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Benedictus Steak House

La Palma de la Fortuna de San Carlos | frente de Hotel Volcano Lodge, La Fortuna de San Carlos, Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica
+506 2479 1912
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Price range: S$4 - S$25
Cuisines: Steakhouse, Costa Rican, Central American
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Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Outdoor seating, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, After-hours, Dessert
Description: Benedictus is settle in a volcano slope with a unique view to the valley of La Palma de la Fortuna and Monterrey.The restaurant its a beautiful wood building surrounded by pasture land and primary forest overlooking the valley.The lamb, cattle, pork and chicken we serve are breaded free range in the farm and we bring the vegetables from Tapezco a little town two hours away from Fortuna, where Mr. Juan Jose Paniagua, a Pioner in the organic agriculture in Costa Rica, produce the best organic vegetables. We are 800 metros away of the main road that link La Fortuna with the Arenal Lake. The gate its just in Front of the Volcano Lodge Hotel.
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Chicago, Illinois
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013

- "medium rare" steak came out 2.5 hours later (literally) cooked well done. No pink at all. Would have sent it back but couldn't wait until midnight to get my next one. - garlic potatoes dry with no butter or garlic - don't get vegetable as a side because the steaks come with vegetables (they don't tell you that) -... More

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Hartford, Connecticut
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013

Fresh, delicious food, wonderful staff, pleasant atmosphere. I can't say enough about this restaurant and our experience there. We only ended up there when I noticed the sign alongside the road - I'm so glad we did. My one regret is that it was dark out when we went and we didn't get to experience the amazing view they have.... More

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Miami Beach, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013

Being a vegetarian, the term steak house doesn't generally make me want to turn the car around to grab a table. However, the restaurant is an organic establishment, which grows/nurtures their own livestock and produce. After following a rustic, winding road up a hill, we encountered a beautiful restaurant, met the owner and booked lunch for the following day. Oscar... More

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San Diego, California, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

If you are the type that wants to know where your food comes from or how it was raised than this is the place! My wife and I are foodies/health nuts from San Diego. She is studying to become a clinical nutritionalist and we are very conscious of what we put in our bodies. No hormones, steroids, pesticides and all... More

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Stavanger, Norway
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

Enjoyed the place from when we stepped out of the taxi. The waiters will be ready to greet you at the doorsteps of the restaurant. Good service and excellent food in CR. Take a cab to this place and enjoy a tasty steak and a nice bottle of organic wine, this place is a must when in La Fortuna!

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Ciego de Avila, Cuba
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

Good food, well presented and friendly staff. We had the hotel shuttle take us there and we were not disappointed. Yum.

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Naples
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

The drive up to Benedictus is a little wild, winding up the hillside to this lone building. However, as soon as we arrived we knew we'd made the right decision. We were able to sit outside on the patio, with sweeping views of the entire countryside and a tree full of Montezuma Oropendolas - beautiful and exotic birds that entertained... More

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Albuquerque, New Mexico
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

Our hotel recommended that we check this place out on our first night in town. We started out with the ceviche, which was quite good. We also ordered a glass of their red wine, which ended up being quite sizable; my wife and I ended up sharing the glass. For the main course we got the two person sample platter,... More

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Vancouver
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2013

I use Tripadvisor frequently, but rarely post unless I feel an establishment deserves priase for superior service, or requires singling out for gouging fellow travellers, unfortunately this place falls into the latter category. Pros: As others have noted, the location of the restaurant affords wounderful views over the town of La Fortuna. (Note that a taxi ride from town or... More

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27 May 2013

No es una trampa. Los visitantes que nos tienen como el primer restaurante en la Fortuna no mienten, sencillamente usted... More

Ojochal, Costa Rica
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28 restaurant reviews
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101 helpful votes 101 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2013

I really liked this place. It has the best atmosphere of any restaurant I have been to in quite a while. If you are in the area, I would highly recommend it. I thought the food fell a little short and at times the waiter seemed overwhelmed, but still worth the visit. Just for the atmosphere and view alone.

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