Restaurants in Dominical
On the beach, Tortilla Flats is the most happening spot, and its menu features decent fresh-fish dishes and a touch of fusion cuisine. Nearby, the Surf Shak ((tel) 2787-0026) serves up hearty breakfasts, smoothies, and lunch fare. For sushi, look no further than Dominical Sushi ((tel) 8826-7946) in the Rio Mar commercial center, while you’ll find tacos and burritos at Del Mar Taco Shop ((tel) 8428-9050), just off the beach. If you head a bit south of town, you can check out the restaurant at the Hotel Roca Verde, which is usually pretty good for grilled fish, steaks, and burgers.
Soda Nanyoa ((tel) 2787-0164) is a basic Tico restaurant on the main road, just down a bit from the soccer field, serving local food and fresh seafood at good prices.
- Bistro/Fusion
Citrus Restaurante
This trendy local spot mixes culinary influences from far and wide. You can start things off with a clam and chorizo stew in a white wine and garlic broth , or al pastor style shrimp on green tortillas. For a main course, best of the menu is the green curry with egg noodles or beef…$$Nearby Places - French/International
Exotica
Robert and Lucy’s roadside restaurant is the grand dame of Ojochal’s unexpectedly vibrant fine-dining scene. Only a handful of tables are found under the open-air thatched roof, and you’ll definitely want a reservation. Although rooted in classic French cuisine, the menu shows a wide…$$Nearby Places - Microbrewery
Fuego Brew Co.
Perched out on a jungle shrouded area near where the Rio Barú meets the Pacific, this three-level, almost giant treehouse like brewery has quietly become one of Dominical’s go to hangouts. The beer, brewed in the building, is the star here, and there are a handful on tap at any given…$$Around Town - International/Steakhouse
Patron’s Bar & Grill
Patron’s is impossible to miss, with its full-sized Volkswagen bus mounted on a concrete pillar acting as billboard. The menu is that of a casual steakhouse, although in addition to thick cuts of beef you can get ribs, burgers, entree salads, and pastas. Patron’s features a good wine…$Around Town - Fusion
Scala
Why three stars? Top drawer food, and cocktails that are spiced up with local fruits and herbs—easily the best tipples in southern Costa Rica. As for the fare, it’s inspired by the local fish and produce more than it is by any particular culinary tradition. That leads to some mighty…$$Escaleras Village
