On the beach, at Playa Potrero, this is a real local’s spot. Fresh seafood, good local typical food, great for those wanting an authentic experience. Cheap beer, a full bar with cocktails and smoothies, this is a good spot to get away from the touristy zones.
A party spot on Wednesday nights for their famous ‘Ladies Night Beach Party’.
- Open: Lunch and dinner
- Price range: low
- Payment accepted: cash
- Location: right on the beach at Playa Potrero. As you pass by the soccer field, take a sharp left toward the beach and you will find it there on the right.
A cute little restored beach house, making you feel like you are on the water in Florida- The Beach House is a great spot to relax and enjoy the view. Sunset is special here, where you can watch the sailboats return to shore while sipping a fabulous cocktail or ice cold beer. Fresh local seafood and classic American foods make up a tantalizing menu to please everyone. The Tuna Tartare is sensational and the desserts too.
- Open: 7 days 11:00am to 9:00pm
Saturday and Sunday open for breakfast 9:00am.
- Price range: moderate
- Payment accepted: cash, credit cards
- Location: as you head north towards Potrero from Flamingo, located on your left, 50 meters past where the boat launch is. Approximately 1km north from Banco Nacional Flamingo.
- Contact info: (506) 2654-6203
Set on the beach at Playa Danta- a destination in itself, Limonada offers an extensive menu made with fresh local ingredients. The seating is comfortable, and diverse- choose from feet-in-the-sand comfort, terrace dining by the bar or head upstairs for a more peaceful spot to relax. Kid-friendly, dog-friendly.
The ceviche options are delicious, the burgers are beefy and huge, the mussels in chipotle cream sauce are to-die-for.
Restaurant Estero Azul is located near Flamingo on your way to Potrero, and it’s well worth finding. Serving up authentic Tico food every day, you’ll find such favorites as ceviche and grilled mahi mahi, either lightly breaded or served in lemon butter sauce. Many seafood dishes are available, but the staff is highly accommodating to vegans and vegetarians as well.
- Open: Daily for breakfast until late
- Price range: low
- Payment accepted: cash
- Location: Follow the road to Potrero out of Flamingo. As you come upon a sharp turn where the road leaves the beach, turn onto the beach instead. Walk about 100 meters and you’ll see a place called “Plaemar.” Turn onto the alley next to it and follow the lane to the right. You’ll find us at the end of the road!
- Contact info: (506) 2654-4607
Serving up authentic Costa Rican cuisine, this ocean-front restaurant is the perfect place for a tasty lunch or an incredible sunset dinner. With local favorites such as rice and beans, ceviche and casados, you’ll get a great taste of Guanacaste’s traditional fares, or bring in your own catch of the day and they’ll cook it to perfection for you. If you didn’t have much luck in your fishing ventures, the whole grilled red snapper is a guest favorite, and the constant ocean breeze paired with your favorite drink will make this place unforgettable.
- Open: Daily, 11:15am to 9:30pm
- Price range: low
- Payment accepted: cash
- Location: You can find Restaurante Pleamar on the cross roads of Potrero and Flamingo Beach, at Banco Nacional Playa Flamingo 100mtrs Oeste, Playa Flamingo 506.
- Contact info: (506) 2654-4521
