Caribbean Coast Restaurants
- Overview
- Places to Explore
- Sights
- Restaurants
- Hotels
- Entertainment
- Shopping
- Travel Tips
- Features
- Fodor's Choice
- Deals
- Spanish Phrases
Guidebooks
La Pecora Nera
La Pecora Nera Review
Though the name means "black sheep" in Italian, there's nothing shameful about this thatch-roof roadside restaurant. There's always a lot more to choose from than you'll see on the sparse-looking menu. Wait for owner/chef Ilario Giannoni to come out of the kitchen and triumphantly announce—with flair worthy of an Italian opera—which additional light Tuscan entrées, appetizers, and desserts they've concocted that day. Be prepared for a long, leisurely dining experience with attentive service. It's worth the wait; this is one of the country's top Italian restaurants.
- Address: 3 km (2 miles) southeast of town at Playa Cocles, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, 70403
- Phone: 2750-0490
- Location: Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Contact Information
- Closed Mon. No lunch.
Restaurant Details
Free Fodor's Newsletter
Subscribe today for weekly travel inspiration, tips, and special offers.
Fodor's Trip Planning Ideas
- Weekend Getaways: Fodor's Recommends the Best Weekend Escapes in the US
- Great American Vacation: Find Your Next U.S. Trip with Fodor's
- 80 Degrees: Fodor's Helps You Find Your Best Beach Vacation Spots
- Go List: Fodor's Top 25 Places to Go in 2013
- Hotel Awards 2012: Fodor's 100 Top Hotels
- Best of Europe: Fodor's Picks the Best Places to Visit in Europe
Travel Deals in Caribbean Coast
- $144-$159 -- Costa Rica All-Incl. Luxury Resort, 45% Off BookIt.com
- $769 & up -- Costa Rica All-Incl. Escape w/Air & Spa Credit CheapCaribbean.com
- $769 -- Costa Rica 4-Star All-Inclusive Trip w/Air, $500 Off — $769 Hotel Riu Guanacaste
· Forums Trip Reports
-
Hello to All!
Well, first a big thank you to all who take the time to answer questions, give advice, and post your own trip reports. Know that your efforts have helped shape this fantastic trip that follows… Read more -
My husband and I just returned from 9 nights at the Palace. Read more
·Costa Rica Forum
-
Does it really take 8 hours to drive from San Jose to Puerto Jimenez? Read more
· News & Features
-
Style, Travel Tips
Surf, sand, and low key vibes draw visitors to Costa Rica on a pretty continual basis.... Read more
-
Cruises
The deck of a cruise ship isn't just a classic lounge spot - it's a way to show your kids the world.... Read more
-
Trip Ideas
There's a light at the end of the wedding-planning tunnel: the honeymoon.... Read more



