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Santa Rita Cafe

Tamarindo, Guanacaste · $$

Verified against live sources on July 6, 2026

Family-run cafe and market in Sunrise Plaza, created by a local architect and chef, serving specialty coffee, homemade baked goods and all-day breakfast and lunch. Regulars single out the crispy gallo pinto and fresh bread made in house.

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