Oceanfront Dining @ La Parcela

Fresh seafood and panoramic views of the Pacific from a tropical peninsula.

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La Parcela Restaurant - Unique seafood dining surrounded by ocean views and refreshing sea breezes.

La Parcela Restaurant Dominicalito

The Vibe

La Parcela sits on Punta Dominical, a tropical peninsula just beyond Playa Dominicalito, with the Pacific Ocean visible on both sides of its open-air dining room. Sea breezes, mature trees, and sweeping coastal views toward the Osa Peninsula create one of Costa Ballena’s most memorable restaurant settings.

Serving locals and visitors for more than 40 years, La Parcela is especially popular around sunset. White-faced capuchin monkeys sometimes move through the surrounding trees, adding an unforgettable wildlife encounter to the dining experience.

Best Suited For

Seafood lovers, sunset seekers, romantic couples, families, photographers, wildlife enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a scenic lunch or relaxed dinner near Dominical and Dominicalito

Menu Highlights

  • Fresh local fish ceviche and tuna tartare
  • Whole fried fish and grilled fish fillet
  • Shellfish soup with fish, shrimp, crab, squid, and octopus
  • Grilled tuna, jumbo shrimp, and rice with shellfish
  • Fish tacos, Costa Rican-style, nachos, and quesadillas
  • Pasta, chicken, salads, and vegetarian-friendly choices

Price Range

$$-$$$ - Main courses: 8,000-21,000 colones ; $16-45 USD per person

Venue Details

⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.5 (1,254 Google reviews)

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