Costa Rica Food Guide: 10 Central American food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Province of San Jose

January 16, 2020 Moriah Teneyck

Reviews on Central American food in Province of San Jose, Costa Rica including The Market, Restaurante Silvestre, Comidas Tipicas Miriam, Restaurante Grano de Oro, Arbol de Seda, 11.47 Restaurante Aranjuez, Mantras Veggie Cafe and Tea House, 11.47 Restaurante Aranjuez, Machu Picchu, La Criollita
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10. La Criollita

Avenida 7 Between Calle 7 and 9, San Jose 10101 Costa Rica Latin, Central American, Costa Rican Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service, Television, Free Wifi +506 2256 6511 http://www.facebook.com/La-Criolla-834723459974474/
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4 based on 293 reviews

La Criollita

Reviewed By karlou83

Very good local food and service. I recommend the Ceviche and Plancha fish. I was there alone but I think this a good place for groups too.

9. Machu Picchu

Calle 32 150m norte del KFC, San Jose Costa Rica Peruvian, Latin, Seafood, Central American Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Table Service +506 2222 7384 http://www.restaurantemachupicchu.com
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4 based on 392 reviews

Machu Picchu

Reviewed By supersquirrel3

The menu has a big alert along the bottom warning you of the 27% service charge for the restaurant. Do your math beforehand so you don't end up shocked, even if you did see it coming (raising my hand here).The service was friendly and attentive but the food took my attention here. What our group had to say about it:Veggie causa: Mushrooms, carrots, peppers, and broccoli on the mashed potato heaven. Very good.Pasta with shrimp: Sauce was unique and super creamy. Shrimp cooked well. Tasty.Chicken with ham: Essentially a cordon blue. Cooked well with good ham. Cabbage salad was tasty.Was it worth the 27% service charge? Depends. If you have access to great Peruvian food elsewhere, no. If you don't, yes. But after a review of our receipt we saw they had taken several hundred colones of the prices of our meal, dropping it lower than what we should have paid. Thank you!If you are not on a budget and want a fancy night out with great Peruvian food, this is the ticket.

8. 11.47 Restaurante Aranjuez

De la Avenida 11, 47 varas al Norte, Barrio Aranjuez next to Hotel Aranjuez, San Jose 10101 Costa Rica Central American, Costa Rican Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Private Dining, Parking Available, Street Parking, Validated Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards [email protected] +506 2256 1825 http://www.hotelaranjuez.com/11-47
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5 based on 58 reviews

11.47 Restaurante Aranjuez

We're not a typical restaurant, but we use only local, fresh and seasonal products to create all of our dishes. We also have 2 different surprise tasting menus with all times different from the menu and from each other. We want to give a memorable culinar

Reviewed By guislen2019

High quality ingredients with creative dishes that are inspired by traditional Costa Rican flavors and foods. Fruits and vegetables from Costa Rica are celebrated in all of their entrees, appetizers and desserts, escalating them to a fine dining experience without the fine dining price. Highly recommend this place!Hi, Guislen!Thank you very much for this amazing review and for reposting it in our original profile! We're very glad that you enjoyed our experience and we're looking forward to seeing you again! Best regards.

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7. Mantras Veggie Cafe and Tea House

200 metros Este, 25 metros Sur de la Rotonda del Farolito Barrio Escalante, San Jose Costa Rica Cafe, Central American, Costa Rican, Healthy Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Breakfast, Late Night Takeout, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Cash Only, Free Wifi, Accepts Discover, Accepts Credit Cards, Reservations, Table Service [email protected] +506 2253 6715 http://www.facebook.com/mantrasveggiecafe
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4 based on 266 reviews

Mantras Veggie Cafe and Tea House

Beauty and health come from within, at MANTRAS, we are making this a possibility. We have RAW, ORGANIC, VEGAN, VEGETARIAN, GLUTEN, DAIRY & SUGAR FREE options that are DELICIOUS on your soul!! The active enzymes that our food provides your body will allow

Reviewed By Azuki_B

Enjoyed lunch on the back terrace which is quite pleasant surrounded by plants and lots of fresh air. The portions are quite large and filling. It was difficult to choose from all the veg options. Overall the food was tasty. Next time I will pass on the fresh juice as it was green but tasted like water.

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6. 11.47 Restaurante Aranjuez

De la Avenida 11, 47 varas al Norte, Barrio Aranjuez next to Hotel Aranjuez, San Jose 10101 Costa Rica Central American, Costa Rican Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Private Dining, Parking Available, Street Parking, Validated Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards [email protected] +506 2256 1825 http://www.hotelaranjuez.com/11-47
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5 based on 58 reviews

11.47 Restaurante Aranjuez

We're not a typical restaurant, but we use only local, fresh and seasonal products to create all of our dishes. We also have 2 different surprise tasting menus with all times different from the menu and from each other. We want to give a memorable culinar

Reviewed By guislen2019

High quality ingredients with creative dishes that are inspired by traditional Costa Rican flavors and foods. Fruits and vegetables from Costa Rica are celebrated in all of their entrees, appetizers and desserts, escalating them to a fine dining experience without the fine dining price. Highly recommend this place!Hi, Guislen!Thank you very much for this amazing review and for reposting it in our original profile! We're very glad that you enjoyed our experience and we're looking forward to seeing you again! Best regards.

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5. Arbol de Seda

Barrio Escalante 7th Av 35 Th street, San Jose Costa Rica Latin, Fusion, Healthy, Central American, Costa Rican Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Reservations, Seating, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Table Service, Takeout, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi [email protected] +506 2281 0513 http://www.facebook.com/ArbolDeSeda/?hc_ref=PAGES_TIMELINE&fref=nf
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4 based on 159 reviews

Arbol de Seda

Reviewed By DayZ0212

We absolutely love this place... the food is amazing... Staff super nice and the chef is the owner so all is made with so much love and dedication. We will return soon and try out the rest of the menu. Deserts are also delicious.Thank you Day for your kind review! We hope to see you back soon.Our best regards!Chef Lalay

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4. Restaurante Grano de Oro

Calle 30, Avenida 2 y 4 #251, San Jose 10107 Costa Rica French, Latin, European, Central American, Costa Rican, International Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +506 2255 3322 http://www.hotelgranodeoro.com/restaurant_intro.html
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4 based on 1908 reviews

Restaurante Grano de Oro

Restaurant Grano de Oro merges Costa Rican tropical with European cuisine under the expertise of our French chef Francis Canal. Once a simple cafe, this restaurant has evolved into one of San Jose’s finest dining establishments, frequented by locals and t

Reviewed By luismanesp

I visited the restaurant with mum and some dear friends.The restaurant is located inside Grano de Oro's Hotel.The atmosphere of this place is exquisite and absolutely unique in San Jose because the architecture of this hotel, despite is a recent work (modern) evokes the beautiful charm of Victorian architecture. There's a refined work of interior architecture and details which well worth a visit and which will make you feel you into another era.But not just the atmosphere counts, food is wonderful, tasty, refined and prepared with love and care.In the menu you can choose a wide variety of delicious dishes made with local ingredients and french cooking techniques, as well.I strongly encourage people to visit the place. It worth it!Luis Manuel Espinoza R.

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3. Comidas Tipicas Miriam

Abierto de Lunes a Domingo De 7 de la Manana a 7 de la Noche, San Gerardo de Dota Costa Rica Latin, Central American, Costa Rican Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service [email protected] +506 2740 1049 http://miriamquetzals.com/
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5 based on 232 reviews

Comidas Tipicas Miriam

The Our Bussines Is A Family Place We Take Care 10 Hectareas Of Primary Oak Forest In The Trails Is Possible See The Quetzals Spotted Wood Quail Emeral Toucanet Acorn Woodpecker Long Tailed Silky Flycatcher And More The Ours Cabins , Have A Private Bath R

Reviewed By larrysy

This is the breakfast place for guests who are staying at their cabins. Breakfast is typical Costa Rican fare. This is the go to place for birdwatcher groups coming from other areas. We also had one dinner the first night when we came back late after hiking. We ordered trout and we enjoyed the meal. There is a bird feeder at the back of the restaurant where you can see a lot of colourful birds.muchas gracias, por su visita gracias

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2. Restaurante Silvestre

Calle 3A - Ave. 11 - 955 Downtown, San Jose 10101 Costa Rica Latin, International, Contemporary, Central American, Costa Rican Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Digital Payments, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Free Wifi [email protected] +506 2221 2465 http://www.restaurantesilvestre.com
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5 based on 359 reviews

Restaurante Silvestre

Silvestre is located in one of San José's finest old neighborhoods, inside a house with a 1930's facade, where history becomes the story and XXI century culinary techniques collide with the origins of Costa Rican cuisine. 3 ambiances filled with art, grea

Reviewed By lazytravel

Had the set lunch and it was a good value. Service was great and the good was good. Downside is that parking is very inconvinient.

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1. The Market

Real InterContinental Costa Rica In Front of Multiplaza Shopping Mall, Escazu 11856 Costa Rica International, Italian, American, Central American, Costa Rican, Contemporary Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Brunch Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Valet Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Reservations, Full Bar, Free Wi [email protected] +506 2208 2100 http://www.intercontinental.com/hotels/gb/en/san-jose/sjoha/hoteldetail/about-the-hotel/dining
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4 based on 1762 reviews

The Market

Always open, always delicious. Promising quality and affordability, The Market is open 24 hours for breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night dining. You can build your own sandwich, pasta, pizza or gourmet burger. A large selection of salads, Carpaccio and

Reviewed By adriancastrillo

We took a group of our collaborators for lunch to the Market today. We had coordinated some details beforehand but definitely it was thanks to Priscilla's attention and amazing service that we had such a pleasant experience. The food was delicious, service was great, prompt, and super courteous. Even having a vegan person have her lunch BTO, everything was seamless. This has been a nightmare at other places but most certainly not here. Thanks Priscilla!Dear Adrian,We´re glad that you enjoyed the food and the service of The Market. Thanks for sharing your comments, your opinion it´s very important for us. Forward to welcome you soon.Best regards,Ricardo Menendez,General Manager.

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