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Playa Samara, Costa Rica
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Ranked #7 of 40 restaurants in Playa Samara
4.5 of 5 stars 212 Reviews
Cuisines: Costa Rican
Good for: Romance, Large groups, Doing business, Local cuisine, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, Late Night, Dessert
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Good for: Romance, Large groups, Doing business, Local cuisine, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, Late Night, Dessert
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cape cod, MA/naples, FL
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48 reviews 48 reviews
22 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
“Outstanding food and presentation!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 15, 2012

My husband and I ate here just last night and can't say enough positive things about our experience. The atmosphere on the beach is incredible and the service matched the ambience. We both chose the 'surf and turf 2' -- steak and shrimp--and it was delicious along with a tasty, cheesy baked potato and grilled eggplant. Presentation on handmade, wooden platters was unique. We will definitely return!

  • Visited November 2012
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Atmosphere
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Food
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Steamboat Springs, Colorado
1 review
“Genius”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 13, 2012

This is such a creative/genius way to cook. We visited the Manuel Antonio location and it was the perfect spot to watch the sunset. I had a NY strip, cooked to perfection and full of flavor. The potatoe was one of the best I've ever had. Loved it

  • Visited November 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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Leitrim, Ireland
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54 reviews 54 reviews
22 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
“Hidden Gem”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 12, 2012 via mobile

This is really hidden away, we only decided to look for it from TA reviews. Thank you TA excellent food and service.A little walk on the beach however it is lit. The steaks were delicious. Yes its a little expensive compared to others . The portions are a godd size though.Dont miss is. They give you a 20% off voucher for next time too.

    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Atmosphere
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Food
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Brussels, Région De Bruxelles-Capitale, Belgium
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“nice friendly resto”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 11, 2012

Good value for money - not exactly cheap but marvellous place, at the beach. Nicely furbished with wooden chairs, very good meat, excellent calamares, grilled veggies. We also loved your piña colada, margarita and caipi's ;-)!

Visited November 2012
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Playa Samara, Costa Rica
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“very good beef”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 1, 2012

we always go to Lagarto when we feels like eating a good steak! nice location on the beach and under a big tree, nice atmosphere and good service

Visited July 2012
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