Welcome to Costa Contemporary Kitchen
**Our Story: Costa Contemporary Kitchen**
Located in the heart of Costa Mesa, Costa Contemporary Kitchen redefines Peruvian cuisine with a modern twist. We are passionate about showcasing the vibrant flavors of Peru while emphasizing fresh, high-quality ingredients. Our thoughtfully curated menu features dishes like the tender Lomo Saltado and zesty Ceviche Classico, celebrated for their authenticity and innovation. Dining here is not just a meal; it’s a sensory journey enhanced by an inviting ambiance and attentive service. With an array of signature cocktails, such as the classic Pisco Sour, every visit is a delightful experience, inviting you to savor the boldness of contemporary Peruvian dining.
- 650 Anton Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 Hotline: (714) 852-3299
Welcome to Costa Contemporary Kitchen, a delightful culinary gem nestled in the heart of Costa Mesa, California. This innovative Peruvian restaurant, located at 650 Anton Blvd, boasts a menu that is as rich and vibrant as the culture it represents. Combining traditional flavors with a modern twist, Costa Contemporary Kitchen offers an unforgettable dining experience for both connoisseurs of Peruvian cuisine and newcomers alike.
The restaurant's ambiance strikes a perfect balance between elegance and comfort, making it an ideal spot for both intimate dinners and casual lunches. As soon as you step inside, you're enveloped in a warm, inviting atmosphere that is enhanced by natural light and tasteful decor.
What truly sets Costa Contemporary Kitchen apart is its focus on freshness and quality. The chef's meticulous attention to detail is evident in every dish. From the moment I laid eyes on the menu, I was captivated by the array of enticing options, each celebrating the vibrant ingredients of Peru.
- Entradas: Start your meal with a delightful appetizer such as the Causa, featuring lime-whipped potatoes or the mouthwatering Ceviche Mixto, where succulent pieces of fish and seafood swim in a tangy leche de tigre sauce. Both dishes highlight the freshness of the ingredients and the chef's finesse in balancing flavors.
- Main Courses: The Lomo Saltado is a must-try, offering tender filet mignon sautéed with vibrant vegetables and accompanied by perfectly crispy French fries and rice. For seafood lovers, the Pescado a lo Macho delivers grilled seabass, calamari, and shrimp, all enveloped in a rich aji amarillo sauce that dances on your palate.
- Signature Drinks: No meal at Costa Contemporary Kitchen is complete without their renowned Pisco Sour. This classic cocktail complements the dishes beautifully, with its refreshing flavors brightening each bite.
The attentive service is another remarkable aspect of Costa Contemporary Kitchen, with staff that are not only friendly but knowledgeable about the menu. Many guests, like Tina B. and Alan K., have praised the restaurant for its inviting atmosphere and the dedication of the team to ensure each dining experience is memorable.
Costa Contemporary Kitchen doesn't just cater to the palate; it also embraces a community-centered approach. With validated parking and a commitment to making every guest feel at home, it’s no surprise that diners are enamored by the overall experience.
In conclusion, Costa Contemporary Kitchen is more than just a restaurant; it’s a celebration of Peruvian culture through food that delights and excites. Whether you are a lifelong fan of Peruvian cuisine or are simply looking for a place that serves dishes made with passion and care, this restaurant will surely leave a lasting impression. So, gather your friends and head over to experience this culinary haven—you won’t regret it!

Stopped by for lunch. We ordered the lomo saltado, my husband got a fish dish, and I got the spicy marg and he got the pisco sour. Food was delicious, fresh, and the drinks were on point. Ambiance was clean, and modern. Very nice server, nice and knowledgeable. Great spot for a lunch or even a dinner.

Loved my ceviche meal. Very fresh fish and shrimp. The sangria was also super tasty. Ambiance and natural lighting were perfect which is huge for me. Staff was very friendly as well.

Let's start with parking. There's a parking structure right behind this place. From what I've read, they validate for 2 hours which is a good thing. This place touts itself as having Peruvian cuisine. I ordered the Lomo Saltado and an Apple Salad. Those dishes were both pretty good although it is definitely more on the contemporary side as their name mentions. Surprisingly, this place looks much larger on the outside. It is actually a pretty intimate restaurants with limited seating.

Such a great experience with the food and staff! Made a reservation about less than a week in advance, was put on an online "waitlist". They called a couple days later for available "bar" seating. I asked if they can contact me back if they had a table open on the day I requested, and they said yes! I was impressed they did personal calls for resy's. I called them back the day of since I didn't hear back, and they said to come in and they'll make a table available for me. We came in and they reserved 1! It was a packed night so we were pretty happy they saved a table. Food and drinks were absolutely phenomenal. Staff were very friendly and polite. Would definitely return. Highly recommend this cute restaurant

A friend of mind told me about this place. I'm surprised it took me this long to come check it out. The food was delicious, as I enjoyed everything we had on our table. The cocktails with the pisco were also something I have never had before, but Jesus, they were BOMB. The empanadas were soft and tasty...what makes them even better was the sauce to dip them in. I ordered the lomo saltado, and I enjoyed the tenderness of the meat and everything about the meal. The other plate that was ordered was also delicious and refreshing. I would definitely come here again to try other things on the menu. I'm glad I finally got to come. The service was great, and so was the atmosphere. I would highly recommend everyone to come try this place out.

So I finally went back to costa today for a pleasant and exquisite little lunch with some colleagues. I would've reviewed this restaurant much much sooner but was waiting to get more photos and try more dishes and turns out I couldn't find the original pics and videos from my first visit cus it was so long ago. Anyways. This Peruvian restaurant is legit. The freshness and high quality ingredients basically say it all. You could argue it's pretty authentic but your Peruvian friends most likely won't agree. I think the appeal of this place is just how well put together the recipes and overall menu is. This place is amazing. My friend was telling me how he's never had calamari so soft, tender and well cooked as the one is his arroz con mariscos. Their ceviches were so juicy and fresh. Accompanying them with the wontons was a nice little take but I don't think it could ever replace or surpass a good ol' chip or tostada. The Lomo Saltado is balanced and cooked to perfection. The estofado de carne was simple but scrumptious. I finished that up in like 2 minutes or less today. Haha. I could go into detail with every single dish but you're just gonna have to trust me. This place deserves credit. Even The non alcoholic drinks there are incredibly tasty and flavorful. Props to those damn cookies and insanely rich and decadent flan. Cheated on my new years diet today for sure. Salud Gente Bonita.

What a great stop. I've been looking for an upscale Peruvian place for a cool date night with the Mrs. and this place fits the bill. Located near seagerstrom center, man is this place is amazing. First off, you gotta order the original pisco sour. Such a great compliment to the next items I'm going to recommend. Next, get yourself the ceviche Classico with the tigers milk. I just wanted to drink the sauce they put over the fish it was that good. I ordered the pescado a lo macho fish (branzino) with shrimp, scallops and calamari. The sauce was delicious and just the right amount. My wife had the lomo de mar y Tierra. Man the filet mignon made all the difference. Plus the sauce paired with these amazing thick potatoes paired with blistered tomato's and red onions? So darn good Don't forget the alfajores (they're homemade little shortbread filled with dulce de leche). So good. This wasn't a typical Peruvian restaurant either a huge menu. The really specialize on what they want to make and do it so very well. Can't forget the cancha and the service was top notch. We'll be back soon.

Restaurants like Costa Contemporary Kitchen really make me question why I'm not driving to OC more often for amazing food. Peruvian food is one of my favorite cuisines so I was pretty excited to try this spot and needless to say I was very very satisfied. Vibes are great and it's such an elegant looking restaurant. The ambiance and the food here are chef's kiss. The owner greeted us and sat us immediately even though we didn't have a reservation. They have a decent selection of drinks but I went for the pisco sour since many reviews on here were saying it's top rated. I enjoyed it, it was refreshing and I would totally get it again. I'm definitely in my pisco sour era right now. Everything on the menu sounded tasty but we had done happy hour prior so we were a bit stuffed from that. We went for the tallarin verde de filet mignon and aji de gallina. Loved both dishes but the tallarin was my favorite. I haven't had anything like it. The filet mignon was delectable and paired well with the pasta dish. I think it's pesto inspired. The aji de gallina was on the more salty side but if you eat it with rice it does balance out. I can only imagine how the lomo saltado tastes.. I'll be back for that next time and also some empanadas! And they do validate parking for two hours if you park in the structure behind.

We had a really nice dinner with the following dishes. - Causa appetizer with lime whipped potatoes. It comes as a pair with chicken, tuna, or one of each. We liked the chicken one over the tuna, but both were mild. - Arroz con Mariscos (cilantro beer simmered rice with large, succulent, and tasty fish, calamari, scallops, and shrimp). Hands down, this was the best arroz con mariscos we've ever had. - Pescado a lo Macho (fish, calamari, scallops, and shrimp in a tangy red sauce). Though we enjoyed it, it was more tangy than what we're used to eating... with what seemed like a hint of worcestershire sauce. For drinks, we had pisco sours that were quite good. Service was excellent. 2-hour validated parking is convenient - in the parking structure behind restaurant.

The new drink on their menu was AMAZING! It's called El Pepino and it is delicious. It has cucumber, lime, ginger and club soda. Our bartenders were Hector and Jose and they were absolutely amazing at making sure we were taken care of and provided with the best service during our visit. I also appreciated that the chef came over to make sure our entrees were tasting good. The food was on point and I enjoyed every bite. This is a great establishment and a must try! The ambience is intimate but great for any occasion.