Best Casual Restaurants in East Harlem

Food was amazing. Service could have been better. Server didn’t touch table and service had to be flagged down after multiple attempts. Everyone seemed to have blinders on. Overall delicious meal but service could improve to be in alignment with the reputation of food.

Had a delightful experience last night Our table was ready upon arrival Our waitress was friendly and very professional Took advantage of the price fixe menu everyone loved their food !! Looking forward to returning !

Overall I had a pleasant experience. Was interested in trying the $49 Unlimited ribeye dinner and it was worth the price. It’s not a 5 star prime steakhouse so the quality matched the price. Steak was flavorful. Fries were decent and the salad was simple but did the job. The managers were attentive and our server was entertaining. I would definitely return.

First time at Costa - as a transformed establishment (it used to be a diffrent restaurant with a "speak easy bar" behind a panel. I believe they combined under common ownership with the italian restaurant next door. New menu is broad (combo of Middle Eastern/Mediteranian and Italizn (see restaurant combo comment above). It is well priced for the area (middle of the road with $17-$20 glasses of wine and $30-$50 entrees. Service was attentive and tables were well spaced. However, my first choice for Entee from the menu (Halibut) was sold out and my 2nd choice (Chicken Milanese) with mashed potatoes and brissel sproats ($29) came out with only the protein being hot. Plate sent back and return promptly with sides at correct temp. My wife order the Trout special and reported it was "very good"

The bar was a bit disappointing - avg drinks and $13 for a mocktail was too much! Saving grace are the mussels and frites. Huge mussels and oh so tasty. Should have skipped the lobster roll. Excellent staff.