Diners' Choice: Great for scenic views restaurants in Costa Rica

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Restaurante Chirriboca

4.9

4.9 (52)

$31 to $50

International

Nosara

About the restaurant

PANORAMIC RESTAURANT

Immerse yourself in an unparalleled dining experience at Restaurante Chirriboca, where elegance meets nature. Perched with a breathtaking panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean and the Nosara Biological Reserve, our guests are treated to stunning vistas of Playa Nosara, Playa Ostional, Rio Nosara, and Rio Montaña. Indulge in our global classics infused with local flavors, offering fresh, delicious, and gluten-friendly options. Enjoy a warm ambiance and exceptional service that ensures a memorable dining experience. Join us and savor the beauty of nature with every bite.

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Kate

Dined on May 16, 2025

The kids and I had a lovely dining experience! Make sure to request a seat outside closest to the sunset view. The waiter was kind and helpful and took us right to our seats (which turned out to be the best in the house) and let us take our time as the sunset rolled in and the sky exploded with color. Food was delicious! I had the ribeye which was perfectly cooked and the kids had the pasta. They do have a kids menu and mocktails for the little ones too. Just taking in the view was more than enough entertainment for us. If visiting the the lodge don’t forget to look to the right to see a “monkey bridge” on your drive up the hill right before you turn into the lodge… we had the pleasure of seeing a Mama and her new baby swinging across the ropes as we passed. For reference we arrived a little before 5pm to get the best seats, reservation was at 5pm, sunset was at 5:50pm and the colors exploded for the half hour after it set. We got dessert and stayed until after dark. The gentleman at the front desk was kind enough to call us a Tuk Tuk to get back to our hotel in town.

Latitud 10 Norte

4.9

4.9 (10)

$31 to $50

International

Cabo Velas

About the restaurant

A TRUE GASTRONOMIC JOURNEY
Located at W Costa Rica - Reserva Conchal, Latitud 10°Norte will take you on a fine dining discovery of new flavors. Costa Rica and Thailand share its latitude and that is the inspiration for this elevated gastronomic experience. Come and experience how our Chef seamlessly fuses exotic Asian flavors with Costa Rica's tropical charm.

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SatishVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Great place to enjoy asian food with a touch of Costa Rica

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Takeover by Chef Diego Mollenhauer and Limantour

Sentido Norte

4.8

4.8 (511)

$50 and over

International

Brasilito / Playa Flamingo

About the restaurant

Sentido Norte, a Relais & Châteaux restaurant and bar at Casa Chameleon Las Catalinas, proudly offers the best of Coastal Costa Rican cuisine. All food & drink is inspired by the country’s bountiful abundance, combining uniquely local and native ingredients in the glass and on the plate.

Dining in Sentido Norte is like dining in a local friend’s gourmet kitchen. Everything is accounted for, every request can be met, and every–from dish to drink–is delicious.

We strive to create a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all our guests. To maintain this environment, we kindly ask that you refrain from bringing your own beverages, food, or outside drinks. Our restaurants are completely smoke-free, pet-free, and we welcome children aged 10 and above. Please note that we reserve the right to decline service to any party upon arrival if necessary. Thank you for your understanding.

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Amy

Dined 7 days ago

Always a special night out. Even with a rainy sunset the views are always amazing and the food and drink delicious.

Huacas Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (113)

$30 and under

Contemporary Latin

Nosara

About the restaurant

Huacas Restaurant at Tierra Magnifica is an elegant open air restaurant for guests 15 and older, with the best view in Nosara, offering creative dishes and mixology crafted with ingredients from the surrounding community, the real flavors of Costa Rica.

We want you to taste the Earth and Ocean with every meal we prepare for you.

*All dietary restrictions and desires are happily accommodated. (Vegan, Keto, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Dairy-free, etc).

Open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner every day of the week.

15-year-old and above age policy.

No pets allowed.

PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU ARE RESERVING A TABLE AT HUACAS RESTAURANT, LOCATED IN TIERRA MAGNIFICA BOUTIQUE HOTEL, UP THE HILL IN LAS HUACAS, OVERLOOKING PLAYA GUIONES.

OUR BEACH RESTAURANT HUACAS CANTINA AT THE BEACH BREAK SURF CLUB AND HOTEL, IS LOCATED IN THE HEART OF PLAYA GUIONES. HUACAS CANTINA IS A CASUAL BEACH BAR AND RESTAURANT AND DOES NOT ACCEPT RESERVATIONS.

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Lauren

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

It has a gorgeous view and property. The service is awesome. They have small portions. As a vegetarian, I did not like the cabbage rolls. They were the only vegetarian main dish unfortunately. Drinks were delicious thankfully!

La Cava Alta Fiori

4.7

4.7 (95)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Escazu

About the restaurant

La Cava Alta Fiori,antiguo Monasterio Le Monastère, un restaurante moderno, con una vista espectacular a todo el Valle Central, cuya esencia es la gastronomía mediterránea.
Su apuesta culinaria integra la cocina gourmet de Francia, Italia y España traída a nuestro país con una variedad de ingredientes propios que se mezclan en cada platillo, entre ellos, culantro coyote, jengibre, chile, rábano fresco, pejibaye, y otros importados para lograr una explosión de sabor en el paladar; la oferta gastronómica también incluye variedad de carnes, en nuestros platos fuertes; así como diversidad de tapas, entradas frías y calientes.
Cordero Cuatro estaciones, el Fideuá Mar y Tierra, con mejillones, camarones y trozos de res grillados y cortes de res, filetes tan exclusivos como el Tomahawk, el Rib eye de la mas alta calidad, acompañado de una amplia variedad de vinos y cocteles.

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Ronald

Dined on Jun 1, 2025

The view, ambience, service and food are excellent.

Azotea Calle 7

4.6

4.6 (388)

$30 and under

Dining Bar

San José

About the restaurant

The rooftop of Hotel Presidente is home to Azotea Calle 7, a perfect shelter from the busy –and sometimes chaotic– heart of San José. You can enter through Calle 7, between Avenida Central and Avenida Segunda, either by climbing the red spiral staircase that takes you right into the red-brick terrace, surrounded by colorful veraneras (bougainvillea plants), palm, jicaro, orange and lime trees whose fruits might end up in your cocktail.

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José Joaquín

Dined on Jun 15, 2025

Amazing place, outstanding food and service from the staff. Great value for the price

The Beach House Bar & Restaurant - Potrero

4.4

4.4 (102)

$30 and under

American

Potrero

About the restaurant

Formerly a private residence, The Beach House has been transformed into a quaint restaurant and bar, renown for its fresh Seafood and equally excellent American fare. Located directly on Playa Potrero, The Beach House offers awesome daytime and nighttime views of the Pacific Ocean, interrupted only by some of the most spectacular sunsets the area has to offer!

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JenVIP

Dined on Apr 29, 2025

Great spot with great views. Happy hour drinks, fish of the day and burrito bowl were prepared just right and good prices. Our server was friendly and we enjoyed talking with him. We’ll be back

Rio Bhongo Restaurant

4.4

4.4 (61)

$30 and under

International

Marina Papagayo

About the restaurant

At the center of the resort adjacent to the main pools with breathtaking views of Culebra Bay, Rio Bhongo offers the comforts of home infused with Costa Rican culture. Don't miss our expert barista and our extensive coffee program. Dinner offers a selection of grilled meats and fresh fish. The terrace provides a beautiful setting underneath a 40 year old Higueron tree, beautifully lit and magical at night. This restaurant is ideal for large parties or multiple families who wish to dine together.

Dining Visitors to Peninsula Papagayo
If you are not a homeowner or guest staying at one of the resorts or homes within Peninsula Papagayo, please contact Guest Services at gscenter.papagayo@andaz.com to advise the date and time of your reservation, so we may coordinate your entry into Peninsula Papagayo with the security teams. Visitors are only permitted with confirmed dining reservations and advance notice to security. You may be required to show a copy of your dining confirmation.

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Sara

Dined on May 23, 2025

Everyone very nice and the food is great. We are at andaz resort and eat it almost every day and they are the best

Feroz Restaurante

4.4

4.4 (81)

$31 to $50

Fine cuts

Escazu

About the restaurant

¡EL buen comer y el buen beber inician en Feroz!
Restaurante ubicado en San Antonio de Escazú, San Jose, Costa Rica, rodeado de naturaleza y vegetación.

Nuestra cocina esta elaborada con los productos más frescos y de mejor calidad con le concepto Farm to Table, nuestro menú está basado en la cocina grill con los mejores cortes de carne del país

Nuestros sabores son audaces y nuestros cocteles son elaborados con los frutos y hierbas de sabores únicos que te transportarán a una experiencia feroz.

Contamos con fire pit que transforman tardes frías en cálidas, desayunos familiares y cenas románticas junto con el mejor servicio, generando una experiencia gastronómica inigualable que despertará tus sentidos ferozmente.

¡Te invitamos donde la pasión por la comida se vive de forma intensa y feroz!

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Ellen

Dined on May 16, 2025

Charming decor. Great food. Attentive service. Yummy cocktails.

Malu at El Mangroove

4.4

4.4 (21)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Marina Papagayo

About the restaurant

Among our restaurants, you will find Malu. It is the perfect place to eat during your stay in Guanacaste

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Kimberly

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

Definitely recommend for dinner. Our server, Stacy, was amazing. The food was good other than the squid. It was overcooked and deep friend but other than that everything was exceptional.

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