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Kaukau

4.7(239 reviews)

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Kaukau, on Costa Rica, is based at Plaza Royal in Santa Teresa, on the Pacific coast of Puntarenas province.

First-time visitors should expect a setting in Santa Teresa, with the address placing it in local numero 1 of the Plaza Royal building. The venue holds a 4.7 out of 5 rating from 239 reviews, a record that reflects steady approval from visitors. That score places Kaukau among the better-reviewed spots in the Santa Teresa area, and the volume of feedback suggests a steady stream of diners rather than a passing trade.

San José, Tamarindo, Manuel Antonio, Jacó, Puerto Viejo, La Fortuna and Monteverde are among the nearby places, and Santa Teresa sits within reach of the main towns along the Pacific coast. Its website, https://kaukausantateresa.wixsite.com/kaukau-santa-teresa, provides further reference. Reaching Santa Teresa from the larger towns usually means a drive along the coastal road, and the Plaza Royal building keeps the venue easy to find once you are in the village.

Altitude shapes Costa Rica's weather, and the Central Valley and mountain towns are cooler than the coasts, so packing for both is useful. Costa Rican cooking uses fresh fruit, plantain and Salsa Lizano, and coffee from the Central Valley is a major export. Spanish is the official language, and Costa Rican Spanish is known for its use of vos and the phrase pura vida. The Pacific coast has a marked dry season, while the Caribbean coast stays wet for much of the year.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kaukau known for?

Kaukau is a place to eat in Santa Teresa, on the Pacific side of Costa Rica. Costa Rican cooking uses fresh fruit, plantain and Salsa Lizano, and coffee from the Central Valley is a major export. Spanish is the official language, and Costa Rican Spanish is known for its use of vos and the phrase pura vida.

What kind of business is Kaukau?

Kaukau is a dining spot in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica, and its website is https://kaukausantateresa.wixsite.com/kaukau-santa-teresa. Costa Rican cooking leans on fresh fruit, plantain and Salsa Lizano, with coffee from the Central Valley a major export. The venue is part of the Central America island group.

What should first-time visitors expect at Kaukau?

First-timers at Kaukau will find a dining spot in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica, at Plaza Royal. Altitude shapes Costa Rica's weather, and the Central Valley and mountain towns are cooler than the coasts, so Santa Teresa runs warmer than inland spots. Spanish is the official language, and Costa Rican Spanish is known for its use of vos and the phrase pura vida.

Where is Kaukau located in Costa Rica?

Kaukau sits at Ubicado en el edificio de Plaza Royal, local numero 1, Provincia de Puntarenas, Santa Teresa, 60111, Costa Rica. That puts the venue in the Puntarenas province, in the coastal town of Santa Teresa. The Pacific coast here has a marked dry season, so the surroundings stay drier for much of the year.

How do visitors rate Kaukau?

Kaukau holds a rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 239 reviews, reflecting steady approval from diners. The venue is in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica, within the Central America island group. Costa Rican cooking uses fresh fruit, plantain and Salsa Lizano, and coffee from the Central Valley is a major export.

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