Vivianna attended us and was absolutely wonderful. The guacamole was freshly made in front of us. All our dishes was delicious! Definitely will go back when visiting Ft Lauderdale again.

Hidden gem!! The restaurant offers authentic Honduran/Latin cuisine, with exceptional food, drinks, service, atmosphere, and presentation, earning a perfect 10/10 score in our books. Rodrigo, our server, was attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. The regular house Margarita and Passion fruit margarita we ordered were both excellent. During our visit at 2:30pm, the restaurant was not super busy. We can’t wait to return to try the burgers and steak hanger..

This is, without a doubt, the best Mexican restaurant I've experienced in South Florida! The atmosphere is immediately inviting and lively, setting the stage for a wonderful meal. The service was truly outstanding; the staff were attentive, friendly, and clearly dedicated to providing a memorable experience. And the food? Absolutely incredible. Each dish was bursting with authentic Mexican flavors, tasting fresh and wonderfully homemade. To top it off, the drinks were expertly prepared and perfectly complemented the meal. If you're looking for an exceptional Mexican dining experience, look no further – I wholeheartedly recommend this restaurant!

The best fried fish with exquisite seasoning—you can’t go wrong! The customer service team is excellent, always attentive, and friendly. I also love the drinks. Highly recommended!

KC Clark

My husband and I came here our first night in Fort Lauderdale and were blown away. It was a reasonable volumn inside to have dinner unlike some of the other restaurants around that are blasting music. It’s a bit off the main path but so worth it. The margaritas were delicious (we got blackberry and strawberry). The food had so much flavor and was scumtipuous. We had reservations somewhere else for our second night and I cancelled them so that we could come here instead again.

Jeremy B

I only have one experience here and I typically would not be writing a review of a Ft. Lauderdale Beach restaurant unless it was negative, but I am completely impressed by La Costa, Olas. It is described as a "Latin American" Restaurant, being Honduras/Mexican owned (not Cuban). This is NOT a typical Mexican style restaurant either. The menu is much more Central American inspired, with a bit of Mexican staples you could eat for every meal. Not sure if its a chain or a stand alone but definitely has the atmosphere of a small family owned place, in the heart of the FTL action. The beef spare ribs is not a lot of food, but one of the better meals I have ever had, and I have had many at other great restaurants. Their homemade Chimichurri sauce (cilantro, lime, butter, rosemary...) is phenomenal and the thinly sliced ribs were perfectly buttery, garlic appropriate and of course the perfect amount of sauce. I got the potatoes and plantains as my sides and neither disappointed. The potatoes are worth a mention as the texture was perfectly soft but would pick up with a fork stab easily and the perfect simple butter, rosemary and lightly salted which balanced out the powerful taste of the spare ribs garlic and buttery rosemary. It was PERFECT! My wife got somewhat of a sampler platter and WOW it was amazing (well it must have been because she wasn't sharing much...lol Special mention on the amazing black beans and rice. And also the fried pork belly strips OMG!!! There was also skirt steak with chimichurri on there and plantains and other amazing things. Overall All Amazing !!! You have to go there. It was busy so good early or call ahead.

Jamie Heater

Truly my favorite meal I’ve had in awhile. I do not leave reviews, ever, I despise the negative review culture. But for this meal I would like to give a HUGE shout out. Bartender made me my own personal guacamole, my “house” margaritas came out smoking, literally, and the campechano mocajete was the best food I’ve eaten in years. I’ve never had better pork chops and the carne y pollo was also cooked to perfection. I’m in love ans would be back every day if I didn’t still have enough leftovers for the rest of the week ❤️❤️❤️

Kamal Sarao

The food was absolutely delicious, and I truly enjoyed every bite. Everything was fresh and full of flavor, which made the experience even better. The server was very kind, attentive, and made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. Service was impressively quick without feeling rushed. On top of that, the prices are very affordable for the quality and portion sizes offered. Overall, it was a wonderful dining experience, and I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for great food and excellent service.

Shahla Brown

Went in for drinks but smelled so good, we stayed for dinner. Everything was great! Drinks were great tasting and not watered down. the food tasted fantastic and the staff were all super friendly, including our waitress whose name I wish i could remember. She helped us pick what we ate and we truly appreciate her suggestions. Atmosphere is great for a date or hanging out with friends.

Caitlyn Richmond

I joined my husband on his lunch (and personally just had margaritas and churros..). Food was delicious (my husband had the swai) and service was quick and attentive. Thank you :)

Marisol Rocha

Step into an authentic Latin cuisine fusion haven right in the heart of Las Olas! From the moment you enter, you’re transported to a vibrant island atmosphere, with a colorful interior and welcoming smiles from the staff. You instantly feel at home! Their traditional Mexican and Honduras dishes are absolutely delicious, with standout favorites like the mouthwatering CANPECHANO MOLCAJETE and the guacamole, handmade to perfection right before your eyes. And let’s not forget their organic handcrafted cocktails— simply divine! Whether you’re here for a casual brunch, a romantic date, or just a spontaneous visit, La Costa Las Olas never disappoints. 🌴✨

Sean White

Everything was incredible. The food was absolutely out of this world. The service was on point and friendly. I genuinely believe they give an a plus effort in providing top notch service and they did it. Kudos and the best of luck to this establishment, it deserves the business

Diana N

I really like this place, the service was super friendly. My Michelada and molcajete were amazing. Next time I come back to Florida I will return to this place.

Danielle Simone

Great food and menu! The quality is great and very flavorful. Rodrigo was our server, he was super friendly and helpful to recommend great dishes. He went over a lot of menu options and explained them to us. Everything we ordered was delicious, we’ll be back!

Acoustík

Vivianna attended us and was absolutely wonderful. The guacamole was freshly made in front of us. All our dishes was delicious! Definitely will go back when visiting Ft Lauderdale again.

Ay Nayra

This is, without a doubt, the best Mexican restaurant I've experienced in South Florida! The atmosphere is immediately inviting and lively, setting the stage for a wonderful meal. The service was truly outstanding; the staff were attentive, friendly, and clearly dedicated to providing a memorable experience. And the food? Absolutely incredible. Each dish was bursting with authentic Mexican flavors, tasting fresh and wonderfully homemade. To top it off, the drinks were expertly prepared and perfectly complemented the meal. If you're looking for an exceptional Mexican dining experience, look no further – I wholeheartedly recommend this restaurant!

VALERY GOMEZ

The best fried fish with exquisite seasoning—you can’t go wrong! The customer service team is excellent, always attentive, and friendly. I also love the drinks. Highly recommended!

Jordana Bonville

Hidden gem!! The restaurant offers authentic Honduran/Latin cuisine, with exceptional food, drinks, service, atmosphere, and presentation, earning a perfect 10/10 score in our books. Rodrigo, our server, was attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. The regular house Margarita and Passion fruit margarita we ordered were both excellent. During our visit at 2:30pm, the restaurant was not super busy. We can’t wait to return to try the burgers and steak hanger..

One of the best in town. I am so glad we found this hidden gem while on vacation in FL. The food is delicious! Also good place for family with kids. We were here every other day for dinner :). Favorites on the menu: Carne Asada with coconut rice and Pico de gallo guaca guaca. Yummy! Our kids enjoyed the food very much as well. Be sure to try their taco Tuesdays!

A surprising Mexican gem hiding just off the beach. Their jalapeño margarita was one of the best I’ve had even though they used Serrano peppers, just the right zing. Their chips were fresh and warm however served with pico de gallo rather than salsa. They do however provide a bottle of home made salsa that, when mixed with the pico de gallo, gave the perfect blend of flavors and spice. I ordered steak fajitas that came well prepared with fresh ingredients. There was no wait to be seated and the staff provides friendly attentive service. The ambience is quaint, they could use more floor space and parking, time to grow this place. A good value.

Amazing food and fairly priced. People are amazing here. Muchas gracias Daniela!!!!

Amazing food - everything was fresh and homemade delicious - guacamole made tableside - the best plantains and fajitas I’ve ever had. I can’t wait to come back!

A hidden gem in Las Olas. When people say we will never find the best food in the popular areas. You have to get a little off the beaten path. This is one of those places. We stumbled upon La Costa after walking past all of the restaurants on the beach front and not quite finding anything we wanted. We rolled the dice on trying this restaurant and we were very happy that we did. Our waitress was attentive and the manager came over to check on us and was able to give us some solid recommendations. Very happy we decided to come here and we will definitely be back whenever we are in Las Olas.

I’d like to start by saying this wasn’t my first visit at La Costa. It came highly recommended by a cousin of mine and I went earlier this year. Definitely enjoyed my first experience much more than today, however I still give it 5 stars for a few reasons. 1. Amazing service (today, they had a staff shortage and I wish we were attended to a little better, but I understand the issue they had and still feel they did their best) 2. The food is ALWAYS fresh and so delicious. At this point, all I know is that it’s a great fusion of a few Latin cuisines that blend effortlessly. 3. The price is fair for the quality received. 4. The drinks! Always good, always on point. 5. The location- for me, location can make or break a restaurant and whether I even visit (sorry, not sorry) this is right on las olas Blvd., prepare for minimal parking ahead of time or visit during off-peak hours.

This was amazing. The food was delesios and the vibe was on the spot🫶 One of the best places I have eaten⭐️

+2

Authentic Honduran/Latin/Mexican fusion! A flavor explosion! My wife and I truly enjoyed La Costa! Great service and strong drinks! I highly recommend the Honduran chicken and coconut rice dishes! We will definitely be back soon!

La Costa Las Olas very satisfied great dishes plate presentations outstanding service by my waitress Elisa very friendly engaging suggestions from menu best cappuccino presentation in town. Management is on top of details 👌 and quality service. Highly recommended.

+6

Everything from when you're greeted, to ordering your food and finally eating it, was awesome. Vivi and her trainee were great. Definitely recommend this place if you're in Ft. Lauderdale FL. Here are our before and after pictures. Enough said!

Absolutely dope! Amazing food and atmosphere! Incredible location... Just wow. Florida has all the good stuff! And this is one of them!! P.S. 👇 Get the Horchata you see in the picture!! ... FIRE 🔥🔥🔥

This place is right before the bridge before Las Olas. It has good food with lunch specials during weekdays. I got a nice pork chop for $13. They only think I would warn is that the can soda is not priced $1.75 like it says on the menu but during the lunch special it’s $3.75. If you are like me who can drink a gallon of Diet Coke in a sitting you want to be mindful of that. Otherwise the owners and staff are really nice and the portion js rather large for what you pay for. I would highly recommend this place.

I don’t have a ton of restaurants I would put everything on the line to recommend but THIS is the place. The Honduran tacos are insanely good and they make their own hot sauce that is exceptional. This place is the best.

This place is a hidden gem of delicious, authentic Mexican/Honduran food in Fort Lauderdale. We enjoyed it so much we went two times. Rodrigo was our server. He was so helpful in our menu selections and treated us like royalty. Everything was delicious and presented beautifully. This place is located right off of the Main Street that runs along beaches. Both times, we were there for late lunch/early dinner.

We just arrived in Ft. Lauderdale and we were in the mood for Mexican food. A quick search led us here and boy did we hit the jackpot! Food was incredible, Rodrigo helped us out and he was such a pleasure! Hopefully this lets me add photos of the dishes we got because wow! It tastes as good as it looks! Meats were juicy and everything was flavorful. Get in here!!

La Costa, Olas is located across from the new Las Olas parking garage and provided an excellent food and service experience. We arrived expecting Mexican food and were surprised to see authentic Honduran dishes on the menu. Our server, Alejandro, explained that there is a mix of Mexican, Cuban, and Honduran dishes on the menu and had excellent recommendations for us. Since we were originally in the mood for Mexican fare, we decided to order the Guacamole (Pico De Guac Guac) and Elotes (Corn on the cob) for starters. The Guac was delicious and the corn on the cob was spicy and scrumptious but the chips that came out with our Guac were a bit stale. Fortunately, that was the only low point of our meal. Our table ordered Carne Asada with French fries and coconut rice, Roatan's Coconut beef ribs, and an order of Carnitas tacos ( comes with 4 tacos unless it's Taco Tuesday, where the you can order each taco individually). Being no strangers to Central American cuisine , we could immediately tell that this is Honduran Coastal Atlantic cuisine which is heavily Caribbean influenced. Hence the coconut use in their dishes. Everything tasted amazing and pleasantly different than what I am use to. Being born in Miami, from a Nicaraguan background and eating all kinds of Central American cuisine all my life from Guatemala, El Salvador, Costa Rica and Honduras, this was a great foray Into the Caribbean coastal cuisine of Central America. Not common to find but oh so delicious. I highly recommend you give this place a shot and try their more traditional Honduran dishes when you go. Service was excellent , food was excellent, presentation was excellent and everything was very clean. I am so happy to have found somewhere close where I can order my Baleadas and Sopa de Mariscos whenever I have the craving. Our server, Alejandro, was extremely warm and welcoming and helped us decide on what is best to order. I will definitely be going back very soon

+2

The kind of restaurant that the kid is doing homework in a table, the man is screaming at the woman, you don't know who is family and who is not. Excellent. Best Mexican food I've ever had. Fresh ingredients, the meat was perfect, quacamole was perfect. Highly recommend. Couldn't be better.

Discovering this Latin Restaurant was beyond my expectations. The food and drinks were amazing from presentation to taste. The staff are friendly and service is phenomenal. This is a must to experience in Ft Lauderdale.

+2

Stopped here thanks to great reviews here and close to our hotel….it was phenomenal!!! Rodrigo was fantastic server and the food was SUPERB!!! Highly recommend the chips and queso and the homemade tortillas are delicious!!!

Definitely the best and definitely the only authentic food in FLL. Love the staff and owner too!! Everything the 9 of us had was some of the best we ever had - mocajete, ceviche, gauc, tacos - all are for real.

Stopped in looked so inviting. Wonderful vibe, outstanding food, entire staff is so friendly and welcoming. Best food and experience. Next trip we will head straight here. Highly recommend!!

I've gone to La Costa twice this month. This is a little hidden gem tucked away on Las Olas right before the bridge. The food is spectacular. The Nacho plate is a very creative mix delightfully tasty and perfect for sharing. I've also had the Honduran Enchilada... OMG the best enchilada!!! The service is so spot on. Courteous, friendly, quick, full of information on all menu items. Oh, and u simply must have a fresh fruit juice. Ask for the samples and then choose ur favorite. In closing, when u r on Fort Lauderdale Beach u must stop and try it for yourself. You won't be disappointed.

+6

Great spot for authentic Mexican Fusion. Great portions and excellent service. A mistaken visit when visiting Ft. Laud ⛱️ with the family 💯

+2

We where the last people to walk in for the night, they were kind enough to stay for us. The music was good, environment was super clean. Although we didn’t have food the drinks where great! I’d definitely recommend the tamarindo mojito, the kaña was a nice touch to the drink to chew on. We are on vacation and will be coming back for lunch or dinner.

I absolutely loved dining here and will definitely go back whenever I do visit Fort Lauderdale in the future. The employees were so friendly. Up for an island taste? Be sure to try their passion fruit juice & fried snapper (pescado) with coconut rice & tostones😋 It was huge & delicious! Very clean restaurant with a very comforting aroma❤️

Food: Excellente Presentation, Excellent Flavor. Place: Beautiful decoration. Price: Affordable. Note: I love the food 😋 was perfect.

+1

We loved it! Great food! The presentation on everything was just beautiful too!

Such great food and excellent service! I had the El Cubano and the fried plantains stuffed with shrimp! The food was delicious and so fresh! The Michealada with the tajin stirring stick was so good! A vast majority of the staff spoke Spanish and one guy who was translating for them. I wish I had caught his name because he was great! I highly recommend checking this place out if you are in Fort Lauderdale!

I am so glad me and my party stumbled upon Las Olas. The restaurant is clean and immaculately decorated. The service was perfect, the bartender/our server brought us drink samples from the bar and showed us several favorites on the menu. The food was some of the best Latin food I’ve had (I had the molcajete campechano). This is one of my favorite restaurants in the US now!

Very cute place. The outside is understated so we didn't know what to expect as we are not from this area. Food was delicious and very authentic. Really cute place with great service.... worth checking out! And great happy hour pricing for lunch!

Hands down the best al pastor tacos I’ve had in a long time! The ambiance was great, with the flower wall and decor adding a nice touch. Rodrigo was amazing—very kind and attentive. The ceviche was to die for, and the fajitas were fantastic. 10/10 would recommend this place! I’ll definitely come back when I’m in Fort Lauderdale again from Canada. Thanks!

The food was great. Everything—from the fresh guacamole and perfectly melted cheese to the flavorful tacos—was amazing. Each dish was delicious and thoughtfully prepared. The margarita was also excellent. I highly recommend this place and would gladly return if I had the chance.

This place was soooo good! We came 2 times on our 4 day vacation! We had the Cuban sandwich twice because it was soooo good! We also had the carne asada and the birria quesadilla and they were incredible. The drinks were also cute and delicious. If you don't come here when you're in town, you're missing out!

This place is truly special, we are Ukrainian couple, which means that we can be picky when it comes to food, but La Costa restaurant gets 5 stars and more from us for everything we ordered, their homemade food is divine, excellent service, friendly staff, especially our server Rodrigo. Delicious drinks too, yet - it is affordable! Definitely would recommend to anyone and we will be back ourselves.

Food was great and our servers Liz and Vivian were extremely friendly! Bathrooms were clean. Ambiance was good except I was expecting more Latin music rather than club music. Everything was fresh and drinks were really good too. You will pay for the fresh food but it was worth it! A little off the beaten path but worth the effort! Parking lot is a little small so I recommend walking.

Visiting before our cruise. The hospitality by the owners was welcoming, friendly, and warm. The food and drinks made the experience even more enjoyable. The passion fruit margarita was just how I like it...sweet and strong. The birria tacos were delicious, it was accompanied with a thicker type of consume that was full of flavor. We will be back when we are in the area again!

Food was delicious. Snapper was nice and hot with a good taste. Rice and tostones were good, service was fast and good. Flor was lovely very helpful. Definitely coming back.

I visited Fort Lauderdale for a week. Came here three times. Everything is delicious. They present the food with care. The wait staff is really nice. Delicious fresh squeezed orange juice. Good after food cafe con leche. Each plate is something special.

Really great experience. They kept my drink full and were real good to converse with. It happened to be the night of the Miami game where Messi was playing so they had him up on the big screen and I really enjoyed being able to relax, drink beer, have some great food and watch soccer.

+6

The food and service was incredible. Rodrigo was our server. He was very well versed in the menu and gave us amazing recommendations. The strawberry margarita was made with all fresh ingredients and the mojito was awesome. Easily the best margarita and mojito we have ever had. The Chimichurri steak was cooked at a perfect temp and very tender and so flavorful. The steak and shrimp fajitas were served in a very unique and incredible sauce. We did not come on a Tuesday but Rodrigo shared with us they have a great taco Tuesday taco and margarita special. We will be back for sure and highly recommend you check this place out!

Came to La Costa and was pleasantly surprised! The food, the service and atmosphere was amazing! We had the whole snapper, freshly made guacamole and the jalapeño margarita. Great flavor!

+4

With only 3 months of having opened their doors, this place is already a hidden gem in town! Let’s start out with attention to Service. Alejandro (like Lady GaGa’s song as he says) literally opened the door for us as we walked up to the restaurant. Greeted us with the warmest smile and catered to our experience from that moment on. He promised that we were in for the best food experience yet and he delivered just that! The bartender, Rodrigo also made sure he came by to eagerly tend to us and make sure we were taken care of. The food was so fresh, and the flavors of everything we ordered was one surprising moment after the next! My favorite was the presentation of all of their dishes! From the towering artisan bean dip and chips, to the coconut rice and beans side dish hidden under an actual halved coconut shell. They don’t spare on the presentation details that make you smile! La Costa, Olas (the exterior sign says La Costa Mexican Latin Cuisine) include dishes from Mexico, Honduras, Colombia, and Central America to name some so you’ll have a one stop shop of multicultural authentic dishes to pick from! We got there too early for it that day but they also have live Mariachis (my favorite) Sundays at 6pm and live music Tuesdays as well! I highly HIGHLY recommend you put this on your dining list of places to try! The food, the service and the ambience is definitely refreshing and I can’t wait to go back!!

+3

Read the reviews before i went and I want to say, this place is great! Walked in alone and sat at the bar. Rodrigo served me and I ordered the steak burrito and jalapeño margarita. He was very nice and asked in detail how I wanted both the burrito and drink. I read some people thought it had no flavor but It's not that.. they bring u 3 sauces with it to make it exactly to your liking! I prefer to decide how spicy I want something or not. I went with the green sauce and it was perfect! Just the right amount of everything on it. Will come again and try something else.

We had the best experience at this restaurant! Juan was our server and couldn’t have been more helpful! We ordered guac to start which Juan made right at our table and it was delicious! We each got different entrees and all of them came out with a beautiful presentation and all had delicious flavors! I had the “seafood tower” and it was incredible. We also had the carne asada, churrasco, and pollo chuco. I had a blackberry mojito and my husband had a Jalapeño Marg and both were top notch!! Do yourself a favor and go here.

Really nice place. The decor is nice and eclectic. very good selection of sandwiches, salads, tacos and others. Everything we had was delicious.

One of the best Mexican restaurant! Amazing food !!! Delicious and looks perfect. We had carne asada and fajitas what i can really recommend if you like beef. One thing what i like is menu on iPad with pictures of everything in menu perfect idea if you don’t know what is what in Mexican food.

Definitely the best food we've had since our arrival in Fort Lauderdale. My husband had the barria tacos and said they were the best he's had since leaving Texas. I ate the Mar Y Tierra and it did not disappoint. The wait staff was so friendly and made our experience that much better. Overall much better than the restaurants right on the beach.

Everything was excellent , I ordered the Swiss green enchiladas and my fiancé ordered the pepper steak. Staff is great, food did not take too long to come out and it was delicious!!! Highly recommend.

The best of the best! Words are not enough to describe Paola service and her commitment to details. Highly recommended!!

Great little place. Food was amazing, all fresh and truly authentic. Staff and service was excellent. Definitely worth a visit!

It seems a bit exaggerated if i say it’s the best food I’ve ever had. At least I could say it’s the best I’ve had so far in this 2 weeks trip. Plus the gentle covered in cool tattoos provides amazing service definitely enhancing our experience here.

Thanks to Noelia, my mother and I had a great dining experience. She was very helpful and knowledgeable when it came to questions regarding the menu and very kind as well as making sure we were satisfied with every aspect of our meal. The food at this establishment is by far exceptional and enjoyable as well as the atmosphere and the decorations they have to tie into the true latin culture. 10/10 all around.

Food was made with a lot of passion and professionalism. Chris our server was outstanding. I can ask for the sample tray before you order your drinks

+6

I was so thrilled to happen upon this gem on vacation that I dined there twice! Every single staff member was welcoming, kind and funny! They offered fabulous recommendations and explained the local ingredients so I can recreate some of their specialties at home. The food presentation is inventive, the portions are huge and, most importantly, it’s amazing. Some of the best nachos I’ve ever had and the skirt steak was incredible. Highly recommend.

Traveling thru Fort Lauderdale for one night. This is a must Experience. My wife and I tried two of their traditional entrées, and they were awesome! If you are anywhere near this area, this is a must!! We had the tacos Hondurenños and tacos cacheteados both excellent! They were awesome and a great break from traditional Latin American chain food!!

Highly recommend!!! Walked across the street after the FL Margarita Fest and found this absolute gem. Margarita maybe better than all the ones we tasted at the festival! Nohela greeted and served us and was incredibly attentive and hospitable. Cubano was 10/10 and I’ll probably get another one or two before I leave town.

Place has some of the best menu combinations of Latin I have ever seen. They have a tablet showing EVERY single dish and what it looks like, so no surprises. Has the best of the best mixes of Mexican, Argentinian, cuban and other types of Latin foods. Had the biria quesadilla and al pastor tacos and they were top tier. The breakfast looks absolutely amazing. We will be back.

Husband had fajitas - " Best he's ever had" and he orders all the time at other locations. I had Swai fish and it was stupid good. Friend had the quesadia and she cleaned her plate. Highly recommend. Friendly server. Must stop in.

I stopped in for lunch, I was hungry from shopping. I DO NOT regret My decision. The guacamole was made fresh in front of me. The margaritas were strong and you can't go wrong with the street tacos. If your in the area you have to go.

OMG the shrimp tacos! These are the best shrimp tacos I've ever had in my life. So simple but so tasty. And the amount of shrimp!!!! I couldn't believe how many shrimp were in those tacos. WOW! The tacos came with 2 different salsa offerings. One was "spicy". We felt they both had kick but different flavors but we really enjoyed them. I liked the "spicy" one a lot! I had to order the cuban toast as well because I saw so many reviews for it. I had no idea what to expect.... Spoiler alert - it is just toasted bread with butter. That's it. Save your money on this. The service was quick and friendly. Our drinks stayed refilled - which is very important when you are eating spicy salsas.

Great spot for delicious food right in the heart of beautiful Fort Lauderdale beach. On Las Olas just off A1A. Delicious Latin favorites with a central American spin. Great drinks 🍸 too. There is a big parking garage next door. Ask for Isaac. The entire tell were amazing servers.

+2

Hands down the best al pastor tacos I've had in a long time!!! The ambience was nice with the flower wall and decors. Workers are kind and attentive. The deep fried snapper was to die for as well. 10/10 would recommend this place. I'll for sure come back here when I come down to Fort Lauderdale again from Canada. Thanks!!!

This is an absolute MUST for dinner. Amazing blends of dishes with flavors that jump off the plate. Family staff that takes care of you. JP was our server and his food recommendations were spot on. Food presentation only enhanced the experience. Highly recommend eating here. Simply amazing! Thank you for a wonderful evening.

This place is a must go. As a New Orleanian you might smight me for this 👀☀️. But the food is of equal comparison. Never before have I experienced such flavor and atmosphere and out waitress Cynthia a beautiful guide into the amazing food that is La Costa. My first introduction into the delicionsnous of the food was the shrimp tostones an this wonderful red sauce. It was here that I knew this expericance was going to be a wild ride of flavor. As a main I had the chimi Churri churaso coconut rice and sweet plantain. Can I just say that the flavor of the meat knocked me out the chimi Churri butter sauce was so rich with a garlicy flavor that was not over powering but complementary, and as recommended by our waitress Cynthia I got the coconut rice that tasted like they had just picked the young coconut from the tree. I was very please by the beautiful modern and traditional atmosphere walking into this place was like walking into a dream and the aroma in the air intoxicated me to stay. I am very pleased with the service as well as my experience here.

+1

I went on vacation with my girlfriend to Fort Lauderdale, and we were staying in the area. We were looking at the reviews and we saw that the Beef Soup at "La Costa" has great reviews. So we went and tried it and we were amazed, plus discovered plenty of other mexican and Latin American dishes. They have happy hour specials on drinks guys, and OMG, their Passion Fruit Margaritas are AWESOME!! It's a must try. They also have lunch specials as well and all the portions are well served, you definitely will be satisfied. All the crew were very friendly and they made us feel part of the family.

We stumbled upon this restaurant by chance, and it turned out to be such a delicious surprise! The food and specialty drinks were incredible. They even brought us samples of their fresh juices and flavored margaritas, which was such a fun touch. There were six of us, and everyone truly enjoyed their meals. We started with the guacamole, which they prepare right at your table—fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. We ordered the steak tacos al pastor, churrasco steak, the limón-grilled chicken, and the kids’ chicken meal. Everything was cooked perfectly and full of flavor. We’ll definitely be visiting again!

La Costa Mexican Restaurant is a true hidden gem tucked away near Fort Lauderdale Beach, and I’m so glad I stumbled upon it! The food was absolutely delicious, making it a standout spot I’ll definitely return to, despite some service hiccups. The menu offers authentic Mexican flavors that hit all the right notes. I loved the carne asada tacos—tender, perfectly seasoned beef with fresh cilantro and onions on warm corn tortillas. The chicken enchiladas with verde sauce were equally impressive, with a tangy kick and melty cheese that made every bite comforting. The complimentary chips and salsa were fresh and addictive, setting the tone for a great meal. Prices are reasonable, offering excellent value for the quality, much like the good pricing I’ve enjoyed at other local spots. Service, however, was a bit slow. Our waiter was friendly but seemed overwhelmed, and it took longer than expected to get our drinks and meals, even though the restaurant wasn’t overly busy. La Costa is a must-visit for Mexican food lovers seeking authentic flavors in a low-key setting. I’ll definitely come back for the food

+4

My son and I participated with a school beach cleanup and decided this eatery based on an Internet search and photos of others. This is the best meal we've had in a restaurant in a long time. Everything we ordered had incredible fresh flavor, incredible variety and the presentation was beautiful. In addition Rodrigo who attended to us was so patient, professional and made our lunch delightful- unparalleled service! We live in Miami, the drive is not fun but we will be back with the rest of the family to now, our new favorite. Rodrigo and the rest of the staff, thank you for a great meal and experience!!

+2

I recently dined here, and I can confidently say it was an incredible experience! The food was a solid 10/10 – every dish was flavorful, well-prepared, and beautifully presented. The drinks complemented the meal perfectly, and the service was attentive and friendly throughout the night. (Monserrat nos recomendó algunos platos que nos encantaron, Gracias✨) The restaurant itself is beautifully decorated, with a welcoming atmosphere that made the evening even more enjoyable. Everything was clean and well-maintained, adding to the overall fantastic experience. Highly recommend it to anyone looking for great food and a wonderful dining environment!

+6

This was some of the BEST food I’ve had while visiting Florida over the years. Environment was friendly, clean, food was amazing, drinks were great! We had a server named Issac, he was so friendly and supplied great service. He was also very personable to my younger children which they thought was pretty cool :) They had a great menu selection to choose from also! I love an ordering whole snapper and this one was the most delicious one I’ve ever had. Overall this experience was 10/10 and I understand why they live up to their high reviews. They deserve it!

The food and staff was amazing here i highly recommend for anyone visiting Ft Lauderdale. Great tacos and margaritas!

I love this place! Beautiful lighting inside and out, and very warm and welcoming. I very much enjoyed the lemon/ginger tea, guacamole, and Swiss cheese enchiladas. Ernesto was the best server! And everyone there was so kind! Thank you so much 🙏

Fabulous find!! We went for dinner…best tacos I’ve ever had!! The food was delicious! The guacamole was made fresh right at the table! Our server was friendly, polite and attentive! Carolina, the owner was a delightful lady! We had a great conversation with her while we were there…visiting from NJ. Highly recommend this wonderful, family owned restaurant with such delicious food!!

Sarah Shields

I love this place! Beautiful lighting inside and out, and very warm and welcoming. I very much enjoyed the lemon/ginger tea, guacamole, and Swiss cheese enchiladas. Ernesto was the best server! And everyone there was so kind! Thank you so much 🙏

Jahaira Holder

We stumbled upon this restaurant by chance, and it turned out to be such a delicious surprise! The food and specialty drinks were incredible. They even brought us samples of their fresh juices and flavored margaritas, which was such a fun touch. There were six of us, and everyone truly enjoyed their meals. We started with the guacamole, which they prepare right at your table—fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. We ordered the steak tacos al pastor, churrasco steak, the limón-grilled chicken, and the kids’ chicken meal. Everything was cooked perfectly and full of flavor. We’ll definitely be visiting again!

What a great surprise! We popped in for margaritas and ended up getting snacks. The blackberry margarita and the passion fruit margaritas were average, but the food was excellent! The nachos are unique. They come with fries mixed in and not many chips but the flavors are excellent. And their homemade salsas are the best I’ve had. Our eight-year-old loved the quesadillas. Service was great!

Austin Graff

What a great surprise! We popped in for margaritas and ended up getting snacks. The blackberry margarita and the passion fruit margaritas were average, but the food was excellent! The nachos are unique. They come with fries mixed in and not many chips but the flavors are excellent. And their homemade salsas are the best I’ve had. Our eight-year-old loved the quesadillas. Service was great!

Luis Montiel

Just another Mexican Restaurant. Not impressed at all. Food was average, service was ok. Prices are too much for what they offer. Not the best place for Mexican food. Maybe good for tourists.

Me and my girlfriend went to this location for the first time and had an amazing experience. The menu is alot different from the 441 location, a little smaller but the options are wonderful. I was surprised to see a bar the restaurant as well. We sat right next to the window were we had a clear view of the beach as well. The menu is a little pricey compared to other LA Costas but I'm guessing that is because of the beach location. The food was definitely mind blowing and the staff was very friendly as well. The parking can be a little bigger seeing there only about 4 spaces for the restaurant as far as parking. Overall I can say I enjoyed the experience and will definitely be back.

Great service and great authentic Honduras food! I got the chicken it was cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. The inside is also very cute decor good for pics. Located near beaches and bars so prime location. Will def go back !

Initially, my husband and I visited this restaurant on Monday. We were blown away by the service rendered by who we think was the owner. The woman greeted us at the door and immediately told us the specials and handed me a menu. I was on the fence about the restaurant because I’m vegetarian. But her warm and friendly demeanor superseded my urge to walk out. We sat down and the owner/hostess took her time and explained the menu. Made recommendations and listened to my simple but picky order. I only wanted hard shell tacos shredded cheese and guacamole. She accompanied it with black beans and rice. As simple as this order is, it is screwed up across the country. She made sure my order was right on the first try. My husband got a platter with 4 meats and enjoyed it. Our experience was amazing. Now let’s fast forward to tonight. We walked in at 830pm and the staff seemed annoyed because they were sweeping up to close. But nonetheless, they sat us. I attempted to order the same exact thing I ordered Monday. It was a fail. The waitress did not listen. She didn’t show patience either. Then insisted on selling me 4 tacos instead of listening to my request for 3. Then proceeds to go to the kitchen to argue with the chef. Our experience from 2 days ago was night and day. Therefore, we decided to leave and not dine there. Restaurants typically don’t do well because they aren’t properly managed when the owner isn’t present. I hope that the owner sees this and makes adjustments accordingly. Update: went back 10/6 and the owners nephew was there. We explained what happened the night before and he apologized. His demeanor was friendly and understanding. He listened to our order and properly executed. Due to his customer service, I upgraded my Review. Thank you

Terrific food nice people and very authentic. Music was a bit loud for me but the food made up for that. We had the mixed grill plate which was a lot of food. Good portions

I stopped by here after going to the beach. It’s located next door to another restaurant and the parking spots are limited. Definitely may need to look for metered parking nearby. The bartender who took my order was very friendly and make a lot of good recommendations. I started off with the guacamole. It was tasty but was definitely lacking garlic flavor. I also had the appetizer with the shrimp in the tostones bowls. The shrimp were just cooked, stirred in with some red sauce, and then placed in the tostones (topped with cheese). I think they would have been much better if the shrimp were lightly seared and the sauce was a little more seasoned. I wouldn’t recommend it. Then I ordered the churrasco cooked medium. Hands down one of the best steaks I’ve ever had!!! Perfectly cooked and seasoned. Definitely the highlight of my visit. The passion fruit margarita was also good and strong. In all, I’d probably only come back for the steak. The vibe inside is nice, beautifully decorated and unique, and perfect if you want to take photos.

+6

A great spot for a Mexican meal! Great staff, attentive service, good food, great Margaritas, cold beers!!

Everyone at my table enjoyed everything they ate. On a side note, I asked for a chicken cutlet sauteed in olive oil only, no seasoning no salt of any kind. My dish came loaded with salt and other spices, so if you're looking for a low sodium option this place is not for you or me.

Just another Mexican Restaurant. Not impressed at all. Food was average, service was ok. Prices are too much for what they offer. Not the best place for Mexican food. Maybe good for tourists.

Variety of Honduran and Mexican food on the menu! Delicious drinks and deserts! Staff was friendly and informative of explaining the menu. Puro Nacho Macho was good for table appetizers! I recommend Roatan's Coconut Beef Ribs with coconut rice and the Pollo Chuco dish. Also, they add tip percentage for parties 3 or more, and parking is not always available. The parking lot is small.

+6

margheritas were all premixed in old school mixer machines and very acidic or too sweet. tried the fresh guac, which was ok, but they served stale, cold tortilla chips with it. we decided to pass on dinner after having a subpar drinks and appetizer and moved on elsewhere for dinner. only two of six TVs were operational on a football and World Series day. I'd try somewhere else before here in the area.

Alan Kline

margheritas were all premixed in old school mixer machines and very acidic or too sweet. tried the fresh guac, which was ok, but they served stale, cold tortilla chips with it. we decided to pass on dinner after having a subpar drinks and appetizer and moved on elsewhere for dinner. only two of six TVs were operational on a football and World Series day. I'd try somewhere else before here in the area.

Terrible Experience – Never Coming Back! I don’t usually leave bad reviews, but this place truly deserves it. The service was awful from start to finish — the staff acted like they didn’t care at all, and everything took forever. We waited ages for our drinks, even longer for the food, and when it finally arrived, it wasn’t even what I ordered! To make it worse, they brought my salad after I had already finished my main course. Seriously? The whole experience felt completely disorganized and unprofessional. For the prices they charge, this was unacceptable.

I had dinner at this restaurant and the food was good. My main complaints were with service and the mandatory tip for any party three and over. The service was terrible (probably the worst have ever received). Our food / drinks came out in reverse order. We didn’t get any water even after asking three times. The alcohol beverages came at the end of the meal. When I asked for the manager, the staff was just nasty. Never again!

Abimael Ochoa

Terrible Experience – Never Coming Back! I don’t usually leave bad reviews, but this place truly deserves it. The service was awful from start to finish — the staff acted like they didn’t care at all, and everything took forever. We waited ages for our drinks, even longer for the food, and when it finally arrived, it wasn’t even what I ordered! To make it worse, they brought my salad after I had already finished my main course. Seriously? The whole experience felt completely disorganized and unprofessional. For the prices they charge, this was unacceptable.