Name: Casa Brava
Address: 550 m al oeste del Maxi Palí, El Carmen de Cartago., Cartago, CR
Telephone: +50672278465

Dining room with wooden tables and black chairs, a long bench against a terracotta wall with hanging plants.

Grupo B&B

The home of brunch

The home of brunch: breakfast into the afternoon, plates to share, cocktails and a play area for kids.

Hours: Sunday to Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Address: 550 m west of Maxi Palí, El Carmen, Cartago.

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The place

Round Casa Brava sign, dark with the letter B and two leaves, against a blue sky.

Vertical view of the empty dining room: wooden tables, black chairs, plank floor and terracotta wall.

Bar with high stools, bottle shelves, plants and hanging glass lamps.

Children's play area on artificial grass: wooden tower with a yellow slide and a plastic playhouse.

Two toasts topped with scrambled egg, mushrooms, tomato and sprouts, on a black slate board.

Fried rolled tacos topped with cabbage, tomato and sauce, with an orange slice, on black slate.

Chicken with mushrooms on a yellow purée, with sautéed broccoli and zucchini, on a white plate.

Plate of waffles topped with whipped cream, chocolate cream and fruit, with a small cup of syrup.

Tall cut-glass tumbler with a clear drink on ice, garnished with pineapple and a leaf, on a dark background with lights.

Short glass with a red drink on ice, a spiced rim and a spiral of dried orange.

Amber glass pendant lamps under a wooden ceiling, with plants and a black metal frame.

Queso Pinto₡5.600
Cheese crust filled with gallo pinto (rice and beans), ripe plantain and stewed beef, served with natilla (Costa Rican sour cream).
Premium₡5.800
Classic gallo pinto served with stewed beef, 2 fried or scrambled eggs, fried cheese, toast, avocado and natilla.
Morning Toasts₡5.400
Two crispy sourdough toasts topped with guacamole, scrambled eggs and bacon bits. Served with cherry tomatoes and sautéed mushrooms.
Ejecutivo (Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 11:00 am)₡4.950
Classic gallo pinto served with a fried or scrambled egg, ripe plantain, toast and natilla, with coffee or a small orange juice. Switch your drink to a cappuccino or make it larger for an additional ¢800.
Tortilla del Campo₡4.950
Cheese tortilla topped with refried beans, scrambled egg, shredded beef and ripe plantain.
Tortilla a la Brava₡4.950
Cheese tortilla topped with refried beans, egg omelet, fried cheese, pico de gallo and guacamole. Served with natilla.

Kids' Breakfast

Breakfasts include a kids' drink: peach iced tea, orange juice or hot chocolate.

Pinto Aventurero₡4.350
Gallo pinto, scrambled egg, octopus-shaped sausages and fresh cheese.
Magic Pancakes₡4.350
Fluffy pancakes with strawberry, Nutella and whipped cream, decorated with edible toppings.
Super Kids Sandwich₡4.350
Ham and American cheese sandwich. Served with a fruit bowl.

Tortillas Aliñadas

Traditional Cheese Tortilla with Natilla₡3.600
Chorreada with Natilla and Honey₡3.600
Sweet corn pancake with natilla and honey.

Sandwiches

All served with French fries and house sauces, or salad.

Steak and Cheese Casa Brava₡6.900
Beef (lomo) sautéed with sweet pepper, onion, cream cheese, bacon and mixed cheese.
Mano de Piedra₡6.900
Mano de piedra beef, mozzarella, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lettuce and tomato.
Crunchy Chipotle Chicken₡6.900
Breaded chicken, chipotle sauce, avocado, red onion, lettuce and Swiss cheese.
Pavocado₡6.900
Turkey ham, provolone, avocado, creamy house dressing, lettuce and tomato.
Grilled Chicken₡6.900
Juicy grilled chicken breast, bacon, cheddar, tomato slices, lettuce and house mayonnaise.

Belgian Waffles

Southern₡6.400
Golden waffles with crispy chicken, bacon strips, a touch of honey and smoked dressing.
Four Seasons₡6.400
Whipped cream, blueberry compote, Churchill mix and a touch of Nutella. Topped with strawberries, kiwi, banana and blueberries.

Crepes

Betty Boop₡6.400
Nutella with strawberries, banana and ice cream.
Forest Berries₡6.400
Bavarian cream (rompope, Costa Rican eggnog), Nutella, red berry medley, fresh strawberry and ice cream.
Churchill₡6.400
Creamy classic Churchill mix, homemade condensed milk, vanilla ice cream and seasonal fruit coulis.
AlfredoChicken ₡6.900Shrimp ₡7.900Mushrooms (vegetarian) ₡6.400
Filled with chicken or shrimp, sautéed mushrooms and our Alfredo sauce, served with green salad.

Wrap

WrapGrilled Beef (lomo) ₡7.950Shrimp ₡7.950Chicken Fajitas ₡6.900Beans and Mushrooms ₡6.400Tofu ₡7.950
Flour tortilla, mozzarella, avocado, lettuce, cucumber, carrot, cherry tomatoes and chipotle sauce. Served with French fries and house sauce.

Small Bites

Parmesan Fries₡3.900
French fries topped with parmesan and herbs, served with a creamy sauce and truffle oil.
Sopita Azteca₡3.900
Cream of tomato soup served with chicken, tortilla chips, natilla, avocado and cheese.
Patacones Casa Brava₡5.600
Five patacones (fried green plantain) topped with shredded beef, beans, guacamole, cheese and pico de gallo.
Cheese Cubes₡3.950
Breaded cheese cubes with smoked house mayonnaise.
Chicharrón Appetizer₡6.800
Crispy chicharrón (fried pork) with fried cassava (yuca), beans with tortilla chips, pico de gallo, tortillas and lime.

Kids' Menu

Dishes include a kids' iced tea and dessert. ¢4.950

Chicken Strips with Fries₡4.950
Mini Ham and Cheese Pizza₡4.950
Pasta with Butter and Cheese₡4.950
Fish Fingers with Fries₡4.950

Burgers

All served with French fries or salad.

Bacon Cheese₡8.500
Brioche bun, 100% Angus beef patty, cheddar, mustard, pickles, red onion, ketchup and bacon.
La Brava Angus₡8.500
Brioche bun, 100% Angus beef patty, marinated shrimp, mozzarella, guacamole, red onion, pickles, lettuce, tomato and chipotle sauce.

Pasta

Choose fettuccine or spaghetti for any pasta.

Creamy Shrimp Pasta₡8.950
Al dente pasta with juicy shrimp in a smooth, creamy sauce with a touch of white wine, served with garlic bread.
Pasta Costa Rosa₡8.950
Pasta with seafood in an aurora sauce scented with white wine, served with garlic bread.
Pasta Alfredo₡7.400
Pasta with chicken breast, Alfredo sauce and parmesan, served with garlic bread.

Main Courses

Caribbean Surf and Turf (Lomo)₡12.900
Juicy 300g cut of beef (lomo) with sautéed seafood, seasonal vegetables and grilled asparagus, served with a baked potato and topped with Caribbean sauce.
Rib Eye Casa Brava₡13.200
Juicy grilled rib eye (300g) on a demi-glace and red wine sauce, with seasonal vegetables, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes and sweet potato chips.
Grilled Skirt Steak₡12.900
Grilled skirt steak (300g) with potato gratin, grilled zucchini and sweet corn with cream and parmesan.
Chef's Cordon Bleu₡8.600
Juicy breaded chicken breast stuffed with ham and melted cheese, with rustic mashed potatoes, sautéed vegetables and a delicate white wine and mushroom sauce.
Grilled Chicken Breast₡8.200
Grilled chicken breasts (300g) served with seasonal vegetables, sweet potato chips and green salad.
Salmón a la Normanda₡12.600
Grilled salmon fillet topped with sautéed shrimp scented with white wine, with mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables and grilled asparagus.
Salmon in Passion Fruit Sauce₡11.900
Salmon on a passion fruit sauce with a touch of mesino lime, served with baby potatoes and tropical salad.
Asian-Style Shrimp Rice₡8.900
Rice sautéed with our Asian-style sauces, shrimp, vegetables, chives and egg. Served with French fries and green salad.
Creamy Heart of Palm Rice₡7.950
Moist, creamy rice with mozzarella, bacon and fresh heart of palm. Served with grilled baby corn and seasonal root vegetable chips.
Almuerzo Típico₡5.600
(Monday to Friday, 11:30 am – 3:00 pm) Traditional lunch with your choice of protein (grilled chicken, breaded fish or stewed beef), served with white rice, beans, sautéed vegetables, ripe plantain and salad of the day.

Bowls

BowlsSalmon ₡8.600Grilled Beef (lomo) ₡8.200Shrimp ₡8.200Chicken Fajitas ₡6.900Mushrooms and Asparagus ₡6.000Tofu ₡8.200
Rice or salad base: carrot, avocado, red cabbage, cucumber, cherry tomatoes and Asian-style house dressing.

Hot Drinks

Espresso₡1.500
Double Espresso₡2.200
Cortado₡1.800
Americano₡2.500
Cappuccino₡2.800
Cappuccino Casa Brava₡3.400
Our cappuccino with pistachio ganache, whipped cream and pistachio bits.
Flavored Cappuccino₡3.400
(Mint, vanilla, amaretto, Irish cream or caramel)
Mocaccino₡3.400
Flavored Latte₡3.400
(Pistachio, mint, vanilla, amaretto, Irish cream or caramel)
Agua Dulce₡1.950
Traditional hot drink made with unrefined cane sugar.
Agua Dulce with Milk₡2.600
Traditional hot drink made with unrefined cane sugar, with milk.
Hot Chocolate with Marshmallow₡2.950
Chai Tea₡2.950
Black Chorreado Coffee₡1.950
Traditional Costa Rican drip coffee.
Chorreado Coffee with Milk₡2.350
Traditional Costa Rican drip coffee, with milk.

Premium Tea

Matcha LatteHot ₡3.100Iced ₡3.500
Fruit Matcha Latte₡3.500
(strawberry, mango)
Matcha with Taro₡3.500
Add Almond Milk₡600

Infusions

Bora Bora₡2.100
Apple pieces, papaya, raspberry, strawberries, Corinth raisins, elderberries, blackcurrant, hibiscus, sunflower petals and blue cornflower.
Dreamer₡2.100
Apple pieces, kiwi, sweet and sour cherries, blueberries and coconut pieces.
Pink Topics₡2.100
Green tea, dragon fruit (pitahaya) cubes, apple and melon pieces, lemongrass, butterfly pea tea, grapefruit, lemon peel and sugar flamingos.
Salted Caramel₡2.100
Rooibos, caramel pieces, almond bits, crunchy hazelnut pieces and pearl salt.
Chamomile₡2.100
Mild and relaxing, ideal for unwinding and enjoying a quiet moment.
Mint₡2.100
Refreshing and aromatic, perfect for reviving body and mind.
Black Tea₡2.100
Intense and full of character, a classic infusion with robust, energizing notes.

Brewing Methods

Brewing Methods2 Cups ₡3.600Siphon ₡3.800
French Press, Vandola, Chemex, V-60, Siphon. Ask about the available varieties and brewing methods.

Milk Shakes

Torta Chilena Shake₡3.850
Creamy shake of vanilla, torta chilena (layered dulce de leche pastry) and dulce de leche, topped with whipped cream and a piece of torta chilena. Ingredients: torta chilena, vanilla ice cream, milk, dulce de leche and vanilla whipped cream.
Taro Shake₡3.850
Creamy taro and vanilla shake with toasted notes and a crunchy taro Milk Chip. Ingredients: taro, vanilla ice cream, toasted vanilla milk, whipped cream and taro Milk Chip.
Cacao Dorado₡3.850
Intense, creamy chocolate shake topped with toasted marshmallow and chocolate ganache. Ingredients: dark chocolate, milk, vanilla ice cream, cold brew, toasted marshmallow and chocolate ganache.

Cold Drinks

Fresh Fruit SmoothiesWith water ₡2.100With milk ₡2.600
Strawberry, pineapple, cas (Costa Rican guava), mixed fruit or passion fruit
Lemonades₡2.650
Coconut, mint, strawberry or classic
Sodas₡1.750
Orange Juice₡1.700
Vaso Michelado₡500
Glass with lime juice and a salt rim, for your drink.

Coldbrew

ColdbrewClassic ₡3.100With milk ₡3.500
Coffee steeped cold for several hours to bring out a sweet, smooth flavor with lower acidity. Served cold over ice, classic or with milk. Amaretto / Caramel / Vanilla / Chocolate.

Frappes

Special Caramel₡3.950
Espresso, milk, vanilla ice cream, caramel syrup and whipped cream.
Forest Berries₡3.950
Espresso, milk, vanilla ice cream, strawberry pieces, blueberries and whipped cream.

Italian Sodas

Red Berries₡3.950
Refreshing blend of red berries with sweet and slightly tart notes, topped with soda for a fresh, bubbly finish.
Passion Fruit
Tropical and refreshing, with the intense flavor of passion fruit, a balance of sweetness and acidity and a fizzy finish.

Wine List – White

Saurus – Chardonnay₡17.900
Argentina
Vaya Pasada - Verdejo₡15.900
D.O. Rueda - Spain.

Wine List – Sparkling Rosé

+&+ Cava Brut Selección - Garnacha₡15.900
D.O. Cava - Spain.

Wine List – Red

Protos Roble - Tempranillo₡20.900
Ribera del Duero - Spain.
Vista Alegre Crianza - Tempranillo₡18.900
DOCa. Rioja - Spain.
Trumpeter - Malbec₡19.900
Argentina
Saurus – Pinot Noir₡21.900
Argentina
Pasqua Organico - Nero d’Avola, Shiraz₡18.900
Italy.