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

March 29, 2020 Enedina Augsburger

Find out what International restaurants to try in Province of San Jose including Park Cafe, Park Cafe, The Market, Bar Zambra, Restaurante Silvestre, Restaurante Jurgen's, Restaurante Grano de Oro, El Punto, Restaurante Ram Luna, Bo FastGood_RealFood
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10. Bo FastGood_RealFood

Avenida Segunda 2 150mt East from Teatro Nacional, San Jose 10101 Costa Rica Fast Food, Costa Rican, German, International, Spanish, Healthy, Wine Bar, South American Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks Takeout, Serves Alcohol, Delivery, Seating, Street Parking, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards [email protected] +506 2222 1003 https://www.facebook.com/B%C3%B2-FastGood_RealFood-188859225194892/?ref=bookmarks
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5 based on 68 reviews

Bo FastGood_RealFood

New concept . Real Food around the bar. Especialization in Sausage'S Sandwichs. European elaboration with flavours to travel around the world. Also, Spanish style omelets, salads and restaurant desserts. All home-made, only with natural ingredients. Lettu

Reviewed By vlad43210

We were treated to an incredible, one-of-a-kind dinner by the owner of the place! He explained the mode of preparation for the sausages that are the focus of this fancy fast food joint -- very simple, hand- and home-made -- and suggested specific wine pairings for each one. I usually don't eat processed meat, but broke my rule here and ate two: the chef's selection, and a second spicy offering. The chef's selection came with a medium-bodied Chilean Malbec and the spicy with Pinotage, and both pairings were perfect. As we ate, we took in the decor, crafted by an award-winning architectural team. I have definitely never had such an incredible combination of food, ambience, and service. 6/5.WOW! Thanks for your comments... but the most, for enjoing the Bò_Xperience! Cheers!

9. Restaurante Ram Luna

Del centro de Aserri 5 km carretera a Tarbaca, San Jose 10601 Costa Rica Costa Rican, International Dinner Outdoor Seating, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Seat [email protected] +506 2230 3022 http://www.restauranteramluna.com
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4 based on 491 reviews

Restaurante Ram Luna

Mountain restaurant and lookout point with an excellent view of the capital city of San José, the city of Heredia, Tres Ríos, Aserrí and the Irazú Volcano. Located at 5870 feet above sea level, with 2 fireplaces and decorated like home it has a cozy and w

Reviewed By Jeff B

Staff did a terrific job of setting up for a small wedding at the best central valley lookout point. Food and drink were super and well served.The ceremony took place at 5:15 with the light fading, then all the valley lights came on for a stellar view. Very reasonable cost for a small wedding in a magical setting. The floor show after supper with marimba music and folkloric dancing capped it off. Recommended for any occasion.

8. El Punto

Escazu 10103 Costa Rica Latin, International, Contemporary Lunch, Dinner, Drinks, Late Night Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Free Off-Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Table Service, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Full Bar, Free Wifi [email protected] +506 2215 0387 http://www.tgelpunto.com
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4 based on 187 reviews

El Punto

We like to utilize progressive kitchen techinques to provide an artisenal aproach to our work. We combine technology and ingenuity to provide fun-filled dishes that potentiate the essence and flavor of each ingredient. As these different textures mix they

Reviewed By HowIJourney

With one night in San Jose, we chose to dine at this an upscale restaurant. This place had great food, professional service and over the top presentation! Every dish came out with a mini show, my croquettes were swirling in dry ice! Very cool experience. We also visited just before closing and they took our party of 6 anyway!Hello,Thank your for your review, we are very pleased your one night in San Jose was a cool experience!Hope we can see you soon!!RegardsJimena

7. 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.

6. Restaurante Jurgen's

San Pedro, 300 Norte Grupo Q, Los Yoses, San Jose Costa Rica International Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Reservations, Seating, Validated Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Table Service, Full Bar [email protected] +506 2283 2239 http://www.jurgensrestaurant.com
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4 based on 246 reviews

Restaurante Jurgen's

Reviewed By SilviayMarvin

I ordered the tamarind chicken and it was quite dry and needed a bit more salt in order to balance out the sweetness of the tamarind sauce. The service was outstanding. They really work hard in small details to make you feel well taken care of, and I loved that! All in all it was a very good experience.

5. 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.

4. Bar Zambra

Lobby of the Hotel Real InterContinental Costa Rica In Front of Multiplaza Shopping Center, Escazu 11856-1000 Costa Rica Bar, International, South American Lunch, Dinner Seating, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Valet Parking, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Table Service, Accepts Credit Ca [email protected] +506 2208 2100 http://www.ihg.com/intercontinental/hotels/gb/en/san-jose/sjoha/hoteldetail#eatanddrink
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5 based on 208 reviews

Bar Zambra

The Zambra lobby bar provides the perfect place to relax, featuring martinis, cocktails, sangria and a light tapas menu with live music.

Reviewed By nonlocals

Over the past four months I have spent, on average, two weeks a month at the Intercontinental, which included many visits to Bar Zambra. Javier, Randall, Jonathan, Chris, Ana, Mauren, Marianela and the rest of the staff are warm and friendly, and make all guests feel at ease. The food is served from one of the fine restaurants on site, and the drinks are served cold and perfectly mixed. You will not be disappointed at Bar Zambra.Dear client,Thank you for taking the time to share with us your comments.It´s a pleasure you enjoyed the experience of Zambra, we´re glad the service you received was excellent. Forward to welcome you soon.Best regards,Ricardo Menendez,General Manager.

3. 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.

2. Park Cafe

Av. de Las Americas, Calle 48, San Jose Costa Rica International, European Dinner Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +506 2290 6324 http://www.parkcafecostarica.blogspot.com
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5 based on 402 reviews

Park Cafe

Please read important reservation information on our website before making your booking. Thank you.

Reviewed By Mimi M

Everything about this restaurant was superb: the ambience, the waitstaff and service and especially the amazing food prepared by chef (and co-owner) Richard Neat. And we never anticipated finding one of the best restaurants we ever ate at in Costa Rica! We started our evening with two of their creative cocktails which included a Passion Fruit Martini.For our main dining we chose the Degustation Menu...an experience not to be missed. Five courses— each with two different tapas which were so artfully constructed and presented, I hesitated to try the food before I could first take a photo! It was that unique and creative! And delicious. Each course was accompanied by a small glass of wine which was perfectly paired with the food. Our whole dining experience lasted two hours. It was like being a part of an “Epicurican Theatre”, The intimate restaurant is set within an indoor/outdoor antiques shop displaying a beautiful collection of pieces from mainly Indonesia. It was karma sitting amongst many Buddha’s, wood and stone art, as well as water features and gently swaying paper lanterns. Hats off to international chef, Richard Neat! He and his staff made our anniversary an event to remember.Dear Mimi and Michael. Thank you so much for your company and review, we're so happy that you enjoyed yourselves. Have a great continuation of your trip in CR and congrats on that project. Best wishes, Richard

Where to Eat in Province of San Jose: The Best Restaurants and Bars

1. Park Cafe

Av. de Las Americas, Calle 48, San Jose Costa Rica International, European Dinner Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +506 2290 6324 http://www.parkcafecostarica.blogspot.com
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5 based on 402 reviews

Park Cafe

Please read important reservation information on our website before making your booking. Thank you.

Reviewed By Mimi M

Everything about this restaurant was superb: the ambience, the waitstaff and service and especially the amazing food prepared by chef (and co-owner) Richard Neat. And we never anticipated finding one of the best restaurants we ever ate at in Costa Rica! We started our evening with two of their creative cocktails which included a Passion Fruit Martini.For our main dining we chose the Degustation Menu...an experience not to be missed. Five courses— each with two different tapas which were so artfully constructed and presented, I hesitated to try the food before I could first take a photo! It was that unique and creative! And delicious. Each course was accompanied by a small glass of wine which was perfectly paired with the food. Our whole dining experience lasted two hours. It was like being a part of an “Epicurican Theatre”, The intimate restaurant is set within an indoor/outdoor antiques shop displaying a beautiful collection of pieces from mainly Indonesia. It was karma sitting amongst many Buddha’s, wood and stone art, as well as water features and gently swaying paper lanterns. Hats off to international chef, Richard Neat! He and his staff made our anniversary an event to remember.Dear Mimi and Michael. Thank you so much for your company and review, we're so happy that you enjoyed yourselves. Have a great continuation of your trip in CR and congrats on that project. Best wishes, Richard

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