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Taste of Guanacaste

From fresh-caught seafood to traditional Costa Rican dishes, the La Cruz area offers a wonderful variety of dining experiences. Our favorite local restaurants serve authentic cuisine made with fresh, local ingredients. Plus, with a complete supermarket right next door to Cabinas La Casona, you can easily stock up for home-cooked meals in your cabin's fully equipped kitchen.

Fresh Seafood Daily
Traditional Tico Cuisine
Supermarket Next Door
Full Kitchen in Cabins

Where to Eat

Our favorite local dining spots

Local Restaurants

Pollo Frito La Casona Local

Pollo Frito La Casona

Delicious fried chicken and traditional Costa Rican dishes. A local favorite right in the neighborhood.

El Jobo
Fried Chicken Great Value
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Las Mareas Restaurante Seafood

Las Mareas Restaurante

Fresh seafood and traditional dishes with a great local atmosphere.

El Jobo
Fresh Seafood Local Favorite
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El Fogón de Juana Traditional

El Fogón de Juana

Authentic Costa Rican cuisine cooked over traditional wood fire. Hearty home-style meals.

El Jobo
Wood Fire Cooking Home Style
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La Copaleña Seafood

La Copaleña

Famous for their amazing ceviche! Fresh seafood in a friendly local setting. A must-try.

El Jobo
Best Ceviche Fresh Seafood
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El Indio Restaurant & Bar

El Indio

Great food, excellent service, and live music. Perfect for a fun night out with friends and family.

El Jobo
Live Music Great Service
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Lapa Lapa Beach Restaurant

Lapa Lapa

Steps from the beach! Enjoy fresh food and cold drinks with your toes in the sand.

Playa El Jobo
Beachfront Great Sunsets
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Supermarket Next Door

One of the best features of Cabinas La Casona is having a complete supermarket right next door! Stock up on groceries, drinks, snacks, and essentials without having to drive anywhere. Perfect for preparing meals in your cabin's fully equipped kitchen.

  • Fresh produce and local fruits
  • Meat, seafood, and deli items
  • Cold beverages and beer
  • Snacks and beach supplies
  • Basic household items
  • Sunscreen and toiletries
Supermarket next to Cabinas La Casona

Must-Try Costa Rican Dishes

Don't miss these local favorites

Casado

Casado

The traditional lunch plate: rice, beans, salad, plantains, and your choice of protein.

Ceviche

Ceviche

Fresh fish marinated in lime juice with onions, cilantro, and peppers.

Gallo Pinto

Gallo Pinto

The national breakfast dish: rice and beans fried together with Salsa Lizano.

Chifrijo

Chifrijo

Crispy pork, beans, rice, pico de gallo, and avocado. Perfect with a cold beer!

Pescado Frito

Pescado Frito

Whole fried fish, crispy on the outside and tender inside. A coastal favorite served with rice and salad.

Olla de Carne

Olla de Carne

Hearty beef soup with yuca, plantain, corn, and vegetables. The ultimate Costa Rican comfort food.

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