La Costanera

La Costanera in Half Moon Bay, California, offers a taste of exquisite Peruvian cuisine in a casual yet classy setting. This restaurant provides a plethora of amenities, including reservations, takeout, delivery, vegan and vegetarian options, wheelchair accessibility, and even a dog-friendly environment. With a full bar, happy hour specials, and live music on weekends, La Costanera offers a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.

The dishes at La Costanera are a true culinary delight, as described by satisfied customers. From perfectly cooked scallops to tender octopus and flavorful prawns, the seafood offerings are a standout. The variety of flavors and textures in each dish, like the coconut rice paired with the seafood, showcase the attention to detail in the kitchen.

With attentive and friendly staff, including standout servers like Guimba, the service at La Costanera enhances the overall dining experience. The restaurant's location at the harbor adds to the appeal, providing beautiful views and a relaxing environment for guests to enjoy their meals.

Overall, La Costanera impresses not only with its delicious food but also with its welcoming ambiance and attentive service. Whether you're a seafood lover or looking to explore Peruvian cuisine, La Costanera is a must-visit destination for a memorable dining experience.

La Costanera Menu

Location

Address: 260 Capistrano Rd Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Phone: (650) 728-1600

🕓 Work Hours
MON Closed
TUE 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
WED 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
THU 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
FRI 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
SAT 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
SUN 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Business info

  • Takes Reservations
    Yes
  • Offers Takeout
    Yes
  • Delivery
    No
  • Vegan Options
    Yes
  • Many Vegetarian Options
    Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible
    Yes
  • Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
  • Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Casual, Trendy, Classy
    Yes
  • Moderate Noise
    Yes
  • Offers Catering
    Yes
  • Good for Groups
    Yes
  • Good For Kids
    Yes
  • Good for Dinner
    Yes
  • Waiter Service
    Yes
  • Free Wi-Fi
    Yes
  • Happy Hour Specials
    Yes
  • Full Bar
    Yes
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • TV
    Yes
  • Heated Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Covered Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Private Dining
    Yes
  • Drive-Thru
    No
  • Bring your own container allowed
    Yes
  • Compostable containers available
    Yes
  • Provides reusable tableware
    Yes

Last Reviews

  • Author: Kimberly H.

    09 August 2024

    Review is from March 2024. My husband and I were visiting the area and decided to have lunch at La Costanera. It was a Saturday afternoon so there was a bit of a wait, but we eventually got seated at a high top table near the bar. We ordered: 1. Scallops Carlitos: The scallops were cooked perfectly, the corn sauce was delicious paired with the scallops, and the togarashi was an interesting addition to give it a bit of spice. 2. Pulpo a la Parilla: The octopus was also cooked perfectly. The purple mashed potatoes added a different texture to the dish but it did make the dish a bit heavy. 3. Langostinos Crocantes: Crispy and plump prawns. Similarly to the Pulpo a la Parilla, the sweet potato puree made the dish a bit heavy but the flavors were still delicious. 4. Pescado a lo Macho: The fish was tender and the dish was full of other seafood, including mussels, clams, calamari, and shrimp. The dish was paired with coconut rice, which we thought was too sweet, but we enjoyed the seafood. The dishes we ordered tasted so fresh and flavorful, I wish we could have ordered everything! We would love to come again if we're in the area!

  • Author: Ozcar Z.

    24 July 2024

    Food is great, excellent service except for the manager who didn't allow us to seat at the bar with my dog even when we showed him all the credentials that prove is a certified service animal

  • Author: Francisco M.

    18 July 2024

    We were a group of five hungry people. We started with the delicious Ceviche de pescado and Peruano to share. Then followed it with an individual entree for each. We had two Pescado Coatanera, Atún Criollo, a Lomo Saltado and Calamari. We were all satisfied with our selection but forgot to leave some room for desert. Also, enjoyable was the duet that was singing latin and English songs. The service was great, but we did not like getting seated on a four person table, after the fact that I had made reservation ahead of time.

  • Author: Nicole M.

    16 July 2024

    Beautiful location, conveniently located at the harbor of Half Moon Bay. Staff is extremely kind and friendly service was great. Outdoors has really great live music on the weekends. Highly recommend making reservations for large groups or walking in with a small group of two or three.