Top Restaurants in Herradura
Where to Eat in Herradura: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Discover the best restaurant in Herradura, Costa Rica including Lemon Zest Restaurant, Soda Jaco Rustico, El Pelicano, Papas and Burgers, The Pizza Shop, La Puesta Del Sol, Amphitheater Restaurant, Poseidon Restaurant, Graffiti Restro Cafe and Wine Bar, The Coffee Shop
Things to do in Herradura
1. Lemon Zest Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Located in the heart of Main street in Jaco, Costa Rica.
Reviewed By lplage - Forida
Absolutely the best food in town. The chef here is amazing. The wait staff are also very accommodating. This is the only restaurant after two weeks we went back to twice. The shrimp and the doctor are absolutely to die for. We had to American waiters at times we went there Johnny and ?? Both were awesome.
2. Soda Jaco Rustico
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 562 reviews
Reviewed By Jems245
That were the most tasty soda so far at Costa Rica (we ate at least at 5 other sodas). The chicken and the crabs were great.
3. El Pelicano
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 471 reviews
Reviewed By terrymh - Toronto, Canada
We had a few lunches here during our long stay in the area on the recommendation of our accommodation owner. The food is really good. We mostly had the fish which was very fresh and the meals were all delicious. As we were with various friends there were too many meals to detail here. The service was excellent and the view of the beach made a lovely setting. Would totally recommend
4. Papas and Burgers
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 408 reviews
Reviewed By RHONKE - Edmonton, Canada
Like many other reviewers, our family had a hankering for some good comfort food. We ordered a few different types of burgers. They had no avocado for the one burger, but we still ordered it. We ordered our burgers well done as I've always wanted my ground beef to be cooked. While we waited, we shared the space with roaming dogs, watched a lot of different people check in and out of the hostel and waited longer than I would have expected for a burger.....which by the way still ended up being undercooked. The burgers were OK. One as to have caramelized onions and the other burger sautéed onions. Both only had raw red onions. The fries were good and the service average at best, much like the good. My girls were disappointed that we didn't choose Ridiculous Burgers on the main strip. Oh well, can't win them all.
5. The Pizza Shop
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 350 reviews
New York Style Pizza in Jaco Beach Costa Rica. We offer whole pizzas, pizza by the slice, calzones, ice cold beer on tap, and run weekly specials. We make our own dough and sauce in the shop from scratch, and use only the freshest and finest ingredients available. Great for a quick lunch, or sitting down with the family for dinner. Open late on Fridays and Saturdays. Check our Facebook page for weekly specials!
Reviewed By Deborah W
Great pizza! We had the cheese pizza and beer... prices very reasonable. We will be back thanks!!!!!!!
6. La Puesta Del Sol
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 159 reviews
Since 1952, Family owned and operated. Family Descendants were founders of the town of Herradura. Fresh, quality Costa Rican Cuisine. Our Specialty is our family Recipe of Ceviche. Located 50 meters from the Herradura Bay Beach. You will find very local flair. A place where everyone remembers your name. Local prices for everyone. "Puesta del Sol" the "sunset" enjoy the sunset on or around 5:30 pm-6pm. follow us on Facebook at lapuestadelsolherradura Pura Vida!
Reviewed By El_Pelicano - Lafayette, California, United States
The people at La Puesta couldn’t have been more hospitable to our group of 10 when we arrived after an afternoon of zip lining. We were promptly served a complimentary plate of delicious fresh ceviche followed by multiple bottles of Pilsner beer and plates stacked...MoreThank you for taking the time to praise our restaurant! We really do appreciate it! I actually remember serving you, it was a pleasure! We hope to see you again. From all of us at La Puesta del Sol, Gracias and PURA VIDA!
7. Amphitheater Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 286 reviews
This amazing Greek Amphitheater offers sunset views on the Pacific Ocean and the Rain Forest. It is a local favorite known for service, consistency and quality. Outdoor dining is available at Anfiteatro Restaurant for those looking for succulent specialties and intimate surrounding. El Anfiteatro opens from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Reviewed By Eddie M - Jasper, Alabama
We were there for the sun set and to have drinks. The view for the sunsets is nothing short of fabulous and a gathering place for people. We decided to stay for dinner and I am glad we did the food was very good and the wair staf was excellent.
8. Poseidon Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 271 reviews
Open 7am-10pm Daily. Breakfast until 2pm. Lunch until 5pm. Dinner 5pm-10pm. Our open air restaurant provides a casual dining atmosphere. Breakfast/Lunch are a combination of Mexican and American Classics. Dinner brings in the Asian Cusine, including our Famously Gigantic Ahi-Tuna Steak. Our Mahi-Mahi is the freshest you can get. Don't forget about Smoked items like Babyback Ribs, Salmon, Mahi Pork Tenderloin and more.
Reviewed By LessWork M - Reston, Virginia
We had a 7:45pm reservation but weren't seated until 830pm, thankfully there were seats at the bar so we ordered some shrimp fritters and two glasses of wine.
Once seated the lovely waitress (who was born in CR but grew up in California hence her English was perfect) was very accommodating to my partner and me.
I had the mahi mahi with the thai peanut sauce which was incredible and a very generous portion. My partner had the filet which sadly was a bit tough. Jaco is near the ocean, thus I blame him for not ordering seafood, I bet if he did his meal would have been perfect!
All in all we'd definitely return and really enjoyed our meal!
Side note, we asked for an Aperol Spritz since they had the Aperol liquor but they had never made one before... thankfully they made it for me after I told them the recipe, which was so very sweet of them!
9. Graffiti Restro Cafe and Wine Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
We are a funky boutique style restro with a blackboard menu that changes daily with the local availability of the freshest products, fruits, vegetable, seafood and meats. We pride ourselves in the Slow Food movement and maintain by using local fresh, healthy and sustainable products from the region. We have no rules or boundaries when it comes to our food and our ambiance is just as eclectic. We are off the main track and a little difficult to find on purpose. Our concept: Ghetto Gourmet, is to appeal to Anyone with a fine palete for food and drink in a comfortable, climate controlled, safe and intimate setting.
Reviewed By PlainTraveler - Chicago, IL
5 family members out for dinner. The plaza where this is located has music and lots of families in the courtyard enjoying themselves.
We have discovered the meat in Costa Rica is excellent. My brother’s pork chops were plentiful/3, with pot roast styled vegetables and sauce. Out if this world good. Two sisters split the huge hamburger and side salad. Side salad was ok. Other sister had the Thai soup and my sister-in law had an excellent steak salad.
10. The Coffee Shop
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 184 reviews
The Coffee Shop is the best place in Jaco Beach to get a home cooked breakfast. Open everyday of the week starting at 7:00am . Free WIFI, fresh baked bread and cinnamon rolls
Reviewed By mlazazz - Vancouver, Canada
Every morning we woke up in Jaco it all started at this perfect little breakfast/lunch spot. From the friendly canadian owner to the smiling and helpful servers this place was top notch. Home cooked food and fresh coffee a perfect start to any day . Fresh cinnamon buns every morning (and they sell out) perfect to take for the road. Great place. 5 Stars. for a hungry traveller..
