When CV opened in SLC & E Denver the tortillas were fresh made & the sauce's & proteins always looked fresh. My recent visit to Smokey hill denver store was fair but not fresh At 1:15 pm The tortillas were pre-made cold & all the sauces & proteins appeared to have been in the steam table for hours. You know that crusty aged food look. Too bad other than the ranch the ingredients needed attention. Oh and this time all the cold beverage options looked great read more

We stopped by here after a trip to the airport. We had not eaten at one in years. The staff greeted us and they were very friendly. The restaurant was brightly lit and open. The food was run-of-the-mill, albeit the flavors in the rice and guacamole saved the day - they were delicious. The chicken in my enchilada was over salted. I might eat here again, but I imagine the all the proteins are mediocre. The guacamole definitely saved the meal. I almost asked for a container to go. For similar type of restaurants, I imagine this was on part with the others. read more

Costa Vida - Chips & Guacamole - Mexican Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

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The restaurant was clean, music playing and several guests enjoying their meals when I entered. That was the best of my experience unfortunately. I ordered the enchiladas and was asked what meat. I stated steak. All I got was a couple of meat pieces out into two small tortillas and then quickly covered with enchilada sauce. I asked for cheese and got a small amount. When I saw that I asked for beans and rice and barely got any of those either. After it came out of the quick oven, I asked for more cheese and was greeted with a scowl and a tablespoon more. The food was barely warm and had no flavor. I grabbed the only bottle of tapatio and was disappointed again as it was almost empty. I used what I could to flavor it up. Just a completely disappointing experience. Taco Bell is much better. read more

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Juanita and her team catered my son's graduation party for 80 guests, and I couldn't be more impressed. They arrived early, fully prepared, and handled everything with professionalism and grace. The food was absolutely EXCELLENT--delicious, beautifully presented, and enjoyed by all. The service was equally outstanding: friendly, polite, and exceptionally attentive. Thanks to Juanita and her team, I was able to relax and truly enjoy the celebration with our guests, knowing that everything related to food and service was completely taken care of. Five-star service and food all the way! Highly recommended! read more

For fast food is not too bad! I am not a fan of fast food but when I don't feel cooking I like to try places like this. I don't even remember what I had... it wasn't bad but it wasn't wowed, just what I expected. read more

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The service was horrible got everything wrong Food was all wrong and never get online read more

Showed up at 7:10 when it doesn't close till 8 and they had doors locked. I could see workers in here but they must have not wanted to work

Continued disappointment!! 303-690-6130-phone disconnected 303-284-6085-no answer after multiple tries Ordered curbside, end up walking in for order. Employee can't confirm correct phone number, phone number on receipt is the one ending in 6130. Order is incorrect, paid for steak tacos, only got chicken. read more

Costa Vida - Chicken tacos, NOT steak - Mexican Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

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Love the food but will never eat here again after what i saw... Smokey hill location had a employee that was helping people get there food in there bowls and would go to the register and check people out then start helping people get there food again. Not once did i see her change her gloves! this is ridiculous and i had thrown my food away and walked out. read more

Not too shabby for a BYOBurrito place but I will say i was very impressed with the staff (very courteous) and the cleanliness of the restaurant (tables were cleared promptly). First time here so i played it safe with the traditional chicken (but I would like to try the raspberry chicken soon). I wasn't sure what to expect other than to feel my hangry face with lots of yummy pico. Something is sweet tho....I couldn't tell if it was the smothering sauce or the rice or the pico but something had a little sugary taste to it (very different indeed). The burrito was way huge so I couldn't eat it all (I know!) so yay for leftovers! Prices are average and the menu simple (so the usual standard non fru-fru) The young man working the register was very attentative to me (and this is fast food mind you) and the seating area. So anyone with previous concerns about the service, the food or the ambiance, come on back and maybe give Costa Vida another go. read more

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Nice quick spot to eat. There were tables that you can eat at and they had some closed off too for current safety measures that are in place. You have a choice of meat : chicken, carne asada, beef barbacoa, veggies. They had a few types of beans , cilantro rice , all the burrito/taco toppings as well different cheeses. I purchased a taco salad and a veggie burrito, they were both plentiful portions. They have Coke products but since I drink soda I am glad they had Horchata (rice cinnamon milk). The service was kind and I enjoyed my lunch. Not a craveable food establishment but I might be back. read more

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Tried this place on a whim and boy, was it a disappointment. I was happy to see different dish options, compared to Chipotle and Qdoba, but man!!!!, talk about flavorless. I tried the enchiladas plate and the spicy sauce was a joke (not spicy at all), the rice was undercooked and in fact, nothing tasted that great. I don't think I'll try this place again read more

I got the sweet pork burrito which i just cant recommend. I have not tried their other meats but they are incredibly stingy with the amount pork they put int the burrito. It was a few strings at most and cant even tell its in there when eating. Just seemed like i was eating a bean and rice burrito. read more

I was beyond excited that a Costa Vida was opening up closer to me than the one I had previously frequented on Lincoln Ave. After meeting up with a friend at a local brewery I was def feeling some chips, queso, and a smothered burrito (though I've also had the salads and baja bowls; they're all delish). ++ They cook/heat your tortillas on a rotating heated stone right there in front of you. ++ The sweet pork is BOMB! Plus, there's a variety of beans and salsas to both add and top your meal with. I personally enjoy the refried beans, because they have a little kick to 'em. ++ Chips and queso! So good. Plus they offer a small size for those solo diners out there. ++ Staff is super friendly and didn't even bat an eye at me running in during the last 15 minutes they were open! Oops! I know I will be back for another Costa Vida fresh Mexican fix! So. Excited! read more

Costa Vida - Salad with sweet pork, black beans, no rice, pico, green chile, and cilantro lime dressing. So good! - Mexican Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

This little fast food place serves up some good food. I've been here 2x now and I will admit to getting same thing both times bc it was so tasty. I really like the sweet pork salad. Love that you can customize the salads. My son in law always gets the sweet pork enchiladas. I will say their Queso is just so-so. Their horchata tasted extra cinnamony. read more

This is a fresh delicious restaurant I love Costa Vida so much but they sometimes mess up your order! It's ridiculous but in all it's a good delicious fresh place. read more

Costa Vida - There is water with beautiful pictures and costa Vidas logo. - Mexican Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

This is one of the worst customer service cost vida's I've been to. Came in earlier today and they refused to put the sauces we wanted on our burritos and barely put anything in the burritos themselves. When we asked for stuff to be put on they threw it on there rudely. Horrible experience. Will never come here again, will only go to the Lone Tree one from here on out read more

Not a bad meal, had a nice large grilled chicken salad for about 9 bucks. The place was clean and well-staffed. Everyone was very friendly and it was quick, however I visited at 2 p.m. and they said their lunch rush was crazy that day. Definitely worth checking out if your interested in quick fresh-mex. read more

Costa Vida - Front - Mexican Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

Shocked at the 3 star reviews! This place is an absolute gem and is by far better than chipotle or qudoba. I would encourage anyone to try it, particularly the shredded beef tacos platter. I also LOVED their kids menu and desserts, key lime was insanely good. Will be coming back regularly. Staff was also excellent. read more

My kids brought home Costa Vida tonight, and they couldn't finish after a few bites. The meat had chewy/crispy texture that is not normal at all. The portion of pork measured to less than 1/4 c., queso had an off flavor and the sour cream was watery and warm. I sincerely hope they don't get sick!!! We have eaten here MANY times, and never had this happen before, to be sure. The server literally put meat in the center of the dish, and surrounded it with chips. Very little substance here, which is unfortunate considering the cost. read more

Service and food are absolutely amazing. I love this place. I highly highly recommend. Please bring them your business.

Food is so good! May not be authentic, but at least it's better some other Mexican food restaurants! I absolutely love this better than Chipotle or Qdoba! read more

It was not always a 5 star! I have eaten at Costa Vida for a long time 15 years I think. This location when it opened had struggles, I personally did not think the food tasted the same as other Costa Vida locations. Well fast forward to the present. I usually eat here 2 to 4 times a week. The food is always good now, portions are perfect and the staff is friendly. You should all come and try it. Where some restaurants that serve Mexican food in the nearby area are falling down hill when it comes to service and food quality. I have to say Costa Vida off of Smoky Hill across from Southlands has kept service and food quality where it needs to be. read more

I expected coastal Mexican food but was sorely disappointed. No shrimp. No fish. The chicken burrito was fine but not worth $10. Chipotle is a much better option. The medium sauce tasted more like a mild. I asked for extra hot sauce and they charge $2.15 for 2 tiny containers. This place is definitely not worth a visit with the mediocre food and expensive prices. read more

If you like Chipotle but want an alternative that's not terrible like Qdoba, then give this place a try. I just get whatever the days special is and call it good. I love the sweet pork and Raspberry Chipotle Chicken. Place is big and never too busy. They have a rewards app and have special deals quite often. Would give it a 5 stars if the staff was a bit more friendly and attentive to your order. Have a few items screwed up but fixed. Also, it's not the best place for takeout unless you live really close. Things can get soggy quick with all the sauces and salsas. read more

Is the food pretty good? Yeah! However, I felt the pricing for a SMALL steak salad was pretty high at almost 9 bucks after tax. Plus, I really don't like the fact they charge extra for literally everything! I even asked for just a little bit more ranch dressing and they said they have to charge me for it! I'm like seriously?! You can go to could Delba and get a lot more bang for your buck. The kids meals are larger at Qdoba and only cost about four bucks versus this was around the same size for nine dollars. Also, I was so "fortunate" to sit next to hands down the most obnoxious group of people I think I've ever overheard talking in my life! They were gossiping about their "friends" and some of the things they said were just unbelievable... quote, "If she's not going to take her Epi Pen with her then she deserves to die!" Ummm, WOOOOW! A whole new level of I don't know what! read more

Costa Vida - Mexican Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

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Family went and got sweet pork salad, tacos and a kids quesdilla. Sweet pork is always great. Place was good, not out of the world! read more

Costa Vida - Mexican Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

The worst Mexican food I've ever had... no flavor or spice...I'm from Los Angeles and this place is a disgrace

I eat here at least once a week if not more. The food is delicious! Portions are big. Prices are decent! I recommend the chicken tacos and make sure to get a side of their creamy ranch sauce - it's soooo good! read more

Great place! You can make healthy choices and enjoy a spacious clean environment. The salads are wonderful if you want a light lunch. The burritos with fresh tortillas are a treat! Love the horchata too. Enjoy ! read more

I've eaten here a few times. The food is decent, and maybe it's just me, but it doesn't taste like anything. Flavorless. I don't know if they need to use more sauce or what. I usually get some sort of chicken dish (enchiladas or burrito) with tomatillo sauce and it always tastes like nothing. I guess I just expect a flavor bomb when I eat somewhere that calls itself a Mexican restaurant. read more

Their sweet pork is excellent, our favorite. The staff is wonderful, explain every sauce and topping. Food is very good, not overly spicy unless you want it that way. We love it! read more

Enjoyed our baja bowls, good flavors but pretty standard. The grilled chicken and sweet pork were so so.

PLEASE - site manager, corporate owners and franchise managers read this. I had a terrible experience here... ZERO STARS if I could!! The short of it is that the employees just don't care. Visited location with wife, ordered a chicken salad and a steak burrito. It was roughly 7 pm and the place was not busy. The Salad was started first- the stuff was sloppily plopped into the bowl and in only VERY small plops of stuff ( literally just a few pieces of meat). As it was almost completed my wife whispers to me "that looks gross, I don't really want it". I told the prepper "never mind on the salad, it doesn't look good". They just starred at me confused, and I again said " no thank you it does not look good" And she just stopped and set it behind her.... at that point I was thinking that I would just share my burrito, so I started watching a little closer to see what was bothering my wife as. my burrito was assembled 1 the employees were all dirty 2 it was sloppily and cheaply/skimpily being assembled ( and I don't like to ask "can you put the proper amount of steak in there?") 3 The restaurant was a mess - dirty tables 4 the ingredients in the chafers and holding bins were decidedly not fresh and all around them was mixed droppings falling into incorrect bins. 5 there was no care, consideration, eye contact, or happiness with ANY of the employees. 6 there was no attempt to correct errors -I would have expected a little more care -ESPECIALLY as the salad (just a moment before) had been rejected. As my burrito was completed I noticed that my wife was looking dubiously at it, but I still paid for it and our two drinks. We started walking to a table with the burrito and drinks, and I was looking at my plate and I realized that I too was thinking that this was going t to be "gross" (to use my wife's words). I pivoted on my feet , and walked it back to the cashier and handed it back to him (untouched) and whispered to him, this does not look appetizing and I don't want it" and held it out for him to take. He looked at me like I was an "ass", ( and not as a dissatisfied customers hat needed help) and took it from my hand. I paused for about 5 seconds to see what his actions would be... and it was simply to turn away from me and look down, no words spoken. We left the restaurant I had paid some odd 14 ? Bucks on my charge card and simply walked off with a couple of expensive sodas. I have eaten at costa Vida before (not this location) and it has been "acceptable". In the past, But this type of service and horribly prepared food has now put all of Costa Vida on the NO WAY EVER list Here is What should have happened..... (along with better local management, training and cleanliness. and franchise oversight.) The INSTANT the salad was being rejected by us ANY (and every) employee (especially the line manager) should have immediately jumped in and asked what was wrong and said "how can I make it right for you", a smile and eye contact would have had immediate benefit. And also, when I returned my burrito to the cashier -in that very instant without hesitation the very same thing should have been said - and or then also an apology and and an immediate offer to fully refund my purchase NONE of those things happened!!! Therefor I basically feel like I was "robbed" -and that will not be forgiven... We drove across the street to The "On The Border" Mexican restaurant - shared the fajitas, watched baseball on the big screen, had a few rounds of margaritas. 5 star food, 5 star service. Alcohol aside, the tab for a HUGE plate of fajitas to share was about the same as both of our sad sack entries would have been at Costa-Crapy - There is seriously no value here other than to watch the cool tortilla smashy thing do its job - My advice- Qdoba and Chiplote are both better at a consistent and equitable process and food assembly, go there instead - the value is so much better. Or "take a load off" and hit a real Mexican restaurant .... Just don't eat at costa-crappy - remember they still owe me 14 bucks!!! read more

I love the sweet pork Baja bowl from here. Too bad my order was wrong and I got chicken... only 3 items on the order, 66% accuracy isn't great read more

I've been here for lunch a few times. It's pretty good mexican food. Not the best I've ever had, but it's pretty light and affordable so it makes for a good lunch. I love the taste of their shrimp, takes a little longer to get, but worth it. read more

Normally pretty good, but not on this day. Food quantity and quality has gone done. Improvement are needed

I would have rated it a 5 but they were out of rice! How can a Mexican place be out if this staple food? All the meals I ordered came with rice, but nothing was offered on its place, like extra beans or something. That was disappointing. They appeared to be fully staffed. Food was made in a timely manner. Staff were efficient it was an okay experience. read more

Good isn't too bad. Staff however... didn't listen to anything my son said when ordering. They also charge extra for salsa and queso, makes sense but we only got about a tablespoon for an extra $2... probably won't be back... read more

This store is extremely rude when you try to exercise your right to refuse to wear a mask. I will keep my money going to a restaurant that appreciates my business and my rights. read more