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Those marked with an "*" may be closed during the rainy season, those marked with "OSV" are ocean or sunset view

Tortilla Flats -osv

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Dominical - Beach-side, in town.  Bar and grill with views of the beach, surfers and people-watching.  Good food and cold beer/drinks, reasonably priced, and friendly staff.  You'll find beach-side vendors, craftsman and chair massage. 2787- 0033 https://www.facebook.com/tortillaflatsdominical/

La Parcela * osv

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Dominical - 5km south of town.  Fantastic ocean views on three sides, great for special occasions and sunsets.  https://www.facebook.com/LaParcelaCR/

Jolly Roger osv

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Dominical - South of town, across from Cuna del Angel, steep 2km, 5 minute drive up the road, but worth it.  Great fun place for viewing the sunset, and eating delicious wings, pizza and burgers, cold beer, watching sports and playing some Saturday night poker.  https://www.facebook.com/BarJollyRogerCostaRica/

Vista Ballena Restaurant osv

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Uvita - ocean view, located just north of central Uvita.  Food is prepared with fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients. Open for  breakfast, lunch, and dinner.  Poolside bar. https://www.vistaballenahotel.com/restaurant

House of Ginger

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Uvita -  Great Chinese food, fresh ingredients!   Friendly and attentive service, clean.  Fair prices. A must while visiting Uvita or passing through. ​https://www.facebook.com/houseofginger01/

Sibu

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Uvita - in town, across from Banco de Costa Rica.  Bakery items, free wi-fi, breakfast lunch and dinner.  Cozy atmosphere creative cuisine, large menu, healthy options, great food.  https://www.facebook.com/sibu.cafeteria.uvita/

Mosaic Wine Bar and Cafe

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Uvita - 150 meters east of Banco de Costa Rica.  Breakfast Sunday brunch, lunch and dinner, Free wi-fi.  A local favorite hang out. Food is always fresh and delicious and of course they always have great wine! Kombucha, craft beers...something for everyone.https://www.facebook.com/MosaicWineBar/                    

Marina Ballena

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Uvita - Next to BM Supermercado, across from Banco Nacional.  Free wi-fi.  Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner and the coldest beer in town.  Locals and Gringo hang-out, futball on TV at the bar.  Tico cuisine, wings, fish fingers, burgers, friendly staff.                                   https://www.facebook.com/marinoballena/

5 Maes

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Uvita - on the Costanera,500 meters south of BM Supermercado.  Best, freshest, tastiest burgers, onion straws and fries in town!  Eric the owner is a true chef and lots of fun, everyone is always friendly and laughing. www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g635755-d20318408-Reviews-Five_Maes-Uvita_Province_of_Puntarenas.html

Aracari osv

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Ballena - 5km south of Uvita, offers local & fresh options, from vegan, vegetarian, seafood, local cuisines with our touch of fusions.  Serves breakfast, lunch​ and dinner.  https://www.facebook.com/AracariRestaurant/

Sabor Espanol

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Uvita - Spanish restaurant, owners from Ibiza and Barcelona. Specializing in paellas, meats, seafood, mediterranean, spanish, sangria, spanish wines list, healthy and vegetarian friendly. Open for lunch and dinner.   www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g635755-d3811853-Reviews-Sabor_Espanol-Uvita_Province_of_Puntarenas.html

Al Chile Que Si

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Uvita - 100 meters south of the BM Supermercado on the Costanera.  Mexican pub and bar, vegetarian friendly, gluten free options.     www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g635755-d13798424-Reviews-Al_Chile_Que_Si-Uvita_Province_of_Puntarenas.html

Fusion Sushi

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Located between Uvita and Ojochal.  Sushi and creative dishes.  For reservations call  2786-5152  or 8410-5794.   https://www.facebook.com/restauranteybarfusion/

Pancito Cafe

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Ojochal - turn off for Ojochal,  make your first left, located on the right at Plaza los Delfines.  Wi-fi.  Fabulous authentic French bakery with sausages and hams, coffee, pastries, serving breakfast and lunch.  ​https://www.facebook.com/Pancito-Cafe-1398989313680643/

Citrus *

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Ojochal - Turn off for Ojochal,  cross the bridge,  Citrus is on the right.  Beautiful lighting, decor and atmosphere.  Great for groups or romantic dinner for two. Diverse menu from Chef Marcella, good food and attentive staff.  Call 2786 5175 for reservations. https://www.facebook.com/CitrusOjochal/

Azul  osv

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Ojochal - turn off the Costanera onto Perezoso Road, drive 500 meters up the road.  Located in El Castillo B & B.  Lunch and dinner, fantastic place for drinks and poolside sunset.  Stay for Mediterranean cuisine and lovely atmosphere.  Call 2786 5543 for reservations.  https://www.facebook.com/ElCastilloCR/

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Villas Alturas - osv

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Dominical - The restaurant at Villas Alturas has a one of a kind view of the tropical pacific coast overlooking the iconic Marino Ballena Whale’s Tail in Costa Rica. Enjoy a delicious breakfast, lunch or dinner, full bar with refreshing drinks and poolside service.  506 2200 5440
http://villasalturas.com/ocean-view-restaurant-at-villas-alturas/

 Por Que No? osv closed temporarily

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Dominical - Amazing oceanside view just south of Dominical.  Nightly chef specials, deilicious wood-fired pizzas and fresh seafood.  Reservations recommended  2787.0340 7:00 AM - 1:30 PM & 5:00 - 10:00 PM. CLOSED Mondays
https://www.facebook.com/cpporqueno/

 Gusto Italian Restaurant osv

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Playa Hermosa -  next to the Rancho Remos hotel.  Authentic, delicious, fresh Italian cuisine prepared with love by Francesca and her husband Luca.  Lovely view of the ocean and jungle.   www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g635755-d3966461-Reviews-Gusto_Italian_Restaurant-Uvita_Province_of_Puntarenas.html

Los Laureles

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Uvita - 300 meters east of BCR Bank.  Love love love Cindy the proprietor, super sweet and always smiling.  Great service, great food, big and varied menu.   www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g635755-d8704720-Reviews-Bar_Restaurant_Los_Laureles-Uvita_Province_of_Puntarenas.html#photos;aggregationId=101&albumid=101&filter=7&ff=481816580

La Fogata

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Uvita - 150 meters west of the Dome Grill and Plaza.  Lasagne, pizza (BBQ chicken is great), sangria and free wi-fi.   Pleasant outdoor seating, https://www.facebook.com/restaurantelafogatauvita/

Carlitos

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Bahia Ballena - Very best margaritas on the Pacific coast, enchiladas, nachos, tacos... very fresh, great flavors. and made when ordered. great atmosphere and wait staff are exceptional.https://www.facebook.com/carlitoscostarica/

Indómitos Café

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Uvita - 200 meters east of BCR Bank.  Vegetarian / Vegan garden-cafe,  homemade veggie burgers, salads, all day breakfast, healthy drinks, coffee, desserts.   www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g635755-d21014085-Reviews-Indomitos_Cafe-Uvita_Province_of_Puntarenas.html

Dolce Uvita

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Uvita - Italian Restaurant, very fresh, unique and delicious ingredients, thoughtfully prepared cuisine.  To allow the purchase of fresh ingredients, reservations are required one day in advance, call(+506) 2743 8461.   https://dolceuvita.com/catering/ristorante/

Falafel Uvita

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Uvita - 200 meters east of the Ballena National Park/Whale's Tail entrance. Tasty, fresh, authentic Mediterranean food, made with love by Roi.  www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g635755-d20056963-Reviews-Falafel_Uvita_Sisso-Uvita_Province_of_Puntarenas.htmlrenas.htmls 

Seba's

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​Argentinian inspired rustic cuisine focusing on cooking over the fire. Local organic vegetables and fruits. Sustainably sourced dairy fish & meat products.   All made in house.  8852 9760
https://www.foood.app/sebas/​

The Flutterby House

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Bahia Ballena - near the Marino Ballena National Park, drinks, brunch, lunch, dinner, events, trivia and open mic nights.  Excellent people, very friendly, good prices.   Vegan, gluten free and vegetarian dishes and also fish, chicken, pork and sausage! Something for everyone! Delicious craft beer and fresh fruit cocktails.  https://www.facebook.com/theflutterbyhouse/

Mystic Sushi

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My go-to for spicy tuna!  Japanese, sushi, asian, fusion food.  Staff is friendly, fast service, fresh ingredients.                www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g1060412-d14968869-Reviews-Mystic_Sushi-Ballena_Province_of_Puntarenas.html

La Choza de Alejo

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Uvita - Located at the turn off to Playa Chaman and the Villas del Sol neighborhood.  Great mexican  food, love the steak fajitas!  Beautiful bar, great service, reasonable prices.
https://www.facebook.com/La-Choza-de-Alejo-1856410957741522/

Heliconia*

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Just north of Ojochal, beach side of the Costanera/Hwy 34, turn at the Groupo Materiales hardware store.  Excellent, flavorful dishes, wonderful service, nice setting nestled in a jungle atmosphere, family-owned by Edgar.  https://www.facebook.com/heliconiarest/

Exotica *

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Ojochal - next to the dirt road that runs through town, 5 minutes from the turn off. Exotica is a wonderful restaurant with great atmosphere and cuisine.  Owners charming Lucy and her husband/chef, Robert serve an international cuisine. Fabulous place for special occasions.  Call 2786-5050 on weekends or the busy season for reservations.   ​https://www.facebook.com/RestoOjochal/

El Fuego *

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Ojochal - Turn into Ojochal, go straight, turn right at the sign, 5-10 minute drive up the road. Mountain views.  Small, casual, romantic.  Great place for steak (not easy to find in Costa Rica), French and Argentinian cuisine.  Wonderful hosts and owners, Oliver and his wife Celine.  Call 2786 5558 for reservations.          https://www.facebook.com/ElFuegoRestaurante/

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