Fodor's Expert Review Restaurante y Pizzería La Parada

$$ Arenal and La Fortuna Costa Rican

This locals' favorite late-night eatery (open until midnight) does a brisk business serving pizza, pasta, nachos, burgers, and grilled fish. There's a buffet, if you'd rather just point and choose. The reasonable prices and convenience make this local cafeteria one of the more frenzied spots in town, so look elsewhere if you want some peace with your meal. This is a convenient place to stock up on snacks for long bus rides. ("La Parada" refers to the bus stop.)

Costa Rican Breakfast Lunch Dinner Quick Bite $$

Quick Facts

Across from Parque Central and regional bus stop
La Fortuna, Alajuela  21007, Costa Rica

2479–9098

www.restaurantelaparada.com

Known For:
  • Quick, cheap food
  • Surprisingly impressive wine selection
  • Busy atmosphere

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