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
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Indian Poetry In memory of Woody Dyer, a great free spirit from Bella Vista Lodge, Escaleras-Dominicalito. He did wonders for his community, A role model! He will always be there … always! When I […]
What to do in case of RIP TIDES
Locals understand and heed the risks while many visitors do not because of lack of information, lack of lifeguards at many of the most popular swimming spots and lack of signs. Ocean currents on both […]
What to do in case of EARTHQUAKE
During Remain calm and act in the safest, quickest way. Encourage others to do the same. Stay away from heavy objects and other items that may fall Move to previously identified safe […]
What to do in case of LANDSLIDE
Inspect the land of stability in the landslide area Obey the safety measures of the local authorities Be aware of technological threats that could have occurred (traffic accidents, gas leaks, fires & […]
What to do in case of flood
During Keep watch for sudden increase in turbulence and water level Watch for sudden decrease in water level as an indication that a dam could have formed upstream due to carrying large amounts of materials […]
Public Holidays
January 1 New Year’s Day March 19 St. Joseph’s Day Easter Holy Week April 11 Juan Santamaría Day May 1 Labor Day June Corpus Christi June 29 St. Peter and St. Paul’s Day July 25 […]
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