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- BBenvipTampa / Central Florida West •60 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoThis place has the best burgers in CR. Always consistently juicy, cooked to perfection, and served with the truffle fries which are to die for. I mean the service is great, and the steak, salads and seafood are excellent but if you ever have a taste for a great burger, they also provide that.More infoThe Capital Grille - San JoséPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Escazu•5
- AAlejandrovipMexico City •6 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoEverything was great except for a surcharge on additional “salsa” which was both expensive and ridiculous. This details matterMore infoJaguar NegroPrice: Moderate• Mexican• San José•4.9
- FFrequentdinervipWashington, D.C. Area •9 reviews5.0Dined on Nov 13, 2024This is a must-try place. We are staying at the hotel and we’ve eaten here before. An eclectic menu makes for a very interesting dinner. The cocktails are phenomenal. Very creative and very beautiful. As for the service, it is top-notch. Everyone speaks to you whether you’re in their station or not. Our go-to server is Yara. She is amazing. She makes sure you never want for anything and her personality is cheerful, professional, and sincere. Love this place. I highly recommend the Cerviche De Corvina as an app. Delicious. I had the shrimp pasta for dinner, which was delightful. Many shrimp tossed in tagliatelle pasta with a light tomato based sauce. Also delicious.More infoAzotea Calle 7Price: Moderate• Dining Bar• San José•4.7
- BBernarditaCosta Rica •1 review5.0Dined on Sep 21, 2024It's the fourth time I visit Buchon and it's definitely one of the best restaurants in Costa Rica. It is very difficult to find a place that has amazing food, amazing drinks, amazing ambience and service, and amazing prices. No matter what type of food you like, I guarantee you'll have an incredible experience at Buchon. Their menu changes seasonally but it has always delivered and they maintain customer favorites. The burger and cheese cubes are a MUST. If it's your first time visiting, don't worry about parking on the street or with the local guachiman, you're in good hands!More infoBuchon CantinaPrice: Moderate• Wine Bar• San José•4.5
- OTOpenTable DinerCosta Rica •1 review5.0Dined on May 13, 2024Service and the food was really great, attending to our food preferences and very friendlyMore infoOlive Garden AlestePrice: Expensive• Italian• Curridabat•4.5
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Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in San José is Perséfone y Deméter
The best vegan restaurants in San José are Silvestre, Olive Garden Terrazas Lindora and Olive Garden Escazú Village
The best vegetarian restaurants in San José are Olive Garden Escazú Village, Amana and Silvestre
The restaurants with the best service in San José are Gusto Lindora, Factory and Sapore Trattoria
The restaurants with the best ambiance in San José are Gusto Lindora, La Yerbatera and Perséfone y Deméter