Costa Rica: Central Pacific Side

[Foodie149]

I am going to Costa Rica this Winter and was looking for any recommendations for must go to restaurants and foodie spots (markets etc.).

I am centralized around Jaco but am hoping to travel around the surrounding area, perhaps to Manuel Antonio.

If anyone has any suggestions let me know! Thanks

[OhioJerry]

On your way to Manuel Antonio you go through the town of Quepos. Stop at El Gran Escape. It's a bar/restaurant. The food is great.

[sweet_polly]

I've been to that area three times in the past five years. It's a beautiful country, but the food down there doesn't generally knock my socks off. I can say that I've had two meals there that were pretty memorable, however.

El Galeon, which is just a couple of miles from Jaco next to the Marriott Los Suenos marina: http://www.lsrestaurants.com/galeon/aboutgaleon.html

Kapi Kapi in Manuel Antionio: http://www.restaurantekapikapi.com/

[Foodie149]

Funny you mention El Galeon, I have been there and agree it is a great meal/experience. Bit I did find it was geared toward the tourists. I aim to find some amazing local gems (markets included).