Top Restaurants in San Jose
Province of San Jose, Costa Rica Food Guide: 10 Fusion food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in San Jose
Find out what Fusion restaurants to try in San Jose. Vibrant and packed with Victorian mansions, Costa Rica's rowdy, bustling capital was built on the profits of the coffee trade and working "golden bean" plantations still surround the city. Try freshly roasted local beans at Mercado Central. For shinier gold, visit the Museo del Oro. Many renovated landmarks now house stylish hotels. Usually viewed as a hub, rather than a destination, nightlife is concentrated in Spanish village-inspired El Pueblo. Don't miss the elegant 1897 National Theater.
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10. La Uvita Perdida
Overall Ratings
4 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By ktanzi
We encountered this cozy little nook by chance on a neighborhood festival day. The owners and staff are most welcoming and gregarious. I look forward to a planned visit on a live music night and an opportunity to further experience the Menu. Thank you for your generosity and kindness.
9. El Garaje de Brosed
Overall Ratings
4 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By zzyzxRoadExit
Absolutely fantastic lunch in a unique (at least for me) setting in the backyard of a house. I think the chef can be a star at some point because the meal we had was very well executed. Had the daily special with salmon. Chicken and beef were also options. Two choices with the salmon: octopus or mixed seafood. Went for the mixed, which was a few each of razor clams (so good), green-lipped mussels, normal mussels, littleneck clams, and a bit of octopus over a roasted, quartered potato with seasoning. Could eat this over and over again. Best backyard service every and the chef is very accessible and visited our table a few times.Speaking a bit of Spanish would be helpful but you will still get by. The location is really in a residential neighborhood but our Uber driver found it on a map. Just look for the red grates and garage next to an empty lot. Getting picked up was a bit more of an adventure but managed to work it out.
8. Loopers
Overall Ratings
5 based on 24 reviews
Our menu is inspired by artisanal ingredients, flavors and experiences. In Loopers we know that cooking is an art of great complexity that should be appreciated all senses. We are constantly creating new flavors and combinations. We offer more than 140 di
Reviewed By KaasHolland
Yesterday evening we went for dinner to Bario Escalante. We ended up in Loopers. It looks really cozy from the outside with his blue and yellow colours. The girl behind the bar was very friendly and showed us around a bit. The menu looked good with a variety of food. My friend took the salmon and the ossobuco. And I was craving for tuna. The food was above our expectation. We drank 2 gin tonics which was the promo of the day. We definitely go back later this week.
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7. Saul Bistro Escalante
Overall Ratings
4 based on 150 reviews
Reviewed By dantablanca
The location , environment, service, its real hanging plants , and best of all the service is unique, if you visit, ask for Javier, he is just great at serving and its description of all they can offer.
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6. Valle Azul Restaurante
Overall Ratings
4 based on 175 reviews
We are a 35-year-old landscape restaurant with traditional Italian cuisine and the best view of the central valley . You can enjoy the most beautiful view of San Jose while enjoying the food with our good wine .
Reviewed By joycepk104
The view was just spectacular and the fantastic. We saw the most amazing sunset and the view in the night in the restaurant. Its scenery is very beautiful, the steak is very delicious and the price is reasonable. Highly recommend!
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5. Franco
Overall Ratings
4 based on 63 reviews
Franco is a space that brings together the best of Costa Rican specialty coffee, fresh and healthy food options, and a beautifully designed space to Barrio Escalante, the gastronomical center of San José, Costa Rica. More than just another restaurant, we'
Reviewed By RAN718
Franco is the hip gal you want to just be pretty, but in a blow to your confidence, is actually quite bright too - with a true coffee program and an interesting, well curated menu, it's the friend w whom you'll always be impressed.Off the main drag in BE, Franco is home to a crowd is a mix of well heeled, work-optional 30-somethings, indie freelancers, and casual couples, all here for the thoughtful espresso and tasty treats. If you're in a breakie mood, the gallo pinto and avo tostada should not be missed - was tempted by the salmon sando, poke bowl, and tacos - and I've never met a superfood or quinoa bowl I didn't like. Menu is varied, skews bougie, so perhaps not to take your friend who in CR is still hankering for a Big Mac, but for most others, it will fit the bill. Solid GF options.Most nosh is $4000-6500 colones, price to portion ratio adequate. Overall, I wish it was in my neighb.
4. La 22
Overall Ratings
4 based on 72 reviews
We are a restaurant that elaborates it´s dishes with the freshest ingredients possible. Our focus is to offer healthy and high quality food to the consumer. We buy our produce from local organic farms to ensure this. Our menú is a blackboard that is chang
Reviewed By MRodriguezcr
Good restaurant, the quality of the food its top, the menu, usually presents different options.The service its good and the price its accordly to the quality received. Hope they could get the permit to offer liquors, because many of their plates would taste great with wine.
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3. Al Mercat
Overall Ratings
4 based on 116 reviews
Reviewed By Sheila S
This restaurant is not large but the food is so good. I started with a Yucca Ceviche, which was delicious. I was with a large group and I believe we tried every starter. No one was disappointed. The avocado toast was VERY popular. The entrees were all delicious and even though there were 16 of us, we were relatively quickly served. The kitchen is small but mighty! The desserts were delicious. I was very impressed with this restaurant. I know I would not have found it without our guide but am very happy we did!
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2. Arbol de Seda
Overall Ratings
4 based on 159 reviews
Reviewed By DayZ0212
We absolutely love this place... the food is amazing... Staff super nice and the chef is the owner so all is made with so much love and dedication. We will return soon and try out the rest of the menu. Deserts are also delicious.Thank you Day for your kind review! We hope to see you back soon.Our best regards!Chef Lalay
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1. Cafe Rojo
Overall Ratings
4 based on 351 reviews
Cafe Rojo offers a lunch special and a vegan/vegetarian option every day. We use seasonal produce from the local farmer's markets in our vietnamese inspired dishes. Simple food made with care and imagination. Located in a victorian old Barrio Amon house,
Reviewed By AMANDINEMERC
This is a charming and cosy restaurant offering great food. The owners/staff offer such a warm welcome.The staff speak excellent English and are happy to describe the dishes. We had about dıfferent dishes: The food melts in your mouth. We would strongly recommend this place and would love to come back.
