Where to eat Central American food in Province of Guanacaste: The Best Restaurants and Bars

June 29, 2020 Kelli Reichel

Reviews on Central American food in Province of Guanacaste, Costa Rica including Toucanoos, HiR Fine Dining, Cactus Restaurant, Black Stallion Cafe & Surf Saloon, a'lo Nico, Little Lucha, Liberia Social, NOI Bistro Tamarindo, Abbocato, Che Sirloin
Things to do in Province of Guanacaste

10. Che Sirloin

Pueblito Sur, Local 10 La Chorrera, Las Palmas, Playas del Coco 50503 Costa Rica Steakhouse, Argentinean, International, Grill, Central American Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Reservations, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Credit Cards, Private Dining, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking [email protected] +506 8467 7664 http://www.facebook.com/chesirloingrill/
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5 based on 177 reviews

Che Sirloin

Steakhouse & Grill, serving Prime Cut Steaks, Gourmet Hamburgers, assortment of delicious home made starters and desserts. Our menu includes options for vegetarian and fresh salad lovers. Wine/Beer/Cocktail/Natural drinks. Lunch and Dinner from $8.

Reviewed By guyhmc

we were on holiday in costa rica recently and i wanted to find somewhere nice to take my new wife for her birthday, after a search on trip advisor i found Che Sirloin, what a lovely place this is, i booked our table for the evening of 28th june through facebook. All so easy, when we got there we immediatly felt comfortable and welcomed. There is a really nice ambience to the place, we chose an outside table. we had a really great steak dinner with drinks and it all came to just over $50, brilliant. The owners even messaged me the next day thanking us for our patronage and generous tip. we had hoped to go back before we flew back to London, but things didn,t pan out, if you are in coco beach definatly give Che Sirloin a look, you will not be sorry.Than you for your kindness Guy. We were honored to host you and your wife on you special day and graetfull to have met your expectations. Till your next visit to Paradise.BestChe Sirloin Team

9. Abbocato

Road 254, Km. 8th, Hacienda Del Mar Project, Playa Panama 297-1005 Costa Rica Italian, Seafood, Central American Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +506 2672 0073 http://www.abbocatocr.com
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5 based on 437 reviews

Abbocato

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

Reviewed By CBinKC

This is a remarkable dining experience. The menu, wine list, food preparation, service, and ambiance are simply superior in every quality. To top it all, the delightful owners personally attend to the guests. You will be challenged to find a better dining experience anywhere worldwide. So if you happen to visit Guanacaste, this restaurant must be on your itinerary. My wife and I celebrated our 25th anniversary at Abbocato, and I’m now faced with the daunting task of what to do for the next anniversary. I guess we’ll have to return to Abbocato!

8. NOI Bistro Tamarindo

Av. Central Just beside Longboards BBQ, Tamarindo 50309 Costa Rica Latin, Cafe, Central American, Costa Rican Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Table Service, Free Wifi, Live Music [email protected] +506 2653 1376 http://www.facebook.com/noibistrotamarindo/about/
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5 based on 242 reviews

NOI Bistro Tamarindo

We create a relaxed atmosphere where you can enjoy delicious homemade breakfast / brunch. We also offer a variety of international dishes at night. Coktails are served till 2 pm. If you are around Tamarindo don` t miss to enjoy a very nice place, and do n

Reviewed By diana7873

The food is fantastic! Had the gallo pinto, the typical Costa Rican meal and it was perfect! The homemade bread is fantastic, daughter asked if we could buy a whole loaf. The avocado toast, best we have ever had. And the lemonade, wow!!! Everything was wonderful and we are so glad we found this place! Oh and you have to get a piece of the chocolate chip banana bread to go! Yummmy!!!!!Thanks for your commentAlways appreciated and very kind of you

7. Liberia Social

125 Oeste Y 25 Norte De Ermita De La Agonia 125 Oeste Este y 25 Norte de La Ermita la Agonia El Frente Stihl, Liberia 50101 Costa Rica Steakhouse, Latin, International, Mediterranean, Costa Rican, Central American Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accep [email protected] +506 2665 4050 http://liberia-social.business.site
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5 based on 185 reviews

Liberia Social

We are OFFERING, DELICIOUS Wines, FRESH Cocktails, TASTY Food, QUALITY Music, PEACEFUL Garden, FRIENDSHIP & DREAMS. LIBERIA SOCIAL, Chill Lounge, Restaurant, Wine Bar, Wine Market! #PLACETOBE!

Reviewed By shirleymae2015

We had a mixed meat plate of grilled chicken and beef. It came with french fries and vegetables. Everything was delicious and very reasonably priced. There was enough on the plate for me and my husband, and enough to take home for another meal. The service was very good. I especially like the decor that gave me that "big city" feel like New York of Chicago. I felt transcended. The restaurant offers live music many nights and you should check to see when they do and join in.Dear Shirley,Greetings from Liberia Social! We are so happy that you enjoyed your time with us in Liberia. Thanks for taking the time to write and rate us. I will share your comments with our team which i am sure they will be very happy to hear that you enjoyed the service, the food, and the ambiance we offered. Hope our paths will cross again. Pura Vida!

6. Little Lucha

Meters North Of Super Compro, Diagonal From The Skate Park 20 20 Meters North Of Super Compro, Diagonal From The Skate Park, Tamarindo 50309 Costa Rica Mexican, Street Food, Latin, Central American Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Seating, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi [email protected] +506 8723 4297 https://www.facebook.com/littleluchataqueria/
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5 based on 234 reviews

Little Lucha

Reviewed By NalaBala

Loved it so much I went here twice during my week in Tamarindo. Excellent for solo diners as you can sit at the bar and the portion sizes are just right. I loved the veggie tacos and micheladas and free nachos and dips are a great touch.NalaBala,Thanks for hanging out with us during your time in Tamarindo!Órale!El Jefe

5. a'lo Nico

Flamingo 400m south from the Banco de Costa Rica, between Villa Ferlito and the Jungle Gym, Playa Flamingo 50308 Costa Rica International, Central American, Costa Rican Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Reservations, Parking Available, Delivery, Takeout, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Outdoor Seating, Free Wifi +506 2654 4008 http://www.facebook.com/alonico.flamingo
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5 based on 223 reviews

a'lo Nico

Reviewed By linkexpeditions

The food here is good and not expensive. Customer service is good and the cooks are locals. You can find here dishes like omeletts, gallo Pinto (Local typical breakfast) and more! We suggest it for breakfast a lot!

4. Black Stallion Cafe & Surf Saloon

The Black Stallion Hills Ranch 8 mins drive from Tamarindo., Villareal, Tamarindo 50309 Costa Rica Barbecue, Central American, Costa Rican, Hawaiian Lunch, Dinner Seating, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Buffet, Table Service [email protected] +506 8869 9765 http://www.blackstallionhills.com/en/cafe-surf-saloon
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5 based on 615 reviews

Black Stallion Cafe & Surf Saloon

RESERVATIONS ONLY, BOOK ONLINE & PURA VIDA! We offer a rustic ranch style evening that's private & exclusive.We specialize in small groups & also do special events for families & friends. ( What we do, is BBQ just for u.) The BBQ is outside in " the shack

Reviewed By SuesRecs

This is a really fun adventure in Costa Rica near Tamarindo. We met the owner, Alex at the ranch and immediately bonded with his friendly manner and stories about South Africa (where he's originally from) and surfing around the world. Starting around 2:30pm, he matched the four of us up with horses and our own guide, who took us on a 30-45 min. trail ride up to the top of the mountain, where we met our ziplining guides. They suited us up in our harnesses and gave us instructions and also ziplined along with us as we traversed the mountain over the beautiful jungle canopy over 9 ziplines. We felt safe with them and we had a lot of fun.When we reached the base of the mountain, we were met with refreshing juices and wonderful BBQ dinner of steak, chicken, Costa Rican sausages, salads, pasta and veggies - as much as we wanted- in a beautiful private dining area. If you want a great ziplining/horseback riding adventure in Guanacaste, come to Black Stallion!Thank you for the exellent review,we appreciate.The super ranch combo tour you did is the most fun adventure.Ride,zip,pool time & BBQ.Glad to see u enjoyed the ranch and our rustic style bbq cooking.We have some fun pics of the fam,will e mail to you.thanks for visiting us Amigos.see u soon.Pura Vida!

3. Cactus Restaurant

Carretera Playa Avellanas, Pinilla, Tamarindo 50309 Costa Rica Central American, Costa Rican, International, Fusion, Healthy Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Breakfast, Drinks Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Free Wifi, Table Service, Free Off-Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer [email protected] +506 2215 3899 http://www.facebook.com/Cactus-de-Pinilla-1849099015110389/
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5 based on 74 reviews

Cactus Restaurant

The Cactus Restaurant is located in Pinillia just off the road to Playa Avellanas and only five minutes from Hacienda Pinilla. We have local and international cuisines for you such as delicious cassado and tayuya, excellent ceviche, as well as tasty tacos

Reviewed By courtina

What a gem right outside the gates of hacienda pinilla. So far have eaten here twice during our ten day stay. First time everyone got fish and they ran out right at my order (sigh) so we came back a second time. Everything is awesome on the menu and they even made me a special fish plate as requested a salad and fish. Considering the prices inside the gates this place is worth the five minute trek. Do yourself a favor and go!Dear courtina, thank you very much for your very nice review and for your recommendation. We are very happy that you enjoyed our food at the Cactus. Pura Vida

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2. HiR Fine Dining

20 min South of Tamarindo, 10 min East of Playa Avellanas, Pinilla, Tamarindo Costa Rica Fusion, Central American, Costa Rican Dinner Reservations, Seating, Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Cash Only, Accepts Discover, Table Service, Outdoor Seating, Parking Available +506 7223 6697 http://hiradventure.com/finedining
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5 based on 93 reviews

HiR Fine Dining

HiR Fine Dining is an intimate dining experience for up to 12 people. Dinners last 3 hours and are scheduled from 5 - 8pm. IMPORTANT: include a working phone number with your reservation so that we can contact you for dietary requirements, logistics and p

Reviewed By Kate M

This was an incredible experience! Not only do you get a unique and delicious meal made in front of you while you relax, Noam also provides excellent conversation. Take the time to appreciate both the fine dining (each dish with a story and made from local ingredients, including from Noam’s own garden), but also Noam’s life story in general. You won’t regret it!Thank you Kate for being my first dinner of the low season: the two of you are so loving, and kind and fun. I had such a wonderful evening.

Top 10 restaurants in Province of Guanacaste, Costa Rica

1. Toucanoos

El Pueblito Sur Local #12, Playas del Coco 50503 Costa Rica Grill, Central American Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wifi, Table Service, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wine and Beer, Accepts Credit Cards, Dog Friendly [email protected] +506 8572 3916 http://www.toucanoos.com
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5 based on 247 reviews

Toucanoos

ALWAYS FRESH-ALWAYS LOCAL, ALWAYS NATURAL INGREDIENTS! We stand behind our 'no artificial ingredients added'. Our recipes are original and made from scratch. We spend hours every morning creating our daily food prep. NOW THAT IS COMMITMENT, PRIDE and LOVE

Reviewed By LovesNM

We ate here several times on our last visit to Coco. We were happy to find it open during October when other restaurants are closed. The protein bowl was a nice start to the day. My friends had a pulled pork sandwich which also had rave reviews. My second visit, I had the portabello sandwich, which was chopped portabello deep fried. Yum. They were testing out their new fish sandwich. My friends tried it and found it was also delicious. Their Sangria is unique in that it has some cloves added. We will definitely be back.

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