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Puerto Viejo De Talamanca (46)

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Juice For Life
Calle 215 & Calle 217 ~ :
Moderate -- Vegan, Western, Juice bar, Take-out, Costa Rican -- Additional Info: Juice shop offering a variety of juices and smoothies as well as some foods including a veggie wrap, oats, coconut yogurt, and a few salads. Apr 2021 reported under new ownership and fully vegan. Call +13038086260. Tue-Sun 9:00am-4:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Rios Vegan Food
Limón Province, Puerto Viejo ~ : +506-87540205
Inexpensive -- Vegan -- Additional Info: Offers vegan food such as burgers, lasagna, bread, various types of hummus, sauces, falafel, brownie, banana bread and other daily fresh choices. Sells at the Saturday market in the center of Puerto Viejo and around the town at a couple of organic shops. Also offers catering. Full menu available at the Stand at the Saturday Farmers' Market. Fresh baked goods are available in the Supermarkets. Take out only. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00pm, Sat 6:30am-12:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

BOA Café & Coworking Space
Entre Calles 217 y 219 Al Lado Del Hotel El Clan Restaurant, C 217, Limón, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, 70403 ~ :
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Bakery, Honey, Breakfast -- Additional Info: A vegetarian café where all menu dishes are vegan; however, eggs & dairy are optional additions. Is also a coworking space, lounge, & gallery. Café serves brunch which may include vegetable sandwiches, burritos, waffles and freshly house-made desserts. Also has smoothies, desserts, & coffee drinks at other times besides brunch. Phone submitted: 19514456273. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Fri 8:00am-1:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Como En Mi Casa
Calle 215 & Avenida 73 ~ : +506-86742853
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, Organic, Juice bar, Take-out, Fusion, Costa Rican -- Additional Info: Vegetarian and vegan food. Small coffee shop with an artistic ambiance created solely with recycled materials. Cakes, wraps, snacks, pancakes, jams, and Costa Rican coffee. Located downtown on the second floor with a view of the Caribbean Sea. Reported fully vegetarian May 2022. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon 7:30am-5:00pm, Wed-Sun 7:30am-5:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Grow
PV ~ : +506-83706334
Expensive -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, Organic, Juice bar, Take-out, Gluten-free, Breakfast, Costa Rican -- Additional Info: Beachfront vegetarian restaurant and bar in downtown since 2020. Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner from a small menu. Example of food includes gluten-free breadfruit crepes, burrito, bowls with fritters and vegetables. Drinks include lattes and mocktails. Hosts live music on Sunday afternoons. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon 12:00pm-8:00pm, Tue-Sat 8:00am-8:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Amimodo Ristorante Pizzeria
M65X+JQQ ~ : +506-27500257
Expensive -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, American, Pizza, Italian, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Offers clearly marked vegan and vegetarian dishes on the menu. NOTE: Reported September 2024 to have limited vegan options – please send updates to HappyCow. Outdoor seating. Reservations required. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Fri 12:00pm-10:00pm, Sat-Sun 12:00pm-9:00pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Beach Break
Calle Cariblue ~ : +506-83040043
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, American, International, Buffet, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Caribbean, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant with a beach view offering vegan dishes such as Sicilian caponata, burger with fries, pasta, curry and smoothies. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Tue-Sun 11:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Bikini
Av 71 ~ : +506-27503061
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, International, Beer/Wine, Asian, Costa Rican, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat and fish, vegan options available. Has a separate menu with only vegetarian and vegan dishes. Vegan choices include curry, pasta, sushi, tacos, a burger, and salad. Set on the main road in the center of the city. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 6:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Bread and Chocolate
Puerto Viejo ~ : +506-27500723
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, American, Caribbean, Costa Rican, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Food includes veggie sandwich, gazpacho, bagels, salads, biscuits with mushroom gravy, crispy potatoes with jerk sauce, smoothies, and possibly vegan cake. Tue-Sat 6:30am-6:30pm, Sun 6:30am-2:30pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

bread what what
Avenida 71 ~ : +506-88148984
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, International, Caribbean, Honey, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Cafe serving vegan breakfast, sandwiches and acai bowls. Outdoor seating. Free Wi-Fi. Mon 8:00am-3:00pm, Wed-Sat 8:00am-5:00pm, Sun 8:00am-3:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

By Nathy's
M64W+XPJ ~ :
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Ovo, Fast food, Take-out, Bakery, Caribbean, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Traditional fast food restaurant with labeled vegan dishes. Includes vegan casado, cookies, empanadas and pastries. Previously called Ivono's Place. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sat 8:00am-7:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Caribeans Coffee and Chocolate Factory
25 mets Oeste de Tasty Waves Playa Cocles ~ : +506-83412034
Moderate -- Lacto, Organic, Fast food, Take-out, Caribbean, Breakfast, Costa Rican, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Local producer of organic fair trade coffee and chocolate. Serves light vegetarian food, coffee, ice cream, and breakfast. The chocolate factory is still open. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Fri 7:30am-6:00pm, Sat 7:30am-4:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Chile Rojo
Calle Principal / Main St ~ : +506-27500421
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Thai, Beer/Wine, Fusion, Costa Rican, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Thai and fusion food restaurant with laid back setting. Can make dishes vegan including the pad thai, curry, falafel plate. Call ahead to let them know if you are vegan and making a reservation. ' Mon 11:30am-11:00pm, Wed-Sun 11:30am-11:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

De Gustibus Bakery
Puerto Viejo ~ : +506-27568397
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, American, Pizza, Juice bar, Bakery, Breakfast, Costa Rican, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Vegan selection include fruit smoothies, green smoothies, pancakes, burger, and salad. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Tue 6:30am-6:00pm, Thu-Sun 6:30am-6:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

El Dragon
Parada ~ : +506-83372938
Moderate -- Chinese, Asian, Fusion, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Asian fusion cuisine offers vegan choices such as vegetable in black bean sauce, eggplant in black bean sauce, vegetables fried rice, and teriyaki vegetables. Reported open September 2022. Outdoor seating. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 5:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

El Sol Del Caribe
256 ~ : +506-27502048
Moderate -- Lacto, Fast food, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Asian, Caribbean, Fusion, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Caribbean fusion restaurant with vegan menu section. Dishes include curry, tacos, Buddha bowl, burger, noodle dishes and more. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon 1:00pm-8:30pm, Tue-Wed 12:00pm-8:30pm, Fri-Sun 12:00pm-8:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Flip Flop
Calle 215 ~ :
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, International, Costa Rican, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Has marked vegan items for starters, noodles, a couple of curries. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Cash only. -- Rating: 2.5 Happycow(s)

Gypsea
50 M Sur de Shawandha Lodge Playa Chiquita ~ : +506-27502016
Expensive -- Lacto, Ovo, Pizza, International, Organic, Juice bar, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Bakery, Caribbean, Gluten-free, Costa Rican, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Offers vegan dishes such as buddha bowls made with rice, beans and veggies. Also offers vegan sandwiches and salads. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Tue-Sun 8:00am-3:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Honua Poke
Sobre Calle Principal de Puerto Viejo, Frente a Stanfords, Limón ~ : +506-86271769
Moderate -- Lacto, American, Take-out, Asian, Fusion, Hawaiian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Hawaiian restaurant with vegan choices. Menu includes made-to-order, customizable poke bowls that can be made with tofu and an assortment of vegan toppings. Also offers smoothies and fruit bowls. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Wed 11:30am-10:30pm, Fri-Sun 11:30am-10:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

La Leyenda de L'Antico Forno
50 Metros Sur Shawandha Lodge ~ : +506-83930659
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Pizza, Italian, Delivery, Take-out, Gluten-free, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Italian wood-oven pizzeria offering a handful of vegetarian and vegan dishes including soup, salad, focaccia, olive antipasti and vegetarian pizzas which can easily be prepared vegan or gluten free. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Tue-Sun 3:00pm-9:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

La Parada Internet Cafe
La Parada Bus Terminal ~ : +506-60917343
Inexpensive -- Vegan-friendly, International, Juice bar, Caribbean, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Offers vegan orange "cheeken," pad Thai, arepas and a plethora of fresh natural fruit juices. NOTE: Reported November 2024 to have limited vegan options – please send updates to HappyCow. Mon-Sun 8:00am-7:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Las Olas
Limón Province ~ : +506-63458886
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Ovo, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Caribbean, Honey, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant offering a few items that are or can be made vegan such as bowl, burger, and casado. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon 8:00am-6:00pm, Wed-Sun 8:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Lewis's House
Puerto Viejo Talamanca ~ : +506-72719543
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, American, Pizza, International, Italian, Juice bar, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Bakery, Gluten-free, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available Restaurant serving from breakfast to dinner with a wide range of options, such as acai bowls, Thai pasta, pesto pasta, sandwich, fifth burrito, tofu, falafel and more. Uses separate utensils and pans for vegan dishes. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sat 8:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Madre Tierra
Avenida 73 (at Calle 215) ~ : +506-27502083
Moderate -- Beer/Wine, Caribbean, Costa Rican, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant and bar with a large menu, some of which are vegan items, including the chickpea burger, rice with vegetables, pasta with broccoli, juices. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon 5:00pm-9:00pm, Wed-Sun 5:00pm-9:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Playa 506
Playa Cocles, Frente a La Costa de Papito ~ : +506-27503158
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, Beer/Wine, Caribbean, Honey, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Beach resort restaurant offering a vegan burger, vegan patacones and vegan craft beer. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 7:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Port Vell
C. 213, Limón ~ : +506-60388624
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Western, Juice bar, Delivery, Take-out, Breakfast, Costa Rican, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Breakfast and brunch restaurant offering mostly vegetarian food, with vegan choices to include gallo pinto, grilled sandwich, acai bowl, oats, fruit salad, and smoothies. WhatsApp (506) 6038 8624. Staff speak Spanish, French & English. Accepts PayPal. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Cash only. Free Wi-Fi. Mon 7:00am-2:00pm, Tue 9:00am-9:00pm, Thu-Sun 7:00am-2:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Puerto Pirata
20m east of the main bus station ~ : +506-27503181
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, International, Organic, Juice bar, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Caribbean, Fusion, Gluten-free, Costa Rican, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Tiny pescatarian tiki bar and beach cafe on Corral Beach. Serves dishes with a mix of the owner's multi-ethnical background, including Caribbean, fusion, indigenous, Indian, and Italian cuisines. Offers sandwiches, truffles using local organic chocolate, and alcoholic drinks. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Wed 10:00am-11:00pm, Fri-Sat 10:00am-11:00pm, Sun 4:00pm-11:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Pura Gula
Playa Chiquita, Limon ~ : +506-86419499
Moderate -- Lacto, Italian, Thai, Take-out, Caribbean, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Vegans can order curry, a special, pasta and ice cream and perhaps others. Outdoor seating. Reservations required. Accepts credit cards. Mon 5:00pm-10:00pm, Wed-Fri 5:00pm-10:00pm, Sat-Sun 5:00pm-9:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Salsa Brava Restaurante Caribeño
m65x+HH (at Two doors down from Exploradores Outdoors) ~ : +506-27503196
Expensive -- Lacto, Ovo, Caribbean, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Caribbean cuisine with lots of vegan choices which may include fruit salad, fried green plantains, buffalo cauliflower, Caribbean vicken, root veggie soup, rasta salad, Italian veggie plate. Also has several vegan ice cream sandwiches. Outdoor seating. Mon 8:00am-12:00am, Wed-Sun 8:00am-12:00am -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Samasati Nature Retreat
Hone Creek ~ : +506-8005639643
Expensive -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, Western, Buffet, Juice bar, Beer/Wine, Costa Rican, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves fish, vegan options available. Retreat accommodation with open air restaurant and bar. Overlooks a view of jungle and sea. Vegetarian meals and occasionally fish are served-buffet style, three times a day. Reservations required. -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Soulsurfer
Corner of Calle 215 and Avenida 69 ~ : +506-86574263
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Ovo, American, Take-out, Fusion, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Beach side restaurant serving five labeled vegan burgers made from quinoa, polenta, eggplant and more. Located next to Alamo rent a car. Previously located at Carretera A Manzanillo. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Tue-Fri 4:30am-9:00pm, Sat-Sun 12:00pm-9:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Stashus Con Fusion
2nd Floor, Avenida 71 between Sloth Toes and Cafe Viejo Limón ~ : +506-83856887
Moderate -- Lacto, Caribbean, Fusion, Costa Rican, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Offers a variety of veggie dishes as well as tofu and tempeh. Indian curry, Jamaican spiced stir-fry, and other differently spiced foods. Located 200m south of town. Previously named El Loco Natural. Mon-Tue 5:00pm-10:00pm, Thu-Sun 5:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

El Ceibo Natural
256, Limón ~ : +506-62137291
Inexpensive -- Delivery -- Additional Info: An all-vegan delivery service based in Puerto Viejo. Un servicio de entrega totalmente vegano con base en Puerto Viejo. -- Rating: Not rated yet

Elceibonatural
Cocles ~ : +506-62137291
Inexpensive -- Delivery -- Additional Info: Vegan meals service based in Puerto Viejo since 2015. Order by whatsapp at least 1 day in advance, then arrange for delivery or pick up. Menu is posted on its facebook, offering everything from burgers and hummus to empanadas and queso. -- Rating: Not rated yet

elceibonatural
Cocles, Limón ~ : +506-62137291
Inexpensive -- Delivery, Catering -- Additional Info: Catering and delivery service. Weekly specials and a large menu of frozen and prepared foods. Orders one day in advance by whatsapp at +506 6213 7291. -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Ondis
651129 82 (at Hotel Islas) ~ : +506-60552135
Inexpensive -- Raw, Take-out, Gluten-free, Brazilian, Breakfast -- Additional Info: Vegan acai truck offering a variety of fruit bowls. Wed-Sun 9:00am-7:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Yerbas Concepto Culinario
Amimodo, Sobre Carretera Principal, Ruta Nacional 256, in front of restaurant ~ :
Inexpensive -- Bakery, Breakfast -- Additional Info: Everything is fully vegan/plant-based and made from scratch — from fresh-baked breads and local favorites like empanadas to sweet treats like pies, cupcakes, and pastries. Also creates personalized cakes for birthdays and other special occasions. Drinks menu is thoughtful, with a wide range of hot & iced options — creamy oat lattes, beetroot & hibiscus blends, and more. Mon-Sun 9:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Bio Mercado
Calle 256 (at downtown) ~ : +506-83702701
Inexpensive -- -- Additional Info: Little store providing organic, local, and natural food as well cosmetic products. Has cold pressed juices, kombucha, and ready made food. Relocated from Calle 217. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Fri 11:00am-8:00pm, Sat 10:00am-8:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Blue Berry
Contiguo a Libreria Caribe, C. 213, Limon ~ : +506-87420788
Moderate -- Juice bar, Take-out -- Additional Info: Juice bar with vegan smoothies, bowls and coffee. Mon 8:00am-4:00pm, Tue 9:30am-4:00pm, Wed-Sun 8:00am-4:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Farmers' Market
Calle 215 ~ : +506-88493728
Inexpensive -- -- Additional Info: Saturday market with vendors selling organic vegetables, preserves, cookies, tempeh, kombucha, kimchi, dried fruits, seasonal fruits, locally made breads, coffee, chocolate and local vegetarian food, local handcrafts, natural soaps and beauty products. Sat 7:00am-12:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Gelateria Deelite Italian Gelato
C. 213 ~ :
Inexpensive -- -- Additional Info: Vegan-friendly gelateria which also offers vegan options for crêpes, coffee with milk alternatives and other snacks that can be veganizied. Mon-Sun 11:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Hola Boba Bubble Tea
Hotel, Calle 217 ~ : +506-64806175
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Take-out -- Additional Info: Bubble tea/boba café. All milk tea options can be made vegan with the option of coconut milk. Staff speaks English. Green tea boba, milky boba, brown sugar latte. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 11:00am-7:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Iriria Specialty Coffee Truck
M726+3Q9, Playa Cocles ~ : +506-83089181
Moderate -- Take-out -- Additional Info: Food truck serving coffee with plant-based milk alternatives. Also offers food items such as vegan banana bread. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Fri 11:00am-6:00pm, Sat-Sun 8:30am-7:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Namu Tienda Gourmet and Organica
M64V+7WR, Limón Province ~ : +506-88862133
Inexpensive -- -- Additional Info: Superfoods and organics, natural soaps and cosmetics. At 30m south from Terraventuras Jungle Expeditions, heading towards Megasuper in Puerto Viejo town. Mon-Fri 9:00am-3:00pm, Sat 7:30am-12:30pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Natural Mysticas
Calle 213 ~ : +506-72430275
Inexpensive -- -- Additional Info: Eco store run by female collective, Offers vegan desserts. Also sells products, accessories, local art. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Fri 11:00am-8:00pm, Sat 9:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Take It Easy
Puerto Viejo ~ :
Inexpensive -- Take-out, Caribbean, Costa Rican -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Food truck selling vegan curry vegetables and salad. Sat-Sun 11:30am-5:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

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