The Common Cup is a small specialist cafe on the road through Santa Elena, focused on Costa Rican single-origin coffees from farms across the Tilarán mountains. Espresso, pour-overs, and cold brew are all done properly, and there are good house-made pastries to go with them.
The owners are happy to explain origins, processing methods and roast profiles, which is a refreshing change after the standard "Costa Rican blend" served at most tourist spots. Free Wi-Fi makes it a popular morning workspace before walks.