Pura Vida Costarican Restaurant - Stockwell Park delivery from Bowes Park/ Alexandra Palace

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Chicken Rice - Arroz Con Pollo
£20.80
Shrimp Fried Rice
£23.00
Vegetarian Gallo Pinto
£13.00

Starters

La Malcriada Tica
A crispy golden empanada stuffed with shredded beef, creamy cheese, and your choice of mashed beans or beans with cheese. Topped with fresh cabbage salad and a mayo-ketchup drizzle for a delicious Costa Rican treat.************************************************************************************************Empanada crujiente y dorada rellena de carne desmechada, queso cremoso, y tu elección de frijoles molidos o con queso. Cubierta con ensalada de repollo fresco y un toque de mayonesa con sal
£9.10
Taco Tico
Two crispy fried tortillas filled with succulent shredded beef, topped with fresh cabbage, mayonnaise, and tangy ketchup. A tasty and simple Costa Rican favourite, perfect for a satisfying snack or meal.******************************************Dos tortillas crujientes rellenas de carne desmechada, cubiertas con repollo fresco, mayonesa y salsa de tomate. Un delicioso y simple favorito costarricense, ideal para un snack o comida satisfactoria.
£9.10
Chalupa Tica
Enjoy a crispy corn tortilla loaded with blended beans, mozarella cheese,shredded beef, fresh pico de gallo(tomato salad, and a mix of creamy mayonnaise and ketchup. A delightful Costa Rican snack with bold flavors and a crunchy texture.************Disfruta de una tortilla de maíz crujiente cargada con frijoles molidos, queso mozarella, carne desmechada, pico de gallo fresco y una mezcla cremosa de mayonesa y ketchup. Un delicioso snack costarricense con sabores intensos y textura crujiente.
£10.40
Gallitos Ticos
Gallitos TicosThree mini Costa Rican-style “gallitos” served in soft, hand-pressed corn tortillas: one filled with potato stew, one with shredded chicken, and one with slow-cooked shredded beef. A colourful and flavourful taste of Costa Rica in every bite.
£15.60
Nachos
Loaded NachosCrispy tortilla chips topped with blended beans, fresh pico de gallo, shredded beef, creamy guacamole, sour cream, and a rich cheesy sauce — a flavour-packed snack perfect for sharing.
£12.35
Pork Belly- Chicharron
Crispy Pork BellySucculent, tender pork belly with a perfectly crispy, golden crackling, slow-roasted to lock in flavour and juiciness. Served with a rich, savoury glaze or sauce, each bite offers a melt-in-the-mouth texture and deep, satisfying flavour that’s both comforting and indulgent.
£6.50
Patacon Jumpo
A crispy fried green plantain topped with shredded beef, blended beans, fresh pico de gallo, creamy sour cream, and a rich cheese sauce. A perfect taste of Costa Rican flavour!*********************************************************************************Delicioso plátano verde frito, acompañado de frijoles molidos, carne desmechada, fresco pico de gallo, cremosa natilla y una rica salsa de queso. ¡Un bocado lleno de sabor costarricense!
£5.85

Breakfast - Desayuno (always available)

Tortilla De Queso
Tortilla, round, flat bread made of white cornmeal, wheat flour and cheese. Tortilla de maiz con queso mozzarella.
£6.50
Vegetarian Gallo Pinto
Vegetarian Costa Rican Gallo PintoA vibrant Costa Rican classic, gallo pinto combines fragrant rice and black beans cooked with onions, red peppers, and fresh coriander. Served with ripe plantain, creamy sour cream, fresh avocado, and a perfectly fried egg, this wholesome, meat-free version is just as hearty and flavourful, offering an authentic taste of Costa Rica in every bite.
£13.00
Tortilla Casera
Tortilla, round, flat bread made of white cornmeal, wheat flour and cheese. Hechas de maiz.
£3.25
Organic Avena and Porridge
(Milk (normal, oat or almond), chia, cinnamon and raisins). (Leche normal, de almendras o avena) , chia,canela y pasas.
£6.00
Tamal Tico
Tamal de CerdoA traditional Costa Rican dish! Savoury pork wrapped in corn dough, seasoned with fresh herbs and spices, and then wrapped in a banana leaf for extra flavour. Perfectly steamed for a rich, comforting meal.**************************Tamal de Cerdo¡Un plato tradicional costarricense! Cerdo sabroso envuelto en masa de maíz, sazonado con hierbas y especias frescas, y luego envuelto en hoja de plátano para un sabor extra. Cocido al vapor para una comida reconfortante y rica en sabor.
£15.50
Empanada
Blended beans, chicken, shredded beef, cheese or blended beans with cheese Frijoles molidos, pollo, carne desmechada, queso o frijoles molidos con queso.
£5.85
Cassava Patty - Enyucado
Fried cassava croquette with mince or cheese Carne molida o queso.
£5.20
Fried Plantain - Platano Maduro
Covered with mozzarella cheese. Cubierto con queso mozzarella.
£7.80
Huevos Rancheros Con Tortilla
Homemade tomate sauce, jalapeño, chicken or pork mortadella with homemade tortilla. Salsa de tomate casera, Chile jalepeño, mortadela y con una tortilla palmeada.
£10.40
Gallo Pinto De La Casa with Mortadella
Mixture of rice, beans, riped plaintain, egg, avocado served with mortadela or beef stew Arroz y frijoles, platano Maduro, huevo, aguacate acompañado de mortadela o carne en salsa.
£15.60
Gallo Pinto with Beef Stew
Costa Rican Gallo PintoA traditional Costa Rican breakfast or brunch favourite, gallo pinto features fragrant rice and black beans cooked with onions, red peppers, and fresh coriander. Served with ripe plantain, creamy sour cream, fresh avocado, and a perfectly fried egg, this colourful and hearty dish delivers an authentic taste of Costa Rica in every bite.
£17.55

Lunch - Almuerzos

Shrimp Fried Rice
Costa Rican Shrimp Fried RiceGolden, fragrant rice tossed with tender, succulent shrimp, crisp colourful vegetables, and a hint of garlic and traditional Costa Rican spices — a vibrant, aromatic dish bursting with flavour in every bite. Served with a refreshing cabbage salad and two crunchy patacones for a complete Costa Rican experience.
£23.00
Beef Soup - Olla De Carne
Beef, cassava, green plantain, potato, sweet potato and a mixture of seasonings. Carne de res,yuca, papa, platano verde, camote, y condimentos mixtos.
£17.55
Chicken Soup - Sopa De Pollo
Chicken, potato, fried egg, spaghetti, green plantain and cassava. Pollo, papa, huevo, spaguetti, platano verde y yuca.
£13.00
Casado
Beef in tomato sauce, chicken in tomato, pork chop with onion, beef steak with onions or fish fillet with breadcrumbs. Seasoned beans, rice, fried eggs, random hash, salad, avocado, riped plaintain Con carne en salsa de tomate, pollo en salsa de tomate, chuleta de cerdo encebollada, bistec de res encebollado o fillet de pescado empanisado. Frijoles arreglados, arroz, huevo frito, picadillo, ensalada, aguacate y platano Maduro.
£26.00
Chifrijo
Red kidney beans with fried pork belly and salad with avocado Frijoles rojos con carne de cerdo, arroz blanco, platano maduro, pico de gallo, aguacate y chicharron con chicharron con arroz blanco, platano maduro y ensalada con aguacate.
£20.80
Tablita Tica
Tablita TicaA vibrant Costa Rican sharing platter served on a banana leaf, bursting with flavours and textures: creamy blended beans, zesty guacamole, fresh pico de gallo, crispy chicken wings, succulent pork belly, golden fried cassava, sweet ripe plantain, crunchy patacones, and smoky chorizo. Perfect for tasting a little bit of everything — enough for 3 to 4 people.
£45.50
Maduro Maton
Maduro MatónGolden-fried sweet plantains stuffed with creamy guacamole, smooth blended beans, tender shredded beef, and a drizzle of sour cream — a perfect harmony of sweet, savoury, and indulgent flavours.
£19.50

Special Menu

Chicken Rice - Arroz Con Pollo
Tender chicken with rice, onion, celery, sweet pepper, garlic, and oregano, accompanied by a fresh salad and crispy French fries.
£20.80
Large Ceviche
Costa Rican CevicheTender fish chunks marinated in zesty lime juice with red bell pepper, fresh onion, coriander, and a touch of salt — a refreshing, tangy, and flavour-packed classic Costa Rican dish.
£18.20
Small Ceviche
Costa Rican CevicheTender fish chunks marinated in zesty lime juice with red bell pepper, fresh onion, coriander, and a touch of salt — a refreshing, tangy, and flavour-packed classic Costa Rican dish.
£12.35
Seafood Soup - Sopa De Marisco
A rich and comforting seafood soup, combining fresh seafood with coconut milk and cow’s milk, served alongside steamed rice.
£22.10

Extras - Sides

Fried Green Plantain - Patacones
Three golden, crispy fried plantain slices with a soft, tender centre — perfectly crunchy, lightly salted, and bursting with flavour.
£4.55
White Rice - Arroz Blanco
£4.80
Smashed Bean - Frijoles Molidos
£4.55
Beef in Sauce - Carne en Salsa
Tender beef simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce with onions, peppers, and traditional Costa Rican spices. A hearty, flavourful dish often enjoyed with rice and tortillas.
£6.50
Ripped Plantain - Platano Maduro
Two golden-fried plantain slices topped with melted mozzarella cheese, creating a perfect balance of sweet and savory.
£7.80
Guacamole
A creamy blend of ripe avocados, fresh tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and lime — prepared the traditional Costa Rican way for a bright, refreshing flavour.
£5.85
Fried Cassava - Yuca Frita
6 pieces Golden, crispy cassava sticks served hot, with a light, fluffy interior — a crunchy and satisfying snack or side.
£6.50
Mixed Cabbage Salad - Ensalada Mixta
Crisp shredded cabbage tossed with a vibrant Costa Rican pico de gallo of fresh tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and lime. Light, refreshing, and full of zesty flavour.
£4.85
Pico De Gallo
A fresh mix of ripe tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and lime, prepared in the traditional Costa Rican style for a vibrant, zesty flavour.
£4.55

Milkshake - Batidos

Little Orange Milkshake - Lulo, Naranjilla
454 ml.
£7.80
Passion Fruit Milkshake - Maracuya
454 ml.
£7.80
Mango Milkshake
454 ml.
£7.80
Blackberry Milkshake - Mora
454 ml.
£7.80
Guanabana Milkshake
454 ml.
£7.80
Papaya Milkshake
454 ml.
£7.80
Avocado Milkshake - Aguacate
454 ml.
£7.80
Banana Milkshake - Banano
454 ml.
£7.80

Cold Drinks - Bebidas

Spring Water
354 ml.
£3.90
Guanabana
354 ml.
£6.50
Mango Drink
354 ml.
£6.50
Fruit Punch - Costa Rican Ponche De Fruta
354 ml.
£8.50
Agua De Sapo
354 ml. Made out sugar cane and lemon.
£6.50
Little Orange Drink - Lulo, Naranjilla
354 ml.
£6.50
Soft Drink
354 ml.
£3.90
Passion Fruit Drink - Maracuya
354 ml.
£6.50
Tamarindo
354 ml.
£6.50
Blackberry Drink - Mora
354 ml.
£6.50

Desserts

Costa Rican Homemade Desserts Sweet treats made from scratch using traditional recipes — warm, comforting, and full of authentic flavour.

Tres Leches
Three Milk CakeA light, spongy cake soaked in a rich blend of three milks, topped with a cloud of whipped cream — a creamy, indulgent dessert that melts in your mouth.
£7.80
Corn Cake
Sweet Corn CakeA moist, tender cake made with fresh sweet corn, lightly sweetened and bursting with natural corn flavour — a comforting, homely dessert with a hint of sweetness.
£6.50
Bread Pudding
Costa Rican Bread PuddingA warm, comforting dessert made with soft bread, milk, eggs, and a touch of cinnamon and sugar — rich, indulgent, and full of traditional Costa Rican flavours.
£6.50