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La Choza de Laurel

400 meters west of the church, La Fortuna de San Carlos, Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica
(506) 2479-7063
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Good for: Child-friendly, Groups, Local cuisine
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
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Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Groups, Local cuisine
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
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NH
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12 reviews 12 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013 NEW

This restaurant has been here since the beginning of the tourist boom in la Fortuna. You can count on a reasonably priced, tasty meal here. You also get a sense that the staff and kitchen practice good hygiene and you won't get sick from the food. Everything is clean. The "frescos" or natural fruit drinks are stupendous. I love the... More

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Lake Charles, Louisiana
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

The service was fine and the food was pretty good. Their prices were decent which made it a nice break from the expensive hotels. Overall its a good place to grab a bite out in the town but nothing to write home about.

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Sheffield, United Kingdom
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35 reviews 35 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

I had the casado here which was excellent. The portions here are massive, I initially thought there was no way I could eat the quantity of food offered, but the quality was good and I had no problems. Dessert was also similar huge, the banana split was served in half a pineapple! Service was good, prices are slightly higher than... More

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La Fortuna de San Carlos, Costa Rica
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16 reviews 16 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2013

While there are lots of good menu options, and prices are on the high end, but not too bad, I thought the food was good but not great...considering it was $22 - $25 a plate for what we ordered. Service was good, and the environment is very comfortable.

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See 8 more reviews by AguasBravasCR for La Fortuna de San Carlos
Toronto
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21 reviews 21 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

Food is great, service is attentive, prices are reasonable. Would definitely go here for a dinner in Fortuna

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San Jose, Costa Rica
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17 reviews 17 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2013

Took my family here last Saturday night, along with a friend with a very restricted diet (no milk, no soy). The waiters and chefs were very helpful to investigate their products and find items that our friend could eat. The rest of us stuck with the typical plate, with rice, beans, plantains, salad, potato dish, and more. For the price,... More

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6 restaurant reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 via mobile

So I wasn't expecting much when we ate here. Setting is unique in a barnyard with traditional dress. Started off with spicy pickled veggies which were too spicy for me. And then they brought out the main course, and boy was it a big plate. Every place I ate at Costa Rica I could easily finish the meal, but this... More

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Denver, Colorado
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13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

Friendly staff, nice ambience. Food portions were large. Tried the Sopa de Pollo, excellent and the Campisino platter. The presentation which is almost always lacking in Costa Rica was not here. I walked away happy and full.

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Seattle, Washington, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Also had them in Guanacaste - YUM! They have this great pickled hot sauce too. Food is just so authentic and delicious. Wish they opened for breakfast.

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Dallas, Texas
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27 reviews 27 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

Service is friendly, I like the open set-up. As usual expect to pay US$12-20/person. Very conveniently located.

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