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    Costiera

    4.6 (108 reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Dakota M.

    This review is really late but I went for my birthday with three other people. The service was amazing, and the staff made us feel welcome and right at home. We were given great recommendations for food and drinks. The restaurant is dim but not too dark. It's not that big so I would definitely recommend making reservations.

    Ricotta donuts
    Mariyah E.

    Came here for Baltimore Restaurant Week and this place did not disappoint. [[HIGHLIGHT]]What a cute, quaint and cozy space.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Loved the attentive service. I got to try dishes that I wouldn't normally try on a regular and now I'm a huge fan! Can't wait to visit again. And the ricotta doughnuts are a must! ;)

    Focaccia with whipped ricotta
    Marla B.

    We had the crispy olives, scallop crudo, focaccia with whipped ricotta, and beef carpaccio as apps, which were all wonderful. For dinner we had squid ink bucatini, rigatoni and tagliatelle which were all very good. Just a little more salt for the pasta dishes. Everything was fantastic! Our server Dallas was wonderful!

    pastas
    Maura C.

    Came here with two friends before a comedy show and had a nice time! We were seated right away and the service was good. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I really liked the vibe of the place, lots of windows and natural light.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We split a few dishes, including the hamachi crudo, octopus, and two pastas. I found the seafood dishes to stand out more than the pastas. The pastas were good, but the seafood was great. I would return!

    Bolognese
    Buster W.

    All of the food here is so fresh and expertly prepared. I started with the olives and anchovies which were very good. The star dish of the night was the scallops crudo. It was one of the best dishes I have eaten all year. The steak tartare was excellent. Then I moved to the pasta and all of the pastas are made fresh in house. I got their version of Bolegnese. It was also really good. And I had a great bottle of Amorone and finished the night with a great Amaro. The service was great and knowledgeable.

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    June J.

    We made a late night reservation at Costiera, which was just a few steps away from our hotel. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They weren't busy on a late weekday night, which was great.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The server was very nice and I really enjoyed his help with all of our selections. The drinks were good! Great flavor profiles that matched the descriptions on the menu. The focaccia was very good! We had the simplest version with EVOO, rosemary and sea salt and it was perfect. A great complement for our pastas. For the entree, I had the corn and ricotta agnolotti. From the moment it reached the table, the aroma set the bar, and this dish did not disappoint. The mushrooms were paired perfectly with everything else in this dish and I finished every bite. My husband's Tagliatelle was equally as good. 5 STARS! We only tried a few items on the menu, but it was impressive. They weren't large plates, so we understand that we finished them without a problem. It was late, so we didn't have dessert. I would love to go back and try more dishes in the future!

    Absolutely STUNNING table scape.
    Abigail R.

    It's 3 days later and I have caught myself day dreaming about this meal multiple times. I cannot recommend this beautiful tapas joint enough. [[HIGHLIGHT]]To start: the restaurant itself?! Beautiful. It's so light and airy. I love all the plants, the exposed brick, the local artwork. The ceramics they've chosen I want to put in my purse and run away with. Everything is so thoughtfully chosen it's lovely.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We started our tapas journey with the focaccia with whipped ricotta. This was the lightest, fluffiest focaccia I've ever had. If I could make mine turn out this good I think I could take over the world. We paired that with the Tuna Crudo, which was also so delicious. Really well balanced. Nice and bright! The two of them paired together was delicious! The ~Star~ of my night though. Their grilled octopus. I was nervous that they wouldn't have it because I didn't reserve one in advance as they request but I was lucky!! And I'm so lucky because that was the best preparation of octopus I've had in my life. The tentacles were so tender they were borderline supple. The waitstaff was also just so kind. I wish I could remember our waiters name. My only complaint/ask is a better selection of NA options. They do serve Tortuga Kombucha, had 2 mocktail options, and 1 na beer. As someone who's mostly sober I'd love to see more diversity in that menu!

    Octopus appetizer
    Farah K.

    Costiera went beyond my expectations. I really wanted to do restaurant week even though the whole north eastern seaboard got slammed with the worst storm its seen in 10 years. With main roads and side streets finally cleared... I booked a RW dinner res at Costiera. There is a parking garage across the street for 5 dollars. We walked over (still icy ugh) but made it in and were seated. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Interior was very nicely done up with wicker basket light fixtures and a nice colorful mural above the host stand.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our server AJ took great care of us- they were funny, attentive and very friendly. For restaurant week the menu honestly was fantastic with many options for every person's palate and dietary preferences. I went with the octopus appetizer, squid ink bucatini with calamari, and a pound cake with lemon curd and mint whipped cream. Every single thing I had was delicious. The octopus was grilled perfectly and tender and the bean puree and potato paired nicely. The pasta was umami and not too tomatoey or acidic. My pound cake was tasty with the tanginess of the curd pairing well with the whipped cream. My boyfriend enjoyed his mushroom soup, his mushroom bolognese rigatoni( i tried this, I would absolutely order this next time)and a decadent chocolate tart. If you're reading this and they extended their restaurant week menu, go now and enjoy a fantastic meal.

    Bolo fries
    Xiwei P.

    **Flavorful food, colorful decor, friendly staff!! Oh my gosh, this is one of my new favorite restaurants in Baltimore! I love everything about this place. Starting from when you first enter, the space is cozy and inviting. The artwork on the walls is BEAUTIFUL and so colorful. The staff was friendly when greeting and throughout the service. My partner and I came on a Tuesday afternoon, so we tried some happy hour items. It wasn't too busy there. We got all 3 bruschetta and the bolo fries. Of the bruschetta, I loved the mushroom one the most. The tuna one was too fishy for my taste. And the prosciutto was good but not incredibly memorable. Now for the fries, man were they crispy! The ragu on top was very flavorful. This dish did lean too salty for us, but not a huge deal and was still overall well-done. We shared the main dish of squid ink bucatini. All I can say is WOW. The braised calamari was delectable and perfectly bite-sized. The bucatini tasted incredible and so fresh. And my favorite part--the mint incorporated in the dish! It made every few bites taste refreshing, perfect for our warm summer day. I wish I tried the spritzes (I heard the prickly pear one is popular), but I usually don't drink during the daytime. Maybe next time! Overall, such a nice experience and honestly, a good price too! I love pastas but I find many places in Baltimore to overprice them. This place feels fair. Costiera, please continue keeping the prices reasonable and I will be a forever regular! :)

    Raven T.

    I think Baltimore is oversaturated with Italian/Mediterranean restaurants so this place was not on my radar. But when my friends and I saw it on the restaurant week line up we decided that was a good a time as any to try it out. The space is interesting. I never went Clark Burger or whatever it was before that so I'm not sure if they changed anything. It definitely gives fast casual vibes with raised seating section. It's cozy. I got the octopus for an app, the bolognese, and ricotta donuts. Everything was really delicious! The octopus was perfectly seasoned and cooked. I would have liked a heartier meat sauce but the pasta was fresh and expertly prepared. The most pleasant surprise of the evening were the donuts. I don't really have a sweet tooth, so these were just the right amount of sweet. Contrary to their appearance they were light, delicate, and fluffy. I'd come back just for dessert and a spritz. Looking forward to dropping in again for happy hour.

    Focatta and whipped fetta
    John L.

    Delicious meal! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Small place but not crammed, great for a date night or just a high quality meal.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We had focaccia with whipped feta, kale and celery Caesar, and octopus for apps/tapas followed by the Squid Ink Bucatini and Wild Boar Agnolatti with the Chocolate dessert and an espresso. Everything tasted fresh and hand made, and was delicious. I am from out of town but wish I could go back again and again to try the whole menu! Service was prompt, knowledgeable, and made great recommendations! Reservations were made easily the day before. I'd highly recommend this restaurant if you find yourself in Little Italy or just Baltimore at all! Worth an hour drive!

    CRISPY CASTELVETRANO OLIVES
    Althea L.

    What an incredible find in Baltimore! From the creative blend of global culinary influences to the vibrant energy that comes through in the menu, website, and social media, this place feels like it's on track for a Michelin star very soon. The food was absolutely outstanding--every single dish impressed us. We started with: Crispy Castelvetrano Olives - Such a clever idea. The lemon parsley aioli really stole the show here--bright and flavorful. House-Made Focaccia with Whipped Caputo Bros. Ricotta (+$6) - I'm not usually a bread person, but this was insanely good. The whipped ricotta was creamy, airy, and packed with flavor. Marinated Dayboat Sea Scallops - The lemongrass vinaigrette and basil brought out the natural sweetness of the fresh scallops beautifully. It's a light, refreshing starter. For mains, we had: Grilled Spanish Rock Octopus - Loved the creative pairing with hummus. The octopus was cooked perfectly, though there was a bit too much hummus without anything to pair it with. Squid Ink Bucatini - The mint added a bright note, and the subtle kick of spice made each bite more exciting. Complex, balanced, and memorable. Rigatoni - Still can't get over how something so simple could be so unbelievably delicious. I also tried their draft Prosecco on our waitress's recommendation--it was my first time having Prosecco on draft, and it was so fresh and crisp. A fun surprise that added to the whole experience. If this restaurant were in Manhattan, we'd be regulars for sure.

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    Josh J.

    I really liked this place! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Nice quaint space with good food.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service was nice too but yeah [[HIGHLIGHT]]the ambiance was fresh and clean.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Would come back again if in Baltimore.

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