Where to Eat in San Juan del Sur: The Best Restaurants and Bars

November 9, 2017 Roger Rusk

This beautiful fishing village is a Nicaraguan gem, a magnet for surfers and sunbathers. At night, the beach still pulses with activity, thanks to a few popular beachfront bars and nightclubs. Surf clubs abound—catch a wave with an expert instructor if you’re a hang-ten rookie, trying to hang with the surfer big boys.
Things to do in San Juan del Sur

1. Restaurante y Pizzeria La Terraza

In a Front Of the Hotel Casa Blanca, Beach Front, San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Reservations Italian, Pizza Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +505 2568 2090
Excellent
57%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 178 reviews

Restaurante y Pizzeria La Terraza

Best Pizza in San Juan del Sur, brick oven and 100% italian ingredients

Reviewed By Oliverjulian - London, United Kingdom

Really good pasta and pizza. Authentic Italian in style especially the pasta Carbonara. But 33 dollars was the cheapest wine - admittedly a nice chianti - is out of line here. The garlic bread was pretty good too. We would go again.

2. Barrio Cafe

Del Mercado Municipal, 1c al Oeste | Del Mercado Municipal, 1c Al Oeste, San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua Takeout, Waitstaff, Television, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Discover, Seating, Highchairs Available, Accepts Credit Cards Latin, Cafe, Central American, International, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Brunch HK$31 - HK$157 +505 2568 2294
Excellent
57%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 900 reviews

Barrio Cafe

Reviewed By pasqualejunk - Shallotte, North Carolina

We had just arrived in San Juan late evening so first thing to do in am was find coffee of course. So wandering around town stopped at several places to try and buy a cup of joe to go to no avail. Then stumbled on the barrio which if Im correct means neighborhood? Went inside and got 2 cups to go and breakfast to go AWESOME.So next time in town get the coffee you wont be disappointed.

3. El Timon

Avenue of the Kings | Central Zone, On the Beach Street, San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Takeout, Reservations, Accepts Credit Cards International, Latin, Seafood, Central American, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner, Brunch HK$63 - HK$141 +505 2568 2243
Excellent
44%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
5%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 999 reviews

El Timon

This is the largest and one of the oldest restaurants in San Juan del Sur. It is the most popular restaurant serving traditional Nicaraguan beach fare. Located right on the beach! Full service, full bar. Fabulous sunsets!

Reviewed By Alpine43 - Washington State

This is a party restaurant with good to excellent bar food and main dishes. The chef is sensitive to people with food allergies and dietary restrictions. I had a chicken fettuccine with a very good white sauce with butter and onion. Live music came on at 8:00 PM with a pretty good band playing 80’s and 90’s standards like Eagles, ABBA, Heart, etc. The staff surprised us with a lively Nica serenade and gifts of cake and a maraca for the kids to honor Mt daughter’s birthday. A Boston professional at 48–she was delighted and so were her kids.

4. Pan De Vida

Meters West of the Texaco Gas Station 50, San Juan del Sur 60134, Nicaragua Takeout Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch HK$235 +505 8379 7549
Excellent
65%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 179 reviews

Pan De Vida

Pan De Vida is your brick oven bakery! We offer a fine selection of hand crafted artisan breads and sweets. Make your own pizza at the Saturday night pizza party, order a special occasion cake and don't forget the famous chocolate chip cookies!

Reviewed By Silvia S

All the pastry and bakery is very delicious and you want to buy everything you see. The flavor and texture of the pastry is incredibly delicious!! I recommend to try one of each and make your order the day before or in the morning because everything is sold out very fast!!!

5. Taco Stop

Del Mercado Municipal 1c, Al Oeste, Contigo a Barrio Cafe, San Juan del Sur 00000, Nicaragua Takeout, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Credit Cards Mexican, Latin, Fast Food, Central American, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Lunch, Dinner HK$78 +505 8765 4122
Excellent
42%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
5%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 430 reviews

Taco Stop

Fast Casual Tex Mex Grill. Open Late Night every day.

Reviewed By robnkim - alberta

taco stop is my favorite restaurant of all the restaurants i have at at worldwide. i give it a solid 5 star and number 1 rating from the more than 1000 different restaurants i have been to. Don't go to Nicaragua without going to taco stop. seriously, its that good.

6. Simon Says Smoothie Bar

Avendida Vanderbilt | Del Gato Negro, 60 Mts Al Sur, San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi Cafe, Healthy, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks +505 8148 0103
Excellent
72%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 304 reviews

Simon Says Smoothie Bar

Reviewed By JenDenMythra

Stopped in for a quick bite on a recommendation by house mates. I was so surprised once I walked into the door to head toward the back garden area. Super fun, inviting and great atmosphere for relaxing and enjoying their delicious smoothies and healthy bites! Definitely will be back to just enjoy the garden and refreshing atmosphere. Fair priced for such fresh ingredients and quantity ! A must stop!

7. Nacho Libre

Del Mercado Municipal, 1c al Oeste, 1/2c al Norte, San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Television, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi American, Bar, Vegetarian Friendly Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Late Night
Excellent
65%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
4%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 315 reviews

Nacho Libre

Gourmet Hamburgers-the BEST in San Juan del Sur

Reviewed By Diana H - Cluj-Napoca, Romania

I love this place! Awesome place to grab a bite - must try their finger licking good burgers! The staff is absolutely amazing - friendly and fun like nowhere else in San Juan! You can be sure you are going to have a great time...MoreThanks Diana :)

8. Superfrutto Gelateria

San Juan del Sur 001111, Nicaragua Takeout HK$16 - HK$31 +505 8962 1325
Excellent
74%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 192 reviews

Superfrutto Gelateria

Reviewed By wasjanuary - Managua, Nicaragua

My wife and I first discovered this special shop a few years ago while living in San Juan Del Sur and have been satisfied customers ever since. Even though we've moved away from San Juan, we still make it a point to stop by this shop every time we're back in town. In our opinion, their Certificate of Excellence from Trip Advisor is well-deserved. We love gelato and Superfrutto serves the best gelato we have ever found after traveling throughout most of Nicaragua. My wife is a huge fan of their coconut flavor, while I enjoy the wide variety of their flavor selections. In addition to their gelato, the new Superfrutto shop is very impressive too.

9. Cafe Mediterraneo

In front of the market | Costado Oeste del Mercado Municipal, San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua Reservations, Free Wifi, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol Italian, Cafe, Mediterranean, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch HK$31 - HK$118 +505 8279 0012
Excellent
76%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 212 reviews

Cafe Mediterraneo

Delicious Italian Food, traditional recipes

Reviewed By tequilawitch - Whistler, Canada

The food & service are the best in SJDS. The bruschetta and house salad was so fresh & tasty. I had breakfast here twice and the omellets are filling and get you going for the day. They welcome you with a smile and make you want to return again and again.

10. La Vecchia Signora

Frente Barrio Caffe, San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol Italian, Pizza, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner HK$47 - HK$78 +505 7851 4486
Excellent
71%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 126 reviews

La Vecchia Signora

Reviewed By DouglasCN51 - Toronto, Canada

We had an excellent, thin crust pizza and a pretty decent glass of vino tinto. Service was friendly and prompt. Price was surprisingly low. It’s just a pizzeria but I have to give this place 5 stars based on excellent value for the money.

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