San Miguel To Los ChilesThings to do

Things to do in San Miguel To Los Chiles

  1. Soda La Macha

    You don’t exactly get a menu at this fine soda, on the main road across from the bus stop. Everything here is cooked using a wood-fired oven. Just request your casado (set meal) or gallo (tortilla sandwich) preferences and they’ll be made on the spot.

    reviewed

  2. Soda Norma

    With outdoor tables overlooking the park, this is a seriously top-notch soda, serving some of the most beautiful casados (with all the trimmings) you’ve ever seen.

    reviewed

  3. Soda La Palmera

    Right at the entrance to the refuge, this pleasant soda serves Tico standards and fresh fish, including your personal catch of the day. The staff can also arrange local guides for fishing and naturalist trips (US$45, two hours, up to three people). Advance reservations are recommended in the high season.

    reviewed

  4. Soda La Macha

    You don’t exactly get a menu at this fine soda, on the main road across from the bus stop. Everything here is cooked using a wood-fired oven. Just request your casado (set meal) or gallo (tortilla sandwich) preferences and they’ll be made on the spot.

    reviewed

  5. Soda Juanita

    Right next to the dock, this cheery, bright-green soda serves up tasty casados, the usual deep-fried fast foods, batidos (fruit shakes) and coffee. Seating at the counter or at one of the thatch-shaded tables makes a sweet spot to watch the world go by and await your boat to Nicaragua.

    reviewed

  6. Restaurante El Parque

    This popular spot facing the plaza has some of the best eats in town, and it’s open early if you’re looking to get your coffee fix before setting out on the river.

    There’s a Palí two blocks north of the bus stop, and the local Almacén de Los Chiles on the west side of the soccer field to meet all of your grocery and bakery needs.

    reviewed

  7. Restaurant Buena Vista

    This breezy spot serves a good mix of typical Chinese food. It’s also aptly named (Good View) as the river views are wonderful, although customer service leaves much to be desired.

    reviewed

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  9. Rancho Don Horacio

    Right off the plaza, and far more atmospheric, is this romantic restaurant with red tablecloths, mood lighting and a nice bar. The specialty is steak, and chances are it was born, raised and slaughtered right here in Upala.

    reviewed

  10. El Caiman Bar & Restaurante

    At the bridge over the Río Frío just outside the village is this pleasant riverside eatery run by Canoa Aventura, a tour operator based in La Fortuna. Sit among the bamboo groves and feast on fresh sea bass or tilapia while you watch the caimans drift idly by, or rent a canoe and paddle into their territory.

    reviewed