Welcome to El Chivo, a family-friendly bar and restaurant in Playa Pelada.

In order to understand Chivo, we have to wind back in time to 2002, two years after our first foray into “living in Nosara”. We had returned with the simple goal of opening a casual bar, a place to provide a warm ambiance as a backdrop to good times with new friends.

After twelve years of managing hotels and restaurants in Guiones, we were forced to move shop to Pelada, which was considered the “sketchier end of town” back then. Leveraging goodwill from our past experiences, we quickly became the “neighbourhood local” and watched our modest tequila & tacos concept grow into a strong business with plans for expansion.

Due to the challenges of Covid restrictions, the old, thatch-roofed Chivo was closed down in 2021. One year to the day, the “new El Chivo” re-opened, still embracing the tacos & tequila, but with a casual pub-style service and a broader food offering. Our diverse menu and accommodating staff have made us an everyday option for everyday people.

Adjacent to us is La Bodega, a grocery-cafe concept that we integrated in 2021. Enjoy our lovely front patio and feel the Chivo vibe both inside and out! Be sure to check out our lunch and dinner menus, along with our Sunday Brunch.

Join us for our weekly events: Taco Tuesday, Red Lantern Wednesday, and Live Music Fridays. Additionally, we host Charity Trivia on the first Thursday of every month. Come and enjoy some fun while supporting a good cause!