Restaurants in Escazú
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La Casona de Laly
At the heart of Escazú Centro, this much-loved restaurant-tavern specializes in country-style Tico fare. Locals and expats alike pack the joint for cheap, lip-smacking bocas, ice-cold beers and a soundtrack of merengue accompanied by the cackling of the owner’s pet birds, who inhabit the cages that line the entire west wall of the restaurant. Be sure to try the dados de queso (fried cheese cubes) – they are the best.
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Tiquicia
This long-running hilltop Tico restaurant serves up bounteous platters, in addition to live folk music on weekends. Without a doubt, it’s a tourist trap – an expensive one – but you’re not here to eat, you’re here to admire the extravagant views of the Central Valley. The restaurant is 5km south of Escazú Centro on a paved road. It’s tricky to find; call for directions or check the website for a map.
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Los Anonos BBQ
On the road between San José and Escazú is this meat-centric place, which has been in continuous operation since the early ’60s. It’s a rustic family spot, with wood tables and historic photos of Costa Rica – and if you’ve got a hankering for a good steak, this would be the place to dip into USDA-approved cuts. Credit cards accepted.
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Inka Grill
The San José outpost of this venerable international chain serves all the Peruvian classics, including ceviche (marinated seafood), stuffed potatoes and an exceptionally well-made ají de gallina (walnut-chicken stew). Don’t miss the pisco sours (grape-brandy cocktails). There is also a children’s menu.
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Soda Río de Janeiro
Located southeast of the Iglesia Escazú, this charismatic little soda decked out with bright-red tablecloths is frequently full. Typical Tico fare includes pork chops, chicken or fish accompanied by big jars of spicy, pickled vegetables. There’s a tiny aquarium of angelfish that you can watch while you wait for a seat.
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Restaurante Cerutti
This pricey restaurant, south of Carretera JF Kennedy in San Rafael, delivers predictably top-notch Italian specialties, including fresh seafood and house-made pastas. The ravioli stuffed with ricotta and mushrooms is a local favorite, and you can’t go wrong with the long list of delicious risottos. Credit cards accepted.
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Buena Tierra
A cute and friendly organic cafe and cafeteria in Escazú Centro, south of the Iglesia Escazú, has an outdoor balcony with wonderful views of the town center. It’s a great spot to sip herbal tea and eat cake.
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Soda Pintico
This cheap and charming soda located on the 2nd floor of the Escazú Centro Commercial Plaza is tiny but the casado portions are just right. There is no menu to speak of; ask what’s cooking.
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Rice ‘n’ Smile
This contemporary new spot in the Atlantis Plaza shopping center serves a rotating selection of more than 30 scrumptious flavors of rice pudding. Dulce de leche (caramel) is a sticky-sweet favorite.
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Perro Loco
If you’ve been boozing it up, this greasy spoon is what you need. ‘Crazy Dog’ serves eight internationally themed hot dogs. Our favorite: the Chihuahua dog, loaded with fresh guacamole.
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La Esquina Argentina
This popular roadside stand sells piping-hot empanadas, smoked meats and tasty mashed potatoes. The outdoor patio is a good spot to linger over a cup of coffee.
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Panadería y Repostería
This bright-red corner bakery is a great spot to pick up fresh bread, cookies and doughnuts.
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La Luz
Tucked into the bottom floor of the Alta Hotel, this elegant dining spot has lovely valley views and a Costa Rican fusion menu featuring more than half a dozen lobster specialsdaily. Favorites include dishes such as camarones flamboyán (shrimp flambéed in tequila) and grilled beef tenderloins bathed in a sauce made of local strawberries. Credit cards accepted.
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