3 Best Restaurants in Tamarindo, Guanacaste and the Nicoya Peninsula

Pleasing a loyal legion of local fans since 1974, Nogui's offers a hearty menu of seafood and meat dishes that pair perfectly with a tamarind margarita. With feet-in-the-sand dining and ocean views, it's a great place to let the kids play on the beach while you enjoy one of Tamarindo's best places to watch the sunset.

Cool off inside or relax outside on the deck at this little gem on the beach, the perfect spot to replenish the reserves with some healthy food or a good cup of coffee while you watch surfers ride the waves. Pico has the best Wi-Fi in town, so if you must look at your computer on your vacation, do it from here.

From breakfast to happy hour this beachfront bistro serves stunning plates with even better views of the ocean. Bagels and eggs are on the menu in the morning, and for dinner we recommend getting a selection of tapas under the twinkling lights and sharing so you can try a lot—the mushroom risotto is perfection and the mussels and mahimahi are magnificent. It's also a great place for cocktails.