It's not really off the beaten path, but right by the beach in Manuel Antonio, next to some of the souvenir stands, is an outdoor restaurant that consists of some benches under a tarp. They cook up local fare with either fish, pork or chicken on an outdoor grill, along with vegetables and some fruit. This stuff was tasty. I believe it was about $5 or $6 for a decent size meal.
Follow your nose just before the park entrance.
Written Oct 31, 2006
We stayed in Quepos but were a short taxi cab ride from the beaches and cloud forest of Manuel Antonio.
We were able to then book some rooms right on the beach where the surfing and whale watching excursions are top notch.
Written Feb 14, 2006
in the national park Manuel Antonio, at the end of the service road, before the last bend going left, on the right there is a not signed path which ends only in the little waterfall in the pic but it's very refreshing on a hot day and in a discreet point where you can even change your dress to enjoy it...
only don't expect more than a few inches of water in the river under you...
Updated May 13, 2003
Can you spot me under this Ceiba Pentranda, a 70 meters high tropical tree considered sacred at the time of pre-Colombian.
The Ceiba symbolizes life, continuity, greatness, buity, strength and union.
It's considered a natural monument dedicated to Margarita Black de Mora for having greatly contributed to the creation of the natural park Manuel Antonio.
All this is written on a plaque under it and it's on the only street climbing the hill.
Updated May 8, 2003
through Londres up in the mountains. Real off-roading takes you to Reserva Los Campesinos. With Indiana Jones type swing bridge. Amazing waterfalls and beautiful hike up mountains to an amazing view.
Written Jul 26, 2007
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through Londres up in the mountains. Real off-roading takes you to Reserva Los Campesinos. With Indiana Jones type swing bridge. Amazing waterfalls and...
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Q: Hi folks! We're traveling there soon. Anything we need to be aware of other than the usual picpockets? Any new scams out there?...

A: Quepos isn't too bad at all. Just be aware and you will be fine. Mostly crime of opportunity here.
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We spent 4 days in 2004 and 4 days in 2005 in the Quepos / Manuel Antonio area. We enjoyed sportfishing in the ocean, visiting the Manuel Antonio National Park and simply lying under the ever burning...
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M A N U E L . A N T O N I O is a small place just off Quepos, located at the Pacific Ocean (West Coast). The place is famous for its national park. The park has beautiful white sandy beaches enclosed...
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Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica is paradise!

The short beach area near Manuel Antonio is paradise! The views are stunning, the weather pleasant, the activities abundant and the relaxation level high. I've only been during the rainy season so the...
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actually el Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio

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Beginner's Guide to Manuel Antonio

Quepos is the closest "real" town to the park. It's a little rough around the edges, and unless you're on a tight budget, it's probably not where you want to stay. A road runs from the town to the...
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