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Hotel Capitán Suizo, Playa Tamarindo

Hours Daily, noon to 9:30pm Mon, 7-9pm, Live Marimba Wed, 7-9pm, Avellino Fri, 7-9pm, Live Marimba

Phone: 2653-0075 restaurante @hotelcapitansuizo.com

Specialties Healthy dishes made from scratch with local and fresh products

All taxes included in price

La Cave Playa Langosta in front of Cala Luna entrance

Hours Daily, 5:30pm to 10:30pm

Phone: 6281-8200

Specialties Premium meats and fresh seafood

El Barco Del Capitán: European-Tico Fusion, Beachfront Restaurant

El Barco del Capitán is nestled in a beautiful tropical garden within the Hotel Capitán Suizo and offers a modern, healthy and fresh cuisine. Our chef, Jujo Molina, has created the dishes inspired by his European heritage and the incredible products available in Costa Rica. Using our homegrown ingredients from our organic garden, we strive to offer an environmental friendly menu and an authentic experience to our guests.

Tacos Carne (Lunch) $15

Beef, tortillas with mixed cabbage salad, guacamole and tamarindo sauce

The Veggie (Lunch) $15

Grilled portobello, tomato, zucchini, chilealmonds-garlic sauce, homemade bun

Calamares Crujientes (Snack) $13

Crispy calamari with homemade green pesto and a honey, red onion escabèche.

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La Cave: Traditional French Cuisine Grill - Seafood

Tartar Capitan (Dinner) $13

Tuna and mango tartar with capers and a cilantro, ginger and soy dressing

Linguini (Dinner) $23

Calamari, jumbo shrimps, mussels, Spanish chorizo, cherry tomatoes, white wine

Lomito (Dinner) $28

200gr of tenderloin with a tamarind sauce over Swiss Roësti and vegetables

France on our plates but served with Costa Rican smiles. French food including seafood, meat, salads and more. We are located near the beach, with outdoor and indoor tables, 10 signature cocktails and our house specialty. We also have a nice variety of wines.

Bisque de Langouste $6

Lobster cream soup

Steak Tartare de Boeuf $22

Beef tenderloin with green pepper, fresh mushroom or red wine sauce

Filet de Porc a l'Estragon $18

Pork filet with tarragon

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Crevettes Jumbo au Gril $16

Jumbo shrimp with garlic butter au grill

Pave de Saumon Grille $18

Fresh grilled salmon with garlic and parsley butter sauce

Bouillabaisse D'ICI $26

Fish and seafood cooked in fish soup, Marseille style

TAMARINDO / LANGOSTA TAMARINDO / LANGOSTA

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HUACAS

3km south of Huacas, road to Tamarindo

Hours Daily, 7am-9pm Breakfast 7am-10am

Phone: 2653-6818 info@seisplayashotel.com

Specialties Food cooked to your taste — con mucho gusto Friday Night Texas Barbecue

La Playita: Poolside Dining

Located at the Seis Playas Hotel, La Playita restaurant and bar is open to hotel guests and the public, and is known for its friendly and inviting environment. It is the ideal setting for sharing good food and drinks with family and friends, or a romantic dinner poolside while enjoying the convenient distance to our six local beaches.

Broken Yolk Sandwich $12

Fried egg, bacon or ham and cheese on toast, served with seasonal fruit

Breakfast Quesadilla $12

Eggs, tomato, onion, sweet pepper and cheese, served with seasonal fruit

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Pasta $14

Build your own pasta bowl, with a mixed salad

Open Grill From $16

Pork tenderloin, chicken breast, ribeye, New York strip, beef tenderloin & catch of the day

BLT La Playita $10

Always a favorite for a light bite to eat: bacon, lettuce and tomato

Pineapple Flambé $ 4

Our most popular dessert served hot with vanilla ice cream

HUACAS

200m west of the Brasilito/ Huacas crossroads, Huacas www.nypizzeriahuacas.com

@nypizzeriahuacas Hours Tues-Sun 3pm-11pm Closed Monday Phone: 2653-6296

Specialties Authentic New York style pizza and calzones. Freshly made breadsticks.

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Meat Lover's Pizza

Pepperoni, ham, salami, bacon, and ground beef.

New York Pizzeria Pizzeria

New York Pizzeria is your go-to pizza spot in Guanacaste, for an authentic New York style pizza or calzone. Dine-in or take-out available. Enjoy!

An 8 min. drive from Tamarindo, 2km south Villarreal

Hours By reservation

Phone: 8869-9765

Specialties Zipline and BBQ buffet for only $85. Available for private parties and events.

Black Stallion Rustic Outdoor BBQ

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Dine with the stars of Guanacaste on a private ranch. Enjoy a delicious BBQ buffet with sides. Wine, beer and sangria included! Call for reservations.

Available for private parties and events.

Mixed BBQ Buffet $45

Baby back ribs, chorizo and chicken, sides included

VILLARREAL

House Special Pizza

Pepperoni, ham, mushrooms, onions, and sweet peppers.

Seafood Buffet $45

A delicious array of seafood and sides dishes

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Palm Beach, next to the estuary

Hours Breakfast available all day long:

7:30am-2:30pm Lunch: 11am-3pm Dinner: 5:30pm-9pm

PALM BEACH

Phone: 2653-0975 frontdesk@hotelbulabula.com

Specialties Daily: Sunset happy hour 50% off appetizers 4-6pm Monday: Mexican all you care to eat buffet 5:30-8:30 Wednesday: Italian All you care to eat buffet 5:30-8:30

Specialty coffees and espresso

The Great Waltini's - Bula Bula: American Fusion Cuisine

Enjoy casual fine dining and experience “a fusion of the Americas” in a tranquil and inviting setting. At the Great Waltini’s, you can enjoy a sumptuous meal in an attractive dining area or choose to sit under the stars and enjoy your meal on the garden patio. Choose from houseaged steaks, seafood dishes, and down-home fare. Top with cocktails and desserts — the complete experience.

Located in beautiful Palm Beach Estates next to the estuary. We are easily accessible from Tamarindo via boat taxi (complimentary with dinner reservations). Pickup time are 5, 5:30 and 6 pm. Please call before 2pm to reserve boat taxi (2653-0975).

Happy hour – includes domestic beer, well drinks, famous giant Bula margaritas and appetizer specials.

Ahi Tuna

8 oz filet prepared tropical, blackened, sautéed or fried

Hand Carved Turkey

Oven roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce and house made gravy

Mahi-Mahi

8 oz filet prepared tropical, blackened, sautéed or fried

Mixed Seafood Combo

Tuna, mahi-mahi, jumbo shrimp, calamari, and mussels in a white wine saffron sauce

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Annie's Salad

Blackened chicken breast with avocado over crisp greens and fresh vegetables

Blackened Shrimp Salad

Blackened jumbo shrimp, sliced avocado over fresh lettuce and fresh vegetables

Baked Lasagna

Italian sausage, beef and pork, tomato, ricotta, mozzarella and romano cheese

Aged New York Steak

10 oz cut prepared charbroiled, blackened or au poivre in brandy cream sauce

Double Cut Pork Chop

10 oz cut prepared charbroiled, blackened or au poivre in brandy cream sauce

Aged Filet Mignon

10 oz cut prepared charbroiled, blackened or au poivre in brandy cream sauce

St. Louis Style Pork Ribs

Baked tender and served with our famous tropical Bula Bula BBQ sauce

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BRASILITO

Main corner, Brasilito

Hours Mon-Fri, 11am-midnight Sat-Sun, 10am-midnight

Phone: +506 4702-0826 costarica@ lucysretiredsurfers.com

LucysCostaRica

Specialties Only for the brave: Our infamous scorpion shot

Lucy’s Retired Surfers Bar & Restaurant: Coastal Cuisine

Beachfront restaurant and bar serving unique coastal fusion dishes and cocktails featuring the freshest ingredients in Guanacaste!

Lucy’s is more than just a restaurant, it’s a lifestyle. With locations in some of the most tubular spots around the world (New Orleans, Key West, Costa Rica and Aruba), we know how to have a good time. Let the sea breeze and sound of the waves remind you that when you’re here you’re always on vacation. At Lucy’s we’re serious about our grub – we’ve got all your classic favorites like burgers and nachos, as well as our signature coastal bites with a touch of Pacific flair. Our one-of-a-kind drinks are the perfect way to cool down after a long day at the beach, and we keep them flowing all day (and night!) long. Lucy's’ daily food & drink specials are boat-to-table and will give you something new to try every day, and with live music, a radical bar scene, and six large-screen TVs, Lucy’s is Guanacaste's hottest new bar and restaurant!

Shaka Ceviche c5,500

Delicious fresh local fish and shrimp in a citrus marinade topped with avocado

Avocado Fritas c5,500

Beer-battered avocado slices served with black bean salsa and homemade ranch

Cheese Quesadilla c5,000

Flour tortilla overflowing with melted cheese, served with pico and guacamole

Serious Nachos c6,700

Fully loaded nachos topped with beans, pico, sour cream, and our rockin’ guac

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The Juicy Lucy c7,500

Our famous 8 oz. burger served on a brioche bun with Lucy’s special sauce

Bacon Brie Chicken Sandwich

Grilled marinated chicken breast topped with bacon, brie, tomato, and spinach

Tsunami Tuna Salad c6,500

Freshly seared yellowfin served over spring mix with fresh fruit and feta

Blackened Fish Tacos c6,000

Blackened local fish topped with mangopineapple slaw and avocado crema

Pao Pao Shrimp Tacos c6,500

Fried or grilled shrimp tossed in a sassy pao pao sauce, topped with cabbage slaw

Flank Steak Tacos c6,500

Marinated flank steak topped with jalapeño chimichurri and queso fresco

Whole Red Snapper Casado c8,000

Served with island rice, black beans, and a side salad

N’awlins Surf n’ Turf c10,000

Marinated flank steak served with head-on Cajun BBQ shrimp and roasted potatoes

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1 km east of the Banco Nacional in Flamingo

Hours Daily, 6:30am-9:30pm

Phone: 2654-4671, 2654-5340

Specialties Fresh seafood and pasta

Nasu: Creative Tropical Cuisine

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Welcome to Nasu Restaurant, tropical creative cuisine. Join us oceanside, where the freshest catch is prepared every day by our acclaimed chef. Enjoy the culinary treasures of Costa Rica, where tradition and innovation meet.

Panzanella Salad $13

Lettuce, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, artisan bread, jumbo shrimp in vinaigrette

Antipasto di mare $24

For two: octopus, crab, shrimp, clams, salmon, sea bass, tuna with vegetables

Mediterranean Snack $14

For two: falafel, tzatziki, tomato pesto, baba ghanoush, feta cheese, pita bread

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Ravioli della nonna $14

Homemade ravioli stuffed with lobster and mashed cauliflower, bathed in a champagne sauce with capers and tomatoes

Grilled Tenderloin $24

Roasted potatoes, grilled vegetables and a mushroom sauce

Chicken Parmigiana $12

Lightly breaded chicken, cherry tomatoes, arugula, Parmesan crisps, lime dressed

SURFSIDE / POTRERO

Potrero, 800m north of Banco Nacional

Hours Daily, 11am -10pm Kitchen closes 9pm

Phone: 2654-6203

Specialties Fresh seafood Epic sunset view

The Beach House: Beachfront Dining

Private residence on the beach transformed into a quaint restaurant and bar, renowned for its fresh seafood. Come and enjoy incredible food and awesome sunsets and views of the Pacific Ocean.

Grilled Scallops c5000

Grilled in a bath of Cacique liquor, lime and garlic

Catch of the Day c9000

With tropical salsa, grilled vegetables & potatoes or rice

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Onion Rings c3500

Thick-cut battered with a subtle blend of spices, served with garlic mayo and rosada sauce

Jambalaya c7500

Sausage, shrimp & chicken with onions, tomatoes & peppers in Cajun sauce over rice or linguini

SURFSIDE / POTRERO

Angus Tenderloin c11000

Grilled to perfection with vegetables & rosemary potatoes

Pesto Tuna Sandwich c7000

Pesto seared tuna on fresh bread served with lettuce, tomato & pesto aioli

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LAS CATALINAS

At Casa Chameleon, 4km north of the Potrero soccer field

Hours Daily, 7am-10pm No children under 12 years

Phone: 2103-1200 concierge@ casachameleonhotels.com

Specialties Fresh fish, sunset cocktails, "boquitas" menu

Sentido Norte: Fine Dining

Sentido Norte, a restaurant and bar at Casa Chameleon, proudly offers an adult fine-dining experience that celebrates the best of Costa Rican cuisine. Your drive through winding roads above the quaint beach town of Las Catalinas is rewarded by an unforgettable but affordable taste of luxury.

Just a few steps uphill from the bright and welcoming entrance, your table awaits in a gorgeous, open-air perch framed by a panoramic view of the Pacific. A design motif incorporating responsibly sourced teak adds a sense of warmth and well-being to the romantically lit atmosphere. All food and drinks are inspired by the country’s bountiful abundance, combining uniquely local and native ingredients in the glass and on the plate.

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Overnight Oats $18

With almond milk, yogurt, fruit, cashews, local honey or tapa dulce

French Toast $12

With sweet plantains and coconut milk cream

Knife & Fork Tortillas $14

Chicharrón or vegan huevos rancheros

Vegan Omelettes $6

With asparagus, mushrooms and caramelized onion

Casa Chameleon Burger $19

Angus burger with arugula, Swiss or goat cheese and aioli

Ceviche $14

Fresh fish ceviche, leche de tigre, homemade "chilero"

Grilled Chicken Wrap $12

With greens, avocado & tomato, spicy aioli

Vegan Bowl $19

Quinoa, mushroom and squash picadillo salad, spicy garbanzo beans

Guacamole and Salsa $10

Hearts of palm ceviche, avocado & tomato

Octopus & Mussels $29

Octopus and mussels wok-sauteed in garlic butter and white wine

Grilled Skirt Steak $30

Skirt steak, chimichurri sauce, salad, french fries

Fresh Tuna Poke $24

Raw tuna, mango, avocado

Prices shown include 13% tax and 10% service / Prices subject to change

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FLAMINGO

Flamingo - 100m south of road to Potrero

Hours Daily, 5:30pm-10:30pm Closed Wednesday

Phone: 8532-8613

Specialties Pizza, pasta, meat, fish

Vaca Loka

Italian Restaurant

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True Italian cuisine. Pasta like you are in Roma! Fresh bruschetta served when you arrive. Buon appetito!

House Lasagna c6.500Ribeye c6.500

Pueblito Sur #10, Las Palmas, Playas del Coco

Hours Lunch/Dinner 11:00-14:30 and 17:00-21:00 Closed Wednesday

Phone: 8467-7664 chesirloin@gmail.com

Che Sirloin Steak House & Grill

Che Sirloin Steak House & Grill is a meat lover’s heaven. Located steps from the beach in a tranquil garden setting with indoor and outdoor seating.

Specialties Prime Cut Steaks, Gourmet Hamburgers, Brunch

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Ribeye Steak

Served with salad or french fries

Animal Burger

With chorizo, grilled pineapple, fried egg & bacon

Homemade Cheesecake

With dulce de leche

PLAYAS DEL COCO

Avenida Central, across from El Coco Casino, Playas del Coco

Hours Mon-Thu, 11am till late Fri-Sun, 9am till late

Phone: 2670-1982 pete@coconutzbar.com

Specialties Smoked BBQ Microbrewery Gourmet bar bites Sports bar Live music Private parties

COCONUTZ BAR & GRILL: Sports Bar

Coconutz is your neighborhood sports bar and microbrewery in an exotic tropical setting, complete with gorgeous local hardwood, trees growing through the floor, license plates from all over the world, surfboards hanging from the rooftop, and of course ... our famous swing set! We feature the best tropical drink selection in the area, as well as our on-premise brewed Angry Goats beers on tap. Come visit the premier sports bar in Playas Del Coco.

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Porky Piñas

Pineapple bites wrapped in bacon, topped with teriyaki and sesame seeds

Smokey Shrimp Poppers

Fresh jumbo shrimp, sliced jalapeño and cream cheese, wrapped in bacon and smoked

Memphis Ribs

Half rack or whole rack, with choice of two sides

Walking Taco

Shredded chicken or beef, cheese, lettuce, pico de gallo, sour cream, fried tostada, grilled in tortilla

Chicken & Waffle Burger

Buttermilk fried chicken with waffle bun, American cheese, heat and sweet sauce

Al Pastor Pizza

Adobe smoked pork, pineapple salsa, local fresh cheese, house mole sauce

PLAYAS DEL COCO

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