San José Entertainment

Bar Chavelona

#15 of 159 things to do in San José

#2 of 80 bar entertainment in Central America

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  • Address
    • Av 10 btwn Calles 10 & 12
  • Phone
    • 2221-6094
  • Hours
    • 5pm-5am

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Lonely Planet review for Bar Chavelona

Nestled amid a row of auto body shops on the west side of town (in other words: take a taxi), this renowned bar, which dates back to 1927, was the spot where Costa Rican author Carlos Luis Fallas (1909–66) once enjoyed happy hour in the company of the local intelligentsia. The bohemian atmosphere is long gone – replaced by an ’80s decor that screams Duran Duran – but it remains a pleasant Tico spot for beer and bocas (savory bar snacks).

 

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