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Travellers' Choice2023
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Food and ambience

Local cuisine, Bar, Central American, Costa Rican, International
Special Occasion Dining, Romantic, View, Groups, Bar Scene
About
Our open air restaurant is located on the second floor and offers a unique treetop dining experience. RipJack also offers private chef service, full catering service and specializes in weddings and other events. We offer a highly unique menu of fresh local seafood as well as tasty treats from the land. Fish Tacos, Great Burgers, Poke Bowls, Acai, Seared Tuna, Grilled Mahi and more! We are family friendly and have a special menu for kids twelve and under. Join us for happy hour every day from 4:00 - 6:00 where you will enjoy cheap beer, 2 X 1 cocktails and a delicious bocas (small plates) menu.
PRICE RANGE
₹829 - ₹2,073
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks
CUISINES
Bar, Central American, Costa Rican, International
FEATURES
Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Street Parking, Live Music, Family style, Gift Cards Available
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Reviewed 4 days ago

Food was over expectations. Josue was a joy to have serving us, friendly and making sure we had everything we needed. Thank you!

Date of visit: March 2024
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Reviewed 27 June 2022

Went with a group of friends. One person had a gluten allergy, which the kitchen talked through, and prepared a perfect dish. I would highly recommend one of the poke bowls. The only thing wrong with this dish was that it was so good you...just couldn't get enough of it. Great atmosphere, very laid back, really fun place to have lunch. Will definitely return. It is within walking distance from a good surf break.More

Date of visit: June 2022
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Luli A, General Manager at Upstairs at the RipJack Inn, responded to this reviewResponded 1 July 2022

So glad you enjoyed your lunch with us. I have to agree, the poke bowls are really good, maybe we make an XL option? Hope to see you again soon, Pura Vida

Reviewed 1 week ago

My husband and I have been enjoying consistently great food and drinks Upstairs at the RipJack for the past 12 years. We know almost all of the servers by name and look forward to seeing them and feeling right at home in Playa Grande. Tonight...we enjoyed the ceviche and mezcal cocktails that Josué delivered to us for happy hour as we sat at a beautiful, native hardwood bistro table and chilled with local friends. The warm lighting is on point and gives you the feeling you are in exactly the right place. Twilight brings in the dinner crowd - couples, surfing families, anyone taking a seat at the bar to have a cold one and watch the game. Don’t miss this one.More

Date of visit: March 2024
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Reviewed 1 week ago

Great food and happy hour. The location is perfect-close to the beach after sunset. The service was fabulous thanks to Stephanie.

Date of visit: March 2024
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Reviewed 1 week ago

We had dinner and breakfast upstairs and both were delicious, and good portions. The sesame crusted tuna came on a tasty bed of rice. The avocado toast at breakfast with fried egg was really good, accompanied by a nice side of fruit. Highly recommend this...place!More

Date of visit: March 2024
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Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Tasty food and nice cocktail section of menu. Located with no sea view but in a nice setting of palm tree yards. Small portions in lunch section. Steep prices.

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago

We enjoyed our first visit to Upstairs Rip Jack so much we had to return. We went for Happy Hour both times. We ordered food and had great recommendations from our waiter Giovanni. Truly, the food was the best of all the restaurants we tried...in Playa Grande. I encourage you to visit this restaurant and enjoy a special Costa Rican cocktail Pura VidaMore

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 8 February 2024

We highly recommend Rip Jacks Restaurant. Great service accompanied by fantastic food. Our group was left without a ride one evening. Thanks to Giovanni and his son Alex, they drove our crew back to our accommodations. What service!!!! Thank you very much!!!

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 30 January 2024

We were staying nearby and had dinner here two nights. Josue was amazing! So friendly and attentive. The food was delicious!!! Fried seafood sampler and the garlic lime chicken were my favorites. We will definitely be back, thanks so much!

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 10 January 2024

Wonderful ambience, happy environment, delightful staff and excellent food..Myra ..the waitress, was especially friendly and excellent ..top place.

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 10 January 2024

We came here multiple times on our vacation and every time we had excellent service, delicious foods and a truly enjoyable atmosphere. All the employees are friendly, and Ronaldo and Sonya were very understanding and helpful in accommodating us as vegetarians. Highly recommend and hope...to visit again!More

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 28 December 2023

The atmosphere and food was out-of-this world! The amazing service from our server Josue provided our entire family with a great evening through his kindness and hard-work. The RipJack Inn is a must-stop if you’re in the Playa Grande area and looking for excellent food...with matching service, and make sure to ask for Josue to make your experience that much better!More

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 25 December 2023

Josue was pretty good with the service during Christmas dinner, even if it was crowded! The food & service was great

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 4 November 2023

We were here for breakfast, lunch, dinner and happy hour. The food was amazing! We tried almost every dish during our stay and was very impressed. The food was delicious and very well presented! The drinks (smoothies and alcohol) were perfect. All of the staff...was amazing and very professional!More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 25 September 2023

This was our second time visiting CR and staying at Rip Jack Inn. We love it there. But what made this trip memorable was the amazing service we received from Ronaldo. He went above and beyond to always make us feel special. He even joined...our family for dinner the last night we were in CR. He was SO kind, funny and always made us feel seen. He is a HUGE asset to Rip Jack and I hope he is treated as such.More

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Date of visit: September 2023
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UPSTAIRS AT THE RIPJACK INN, Playa Grande - Menu, Prices & Restaurant Reviews - Tripadvisor

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Upstairs at the RipJack Inn is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4.5