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  1. La Empanada

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    The corn-flour empanadas here have been coming out of the fryer since before most regulars' grandparents were born, served alongside the Plaza de las Garantías Sociales. This is a casual Tico snack counter where you order by filling, beans to chicharrón, and the house move is getting your empanada split and dressed with lettuce, tomato, sour cream, and chilera. Morning coffee or afternoon horchata both work. Show up hungry and without a reservation.

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    • Empanadas costarricenses

      “Begin your journey into deep-fried empanadas costarricenses at this Tico institution”

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    • Enyucados

      “The other savory treats, like enyucados, deep-fried yuca balls stuffed with ground meat, are delicious, but the empanadas are a must.”

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    San José Province, Alajuelita, Costa Rica · San José
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