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Central America Costa Rica Quepos Dining El Avión Restaurant

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El Avión Restaurant

The guide was updated: 2025-05-24

El Avión is a unique restaurant built around an aeroplane brought from the Nicaraguan Army and converted into a bar. Enjoy the beautiful ocean and rainforest views while enjoying a sensational menu featuring typical Costa Rican fare.

Useful Information

Address: Puntarenas Province, Quepos, Costa Rica
More Info: Distance from Marco Antonio National Park: 6 km.
Opening hours: Daily 6:30am–10pm
Website: www.elavion.net
Phone: +506 2777 3378
Email: info@elavion.net

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El Avión Restaurant

El Avión Restaurant

El Avión is a unique restaurant built around an aeroplane brought from the Nicaraguan Army and converted into a bar. Enjoy the beautiful ocean and rainforest views while enjoying a sensational menu featuring typical Costa Rican fare.

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