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Franco Barrio Escalante

San José, Central Valley · $$

Verified against live sources on July 18, 2026

A specialty coffee and food spot in Barrio Escalante pairing Costa Rican specialty coffee with fresh plates in a designed space. It functions as both a daytime cafe and casual eatery, part of the cluster of cafes that anchor the Barrio Escalante food scene.

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Approximate location. Franco Barrio Escalante serves the San José area; contact them for the exact spot.

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