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La Costanera, Half Moon Bay, CA

La Costanera

4.5
4.5
3907 Reviews
$31 to $50
Peruvian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for creative cocktails
Experience the culinary richness of Peru at La Costanera, a modern Peruvian fusion restaurant opened its doors October 2, 2009. The scenic California coast in Half Moon Bay, overlooks the Pillar Point Harbor with sweeping views of the beach and ocean. Just a short, beautiful drive from San Francisco (25 miles). The space is grand, with 180 degree windows, two stories, and a large outdoor terrace.


We offer a full bar, domestic and imported Peruvian beers and a hand selected wine list. Come try our Pisco Sour – a classic Peruvian cocktail – and experience all that La Costanera has to offer...

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Peruvian, Latin / Spanish
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Thu–Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (650) 728-1600
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Carlos Altamirano
  • Catering
    Please contact Meggie Collins at (650) 728-1600 for more details or visit our website https://lacostanerarestaurant.com/ to fill out the contact information and we will get back to you shortly.
  • Private party facilities
    Our staff at La Costanera will work with you to coordinate all of the important details for your private event and will make sure that you and your guests enjoy the celebration of a lifetime. Our menus are designed by Executive Chef-Owner Carlos Altamirano.Please email us at events@lacostanerarestaurant.com
  • Neighborhood
    Half Moon Bay
  • Cross street
    Pillar point harbor Blvd
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Entertainment
    New Events Coming Soon.... Please Check Back
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,907 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Peruvian

  • Peninsula

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Costanera offers an exquisite dining experience with "phenomenal food" and "fantastic service." Known for its "best pisco sours," this Peruvian gem features stunning ocean views and a vibrant atmosphere. The diverse menu, including standout ceviche and flavorful empanadas, complements the attentive service, making it a must-visit destination.

3,907 Reviews
  1. Paige

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous experience. Wonderful decor and unique art depicting idyllic scenes of Peruvian village, the food exceeded our expectations, flavorful with fresh ingredients perfectly handled

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  2. steven

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our go to restaurant for special occasions. Wonderful Peruvian cuisine, attentive staff, and great coast views.

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  3. susan

    San Francisco

    57 reviews

    5.0

    57 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The ceviche, ahi tartare, fish sandwich, and chicken sandwich were all delicious. Our service was superb. We will be back!

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  4. William

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, atmosphere, and view of the ocean. Loved the creative drink menu and meals.

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  5. Andrea

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been at this place multiple times. The food is good and is a nice restaurant, but the service is not that great. The first time the waitress were mocking and criticizing the customers, I was on the bar and was able to hear their conversations, very unprofessional. Another time, after having dinner and drinking several cocktails, they waited for our dessert o be over and minutes later, we were asked to leave . It was the first time I was kicked out of a restaurant. I felt really bad, after spending all that money, I didn’t feel the pressure to leave, and I it was just few minutes after our meal. Not sure I’ll return :(.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice place, tasty food. Highly recommend! Terrace is small but cozy, live music, a great experience!

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  7. Katrin

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful ambience and delicious food, we will be back!

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  8. Susan

    Milwaukee

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    La Costenera is one of our favorite restaurants. Great food, service, and ambience.

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  9. Marijke

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful dining experience. The room is lovely, the staff friendly and attentive, and the food is creative and delicious. Highly recommended.

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  10. David

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great overall experience will be going back often

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FAQs

La Costanera offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 728-1600.

La Costanera is rated 4.5 stars by 3907 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for La Costanera

260 Capistrano Road, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Pillar point harbor Blvd
  • Neighborhood
    Half Moon Bay
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Thu–Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Peruvian, Latin / Spanish
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Carlos Altamirano
  • Entertainment
    New Events Coming Soon.... Please Check Back
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (650) 728-1600
  • Catering
    Please contact Meggie Collins at (650) 728-1600 for more details or visit our website https://lacostanerarestaurant.com/ to fill out the contact information and we will get back to you shortly.
  • Private party facilities
    Our staff at La Costanera will work with you to coordinate all of the important details for your private event and will make sure that you and your guests enjoy the celebration of a lifetime. Our menus are designed by Executive Chef-Owner Carlos Altamirano.Please email us at events@lacostanerarestaurant.com
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