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Jaguar Negro, Rafael, Escazú

Jaguar Negro

4.8
4.8
1056 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
21:30
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
La experiencia comienza cuando pasas por las puertas de Jaguar Negro y te transportarás a un oasis tropical mexicano con aires relajados y elegancia casual. Primero descubres un jardín secreto rodeado de agua y plantas nativas mexicanas y desde ahí emprendes un viaje sonoro, sensorial y visual que te transportará a México sin salir de Costa Rica.

Nuestro menú esta inspirado en la cocina de cantina, en los platillos de tradición y en las técnicas ancestrales que acompañan cada preparación. Todo se disfruta alrededor de una mesa pensada para ser compartida.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Meat, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Sat, Sun 08:00–12:00 Lunch Mon–Wed 12:00–23:00 Thu–Sat 12:00–00:00 Sun 12:30–22:00
  • Phone number
    8858 2222
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Rodrigo Montesinos
  • Area
    San José
  • Parking details
    Guarded Parking Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • HAPPY HOUR

    US$5.00 - US$8.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    SALUD! Ven a probar el NUEVO Cantina HAPPY HOUR - Tragos, botanas y tequila - Lunes a Viernes de 4:00PM a 6:30PM en la Cantina Jaguar y nuestro Cantina Garden
    HAPPY HOUR photo
  • TAQUERIA

    US$11.00 - US$19.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    NUEVO MENU DE TAQUERIA en Jaguar Negro - Tacos -Enchiladas - Costras - Sopas - Ensaladas - Al mejor estilo Jaguar Disponible de Lunes a Viernes de 12:00MD a 4:00PM
    TAQUERIA photo

What 1,056 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Costa Rica

    Best Overall

  • Costa Rica

    Best Food

  • Costa Rica

    Best Ambience

  • Costa Rica

    Best Value

  • Costa Rica

    Great for brunch

  • Costa Rica

    Innovative

  • Costa Rica

    Good for groups

  • Costa Rica

    Hot spot

  • Costa Rica

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Costa Rica

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Costa Rica

    Most Booked

  • San José

    Best Overall

  • San José

    Best Food

  • San José

    Best Service

  • San José

    Best Ambience

  • San José

    Best Value

  • San José

    Great for brunch

  • San José

    Innovative

  • San José

    Good for groups

  • San José

    Healthy

  • San José

    Hot spot

  • San José

    Neighbourhood gem

  • San José

    Great for outdoor dining

  • San José

    Lively

  • San José

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Jaguar Negro offers an enchanting dining experience with "amazing" Mexican fusion cuisine, "festive" drinks, and a "beautiful ambiance." Guests praise the "delicious" food and "attentive" service, highlighting menu creativity and standout desserts like churros. Despite occasional slow service, it remains a "highly recommend" spot in Costa Rica.

1,056 Reviews
  1. Patrick

    Denver

    26 reviews

    1.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Overpriced, poor quality food, inattentive service, overall unpleasant experience. Not worth repeating

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  2. José R.

    Costa Rica

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Muy bueno, lástima cerrar tan temprano creo que deben cerrar más tarde

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  3. Ron

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a fun place to dine, especially taking out of town guests. The food is pricey for what is offered. Avoid the atún, unless you are craving smoked ham. The drinks are creative and tasty. The staff is very friendly, but seem to be under pressure to turn the tables quickly.

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  4. RAFAEL

    Costa Rica

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bonito lugar, buena atención y servicio de meseros, y comida estupenda

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  5. Alejandro

    Mexico City

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 21 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great except for a surcharge on additional “salsa” which was both expensive and ridiculous. This details matter

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  6. Julio

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    El lugar está decorado de manera elegante, y todos los rincones evocan a México. El servicio es excelente. Probamos los tacos, excelente sabor, pero la porción es muy pequeña para el precio( 2 tacos no alcanzan para saciar). Probamos la quesadilla, una delicia. Recomendado. Si es un lugar para regresar.

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  7. jose

    New York City

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excelente servicio, y alimentos y bebidas espectaculares.

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  8. Theresa

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very cute place. Reminds me of NYC soho restaurants. Cobble stone roads and all… food was good and presented well. Service was amazing. Highly recommend for a dinner party or date night.

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  9. John

    Costa Rica

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sin duda un gran lugar para visitar, el servicio nunca nos ha defraudado y mucho menos la comida, en esta ocasión nos recomendaron el helado de chile, una verdadera genialidad. Gracias por hacer nuestras visitas memorables

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  10. Allen

    Mexico City

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 6 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, great food and service. Really recommended

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FAQs

Jaguar Negro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 8858 2222.

Jaguar Negro is rated 4.8 stars by 1056 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
21:30
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Jaguar Negro

Casa7bancas, Calle Real San, Rafael, Escazú 00000

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    San José
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Sat, Sun 08:00–12:00 Lunch Mon–Wed 12:00–23:00 Thu–Sat 12:00–00:00 Sun 12:30–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Meat, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Guarded Parking Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Rodrigo Montesinos
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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