REFUGIO Tamarindo

Mai Mai Cantos

Wonderful service. Exquisite coffee. Relaxing atmosphere. If you are a lover of all things coffee this is the place for you!!! They are very knowledgeable about their coffee and give you advice based on the kind of machine you have at home so you know what type to purchase and bring back. And if not, you will not be disappointed because food was amazing! We had the casado and avocado toast! They also have the sweetest dog!🐾 Pura Vida!

Niko Kiel

Shoutout!! : Katherine's service was absolutely amazing! She was super sweet and so knowledgeable with recommendations. Food and drinks came fast, and tasted great. Good vibes all around. Loved coming and would 120% come back! :)

Joel Dölitzsch

Had breakfast here in Tamarindo and really enjoyed it. The place is nicely designed with that relaxed surfer style — not “ultra fancy brunch spot” vibes, but in the best way: simple, clean, and it just feels good to be there. I had an egg-on-bread/toast breakfast, a Caprese panini (tomato + mozzarella), and a matcha. Everything tasted fresh and well made — especially the panini (super tasty) and the matcha, which was honestly one of the better ones I’ve had around here. What stood out most was the atmosphere: friendly staff, good energy in the morning, and Spanish-vibe music playing on a really cool-looking speaker that adds to the whole aesthetic. Prices felt very fair for what you get, and it’s also a great option if you’re up early since they open in the morning. Overall: great value, great mood, and a solid go-to café in Tamarindo — laid-back, not overhyped, and genuinely nice.

Christopher Chambers

Fantastic breakfast/brunch spot with fair portion sizes. We had the casados de carne and Americano. Definitely recommend the natural juices, less sugar than what comes in the states and is refreshing. Indoor/outdoor setup like most things here. Definitely recommend at least trying.

Danielle Stevens

Wow what a hidden gem! The vibes were outstanding. And the food was so good. We have 2 burgers - the sweet and smoky and the agenta with fries (see agenta pictured). Happy hour was 2 for 1 Cuba libres, gin and tonics, and vodka sodas - such a good deal. Cris was so amazing - thank you for having us.