We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The Tripadvisor website may not display properly.We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.
RATINGS
Food
Service
Value
Atmosphere

Details

PRICE RANGE
US$8 - US$18
CUISINES
International, Latin, Seafood, Central American
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
View all details
meals, features, about
Reviews (1,085)
Filter reviews
783 results
Traveller rating
333
289
103
39
19
Traveller type
Time of year
LanguageEnglish
More languages
Traveller rating
333
289
103
39
19
Show reviews that mention
All reviews seafood plantain chips happy hour beautiful view beach waiters beers
Sort and selected filters
Sort FilterEnglish
Updating list...
Reviewed March 21, 2023

Great happy hour food and frozen drinks. We never ate "real" dinner here, but the reasonably priced 3-6 happy hour was great.

Date of visit: March 2023
Helpful?
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Reviewed January 31, 2023

Food was ok , ordered the seafood platter (grilled octopus was the star), ceviches were a bit too sweet, and overall not very tasty. Good service, great view and parking right in front.

Date of visit: January 2023
Helpful?
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Reviewed November 21, 2022 via mobile

Service was great! Othered Lobster and was MUCH smaller than when we were here 3 years again. Also prices increased 25%. Disappointing.

Date of visit: November 2022
Helpful?
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Reviewed April 4, 2022 via mobile

Far better than expected, this re ssd's restaurant is staffed by friendly and efficient waiters. And the food is outstanding, starting with complimentary plantain chips. My shrimp ceviche was outstanding....on a par we with the best I've had in Peru. I wish they offered local...cuisine, but the cater to an international clientele.More

Date of visit: April 2022
Helpful?
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Reviewed March 23, 2022

Perfect breezy restaurant on the ocean beach in San Juan Del Sur. Amazing staff and cold beers. The menu has lots to offer and the food is superb.

Date of visit: February 2022
Helpful?
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Reviewed March 15, 2022

We had wonderful lunch and loved the location as it's right on the beach. Our service was good and the beers were really cold! The menu offered a nice variety of seafood; we really enjoyed the mussels.

Date of visit: March 2022
Helpful?
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Reviewed December 23, 2021

Nice restaurant right on the beach! Expensive but delicious! The atmosphere there is great and the waiters wear cute sailor uniforms!

Date of visit: November 2021
Helpful?
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Reviewed December 3, 2021 via mobile

Happy hour all day with cheap drinks and small plates. Right on the beach so a good place to relax..

Date of visit: December 2021
Helpful?
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Reviewed June 12, 2021

The service and food there was great. My wife had the fish and enjoyed it very much. They had a nice food selection and prices were good but a bit higher then the other places.

Date of visit: June 2021
Helpful?
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Reviewed May 9, 2021 via mobile

Very nice restaurant with different varieties from the sea, especially "sopa se mariscos" is amazing. When fishing the restaurant prepared a lunch from Roosterfish and Dorado. What a nice taste.

Date of visit: May 2021
Helpful?1  
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Reviewed December 11, 2020 via mobile

Fish dishes are excellent, especially sopa de mariscos which contains all possible delicious species from the sea. I tried it twice. The prices are a little bit high but it is worth of trying. Service is fast and attentive.

Date of visit: December 2020
Helpful?2  
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Reviewed July 10, 2020

I love El Timon. The larger than life hammock, the very kind waitstaff in their very cute sailor uniforms and one of my favorite happy hour menus! All of the food here is really yummy. Don't come starving the kitchen is very slow but i'm...always happy with my meal.More

Date of visit: July 2020
Helpful?
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Reviewed March 16, 2020 via mobile

Excellent restaurant. Excellent service. Excellent food. Comes across as an above average restaurant, from the uniformed waiters to the presentation of the meals. A little higher priced than I usually like but well worth it.

Date of visit: November 2019
Helpful?
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Reviewed March 1, 2020 via mobile

I enjoyed both delicious food, which was grilled fish, wish rice, beans, and a small salad. The fish was well seasoned!

Date of visit: February 2020
Helpful?
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Reviewed February 26, 2020

I have generally stayed away from El Timon on previous visits. I am not a fan of the loud music from the other local outlets. However, my wife insisted we go there as our final dinner in SJDS. I had the seafood soup, which was...very good. Service was very good as well. You pay a premium for the central location and beach setting, but still is acceptable. I will return to this facility in the future.More

Date of visit: February 2020
Helpful?
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
View more reviews
Best nearby
Best nearby hotelsSee all
Hotel Casablanca
82 reviews
.07 km away
La Estacion
61 reviews
.11 km away
Estrella Beachfront Hotel
11 reviews
.12 km away
Rositas Hotel
182 reviews
.14 km away
Best nearby restaurantsSee all
Dale Pues
429 reviews
.15 km away
Nacho San Juan Del Sur
546 reviews
.14 km away
The Beach House Nicaragua
252 reviews
.04 km away
Best nearby attractionsSee all
Latin American Spanish School
98 reviews
.33 km away
San Juan del Sur Beach
941 reviews
.11 km away
The Art Warehouse
47 reviews
.17 km away
Plaza del arte, san juan del sur
34 reviews
.04 km away
Questions & Answers
Ask a question
Andrea H
January 19, 2020|
AnswerShow all 2 answers
Response from nicaralph | Reviewed this property |
El Calibra
0
Votes
Is This Your Listing?
Own or manage this property? Claim your listing for free to respond to reviews, update your profile and much more.
Claim Your Free Listing

EL TIMON, San Juan del Sur - Updated 2023 Restaurant Reviews, Photos & Phone Number - Tripadvisor

Frequently Asked Questions about El Timon

El Timon is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4.5