Barrio Escalante in the east of the capital city of San José is known as a Gastronomy Walk, an area where many different restaurants can be found; now in the west of San José, more precisely in Plaza Tempo Escazú there’s El Mestizo, a new Gastronomy Market where visitors can find 13 different culinary options all in one place.

Here are some of the alternatives you’ll find at El Mestizo:

Kamikaze Wok:
There are many Asian food restaurants in Costa Rica, but Kamikaze Wok is committed to offering a different experience.
With a location in San Juan, Tibás, and another one in Plaza Tempo, this restaurant offers Asian Fusion, with Chinese, Korean and Japanese flavors.
Chefs Ruben Herrera, Gustavo Villalobos and David Regueira brought together their talents and ideas to provide a unique alternative; unexpected flavors and a comfortable and modern space that separates them from most Asian food restaurants in the country.
A wide variety of dishes that include, ramen, sushi, fried rice, Nikkei ceviche, teriyaki chicken, genhis kahn beef and want tan, among other common options but with their own Kamikaze Wok twist.

La Pataconería:
“Patacones” are a traditional part of Latin cuisine specially in Costa Rica, Panama, Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico, also known as Tostones, this are fried green plantain slices, and at La Pataconería you can try them with shrimp, meat, chicken, mushrooms, humus, and much more.

This is of course, not the only option in their menu, but it’s their specialty, and you’d be wise to give it a try.

Illig Biergarten:
Traditional German food, Sauerkraut, Schnitzel, German sausages, Bretzel, Currywurst with artisan potatoes and much more.

Sublime Sandwich Bar:
A subs restaurant, but with a very original menu inspired in signature sandwiches from Vietnam, Japan and Cuba, among others. Simple concept, fresh ingredients and great flavor.

Siete Food & Drinks:
Street food options from different parts of the world. Gourmet ingredients and a variety of beers.

Olafo Street Food:
Incredible burgers and shakes. This restaurant can also be found in Jaco Walk shopping center.

Battuto:
The Italian food cannot be missing of course, and Battuto provides the flavors of Italy with Costa Rican products and artisan pasta, an interesting combination that is certainly worth trying.
Seafood, Lebanese food, Costa Rican cuisine and amazing desserts, among others; live music, art and cultural events, are just part of the experience that can be found at El Mestizo Gastronomy Market.