Barefoot Restaurant Lounge — Restaurant in Tamarindo

Gorgeous place, good cocktails(they need a cocktail menu though), unique cuisine.

A hidden gem in Tamarindo, but a warning for gluten-free and celiac patrons.

Their menu has items labeled gluten-free and I told the waiter I was gluten free. They put wheat noodles as a decoration on my food, and served my spring rolls with a sauce with soy sauce(wheat).

I started swelling up and getting flushed and quickly realized something was not right. It's been nearly 11 years since I have had gluten fed to me and it was disappointing it was in this beautiful place. The menu said (G) for gluten free and I told the waiter and still I was "glutened".

They were kind and understanding and comped not only my food and drinks, but the whole table. I could tell they felt bad.

I hopethey will learn from this mistake, but I am a bit terrified of this happening again or for others. Luckily, I was able to get a relative to bring me medicine to help, but not all others are lucky when they have a...

As i check the good reviews Barefoot restaurant has, I decide to go and celebrate my anniversary there and we were very happy i choose Barefoot. We were very impress with the quality and flavors of the food. Everything we order was very fresh and well presented . We started with an ocean potion seafood soup and it was very good we love it then we had the Costa Rican trout it was very fresh and the flavor was amazing same as the tuna steak. We also try the passion fruit mouse and i absolute love it , it comes with a shot of wine . The ambience at barefoot was very romantic and the service was very good , the waiters were very friendly We had a great anniversary dinner. We went back the next day Since we love this place so much. For sure I recommend barefoot and definitely we will be back next time we...

This is my Go To Restaurant in downtown Tamarindo for SO many reasons:

1. Super fresh, homemade, delicious and healthy food with a menu to satisfy carnivores and vegetarians alike. (Highly recommend the Sunset Salad and Pasta dishes)
2. The setting is peaceful. Set within a lush jungle garden with an intimate atmosphere despite being in downtown Tamarindo. Literally an island of tranquility despite the hustle bustle outside.
3. Family operation: Come as a guest and make new best friends as the entire family/ staff are the sweetest people you will meet here in Tamarindo!
4. Good Wine! Great drinks! 👍🍾
5. The hotel attached (same owners) is a gem! High class for reasonable rates, and a luxurious, creative and bohemian feel to this outstanding boutique hotel/hostel combo. FIVE STARS! My favorite...