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Are you headed to Monteverde as part of your Costa Rica trip? Nestled in the interior of the country, Monteverde is a breath of fresh air as you get away from the heat of the coasts. It’s elevated and offers plenty of nature hikes, adventure activities, great culture and more. It’s a frequent stop on many people’s Costa Rica vacations, which means you need to find a place to eat. Luckily, for a quick meal in a unique place, there’s Tree House Restaurants & Café.

What’s the first thing you notice when you get inside? The Higuerón tree that the restaurant has been built around, which stretches up towards the sky in this open-air restaurant.

The restaurant itself has multiple floors with tables on all of them. Each floor has open-air windows, letting in a calming breeze while you enjoy your meal. Make no mistake — it can get windy in Monteverde. When I visited, every day had a pretty strong breeze. That’s likely a side-effect of the altitude. Inside, there are lots of seating options. The restaurant is clearly ready for crowds. One side note to keep in mind: If you want to visit the washroom, prepare for a bit of a hike, as the main washrooms are all the way up at the top.

The menu is diverse with many options that include the familiar. Familiar still means delicious, though. The burger was some of the best quality meat on my trip.

While the food is amazing across the board, one of the highlights is their milkshakes — specifically the blackberry milkshake. It wasn’t too sweet and highlighted the blackberry flavour impressively. The prices are very affordable (on the menu in Costa Rican Colón), which means you can sample plenty of the menu!

If you’re in the area and need a quick lunch stop, check out the Tree House Restaurante & Cafe. You can view the menu here, along with their hours. You can find the restaurant in the Santa Elena Center, in front of the Catholic Church.

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