Best Restaurants in Quepos, Costa Rica

Esteban Acedo • July 8, 2022

Best Restaurants in Quepos Costa Rica - where to eat

best restaurants in Quepos Costa Rica

Are you traveling in Quepos and looking for the best restaurants and culinary experience?  Whether you're a self proclaimed foodie or just hangry and in need of a good meal, Quepos Costa Rica has something for everyone and won't disappoint, just as long as you know where to go. Today we break down the best restaurants in Quepos Costa Rica. This list will include traditional restaurants, to-go food for express delivery and other great dinning options. 

Marina Pez Vela

Marina Paz Vela is our first choice for dining in Quepos because it is not limited to one restaurant or cuisine and here you will find an incredibly beautiful and safe oceanfront environment that is great for any type of group. Pez Vela Marina offers guests a variety of restaurant and cafe options with multiple types of food to choose from. Here are the dining options that make this Marina our number 1 choice for dining in Quepos.


Gabrielle's Steakhouse, Seafood, and Pasta 

Oceanfront Gourmet Dining with high-end service, a romantic setting, and the largest wine selection in the area.


Runaway Grill

One of the area’s most iconic restaurants, offering food for all tastes in a unique setting. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.


Double Hook Sports Bar and Grill 

Open-air restaurant and sports bar overlooking Marina Pez Vela. Great sunsets and happy hour every day "all day". The fun atmosphere also providing 12 TVs to enjoy your favorite sports.


Cuba Libre Bar and Restaurant 

Latin American cuisine in a relaxed and chilled setting with beautiful views of the marina and sunset. Open for lunch and dinner.


Gelateria Amorosi

Best homemade Italian gelato in Costa Rica. Also offers a diverse menu of crepes, coffee, and pastries.


Fads food and desserts deli

Full-service Deli, baked goods, daily lunch specials, made-to-order sandwiches, and more.


Emilios Cafe 

A unique atmosphere, in a great location, delicious desserts, a perfect option for a delicious breakfast, a healthy and tasty lunch, and an unforgettable dinner.

Zac's Food

Zac's food is our favorite delivery only option for food from your hotel in Quepos. Zac's Food menu can be found on Facebook and ordering is done easily through Whats App. Zac's sushi is some of the best sushi offered in the area and is very well priced. They also have a full menu of hot items that are delicious. Delivery is inexpensive but usually takes about an hour+.


Writers Tips:

  • Order the rainbow roll that has salmon and tuna
  • If you order sushi, order the spicy edamame as an appetizer
  • Look for daily specials posted to their Whats App story
  • Order easily through Whats App


Restaurant info:

De la Finca

De la Finca is one of our favorite local restaurants. This small and colorful restaurant is jam-packed with tasty food options that range from delicious steak to wraps and sandwiches. Ingredients are sourced from local farms giving this restaurant its name: De la Finca (from the farm). They also do express delivery and their menu can be found on their facebook page.


Writers Tips:

  • Try their Churrasco thats served with their delicious chimichurri.
  • They also do a great hamburger


Restaurant info:

  • Dine-in or delivery
  • Location: Calle dos in Quepos across from Banco Popular
  • Phone Number: (506) 8848-6467
  • Hours: Monday-Friday 10:30am-10pm Saturday- 3:30pm-10pm Sunday-closed
  • Website: https://www.facebook.com/delafincaquepos

Mangata

Mangata is new to the neighborhood but took no time acquiring a great reputation in a town that has been missing a delicious option for Peruvian food. This quaint outdoor restaurant has a casual dinning area with nice lighting and colorful walls but don't be confused, it's the delicious and authentic Peruvian street food that has people raving.  Their owner and chef (Daniel) gave up his chef position in a predominant San Jose restaurant to pursue his dream of owning his own restaurant here in Quepos. They are a family owned and ran business with great attention to detail.


Writers Tips:

  • Try their Lomo Saltado or any of their Chafas.
  • Start by sharing their authentic and delicious Peruvian ceviche.
  • Don't pass up the opportunity to try an incredible Pisco Sour. It's hands down one of the best Pisco Sours i have ever had.


Restaurant info:

  • Dine-in or delivery
  • Location: Right on the main road into Quepos (Highway 235) on the right hand side before Puente Lolo
  • Phone Number: (506) 2777-2725
  • WhatsApp: (506) 8520-7510
  • Hours: Monday-Thursday 12pm-10pm Friday & Saturday- 12pm-11pm Sunday-12pm-9pm
  • Website: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063057947779


Luna Llena

Luna Llena is our favorite new café and boutique shop near Quepos. They have an simple yet incredible food menu designed by one of Manuel Antonio's best chefs. They serve delicious coffee and espresso and provide a cute and comfortable air conditioned space that has great wifi for working on the go. The boutique has a wide variety of accessories, jewelry, art, and clothing that includes hand woven and naturally died pieces and a swim ware line that is unique, natural, and extremely stylish. If your looking for coffee, clothing, or a bite, this should be your first stop. They may close their kitchen in the very slow season Sep-Oct.


Restaurant info:

  • Dine-in or delivery
  • Location: Right on the main road to Manuel Antonio (close enough to Quepos to be included in this blog)
  • Phone Number: (506) 8518-9610
  • Hours: Monday-Saturday 8am-6pm
  • Website: https://www.lunallenacollectiv.com/


Smash Shack

If you love a good hamburger and want it delivered directly to your home or hotel, look no further. Smash Shack offers delicious smash style hamburgers, fresh salads, and tasty seasoned fries. Hands down, one of the best burgers available in Manuel Antonio! Normal hours are limited right now, as it is a new food concept thats still taking root.


Writers Tips

  • Try their smashed chicken sandwich or their black bean veggie burger if you want something other than a burger.
  • Order using their WhatsApp catalog. It's easy and fast.
  • Order well in advance to get food delivered at the time you desire.
  • Delivery charge is extra


Restaurant info:

  • Location: Delivery only
  • Whats App: (506) 6450-1841
  • Hours: Monday-Saturday 12pm-5pm (text to see if they are serving later hours)(they are sometimes open in the evenings)


La Panera bakery Quepos

La Panera

Featuring some of the best cakes and sweets  in the area, La Panera bakery is easily one of the best bakeries in Quepos and a great place for lunch, snacks, and pre-made sandwiches.  They are open for lunch and serve great typical Costa Rican dishes and casados but their mainly know for their selection of delicious bread, cakes, and coffee drinks.


Writers Tips:

  • The cream or caramel filled donuts are incredible.
  • The pre-made sandwiches are great for a quick lunch on the go.
  • This is the best place to order or buy a birthday cake.


Restaurant info:


cafetto coffee shop and restaurant in Quepos

Cafetto

Featuring some of the best and freshest coffee in Quepos, Cafetto is a newer coffee shop and restaurant located in central Quepos. While their focus is on their locally grown and roasted coffee, their food and entire drinks menu is delicious and has something for everyone. They are open for breakfast and lunch with an affordable local cuisine done with extreme thought and intension. 


Writers Tips:

  • They have a great lunch special that includes a large plate of food and a delicious drink for around $10
  • This is a great place for a coffee or cappuccino
  • Bring a lap top and work on their strong wifi internet connection


Restaurant info:

  • Dine-in or take out
  • Location: In front of La Garza Shopping Center, Quepos, Costa Rica
  • Phone Number: (506) 8387-3879
  • Hours: Monday-Satrurday 8am-9pm Closed Sundays
  • Website: https://www.facebook.com/iLoveCafetto

Tentacion

Located centrally in Quepos near the oceanfront walkway,  Tentacion is a delicious cafe that serves a full breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu. This open-air cafe enjoys a nice ocean breeze and has a great vibe. They bring musicians in weekly for live music and service is always on point.


Writers Tips:


Restaurant info:


L'Angolo

Located in the center of town near the central bus station is one of the best restaurants/deli's in the region for quality Italian food. L'Angolo is probably the best place to get a good sandwich or an Italian-style pasta and they have a quint air conditioned indoor dining space that is a nice escape for the noisy streets of Quepos central.  Be aware, that this Italian dinning experience is authentic, in that you should plan to be there for a while. Service is laid back and can be very slow if the restaurant is busy. Our advice is to enjoy the present moment and relax, you have nowhere else to be and the food is so worth the wait.


Writers Tips:

  • Try one of their seafood pastas with cream sauce.
  • A great place to order an Italian style sub.


Restaurant info:

Soda Sanchez

With only a tiny kitchen and hard working staff Soda Sanchez is one of Quepos's favorite sodas serving typical Costa Rican cuisine. When visiting a soda in Costa Rica, it is this bloggers opinion that it is almost always best to. order a casado.  A Casado is a traditional Costa Rican plate that comes with rice, beans, salad, vegetables, and your choice of main course (fish, beef, pork, chicken, or vegetarian). While soda's typically serve other items like hamburgers and burritos, these items can sometimes be unusual or unpredictable depending on the Soda you're visiting.  Soda Sanchez makes a great casado and charges a very fair price.


Writers Tips:

  • Our favorite casado is served with a fish filet as the main course.
  • Try the "jugos naturales" juice smoothies made from fresh fruit and always delicious.


Restaurant info:

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