Encantada Bistro & Bar
Costa Rica
At a glance
Encantada Bistro & Bar, nestled in the coastal town of Esterillos Este, Puntarenas Province, offers a taste of Costa Rica with its oceanfront setting. The establishment blends the laid-back coastal lifestyle with a dedication to fresh, flavorful cuisine inspired by the abundant local ingredients. Guests savor dishes cooked over a signature wood-fired grill, bringing out the essence of traditional Costa Rican flavors and elevated comfort food. Open for both lunch and dinner, the bistro promises nourishing meals that range from hearty plates of Gallo pinto to delicious seafood and perfectly grilled steaks. Vegetarian options are also creatively crafted to ensure everyone can enjoy a vibrant dining experience.
The atmosphere at Encantada is welcoming and relaxed, ideal for travelers, families, and food enthusiasts alike. The breathtaking panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean provide a scenic backdrop for any meal, while the carefully curated menu of handcrafted cocktails complements the dining experience, especially during the daily Happy Hour. This coastal haven is perfect for those looking to gather with friends, family, or fellow travelers to enjoy the region's culinary offerings and the natural beauty of Costa Rica.
Reviews
Encantada has a great menu full of fresh, delicious dishes. The staff is really attentive and knowledgeable. Whether it's just sunset cocktails, lunch or dinner, we had to this delightful place on the beach at least once a week.
We tried the steak and the fish, paired with a Casque Sour, and everything was spot‑on. The restaurant sits right on the beach, giving it a peaceful, relaxing vibe, and the food absolutely delivered. We left genuinely impressed and already planning our next visit.
2025-12-29 We were at this overpriced restaurant yesterday evening: See why I mean this. The experience was not really good. It took forever (more than 30 minutes) to bring us some of the drinks and we couldn't toat together: Of course, somebody will write and tell me that on that evening, a few people didn't show up for work. I don't care: If they open then they serve as promised. The food is tourist oriented, and not really interesting. We had several dishes at our table: 1. Ceviche: a strange watery soup of fish lacking acidity, 2. Yuca fries promised with alioli: No alioli, but a strange kind of thousend island with garlic (one of the fries was burned!), 3. The offer pargo in the menú, but for one strage reason, we couldn't order it, yet, another table got it! They offer of course hamburgers & co. for the I-don't-care-where-I-am tourists. They don't really have good vegetarian or vegan options. The ambiente is marvelous - of course, by the beach. A no-go place for me.
I had dinner there, I had the ceviche de peacado and sirloin tips. Both tasted really good. To drink I had a tequila sunrise and a batido .. the batido really hadn’t a lot of taste. I sat on the beach, although it was pretty there were loads of bugs.. so better sit inside when I was there they were fully booked so it for sure won’t hurt to reserve a table.
