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View RestaurantKarolas Restaurant
Nestled in Manuel Antonio, this restaurant provides a delightful dining experience with a strong 4.5/5 rating, reflecting a consistent quality that diners appreciate. The atmosphere is complemented by an open-air design, offering breathtaking views that enhance the meal. While pricing falls in the $$ range, the high-quality service and food are frequently highlighted by patrons. Diners often praise dishes like the whole baked fish, noting its excellent preparation. Though dessert preferences can vary, the overall culinary journey is a significant draw. It's a recommended spot for those seeking a memorable meal with a view in this beautiful coastal town.
Seafood · Caribbean & Latin•$$•4.5(112)•Manuel Antonio
Nestled in Manuel Antonio, this restaurant provides a delightful dining experience with a strong 4.5/5 rating, reflecting a consistent quality that diners appreciate. The atmosphere is complemented by an open-air design, offering breathtaking views that enhance the meal. While pricing falls in the $$ range, the high-quality service and food are frequently highlighted by patrons. Diners often praise dishes like the whole baked fish, noting its excellent preparation. Though dessert preferences can vary, the overall culinary journey is a significant draw. It's a recommended spot for those seeking a memorable meal with a view in this beautiful coastal town.
About Karolas Restaurant
Nestled in Manuel Antonio, this restaurant provides a delightful dining experience with a strong 4.5/5 rating, reflecting a consistent quality that diners appreciate. The atmosphere is complemented by an open-air design, offering breathtaking views that enhance the meal. While pricing falls in the $$ range, the high-quality service and food are frequently highlighted by patrons. Diners often praise dishes like the whole baked fish, noting its excellent preparation. Though dessert preferences can vary, the overall culinary journey is a significant draw. It's a recommended spot for those seeking a memorable meal with a view in this beautiful coastal town.
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Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
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💰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
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
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Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
Why Travelers Love Karolas Restaurant
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
4.5 / 5.0(112 reviews)
Whole baked fish was delicious. It came with sautéed potatoes. It had a chocolate sauce underneath the fish. It worked well with the papas but not with the fish. I ordered the Tiramisu but what actually came was rich chocolate mouse on top of heavy sponge. No cream in sight. Disappointing. Beautiful view with 1 wall open to the view. Very high quality service from staff and excellent food. It was incredibly empty and quiet when we went but perhaps due to it being Tuesday or the pricing. Dinner, 1 drink and dessert for 2 was >75,000 colons so it is a high premium price but equally high quality and we loved it. We had dinner and breakfast here. The restaurant is open to the outside air and sounds (large covered area). The food was great, fresh seafood sourced locally. Entertainment one night (local dance group). The picture isn't the best; fresh fish, black beans and vegetables.
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Where to Find Them
Hotel Los Altos Puntarenas Manuel Antonio, Puntarenas Province, Quepos, Manuel Antonio, 60601, Costa Rica
+506 2777 1557
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Opening Hours
Open Now
Monday7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
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
Tom S.
August 22, 2025
Whole baked fish was delicious. It came with sautéed potatoes. It had a chocolate sauce underneath the fish. It worked well with the papas but not with the fish. I ordered the Tiramisu but what actually came was rich chocolate mouse on top of heavy sponge. No cream in sight. Disappointing.
Jason P.
February 5, 2025
Beautiful view with 1 wall open to the view. Very high quality service from staff and excellent food. It was incredibly empty and quiet when we went but perhaps due to it being Tuesday or the pricing. Dinner, 1 drink and dessert for 2 was >75,000 colons so it is a high premium price but equally high quality and we loved it.
Bob P.
July 6, 2025
We had dinner and breakfast here. The restaurant is open to the outside air and sounds (large covered area). The food was great, fresh seafood sourced locally. Entertainment one night (local dance group). The picture isn't the best; fresh fish, black beans and vegetables.
David J.
November 11, 2025
WOW! Where to start. The service was too notch. A first class attendance. There were several surprises like a candle that was butter that I’d never experienced before with three types of bread. The mahi mahi ceviche and gyozas were a win. The entrees were packed with exotic flavors and large presentation. It was an entire experience and exactly what we were looking for. To top off our Costa Rican vacation. We walked away stuffed and saying it was our best meal during our stay. Everywhere we are was top of the line but they won the overall for this trip.
Chris K.
January 16, 2025
So glad we found this place on our visit to Manuel Antonio! If you are looking for a well curated menu and creative gastronomy then definitely plan a visit to KAROLAS! The drinks are exceptional and the food presentation is gorgeous. Our server Inez was so attentive and accommodating! Five stars, would absolutely recommend!🥰
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Karolas Restaurant special
Outdoor Seating
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
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Wheelchair Accessible Parking
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