We are happy to announce that El Patio has been recognized by Tripadvisor as a 2025 Travelers’ Choice Award winner.
Your urban oasis of taste in the Historic District.
El Patio del Balmoral Restaurant
The Hotel Balmoral proudly features delightful onsite dining options, including a bar, restaurant, café, pizzeria and even a wine shop. You are guaranteed to find the perfect dining or relaxation option here for any taste and occasion, all at the absolute best value to be found in Costa Rica. Overlooking Avenida Central, San Jose’s most famous pedestrian avenue, our award-winning El Patio del Balmoral restaurant serves a variety of authentic Costa Rican specialties and international dishes in a casual and relaxing setting. A menu ranging from meat and seafood dishes to pasta and risottos, soups and salads, sandwiches and burgers is complemented by extensive beer, wine, and cocktails.
Restaurant opening hours
Monday to Sunday from 6:00 a.m. at 9:00 p.m.
El Bar del Patio
Café dEl Patio
Hours
Monday to Sunday, 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Pizzería El Patio
Hours
Monday to Sunday, 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Bodeguita El Patio
Hours
Monday to Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.