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Lava Rocks Cafe

La Fortuna de San Carlos, Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica
506-24798039
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

We ate here as part of a package for a tour group and this was one of the best places we've eaten at in our week stay in Costa Rica. We got the traditional Costa Rican dish and it was delicious at a good price and the location is right across from the central park area of La Fortuna. Good... More

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Illinois
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

We stayed at the hotel across the street, so after a day of activities we decided to go with the convenience of having some drinks close by. The place was busy, the drinks were cold and we had a good time. It is cash only, so be prepared before you go. We did not eat anything, so I can't comment... More

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NH
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

We had a late lunch here. Nothing spectacular, but food was decent and service was good. I'm sure there is better in the area though.

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Birmingham, Alabama
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27 restaurant reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2013

The place has a good vibe, we enjoyed the fire show that night by a local guy on the street. The wait staff was very nice and easy going. Food was ok, an American menu. We much preferred the local Tico places nearby, better food and way cheaper prices.

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Portland, Maine
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2013

If you want to eat Americana in Costa Rica, this is your place. It's generic food. Not half as good as the local Tico food. And very expensive. It gets 3 stars because the wait staff is very nice. But my advice, be more adventurous and try another location, like Soda Hormiga. Local food, great prices.

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Overland Park, Kansas
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3 restaurant reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2013

After a day hiking around the Hanging Bridges, this place offered traditional Costa Rican food at a nice price and the cold beer was perfect! Great service, even if their English wasn't very good. That's forgivable however seeing how my Spanish is terrible! :)

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 31, 2013

Really interesting menu and a bit more flair than typical Costa Rican fare. Good drinks, fun atmosphere and great music too. Highly recommend for the area.

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Miami, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 29, 2013

My husband and I loved it, there presentation is nice.Our order has rice shaped in a volcano. thought that was cute. The service was great and fast.

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Cumbria
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10 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 24, 2013

We stopped off at this cafe for lunch - I tried the casado - it was really nice - never tried it before so was a bit unsure however I did try a few more before my holiday was finished just to compare - this was the best one. We had a couple of beers and the price was very... More

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Salmon Arm, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 15, 2013

Foods not fancy but it's good. Be aware that it's 'cash only'. It's situated along the main street in a casual setting.

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