Best Lunch Restaurants in San José

12 restaurants available nearby

1. Silvestre

4.6

Exceptional(839)

Price: Moderate

• Latin American • San José

Booked 10 times today

Silvestre is a fine dining restaurant located in the heart of San José, Costa Rica. Chef Santiago Fernández offers a well-thought-out, curated small seasonal menu that brings you the freshest locally sourced ingredients. Silvestre is a worthy stop, as part of your exploration of the city, also perfect for a romantic dinner or to celebrate a special occasion. We also offer an impressive conceptual menú degustación about the Costa Rican soul, its flavors and everything in between.

2. Isolina

4.7

Exceptional(202)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Latin • San José

Booked 7 times today

Ubicado en San José, Costa Rica.Isolina es gastronomía actual en un lugar con historia. Nuestro concepto gastronómico cocina de autor. Una fusión de sabores, con influencias de diferentes regiones gastronómicas, utilizando producto fresco local.

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3. The Capital Grille - San José

5.0

Exceptional(365)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Escazu

Booked 12 times today

Fundado en 1990 en Providence, RI, The Capital Grille es un restaurante de alta cocina conocido por sus cortes de carne añejados en seco, mariscos frescos, una lista de vinos galardonada y un servicio personalizado y profesional en una atmósfera elegante y relajada.

4. Doma Escalante

4.6

Exceptional(173)

Price: Expensive

• International • San José

Booked 3 times today

In the heart of Barrio Escalante, next to the iconic "El Farolito" roundabout, stands DOMA. A house of Costa Rican architecture and Spanish colonial dyes built-in 1945, which was restored for 10 long months; rescuing it from time, updating its design through a colorful façade, and giving it the value it deserves within the neighborhood.Our founders are dreamers, lovers of design, art, and fashion; passionate about cooking and fine dining.Through fresh products and honest flavors, DOMA has created a gastronomic experience with local products that arise at the foot of the volcanoes, the plains, and the Costa Rican mountains. Which are transformed into art thanks to the vision, dedication, and talent of our chefs.DOMA is happy to share this house, a space designed to inspire and encourage creative and entrepreneurial minds to work as a team under a feeling of community and collaboration, with the aim of serving as an oasis in the heart of San José.

5. Jaguar Negro

4.9

Exceptional(1053)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • San José

Booked 13 times today

La experiencia comienza cuando pasas por las puertas de Jaguar Negro y te transportarás a un oasis tropical mexicano con aires relajados y elegancia casual. Primero descubres un jardín secreto rodeado de agua y plantas nativas mexicanas y desde ahí emprendes un viaje sonoro, sensorial y visual que te transportará a México sin salir de Costa Rica. Nuestro menú esta inspirado en la cocina de cantina, en los platillos de tradición y en las técnicas ancestrales que acompañan cada preparación. Todo se disfruta alrededor de una mesa pensada para ser compartida.

6. Amana

4.9

Exceptional(57)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Latin • San José

Booked 7 times today

A modern culinary concept that aims to combine local ingredients with techniques and preparations from across the world.Located in Barrio Escalante, Amana offers an inviting, casual, and warm atmosphere right outside the heart of the capital; paired with creative dishes, attention to detail, and exceptional service.Our kitchen is led by San Pellegrino Young Chef 2024 Regional Finalist (Latam & Caribbean) and Costa Rican winner of the Jeunes Chefs Rôtisseurs: Kenneth Ruiz.Chef's Table available Thu-Sat, seating between 6:30pm and 8:30pm (8 people per night max)

7. Caffe Negroni

4.6

Exceptional(49)

Price: Moderate

• Bistro • Escazu

Booked 13 times today

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8. Olive Garden Escazú Village

4.5

Awesome(1454)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • San José

Booked 24 times today

¡En Olive Garden la generosidad Italiana estará siempre en tu mesa!Sabemos que todo en la vida es mejor en familia y por eso te ofrecemos lo mejor de la comida italiana en un ambiente muy agradable.Podrás disfrutar de nuestros icónicos favoritos, al mejor estilo italiano como son el Fettucine Alfredo, Tour of Italy, Lasagna Fritta y Chicken Parmigiana. Además no podes dejar de probar nuestros ilimitados de sopa, ensalada y lops mundialmente famosos breadsticks.¡Te esperamos en Olive Garden porque aquí todos somos familia!

9. La Divina Comida

4.7

Exceptional(77)

Price: Moderate

• Peruvian • San José

Booked 1 time today

Created by Chef Marco Antonio Ganoza in 2004, in San José. We are a Peruvian Fusion cuisine restaurant created outside of Peru, this gives us a very interesting value, since in that search for the perfect ingredients, we realize that wherever we are we will find everything we need, and that ingredient is called passion for food. kitchen.We are Essential Costa Rica, working hand in hand with local farmers and fishermen.We believe in the value of local, of what is ours and in the contribution of local communities in our products.We are responsible and sustainable with our supplies.We believe that customer service has to be clear and that experience is the only thing that motivates us.When you pass, order the ceviches, the octopus, the portions of main dishes, we recommend them to share, the dishes are large.We are waiting for you at La Divina Comida on Avenida Escazú.

10. Pimento

4.6

Exceptional(23)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Escazu

Enjoy our incredible Italian cuisine and wonderful wines in Pimento. Dine or have lunch in a comfortable atmosphere of Italian style, accentuated by wooden floors and brick ceiling in the grotto. The traditional Italian menu offers a variety of fresh homemade pastas, risottos, fresh fish and seafood, and a large selection of starters, soups and delicious desserts.

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eileen
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Really fabulous meal. Excellent service. The chef even came out to introduce himself. Delicious food. Loved it!
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Doma EscalantePrice: Expensive• International• San José
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4.6
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Benvip
Tampa / Central Florida West •60 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This place has the best burgers in CR. Always consistently juicy, cooked to perfection, and served with the truffle fries which are to die for. I mean the service is great, and the steak, salads and seafood are excellent but if you ever have a taste for a great burger, they also provide that.
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The Capital Grille - San JoséPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Escazu
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5
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Carmen Elena
Mexico City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Amazing, wine pairing culd improve but everything else was amazing
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SilvestrePrice: Moderate• Latin American• San José
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4.6
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Alejandrovip
Mexico City •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Everything was great except for a surcharge on additional “salsa” which was both expensive and ridiculous. This details matter
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Jaguar NegroPrice: Moderate• Mexican• San José
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4.9
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Andres
Costa Rica •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 24 Oct 2024
We had a great experience on a small birthday celebration. Food was great. Fresh and new flavors I don’t usually get in other restaurants. Service was excellent. We will definitely come back. Also really easy to book through OpenTable. Keep up the good food and service!
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IsolinaPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Latin• San José
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4.7

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12 restaurants available nearby

1. Silvestre

2. Isolina

3. The Capital Grille - San José

4. Doma Escalante

5. Jaguar Negro

6. Amana

7. Caffe Negroni

8. Olive Garden Escazú Village

9. La Divina Comida

10. Pimento

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