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DINING GUIDE

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.

MENU SELECTIONS

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

SIMPLY SPANISH

Table Talk

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

MENU SELECTIONS

Ribeye Steak

Served with salad or french fries

Animal Burger

With chorizo, grilled pineapple, fried egg and bacon

Homemade Cheesecake

With dulce de leche

Perdon, me regala ____. — Pardon, can you give me ___. Permiso, me puede traer ____. — Excuse me, can you bring me ___. Con permiso, necesito ____. — Excuse me, I need ___. Me gustaría la carne rojo ____. I would like my meat rare ___. medio rojo — medium rare medio — medium bien cocido — well done

labridor de vino — wine bottle frito — fried opener horeado — baked asado — grilled jarra — pitcher batido — smoothie jugo — juice botella — bottle mantel — tablecloth botella de agua — bottle of water plato — dish, plate copa — wine glass plato ondo — bowl cubiertos — cutlery servilleta — napkin cuchara — spoon tenedor — fork cucharilla — teaspoon taza de cafe — cup of coffee cuchillo — knife vaso — glass fresco natural — fresh fruit drink

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DINING GUIDE

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

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

LAS CATALINAS

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.

MENU SELECTIONS

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-sautéed 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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SURFSIDE / POTRERO SURFSIDE / POTRERO

1 km east of Banco Nacional in Flamingo

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

Phone: 2654-4671, 2654-5340

Specialties Fresh seafood and pasta

All taxes included in price

Potrero, 800m north of Banco Nacional

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

Phone: 2654-6203

Specialties Fresh seafood Epic sunset view Call for reservations

NASU: Creative Tropical Cuisine

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.

NASU Salad $10

Lettuce mix, avocado, hearts of palm, blackberries, orange and passion fruit dressing

Shrimp Spicy Tacos $16

Flour tortilla, breaded shrimps, mango coleslaw and spicy mayonnaise

Pacific Lobster $25

Grilled lobster garlic buttered, baby potatoes with rosemary and mixed vegetables

MENU SELECTIONS

The Beach House: Beachfront Dining

Grilled Octopus $14

With baby potatoes and carrots garlic buttered

Cheesecake $8

Homemade cheesecake with blueberry topping

Keylime Pie $8

Special dessert of the chef

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 c10000

Grilled in a bath of Cacique liquor, lime and garlic

Catch of the Day c19000

With tropical salsa, grilled vegetables & potatoes or rice

MENU SELECTIONS

Shrimp Ceviche c10500

Peruvian style marinated shrimp, red pepper and onion, tomato and cilantro with plantain chips

Bang Bang Shrimp c10000

Crispy, creamy, sweet, and spicy: shrimp in cornmeal breading with tangy Thai chili sauce

Seafood Platter c19000

Fresh mahi mahi, grilled jumbo shrimp, sautéed calamari, with rice pilaf and grilled vegetables

Grilled Lobster Tails - Market Price

Two roasted lobster tails in wine-garlic butter sauce with grilled vegetables and rosemary potatoes

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Main corner, Brasilito

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

BRASILITO

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

LucysCostaRica

Specialties Only for the brave: Our infamous scorpion shot

February Event Schedule

2/1 - Ladies Night

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. Lucy's’ daily food and drink specials are boat-to-table and will give you something new to try every day. With live music, a radical bar scene and six large-screen TVs, Lucy’s is Guanacaste's hottest new bar and restaurant!

2/3 - Super Bowl Bash

MENU SELECTIONS

2/8 - Ladies Night 2/6 - Concert - Cougar Love 2/12- Live music by Fatiniza

Shaka Ceviche c5,500

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

Serious Nachos c6,000

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

Fish Tacos c6,000

Blackened local fish topped with mango-pineapple slaw and avocado crema

2/14- Valentine's Day Dinner 2/15- Ladies Night 2/17-Blues Festival Brunch

Avocado Fritas c5,500

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

The Juicy Lucy c6,500

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

Shrimp Tacos c5,500

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

2/22- Ladies Night 2/23- Paint Night 2/26- Live Music by Fatiniza Check social media for updates

Cheese Quesadilla c5,000

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

Tuna Salad c6,500

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

Steak Tacos c6,500

Marinated flank steak topped with jalapeño chimichurri and queso fresco

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DINING GUIDE

PLAYA FLAMINGO

SOMEWHERE BAR

Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo

Hours Daily from 4pm to 11pm Happy hour: 4:30-6:30

Phone: 2654-4444, ext. 3264

Specialties Nachos, tacos, burgers, salads and sandwiches

World Famous Margaritas!

5 o'Clock Somewhere Bar & Grill: Drinks and Casual Dining Best place on the Gold Coast to take in panoramic oceanfront views and multi-screen sports TV while enjoying hand-crafted cocktails and a delicious casual dining menu. You will want to return again and again for juicy cheeseburgers and mouthwatering tacos, not to mention the perfect margaritas and other specialty cocktails. Enjoy a beautiful sunset view during the daily Happy Hour 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday nights feature live entertainment with the best of the area's local bands and musical talent.

A perfect blend of Costa Rican and international cuisine that includes freshly caught local fish and grass-fed beef. Enjoy the oceanfront sea breeze on the outdoor patio or dine inside in air-conditioned comfort.

Hours Daily 6:30am to 9:30pm breakfast, lunch, dinner

Phone: 2654-4444 ext. 3269

Specialties Fresh fish, grass-fed beef, International buffets, kids menu

An Italian bistro with a tropical view. Choose from a selection of pizzas, pastas and paninis or build your own dish with a variety of fresh, delicious ingredients.

Hours Daily 5pm to 11:30pm Pizza only from 9:30pm

Phone: 2654-4444 ext. 3268

Specialties Specialty artisanal pizza oven; design your own pizzas and pastas

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La Plaza, Playa FlamingoHours: Daily, 7am-9:30pmPhone: 2554-4136

Specialties Check out @mariescostar for weekly special event nights

Marie's:

Local and International

The place in Flamingo for delicious breakfast, lunch, dinner, and cocktails with great service. Live music and weekly Monday Morning Market

Present ad for complimentary Passion Fruit Mimosa with breakfast, lunch or dinner entree purchase.

MENU SELECTIONS Eggs Benedict c4.200

Chicken Caesar Wrap c4.600

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

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

MENU SELECTIONS House Lasagna c6.500

Ribeye c6.500

PLAYA FLAMINGO

Fish Tacos c7.000

3km south of Huacas, road to Tamarindo

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

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.

MENU SELECTIONS

HUACAS

Phone: 2653-6818 info@seisplayashotel.com

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

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

BLT La Playita $10

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

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

Pineapple Flambé $ 4

Our most popular dessert served hot with vanilla ice cream

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HUACAS

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

Hours Mon, 5pm-9pm Tues-Sun 3pm-11pm

Phone: 2653-6296 8729-5640

New York Pizza:

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!

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

MENU SELECTIONS

Meat Lover's Pizza

Pepperoni, ham, salami, bacon, and ground beef

8 min. drive from Tamarindo, 2km south Villarreal

Hours By reservation

Phone: 8869-9765

Specialties Zipline and BBQ buffet for only $85.

Black Stallion:

Rustic Outdoor BBQ

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.

MENU SELECTIONS

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

PLAYA GRANDE

Main road to Playa Grande

Hours Daily, 8am - 5pm

Phone: 4701-2394 potsandbowls@gmail.com

Pots & Bowls:

Coffee Shop and Plants

Fresh, healthy and fun. Focus on homemade ingredients. Different dietary options: gluten free - lactose free - vegan.

Specialties Coffee, plants and pots Costa Rican boutique Workshops

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Pizza • Bar • Sunset

tamarindo, costa ricaHours Daily, 7:30am to midnight Happy Hours: 4pm - 7pm

Phone: (506) 7240-6072

Specialties Best ocean view in town, amazing sunset, wood fire pizza, private events.

The ROOF:

Sunset Experience

Come and enjoy Tamarindo’s best sunset experience on our rooftop with family and friends. With pool tables and many activities throughout the week, we’re the best place in town for your event or holiday time. Call for reservations!

TAMARINDO

MENU SELECTIONS

Choco-Banana NiceCream $9

Peanut butter, cacao, almond milk, granola, bee pollen, nibs

Tuna Poke $14

Sushi rice, avocado, edamame, wakame, mango

MENU SELECTIONS Thin Crust Pizza Thick Family Pizza Italian Pasta

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DINING GUIDE

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

Calle Del Parque at the curve between Condo Diria and Balcones del Pacifico

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

Phone: 7006-1476 www.tamarindobarefoot.com

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 environmentally 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

Calamari Crujientes (Snack) $13

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

MENU SELECTIONS

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

BAREFOOT Restaurant-Lounge: Poolside and Garden Deck Dining Tropical oasis apart from the noise and crowds of Tamarindo's main street, where you can experience a quiet dinner and a relaxing lounge atmosphere. You can choose the garden deck or our Costa Rican rancho "Shakalaka" poolside deck. Make reservations online or call, or place an order online for pickup, delivery or special order.

Pico Poke (G) $9.50

Seared tuna with mango, avocado, over seaweed salad served with ginger soy sauce

MENU SELECTIONS

Grilled Mahi-Mahi (G) $16

Grilled mahi-mahi over a bed of spinach topped with caramelized onions

TAMARINDO TAMARINDO / LANGOSTA

Specialties A tropical fusion experience of seafood, fish, meats, and vegetarian dishes with gluten free and vegan options

Order/reserve online

Tropical Spring Rolls (VE/G) $8

Rice noodle wraps filled with fresh vegetables, mango and avocado

Reef Salad (G) $16.99

Fresh seafood and fish salad that includes octopus, shrimp, calamari, clams and seaweed

Grilled Costa Rican Trout (G) $16

Grilled Costa Rican trout served with our house coconut and almond sauce

Ocean Potion $16

Tropical seafood and fish soup with coconut cream served with avocado and plantain

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PALM BEACH

Palm Beach, next to the estuary

Hours Breakfast available all day long:

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

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

MENU SELECTIONS

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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