Nestled in the scenic La Fortuna area, this charming restaurant offers a delightful culinary experience. Praised by diners for its fantastic food and exceptional service, it's a favorite for a reason, boasting an impressive 4.7 out of 5 stars. The menu highlights the use of the best local ingredients, resulting in dishes that are both delicious and memorable, with particular acclaim for tender beef and fresh seafood. The atmosphere is welcoming and serene, and the chef's personal touch, often coming out to greet guests, adds a special warmth. With outdoor seating and the ability to accommodate groups, it provides a wonderful setting to savor authentic flavors.
Nestled in the scenic La Fortuna area, this charming restaurant offers a delightful culinary experience. Praised by diners for its fantastic food and exceptional service, it's a favorite for a reason, boasting an impressive 4.7 out of 5 stars. The menu highlights the use of the best local ingredients, resulting in dishes that are both delicious and memorable, with particular acclaim for tender beef and fresh seafood. The atmosphere is welcoming and serene, and the chef's personal touch, often coming out to greet guests, adds a special warmth. With outdoor seating and the ability to accommodate groups, it provides a wonderful setting to savor authentic flavors.
Nestled in the scenic La Fortuna area, this charming restaurant offers a delightful culinary experience. Praised by diners for its fantastic food and exceptional service, it's a favorite for a reason, boasting an impressive 4.7 out of 5 stars. The menu highlights the use of the best local ingredients, resulting in dishes that are both delicious and memorable, with particular acclaim for tender beef and fresh seafood. The atmosphere is welcoming and serene, and the chef's personal touch, often coming out to greet guests, adds a special warmth. With outdoor seating and the ability to accommodate groups, it provides a wonderful setting to savor authentic flavors.
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Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
Meal Time (lunch)
This restaurant primarily serves lunch. 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 (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Dog Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
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We stopped here for lunch following a tour with Nayara Springs, The lunch was fantastic and the beef was so tender. The place was super quiet but the chef came out to say hello. this place used only the best local ingredient’s and certainly worth a stop So delicious!! Everything was amazing, we had a group of 15 and we were all tourists but they were so kind and gave us amazing service. I ordered the grilled tuna with shrimp and it was super delicious! The lemon pie with a scoop of ice cream is probably the best dessert I've had while traveling, if you're coming through I highly recommend!! Food was amazing here. Lots of variety. I got a pizza only because it was wood fired. All other dishes were large portions. Saw a sloth there too!
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21007, Provincia de Alajuela, La Fortuna, 21007, Costa Rica
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November 5, 2025
We stopped here for lunch following a tour with Nayara Springs, The lunch was fantastic and the beef was so tender. The place was super quiet but the chef came out to say hello. this place used only the best local ingredient’s and certainly worth a stop
July 5, 2025
So delicious!! Everything was amazing, we had a group of 15 and we were all tourists but they were so kind and gave us amazing service. I ordered the grilled tuna with shrimp and it was super delicious! The lemon pie with a scoop of ice cream is probably the best dessert I've had while traveling, if you're coming through I highly recommend!!
July 22, 2025
Food was amazing here. Lots of variety. I got a pizza only because it was wood fired. All other dishes were large portions. Saw a sloth there too!
August 15, 2025
Tomohawk : 8.5/10 Solomo Steak: 8/10 Sauces: Chimichurri 10/10 House Passion Fruit Margarita: 10/10 Neon Signs / artwork - fun and added character to tropical location. We had our last dinner in La Fortuna and we were treated to a wonderful steak dinner with incredible service. Mario was attentive and very friendly. The location is beautiful and had a wonderful outdoor feel. Glad we came to SelvaRustica.
September 17, 2025
A big place clearly catering to the tourists. It was almost too much for us but we decided to give it a try. The food was better than we were expecting and the service was good. It was a little pricey but still worth the visit.
Features and amenities that make SelvaRustica By special
Outdoor Seating
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Dog Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
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