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La Cevicera

4.6(97 reviews)

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La Cevicera serves Costa Rica from Alajuela Province, in the city of Alajuela itself. Visitors give the place a 4.6 out of 5 average across 97 reviews, a strong showing that places it among the better-reviewed spots in the area.

Travellers based in San José can reach Alajuela without difficulty, and the coastal towns of Tamarindo, Santa Teresa, Manuel Antonio and Jacó are all linked by road and domestic air services. Spanish is the official language, and Costa Rican Spanish is known for its use of vos and the phrase pura vida.

Gallo pinto, rice and beans fried with onion and coriander, is the standard Costa Rican breakfast. Costa Rica has a tropical climate with a dry season from December to April and a wet season from May to November.

Ferries cross the Gulf of Nicoya to the Nicoya Peninsula, and small aircraft serve coastal destinations. Puerto Viejo, La Fortuna and Monteverde sit further afield for visitors planning a wider circuit of the country.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is La Cevicera known for?

Ceviche is the speciality that defines La Cevicera, and the venue has built its name around that dish. Costa Rica's tropical climate, with a dry season from December to April and a wet season from May to November, shapes the seafood available through the year.

What kind of business is La Cevicera?

La Cevicera is a ceviche spot in Costa Rica, serving the seafood dish that gives the place its name. It operates as a local eatery rather than a full restaurant chain, and it is found in Alajuela Province.

What should first-time visitors expect at La Cevicera?

First-timers at La Cevicera can expect a casual local spot focused on ceviche, in line with Costa Rican seafood cooking. Spanish is the official language, and Costa Rican Spanish is known for its use of vos and the phrase pura vida, so hearing that greeting is normal. Gallo pinto, rice and beans fried with onion and coriander, is the standard Costa Rican breakfast if you arrive earlier in the day.

Where is La Cevicera located in Costa Rica?

La Cevicera sits at 3, Alajuela Province, Alajuela, Costa Rica. That puts it in the Alajuela area of Costa Rica, within Central America.

How do visitors rate La Cevicera?

La Cevicera holds a rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 97 reviews. That score reflects steady approval from diners at its Alajuela location.

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