Costa Rica Howler Magazine Dining Guide - March/April 2020

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Sentido Norte Margaritaville W Costa Rica — Reserva Conchal El Barco Open to the Public with Reservations

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ZO NA A ZUL

Zona Azul Beach Club

B E AC H C LU B

Hours Lunch: Dinner: Pool:

MENU SELECTIONS Noon-6pm 6-10pm 10am

Special Events Zona Azul Day Pass $100 (Consumables towards Beverage & Food $80) Caliente (Latin Classics & Salsa Classes) Fiesta No Siesta (Saturday Pool Party) Detox Retox Repeat (Sunday BBQ + Live Music)

GALLO PINTO CROQUETTES

BUDDHA BOWL

LIMA CEVICHE

WINGS & BBQ PORK RIBS

Lizano mayo, scorpion chilli, pico de gallo

Turkey, quinoa, grilled veggies & pesto sauce

Sea bass, leche de tigre, rocoto, sweet potato, lime juice

CRAVING

Strawberry barbecue, hot mango, oriental

FIRE GRILLED SEAFOOD

EL PARRILLON

Octopus, shrimp, squid, chilli sauce, sourdough toasted bread

New York steak, pork belly chicharrón, sausage, chicken breast

Cocina de Mercado: Market-inspired restaurant Hours Breakfast: Mon-Fri, 6:30-10:30am

Sat, Sun 6:30-11am Lunch: Noon-3pm Dinner: 6-10pm Special Event - W Brunch $65* Unlimited Food Showcase & Beverage When: First Sunday of each month 12.30-3.30pm Live Music!

Open market concept with indoor and outdoor seating featuring a large show kitchen where guests have the chance to interact with our chefs.

Must-try: Sudado de pescado (Catch of the day and seafood stew) or lamb shank with beer and coriander risotto

Latitud 10° Norte: Boutique bistro Hours Dinner:

6-10pm

Specialty: Mixology Dining Experience includes 4 signature cocktails paired with 4 L1°N dishes $90* RSVP required

Explore a labyrinth of exotic flavors in this boutique bistro, serving sophisticated fare.

Must-try: Braised short ribs or shrimp angu

WHATEVER /WHENEVER® Reservations for every restaurant (or anything else you need at the W) are available at Whatever/Whenever.

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Jacó Downtown Calle Bohio Hours: Daily, 7 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Happy Hour 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Phone: 2643-1642

Chiliguaro

The Real Taste of Costa Rica

by Howler Staff

T

here’s no question that chiliguaro is Costa Rica’s most famous cocktail. You can find this spicy shot at most bars in the country. Competitions and tastings are held to see who has the best Chiliguaro recipe.

Most places create the mix in large quantities with a bottle of guaro, 10 to 12 mandarin limes and a bottle of Tabasco. Chiliguaro is a very simple recipe, and it is a real taste of local Costa Rica. The recipe below for chiliguaro has been sized for six servings so all your friends can enjoy.

Ingredients • • • •

3/4 cup Cacique guaro 3 cups tomato juice 1/2 cup mandarin lime juice 3 tbsp tabasco

Method • • • •

Prepare in a shaker Add salt to the rim of a highball glass Pour all the ingredients in Stir

Daily Specials Mon: Cheeseburger and fries Tue: Beef, chicken or fish casado

International Cuisine: Strategically located in downtown Jacó, Poseidon restaurant at Trident Hotel offers a variety of signature plates of international cuisine, as well as all-day specials and vegan options, all cooked with love. Additionally we offer our hotel services plus our sports bar menu at the famous third-floor Sky Lounge.

Wed: Fish burrito and salad Thu: Beef onion cheddar sub Fri: Fish and chips Sat: Asian chicken stir fry

Sun: Eggs benedict and mimosa

Menu Selections

Smoked Salmon Dip Ribeye USDA choice Mahi-Mahi Fish Ceviche Babaganoush

Tuna Poke Baby Back Ribs Flat Iron Steak Vegan Putanesca Pasta Mystic Middle East Lentil Stew

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PLAYA GRANDE

Hours: Daily 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Phone: 4701 2394 potsandbowls@gmail.com

Coffee Shop and Plants Fresh, healthy and fun.

Focus on homemade ingredients. Different dietary options: gluten-free, lactose-free vegan.

We offer a unique menu of fresh local seafood as well as tasty treats from the land.

We are family friendly and offer special menus for kids 12 and under. RipJack also offers full catering service and specializes in weddings and other special events. Although the restaurant is in the treetops, it is wheelchair accessible.

Playa Grande Call 2653 0480 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Tuna Tower ₡5,800 A stack of ahi tuna, cucumber, heart of palm and avocado in a creamy wasabi aioli

Menu Selections

Burrata Caprese ₡8,000 Tomato wedges, Burrata cheese, fresh basil and olive oil

Acai-Banana and OJ - Blackberries, chia, homemade granola & banana

Kale Caesar ₡5,500 Romaine and kale w/ homemade Caesar dressing topped with croutons and fried kale

Angus Cheeseburger – Dehydrated tomato, arugula, caramelized onions, aioli $15

Sesame Crusted Tuna ₡11,000 With crunchy broccoli over a mix of brown rice, Asian bean sprouts and truffle oil

Fish or Chicken Tacos – Cabbage salad with mango and pico de gallo, avocado, honey mustard and homemade tortilla $14

Mahi Mahi ₡10,500 Pan fried served with crispy capers, cherry comfit and fennel, over cauliflower puree

Tuna Poke - Sushi rice, avocado, edamame, wakame, mango

Veggie Bowl

Ribeye ₡11,500 12-oz. steak served with haystack sweet potato fries and salad

Grilled Mahi

BBQ Ribs

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Huacas Hours: 5 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Daily Phone: 2653-6296 8729-5640 200 m. west of the Brasilito/Huacas crossroads, Huacas

Delivery Available!

New York Pizzeria is your go-to pizza spot in Guanacaste for an authentic New York style pizza. All pizzas are offered with a size selection of either small, medium or large, depending on your appetite.

Add a side order of breadsticks as an appetizer and an ice cream treat for dessert. Dine-in, take-out, or delivery available, with free wifi throughout the restaurant.

Poolside Dining: 3 km. south Located at the Seis Playas Hotel, La Playita Restaurant & of Huacas, Bar is open to the public and road to is known for its friendly and inviting environment. It is the Tamarindo ideal setting for sharing good food and drinks with family Hours and friends, or a romantic Daily 7 a.m. - 9 p.m. dinner poolside while Breakfast 7 a.m. - 9 a.m. enjoying the convenient Phone: 2653 6818 distance to six beaches.

Specialties

Food cooked to your taste con mucho gusto!

Friday Night Texas Barbecue

Menu Selections House Special Pizza: Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, onion, sweet pepper, mushrooms, pepperoni, and ham.

Meat Lover’s Pizza: Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, seasoned ground beef, pepperoni, salami, bacon, and ham.

Margherita Pizza: Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, basil, and fresh tomatoes.

Menu Selections 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

Hamburger Pizza: Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, onion, fresh tomato, and seasoned ground beef.

BLT La Playita $10

Three Queens Pizza: Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, mushrooms, pepperoni, and ham.

Pasta $14

Vegetarian Pizza: Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, onion, sweet pepper, mushrooms, pineapple, fresh tomato, broccoli, and olives.

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

Build your own pasta bowl, with a mixed salad

Open Grill From $16

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

Pineapple Flambe $4

Our most popular dessert served hot with vanilla ice cream

www.nypizzeriahuacas.com @nypizzeriahuacas

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HUACAS

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LANGOSTA / TAMARINDO

European-Tico Fusion, Beachfront Restaurant We're nestled in a beautiful tropical garden within the Hotel Capitán and offer a modern, healthy and fresh cuisine. Our chef has created the dishes inspired by his European heritage and the incredible products available in Costa Rica. Using homegrown ingredients from our organic garden, we strive to offer our guests an environmentally friendly menu and an authentic experience.

Langosta Call 2653 0075 Daily Noon - 9:30 p.m.

Mon & Fri: 7-9 pm Live marimba

Wed: 7-9 pm Avellino

Specialties: Healthy dishes made from scratch with local and fresh products.

Tacos Carne (Lunch) $15 Beef in tortillas with mixed cabbage salad, guacamole and tamarindo sauce The Veggie (Lunch) $15 Grilled portobello, tomato, zucchini chile-almonds-garlic sauce, homemade bun Calamari Crujientes (Snack) $13 Crispy calamari with homemade green pesto and a honey, red onion escabech Tartar Capitán (Dinner) $13 Tuna and mango tartar with capers and a s cilantro, ginger and soy dressing

Nordico is a cozy place that serves always freshly roasted barista specialty coffee, plus healthy food and drinks made with love. We use only the best local products and have great pastries and lots of vegan options. Nordico is spacious, has WiFi/AC and a terrace outside to enjoy the chillin‘ vibes!

Tamarindo Call 4700 9521 Daily 7 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Happy Hour 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.

We sell specialty coffee beans from Costa Rica Açai Bowl ₡4,000 With fruits and homemade granola/almonds Pancakes ₡3,500 Served with strawberries, powdered sugar, syrup, almonds and caramel Edamame Salad ₡4,500 Spinach, arugula, edamame beans, carrots, avocado, apple, feta, dressing, bread Zucchini Shrimp Bowl ₡5,000 Zucchini, shrimp, salad, roasted sesame, ginger, chili, tomato, lemon Angus Cheeseburger ₡6,500 Angus beef,cheddar, lettuce, tomato, salsa, sweet potato fries Seafood Risotto ₡9,500 Risotto rice, shrimps, mussels, squids

Children's Menus available.

Ask about our Coffee Workshop every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday 4 p.m.

Linguini (Dinner) $23 Calamari, jumbo shrimps, mussels, Spanish chorizo, cherry tomatoes, white wine Lomito (Dinner) $28 200 g of tenderloin with a tamarindo sauce over Swiss roesti and vegetables.

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“Yes, our restaurants are open to the public!�

Hours: Sunday - Thursday Noon - 11 p.m.

Friday and Saturday Noon - Midnight Happy Hour: 4:30 - 6:30 pm Phone: 2654-4444 ext 3264 Specialties: Nachos, tacos, burgers, salads and sandwiches

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.

Live Music Regularly Scheduled Check schedule and updates on our Facebook page @5oCSBG

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 airconditioned comfort.

Hours: Daily 6:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. breakfast, lunch, dinner Phone: 2654-4444 ext. 3269 Specialties: Fresh fish, grass-fed beef, international buffets, kid's 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 5 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.

Pizza only from 9:30 p.m.

Phone: 2654-4444 ext. 3268 Specialty artisanal pizza oven; design your own pizzas and pastas

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PLAYA FLAMINGO

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SURFSIDE / POTRERO

Potrero 4702 8689 Open for dinner 4 - 9:30 p.m.

Fresh-made desserts!

Children's Menu Original menu items at very affordable prices.

LIVE MUSIC! Wed 6:30 p.m.

Sun 7 p.m.

Happy Hour 4 - 6 p.m. Closed Monday. $2 national beers 2 cocktails for $7

Enjoy breakfast, lunch or a sunset dinner at a charming restored beach house only a few meters from the ocean. We're located on the road to Potrero, next to where the boats depart.

Enjoy fresh seafood, local favorites and classic American foods ... a tantalizing menu of your favorites.

Potrero Call 2654-6203 Daily 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Brisket Sandwich $12.50

Live entertainment on Sunday evenings.

20-hour slow hickory smoked Nicaraguan brisket

Pork Steak Dinner $17.99 Hickory smoked pork steak served with BBQ beans and fries

Sushi Menu

1. Chef's Ultimate Pancakes $ 7 2. Grilled Scallops $10 3. Bang Bang Shrimp $10 4. Seafood Platter $19 5. Taste of the Sea $15 6. Grilled Lobster Tails $30 Prices subject to change based on market availability.

with 10 rolls starting at $10.99 up to $12.99 made to order

Angus Burger 1/3 pound $7.90 1/2 pound $8.90 with prime American beef Arroz Con Camarones $14.99 Tico style rice and shrimp served with patacones Red Snapper $17.99 Fried, whole Served with grilled vegetables, rice or fries

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Happy Hour Monday through Thursday 4 - 6 p.m. $2 off all draft beer IPA's, Golden Ale, Pilsen, Amber Buy one get one free house mixed drinks 10% off appetizers!

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LAS CATALINAS

DINING GUIDE Our community is always invited to dine with us!

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

www.sentidonorterestaurant.com

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.

Hours: Daily 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. No children under 12 years Phone: 2103-1200

RSVP: reservations@sentidonorterestaurant.com

Specialties: Fresh fish, sunset cocktails, "boquitas" menu

MENU SELECTIONS Overnight Oats $8 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 ChicharrĂłn or vegan huevos rancheros Vegan Omelettes $14 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 $17 With greens, avocado & tomato, spicy aioli Vegan Bowl $19 Quinoa, mushroom and squash picadillo salad, spicy garbanzo beans Guacamole and Salsa $12 Hearts of palm ceviche, avocado and tomato Grilled Shrimp Salad $25 Fresh shrimp with local fresh vegetables @sentidonorterestaurant Grilled Skirt Steak $32 Skirt steak, chimichurri sauce, salad, french fries Mushroom Lamb Risotto $33 Slowly braised with porcini, portobello and cremini mushrooms Prices shown include 13% tax and 10% service / Prices subject to change

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Tuesday - Sunday 9 a.m. - 1 a.m.

Proudly Serving Numu Beer!

Jacรณ downtown, 200 m. south of bridge

@greenroomcafe

Freshly prepared locally sourced ingredients serving relaxed brunch, dinner and cocktails in an urban oasis ... focusing on Costa Rican artisan craft beer.

Specialties: Live DJs Tue and Wed Live Music: Thur, Fri and Sat

2643 4425

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Brasilito

Sunday 10 am English Saturday 6 pm Spanish www.beachcommunitychurchcr.com @beachcommunitychurch.costarica Studies for Youth, Ladies & Men

Thursdays @ 6 p.m.

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Potrero 2654 4500

Potrero 2654 4500

Sports TV, concerts, special events!

Take out and delivery!

Open Daily Hours 11 a.m. - Midnight

www.perlas.pub @perlas.potrero

Apps & Taps

Potrero 2654 4319

New owners, new menu! (formerly Maxwells)

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Open Monday - Saturday 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.

New name, new food, still the great service and staff!

Tuesday - Sunday 8 a.m. to 9 p.m..

Closed Monday

Angelinas

Reservations recommended www.angelinasplayaflamingo.com angelinaflamingo@gmail.com

Wednesday - Monday 11 a.m. - Midnight Tuesday 4 p.m. - Midnight

Potrero 2654 4500

@costaricasailingcenter

Located on the way to Playa Grande in Matapalo across from the fĂştbol field. Stop in and say hello to Leo, the owner.

Amazing food and local pricing.

You might not be able to cook at home for less.

The locals' place to hang out, always friendly and smiling.

Great Local Prices!

A full bar with a simple to sumptuous menu.

Our mood is a casual, friendly elegance, paying keen attention to detail and service.

The Great Waltini's Restaurant

Bula Bula Hotel Playa Grande Hours 7:30 a.m. - Midnight

www.wil-mart.com @wilmartcostaria

Playa Grande 2249 0387

Potrero Potrero 2654 26544500 4500

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Angelinas captures the raw essence of just how intertwined the love of family and fine dining are. Our unique, open-air restaurant is located on the second floor of the +506 2654-4839 Centro Commercial in beautiful Playa Flamingo.

Multi-Cuisine, Fine Dining!

Open 7 Days!

5 - 10 p.m. Flamingo

Potrero Potrero 2654 26544500 4500

@apps&taps

Matapalo 8567 2493

2653 0975 www.hotelbulabula.com @hotelbulabulacostarica

Open Daily: Hours 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. Delivery service available!

Cruce de Salinitas, Carretera de Matapalo a Playa Grande, Santa Cruz, Guanacaste

Supermarket Harvest Juice Lab Bar Restaurant El Pinto Burned Bar Restaurant The Rincon De Playa Grande Amigo Realty Sales & Rentals Station The Brewing Co. -----------------------------Supermercado Cosechas Juice Lab Bar Restaurante El Pinto Quemado Bar Restaurante El Rincon De Playa Grande Amigo Realty Sales & Rentals Stations Las Olas Brewing Co.

Huacas 2653 6273 Main road, north side midway between Super Compro and intersection to Brasilito

Great quality typical Costa Rican food and ice cold beer!

Open Daily Hours 6 a.m. - 9 p.m.

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This is a beautiful authentic Guanacaste adventure afternoon activity that we highly recommend. Dine with the stars of Guanacaste on a private ranch.

We cater our package to fit your group's needs. Ziplining horseback and so much more!

End your adventure with a very delicious BBQ dinner buffet for you & your amigos.

Playa Grande 2653 0975 www.hotelbulabula.com

Flamingo 8869 3999 www.amigostacosybeer.com

Dinner Adventure

Enjoy a casual dining experience with build-your-own tacos and burritos with ice cold beer and margaritas.

Choose your guilty pleasure: a taco, burrito, nachos or bowl, then load it up with your choice of one of our mouthwatering meat options and fresh toppings. We serve only the freshest ingredients in our homemade guacamole and various salsas.

Beat the heat with our daily 2 for 1 margarita happy hour specials from 2 p.m - 4 p.m.

If you would like any special food requests, please let us know well in advance.

Short estuary trip to dinner at The Great Waltini's in Bula Bula Hotel

Call for more information and reservations: 8869 9765

Taxi is complimentary with dinner reservations.

8 minute drive from Tamarindo 2 km south Villarreal

Open 11 a.m - 9 p.m.

Sunday closed.

@blackstallionhills blackstalliononline@yahoo.com

@Amigos Tacos y Beer @amigos_tacosybeer

Three pickup times at Tamarindo Estuary: 5, 5:30 and 6 p.m.

2653 0975 @HotelBulaBulaCostaRica

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