Restaurants and cafes in Playas del Coco & Hermosa

Fine dining, beach bars, local sodas, and cafes worth your time. Every listing checked against live sources.

Playas del Coco's dining runs from beach bars in Coco itself to fine dining and a craft brewhouse. Nine verified spots span Coco, Playa Hermosa, and Ocotal, including Citron for fine dining, Coconutz Brewhouse for craft beer, and Father Rooster right on the sand in Ocotal.

Fine Dining $$$

Citron Restaurante

Playas del Coco

Latin fusion and Mediterranean restaurant in the Pacifico retail village in Playas del Coco, with a casual-chic atmosphere. The kitchen leans on fresh, seasonal ingredients and a rotating menu.

Bar & Nightlife $$

Coconutz Brewhouse

Playas del Coco

Sports bar and brewhouse on Ruta 151 in Playas del Coco, home to Angry Goats craft beer and the town's brewery since 2015. It runs many TVs and projection screens for live sports alongside a bar-and-grill menu.

Restaurant $$$

Ginger Restaurant Bar

Playa Hermosa

Asian-inspired tapas bar in a treehouse-style open-air setting, 150 meters south of Villas Sol in Playa Hermosa. Kitchen runs 5pm to 10pm serving small plates influenced by Indian and Southeast Asian flavors, handcrafted cocktails and a New World wine list by the glass, operating since 2003.

Cafe $$

Guayoyo Craft Coffee House

Playas del Coco

Venezuelan-run coffee house at Plaza Costa Mar in Playas del Coco, serving 100 percent Costa Rican coffee alongside in-house pastries and empanadas. Doubles as a co-working spot with air conditioning and wifi, open weekdays 7am to 5pm and weekends 7am to 3pm.

Restaurant $$$

Papagayo Seafood

Playas del Coco

Seafood and lobster restaurant on the main road facing the Coco Beach Hotel in Playas del Coco, open daily from noon to 9pm. Specializes in lobster and fresh catch prepared with both traditional and contemporary methods.

Bakery $

Tico's Bakery

Playas del Coco

Neighborhood bakery on Avenida Central in Playas del Coco offering fresh bread, from traditional baguettes to sweet pastries, alongside coffee. A longtime community gathering spot for locals picking up daily bread.

Restaurant $$$

Verde Salvia Ristorante

Playas del Coco

Italian restaurant in Playas del Coco serving traditional Italian and Mediterranean dishes, including house-made pastas and risotto. It is co-owned by chef Susanna, who also runs a private chef service in the area.

Bar & Nightlife $$

Zi Lounge

Playas del Coco

Bar and restaurant on the main street of Playas del Coco, about 100 meters from the beach, open daily from 11am to 2:30am with happy hour until 7pm. Known for its large dance floor, indoor and outdoor seating, and weekly live music.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I get a nice dinner in Playas del Coco?

Citron Restaurante is the verified fine-dining pick in town, and Ginger Restaurant Bar in nearby Playa Hermosa is a strong second option for a dressier night out.

Is there a brewery or nightlife spot in Playas del Coco?

Coconutz Brewhouse serves craft beer in town, and Coco has more bars and nightlife within walking distance than any other verified spot in this directory.

Where can I eat right on the beach in Playas del Coco?

Father Rooster Beachfront Bar & Grill sits directly on the sand in Ocotal, a short drive from central Coco.

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