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Benedictus Steak House

La Palma de la Fortuna de San Carlos | frente de Hotel Volcano Lodge, La Fortuna de San Carlos, Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica
+506 2479 1912
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Price range: $3 - $20
Cuisines: Steakhouse, Costa Rican, Central American
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Good for: Families with children, Romance, Doing business, Local cuisine, Outdoor seating, Special occasions, Entertaining clients, Dining on a budget
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Late Night, Dessert
Description: Benedictus is settle in a volcano slope with a unique view to the valley of La Palma de la Fortuna and Monterrey.The restaurant its a beautiful wood building surrounded by pasture land and primary forest overlooking the valley.The lamb, cattle, pork and chicken we serve are breaded free range in the farm and we bring the vegetables from Tapezco a little town two hours away from Fortuna, where Mr. Juan Jose Paniagua, a Pioner in the organic agriculture in Costa Rica, produce the best organic vegetables. We are 800 metros away of the main road that link La Fortuna with the Arenal Lake. The gate its just in Front of the Volcano Lodge Hotel.
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windsor
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2013 NEW

The hike up the mountain is a bit steep but well worth it. My burger was great and my husband's steak was delicious. The prices are not outrageous and the view is great.

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Twinsburg, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

My son and I were in Costa Rica last week and this restaurant was recommended by our hotel. It was actually across the street, but the driveway is pretty long so better if you don't walk. My son is Vegan so we questioned going to a steak house but the food was absolutely outstanding! His dish was very well seasoned,... More

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Louisville, Colorado
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

We had just arrived in La Fortuna and caught a ride to Benedictus Steak House - what a surprise and special treat. The setting (building and view) was exceptional. There weren't many people in the restaurant so we had a chance to talk with the owner and had great service - and the food was outstanding. It's a pretty unique... More

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New York NY
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

More than the food, this place is so unique and so delightful that it will be one of the most memorable meals ever. We drove up there during the day to make reservations (since we were the last reservation of the day to which we came quite late, the prior reservation was a good idea, for without it the kitchen... More

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Greenville, South Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013 via mobile

WOW,what a cool find. The road is not so bad, we did it in a rain storm, but is one lane. The view would have been terrific had it not been cloudy. The waiter was cool, he broke out in salsa dancing, lol. I had blackberry chicken, and the honey had Filet , his was good. The veggies were awesome.... More

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Enges, Switzerland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013 via mobile

The steak was fabulous! The atmosphere very calm with nice music and the views from the high hill. The staff very nice and trying to arrange things as possible (travelling with a three years old boy is not always easy). And the house where the restaurant is it is just a dream. Very nice place. I highly recommend it.

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Fort Worth, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

Lovely warm and intimate atmosphere combined with excellent and well presented fare. The scenic drive to the restaurant is a fitting beginning to the dining experience.

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Malibu, CA
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Don't go if you don't have a reservation. They took our party of 11, put us on the porch and it took over an hour to get a bottle of wine.

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Atlanta, GA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

A cute hidden gem atop a hill with gorgeous views that served a delicious garlic tilapia that just melted in my mouth!:) Very friendly wait staff - definitely recommended!

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New York City, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

We ended a horseback riding tour at Benedictus and loved the atmosphere so much that we made a dinner reservation for the same night. Even though the sun had set, the view was still beautiful. The food is great and we appreciated that it was raised on the property organically. Our server was very friendly and gave us excellent service.

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