km 3 Ruta Nacional 159, Playa Penca, Sardinal, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
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Dine & Drink
Taste the Vibe
Coastal Flavors, Craft Cocktails, and Costa Rican Culinary Traditions
Savor six regionally inspired dining experiences, from signature Costa Rican cuisine with panoramic coastal views to open-flame all-day dining overlooking Playa Penca. Enjoy craft cocktails infused with local flavors, poolside Latin-inspired dishes, fresh pastries and specialty coffee, plus colorful artisanal ice creams for all ages.
Costa Rican Seafood & Steak Restaurant
La Finca
An elegant Costa Rican seafood and steak restaurant at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique offering fresh seafood, grass-fed beef, maize-driven flavors and panoramic coastal views. La Finca is perfect for refined dinners rooted in Chorotega tradition, with a graceful, contemporary feel.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours: 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Costa Rican All-Day Restaurant
Tico-Tica
A refined Costa Rican all-day restaurant at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique offering open-flame cooking, fresh seafood, premium grilled meats and views of Playa Penca. Tico-Tica suits relaxed breakfasts, lunches and dinners, with an open kitchen and a warm coastal feel.
- Serves: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Small Plates & Cocktails Bar
Peacock Alley Bar
A refined cocktail bar at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique offering craft cocktails infused with traditional Costa Rican flavor, rum and mezcal tasting flights, and small plates such as tostadas and empanadas. Peacock Alley Bar suits leisurely evenings, with ancestral flavors and a polished lounge feel.
- Serves: Craft Cocktails & Small Plates
- Hours: 4:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Bakery Coffee Café
Buena Nota Bakery & Coffee Shop
A bright bakery coffee café at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique offering specialty Costa Rican roasts, fresh fruit, pastries and croissants with tropical flavors and classic French technique. Buena Nota Bakery & Coffee Shop suits easy grab-and-go mornings, with a fresh, upbeat feel.
- Serves: Pastries & Coffee
- Hours vary — see concierge
Latin-Inspired Poolside Bar
Vida Pool & Grill
A lively poolside bar at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique offering Latin-inspired flavors, refreshing drinks, and light bites by the water. Vida Pool & Grill is perfect for relaxed afternoons between swims, with a bright, easygoing feel and coastal energy.
- Serves: Rum Cocktails & Light Bites
- Hours vary — see concierge
Ice Cream Café
Copo y Cono Ice Cream Shop
A cheerful ice cream café at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique offering locally flavored scoops, colorful homemade cones, inventive ice cream sandwiches, and a playful toppings bar. Copo y Cono Ice Cream Shop suits kids and adults craving a sweet break, with vibrant Costa Rican flavors in a fun, easygoing setting.
- Serves: Ice Cream & Desserts
- Hours vary — see concierge
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DINE & DRINKS FAQs
What dining options are available at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique?
Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique offers six regionally-inspired dining experiences, including the signature restaurant La Finca, the all-day dining spot Tico Tica, the lounge Peacock Alley, the poolside Vida Pool & Grill, Buena Nota Bakery & Coffee Shop, and Copo y Cono Ice Cream Shop. Together these venues give guests at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique a variety of settings for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and casual bites throughout the day.
What is the signature restaurant at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique?
The signature restaurant at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique is La Finca, open daily from 5 pm to 10 pm. La Finca showcases Costa Rican tradition meets contemporary cuisine, featuring fresh seafood, dry-aged grass-fed beef, and maize-driven flavors inspired by the Indigenous Chorotega people, served in an elegant setting with panoramic coastal views and a wine cellar anchored by a custom stone totem.
What can guests expect from Tico Tica at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique?
Tico Tica is the all-day dining restaurant at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique, open daily for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinks. It serves refined Costa Rican flavors with an emphasis on open-flame cooking, premium grilled meats seasoned with Nicoya’s artisanal Chorotega salt, and fresh seafood, all enjoyed from an open kitchen with views of Playa Penca.
Is there a bar or lounge at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique?
Yes, Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique features Peacock Alley, the resort’s signature lounge and bar, open daily from 4 pm to 11 pm. Peacock Alley pours craft cocktails infused with traditional Costa Rican flavor, including tasting flights of rum or mezcal, alongside small plates celebrating ancestral flavors, some served in handcrafted clay vessels made by regional artisans.
Does Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique have a poolside dining option?
Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique offers Vida Pool & Grill, a coastal dining venue known for Latin-inspired dishes such as suckling pig, ceviches, and tostones. Vida provides a farmer’s-market-inspired breakfast and rum-inspired poolside beverages by day, transforming into a vibrant open-grill dining experience in the evening.
Where can guests get coffee and pastries at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique?
Buena Nota Bakery & Coffee Shop at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique blends tropical fruits with classic French techniques, offering fresh-to-order pastries, croissants, and specialty coffee. Its coffee program, led by Costa Rica’s Barista Champion, features roasts including the signature Chirripó blend, and guests can also book a Costa Rican coffee class for an additional charge.
Is there an ice cream shop at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique?
Yes, Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique is home to Copo y Cono Ice Cream Shop, serving artisanal ice creams and colorful homemade cones inspired by Costa Rica’s vibrant flavors. With a toppings bar and treats enjoyed by kids and adults alike, Copo y Cono is a favorite stop for families staying at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique.
Is breakfast included at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique?
Breakfast at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique is available for a surcharge daily from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Guests can enjoy a full breakfast spread at Tico Tica, featuring juice, coffee, seasonal fruit, and a la carte dishes, or grab a lighter option at Buena Nota Bakery & Coffee Shop.
Is Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique suitable for families dining together?
Absolutely — Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique is a family-oriented resort with dining venues suited to all ages, from casual bites at Vida Pool & Grill and Copo y Cono Ice Cream Shop to more refined evenings at La Finca. Because children’s meal policies have varied by venue, families are encouraged to confirm children’s dining arrangements at check-in.
Do the restaurants at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique require reservations?
Both La Finca and Tico Tica at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique accept table reservations via ‘Book a Table’, allowing guests to secure their preferred dining times. Reserving ahead is especially recommended for La Finca’s evening tasting menu, given the venue’s limited seating and panoramic coastal setting.