While visiting Chicago I stepped outside of the typical tourist spots and tried La Costa in West Town. I only utilized public transportation while in the city and it was easy to find this spot utilizing CTA. The closest bus stop is around the corner, max 3 min walk. When we walked in we were greeted by the host staff. He sat us in a both and took our drink orders. The staff was personable and had no problem answering questions about the menu. To start, you receive complimentary corn tostados, two types of salsa, a fish ceviche and saltine crackers! Yes you heard that correct! Every guest receives these items. We started out with cocktails. My friend ordered a frozen margarita mix of strawberry and mango. I opted for the costa cucumber. When the margarita arrived I was shocked! It was massive. I would say one could easily be shared between two people! My friend said it was tasty. I LOVED the Cucumber cocktail . I only drink occasionally, and this drink was something I would order again. It was light and refreshing! I think it's one of those drinks that will sneak up on you! As an appetizer we opted for the Aguacate fabuloso. This dish is a whipped avocado with shrimp! It was very tasty, and full of healthy fats with some protein ! Good taste and macro friendly works for me ! For my main dish I went with the Pina Rellena . This dish included shrimp, crab meat, scallops, clam and octopus! It was cooked in a mushroom sauce and served in a pineapple! The presentation is top tier! For sure an instagram / tik tok worthy dish! The dish came out fresh and was served with rice, fries, salad, and bread! This is also something that can easily be shared, or saved for a future meal! My fried ordered the Molcajete Mar y Tierra. This comes with steak, chorizo and shrimp. This is served in a volcano rock dish! Again- presentation is top tier! I must also note that the food is hot and fresh! regarding the ambience, it is clear that this is a spot where locals hang out! There were plenty of patrons during my visit. I enjoyed the music and the overall vibe of this place . Service was solid, food portion sizes are massive and fresh, and the atmosphere is a vibe! Overall it's a spot worth checking out ! read more

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This is the first mariscos spot I've been to, and it was delicious! When we sat down, we were immediately served complimentary tostada shells with what I think was a seafood pico de gallo and salsa. It also came with several cracker packs which was perfect for the seafood soup we ordered later. Such a generous portion and so refreshing and yummy! We ordered the camarones (shrimp) plate, which included juicy shrimp in an incredibly rich and flavorful sauce, fresh garlic bread, lightly fried rice with some corn in it, and lettuce salad. It was an absolute flavor bomb and I would definitely recommend! It is a large plate so definitely shareable for 2. We also ordered the mendigo especial which is a seafood broth with some shrimp and seafood pieces. It came in a glass chalise with shrimp on the sides, and it was hot, steaming, and incredibly flavorful! Because it was so rich in flavor (yet refreshing), the medium was a perfect size for sharing. Altogether this was plenty of food for 2 of us and we ended up taking some of the shrimp plate leftovers home. Service was excellent! They were friendly and checked in a good amount. The restaurant is spacious with indoor and outdoor seating. The ambience is cute and welcoming, and they had lots of screens for World Cup viewing. Outside they have free parking for patrons. Will definitely be back to try their other dishes!! Awesome spot especially for a summer day :) read more

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Amazing food and service! 10/10!!! Will definitely return on my next visit to Chicago. This California girl knows her mariscos and this was by far one of the best mariscos I've tried. read more

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A serendipitous Google Maps discovery after picking up my 2026 planner nearby set the stage for a true meet-cute with this amazing restaurant. I'm usually a little skeptical about ordering fish at Midwestern spots, but this place is officially my exception. Everything was incredibly fresh and so delicious. I dined in and was welcomed with complimentary tostadas and a ceviche-style dip. Service was fast, and my server was incredibly kind and helpful, especially as a first-time patron. I ordered the guacamole and shrimp fajitas, and wow! The portion sizes are unreal. The entrée came with fries, rice, a mini salad, and garlic bread. It was so much food that I'll easily have dinner tonight and lunch tomorrow. I'm officially in love and will definitely be bringing my family and friends to meet my newest favorite lunch spot very soon. read more

Mariscos La Costa - Seafood Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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my gal Powell called me up to go to dinner and I initially decline, but I'm glad I changed my mind. The portions were crazy from the margarita to the food. I appreciate it all of the size that came with my meal the rice, the garlic bread, the fries and the salad were also tasty but with the portion being I definitely had to bring some home. our server was super attended and definitely made sure the drinks stayed full. The vibe was kinda like a at Home Mariscos. I definitely will try again. read more

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A friend took me here while I was visiting Chicago, and honestly, for being on the East Coast, the Mexican food wasn't half bad. I'm spoiled by LA West Coast Mexican food -- that stuff is elite -- so my bar is pretty high. This place was pretty solid though. The micheladas were definitely the star. I'd recommend those 10/10. The seafood and the rest of the Mexican dishes were okay, not mind-blowing, but still enjoyable. The staff was super nice, and the restaurant has a cool little vibe to it. If you're craving Mexican food while living on the East Coast, this spot is worth checking out. read more

Worst seafood spot ever! I had the langostinos platter and it gave me food poisoning! I've been eating seafood from a lot of spots and never got sick until I tried this nasty spot! read more

Mariscos La Costa - Chicago Shrimp empanadas (still dreaming about them) + a whole fried fish with shrimp, rice & fries = absolute seafood heaven. Empanadas were crispy and packed with flavor, and that fish was huge, juicy, and seasoned perfectly with the sauce 5/5 Between the food, micheladas, pina coladas, and vibes, this spot is always unforgettable. A go-to for authentic mariscos & a fun night out! Check out my @ratedbyaleena IG page for the full review! #RatedByAleena #Foodie #ChicagoEats #MariscosLaCosta #SeafoodGoals #ShrimpEmpanadas #WholeFriedFish #GoodEats #MicheladaVibes #FoodReview read more

Mariscos La Costa - Seafood Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Looks like a place many workers near by come for lunch. I went during lunch hours and people poured in. It's a decent space for groups. The young lady was very nice and was able to answer any questions. Instead of salsa and chips they serve ceviche. The ceviche just neededa bit of salt but it was good. We also ordered guacamole, but it didn't taste fresh to us. We asked for jalapeños to be added they weren't. My friend had the shrimp fajitas. She said they were good. I didn't taste them. I had the fried red snapper with spicy garlic sauce on the side. The red snapper was fresh but by itself needed seasoning with the spicy garlic sauce it was perfect. My friend went back the next day and got the red snapper. read more

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Stopped by for lunch after shopping at Dusty Groove and am so thankful we did! This was an amazing lunch. We had ceviche mixto (1/2 fish, 1/2 shrimp) and it was amazing! I love ceviche and have eaten it in Peru many times. This was among the best ceviche I've ever had! We split the chicharron de camaron charlatan and enjoyed it also. The house margaritas were also great. We can't wait to get back and explore more of the menu. Come eat at Mariscos La Costa - you will not be disappointed! read more

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Amazing food. excellent quality, taste, preparation. as you would epxpect from a "fancy" restaurant. The staff is amazing. the dish we ordered was taking a longer time to prepare than we expected but they kept our leftovers until we could return from our play. I cant say enough about how delicious every dish was. The carne asada was sublime, the red snapper was huge, well prepared and magnificent. Check it out, it is a special restaurant. read more

We came here at 7:30 without a reservation on a Saturday night. It was crowded, and it only took 5 minutes to get sat but after us it took more than 20. This place is fish forward, and it was pretty good. We started with Guac, and shrimp empanadas. They give you free tostada, chips, and salsa (very spicy and good). We then got oysters, they had a lot of shells in them, shucked that way it appears. They were also smaller more round oysters than long. I got the fish fillet with ranchero, they earned me that it was spicy but it was not spicy. It comes with fries and rice. My partner got a platter with shrimp, octopus, squid inside a filet. With fries, and rice. I also got a frozen margarita, and my partner an iced one. They were strong. Because it was so busy the service was slow, but the staff were super nice. The platters are HUGE. Overall this place is huge. read more

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Oh my god hands down the best empanada and ceviche I've had in the city so far. The portions are sooo generous, definitely a feast. The only downside is that it does quite busy and service can be slow, but the quality of the seafood is worth waiting for. read more

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Great service and amazing good! I would definitely recommend this place. The margs were delicious!

As a foodie and as a business owner, I love to go eat at La Costa restaurant Rick the owner is an amazing person. I've been coming to eat at this restaurant for a long time. The ambience is amazing. The food is tasty and delicious. I highly recommend the Tierra y mar steak and shrimp so delicious as are there drinks and every plate there this is truly a five star restaurant highly recommend you won't be disappointed read more

By far the most rude service I have ever received in a restaurant in the city of Chicago. I had to get up and confirm my table had a waiter since every other table that came in after us already had chips and salsa and waters. It was just two of us. After getting chips and salsa after asking, I had to once again ask for waters because no one came and gave us any. Then the waitress, woman with glasses, came over and took the order rudely, which is whatever. But the cherry on top is when she came with the drinks we ordered, she basically tossed the michelada on the table as if she was annoyed that we asked for service at a restaurant. Mind you, we got our drinks we ordered when the tables that came in after were already eating their food! We got up and left and offered to pay for the chips we ate and the drinks that we didn't even touch. Absolutely awful service. Go down the street to alegrias for a pleasant dining experience. What a sh*thole. read more

The team is always so mindful of my food allergy and are happy to accommodate. That alone has us coming back. The camarones are incredible but prepare to get messy girls. Ceviche is okay and could be skipped. read more

Complete and utter disappointment and a waste of money $60 for burnt shrimp? absolutely disgusting read more

Mariscos La Costa - Camarones / Shrimp - Seafood Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Came on Father's Day so it was pretty busy - there was a 30 minute wait, but I got a text that my table was ready in about 15 min! When you sit they bring you a small cup of complimentary fish ceviche with crackers. It was actually a lot in that cup and very tasty. We ordered margaritas which were huge for the price. We started off with shrimp ceviche and the portion was crazy big. It was very flavorful. My friend ordered a main dish and that was also a crazy huge portion. This is a great place to grab drinks and dinner. There's no frills but you will get great food for your buck. read more

Mariscos La Costa - Passion fruit margarita - Seafood Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This is my second time coming here, the first time was 5 years ago. The food is phenomenal. The portion was so big where I couldn't finish. The presentation of the plate and the flavor of the food is 10/10 I would highly recommend. The food comes out pretty quick. Streets parking. read more

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If you love seafood and want it served in the best way possible (flavor-wise), this is the place to go for that experience! The staff is quite nice and accommodating. The ambience is awesome. All in all a 10/10. I've got twice since I first discovered this a week ago and each time I have left amazed and quite happy (as has been my friends). read more

Mariscos La Costa - Coco Relleno / Stuffed Coconut Chapuzn - Seafood Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Been to this restaurant a few times but first time leaving a review. So many fun and tasty items on the menu you'll want to come back for more. Not to mention well sized portions. This time I tried a tampiqueno and a modelo. Always a great time and definitely will be back. read more

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I tried Mariscos La Costa for the first time today. The food was outstanding...seafood Nayarit in the 1/2 pineapple! The frozen margarita was perfect for a warm spring day. The service was great & so was the decor. Highly recommended! read more

Always good food and drinks make a reservation on Fri, Sat they get busy. Great bunch of people working there I have never had a bad experience!! read more

Genuinely, f me up this was so good!!!! The plate of crab will easily feed 2-3! Great quality on the skirt steak and crab legs! Service was awesome, vibes are fun, and James was by far the star of the show! Already planning my next visit! read more

Mariscos La Costa - Crab legs with butter and garlic and costa Asada - Seafood Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My favorite mariscos restaurant, hands down! I love the atmosphere, the staff is so friendly, and the food is phenomenal! The portions are huge so we always share the plates and still have tons of leftover. I wish they would open one in the western suburb but I'll gladly make the drive to Chicago for now! read more

The food..the service...and the ambiance was perfect. Food was so good. We ordered the red fish dish and it was fantastic and the portions are humongous. Great prices read more

My friend recommended La Costa. Love the food. Service was fast and server was also friendly. Some items are quite pricey and music was a bit loud for me. Will come back next time read more

Mariscos La Costa - Seafood Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

What a great spot! The place is clean, comfortable, and casual and the service is fast. We got the shrimp empanadas which were delicious, and then we shared a Molcajete. Granted this is only the third Molcajete I've ever had, but I think it was the best. Everything in the pot was a winner. Their house margarita is good, not too sweet and does not taste like it's from a mix. No complaints at all, we'll definitely be coming back! read more

Mariscos La Costa - Molcajete Mar y Tierra / Surf 'n' Turf Molcajete - Seafood Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This food is spectacular!!! We will be coming back asap. The sauces were delectable. The ambience was so fun too! read more

Mariscos La Costa - Mixto Ceviche Mixto / Mixed Ceviche - Seafood Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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The food is so good! Authentic Mexican style mariscos. You will get ceviche while you wait for your order. They offer a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Service on the other hand could be better. It took over 15 min to get water, then 20+ minutes to get our food and the check another hassle. read more

Food and services is great. I would recommend it. Also be aware of their salsa is very spicy. But then again you got to have spicy salsa.

We dined here on a Friday evening and were sat rather quickly. It was a bonus that they have free parking for the area which is typically very busy! We had a really great server and the food rolled out quickly and was very hot! This was one of the better places that I have visited where I didn't feel like the food was overcooked. My husband's steak was well seasoned and delicious! The shrimp ceviche was very fresh and refreshing which was perfect for such a hot day. We will be returning to try more items on the menu. read more

Mariscos La Costa - Pia Rellena / Stuffed Pineapple and Ceviche de Camarn Crudo / Raw Shrimp Ceviche - Seafood Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I love this place!! The vibes are great. The food is delicious and it is reasonably priced. I have zero complaints. read more

Mariscos La Costa - Seafood Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Food was bland. not much taste . wanted to try because went to another Mexican seafood place in lindenhurst which was fabulous. We live close to this place on central. So won't be back read more

Visited La costa and tried their fresh oysters - they were absolutely delicious however on the smaller side. Served on a bed of ice, each oyster was the perfect balance of salty. The waiter was attentive and quick. The restaurant was beautifully decorated! read more

Mariscos La Costa - Ostiones / Oysters - Seafood Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Love love love. Incredibly bold flavors that keep you craving it ! Great portion of food. I always get the skirt steak with shrimp . Authentic Mexican food read more

Mariscos La Costa - Seafood Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Okay spot for date night or hangout spot with friends or family members. We usually go every 4-6 months. I usually get the Tampiqueña. ( Tampiqueña was a little smaller than usual and for the $20.00 price.) the tortillas were heated/cooked in oil I believe. And the Hubby goes for the Micheladas. 3 stars only because the waitress completely ignored us after she took our order. We got what ever else we needed from the other waiters including our bill. And boxes to go. read more

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Service was great , as soon as we walked in we got greeted . When we got sat they gave us a tostada de cangrejo which was BOMB guys . I ordered a caldo de 7 mares which was so delicious and my boyfriend got an order of empanadas de Camarón. Also it's BYOB !!!!! De bathrooms where cleaned and the decor almost made it seem like we where at the beach eating . Over all we will be back . read more

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My first visit here and the food is very good and fresh. I wasn't wild about my margarita. This place was jam packed with people waiting. Make a reservation. They are very short-staffed, but the staff was very friendly, accommodating, and personable. read more