Lubnan

San José


This atmospheric Lebanese place is a great date spot, with creamy hummus, flavorful tabbouleh and an array of succulent meats – some cooked, some deliciously raw. Waiters wear fezzes and a live belly-dancing performance goes down every Thursday at 8pm. A cave-like ambiance with pillowy seats enhances the 1001 Nights feeling.


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5. Monumento León Cortés

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