Costa Fina Latin Coastal Kitchen

I found this place completely by accident and it was such a great find. The food , atmosphere and service are all top notch with dishes that cater to many different palates. In terms of location within the Woodlands, this is a hidden gem in every sense of the term. It has a great patio and beautiful design and flow.

Such an amazing experience, the hostess was very accommodating even on a busy Mother’s Day service, all the staff were very friendly and the food and drink were both incredible. Cocktails were great, passion fruit one and the spicy paloma were the best, out of the appetizers our favorite was the pulpo, you should tried it, dessert was as good as everything else, the chocolate cake was just perfect! We love everything!

From the moment you walk in, there’s a warm welcome at the door with delightful hosts, which promptly seated us at a lovely table in the main dining room. The decor is warm and organic, with just the right amount of modern flare. I highly recommend the Pisco elderflower sour—it’s perfectly light and refreshing. We had a handful of appetizers, the octopus, ceviche, and empanadas, and all three were SO fresh. Entrees were equally fresh and bursting with flavor, especially the mole complementing the lamb. Just WOW! Also a huge THANK YOU to our knowledgeable and delightful server, Jackson. He ran the evening like a pro, and we will surely be back to ask for his service again!

We had a great dining experience here. Excellent service and atmosphere. We loved the plantain chips with chimichurri (phenomenal) grilled octopus (very good), cabrito asado (cooked superbly 🤩) and chicken skewers. We finished it off with some flan to go which was decent. Constructive criticism: the chicken skewers were a touch bland. Perhaps they could have been marinated in the sauce a little more before grilling

Another entry from the Orioli restaurant group and this is similar to their other places in that it is good but not great. The concept here is basically Churrasco's, but done with a heavy hand that doesn't quite capture the bright flavors. Similar dishes - ceviche, churrasco steak, plantains, etc. Except Costa Fina doesn't do it as well - the chimichurri sauce on the plantains is dull and too thick, the service is slow and uneven, and the main room is too loud by half (clearly intentional: low flat ceiling). The churrasco steak was quite good, as were the sides on that order. The Cochinita Ahumada (pulled pork) was oddly flavorless and colorless, as were all the sides on THAT order. The free plantains with chimichurri arrived after our appetizers and it took 15 minutes to get our first drinks. In the end the bill was well over $200 for two people. All things considered, I'm not sure we would return.

The food overall was good, the red snapper was slightly under-seasoned for my taste. However, I appreciated the variety on the menu, as well as the inviting atmosphere and creative cocktails. The service was attentive and added to the positive experience.

One of my favourites in the area. Definitely give the braised goat a try. Great service, drinks, food, ambience and pet friendly too when I wanna bring Max. Bar area is fun n friendly. Only disappointing factor is the two wonderful bartenders Isabella n John left. That’s a shame …

Celebrated Father’s Day w the family and we all had a wonderful experience. Friendly staff, food was delicious and the atmosphere inside the restaurant was excellent. This is a MUST try new restaurant in creekside.

I would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone who wants to try Latin cuisine. I went here with my family for Mother's Day, and everything from the food to the ambience was fantastic. The service was great, and the staff was extremely friendly. The only downside, is that some of the dishes are a bit overpriced.

This new restaurant is a great find! Eclectic. Had a fabulous meal and looking forward to repeat visits. My first thought when I walked in was that this was really quite a lovely restaurant. We enjoyed the background music because it had a great Latin beat but was not too intrusive. Great service from waiter Julio. Brought to the table were delicately thin fried plantain chips and a really amazing gently warmed herb dip of olive oil, cilantro and garlic. We started by sharing several appetizers off the menu and that was a fun (poblano soup, goat cheese mini tostada and a ceviche style shrimp and avocado plate). Come with an open mind and try different things. For entrees we selected the mushroom and cheese filled Chili Relleno and the lamb shank Borrego Enmolado. Mr. Picky gobbled up the falling-off-the-bone lamb shank. His homemade tortillas were on my side of the table and so I ate them, and they were really delicious. For that Matter, I thought their cilantro lime rice was the best I've had when eaten with the vegetables on the Relleno plate. I love sweet plantains and so could not help order the Maduros with ice cream and cinnamon and caramel sauce. But Mr. Picky hit the jackpot with the layered chocolate cake. My taste buds jumped for joy and my eyes opened wide when I helped myself to a bite. The freshness of the orange and other fruits liven up that chocolate in the most incredible way, and even those who don't love chocolate should be trying that dessert, totally amazing! If you haven't been here yet, you definitely should try it! Soon.

My wife and I made our second trip to Costa Fina and they did indeed work out any service/pacing issues on our second visit and the food was outstanding once again. On our first visit, the bar was very slow on delivering cocktails and wine. This time as we walked in it looked like the bar was more fully staffed and they delivered. No delays whatsoever on drinks. For apps we ordered the carnitas tostadas - Great choice. Was amazed at how well the tostada held together with the large amount of flavorful toppings. The second app was the Tuna Tiradito. Again a solid choice with bright flavors that didn't hide the tuna taste. For the entrees my wife went with the Mar & Tierra - basically their rendition of surf and turn with 5 large jumbo shrimp and possibly the best churrasco steak we've ever had. This dish will be ordered on every return trip to Costa Fina and we will rotate the second entree around other parts of the menu. It was that good. I chose the seabass with Green Mole. It was also very good with crispy skin and great flavor. It was only overshadowed by how awesome the steak was. I meant to post this review right after dining when I remembered our servers name. I'm sorry to say that my memory is not the greatest and I'm sad that I can't acknowledge the young male server's outstanding service. Perfect amount of attention without being overbearing. Hopefully we get to meet him again on future visits, and I will log his name into my phone so he can get proper recognition. Great job Costa Fina!!

Costa Fina was an excellent choice for our 30th anniversary! The service was excellent and the food was outstanding! I arrived early and the manager Rene prepared our selected table with rose petals and the flowers I had bought for my wife. I selected the wine and then went to pick her up. When we arise it was fantastic service from start to finish! The ambiance is wonderful as well. See the pics. Highly recommended restaurant!

Another entry from the Orioli restaurant group and this is similar to their other places in that it is good but not great. The concept here is basically Churrasco's, but done with a heavy hand that doesn't quite capture the bright flavors. Similar dishes - ceviche, churrasco steak, plantains, etc. Except Costa Fina doesn't do it as well - the chimichurri sauce on the plantains is dull and too thick, the service is slow and uneven, and the main room is too loud by half (clearly intentional: low flat ceiling). The churrasco steak was quite good, as were the sides on that order. The Cochinita Ahumada (pulled pork) was oddly flavorless and colorless, as were all the sides on THAT order. The free plantains with chimichurri arrived after our appetizers and it took 15 minutes to get our first drinks. In the end the bill was well over $200 for two people. All things considered, I'm not sure we would return.

We take my husband family and love love the service. The food was delicious we planing to go back soon.

Fantastic food, good service and a beautiful ambiance! We went there last week, and had a lovely meal. It is gorgeous inside (seriously, I would love to hire their designer/decorator)!!! Wait staff were attentive and our food arrived in a timely manner. Our food was fantastic, well cooked and with great flavor. We will be back!

Food was great! The plantain chips and chimichurri sauce was delicious! We ordered the grilled octopus as appetizer and it was so good- best we e had in a while. The chicken skewers were decent and the cabrito asado was very flavorful and sides complement the dish- well worth ordering! Delicious food- We will be back soon!

Avoid. Food came out cold twice . Server was apologetic but management was dismissive and didn't offer to make it right. Mistakes happen, sometimes twice..it's what you do when it happens that matters.

Great service and amazing food. Just the kind of place needed in this area. The restaurant offers some unique dishes and everything we tried was delicious. The ambience was great and had a nice bar area. Definitely a must try place.

Best food I've had in months! If you're looking for great service, great drinks, and a chill atmosphere, this is the place for you!

Great happy hour deals! Can't go wrong with any of the seafood apps. Rainbow trout tacos are delicious.

We were looking for nice a place to celebrate our anniversary without having to drive all the way to downtown. We went here this past Saturday and were not disappointed at all. The food was delicious. Service was superb. You get a feel of the courtesy and hospitality of the Latin culture from the welcoming and friendly staff who also frequently checked on us. The ambiance was pleasantly soothing. There is plenty of seating and even a live band playing.

The food was delicious and beautifully presented. The service was splendid, and our waiter was very professional!!!! 100% recommended!

The Churrasco and Cabrito Asado were both really good. We were told both were gluten free. However, we got home and had classic gluten/celiac symptoms so at least one of these items contained gluten. Table service was good, but the kitchen got backed up without the restaurant being super busy. We had to wait around 15 minutes for extra corn tortillas. Server was very apologetic.

Fantastic new place. Great to have a place in the Woodlands with an original menu and not the usual chain boredom. Fantastic service - very knowledgeable. Been back since the first visit - even better the second time. Chimichurri sauce is a must have!

"Fantastic New Spot!" Had dinner here last night, and I'm already planning my next visit. The brand-new atmosphere is stunning with impeccable design. The staff is incredibly friendly, offering fantastic recommendations. The drinks were on point, and the personal touch of Rene, the manager, sharing insights about the family and restaurant, made the experience even more special. Can't wait to come back!

Absolutely love the atmosphere of the restaurant. The vibe is like a Latin Tommy Bahamas. went last evening to have dinner, but after two appetizers and the most delicious mango spice martini, we didn't have room for dinner. But that's OK if this another chance to go back for dinner soon. portions were plentiful. The drink looks small, but it hit just right. Service from our waiter Joao was excellent. He suggested a cocktail from Brazil (Maracula Calpirinha) and it was so refreshing and delicious. So happy to have the lovely place . Excited to return and explore more options on the menu.

We decided to randomly come to Costa Fina on Saturday. The service is friendly and fantastic. I love the inside decor and music. Great vibes overall. Seating is comfortable and inside is very clean. The kitchen is also very clean when I walked past it. Very nice location with a nice waiting area as well. The bathrooms are modern and clean as well. The menu is unique and well thought out. We ordered the ribeye and one of their pastas and it was fresh, hot, and all very delicious. The drink menu is also unique and the drinks we ordered were delicious. Definitely recommend it

Excellent place, renovated with nice design. Previously Baja Sur. Food is really tasty, but sadly the "Cabrito" was extremely salty for my taste. Good service overall and really ambiance too.