Best mariscos of all time. The environment is very family oriented And the service was amazing Yolanda was my waitress and her service was extraordinary. Very attentive and was on it at all times she knew the right times to ask if everything was okay. Highly recommend this place if you are feeling for some mariscos and a micheladas for the hangover. Definitely coming back. read more

Franny was amazing. She was prompt and attentive. The food was amazing. They celebrated 75th birthday and everything was to perfection. Will definitely be coming back soon. read more

You really can't go wrong with any Mariscos Costa Alegre location, and this visit was no exception. This was my first time at this location, and I really liked it. The restaurant is spacious, clean, and even has a separate bar area, which gives it a nice layout. Plenty of parking too. Actually, they got my order wrong, but honestly... I didn't even care. What they brought me was delicious, I was too hungry to wait, and way too tired to send it back. It wasn't what I was craving, but you really can't complain when you're handed a fresh Coctel De Camaron. Just like the other locations, the food was fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. The service was friendly and attentive, making for another great experience. Whether it's this location or another, Mariscos Costa Alegre continues to be a solid go-to spots for consistently good seafood. Oh and my husband's carne asada tacos were on point. I'll definitely be back. read more

Mariscos Costa Alegre - Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Gilroy, California

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Stopped in for dinner in a Thursday night early about 430 pm. Not busy at all. Nice quiet atmosphere compared to weekends. Staff seemed understaffed. Not enough help working and we were waiting forever to get Togo containers and the check as we had to drive 2 1/2 hours after to get home. I don't really like their tortilla chips. They taste bagged to me. We had the Guac again and it's good but the chips just don't work for me. I had the crispy shrimp tacos. Good. I added salsa for more flavor. The boys had a burger and tacos kids meal. And Amber order 3 different tacos. read more

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Good and service were amazing! In particular, the octopus was fantastic! Cooked perfectly it was very garlicky and yummy. We did not order the Mexican sushi, and as soon as we saw it delivered to the table next to us, we were jealous! The food looked fantastic. Waitress was very friendly and efficient. read more

Mariscos Costa Alegre - We are definitely trying this when we visit again. - Mexican Near Me - Gilroy, California

They got the food, service and music for a great meal. When you walk in, there's a bar to the left and tables to the right. Music and lights are everywhere. The servers are fast and friendly, and the food is great. I got the classic tacos and my wife got the shrimp cocktail and it was delicious. Prices are reasonable, so if you are hungry for authentic Mexican food, this is the place. read more

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Went out for lunch today and it turned out to be a great spot for drinks too. I sat at the bar and the service was excellent. The menu had a nice variety to pick from. I started with the fish ceviche, a little dry, but fresh, and the portion was generous. Then I tried the molcajete with shrimp and chicken, which was absolutely delicious. It's on the pricier side, but since it was my first time trying it, totally worth it. The ambiance was clean and festive , overall a fun spot I'd definitely recommend for a date night or a group outing. read more

Mariscos Costa Alegre - Mexican Near Me - Gilroy, California

Have been here twice now, both times during their soft opening. Both times were pretty busy, but we were seated immediately without a reservation. The restaurant provides what I believe is caldo de camarón and tostadas while you look through the menu and wait for your food. It is pretty good. I tried their aguachile verde both times. I really enjoyed it the first time, but didn't like it as much the second time, unfortunately. We also tried their camarones and pulpo al mojo ajo. Everything was delicious! We really enjoyed their rice and side pasta salad. It is located in an area with plenty of parking and they have a huge selection. Something for everyone! read more

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Came in for a quick drink before closing time. Raul at the bar took care of us with some great mixed drinks and a complimentary consomé-tostada bar snack. The drinks were awesome and the broth was delicious. We will definitely be returning to eat and have another drink here soon. read more

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Mariscos Costa Alegre is always a great choice when deciding where to eat. All their locations are pretty consistent with menu, food prep and presentation, and drinks. The only difference I found was that the Gilroy location has an actual bar with seating. Friday night date night and this was at the top of the list as we have been wanting to try this new location since it opened. Driving up and we knew there was going to be a wait as we saw a crowd of people waiting outside. Walked in and we're quoted a 15 minute wait for a table for two. Walked over to the bar which is open seating and decided to sit at the bar to avoid the wait. Set at the bar, looked over the menu and ordered some drinks, an appetizer and some entrées. DRINKS EL MALIBU $15.00 Blended mango, chamoy, malibu rum, curaco. Drink consisted of puréed mango at the top and Malibu, rum and caraco at the base with Chamoy and Taheen at the rim. This drink was very pretty with a nice presentation. However, once you mixed it, it looked like mud, lol. This drink was fruity refreshing and just the right amount of liquor. I would have this again. COSTA ALEGRE $15.00 Coconut Rum, Midori Liqueur, Lamon Juice, House Syrup. This drink was very refreshing didn't get so much of the coconut taste however it did taste very good and it wasn't too heavy on the liquor. It was so good that we ordered two. I would order this one again. CIELITO TROPICAL $15.00 Tequlla, Pama Liquour, Lemon Juice, Orange Juice. This drink was heavy on the liquor, not quite my taste. However, the hubby did like it. APPETIZERS Costa Alegre Shrimp Ordered some appetizer shrimp which came in a red sauce that was very spicy. The sauce had very good flavor and it complimented the shrimp very well. I couldn't get enough of them. They were so good and I loved that they were peel and I didn't have to peel them and have all the red sauce on my fingers, lol. Not sure if this is the name but I think they were the Costa Alegre shrimp. FOOD FILETE DE PESCADO $19.00 Grilled bass filet with a side of rice, macaroni, salad, green salad, and fresh handmade tortillas. This entrée was a good size and the tortillas in my opinion were the best part. TACOS GOBERNADOR $18.00 3 crispy shrimp tacos with mozzarella cheese, avocado, lettuce, pico de gallo, and chipotle mayo. Tacos were good and I like that they were crispy tacos however, I wish the whole tortilla was crispy versus just the edges. Added a little hot sauce and a complimented the taco very well. I definitely see myself returning for the drinks, the food and the ambience. read more

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Tiene muchos opciones y todo está muy bueno. El lugar es moderno, limpio, y de buen ambiente. Un buen lugar para traer a la familia. read more

Mariscos Costa Alegre - Mexican Near Me - Gilroy, California

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Proven theory: When hungover, spicy Mariscos will save you. I was in the area and looked up restaurants near by to help cure us from our post NYE hangover and Mariscos Costa Alegre popped up. We were able to find parking relatively quick. When we arrived, there was a good amount of people, we had a short wait to sit indoors. We ordered drinks at the bar while we waited for our table and looked over the menu. Once we were sat they started us off with a warm seafood sipping broth, perfect for the weather and perfect to settle our stomachs after a night of drinking. To order, there's options for everyone's tastebuds, seafood lover or not you'll find something for you. There's your traditional marisco dishes, sushi, tacos, pozole, pastas and more. I was overwhelmed with options but stuck to what I know, we ordered a few plates to share, the fried fish, ceviche mixto tower and the don cuca shrimp. Everything was so incredibly fresh, flavorful and SPICY. Like, really spicy. I was sweating by the time we finished. I was cured of my hangover within the hour. If you love seafood and don't mind alot of spice, this spot is a must try. As we were leaving we noticed the line out the door, we arrived right before the lunch rush hit. I could see why this place is so popular. It'll be rare that I'll find myself in this area again, but if I ever am, Marsicos Costa Alegre is a must do. 10/10. This place can cure any hangover. read more

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Okay I've been here a few times now & I love it more each time. This is the PERFECT place to enjoy mariachi on Sunday. They also do an amazing job making you feel very special on your birthday! The bartenders, Raul, Cassandra & Ana are super attentive & efficient. I really enjoyed when Raul started singing along with the Mariachj it is such a cool fun environment lots of laughs . All of The food is so amazing. I had the fajitas trio sooooooo yummy!! I will definitely have to go back on karaoke night read more

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The kiddo went off to camp today. Yay! Momma & Daddy need a break & so we went off & had lunch after church at Mariscos Costa Alegre. The place looks great! So much more so than when it was a Chili's. The service was wonderful. Our waitress was attentive & our food came out fast. I ended up getting the Fajitas Trio & they were delicious. You get Shrimp, Chicken & Steak w/grilled veggies, rice & creamy refried beans. I asked for corn tortillas & ended up getting flour. I didn't complain. But, someone in the future might. The hubs got the carnitas mixtas & loved every bite. The tortillas tasted fresh & homemade. I ordered a cocktail as well (the Costa Alegre) & it was good. Over all... it was an outstanding lunch. They serve tostada rounds instead of chips w/a spicy (almost consume). I wish they had chips instead. However, this was my 1st time here & I can't wait to come back. read more

Mariscos Costa Alegre - Our plates. The one closest (after eating a bit) is the Fajitas Trio. The far plate is the Carnitas Mixtas. - Mexican Near Me - Gilroy, California

We love this place for birthdays-they truly do them the best! We've been here a bunch of times and just like any restaurant, service is hit or miss, the food isn't always right, etc BUT the birthday stuff is so fun it really makes up for it. We went yesterday and were confused and uncomfortable when a woman who wasn't our server walked up to our table and forced us to pose for photos she was taking. It's so loud in there you can't really answer or converse so we just posed so she would hurry up and go away figuring maybe it was for social media or maybe you could buy it at the end of the meal like a rollercoaster or something (seemed odd for a restaurant but who knows nowadays). It took quite a long time and then she just left suddenly. We forgot all about her and continued on with our dinner. Then at another inconvenient time she showed up to the table with PRINTED and FRAMED photos of our family which she slowly presented to us, interrupting our meal. At the end she just stood there showing us the final photo for several minutes. It was so awkward and uncomfortable. We had no idea what she was doing because she didn't really talk and when she did she was too quiet. Finally she said "wanna buy any of these?" And we were like ".....no. Thanks". She promptly rolled her eyes and walked away from the table. We never wanted any of this, we didn't want the photos taken, or for our meal to be disrupted or to be asked to buy photos of our own family, and now she has the photos of our family..... it was super weird. This is enough to make me absolutely consider going elsewhere next time. I really didn't like that and that was never something we dealt with on previous visits. Get rid of the photographer.... or have someone do it who knows how to speak up and explain what they are doing. I can't imagine much money is made on this venture if she's printing and framing photos for people like us who didn't even want their photos taken in the first place. read more

We recently celebrated some birthdays in our family (party of 10). We had so much fun! Bella was our server. She was sweet, funny, attentive, and made our visit perfect. The food was outstanding for all of us, starting with oysters, shrimp cocktail, calamari, and a whole lot more! Ending with shots, sombreros and celebration by the staff for the birthdays! The restaurant is decorated beautifully and gives an upscale yet fun and relaxed atmosphere. Totally recommend! read more

Great service thanks to Karen Friendly service My first time and will definitely come back . read more

Came here for mariscos and it did not disappoint! I ordered the Tuna La Isla tostada and it was absolutely delicious--super fresh and full of flavor. My boyfriend got the La Morenita tostada and he loved it. The flavors were bold, spicy, and seriously tasty. The atmosphere was great too. The place felt very clean and well kept, and the service was exceptional. Everyone was friendly and attentive, which made the experience even better. We really enjoyed everything and will definitely be back! read more

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Wow- I have never had so much fun at dinner! This used to be the old Chili's in Gilroy. Don't get me wrong, I can appreciate a good chain restaurant burger , but I would much rather spend my money at Costa Alegre. When you walk in , you will be immediately greeted by the friendly staff. You will then have two choices: 1. Go to the left and grab a seat at the bar and enjoy your favorite cocktail. Or , 2. Grab a seat in the dining room and watch a game on t.v. This restaurant specializes in seafood, so don't be surprised when you see a 12 page menu with 90 percent of it containing seafood. However, if you are not the biggest fan of seafood- like me , Costa Alegre has you covered. For dinner, I opted for their bistec ranchero , verde rice , and their homemade corn tortillas. Bruh-We have a problem- in a good way! This dish came out so savory and spicy-it literally blew my socks off! I have never tasted a dish so delicious that I considered bathing in the sauce. I can't describe how good this dish was. It was like I was eating food for the first time. Bonus, this dish came with macaroni salad and a green salad! I found this unconventional, yet oddly satisfying. While I was dining , a few people were celebrating a birthday and the place turned into a discoteca. Loud , fun and a party vibe for sure! I can't say enough good things about this location. I can't wait to try more menu items especially the options that come with handmade torts! Try it - you won't be disappointed! See you there- look for the old guy sweating because of the spice but enjoying every minute of it. read more

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Jonathan was a amazing server.he recommended The Mariscada. It was really good and it was a big portion! Rest of the food was also really good and can't complain about the michelada! amazing service over all! read more

Mariscos Costa Alegre - Mexican Near Me - Gilroy, California

Sat at the bar and was helped by Kassandra. She was very attentive, friendly and made fantastic drinks. read more

OMG amazing! So fresh so pretty! We Had shrimp tacos and aguachile Verde so yummy. The servers were so friendly and professional. We had a taste of siete mares as soon as we sat down. We also had guacamole. And gorgeous water with lime slices. Overall the best place I've been to in Gilroy so far. Highly recommend. The tables were very comfy and it was a fun environment for a birthday or date night. Totally great! read more

My husband and I really enjoyed our visit to Costa Alegre. The food was authentic and delicious. We ordered the green aguachiles and the Tuna La Isla, and both dishes were excellent. I love spicy food, and the aguachiles had great flavor and heat. My husband is more sensitive to spicy foods, but he still loved the Tuna La Isla. A special shoutout to Karen for her outstanding customer service. She was attentive, checked on us throughout our meal, and made sure we had a great experience. We will definitely be back! read more

Ulisses at Costa Alegre was awesome. He provided great customer service and was very attentive to everything we needed. You can tell he really cares about making sure guests have a good experience. The food was amazing, the drinks were great, and the vibe there is always fun. Ulisses really helped make the whole experience even better. Definitely recommend Costa Alegre, and if you get Ulisses taking care of you, you're in good hands. read more

Mariscos Costa Alegre - Mexican Near Me - Gilroy, California

Our server Yolanda was exceptional! The food was savory, and she was attentive. This is the best restaurant for mariscos in Gilroy, but that's just my opinion. read more

Service was great, food delicious and festive ambiance. Our servers were kind and attentive. As soon as we were seated we had the pleasure of tasting their complementary Zombie soup. Food came out fairly quick and with style. We enjoyed the live mariachi and birthday celebrations around the restaurant. Definitely recommend checking this place out! read more

Mariscos Costa Alegre - Mojarra, sushi california and agua chilie - Mexican Near Me - Gilroy, California

Came in on a weekday with my girls to try out this new Mexican restaurant we were recommended. It was busy but not as busy as I heard weekends would be. As soon as we came in we were greeted and seated quickly by a cute young girl at the entrance whose name I didn't catch. She was patient with our annoying seating requests and brought us caldos and waters very quickly after seating us! Our waitress Karen was just as attentive and friendly, constantly making sure everything was alright with us. Super attentive staff! 10/10 service from both girls! Food was great. I ordered a sushi pastor which was amazing. Even the waters were cute with lemon slices. Beautiful atmosphere with festive birthday celebrations and shots if you like to drink! (which we do) read more

I've stopped by multiple times now, and the service is impeccable every single visit. The staff is always on top of things--no dirty dishes left on the table--and our birthday celebration con la vaca was truly appreciated! lol The food is consistently good, and they have a wide menu with great specials. Definitely check them out! This is the nicest location. (Though I do wish they still offered 50% off all the sushi like they used to!) read more

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Mariscos ​Costa Alegre iis officially one of my favorite spots! The quality of the food is consistently excellent, and the service is just as impressive--attentive, friendly, and genuinely welcoming. It's rare to find a place that nails both so perfectly. ​One selfish request for the owners: Please consider opening a location near me in Pittsburg, CA! The old Chili's building is the perfect spot for a second life, and our community would show up in droves for food this amazing food! ​Highly recommend! :-) read more

Delicious food and excellent service. Special shout out to Jonathan for the great service. :)

Kassandra is great server we enjoy her style of customer service and over all she's great person

The food is excellent. This new location is absolutely gorgeous. I loved the decor, it was like you were under water. I can't wait to bring my husband and my mom here. I've visited this restaurant in San Jose and the food and service is just as excellent here as it was there. THANK YOU TO OUR SERVER VALERIA! read more

Mariscos Costa Alegre - Platillo Costa Alegre & Asada Arrachera - Mexican Near Me - Gilroy, California

We had such a delicious experience!Bella was our server and she was very helpful in finding us the perfect ceviche and fish dish. She was very warm and friendly! The fish was so fresh and very flavorful and tender. I'm going to crave eating it again. The shrimp ceviche was perfection and I loved it. The ambiance makes me feel like I'm on vacation. It is meticulously clean which makes me feel very comfortable I am eating from a very fastidiously clean kitchen. Brava!! read more

My new favorite Mexican spot in Gilroy. The drinks, the shrimp, and the atmosphere were AMAZING!!!Will definitely be coming back!! (Also all the decorations inside...SO CUTE. Perfect for picture opportunities.) read more

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The service was top notch- thank you Karen!! The food was so good!! We ordered the Boti Mango read more

Mariscos Costa Alegre - Bonti Mango - Mexican Near Me - Gilroy, California

Maria was our server she was awsome, very friendly and very acomodating to my request, also very profesional. The tostada la morenita was delicious. Totally recomend this place. The ambiance is elegant and it can be romantic or just casual, you can't go wrong here in any occation. read more

Mariscos Costa Alegre - Mexican Near Me - Gilroy, California

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We are so glad we decided to walk in here for some early dinner! We were instantly seated and from the start, the vibes were amazing. They played fun music for people's birthdays and all the serving staff was so kind and helpful with ordering. The menu had SO many different options and it was honestly the first time we had tried a Mexican/seafood/asian fusion restaurant. Thank you to Jonathan for checking in on us many times throughout our dinner and for giving us great recommendations. Definitely a must try if you are in the area read more

Yolanda was amazing! They celebrated my birthday and they had a surprise for people over 21+ and I do recommend this place for special occasions and Yolanda as a waitress. The food was also amazing and the environment was nice and comfortable. I think everyone should give this place a try! I had gotten quesobirria and it was amazing. read more

Gracias a todos por su gran servicio La comida exelente La señorita siempre muy Amable muy sonriente 100% recomendado read more

Great customer service and amazing flavorful food!! Definitely I will go back there soon!!