Finest in Eclectic Latin American Dining

About Us

Enjoy the finest in eclectic Latin American dining in this lively tropical Latin bistro setting. Azucar boasts big, bold, spicy flavors and an untapped wealth of culinary diversity from Central and South America, Cuba, Puerto Rico and the Spanish Caribbean, as well as European and Asian cuisines.

Whether you are indulging in a classic Margarita or one of the signature Infusion Mojitos at the bar, or dining on creatively prepared grilled meats, fresh fish or pastas, this is the perfect beginning or end to your evening.

Located in the heart of downtown San Jose, Azúcar is just a short walk to local theatres, hotels, the Convention Center, and the HP Pavilion.

Lunch: Mon-Fri, 11-3;  Late night dining: Mon-Sat, 5-11pm.

Live Music every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday Nights from 7-11pm.

We also provide mobile beverage service , "we bring the bar to you"
We cater corporate events, private parties, banquets and more.

(source: wikipedia) Mojito is a traditional Cuban highball. The mojito is one of the more famous rum-based highballs in the world. There are several different versions of the mojito.

A mojito is traditionally made of five ingredients: white rum, sugar (traditionally sugar cane juice), lime, carbonated water, and mint. Its combination of sweetness, refreshing citrus and mint flavors are intended to mask the potent kick of the rum, and have made this clear highball a popular summer drink.

When preparing a mojito, lime juice is added to sugar (or syrup) and mint leaves. The mixture is then gently mashed with a muddler. The mint leaves should only be bruised to release the essential oils and must not be shredded. Then rum is added and the mixture is briefly stirred to dissolve the sugar and to lift the mint sprigs up from the bottom for better presentation. Finally, the drink is topped with ice cubes and sparkling water, and mint leaves and lime wedges are used to garnish the glass.