Must-see restaurants in The Road to Chirripó

  • Urban Farm Cafe

    The Road to Chirripó

    With its 'from farm to table' motto, this delightful cafe single-handedly pushes San Isidro's dining scene up a big notch. Breakfast options range from …

  • Garden House Observatory

    The Road to Chirripó

    Come for breakfast or lunch and while away the day, sipping coffee, sampling baked goodies and watching the feathered friends flitting about the grounds…

  • Restaurant Le Tapir

    The Road to Chirripó

    With 270-degree views of the valley, this glass-encased restaurant specializes in homemade pasta, rainbow trout and mouthwatering steaks, all garnished…

  • La Comida Típica Miriam

    The Road to Chirripó

    One of the first places you will pass on the San Gerardo road, this cozy house specializes in comida típica (regional cooking). Eating here is almost like…

  • Antojos de Maíz

    The Road to Chirripó

    For all things corn, stop at this traditional roadside restaurant on your way to or from the mountain. Our favorite here is the chorreada, a traditional…

  • Batsú Gastropub

    The Road to Chirripó

    The tiny village of Canaán is not the type of place you would expect to find a 'gastropub' yet here it is. The menu is eclectic and delicious, featuring…

  • Soda G&A

    The Road to Chirripó

    One of our favorite sodas (lunch counters) in the region, this cute little family-run joint serves up casados (set meals), olla de carne (beef stew) and…

  • La Casa del Marisco

    The Road to Chirripó

    Since this unpretentious seafood spot is usually slammed at lunchtime, it's best to come during off hours for its several daily varieties of ceviche,…

  • Café Kahawa

    The Road to Chirripó

    With alfresco tables sitting above the river, funky skull art and sparkling fish tanks filled with fingerling trout, this atmospheric spot prepares trout…

  • Bazookas

    The Road to Chirripó

    Recognizable by its bubblegum pink signage, this diner caters to hungry travelers with its massive menu. It earns its steakhouse horns with burgers, slaps…

  • Alma de Árbol

    The Road to Chirripó

    This sunny cafe is a perfect stop for lunch or a light dinner, with an eclectic menu highlighting all the local goodness, from fruits to cheeses to…

  • Kafe de la Casa

    The Road to Chirripó

    Set in an old Tico house, this bohemian cafe features eclectic artwork and an odd assortment of furniture, lending a cozy atmosphere. The varied menu has…

  • Farmers Market

    The Road to Chirripó

    The largest feria (fair) in the region, this farmers market starts early Thursday morning and usually winds down by early afternoon on Friday; organic…

  • Restaurante Los Lagos

    The Road to Chirripó

    Set amid gardens, ponds and a splashing fountain, this is the place to catch your own trout and have it seasoned, lightly breaded and then deep-fried for…

  • Restaurante Roca Dura

    The Road to Chirripó

    The most happenin' place in town, right by the soccer field. The standard dishes won't set your tastebuds alight, but the french fries are excellent and…

  • Supermercados Coopeagri

    The Road to Chirripó

    Self-caterers can shop at this large, reasonably well stocked supermarket.