Cool & Calm Reggae Bar & Grill

Cool & Calm Reggae Bar & Grill

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Hours
Sun
11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Mon
11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Tue
11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Wed
11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Thu
11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Fri
11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sat
11:00 am - 9:00 pm
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Ratings and reviews
4.5
4.5 of 5 bubbles

RATINGS
Food
4.6 of 5 bubbles
Service
4.6 of 5 bubbles
Value
4.4 of 5 bubbles
Atmosphere
4.6 of 5 bubbles
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PRICE RANGE
₹878.00 – ₹7,023.00
CUISINES
Caribbean, Seafood, Central American, Costa Rican
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly
meals, features
Can a vegan person get a good meal at this restaurant?
About
Our Story Welcome to Cool and Calm Cafe, serving the Caribe Sur of Costa Rica! Owners Chef Andy Cook Campbell and Molly Meehan are dedicated to offering the freshest ingredients with a menu inspired by traditional Caribbean cooking fused with inspirations from around the World! Andy grew up on the Talamanca Coast right here in Manzanillo where he grew, harvested, and caught much of the food he and his family cooked at home. Molly is an herbalist and farmer from the US also dedicated to incorporating natural and healthy foods into our menu, while maintaining our signature Caribbean Latin flavor. We welcome you to share the culture and positive vibes of Manzanillo! Nuestra Historia Bienvenido a Cool and Cafe, que sirve el Caribe Sur de Costa Rica! Duenos Chef Andy Cook Campbell y Molly Meehan se dedican a ofrecer los productos mas frescos con un menu inspirado en cocina caribena tradicional fundida con inspiraciones de todo el mundo! Andy se crio en la costa de Talamanca aqui en Manzanillo, donde crecio, se recogieron y cogio mucha de la comida que el y su familia cocinado en casa. Molly es un Herbalista y tambien dedicado a la incorporacion de los alimentos sanos y Naturales en nuestra Menu, mientras que el mantenimiento de Nuestra firma sabor latino Caribe. Nosotros invitamos a que comparta la cultura y Vibraciones positivas de Manzanillo!
PRICE RANGE
₹878.00 – ₹7,023.00
CUISINES
Caribbean, Seafood, Central American, Costa Rican
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, After-hours
FEATURES
Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service, Waterfront
4.5
4.5 of 5 bubbles341 reviews
Excellent
221
Very good
80
Average
20
Poor
7
Terrible
13

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Eric M
Metz89 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2025 couples
If you don’t like reggae go your way. For all the others it is absolutely necessary to stop at this friendly restaurant where you eat very well. Ceviches have become an art! Among the best on the Caribbean coast. Fresh produce, day fishing and friendly service, everything is there to have a good time. And then there is in the air this cool atmosphere, tuanis! Highly recommended.
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Written 13 January 2025
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Pamela J
4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Favourite Review
Apr 2024 family
Delicious Caribbean chicken and BBQ. Authentic and really great portion sizes. I came here in 2018 and again in 2024 and defiantly a must go to if your in the area!
Written 28 April 2024
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eas4z3
North Olmsted6 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2021 none
We ate here twice and both times were blessed to eat when the grill was cooking outside. Andy is the master of the grill! We had pork and chicken the first time which was perfect. The second visit was Christmas eve so we splurged and had Red Snapper and Lobster on the grill. I say splurged but the meal was only about 40.00 plus drinks so it isn't much of a splurge for an awesome meal. We have never had such great food and hope to be back to visit many times in the years to come!
Written 24 December 2021
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Vanessa B
85 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2024 couples
Good Jamaican atmosphere but no Jamaicans rather Ticos, nice place. There were only 2 of us in the restaurant, they had 4 seats for the day and the service was VERY long... But we were in no hurry. Big disappointment in the price where we felt robbed, for a jerk chicken and a barbecue meat with 2 drinks 85 dollars!!! Whereas in Jamaica it is obviously better for not even 10 dollars. Damage.
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Written 27 May 2024
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ndtotnes
Totnes181 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2022 solo
I looked at reviews but I realised that their best was in 2014. See their old pictures. It now looks neglected. I tried their bbq chicken but was seriously uncooked the staff seem unaware how to bbq chicken. I recommend avoid. See August review I wish I had seen this! The reggae dj was good on the Saturday night but no atmosphere. Went down the road to colores for a real experience.
Written 19 November 2022
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Saskia S
13 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2022 none
We don't eat meat or fish, and that's what this place specialises in; but as they had a veggie curry on their menu, we thought we'd try it. Huge mistake. The 'curry' was just some badly cooked veg in water, with no flavouring' spices, or curry. We couldn't eat it. We also ordered two cocktails - and they were dreadful too, all ice and no content. Also the staff were off-hand and didn't care that we couldn't eat the food. If you like a slab of meat thrown on a grill, you might like this place, but if not, i wouldn't recommend it to anyone.
Written 17 May 2022
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Jennifer S
Denver58 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2022 none
This was our 4th trip to Manzanillo/Puerto Viejo but our first stop at the Cool & Calm Cafe. Definitely recommend. The food is grilled right on the road and the smells are amazing. I got the shrimp salad and my husband got the chicken and rice. We also tried Andy's Salsa with chips. Also got a pina colada. Yum. Just one not that some items were not available like the ceviche, guac and papa frites but just be flexible because everything is delicious. The restaurant is open and airy. The staff is friendly. Just order your food and sit back and chill. We will return on our next trip.
Written 19 October 2022
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Soulwhisperer
Parry Sound41 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 friends
This was the best restaurant in the Manzanillo area!!! We ate at about 3 other restaurants in the 7 days we were there and we always came back to this one... So look no further! Just steps away from our hotel and the beach, we had very attentive personalized service from Paul our main chef and waiter and Andy the owner/ head chef who barbecued the best jerk chicken west of Jamaica! All the food was served piping hot in a timely fashion with delicious, generous portions. The rice n'peas were perfectly steamed. My BFF is vegetarian and had plenty of selections to choose from. I ate like a King with fresh cole slaw salad Jerk chicken, and fresh caught daily Marlin, shrimps and lobster! And desserts to die for! All fresh produce. All served with a gourmet flourish THANK YOU PAUL and Andy and your amazing staff!
Written 11 February 2020
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Craig P
Sparks42 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2020 none
We do not come down here without eating at Cool and Calm. Try the chicken tacos. They are the best. Fajitas are very good and of course have them make you a fruity drink. You won’t regret it. Andy’s team is the best. Very friendly and have all the local knowledge. If your lucky the local celebrity Three Legs will be near by and you can say hello. Three legs is a dog that was rescued after a dog fight last year and Andy was kind of special to adopt him ( Andy had lost a leg of his own as a child ) Andy is the best Cook within hundreds of miles. Give Cool and Calm a try.
Written 6 March 2020
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Sightseer779565
1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2024 couples
Fatal, change of management. Very expensive ; about 70% more expensive, for the type of facilities they have. The unfriendly waitresses, grating on rudeness. They didn't have anything. We couldn't eat and we left. I have a hotel in the area and I sent many guests to them. I will neither return nor recommend it again.
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Written 25 February 2024
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wendy m
New Hampshire Lakes Region148 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2020 none
We come back to Manzanillo and Cool and Calm every 6 months. Every single time we come there a new changes! This time Cool and Calm has changed locations! We wondered how it would be set off the ocean. Let me tell you, it is bigger cleaner and more fun! It was an amazing move! All of the kitchen equipment is new, the bathrooms are new and clean which is a big plus! The vibe is Still laid-back and chill. Andy,Paul and Omar are still working hard. The chicken tacos were amazing, the cocktails were great. My husband loved the seafood. The roads are all newly paved, so there is no dust. We cannot To return in October. Cool and calm is always a first stop after a long day of travel. I can’t forget to mention THREE LEGS,the beautiful dog that Andy and his staff continue to take care of. You’ll see him running along the beach, he is very happy and well fed .Thank you guys for all you do for that sweet little dog❤️
Written 21 April 2020
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AWH
Amsterdam20 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 family
We had a delicious dinner here. Cocktails are tasty too. You can’t pay by card, cash only. I was a little a foolish not to re-calculate the bill. The staff is friendly, but be careful with that, because they charged us almost 10k more! That’s why I’m giving this a 3 star instead of 5.
Written 21 February 2020
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Sandy Z
New Mexico26 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2020 couples
Andy is a great chef! We have been eating at his restaurant for many years. He has great staff and we always enjoy our meals. A great place to have a special drink made by Paul, enjoy some patacones and listen to the monkeys!
Written 30 March 2020
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wendyhowells2016
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2025 friends
Absolutley the BEST fish, lobster, clam, octopus plate in the Caribbean. All fresh ingredients, great price and excellent service from Beto. A must do when in Manzanillo. Very authentic vibe.
Written 19 January 2025
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Nicola L
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2024 family
Our family ate here most nights whilst on holiday here in Manzanillo. There were 10 of us & they were really accommodating. The food was great, really nice friendly relaxed atmosphere. We had a great time here & would definitely recommend!
Written 3 November 2024
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