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Province of San Jose, Costa Rica Food Guide: 10 Italian food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in San Rafael de Escazu
Find out what Italian restaurants to try in San Rafael de Escazu including Il Panino, Pimento, The Market, Saul Bistro Escazu, Il Padrino, L'Olivo, Bocatto di Cardinale, Terrazza Toscana, Ristorante Bottega Privee, Lo Spago
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10. Lo Spago
Overall Ratings
4 based on 194 reviews
Reviewed By Wandering_Canucks1
Lo Spago was a good authentic Italian Restaurant and since that is my favourite it was no surprise I would be a little more critical of the food, the wine and the desserts. We were greeted by friendly staff, sat immediately and able to order some good Chianti. The pasta choice were plentiful and the wait staff were more than willing to explain whatever you needed them to. We got our meals and were feeling pretty good about our choices when I saw something that made me so jealous. The people at the next table had order pasta in a cheese cream sauce. No big deal right? Wrong, the staff had brought over a side table upon which sat a full round of Parmigiano cheese, and in one hand he held a torch. He was mixing something up (I assume some cream), and scraping cheese off as he melted it from the middle of what can only be called a giant cheese bowl. Yes, I said it, he was mixing the sauce up right in the Parmigiano cheese itself. Then he tosses in the pasta and mixes it around as well. He swirls and mixes and then finally pulls it out and plates it. My mouth is watering just thinking of it, still do not know what it was called but I want to try it. Okay, so for dessert, they did not have my favourite Bachio Negro, but they did have Tartufo which was almost as good and excellent as far as desserts go. I would highly recommend this restaurant for the Italian food, the atmosphere and the desserts.
9. Ristorante Bottega Privee
Overall Ratings
4 based on 83 reviews
Reviewed By 356kenj
My wife & I stopped in for a glass of wine...Amarone and valpolicella. both were good, the Alan was pleasantly chatting about the menu, so we opted for the meat and cheese plate. HOW COOL! Michael, rolls out this antique type specialty slicer; showed us each of the meats and cheeses, explained them and let us select the types we wanted. Really amazing detail and service!. We had more wine, and some puff pastry appetizer, the chef came out to introduce himself and check up on us. We were blown away by the service and the attention to detail. We will be back often :)
8. Terrazza Toscana
Overall Ratings
4 based on 227 reviews
In Terrazza Toscana we offer a truly Italian experience, from the ambience to the cuisine will make you feel a part of Italy. Our dishes are authentic Italian recipes with high quality ingredients and preserving it this delicious traditional cuisine . The
Reviewed By 375ToddS
Absolutely wonderful tasting homemade pasta and sauces! My wife and I enjoyed the fettuccini alla bolognes and came back two nights later for it again. Daughter had spaguetti al pomodoro and loved it. We shared fresh baked focaccia bread and we had great desserts to end with. Service was spot on and friendly and we ate outside one night and inside the other - both we great! Highly recommend!
7. Bocatto di Cardinale
Italian restaurant, our artisan pasta Italian restaurant, our artisan pasta specialty, pizzas and sangria.
Reviewed By 809AlexC
Fuimos hace una semana para probarlo y quedamos realmente impresionados con la calidad de la comida, las pastas artesanales y frescas y además la excelente atención!Hoy volvimos y con unos amigos y confirmamos lo bueno que es... definitivamente es para convertirlo en esos favoritos para toda ocasión...
6. L'Olivo
Overall Ratings
4 based on 399 reviews
Reviewed By airigoin
Excellent Italian food. Very simple, Fonda type, classic Italian-type family restaurant. Donât miss it if you want to avoid more formal restaurants.
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5. Il Padrino
Overall Ratings
4 based on 149 reviews
Recognized among the best Italian restaurants in the world through the title OSPITALITA ITALIANA awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce.
Reviewed By armandoj160
Very good Italian food, dishes are hearty, the menu diverse, the service is excellent and the prices are average. You canât go wrong with any pasta dishes , the Focacia is excellent.No hesitation in recommending this quaint, cozy place in the heart of San Jose.Parking could be a problem but they will make it work.Excellent spot for business lunches!Thank you very much for appreciating our work and suggesting the travelers to visit us! We hope to see you soon !!Best regards
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4. Saul Bistro Escazu
Overall Ratings
4 based on 501 reviews
Reviewed By pau22018
We went there for breakfast and the waiter came back twice to the table to tell us that there were no more beans for a dish we oredered and the that there was no more salmon for another dish we ordered.Incredible that a restaurant runs out of ingredients in the morning.
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3. The Market
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1762 reviews
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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2. Pimento
Overall Ratings
5 based on 422 reviews
Enjoy incredible Italian gastronomy and wonderful wines at Pimento. Dine in a cosy Italian style atmosphere accented by wood floors and a brick grotto ceiling. The traditional Italian menu offers a variety of fresh homemade pastas, risottos, fresh seafood
Reviewed By thomasbolas
Cristian was our waiter and provide us with warm and pleasant set. The food was wonderful. The only request I have is to NOT microwave the bread as they did and to serve real butter in lieu of the artificial butter made with rapeseed oil. Dear Thomas,We´re glad that you enjoyed the food and the service of Pimento. 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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1. Il Panino
Overall Ratings
4 based on 68 reviews
We are and Italian-European coffee/bar. You can have light meal with ingredients of the highest quality. we specialize in a wide selection of panini (sandwhiches), Antipasti, Soups, Salads, Desserts (made ââentirely in-house),and we also serve breakfast.
Reviewed By ajp1216
I ate here for lunch. We ordered drinks, sandwiches, and dessert. The meal was tasty, but it was more expensive than it should have been. The sandwiches are not very filling and they come with nothing but the sandwich. For three of us, we spent nearly $75. That's way more than a lunch like this should cost.
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