Le Monastère
Cuisine: Ethnic, European, French
Last updated on January 12, 2016
10Best Says
For the well-heeled and epicurious, Le Monast�re delivers and then some. Everything is prepared and served expertly, from escargot and French Onion Soup to chef specials like Venison Tenderloin... Read More
For the well-heeled and epicurious, Le Monast�re delivers and then some. Everything is prepared and served expertly, from escargot and French Onion Soup to chef specials like Venison Tenderloin Flambee in Port Wine and Seabass filet in Tarragon Cream Sauce. The extensive menu is enhanced by daily specials and always includes fresh local produce from some of Costa Rica's best farms and gardens; choose from a wine list 300 bottles long. If the cuisine isn't enough, take in a nearly 360 degree from above the city from this historic former monastery decorated in traditional European style down to marble statues and authentic antiques.
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EXPERT TIPS BY:
Sophia LaMonica
Costa Rica Local Expert
- San José's Best Restaurants: "Make reservations well in advance and mind the dress code."
- Escazú's Best Restaurants: "Make a reservation in advance, and dress to the nines for this is one of the city's swankest spots."
- Fine Dining, Best Restaurants: "Make a reservation in advance, and remember to mind the dress code."
- Best for San José's Best Restaurants Because: Live classical music is often played on a grand piano.
- Best for Escazú's Best Restaurants Because: Stellar French cuisine is served in a historic monastery with a 360 degree view of the city; a true European feel in Escazú.
- Best for Fine Dining Because: French cuisine in a fancified former monestery makes a fine dining experience for any occasion.
- Recommended as Best Restaurants Because: If you want seriously French cuisine served in high style, there may be no better place.
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