Italian food is a synonym for comfort food for many, no matter where you are in the world it is always great when you can find a restaurant that serves good Italian dishes.

If you are in Costa Rica and perhaps in need of a break from rice & beans, or simply craving Italian food, we leave you with a list of 5 great Italian restaurants in Costa Rica, with these choices you can’t go wrong:

L’Ancora Da Ciro & Tony: Located in Barrio Escalante, to the east of San Jose, this restaurant has been around for some time now and offers an authentic Italian culinary experience from the hand of its chef and owner Ciro Genova. The restaurant is chick, simply decorated but cozy and warm, the personalized attention adds to the experience. The menu offers a variety of pasta dishes with perfectly combined flavors, also a great selection of seafood options and combinations of pasta and seafood that are simply amazing.

Il Padrino: This is another great selection, one you can’t go wrong with, il Padrino prides itself in offering a great service and delicious food, certainly a winning combination. From mouthwatering pizza, to artisan pasta dishes, and creative options added to the menu all the time. The only problem you will have here is deciding on what to order. Il Padrino is located in Rohrmoser.

L’Olivo: Simple style and amazing food. L’Olivo is in La Sabana, the place is small and usually packed, aside from the classic Italian dishes it also has a great selection of seafood alternatives and prime cuts, the price is very reasonable for the quality you get, a great option for a family lunch.

Limoncello: With close to 90 dishes in the menu you have plenty to choose from and an excuse to go back. Located in Barrio La California behind the Magaly movie theater in a beautiful house, Limoncello has been around for over 10 years, its dishes are not only full of flavor but also presented in an artistic and beautiful way.

Andiamo La: The first location of Andiamo La opened several years back in the entrance to Tres Rios, and just a couple of years ago the restaurant opened up a second location in Santa Ana. The restaurant is ideal for different occasions, whether you want to impress your date, or maybe need a good restaurant for an important business meeting or a casual family lunch. The menu has a wide variety of options to satisfy different palates.