San Jose

Call: 2150539 | Address: Decoplaza Local 9, 200 M Norte de Multiplaza Escazu 838-1260

This is a great place to find the highest quality wine in CR, they carry big names from France mainly but also Argentianian and Chilean.

Categories: Shopping

Call: 506-2289-3217 | Address: 300 meters south of the Costa Rica Country Club

It’d been years since I had had fried mozzarella, and when I ordered some at the Time Out Tavern, I couldn’t resist. Washed it down with some happy hour suds, then tackled one of their Philly Cheese Steaks. OMG. My one-and-only loved the atmosphere and her food, too. I’d suggest that you take time out for the Time Out Tavern. Good stuff!

Categories: Pubs, Bars & Nightlife, Bar

Call: (506) 2222-3232 | Address: Calle 5 Avenida 11

We've stayed the Hotel Dunn Inn a couple different times and have always had a great experience. The Hotel is located close to pretty much anything that you might interested in. The rooms are nice and the price is right. I will be staying here again.

Categories: Hotels & Travel , Hotels

Call: 506-2221-4000 | Address: Central and second Ave. Between 1 & 3

I had heard a lot of good things about the Gran Hotel and read a lot of good reviews. When I recently stayed there I really like the architecture and the location. It's close to everything in downtown San Jose. I had a basic room that was reasonably priced. The overall experience was good. However, the staff that I encountered was not very friendly. I would stay here again especially if was just for a night or two.

Categories: Hotels & Travel , Hotels

Call: 506-2228-6710 | Address: 100 meters South from Atlantis Plaza shopping center

I tend to visit this liquor store daily. No, I'm not that much of a alcoholic, they have stuff other than booze. Actually, they have these handmade sweet plantain chips (¢250) that are awesome. Basically, La Brujao is a convenience store with booze. They have great prices and the staff is friendly. Parking can be rough here, as you pretty much have to back out on to the main road when exiting. This is a great store for quick (in and out) purchases.

Categories: Food & Drink, Beer, Wine & Spirits

Call: 2289-4518 | Address: Escazu center on par with the Red Cross

I use to live just around the corner from Bar Snoopy. So, needless to say, I use to visit them frequently. Unlike the previous reviewer, I've never had any problems with the bar staff trying to over charge me. But, I have had good times with cheap drinks, eats and great conversations. I'll be back in the hood on Thursday and plan on paying a visit to ole Snoop.

Categories: Pubs, Bars & Nightlife, Bar

Call: 2282-9210 | Address: 100 Meters East from Red Cross

I really enjoy the Old West. I must admit, I usually just go here to drink, but I have tried a few bocas. The ceviche is AWESOME. The prices are good and the staff is friendly. Sometime soon I'll have to go and try their steaks and other menu items. When I do, I'll come back and revise this review.

Categories: Steak Houses , Restaurants, Pubs, Bars & Nightlife, Bar

Address: 100 Meters West from Scotia Bank

This a great grocery store. Much less expensive than the Auto Mercado. Expect to find everything you need. They have a great produce section, and meat counter. Mas X Menos is chain store that you can find all over Costa Rica.

Categories: Groceries, Food & Drink

Call: 2288-5807 | Address: 200 meters north of the northeast corner of the Church of Escazu

La Casona de Laly is one of my favorite restaurants in Escazu. You can always expect great food and at great prices. The menu has a bit of something for everyone. Their casados are great, and they have the best arroz con pollo. Most of the dishes are less than $5. Service is sometimes a bit slow but you will over look that when you get your food.

Categories: Restaurants, Costa Rican

Call: 2289-9700 | Address: Old road to Santa Ana in front of Plaza Colonial

I was roaming around Escazu looking for a place to get some food on Christmas day. I've passed by Los Antojitos many times but had not tried them before. They were open today, so I decided to stop. Los Antojitos is a "Mexican" restaurant with a large menu of items you would expect to see and some you would not. I settled on the Super Taco which was actually more like a Chimichanga. It was good and was served with refried black beans and french fires. The beans weren't very good at all. The service did not come with a

Categories: Restaurants, Mexican