Romantic pickCoco Loco
Playa Flamingo
Right on Flamingo Beach with tables set out under umbrellas and the ocean just steps away. A perfect spot for a relaxed lunch, a cold drink, or a sunset dinner with your favorite person.
Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica
Great Local Cuisine
These are the restaurants I recommend to my own guests in Playa Flamingo, Potrero and Brasilito, from toes-in-the-sand beach dinners to hilltop views. Ask me anytime and I will happily help you pick the right spot.
Planning a romantic getaway? Look for the Romantic pick tag on the beachfront and fine dining spots below.
Beachfront Dining & Drinks
Toes in the sand, sunset in your glass. These are the spots I send everyone to for a romantic getaway evening.
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Romantic pickHemingways
Potrero
Candlelit tables on an open-air deck by the water, with sunsets that steal the show. Stop in for one drink and you'll probably end up staying for dinner.
Romantic pickNASU at Bahía Del Sol
Potrero
A breezy, thatched-roof restaurant at the beachfront Bahía Del Sol hotel, next to the pool and swim-up bar. Relaxed, pretty and easy for a long, lazy meal.
Fine Dining
Date night, anniversary, or just a night you want to dress up a little. These are my top choices.
Romantic pickHazel's Steak & Seafood
Playa Flamingo
Steaks and fresh seafood in an elegant setting overlooking the Flamingo marina. A great pick when you want a special dinner without leaving the neighborhood.
Romantic pickAngelina's
Playa Flamingo
A long-time Playa Flamingo favorite for refined, relaxed fine dining, tucked into the hillside with a warm, inviting atmosphere.
Romantic pickSentido Norte
Playa Potrero
A stylish open-air terrace with wide ocean views. Come at sunset and take your time.
Italian
Comforting, made-with-love Italian when you want a cozy night out.
La Forketta
Potrero
Italian cooking with a friendly, family-style feel, including wood-fired pizza. A welcoming place for the whole group.
Pizza & Italian
Pizza night, Costa Rica style.
Top Spritz
Playa Flamingo
A bright, casual pizzeria and spritz bar in Playa Flamingo. Easy, fun and great after a beach day.
Gracia La Vid
Brasilito
Creative pizzas with fresh toppings, right in the colorful fishing village of Brasilito.
Indian
When you're craving something with a little spice.
Tandoori
Potrero
Authentic Indian cooking in a comfortable, open dining room in Potrero. A nice change of pace from beach fare.
Breakfast & Lunch
Fuel up before the beach.
SurfBox
Playa Flamingo
A casual marina-side spot for fresh breakfasts, smoothies, coffee and light lunches. I love starting a morning here.
Waffle Monkey
Playa Flamingo
Waffles, breakfast and Costa Rican coffee in a bright, fun space. A hit with kids and grown-ups alike.
Sports Bars
Catch the game, grab a burger and a cold one.
JP's Bar & Grill
Playa Flamingo
A lively sports bar and grill with good food, cocktails and a friendly crowd. The place to watch the game.
Perla's
Potrero
A laid-back gastro pub and bar in Potrero with smoked specialties and a great hangout vibe.
Great Elevated Views & Fine Dining
Two dining experiences that are about the view as much as the food.
Swim-up pool barGracia at MarVista
Playa Flamingo
Hilltop dining with big views and a swim-up pool bar. Spend the afternoon in the water, then stay for dinner.
Highest elevationCastillo De Lilo
Playa Potrero
An amazing experience in a castle perched on the highest point around, with the best views of any restaurant in the area. Worth planning a whole evening around.
Stay close to all of it
Book direct with me and skip the booking fees. Call or text any time and I will help you plan your dinners.