Green Papaya Taco Bar

Rating

4.8

4,442 reviews · Google

$$ Tamarindo Spanish

About

Green Papaya turns out tacos on homemade tortillas — beef, mahi mahi, shrimp — that travelers describe as farm-to-table fresh, plus a house chili paste and hot sauce people call to-die-for. The watermelon-jalapeno margarita is a repeat order. Servers like Pela, Vicky and Luca get warm shout-outs. It's cash only, and larger groups may see an automatic gratuity added.

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Amenities

Takeout

Dine-in

Curbside pickup

Reservations

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Beer

Wine

Cocktails

Coffee

Dessert

Vegetarian options

Outdoor seating

Kids' menu

Good for kids

Good for groups

Dog-friendly

Restroom

Wheelchair accessible

Parking

Location

C. Corona 40 50309, Provincia de Guanacaste, Tamarindo, Costa Rica

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Recent reviews

Linette sarkissiangoogle★★★★★

Pela was such a sweetheart! Fantastic food, ambience…. The watermelon jalapeño margarita was chefs kiss. We shared the beef and mahj mahi tacos an everything tasted farm to table organic and fresh! Would definitely return to try the shrimp tacos next time! Again- thank you Pela! 10000/10 service, food and smiles all around!

Feb 2026

Amelia Giordanogoogle★★★★★

Food is delicious - we had to come back twice in a one-week trip! Homemade tortillas are a highlight. All the bowls are also delicious! Vicky was so sweet and helpful! Note that they only take cash.

Mar 2026

Karina Szornackgoogle★★★★★

Amazing service, loved the house hot sauce! Was interested in purchasing and they gave us one on the house. So thoughtful and such a nice touch! Luca was our server and she was attentive kind and quick. She made the experience so pleasant. Food was quick and very flavourful! Generous portions. Would recommend. Great quality

Jan 2026