We stayed at Hotel Grano de Oro our first and last nights in Costa Rica, so we were close to the airport. After our first night and our first dinner, we couldn't wait to get back for our next stay. The food was SO GOOD - fresh, and authentic. The service was great, and the scenery of the restaurant was... more

What can I say? Excellent food quality, excellent staff, excellent atmosphere, excellent value for our money! One of the best restaurants ever. more

I've been to Grano de Oro for breakfast and dinner and it is amazing food in a beautiful ambiance. I especially like to sit outdoors when the weather is nice, it is so relaxing and pleasant. more

When the cab was taking us through the streets, I was getting nervous. Pulled up front, surprised. Walked through the front door, impressed. After dinner, AMAZED. The restaurant and hotel are absolutely stunning. Service was excellent and the open air courtyard was just beautiful. Every item that our party of four ordered was presented magnificently, and had incredible flavor, texture... more

The other restaurants listed in this grouping aren't in the same class as the Grano de Oro. Both the restaurant and hotel would by my esteem qualify as boutiques. The atmosphere is very classy and is an exceptional place to hold a business meeting or host anyone you'd like to impress. The food is gourmet, and the menú is always... more

Christmas Eve we wished a special dining experience and found it in the gorgeous Hotel Grano de Oro. The ambiance was comparable to the old Palm Court in New York's Plaza Hotel or the Ritz in Madrid. Service excepcional and the food excelent and beautifully presented. An excelent wine was about $15.00. Only disapointment, wished to return for New Year'... more

The restaurant at the Hotel Grano de Oro was fantastic! The food was amazing and the service was excellent. The fact that some mention this place as being expensive needs to be put into context...it is pricier than a lot of places in San Jose, but it is not expensive, per se. Especially when you compare what you get to... more

Nice place, yet food can improve more

The food? Good. Service? So-So. The insult? Unparalleled. I visited El Grano de Oro a few months ago, for my wedding anniversary dinner. I knew it was expensive, (for local standards) but I heard the food was great and the portions would leave you satisfied. We ordered grilled salmon, that came with caviar and vegetables. My surprise was when the... more