Wonderful service and amazing food. Get the banana bread ice cream sandwich!!!

Ask for Jason, he’s the best!

We vacationed at the palm beach estates and this restaurant was one of the highlights of our trip. We ordered a different item on the menu each night and every single one was fantastic. Great mix of traditional Costa Rican dishes and more customary options as well for those who are more picky.Our server Jason was absolutely incredible. The staff was considerate, professional, and very attentive e... More

We vacationed at the palm beach estates and this restaurant was one of the highlights of our trip. We ordered a different item on the menu each night and every single one was fantastic. Great mix of traditional Costa Rican dishes and more customary options as well for those who are more picky.Our server Jason was absolutely incredible. The staff was considerate, professional, and very attentive each and every nightIf you are near this area, I would 100% recommend stopping by cafe mar azul. You will not regret it!! Less

Ate here probably over 10 times on our trip. Both breakfast and dinner. Pretty much everything we tried was tasty and a great vibe outside too. The breakfast burrito was highlight for sure. Servers are super friendly as well.... More

Ate here probably over 10 times on our trip. Both breakfast and dinner. Pretty much everything we tried was tasty and a great vibe outside too. The breakfast burrito was highlight for sure. Servers are super friendly as well. Less

WoW un bel endroit un service de feu et le spécial du soir un thon saisi teryaki omg!! Une bouteille de vin à 25$ US j’ai pas vu ça au Costa depuis les deux semaines passées ici! Les prix sont très abordables en comparaison avec tout ce que j’ai vu et wow la qualité !! À essayer!! 80$ US pour la bouteille de vin taco de poisson et spécial du soir soit un thon teryaki avec légumes et riz... More

WoW un bel endroit un service de feu et le spécial du soir un thon saisi teryaki omg!! Une bouteille de vin à 25$ US j’ai pas vu ça au Costa depuis les deux semaines passées ici! Les prix sont très abordables en comparaison avec tout ce que j’ai vu et wow la qualité !! À essayer!! 80$ US pour la bouteille de vin taco de poisson et spécial du soir soit un thon teryaki avec légumes et riz Less

You have to eat here if you are in Playa Grande!!!! You will NOT be disappointed. It is such a great vibe. They also have live music on Sunday nights. It is worth making a reservation for that night so you don't have to miss out.... More

You have to eat here if you are in Playa Grande!!!! You will NOT be disappointed. It is such a great vibe. They also have live music on Sunday nights. It is worth making a reservation for that night so you don't have to miss out. Less

Great place for eating, drinking and having fun!

Best friendly service 😍 great food

Always great food and service. Jason mixes up some good drinks, and Victor will treat you like family. Can't go wrong.

We had a group of 20 stay in palm beach estates for a week. We loved this place! Most of us ate there 6 out of the 7 nights we were there. Victor was awesome!... More

We had a group of 20 stay in palm beach estates for a week. We loved this place! Most of us ate there 6 out of the 7 nights we were there. Victor was awesome! Less

Service was top notch and the food was even better! Would recommend to anyone visiting Playa Grande! Come get your drinks and food from Jorge and Jason!... More

Service was top notch and the food was even better! Would recommend to anyone visiting Playa Grande! Come get your drinks and food from Jorge and Jason! Less

Jorge and Jason are the best

The most delicious food in all of Palm Beach Estates. We went for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinks throughout our four day stay in Tamarindo. Great service and AMAZING food. The mahi-mahi and smoothies are the best. Jorge was great and remembered our names after the first visit.... More

The most delicious food in all of Palm Beach Estates. We went for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinks throughout our four day stay in Tamarindo. Great service and AMAZING food. The mahi-mahi and smoothies are the best. Jorge was great and remembered our names after the first visit. Less

Amazing place for dinner. We went there twice and were not disappointed. I wish I had gone there for breakfast as well. It's the best restaurant in this area. The food is fresh and the atmosphere is relaxed. The staff is very funny and the classic 80s music in the background is perfect. I will come be back!... More

Amazing place for dinner. We went there twice and were not disappointed. I wish I had gone there for breakfast as well. It's the best restaurant in this area. The food is fresh and the atmosphere is relaxed. The staff is very funny and the classic 80s music in the background is perfect. I will come be back! Less

Great place for breakfast if your staying in the area.

Casual, intimate setting,; lovely staff abd wonderful food. Late breakfast, lunch, dinner, and takeout food and beverages have all been delicious and thoughtfully prepared. A place filled with joy. Favorites included shrimp salad, omelets, naturals (fruit smoothies), Nutella and banana smoothie.... More

Casual, intimate setting,; lovely staff abd wonderful food. Late breakfast, lunch, dinner, and takeout food and beverages have all been delicious and thoughtfully prepared. A place filled with joy. Favorites included shrimp salad, omelets, naturals (fruit smoothies), Nutella and banana smoothie. Less

We visit Playa Grande once a year and this is our absolute favorite restaurant! The atmosphere is welcoming, every dish is cooked to perfection and the service is exceptional! If you are close to Playa Grande, it is a must do for your itinerary! Reservations recommended during high season.... More

We visit Playa Grande once a year and this is our absolute favorite restaurant! The atmosphere is welcoming, every dish is cooked to perfection and the service is exceptional! If you are close to Playa Grande, it is a must do for your itinerary! Reservations recommended during high season. Less

There’s a reason this place is so popular: Victor provides amazing service, the food is fantastic and the drinks are very good! This is our second time visiting as a group. The fresh tuna with veggies and mashed potatoes is yummy, the Seabass was fantastic, chicken wings were crispy, and the teriyaki tuna special was excellent. Be sure to look for the resident pet cat who oversees the entire oper... More

There’s a reason this place is so popular: Victor provides amazing service, the food is fantastic and the drinks are very good! This is our second time visiting as a group. The fresh tuna with veggies and mashed potatoes is yummy, the Seabass was fantastic, chicken wings were crispy, and the teriyaki tuna special was excellent. Be sure to look for the resident pet cat who oversees the entire operation! Reservations are recommended. We hope to return on our next visit! Less

Absolutely incredible!!! Fresh delicious food and phenomenal refreshing cocktails. Mar Azul is a must go destination spot!

If you’re in Playa Grande, Cafe Mar Azul is an absolute must-visit! The fish tacos are nothing short of incredible—fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. Pair them with a Piña Colada, and you’ve got a little slice of paradise. The atmosphere is laid-back and inviting, capturing the true essence of Costa Rica! The service is top-notch—friendly, attentive, and welcoming.Mucho gracias to Victor a... More

If you’re in Playa Grande, Cafe Mar Azul is an absolute must-visit! The fish tacos are nothing short of incredible—fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. Pair them with a Piña Colada, and you’ve got a little slice of paradise. The atmosphere is laid-back and inviting, capturing the true essence of Costa Rica! The service is top-notch—friendly, attentive, and welcoming.Mucho gracias to Victor and the team at Cafe Mar Azur. Can’t wait to come back! Pura vida! Less

5 minutos en el lugar fueron suficientes para darnos cuenta de que era un mal lugar para comer.Servicio despectivo, grosero, tanto que decidimos salir.... More

5 minutos en el lugar fueron suficientes para darnos cuenta de que era un mal lugar para comer.Servicio despectivo, grosero, tanto que decidimos salir. Less

Le restaurant était vide et la serveuse nous a demandé de changer de table, ensuite nous souhaitions commander un petit déjeuner pour et un lunch et elle nous a dit que ce n’était pas possible alors qu’il était 10h55. Nous sommes donc partis.... More

Le restaurant était vide et la serveuse nous a demandé de changer de table, ensuite nous souhaitions commander un petit déjeuner pour et un lunch et elle nous a dit que ce n’était pas possible alors qu’il était 10h55. Nous sommes donc partis. Less

Café Mar Azul es maravilloso, los tacos de desayuno, el burrito de desayuno con pinto y el pastel de helado de pan de banano son increíbles, la atención sorprendente, también venden el pan de banano completo o en slices por si quieren llevar, pero el sandwich de pan de banano y helado es definitivamente algo que no se quieren perder.Café Mar Azul is marvelous, the breakfast tacos and the breakfas... More

Café Mar Azul es maravilloso, los tacos de desayuno, el burrito de desayuno con pinto y el pastel de helado de pan de banano son increíbles, la atención sorprendente, también venden el pan de banano completo o en slices por si quieren llevar, pero el sandwich de pan de banano y helado es definitivamente algo que no se quieren perder.Café Mar Azul is marvelous, the breakfast tacos and the breakfast burrito with the traditional Costa Rican pinto and for dessert the banana bread ice cream sandwich, they also sell it in loafs or in slices if you want to take out, bit definitely that banana bread ice cream sandwich is something you don't want to miss out. Less

We are in Costa Rica visiting my parents who live here. This restaurant came highly recommended and my husband and I took our two daughters (age 8 and 9) and my 70yo+ parents for a 6:30pm reservation (we had to go in person to the restaurant two days before to pay a deposit to hold the reservation).We ordered drinks and our girls’ meals as soon as we sat down; and then ordered ours a few minutes ... More

We are in Costa Rica visiting my parents who live here. This restaurant came highly recommended and my husband and I took our two daughters (age 8 and 9) and my 70yo+ parents for a 6:30pm reservation (we had to go in person to the restaurant two days before to pay a deposit to hold the reservation).We ordered drinks and our girls’ meals as soon as we sat down; and then ordered ours a few minutes later (all of the orders were placed by 6:45). At 7:45pm my husband followed up with our waiter for our daughters’ meals, which arrived a few minutes later. At 8:10pm, once my girls had now finished eating their meals and were ready to go home, my husband kindly followed up with our server for the rest of our meals.I was shocked by how rude and disrespectful he was to my husband, threatening to cancel our entire order for being impatient. I have never seen anyone speak so rudely to a patron (and we certainly weren’t wrong for following up).Our meals arrived a moment later, but we were all so upset by the interaction that we packed lost of it up and left.My parents said they have never seen anything like this during their time living here, as the service is always so friendly. Before we left, after paying the bill (with not even a free drink offered) I let them know that the slow service was tolerable - it happens and clearly the place was busy - but I also explained that it’s never okay to speak to someone the way their server did and that ultimately, it was the interaction that was so upsetting, and frankly shocking.I don’t usually write online reviews, but after spending close to $200 and leaving feeling so mistreated, I felt it was worthy of a warning to others that the service may be unpredictable. Less

Service can be slow at times because of the restaurant being so full but it was fully worth the wait. I ate their 5 time in 3 days and I loved every moment of it. I really recommend the breakfast burritos with gallio pinto... More

Service can be slow at times because of the restaurant being so full but it was fully worth the wait. I ate their 5 time in 3 days and I loved every moment of it. I really recommend the breakfast burritos with gallio pinto Less

We were so glad to have cafe mar azul in the playa grande estates where our Airbnb was built located. Food was tasty and well priced. Out family of 4 (including. 2 teenagers) ate 2 breakfasts and 3 dinners there over 2.5 days. Live entertainment on Sunday night was a nice touch. Shrimp burrito was yummy. Wife is vegan and found something to eat every meal. We can also recommend the surf school ne... More

We were so glad to have cafe mar azul in the playa grande estates where our Airbnb was built located. Food was tasty and well priced. Out family of 4 (including. 2 teenagers) ate 2 breakfasts and 3 dinners there over 2.5 days. Live entertainment on Sunday night was a nice touch. Shrimp burrito was yummy. Wife is vegan and found something to eat every meal. We can also recommend the surf school next door - playa surf grande surf school, where we invited our surf instructor Josi to join us after our lessons. Until next time! Less

The food, drinks, and service were awesome! Our server Grace took great care of us too. Would definitely come back!

Repeat customers! Grace and Tracy took great care of us for multiple meals. Food is DELICIOUS and great service.

Lovely restaurant across the estuary in tamarindo. Wings, tacos, burritos, all were delicious, I'll be back!

Great local spot. Food was amazing and service was top notch. I highly recommend checking this place out.

Fantastic food and great service! An amazing experience- thank you

Victor is the best waiter I’ve ever had. He is also excellent at photography. 11/10

We dined at this restaurant several times and were always very satisfied. The traditional dishes, like Casado with fish and Chicken Rice, were perfect—flavorful and well-prepared. The Steak Fajitas were excellent, while the Tuna Steak was good but could have been slightly less cooked (I ordered it medium).Breakfast was delicious. The Huevos Rancheros were tasty, but the real standout was the Bana... More

We dined at this restaurant several times and were always very satisfied. The traditional dishes, like Casado with fish and Chicken Rice, were perfect—flavorful and well-prepared. The Steak Fajitas were excellent, while the Tuna Steak was good but could have been slightly less cooked (I ordered it medium).Breakfast was delicious. The Huevos Rancheros were tasty, but the real standout was the Banana Bread French Toast—an absolute winner! Less

Mar Azul is one of the most amazing experiences I’ve had while travelling.Grace, Tracy, Victor & Jason were stand up servers who always welcomed us with a smile.If you are coming to Playa Grande for a vacation or even just a surf day, you have to stop by Mar Azul.... More

Mar Azul is one of the most amazing experiences I’ve had while travelling.Grace, Tracy, Victor & Jason were stand up servers who always welcomed us with a smile.If you are coming to Playa Grande for a vacation or even just a surf day, you have to stop by Mar Azul. Less

Nice spot on Playa Grande for a bite to eat. We turned up for some late lunch and told we had to sit on the uncomfortable stone tables as all the other tables were reserved - no other groups turned up for the hour or so we were there. Food was good, generous portion sizes and was particularly happy about the 2-4-1 cocktails!... More

Nice spot on Playa Grande for a bite to eat. We turned up for some late lunch and told we had to sit on the uncomfortable stone tables as all the other tables were reserved - no other groups turned up for the hour or so we were there. Food was good, generous portion sizes and was particularly happy about the 2-4-1 cocktails! Less

One of the many gems on playa grande

Great food, atmosphere and staff! What more can you say. Authentic food, great drinks and smoothies as well.

Best restaurant in Playa Grande! The food is delicious, the staff is very friendly. I always visit them and they never disappoint. Truly recommended

I recently dined at Café Mar Azul and it exceeded my expectations in every way as it has always been for more than 3 years. From the moment you walk in, the staff is welcoming and attentive, making sure every detail of the experience is just right. Victor, Jason and Jorge are awesome!The portions are generous, offering great value without compromising on quality. Every dish is thoughtfully prepar... More

I recently dined at Café Mar Azul and it exceeded my expectations in every way as it has always been for more than 3 years. From the moment you walk in, the staff is welcoming and attentive, making sure every detail of the experience is just right. Victor, Jason and Jorge are awesome!The portions are generous, offering great value without compromising on quality. Every dish is thoughtfully prepared, with bold, well-balanced flavors that make each bite enjoyable. Whether you’re looking for a casual meal or a special night out, this place delivers on both taste and experience.Highly recommend for anyone who appreciates great service, satisfying portions, and unforgettable flavors! Less

We ate dinner and breakfast here and enjoyed happy hour drinks during our visit. Great authentic feel, friendly staff and fast service. The chili guaros were especially tasty! Tracy and Grace were fabulous breakfast hosts. We would certainly recommend this restaurant. Pura Vida!... More

We ate dinner and breakfast here and enjoyed happy hour drinks during our visit. Great authentic feel, friendly staff and fast service. The chili guaros were especially tasty! Tracy and Grace were fabulous breakfast hosts. We would certainly recommend this restaurant. Pura Vida! Less

Fantastico!Great value.Tracy and Grace are the best servers ever.The food was fresh, plentiful and wonderful at every single mealtime we came to visit.My only regret is never having room for their famous key lime pie. ( but plenty of room for both the cinnamon buns and banana bread as breakfast appetizers.Can’t wait to come back and enjoy the service and food.... More

Fantastico!Great value.Tracy and Grace are the best servers ever.The food was fresh, plentiful and wonderful at every single mealtime we came to visit.My only regret is never having room for their famous key lime pie. ( but plenty of room for both the cinnamon buns and banana bread as breakfast appetizers.Can’t wait to come back and enjoy the service and food. Less

The casado with sea bass was cooked to perfection. And the banana bread ice cream sandwich was to die for! Great service and lots of fans to keep you cool.... More

The casado with sea bass was cooked to perfection. And the banana bread ice cream sandwich was to die for! Great service and lots of fans to keep you cool. Less

The staff is very friendly and the food is delicious 😋

Grace is great!!!

The two ladies that work in the morning are the best! Great service, super friendly, and great food:) Best spot in all of palm beach estates.

After a long and exhausting 4-hour journey, I arrived at the hostel feeling drained, only to be met with rudeness from the owner. It was disappointing to see a clear contrast in attitude, as he was noticeably friendlier to American guests (perhaps in hopes of receiving tips).This, along with a female staff member at reception at the surf camp next to it, made me feel very unwelcome.However, I wan... More

After a long and exhausting 4-hour journey, I arrived at the hostel feeling drained, only to be met with rudeness from the owner. It was disappointing to see a clear contrast in attitude, as he was noticeably friendlier to American guests (perhaps in hopes of receiving tips).This, along with a female staff member at reception at the surf camp next to it, made me feel very unwelcome.However, I want to highlight that the manager, the Dutch girl and Vidi the surf instructor were absolutely lovely and provided a much better experience.The food was quite bad as well, tacos were a soggy and raw, but to be honest food is really bad anywhere in Costa Rica Less

Great local place. Make a reservation. Live music on Sundays. Casado con mahi

Solid food, _really_ good live music multiple nights a week, board rental place next door. Recommend getting reservations if you're a group.

Grace and Tracey were very helpful and my food was immaculate!!

Ristorante playa Grande il migliore tra quelli provati in diversi anni che vengo in questa Spiaggia. Cucina costaricense di qualità. La Sig.ra Grace molto gentile e disponibile come pure Tracy. Ritornerò sicuramente forse anche stasera... More

Ristorante playa Grande il migliore tra quelli provati in diversi anni che vengo in questa Spiaggia. Cucina costaricense di qualità. La Sig.ra Grace molto gentile e disponibile come pure Tracy. Ritornerò sicuramente forse anche stasera Less

Absolutely the best restaurant in playa grande. Outstanding staff, service, food and atmosphere. Come visit with Miss Grace and Miss Tracy in the morning for breakfast and lunch. Or the boys Jason, Victor and Jorge for dinner and drinks… Uni is the best bar cat around and a local celebrity. The owners Victor and Dawn are the absolute best... More

Absolutely the best restaurant in playa grande. Outstanding staff, service, food and atmosphere. Come visit with Miss Grace and Miss Tracy in the morning for breakfast and lunch. Or the boys Jason, Victor and Jorge for dinner and drinks… Uni is the best bar cat around and a local celebrity. The owners Victor and Dawn are the absolute best Less

We had lunch here today and it was outstanding. All ingredients fresh and very well prepared. The service was also great from Tracy. We will definitely be back. I’m... More

We had lunch here today and it was outstanding. All ingredients fresh and very well prepared. The service was also great from Tracy. We will definitely be back. I’m Less

Fun place! Friendly staff and owner. Enjoyed the meal!

I had breakfast and lunch here. It was delicious. The service was great. Grace and Tracy were both so welcoming and helpful! I will definitely rerun.

Incredible service and food, Tracy and Grace make sure everything was OnPoint!

I ate breakfast at Cafe Mar Azul daily for two weeks during my trip to playa grande. The food is consistently tasty and fresh, and the service (Tracy and Grace) are friendly and attentive. The location is conveniently next to the beach entrance so it makes a great pit stop on your way to surf.... More

I ate breakfast at Cafe Mar Azul daily for two weeks during my trip to playa grande. The food is consistently tasty and fresh, and the service (Tracy and Grace) are friendly and attentive. The location is conveniently next to the beach entrance so it makes a great pit stop on your way to surf. Less

Been going here for years. Best food, drinks, & service in Playa Grande.

Victor and his staff are awesome!

Grace was a wonderful server delivering terrific food!

Cafe Mar Azul offers a fantastic breakfast experience with fresh, local ingredients and breathtaking views. The gallo pinto is perfectly seasoned, and the tropical fruit is incredibly fresh. Friendly service and great coffee make it a must-visit. Whether you want a hearty meal or a light bite, this spot delivers!... More

Cafe Mar Azul offers a fantastic breakfast experience with fresh, local ingredients and breathtaking views. The gallo pinto is perfectly seasoned, and the tropical fruit is incredibly fresh. Friendly service and great coffee make it a must-visit. Whether you want a hearty meal or a light bite, this spot delivers! Less

The food is delicious but the best part is definitely the staff who are so friendly and helpful!

Sehr nettes Café mit sehr netten Service. Grace und das andere Mädchen waren sehr nett und zuvorkommen. Sehr zu empfehlen. 💚

Mar Azul is a highly recommended place to eat . Excellent food and great service. Grace & Tracy are wonderful hosts - always helpful & accommodating special requests. The prices are very fair also... More

Mar Azul is a highly recommended place to eat . Excellent food and great service. Grace & Tracy are wonderful hosts - always helpful & accommodating special requests. The prices are very fair also Less

Every time I am in Play Grande I make my way to Mar Azul. Tracy and Grace for breakfast, and I have to see George for the night shift. The food is always just right for the moment, and the people add that extra something.... More

Every time I am in Play Grande I make my way to Mar Azul. Tracy and Grace for breakfast, and I have to see George for the night shift. The food is always just right for the moment, and the people add that extra something. Less

Tracy and Grace were fantastic. The food was 5 star and the atmosphere was comfortable

Great food served with warm and friendly smiles from Grace and Tracy.

Great casual place. Excellent vibe right by the beach. Delicious Costa Rican food. Grace provided great service at breakfast. Jason also was excellent at dinner.... More

Great casual place. Excellent vibe right by the beach. Delicious Costa Rican food. Grace provided great service at breakfast. Jason also was excellent at dinner. Less

El mejor restaurante en playa grande exelente ubicación atención personalizada y a unos pasos de la playa todo lo que uno quiere para unas perfectas vacaciones con comida y bebidas de calidad... More

El mejor restaurante en playa grande exelente ubicación atención personalizada y a unos pasos de la playa todo lo que uno quiere para unas perfectas vacaciones con comida y bebidas de calidad Less

Grewat place in palm beach playa grande. Grace was so sweet, great to talk to and great service! Definitely recommend

Grace and Gracie were fantastic

Great for young children as there is an area with kid toys.

We had an amazing dinner at this restaurant! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was inviting and the staff were so friendly. The food was absolutely delicious. Each dish was packed with flavour and beautifully presented. We’ll definitely be back soon!... More

We had an amazing dinner at this restaurant! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was inviting and the staff were so friendly. The food was absolutely delicious. Each dish was packed with flavour and beautifully presented. We’ll definitely be back soon! Less

We loved the food here, it was so hot and fresh and vibe was very chill! We will return!

La comida es el mejor! Muchas gracias a Grace y Tracey 💜 PURA VIDA!!

Café Mar Azul is an absolute gem! The food was fresh, flavorful, and beyond delicious—every bite was perfection. The service was just as outstanding; Grace, Tracy, and Jason made us feel so welcome and taken care of. Their kindness and energy added so much to the experience. The music was fantastic, setting the perfect laid-back, beachy vibe. Friendly people, great atmosphere, and an all-around a... More

Café Mar Azul is an absolute gem! The food was fresh, flavorful, and beyond delicious—every bite was perfection. The service was just as outstanding; Grace, Tracy, and Jason made us feel so welcome and taken care of. Their kindness and energy added so much to the experience. The music was fantastic, setting the perfect laid-back, beachy vibe. Friendly people, great atmosphere, and an all-around amazing spot. We can’t wait to come back! Less

I have been coming here for many years, great food and servers. Grace & Tracy are my favorite Servers in all of Playa Grande! They are a great mother daughter combo and work very well together!... More

I have been coming here for many years, great food and servers. Grace & Tracy are my favorite Servers in all of Playa Grande! They are a great mother daughter combo and work very well together! Less

Fabulous food, the best we had in playa grande. Service and staff excellent.

Hands down the BEST restaurant and staff in all of Playa Grande. So delicious and fresh!

Jorge is awesome! Be sure to ask for him if you visit. Highly recommend the fish dishes.

This is the best restaurant in Playa Grande! Victor is the best host, amazing food and an excellent staff! 5 stars!

We have been going here for years - well priced, delicious food & very consistent and great staff. Don’t miss it!!!

Exquisito el atún Atún Teriyaki y el pan de banana con helado..!!

Delight and scrumptious

Amazing vibe, delicious food and very well priced. And the top was the service… thank you Jorge and the crew!!

First off, the positives. Great vibe, great live music. The air is filled with garlic. The place is always busy, reservations are recommended. Service was friendly, and food portions were generous. Prices are “fair”. Negatives: another restaurant with $US price menu, so ridiculous seeing this in a foreign country! Also, if you pay in colones, they will give you an unfavourable rate. Big is... More

First off, the positives. Great vibe, great live music. The air is filled with garlic. The place is always busy, reservations are recommended. Service was friendly, and food portions were generous. Prices are “fair”. Negatives: another restaurant with $US price menu, so ridiculous seeing this in a foreign country! Also, if you pay in colones, they will give you an unfavourable rate. Big issue with me! Expat haven here! We had the fettuccine…very flavourful, but a bit too saucy for my liking. The seared tuna was quite large..:a positive! The problem is, the middle is so rare that it was ice cold. I know it’s suppose to be raw, it it was a large chunk of raw fish. Overall, it’s a good restaurant, but wont be a regular for the pricing/menu structure. Less

I wish I could give this place six stars! Food was delish and service perfect! Pura Vida

We’ve eaten here at least twice a day for the past four days. The food has always been fresh delicious on time. Very filling. We even tried a happy hour. And appetizers and they were just awesome. It’s a very nice place to go. Very friendly staff, and when they see you come all the time they really know who you are and treat you like part of the family... More

We’ve eaten here at least twice a day for the past four days. The food has always been fresh delicious on time. Very filling. We even tried a happy hour. And appetizers and they were just awesome. It’s a very nice place to go. Very friendly staff, and when they see you come all the time they really know who you are and treat you like part of the family Less

The food, service, and atmosphere are amazing at Cafe Mar Azul. We went multiple times because we loved it so much.

La comida es muy buena, también el personal que atiende son muy amables.

Sehr schön und gut. Das Personal ist sehr,sehr freundlich.

The best place you can come to eat, enjoy and have a great time in Playa Grande. Victor and his team take the greatest care to make sure you have the best experience! The food is delicious, the vibes are amazing, and their live music Sundays are so much fun. A must visit spot in Grande!... More

The best place you can come to eat, enjoy and have a great time in Playa Grande. Victor and his team take the greatest care to make sure you have the best experience! The food is delicious, the vibes are amazing, and their live music Sundays are so much fun. A must visit spot in Grande! Less

What a gem of a restaurant!!! Great food, great service, and great live music — Nablo was the best!!!! This was a highlight of our week in Playa Grande!... More

What a gem of a restaurant!!! Great food, great service, and great live music — Nablo was the best!!!! This was a highlight of our week in Playa Grande! Less

A true culinary gem! This restaurant perfectly captures the essence of Costa Rican cuisine with authentic, flavorful dishes made from fresh, local ingredients. The atmosphere is warm, the service impeccable, and the attention to detail makes the experience unforgettable. A must-visit spot to discover the vibrant flavors of Costa Rica at their best. Highly recommended... More

A true culinary gem! This restaurant perfectly captures the essence of Costa Rican cuisine with authentic, flavorful dishes made from fresh, local ingredients. The atmosphere is warm, the service impeccable, and the attention to detail makes the experience unforgettable. A must-visit spot to discover the vibrant flavors of Costa Rica at their best. Highly recommended Less

Thank you Grace and Tracy... Your lovely breakfasts and lunches were delicious and served with a smile! Until next time

Top good service and good value

Nice vibe, friendly service but the food is disappointing. No seasoning at all, as if this place no salt or pepper or any other seasoning knows

Great food. Great service. Playa Grande is not very big & this is the best restaurant on the island so i recommend to do reservations if possible.

I hate to leave a bad review as we only went here once (we had planned to eat here a lot based on recommendations!) but my whole family got food poisoning from the smoothie at this cafe. Major bummer on our one week vacation to Playa Grande :( Only sharing so that others can avoid the same fate! Smoothies are also what made me sick in Thailand…never drink the smoothie!... More

I hate to leave a bad review as we only went here once (we had planned to eat here a lot based on recommendations!) but my whole family got food poisoning from the smoothie at this cafe. Major bummer on our one week vacation to Playa Grande :( Only sharing so that others can avoid the same fate! Smoothies are also what made me sick in Thailand…never drink the smoothie! Less

Been coming here for 7 years and it gets better every visit. Food is amazing and the service is even better🤙.

PLEASE do yourself a service and just eat here when in the area. I guarantee everywhere else you go will be disappointing. This was the only restaurant in Palm Beach Estates that had food anywhere near seasoned, seemingly ran by locals. We ate here 3 times and all the food we received was at a minimum good which cannot be said for the other restaurants in the area, which cater to the tastes of wh... More

PLEASE do yourself a service and just eat here when in the area. I guarantee everywhere else you go will be disappointing. This was the only restaurant in Palm Beach Estates that had food anywhere near seasoned, seemingly ran by locals. We ate here 3 times and all the food we received was at a minimum good which cannot be said for the other restaurants in the area, which cater to the tastes of white tourists. Service is amazing and super friendly and prices are reasonable, nearly half the cost of competing restaurants in the area. Less

Shhhh… this place is great. Grab a loaf of banana bread for breakfast.

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Podwójne espresso spoko, desery również - zwłaszcza sernik, czekoladowe także 🤤

Sehr leckere und große Portionen. Personal sehr schnell und nett. Kostenloses und schnelles Internet.

Happy hour drinks are worth the money. The food options are great for vegetarians and meat eaters as well. Great service - Thanks Jason !

Truly, a gem. The best breakfast I’ve had in years. Great atmosphere. Great people.

The food here was Tasty, Fresh & cooked in a healthy way. We liked it so much that we ate all our meals when at Playa Grande.

My partner got food poisoning from here, as we had been sharing every meal for days until we had breakfast here and he had presumably expired milk in his smoothie. Or it could’ve been the eggs, as in the tacos they were underdone and I couldn’t personally eat it. So I mainly had rice and plantain for a very expensive price. The lady who served us was also very rude when we went to pay, we had be... More

My partner got food poisoning from here, as we had been sharing every meal for days until we had breakfast here and he had presumably expired milk in his smoothie. Or it could’ve been the eggs, as in the tacos they were underdone and I couldn’t personally eat it. So I mainly had rice and plantain for a very expensive price. The lady who served us was also very rude when we went to pay, we had been very nice and when she typed in the cost into the card machine, she forgot to press “enter” or “accept” so when my partner put in his pin, it added on an extra 4 digits to the cost. Which almost could’ve costed our card hundreds/thousands of dollars. He tried to explain to redo it and she just was stubborn and said his card wasn’t working and didn’t try again. He had to get me to come pay and I was nervous to then put my card in, in case she accidentally charged me way more. Thankfully it was fine but the overall experience wasn’t the greatest. I wasn’t going to make a review but my partner had the worst night of food poisoning and gastro, the worst he’s ever experienced. So the kitchen needs to be more aware of its health standards. Less

VERY BAD SERVICE, NOT SUITABLE AS A COWORKING PLACE. I went to this place to work, arrived half an hour before opening and was forced to leave to clean the place. I came back at the same time later because I thought it was the only place on the beach. Terrible service, by a grumpy lady. The place is not suitable for working because the music is too loud, there is only one outlet above the counter... More

VERY BAD SERVICE, NOT SUITABLE AS A COWORKING PLACE. I went to this place to work, arrived half an hour before opening and was forced to leave to clean the place. I came back at the same time later because I thought it was the only place on the beach. Terrible service, by a grumpy lady. The place is not suitable for working because the music is too loud, there is only one outlet above the counter where the heat is unbearable. At one point the internet stopped working, I believe they turned it off :O . My surfer boyfriend can't even take a shower in the establishment. The food is inferior to any soda in Costa Rica and the prices are very expensive! This was the only place in the country where I felt mistreated. Terrible! I suggest you go to Brazil and learn to treat your customers with RESPECT. I also recommend the "Canta" café, which is a few meters away, where there is good service, air conditioning and a coworking space. Muchas gracias pero nunca más! Less

Very good food at reasonable price. Enjoyed the banana cake sandwich.

The most amazing banana bread you will ever have! We traveled back to NY with a loaf to share with our friends and they were left wanting more! The staff were so kind and welcoming! Definitely will be returning 🙏🏽... More

The most amazing banana bread you will ever have! We traveled back to NY with a loaf to share with our friends and they were left wanting more! The staff were so kind and welcoming! Definitely will be returning 🙏🏽 Less

So many thanks to Victor and Jason who work there. I stayed nearby for 4 weeks and by the end of my trip my family wound up at Mar Azul for happy hour pretty much every day. The food was awesome, the banana bread French Toast, the ceviche and the homemade keylime pie are all can't misses (I think over the course of our time there, my family might've finish 2 whole keylime pies ourselves)! As ... More

So many thanks to Victor and Jason who work there. I stayed nearby for 4 weeks and by the end of my trip my family wound up at Mar Azul for happy hour pretty much every day. The food was awesome, the banana bread French Toast, the ceviche and the homemade keylime pie are all can't misses (I think over the course of our time there, my family might've finish 2 whole keylime pies ourselves)! As for the service, they treat you like family there. And my kid really liked the play area and the card games they had. Less

Pulled pork sándwich is amazing

Super friendly. Delicious food. Great atmosphere. Fairly priced.

The breakfast burrito and banana bread French toast are absolutely the best. The only restaurant we visited twice while in Costa Rica

Ended up going twice, the pasta and Mahi mahi were delicious! Best food we had while in Costa Rica for a week. The service is amazing and the workers had a good sense of humor. Well priced as well considering the amount of food we received. Would recommend going! Shout out to Georgie :))... More

Ended up going twice, the pasta and Mahi mahi were delicious! Best food we had while in Costa Rica for a week. The service is amazing and the workers had a good sense of humor. Well priced as well considering the amount of food we received. Would recommend going! Shout out to Georgie :)) Less

Es un lugar con potencial pero definitivamente el café nunca ha sido bueno aparte de frío, demasiada agua y tengo años de ir y por la única razón que lo he hecho es por los huevos rancheros que es lo único que es bueno y recomiendo. Pinto feo también. Las mujeres no saben nada de servicio al cliente especialmente una que usa pestañas postizas.... More

Es un lugar con potencial pero definitivamente el café nunca ha sido bueno aparte de frío, demasiada agua y tengo años de ir y por la única razón que lo he hecho es por los huevos rancheros que es lo único que es bueno y recomiendo. Pinto feo también. Las mujeres no saben nada de servicio al cliente especialmente una que usa pestañas postizas. Less

This was my favorite place to eat while I was in Playa Grande for a week. I tried several menu items and it was all amazing. The banana bread is out of this world! The staff was always friendly. There was live music some nights. Don't miss this if you're in the area!... More

This was my favorite place to eat while I was in Playa Grande for a week. I tried several menu items and it was all amazing. The banana bread is out of this world! The staff was always friendly. There was live music some nights. Don't miss this if you're in the area! Less

La comida es muy rica , los que atienden hay dos muy amables pero los otros dos Jeremy creo se llama y el otro no lo sé no fueron nada amables , pedí un ceviche y me salió un pedazo de servilleta en el y aún así tuve que pagarlo y aún no nos íbamos de la mesa y mi pareja se levantó a pagar y yo me quedé esperándolo en la mesa y dijo un chico creo es uno de los dueños dijo la mesa 4 ya va jalando ... More

La comida es muy rica , los que atienden hay dos muy amables pero los otros dos Jeremy creo se llama y el otro no lo sé no fueron nada amables , pedí un ceviche y me salió un pedazo de servilleta en el y aún así tuve que pagarlo y aún no nos íbamos de la mesa y mi pareja se levantó a pagar y yo me quedé esperándolo en la mesa y dijo un chico creo es uno de los dueños dijo la mesa 4 ya va jalando ( me parece una expresión muy despectiva ) refieriendose a la mesa donde yo estaba . Less

Nice little restaurant in Palm Beach.

My wife and I went there for dinner and were served by Jorge at the bar. We waited over a half an hour for our appetizer, while several tables that arrived (and ordered) long after us received their entrees. When we spoke to our server, we were met with impatience and what appeared to be frustration - we certainly did not feel welcome or comfortable. Based on our experience, I would not recommend... More

My wife and I went there for dinner and were served by Jorge at the bar. We waited over a half an hour for our appetizer, while several tables that arrived (and ordered) long after us received their entrees. When we spoke to our server, we were met with impatience and what appeared to be frustration - we certainly did not feel welcome or comfortable. Based on our experience, I would not recommend with several other great options around. Less

Everything I had here was excellent. Definitely the best restaurant in Palm Beach Estates. I especially loved the Gallo Pinto with Mahi. Large serving and so delicious. The staff is friendly and attentive.... More

Everything I had here was excellent. Definitely the best restaurant in Palm Beach Estates. I especially loved the Gallo Pinto with Mahi. Large serving and so delicious. The staff is friendly and attentive. Less

Perfect chorizo breakfast burrito and pulled pork tacos for lunch. Exactly what one is searching for in a small surf town. Great service too. Try the brownie w/ icecream.... More

Perfect chorizo breakfast burrito and pulled pork tacos for lunch. Exactly what one is searching for in a small surf town. Great service too. Try the brownie w/ icecream. Less

Al lado de la playa y la comida excelente

Great, cute little spot for a quick bite to eat. I love the chips and salsa. I had the mahi mahi salad, bloody mary. The bruschetta wasn't too good, I wouldn't recommend that. I had a moscow mule, that was pretty strong but yummy. This is an outdoor spot which I love. This spot was right next to our Hotel El Manglar right outside of Tamarindo Costa Rica.... More

Great, cute little spot for a quick bite to eat. I love the chips and salsa. I had the mahi mahi salad, bloody mary. The bruschetta wasn't too good, I wouldn't recommend that. I had a moscow mule, that was pretty strong but yummy. This is an outdoor spot which I love. This spot was right next to our Hotel El Manglar right outside of Tamarindo Costa Rica. Less

c'etait un bel endroit pour diner entredeux baignades..bien mangé

Fantastic little outdoor restaurant serving all-fresh delicious food. We stayed in the Playa Grande neighborhood for a week and pretty much ate most of our meals at Cafe Mar Azul. My favorite actually might be the breakfasts! As to the issue some had with the time their order took, one glance back at the kitchen will show you that there is one, maybe two people working their behinds off cooking e... More

Fantastic little outdoor restaurant serving all-fresh delicious food. We stayed in the Playa Grande neighborhood for a week and pretty much ate most of our meals at Cafe Mar Azul. My favorite actually might be the breakfasts! As to the issue some had with the time their order took, one glance back at the kitchen will show you that there is one, maybe two people working their behinds off cooking everyone's meals. This is a small cafe cooking fresh food from scratch and doing it with friendliness & grace. During crowded times like the holidays, it might take a little longer and it may not all come out at exactly the same time. My suggestion - order another of their delicious drinks, sit back, chat with the folks you came with and realize how lucky you are to be on vacation next to a beautiful beach. Less

Best lunch we had our entire time in Tamarindo. The mahi mahi salad was the winner at our table. Tracy and grace are wonderful and very helpful. Perfect location. Lots of shade and breeze after a long hot walk down the beach. I’d eat there every day if I could.... More

Best lunch we had our entire time in Tamarindo. The mahi mahi salad was the winner at our table. Tracy and grace are wonderful and very helpful. Perfect location. Lots of shade and breeze after a long hot walk down the beach. I’d eat there every day if I could. Less

Best Chili Guaro! Service was fabulous, food great and location perfect for us and near the Playa Beach access. We stayed near by and had several meals at different times, all great. Also must order the unique Banana Bread ice cream sandwich, but the Key Lime pie the best anywhere!... More

Best Chili Guaro! Service was fabulous, food great and location perfect for us and near the Playa Beach access. We stayed near by and had several meals at different times, all great. Also must order the unique Banana Bread ice cream sandwich, but the Key Lime pie the best anywhere! Less

Excessively long wait times for food. Like 90 minutes. Then they bring one dish to a party of three. I do understand island time mentality and patience, not my first trip to tropical places. Rude and poor service. Avoid.... More

Excessively long wait times for food. Like 90 minutes. Then they bring one dish to a party of three. I do understand island time mentality and patience, not my first trip to tropical places. Rude and poor service. Avoid. Less

Tienen opciones libre de gluten y todo es riquísimo!!! La atención 1000 puntos 🧡

Everything on the menu is amazing and the staff even more amazing :) definitely recommend to go there, they also have an interesting kids menu and a lot of really good drinks!... More

Everything on the menu is amazing and the staff even more amazing :) definitely recommend to go there, they also have an interesting kids menu and a lot of really good drinks! Less

Had an awesome night. Great dinner, amazing service, and very good music.

Cafe Mar Azul is Amazing, the food and atmosphere are Great Sunday night music is awesome. I can't say enough about it. The owner Victor is Super Cool. Go if you are in the area! Love it!... More

Cafe Mar Azul is Amazing, the food and atmosphere are Great Sunday night music is awesome. I can't say enough about it. The owner Victor is Super Cool. Go if you are in the area! Love it! Less

Sehr gutes Tuna Steak

Sensacional ! O atendimento da Grace e Tracy foram impecáveis ! Os pratos primorosos !!! Vale muito

Asked for suggestion on what dish, we had catch of the day 😀 Fresh tuna - was amazing 🤩 Spaghetti chicken carbonara Fantastic food served here 😍 Didn't even get pictures in before eating food was great 👍... More

Asked for suggestion on what dish, we had catch of the day 😀 Fresh tuna - was amazing 🤩 Spaghetti chicken carbonara Fantastic food served here 😍 Didn't even get pictures in before eating food was great 👍 Less

Cafe Mar Azul was the PERFECT lunch spot while spending the afternoon on Playa Grande. The food was great, and it was, by far, the best Chili Guaro we've had in Costa Rica.... More

Cafe Mar Azul was the PERFECT lunch spot while spending the afternoon on Playa Grande. The food was great, and it was, by far, the best Chili Guaro we've had in Costa Rica. Less

Hidden Gem of Playa Grande. Always a stop on my list when in the area. The chili guaros here are the best in Guanacaste.

Take away Banana bread was fantastic, as was our food and drinks!

We found the waitress extremly rude to our dsughter aged 9. She pulled the dish off the table aggresively because we sent back a poorly cooked dish.

The best tuna teriyaki I had in my life, I totally recomand it! ❤️

No viaje hasta allá si no ha reservado. Hemos manejado hasta Cafe Mar Azul para comer y ver a Los Maes tocar pero nos dieron la mala noticia de que solo con reservacion lo reciben a uno. Muy sorprendidos por la ubicación y porque no vimos nota en el sitio web que mencionara esto. Nos quedamos muy decepcionados porque ni siquiera nos dieran la opción de esperar o volver. Llame antes de ir y se aho... More

No viaje hasta allá si no ha reservado. Hemos manejado hasta Cafe Mar Azul para comer y ver a Los Maes tocar pero nos dieron la mala noticia de que solo con reservacion lo reciben a uno. Muy sorprendidos por la ubicación y porque no vimos nota en el sitio web que mencionara esto. Nos quedamos muy decepcionados porque ni siquiera nos dieran la opción de esperar o volver. Llame antes de ir y se ahorrará el viaje ya que queda muy adentro de Palm Beach. Less

Bien!

Comida e preço com ótimo custo benefício ótimo lugar

THIS PLACE IS THE BEST IN PLAYA GRANDE!! Favorite restaurant & staff by far 💙

Alt var helt perfekt. Super søde mennesker, god mad, og godt udvalg. Vi var der en aften hvor der var live musik, som gjorde det endnu bedre. Det har lidt surferstemning. De var meget generøse med maden, så gode portioner. Gode priser!... More

Alt var helt perfekt. Super søde mennesker, god mad, og godt udvalg. Vi var der en aften hvor der var live musik, som gjorde det endnu bedre. Det har lidt surferstemning. De var meget generøse med maden, så gode portioner. Gode priser! Less

Small cafe but large menu of delicious food! I ordered the Mahi Mahi Taco Salad $12 and (2) Imperial Beers $4 each. Total was $22 USD including a $2 service fee. The Mahi Mahi Taco salad was had a generous amount of fresh ingredients including lettuce, cabbage, cucumbers, carrots, pico de gallo, avocado slices, tortilla strips, black beans and (4) strips of seared fish with a side of ranch style... More

Small cafe but large menu of delicious food! I ordered the Mahi Mahi Taco Salad $12 and (2) Imperial Beers $4 each. Total was $22 USD including a $2 service fee. The Mahi Mahi Taco salad was had a generous amount of fresh ingredients including lettuce, cabbage, cucumbers, carrots, pico de gallo, avocado slices, tortilla strips, black beans and (4) strips of seared fish with a side of ranch style dressing. It was a pleasant change from the traditional Costa Rican cuisine predominately made up of rice and beans. They serve breakfast starting at 8am, lunch and dinner however the kitchen is closed 2:30pm - 5pm. Happy hour runs from 3pm - 6pm. There's a small kids area with toys to keep the little ones occupied. The tiny bar area seats 2 or 3 comfortably on either side. Service was gracious and attentive. Less

Amazing! Jason is super friendly and reliable, the food is always delicious and with big portions, and the happy hour doesn’t disappoint!

Best restaurant in the area. Jason and Victor are great. Happy 6th birthday Cafe Mar Azul.

TERRIBLE PLACE STAY AWAY, UNFRIENDLY, FOOD BURNT, AND I TOOK ONE BITE AND SHE MADE ME PAY FOR IT, EVEN AFTER I TOLD HER IT WAS UNFAIR YO CHARGE ME!

Horrible! Stay away! I ordered food came out black, she wouldn't remove from bill!

I got the tuna teriyaki special and it was probably the best dish I had during my 8 days in Costa Rica. The mango, strawberry banana snoothie was also delicious. I had two! The staff was super quick and friendly. If you're ever in Playa Grande I wouldn't miss this spot! Will definitely eat here again next time I'm back!... More

I got the tuna teriyaki special and it was probably the best dish I had during my 8 days in Costa Rica. The mango, strawberry banana snoothie was also delicious. I had two! The staff was super quick and friendly. If you're ever in Playa Grande I wouldn't miss this spot! Will definitely eat here again next time I'm back! Less

While staying in Palm Beach Estates, we tried a few dining establishments. Cafe Mar Azul was the best in food, service and price. It is close to the beach access so breakfast/brunch was a no-brainer. Smoothies and the best tasting fruit!! Mami & daughter service with a warm smile. Happy hour drinks & snacks-fresh ceviche! The sea bass is a dish that is hard to beat at only $11 for a huge fi... More

While staying in Palm Beach Estates, we tried a few dining establishments. Cafe Mar Azul was the best in food, service and price. It is close to the beach access so breakfast/brunch was a no-brainer. Smoothies and the best tasting fruit!! Mami & daughter service with a warm smile. Happy hour drinks & snacks-fresh ceviche! The sea bass is a dish that is hard to beat at only $11 for a huge filet with steamed veggies & mashed potatoes. And all the cocktails are sooo good. Less

Nice location next to a beach entrance. Smoothies and Acai bowls were refreshing. Be aware this place has a bit of a scam going on where they will place additional drinks on your table not requested (in our case a bottle of water and a juice box for our son), even though we shook our head no and pushed them to the side during our meal. When it came time to pay our bill they were adamant we "accep... More

Nice location next to a beach entrance. Smoothies and Acai bowls were refreshing. Be aware this place has a bit of a scam going on where they will place additional drinks on your table not requested (in our case a bottle of water and a juice box for our son), even though we shook our head no and pushed them to the side during our meal. When it came time to pay our bill they were adamant we "accepted" them even though untouched and forced us to pay for them. We enjoyed our meal, but I'd recommend not trusting a place like this that plays these tourist scam games and go down the street to the other café. Less

Great food, drinks and service with a chill family friendly vibe. The $10 mahi mahi casado might be the best deal on the planet. You can’t even sniff a sandwich in Charlottesville for $10 and here you get a huge portion of fish with great beans and rice, salad, plantains, etc. Definitely recommend this place... More

Great food, drinks and service with a chill family friendly vibe. The $10 mahi mahi casado might be the best deal on the planet. You can’t even sniff a sandwich in Charlottesville for $10 and here you get a huge portion of fish with great beans and rice, salad, plantains, etc. Definitely recommend this place Less

In Costa Rica, a gem is found A restaurant where food abounds From morning's light to evening's close It offers up a meal that glows For breakfast or for dinner fare This place is worth your time and care The prices here are quite a steal And taste is sure to make you feel That every bite you take is right And brings a smile to your delight The flavors dance upon your tongue And leave you feeli... More

In Costa Rica, a gem is found A restaurant where food abounds From morning's light to evening's close It offers up a meal that glows For breakfast or for dinner fare This place is worth your time and care The prices here are quite a steal And taste is sure to make you feel That every bite you take is right And brings a smile to your delight The flavors dance upon your tongue And leave you feeling quite undone So if you seek a place to dine That's tip top and quite divine This restaurant is the place to be A true delight for you to see Less

The vegetarian Casado was a bit pricey ($10), but super delicious! It included gallo pinto, beans, salad, and stir fried veggies. The taco salad ($8), was equally as tasty and filling. It was a good portion. The server, Grace, was really nice and welcoming. Would recommend coming here for lunch! They have happy hour from 4-6.... More

The vegetarian Casado was a bit pricey ($10), but super delicious! It included gallo pinto, beans, salad, and stir fried veggies. The taco salad ($8), was equally as tasty and filling. It was a good portion. The server, Grace, was really nice and welcoming. Would recommend coming here for lunch! They have happy hour from 4-6. Less

Very nice place for breakfast or dinner

Frühstück war top, Abendessen solala… Preisleistung stimmt leider nicht ganz. Was ich sehr eigenartig fand, war das alles in Dollar angeschrieben wird und dann bei der Endabrechnung ein hangeschriebener Zettel mit dem Betrag in Colones gezeigt wurde. Da müsst ihr auf keinenfall Trinkgeld geben, denn bei uns waren gute 13% schon miteingerechnet. Ihr Glück ist es, dass in Playa Grande nur ca. Vi... More

Frühstück war top, Abendessen solala… Preisleistung stimmt leider nicht ganz. Was ich sehr eigenartig fand, war das alles in Dollar angeschrieben wird und dann bei der Endabrechnung ein hangeschriebener Zettel mit dem Betrag in Colones gezeigt wurde. Da müsst ihr auf keinenfall Trinkgeld geben, denn bei uns waren gute 13% schon miteingerechnet. Ihr Glück ist es, dass in Playa Grande nur ca. Vier Restaurants sind;) Less

We ate here a few times for their very lovely breakfast. Also had an evening meal that was fantastic. I had a melt in your mouth tuna dish that was just beautiful. There's a little area for kids with toys and colouring books that was much appreciated. Thanks to Grace (who is lovely) and the team. Hope to be back next year :)... More

We ate here a few times for their very lovely breakfast. Also had an evening meal that was fantastic. I had a melt in your mouth tuna dish that was just beautiful. There's a little area for kids with toys and colouring books that was much appreciated. Thanks to Grace (who is lovely) and the team. Hope to be back next year :) Less

Excelente lugar en Palm Beach. La comida es rica y la atención es buena. El breakfast burrito es delicioso. Recomendado!

This lovely place serves delicious food in a great atmosphere. They have breakfast until 11 and each dish is accompanied by fresh fruits. The best part about it is the location - it’s two minutes from Playa Grande and right next to the surf school. When the cafe is not that crowded, Uracas (the blue birds) fly in and take a sit. But be careful, they might steal some of your fruit!... More

This lovely place serves delicious food in a great atmosphere. They have breakfast until 11 and each dish is accompanied by fresh fruits. The best part about it is the location - it’s two minutes from Playa Grande and right next to the surf school. When the cafe is not that crowded, Uracas (the blue birds) fly in and take a sit. But be careful, they might steal some of your fruit! Less

We really enjoyed our dinner. All the food was very delicious and portion size was excellent. The specials were really good. Staff was very kind and helped us with food allergies. We really look forward to our next visit and meal.... More

We really enjoyed our dinner. All the food was very delicious and portion size was excellent. The specials were really good. Staff was very kind and helped us with food allergies. We really look forward to our next visit and meal. Less

Great food at very reasonable prices. As a family we went to the cafe multiple times given how good the food was

This place was amazing. They are only open for limited lunch and dinner hours and send a lot of people away but all of the food here was awesome. The banana bread ice cream sandwiches are the best.... More

This place was amazing. They are only open for limited lunch and dinner hours and send a lot of people away but all of the food here was awesome. The banana bread ice cream sandwiches are the best. Less

Muy feo el lugar y muy mal trato de parte de las meseras

Super friendly staff that makes you wan to return. We stayed at a near by house and this place was a quick 2 minute walk away. Food is pretty decent, breakfast I found to be better.... More

Super friendly staff that makes you wan to return. We stayed at a near by house and this place was a quick 2 minute walk away. Food is pretty decent, breakfast I found to be better. Less

The food here was the tastiest we found in playa grande. Also was freshly prepared, we kept coming back. The service was friendly and they were very accommodating.... More

The food here was the tastiest we found in playa grande. Also was freshly prepared, we kept coming back. The service was friendly and they were very accommodating. Less

Really not sure how I haven’t reviewed my favorite restaurant in playa grande. This is a great place for breakfast lunch or dinner. Everything is really good but some of my favorites are of course the breakfast burrito that I would put up against any breakfast burrito I’ve had. They always have good fish specials and a really good sleeper is their fettuccine Alfredo. The jalapeño steak is superb... More

Really not sure how I haven’t reviewed my favorite restaurant in playa grande. This is a great place for breakfast lunch or dinner. Everything is really good but some of my favorites are of course the breakfast burrito that I would put up against any breakfast burrito I’ve had. They always have good fish specials and a really good sleeper is their fettuccine Alfredo. The jalapeño steak is superb and all the more typical Costa Rican dishes like Casado are very solid. They also make the best banana nut bread. This restaurant has a great staff and really a great value for the excellent food. This is a must stop in you happen to come to Palm Beach. Less

Our home away from home 💚 we LOVE it here!!! Delicious food, friendly staff, and great atmosphere; what more could you ask for? Highly recommend for everyone!!!... More

Our home away from home 💚 we LOVE it here!!! Delicious food, friendly staff, and great atmosphere; what more could you ask for? Highly recommend for everyone!!! Less

Awesome Cafe, great food, short hours.

Great food at reasonable prices and fantastic serving staff

Deliciosa comida.

Ambiance sympa, cosy. Très grande portion. Mention spéciale pour les assiettes à base de thon, délicieux : thon theriaki, thon aux câpres, thon grillé… toujours avec des petits légumes très bien cuits… personnel adorable... More

Ambiance sympa, cosy. Très grande portion. Mention spéciale pour les assiettes à base de thon, délicieux : thon theriaki, thon aux câpres, thon grillé… toujours avec des petits légumes très bien cuits… personnel adorable Less

This place was really convenient after we went surfing. We asked the woman to make us spicy margs and they were perfect… not too sweet at all. Ordered the tuna tacos and Mahi salad and both were super good and VERY filling!!!... More

This place was really convenient after we went surfing. We asked the woman to make us spicy margs and they were perfect… not too sweet at all. Ordered the tuna tacos and Mahi salad and both were super good and VERY filling!!! Less

Got the tuna and grilled sea bass tacos. Delicious!!

Super friendly owners and staff! Best food we had in Palm Beach Estates. Cannot recommend high enough!!! Spent Christmas here for dinner=traditional Costa Rican meal. So gooooood! Gracias por todo!!!!... More

Super friendly owners and staff! Best food we had in Palm Beach Estates. Cannot recommend high enough!!! Spent Christmas here for dinner=traditional Costa Rican meal. So gooooood! Gracias por todo!!!! Less

Perfect beach side breakfast. Vegetarian friendly. And I'm sure they like omnivores as well! Traditional breakfast with rice and beans, plantains, eggs your way and fruit bowl was all tasty. Huevos rancheros my son had were also very satisfying.... More

Perfect beach side breakfast. Vegetarian friendly. And I'm sure they like omnivores as well! Traditional breakfast with rice and beans, plantains, eggs your way and fruit bowl was all tasty. Huevos rancheros my son had were also very satisfying. Less

Wonderful stop after walking the beach. The tacos were excellent & the service was friendly & helpful. They have an icey-slushy lemonade that was delicious!! We will have to go again!!... More

Wonderful stop after walking the beach. The tacos were excellent & the service was friendly & helpful. They have an icey-slushy lemonade that was delicious!! We will have to go again!! Less

Great food - delicious and good value. Victor & Jason were both really friendly and helpful.

Not friendly, coffee was not hot

Amazing food! Anything on the menu was just great, big portions and quality of all dishes was excellent!! The fish was so fresh and tender. Loved everything, big compliment to the kitchen staff! We would eat here again and again and again !... More

Amazing food! Anything on the menu was just great, big portions and quality of all dishes was excellent!! The fish was so fresh and tender. Loved everything, big compliment to the kitchen staff! We would eat here again and again and again ! Less

Great food, friendly staff. Smoothies are delicious and the banana bread is amazing

Amazing staff, amazing food, felt like family by the end of our stay!! Jalapeño steak is amazing!!!!

Best food in Playa Grande! Definitely recommend their fish entrees, tuna and Mahi, in particular, as well as their desserts banana bread ice-cream sandwich is amazing, as well as their coffee and service!... More

Best food in Playa Grande! Definitely recommend their fish entrees, tuna and Mahi, in particular, as well as their desserts banana bread ice-cream sandwich is amazing, as well as their coffee and service! Less

Ceviche, Casado, Banana bread, and drinks are all incredible. Excellent staff and service!

Fabulous little cafe! Ceviche was on point, fish tacos were fabulous and my little cheeseburger monster said it was the best of many he’d had in CR. Great coffee and cinnamon rolls too!... More

Fabulous little cafe! Ceviche was on point, fish tacos were fabulous and my little cheeseburger monster said it was the best of many he’d had in CR. Great coffee and cinnamon rolls too! Less

Mal Servicio echando del lugar.

We had breakfast and dinner there a couple of times and the food and the service are the best! Sea bass Casado was so good! We miss it already!

Amazing meal!!! Probably one of the best if not the best while we have been here. The kids loved their burger (as did I since they always have something left over). My Sea Bass fish tacos were awesome and my wife loved the grilled shrimp salad. Don't forget to save room for desert. The owner, Grace, makes it fresh daily. The Cinnamon Roll and Carrot Cake were absolutely delicious.... More

Amazing meal!!! Probably one of the best if not the best while we have been here. The kids loved their burger (as did I since they always have something left over). My Sea Bass fish tacos were awesome and my wife loved the grilled shrimp salad. Don't forget to save room for desert. The owner, Grace, makes it fresh daily. The Cinnamon Roll and Carrot Cake were absolutely delicious. Less

Tracy is the best

Very good food, fresh and well prepared with a very friendly staff

Everything at this place is delicious! We ate here several times. The Banana Bread French Toast is a MUST! Also, just the perfect Costa Rican dishes- the plaintains are amazing! Miss it already!... More

Everything at this place is delicious! We ate here several times. The Banana Bread French Toast is a MUST! Also, just the perfect Costa Rican dishes- the plaintains are amazing! Miss it already! Less

They have good food and smoothies. However, when i went back to listen to a band the waiter was rude and said they were not taking anyone else even thought there were two tables open. He was trying to assert his dominance when i pointed to the 2 tables. He was a jerk about it. Not sure if he was having a bad day but if you are in the restaurant business you need better customer service.... More

They have good food and smoothies. However, when i went back to listen to a band the waiter was rude and said they were not taking anyone else even thought there were two tables open. He was trying to assert his dominance when i pointed to the 2 tables. He was a jerk about it. Not sure if he was having a bad day but if you are in the restaurant business you need better customer service. Less

One of the best, freshest & best-priced restos we found in CR. We travelled on a 2 wk self-designed & lead tour of CR by SUV from PG, south to Malpais, to Dominical & Uvita, Puerto Jiminez & Matapalo Beach on the Osa Peninsula, and into Arenal / La Fortuna areas. After 2 weeks all over CR, Cafe Mar Azul holds a very special place in our hearts, and we can't wait to come back. This is one of th... More

One of the best, freshest & best-priced restos we found in CR. We travelled on a 2 wk self-designed & lead tour of CR by SUV from PG, south to Malpais, to Dominical & Uvita, Puerto Jiminez & Matapalo Beach on the Osa Peninsula, and into Arenal / La Fortuna areas. After 2 weeks all over CR, Cafe Mar Azul holds a very special place in our hearts, and we can't wait to come back. This is one of the best restos we found; the food was all ***extremely fresh and well made***, the service excellent and friendly, the vibe chill, and the prices very reasonable. They made the best traditional lime Margarita we had in all of CR. Definitely try the seared tuna, the sea bass, and the ceviche, all amazing. The breakfast burritos are also insane good. The patio itself is really gorgeous, with plants and flowering vines overhead, including some well placed orchids. It's a very chill place, families will come for lunch, etc. When the sun goes down, and the lights come on, with the flowers overhead, it's a very romantic / beautiful chill place to dine. Jason: Hey!! Hope to see you again!! : ) Less

Excellent salsa and chips 🍟

LOVE THIS PLACE! We stayed at the surf camp right by it and ate here a lot. There aren't many restaurant options in this area so thank goodness the food here was good. Get whatever the fried plantains with beans and chicken on top is called - so yummy. The staff here is literally the best. They are always so friendly, spoke to us and corrected our spanish, and made our whole trip better. Also a n... More

LOVE THIS PLACE! We stayed at the surf camp right by it and ate here a lot. There aren't many restaurant options in this area so thank goodness the food here was good. Get whatever the fried plantains with beans and chicken on top is called - so yummy. The staff here is literally the best. They are always so friendly, spoke to us and corrected our spanish, and made our whole trip better. Also a note that we didn't know: gratuities are oftentimes included in the bill, so check that. Even though it was included, we always tipped at least a little more because they definitely deserved it. Less

Victor and crew are amazing! We had 16 people and never a problem being accommodated. For a 7 day stay in Guanacaste, we ate at Cafe Mar Azul at least 5 times for breakfast and/or dinner. Highly recommend their chileguaro "shots". Best ones we found!! The food and atmosphere will not let you down either!! Definitely a high point of our trip. If we make it back down... it's on the list to pop in a... More

Victor and crew are amazing! We had 16 people and never a problem being accommodated. For a 7 day stay in Guanacaste, we ate at Cafe Mar Azul at least 5 times for breakfast and/or dinner. Highly recommend their chileguaro "shots". Best ones we found!! The food and atmosphere will not let you down either!! Definitely a high point of our trip. If we make it back down... it's on the list to pop in and highly recommend it to anyone in the area!! Less

Everything was good, the drinks, the food and OMG you need to try the banana bread ice cream sandwich!!! It was amazing. The staff is so nice and welcoming.... More

Everything was good, the drinks, the food and OMG you need to try the banana bread ice cream sandwich!!! It was amazing. The staff is so nice and welcoming. Less

The owner victor and his family are some of the nicest people in Playa Grande. They run this cute restaurant, serve up some great food (featuring amazing portions) and will give you great recommendations for the area. A must visit if you’re in the area!... More

The owner victor and his family are some of the nicest people in Playa Grande. They run this cute restaurant, serve up some great food (featuring amazing portions) and will give you great recommendations for the area. A must visit if you’re in the area! Less

Mauvais service et bartender malhonnête lors du Happy Hour. Nous avons été arnaqués, ne croyez pas à leur offre de 2x1. C’est notre 3e voyage au Costa Rica et c’est la première fois que cela nous arrive. Continuez votre route et allez ailleurs, il y a de meilleurs endroits à découvrir à Playa Grande.... More

Mauvais service et bartender malhonnête lors du Happy Hour. Nous avons été arnaqués, ne croyez pas à leur offre de 2x1. C’est notre 3e voyage au Costa Rica et c’est la première fois que cela nous arrive. Continuez votre route et allez ailleurs, il y a de meilleurs endroits à découvrir à Playa Grande. Less

Todo muy rico, bien servido y excelente sazón. No volvería a este lugar porque el servicio es muy lento, además me sentí discriminada ya que le dan prioridad y atención más rápida a los clientes de piel clara y que hablan otro idioma que no sea español. Mal ahí.... More

Todo muy rico, bien servido y excelente sazón. No volvería a este lugar porque el servicio es muy lento, además me sentí discriminada ya que le dan prioridad y atención más rápida a los clientes de piel clara y que hablan otro idioma que no sea español. Mal ahí. Less

Very nice. The owner was very cool. Bar tender and servers were great people. I caught two fish spear fishing and they were nice enough to cook them for me. But they don't normally do this.... More

Very nice. The owner was very cool. Bar tender and servers were great people. I caught two fish spear fishing and they were nice enough to cook them for me. But they don't normally do this. Less

This place was wonderful! They had amazing live music, food, drinks, staff and environment. We came several years ago and will continue to visit each time we’re in the area. Perfect everything !... More

This place was wonderful! They had amazing live music, food, drinks, staff and environment. We came several years ago and will continue to visit each time we’re in the area. Perfect everything ! Less

Ate here twice and loved it both times! The portions are huge- great value for your money. We had 4 different entrees and they all were amazing! We especially loved the pasta and fresh sea bass in garlic butter. They have a huge list of yummy desserts too!... More

Ate here twice and loved it both times! The portions are huge- great value for your money. We had 4 different entrees and they all were amazing! We especially loved the pasta and fresh sea bass in garlic butter. They have a huge list of yummy desserts too! Less

Grace is wonderful. The ham egg cheese on a croissant to die for but won't. Need to get banana bread ice cream sandwich. Hummm

Good food but very expensive!!

Delicious food. Family friendly. We enjoyed the daily specials and the happy hour drinks

This place was recommended by our AirBnb host and we are so glad we went! The food was amazing. My husband had the Jalapeno Steak and it was the best steak he's ever had...and this is someone who has eaten at some of the world's best steak houses. We even had a chance to meet the owners on the way out and compliment the chef. The portions are huge, so split an entree or be prepared to eat your di... More

This place was recommended by our AirBnb host and we are so glad we went! The food was amazing. My husband had the Jalapeno Steak and it was the best steak he's ever had...and this is someone who has eaten at some of the world's best steak houses. We even had a chance to meet the owners on the way out and compliment the chef. The portions are huge, so split an entree or be prepared to eat your dinner for breakfast. Although the entire experience was very enjoyable, I would highly recommend this place for the food alone. Less

Convenient spot near the beach at Playa Grande. The portions are generous so you may want to consider sharing a plate with a friend!

Spent quite a bit of time here due to our hotel being next door. Staff always friendly and the portions are huge and delicious.

Breakfast was awesome with a great iced coffee and an incredible cinnamon roll

Best time Ever! Food DELICIOUS 😋.