INFORMATION PROVIDED BY HAPPYCOW.NET - Spread the word! Please tell the businesses you found them on HappyCow.
San Jose (86)
Sorted by: Default
La Nutria Vegana
75 metros norte del Ebais La Virgen, Sarapiqui, Heredia ~ : +506-27611123
Inexpensive -- Vegan, International, Organic, Fast food, Salad bar, Gluten-free -- Additional Info: A fully vegan restaurant next to the river in a rustic environment with nature. Menu can be seen on the website link and includes a veggie burger, casado, tacos, a sandwich, falafel, pesto pasta, and Neapolitan spaghetti. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Cash only. Mon-Sun 10:00am-2:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)
Sopitas
29 Barrio Escalante (at San jose) ~ : +506-63868949
Moderate -- Vegan, Indian, International, Italian, Macrobiotic, Thai, Mediterranean, Fast food, Take-out, Mexican, Asian, European, French, Fusion, Middle Eastern, Vietnamese, Gluten-free, Latin -- Additional Info: Soup cafe offering a selection of soups and focaccia using locally sourced ingredients. Limited seating. Reported open June 2022. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon 11:30am-8:00pm, Tue 11:30am-7:30pm, Wed-Fri 11:30am-9:00pm, Sat-Sun 11:30am-8:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)
Vegan Noise
Parque de la Paz 250 ~ : +506-60717075
Inexpensive -- Vegan, Delivery -- Additional Info: Fully vegan take out and delivery service that specializes in fried mock chicken and burgers. Also features nachos, burritos, and quesadillas. Look for the black gate. Tue-Thu 12:00pm-9:00pm, Fri-Sat 12:00pm-10:30pm, Sun 12:00pm-8:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)
Arbol de Seda
Barrio Escalante 7th Ave, 35th St (at about 100m from Universidad Hispanoamericana in Barrio Escalante) ~ : +506-22810513
Moderate -- Lacto, International, Western, Fusion, Costa Rican -- Additional Info: Offers vegetarian fusion consisting of a mix of Spanish, Peruvian, Japanese, and Italian cuisine. Most dishes contain cheese but some can be vegan upon request. Opened since Sept 2012. Previously located on Barrio Escalante, del Centro Cultural 250 norte. NOTE: advertises itself as fully vegetarian, but has been reported to serve fish at special events - please confirm and update HappyCow. Accepts credit cards. Tue-Wed 9:00am-5:00pm, Thu-Sat 9:00am-10:00pm, Sun 9:00am-5:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)
El Buho Vegetariano
Libreria Universitaria, 25 mt East of Soda la U (at Calle Amargura, San Pedro) ~ : +506-22246293
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, International, Organic, Western, Juice bar, Take-out, Bakery -- Additional Info: Located near the UCR. Has Wi-Fi. NOTE: Most dishes are vegan by default, others can be customized. 25 Meters East from librería Universitaria. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Fri 11:30am-6:00pm, Sat 10:00am-4:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)
Pu Ti
Front of Pali Novacentro, Guadalupe ~ : +506-22248952
Inexpensive -- Vegan-friendly, Chinese, Take-out, Taiwanese -- Additional Info: Taiwanese family-run, small vegetarian restaurant with vegan options. Soups, noodles, rice and many specialty dishes that are plant based such as eggplant with basil, bamboo and vegetable stir-fry and potato curry are also on the menu. Also sells mock pork and mock fish for home use. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Wed 11:00am-6:00pm, Fri-Sun 11:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Susbida
Avenida 7, Calle 5, diagonal al Alianza Francesa, Carmen ~ : +506-88869437
Inexpensive -- Ovo, Buffet, Take-out, Asian, Taiwanese -- Additional Info: Taiwanese vegetarian restaurant, est. since 2011. Basic and small with tables and stool seating. Cash only. Mon-Sat 11:30am-4:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)
Té U
Calle de la Amargura ~ :
Inexpensive -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, Take-out, Asian -- Additional Info: Small vegetarian Asian restaurant and bubble tea shop. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sat 11:00am-7:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
11-47
C. 19, Aranjuez (at Hotel Aranjuez) ~ : +506-84493167
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Beer/Wine, Caribbean, Fusion, Gluten-free, Honey, Latin, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant at Hotel Aranjuez offering vegan choices such as rice paper with avocado & watermelon steak, potato croquettes and portobello mushrooms. Dishes can be made vegan upon request. Reservations required. Wheelchair accessible. -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Alí Babá
Centro Comercial Plazavenida, Ave Central, Frente a Chelles (at Ave Central) ~ : +506-22484324
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Mediterranean, Bakery, Middle Eastern, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Lebanese family owned restaurant offering vegan falafel dishes, casados and lentil soup. Also offers some vegan desserts. Uses a separate fryer for vegan dishes. Staff is knowledgeable about veganism. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-5:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Alma de Arbol
San José, San Gerardo de Dota ~ : +506-21001743
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Pizza, International, Organic, Beer/Wine, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Family-friendly restaurant serving burgers, pizza, salads, bowls and sandwiches. Offers vegan or adaptable dishes such as hummus, guacamole, bowls, salads, pasta and pizzas. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sat 9:00am-9:00pm, Sun 9:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)
Atípico
Nunciatura ~ : +506-70235528
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, Western, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant in Nunciatura offers several vegan choices including a Beyond Meat burger, Beyond Meat meatballs, toast, avocado and mushroom bruschettas, salad, fries, hummus. Outdoor seating. Reservations required. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)
Atsui Ramen
Av 8 ~ : +506-70429578
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Gluten-free, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Ramen restaurant that offers a variety of Japanese dishes. There is a veg option for any of the items on their menu. Has vegan and veggie ramen, bao buns, edamame, noodles, gyozas, takoyakis, etc. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Tue-Fri 11:30am-3:00pm, Tue-Wed 5:00pm-9:00pm, Thu-Fri 5:00pm-10:00pm, Sat 12:00pm-3:00pm, 5:00pm-9:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)
Bienvenidos
104, Rohrmoser ~ : +506-22329770
Moderate -- Chinese, Take-out, Asian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Chinese eatery with tofu dishes, such as "tau fu" and vegetable fried rice. Specify vegan and no egg when ordering. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet
Bulali
Avenida Escazu ~ : +506-25199090
Expensive -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, Organic, Juice bar, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Bakery, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Uses organic, natural and local products as much as possible and does not use artificial preservatives or colorings. Vegetarian and vegan dishes are clearly labelled on menu. All coffee and cocoa drinks are organic and local. All vendors are certified organic and/or maintain eco-friendly practices. Located in the upscale Avenida Escazu center with an open kitchen and bakery. Free Wi-Fi. Ample parking. NOTE: Reported January 2022 to have limited vegan options - please verify and send updates to HappyCow. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 7:30am-7:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)
Café Rojo
Barrío Amón (at Avenida 7 between Calle 3 and 5) ~ : +506-22212425
Inexpensive -- Raw, Salad bar, Juice bar, Take-out, Bakery, Fusion, Vietnamese, Gluten-free, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Cafe with a towering cactus out front. Uses fresh produce of Costa Rica to create lunch specials such as Vietnamese noodle bowls, sandwiches and salads. All offerings come in a vegan option. Also has vegan banana bread and muffins as well as coffee. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Fri 12:00pm-8:00pm, Sat-Sun 10:00am-8:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Choko - Maybe closed
Avenida Central, Calle 2 ~ : +506-22212757
Inexpensive -- Vegan-friendly, Mediterranean, Fast food, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Middle Eastern, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Middle Eastern cuisine with extensive vegan choices. Includes falafel bowl, falafel salad, Lebanese fattoush salad, hummus verde bowl, hummus shawarma bowl, pita wrap, spicy pita wrap, falafel burger, hummus, pita chips, french fries and other monthly specials. Previously called Falafel House. NOTE: Maybe closed February 2025 - please send updates to HappyCow. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sat 8:00am-8:00pm, Sun 9:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Cuero Papel y Tijera Café
Calle 60 Avenida 10 ~ : +506-70182774
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Western, Juice bar, Delivery, Take-out, Fusion, Gluten-free, Honey, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Café and bag store offering vegan choices such as a bagel sandwich, quinoa salad and plant milk for drinks. Specify no dairy or eggs when ordering. NOTE: Reported July 2024 to have limited vegan options – please send updates to HappyCow. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sat 10:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet
Denny's
Calle 68A (at Plaza Irazú) ~ : +506-25202500
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, American, Take-out, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 12:00am-12:00am -- Rating: 2.5 Happycow(s)
Denny's - Pinares
C137 Pinares ~ :
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, American, International, Western, Fast food, Take-out, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. American diner chain that's open all hours. Offers standard fare, but there are choices like toast (potato, multi-grain wheat, or 7-grain bread), regular English muffin, grits, oatmeal, hash browns, potatoes, fries, vegetable sides, garden salad (with balsamic vinaigrette, French, or Italian dressing), build-your-own burger (choose brioche or whole wheat buns and Beyond Meat patty), and various skillets (option to add tortillas). Be sure to specify vegan when ordering by saying no cheese, egg, or butter. Mon-Sun 12:00am-12:00am -- Rating: Not rated yet
Donde Su La Cafeteria
Ruta Nacional Secundaria 200 ~ : +506-71093129
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Delivery, Take-out, Honey, Latin, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant & cafe offering a few vegan items such as burger, casado, salads and breakfast. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Fri 7:00am-6:00pm, Sat-Sun 8:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet
El Lobo Mestizo
Avenida 2 ~ : +506-83837098
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Western, Mexican, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Offers a few vegan options for every course. Very friendly staff, more vegan options possible if you ask. Offers items like yuca, plantains, vegan vegetable tacos (usually offered with cheese but can be done without). Mon-Tue 11:00am-10:00pm, Wed-Thu 11:00am-11:00pm, Fri 11:00am-1:00am, Sat 12:00pm-1:00am, Sun 12:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)
FAQRA
WWMP+XMF, Barrio Escalante ~ : +506-40309930
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Middle Eastern, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Arabian food restaurant. Reported that falafel, hummus and babaganoush are vegan, plus many others. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Wed 12:00pm-10:00pm, Thu 12:00pm-10:30pm, Fri-Sat 12:00pm-12:00am, Sun 12:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Franco
Barrio Escalante, Av 7 casa 3166 ~ : +506-40827006
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, International, Western, Gluten-free, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Coffeehouse and cafe est. 2017 with labeled vegan options including veggie tacos, toasts and salads. Also offers plant milks for coffee.
Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Fri 7:00am-7:00pm, Sat-Sun 9:00am-7:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)
Fuso Pizza
Plaza Lomas de Ayarco, local 1. Contiguo a la Artística, Curridabat ~ : +506-70701298
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Pizza, Italian, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Pizzeria serving Neapolitan pizza with vegan cheese for pizzas such as pizza margherita and pizza fungi. Outdoor seating. Reservations required. Accepts credit cards. Wed-Fri 6:00pm-10:00pm, Sat-Sun 1:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Green Bites
Calle 68 9a, Northwest from Scotiabank ~ : +506-22203286
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Western, Salad bar, Juice bar, Take-out, Gluten-free, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Health focused restaurant offering labeled vegan options including a grilled veggie delight and home made falafel. Also offers build your own salads and wraps that can be made vegan. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Fri 9:00am-2:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet
Hinoki Sushi
Parque de Coronado ~ : +506-89318167
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Delivery, Take-out, Asian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Japanese restaurant with an assortment of vegan vegetable sushi rolls. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Fri 5:00pm-9:00pm, Sat-Sun 12:00pm-9:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet
Hostel Shakti
Avenida 8 y Calle 13 (at Barrio La Soledad) ~ : +506-22214631
Moderate -- Juice bar, Caribbean, Costa Rican, Latin American, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant operating since 1987. In addition to is menu it offers a daily lunch plate that is usually vegetarian. Has fresh baked goods. Uses some organic produce. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Fri 7:30am-7:00pm, Sat 8:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
House of Dumplings
Calle 9 ~ : +506-22214814
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Ovo, Chinese, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Small Chinese restaurant in Chinatown offering vegan-friendly choices such as chop suey, tofu, vegetables, and tacos. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet
II Vicolo
Av 3 506, Barrio Escalante ~ : +506-89311942
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Pizza, Italian, Fast food, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. A pizzeria in "El Jardín de Lolita" with a garden setting. Offers vegan pizza with vegan cheese, plus vegetarian pizzas can be made vegan by subbing with vegan cheese. Recommended to try the 'pizza funghi' which may not be on the restaurant menu, but can be ordered online. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Wed 5:00pm-10:00pm, Thu 5:00pm-11:00pm, Fri-Sat 12:00pm-11:00pm, Sun 12:00pm-9:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Indian Palace - Barrio Escalante
Calle 33, Av 1, Amalio Jimenez Volio, Barrio Escalante ~ : +506-85836358
Moderate -- Lacto, Indian, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Indian restaurant with a vegetarian section on the menu and labeled vegan options. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon 11:00am-9:30pm, Tue-Sat 11:00am-10:00pm, Sun 11:00am-9:30pm -- Rating: Not rated yet
Indian Palace San Jose
Av. 2 (at Corner of Calle 37) ~ : +506-85836358
Moderate -- Lacto, Indian, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Indian restaurant with labeled vegan options, including dals, curries, rice dishes, roti, samosas, and more. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Jugobar
WRP6+43 San José (at City Place) ~ : +506-47010946
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Juice bar, Gluten-free, Honey, Latin, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant with labeled vegan items, such as the vegan burrito, jackfruit tacos, and garbanzo torta. Also serves fruit bowls & smoothies made with coconut milk. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 8:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)
Kaps Café
Calle 19 Entre Avenidas 11 & 13 (at Hotel Kaps Place) ~ : +506-22211169
Inexpensive -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, International, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Cafe with clearly labeled vegan choices. Mon-Sun 7:00am-7:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet
Kasai
Plaza Express Sabanilla ~ : +506-63685782
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Asian, Fusion, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Asian fusion restaurant offering a few items that are or can be made vegan such as miso soup, edamame, spring tacos, bento, pad Thai, bao, and ramen. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Thu 12:00pm-3:00pm, Mon-Wed 5:30pm-9:00pm, Thu 5:30pm-9:30pm, Fri-Sat 12:00pm-10:00pm, Sun 12:00pm-9:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
La Divina Comida
Avenida Escazú, San Rafael ~ : +506-22088899
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Honey, Breakfast, Peruvian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. A Peruvian restaurant with clearly labeled vegan choices on the menu, as well as many things that can be made vegan. Offers a mushroom ceviche, with vegan leche de tigre, vegetable risotto and arroz chaufa plus a couple of soups. Outdoor seating. Reservations required. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Fri 7:00am-11:00pm, Sat 8:00am-11:00pm, Sun 8:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)
La Oliva Verde
3er piso Food Court Mall San Pedro, Montes de Oca ~ : +506-22539551
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Mediterranean, Juice bar, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Salads, pita bread, fresh fruit smoothies, vegetarian soups. Everything is prepared on site. Relocated from Escazu. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)
Luz De Luna
Barrio Escalante, Calle 33 entre avenidas 3 y 5 10101 (at De Baglmen´s 150 Norte frente a Intensa) ~ : +506-22254919
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, Beer/Wine, Breakfast, Costa Rican, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Café and restaurant located inside a hotel. Offers a few vegan items such as Costa Rican breakfast, campesinas potatoes, chorreadas, vegan chowder, Costa Rican gallos, grilled mushrooms, sweet potato basket and more. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Wed 7:00am-12:00pm, Thu 7:00am-2:00pm, Thu-Sat 6:00pm-10:00pm, Sat-Sun 7:00am-2:00pm, Sun 6:00pm-9:30pm -- Rating: 1.5 Happycow(s)
Mei Lai Wa
Plaza Viquez, Frente a las Piscinas ~ : +506-22222286
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, Chinese, International, Japanese, Asian, Vietnamese, Korean, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Has a separate kitchen for vegan and vegetarian food. The vegan menu has many choices in each one of the cuisines they serve. Please tell your server you are vegan and they will recommend the best dishes for your taste. Sometimes they give a courtesy dessert (exclusive for vegan customers). Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)
Mundoloco
Diagonal al Banco Popular, San Pedro ~ : +506-83183000
Moderate -- Ovo, Pizza, International, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Caribbean, Latin, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Local brew pub and restaurant with separate vegan and vegetarian menu. Example offerings include rice and beans with falafel, vegan nachos, hummus with focaccia, wraps and burgers. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Tue 5:00pm-12:00am, Wed 5:00pm-12:30am, Thu 5:00pm-12:00am, Fri-Sat 12:00pm-2:30am, Sun 12:00pm-12:00am -- Rating: Not rated yet
Naans & Curries
Momentum Pinares ~ : +506-22717777
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Indian, Delivery, Take-out, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Indian restaurant with a selection of vegan dishes including chana masala, aloo baingan, mutter mushroom, and more. Outdoor seating. Reservations required. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Nana Falafel & Juice Bar
Av 7, Calle 62A, Mata Redonda ~ : +506-40340364
Inexpensive -- Vegan-friendly, Organic, Raw, Mediterranean, Salad bar, Juice bar, Delivery, Bakery, Middle Eastern, Israeli, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Has a salad bar and a juice bar with lots of clearly labeled vegan choices (and gluten free items such as buns & pancakes). Vegans can order cupcakes, ice cream made with coconut milk, organic chocolate, coffee, juices, ice tea, smoothies and many more. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Fri 8:00am-9:00pm, Sat 8:00am-3:00pm, Sun 8:00am-4:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)
Noga Sushi Monteverde
contiguo municipalidad, 20 metros oeste, Puntarenas Province, Monte Verde ~ : +506-88055225
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Asian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Sushi restaurant with two types of vegetarian sushi rolls that can be made vegan. Also offers marinated tofu, wakame salad, and edamame. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 3:00pm-11:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
O'Libano
50 sur de la Contrataría General de la República, La Sabana ~ : +506-88649817
Inexpensive -- Vegan-friendly, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Lebanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Lebanese restaurant with vegan options, including: falafel, wraps, ummus, baba ganoush, tabouleh, vegetables, and pita bread. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 11:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)
P.F. Chang's
C/ Santa Cecilia ~ : +506-40807300
Moderate -- Ovo, Chinese, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Asian, Fusion, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Outdoor seating. Reservations required. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Thu 12:00pm-10:00pm, Fri-Sat 12:00pm-11:00pm, Sun 12:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Papa John's
102, San Vicente, Moravia ~ : +506-22589999
Inexpensive -- Lacto, American, Pizza, Italian, Fast food, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Mon-Thu 11:00am-10:00pm, Fri-Sat 11:00am-11:00pm, Sun 11:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Papa John's - Desamparados
Calle 57A ~ : +506-22589999
Inexpensive -- Lacto, American, Pizza, Italian, Fast food, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: NOTE: Reported May 2024 to have limited vegan options – please send updates to HappyCow. Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet
Papa John's - Rohrmoser
BV. Ernesto Rohrmoser 10108, Rohrmoser ~ : +506-71869429
Inexpensive -- Lacto, American, Pizza, Italian, Fast food, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Mon-Fri 11:00am-10:00pm, Sat-Sun 11:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet
Phoenicia
Avenida 65 ~ : +506-22416282
Moderate -- Lacto, Mediterranean, Delivery, Take-out, Middle Eastern, Lebanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Lebanese restaurant with vegan options, such as mezze, falafel, and hummus. Reservations required. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Tue-Fri 12:00pm-3:00pm, 6:00pm-10:00pm, Sat 12:00pm-4:00pm, 6:00pm-10:30pm, Sun 12:00pm-5:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet
Pizza Kan
Clínica Altamédica, Calle 21, González Lahmann ~ : +506-21010140
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Pizza, Italian, Fast food, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Honey, Costa Rican, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Locally owned pizzeria with a small vegan pizza section on their menu. Offers at least five different vegan pizzas using cheese made from canola oil and almonds. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Tue-Thu 5:00pm-9:00pm, Fri-Sat 12:00pm-9:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Ramenezco
Avenida 9, Calle 35 ~ : +506-85681958
Moderate -- Lacto, Japanese, Organic, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Asian, Gluten-free, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Asian restaurant offering vegan ramen, gyoza, gyoza soup and seaweed salad all made from local sourced ingredients. Ask for the options of the day and also if you would like a specific dish made vegan. Also serves home-made kombucha and tea. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Tue-Thu 12:00pm-10:00pm, Fri-Sat 12:00pm-11:00pm, Sun 12:00pm-6:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)
Restaurante Isla Verde
104, Pavas, Favorita Sur ~ : +506-22965067
Moderate -- Ovo, Chinese, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Asian, Gluten-free, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Cantonese and Asian-inspired restaurant in a hotel with a vegan & vegetarian menu. Vegan selection includes rice noodles with curry, stir-fried tofu & vegetables and sizzling rice topped with stir-fried vegetables & tofu. Reservations required. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sat 11:00am-9:30pm, Sun 11:00am-8:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Restaurante Yokohama
Av. 1 ~ : +506-22731828
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Japanese restaurant with a vegan & vegetarian menu featuring different kinds of sushi rolls, miso soup, ramen and a couple of tofu-based appetizers. Outdoor seating. Reservations required. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon 3:00pm-9:30pm, Tue-Sat 1:00pm-9:30pm, Sun 1:00pm-8:30pm -- Rating: Not rated yet
Sabor del Líbano
Castro Fernández ~ : +506-86877777
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Middle Eastern, Latin, Breakfast, Lebanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Lebanese restaurant offering vegan-friendly dishes such as hummus, baba ghanoush and pumpkin empanadas. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon 10:00am-10:00pm, Wed-Fri 10:00am-10:00pm, Sat 11:00am-10:00pm, Sun 11:00am-5:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Samadhi
Calle 35, Entre Ave 5 y 7 ~ : +506-84191111
Expensive -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, Pizza, International, Beer/Wine, Mexican, Caribbean, Fusion, Honey, Latin, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. High end restaurant offering local and international food. More than 90% of the menu can be made vegan on request. Has a cocktail bar. Reported to serve meat May 2023. Outdoor seating. Reservations required. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 12:00pm-11:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Satto
C077, San Pedro ~ : +506-22811955
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Asian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Japanese restaurant with vegan and vegetarian choices clearly labeled on menu. Note: has limited parking. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Fri 12:00pm-3:00pm, Mon-Thu 6:30pm-10:00pm, Fri 6:30pm-10:30pm, Sat 12:00pm-10:30pm, Sun 12:00pm-9:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Seiku
109 San Vicente ~ : +506-22363165
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Asian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Sushi restaurant offering a selection of vegan rolls on request Some options include plantain rolls, avocado rolls and more. Mon-Wed 12:00pm-3:00pm, 6:00pm-10:00pm, Thu-Sat 12:00pm-10:00pm, Sun 12:00pm-9:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Shang Hao
Autopista General Cañas, Belén ~ : +506-22390344
Moderate -- Ovo, Chinese, Delivery, Take-out, Asian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Chinese restaurant with vegetarian section on menu which includes vegan choices. A few other regular menu items may be modified for vegans when you ask. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Thu 11:00am-10:00pm, Fri-Sun 11:00am-11:00pm -- Rating: 2 Happycow(s)
Sikwa
Calle 41 ~ : +506-70931662
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Gluten-free, Latin, Costa Rican, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Costa Rican restaurant with vegan choices. Menu is clearly labeled and includes green plantain flour empanada, vegan picadillo, rice with grilled squash and more. Outdoor seating. Reservations required. Free Wi-Fi. Wed-Sat 6:00pm-11:00pm, Sat 12:00pm-3:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Soberanos Brewers
Calle Lisímaco Chavarría ~ : +506-88850876
Moderate -- Ovo, International, Thai, Caribbean, Taiwanese, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. A brewery and noodle bar with labelled vegan dishes. Outdoor seating. Reservations required. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Wed 12:00pm-10:00pm, Thu-Sat 12:00pm-11:00pm, Sun 12:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Soda de Mary
Avenue 16, Mangos ~ : +506-22533337
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Take-out, Latin, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Argentinian restaurant with clearly marked vegan meal options, including a falafel sandwich and casado. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Fri 7:30am-6:00pm, Sat 8:00am-2:00pm, Sun 9:00am-2:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Soda La Casita de Yaki
2RHJ+JG San Pedro de Santa Bárbara (at Calle Vieja at Calle Rincon) ~ : +506-84818274
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Ovo, International, Mediterranean, Juice bar, Caribbean, European, Fusion, Breakfast, Costa Rican, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Located in the Northern districts of San Jose. Family-run soda with very little vegan choices on the menu. They will, however, custom make something for you (just tell them what you don't eat - sin carne, sin huevo, etc.). You need a car to reach the neighborhood. Large portions and freshly made. Mon-Sun 8:00am-3:00pm, 6:00pm-11:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Soda San Cristobal
Paso de la Vaca ~ : +506-22231321
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Juice bar, Delivery, Take-out, Mexican, Costa Rican, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Casual Costa Rican food at a sit-down food stall inside the Central Market. The 'vegetariano plate' consists of cooked vegetables, spaghetti marinara, kidney beans, rice, fried plantains, salad, tortilla, corn chips, salad with palm heart, sopa negra (soup made of beans). Vegans please confirm if this plate is fully vegan or veganizable. Uber Eats. -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)
Tacobar Pinares
Calle 137, Centro Comercial Momentum Pinares Local #26 ~ : +506-22728875
Moderate -- Lacto, Mediterranean, Salad bar, Beer/Wine, Mexican, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Chain Mexican restaurant offering vegan tacos, burritos, hummus, falafel and a salad bar. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sat 8:00am-9:00pm, Sun 8:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)
Taj Mahal
Calle Azofeifa ~ : +506-40825555
Moderate -- Lacto, Indian, Beer/Wine, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Indian restaurant offering a selection of vegetarian dishes with marked lactose free options including dal, eggplant and more. Authentic dancing on Friday nights at 8pm. Staff is knowledgeable about veganism. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 12:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Taj Mahal - Plaza Cariari
C26, Plaza Cariari, Airport Highway, Heredia ~ : +506-40820123
Moderate -- Lacto, Indian, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Indian restaurant offering a selection of vegetarian dishes with marked lactose-free options, including dal, eggplant and more. Staff is knowledgeable about veganism. One of two locations. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet
Tin Jo
30, Calle 11 (at downtown) ~ : +506-22217605
Moderate -- Asian, Fusion, Korean, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Asian food restaurant near Ave Central Market with some vegetarian dishes such as Indian curry, tofu kung pao, Korean chap che, and pad thai. Be sure to specify vegan. Menu has icons for fish, dairy, egg ingredients. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Fri 11:30am-2:30pm, Mon-Thu 6:00pm-10:00pm, Fri-Sat 6:00pm-11:00pm, Sat 12:00pm-3:30pm, Sun 12:00pm-9:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)
Ukelele
Barrio Escalante, Jardin de Lolita (at 50 mts este de Fercori) ~ : +506-22481535
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Fusion, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Some of the vegetarian dishes can be made vegan such as wraps, sandwiches, lasagna and others. Situated in a space with many different restaurants. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Tue-Wed 12:00pm-10:00pm, Thu-Sat 12:00pm-12:00am, Sun 12:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Wo Kapi
Calle 8, Santa Ana ~ : +506-61921083
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Organic, Western, Delivery, Take-out, Honey, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Cafe serving breakfast and lunch. Offers clearly marked vegan or veganizable choices including an avocado toast with balsamic reduction & vegetables, fruit salad, mushroom panini sandwich, green salad, customizable veggie bowls and plant-based milk for drinks. Pet-friendly. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sat 7:00am-6:00pm, Sun 8:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet
Bean To Bliss
Gran Centro Comercial del Sur Primera Planta ~ : +506-84468333
Inexpensive -- -- Additional Info: Chocolate shop offering a wide range of vegan chocolates. Wheelchair accessible. Mon-Sat 10:00am-7:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Cacao Magic House
La Ceiba ~ : +506-89539178
Inexpensive -- Organic, Delivery -- Additional Info: Local shop sells cacao products, unroasted and organic cacao from South Caribbean, Costa Rica. Also offers plant-based treats, varieties of chocolates, dehydrated fruits coated with chocolate, chocolate nut butter and more. Some products can be ordered online. Mon-Fri 2:00pm-6:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)
FCH Sweetness Pastry
Los Faroles, Curridabat ~ : +506-71161110
Inexpensive -- Bakery -- Additional Info: No storefront; call to arrange pickup or delivery. All vegan bakery goods. Whatsapp 71161110. Tue-Fri 9:00am-6:00pm, Sun 9:00am-3:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)
PURALMA Vegan Bakery
del Fresh Market, 150 metros al Este, Av 9 ~ : +506-63075059
Inexpensive -- Bakery -- Additional Info: Artisan vegan bakery offering cakes, an ice cream sandwich and pastries like croissants and typical Costa Rican desserts but a plant-based version. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon 8:00am-6:00pm, Wed-Sun 8:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)
Auto Mercado (Centro)
Avenida 3, Calle 3 ~ : +506-22335511
Inexpensive -- -- Additional Info: This is a regular supermarket chain that offers more vegan options here than at other locations, including multiple brands of soymilk and nut milks and soy yogurt. Carries numerous BioLand products that are widely found at other stores, including cookies, snacks, flax, cereals, organic coffee, and the delicious, expensive, but vegan Britt brand chocolate treats, such as chocolate covered coffee beans, macadamia nuts, and passion fruit jelly. Mon-Sat 6:30am-9:00pm, Sun 9:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Avogarden
Autopista Próspero Fernández ~ : +506-88791747
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, American, International, Fast food, Juice bar, Beer/Wine, Latin, Breakfast -- Additional Info: Cafe and restaurant offering vegan rice paper rolls and whole roasted cauliflower sharing plate. Additional vegetarian dishes may be made vegan upon request, such as avocado toast. Outdoor seating. Reservations required. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Thu 11:00am-9:00pm, Fri 11:00am-10:00pm, Sat 8:00am-10:00pm, Sun 8:00am-8:00pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)
Da Noi
Calle 137 (at San Jose Province, Curridabat, 11801) ~ : +506-22726131
Inexpensive -- -- Additional Info: An ice cream place offers several vegan ice cream flavors, including chocolate and 2 fruit flavors. Also has coffee and salads that can be made vegan. Mon-Sun 9:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet
El Mercadito Central
Combai Mercado Urbano, Route 27 ~ : +506-47008161
Inexpensive -- -- Additional Info: Carries healthy, artisanal, natural, and for the most part, organic products. You can find vegan cheeses, vegan deli meats such as mock-pepperoni and deli slices, as well as vegan jams, juices, chia, hemp seeds, etc. There is a small selection of organic produce, teas, coffee, as well as ornamental plants, healthy snacks, and some beauty products. Located 50 meters east of Flash Car Escazu. Mon-Fri 10:00am-7:00pm, Sat 9:00am-7:00pm, Sun 10:00am-7:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet
Feria Verde de Aranjuez
Parque Polideportivo Aranjuez, Calle 19 y Avenida 15 ~ : +506-72176804
Inexpensive -- -- Additional Info: Outdoor market with vendors selling fresh organic produce, a variety of prepared foods, art, clothing, accessories, and more. Sat 7:00am-12:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)
Feria Verde de Ciudad Colon
Mercado Viejo del Centro de Ciudad Colon ~ : +506-22805749
Inexpensive -- -- Additional Info: Outdoor market with vendors selling fresh organic produce, a variety of prepared foods, local art, accessories, and more. Sat 7:00am-12:30pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)
Mocapan Pinares
Cartago Province, Curridabat, Ayarco Norte ~ : +506-40826989
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Ovo, Delivery, Take-out, Bakery, European, German, Honey, Breakfast -- Additional Info: German café, bakery and deli offering a few labelled vegan items such as non-dairy milks for beverages, apple pie, raspberry-vanilla pie, tostada campo, Buddha bowl, falafel wrap and breads. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 8:00am-7:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet
Pachamama Macrobiótica y Artes
Calle 31, Barrio Escalante ~ : +506-83880786
Inexpensive -- -- Additional Info: Vegetarian health food store. Stocks vegan products such as cheese, ice cream and whole foods. Also sells locally made jewelry from recycled materials, plus cosmetics and personal care. Mon-Fri 9:00am-7:00pm, Sat-Sun 10:30am-7:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Panadería Cumpanis
Calle 41 ~ : +506-22347400
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Ovo, Delivery, Take-out, Bakery, Breakfast -- Additional Info: Coffee shop and bakery offering a labelled vegan sandwich, as well as a variety of vegan breads. Also offers other sandwiches and salads that can be made vegan. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sat 7:00am-7:00pm, Sun 7:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)
Selva Orgánica
Platanillo ~ : +506-84486794
Inexpensive -- Organic, Raw, Honey -- Additional Info: Cafe & organic market offering a few vegan items such as berry bars, power balls, raw cakes, cheesecake, tahini fudge, blueberry cake, sea moss shortbread and more. Wheelchair accessible. Cash only. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Thu 9:00am-7:00pm, Fri-Sat 9:00am-8:00pm, Sun 10:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet
Super Kosher
El Fogoncito, Pavas ~ : +506-22202174
-- -- Additional Info: Sells a variety of vegan and vegetarian products not found in typical supermarkets. Many items with the [PARVE] symbol such as vegan chocolates, soy cheeses, meat replacers & egg-replacers. Has vegan mayonnaise and gluten free. Mon-Wed 9:00am-6:00pm, Thu 9:00am-8:00pm, Fri 9:00am-4:00pm, Sun 10:00am-5:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)
Terafrut
WWR7+W8 (at Calle 20 & Avenida 15 SW Corner) ~ : +506-22484128
Moderate -- Lacto, Juice bar, Take-out -- Additional Info: Juice and fruit bar offering fresh, pre-made 100% juices and pre cut fruit cups. Mon-Sat 6:00am-5:00pm -- Rating: 2 Happycow(s)
Tong Yi Supermarket
Sobre Blv Rohmoser, del Parque la Amistad 150m Oeste, Pavas ~ : +506-22910825
Inexpensive -- -- Additional Info: Taiwanese supermarket has a whole section for vegan products, such as agar agar, sauces, spices, tofu, frozen faux meats like bacon, etc. and more. As of Nov 2020, this is the only place in CR where you can find vegan food for dogs and cats. Please update the map marker for HappyCow if needed. Mon-Fri 9:00am-5:30pm, Sat 8:00am-5:30pm, Sun 9:00am-5:30pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)
It is advised to call ahead before you visit any listing in the restaurant directory to confirm the open hours, etc.
If you appreciate this free service and would like to offer your support, please contribute online at: www.happycow.net/supporter
All contents copyright © 1999-2025 HappyCow's Healthy Eating Guide. All rights reserved.