An excellent evening for a small group or couple. Elegant and causal at the same time. Mario and Ericka will work with you to create a memorable dining experience based on your needs and the catch of the day. They have a beautiful dining patio right of the kitchen so it is like eating at the chef's table. You need... More

Mario and Ericka were the most hospitable hosts - the company was friendly, natural and they made us feel as if we had been friends for years. Mario's cooking and presentation of the 4 course meal was unbelievable. Always willing to share spice "secrets" as we'll as culinary experiences from his vast knowledge of Costa Rica..... The red snapper had... More

Amazing meal at Mario's! We were lucky enough to have the chance to meet Mario, Ericka and the rest of the family. We stayed right across the street, they have 3 really great kids that our daughter loved to play with. Playa Hermosa is very hit or miss on the restaurant scene, with a lot of turnover in chef's. One... More

Such a great experience! The food was fresh, delicious and beautifully presented. One of my favorite meals during our trip. This isn't just a restaurant, it's their home, so you must make a reservation so they can prepare for you. Ericka and Mario were both so welcoming and they really made this unique experience an enjoyable one. You should definitely... More

This was one of the best dining experiences I've ever had. Erica is a welcoming, warm and entertaining host and Mario is an extraordinary cook! Me and my girlfriend wanted to live with them by the end! I'm not a fan of ginger but Mario made me a believer. The quality of everything was even more impressive when you consider... More

Folks if you ever want to learn about Costa Rica, experience great food, be invited in someone's home, have a great conversation, and be welcomed by a family, you MUST make Mario's Restaurant a favorite on your list. We made reservations for four of us at Marios and were greeted by Ericka (great hostess and conversationalist), Mario (fantastic chef), and... More

This is a unique dining experience: a superb chef, always interesting presentation, great use of local products, all on a private terrace overlooking Playa Hermosa. Some highlights from this winter include excellent soups (especially the ginger and papaya), the freshest seafood (caught by the chef) perfectly cooked, lovely gelatos and dessert plates, all in generous portions. You will learn about... More

We dined at Mario's on the last night of our vacation and what a memorable way to end our trip. Having dinner there was like having a dinner party with hosts who happen to be the best cooks in the world! We dined outdoors on their front porch overlooking Playa Hermosa and learned so much about Costa Rica - the... More

We dined at Mario's on our last day of vacation, and I can't say how glad we are that we did. Mario and Ericka are wonderful people, and we enjoyed every minute of our time with them. The food is excellent, the atmosphere is perfect, and it was unlike any dining experience I've had. We would definitely return if we... More