Lunch - Chirinquitos del Rio, Grecia, Costa Rica

Lance discovered a new restaurant and we ate lunch there yesterday. It is the Chirinquitos del Rio, situated beside the Rio Rosales, El Poró, Grecia.

It’s located in a lovely setting right beside the river Rosales. As is usual in Costa Rica, the restaurant is open sided so the fresh tropical breezes blow through. Lots of greenery around the eating areas makes for a cool interior.

First order of business - drinks - sangria for two. Service is prompt and friendly.

For my meal, I ordered the traditional chifrijo de chicharrón:

It was excellent. The pork was tender, with beans, rice, avocado balls on top, tomatoes, etc. Very large portion so I asked for para llevar (for take away) for half of it. 

Lance opted for the chalupa with chicken:

Inside the giant masa shell was shredded chicken, refried black beans, and cheese. The link I have provided above refers to authentic Mexican chalupas which seem to be made differently then Costa Rican ones. Nevertheless, Lance said it was delicious.

The restaurant grounds are really nice so we walked around a bit after our meal.

A lily pond:

Orchids:

Staghorn fern:

Bananas for the kitchen:

Menu:

Staff wear masks and there are hand washing stations. There is a parking attendant on duty. We were the first to arrive but the restaurant started filling up quickly after that.

Highly recommend this restaurant.

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