Restaurant

Restaurante Casa Esmeralda

Samara, Nicoya · $$

Verified against live sources on August 13, 2026

Restaurante Casa Esmeralda is a family-run hotel restaurant in the heart of Samara serving fresh seafood ceviche, whole fried fish and traditional Costa Rican casados. It operates alongside a small hotel of the same name a short walk from the beach. The restaurant has served the local community for several years under the same family ownership.

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Approximate location. Restaurante Casa Esmeralda serves the Samara area; contact them for the exact spot.

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