Restaurants and Bars in Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica

Fine Dining and Local Cuisine

Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, boasts an array of dining options at our Papagayo restaurants, including exquisite meals, casual poolside comfort foods, beachfront dining, and hand-crafted botanical cocktails, all with stunning views. Catering to every taste and fancy, discover your own specially curated Dining Beyond moment.

Dining & Beyond

We offer a series of secluded dining experiences set within one of the world’s rare dry forests, with stunning views of the pristine ocean. Each luxury dining location on the peninsula is a luxurious haven, blending Costa Rica's natural beauty with world-class and local gastronomy.

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A cozy coffee shop interior at Café Rincón featuri
Coffee House

Café Rincón

Named after the majestic Rincón de la Vieja volcano, Café Rincón celebrates Costa Rica’s coffee and cacao heritage with roasted-to-order brews, artisan chocolates, and vibrant local flavors crafted to delight both curiosity and comfort.
Everyday:
6:00 AM-5:30 PM
Dress Code:
Casual
dining room with tables, chairs, and sunset view
Latin American

Puna

Under Chef Diego Muñoz’s creative direction, Puna fuses Peru’s culinary heritage with Costa Rican freshness. This fine dining experience blends bold flavors and minimalist presentation for a refined take on heritage cuisine in Papagayo.
Everyday:
5:30 PM-10:00 PM
Dress Code:
Smart Casual
Open-air restaurant with tables, chairs, and bar
Mediterranean

Niri Beach Club

Niri, meaning “salt” in Chorotega, is a refined beach escape blending Iberian Peninsula flavors with Costa Rican soul. Enjoy oceanfront dining with grill-forward dishes, natural wines, and vibrant cocktails in an immersive seaside setting in Costa Rica.
Everyday:
9:00 AM-10:00 PM
Dress Code:
Smart Casual
A stylish open-air bar at Brisa with green-tiled c
International

Brisa

Flowing from day to night, Brisa mirrors Nekajui’s rhythm. By day, enjoy light small plates and poolside cocktails; by night, the space transforms into a sophisticated setting for luxury dining in Costa Rica inspired by the flavors of Baja California.
Everyday:
9:00 AM-10:00 PM
Dress Code:
Casual
terrace with tables, chairs, and umbrellas
International

Mirador

With sweeping ocean views, Mirador is a morning sanctuary. The Reserve Breakfast highlights fresh, seasonal ingredients and curated international flavors—each dish thoughtfully crafted to reflect the serene indulgence of mornings in Papagayo.
Everyday:
6:30 AM-11:00 AM
Dress Code:
Casual
A detailed view of Paruro’s omakase seating with m
Asian-Fusion

Paruro

An intimate six-seat omakase blending Asian-Peruvian flavors. Inside Puna, Paruro offers a multi-sensory, chef-led tasting shaped by seasonality and storytelling for an exceptional fine dining experience in Guanacaste. One seating nightly at 5:30 p.m.
Everyday:
5:30 PM-10:00 PM
Dress Code:
Smart Casual
Casona Bar with sofas, the bar and a cozy setting

Casona Bar

A refined Latin-inspired lounge with sweeping Pacific views, this reimagined lobby bar offers floral-infused elixirs crafted from exotic botanicals—an extraordinary flavor journey as captivating as the elegant, oceanfront setting itself.
Everyday:
12:00 PM-9:00 PM
Dress Code:
Casual
Elevated outdoor setting with tent-like structures

ÁMBAR

Perched among treetops, Ámbar is a Papagayo restaurant offering the pinnacle of sunset indulgence. Sip bespoke botanical cocktails as golden light fills the space, where the elevated setting and curated ambiance create an intimate, elegant experience.
Everyday:
4:00 PM-7:00 PM
Dress Code:
Smart Casual
Luxurious indoor bar with chandeliers, curtains

Cooper's

A well-kept secret, reserved for the most adventurous mixology enthusiasts. Here, a first-class beverage program comes to life through masterclasses that celebrate the art of cocktail making, elevated by local ingredients and the very best of Costa Rica.
Everyday:
7:30 PM-11:30 PM
Dress Code:
Smart Casual

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