Authentic Costa Rican Cuisine in Guanacaste
Discover authentic Costa Rican dining at La Hacienda Restaurant at Hacienda Guachipelín, located beside Rincón de la Vieja National Park in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. More than a restaurant, La Hacienda is the culinary heart of our historic ranch hotel, where Guanacastecan traditions, warm hospitality, and unforgettable flavors come together in a spectacular open-air setting.
Our spacious restaurant preserves the authentic essence of a traditional Costa Rican hacienda. Surrounded by tropical dry forest, guests can enjoy panoramic countryside views, native wildlife, horseback riders, cattle ranching traditions, and breathtaking sunsets over the Pacific horizon.
The atmosphere is enriched by artwork from renowned Costa Rican artist Glauco Rivera, featuring iconic scenes of Guanacaste’s rural culture and traditions.
Gluten-Free Certified Dining Experience
La Hacienda proudly offers a Gluten-Free Certified dining experience, providing safe and delicious options for guests with celiac disease, gluten sensitivities, vegetarian, vegan, and dairy-free dietary preferences.
Farm-to-Table Freshly-Made Meals
Our menu celebrates the rich culinary heritage of Guanacaste and Costa Rica with fresh farm-to-table cuisine prepared by talented Costa Rican chefs using locally sourced ingredients, fresh herbs from our gardens, sustainable products, and traditional regional recipes.
Enjoy homemade breads, wood-fired specialties, premium grilled meats, tropical fruits, fresh seafood, handcrafted desserts, natural juices, and authentic Costa Rican flavors prepared with passion and creativity.
Many ingredients are produced directly on our ranch, including fresh dairy products, eggs, honey, vegetables, herbs, and seasonal produce.
An Unforgettable Dining Experience Near Rincón de la Vieja
Whether enjoying breakfast, lunch, dinner, or sunset cocktails, La Hacienda Restaurant offers one of the best culinary experiences near Rincón de la Vieja Volcano — where nature, sustainability, tradition, and gastronomy become one unforgettable experience.