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Rancho Tico

Centro de Nosara, Nosara, Costa Rica
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Rancho Tico
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Ranked #7 of 23 restaurants in Nosara
4.5 of 5 stars 21 Reviews
Cuisines: Central American
Most recent review
“A bit out of the way, but worth the trip”
- 22 May 2012
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New Jersey
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9 reviews 9 reviews
“A bit out of the way, but worth the trip”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

We went to Rancho Tico on a tip from the waiter at our hotel - it turns out his cousin runs the place. We were pleasantly surprised at the quantity and quality of the food served here. My wife had fish tacos with fresh yellowfin tuna, while I had a fish sandwich with local robalo (snook). Both came with huge... More

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Van Wert, Ohio
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5 reviews 5 reviews
“Great Place”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

Great food. Loved the atmosphere. For sure a place to stop while your in town! More

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chicago, il
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20 reviews 20 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“One of our favorites!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

We really liked the food here....ate here twice. The prices are reasonable. Had a shrimp dinner and the filet mignon, which was excellent. Love the mashed potatoes. Service is good. More

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Long Beach, California, United States
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4 reviews 4 reviews
“Lovely!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012

Very nice place, the most local flavor we got in Nosara! Food was delicious! Highly reccomended More

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Utah
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10 reviews 10 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Food and Environment”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2012

Rancho Tico is my favorite restaurant in the country. The food is excellent, drink prices are reasonable and the owner and workers are kind and friendly. More

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San Marcos, TX
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16 reviews 16 reviews
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
“Tico Rico!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2012
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Great little local restaurant in Nosara proper! Prices are very reasonable and the service is very good! A must eat if you're in Nosara. A 5-10 minute drive from the beach, but the prices are well worth it! More

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Orleans, Massachusetts, United States
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8 reviews 8 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“in town by the airport”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 March 2012

best of the local dining facilities, spotlessly clean, wonderful selections on the menu. REALLY cold beer. More

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Malmesbury, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
“Best margaritas”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 March 2012

Best margaritas anywhere, good food and friendly service. Highly recommended! More

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Montreal, Canada
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3 reviews 3 reviews
“Worth discovering...”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2012

Nice open air local Tico place in Nosara. We had the fresh fish filet and steak tenderloin...cooked and seasoned beautifully!.Best in the area so far. Priced better than in the hotels. More

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Chicago, Illinois
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11 reviews 11 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Rancho Tico is great for a quick meal, tico/tica style!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012

Inexpensive but lovingly prepared Tico breakfasts and lunches More

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