Karalee and Max's Favourites! We love Grande.

Karalee
Karalee and Max's Favourites! We love Grande.

My Favourite Restaurants

Love this wonderful little cafe for delicious coffee, pressed juices and healthy breakfast and lunches. They also have a lovely little store. The staff will become like family. Our favourite items are tuna poke at lunch, smoothies, and all breakfasts. Now open in the evening and feature special events with music."
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Pots & Bowls
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Love this wonderful little cafe for delicious coffee, pressed juices and healthy breakfast and lunches. They also have a lovely little store. The staff will become like family. Our favourite items are tuna poke at lunch, smoothies, and all breakfasts. Now open in the evening and feature special events with music."
I love this gem... a locals secret scene. The first spot built in Grande. The veranda for dining is lovely. Typical dishes served daily and you enjoy the wrap around deck for dining. Try the patacones with guacamole and a cerveza, or happy hour with Ceviche. You are also welcome to wonder up from the beach after surf to use the pool or hammocks if you are enjoying the restaurant. Rainy evenings we love to dine here... the ambiance is magic.
Hotel Las Tortugas
I love this gem... a locals secret scene. The first spot built in Grande. The veranda for dining is lovely. Typical dishes served daily and you enjoy the wrap around deck for dining. Try the patacones with guacamole and a cerveza, or happy hour with Ceviche. You are also welcome to wonder up from the beach after surf to use the pool or hammocks if you are enjoying the restaurant. Rainy evenings we love to dine here... the ambiance is magic.
Open Air Garden Restaurant- Locals travel far distances to enjoy this favourite. You can walk, bike or drive. Known for it's fabulous pizza... but it's far more than that! It's a must!! We went once per week living there! Enjoy and say hi from Karalee and Max ;)
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El'Huerto Playa Grande
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Open Air Garden Restaurant- Locals travel far distances to enjoy this favourite. You can walk, bike or drive. Known for it's fabulous pizza... but it's far more than that! It's a must!! We went once per week living there! Enjoy and say hi from Karalee and Max ;)
Rip Jack offers Happy Hour- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. It is adjacent the locals path to sunset. RipJack also offers daily yoga classes.
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RipJack Inn
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Rip Jack offers Happy Hour- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. It is adjacent the locals path to sunset. RipJack also offers daily yoga classes.
YOU HAVE TO!!! Yes if you are in Grande you have to say hi to our friends in Grande and enjoy a Taco and a Beer. Right on the beach. Brittany and Scarlet are lovely as are their kids who will be playing there. Just a simple taco Stand. Go for fresh Banana Bread in the morning. :) Say hi from Max and Karalee .
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Taco Star
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YOU HAVE TO!!! Yes if you are in Grande you have to say hi to our friends in Grande and enjoy a Taco and a Beer. Right on the beach. Brittany and Scarlet are lovely as are their kids who will be playing there. Just a simple taco Stand. Go for fresh Banana Bread in the morning. :) Say hi from Max and Karalee .
Worth the trip to Palm Beach for a great Brunch or Lunch! Victor and his staff will take great care of you. Great Daily Specials. Open for Dinner too.
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Cafe Mar Azul
Palm Beach Estates
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Worth the trip to Palm Beach for a great Brunch or Lunch! Victor and his staff will take great care of you. Great Daily Specials. Open for Dinner too.
This is definitely worth the drive!!! Or if you are heading to Flamingo or Brasilito. Dan and Natalia have a wonderful little gem. Fantastic food and service. My favourite is breakfast, and lunch! Must try the coffee !!!! Buy a bag, delicious! Say hi to Dan and Natasha! They are incredible restauranteurs, and lovely humans!!
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Surf Box
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This is definitely worth the drive!!! Or if you are heading to Flamingo or Brasilito. Dan and Natalia have a wonderful little gem. Fantastic food and service. My favourite is breakfast, and lunch! Must try the coffee !!!! Buy a bag, delicious! Say hi to Dan and Natasha! They are incredible restauranteurs, and lovely humans!!
This is a drive to arrive at the most beautiful elegant boutique restaurant in the area. Romantic, stunning... I can't say enough. Worth the price. $20 /per person minimum at Sunset. Valet Parking. Fabulous Restaurant Also. Must be older than 12 to visit. I was their yoga facilitator for two years. Check to see when public yoga is available in the ocean view studio. Taught and filmed Sports Illustrated Bikini edition there <3
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Casa Chameleon at Las Catalinas
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This is a drive to arrive at the most beautiful elegant boutique restaurant in the area. Romantic, stunning... I can't say enough. Worth the price. $20 /per person minimum at Sunset. Valet Parking. Fabulous Restaurant Also. Must be older than 12 to visit. I was their yoga facilitator for two years. Check to see when public yoga is available in the ocean view studio. Taught and filmed Sports Illustrated Bikini edition there <3
This is a drive but perched high above the Bay in Mar Vista Development. Enjoy meals and bring the family to enjoy pools. Frankie is a great chef . Enjoy Sunset after a day of play.
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Gracia At Mar Vista
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This is a drive but perched high above the Bay in Mar Vista Development. Enjoy meals and bring the family to enjoy pools. Frankie is a great chef . Enjoy Sunset after a day of play.
This is a new addition to the Brasilito area and is quickly becoming known as a go to. Argentinian Style.
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Patagonia del Mar
120 Av Central
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This is a new addition to the Brasilito area and is quickly becoming known as a go to. Argentinian Style.

Bar Night Scene

Well this is a crazy must... Get your groceries. Then ask Will or Corina whats going on that week. They feature great live events on week ends. It's a crazy locals favourite. There are local bands, dancing and often Karaoke. Check it out. At least for the experience :)
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Wil-Mart
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Well this is a crazy must... Get your groceries. Then ask Will or Corina whats going on that week. They feature great live events on week ends. It's a crazy locals favourite. There are local bands, dancing and often Karaoke. Check it out. At least for the experience :)

Surf Shops, Lessons and Tours

Great opportunity for all levels to get out and surf. Families, newbies and experts. Great shop with everything you need.
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Frijoles Locos Surf Shop, Lessons and Rentals
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Great opportunity for all levels to get out and surf. Families, newbies and experts. Great shop with everything you need.
WE LOVE THIS LOCAL COMPANY!! Marco and Mariann are a young local family who have created an amazing family friendly business to get everyone out surfing and enjoying the Ocean. Or rent a boogie board, book a tour. These guys got you covered!
YouAreCostaRica, Tours, Lessons and rentals
WE LOVE THIS LOCAL COMPANY!! Marco and Mariann are a young local family who have created an amazing family friendly business to get everyone out surfing and enjoying the Ocean. Or rent a boogie board, book a tour. These guys got you covered!

Magical Playa Grande

Please do not hesitate to contact us or @youarecostarica to help you with any aspects of your stay. Enjoy the magic.
Playa Grande has such a lovely vibe. Slow pace, true Pura Vida Lifestyle. Sunsets are always incredible. Enjoy a cocktail, family play time and watch the sky paint an incredible canvas to rival anything you have ever seen. Miles of beach offer lots of space to relax and unwind. Unrivalled surf for every level. Climb the Rock with the family. Don't forget your camera!! Walk to the right past the rock to Playa Ventanas secluded beach, wander through the tidal pools. Venture even further to find the black Sand beaches of Playa Carbon. Great Snorkelling in this spot. You may have to ask a local how to access it. ;) People are friendly and kind in this community and you will not be bothered by the usual tourist nonsense. Ride beach bikes or walk to almost everything. Great Bistros and options to choose from. Playa Grande stole our hearts 9 years ago, I'm sure you will know why once you are there. Enjoy. It is also known for nesting Leather Back Turtles. Head to the MINAE office for more info.
Sector Playa Grande
Sector Playa Grande
Playa Grande has such a lovely vibe. Slow pace, true Pura Vida Lifestyle. Sunsets are always incredible. Enjoy a cocktail, family play time and watch the sky paint an incredible canvas to rival anything you have ever seen. Miles of beach offer lots of space to relax and unwind. Unrivalled surf for every level. Climb the Rock with the family. Don't forget your camera!! Walk to the right past the rock to Playa Ventanas secluded beach, wander through the tidal pools. Venture even further to find the black Sand beaches of Playa Carbon. Great Snorkelling in this spot. You may have to ask a local how to access it. ;) People are friendly and kind in this community and you will not be bothered by the usual tourist nonsense. Ride beach bikes or walk to almost everything. Great Bistros and options to choose from. Playa Grande stole our hearts 9 years ago, I'm sure you will know why once you are there. Enjoy. It is also known for nesting Leather Back Turtles. Head to the MINAE office for more info.

Sightseeing

Another wonderful hidden gem is Playa Carbon. head to the beach at low tide. Walk toward the rock and venture to Playa Ventanas or right. Keep going all the way to the end of the beach then if low tide walk the tidal pools around (water shoes required) and get to a black sand beach. Explore the tidal pools, snorkel and enjoy.
Playa Carbón
Another wonderful hidden gem is Playa Carbon. head to the beach at low tide. Walk toward the rock and venture to Playa Ventanas or right. Keep going all the way to the end of the beach then if low tide walk the tidal pools around (water shoes required) and get to a black sand beach. Explore the tidal pools, snorkel and enjoy.

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Getting around Grande is Easy for our guests

You can use our beach cruisers for a weekly fee! book through Leeana or book at one of the local shops. Everything is also walkable. Car is recommended at night or for sight seeing. You can have groceries delivered right to your home as well. So it's up to you. Stay and enjoy your paradise or venture of and make it home base.