Arenas del Mar features two gourmet restaurants famous for their use of seasonal ingredients and local foods featuring Costa Rican Cuisine with an international flavor.

El Mirador Restaurant
El Mirador Restaurant hangs over the Espadilla Beach with its white sand beaches and the sparkling Pacific Ocean and overlooks the spectacular Manuel Antonio National Park. Gorgeous sunsets can be enjoyed along with fantastic fresh lobster, squid, sea bass, and other delicacies at this authentic full-service Costa Rican fusion restaurant.

Breakfast

Whenever you choose to enjoy your breakfast you can look forward to fresh fruits with home - made granola and a bakery basket brimming with a freshly baked display of assorted muffins and breads. A typical Costa Rican breakfast including homemade corn tortillas and Tico farmers cheese, will satisfy your hunger as you enjoy the sounds of the rainforest and the waves below.

See El Mirador Breakfast Menu here.

Lunch

The restaurant offers a completely new lunch experience: you can partake in authentic Costa Rican family style meals, exotic and familiar favorite as well as daily fresh pastries and deserts and a host of natural drinks made from fresh fruit.

See El Mirador Lunch Menu here.

Dinner

Our chef’s philosophy is simplicity with a twist, using authentic Costa Rican recipes and local ingredients in an extensive collection of delicious and innovative dishes.

See El Mirador Dinner Menu here.

Playitas Restaurant and Bar

Situated next to Arenas del Mar’s secluded white sand Playitas beach, guests can choose their favorite drink or cocktail of the day and enjoy the sound of the waves and the sea breezes. We offer light but elegant foods just steps away from one of the world’s most spectacular beaches, surrounded by rain forests with white faced monkeys chattering, Howler monkeys bellowing and above, and sloths lazing in the trees.

See Playitas Restaurant Menu here.

Room Service

You will find an extensive Room Service Menu, catering to your every need and desire. You can choose from appetizers, entrees, snacks, specialty coffees, a selection of teas and desserts all of which you can enjoy in the comfort of your private guest room or suite. Room service beverages include wines, beer & liqueur along with mixer and soft drinks.

See Room Service Menu here.

Private Romantic Dinner

At Arenas Del Mar we enjoy helping honeymoon couples create unforgettable experiences, reason why we would also like to offer you our In-Room Dinner, a romantic option that could definitely be one of the highlights of your stay with us. Dinner includes setting of the ideal atmosphere, private service, 3 course dinner for the two of you and a bottle of house wine.

To enjoy this spectacular service, we recommend making a reservation 48 hours in advance. You can also request the romantic dinner by adding it to the notes section on the reservations form.

You can live this memorable loving experience only for $250 plus taxes which should be pre-paid with your room reservation.
* only available in Ocean View Premium Suites and Ocean Breeze Suites.

Full Board Options

Take advantage of a complete relaxation on your stay with us with our full board options. Lunch at Playitas Restaurant and Dinner at El Mirador include appetizer, main course, desert and one non alcoholic beverage you will be able to choose from our complete a la carte menu. Please ask our Reservations Department for prices.

Playitas Snack Bar    Drinks: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Snacks: 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

El Mirador Restaurant & Bar    Breakfast 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Dinner 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Room Service 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Bar Hours 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Menu prices can vary any time.

El Mirador Bar & Restaurant

Playitas Restaurant and Bar