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La Choza de Laurel

400 meters west of the church, La Fortuna de San Carlos, Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica
(506) 2479-7063
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Good for: Families with children, Large groups, Local cuisine
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night, Dessert
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Restaurant details
Good for: Families with children, Large groups, Local cuisine
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night, Dessert
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW via mobile

So I wasn't expecting much when we ate here. Setting is unique in a barnyard with traditional dress. Started off with spicy pickled veggies which were too spicy for me. And then they brought out the main course, and boy was it a big plate. Every place I ate at Costa Rica I could easily finish the meal, but this... More

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Denver, Colorado
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

Friendly staff, nice ambience. Food portions were large. Tried the Sopa de Pollo, excellent and the Campisino platter. The presentation which is almost always lacking in Costa Rica was not here. I walked away happy and full.

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Seattle, Washington, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Also had them in Guanacaste - YUM! They have this great pickled hot sauce too. Food is just so authentic and delicious. Wish they opened for breakfast.

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Dallas, Texas
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2013

Service is friendly, I like the open set-up. As usual expect to pay US$12-20/person. Very conveniently located.

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Denver, Colorado
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2013

We really enjoyed La Choza. The staff at Hotel El Sliencio del Campo recommended it and it was perfect place for our family. We went twice and both times ordered the whole chicken with a side of rice and it was perfect (especially since we'd had a light lunch). The meal also came with tortillas, beans and guac. Very good!

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Champaign, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2013

We were looking for a real authentic costa rican restaurant, and we found it. All I remember is everything on the menu looked good. There were all locals eating there (the best sign of a good place to eat!). We loved it!

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2013

It is set in a big barn, with waitresses in traditional dress. you eat on benches around wooden tables. It felt like it was set up to cater for bus parties wanting a "traditional" feel, but felt very empty with just us and one other party there. Despite the lack of customers, or perhaps because, the service was not very... More

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Verona, Italy
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2013

Very nice location, rapid and good service with smiling people everywhere... Huge plates...!! To be tried once - and twice. Good value for price too. We will surely be back for our next Costarica trip.

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Palm Bay, Florida
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2013

We had dinner here this evening and it was a very good experience. The restaurant is open air with a roof. There are a large number of picnic tables, some seating more than others. The menu is bilingual. Service is average. We ordered combination plates of typical food. There was a lot of food for a little over $10 and... More

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Virginia Beach, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2013

The food was authentic, the waiters dressed in their native attire. Price was reasonable, we really enjoyed the atmosphere and delicious meals.

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