What Casado is
Set plate of rice, beans, plantain, salad and a protein.
Casado is listed as a dish in the Costa Rica guide, where the index tags it familiar flavours and rice-based. Treat those labels as a menu translation rather than the full picture. Portion size, garnish and cooking method change from one counter to the next, and so does the price.
Where to find Casado
Casado is listed as nationwide rather than tied to one city, so it is a safe thing to look for wherever you land in Costa Rica. Markets and casual counters are the best value; the sit-down restaurant version is usually larger and more expensive.
The Costa Rica guide also covers 6 dishes and 2 bakery items; open the country page for the full menu and the other places in the index.
What it costs
Casado sits in the mid-range band, which we define as roughly US$8–20. Across the 8 food entries we track for Costa Rica, 4 are budget, 4 are mid-range and 0 are premium.
| Band | Typical range | Items | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | usually under US$8 | 4 | Gallo pinto, Picadillo de chayote, Ensalada de palmito |
| Mid-range | roughly US$8–20 | 4 | Casado, Olla de carne, Chifrijo |
| Premium | usually US$20 and up | 0 | — |
Within this list, Casado is one of 6 dish entries and 4 mid-range items; 2 items share the familiar flavours tag.
Dietary notes
- No dietary flags in our data: the index does not mark this item vegetarian, halal, pork, seafood or alcohol, so ask the kitchen about ingredients.
How to order it
- Rice is the base of the plate. Ask whether it is included or charged separately, and whether refills are free.
- Flavours are approachable rather than challenging, which makes this a safe first order if the menu is unfamiliar.
- Ask for the price before ordering, especially where the menu lists market price or sells by weight.
Pair it with
These are the Costa Rica items that make most sense alongside Casado, either as a second course or as the drink that finishes the meal.
Closest matches on the menu
These Costa Rica items share the most tags with Casado, so they are the most useful comparisons for flavour, price and preparation.
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Casado: common questions
What is Casado?
Set plate of rice, beans, plantain, salad and a protein. It is listed in the TasteBridge Costa Rica guide as a dish.
How much does Casado cost in Costa Rica?
Expect the mid-range band: roughly US$8–20. Prices move with the city and the venue, so treat this as a planning figure rather than a fixed menu price.
Is Casado vegetarian?
Casado is not tagged vegetarian in our data. Ask before ordering if you avoid meat, fish or animal fats; the recipe can vary by kitchen.
Where can I try Casado?
Our index lists it across Costa Rica, so it is not tied to one address. Ask locally which version is served at breakfast, lunch or late evening, because the same name can cover different presentations.
Indexed as dish for Costa Rica. Price bands are planning estimates, not live menu prices. Last reviewed 2026-11-06.