Map of East Foothills

San Jose and surrounding area, locate the restaurant called La Costa

Is it a taqueria, or is it a taco stand? You be the judge at La Costa, a San Jose hot spot where the décor is, well, the great outdoors. Inside, La Costa 's space features a kitchen with red, green, and white tile floors. But never mind that, because you're not going inside. Belly up to the cashier's window and order to your heart's content: Perhaps a tender taco asado seasoned with spices and chiles and topped with crunchy salsa? Or maybe a burrito stuffed with strips of grilled chicken, avocado, cheese, and spicy condiments. Whatever you order, expect it to come fast and come outside—the only seating at La Costa is on the covered patio. But the food is cheap, tasty, and enjoys a massive following; regulars include foodies and area residents alike.