Vegan
International
Juice bar
Beer/Wine
Take-out
Gluten-free
Breakfast

Fully vegan cafe. Serves breakfast, lunch, smoothies, bowls, coffee. Dishes could include a breakfast burrito, bagels, sandwiches, salads and more. Open Mon-Sat 8:30am-6:00pm. Closed Sun.


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79 Reviews

First Review by hattielouisa

Adam1980

Points +62

Vegan
13 Feb 2024

Yummy but expensive

We stopped by here for a late breakfast. We had coffee, smoothies and meals. This is the only place in Costa Rica where we found smoothies with vegan protein, which was great! But the prices were also quite high. For the two of us, it cost 30,000 colones (about $75 CAD). This was a bit much for the small portions.

Pros: All vegan , Smoothies with vegan protein, Tofu

Cons: Small portions, High prices

floratamarindo

28 Feb 2024

Thank you Adam,
We are very happy you loved the food. We try to keep our prices affordable for everyone but as you may know as a vegan, vegan products require a lot of expensive ingredients and we try to keep the greatest quality for our customers.

fmschoening

Points +24

Vegan
12 Feb 2024

Delicious and wonderful service

We had the breakfast burrito and el tico. Both were amazing. The cashew cream and mayo are so good. Also ordered the croquettas. Very good but could’ve used some more seasoning. Will definitely go again before leaving tamarindo.

floratamarindo

28 Feb 2024

Thank you! Happy you loved the food and service!

d0nk3yd00d

Points +192

Vegan
09 Feb 2024

Truly Great

Went to Flora on a December 2023 trip and it was the first proper food I had in Costa Rica.

We ordered the Yuca balls as an appetizer and they got us excited for the meal. Crispy, savory and delicious. I could tell by the level of detail our meal would be good.

The first entree that came to the table were the cauliflower tacos which to my partners delight were “cartoonishly large” and also very savory with a slight spice. I had the Chori Pan which was more on the spicy side but the herb sauce really cooled things down. I will say comparatively the Chori Pan was a bit greasier, but being on vacation I didn’t care.

We went back another time and I had the cauliflower tacos and my partner had a curry dish. The curry dish was our least favorite but it was still good, good stands out when everything else is excellent.

Pros: Vegan Dining Very Close to Beach, Friendly Staff

Cons: I wish I was closer to this place

floratamarindo

29 Feb 2024

Thank you so much for your great feedback! We are happy you enjoyed it 💚 Pura Vida

MichelleYoga

Points +144

Vegan
01 Feb 2024

Best vegan spot in Tamarindo

The food is so good! And very nice service

Pros: Cauliflower wings (we asked no buffalo but tahini), Breakfast burrito, Tofu nuggets

tanddveggies

Points +72

Vegan
25 Jan 2024

Great buffalo cauliflower tacos

Friendly staff and all vegan menu. #Veganuary

Pros: Good food

EmmaCohen

Points +735

Vegan
17 Jan 2024

Ate here 3 times while in Tamarindo!

Lovely little vegan restaurant right across the street from the beach! I came 3 times during my time in Tamarindo and tried the breakfast burrito, smoothies, the Caesar salad and an appetizer. The prices are pretty high but everything was filling and the ladies working there were very sweet.

MomV3

Points +91

Vegan
23 Dec 2023

Vegan, delicious, fairly priced!!!

Grateful for this vegan restaurant, the food is delicious. Nice staff. Beautiful view!

fabienroche

Points +1531

Vegan
19 Dec 2023

Best place in Tamarindo!

Lovely little nook to have your delicious vegan food in Tamarindo. By far the best venue here! Lovely owner from Switzerland. Many dishes and drinks to choose from for all meals of the day.

Pros: Delicious vegan food, Many options , Great service

Cons: Close to the main road, but what can you do?

JohnnaWinters

Points +43

Vegetarian
13 Dec 2023

Best vegan option in Tamarindo

Generous portions. Lots of options from indulgent to super healthy. You can order breakfast all day. Everything we tried was delicious

JasminFeller

Points +104

Vegan
12 Dec 2023

Best complete Vegan Restaurant in Town

We had such a nice stay here. The people working are great and yiu can even see the ocean from the table. We had the tropical bowl and the acai and the size and tast was just great. A must try in Tamarindo🙏🏼💜

Pros: Friendly service, Good menue, Health choices avaiable

sarah_lou80

Points +67

Vegetarian
29 Nov 2023

Pura vida

Went for lunch today after spotting this cute little place on a wander round Tamarindo. We had the tapas - tofu nuggets, bruschetta, yucca balls and the highlight… buffalo cauliflower wings.

Everything was delicious and reasonably priced and the staff were all lovely. We will be back.

Pros: Friendly staff, 100% vegan, Imaginative food

floratamarindo

03 Dec 2023

Thank you Sarah for coming and sharing 🙏🏼💚 We really appreciate your feedback

skenigsberg

Points +45

Vegan
29 Nov 2023

Delicious vegan cafe!

Really enjoyed all the food I got at Flora. It’s a vegan cafe right off the beach and the owner is lovely.

floratamarindo

03 Dec 2023

Thank you for your feedback 🙏🏼💚 It is a always a pleasure to meet nice people and I am glad you enjoyed all the food 🌸

LiaSofia

Points +379

Herbivore
22 Nov 2023

Lovely place

I specifically came here because I saw that they have a vegan Choripan on the menu. I was not disappointed! I loved the vegan chorizo and the sauce (Chimichurri) was absolutely delicious. My friend had the Curry and also liked it a lot.
Drinks were very tasty as well.

Pros: Lots of options , Nice staff

floratamarindo

24 Nov 2023

Thank you for coming and sharing 🙏🏼💚 We really appreciate your feedback. Pura Vida 🌴

blujay

Points +20

Vegan
06 Nov 2023

The HappyCow reviewers said it was a great find and they didn't disappoint.

My first day in Tamarindo got off to a wonderful start thanks to finding this hidden Gem.
Today I had the pleasure of sampling the Cauliflower Tacos; three beautifully presented Tacos at a reasonable price. The Taco's were delicious.
Flora's Vegan Cafe has a good vibe and friendly staff; can't wait to go back and sample some more tasty dishes.
Second visit equally yummy!

Updated from previous review on 2023-11-03

Pros: excellent food, nice vibe, friendly staff

TromboneFairy

Points +221

Vegan
29 Oct 2023

Hidden gem

Loved this wee cafe. Had the Portobello Sandwich and a sunflower smoothie (mango and pineapple) Lovely wee place, so glad we stumbled upon it. Portion sizes very generous.

Pros: Friendly, Loads of options, Lovely decorations

Ann-KathrinBiber

Points +2575

Vegan
22 Oct 2023

Super tasty

The frech toast is out of this world

harmonyh

Points +25

Vegetarian
16 Aug 2023

Vibrant!

Flora Vegan Cafe serves such delicious, healthy, and nutrient rich food that will bring life into your body! I ordered the Sunshine Bowl and it was so refreshing after a long morning under the sun. Next time I go back, I will have to try the Breakfast Burrito because it sounds very fulfilling! The space was specially curated to offer a clean and fun vibe, so it is enjoyable to sit and relax! Also, the ones who come together to work and make this place function have such good spirits! So grateful to discover this little slice of Heaven!

Pros: Freshness of the food, Service, Environment

Umorrison

Points +22

Vegan
08 Aug 2023

Best vegan breakfasts in Tamarindo!

My husband and I ate all our breakfasts at flora Vegan Cafe because their food and drink was just delicious. Luis has wonderful customer service and the chefs (Lili and Yasmin) created the most delicious food. We’re so grateful we found this vegan oasis!

Anna_5654

Points +21

Vegan
08 Jul 2023

ANAZING!!

The venue was quiet and super friendly that sits close to the beach. The food was excellent. I had the portobello sandwich and my SO had ceviche after great appetizers which included hummus and a Spanish tortilla. We are topping it off with a cashew cheesecake!! Must repeat soon.

Pros: Excellent food, Excelente service, Close to Beach

Cons: Wish I had A bigger stomach

Kevbromley

Points +578

Vegan
04 Jul 2023

Delicious

We had the Portobello mushroom bun and the chorizo bun (beyond meat sausage). Both were delicious. Had smoothies that were excellent and shared the Oreo cheesecake - also amazing

Pros: Lots of good options

JoshBlatter

Points +11

Mostly Veg
01 Jul 2023

A culinary dream in vegan cuisine

The food at flora is some of the best vegan food I have ever eaten. I came with a group and we tried SO much of the menu. The cauliflower tacos and the choripán were my favorite. As a chef, they understand the balance of flavor, texture and technique. Even the way they plated the spicy vegan sausage cut side down added an element to the dish and mouthfeel that I loved. The vegan nuggets had a perfect crunch, spice and explosion of flavor throughout each bite and the BBQ sauce was mouthwatering. The last few bites I had were of the breakfast burrito. Unlike typical burritos, they grill theirs so that you get the crunch of the tortilla to complement the tofu scramble, potatoes and house vegan mayonnaise (that I would drink if I could). You HAVE to go!!

Updated from previous review on 2023-07-01

Pros: If you’re not vegan, this place is still for you, Incredible atmosphere and staff, VERY affordable = many trips back

ChristieArlotta

Points +28

Vegan
20 Jun 2023

Vegan Delight

fabulous spot for delicious vegan eats near the beach. cauliflower tacos are divine! friendly staff.

Updated from previous review on 2023-06-20

Pros: all vegan menu, atmosphere, alcohol available

Chad_meyers

Points +147

Vegan
31 May 2023

Delicious breakfast or lunch spot

Tons of vegan options from açaí bowls to tofu scramble tacos. Smoothies and French toast were great too. A perfect place to fuel up after surge lessons at Iguana Surf School!

Pros: Smoothies, Breakfast bowls and tacos, Coffee drinks

NatBear22

Points +46

Vegan
07 May 2023

Amazing!!!

Great 100% vegan spot by the beach! Casual vibe and super friendly staff! We ate here several times during our stay. ALL of the food is delicious. We tried the breakfast burrito, the tipo breakfast, the sunshine bowl, the savory bagel….and for dinner the cauliflower tacos and the portobello sandwich. We took passion fruit cheesecake and Oreo cheesecake to go…both were great. The coffee was also good. Don’t miss this place if traveling to tamarindo!

Updated from previous review on 2023-05-07

flying_by

Points +20

Vegan
04 May 2023

Great little place by the beach

It is the only fully vegan place we tried in the area. It is conveniently tucked away on the main road right across from the beach. Waddle right in, wash off your feet, get a table and take in the decor. Everything on the menu was great(Howler monkey smoothie, Yellow Iris smoothie, green curry, ceviche, cauliflower tacos, El Tico breakfast, cheesecake). We were back twice and haven't exhausted the menu. There were plenty of dishes to try. We especially appreciated El Tico breakfast tacos with an exquisite tofu scramble. We will certainly be back next time in Tamarindo!!

Pros: Exclusively vegan cafe, Great smoothies, Great variety

Cons: Closed on Wed

sherrykb

Points +73

Vegan
29 Apr 2023

Excellent breakfast & lunch cafe

We had breakfast and dinner at this wonderful little cafe. It’s 100% plant-based and 100% delicious. We stayed at VRBO Sunrise condos almost next door, and this was so convenient. I wish they were open a little later for dinner because some of day trips were longer than the hours they were open. We would have eaten here every day otherwise!

Pros: Great menu, Friendly staff, Fresh made to order

Cons: They close at 6pm- wish they opened until 8pm

gablopes

Points +18

Vegan
18 Apr 2023

The best vegan food ever!!

This place is a little piece of heaven in Tamarindo. There are so many wonderful options that it is even difficult to choose the best one. There are breakfast, lunch and snack options available throughout the day. I tried different dishes and I can say that they were all worth it. My favorites were: Cauliflower Taco, Ceviche and the Chori Pan and Portobello sandwiches. Finally, the place is super nice and we were super well attended by the very friendly staff! Hoping to come back soon.

Pros: Lot of perfect options (for diff moments), Amazing cozy place, Staff




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