Eat Like a Local: The Best Casados in Town
There is a distinct comfort in a traditional Costa Rican casado after a long morning in the ocean. Sámara isn’t a town of sterile franchises; it’s a community fueled by family run kitchens that have been perfecting their recipes for generations. Skipping the tourist heavy beachfront strips and turning down the side streets rewards you with perfectly seasoned black beans, sweet plantains, and fresh catch of the day fish. In this guide, we are sharing three of our absolute favorite neighborhood sodas where the food is authentic, the portions are generous, and the faces are always welcoming.

