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Costa, New York, NY

Costa

4.3
4.3
24 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 7 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 8:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 933-7192
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 24 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Costa, a charming addition to Carnegie Hill, delights with its "intimate and beautiful" ambiance and "great food." Guests appreciate the lively staff and attentive service, especially from Otto. The speakeasy room is perfect for date nights. While some dishes like branzino shine, others need improvement. Overall, a "welcoming gem" for memorable dining experiences.

24 Reviews
  1. 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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  2. 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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  3. andrea

    New York City

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 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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  4. Chris

    New York City

    100 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    100 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 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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  5. Sahba

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 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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  6. Liana

    New York City

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 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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  7. Anastasios

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 11, 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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  8. Johm

    New York City

    50 reviews

    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on October 11, 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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  9. Kamal

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 11, 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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  10. Ian

    New York City

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 10, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Two bad entrees (veal and fish) Total bill $200 Unacceptable
    CostaResponded on October 11, 2024
    Dear Ian, Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. We’re truly sorry to hear that your experience with us did not meet your expectations. We strive to provide excellent food and service, and it’s disappointing to learn that we may have fallen short. We were not made aware of any issues with the food last night, but we take your concerns seriously. We would greatly appreciate it if you could share more details about what went wrong by emailing us. This will help us better understand the situation and make sure we correct it moving forward. Thank you again for bringing this to our attention. We hope to have the opportunity to make it right and welcome you back for a better experience in the future. Warm regards, Manager, Costa Restaurant NYC

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Costa is rated 4.3 stars by 24 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 7 times today
Google Map for Costa

1300 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10173-1376

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Upper East Side
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 8:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Phone number
    (212) 933-7192
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