Private Costa Rican Contemporary Tasting Menu Experience

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Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Duration
3 hours 30 minutes
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Number of Guests
2 - 10 guests
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Experience the vibrant essence of Costa Rican cuisine with a private tasting menu in San José. Discover traditional and contemporary dishes, all locally sourced and bursting with flavor.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Step into one of San José’s most vibrant restaurants for an experience that captures the essence of Costa Rican gastronomy in every bite. Here, each dish is crafted to highlight a unique facet of Costa Rican cuisine—from cherished, traditional recipes passed down through generations to innovative, contemporary interpretations that bring new life to local flavors.


Guided by passionate food experts, you’ll delve into the stories and ingredients behind each plate, gaining insight into Costa Rica’s rich culinary traditions, sustainable practices, and dedication to slow food. Skip the guesswork and indulge in an expertly curated menu that celebrates Costa Rican food—100% local, responsibly sourced, and bursting with authenticity. This is more than a meal; it’s a taste of Costa Rican culture and a moment to savor every flavor.

Sample Menu

STARTER
Traditional Inspiration
Contemporary signature dish
STARTER
Contemporary Costa Rican Cuisine
Farm to Table
MAIN
Costa Rican Modern Fusion cuisine
2 tastings of Local recipes with an international touch
DESSERT
Chef's selection

What You Get

All Fees and Taxes
Dinner
5 course tasting menu + wine
Alcoholic beverages
2 cups of wine
Private transportation
Transportation can be requested ($30) within San Jose, and can be paid at arrival.

Good To Know

  • Not recommended for travelers with several food allergies such as gluten, lactose, shellfish, or nuts.
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What You’ll Experience

This experience is perfect for two or more food enthusiasts. For solo travelers, please contact Foodie Tours directly for availability. Our Modern Costa Rican Dining Experience takes place in a carefully selected restaurant or a private dining room for larger groups in San José. You’ll enjoy a 5-course creative meal paired with wine, featuring innovative, signature dishes inspired by the rich culinary traditions of Costa Rica's diverse regions. This experience offers a unique opportunity to connect with Costa Rican culture and traditions through a fine-dining lens. Our menu is crafted exclusively for this dining experience, with products sourced directly by our team from local farmers' markets, artisans, and organic farms. Expect a delightful blend of flavors that showcases 100% local ingredients, with recipes celebrating the flavors of Costa Rica’s North Pacific all the way to the South Caribbean!

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Parque Francia, Calle 29, San José, Costa Rica, CR, 10101

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Your meeting point will be directly at one of our distinguished partner restaurants. To ensure availability, we work with two exceptional venues, and we will provide you with the confirmed address based on the selected restaurant for your date.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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What People Are Saying
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Disorganized and unpleasant start to an evening
February 18, 2025
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Totally disorganized. We showed up at the restaurant without any recognition that we had a reservation. They did not know who we were. We had to go back and forth between the hotel and the restaura...read more

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Great Tour for anyone interested in Costa Rica culinary/food scene
February 12, 2025
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We had a truly lovely evening with our guide Oscar on the Premium Tour. Each destination was unique with food/beverage offerings being exceptional. If you are a foodie and want enjoy something uniq...read more

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Tolles Erlebnis!
March 08, 2020
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Inzwischen haben wir einige Food-Touren in verschiedenen Ländern unternommen. Auch diese Tour hat nicht enttäuscht. Man lernt wirklich versteckte Schätze kennen, angefangen von Kaffeespezialitäten ...read more

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One of the best walking tours available
February 19, 2020
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Very unique tour, enjoyed learning about local customs and authentic native cuisine. Guide very nice and knowledgeable.

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Informative (and Delicious!) Tour of Local Costa Rican Cuisine
November 23, 2019
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We have taken many international food tours, and this was one of the best. Adriana was informative and utterly charming. The three restaurants we visited featured modern interpretations of farm-to-...read more

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