WHERE TO EAT
RECOMMENDED RESTAURANTS
SURF BOX
Upscale surf vibes with great food, amazing fruit smoothies and good music. The french toast are a must! Located at the Flamingo Marina. Open every day from 8am - 9pm. Outdoor seating, indoor AC seating and takeaway. Amazing cocktails!
CLICK or call +506 8349 9773
PASCUAL
Food always brings us together, and tapas, in particular, enhance that experience since they are meant to be shared. Located in Las Catalinas, Pascual created a relaxed and unique space for you to enjoy a good meal in front of the sea. Influenced by Spanish culture, their menu features dishes like Croquetas, Gazpacho, Paella, and many other delicious options. Open every day from 2pm - 10 pm. All seating is al fresco.
CLICK or call +506 6440 3850
SENTIDO NORTE
If you are celebrating a special occasion this is the place! Located 10 minutes away at Hotel Casa Chamaleon, this high end restaurant serves amazing breakfast, lunch and dinner. The restaurant is completely open with plenty of ventilation and gorgeous interior design. The views are spectacular, worth going for sunset drinks and dinner. There is an infinity pool that you can spend the day at with a $75 food/beverage purchase per person if you feel like lounging there all day! My personal favorite from the menu is the tuna tartare and the huevos rancheros for breakfast. Reservations are a must. Children 12+ only. Open every day from 7am - 9pm. Outdoor seating and takeaway available.
CLICK or call +506 2103 1200
PONCIANA
Located at the hotel Santarena at Las Catalinas this is a high end restaurant with outdoor dining. Open every day from 7 am - 10:30 for breakfast and from 12 pm - 9 pm for Lunch and Dinner. Reservations are recommended.
CLICK or call +506 2106 1500
PATAGONIA DEL MAR
Large open air restaurant specializing in meat and seafood. Located 15 minutes away in Brasilito with great beach and ocean views. Outdoor seating and takeaway. (Sometimes) delivery available to the bungalow!
CLICK or call +506 8800 0005
LA PIZZETTERIA DA ORESTE
Located within 10 minutes walking from the bungalow this tiny pizza joint hits the spot when hunger strikes. Ask for the 2x1 Margarita pizza special. Open Wed- Sun 4:30 pm - 9 pm. Outdoor seating, takeaway and (sometimes) delivery.
CLICK or call +506 87120910
GELATERIA ITALIANA 0039
Small very delicious Italian gelato spot within walking distance from the bungalow. Across the street from La Pizzetteria Da Oreste.
CLICK or call +(506) 8342 5187
CANNATICO
Bakery, Bistro, Rooftop Bar and Lounge! Located in the main strip of Surfside Potrero. Open every day from 11 am to 10 pm.
CLICK or call +506 6150 0994
LAS BRISAS
Located a 10 minute walk from the bungalow, Las Brisas is a beachfront relaxed environment with local cuisine. The ceviche is awesome! Located past the soccer field at the northern tip of Playa Potrero right on the beach. Open every day 12-9 pm.
CLICK or call +506 2654 4047
ANGELINA’S
Angelina’s is a fine dining restaurant located in Playa Flamingo. The food is authentic and fresh serving dishes such as duck confit and skirt steak and artisanal pizza. They usually have live music on Friday Nights. Outdoor seatiing. Open Wed - Monday 5pm - 9 pm.
CLICK or call +506 2654 4839
COCO LOCO
Great seating right on the beach with good appetizers and cocktails. Ideal for sunset drinks or early dinner. Located right on Flamingo Beach 15 minutes away. Open every day from 11 am - 9 pm. Outdoor seating and takeaway.
CLICK or call +(506) 4700 3939
AMIGOS TACOS Y BEERS
Small outdoor taco joint in Flamingo 15 minutes away featuring fast casual Tex Mex and giant margaritas. Open every day from 12pm - 8:30pm. Outdoor seating and takeaway.
CLICK or call +506 8869 3999
EL LORITO
Conveniently located within walking distance, this local cuisine restaurant has good food at good prices. Try any of the seafood dishes! Covered outdoor seating.
CLICK or call +506 6364 2788
SURFSIDE STRIP
The area in Potrero known as Surf Side has many restaurants on the main strip. Only 5 minutes driving you will find Nita Coffee, Perlas Pub, Nasu at the beachfront Bahia Del Sol Hotel. Try The Shack which is also available on GuanaEats!