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crust pizza. This place is a sort of local gathering spot, where Ticos and expats alike gather
to eat, drink and laugh. The food is good and the beer is cold.
Los Platillos Voladores ITALIAN
( 2694-5005; mains US$6-14)
This new Italian carry-out joint has opened to rave reviews, serving homemade pastas,
roast chickens and fresh salads. It's mostly Italian - the eggplant Parmesan is delectable -
but the rotating menu features a variety of fish, chicken and meat dishes. If you have
nowhere to go, you can enjoy your food on the patio overlooking the lake.
Las Delicias SODA
( 8320-7102; mains US$4.50-11; 7am-9pm)
A cheap and cheerful soda near the top of the hill as you approach town, with ample
wooden-table seating. It does Western-style breakfasts, pasta dishes, quesadillas and
grilled steaks on the cheap, but it's known for its casados .
Tom's Pan BAKERY
( 2694-4547; www.tomspan.com ; mains US$9-16; 7:30am-5pm Mon-Sat; )
Better known as 'the German bakery', thanks to the signs that litter the lake road, this
landmark is a famous rest stop for road-trippers heading to Tilarán. Its breads, strudels and
cakes are all homemade. It also has German sausages, sandwiches and beer. Surprisingly
pricey for the setting.
Sunset Grill PUB
( 2694-4557; mains US$5-10; 7am-11pm, bar til 2:30am; )
American owned and patronized, Sunset Grill is an inviting open-air bar known for its fun,
friendly atmosphere and good selection of bourbons. Big breakfasts, burgers and pub fare
are on the menu.