Top Restaurants in Playa Hermosa
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Top 10 restaurants in Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
An increasingly upscale village, Playa Hermosa overlooks the Gulf of Papagayo and enjoys a pleasant, tropical climate and family-friendly beaches. Abundant water activities include sport fishing, sailing, scuba diving or snorkeling and leisurely sunset catamaran tours. You and your family will also want to visit the area’s national parks. Try a combination of popular local tours – a full day of horseback riding, swimming and lunch at the Volcan Miravalles National Park or an adventurous Canopy Tour to experience Costa Rica’s ecosystems.Just 10 minutes from Playa Hermosa, the lively village of Coco offers a delightful mix of entertainment and shopping. Bars and discos surround Coco’s central plaza. You might even visit a casino to try your hand at Blackjack or roulette. In Playa Hermosa, stop in for lunch at Laberinto on the beach, and you’ll enjoy an unusual meal at Ginger, an open-air tapas bar on stilts. The wild ginger grows beneath the bar, and the chefs create some very tasty and exotic meals. Try the Upper Deck Sports Bar and Restaurant for a colorful combination of televised sports, cold beer, good food and a pet orphan monkey!
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1. Ginger
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
A tapas bar with a twist: Asian and Mediterranean fusion, great list of New World Wines by the glass, cocktails made with fresh tropical juices. Exciting and eclectic cuisine like no other in Costa Rica!
Reviewed By robinjn1 - oxford
Although staying at a large hotel 15 mins drive away, we decided to order a taxi to get us to this restaurant. We were certainly not disappointed.
Really good welcome from the staff who immediately thanked us for coming.
We arrived after dark and could not properly see the surroundings, but the setting is elevated with a large open area.
I would describe the food as Asian inspired Tapas. The waiter was very good at explaining the menu, and suggested that initially we start with no more than 4 dishes.
We loved it - the setting, the food, the staff - all excellent
This was the best meal during our 18 days in Costa Rica!
Not cheap, but the quality was really good.
It was so good in fact, that we returned the following night.
2. los suenos
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 86 reviews
Reviewed By Rik T - Fredericton, Canada
If you like a restaurant with all the comforts and service, this is a good one.
We went as a group for New Years Eve and had a great time. For $55 USD per person we had a five course meal with champagne (not real though) and a good dining experience. The waiter even brought the two young girls ginger ales that looked like our champagnes.
The staff is very well-trained, the food was very whole-world menu stuff with steak, Thai vegetable salad with beef, chicken and pasta etc. These were all things we enjoyed and, although good, I found my That salad a little bland; very healthy and good though!
Chocolate cake and pear at the end were quite good.
More a fan of local cuisine, I probably won't go back, but if you like your steak and higher-end restaurants, this is a great spot.
3. Villa Italia
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 401 reviews
Reviewed By Vicki142 - Aiken
This is one of 2 favorite restaurants I love going to. Our standard fare is the fried zucchini and onion appetizer then the gnocchi bolognese then either the coffee tenderloin or the honey tenderloin. The espresso and cappuccino is a nice finale. While being on...MoreI love it!Thank you♡
4. Pacifico Beach Club Restaurant & Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 214 reviews
Our Beach Front Restaurant offers indoor (A/C) and outdoor dining experience. Our menu is based on Contemporary Costa Rican cuisine with a personalized touch by our talented chef. Private events and groups are welcome. Our philosophy is to enhance each visit with a unforgettable dining experience at PACIFICO. Cheers!
Reviewed By marlboro1 - Marlboro, New Jersey
The restaurant is a nice, if somewhat schizophrenic space (there's large screen TVs by the bar within a somewhat fine-dining setting). This place doesn't know what it wants to be. There's burgers ($15) and club sandwiches along with chef specialties $20-30). The food was mediocre and the prices were too high given the quality and serving size. Water was $11 per bottle. Coke $4. The ice cream was dry and flaky ... very strange. The service was efficient and friendly, but frankly, this place was just not worth the price and was totally disappointing. Go to Abbocato for better food, setting, service if you're looking for a fine dining in Guanacaste.
5. La Dolce Vita
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 428 reviews
Open for Breakfast, lunch and dinner with garden with candle light and air conditioning inside...
Reviewed By bsunny - Wisconsin
I do t see what people see in this place. It is in the publito so the breeze does not get in there. Very stuffy. Meant people walked in and ended leaving as they were never acknowledged. We had a pizza which tastes like a $3 frozen pizza in the states. We had a party of 9. One person who had prime rib never did get their potato. Another got their salad and meal at same time. As for getting a drink the waiter said we’d have to ask the other guy. No way would we return
6. Pizzeria La Caveja
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 351 reviews
We are a family runned typical Italian restaurant. All our dishes are home made, with fresh products on a daily base. Check out our daily specials. Our pizzas are prepared in an original wood oven which gives them the original flavor.We are open for suggestions and special reguest. Cannot find your pizza on our you menu? Ask and together we can see if we can make one that you prefer.<br>Here you find:<br>-Italian food and dishes<br>-Emilia-Romagna's food and dishes<br>-pizza<br>-vegetarian dishes<br>-vegan dishes<br>-free gluten dishes<br>We hope to see you soon! <br>Romina e Alessandro
Reviewed By SimoGeneva - Geneva, Switzerland
Soy italiana and never eat Italian food abroad. We came here to dive and should’ve known better but decided to stay to explore the beautiful region (national parks etc.). Leaving early in the morning and back in the evening, we still needed a place where...MoreVi ringrazio tantissimo per avere speso parte del vostro tempo per scrivere questa recensione. Siete gentilissimi!
7. Abbocato
Overall Ratings
5 based on 380 reviews
To define Abbocato is to talk about a family that will welcome new friends in our home to create an unforgettable experience and to give an elegant and professional service in a distinguished environment with the best view of "Golfo Papagayo".Our goal is to convey a sense of satisfaction on the client through an eno-gastronomic journey of high level, with luxurious and cozy surroundings with large windows and a wonderful Terrace where you must enjoy the most beautiful sunsets in the Pacific Ocean.The style of cuisine that Restaurante Aboocato offers can be defined as "author". If you have any questions or would like more information, do not hesitate and contact us!
Reviewed By relaxing_dad - Southampton, Canada
Abbocato would fit in with fine dining in any city that we have visited in the world. Food, service, ambience, view; all are outstanding.
We had visited two years ago and our server, the chef's wife I believe, truly recognized us and placed that visit by both date and the friends who we dined with. Outstanding!
Vegetarian or vegan options are readily catered to, also.
Reserve your table ahead of time, be prepared for a wonderful evening (or lunch) and soak in every aspect of Abbocato.
8. Citron Restaurante
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 399 reviews
Reviewed By Vicki142 - Aiken
It’s so nice returning to Citron and seeing the same wonderful staff and menu. We make a point of making this one of the first restaurants we go to and always our last before leaving. Favorites are the Beef and ginger bowl, pork tenderloin, both of the sea bass items actually never had anything not good.
9. Congo Cafe, Arte & Diseno
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 169 reviews
Where art meets fine eating, Congo coffee, art & design Costa Rica opens from 8am until 8pm Monday thru Saturday, Sunday from 8am until 6pm. Everything is made locally with fresh ingredients bringing you great coffee selections, healthy salads, sandwiches, desserts and much more. Come and join us, we are the meeting place of Costa Rican traditions, great food, art and design.
Reviewed By Anthony H - Playas del Coco, Costa Rica
Came today for lunch, Sunday, not crowded, really nice atmosphere, lot sof interesting art and crafty things to look at, and good A/C. (There aren't a lot of restaurants in Coco with A/C so it's a treat.) I had the pressed ham and gruyere (I...MoreThank you for the opportunity and we hope to see you again! We will take a closer look at the items you mentioned! Thank you for your feedback.
10. Zi Lounge Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 880 reviews
Zi lounge is a bar/restaurant in the heart of Coco. It was founded in 2008 and is now widely regarded as Coco's best spot for food, drinks, and entertainment. Zi lounge features the longest happy hour in town, multiple flat screens to watch all your favorite sporting events, live music weekly, and Coco's top djs every night. Zi lounge is also famous for its theme parties and events, from it's incredible fireworks show on the 4th of July, to its unforgettable Super Bowl parties. The next time you're in Costa Rica, come visit us for an amazing time. Outdoor Seating, VIP Lounge, lunch, dinner and late night menu
Reviewed By Pete W
Highly recommend checking out Zi lounge, great drinks, food, atmosphere. There is always a party going on!
