Lapa'sCosta Rican Bistro
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A spread of authentic Costa Rican dishes at Lapa's — arroz con pollo, gallo pinto, guacamole and sweet plantains
¡Pura vida, Bonita Springs!

Authentic Costa Rican, Made by Family

Scratch-made casados, arroz con pollo and gallo pinto — the flavors of Costa Rica, served with love since 2014.

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4.8 on Google · 515+ reviews Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Tue–Sat 12 PM – 8 PM
Inside Lapa's cozy, plant-filled dining room
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Welcome to Lapa's

A Little Piece of Costa Rica, One Plate at a Time

We're a small, family-owned and -operated bistro named after the lapa roja — the scarlet macaw that paints Costa Rica's skies red, gold and green. Since 2014 we've shared our culture the best way we know: through food made fresh, from scratch, the way it's made back home.

Delicious. Fresh. Authentic.

Crowd favorites

The Dishes Everyone Talks About

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Fresh made-to-order guacamole with homemade tortilla chips
#1 most lovedGuacamole & Chips
 Arroz con pollo with yellow rice, black beans and chimichurri
House signatureArroz con Pollo
 Chifrijo — black beans, rice, meat, pico de gallo and Lizano sauce
Tico classicChifrijo
 Homemade tres leches cake
Save roomTres Leches

Every day we're open

Two Daily Rituals Worth Planning Around

Lunch special plate with yellow rice and vegetables
12 – 3 PM

Lunch Specials

Tico classics at a friendly price — and the drink's included.

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Happy hour appetizers and drinks on a wooden table
4 – 6 PM

Happy Hour

25% off all appetizers, beer & wine. Bring friends.

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Word travels fast

What Neighbors Are Saying

"Best food in Bonita! The owners are so wonderful and kind."
— Camryn N.
"I highly recommend this place. Great food, great attention and quaint atmosphere. Thank you for always making me feel welcomed!"
— Mario C.
"Chifrijo is my new go-to. The fresh hot chips that came with the food are amazing too."
— German S., Local Expert

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Birthdays & gatherings

Celebrate the Tico Way

Your entrée is free on your birthday — and for bigger moments, you can book half the restaurant or the whole place, custom menu and all. Up to 60 of your favorite people, one unforgettable feast.

A festive party table set for a celebration at Lapa's

Find us

Bay Crossings Center, Right Off US-41

26251 S Tamiami Trail, Suite 9
Bonita Springs, FL 34134

  • Tuesday – Saturday 12 PM – 8 PM
  • Sunday & Monday Closed
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No reservations — first come, first served. Parties of 6+? Call ahead.

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Tonight, Eat Like You're in Costa Rica

Order pickup straight from our kitchen, get DoorDash to your door, or just walk in — we'll take care of the rest.

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