Where to eat International food in Playa Junquillal: The Best Restaurants and Bars

January 29, 2020 Tynisha Seiler

Find out what International restaurants to try in Playa Junquillal including Villa Deveena, Cactus Restaurant, Lola's, La Bodega, Shrimp Hole, La Esquina Restaurant & Pizzeria, El Pelicano, Santa Rita Cafe, Dragonfly Bar & Grill, Waffle Monkey
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10. Waffle Monkey

Mts From the Rotunda 50 Passage to the Beach in Front of Budget Rent a Car, Tamarindo 50309 Costa Rica American, European, International Lunch, Breakfast, Brunch, Drinks Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Free Off-Street Parking, Accepts Credit Cards, Waterfront [email protected] +506 8515 3960 http://www.wafflemonkey.net
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4 based on 528 reviews

Waffle Monkey

Waffle Monkey is the only place in Tamarindo specializing in all day homemade Belgian waffles with an array of toppings to choose from. We offer hot and cold coffees as well as smoothies, milkshakes and ice cream. Taking into consideration food restrictio

Reviewed By BeefPit

Ate a waffle and had a mango smoothie here yesterday. Nestled in a small side walkway leading to Tamarindo beach the Waffle Monkey is a great option if you want a morning breakfast to go and then walk a few short steps to the beach to eat. A few tables outside great view and tasty waffles. My son had the cheese and ham waffle while I had the mango smoothie. Had s friendly iguana stop by our table too. Nice folks run the Waffle Monkey. Well done guys!!!Thank you so much for such a detailed review. We can't thank you enough for giving other people an insight to the experience they will have when they visit Waffle Monkey. We love meeting new people, and we are so lucky that we get to do it every day. Please come again soon.

9. Dragonfly Bar & Grill

Behind Hotel Pasatiempo 100m Behind Hotel Pasatiempo 100m, Just Past Pizzaria la Baula, just Before Bolas Locas Mini Golf, Tamarindo 50309 Costa Rica International, Grill, Fusion, Seafood Dinner Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Discover, Reservations, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Musi [email protected] +506 2653 1506 http://www.dragonflybarandgrill.com
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4 based on 1259 reviews

Dragonfly Bar & Grill

Welcome to Dragonfly Bar & Grill, a Tamarindo institution since its opening in January 2005. Highly touted as one of the best dining establishments in the bustling tourist town of Tamarindo, Costa Rica, Dragonfly consistently delivers exceptional cuisine,

Reviewed By CGFS

The menu is very inventive and ingredients are obviously fresh. Service is excellent and friendly and the ambience is casual Costa Rica cool - open air dining room and bar with nice natural wood everywhere.Prices are a litle high.Thank you for sharing your review. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed your experience at the Dragonfly, and that you appreciated the menu, service, and atmosphere. We sincerely appreciate your feedback. Gracias!

8. Santa Rita Cafe

Sunrise Plaza Mall Tamarindo Complejo Sunrise Plaza, Tamarindo Costa Rica Cafe, International, Central American, Costa Rican Lunch, Breakfast, Brunch, Drinks Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Free Off-Street Parking, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Free Wifi [email protected] +506 4034 0501 http://santaritacafe.com/
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5 based on 336 reviews

Santa Rita Cafe

Santa Rita Café is a small coffee shop located at the heart of Tamarindo. Its a family owned business designed to stand out creatively and gastronomically. Established by a couple (an architect and a chef), the idea is to create experiences while offering

Reviewed By Maps516996

We’ve been to Tamarindo many times but just discovered this gem of a cafe (it’s on the second floor of a building set back a bit from Calle Central). A variety of tasty breakfasts and lunches (the homemade banana bread French toast is to die for), refreshing smoothies, and a cheery decor with indoor and shaded outdoor seating make it a lovely spot for breakfast/lunch. The barrista is superb and makes the most delicious almond milk cappuccinos I’ve ever had (soooo much better than Starbucks). I love this place!!

7. El Pelicano

Calle Central Hotel Tamarindo Diria, Tamarindo Costa Rica International, Central American, Seafood, South American, Costa Rican Dinner, Lunch Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Highchairs Available, Full Bar, Live Music [email protected] +506 4032 0032 http://www.tamarindodiria.com/costa-rica-resorts/tamarindo-diria/restaurants/
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5 based on 117 reviews

El Pelicano

An unparalleled dining experience, El Pelicano is the culinary jewel of Tamarindo. A dining experience like no other in Tamarindo: an elegant atmosphere with a ‘chic’ outdoor terrace offering a view to Tamarindo Boulevard

Reviewed By David D

I went through the (easy) hassle of joining TripAdvisor just to rave about this restaurant. We have been in Tamarindo for a week, eating everywhere, and gave El Pelicano a try because (a) it just looked nice, and (b) well, it looked nice, haha! The three of us were very glad we did. My son (15 yrs old) got adventurous and tried Seabass for the first time and loved it. Two of us split a steak and chicken dish and both were delicious!!! Oh, we started with a sushi appetizer that was great too. The sauces were wonderful for the entres.Out waiter was Kevin, who was incredibly nice and attentive. We have found almost everyone in Costa Rica is really enjoyable, and obviously that was the case at El Pelicano. Ironically, we walked by the restaurant a couple days before and told the host, Santos, that we would be back in two days and it was pretty funny that he remembered us when we walked by tonight. Really nice guy too! The restaurant is a little pricier than others in town, but we all thought it was well worth it!!!! I think we'll go back on Sunday before we leave :)

6. La Esquina Restaurant & Pizzeria

150 este del Banco Nacional contiguo a hotel Chocolate, Tamarindo Costa Rica Italian, Pizza, International Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Table Service, Delivery, Playgrounds +506 8667 4992
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4 based on 330 reviews

La Esquina Restaurant & Pizzeria

Reviewed By skyr529

Great owners and Great pizza. The new location is open air and very clean. We eat in one night and did a picked up order to take to the house. Service was outstanding and the owners made us feel extra special.

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5. Shrimp Hole

Next to 2001 Supermarket In front of Pacific Park on the road to Langosta, Tamarindo 50309 Costa Rica Seafood, International, Healthy, Gastropub, Street Food Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Delivery, Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Cash Only, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Digital Payments, Live Music [email protected] +506 4034 1191 http://www.shrimphole.com
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4 based on 785 reviews

Shrimp Hole

The Shrimp Hole, casual seafood restaurant with the sunny deck, situated only one block from the beautiful beach of Tamarindo. This tropical 'hole in the wall' style restaurant serves a simple but mouth watering menu. We use sustainably farmed shrimp and

Reviewed By Yaoxian C

It was a dark and stormy night - on a Sunday evening off peak season that means most restaurants are closed. Not Shrimp Hole (which I had been trying to get to for several days).Fantastic fresh seafood, amazing friendly service and a VERY clean and comfortable air conditioned spot while lightning and thunder went on outside. Ordered a poke bowl, a classic, a beer and a cocktail FOR MYSELF (I was hungry) and nothing disappointed. Never having another poke bowl in NY again.

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4. La Bodega

In the Hotel Nahua Diagonal From Banco Nacional, Tamarindo 50309 Costa Rica Cafe, Costa Rican, International, Healthy Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +506 8395 6184 http://labodegatamarindo.com
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4 based on 759 reviews

La Bodega

La Bodega is an organic cafe/restaurant located in Tamarindo, Guanacaste. We carry foods and specialty items made 100% in Costa Rica. Fresh homemade sandwiches, salads, baked goods, coffee and drinks are available daily! We provide fresh, local, sustainab

Reviewed By MauiPigFarmer

Visited here for lunch after spending the morning at a pretty secluded beach about 10 miles away. We purposefully avoided the restaurants facing the beach. Found this little gem quite by accident. For $11USD I had a grilled Caribbean chicken sandwich, fried plantains and hibiscus lemonade.All absolutely delicious.Hi MauiPigFarmer,Thank you for the excellent review!We are very happy that you wandered away from the main strip and came and found us :)And more so that you found us worth the extra exploration ;)Safe Travels!Buki

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3. Lola's

Playa Avellana, Playa Avellanas, Tamarindo Costa Rica Bar, Latin, Seafood, International, Central American, Costa Rican Lunch Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Takeout, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Waterfront, Beach [email protected] +506 2652 9097 http://www.lolascostarica.info
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4 based on 2036 reviews

Lola's

Long loved by locals, the secret is out on Lola's fantastic staff serving top-notch organic fare in a beautiful open-air beachfront setting. Gorgeous homemade wooden tables and chairs are set at water's edge under the shade of palm trees and umbrellas. Fr

Reviewed By josephi495

If your staying at the JW Marriott in Guanacaste I highly recommend taking a walk on the beach (during low tide) to Lola’s for lunch. The food was great and the staff was awesome. The views were also spectacular

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2. Cactus Restaurant

Carretera Playa Avellanas, Pinilla, Tamarindo 50309 Costa Rica Central American, Costa Rican, International, Fusion, Healthy Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Breakfast, Drinks Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Free Wifi, Table Service, Free Off-Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer [email protected] +506 2215 3899 http://www.facebook.com/Cactus-de-Pinilla-1849099015110389/
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5 based on 75 reviews

Cactus Restaurant

The Cactus Restaurant is located in Pinillia just off the road to Playa Avellanas and only five minutes from Hacienda Pinilla. We have local and international cuisines for you such as delicious cassado and tayuya, excellent ceviche, as well as tasty tacos

Reviewed By tascabront

Went here at night with the family ,after getting recommended from Marriott. It's on the middle of nowhere! At first I was a little concerned..but ohh boy what a great Gem! Owner was fantastic! Respectful gas knowledge of customer service. I felt at home the whole time great vibe from the owner, food was amazing delicious ! Had a great time and will be recommending my colleagues from the company! Give it a try it's good local food ,,place is not fancy but dont be judging this fantastic place.Dear tascabront, thank you for your great recommendation. We are very happy that you and your family enjoyed your visit at the Cacuts and that we were able to welcome you again in the meantime. Pura Vida

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1. Villa Deveena

Los Pargos, Playa Negra Costa Rica French, Seafood, European, International Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Table Service, Highchairs Available +506 2653 2328 http://wordpress.com/post/restaurantsyouhaveneverheardof.wordpress.com/1741
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5 based on 295 reviews

Villa Deveena

Reviewed By Laurieslife

This family run Villa sports the BEST restaurant in Costa Rica. Patrick, the Chef is phenomenal and has cooked for royalty and many US President’s.The food is exquisite, perfectly executed and incredible tasting. Dean (Patrick’s son) loves to fish and the specialty of the day is always his catch. Fantastic family, super friendly (you are welcomed like an old friend) , we went twice and could have ate there again and again. Simply the BEST! Thank you!

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