I love this place and it's still one of my favorite seafood spots in San Jose. The customer service is amazing-- The atmosphere is great as always. The only downside this visit was the capuchana. I remember it being more flavorful and spicier before. This time it was a little bland--not bad, just not the best compared to what I've had here in the past. That said, I'll still gladly make the 45-minute drive. This place is worth it and I'll definitely be back. read more

Went here for the ceviche which was tangy and refreshing. They also give tapatio and ketchup on the side. Ordered the carne asada tacos and burrito without rice. The prices are competitive and it did not take long for the food to come out as well. There are seating areas outside available. read more

La Costa Sabor A Mexico - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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What can I say. I love my taco. This place is a hole in a wall and been around for sometime. Anyone live in San Jose should know this place. Great tacos, awesome service. And the people are very friendly. Here is my scoring card for this restaurant: 1) Location: ( 5 Point ) - Great location for customer to see and find. Great parking for street parking and back side with parking lot parking. 2) Decoration : (2 Point) - They still have the original decoration. Clean. 3) Price: ( 4 point)- The price is competitive but still a little bit pricey compare to other same stars and type food they serve 4) Quality and Taste : ( 3 point)- The quality is good, food taste is good and portions are average . ( must be inflation ) 5) Type of cuisine standard : ( 4 point) - The style of mexican food they serve is pretty close to the way it was prepare in Mexico. Not bad! But some dishes did have slightly modify to cater the customer's need Overall it's not bad and I thinks it's great to give it a try and let me know what you think. Go foodies Total max is 25 Score 18 Stars = 72% round up to 3 stars read more

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I love the tacos at La Costa. The tortillas are perfect, salsa verde is the perfect balance of spiciness and flavor. The meat is tender and juicy. I always order two. I'm sure if I ordered more, I wouldn't be able to stop eating. Highly recommend this hidden gem. There is no photo of my food, as I devoured it as soon as I got home. Maybe next time... read more

Came here for the first time. Decent place to get a quick lunch. The horchata was great. The tacos were really flavorful. read more

La Costa Sabor A Mexico - Tacos - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

PUPUSA's are bomb! Carne asada tacos a good too! Was getting my oil changed and walked over, glad I did. read more

This has been my go-to taco spot for yearsss. I'm a die hard fan of this restaurant. They have some of the best tacos and shrimp ceviche. I was very disappointed to find a little...maggot on my taco this past Saturday. Thank god I was not in a hurry to eat my tacos like I usually do because I would've totally ate the maggot. Management!! Please fully inspect the restaurant and food. Seriously hate to have to write this review. read more

La Costa Sabor A Mexico - I wasn't able to post the video but yeah here it is :( - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

Awesome food!!! The GPS on iPhone will give you the wrong directions but keep going straight and it will be on ur left. The food is awesome! Soooo good and worth the short drive from downtown BUT..... They got my order wrong once and didn't put my sauce on. However, they were busy so I'll give them the benefit of the doubt read more

La Costa Sabor A Mexico - Yummy!! - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

What a great little taqueria! Food is ridiculously cheap but authentic. My girlfriend had the veggie burrito and I had a carnita burrito. They were both excellent and only $3.50! They don't accept credit cards so be sure to bring cash. Don't get this place confused with: La Costa Del Sol 2951 Monterey Rd Ste 60 San Jose, CA 95111 read more

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Plenty of parking in this plaza, but limited seating. I like ordering to-go, then taking my food to enjoy at home! I always order the tostada mixta when I come here, but on a rare occasion, I'll also order a carne asada quesadilla. The tostada mixta is best described as a mixed seafood salad that comes with 2 tostadas and crackers. I add the tapatio and lemon that comes with it, mix it together, and enjoy! So satisfying as a little snack or a light, healthy option. I like breaking off pieces of my tostada to use it to scoop up the seafood salad, but eat it whatever way you like, I'm sure it'll still be delicious! Their quesadillas here are not like regular quesadillas. They're kind of folded, but not quite like a burrito either... Hard to describe, but I swear, they're bomb! Filled with plenty of cheese and meat. My favorite. Craving one as I type this! read more

Honestly one of the best and worst Mexican food spots. The food it's self is okay. But the tortillas are cold. Soft. And chewy. They when you ask to toast them. They say no or get mad. The cheese is never melted. Due to the cold and no toastation. Over all. If your stoned. It's okay. 5/10. read more

Unexpectedly delicious. Thin and crispy tortilla chips. Spicy salsa that's just right. And then there's the pupusa... the purpose of of coming here. So good. Delicious beans too. The staff is friendly. Just a great experience. read more

I'm gonna say it--BEST TACOS IN SAN JOSE! Let me be a little more specific, best AL PASTOR tacos! Been coming here for about 4 years. The Al Pastor never has funny parts. You know this weird, fatty, hard to chew parts? Yea, these tacos don't have that. The little grilled pineapple pieces they put in it is so good. I've tried the carne asada and the chicken tacos too, although they are pretty good, the Al Pastor is by far the best meat option for me. If you're into ceviche, you'll find that their ceviche is fresh, cold and delicious. We avoided this place at first because of the location. But we were missing out. If you want authentic Mexican food, don't sleep on La Costa! The workers speak both Spanish and English. So if you don't speak Spanish, don't worry. Tip: Please tip these guys for their service. They are helpful, friendly and make the food perfectly. These guys deserve all the cash tips they can get! read more

Ordered Veggie burrito with extra onion and no cheese, just awesome, add a drink and you will not believe the total price. Make sure to have cash, they don't accept cards. Seating is fine, not the fanciest mall, but who cares, it is the food that counts. Worth traveling to. read more

CASH ONLY. Had the cabeza burrito. It did not disappoint. The shrimp cevhice was a bit bland in my opinion, but nothing some lime and Tapatio didn't fix. I will definitely come back another time since it is conveniently located right next to where I live. read more

This used to be my go to spot ALL the time. I recently went about two weeks ago and got my usual carne Asada burrito con todo. My favorite thing about this place is the red salsa. For some odd reason it tasted bitter and weird at the same time. Also it was so oily, oil was legit coming out of the foil and through the brown paper bag. I couldn't even eat it, had to open the tortilla up. Not sure what's up with the new cooks or whatever but y'all need to go back to how yo used to make them. read more

Decent price but the SLOWEST service ever. If you come here, expect to wait 25-30min minimum before you get your food.

One of the best taco and burrito spots in San Jose. Everytime I go here the service and quality is still the same..excellent. I always get the cabesa burrito with extra sauce. And these prices are really good. read more

I was looking forward to trying to place out. I got steak burrito and shrimp ceviche. Half way through my burrito I found a hair! So gross! I'm not coming back. I'm trying hard not to throw up. read more

The place, food and service is ok. The only problem is the chips tastes old and stale. I noticed the chips were being recycled. The lady picked up the chips from one table and placed them on the inside counter and re-used them on the next table. The service is friendly. read more

Great price for Mexican food, the cheapest of them all in San Jose. I'd say just go buy the orange sauce at LA VICS and come here order the burritos and what not and save you $$$$. Great customer service as well. Shrimp and Fish ceviche are yummy but a bit sour throw some Tapatio and walaaa.!! read more

This is my go to for Mexican food in south San Jose. The food is great every time, al pastor is top notch! Good service as well.

Standard authentic Mexican cuisine. They keep it simple, they use the right ingredients, they have the right crew & make magic in their shop. Great tacos! read more

This place is very delicious! It is really good and they serve it to you really quick. It is also extremely cheap and worth your money.

This place has always been the spot to stop and have a good burrito. I recommend this place to the whole northern California you will be satisfied with there good guaranteed. No doubt read more

Always my favorite. I'll add steak to almost everything I order at this place. And the Large sodas last for soo long. I love it here.

I LOVE LA COSTA! The food here is amazing! Everything is so cheap. Their service is very good also! Love this place. Would recommend to anyone who is craving authentic Mexican food :-) read more

Went with the chicken super burrito and it had good flavor but a bit too much cilantro. The interior was really warm because the AC was out and the outside tables weren't that clean. read more

Love this place! Food is good and prices are reasonable! Only downside, they only accept cash.

Good and cheap nice seating outside. Good burritos and horchata. Location is kinda bad.

this place gives Super Taq a run for their money!! i have had their quesadillas, ceviche, carne asada tacos and everything exceed my expectations. They use clean and simple ingredients from what i taste but the flavors are amazing and the meat is so juicy and delicious and totally affordable! read more

OMFG this place gave me food poisoning 3 times (I thought the 2nd time I'd give them another chance, and the 3rd time I was like no it can't happen 3 times to me) BUT IT DID! I didn't order the same thing either I ate shrimp and burrito the 1st time the 2nd time I had a torta the 3rd I had soft tacos like THEY DONT WASH THEIR HANDS OR SOMETHING or THEY DONT GIVE A SHIT they'll give it to u like that read more

i love their burritos here! great size quality for such an affordable price! i always break my diet and come to munch away!

My absolutely FAVORITE place to go for a burrito! Everything is made fresh and the onion and cilantro are always fresh too. I have never had a bad experience here. My usual order I steak burrito with avocado they make itgreat read more

The carne asada burrito was only $4.50 and was a good size... not the biggest, but still satisfying. The burrito was also pretty tasty. For the price you probably can't beat them. They also only accept cash which is a pain. read more

The pictures are of a different restaurant named La Costa, as well, located on Santa Clara. This is El Salvadorian food, not Mexican. Not 100% but I think about half the people post about this place thinking it's the other La Costa. read more

best hole in the wall mexican spot in san jose along with best price hands down

you will not go wrong at La Costa. This coming from a picky person. There are many things to love about this restaurant. First the setting. it is an outdoor restaurant which i find completely adorable and creative. Although during the rainy it season might be difficult to find a dry spot, never the less it is still has a unique look. Second, waiting time. waiting time is a breeze. no matter how many people are in line they still manage to make your food correctly and fast. Lastly, the food. it is always properly made. I've never had to send back my food for wrong ingredients. asada is my meat of choice anywhere i go and I've always had to deal with chewy pieces that you have to spit out! yuck! but La Costa's asada is premium and never chewy. Sometimes you food does come out sorta soggy, still delicious though. La Costa is a delicious restaurant and i recommend anyone to try it. You will not be disappointed! read more