Dominical Restaurants and surrounding area
From fine international dining to typical Costa Rican meals, your palate will be pleased. Fusion cuisine is very much “in vogue”. It includes preparing traditional or exotic recipes with all the fresh fruits and crispy vegetables that our area offers. Fresh fish is available at many Dominical Restaurants in Costa Ballena and South Pacific, ask for the special of the day!
Restaurante La Palapa
A place to EAT, DRINK, and RELAX
Grass-fed beef raised on pastures
Tropical fusion cuisine!
In front of the soccer field, Dominical, Costa Rica
Open Monday to Sunday from 12:00 to 8:00 PM
Phone: +506 2787 0046
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Nfusion Bistro
Full bar with refreshing drinks and poolside service!
NFUSION offers a breathtaking view of our tropical Pacific coast overlooking the iconic Marino Ballena Whale’s Tail. Come join us, take in the view with your friends and family, and enjoy a memorable meal.
Opening hours: Monday - Sunday
Breakfast: 7-11 am Lunch: 12-3 pm Dinner: 5- 9 pm
Ballena Tales is an essential free digital magazine in Costa Rica, valid for travelers, residents, and investors covering Costa Ballena in the Canton of Osa in the South Pacific of Costa Rica. It is a fully bilingual, bi-monthly, and full-color digital magazine.
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