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’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
Villa Leonor

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
Dominical
All Natural Beauty and Local Flavor! Dominical is the first beach and the gateway to Costa Ballena. This very well known little town has a relaxed atmosphere, and it is a real surfer’s paradise. Dominical’s […]
Uvita, the capital of Costa Ballena, South Pacific Costa Rica
The capital of Costa Ballena is developing very fast, becoming a major shopping and business center in the South Pacific.
Ojochal
We call Paradise our Backyard Ojochal is named after the “Ojoche” tree, also known as the tree of life, as you can use it from root to leaf. Just 15 years ago, one would not […]
What is a gluten-free menu?
What is a gluten-free menu? This protein, wheat in general has been genetically modified in order to have stronger and more efficient crops.
Are Organic Products Healthier?
The requirements and controls to become a producer of organic crops are very demanding. One of them is zero-pollution in the ground, which means the producer has to start working with natural methods such as […]
Fresh Coconut Ceviche
Very easy to make, original recipe for fresh Coconut Ceviche. Adding coconut to this tropical delicacy is a natural thing to do because it balances the marinade’s acidity.
What to do, Where to eat and Where to stay…
South Pacific Costa Rica Beaches, Marino Ballena National Park
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