Dining Around Jaco Beach
Jaco Dining
From Local Sodas to Sunset Dining
Jaco’s dining scene ranges from traditional Costa Rican sodas and casual pizza shops to beachfront seafood, craft breweries, sushi bars, steakhouses and polished international restaurants.
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Zelva Grill & Wine
An elevated dinner destination for premium grilled meats, fresh seafood, chef-driven international dishes, signature cocktails and curated wines.
Zona K Atelier
A polished all-day bistro serving creative breakfasts, international specialties and desserts made with fresh local ingredients in a bright, contemporary room.
Jerah Thai
A lush open-air hideaway for fragrant Thai curries, noodles, stir-fries and fresh rolls, tucked among tropical greenery just off Jaco’s main street.
PuddleFish Brewery
South Jaco’s open-air microbrewery and gastropub pours beer made on site alongside fresh pub fare, brewery games and regular live music.
Lemon Zest
A chef-driven Jaco favorite combining classic technique, modern presentation and fresh local ingredients in an intimate dinner setting.
Graffiti Restro Cafe & Wine Bar
This eclectic Jaco Walk bistro builds a frequently changing menu around fresh local produce, seafood and meats, paired with wine and creative drinks.
Koko Gastro Bar
An open-air beachfront gastro bar pairing creative contemporary dishes and tropical drinks with the breeze, palms and color of Jaco’s nightly sunset.
Mono Verde
A lively main-street restaurant with fusion cuisine, tapas, breakfast, an international wine list and a terrace made for margaritas and people-watching.
Jaco Bar
A lively second-floor pub in central Jaco serving burgers, seafood, cocktails and craft beer with big-screen sports, DJs and live music.
Clarita’s Restaurant
The signature restaurant at Clarita’s Beach Resort pairs breakfast-through-dinner dining with a refined open-air setting and sweeping Pacific views.
Karma Cafe & Restaurant
A 100% plant-based cafe and restaurant turning familiar comfort foods into creative vegan dishes, with Costa Rican coffee and a breezy balcony above town.
Samudio’s Sunset Restobar
A longtime family beachfront restaurant known for Pacific sunsets, fresh seafood, tropical cocktails, weekend brunch and live music.
Cocos Jaco Beachfront
Just steps from the Pacific, Cocos serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and handcrafted cocktails with an easygoing atmosphere and front-row sunset views.
Locals Grill
A casual downtown grill focused on hearty burgers and familiar favorites, with an open-air dining room that works equally well for a quick meal or an easy night out.
D’Corner
A friendly neighborhood sports bar for Costa Rican comfort food, grilled meats, seafood and cocktails, with billiards, foosball and games on screen.
Green Room Cafe
An urban tropical oasis serving brunch through dinner with local and artisan ingredients, creative cocktails, Costa Rican craft beer and frequent live music.
Amancio’s Pizza, Pasta & Drinks
A welcoming Italian restaurant in El Jardin Plaza known for fresh pasta, Mediterranean-style pizza and traditional recipes from across Italy.
Rancho Grande
A rustic open-air rancho in Quebrada Bonita serving grilled meats, ceviche, burgers and bar favorites in a spacious setting that often features live music.
El Manglar Seafood & Grill
A tropical open-air restaurant on Jaco’s north side specializing in fresh ceviche, seafood, grilled meats and premium house cocktails.
El Novillo Alegre
An Argentine steakhouse serving grilled cuts, traditional asado, chorizo and empanadas alongside a broad international wine selection.
Ohana Sushi, Tapas & Bar
A garden-like open-air restaurant combining sushi and Japanese-inspired small plates with cocktails in a colorful, relaxed setting on Calle Hicaco.
Tsunami Sushi
A Jaco sushi institution since 2002, known for California-style rolls, Japanese favorites and an energetic casual atmosphere at Jaco Walk.
The Pizza Shop
A laid-back local favorite for New York-style pizza by the pie or slice, plus wings, sandwiches, craft beer and delivery around Jaco.
Soda La China
A small, garden-surrounded soda near north Jaco serving straightforward home-style Costa Rican plates, natural drinks and daily local favorites.
Jaco Rústico
A central open-air cafeteria where diners choose from a colorful counter of traditional Costa Rican dishes for a quick, affordable and satisfying meal.
Arigato
A relaxed Japanese restaurant serving carefully prepared sushi and fresh seafood dishes in a bright, casual setting on Jaco’s main avenue.
Soda Garabito
A popular local soda with a cafeteria-style counter, generous portions and a broad selection of traditional Costa Rican dishes from breakfast through dinner.
Rancho Manuel
A traditional wooden rancho with a broad menu of Costa Rican favorites, ceviche, seafood, steaks and house-smoked meats.
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