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    Taverna Costera

    4.2 (327 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Kalua Pig Nachos
    Koa M.

    This place is my new obsession! The restaurant is open and very clean. The food is absolutely delicious, service was excellent. The staff are extremely friendly and on the ball. Donna was our waitress and she made the eating experience better. A man came around 2 times to ask how we liked our dinners and if we wanted anything. Come to find out he was the chef who created the menu, Chris. What a nice guy. If you like good food and Hawaiian fusion this is the place to try.

    Risotto balls - delicious!!!
    Jenelle B.

    I went back to this amazing restaurant for lunch and brought friends. It was delicious! Highly recommended!! Don't miss this place - everything was amazing!!

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    Khalilah Y.

    The food and libation options feature a lot of different choices, including vegan selections. There's a rooftop area with an amazing outdoor view of the arts district. I usually find myself at Taverna for an event, as they are often the host of many types of artistic activities. The decor features artists along the hallways. Highly recommended if you want a place with multiple seating choices; indoor, outdoor, upstairs, downstairs.

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    Catherine P.

    This is a hidden gem. The address says Main Street, though it is actually on 1st. Parking is good if you have an Apple phone. There is some street parking. The venue has an industrial vibe with cute lighting that changes colors. At the time we went it was "seat yourself:, so we did. The Chef brought us menus, and was very personable. Two of us ordered the grilled mahi-mahi over macadamia rice with Brussel sprouts, Mom had the mahi-mahi fish & chips, and my friend had the Kailua pork bowl with rice and a macaroni salad. Each dish was beautifully plated with generous portions, as well as being extremely yummy. My friends said they'll be going back.

    Cucumber mojito
    Ashley C.

    I really wanted to find a dog friendly restaurant with a cute patio, so today we're reviewing to Terna Costera in the Arts District. As a reminder, I don't get paid or comped for my reviews, so let's get into it. We came around 11:30 AM on a Sunday, and we had the patio all to ourselves. We started with the cucumber Mojito, which was nice and refreshing. We shared the shrimp ceviche appetizer, which was OK, but it was missing a little something - maybe some jalapeños would've helped. We were super excited to try the barbecue ribs and cornbread. Even though the ribs were really good, they came out cold, which was a bummer. The cornbread was super bland, but at least our pup really liked it. Our pup also seemed to like his eggs, and I do like that you can buy one à la cart. All in all, taverna does have a lot of potential, so we're giving this one 3.5 out of five stars.

    Margarita Pizza (minus pepperoni)
    Cortney A.

    Helpful Tip: CHECK YOUR BILL My family and I waited over 20 minutes after being seated (two additional tables and one person at the bar) for service. The chef Chris casually stopped by to inquire about our service. He apologized and took our beverage and food order. To his credit he helped move things along and the food came out quickly. That part was appreciated. Short staffed was clear and I get it but empathy only goes so far when the issues stack up the way they did here. The food was mixed to be fair. The panko calamari was overdone charred burn like taste otherwise flavorless and a hard pass. The margarita pizza was forgettable think cafeteria pizza nothing more. The ahi tuna was actually a solid choice def not the best I've ever had but the layered flavors and the wontons was a hit. The brussels were genuinely good and probably the highlight of everything ordered. Billing was a disaster and sent me over the edge. I was charged incorrectly for happy hour items on multiple items . Instead of 50% off most items rang up at 25% off or full price with only one item correctly discounted. I brought it up three separate times including directly with the chef who literally pointed to the items on the menu confirming they were happy hour eligible. Two servers couldn't resolve it after multiple attempts and a significant amount of time I eventually gave up and walked out. (Partially my fault for not reviewing the bill before paying but the drawn out wait time to even get the bill had m ready to go). There are only so many apologies an establishment can offer before it becomes clear there is an operations problem not just a bad night. No structure poor knowledge of menu inconsistent service and unable to make a straightforward billing issue right. This is Vegas. There are too many quality options competing for your time and money to settle for this. One time is way more than enough.

    Alicia L.

    Delicious food, drinks, and great live music! The service was great too! The band had grat vocals and harmony making our meal fantastic!

    Nancy G.

    Taverna Costera is one of my all-time favorite restaurants in the Arts District. Their menu, curated beautifully by Chef Chris and owner Jeff Hwang, combines the absolute best of flavors inspired by Hawaiian Fusion AND Coastal Mediterranean fusion. This unique fusion is a work of art. Truly. The other great aspect of this place is its staff. I still don't know everyone's names, but there are many standouts: Jessica, Alex(es), Jennifer, Max, Amanda, and more. They all make guests feel especially welcomed. Food prices are also very affordable, especially considering the quality and quantity. My favorites are their newest small Dragon Bowls, but every selection is worth trying. A BIG THUMBS UP!!!

    Eric S.

    What a charming place. Located on Main street in the arts district, the atmosphere is cozy but modern with saleavle art decor. This quaint restaurant across from the burlesque theater should be packed 24/7. Combination dining, rooftop bar, and coffee shop the menu has something for everyone with a hawaiin flair. I had the breakfast sambo which comes on a thick Jape ese Milk Bread with just the right amount of crispness on the outside and soft goodness on the inside. It comes with breakfast potatoes in the form of whole purple potatoes cooked and seasoned well. The jam, eggs, sausage, and maple syrup blended perfectly. I am a big hungry guy but I could not finish this monster. Our table also enjoyed the blackened burger and the turkey sandwich both of which were large portions. Next time we will try the honey toast desert but I was too full. The website menu is not up to date, they have ao much more. Essentially the items on the website is just the happy hour menu. They also have donbyri, loco moco, fried rice, and other hawaiian flavors. With several interesting drinks and bottled beers on the menu, some tv's, and live entertainment at night, we will definitely be back. Alexis was an excellent waiter, attentive, knowledgeable and friendly.

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    Kim G.

    What a delightful experience. Interesting menu, loved the fried ribs and spicy margaritas. Outside dining options. Colorful art displayed for sale. Small, intimate, nice vibe.

    Nonchalant atmosphere, inviting and yet playful.... An open area for all  to blend bringing the life of a good one party zone
    Aces P.

    Taverna Costera at 1031 Main St is a fantastic spot with truly amazing customer service. From the moment you walk in, the staff is welcoming, attentive, and genuinely cares about your experience. What really makes this place stand out is the incredible fusion of Hawaiian and Asian flavors--everything is so well balanced and delicious. The fries and steak are my personal favorites, cooked perfectly and packed with flavor. Great food, great service, and an inviting atmosphere make this a place I'll definitely keep coming back to.

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    Food is delicious. The menu looks creative. I look forward to trying some of the other delights.

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    Thanks for coming and the lovely review! Hope to see you soon!

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    This place is a joke. No follow up as we weren't ready to order. This restaurant is unorganized

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    Ask the Community - Taverna Costera

    Does this restaurant use a shared fryer for things like battered fish that would cross contaminate foods like gluten free french fries? I have Celiac disease and have to eat gluten free.

    Is there anything on the menu that is safe for someone with Celiac?

    Yes, all you have to do is read the descriptions on the menus and you can be extra sure by asking your server.

    What flavor mimosas do you have?

    They have orange, pomegranate, cranberry, & pineapple.

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    Review Highlights - Taverna Costera

    If if been awhile since you visited, head back to taste some of the new dishes added by Chef Chris and the team.

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    Pacific Island Taste

    Pacific Island Taste

    4.6
    (826 reviews)
    1.1 mi
    $$

    Just as an update: I came back and got the oxtail, the limu poke, and the taro turnover. I missed…read morethe malasadas by a few minutes. The oxtail soup was really good: the broth seemed like it has a good amount of shoyu in it (it was dark), and had really nice beef flavor. There were also some shiitake mushrooms, which added to the umami, and fresh cilantro which, paired with the grated ginger, really complemented the savory elements. The oxtails were super tender and plentiful. The meat was well seasoned and fell off the bone. I've eaten a lot of oxtail soup, and this was really good. The limu poke was also solid. The limu was a nice touch: it's not as frequent to see it on the mainland, and I like the smoky flavor it imparts on the poke. The taro turnover was a revelation. It was so good it didn't make it to photos. The pastry crust was flakey, the taro was warm and sweet, and the Carmel drizzle was really nice. It does take 20 minutes to get the turnover, but I think it's worth it.

    When I sent a picture of this place to my friends and said I was in Hawaii, they actually believed…read moreme. That is how authentic P.I.T. is! What a treasure Las Vegas has in this place. You can tell this is family owned and run, with a lot of passion and hard work put into the place. The owner is lovely and brews a mean cup of delicious Kona coffee. They do get busy (was here on a Saturday at 11 am and it was packed) and make stuff to order, so be prepared for Island Time when you dine here. Even the musubi and coffee are made to order. My only quibble was that I paid for a custard filled malasada and since they don't give it to you right then and there if you are dining in with other dishes, they let me know later they actually had run out. But they are that good. Otherwise all the food was delicious and brought my husband and I back to our last vacation there. The live music made the time fly. I recommended this place to my friends immediately. Free and plenty parking in front.

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    Sofa inside
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    Garlic chicken
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    Matiki Island BBQ

    Matiki Island BBQ

    4.2
    (681 reviews)
    5.0 mi
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    Found Matiki Island BBQ on social while scrolling one night. The reasonably priced Hawaiian food…read morealong with their huge beef ribs caught my attention. I took a couple of months before I was able to make it here. But the wait was worth the squeeze. The quality of the beef was delicious and better than my normal go to Hawaiian food. The rice was perfectly cooked and their mac/potato salad was amazing.

    Sometimes social influencers work against you. If they didnt praise this place so much, my…read moredisappointment would not weigh so heavy. I was thoroughly unimpressed and my belief in these influences has worn thin. I came here for their famous beef ribs and Mac spam. Firstly, they did not have their famous ribs and from other reviews its been 2 weeks since they've had it. Fine, im not really OK with that but it is what it is bc the business cant control stock and where they have to buy it from. I got a steak and galbi plate that tasted burnt, flavorless and most of all, unlike all the videos I saw, it did NOT come "packed". Im glad it didn't anyways bc i did not enjoy the food. I also got the mac spam and a double spam misubi. Sooooooo much rice and the double spam really equals to one regular spam size at other hawaiian places. The Mac spam was very bland and both the spams not worth its price. The inside was hot and looked old. The music was cool and the cashier, a young woman, looked severely depressed and unenthusiastic. I didn't like the vibe, the cashier was unfriendly, and it was not worth the wait. I give honest reviews. I dont get paid and dont make exaggerated videos.

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    Beef Rib Plate w/2 scoop of Mac Salad
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    Lefty-J's Island Favorites

    Lefty-J's Island Favorites

    4.7
    (1.4k reviews)
    3.8 mi
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    Straight to the point, LEFTY-J'S GARLIC CHICKEN IS THE BEST!…read more Hands down THE BEST GARLIC CHICKEN in Las Vegas. Arguably THE BEST I EVER HAD. Let's back this up a little... The first time I came here, I ordered just the Robust Garlic Chicken plate. There wasn't a time I didn't swear while chewing. "Damn, this $h!t is GOOD!" After I finished I wanted to write a glowing review professing to the world of this magical place but, I held off. I told myself, you have to come back order it again plus try something else. Okay so now I'm back... I was right the first time. LEFTY-J's IS THE SPOT PERIOD. The Robust Garlic Chicken FIRE! The KALBI BEEF SHORT RIBS FIRE! The TERIYAKI BEEF FIRE! THE 9th ISLAND'S BEST

    I knew nothing about this place...was blown away after my 1st experience…read more This place was chosen by one of my good buddies. He usually never misses when it comes to doing recon on places to try. Huge, huge shout out to Aaron for going above + beyond. He runs the front counter & did not hesitate to answer any + all questions. He's really passionate about the quality of food that is served here. He went into interesting detail about how the meats are marinaded in-house. I particularly appreciated that he personally came to our table several times to make sure everything was ok & how we liked the food. If the owners are reading this, please give Aaron a raise. Personally, he is the biggest reason that my group & I had such a lovely experience. Lefty-J's Island Favorites was no exception. I'm glad I let him choose our lunch option for the day. FOOD #19 - Famous Five Star - 9.1 / 10 A combo platter featuring Kalbi Short Ribs, Ribeye Teriyaki Beef, Chicken Katsu, & Teriyaki Chicken. The Kalbi Short Ribs were impressively meaty. Usually, other Hawaiian places serve fattier ribs with scant meat. The ones here were decently substantial & decently trimmed of unnecessary fat. The sauce is thick, savory, with just the right amount of body + sweetness. The Ribeye Teriyaki Beef is similar but in the form of the best cut on meat. No bones, no necessary fat. It's everything I think of when I think "premium beef". I could eat an entire Family Size bowl of this stuff + steamed white rice. Again, the exact same teriyaki sauce is miles above any other Hawaiian place because its thick, umami, & not-too-sweet. The Chicken Katsu is thick + generous in portion. In fact, this plate was a decent portion to satisfy me & my buddy for a few hours before our epic dinner at The Golden Steer. The macaroni salad was refreshing, medium-bodied, & not too creamy. The macaroni noodles were not-too mushy. The salad itself was noticeably less sweet compared to that at other Hawaiian restaurants. The teriyaki chicken was lean & not fatty. Again, the same sauce really carries this protein to a higher level of other Hawaiian restaurants' teriyaki chicken. Like I said, the owners here are putting in a lot of work to make their offerings miles above what other Hawaiian places do. Hot Dog Masubi - 7.5 / 10 Granted, I'm more of a spam masubi kind-of-guy, this was still a refreshing take on a Hawaiian classic. The peculiar redness of the hot dog links is oddly satisfying. A pretty big size for a snack. Rice was well cooked. Seaweed had a nice chew.

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    Regular size kalbi rib plate
    Regular size kalbi rib plate
    Robust Garlic Chicken combo with Ribeye Teriyaki Beef ($20.95)

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    Robust Garlic Chicken combo with Ribeye Teriyaki Beef ($20.95)
    Ai Pono Café

    Ai Pono Café

    3.3
    (527 reviews)
    9.8 mi
    $$

    I'll start by saying I'm a fan of the food "court" layout at the Durango. I use the term court,…read morebut it's more than that. Access to the dining area is right off the self-park elevator. No having to navigate through the casino. This was our first time at Ai Pono Café, but it is officially on our dining-out rotation. Our food was tasty and fresh. I went with the Spicy Ahi Bowl. The rice was sticky and the tuna was not over seasoned...fresh and flavorful. Our table shared the Spicy Poke Nachos. So good. The wonton chips were light and crispy. The restaurant offers plenty of casual seating. It is well lit and airy. The staff was welcoming. Service with a smile.

    My husband's cousin first told us about Ai Pono in Costa Mesa, and when my husband looked it up, he…read morerealized there was a location right here in Las Vegas inside Durango Station. His cousin couldn't stop raving about the food, so we decided to check it out for dinner last night. We ordered the Crackhead Chicken and Da "OG" Beef to share, and I also got a Spam musubi I had been craving. The musubi was HUGE and really hit the spot. We also ordered a side of Crackhead Chicken without the spice for our 1 year old, and she LOVED it. Normally she throws her food, but this time she actually ate it and kept making the cutest "yummy" faces the whole time. The moment I took my first bite of chicken, my reaction said it all. The flavor was INCREDIBLE! It had a perfect balance of sweetness from the coconut and a nice kick from the spices. Everything worked so well together, and the chicken itself was unbelievably moist and juicy. I also loved that the meat was served over the rice, allowing for all the juices to soak in. The rice was soft, flavorful, and just as satisfying. The macaroni salad was hands down my favorite compared to any Hawaiian BBQ spot I've tried. I also had a few bites of the beef, which had an amazing flavor and just the right amount of char to elevate it even more. The only thing that didn't stand out to me was the coleslaw, but we found out later that you can substitute for extra macaroni salad for an additional 50 cents. We will definitely do that next time! Overall, we had a fantastic experience and will absolutely be back whenever we are in the area. One quick note for parents: there are no high chairs available, and we even searched the entire food court. Since it's inside a casino, it's understandable, but just something to keep in mind.

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    Pretty seating area
    Da"Side" Chick (Chicken Sandwich) with fries
    Da"Side" Chick (Chicken Sandwich) with fries
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