Costa By OK&M

502 E. Atlantic Ave., 561/501-6115

CHRISTIE GALEANO-DEMOTT

If You Go

PARKING: Street parking, nearby parking lots

HOURS:

Sun., 8:30 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Mon.-Tues., 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Wed.-Thurs., 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Fri., 8 a.m. – 11 p.m.

Sat., 8:30 a.m. – 11 p.m.

PRICES: $14- $56

WEBSITE: costabyokm.com takes chef/owner Coton Stine’s dedication to farm-to-table fare to an elevated level with its seasonal menu. Working closely with local farms and vendors, Stine curates deliciously healthy dishes that tempt your palate while fueling your body. The corner space is comfortable and embraces natural elements from its wicker chairs, lanterns and placemats to its greenery and expansive sliding doors that lead out to Fifth Avenue. Keeping true to its DNA, Costa is open for breakfast every day and brunch on the weekends in addition to its lunch and dinner service. The first part of the menu, designed to be shared, is divided into small starters, salads and boards (think cheese, flatbreads and spreads). Most, if not all, the selections looked interesting and called to me, so it was difficult to narrow down my order. For those with dietary restrictions, the dishes are clearly labeled gluten-free or vegan, which adds a sense of ease to the experience. Entrees and shareable sides include a variety of options like steak, pasta, seafood and vegetables.

I usually prefer to dip my bread in olive oil, but I couldn’t get enough of the whipped butter (made with avocado oil) that kicked off our dinner. It was followed by the beets and burrata ($24), a beautifully presented dish highlighting tangy beets resting on pesto that begged to be slathered on both the beets and creamy cheese. The beets were drizzled with house-made granola and a hint of honey that gave this appetizer layers of flavor. I would happily eat this every day. I also tried the crab boulet ($24), which were aesthetically reminiscent of hush puppies or conch fritters. I could taste the fresh crabmeat in the lightly fried balls that sat on an enjoyable sweet corn husk puree. The heritage pork belly ($22) was small pieces of the premium pork coated in a turmeric caramel glaze. Each slightly seared, tender morsel that I popped into my mouth hit my palate with an addictive balance of sweet and savory. xecutive Chef / Restauranteur Steven Botta has added the former Kathy’s Gazebo to his portfolio of high end restaurants. The 40 year tradition of excellence continues in a newly reimagined and newly renovated space. The name and decor may have changed but the menu has all the old menu favorites with some exciting new ones which will delight the palate. From the moment you arrive you will quickly realize that you have entered a restaurant where old world service is still the norm rather than the exception.

I ordered the fresh catch, and the hearty potion of several yellowtail filets reflected Latin and Caribbean influences with the savory coconut lemongrass broth and crispy tostones. The grass-fed petite filet was recommended, and for steak lovers it won’t disappoint. The a la carte dishes can be paired with one or more sides like the asparagus or truffle air fries. The best way to tackle the menu next time will be to curate an evening of shareable dishes; the variety of intriguing small plates and boards would make a fun evening of tapas.

A throwback to the days when where guests become family and a place to make new memories while reminiscing about past ones. Come join us and see what all the excitement is about. We look forward to seeing you. Yevette, Steven and Anthony.

Yevette, Steven and Anthony