Restaurants

Soda La Palma

4.6 775 reviews 6:30 AM - 5:00 PM Alajuela Province, La Fortuna, Costa Rica

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At Soda La Palma, nestled in the picturesque La Fortuna, Costa Rica, the essence of local culture is served with every dish. This cozy restaurant is celebrated for its delicious, homemade meals and a welcoming atmosphere. Renowned for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, diners can savor generous portions of traditional dishes like chifrijoles and casados, all while enjoying stunning views of the Arenal Volcano. With an emphasis on accessibility, Soda La Palma ensures that everyone can enjoy its family-friendly environment. Guests rave about the friendly service and fresh flavors, complemented by a delightful garden—making it a perfect stop for both tourists and locals alike.

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Service options

Outdoor seating
Onsite services
Takeout
Dine-in

Highlights

Great coffee
Great dessert

Popular for

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining

Dining options

Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Seating
Table service

Amenities

Restroom
Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

Casual
Cozy
Quiet
Trendy

Crowd

Family-friendly
Groups
Tourists

Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Soda La Palma before visiting.

Reviews for Soda La Palma

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Review highlights

Based on 775 reviews

Soda La Palma in La Fortuna, Costa Rica, is widely praised for its authentic homemade meals and fresh, affordable offerings, particularly breakfast items and local specialties. Visitors consistently highlight the welcoming service and reasonable prices. A notable strength of the restaurant is its exceptional location, featuring stunning views of the Arenal volcano, which enhances the dining experience. Additionally, the charming garden area with diverse plant species and local wildlife adds to the appeal. Customers appreciate the convenient parking and nearby shops, making it a favored stop for travelers exploring the area. Overall, Soda La Palma is recognized as a delightful roadside diner combining great food, scenic ambiance, and friendly service.

Joe Cadieux

Apr 25, 2025

Outstanding little diner on the roadside in La Fortuna. We were able to grab a few beers from the shop a few feet away and had a very pleasant lunch. 100% recommend.Even has a good view of the volcano.

William Earl

Apr 17, 2025

My second time at soda la Palma and as always, a wonderful meal and a million dollar view of Arenal! Typical breakfast that won't disappoint you. A MUST is their natural Cas fruit drint - the best!

Chris Powers

Mar 30, 2025

Our breakfast stop on our way to Arenal National Park. Delicious food and perfect service at a fair price. AND… a gorgeous garden to enjoy after your meal with a visit to the sweet cow. Enjoy the view of the volcano while you eat. What a great place!

Yinzú Nairouz

Mar 21, 2025

Good, homemade taste food. Affordable prices. Our meals were simple but delicious. Chifrijol with Carambola juice and Casado with meat and Cas juice. Good service. Beautiful garden on the back. Good parking in front. Other shops in the side.

Karen R

Mar 07, 2025

Really good fresh empanadas (chicken, beef and pork). Reasonable prices and a very nice view of the volcano. They also have a garden in the back which attracts birds and lots of plant species.

Janna Esteban Mena

Feb 16, 2025

It's a really nice local spot with a great variety of food, and the prices are very reasonable. We visited after touring the Arenal Volcano National Park. We tried the tostones de patacones and the casaditos con pollo guizado (chicken with rice). The portions were generous and satisfying.

Will Quintero

Feb 16, 2025

Great view of the great friendly service excellent and delicious food at very good prices compared to other places in the area. And they are pet friendly. They also have a garden in the back where you can take photos. Highly recommended.

K Frias

Feb 04, 2025

Soda La Palma was great! We stopped here for lunch after hiking Arenal Volcano. The food was absolutely delicious. We ordered Toston de Patacon (loaded fried plantains) and Quesadilla de Camarones (shrimp quesadillas); both were soooo good and savory! We ordered the Toston de Patacon with grilled chicken. They have a cute little garden that you can explore and meet their mascota. I would definitely eat here again and would recommend to others.