Costa

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   Adam

   New York City

   50 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   50 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   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"
   

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   Wendy

   New York City

   2 reviews

   3.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Salads, pasta entree and chocolate cake dessert were good, but chicken and fish entrees and cheesecake dessert were overcooked and dry. The back room is loud, but the front room has nice ambiance. On a previous quieter night we had very good chicken and fish entrees.
   

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   Marjorie

   New York City

   8 reviews

   vip
   3.0

   8 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   My husband and I ate at Costa with friends, another couple, and very much enjoyed our food. It’s great to be able to eat in a NY restaurant where you can actually hear each other speaking without having to scream at each other. Unfortunately, the restaurant charges a 3 percent surcharge for credit card users. That left a bad taste in my mouth.
   

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   andrea

   New York City

   2 reviews

   4.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 8 December 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Delicious pasta bolognese, artful decor. Nice neighborhood haunt.
   

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   Chris

   New York City

   100 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   100 reviews

   Dined on 7 December 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Solid food, but unremarkable. Pleasant environment, nice staff.
   

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   Sahba

   San Francisco

   3 reviews

   4.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on 21 November 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Very nice and pretty neighborhood restaurant. The food is very good. I prefer the front room, close to the bar, because I think one gets better service there and it's prettier. The back is nice if you want a quiet place, but the service there is less good. They don't see the guests there as easily.
   

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   Liana

   New York City

   11 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   11 reviews

   Dined on 8 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   What a lovely evening, great service, live music, beautiful atmosphere.
   

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   Anastasios

   New York City

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 11 October 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I recently had the pleasure of dining at Costa, and it was an unforgettable experience! From the moment I stepped in, the ambiance was warm and inviting, with soft lighting and a stylish, modern décor that created a perfect atmosphere for a relaxed evening. I started with the tuna fig salad, which was a delightfully fresh and flavorful combination of ingredients. The presentation was beautiful, and each bite was a perfect balance of taste and texture. For the main course, I chose the steak frittes, and it was simply outstanding. The steak was cooked to perfection—juicy, tender, and seasoned exquisitely. The service was equally impressive. Our server was attentive, knowledgeable, and made excellent recommendations, ensuring that we had everything we needed throughout the meal without being intrusive. To finish off, the tiramisu was a revelation! It was the perfect sweet note to end the evening, with just the right amount of indulgence and finesse. Overall, Costa exceeded my expectations. The food, atmosphere, and service combined to make this one of the best dining experiences I’ve had in a long time. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable meal!
   

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   Johm

   New York City

   50 reviews

   5.0

   50 reviews

   Dined on 11 October 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing dinner and drinks:) Top of the line Service. Had the halibut!!!! Amazing
   

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    Kamal

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 11 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Great atmosphere. Food delicious. Service was prompt will definitely visit again
    

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