Hotel Grano de Oro

Because Old San José luxury shouldn’t be hard to find

Established in 1991, Restaurante Grano de Oro is a fine-dining restaurant located in a turn-of the century, tropical Victorian mansion. You’ll enjoy distinct dining experiences in The Elegant inner Courtyard or grand Dining Room. Either way, the ambience is unforgettable.

A most-cherished destination for locals and travelers alike Restaurant Grano de Oro began as a modest corner café in the pueblo of San José, primarily catering to its hotel guests. But once the locals tried the restaurant, they didn’t stop coming.

The menus offer seasonal, tropical, sustainable ingredients prepared with French Mediterranean techniques creating a unique and flavorful dining experience. In house aged Costa Rican beef features prominently on our menu, while the sustainably caught seafood dishes favor the season. The vegetarian and plant-based dishes are tasty, hearty and eye-pleasing.

The award-winning Wine Cellar, houses up to 2000 bottles and 185 labels. All hand-chosen to complement the menus.