NANKU
Tropical Bar & Steakhouse

Where the Jungle
Comes Alive at Night

Premium steaks, handcrafted tropical cocktails & live music under the stars

La Fortuna, Costa Rica — Near Arenal Volcano

The Nanku
Experience

More than a meal — an evening woven from fire, rhythm, and the untamed beauty of Costa Rica's volcanic heartland.

Live Music
01
Feel the Rhythm

Live Music

Every Monday & Saturday, the jungle comes alive with talented local artists performing tropical and Latin beats under the stars.

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Signature Cocktails
02
Crafted with Passion

Signature Cocktails

Handcrafted tropical cocktails blending local spirits with fresh exotic fruits, aromatic herbs, and a touch of Costa Rican magic.

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Premium Steaks
03
Fire & Flavor

Premium Steaks

Choice cuts cooked to perfection over open flame, sourced from the finest local farms and seasoned with our signature blends.

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Tropical Atmosphere
04
Dine in Paradise

Tropical Atmosphere

Immerse yourself in lush jungle flora, open skies, and the gentle warmth of volcano country — just minutes from Arenal.

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Est. La Fortuna, Costa Rica

Signature Dishes

Rib Eye
Chef's Choice

Rib Eye

₡17,500

Premium cut served sizzling on cast iron with rosemary potatoes, sweet plantain, jalapeño, and chimichurri.

Grilled Octopus

Grilled Octopus

₡19,000

Charred octopus tentacle with sweet potato purée, fresh salad, tomato chimichurri, and citrus concassé soy sauce.

Tuna Tartar
Fan Favorite

Tuna Tartar

₡9,900

Fresh tuna marinated with soy sauce, sesame, lemon, cucumber, and red onions, served with crostini.

Cahuita Chicken

Cahuita Chicken

₡9,100

Grilled chicken in rich coconut milk, thyme, and chili pepper sauce with vegetables and mashed potatoes.

Parmesan Eggplant
Vegetarian

Parmesan Eggplant

₡8,500

Crispy Parmesan-crusted eggplant in pomodoro sauce with cherry tomatoes, capers, olives, and house salad.

Flambéed Pineapple
Premium

Flambéed Pineapple

₡4,700

Caramelized pineapple in orange and cinnamon sauce, flamed in orange liquor, topped with vanilla ice cream.

Signature Cocktails

Every glass tells a story of the jungle. Handcrafted with fresh local ingredients and premium spirits.

Craft Margaritas

Craft Margaritas

Elevated twists on the classic, using premium mezcal and tequila with locally sourced tropical fruits and house-made syrups.

  • Margarita Clásica
  • Wild Passion Margarita
  • Margarita de Mango
Tiki Paradise

Tiki Paradise

Transport yourself to the tropics with rum-forward concoctions layered with coconut, passion fruit, and fresh pineapple.

  • Pura Vida
  • Julia
  • A Cachete
The Classics

The Classics

Timeless cocktails crafted with precision — the perfect companions for a relaxed evening under the jungle sky.

  • Mojito
  • Piña Colada
  • Old Fashioned
  • Negroni

When to Catch Live Music

LIVEMonday

Chris Charía

Rock clásico

7:00 PM

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Tuesday

Curated playlist

All evening
Wednesday

Curated playlist

8:00 PM
Thursday

Curated playlist

All evening
Friday

Curated playlist

All evening
LIVESaturday

Chalo Gonzales

7:00 PM

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Sunday

Curated playlist

All evening

Schedule may vary. Follow us on Instagram for weekly updates.

What Our Guests Say

4.8/ 5 · 200+ Reviews

Real reviews from guests who have experienced Nanku.

★★★★★

Great meal, ambiance, and service. The tuna tartare was tasty, steak presentation was fun and cooked to my liking. Passion fruit jalapeño margarita was excellent. Really enjoyable dinner and drinks with a large group.

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Julia H.
Food 5/5 · Service 5/5 · Atmosphere 4/5
★★★★★

10/10 we loved this restaurant, best one in La Fortuna! Guatavo was great and recommended cool places to check out during our stay. Coconut shrimp special was amazing, and so was the Mahi mahi!

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AMG
★★★★★

Nice meal at Nanku. Our guide suggested it and it was a good recommendation. I had the chicken which was well cooked and tasty. The al dente veg was particularly good.

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Jenny L.
★★★★★

Great food and vibes in the heart of La Fortuna! The service was quick and the food had great portions. The drinks were very fresh and used lots of real fruit. The nachos and coconut shrimp special was very good.

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Annie B.
Food 5/5 · Service 5/5 · Atmosphere 5/5
★★★★★

All in all I love this spot. We had a great experience. If you order a steak, get your phones ready to take pictures or videos. The service was great as soon as we walked up. The whole atmosphere was on point. The live music was great.

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Roberta C.
Food 5/5 · Service 5/5 · Atmosphere 5/5
★★★★★

Great meal, ambiance, and service. The tuna tartare was tasty, steak presentation was fun and cooked to my liking. Passion fruit jalapeño margarita was excellent. Really enjoyable dinner and drinks with a large group.

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Julia H.
Food 5/5 · Service 5/5 · Atmosphere 4/5
★★★★★

10/10 we loved this restaurant, best one in La Fortuna! Guatavo was great and recommended cool places to check out during our stay. Coconut shrimp special was amazing, and so was the Mahi mahi!

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AMG
★★★★★

Nice meal at Nanku. Our guide suggested it and it was a good recommendation. I had the chicken which was well cooked and tasty. The al dente veg was particularly good.

G Google · Local Guide
JL
Jenny L.
★★★★★

Great food and vibes in the heart of La Fortuna! The service was quick and the food had great portions. The drinks were very fresh and used lots of real fruit. The nachos and coconut shrimp special was very good.

G Google · Local Guide
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Annie B.
Food 5/5 · Service 5/5 · Atmosphere 5/5
★★★★★

All in all I love this spot. We had a great experience. If you order a steak, get your phones ready to take pictures or videos. The service was great as soon as we walked up. The whole atmosphere was on point. The live music was great.

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Roberta C.
Food 5/5 · Service 5/5 · Atmosphere 5/5
★★★★★

I'm still thinking about the Trout! This restaurant was a last resort 15 minutes before closing. My friend stumbled across Nanku and it was the best place I ate at in La Fortuna. The staff were amazing and the food was SO DAMN GOOD! They even sung happy birthday to me!

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Nydia W.
★★★★★

Lovely comida típica — a cut above the typical típica. My son had pasta with shrimp, which was also good. The lunch servers were attentive and good humored. Best of all was the quinoa salad as an appetizer.

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Ken E.
Food 4/5 · Service 5/5 · Atmosphere 5/5
★★★★★

We had a wonderful meal at Nanku Restaurant — the flavors were vibrant, fresh, and beautifully presented. Every dish felt thoughtfully prepared. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, making it a great place to unwind and enjoy a good meal.

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Taylor K.
Food 5/5 · Service 4/5 · Atmosphere 5/5
★★★★★

First of all, thumbs up for the staff. They delivered an excellent service. And, although it was busy, they were still attentive! Food was good, atmosphere was great. I had the burger and my wife had the Salmon & shrimp suggestion. Prices are correct.

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Sam V.
Food 4/5 · Service 5/5 · Atmosphere 5/5
★★★★★

Incredible live open mic music on Sunday evening starting around 7:00 p.m. and a really fun service worker who gets everyone enjoying the music. Food is good too.

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Brenda D.
★★★★★

I'm still thinking about the Trout! This restaurant was a last resort 15 minutes before closing. My friend stumbled across Nanku and it was the best place I ate at in La Fortuna. The staff were amazing and the food was SO DAMN GOOD! They even sung happy birthday to me!

G Google · Local Guide
NW
Nydia W.
★★★★★

Lovely comida típica — a cut above the typical típica. My son had pasta with shrimp, which was also good. The lunch servers were attentive and good humored. Best of all was the quinoa salad as an appetizer.

G Google · Local Guide
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Ken E.
Food 4/5 · Service 5/5 · Atmosphere 5/5
★★★★★

We had a wonderful meal at Nanku Restaurant — the flavors were vibrant, fresh, and beautifully presented. Every dish felt thoughtfully prepared. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, making it a great place to unwind and enjoy a good meal.

G Google · Local Guide
TK
Taylor K.
Food 5/5 · Service 4/5 · Atmosphere 5/5
★★★★★

First of all, thumbs up for the staff. They delivered an excellent service. And, although it was busy, they were still attentive! Food was good, atmosphere was great. I had the burger and my wife had the Salmon & shrimp suggestion. Prices are correct.

G Google · Local Guide
SV
Sam V.
Food 4/5 · Service 5/5 · Atmosphere 5/5
★★★★★

Incredible live open mic music on Sunday evening starting around 7:00 p.m. and a really fun service worker who gets everyone enjoying the music. Food is good too.

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Brenda D.
★★★★★

We went here twice during our stay in La Fortuna. Jason the waiter was fantastic and so personable. He even allowed us to adapt the menu items. The food was top notch. Way better than expected. Totally recommend for a real Costa Rican food experience.

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Brad B.
Food 5/5 · Service 5/5 · Atmosphere 4/5
★★★★★

We've eaten at several locations in La Fortuna during our stay, but Nanku far exceeds the others! Our waiter Manuel was friendly, respectful, spending a good deal of time conversing with us. We just wish we had more time here now! Nanku will be our regular eatery when we come back. Pura Vida!

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Dick R.
Food 5/5 · Service 5/5 · Atmosphere 5/5
★★★★★

One of the best meals we've had in La Fortuna! Make reservations — it fills up fast. Get the steak! The servers were fantastic. Don't visit La Fortuna without eating at Nanku!

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Michael E.
Food 5/5 · Service 5/5 · Atmosphere 5/5
★★★★★

This place was a lot of fun, and the food was excellent. Highly recommend the passion fruit ceviche appetizer, the grilled octopus entrée, and the churrasco entrée. The waitstaff was very friendly and attentive, regularly checking in to see if we needed refills.

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Kyle U.
★★★★★

We went here twice during our stay in La Fortuna. Jason the waiter was fantastic and so personable. He even allowed us to adapt the menu items. The food was top notch. Way better than expected. Totally recommend for a real Costa Rican food experience.

G Google · Local Guide
BB
Brad B.
Food 5/5 · Service 5/5 · Atmosphere 4/5
★★★★★

We've eaten at several locations in La Fortuna during our stay, but Nanku far exceeds the others! Our waiter Manuel was friendly, respectful, spending a good deal of time conversing with us. We just wish we had more time here now! Nanku will be our regular eatery when we come back. Pura Vida!

G Google Reviews
DR
Dick R.
Food 5/5 · Service 5/5 · Atmosphere 5/5
★★★★★

One of the best meals we've had in La Fortuna! Make reservations — it fills up fast. Get the steak! The servers were fantastic. Don't visit La Fortuna without eating at Nanku!

G Google · Local Guide
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Michael E.
Food 5/5 · Service 5/5 · Atmosphere 5/5
★★★★★

This place was a lot of fun, and the food was excellent. Highly recommend the passion fruit ceviche appetizer, the grilled octopus entrée, and the churrasco entrée. The waitstaff was very friendly and attentive, regularly checking in to see if we needed refills.

G Google · Local Guide
KU
Kyle U.

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Location & Directions

Address
La Fortuna Town,
Street 142, San Carlos
Costa Rica
Hours
Monday – Sunday12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
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Near Arenal Volcano
We're located in the heart of La Fortuna, just 5 minutes from Arenal Volcano National Park entrance.
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