El Timonel
Restaurant, Bar & Mini-Hotel
in Tambor, Costa Rica
$486,000
You Love the Pizza. Now Own the Restaurant!
Established Pizzeria • Restaurant • Bar • Mini-Hotel • 2,000 m² Property
Ever dreamed of owning your own restaurant in Costa Rica? Here's your opportunity to acquire an established pizzeria, restaurant, bar, and mini-hotel in Tambor, on the beautiful Southern Nicoya Peninsula.
Set on approximately 2,000 m² of land, this distinctive commercial property combines an established local business, a spacious dining venue, a popular bar, and accommodations with renovation potential - all in one convenient location.
Known locally for its delicious pizzas, dedicated pizza oven, fresh ingredients, and exceptional quality, this Tambor pizzeria has built a loyal following among residents and visitors alike.
The restaurant offers dine-in and takeout service, along with delivery to surrounding communities, providing several ways to reach customers and generate business.
But the real opportunity goes well beyond the pizza.
An Established Restaurant Business With Room to Grow
One of the most appealing aspects of this restaurant for sale in Tambor, Costa Rica, is the opportunity to build upon an existing operation while introducing fresh ideas and additional services.
The spacious restaurant offers ample room for guests, particularly during Costa Rica's busy tourist season, with the flexibility to host much more than everyday dining.
Imagine transforming the venue into a popular gathering place for:
Private parties and birthday celebrations
Wedding receptions and special occasions
Corporate meetings and group functions
Community gatherings and themed evenings
Karaoke, bingo, and live entertainment
Holiday celebrations and sporting events
With the right marketing and event planning, this property could become a destination for locals, expatriates, and visitors looking for a welcoming place to gather, dine, and celebrate.
In an area where larger event venues can be limited, this flexibility offers an opportunity for an ambitious new owner.
A Well-Equipped Commercial Kitchen
The restaurant features a spacious, practical commercial kitchen designed to support daily food preparation and service.
Stainless steel counters and preparation areas provide generous working space, complemented by equipment including a stove, range hood, refrigerators, sinks, and dedicated food preparation areas.
The dedicated pizza oven is one of the restaurant's signature features and an important part of its established identity.
Whether you choose to continue the existing pizzeria concept, expand the menu, or introduce an entirely new culinary experience, the property provides a foundation upon which to build.
The Bar: An Opportunity to Create Tambor's Next Great Gathering Place
Already a popular meeting spot for sporting events, the bar offers exciting possibilities for further development.
Imagine creating a lively sports bar where residents, expats, and international visitors come together to enjoy major sporting events, great food, cold drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere.
From the FIFA World Cup and Super Bowl to the Stanley Cup, World Series, and other international competitions, the opportunities for themed promotions and special events are numerous.
With additional marketing, entertainment, and creative programming, the bar could develop into an attraction in its own right.
Sometimes the next big business opportunity isn't about building something new. It's about recognizing what an existing business could become.
A Tropical Mini-Hotel With Renovation Potential
Tucked behind the restaurant, a two-story mini-hotel adds another dimension to this unique commercial real estate opportunity in Tambor.
Featuring traditional Costa Rican character, natural wood details, tropical gardens, and a picturesque stream running alongside the setting, the property offers a charming tropical atmosphere.
The accommodations would benefit from renovations and improvements, giving a new owner the opportunity to refresh the spaces, introduce their own style, and explore the potential for an additional hospitality income stream.
Imagine creating a relaxed place where visitors can enjoy a meal, spend time at the bar, and stay while exploring the surrounding beaches and attractions of the Southern Nicoya Peninsula.
For buyers interested in hospitality investment properties in Costa Rica, the combination of restaurant, bar, and accommodations offers several possibilities within one property.
A Convenient Tambor Location on Costa Rica's Southern Nicoya Peninsula
Location is an important consideration for any hospitality business, and this property benefits from its position along a main road in Tambor, Costa Rica.
The restaurant enjoys convenient access for residents, passing motorists, and visitors exploring the region.
Nearby destinations include:
Playa Tambor: Just a short distance away
Cóbano: Approximately 30 minutes
Tambor Airport: Approximately 20 minutes
Paquera Ferry: Approximately 40 minutes
Tambor is a welcoming coastal community surrounded by beautiful beaches, tropical landscapes, and the natural attractions that make the Nicoya Peninsula such a desirable destination.
The surrounding region includes established residential communities, vacation properties, and tourism-related businesses, creating opportunities to serve both local customers and visitors.
With continued interest in tourism, residential development, and potential future marina development in the Tambor area, this is a location worth considering for entrepreneurs looking to establish or expand a business in Costa Rica.
Multiple Business Opportunities in One Commercial Property
What makes this property particularly interesting is the flexibility it offers.
Rather than purchasing a restaurant alone, a buyer has the opportunity to explore several complementary hospitality concepts within one location.
The existing pizzeria provides an established business identity, while the restaurant's generous dining space offers possibilities for events and group bookings.
The bar could be further developed as a sports and entertainment destination, and the mini-hotel offers potential for future accommodation revenue following improvements.
A new owner could choose to maintain the existing business model, introduce new concepts, or gradually develop the property into a more comprehensive hospitality destination.
The possibilities will depend on the buyer's vision, investment, and business strategy.
Commercial Property for Sale in Tambor, Costa Rica – $486,000
Asking Price: US$486,000
For buyers searching for a restaurant for sale in Costa Rica, a pizzeria business opportunity, or a commercial property with hospitality potential, this Tambor offering deserves a closer look.
The property combines:
Approximately 2,000 m² of land
An established local pizzeria and restaurant
A dedicated pizza oven
A spacious dining and event area
An equipped commercial kitchen
An existing bar with entertainment potential
A two-story mini-hotel with renovation opportunities
Tropical gardens and a natural stream setting
Convenient main-road access in Tambor
Opportunities to develop multiple complementary business activities
The seller is motivated and has priced the property to encourage serious interest.
Whether your dream is to own a restaurant in Costa Rica, create a lively local gathering place, or develop a distinctive hospitality business, this property offers a starting point with plenty of possibilities.
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Make This Tambor Restaurant and Hospitality Property Your Own
You already know the pizza. Now imagine owning the whole experience.
With an established local presence, a convenient location, and several possibilities for future development, this is an opportunity for a buyer with entrepreneurial vision.
Bring your ideas, explore the possibilities, and arrange a private viewing to discover what this property could become.
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Property represented by: Andy Maffey
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