Why you should experience Costa Grande in Van Nuys, California.
Costa Grande is a bold, high-volume Mexican seafood and grill spot where bright flavors, large portions, and constant motion come together in a space built for energy and appetite.
Located along Van Nuys Boulevard near the district's main commercial corridor and surrounded by dense neighborhood traffic, this lively restaurant operates as a go-to for mariscos, grilled plates, and combination dishes that reflect the depth and variety of coastal Mexican cuisine. The moment you step inside, the rhythm is immediate, plates moving quickly, servers weaving through the room, and the scent of citrus, seafood, and spice filling the air. It's not quiet. It's alive, and it stays that way.
What you didn't know about Costa Grande.
Costa Grande builds its identity on scale and variety, offering a menu that spans seafood towers, ceviches, tacos, and grilled meats without losing its core sense of direction.
At the center are mariscos, shrimp, fish, octopus, prepared in cocktails, tostadas, and hot dishes layered with lime, chile, and seasoning that leans bright and direct. What many don't immediately notice is how much the experience depends on contrast, cold seafood dishes hitting sharp and refreshing, followed by heavier grilled plates that bring depth and weight. The portions are generous, designed for sharing or for meals that carry beyond a single sitting. The kitchen operates at a high pace, maintaining consistency across volume. It's not about refinement. It's about delivery at scale.
How to fold Costa Grande into your trip.
Costa Grande works best as a group meal or a high-energy stop, something you plan when you want food that feels abundant and social.
Come during lunch or dinner when the room is in full motion, and order across the menu, something cold, something grilled, and something to share. Let the table build naturally rather than ordering everything at once, and stay present as dishes arrive in waves. This isn't a place to rush or isolate into a single plate. It's a place to engage with volume, flavor, and movement. When you leave, the impression isn't subtle, it's full, loud, and unmistakably satisfying.
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