I love Mexican food and meat, so I heard there's a Mexican and Spanish restaurant in Karasuma that serves delicious meat. When I went upstairs to the second floor of the building, I was surprised by the spacious and cozy atmosphere with lots of wood used in the interior. Now, let's get to the dishes I heard about - grilled beef harami, salsa guacamole chips, shrimp ajillo, steamed white wine mussels written on the blackboard, and spiced grilled pork harami? Let's try them all! The meat takes some time, so we started with the chips, which were freshly fried and very crispy and delicious! The dishes that came later were all tasty! I had white wine that day, and it was also to my liking. Here comes the meat! "Grilled beef harami" cooked medium rare, with plenty of vegetables on the side. Yum! This is so good, super tasty. It was cooked juicy and tender - much better than your average steakhouse! The stylish decor, good atmosphere, and friendly staff made the experience even better! This place is great. Maybe next time for a girls' night out. Can't wait to go back!

After having some business in Kyoto, we decided to have dinner before heading back. Since we had Japanese food for lunch, we wanted something different for dinner, so we ended up at a Mexican restaurant. There are a few Mexican restaurants in Kyoto, but not many where you can relax and enjoy your meal. The menu at this restaurant is not very extensive, with classic dishes like tacos, nachos, quesadillas, and various meats. The grilled beef harami caught my eye and I decided to order it. The thick and high-quality harami meat was so delicious that it made me forget I was in a Mexican restaurant. It's best to eat it with just a sprinkle of salt! It's hard to believe that this meat is "offal." Another interesting menu item was the "NY Beef Stew Taco." It's a unique way of eating where you dip the taco in the soup (or pour the soup over the taco), which is apparently popular in America. Overall, I ended up satisfied with tacos and meat.

Kyoto Business Trip Series This time... Dinner on April 22 ✨ This year, I stayed in Kyoto over the weekend. I did some research in advance, but many places were fully booked if you go on weekends Σ(･ω･ﾉ)ﾉ! This restaurant was also like that... I underestimated Kyoto on weekends (*'ω'*) Among the places I visited was... Comida Latina COSTA Mexican cuisine ✨ First, a Corona beer Corona beer is my favorite ✿ It even comes with a lime, which makes me happy ♦♫♦･*:..｡♦♫♦*ﾟ¨ﾟﾟ･*:..｡♦ And of course, since it's Mexican cuisine... COSTA Nachos Tortilla chips topped with cheese, ground meat, chili con carne, and fresh salsa ✿ Easy to eat and delicious, right? ☆彡 For the main dish... Grilled 200g of beef harami It was tender and delicious ✿ We also drank wine heartily and had a fun night... Actually, I was planning to go alone, but... I met up with K-tan ♦♫♦･*:..｡♦♫♦*ﾟ¨ﾟﾟ･*:..｡♦ I always have a good time with him ♪( ﾟv^ ) ｺﾞﾁｿｳｻﾏﾝｻ

Visited in February 2023 ◎ At the time of posting, the restaurant had a rating of 3.28 on Tabelog (from 48 reviews). ■ [Lunch Limited] Rich Ramen 1,000 yen (tax included) * You can order by mentioning you saw it on Instagram I found out from their Instagram Story that they have been offering the "Rich Ramen" since the end of January, so I went there before noon. This is a limited lunch menu only for those who saw it on Instagram, not written on the menu outside or inside the restaurant! They had a similar ramen called "Rich Ramen" before, but this one is even richer. I thought it was only chicken, but it also had pork in it, and the soup was rich with a slightly strong seasoning. There were two large slices of pork belly! I thought it was just one, but actually, it was about one and a half slices. The pork belly was slightly thick and tender, and on top of it, there were large nanohana (rapeseed blossoms) with a yuzu aroma. The medium-thick noodles had a unique texture with a bit of firmness, which I surprisingly liked. There was a decent amount of noodles, so even just the ramen alone was quite satisfying. Thank you for the meal.

The entrance was a little hard to find, but I stopped by for lunch. I intended to have a bowl of mixed noodles, but I couldn't resist the temptation when I saw the dish the customer next to me was having. Since I don't come to Kyoto often, I ended up eating both dishes. Both were delicious, but I think I slightly prefer the tantan noodles. The hospitality of the staff was also excellent.

Visited in July 2022 ◎ At the time of posting, the restaurant had a rating of 3.31 on Tabelog (31 reviews). The limited-time menu item, Chilled Grilled Corn Soba, priced at 1,000 yen (tax included), caught my eye on Instagram, so I decided to pay a visit. When I arrived at the restaurant, the limited-time menu wasn't displayed outside or on the menu inside, but when I asked, they were indeed serving it. The soup was made from grilled corn and onions, without any animal products. It had a creamy, sweet taste like a potage, with a nice touch of tomato acidity. The noodles were the familiar thick wing noodles, which I really enjoy. Mixing in the spicy chicken chashu added another layer of flavor, and using the mascarpone sauce for a different taste towards the end was also enjoyable. This limited-time item may only be available for about a week, so if you're interested, it's best to hurry. Thank you for the meal.

I was tempted by the delicious meat dishes and aioli on the menu and decided to come in! Although I was initially torn between ordering the maze-soba, I couldn't leave as I was already inside. I ended up ordering the curry maze-soba, and it was delicious! To be honest, it wasn't too spicy, and the sauce that was served with it was also tasty. I was quite satisfied. I will definitely come back if I'm in the area again.

I thought it would be spicy, but it was actually completely fine. It has a slightly junky feel, but the chewy noodles with garlic, sweetness, and spiciness were delicious as they mixed with the noodles and meat. Adding Mascara sauce brings out the spiciness and acidity, creating a rich flavor! This menu is only available during lunch at Manbou Chuu (they don't usually serve lunch), so be sure to try it now. They serve until 3 pm, so you can also have a late lunch.

Visited in March 2022 ◎ At the time of posting, the restaurant had a rating of 3.32 on Tabelog (based on 29 reviews). The new menu item for lunch is the Salsacarbo Mazesoba for 1,000 yen (tax included). Of course, I had to go try it out since a new noodle menu item was introduced! (◞ꈍ∇ꈍ)◞⋆** There was nothing written about the new menu on the signboard outside the restaurant, but it was listed on the menu inside. In simple terms, it's a Mazesoba with a Carbonara-style sauce using a creamy sauce with cheese and egg, leaning more towards Carbonara than salsa. There was a generous amount of thick-cut, flavorful bacon, more than expected, which was fantastic. ( ᵕ̤ૢᴗᵕ̤ૢ ) After mixing thoroughly, the thick and chewy wing noodles with the sauce, the rich sauce and the acidity of the cut tomatoes blended well. (ฅ^ω^ฅ) It was delicious even when eaten with the salad. I also tried the restaurant's homemade sauce "Mascaras" halfway through, which added spiciness and acidity to create a new flavor profile. (๑˃̵ᴗ˂̵)و I think those who like it will really enjoy it. (๑•̀∀- ) There was talk that this menu item might be discontinued suddenly due to its whimsical nature, so I recommend those interested to go early! Thank you for the meal.

Visited in February 2022 ◎ At the time of posting, the restaurant had a rating of 3.32 on Tabelog (based on 29 reviews). I tried the Salsa Tantan Men with a half-boiled egg for an additional 100 yen. Lunch service has resumed due to the "priority measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19." The owner mentioned that they will continue with the lunch service as long as they can, without losing heart. Today's lunch menu featured two options: Salsa Curry Mazesoba for 1,200 yen (tax included) and a limited edition Salsa Tantan Men for 1,000 yen (tax included). Both were delicious, but my favorite was the Salsa Tantan Men with the added half-boiled egg. The vibrant orange bowl contained thick wing noodles coated with a generous portion of homemade spicy meat miso and Mexican salsa, creating a perfect combination. The dish had a satisfying texture, and you need to be careful to eat it with a spoon to ensure you don't leave any ingredients behind. I opted for the red homemade hot sauce for an extra kick of spiciness and acidity, which elevated the flavors even more. The hot sauce is a popular item, with customers even coming specifically to buy it. It had been a while since I last tried it, but it was as delicious as ever. Thank you for the meal.

Visited in October 2021. The Salsa Tantan Mazesoba is my favorite on the lunch menu! I added a soft-boiled egg as a topping. The combination of meat miso, Mexican salsa, and homemade chili oil with thick wing noodles is delicious. Today, the amount of meat miso was less than usual, which was actually just right. I added homemade hot sauce midway for extra acidity and spiciness. You can also purchase this hot sauce. I wonder how long they will continue this lunch menu.

Visited in September 2021 with a Foodlog rating of 3.33 (24 reviews). Costa Black for 1,000 yen (tax included). Discovered the existence of "Costa Black" on Instagram's story! The appearance looked quite appealing, so I decided to give it a try. The menu on the 1st floor didn't specifically mention "Costa Black," but since it was mentioned in the story for today, it was indeed available. The basic lunch menu consists of two options: Salsa Curry Mazesoba for 1,200 yen and Salsa Tantan Mazesoba for 1,000 yen. They only have a limited quantity available, so it's likely to be sold out by the end of this month. The chicken bone and pork bone soup with a slightly sour soy sauce base is sweet but quite refreshing. I was initially unsure if the thick wavy noodles would go well with this soup, but surprisingly, it worked out well. Additionally, the generously thick chashu slices were delicious, with a tender texture and flavorful marbling. It's rare to find chashu this tasty even at ramen shops. When you mix the thick wavy noodles with the chashu and bean sprouts and eat it heartily, it's truly delicious. I was very satisfied with the unexpectedly delicious Costa Black. The restaurant is listed as having irregular holidays on Foodlog, but it seems like they are closed on Tuesdays. Thank you for the meal.

During the state of emergency, they had a limited lunch special - Salsa Curry Mazesoba with cheese and egg toppings. The homemade mascara sauce (available in 3 levels of spiciness) was visually vibrant, making it almost a shame to mix it in thoroughly. But after mixing the noodles and ingredients well, it was a bit of a challenge due to the generous amount. Taking a bite as is, it was delicious. It had a curry pasta-like sensation with a tomato flavor. When you add the homemade mascara sauce (the least spicy one), it enhances the richness and acidity, making it even more delicious. Adding a little bit of the second spiciest sauce cautiously, sweat starts to trickle down from the pores... Oh, it's delicious (laughs). Hot! I wish they would offer this as a regular lunch menu item, not just a limited one. The restaurant is stylish and bright, with friendly and pleasant staff.

Visited in June 2021 ◎ At the time of posting on Tabelog, it had a rating of 3.33 (23 reviews). ■ Salsa Tan Tan Mazesoba 1,000 yen + Half-boiled egg 100 yen Finally, the state of emergency has been lifted, but we are still under priority measures to prevent the spread, so the shortened hours continue and the temporary lunch service is also still available! Today, I ordered my favorite lunch menu, the "Salsa Tan Tan Mazesoba" ♪ (* ´ ▽ ` *) This time, I added a half-boiled egg as a topping. The cute bowl contains minced meat miso and Mexican salsa made with homemade chili oil, which goes really well with the thick wing noodles! Even when eating it with a bit of spiciness, the minced meat miso still remains so much that it's satisfying. The homemade hot sauce adds a nice acidity and richness, making it delicious no matter how many times you eat it. (ᵕ̤ૢᴗᵕ̤ૢ) This hot sauce is popular and also available for purchase! ＼(*>▽<) By the way, they didn't mention anything about the limited 15 free avocado puddings today, so maybe they ran out. I'll try to come earlier next time! Thank you for the meal.

I arrived a little after 1:00 pm, past the peak lunch hour, so the restaurant was relatively empty. I came alone and was seated at a table by the window, where I looked over the menu. This restaurant usually only operates at night, but during the state of emergency, they are offering lunch and takeout, with limited-time specials like the "Salsa Tantan Mazesoba." I was initially going to order the "Salsa Curry Mazesoba," but then I saw the limited "Salsa Tantan Mazesoba" (1,000 yen) with a topping of a half-cooked egg (100 yen) and decided to order that instead. The yellow bowl that arrived had lettuce, a half-cooked egg, salsa sauce at the bottom, meat miso, and fried garlic sprinkled on top. I mixed up the ingredients, lifted the noodles, and ate them after thoroughly mixing the sauce and toppings. The noodles were flat-winged noodles with a chewy and elastic texture, and they absorbed the sauce well, making them very delicious. The half-cooked egg had a gooey yolk, the salsa sauce had a nice acidity and spicy heat, and the fragrant garlic and meat miso combined to create a spicy heat, richness, and umami. The restaurant's original MASCARAS sauce comes in two varieties, white (slightly spicy) and red (spicy), and when poured over the mazesoba, it adds acidity, spiciness, and richness, enhancing the flavor. I thoroughly enjoyed the meal and ordered an Americano (300 yen) as well, which had a rich and deep flavor that paired excellently with the mazesoba. Although this restaurant is not a ramen or mazesoba specialty shop, the limited-time mazesoba was of such high quality that it would be a shame not to make it a regular menu item. I also bought a bottle of MASCARAS (red) sauce to take home.

Visited in April 2021 with a rating of 3.30 on Tabelog (from 22 reviews). Due to the priority measures for preventing the spread of COVID-19 and the third state of emergency, the temporary lunch service has been extended multiple times. It seems like it might be extended again until the end of May. Be sure to check their Instagram story for updates! Today's lunch menu featured two options: Salsa Curry Tsukemen and Salsa Tantan Tsukemen. I came specifically for my favorite, the Salsa Tantan Tsukemen. I added a soft-boiled egg as a topping. The colorful bowl with homemade spicy miso and Mexican salsa really stimulated my appetite. The thick and satisfying wheat noodles paired perfectly with the rich toppings. Be careful to eat consciously as the portion is generous and you might end up with leftovers. I managed to finish without using their homemade hot sauce this time. It seems to be a popular item for sale as well. I wonder how many more times I can come for lunch. Bon appétit!

Visited in April 2021, with a rating of 3.30 on Tabelog based on 22 reviews. They are currently operating with shortened hours due to COVID-19, but lunch service will continue until May 5th. Today's lunch options include three dishes, including a new addition: - Salsa Curry Mazesoba: 1,200 yen - Salsa Tantan Mazesoba: 1,000 yen - Seafood Chicken Bone Tsukemen: 1,000 yen Although I was tempted by my favorite Salsa Tantan Mazesoba, I decided to try the new Seafood Chicken Bone Tsukemen. The soup for the Tsukemen was rich but not too thick, which didn't quite match well with the thick wing noodles. I think a thinner noodle or a thicker soup would have been a better balance. The soup had a strong seafood flavor, and the thick slices of homemade rare chashu were satisfying and delicious. If there are no new releases next time, I would like to try the Salsa Tantan Mazesoba again. Thank you for the meal.

Visited in April 2021 with a rating of 3.30 on Tabelog. The number of new infections in Osaka has exceeded 1,000, and Kyoto is also seeing an increase. Despite this, there are some positives to the situation. "Comida Latina Costa" has resumed temporary lunch service during the shortened business hours. Today's lunch consisted of two dishes: Salsa Curry Maze Soba for 1,200 yen and Homemade Chashu Niboshi Soba for 1,000 yen. The Salsa Curry Maze Soba had a mild spiciness, which could be enhanced with their original hot sauce. The curry and salsa sauce paired well, and the chewy thick noodles were satisfying. The soft orange-flavored pork was tasty, and the half-boiled egg was rich and delicious. However, there was some leftover ingredients at the end. I look forward to trying their new dishes next time.

Visited in March 2021 with a rating of 3.30 on Tabelog based on 22 reviews. I tried the Salsa Tantan Mazesoba for 1,000 yen with an additional half-boiled egg for 100 yen. The restaurant, Comida Latina Costa, was open for emergency lunch service due to the state of emergency until March 14th, but it seems like it has been extended for another week. The lunch menu seems to be gaining popularity as there were many customers today. The main dish is the Salsa Curry Mazesoba, with another type that changes depending on the day. Today, there was a limited edition of 10 servings of Salsa Tantan Mazesoba, which I tried for the first time and it might be my favorite. The toppings were varied, and I added a half-boiled egg this time. The combination of homemade chili oil meat miso and Mexican salsa in the colorful bowl was really good. The noodles had a satisfying texture, but I still had quite a bit of toppings left at the end. I wish they had rice to finish it off. I forgot to use their homemade hot sauce this time, but it's available for purchase as I saw other customers buying it last time. Thank you for the meal.

Visited in March 2021 with a Foodlog rating of 3.30 (from 22 reviews). Tried the "Costa Rich Ramen" for 1,000 yen (tax included) at Comida Latina Costa, which always offers new dishes even during temporary lunch service. This ramen, featuring chicken broth, lacked any Mexican influence despite the name "Costa". The bright yellow bowl is appealing to women, as most of the customers during my visits were female. The soup was light yet flavorful, with a good balance of richness. The noodles were thick and could benefit from a thicker soup to enhance the overall experience. Adding the chili-infused minced garlic on the side really complemented the dish well. I couldn't stop drinking the soup until it was all gone. The lunch menu is available until March 14th, with weekends being the best time to visit. Overall, a satisfying experience with potential for the lunch menu to continue.

Visited in January 2021 with a Foodlog rating of 3.30 (22 reviews). Tried the "Salsa Curry Mazesoba" for 1,200 yen plus a half-boiled egg for 100 yen (tax included). This was my third visit to Comida Latina Costa. They are offering a special lunch menu until March 14th. I finally got to try the Salsa Curry Mazesoba today. It was spicy and rich, but not as hot as I expected. They have an original hot sauce for those who like it spicier. The curry and salsa sauce paired well with the chewy wing noodles, and the generous amount of tender orange-flavored pork was a nice touch. I topped it with a half-boiled egg, which was lightly seasoned. Mixing it all together, I couldn't finish all the curry in the end. It was a bit pricey for lunch, but very satisfying. This Mazesoba ranks second for me after the Salsa Tantan Mazesoba. Looking forward to trying their upcoming rich white broth ramen. Thank you for the meal.