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View RestaurantEmilio's Cafe
Nestled in the heart of Manuel Antonio, this vibrant eatery offers a truly captivating dining experience. With an impressive 4.6-star rating from over 1700 reviews, it's clear this spot has captured the hearts of many visitors. Diners frequently praise the unexpected magic that unfolds beyond its unassuming entrance, revealing a colorful space with breathtaking views. The menu features delightful dishes, complemented by excellent coffee and expertly crafted cocktails. Whether you're seeking a casual bite or a memorable meal, appreciate the welcoming atmosphere, live music, and ample outdoor seating, making it an ideal destination for groups and a standout choice for those exploring the area.
Caribbean & Latin•$$•4.6(1,707)•Manuel Antonio
Nestled in the heart of Manuel Antonio, this vibrant eatery offers a truly captivating dining experience. With an impressive 4.6-star rating from over 1700 reviews, it's clear this spot has captured the hearts of many visitors. Diners frequently praise the unexpected magic that unfolds beyond its unassuming entrance, revealing a colorful space with breathtaking views. The menu features delightful dishes, complemented by excellent coffee and expertly crafted cocktails. Whether you're seeking a casual bite or a memorable meal, appreciate the welcoming atmosphere, live music, and ample outdoor seating, making it an ideal destination for groups and a standout choice for those exploring the area.
About Emilio's Cafe
Nestled in the heart of Manuel Antonio, this vibrant eatery offers a truly captivating dining experience. With an impressive 4.6-star rating from over 1700 reviews, it's clear this spot has captured the hearts of many visitors. Diners frequently praise the unexpected magic that unfolds beyond its unassuming entrance, revealing a colorful space with breathtaking views. The menu features delightful dishes, complemented by excellent coffee and expertly crafted cocktails. Whether you're seeking a casual bite or a memorable meal, appreciate the welcoming atmosphere, live music, and ample outdoor seating, making it an ideal destination for groups and a standout choice for those exploring the area.
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Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
Formula-Based Analysis
This restaurant has been analyzed using our formula-based system to help you understand its key features and match it with your dining preferences.
💰Price Range
Moderate
Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
🕐Meal Time
dinner
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
👥Group Size
Groups Welcome
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
🎭Atmosphere
Outdoor
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
🍽️Dining Style
Flexible
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
✨Features & Amenities
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Cocktails
Beer
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Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Live Music, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
Why Travelers Love Emilio's Cafe
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
4.6 / 5.0(1,707 reviews)
So good I had to go back again! Only in the area for a few days and have fallen in love with this place. From the outside, it is an unassuming sign for a coffee house, with an entrance tucked into a plain white building. You walk through the entrance and a place of magic reveals itself! Full of colour, a beautiful view, the best coffee and delicious food- definitely a place to visit! Absolutely loved Emilio’s cafe!!! We stumbled upon this place and were amazed by the views right as we walked in. Every seat has a great view. If you plan to come for breakfast & get a seat for directly next to the overlook, try and get there before ~930am and you’ll feel VIP. Jose was our server all three times we visited and he gave us great recommendations on coffee and food. Cafe con leche “Costa Rican style” and Gallo pico tipico were our favorites. Great spot for breakfast before heading to Manuel Antonio National Park. The views were absolutely beautiful, we even saw a monkey in the trees (although the seating with better views is limited and usually held for bigger groups). The service was a 10/10. The prices are a bit higher than some other places but our food and drinks were a 10/10. They had the best flan and coffee that we had on the entire trip. I would definitely come back on my next trip.
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Where to Find Them
Manuel Antonio Entrada Hotel Parador, Provincia de Puntarenas, Quepos, Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
+506 8655 5965
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Opening Hours
Open Now
Monday7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Recent Reviews
Laura T.
November 15, 2025
So good I had to go back again! Only in the area for a few days and have fallen in love with this place. From the outside, it is an unassuming sign for a coffee house, with an entrance tucked into a plain white building. You walk through the entrance and a place of magic reveals itself! Full of colour, a beautiful view, the best coffee and delicious food- definitely a place to visit!
Megan B.
July 31, 2025
Absolutely loved Emilio’s cafe!!! We stumbled upon this place and were amazed by the views right as we walked in. Every seat has a great view. If you plan to come for breakfast & get a seat for directly next to the overlook, try and get there before ~930am and you’ll feel VIP. Jose was our server all three times we visited and he gave us great recommendations on coffee and food. Cafe con leche “Costa Rican style” and Gallo pico tipico were our favorites.
Widnelly C.
May 21, 2025
Great spot for breakfast before heading to Manuel Antonio National Park. The views were absolutely beautiful, we even saw a monkey in the trees (although the seating with better views is limited and usually held for bigger groups). The service was a 10/10. The prices are a bit higher than some other places but our food and drinks were a 10/10. They had the best flan and coffee that we had on the entire trip. I would definitely come back on my next trip.
Charmaine S.
November 12, 2025
The view was impeccable. I got the Mexican Bowl. It was healthy, filling and tasted good. If you like spice, ask for hot sauce. It added a nice flavour to the dish
Kallie D.
July 9, 2025
We had our first breakfast in Manuel Antonio here and it was so memorable that we made sure to have our last breakfast here too! The staff is unbelievably kind. Def recommend the tico breakfast to kick off your stay! Take desserts to go for your room - we regret not inhaling more passion fruit pie! We purchased coffee to bring home as well. And the bacon….as you can see we ordered it twice.
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Emilio's Cafe special
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before you visit
Payment Options
Credit Cards
Debit Cards
NFC/Contactless
Parking
Free Parking Lot
Free Street Parking
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Wheelchair Accessible Parking
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