Where to Eat in Santa Teresa: Santa Teresa Foodie Guide
Eating out in Santa Teresa can be pricey compare to the rest of Centro America. However, the quality of the food is spectacular. The town is known for its healthy and fresh cuisine, perfectly aligned with the beach, surf, and yoga lifestyle.
It’s easy to find organic, plant-based, and nutritious options, as many restaurants focus on sustainability and wellness, making it a paradise for those who prioritize both flavor and health.
Santa Teresa offers a mix of fresh local seafood, international cuisine, and innovative dishes crafted with high-quality ingredients.
🗺️ Feeling Pura Vida has created a map to help readers easily find restaurants in Santa Teresa. Each restaurant has a unique logo indicating whether it is vegetarian, a coffee shop, or serves fish, among other options. Take a look at it and save it on your phone for your upcoming trip!
Feeling Pura Vida has created a map to help readers easily find restaurants in Santa Teresa. Each restaurant has a unique logo indicating whether it is vegetarian, a coffee shop, or serves fish, among other options. Take a look at it and save it in your phone for your up coming trip!
🥑 Healthy Cafés & Breakfast Spots
Brekkie Café – One of the best spots in Santa Teresa, this place offers a delicious and healthy breakfast, perfectly aligned with the town’s beach and surf lifestyle, serving chia pudding, avocado toasts, and wholesome dishes made with fresh ingredients.
Ani’s Bowls – Smoothie bowls, wraps, and tropical flavors in a colorful and friendly setting.
The Roastery – healthy breakfasts, glutten free options and good coffee.
Somos Café – Modern space with fresh options and a chill vibe.
- Horizon Tea House – ocean view balcony healthy and home made israeli breakfast
The Bakery – Iconic spot for breakfast and brunch lovers. Famous for empanadas and pancakes.
🍕 Casual Eats
- Chicken Joe’s – Laid-back, surfer-friendly vibe and famous chicken dishes.
- Taco Corner – tacos, burritos and guac. Perfect for after surfing session or to grab and go.
- Restaurante Playa Carmen – gallo pinto, pizzas and salads. Beach front
- Zula restaurant – falafel, wraps and the best french fires
- Good munchis – colombian arepas
- La cevicheria – best ceviche in town
- Eat Street
Romantic and Elegant
- Bajo el Árbol – charming Spanish restaurant
- Brukas – gorgeous views for the sunset. Nice cocktails
- El Corazon – plant based dinner
- Shambala – beach front restaurant at Tropico Latino Hotel
Restaurants Around Santa Teresa. Restaurants in Montezuma, Las Delicias, Playa Hermosa, Cobano, Tambor.
Playa de los Artistas, Montezuma
Providing visitors with an intimate and cozy dining experience, Playa de los Artistas in Montezuma has been the favorite for years.
The menu boasts a wide variety of traditional Italian dishes that are made fresh daily using only the finest and freshest ingredients for a truly authentic taste.
Restorant Playa de los Artistas is located infront of the Hotel Los Mangos in the heart of Montezuma, just a 40-minute drive away from Santa Teresa.
The breathtaking views and delicious food makes it worth the trip!
Open for lunch from Thursday to Sunday, from 12:00 to 16:30
Tierra y Fuego, Las Delicias
Tierra y Fuego is an Italian-inspired restaurant that for us in a hidden gem tucked away in the charming town of Delicias de Cobano. The menu includes homemade pastas and wood-fired pizzas.
From Thursday to Sunday, unforgettable dinner with friends and loved ones under the starry night sky.
Tierra y Fuego Location is just a short 30-minute drive away.
