San Jose coffee scene

Cafés with outdoor seating in San Jose

Terraces, courtyards, and pavement tables in San Jose. Specialty coffee with a seat in the open air.

7 cafés · Costa Rica

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These San Jose cafés have outdoor seating, from pavement tables to courtyards and terraces, while still pouring proper specialty coffee.

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