Top Restaurants in Dominical
Top Things to do in Dominical
Where to eat Central American food in Dominical: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Reviews on Central American food in Dominical, Province of Puntarenas, Costa Rica. Surf, dive, snorkel, beach comb, horseback ride, bicycle, or relax in a hammock in Dominical. Take a stress-relieving yoga class at Bamboo YogaPlay. Enjoy beach restaurants serving up everything from East Indian curries and Italian pastas and pizzas to local gallo pinto and shots of anise-infused sugarcane liquor. Savor lonely beaches populated by pelicans, frigate birds, brown boobies, and hardy surfers here for the waves and good beachfront food at reasonable prices. When you’ve caught up on your sleep and feel relaxed, take the family on a hike to the double-cascade waterfall at Nauyaca. Perhaps the family would be up for a horseback gallop on the beach, or a trot to a smaller waterfall like Pazo Azul, whose plunge pool is popular with local kids. There is always boogie boarding at Playa Dominicalito. Or beachcombing and dolphin-watching at Playa Dominical. Guided bird-watching, and mangrove estuary and rainforest tours are always educational. Charter a fishing boat. Catch and release big sailfish like marlin in the deep sea, or keep some tasty dinner fish like red snapper, yellowfin tuna, snook, wahoo, and dorado. In Marino Bellena National Park, humpback whales migrate south towards Dominical to escape the Arctic cold. December to April is the humpback whale mating season in Ballena (Whale) Marine National Park. May to November is the nesting season, when Olive Ridley and Hawksbill turtles do their nocturnal egg-laying on the beaches. Low tide beach combing walks can take you out to Punta Uvita Tombolo island. Snorkel, dive, and explore mangrove habitats. Or just sit with the family on the gold and white sands watching green marine iguanas sunbathe between dives into the rocks and corals to feed on marine algae.
Things to do in Dominical
10. Villas Alturas
Overall Ratings
4 based on 59 reviews
Reviewed By SusieQ101
We stopped for lunch following our tour of the Wildlife Sanctuary. It has a spectacular view and the food was very tasty too. Staff were friendly....a bit more expensive than other places we had eaten but it was worth it!!! Be sure to check it out!
9. Bar y Restaurante El Coco
Overall Ratings
4 based on 153 reviews
Reviewed By lua8050
We have been there 3 or 4 times. All the times the food and service was decent, nothing espectacular, but we liked mostly because of the location. The first time we were served by an adult guy, who looked and act like the owner. He acted very nice, but at the end, when we got the bill, we just received a handwritten paper with the total amount. We mentally calculated and it seemed wrong, so we went to the cashier and ask for the details. On other handwritten bill (the one that the server/owner writes himself and give to the cashier) it was written down some items that we didn't order at all. We clarified the misunderstanding (which sometimes can happen, you know), and the owner dissapeared, not apologies, but that's fine, it was 50% chance that it was a mistake. So we decided to go back a 2nd time, asking again for the bill at the end, little "mistakes" again, like changing the prices from the menu. The third and LAST time we were also charged like 4 times for the drink that only 1 person ordered. Every drink had added extra colones on the price (more than showed in the menu). The cashier (a mature lady who didn't act very nicely) quickly calculated the new total and gave us the total, but we calculated ourselves and the total was wrong again, of course over charging. This time we definetely left with the feeling of being ripped off. I hate dishonest people, and no matter if you food or service is good, if you are trying to rip your customers off, that is NOT CORRECT. Also, not giving proper invoices is illegal. I didn't mind that the food was overall, or even if the server didn't check on us. What really matter for me is the HONESTY, for locals, for tourists, just be fair and honest on your bussiness and you will have success. Otherwise, keep stealing from your customers who TRUST YOU, when you give them the total amount handwritten. Every dollar or colon you are stealing from your customers, actually you are stealing to yourself. And this is for all, for the owner (s), cashier and servers, because they were all involved on these dodgy/tricky transactions during all the 3 times we went there. Hoping you get honest, starting paying your taxes, giving receipts to your customers, so they can check that everything is correct, and RESPECT THE BUSSINESS. For people like you, the customers start to be distrustful. Ps. I can see that this restaurant also have very bad reviews from last year regarding the same issue (overcharging), and I'm not surprised.Buenas Noches! Gracias por su opinión! Queremos comentarte que ya tomamos cartas al asunto, ya que entramos al sistema de factura electrónica, con respecto al dueño, que soy yo quiero decirte que no estuve presente, y no tuve el placer de conocerla, pero si gustas me das tu correo electrónico, para poder proceder y hacer devolución del dinero cobrado de más. Mi correo es [email protected], si tienes la factura a mano agradezco que le tomes una foto y me la envÃes. Tienes toda la razón en que no se trata de cobrar de más, de hecho tuve que tomar cartas al asunto por que no estaba enterado! De nuevo mil disculpas, y si vuelves garantizo como dueño que esto no volverá a suceder! Buenas Noches!
8. Tiki Bar Restaurante Dominical
Overall Ratings
4 based on 38 reviews
Popular bar and restaurant in Dominical with a convenient location off of the main coastal highway. Great place to enjoy a delicious meal at an affordable price. Wide variety on the menu from wings, burgers, pasta to healthy vegetarian, there is a little
Reviewed By 294alyser
This little place is right off the highway from Dominical. You will be greeted with Geovanny's smiling face and cold beer. The food is always great, the atmosphere is always fun. This is our favorite place to eat in Dominical. Don't miss it. Thank you Alyse always welcome.
7. El Rancho
Overall Ratings
4 based on 86 reviews
El Rancho restaurant & bar at Hotel Villas Rio Mar offers a great selection of international dishes and local specialties. We are known for having excellent steaks! Enjoy the quality food with a good glass of wine; the wine list is quite extensive and con
Reviewed By Brilyss2
Serving staff attentive. Gave great descriptions of food and drinks. Allowed us to make food substitutions in their dishes. Very tasty meals. We had 3 different Tuna medallion dishes prepared 3 different ways- all delicious and quite different. Serving sizes were large, veggies served with meals were flavourful cooked just right, not soggy. Hello Briyss,Thank you very much for your review, we are very happy that you enjoyed our menu and we fulfilled your expectations of quality and good service, always hoping to be able to count on your visit again.Atte, Restaurante el Rancho!
6. Tortilla Flats
Overall Ratings
4 based on 873 reviews
Reviewed By cortneyb620
We visited Tortilla Flats on our second day. I literally fell in love with the atmosphere, the view, and the PASSION FRUIT BASIL MARGARITA. I am not a fruity or sweet drink person, but this was amazing! So amazing I returned nearly daily for another, haha. We tried a couple of the appetizers and one lunch while there as well and really liked the food. We prefer to sit at the bar and banter with the friendly bartenders. The seats are also higher for a better view of Dominical Beach. There are local vendors set up close by and tourists passing. It's a great place for people watching and just relaxing for a bit.
5. PorQueNo?
Overall Ratings
4 based on 894 reviews
Within the Costa-Paraiso boutique hotel, just two km South of Dominical, Por Que No is one of the region's best dining experiences, with an ocean view. With 'tasty treats & funky beats', Por Que No is known for our great dinner specials, delicious wood-fi
Reviewed By Michele T
We spent 10 days in the Uvita area and this was our favorite restaurant. The dishes are unique and incredibly flavorful, the staff is delightful, the music is fun and overall it was a great experience. And we went in the rain so we didn't even have the incredible view, which can only enhance that experience!Thank you for your visit.We love that you enjoy our dishes, we hope you can visit us on a sunny day and enjoy the best views.See you soon
4. Cafe Ensuenos
Overall Ratings
4 based on 174 reviews
The best coffee grown and managed by a WOMEN! In a place where you usually only find instant coffee, a nice cup of coffee with breakfast or lunch or a hearty, healthy and delicious smoothie... any combo of fruit for the same price!!! Worth every penny!! L
Reviewed By Tara G
After a morning of surfing we asked for a recommendation for a good lunch spot serving local fair. This place did not let us down! We were a group of 13, including 6 kids. They had a great menu, lots of options, and it's a family run restaurant. Nice vibe. The staff were very warm and friendly and the food was great! The place is known for their smoothies and for good reason. The mango smoothie in particular is off the hook and I highly recommend. Many of us tried the "rice with" dishes, including shrimp, squid, seafood mix. All were tasty and a hearty portions.
3. Fuego Brew Co.
Overall Ratings
4 based on 588 reviews
Fuego Brew Co. Is located where the Jungle meets the Beach! We make our craft beer from a natural spring with many exotic fruits! All our cuisine is sourced locally and prepared by passion! We have a array of cocktails, wine and alternative drink option a
Reviewed By sloanp348
Exceptional food, great views and Fabiola gave us outstanding service. We will most definitely recommend this place and come back! PURA VIDA
Top 7 South American food in Dominical, Province of Puntarenas, Costa Rica
2. Cafe Mono Congo
Overall Ratings
4 based on 859 reviews
We serve espresso, tea, cold-pressed juices, smoothies & vegetarian bites for breakfast, lunch or dinner along with craft beers, ciders and wine. Some tasty, healthy treats...that are quick to grab and go. If you are not in a rush, stay a while and chill
Reviewed By V8494BLsimonr
This is the first place we stumbled upon when looking for something to eat for lunch. The burritos and salads were fresh and delicious. Service was good too and the whole place had a really laid back vibe, with mainly North Americans. It's positioned right on the Baru river and made for a nice setting. Thanks very much for the great review. We really appreciate it. Hoping to see you back again soon!
Best Costa Rican food near Dominical, Province of Puntarenas, Costa Rica
1. El Pescado Loco
Overall Ratings
4 based on 510 reviews
El Pescado Loco provides Dominical with a fast, fresh and friendly option serving up the area's best Fish & Chips, Fish Tacos, Shrimp Tacos, Veggie Tacos and Salads. Set in a relaxed atmosphere located on the river with covered seating to escape the heat
Reviewed By FlagstaffTravels
We had the best fish tacos EVER right in the heart of Dominical. The guacamole is fantastic! We could have eaten here everyday!Hey FlagstaffTravels!We would happily have you every day!Thanks for the sweeeeet review.Come back next time for another visit.B&H
Most Popular Seafood food in Dominical, Province of Puntarenas, Costa Rica
