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Since this unpretentious seafood spot is usually slammed at lunchtime, it's best to come
during off hours for its several daily varieties of
ceviche,
fresh fish or shrimp prepared as
you like it, and pastas, burgers, salads and soups. The crowd of local clientele not-so-
subtly hints at the choice sustenance served here.
Kafe de la Casa
CAFE
2770-4816; Av 3 btwn Calles 2 & 4; meals US$6-13;
6am-8pm Mon-Fri,
7am-3pm Sun; )
Set in an old Tico house, this bohemian cafe features eclectic artwork, an open kitchen and
breezy garden seating. The menu has excellent breakfasts, light lunches, gourmet dinners
and plenty of coffee drinks.
Bar El Balcón
BAR
On an open 2nd-floor corner spot in the heart of town, this spacious bar brings in local
businesspeople all day and a mix of locals, visitors and expats for boozy cultural exchange
at night.
Getting There & Away
BUS
In San Isidro the local bus terminal (known as Mercado) is on Av 6 and serves nearby vil-
lages. Long-distance buses leave from points near the Interamericana and are frequently
packed, so buy tickets early. Note that buses heading south to Golfito or Ciudad Neily will
go through Palmar Norte.
From Terminal Tracopa
You will find Terminal Tracopa on the Interamericana, just southwest of Av Central.
Neily
US$8.50; four hours; departs 4:45am, 7am, 12:30pm and 3pm.
Palmar Norte
US$4.25; two hours; departs 8am, 10am, 11:30am, 1pm, 4pm, 4:30pm,
5:30pm, 6:30pm, 7:30pm, 9:30pm.
Paso Canoas
US$9.25; 4½ hours; departs 8am, 10:30am, 4pm, 6:30pm and 9:30pm.
