La Costanera - Half Moon Bay

Phenomenal food with fantastic service. A trusted staple in Half Moon May!

I really really wanted to really like La Castanera again since they moved. Last went when they were in their previous location. A few miles north. My two experiences when I went there were amazing. So I decided to try them again in their new location. Unfortunately it was a huge huge disappointment. The staff were very friendly, the restaurant inside was nice, with a decent atmosphere. Unfortunately, the food part of things, which is kind of important, was very very disappointing. First off, it took us forever to get our food. And it was early enough in the evening where this should not have happened. The only decent part of our meal were the appetizers, the empanadas. They were delicious. Unfortunately, our main courses were very bland tasting, room temperature when they arrived, And the portions were ridiculously small for what we had to pay for. I mean 30 something dollars for four pieces of meat. A single scoop of rice and about 10 french fries. My sons chicken on a skewer were two small pieces and a fourth cut piece of potato. No flavor whatsoever. Again. I really wanted to Re-fall in love with this place again since they moved, but no way, not worth it at all. You know you're kind of in trouble when the best part of your meal is your beer, and an appetizer. Sorry but I won't be coming back.

La Costanera is a shadow of what it once was. The service has become mediocre, and the authentic Peruvian flavors that once defined the cuisine are now missing. While the location remains attractive, it no longer carries the elegance and charm of the previous venue. Given the high prices, there's a pressing need for improvement. Once a Michelin-starred establishment, it's hard to imagine them reclaiming that honor without significant changes.

Had a great birthday experience. Good food and service

Weird check in with hostess and host. Then the server was absent for awhile. NGood food. Fun wine. Not crazy busy either.