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The Garden Grill Restaurant and Market: Restaurant Reviews

Entrada a Playa Grande, Primero Casa Mano Derecha, Santa Cruz, GTE. | entrance to Playa Grande, 1st house on right Santa Cruz, GTE., Playa Grande 50308, Costa Rica
506-8979-3469
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Ranked #4 of 13 restaurants in Playa Grande
Price range: $5 - $15
Cuisines: American, Barbecue, Seafood, Costa Rican
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“Great food and very warm and down to earth owner/chef Jason”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 28, 2012

We tried to order as much as we could off the menu to taste everything and nothing disappointed us. And we are picky as we come from New York City! We loved the relaxed atmosphere. If you are staying in Playa Grande this restaurant is a must!

  • Visited March 2012
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Atmosphere
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Food
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“Great Food, Best Price, Casual Costa Rican style”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 17, 2012

We stopped here on our last night in Playa Grande, The surf shop, Frijoles Locos (awesome place/people too) referred us. The food was fabulous, Jason was more than willing to accommodate a few requests from the kids. The Tuna Tower has been mentioned here, ditto that! We enjoyed our last evening in Costa Rica, sitting outside in the evening breeze, listening to the coastal sounds and creatures, a fine meal with beers and wine, chit-chatting with a young guy who is passionate about the Playa Grande, Costa Rica region/lifestyle so much that he moved his family there and does what he loves to do. Many of us only dream of that, Jason is not only doing it but doing an amazing job!

  • Visited April 2012
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Atmosphere
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Food
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Arlington, Virginia, United States
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“best restaurant in Playa Grande”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

Tuna Tower was great. Price was very good, especially compared to anything of similar quality that you could get in Tamarindo. We ate there almost every night of our stay.

  • Visited March 2012
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Atmosphere
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Food
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“Great Dinner”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2012

We had an awesome dinner at the Garden Grill. I think between the 6 of us we ordered everythign on the menu and it was all fantastic. Loved the atmosphere and meeting Jason and his family. Definitely a great place to go.

  • Visited March 2012
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Atmosphere
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Food
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“Made the trip even more amazing!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2012

PLaya Grande in general was an amazing experience, but The Garden Grill made it even better! Small menu, but great options! The tuna tower is not beautiful but delicious and filling! Local vibe and peaceful as you sit outside and still enjoy the Costa Rican sounds and breezes!

  • Visited April 2012
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Atmosphere
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Food
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