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Soda Viquez

La Fortuna de San Carlos, Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica
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Good for: Child-friendly, Local cuisine, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, After-hours
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Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Local cuisine, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, After-hours
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Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW via mobile

We enjoyed several delicious meals at this restaurant. We had the casado de bistec and casado de pescado. Highly recommended! The staff don't speak english so you'll need to be patient with ordering but well worth it :)

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Pittsburgh, PA
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013

We stopped here for lunch during a private tour that my husband and I were on and I am so glad we did! We had the lunch buffet, which was typical Costa Rican food and it was absolutely delicious and one of the best meals we had while visiting Costa Rica!! I am a true believer in experiencing local culture... More

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San Diego, California, United States
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4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

There is nothing fancy about this joint, but if you're interested in trying some of the typical fare while in La Fortuna, this place was great for the price. It was less than $10/pp and we had a couple of cervezas with our meal. The owner is very nice and very proud of her restaurant, which made the experience even... More

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NC
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10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

They give you the biggest casado plates full of food that I didn't even recognize and a little plate of rice pudding at the end. The food and value are pretty good, certainly cheaper than eating at a hotel restaurant. The restaurant was full of tourists when we were there. The owner was very nice and greeted us. When I... More

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See 7 more reviews by chinadoll007 for La Fortuna de San Carlos
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
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

This place was recommended to us by one our our kayak guides and it did not disappoint. We were just walking around all the tourist shops and then found our way to Viquez. We were a little confused about the menu, there were descriptions of just the meat so we ordered on a whim. For $7 you can get chicken,... More

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bay area, ca
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40 reviews 40 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

we went there after being referred by our hotel , it is a good place to eat local food. Great rates for huge helpings of food . Sometimes , they take time to respond and disappear leaving you a little bewildered. Only make sure you know how to communicate . Very few folks understand English and we managed with our... More

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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 visited this restaurant based on tripadvisor reviews. The food and service was good but did not standout from other good restaurants in the area. The prices are similar to other restaurants also.

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PA
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21 reviews 21 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

This simple restaurant offers amazing Tico food at excellent prices, in downtown La Fortuna. Try the Tico buffet but request a small plate! We didn't know that there was a small plate until our stomachs were bulging. The food is authentic, fresh and the staff is lovely.

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See 2 more reviews by WorldTravelerFL007 for La Fortuna de San Carlos
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7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

Stuff is nice and few of them speak english. Food is very tasty and cheap, comparing with other restaurants on main street where they have prices for US tourists :)

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Bristol
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22 reviews 22 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

Excellent lunch buffet and huge portions, I would recommend making sure you're hungry! The staff are really friendly and help. Location is great and easy to find and parking nearby. They have a large menu but I would recommend the buffet at lunch as great selection.

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