I had the corn pudding and my companion had a piece of lemon pie. We both had great coffee. We were with a group and everyone enjoyed what they had except a few were not excited by the cheese empanadas (which they indicated were fried and not very tasty).

Located just a 1-minute walk outside the preserve, Cafeteria Colibri attracts both hummingbirds and tourists with the many feeder that are hung around the cafeteria’s exterior. It also provides a nice spot for a drink and a snack before leaving the preserve.

TIP: Don’t try to photograph the hummingbirds at the feeders, they move too quickly. Look instead for the hummingbirds who are sitting in the trees surrounding the feeders and waiting for their turn. They too do not sit long, but you’ll have a better chance of getting a good picture.

Two porches with multiple feeders offer a great place to relax and gawk at gorgeous hummingbirds feeding and whizzing by. You sit so close to them that you can hear their wings buzz. And coatimundi (raccoon like creatures) come to visit too. Oh, and there’s coffee, hot chocolate and smoothies. Buy to patronize so that you can enjoy these beautiful animals up close. My pineapple smoothie was good and the hot drinks come with a cookie.

We enjoyed our visits here while we stayed at the Monteverde Biological Reserve for seven nights. We only tried the coffee and snacks, corn pudding, bread pudding, etc..., but they were delicious!

The hummingbirds were astonishing! Wow. So many types. Counted about 25 different ones. The staff were rude and curt however. The gift shop is WAY OVERPRICED. Actually cheaper at the Reserve. Only got a cup of coffee as staff so abrasive. Still....those hummingbirds was well worth the walk up the hill.