Comida tipica, or native dishes, in Costa Rica are all served with black beans and rice. In fact, the national dish is Gallo Pinta - a spanish version of fried rice and beans. For a main dish one can expect any varity of fresh seafood, chicken, or beef. The tropical location of the country provides for side dishes and deserts featuring plantains (sweet bananas), mango, papaya, and many other amazing fruits.

Manuel Antonio/Quepos Restaurants

El Gran Escape

www.elgranescape.com

Cafe Milagro

www.cafemilagro.com/coffees.htm

Playa Hermosa Restaurants

Villa del Sueno Restaurant

www.villadelsueno.com