Stopped by for a quick lunch. The waterfall garden view is really nice, makes the whole place feel chill. Got the casado, flavors were good but a bit salty for me. Price is a little high though. Still, if you&#39;re in the area and want a decent bite with a view, it works. Service was friendly too.

Stopped by for a quick lunch and grabbed the birria. Came out fast, which I appreciated. The hot sauce they bring when you ask is legit, not that watery stuff. Guac on the side was a nice touch too. Desserts looked good but I didn&#39;t have time to try. Solid spot if you&#39;re in a hurry.

The open-air seating looks way better in person than in the photos. Night lighting makes it cozy. Good spot if you want a chill meal without the fancy price tag.

Stopped here for our last meal in Costa Rica and the arroz con pollo hit the spot. Patacones were solid too. Service was quick, and it&#39;s right by the main park so easy to walk around after.

The buffalo cauliflower tacos were so good&mdash;huge portions and that crunch was on point 🌮 spicy sauce had just the right kick. Would totally come back here with my friends for a casual bite.

Came for the food, stayed for the karaoke. The servers were friendly and helpful, especially with menu recommendations for us English speakers.

The tuna tartare was fresh, avocado on the side worked really well with it. Filet came out tender, cooked exactly how I asked. Place was busy for a Tuesday but we still got our food in decent time. Just wish they&rsquo;d check on the table a bit more, had to flag someone down for water refills.

Service was quick and the staff friendly. Owner came by to explain the menu, nice personal touch. Got my food fast, exactly what I needed for a lunch break.

Stopped by for breakfast near the central park. Had the Gallo Pinto with eggs and coffee&mdash;solid portion for the price. Service was quick, no fuss. Place gets busy but they handle it fine. Good enough if you&#39;re in the area and want something simple before heading out.

Beef tenderloin was tender, but the sauces fell flat. Not really authentic Peruvian flavor. Staff were nice though.

Alejandro at the gift shop sorted me out&mdash;walked me through the promos, let me sample stuff, and helped me pick what I actually wanted. Solid shopping stop.

Stopped by on a rainy afternoon and it was exactly what I needed. Place was quiet, not packed at all. I could actually sit and enjoy my coffee without feeling rushed. Service was fine, nothing fancy, but they left me alone which I appreciate. Just a simple, chill spot to kill some time.

The aji de gallina was solid, really reminded me of home cooking. Ceviche de corvina tasted fresh too. Chicha morada was a nice touch, not too sweet. Place gets busy fast, so go early.

Food&rsquo;s fresh and tasty, no complaints there. Just don&rsquo;t come starving&mdash;takeout took longer than expected. Prices are a bit steep for what it is, but I&rsquo;d still order again.

The arrollado con bacon was really good, chicken stayed moist and that parmesan mushroom sauce was rich. Yuliana took care of us well.

Tandoori dim sum was the standout &mdash; never had that combo before. Butter chicken reminded me of the one I had in Delhi, pretty close. Gulab jamun was sweet and soft, just right. Cocktails are different, in a good way. Parking wasn&#39;t a hassle either, which is rare around here.

The chicken burger here was really good, honestly. It&#39;s a small place, very casual, the kind of spot you just walk into. Only thing is it gets a bit busy and you get some street noise, but for the price, the food is solid. I&#39;d sit by the window and just watch people go by. Comfortable enough for a quick bite.

The steak at this place was cooked exactly how I asked. Medium rare, nice char on the outside. That&#39;s really all I care about. The flavor was solid, seasoned well. Didn&#39;t need any sauce. I&#39;d come back just for that cut.

The breakfast deal (coffee, juice, croissant) for 2400 colones is a solid pick. Colombian empanadas had a nice kick to them.

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