Eat like a local

Eat Like a Local Around Casa Agave, With Real Spots to Try

One of the richest ways to know Costa Rica is through its food. Around Casa Agave, “eating like a local” means turning to small family-run sodas, seaside restaurants, and casual grills, places where flavor and freshness matter more than presentation. Below are a few recommended spots that combine genuine Costa Rican vibe, fresh seafood, and local hospitality.

Local Favorites Worth Visiting

• Soda Brasilito — A modest, family-run place offering traditional “casados”, fresh seafood platters and homemade juices. Great for a relaxed, affordable lunch or dinner after the beach1

• Patagonia Del Mar — Located in Brasilito, this restaurant serves excellent seafood (ceviche, grilled fish) and offers a casual but slightly more refined dining atmosphere. Ideal for a laid-back dinner with good food and ambiance

• Pangas Beach Club — For a more elevated seaside experience, this beachfront spot in Tamarindo combines seafood, Costa Rican-style dishes, and a scenic oceanfront ambiance, perfect for sunset dinners and special occasions

• Dragonfly Bar & Grill — A versatile choice in Tamarindo, blending international and local flavors with seafood, steaks, and vegetarian options, suitable when you want more variety but still want to stay in tune with local tastes

What to Expect, The Genuine Costa Rican Meal

• Traditional breakfasts & lunches: Think hearty “casados” = rice, beans, plantains, salad, fresh fish or chicken, often served at sodas like Soda Brasilito.

• Seafood fresh from the Pacific: Grilled fish, ceviche, shrimp or whole snapper, often offered daily depending on the catch (as at Patagonia Del Mar or Pangas).

• Relaxed, barefoot / casual vibe: Open-air seating, simple décor, friendly service, the food experience is earthy, unpretentious, and rooted in local rhythm.

• Shared meals, local drinks, simple pleasures: Expect fresh fruit juices, cold beers, and the easy tempo of coastal living.

Why Casa Agave Makes This Easy

From Casa Agave you’ll have easy access to restaurants in Tamarindo, Brasilito, and nearby coastal towns, giving you authentic dining options without needing fine-dining establishments. After a day on the beach or exploring the coast, you can return to comfort, rest, and plan your next meal with ease.

Eating like a local here means trusting in simplicity, freshness, and tradition, and these spots deliver exactly that.