Dining Out is Always a Treat
Eating out on vacation is a great way to explore the area as well as the regional food options. When friends and family want to go out you’ll have numerous restaurants and eateries from which to choose. Styles range from seaford to steak, from lite tapas to hearty burgers…
The Four Seasons features Pesce, Bahia Grill, and Añejo. The Andaz Costa Rica has Chao Pascao, Rio Bhongo, Ostra, and the Andaz Beach House. The Prieta Beach Club features Olas and Manglar restaurants. Exclusive Resorts features Poro Poro. The Four Seasons managed Golf Clubhouse features Nemare while the Palapita Tap House is located near the tennis courts. The Dive Bar is located at the Papagayo Marina.
Please note that all menus and hours are subject to change as the restaurants will alter the offerings based on seasonality.
Clubhouse at Prieta Beach
Olas
Olas features a Costa Rican take on Baja California food set in the middle of a beautiful exclusive beach resort. A more sophisticated dining experience than other restaurants in the area, Olas offers fine dining in a luxurious yet relaxed atmosphere.
Olas offers Baja-inspired appetizers like nachos and chips with pico de gallo and guacamole, as well as Costa Rican Corvina Reina ceviche and a Spanish gazpacho with cilantro pesto. Sample a tropical fruit plate of locally grown fruit for a light starter, or try the 1 lb. of chicken wings with your choice of BBQ, teriyaki, or buffalo sauce.
Olas offers light dishes, including salads, wraps, and tacos. They have a Greek salad with falafel and tzatziki and a sesame tuna salad with avocado and a honey soya dressing. Their wraps include a grilled chicken lettuce wrap and a Caesar wrap spinach tortilla with your choice of chicken or fish. Their taco offerings include Portobello mushroom tacos and grilled fish tacos.
For a heartier meal and a taste of North American and European cuisine, Olas offers sandwiches, burgers, and pizzas. They have a local twist on a classic with the Original PBC Grilled Tuna Club on whole grain bread, or try the braised BBQ beef sandwich with American cheese and a side of country fries.
Olas’ burgers are made from the highest quality ingredients, and both the 8 oz. Brangus burger and the Kobe burger are smokey, delicious grilled burgers that are sure to please. Both are served with fries and your choice of cheese. Olas also delivers for the pizza lovers with both supreme and a classic tomato and basil on the menu, as well as a “build your own” option allowing you to make the perfect pizza for your tastes.
For the ultimate beachside experience, order the Fresh Catch Preparation. The chefs will prepare freshly caught fish straight from the nets of local fishermen in your preferred style. You can order your fish blackened, grilled, or beer battered and mix it with your choice of sauces, including pineapple pico de gallo and black bean mango relish. Choose from sides including cabbage salad and fried plantains or a green salad with steamed rice and a passion fruit dressing.
Located at the Clubhouse at Prieta Beach, 1.4 miles or a 5-minute drive from our luxury villas in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. The Clubhouse at Prieta Beach is an exclusive, family-friendly resort where relaxation and luxury come together. Olas is only one of their Latin-inspired beachfront restaurants and is a casual place to enjoy some of the best food in the area.
Location: At Clubhouse at Prieta Beach / 5 minute drive -1.4 miles- from most of our vacation villas.
Manglar
Spend an evening at Manglar and discover that fresh, locally-sourced ingredients really do taste better. Situated at the shore of the clubhouse at Prieta Beach, the restaurant’s beachfront views are stunning enough to make a trip worth your while. You can enjoy its fresh and balanced Costa Rican cuisine and extraordinary cocktails with your toes in the sand.
Manglar’s menu holds true to its mantra: the best things in life are meant to be shared. The plates are designed to be shareable, so you will get a chance to sample everything on offer. Choose amongst grilled arrachera, churrasco and tenderloin, or opt for Costa Rican tacos topped with local chorizo sausage. The Ensalada Verde with kale, quinoa, and grilled local veggies is a delicious alternative for vegetarians.
Celebrate the Costa Rican coastline’s bounty with the Catch of the Day. If you order the fish on its own, it comes with handmade tortillas, grilled sweet potatoes, and corn on the cob. Manglar only uses the freshest products and ingredients directly from purveyors with a commitment to sustainable fishing.
Manglar has an ambiance of primal elegance, and its cocktail menu suits its theme. Celebrate Costa Rica by trying its national alcoholic drink, Guaro. Derived from the word “aguardiente,” meaning “burning water,” guaro is a favorite and is found in many of Manglar’s signature drinks. Try the Mangle Tropical, Witch’s Rock or Chili Mango to give it a taste.
Costa Rica is also known for its coffee. Costa Rican coffee gets its distinct aroma and taste from its soil, which is enriched by volcanic ash. If you’re starting to fade after a long day at the beach, the Alegoria infused with cold coffee and coffee cream liqueur will wake you right up. It also contains guaro and a touch of banana foam.
Manglar offers an extensive beer and wine selection if you aren’t feeling adventurous. Try Costa Rican and local craft beer, or stick with your international favorites. As well as red and white house wines, the bar features selections from Chile, Italy, and Argentina.
You can find Manglar at the Clubhouse at Prieta Beach, 1.4 miles or a 5-minute drive from our luxury villas in Guanacaste, Costa Rica.
Location: At Clubhouse at Prieta Beach / 5 minute drive -1.4 miles- from most of our vacation villas.
Four Seasons Resort
Bahia Restaurant
Pay a visit to Bahia at the Four Season Resort for an unforgettable dining experience that celebrates fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. The Bahia features unparalleled ocean views, an overhanging canopy of trees and a spacious open floor plan. Its centerpiece is its wood-fired open kitchen, where Chef Heberto uses fresh, local ingredients in his signature dishes.
Start your day with the Pura Vida Buffet, which includes fresh-brewed coffee and a selection of juices, or join us for Breakfast a la carte. Embrace the healthy lifestyle with our Acai Bowl with bee pollen and Avocado Toast, or fuel up for a day of adventure with our tropical oatmeal or Bircher muesli.
For a boost of energy and vitamins, stop by Bahia’s juice bar. Refresh yourself with a delicious and nutritious smoothie or juice, like the Verde Que Te Quiero Verde with kale, basil, and pineapple.
Bahia’s lunch options are light, with a focus on fresh ingredients. Sample the Sea Bass and Chayote Squash ceviches, Latin Cobb salad, or Mushroom Tacos al Pastor. Can’t miss main dishes include the snapper filet with chayote slaw and chimichurri and the classic fajitas with pico de gallo.
In the evening, the overhead lights come on, and the drinks start to flow. Adults will appreciate the extensive wine, beer, and liquor menu and can choose from Bahia’s range of specialty cocktails.
The highlight is Chef Heberto’s grilled fish with chimichurri marinade, fresh lemon, and chayote slaw. The catch? On Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays, you can select your dinner from the chef’s display of fresh fish caught right at the edge of the restaurant.
You can also choose delicious vegetarian options like Heberto’s Mole and Stuffed Pepper, which features oyster mushrooms, or the Costa Rican Casado with Creola salad. Bahia also has a range of gluten-free options, like the “Chorotega Style” Octopus Causa with yellow aji chili and popped amaranth grain.
Bahia offers numerous kid-friendly menu items, so the younger generation can sample local gems along with foods they know and love, like tortilla chips and fries.
If you and your party want to delve deeper into the flavors and ingredients of Latin America, you’ll want to try Chef Heberto’s Latin Journey. Explore the culinary traditions of Mexico City, Peru, Brazil, and the Buenos area with this once-in-a-lifetime dining experience. The Latin Journey dinner is capped at 12 guests and requires a reservation 48 hours ahead.
Bahia is located a mile or two (about a five-minute drive) from our luxury vacation villas in Guanacaste, Costa Rica, which you can book here.
Location: At Four Seasons Resort / 5-minute drive -1.4 miles- from most of our vacation villas.
Pesce Restaurant
Spend an elegant evening dining on traditional Italian favorites at Pesce. Located on the grounds of the Four Seasons Resort, Pesce offers a range of delectable dishes inspired by the flavors of the Italian Riviera.
Start with Pesce’s mouth-watering antipasti. The tagliere di salumi e formaggi features delicious prosciutto di Parma and traditional salame Toscano, garnished with asiago and goat cheese, marinated olives, and assorted herbs. The Carpaccio di Manzo with thinly sliced beef tenderloin and the Fritto Misto calamari and jumbo prawns are also not to be missed. And don’t worry, you don’t have to order in Italian!
Before the main course, prepare your palate with a light salad such as the Insalata Mista. For a little kick, try the burrata with chili flakes.
The first course, or Primi Piatti, celebrates pasta in all its varieties. The traditionalists in your group will love the classic Spaghetti alla Carbonara and Lasagna alla Bolognese. You can also opt for something a little more unique with the Risotto with wild mushrooms and truffle oil or the pesto Genovese linguini.
Vacations are a great time to step out of your comfort zone and make more adventurous food selections. For your Secondi Piatti, choose from local scallops, clams, muscles, prawns, and seabass. The locally-sourced Yellowfin tuna dish is pan-seared to pack a big flavor punch and sprinkled with pistachio crumble. If you’re not a fan of fish, you can’t go wrong with the breaded chicken breast or the incredible Ossobuco Con Polenta, a slowly-braised beef shank with rich Parmigiano Reggiano polenta.
Satisfy your sweet tooth with one of our light or decadent desserts. The Tiramisu is particularly outstanding, made with aged Flor de Cana rum and dark cacao.
Pesce has an upscale feel but offers a children’s menu with kid-friendly options like spaghetti and chicken with fries. However, Pesce’s high-quality menu and extensive alcoholic beverage selection make it ideal for date nights and adult getaways.
Wine enthusiasts can indulge in the varied offerings by the glass or bottle while enjoying panoramic ocean views. Spirit drinkers are bound to be impressed by the restaurant’s rum, whisky, tequila, mezcal, and cognac offerings. You can even try rum from right here in Costa Rica.
You can find Pesce just a short 5-minute drive from our luxury villas in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Book your stay at our stunning villas and condos on the Papagayo Peninsula.
Location: At Four Seasons Resort / 5-minute drive -1.4 miles- from most of our vacation villas.
Añejo Restaurant
Put on your dancing shoes and spend a lively evening at Añejo, the bar and restaurant at the heart of the Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica. Come for the incredible food; stay for the live DJ and fabulous cocktails.
At Añejo, tapas-style food is available all day. Tapas are a great way to sample some local flavors and get adventurous with food without ordering an entire meal. The plant-based cheese platter and charcuterie board are great sharable options. Sample specialty cheeses like almond ricotta, cheddar cashew, and macadamia brie, or choose the chef-selected charcuterie with fig jelly.
Añejo offers several seafood-inspired tapas, Tapas del Mar, including tuna and sea bass ceviche, octopus wantan causa with toasted quinoa, and crispy fried shrimp. For a Peruvian bent, try the hamachi tiradito, a dish that reflects the influence of Japanese immigrants on Peru’s cuisine.
For the total tapas experience, don’t skip the Tapas del Jardin (from the garden). You’ll be amazed by the earthy flavors of the beet hummus and soft Lebanese bread. Or, for a delicious light meal, try the cruciferous crunch salad with grilled broccoli and cauliflower with a tangy tamarind dressing. You can also choose to add chicken, prawns, or fish to your salad if you want a heartier meal.
You don’t need to travel to Japan to find good sushi. At Añejo, the chefs don’t skimp on the best ingredients for fresh sushi with a Costa Rican twist. Enjoy a classic crunch roll with prawn tempura or maki tempura. If you don’t shy away from spice, the togarashi aioli alone is worth the trip.
Añejo has not forgotten about the niños. The restaurant keeps it simple and classic for the kids, offering spaghetti, grilled chicken, burgers, and steak. Grilled mahi-mahi and butternut squash macaroni and cheese are also on the menu for the more mature or adventurous diners.
Under Les Dulces, you’ll find a range of dessert options, from fruit-infused cocktail popsicles to affogato with rum, coconut ice cream, churros, and pistachio. The homemade gelato sampler is ideal for sharing. There are also classic desserts for kids, like cookies, sundaes, and brownies.
To pair with your meal, and keep the party going afterward, try one of Añejo’s signature cocktails. With a range of spirits and flavors, there’s something for everyone to love.
Añejo is located just a short scenic 1.4-mile drive from Papagayo Luxury villas and condos in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Book your stay and enjoy all that the Peninsula has to offer.
Location: At Four Seasons Resort / 5-minute drive – 1.4 miles- from most of our vacation villas.
Nemare Restaurant
Nemare is a sophisticated steakhouse located at the Peninsula Papagayo clubhouse. Its name derives from the word for “smoke” in Chorotega, the language spoken by an American Indian tribe living in northwest Costa Rica during the Spanish Conquest. Nemara celebrates its name all across its menu, from its extensive steak selection to its cocktail list.
To create the perfect meal experience, diners can pick and choose individual plates or cuts of steak or opt for the Nemare Essence, a 6-course tasting menu.
The Nemare Essence tasting menu is truly a culinary masterwork, featuring an abundance of innovative flavor combinations. As the centerpiece, diners receive three different grilled cuts of steak handpicked by Chef Enrique. Other courses include tempura oysters, mango and spinach salad, tuna tartare, red snapper, and molten chocolate fondant cake with caramel ice cream.
There are numerous steak options available for all taste preferences. Try the classic Steak Parrillada with chorizo, as well as skirt prime, filet mignon, and ribeye. Or, enjoy the surf and turf option, a tasteful pairing of skirt steak with shrimp and mixed vegetables.
You can also choose your meal by the cut, selecting between ribeye prime, picanha, filet mignon, wagyu, New York prime, and dry age ribeye prime. Or, replenish yourself after a day on the water with a “big cut”–porterhouse prime, dry-aged bone-in ribeye, or tomahawk prime.
Nemare celebrates the savory as a steakhouse, which applies to its vegetarian dishes and famous meats. The grilled vegan burger, made from chickpeas and quinoa, comes with avocado and tomato pesto for extra flavor. Fried sweet plantains and criolla salad make the Classic Casado a highlight.
Nemare’s commitment to the smoky flavor even translates to its cocktail menu. The smoked rosemary Bulleit Bourbon cocktail is the perfect finish to this elegant dining experience. There’s also an extensive wine, beer, and liquor selection and soft drinks for the kids.
Nemare is conveniently located less than a mile from Papagayo luxury villas in Guanacaste, Costa Rica; only about a two-minute drive. Book here for access to Costa Rica’s premium dining experiences.
Location: At Four Seasons Resort / 5-minute drive -1.4 miles- from most of our vacation villas.
Palapita Tap House Restaurant
Relax and unwind at the relaxed new venue at the Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica, Palapita Tap House. Whether you’re looking to kick back after a round of tennis or on the hunt for incredible Costa Rican street food, Palapita Tap House offers a dining experience you won’t want to miss.
Palapita Tap House has a wide selection of Costa Rican street food favorites. Keep it simple with the house guacamole with chips and salsa, or try the Peruvian ceviche, made fresh with the Catch of the Day. The Spicy Mango Cup with lime and tajin is also a stand-out.
For a quick bite, go with a Costa Rican street food favorite: the taco. Choose between beef, fish, chicken, or crispy quinoa and broccoli. The Kobe Beef burger with portobellos and the crispy chicken with avocado are also great twists on classic American meals.
Located at the Tennis Centre, Palapita Tap House keeps your health in mind, featuring dishes as nutritious as they are delicious. Fuel up for your next match with the Green & Crispy salad, packed with spinach, lettuce, cucumber, tomato, and zucchini, or try the Quinoa & Avocado burger is a lighter take on a classic favorite.
Palapita Tap House makes its own homemade paletas (ice pops) in a range of delicious flavors. The tap house offers Berries & Yogurt, Vanilla Ice Caramel, and Pina Colada paletas, and an adults-only option: the Tamarindo paleta made with tequila and tajin.
Palapita Tap House specializes in locally crafted beer, offering a high-quality selection from the Papagayo Brewing Co. Papagayo beer celebrates the coastal experience of Guanacaste, a biodiverse province in northwestern Costa Rica known for its endless beaches and calm seas.
You can visit Palapita Tap House daily. Whenever you choose to visit, you can expect a friendly and welcoming experience, delicious and authentic Costa Rican food, and some of the most refreshing and flavorful beer Costa Rica has to offer.
The relaxed atmosphere is great for families, and there is plenty of room for kids to move around without stress. And don’t worry about sitting in the heat of the midday sun: the wide umbrellas provide ample shade to keep you cool and comfortable.
Enjoy the Palapita Tap House and other luxe Four Seasons dining venues by booking a luxury villa in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Our villas are located just five minutes from the Four Seasons Resort.
Location: At Four Seasons Resort / located near the tennis and pickle bar courts, across from Nemare.
Andaz Resort
Rio Bhongo Restaurant
Start your day with a delicious coffee made by a talented barista at Rio Bhongo with their interactive breakfast experience. They offer both a breakfast buffet and a la carte breakfast items.
The buffet features iced or hot Tarrazú coffee, fresh juice, or tea, along with egg and griddle stations for favorites like omelets, fried eggs, waffles, pancakes, and French toast. Choose from an extensive selection of toppings, ingredients, and sauces for a great way to start the day.
For a local flavor, try the Costa Rican Tico style breakfast items like fried ripe plantain with pineapple and cane sugar, local chorizo sausage with chimichurri salsa and homemade spicy sauce, pork tamales, or dairy-free sweet corn pancakes.
If you are looking for a lighter breakfast, try the toast or parfait station. Sample favorites like avocado toast, salmon and caper toast, or apple ricotta and pecan toast. Try a coconut oatmeal parfait with dried banana and raisin or orange chia parfait with blackberry jam for something sweeter.
Lunch at Rio Bhongo offers local Costa Rican flavors, tastes from across Latin America, and delicious North American food. Sample a traditional Costa Rican Casado lunch of white rice, black beans, fried plantains, and your choice of chicken breast, tenderloin, or the catch of the day.
Rio Bhongo also has a range of delicious pizzas for lunch, including the Bhongo pizza made with dried portobello and oyster mushrooms, balsamic caramelized cremini, and tomato sauce with parsley and smoked mozzarella, or try the Bhongo Focaccia pizza, which has prosciutto, green olives, confit garlic, sun dried tomatoes, shaved parmesan, and arugula, sprinkle with annatto-passionfruit sea salt, and drizzled with extra virgin olive oil.
A sunset dinner at Rio Bhongo overlooking the gorgeous water views over the resort’s river-inspired pools is a romantic and unforgettable way to finish a day in paradise.
Start with appetizers like a watermelon carpaccio garnished with avocado purée, curd cheese mousse, Grana Padano cheese, and a balsamic reduction with crispy chickpeas for a satisfying way to cool down after a hot day in the sun. Or try the purple corn tortilla with shredded chicken, pickled onion, fried egg, and a rustic tomato sauce for a taste of Central America to start your meal.
For the main course, choose from the extensive list of meats and fish hot from the grill, including tuna filet, rack of lamb, rib eye steak, or a vegetarian-friendly broccoli steak, along with your choice of sides. Rio Bhongo also has a list of delicious entrees, including sauteed shrimp with blackened, steamed yucca, a coffee-infused carrot purée topped with a passion fruit hollandaise sauce, or a barley risotto with shiitake mushrooms, broccoli, roasted scallion, and pickled bell pepper spaghetti.
Finish your day with a sweet dessert from Rio Bhongo like a slice of chocolate, coffee, and cashew layer cake with a gooseberry sauce and chocolate ice cream or a caramelized cheese flan made from local Turrialba cheese topped with honey ice cream, crunchy lemon, macadamia, and a smoked strawberry sauce.
Located only 3.3 miles from our luxury villas in Guanacaste, Costa Rica, a short 11-minute drive, Rio Bhongo is the ideal spot for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Location: At Andaz Resort / 11 minute drive -3.3 miles- from most of our vacation rentals.
Chao Pescao Restaurant
Chao Pescao offers fine dining and a welcoming atmosphere with live music and fun staff. Finish your day with unique, delicious dishes made from the finest ingredients.
The tapas-style menu encourages you to try different dishes and flavors from across Latin America. Sample local flavors like the Costa Rican Tico-style chao-frijo, a bowl of white rice, red beans, pico de gallo, guacamole, and pork rind served with crispy corn tortillas. Or, discover the Tico style, the chipotle powder seasoned crispy green plantains served with refried beans and mashed avocado; spice it up with your choice of proteins, including chicken, shredded beef, or shrimp.
Taste some dishes from South America, including a Peruvian Chaufa, which combines the flavors of the Peruvian Chinese community with traditional Andean spices. This dish features fried rice with chicken, sesame oil, soy sauce, chopped egg, ginger, spring onion, and crispy wonton.
Head further north on the continent with an authentic Venezuelan chicken arepa made with a crispy corn tortilla with shredded chicken, red onion, smoked vegetable sauce, and fresh jalapeños.
Enjoy a taste of Gaucho food from the vast La Pampa, which stretches across Argentina, Uruguay, and Brazil, with the pan-seared skirt steak, served with mashed potatoes, roasted mini onions, and traditional parsley chimichurri. Or the sliced rib-eye topped with authentic chimichurri and served with mushroom ragout and pickled vegetables.
For more Caribbean flavors to match the tropical weather, enjoy the Caribbean beef patties served with a homemade spicy sauce or the rum-sauteed garlic shrimp served with white rice, vegetable jus, and a panameño chili salsa.
You can also sample some of the flavors from beyond Latin America with traditional Tapa favorites like the antipasto tapa made with prosciutto and creamy feta cheese, with a Kalamata olive board and served with homemade rustic bread and sprouts. Try the garlic sauteed octopus served with paired white wine, roasted bell pepper, crushed chili, Kalamata olives, and crispy pita bread.
Finish your meal with a succulent dessert fit for paradise like the tropical-flavored roasted banana served with a rum caramel sauce, homemade vanilla ice cream, and almond crumble, or the smokey, decadent coffee truffles made from a frozen chocolate meringue with coffee sorbet and topped with fine cacao powder.
Chao Pescao is located at Andaz resort, a mere 11-minute, a 3.3-mile drive from our luxury villas in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Live music is offered nightly, and fun tropical drinks are available to pair with your tapas. A kids menu featuring typical kids’ favorites like mac and cheese or a fruit cocktail is also available.
Location: At Andaz Resort / 11 minute drive -3.3 miles- from most of our vacation rentals.
Ostra Restaurant
Offering intimate settings designed to feel like dining at home, Ostra offers a seafood-focused dinner menu full of enticing flavors.
Begin your meal by supporting the local economy with one of Ostra’s oyster dishes. These shellfish are tumble-grown in the Nicoya Gulf in partnership with local communities and the Universidad Nacional de Costa Rica. They are not only delicious, but their growth has also helped hundreds of at-risk families find financial stability.
Sample the fresh oysters served with your choice of sauces à la minute, including coriander and chipotle aioli, citrus reduction and smoked salt, or tomato Creole sauce.
Explore some of Ostra’s finest seafood with the classic Latin American favorite ceviche. This raw-fish cold salad is a favorite up and down the Pacific coast from Central America down through Peru and Chile, both claiming to have invented it.
Try some delicious versions of this traditional dish, including the Frito del mar with crispy sea bass and calamari mixed with red onion, tomato, micro coriander leaves, sweet potato, and ají sauce.
For a spicy kick, order the Caribbean-influenced Huerta caribeña made with grilled heart of palm, green plantain, green mango mixed with tomato and coconut-coriander marinade served with banana chips.
Ostra’s tiradito is a unique dish that makes the most of the local seafood. Initially made by Japanese immigrants to Peru, this dish combines traditional Japanese sashimi and Peruvian spices and flavors to create an unforgettable east-meets-west dish.
For a traditional entree, check out the Corvina with sliced sea bass, Peruvian corn, and tomato relish, mixed with a yellow ají chili sauce and topped with fresh lemon juice. For a more European take on the dish, sample the fresh salmon sashimi slices, dried capers, arugula, red onion, peanut, and coconut drizzled with a lemon sauce.
Ostra has an extensive selection of signature dishes highlighting the abundant natural maritime produce in the Papagayo Peninsula. The Langosta a la Parrilla is a show-stopping dish of grilled spiny lobster tail served with yellow ají chili potato purée.
Ostra offers a unique blend of Costa Rican and European flavors with the Atún Sellado made from a pan-seared yellowfin tuna steak with a toasted peanut and parsley crust.
Satisfy your sweet tooth with Ostra’s dessert menu. The Central American-inspired sweet tacos are made from a 54% chocolate tuile shell wrapped around a raspberry curd, wild berries, and amaranth crumble filling. Taste tropical dessert to match the climate; try the frutas en conserva with a poached blend of pineapple, guava, mango, and strawberry mixed with spiced syrup.
Ostra is the perfect location for an intimate, personal meal of delicious dishes at the end of a beautiful day in paradise. It is located at the Andaz resort, a short 11-minute, 3.3-mile drive from Papagayo Luxury villas in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Book your stay today to enjoy the best of Central America’s abundant seafood.
Location: At Andaz Resort / 11 minute drive -3.3 miles- from most of our vacation rentals.
Andaz Beach House
If you are looking for an authentic laid-back Costa Rican beach vibe, the Andaz Beach House is the place to experience the real Tico vibe with good food, delicious tropical drinks, and beach games for extra fun. Feel free to casually drop by whenever you need a snack, a meal, or a cold drink.
Start your day in this beautiful location with some of Andaz Beach House’s healthy and delicious tropical breakfast fare. Try a Costa Rican twist on the classic PB&J with the Pee Bee Gee, peanut butter and guava jelly sandwich served on whole grain bread.
For a lighter option, sample the Tropical Sunrise bowl full of a range of delicious fresh fruits and melons topped with fragrant mint leaves.
The easy-going vibes and delicious offerings continue throughout the day with Andaz Beach House’s lunch menu. Starters include Costa Rican dishes like the aguachiles made from thin slices of fresh sea bass marinated in a passion fruit dressing.
Sample the Costa Rican ceviche for a local version of the famous Latin American dish. Andaz Beach House makes it from fresh mahi-mahi marinated in a roasted tomato and garlic coulis sauce. The raw fish is mixed with a blend of Nicoya salt, avocado, and cilantro and served with a bag of homemade chips for a contrasting crunch with the soft fish.
For the main dish, sample fresh seafood options like Puerto Viejo. This dish features grilled Caribbean prawns soaked in coconut milk and oyster sauce marinade and served with a malanga confit and sautéed green beans with roasted garlic.
If you are looking for the absolute freshest seafood, order the catch of the day and see what the local fisherman have brought in today. Catches include herb-brushed snapper filets grilled with young carrots and smoked tomatoes.
End your meal with a selection of desserts, including homemade ice cream and sorbet with delicious flavors like chocolate, pineapple, coconut, and mango.
Andaz Beach House is located at the beautiful Playa Nacascolo, just 0.8 miles, or a 3-minute drive, from our luxury villas in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Book your stay now to access the perfect place to have a few drinks or enjoy a meal.
Location: At Andaz Resort / located at Playa Nacascolo, which is about a 3 minute drive and 0.8 miles from most of our villas.
Exclusive Resorts
Poro Poro Restaurant
At Poro Poro, you can expect gourmet food and unmatched ambiance whether you’re dining day or night. Nestled within the shady trees of Exclusive Resorts, the environment offers a delightful mix of open space and privacy. Choose a table overlooking the infinity pool, with views of the sea in the distance, or sit at the Mixology Bar for a uniquely delicious cocktail.
Poro Poro offers a wide-ranging selection of fresh dishes crafted with locally-sourced ingredients. The lunch and dinner selections differ slightly, but both menus focus on creating harmony between local and international cuisine.
To start with, don’t miss the ceviche. Nicolas Devenelle, the acclaimed French chef of Poro Poro, makes each ceviche dish a la minute, using the freshest local filets and citrus. Pick from red snapper with cucumber and wild cilantro, seabass with fresh ginger, smoked grouper, and yellowfin tuna with mango.
Poro Poro’s salads and appetizers are great poolside refreshments. Enjoy a grilled chicken salad or tortilla wrap with fries and baby greens while enjoying the sun. The homemade lobster ravioli with parmesan and truffle is a particular stand-out for dinner. In the evening, Poro Poro adds pastas and risottos to the menu, including vegetarian and pescatarian options.
You’ll find all your favorites from the ocean while dining at Poro Poro, from Mahi-Mahi, to prawns, to lobster tail. The restaurant believes in the importance of pairing a meal with a great sauce, and they recommend asking your server for an informed suggestion. From the land, traditional favorites like grilled sirloin and chicken breast are plentiful, though you may want to try Chef Nicolas’ famous BBQ Back Ribs.
You can sit down to a meal day or night and have an unforgettable experience, but some nights are extra special. Poro Poro hosts events and theme nights all year round. Stop by Wednesdays for BBQ night or spend your Friday evening celebrating Costa Rican night. Both events are poolside and feature live music.
The restaurant is conveniently close to our luxury villas in Guanacaste, Costa Rica, only 1.4 miles or about a 5-minute drive. Staff members are elite and professional, and you can look forward to outstanding customer service throughout your dining experience.
Location: At Exclusive Resorts / 5 minute drive -1.4 miles- from most of our vacation rentals.
Marina Papagayo
The Dive Bar
No reservation, no problem. The Dive Bar at the Marina Papagayo offers casual dining for lunch and dinner with no advance booking required. Just show up, bring the family, and relish the incredible marina views.
Lunch is casual, with menu items inspired by Costa Rican cuisine as well as international favorites like steak and chicken sandwiches. Bocas are great shareables or snacks. Embrace Latin American flavors with favorites like patacones (fried green plantains) and ceviche, enyucados, and carne asadas tacos.
The Dive Bar also serves a range of classic salads, burgers, and fish options for lunch. It also offers pizza, which you can customize with your choice of toppings. The “Captain’s Plates,” its main courses, include chimichurri grilled fish and fish tacos, both made fresh with the Catch of the Day.
The Dive Bar has an indoor-outdoor design that capitalizes on Costa Rica’s warm, breezy weather. If you’re dining in for dinner, bring your camera to capture the marina at its most majestic at sunset.
The evening menu builds on the lunch one, with similar offerings ranging from more traditional Costa Rican cuisine to more international options. There’s also a kids menu where your young ones will be happy to choose from familiar favorites like mac & cheese.
Adult guests will love The Dive Bar’s intriguing list of signature cocktails. Costa Rica is known for its rum, and there’s a reason Dark & Stormy is first on the menu. Prepared with dark rum and artisan ginger beer and topped with fresh lime, this cocktail is popular for its rosemary aroma.
While the Bahia Culebra is on the sweeter side, the Papagayo Exotic requires a more adventurous palate. However, its unusual mix of ingredients (apple nectar, vodka, lime juice, mint perfume) combine to create a uniquely smooth and exotic flavor.
The Dive Bar can be found 3.5 miles, or about a 12-minute drive, from our luxury villas, in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Book today to enjoy the relaxed tropical vibes down by the marina.
Location: At the Marina Papagayo / 12 minute drive -3.5 miles- from most of our vacation rentals.
Dining on the Beach in Guanacaste!
Imagine the waves gently lapping on the shore as you wind down your day with a sunset dinner on the beach. Nothing is better than a meal in the fresh evening air in Papagayo! Let us set up a complete meal for you and your family at Marea or Poro Poro. We will discuss the seasonal menu with you and adjust to your liking.
Hours: Dinner: 5-10pm (must be arranged 24 hours in advance)
Other Restaurant Options
If you would like to get out on the town a bit and explore some of the areas outside of Peninsula Papagayo, there are a options about 30-45 minutes away from our residences. Ginger, Makoko, Matiss, Father Rooster, and Villa Italia are among the favorites in the surrounding areas. Let us know if you would like us to set up a reservation for you or you would like more dining options.
We’ll be glad to help!
