Cool Running - Puerto Limon

This is a locally owned restaurant on the highway near Playa Westfalia. When staying at the Hotel Playa Westfalia, this is the only restaurant you can eat at for dinner, as the hotel restaurant closes at 5pm. Walk 200m south of the hotel along the Highway, and you will see the entrance on the east side, towards the ocean. Both times we showed up here the music was loud, there is a large sitting area, and a bar. There was only one cook/ server/ owner and the first day we showed up there was a large family there, so our service was quite slow. But the food was great! He serves/ cooks typical Caribbean food- rice, beans, chicken, some fish. The second time we went, there was no one else there so the service was fast, but the food was not good, even though we ordered the same as the previous night. Unfortunately this place seems to be hit and miss, but it's the only place to eat while staying at the nearby Hotel Playa Westfalia.

My partner and I strolled to this unique restaurant from our hotel. It was a delightful surprise; despite being in our 50s and 60s, it brought back fond memories of Bob Marley and other reggae music. The music was a bit loud, but the food and service were excellent. They prepared a delicious vegetarian meal for us. Perry, the Rasta owner from Jamaica, went out of his way to ensure we felt welcome and comfortable. We truly enjoyed our experience. Thank you, Perry.

We can't wait to come back to Cool Runnings Restaurant. Perry is a fantastic guy and a talented chef! The staff is so friendly and accommodating, whether you want to sit at a table, grab a drink at the bar, or have your food and drinks brought to a table near the ocean. It's a perfect spot for families with kids during the day. Thanks for making us feel like part of the family!

We had a great experience at this restaurant. After seeing the sign, we decided to stop in and enjoy a delicious lunch. Later, we relaxed on the beach and played catch with a coconut in the clear water. The atmosphere was calm, relaxed, and had a welcoming feel, making it one of the best days we've had on this coast.

The steak fajitas were delicious! The prices were very reasonable.