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Italian, Pizza, Mediterranean, European
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Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
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Lunch, Dinner
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Reviewed 20 January 2024

The food was amazing and the service outstanding! We came in for dinner with a very large group of business peers. We loved the food so much we returned the next evening with a smaller group. Nelson was our server both nights. He was so...attentive and very patient with our challenging group. Highly recommend this great place.More

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 15 January 2024 via mobile

Amazingly fresh ingredients with great flavor, a bit pricy for the area (spent c.a 80 dollars for 2 person lunch) but the flavor is there

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 14 January 2024

Do you need a fabulous place to eat in Costa Rica? You can stop your search. You have found it with the Il Cavallino. The food was excellent the service outstanding! The chef Marco Corella Bonilla and server Nelson Trejos went above and beyond to...accommodate our large party of eight who wandered in without advanced reservations. Do not miss this hidden gem just a five minute walk from the Marriott Hacienda Belen.More

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 11 January 2024 via mobile

The atmosphere, decor, Italian food and service were superb! Best Italian restaurant ever! Great restaurant for a romantic dinner or celebration with friends and family!

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 10 January 2024 via mobile

A great restaurant a short walk from the Marriott Belen. Nelson provided the best hospitality along with wonderful food. Exceeded our expectations. Went above and beyond for a special birthday celebration

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 23 November 2023

Good italien good but little bit expensive and slow service. Lots of choices. We recommend the place if you stay at AC hotel

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 4 November 2023

This is second time here as it is a quick walk from Marriott. The sangria is delicious along with the pastas!!

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 13 July 2023

If you find yourself in San Jose or staying at the Hacienda Marriott, please do yourself a favor and head out to this restaurant. This was by far one of the best meals we had in Costa Rica. Nelson’s recommendations were fantastic. Everything he suggested...was delicious. He was very detailed, friendly and provided excellent customer service. It was also a pleasant easy walk from the hotel we made it great after a full meal. Thanks Nelson for all your wonderful recommendations and attention!More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 6 March 2023 via mobile

Worth a drive if you aren’t staying close by and a short walk from the Marriott Belen. The food was fabulous and so glad we took Nelson’s recommendations!!! Nelson was personable and fun to interact with- so much so we went back for lunch the...next day!! Highly recommend !!!More

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed 23 February 2023 via mobile

Worst Margherita pizza ever. Cardboard crust. Definitely not fresh made dough. Possibly frozen. Wife’s bass was ok she said

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 9 February 2023 via mobile

The service was great. One of us had a ravioli that was delicious. Two of us got the spaghetti and meatballs. The meatballs were horrible. Small and overcooked, almost sour. The rice pudding was good and the traditional dessert was good. I had the molten...lava cake. There was no lava and it was not even warm. Don’t know if I’d come back. For the prices I expect a much higher quality of food.More

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 24 January 2023 via mobile

Excellent food. Polite service but was a bit slow. Recommend the shrimp ravioli and seafood risotto. Also, try the fresh squeezed juices.

Date of visit: January 2023
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Reviewed 4 December 2022

Excellent restaurant within walking distance of The Marriott Hacienda hotel. This was our last meal in Costa Rica and it didn't disappoint. When we first ordered drinks my husband requested a Kentucky Mule cocktail. Although the establishment didn't carry ginger beer, they ran to the...local convenience store to pick some up. When they didn't have it, the chef made his own. Talk about service. The meal was fabulous. I ordered the tomato soup appetizer, which was the best I ever had. My main course was the fig, prosciutto, and gorgonzola pizza which was phenomenal. My family had pasta and chicken parmesan and everyone was well pleased. Don't hesitate to give this restaurant a try. A true delight.More

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed 3 April 2022 via mobile

Fantastic Italian in San Jose. Chef does a great job with imparting delicious flavors to every dish. Coal fired oven takes to another level. Delicious. Very fair prices for high end Italian. Great vibe and top flight staff You will love it

Date of visit: April 2022
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Reviewed 7 March 2022 via mobile

This restaurant was fabulous! It’s an easy two block walk from the Marriott. We highly recommend it. I had lasagna and my husband had the chicken Parmesan, which he said was the best ever. We ate there four nights in a row. The pizza was...delicious too. The staff is very attentive and the prices are much better than at the Marriott. We highly recommend.More

Date of visit: March 2022
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Il Cavallino is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4.5