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La Costanera

4.2 (797 reviews)
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Palta Rellena
John F.

Food was incredible. Would recommend getting small bites because they're BIG portions. If you're really hungry share three between two people but we got four between my wife and I and we are stuffed and have leftovers. We ate on the second level which had a really nice view of the ocean but the first level also looks nice and has outdoor seating. My only drawback is the service. Nothing wrong with it, but our server seemed really out of it. It just felt a little awkward but otherwise everything was awesome.

Génevieve T.

The atmosphere sitting outdoor was cozy because of the fire element which is why I gave it 2 star. The server, manager and food was unpleasant! I ordered the Loma Salado with meat rare and an egg on top, that's not what I got. The meat was well done, no egg and the sauce was sour. I was really surprised when it came right out in three minutes. They redid it for me, which was the right thing to do and I appreciated this. However, I had lost my appetite. The server said the manager was going to come out and talk to me. He came out, delivered my food with nothing to say and left. Then I gave my credit card to the server and told her that I'd like to pay for it, and if I can get it to go box - she had an off-putting unfriendly energy and her reaction expressed as if I was inconveniencing her, not welcoming and non-communicative. Moreover, the manager came back and handed me my receipt and credit card - still he did not say anything, but just placed it down on the table. I have never met a manager in my life who was taciturn, withdrawn and disconnected. It would be in his best interest to connect, communicate, stay consistent and problem solve when a customer has an issue. I limit my time in restaurants that does not provide a positive experience. I will not be returning to this business, simply for the reasons stated above, all need improvements. My dog did not even eat the steak and she loves steaks!

Cebiche Mixto, Cebiche Pescado, Cebiche Chino - Peruano, pinot noir
Denise H.

After a nice drive along the coast an a walk with the pup, we needed a little snack. So, in true form, we obviously it the ceviche sampler platter! It was perfect because I wanted to try all of them. In my eyes, any snack pairs well with a Pinot noir, so that was also obviously a perfect pairing. Even though I sat outside, the waitstaff made sure I was taken care of. I'll definitely be back to try more dishes!

Rocky V.

Had an awesome dinner at La Costanera! The views from the restaurant are amazing, and we thoroughly enjoyed our entire meal. To drink, we tried the Kiguapo and Chicha Morada mocktails and loved both. The Kiguapo was bright, tropical, and refreshing, while the Chicha Morada gave off total fall vibes with its warm hit of cinnamon. For appetizers, we ordered the Cebiche Mixto with yucca chips and it was delicious! We also got the Pulpo a la Parrilla, which was fantastic. The octopus was cooked perfectly and wasn't chewy at all. For our entrées, we went with the Peruvian Paella with squid ink and the Ají de Gallina. The paella was incredible, the squid ink added such a complex, deep flavor. The Ají de Gallina was the perfect balance of creamy and savory. For dessert, we had to get the churros, and they were the BOMB!

Dee L.

Food: ordered pescado a lo macho, great taste, comes with coconut rice. Service: great service Ambience: light music in the background, restroom is very messy.

Sweet card they had when we sat down.
Michelle D.

We celebrated our 12 year anniversary here the other weekend and had such a wonderful meal. The server was super friendly and attentive. They had a sweet card for us when we sat down. All of our food was just as superb (maybe even better) than I had remembered when we had dined at their old location past many years ago! Glad to see they have kept up the high caliber of food. The fish in the ceviche really stood out. We had asked for recommendations along the way and our server was super helpful with recommendations. I tried a unique drink that was on special and trusted her because she said it was good. It was the BEST! It had a unique purple color and she even described the unique ingredients that caused the color. She even brought champagne and dessert on the house at the end. We felt so lucky to be dining in such a beautiful spot that had views of the harbor too. Perfect evening! Thank you La Costanera and team!

Fumika T.

It's always good vibes at La costanera, except during my most recent visit we got served raw fish. On a Friday in early April we visited half moon bay to celebrate a couple milestones for my family. We ordered the lomo saltado, arroz chaufa, and pescado costanera and some mimosas. The arroz chaufa is excellent. For some reason they only refunded 1/3 of the dish after we clearly showed them part of the fish was still raw. It was literally cold/frozen to the bite. Why does refunding 1/3 of the dish make sense? Even if the logic is that we ate some of it, what we ate gave us a stomachache and could have been parasites at worst? I understand the restaurant didn't have many people during that time and the margins were slim on a Friday, but by the time it was getting late the tables started to fill up. Disappointed

Crab sandwich, yummy soft bread!
Teresa B.

Great food! Next time will need to try some of the Peruvian dishes. Patio with great views, beach access across the street, easy parking, view of the boat dock. There was a singer playing some sultry tunes in the afternoon. Great service too! The clam chowder is delicious! A little pricey but, that's to be expected for a tourist area in California.

Tequeños de Camarones
Brock P.

I am usually a fan of the Altamirano line of restaurants and have had wonderful experiences at his restaurant. I was under impressed with the service at this restaurant. The food is always good but the service was lacking. I had a reservation for 5pm and was sat it the back corner. There was much better seating with a view of the ocean ,but we were sat at a table with a view of the kitchen service entrance and wall of old globes. Our waiter came, asked us if we needed more time to look at the menu then disappeared for a lengthy time before coming back. We finally ordered and I walked to the bar to ask a question and no one was there it was kitchen lineup time. Bartender came back got my order and I returned to my table food apps came out didn't see waiter again for some time waiter brought drink and said other items would be out shortly. She disappeared again, food didn't come out she came back said food would be out a second time and then it was another wait. We finished entrees she finally came back and asked about dessert and I asked for the check immediately and I think she understood I wasn't really happy with her service. I wasn't, this was the worst service I've had at his restaurant collectively. I probably will not go back to this one again.

Ceviche Sampler
Divya K.

Perfect celebratory lunch spot to complete your half moon bay trip. The menu had so many options and everything we ordered was extremely fresh. I'd definitely reccommend trying the ceviche sampler - wasn't a huge fan of the chips we had to order on the side to scoop them but the fish was sooo good. It's also really filling. The palta rellena was a unique dish that was good too. Yucca fries made for a great side. I did find the tequeños de camarones to be just okay. We came at 4 PM on a Saturday and it was a beautiful day to sit outside. The ambiance makes you feel like you're on vacation. However, despite the restaurant being basically empty, the service was pretty lacking. It took our server a lot of time to clear out plates, bring our boxes, and get us the check. Usually I'm pretty patient but it felt that even after noticing that the first time we were left unattended the pattern continued.

Chorizo Empanada
Samantha H.

The restaurant is beautifully decorated, with high ceilings, nautical decor and beautiful views along the water. Staff are very friendly and attentive. I started with the honey moon bay which had chamomile infused gin and the pineapple and honey made it a bright, flavorful drink. My partner got the berry mocktail and he loved the fresh fruit and mint accents. We ordered multiple appetizers to share. We started with the ceviche pescado, it had a delicious lime bite and tasted fresh- they did charge us extra for chips, it was not included with the order. My other favorites were the shrimp tequenos and chorizo empanadas. The tequenos were perfectly crispy with amazing dipping sauces with a yummy shrimp and cheese inside. The empanada also had amazing flavors, and the dough consistency complimented the meat perfectly. I was not a huge fan of the Lagostinos, I didn't like the smoky sauce on top, but my partner loved it. Overall, it was a great experience and beautiful spot to watch the sunset and enjoy a great meal.

Marie F.

Had our reservation time moved due to Holiday but Absolutely loved our experience at La Costanera in Half Moon Bay! The oceanfront views alone make it worth the visit -- watching the sunset while enjoying amazing Peruvian cuisine was unforgettable. The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The ceviche was perfectly balanced with bright citrus and fresh seafood, and the lomo saltado was tender and packed with flavor. You can really taste the quality and authenticity in every dish. The cocktails were okay but the Arroz con Mariscos and Lomo Soltado was amazing. Service was warm, attentive, and knowledgeable without being overbearing. The staff made us feel welcomed from the moment we walked in. If you're looking for a special dinner spot with incredible views, delicious food, and great ambiance, this is it. Definitely one of the best dining experiences in Half Moon Bay!

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Mario D.

Great place, we went for lunch, had the ceviche and lomo saltado. Our shrimp was not fully cooked but our waiter replace it with no issue. The lomo saltado was delicious. It was tender and good flavor.

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Is the second floor dining room wheelchair accessible?

Hi Christopher, Yes, we have an elevator that makes our second floor dining room wheelchair… 

Does the Ocopa sauce have any chilis in it?

No, it doesn't have any chilies or spicy things, BUT IT IS VERY DELICIOUS 😋

Whats the average price range for dinner entree?

Expect to spend around $30+ for entrees, really depends on what you get though.

Are dogs allowed in the patio?

Yes, dogs are allowed in the patio.

Hi! I am interested in having my wedding reception in your restaurant. Could you please share a contact information so I can provide more details about it?. Thank yoi?

You should call the restaurant directly. 650.728.1600 I don't think they monitor this page. Congratulations- it's an amazing venue with out of this world food and cocktails!

Do you they have happy hour?

Hi Jin, thank you for your question. We do not have happy hour at the moment. Please visit lacostanerarestaurant.com or follow our Facebook page for more updates.

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We came here last Saturday for an early dinner. The weather was gorgeous and this place already had…read moreseveral customers inside, outside and at the bar. We made a reservation, but we came an hour early in the hopes that they would be able to seat us and they did. We were very thankful. We have a five-year-old and anyone that has little ones knows that sometimes dining out with them can be very challenging and that time really is "of the essence." We started with margaritas and empanadas. I had a cucumber margarita that was phenomenal. It wasn't super sweet and it really had that refreshing quality that cucumbers have. I also loved that they used Tajin on the rim as well. We started with the chicken empanadas and those were good. The inside wasn't very hot, but it wasn't raw either. The aji amarillo sauce it came with was excellent. We also ordered the veggie empanadas, which had mushrooms and Oaxaca cheese inside. This was served with the same sauce as the chicken empanadas. To our meat-loving surprise, we both preferred and loved the mushroom and cheese empanadas. I'm still thinking about those empanadas! Damn, now I want one. We ordered a side of fries for our kid because it's one of the few things he will always eat. Baby's daddy ordered the Saltado de Pollo which he really enjoyed and I ordered the Dorado en Salsa de Mariscos with a side of jasmine rice. My dish came served with clams, mussels, jumbo prawns, calamari rings, and pieces of mahi-mahi in a very rich and flavorful red sauce. The dish itself was beautiful. There were so many delightful pieces of seafood in it. The only problem with the dish was that it was really salty. Very easy fix. It just needed to be diluted a little bit more. I squeezed some lemons on top and ate it with the jasmine rice and it was still good. I bet this dish is excellent when made properly. I have to say that the french fries they serve here are so freaking delicious. Especially with the Aji Amarillo sauce! YUM! Our server, Carlos was wonderful. He was so helpful and kind. He really made our evening that much better. The support staff and the hostess that was working was also really nice. Thank you everyone for a really nice evening.

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