Welcome to Taqueria & pupuseria La Costena
Nestled at 2801 Wade Hampton Blvd in Greenville, SC, Taqueria & Pupuseria La Costena offers a vibrant dining experience with its cozy cantina ambiance. Famed for its authentic dishes, patrons rave about the delectable pupusas and flavorful tacos, with standout options like carnitas and chorizo. The welcoming staff creates an inviting atmosphere that enhances your culinary journey. Customers appreciate the well-prepared, generous portions, along with enticing sauces that elevate each dish. Whether you're grabbing a bite with friends or enjoying a casual family meal, La Costena promises a delightful experience filled with rich flavors and warmth that you won’t soon forget.
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2801 Wade Hampton Blvd, Greenville, SC 29609, United States2801 Wade Hampton Blvd, Greenville, SC 29609, United States Hotline: +1 864-244-2476
Welcome to Taqueria & Pupuseria La Costena, nestled at 2801 Wade Hampton Blvd in beautiful Greenville, SC. This hidden gem is more than just a restaurant; it's an experience that brings the vibrant flavors of Latin America right to your table. With a cozy cantina feel, this eatery is perfect for indulging in authentic tacos, hearty pupusas, and flavorful dishes that promise to tantalize your taste buds.
As you step inside, the enticing aromas envelop you, hinting at the delicious meals to come. The atmosphere is warm, with folk-style decorations and colorful woven table linens, making it an inviting place to gather with friends or unwind after a long day. Customers rave about the quick and friendly service, often speaking fondly of the welcoming staff who are eager to guide you through the menu's diverse offerings.
One of the standout highlights is, without a doubt, the pupusas. These traditional Salvadoran delights are made with a delightful corn flour that creates a crispy exterior holding warmth within—perfectly complemented by a tangy coleslaw. Many patrons, like Martha Deleon, have declared pupusas their new favorite appetizer, exclaiming about the incredible taste that bursts with each bite.
But don’t stop at pupusas! The menu offers an array of mouthwatering options, like the carnitas plate, lauded for its juicy, flavorful meat—customers have dubbed it the best they've ever had. For breakfast lovers, the burritos filled with chorizo and eggs provide a morning pick-me-up that's both satisfying and quick, all priced affordably.
Wesley Thomas was one of many who experienced La Costena for the first time, exclaiming, “It’s pretty good!” It's not surprising, given the authenticity and quality of their dishes. You'll find options tough to come by in Greenville, like unique taco varieties including cheek and tongue, served with fresh lime, cilantro, and homemade salsas. With dishes starting as low as $3.99, you can explore a world of flavors without breaking the bank.
Regulars like Flomar Flambe appreciate the option of fresh corn or flour tortillas, claiming that the corn tortillas are some of the best in town. Whether you’re craving something comforting or adventurous, La Costena entices you to try new flavors, from their enchiladas to unique soups that beckon with their delicious presentations.
Next time you're in Greenville, do yourself a favor and stop by Taqueria & Pupuseria La Costena. With a wonderful atmosphere, incredible service, and soul-satisfying dishes, you’ll find yourself wanting to return again and again. Enjoy a cold Corona, catch a fútbol game on TV, and lose yourself in the culinary innovation of this charming establishment. Your taste buds will thank you!
First time here and it pretty good.
This place is very unassuming from the outside but the smells when you open the door make you so hungry. We were greeted by a wonderful woman who took very good care of us. We ordered food and it was out VERY quickly. And the food was amazing. A solid 9.7 out of 10. If you are in town, PLEASE do yourself a favor and stop by here. You will not regret it.
Give this place a try. You will like it. Delicious. We had Pastor Tacos, Mix (beans, cheese, chicharron), and All Cheese pupusas. We really liked everything. The Pupusas came with fresh, crunchy, tangy coleslaw that really is the perfect condiment for them. The red and green sauces were smooth and tasty. I personally prefer a lot more heat in my Christmas sauces, but these were unique to the spot and I'm there for it. Importantly, the place was clean and comfortable. There are lots' of hole-in-the-wall (this is a term of endearment here) places that engender a certain sense of adventure/risk when eating there, but not this place. This is a well operated establishment. It really is a joy to find delicious, authentic options in my neighborhood (especially nice considering the best sushi in several mile radius of my house is at Publix lol).
First time here...love the cozy Cantina feel!! Staff was very welcoming, & didn't mind explaining some of the dishes I was unfamiliar with. I had Puposas for the first time, & they were AMAZING!! My new favorite appetizer! I got the Enchilada plate, & the portion size was huge-had to get a to-go box for the half I couldn't finish! They were absolutely delicious! My husband got the Carnitas plate, & I just had to try a bite...best Carnitas I've ever had!! Can't wait to go back & try more dishes there!!
With so many great taco place options in greenville its impossible to say which is the best, which is why its better form to ask "which one should we eat at today?" This is a great location for me when out shopping or just leaving the house for a quick bite to eat. I usually get the unexpected taco varieties like cheek, tongue, liver, etc all of which I love but I know the options have changed so I can not say which of these are currently available. I do know for certain the chicken and chorizo are very good. They are served with fresh: lime, cilantro, and salsa. You are given the option of fresh flour or corn tortillas and the corn tortillas here are some of the best in town. Its a great place to share a corona and grab a bite with your friends or if you and some coworkers just finished a long day on the job and are ready for dinner. Theres usually news and futbol on the tv with captions on. Theres folk style paintings on the walls, colorful woven table linen, and cut paper banners that hang from the ceiling like it was a party. Theres many interesting things on the menu I am curious to try, especially the soups that are pictured. I like restaurants that entice me to try new things, I appreciate that. I have also had the enchiladas verdes plate which was so much food for the price! And the sauces on them were delicious. I can not recommend enough trying the Pupusas. Its like a grilled cheese sandwich but with corn flour. I get mine with the squash blossoms. You take a bite and the cheese pulls like a TMNT pizza slice and its served with this sort of tangy cole slaw type side- Im not sure what it is called but i love it. I would eat it on a carnitas taco or a hamburger.
Really good pastor tacos on homemade corn tortillas. Photos show bar with liquor and beer but, I didn't see any drinks available aside from bottled soda etc. Cheap good food.
Great food. Steak an shrimp, chicken fajita. Best I've had in a while. Will definitely be a regular tp this restaurant
My husband and I went there for the first time last night and it was wonderful. They make the best homemade pupusas. Everything was fresh and delicious. We also had the texanas fajitas as well. Super yummy!!! Very clean and the hospitality was amazing. Felt like home.