# Costas - Latin Street Food > Counter-service setup with no seating creates a quick, takeout-focused atmosphere. Bright, cute decoration contrasts with a quiet, easy-to-miss presence near scaffolding and enclosures. Menu features authentic arepas and home-style sancocho, with preparation times extending during lunch rushes. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/Costas---Latin-Street-Food - Address: 40 W 38th St, New York, New York, 10018, US - Hours: Thursday: 09:00 AM - 08:00 PM Friday: 09:00 AM - 08:00 PM Monday: 09:00 AM - 08:00 PM Tuesday: 09:00 AM - 08:00 PM Wednesday: 09:00 AM - 08:00 PM - Phone: +16465643545 - Website: https://www.costasnyc.com/ - Google rating: 4.3 (320 reviews) ## What it is good for - Authentic — 10/10 - Tortillas — 8.8/10 - Food — 8.7/10 - Taco — 7.5/10 - Mexican Food — 7.5/10 - Soup — 7.5/10 - Lunch Spot — 6.9/10 - Arepa — 6.9/10 - Takeout — 6.7/10 ## What people say - "I found the arepas here to be delicious and satisfying." - "This Lunch Spot's bold flavors and generous portions are unforgettable." - "The flavors here are bold, vibrant, and truly authentic Latin street cuisine." ## Good to know - Costas does not have seating, so all food is take out. - Orders are placed at the counter; no seating is available. - You have to order ahead if you have limited time. - They make the arepas by hand, so expect a 10-15 minute wait. - They don't have change for cash. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.