Difficult review to write - here is my advice - know what you are walking into, and you will have a good experience. Is this 'authentic' Mexican food? No! I don't expect to get a truly 'authentic' meal where I can try something totally different every time I go. I go to Costa Vida because it's quick and when I want to have something that I know what it will taste like. With that said - in my opinion it's a tad bit pricy for the quality you get. I had been going back quite often because I had a coupon that I would use which would take about $3 off (per person). They have now discontinued the use of that coupon. For 2 people who get a burrito and a drink (not including chips and salsa or dessert), you'll end up somewhere around $22- $23. Again - not outrageous (and there aren't a ton of alternatives that are cheaper). But without that coupon, there are alternatives (Cafe Rio, Boca Taqueria, etc) that I will alternate to mix things up.