07/06/2026
Querida Adelia Ritchie
Muchas gracias por tus hermosas palabras y por capturar la esencia de Bazookas. Durante más de 28 años hemos trabajado para ser más que un restaurante: un lugar donde amigos, familias y visitantes puedan sentirse como en casa.
Nos honra formar parte de esta maravillosa comunidad y agradecemos profundamente tu cariño y apoyo.
Con gratitud,
El equipo de Bazookas Restaurante ❤️
Bazookas: A Slice of America in the Heart of Pérez Zeledón. .
by Adelia Ritchie:
For many expats living in Costa Rica, there comes a time when you crave something familiar. Not just the food, but the feeling. A place where the menu is extensive, the coffee is always hot, the portions are generous, and the atmosphere feels a lot like home.
That's exactly what you'll find at Bazookas Restaurante in San Isidro de El General.
For more than 28 years, Bazookas has been serving both locals and visitors, building a reputation as one of the best-known restaurants in Costa Rica's Southern Zone. From hearty breakfasts and juicy burgers to steaks, salads, and classic comfort food, the restaurant proudly embraces a philosophy that could be summed up in these words: “As American as apple pie."
But Bazookas has become more than just a restaurant. It’s an extension of my living room. I am just as comfortable there, whether I’m alone surfing their great wifi or joining friends for a chat.
In recent years, it has evolved into a gathering place for the area's international community. Art workshops bring together creative minds, game days encourage friendly competition, and special events give newcomers and longtime residents a chance to connect. In a region where community matters, Bazookas has become one of those rare places where friendships are formed over coffee, cards, paintbrushes, and an occasional margarita. Well, for some of us it may be more than occasional…
That sense of community is what makes the restaurant stand out. Walk through the entrance, and you'll find retirees, entrepreneurs, artists, digital nomads, and local families sharing the same space. It's the kind of place where someone arrives as a customer and leaves knowing a few more neighbors.
Of course, the food remains a big part of the attraction. The menu reflects both North American favorites and Costa Rican specialties, making it an easy choice whether you're introducing visiting family to the area or simply looking for a reliable meal after a busy day. The restaurant's long-standing popularity and extensive menu have made it a landmark dining destination in Pérez Zeledón.
For expats considering a move to Costa Rica, places like Bazookas are proof that you don't have to leave everything behind when you start a new life abroad. Sometimes, a little taste of home is waiting just around the corner, with friendly English-speaking staff who remember your name!
And sometimes, it comes with a side of apple pie. https://www.facebook.com/bazookas.rest
Adelia Ritchie
Website: www.adeliaritchie.com