The burger was solid and the local craft beer hit the spot. Service took a while to get their attention, but once we did, they were friendly.

Stopped by for lunch and grabbed the tuna poke bowl. Big chunks of fresh fish, dressing was on point. Honestly still thinking about it. Price felt fair for what you get. Place was pretty busy but worth it.

The hummus shakshuka was so creamy, I kept going back for more. Fries came out super crispy too. Place had a chill vibe, mostly locals which I liked. Solid spot if you&#39;re craving Middle Eastern food around Santa Teresa. Just wish the pita was a bit warmer, but no big deal.

The octopus and sweet potato main looked almost too pretty to eat. And that eggplant tapa, wow, delicate with a little sweetness. Didn&#39;t expect to like it that much. Cava sangria on the side was a good call. Wish I lived closer to come back for another round.

The smoothies here are really good, I had the matcha latte too and it was solid. Small place, cozy but not fancy. Felt like a neighborhood spot where you can just sit and chill for a bit. Staff knew their menu well when I asked about ingredients. Only thing is it gets a little cramped when it&#39;s busy, but that&#39;s part of the charm I guess.

The courtyard out back is really nice, and the live jazz makes it feel special. Fish tasted fresh, no complaints there. Solid sushi spot for sure.

Loved how chill it was here compared to other beach clubs nearby. Just had a fresh cocktail and watched the sunset. Great spot to relax without the crowd.

The pumpkin ravioli was the best thing we ordered&mdash;fresh and rich. Portion size is decent for the price. Brownie dessert was good too, though the menu&#39;s pretty small.

Loved the candlelit vibe and the music selection. Staff was friendly without hovering. Nice spot to unwind for a relaxed dinner.

The Thanksgiving spread was solid&mdash;turkey and stuffing hit the spot, plus they had live music going. Good spot to bring friends for a chill holiday meal 🦃

Stopped by for drinks and a bite&mdash;the cocktails were well made, not too sweet, which I appreciated. Place is green and cozy, lots of plants and warm lighting. Food was decent, nothing mind-blowing, but the drink pairing made it work. Just note the bill comes with a 10% service charge already added, so it adds up quick.

Stopped by for dinner and grabbed a seat outside under the trees. Panna cotta with caramel and chocolate was the highlight, honestly. Warm vibe, pretty chill spot. Just wish the service was a bit faster, but I&rsquo;d still come back for that dessert.

The seared tuna was spot on. Fresh, cooked just right. That view of the beach is a bonus but honestly the fish alone is worth it.

Ceviche was fresh, big portion too. Good spot to grab a drink and watch the waves. Place gets busy around sunset, so you might wait a bit. But the food holds up. I&#39;ve been here a few times now, it&#39;s consistent. Not fancy, just solid.

Came for cocktails, left happy. Drinks were solid, and the live band made the vibe way better than expected. Nice spot to just chill for a bit. Didn&rsquo;t try the food though&mdash;menu looked kinda pricey for what it is. Maybe next time.

The ceviche roll caught my eye right away &mdash; sushi with a Costa Rican twist, why not. Fish was super fresh, like melt-in-your-mouth fresh. Kind of a small place but that didn&rsquo;t bother me. I&rsquo;d go back just for that roll again. Maybe next time I&rsquo;ll try something else on the menu too.

Felt like we were guests in their home, not just customers. Miguel and his wife really take care of you. The tasting menu was personal and tasty. Just remember to book ahead, only a few tables.

The bruschetta was a solid start, and my chicken shish kebab hit the spot. Cozy spot with an ocean view, service was kind. Just wish the casado had a bit more rice.

Came with five friends and we all dug in. The casado de pescado was solid, fish cooked right and the rice and beans were on point. Arroz con camar&oacute;n had a good amount of shrimp, not stingy. The fresh fruit drinks were the real MVP though, so refreshing. Place was a bit busy but worth it.

Great local spot, laid-back vibe. Caught a live reggae/blues band on Sunday night and my burger was juicy, cooked just right. Service was attentive without hovering.

The live music and karaoke give this place such a Pura Vida feel. Sweet pork chimichanga was solid, and the beer sampler let me try a few of their house brews without committing.

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