Nestled in the heart of La Fortuna, this popular dining destination offers a lively and engaging culinary experience. With an impressive 4.6-star rating from over 800 reviews, it's clear this spot has captured the hearts of many visitors. The atmosphere buzzes with energy, complemented by live music and ample outdoor seating, making it a perfect spot to unwind. Diners consistently praise the excellent variety of choices, from fantastic pizzas to expertly prepared sushi and flavorful tacos. It's a place where diverse palates can find something to savor, with many highlighting the quality of food and the friendly service. The $$ price range offers great value for such a memorable experience, ideal for groups looking for a fun and delicious outing.
Nestled in the heart of La Fortuna, this popular dining destination offers a lively and engaging culinary experience. With an impressive 4.6-star rating from over 800 reviews, it's clear this spot has captured the hearts of many visitors. The atmosphere buzzes with energy, complemented by live music and ample outdoor seating, making it a perfect spot to unwind. Diners consistently praise the excellent variety of choices, from fantastic pizzas to expertly prepared sushi and flavorful tacos. It's a place where diverse palates can find something to savor, with many highlighting the quality of food and the friendly service. The $$ price range offers great value for such a memorable experience, ideal for groups looking for a fun and delicious outing.
Nestled in the heart of La Fortuna, this popular dining destination offers a lively and engaging culinary experience. With an impressive 4.6-star rating from over 800 reviews, it's clear this spot has captured the hearts of many visitors. The atmosphere buzzes with energy, complemented by live music and ample outdoor seating, making it a perfect spot to unwind. Diners consistently praise the excellent variety of choices, from fantastic pizzas to expertly prepared sushi and flavorful tacos. It's a place where diverse palates can find something to savor, with many highlighting the quality of food and the friendly service. The $$ price range offers great value for such a memorable experience, ideal for groups looking for a fun and delicious outing.
Restaurant Analysis
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Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
Dining Style (Casual)
Walk-in friendly. No reservations needed. Casual dining experience.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Live Music, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Dog Friendly, Groups Welcome
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This place had a fun atmosphere, nice workers and excellent choices. We had a group of 12 and ate at all 4 places. The pizza was fantastic. Definitely go there, but the Sushi lovers said the sushi was also great and people went back for more tacos. The burgers were good size, had some fun options and were loved. Plus the ice cream and churros at the end were great. You can't go wrong. Got a few different things… quesadilla, sushi, matcha, and pizza! Everything was delicious!!! Highly recommend stopping by here to grab a bite! Unexpectedly delicious burgers, some of the best I've ever had. Amazing drinks, very unique flavors and reasonably priced. Really friendly people working here. We went back for more 2nd day in a row during our two week trip, and this was the only place we revisited the entire time. 1000% recommended!
Find the Restaurant
142, 700 mts del Parque, F89X+MXW, C. 480, Provincia de Alajuela, La Fortuna, 21007, Costa Rica
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July 5, 2025
This place had a fun atmosphere, nice workers and excellent choices. We had a group of 12 and ate at all 4 places. The pizza was fantastic. Definitely go there, but the Sushi lovers said the sushi was also great and people went back for more tacos. The burgers were good size, had some fun options and were loved. Plus the ice cream and churros at the end were great. You can't go wrong.
November 12, 2025
Got a few different things… quesadilla, sushi, matcha, and pizza! Everything was delicious!!! Highly recommend stopping by here to grab a bite!
January 16, 2025
Unexpectedly delicious burgers, some of the best I've ever had. Amazing drinks, very unique flavors and reasonably priced. Really friendly people working here. We went back for more 2nd day in a row during our two week trip, and this was the only place we revisited the entire time. 1000% recommended!
April 19, 2025
My friends and I ate here before our Sloth Tour at Bogarín. We had amazing food and cocktails here. We all went to the burger restaurant and I had El Guapo which was like a combination of birria and grilled cheese, I loved it.
June 28, 2025
Nice concept for multiple options. However, it is expensive. It is on the side of the main road through La Fortuna. It is almost twice as much as some other food locations. We came from Hotel Los Lagos and pizza was half the price that it is here.
Features and amenities that make Mercadito Arenal special
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Dog Friendly
Groups Welcome
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