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Jaguar Negro, Rafael, Escazú

Jaguar Negro

4.6 (1107)
$30 and under
Mexican
Casa7bancas, Calle Real San, Rafael, Escazú 00000

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
The experience begins as you step through the doors of Jaguar Negro, transporting you to a Mexican tropical oasis imbued with relaxed vibes and casual elegance.
You first encounter a secret garden surrounded by water and native Mexican plants, setting the stage for a sonic, sensory, and visual journey that takes you to Mexico without leaving Costa Rica.
Our menu is inspired by cantina cuisine, traditional dishes, and ancestral techniques that enrich every preparation. Everything is enjoyed around a table designed for sharing

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Meat, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Sat, Sun 8:00 am–12:00 pm Lunch Mon–Wed 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu, Fri 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 12:30 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Formal Attire
  • Executive chef
    Rodrigo Montesinos
  • Private party facilities
    It is an honor for us to be part of this special moment.At Jaguar Negro, we are committed to providing you with an exceptional experience, tailored to your needs and expectations. Please contact our customer service department; we will be delighted to assist you.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    San José
  • Parking details
    Guarded Parking Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • HAPPY HOUR

    $5.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    SALUD! Ven a probar el NUEVO Cantina HAPPY HOUR - Tragos, botanas y tequila - Lunes a Viernes de 4:00PM a 6:30PM en la Cantina Jaguar y nuestro Cantina Garden
    HAPPY HOUR Photo
  • BRUNCH

    $12.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Disfruta de la comida más importante del día con el sabor único de Jaguar Negr0! Nuestro menú de brunch está disponible los Sábados y Domingos a partir de las 8am.
    BRUNCH Photo
  • TAQUERIA

    $19.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    NUEVO MENU DE TAQUERIA en Jaguar Negro - Tacos -Enchiladas - Costras - Sopas - Ensaladas - Al mejor estilo Jaguar Disponible de Lunes a Viernes de 12:00MD a 4:00PM
    TAQUERIA Photo

What 1,107 people are saying

Jaguar Negro reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Costa Rica

    Best Overall

  • Costa Rica

    Best Food

  • Costa Rica

    Best Ambiance

  • Costa Rica

    Best Value

  • Costa Rica

    Great for brunch

  • Costa Rica

    Good for groups

  • Costa Rica

    Hot spot

  • Costa Rica

    Neighborhood gem

  • Costa Rica

    Great for fine wines

  • Costa Rica

    Most Booked

  • San José

    Best Overall

  • San José

    Best Food

  • San José

    Best Service

  • San José

    Best Ambiance

  • San José

    Best Value

  • San José

    Innovative

  • San José

    Good for groups

  • San José

    Hot spot

  • San José

    Neighborhood gem

  • San José

    Great for fine wines

  • San José

    Romantic

  • San José

    Lively

  • San José

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Jaguar Negro offers a "great ambiance" with a "trendy and bohemian atmosphere." The "creative Mexican food" is a standout, with dishes like "octopus tostada" and "amazing lamb chops." Service is "fantastic" with special mentions for servers like Jose. It's a "must-visit" in San Jose for both food and experience.
1,107 Reviews
  1. Blazin

    Costa Rica1 review

    1.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    El ambiente es acogedor y la iluminación cálida lo hace más intimo.

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  2. Carlos

    Costa Rica1 review

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Nuestra experiencia fue bastante buena. La combinación de comida, servicio y lugar….muy buena también. Se pasa un momento agradable.

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  3. Eduardo

    Costa Rica1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Todo excelente, comida y servicio ………………………………………….

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  4. Matthew

    New Orleans / Louisiana7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best restaurant in San Jose. Never miss it when in town.

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  5. Carol

    Unspecified1 review

    1.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    No fue lo que esperaba . La comida estuvo bien, pero el servicio regular. Sin duda no es un lugar que visitaría nuevamente.

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  6. Diana

    San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Súper lindo y rico! Servicio muy atento y rápido.

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  7. Patrick VIP

    Toronto / Ontario29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent creative Mexican food! Not Tex mex! Beautiful space

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  8. Patrick

    Costa Rica2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ya había ido una vez a cenar y fue excelente, esta última vez fui a desayunar y no decepcionó para nada, los platillos deliciosos, la atención excelente y tenían un música en vivo pero para nada ruidosa, entonces sintonizaba bien con el ambiente y la mañana. Tengo que seguir yendo.

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  9. Cristina

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Jose was an amazing server! Thank you to the entire staff. Best watermelon Margarita!

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  10. Leonor

    Monterrey4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything delicious and excellent, great ambiance

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FAQs

Jaguar Negro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 8858 2222.

Jaguar Negro is rated 4.6 stars by 1107 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Jaguar Negro

Casa7bancas, Calle Real San, Rafael, Escazú 00000

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    San José
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Sat, Sun 8:00 am–12:00 pm Lunch Mon–Wed 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu, Fri 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 12:30 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Meat, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Formal Attire
  • Parking details
    Guarded Parking Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Rodrigo Montesinos
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    It is an honor for us to be part of this special moment.At Jaguar Negro, we are committed to providing you with an exceptional experience, tailored to your needs and expectations. Please contact our customer service department; we will be delighted to assist you.
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