Mariscos La Costa — Restaurant in Morgan Hill

There are so many different choices to make everyday. The abundance of options can be overwhelming. In order to not feel so overwhelmed, I tend to do the same things that worked for me in the past. Sometimes I'll even do things that didn't work for me, but I still do it because at least it's predictable. For example, I go to Taco Bell fairly often. I don't go there because it's good for me, I go because I know what to expect every time I'm there. It's going to be delicious, fast, and cheap food with a hint of guilt. Today was different. I wanted something that wasn't predictable, which I guess is still pretty predictable because I tend to do at least one un-predictable thing a week. Anyways, for my predictable, unpredictable day I decided to go to La Costa. I noticed they are trying to solve the "abundance of options" problem by only letting people pay with cash. In theory I like the idea, but I still would have preferred to pay with a credit card. Anyways, their burrito was good and a nice change up...

I eat here about 2-3 times a month and this time i ordered a burrito de carnitas and opted for it mojado (wet- your order with enchelada type sauce poured over it) and a can of coke at just about $10.00. This La Costa didnt have fountain sodas so no refills but the burrito was consistantly delicious prepared to order and made with good quality carnitas (this is important and reflects the ownership has a credible source for ingredients). I cleaned the plate (which is paper plate and flimsy plastic utensils) which is rare for me being that i get easiky grossed out when i come accrossed anything unexpected in my meal. If you are real hungry, got $10, appreciate good mexican food and like to eat outside then dont pass...

La Costa is an established small chain restaurant that specializes in Mariscos. I highly recommend getting the tacos pescados, its a beer battered good sized piece of fish with the cabbage slaw and special sauce on top. They also serve the normal Taqueria menu of tacos burritos and Tortas and also have plates on the menu. The San Jose locations are cash only and the Morgan Hill location has a card machine operating most of the time (there's been times i visit and its down). Its a little pricey but to support a local business that doesn't disappoint on the food they serve is ok with me. I usually get $40 cash out for my wife and I to have a meal together here to...