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Fantastic Places to Eat in Playa Tamarindo, Guanacaste

Tamarindo offers an eclectic selection of outstanding cuisine from around the world. These places have earned their spot for consistently providing both extraordinary food and phenomenal service. Whether you’re looking for tasty Costa Rican food or a particular flavor from abroad, this list has you covered.

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Anthony’s Asian Cuisine

A little gem hidden in an unassuming food court, Anthony’s Asian Cuisine offers an appetizing array of Asian cuisine. They pride themselves on their high-quality, fresh ingredients to make their meals unforgettable.

Cuisine: Japanese, Filipino, Asian, Thai, Sushi

Special Diets: Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-Free options available

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Anthony's Asian Cuisine

Antichi Sapori Sicilian Cuisine

Taste the traditional cuisine of Southern Italy while experiencing the tropical beauty of Costa Rica. This venue focuses on delivering the essence of authentic Sicilian flavor in every meal they serve. For those that love Italian food, you can’t miss this one.

Cuisine: Italian, Pizza, Mediterranean, Sicilian

Special Diets: Vegetarian, Vegan, and Gluten-Free options available

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Antichi Sapori Sicilian Cuisine

Cactus Restaurant

If you’re craving some mouth-watering, homemade, pizza, ravioli, gnocchi, lasagna, etc. Look no further than this location for an exquisite, authentic Italian flavor. Even their liquors are homemade. Due to its unique preparation, this food is a must-try if you are looking for an exceptional taste of Italy. Try their homemade chocolate Italian cake

Cuisine: Italian, Pizza, Mediterranean, European

Special Diets: Vegetarian, Vegan, and Gluten-Free options available

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Cactus Restaurant

Enea’s La Vera Cucina Italiana

If you’re craving some mouth-watering, homemade, pizza, ravioli, gnocchi, lasagna, etc. Look no further than this location for an exquisite, authentic Italian flavor. Even their liquors are homemade. Due to its unique preparation, this food is a must-try if you are looking for an exceptional taste of Italy. Try their homemade chocolate Italian cake

Cuisine: Italian, Pizza, Mediterranean, European

Special Diets: Vegetarian, Vegan, and Gluten-Free options available

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Eneas La Veras

HiR Fine Dining

For up to 12 guests each evening. HiR Fine Dining offers a unique world-class dining experience that you’ll never forget. Enjoy a rustic and casual family-style atmosphere as you enjoy multi-talented artist, Noam Kostucki’s creation, promising an unparalleled culinary adventure that integrates opposites.

Cuisine: Fusion, Central American, Costa Rican
Special Diets: Vegetarian, Vegan, and Gluten-Free options available

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HiR Fine Dining

Little Lucha

Hands down the best tacos in Tamarindo and nobody brings them with more attitude than Little Lucha. Visit them for beers, Mexican style street tacos, badass music, and a great time. A great way to kick off a fun night as their atmosphere puts you in the mood for a good party.

Cuisine: Mexican, Street Food, Latin, Central America

Special Diets: Vegetarian, Vegan, and Gluten-Free options available

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Little Lucha Taqueria

Noi Bistro

Famous for its delicious Chocolate Volcano, this venue offers a variety of sandwiches, burgers, healthy salads, fish, and meats. Diners will enjoy the unique laid-back atmosphere as well as the incredible food as you experience a little slice of Pura Vida.

Cuisine: Contemporary

Special Diets: Vegetarian, Vegan, and Gluten-Free options available

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Noi Bistro

Santa Rita Cafe

A charming cafe located in the heart of Tamarindo. They offer a range of tasty foods. In addition to the comfortable atmosphere, what makes this location a must-visit is its extraordinary specialty coffees and tempting pastries.

Cuisine: Cafe, International, Central American, Costa Rican

Special Diets: Vegetarian and Gluten-Free options available

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Santa Rita Cafe

Wabi Sabi Sushi

200 reviewers can’t be wrong. If you’re in the mood for the best sushi available in Tamarindo, look no further than this location. Sushi, Nigiri, seafood tempura, poke bowls, etc. all made with the freshest ingredients. No other place will satisfy your sushi craving quite like this one.

Cuisine: Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-Free options available

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Wabi Sabi Sushi

Waffle Monkey

Costa Rica’s home of the Belgian waffle. This fantastic location is passionate about extraordinary coffee and mouth-watering Belgian style waffles. They also offer an assortment of exquisite pastries and breakfast staples like eggs and bacon. 

Cuisine: European, American, International

Special Diets: Vegetarian, Vegan, and Gluten-Free options available

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Waffle Monkey