Tamarindo

Lonely PlanetAug 18

What to eat and drink in Costa Rica

From seafood to tropical fruit and everything in between – here

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Tamarindo Farmer's MarketMarketBuy fresh guanabana here.
Elsewhere
Mercado CentralMarketSan José, Costa RicaGallo pinto served here.
Plaza FeriasMarketAlajuela, Costa RicaFarmers market in a mango-growing area.
Soda El PattyRestaurantPuerto Limón, Costa RicaRustic restaurant famous for its patí.
Taylor's Dine & GrillRestaurantPuerto Limón, Costa RicaServes patí and other Caribbean dishes.
CocomanRestaurantTortuguero, Costa RicaGreat place to grab a beef patí.
Sheriff RusticRestaurantSámara, Costa RicaBeachside view for gallo pinto.
Soda TapiaRestaurantSan José, Costa RicaServing traditional dishes since 1965.
Soda KaweRestaurantCahuita, Costa RicaReasonably priced gallo pinto and casado.
Papaya RestaurantRestaurantPlaya Chuquita, Costa RicaOffers beautifully presented gallo pinto.
Santuario EcológicoPlaceMonteverde, Costa RicaOffers hands-on cooking classes.
Maxi's By RickyRestaurantSan José, Costa RicaDoes a great rondón soup.
Alma de AmónCaféSan José, Costa RicaSells meat- and fish-free rondón vegano.
Lizzie 1879RestaurantPuerto Limón, Costa RicaSample rondón on the Caribbean coast.
SelvinRestaurantPunta Uva, Costa RicaTop restaurant since 1982.
Café LiberiaCaféLiberia, Costa RicaEsteemed for its fresh ceviche.
Restaurante OrquideasRestaurantParaíso, Costa RicaServes excellent ceviche and shrimp.
SAGE @ Playa 506RestaurantPlaya Cocles, Costa RicaCoastal location for mahi-mahi ceviche.
Mr Maxi’s RestaurantRestaurantManzanillo, Costa RicaEnjoy ceviche with a Caribbean view.
La VentanitaRestaurantEl Castillo, Costa RicaSells the best chifrijo for miles.
El Social SabanaRestaurantSan José, Costa RicaEnjoy quality chifrijo and a relaxed vibe.
Casona de LalyRestaurantEscazú, Costa RicaSan José favorite; order chifrijo.
Museo de InsectosMuseumSan José, Costa RicaServes mealworms and crickets.
Fiesta del MaízRestaurantCosta RicaFestival of Corn.
Feria Nacional de PejibayeFestivalCosta RicaNational Peach Palm Market.

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Lonely PlanetAug 16

Costa Rica's Best Surf Spots

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Playa TamarindoSightTwo-kilometer beachfront with six named surf breaks.
Iguana SurfPlaceOrganizes starter surf lessons right beside the beach.
Elsewhere
Playa Santa TeresaSightSanta Teresa, Costa RicaTwo miles of beach break offering solid intermediate surf.
Zeneidas Surf GardenHotelSanta Teresa, Costa RicaOffers surf packages and early morning water access.
Playa HermosaSightHermosa, Costa RicaNearby beach with easier waves for beginners.
Playa DominicalSightDominical, Costa RicaFamous for powerful waves near the river mouth.
Fuego Brewing CompanyRestaurantDominical, Costa RicaPours crisp hefeweizens and pilsners made with natural spring water.
Playa DominicalitoSightDominical, Costa RicaOne bay south, with smaller, easier waves for beginners.
Roca BrujaSightSanta Rosa, Costa RicaIconic remote break with rifle-barrel A-frames.
Santa Rosa National ParkSightSanta Rosa, Costa RicaNational reserve where Witch's Rock is located.
Witch's Rock Surf CampPlaceSanta Rosa, Costa RicaOffers advanced surf tour packages, sometimes including boat trips.
Bowie's PointRestaurantJaco, Costa RicaLocal legend with a resident pet pig and sunset view.
Playa EsterillosSightEsterillos, Costa RicaUndeveloped surf spot with reefs and A-frame waves.
Brett's BoardsPlaceEsterillos, Costa RicaOffers surf lessons and gear rentals.
Playa GuionesSightNosara, Costa RicaBeach with a shallow shelf for learners and bigger waves.
The NomadicHotelNosara, Costa RicaDiscover The Nomadic Hotel in Nosara, Costa Rica – a tranquil haven for travelers seeking adventure and relaxation.
The Gilded IguanaHotelNosara, Costa Rica

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