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    Los Costenos

    4.5 (45 reviews)
    Closed • 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
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    Albert T.

    Los Costenos has been closed for the last couple of months for what looked to be renovations. It looks like they recently reopened and unfortunately the menu has been completely revamped. It's more standard Mexican restaurant fare now, with burritos, quesadillas, tacos, and nachos. Most importantly - the Caribbean sandwiches have been removed! Just updating my review to let everyone know that the best Caribbean Roast Pork Sandwiches in Seattle are no more. They were my favorite, at least!

    Janet N.

    Nestled in Uwajimaya is this amazing Mexican stand that you do not want to miss! The chicken nachos are delicious! The chicken is really the star of the show. It's nicely marinated and the mix of cheese, jalapeños sour cream and salsa was perfection on each bite. I was very impressed! I was on a stroll for the CID food walk and dare I say this was my favorite of the day! Definitely will be back for some game day noms!

    Pork Shoulder Sandwich
    Generous Y.

    Los Costenos is a hidden gem that is a strong contender for best Caribbean sandwich in the Seattle area. I believe it's better than Paseo, but slightly under Un Bien or Bongos. However, Los Costenos is cheaper, has validated parking, and rests near other options for picky eater friends, dessert, or drinks. In that regard, the overall experience here is better. A hard toss up for sure though, I'd recommend all of them! Service here is phenomenal. I ordered two pork shoulder sandwiches. I wanted another one to go but they ran out of bread. That's a lesson to come early. There was meat and I could have got a wrap, but they couldn't recommend it. In case you're curious or are hoping for low carb, it may be worth asking about substitutions because it seems like they're flexible. However, I'd highly recommend the sandwiches above all else. Pork Shoulder Sandwich - the bread was delicious and toasted to perfection. On top was a generous serving of tender, juicy, slow cooked pork with flavorful caramelized onions, garlic aioli, and jalapenos. All of these elements were rich in flavor, pairing perfectly. To top it all off, a clean piece of lettuce cleansed the palette and cut some oil. I struggled to bite the sandwich which says a lot about the size and amount of content.

    Side Rice and Seafood - $10.   Super cheap and delicious.  Has a bit of a spicy kick.
    Joe H.

    I think this is my 4th or 5th updated review of this place. I have been coming here since their very very beginning and yes, they are still awesome and their prices still are the most affordable amongst all the food options here, especially for the portions you get. Service is always nice and fast. Their prices went up on a couple of items but honestly I always wondered how they were able to sell so low anyway. Especially their Nachos (it used to be $8.50 and now it's $9.50 - still pre-pandemic level price). Their Garlic Shrimp Sandwich is amazing! Highly recommended if you're in the area.

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    King R.

    I accidentally stumbled upon Los Costenos while heading to the market in search of a small snack during my commute. Los Costenos was the first vendor located at the intersection of S Weller Street and 5th Ave S. After briefly reviewing the menu, I was particularly interested in the tofu options, including the sandwich, fajita wrap, and plate. I decided to go with the wrap. Overall, the wrap was above average. The tofu was fine, but it needed more marinade or seasoning, and the veggies were flavorful. I would rate it a 3.4 out of 5 overall, but it wasn't bad. The price was in line with the cost of living in Seattle, at $11. However, it was pretty massive in size, so it may have been a steal. Since there was only one vendor, the preparation and wait times combined were about 10 to 15 minutes. Overall, it wasn't a terrible experience, and I would consider having it again..

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    Cin-Yee S.

    Amazing! Even better than Un Bien (let alone Paseo, which I have left alone for years). Hidden in the end corner of the Uwajimaya food court. Order the pork shoulder supreme ($11) - best deal in the city! Then a seafood in red sauce over rice and a huli huli chicken plate to enjoy later. I'm thinking about getting another sandwich tomorrow. Just go now.

    Inside
    Skye P.

    Located inside of Uwajimaya, first booth on the left when you enter the food court from the 5th & Weller entrance! Across from Jardín Tea. No "restaurant seating" bc it's a food court, but food court seating is first come first serve - lots of lil tables, bigger groups id recommend planning to find somewhere to eat outside - plenty of benches and cute spots by the fountain on 5th. Decent prices for the area and a fun mix up if you get Asian cuisine a lot in the area. Caribbean spot with Latin influence for sure. Sandwiches are messy, but fresh, hot, and flavorful as it gets!!! Grab extra napkins or prepare to wipe your hands on your pet or loved ones, dealers choice. Super fast, easy to carry, def going back!

    Pork shoulder supreme sandwich
    Stephanie T.

    Los Costeños is located in the Uwajimaya food court. The pork shoulder sandwich was delicious and very flavorful. The sandwich comprises of pork shoulder, garlic aioli, jalapenos, cilantro, onions, sliced of ham, and Swiss cheese. The portion was a good size to share between two people. It also didn't take very long for our order to be ready. The food court has a good amount of tables and chairs. It is a great spot for lunch if you're looking for great food.

    Nachos w/ Pork
    Jacques I.

    Yeah, dawg, this is an awesome spot in the Uwajimaya food court in the Chinatown-International District neighborhood. After reading reviews from Yelpers I trust (Connie A. and Bryan K.!), I had to check out this casual eatery that's reminiscent of Un Bien and Paseo. But I think this place is better. As mentioned, this is a food vendor in the food court of Uwajimaya, so with that said, it's a stand. Seating can be found in the center of the food court, or just get takeout like many of the patrons do here. I visited Los Costenos on a weekday around lunch time and the place was swarming. There was a wait for the food, which is always a good sign since everything was prepared when ordered. Similar to the menus of Paseo and Un Bien, they have baguette sandwiches, bowls and a pulled pork that seems to be their specialty. I read wonderful words about the pork supreme sandwich, which I was tempted to get. However when I went up to the counter to order, I saw that they had a special for nachos for less than $10, with your choice of pork or chicken. Done deal! I ordered the nachos with pork. I ordered this entrée as takeout and it was hefty! When I opened the container, the nachos were STACKED with pork, sauce, beans, cheese, peppers and a crema drizzle. Tortilla chips were underneath the goodness. Therefore, I recommend eating these nachos ASAP as the tortilla chips smothered in the goods will soften, so the crunch factor may get lost. However, even with the softened tortilla chips, it was delicious! The pulled pork here is waaaayyyyy better than Paseo's, as it was tender and very flavorful. It was also a huge portion, so truly, this is an amazing deal! I'm glad to have discovered Los Costenos and would happily eat here again. Pork supreme next time!

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    Best burrito in Seattle! Wow super good and yummy. I have had a lot of burritos in Seattle before but this one has the best flavor. so good.

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    Wasn't open during posted hours. Was closed when it was supposed to be open. No signs explaining why. Walked quite a ways to get here.

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    Amazing food and service. The food is lipsmackingly good down to the last bite. I'm coming back!

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    I saw it for the first time and everything I ate was very tasty. I thank the cook for preparing such delicious food. thanks!

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    Listen, I'm vegetarian and can't enjoy all the bites on the menu -- and I can tell you right now,…read moreI'd wait outside in the rain to eat the veggie bites, drinks, and desserts they offer. Legitimately that good. I honestly came by Pancita from an Eater article and Instagram post and jokingly suggested it to my friend when we already had dinner/drink plans. We both collectively lost our minds and decided, it was DOUBLE DINNER night and made 8:15 pm resys at Pancita. I do highly recommend reservations by the way, esp on weekend nights. We thankfully found street parking just outside and were seated promptly. Truly loved how simple and charming the interior was. I'll be honest, we were dying from 1st dinner even though we only ate a few bites but being gluttons, we got the tomato salad (my favorite bite of the entire evening), my friend got the suadero tacos for herself, and I ordered the enfrijoladas (mushroom) with a side of tortillas -- I couldn't resist! Everything I tasted was delicious and I am honestly planning my next trip back ASAP. We, of course, couldn't resist dessert cause WHEN I TELL YOU THAT CORN CAKE HAS MY ENTIRE HEART. If the capslock wasn't apparent, the dessert was incredible, giantly sized, and lives rent free in my head 5ever. Do yourself a favor and go to Pancita; it is one of the rare spots that deserves every bit of the hype being sent its way.

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