Fine dining. Ojochal Restaurants and surrounding area

Restaurants define this part of the Costa Ballena as the culinary destination of the South Pacific. With fine dining ranging from Mediterranean to Indonesian, you are sure to find a great meal. Reserve in advance because people travel from as far as Jacó to dine in a jungle atmosphere.

Visit our Ojochal Section for more information, maps and photos of the area.

Castillo's Kitchen

castillo kitchen

Castillo’s Kitchen is a Chef’s Table concept mastering the evolution of Costa Rican cuisine with fresh ingredients hand-picked by the Chef


Opening hours:
Open all day

Contact:
Calle Perezoso, Ojochal

Pancito Café

pancito cafe, french bakery, ojochal, Ojochal Restaurants

French Specialties, Bakery, Pastry
Breakfast and Lunch with vegan and vegetarian menu


Opening hours:
Monday to Saturday 7 am – 3 pm

Contact:
Plaza Ventanas, Ojochal, Costa Rica

Villa Leonor

Villa Leonor Ballena Beach Club
Restaurant with beach access, pools, and grounds
Fresh seafood dishes and BBQ every Sunday


Opening hours:
Open Thursday to Tuesday 10 am – 8 pm
Reserve for Dinner
Wednesday Closed

Contact:
Km 170 next to Elan at Ballena Beach

Citrus

Citrus, Ojochal Restaurants

Restaurante and Tapas-Bar
Creative Cuisine


Opening hours:
Monday to Saturday 5 pm – 9 pm
Contact:
Plaza Tangara Ojochal

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