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Malehu Coffee

Samara, Nicoya · $$

Verified against live sources on June 18, 2026

A specialty coffee shop in the heart of Samara that roasts its own beans and keeps a pastry chef on staff for fresh baked goods, brunch, and sandwiches. The cuisine leans French and bakery-focused, with espresso drinks and house-roasted coffee. It operates two locations in town and is open daily from 7am to 4:30pm.

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Approximate location. Malehu Coffee serves the Samara area; contact them for the exact spot.

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