Nicoya Peninsula Restaurants

Playa de las Artistas is located beachfront in Montezuma; this restaurant is the perfect place for a romantic dinner where you can dig your feet in the sand as you dine. At nightfall tree-stump tables are candlelit and the ocean surf serves as music to accompany your meal. The food is excellent and a new menu is created for each meal. Try the whole fresh fish with rosemary roasted potatoes or stuffed portabella mushrooms. Hours: Mon-Sat: 5pm-10:30pm, Prices: $7-$21, No credit cards, Phone: 642-0920

Cocolores serves international cuisine right on the beach. The salads served with the meals have a mysterious green dressing that is wonderful. Some favorites are the calamari in white wine sauce and shrimp and vegetable shish kabobs. Located in the center of Montezuma. No credit cards. Prices: $5 -$15

Hotel Montezuma is located in Montezuma. Our favorites are the ceviche followed by paella for two. They also serve a variety of sandwiches, salads, and great frozen drinks. During the night the bar fills up and all the nocturnal partiers come out to play. Phone: 642-0258

Soda Las Gemelas is a small family-operated soda with delicious food at bargain prices. The breakfast is a great way to start your day and later, seafood, chicken, and beef are served in casados. Our favorite is the chicken in pineapple sauce. Prices: $3 - $8, Located in the center of Montezuma.

Mambo Café sits in Mal Pais and is a perfect spot to grab a healthy bite such as a veggie burger or smoothie.

At Soda Piedra Mar, fresh fish and gorgeous sunsets are all on the menu. On the beach in Mal Pais. Prices: $3-$12 Phone: 640-0069.

Scruffy’s in Playa Tambor is possibly the best and most expensive international cuisine.

Frank’s Place in Mal Pais is a great option for vacationers on a budget.