Where to eat South American food in Nosara: The Best Restaurants and Bars

August 27, 2019 Sachiko Swiger

Find out what South American restaurants to try in Nosara. Your morning in Nosara: Wake to the sounds of the jungle. Walk two minutes to Playa Guiones and do a few yoga poses at sunrise while surfers ride the waves. Wander north to Playa Pelada for a swim and spectacular views of the Pacific. Sound idyllic? Nosara, with its beaches free of developments, its tide pools, plus ziplining, wildlife rescue and more, is perfect for your extended holiday.
Things to do in Nosara

10. Tonito's Bar

Playa Pelada, Nosara Costa Rica Costa Rican, South American, Central American Dinner, Lunch Reservations, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/To%C3%B1itos-Bar-345110912341332/
Tonito's Bar

Reviewed By jmeinhardt99

Right in by Olga's beach bar and la Luna's, it's a small, family owned place with very nice staff, great service, and great vibe. Just bought a house up the road, will be a regular at this place.

9. Restaurante Chirriboca

Boca de Nosara, Nosara Costa Rica Spanish, South American, Central American, Costa Rican Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Serves Alcohol, Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Outdoor Seating, Validated Parking, Table Service [email protected] +506 2682 0035 http://www.lagartalodge.com/en/restaurant-bar.html#c967
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4 based on 38 reviews

Restaurante Chirriboca

Reviewed By Kelly L

I did not stay at Lagarta, but did go for dinner. The view is the best in the area, and it's worth it to go for a drink and watch the sun set. However, the bugs are terrible, and it's a known secret in Nosara that Lagarta is famous for their "no-see-ums" which pack a big, itchy bite. The staff does provide bug spray, but we did flee inside as soon as the sun set to eat our dinner in peace.The service was nice but the food was mostly awful. Our salad and octopus were fine, but our main courses were awful. I had the coffee rubbed tenderloin atop mashed yucca. The meat was completely undercooked (purple!), and the yucca was inedibly garlicky. They took my meat back to cook, but it was still underdone. The rub was not great either. My friend described her pasta dish as "airplane food". It's the classic "great view, crappy food" paradox. I hope management invests in a better chef. That would make this place perfect.

8. El Colibri Steak House Guiones

300 Meters North West to the Esperanza School, Nosara Costa Rica Barbecue, Argentinean, Latin, Spanish, South American Lunch, Dinner Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Reservations, Table Service [email protected] +506 2682 0678 http://www.facebook.com/El-Colibri-Steak-House-Guiones-Nosara-585106118298842/
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4 based on 37 reviews

El Colibri Steak House Guiones

Our restaurant specializes in making meet on the grill with the unique argentinian style. After 15 years on Puerto Carrillo, we are glad to have our second restaurante in Guiones, Nosara, where you will find the same quality and care for the customer's be

Reviewed By 681aarong

We went for an Argentinian al fresco dinner and really enjoyed ourselves!-Very welcoming casual environment—but you can still have an elegant and romantic dinner.-We got a nice table in the open air dining room with a nice view.-Our server was very friendly and attentive.-Cocktails were tasty. They also had a good selection of wines for the area.-Warm rolls and butter were served right away.-Melted provolone cheese appetizer was delicious—similar to a queso fundido. It was served with great garlicky crostini.-Steaks were grilled by the chef right in front of our eyes. They were juicy and tender and cooked a perfect medium rare. We got one ribeye and one New York strip. We preferred the ribeye. They were served with a decent side salad and fantastic chimichurri—we had to ask for extra!-One of the proprietors was walking around speaking Spanish and Italian and making sure everyone was comfortable—exactly what you hope to see!

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7. Bar Olga's

Playa Pelada, Nosara 50206 Costa Rica Bar, Costa Rican, South American Lunch, Drinks Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Takeout, Parking Available [email protected] +506 2682 1116 http://www.facebook.com/barolgas
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3 based on 144 reviews

Bar Olga's

Bar Olga's is one of the older and authentic Costa Rican restaurants in the Nosara area. Olga's is located on the beach with a wonderful ocean view. This is a fun, family beach and the favorite place to watch sunset for many locals. The food is good, the

Reviewed By debnahant

We just had smoothies there -- which are wonderful -- so can't speak to the food, but just a fun place to hang with the locals on the beach.

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6. The Gilded Iguana Restaurant

Playa Guiones 50 m south of Mini Super Delicias Del Mundo, Nosara 5233 Costa Rica Bar, Central American, Costa Rican, Latin, Seafood, International, Spanish, South American Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Takeout [email protected] +506 2215 6949 http://www.thegildediguana.com
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4 based on 55 reviews

The Gilded Iguana Restaurant

The restaurant at the Gilded Iguana will be up and running for Nov 2014. The new management brings the BEST food in the area and finally will get the spotlight they deserve. Look for more info to be released soon.

Reviewed By GullickC

We have been here on 2 occasions now. The service is horrible. It takes 30 plus minutes to get a drink. The food is mediocre at best. I had pizza which was nothing special. 10pies down the street is way better and the service is better. My husband had tuna and he said it was ok but the service made us not want to go back and we won’t. Hello GullickC,We apologize if you didn't enjoy your visits to our restaurant, we will definitely review our processes. There have been some crazy busy days but that is not an excuse to not offer a good service or make our customers wait so long for food or drinks. We will be making some changes to our menu and comments like these help us offer better options. If you do ever visit us again we hope to change your mind about our restaurant. Thank you!

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5. La Fonda

50 Meters Este al Super Faby, Nosara 05290 Costa Rica Argentinean, South American Dinner Seating, Takeout, Reservations, Wheelchair Accessible +506 2201 9322 https://www.facebook.com/pg/La-Fonda-cocina-argentina-1154904067931212/about/
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4 based on 22 reviews

La Fonda

Reviewed By Kac3697

If you are visiting Nosara, venture away from the beaches some. This is a great little place just outside of the downtown area. Argentine style in an outdoor fireplace. Food was really good and different from what you will find anywhere else. Owners are there and are really good, cool people.

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4. El Local

Main Road, Nosara Costa Rica Costa Rican, South American, Central American Lunch, Dinner Seating, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Wheelchair Accessible +1-202-555-016 http://www.localnosara.com/
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4 based on 39 reviews

El Local

Reviewed By GSTTO

We have gone to El Local a few times. The setting is nice, and the food pretty good and priced OK. But the service can be slow to atrociously slow which at this point will make me think twice about returning. I just don't think the server asking if "everything OK here?" when we've been waiting for 45 minutes for our food added to the experience!

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3. K-Rae's Black Sheep Pub

Degrees Northwest of Rancho Tico Restaurant 5, Nosara 50206 Costa Rica Bar, Pub, American, South American, Central American, Costa Rican Dinner, Lunch, Brunch Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Cash Only, Takeout, Reservations, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service [email protected] +506 6278 4214 https://www.facebook.com/kraesblacksheeppubnosara/
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5 based on 28 reviews

K-Rae's Black Sheep Pub

The Black Sheep is unique. It is an original Boutique Inn that is 15 minutes from the beach on one of the highest mountains in Nosara. You will wake up with a mountain view and most likely surrounded by monkeys. Get away from the tourists and bustle of th

Reviewed By Monica_Riehl

It's not just that K Raye is super-friendly accommodating and very interested in her guests that makes this the best pub in Costa Rica. It's the views overlooking the valley in the ocean. Several mush tree canopies with howler monkeys and other species of monkeys hanging from the vines and interacting with guests from afar. It's also that on Sundays you get the taste of live music and folks come up from everywhere Costa Rica together for drinks and music. Biergarten has incredible views under a rustic canopy. K Rae's place has beautifully kept Gardens with coconut trees. If you're lucky and agile she may let you borrow her machete and retrieve your own coconut. This is a great place for a meal and drink, get to know the local area away from the town of nosara.The pub is situated off the beaten path way up the mountain keep going there are signs that will let you know that you still have some distance to go every time you begin to think you've gone too far. Look for those signs it's a little out of the way but it is totally worth it this place is a gem.I stayed at the Buddha hotel in San Juanillo, surfed in mar bella then Guiones and made it a point to come hereHello Monica! I apologize for not responding sooner, I am just now seeing the reviews. Thank you so VERY much for such wonderful words. I am so glad you enjoyed this hidden gem. I appreciate all of your kind words and hope to see you again. have a wonderful day! :-) K-Rae

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2. La Brasa Guiones

North Guiones, next to Gabi's Play Guiones North Beach, 500 meters from North Entrance, Nosara Costa Rica Argentinean, Barbecue, Grill, South American Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Takeout, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Reservations, Street Parking, Free Wifi [email protected] +506 4702 2577
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5 based on 37 reviews

La Brasa Guiones

Argentinian Grill, Steaks, Grilled meats, Chorizos, Homemade Empanadas, Starters, Cheese, Fresh grilled Fish, Vegetarian options. Organic Greens and Vegetables, Regional Products. Easy, Chill, After Surf, Bar & Drinks, Argentinian Wines, Good vibes, good

Reviewed By elwood74

Love this place. Great food that is prepared with care. Our table Ok ordered spare ribs, Mahi mahi, and empanadas. The sauces they serve are unique and excellent. Fresh salads to go with it all. Coconut potatoes are soooo good. Not sure how they get them so coconutty but some things should be left mysterious.

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1. Pacifico Azul

Playa Guiones Playa Guiones frente al skina skate park, Nosara Costa Rica Seafood, South American, Costa Rican Lunch, Dinner, Drinks, Late Night Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Table Service, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Live Music [email protected] +506 2201 8984 https://www.facebook.com/pages/PACIFICO-AZUL/156765802015
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4 based on 213 reviews

Pacifico Azul

Reviewed By vikingschick80

thanks for a great meal! my entire family loved their choices and the casado was great! enjoyed trying the different ceviches too! great ambiance and great service, we would go back in a heartbeat!

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