EL Desván

Rating

5.0

62 reviews · Google

San José Spanish

About

A friendly little spot in the middle of San Jose where the welcome is the point - staff have been known to bring the wifi password over unasked, and Andres and the kitchen get named for their warmth. Breakfast is a strong start, the burgers and fries come well-seasoned, prices are easy, and dessert sometimes lands on the house. A train rattling past adds to the charm.

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Amenities

Takeout

Delivery

Dine-in

Curbside pickup

Reservations

Breakfast

Brunch

Lunch

Dinner

Beer

Coffee

Dessert

Good for kids

Good for groups

Dog-friendly

Restroom

Wheelchair accessible

Parking

Location

San José Province, San José, González Lahmann, 10101, Costa Rica

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Recent reviews

Wild about our woods CIOgoogle★★★★★

I was their first customer of the day and had a delicious breakfast that will set me up for the day. Friendly staff and there was an added curiosity of a train driving past at one point. Being in the middle of the city I found it quite a treat.

Feb 2026

Carmelisa Perezgoogle★★★★★

Walked into this spot after getting off the bus to grab a drink before calling my next ride. They were so kind and without me asking, walked to my table to give me their wifi password. I had some time to kill so I ended up ordering a burger and fries to with my cas. It was VERY good! Well cooked and seasoned. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you!

Aug 2023

Armando Gomezgoogle★★★★★

Great service, amazing staff, delicious food, and excellent prices. Couldn't ask for more!

May 2026