Fodor's Expert Review Jaulares
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Poas Volcano National Park
Costa Rican
Editor's Note: This location is no longer in operation.
All the cooking here is done with wood, which adds to the rustic ambience of terra-cotta floors, bare wooden beams, and sylvan surroundings. The house specialty, lomito Jaulares (Jaulares tenderloin), is a strip of grilled meat served with gallo pinto (rice and beans) and a mild salsa criollo (creole sauce). Other grilled meats and several fish dishes are also available. Jaulares offers live music on Saturday evening.
Quick Facts
Known For:
- Flavorful wood-fired cooking
- Rustic atmosphere in a country setting
- Late-night dining in an area where it's not common