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Adventure Dining

1 Pura Vida Gardens Drive, Jaco 61101, Costa Rica
506-8352-9419
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Ranked #3 of 76 restaurants in Jaco
Price range: RM257 - RM287
Cuisines: American, Seafood
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, Delivery, After-hours
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, Delivery, After-hours
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Austin, Texas
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience (unless you do Adventure Dining more than once). It blew away our highest of expectations. Jack thinks of everything and took such great care of us. The drinks, food, and most importantly, the setting, were just beyond amazing. We went with an extended family of 6 and no one in the group had ever... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013 via mobile

What an amazing night! My husband and I found Adventure Dining on Trip Advisor and we were intrigued by the reviews. We certainly weren't disappointed! The Pura Vida gardens surrounding the mountain top restaurant were beautiful. There was a waterfall view from our dinner table. The owner, Jack, knew we were on honeymoon and really made us feel special. I... More

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Arizona
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

There was a group of 8 of us who were picked up from our resort in a nice, comfortable van. We had a safe drive up the hill to the garden and were greeted by Jack with beautiful flowers for the women. After a nice stroll around the beautiful grounds we headed down the path to Adventure Dining where an... More

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Prescott, Arizona, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

Great price, fantastic dinner with a lot of care given to the guests. This dinner experience was over the top and was great for a group to go do!

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Johnson City, Tennessee
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31 reviews 31 reviews
26 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2013

Our family enjoyed the experience we had at Adventure Dining. They picked us up just like the reviews said and we enjoyed the company of the other guests on the ride up. Pura Vida Gardens and the dining area are beautiful. The views are exquisite even though the waterfall was not rushing as much due to the fact that it... More

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jacktreecostarica, Owner at Adventure Dining, responded to this review
20 March 2013

I always appreciate and value the many positive reviews I receive on Trip Advisor. Most of all, these reviews charge this old man's batteries, and make me realize how fortunate I am to meet so many great people. Kids too. My thanks to all who took the time to share your positive experience at Adventure Dining. I hope to see... More

Ceres, California
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2013

What a fabulous evening we had. It started when the nice, comfortable Mercedes van picked us up in front of our beach house a Playa Hermosa. Traveling 2000 vertical feet above the coast we disembarked at the beautiful gardens. After touring the surrounding garden area we headed down the gorgeous path to the Adventure Dining cabana. Looking south to the... More

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Windermere, Florida
2 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2013

Ambiance fabulous, gardens over the top lovely, food ok-salad great, steak tough, fish dry, rice and veg. good. Magnificent view, friendly host, great drinks and video. All in all a most memorable evening.

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Grand Rapids, Michigan
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2013

Stunning mountaintop vistas, waterfall, brilliant gardens & wildlife, great food, drink & service...kudos to head-honcho Jack for a great experience! We'll see you again!

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philly
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26 reviews 26 reviews
15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2013

The scenery is INCREDIBLE and the property GORGEOUS....but the rest is pretty much lacking. The food was ok, though somewhat disappointing - small salad, overly salted beef and fish platter, and store-bought cake. The "appetizer" is a bowl of chips and pico de gallo set out for everyone to help themselves too. For the cost of the meal one would... More

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jacktreecostarica, Owner at Adventure Dining, responded to this review
9 March 2013

While I always appreciate hearing from my guests, I do not appreciate the very negative comments about my personal efforts with my guests. I take pride in the unique dining experience I have created, as expressed routinely by my the many guests who took the time to post a review on TripAdvisor. I believe this guest confuses "selling" with passion.... More

Ocean City, Maryland, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2013

Adventure Dining was by far the most amazing dining experience during my recent trip to Costa Rica. It really is an experience not just a meal. We were picked up at our condo in Los Suenos....provided with transportation to and from their location. From the moment you arrive until the moment you depart everything is top notch. Jack is the... More

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