Tin-Jo Restaurant (Calle 11, e / Avenida 6-8, San José): what began as a Chinese restaurant in 1972 has become a popular culinary destination that receives its culinary influences from Thailand, Vietnam and Japan. The menu is full of vegetarian and naturally gluten-free […]
La Bodeguita del Medio (This is the Costa Rican branch of the same Cuba-themed bar that is also found in other countries (including Mexico). A mostly Costa Rican clientele appears here to taste Cuban culture (whether in the form of mojitos, Bucanero brand beer or cigars). Live Salsa bands frequently play here.
Latino Rock Café (south side of La Bomba La Primavera, La California neighborhood, San José): this is San José’s main rock club, which usually organizes local “rock in Spanish” bands (reminiscent of artists like the rocker Colombian Juanes). This place is divided into three areas, creating different environments within the same bar. The […]
Stereo Luv (Via Lindora shopping center, Santa Ana, San Jose): that covers and lounge located in the modern district of Lindora (on the north side of the Santa Ana highway). The bar has a large main room and a balcony, all furnished with very comfortable and relaxing furniture. Since its opening, it has been a […]
Home Best Lounge and Terrace (Via Lindora Shopping Center, Antiguo Livin, Radial to Belen, Santa Ana, San José): this is an exclusive nightclub for locals and young expatriates (and who want to be young) who want to splurge Bottle service (VIP) Miami Beach style. The […]
Rapsodia Lounge Bar (Calle 40, west of the BCR in Paseo Colón, San José): this modern nightclub competes for the same “Miami” crowd that usually goes to the Luxe Lounge. The music played here varies according to the nights and the DJs Rhapsody offers VIP tables in the back rooms, upstairs and next to the […]
Stiefel Pub (Barrio Amon, 50 Meters East of INS Building, San Jose 1214): for those who are fans of craft beers, this bar is a worthy destination. Visitors who pass through here can taste a variety of craft beers, the 24 that are made in Costa Rica. FYI: “Stiefel” in German means boots, or the […]
Luxe Lounge (adjacent to Play, next to EPA, San Rafael de Escazú, San Jose, Costa Rica): upon entering this club, one could be forgiven for believing that they are in Miami Beach. Luxe Lounge has an impressive large main room that has a large plant […]
Bar El Estebo Wolf (Cuesta de Moras, opposite the Plaza de la Democracia, San José): this is a small club that plays electronic dance music (and has live events from time to time) that attracts the crowd of more of 20 people. Its decoration (a large […]
Cuartel de la Boca del Monte (La California, San Jose) – this is a nightspot that’s typically popular with middle & upper class local college kids. Along with electronic dance music DJing sessions, there are also live Reggae and “rock in spanish” events held here.