Stiefel Pub
Stiefel Pub operates as a craft beer outpost in Barrio Amón, pouring a rotating selection of Costa Rican craft beers alongside imports. The space is pub-comfortable: wooden tables, a proper bar, and the kind of lighting that makes everyone look better after the second pint. The beer menu is the strongest feature, covering IPAs, stouts, and lagers from Costa Rica's growing craft scene. Bar food keeps things simple: burgers, wings, and snacks designed to accompany beer. The crowd is a mix of expats and locals who've moved past the Imperial-only phase.
What to Expect
A solid craft beer bar with a laid-back pub atmosphere. Good for settling in and working through the tap list. Not exciting, but reliable and unpretentious.
Pub-comfortable and beer-focused.
Background rock and indie.
Casual.
Craft beer enthusiasts looking for local Costa Rican brews.
Cards and cash accepted
Price Range
Craft pints ₡2,500-5,000, pub food ₡3,000-6,000
≈ €4–11 / $5–11
Hours
Mon-Sat from 4 PM to midnight
Insider Tip
Try the Costa Rican craft beers first. The bartenders can guide you through the local options. Beer flights are available.
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