Best Time Best People Best Food. Thats my BBB rating. My wife and I have been eating here for years. The live entertainment is Exceptional. read more

Casa Córdoba - You me and him - Spanish Near Me - Montrose, California

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Last Saturday, we celebrated a family member's birthday at this restaurant. Just want to say right off the bat that this place really hit it out of the ball park in almost all aspects of the dining experience. First off, it's a beautiful restaurant with Spanish touches throughout. There is seating inside and outside the restaurant in the courtyard. In the courtyard, there was a musician playing the guitar. Loved, LOVED his rendition of Hotel California. Really put me in a relaxing mood. The food here is unbelievably good with a few minor exceptions. Here is a run down of everything we had: -Patatas Bravas 5/5 stars. The roasted potatoes were delicious and the creamy sauce drizzled on top made it that much better. -Croquetas de Jamon y Pollo 4/5 stars. I remember it being tasty, but it wasn't as memorable as some of the other things I tried. -Gambas al Ajillo 5/5 stars. The shrimp was perfectly cooked and flavored. Even the bread, which tasted like sourdough, was fantastic. -Calamares Fritos 10/5 stars. No, that is not a typo. I usually avoid calamari like the plague since I'm not a fan of the taste. Here, however, I couldn't stop eating the calamari. I was popping them in my mouth like popcorn. There was something about the batter they used to coat the calamari. It had a satisfying crunch to it. Didn't even need the sauce it came with. -Prime Ribeye (prepared medium rare) 3/5 stars. The steak was okay. It was a bit undercooked and didn't have a nice crust on it. -Papitas Fritas: 10/5 stars. Once again, not a typo. The fries here were something special, which is saying a lot since fries are ubiquitous. The fries were delicately crispy and delicious. -Jamon Iberico Cebi de Campo with Manchego Cheese 4/5 stars. The Jamon Iberico was good, but not great. It had a slightly weird after taste that I usually don't get from high quality Jamon Iberico. -Tarta De Queso and Churros con Chocolate 3/5 stars. These were the only two items that I was truly disappointed with. There was nothing special about these dessert items. The churros were bland. -Cucumber Mint Cooler and Devil's Day Off 5/5 stars. Both of these drinks were refreshing. The Cucumber Mint Cooler, in case you're wondering, could best be described as a well executed, non-alcoholic cucumber mojito. The Devil's Day Off was a fizzy grapefruit and cinnamon delight. I have to end this review with the service. It was top notch. Our server, Robert, was not only extremely friendly, but helpful and informative. He walked us through the menu and talked us out of ordering certain items so that we wouldn't over order food or get items too similar to one another. At one point, we were debating whether to order the Churrasco a la Plancha (8 oz ribeye) or 12 oz ribeye. One person from our family wanted the fritas that only came with the Churrasco while another person (me) wanted the 12 oz ribeye. Robert resolved the disagreement by suggesting that we just order the 12 oz ribeye and they'll throw in the fritas for free (which they did). At the end of the meal, he made sure to point out that the gratuity had already been added to the bill and that there was no need to add a tip. We appreciated the heads up, otherwise we may not have noticed that. If it's not clear from my write up, I really enjoyed this place, despite a few items that missed the mark. If it wasn't so far away from where I live, I would have been back this weekend to try out more items from the menu. read more

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Located in the heart of the Honolulu Avenue shopping district, Casa Cordoba provides a glimpse of Iberian dining modified for American tastes. We shared the mariscos of shrimp and clans in a savory sauce that worked well with the grilled focaccia. The seafood was fresh and tasty with about 6 good size shrimps. The best place to sit is on the front patio where all the action is. There is a back patio that features live music at times. There is nothing terribly evocative about the décor, however. Finally, the service was efficient, with plenty of servers to go around. Having just returned from a trip to Spain, there was real sticker shock since we were used to 3€ wine and 2.00 pintxas. The prices did seem a bit high even by American standards with some items over $70. Nevertheless, this was good American style Spanish food and a nice place to eat. read more

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I hope the owners see this. We have been there frequently and have to say the food is great, but what makes Casa Cordoba is the live musician, Roger!!!!!!! I can emphatically say he's the best musician from the lineup. We were there on an off day, i think it was a Thursday, and we experienced another musician, David, he's ok, but he takes super LONG breaks, we specifically went there for the live "now Thursday music" which is great, but David just retreats to breaks tooooooo long. The music isn't upbeat. He's talented, but for the ambience, the musicians should make it fun and upbeat with some medium tempos as well. Roger, out of the lineup, is by far the most fun and upbeat, and he is so nice and personable! We went for lite appetizers and drinks, but roger made it that much more fun. We ended up staying until he was done. We gave him a very nice tip, and he was so grateful. Throughout the evening, we requested a few tunes, and he played them! We love his music and his energy! Roberto was fantastic as well, with positive energy and very friendly! We will be back soon, and will check Casa's website for Roger's dates!! He's MAGNIFICENT!!!!!! read more

Richard was such a great server! He was super friendly, gave us great recommendations, and kept us laughing throughout the meal. The vibe inside was Spain-like, which made the whole experience enjoyable. We ordered: - Croquetas de Jamón y Pollo - so delicious, definitely a great starter - Pintxo de Vientre de Cerdo - wasn't sure what to expect, but all the flavors worked really well together - Pulpo de la Casa - the layered potatoes were sooo good, and the octopus was tender - Pesto Pasta - kind of like a macaroni-style pesto pasta, which was interesting but actually pretty tasty Everything was flavorful and we really enjoyed the experience overall. It is on the pricier side, but the service, ambiance, and quality made it feel worth it. Would definitely come back! read more

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The paella salty - runners dropped off food & we were hungry so just ate it- waiter didn't stop by until we finished approx 1.5 to 2 cups of rice per large paella $69 $8 for tiny, bread w butter while waiting for meal (quality = take & bake from Ralph's) , they no longer serve tortilla de patata as menu on here reads- save your $$ we all know everything is expensive but this place isn't where u wanna spend your $ - our bill average approx $55 pp for our party & we were still hungry at the end - the $52 steak was good but id go to a different place for Spanish cuisine. read more

First time customers we we're very disappointed especially with host black hair lady she's so rude I do not recommend anyone to come here. We asked for a table of 2 to sit outside and the she couldn't find us one while there were plenty of open tables. Her answer was those are tables for 4 people. read more

YaYY! DineLA week is on and I was able to visit Casa Cordoba which has been on my bucket list since last year. It is nestled in the middle of Montrose between Glendale and La Canada surrounding areas, all you see is views of green mountains, tranquility and most importantly, safe neighborhood. Public parking was available within walking distance of the restaurant. I came in with a reservation and was seated right away. I was seated on the outside patio facing the entrance. My waiter was very pleasant and assisted me right away. For the DineLA promo, they offer a pre-fixed tasting menu that includes their popular tapas. You get to pick four from the list and it also includes dessert at the end, churros and chocolate dip. For my 4 tapas: "Patatas Bravas" 4/5 hearty, rich sauce on top of cubed potatoes. "Croquetas de jamon y pollo" 5/5 "Pinxto de vientre de Cerdo" 5/5 my favorite! (Crispy pork belly, fried goat cheese and fig jam atop grilled focaccia" I had to order a separate round of this tapas dish which came with two more. And "Berenjena Frita" 5/5 (fried eggplant with honey drizzled on top) The churros and chocolate dip: 3/5 I was not the biggest fan of the chocolate dip it was giving very much "Abuelita's chocolate bar" flavor which was to my assumption melted and poured onto the dish for dipping. Spirits review: first drink i picked out was their "oaxacan old fashion" which was bomb.com 5/5 Then I tried their red sangria highly suggested by my waiter 5/5 I loved it so much that I asked for another glass. Overall, the experience was admirable and cozy. I was very full afterwards but my belly was happy. I loved the outdoor patio setting which is perfect for a solo date or special occasion. I plan to come back soon to try more of the pork belly with fried goat cheese ball on top! Yum! read more

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Casa Córdoba in Montrose Old Town is easily one of the best Spanish tapas experiences you'll find outside of Spain. From the moment you walk in, the ambience and décor set the tone -- warm, intimate, and tastefully designed with a classic Spanish feel. It's the kind of place that makes you want to slow down, order a few plates, and enjoy the evening. The tapas are outstanding, beautifully executed and full of authentic Spanish flavors. Each dish feels thoughtfully prepared, balancing simplicity with depth, just like you'd expect at a great tapas bar in Spain. Everything we tried was meant to be shared, and every plate arrived perfectly timed, encouraging a relaxed, social dining experience. Service was attentive and polished, adding to the overall charm without being intrusive. Whether you're there for a date night, a special occasion, or just a great meal with friends, Casa Córdoba delivers on every level. If you're craving genuine Spanish cuisine, great atmosphere, and a memorable dining experience, Casa Córdoba is a must-visit gem in Montrose Old Town. https://www.instagram.com/p/C5KVh-QsLd_/?igsh=ZDE1MWVjZGVmZQ== read more

This was my second visit, but this time with friends. The atmosphere and vibe -great! The food delicious! The tapas that we ordered were all very good. If you start off with their house bread and butter that might get you full. I really came for cocktails and had bite of the croquettes, pork belly with jam and goat cheese, beet kale salad and fried artichokes. Our friend ordered for us so apologies if I don't mention the exact names that are on the menu. You will not be disappointed with the food- will everything be your favorite? Maybe not but you will definitely enjoy several things on the menu here. Patio dining on a nice evening is the best here. The service started off great but slowly dwindle down where we may have been forgotten. There was three of us and only two of the cocktails showed up. If we had not said anything, we probably would not have had the other two cocktails. I would definitely come back for the food and the vibes! read more

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The plus side of going out with a group of people for dinner is your ablity to sample a variety of foods. That's what happened when we went to Casa Cordoba. My take on the food is in the photos. Service was great. We got seated quickly and helps with a reservation. Our server gave us ample time to look at the menu before ordering. Food came out at reasonable amount of time. Ambience was great. They have outdoor seating and the restaurant felt very cozy. read more

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Stopped by with some friends on a Sunday afternoon and had a lovely time! There was no line but took a bit to get seated as there was no host at the front - we just wandered in ourselves and flagged someone down. We did love the ambiance especially on the outdoor patio - it felt like we were immediately transported to Spain! Service was attentive. - Patatas bravas - potatoes with garlic and salsa brava, was quite a filling portion size and very saucy - Pintxo de vientre de cerdo - crispy pork belly with fried goat cheese, focaccia and fig jam. The dish comes with 2 servings by default but we were able to request 3. The flavors really came together for this one - Pulp de la casa - octopus with potato, topped with tomato salsa - a super yummy combination and the octopus was well cooked. - Casa Cordoba paella - paella with chicken, duck, and pork chorizo. Just as a heads up the paella takes around 45 minutes to prepare. The paella was good but pretty standard, and the chicken was a little on the drier side - Churros con chocolate - a perfect sweet ending to our meal. The chocolate sauce was not too sweet and paired perfectly with the churros Overall a charming spot for a relaxed meal with great ambiance! read more

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First time customers. We ordered the seafood paella, mariscos de la casa, among other things. We all liked them. Service was great and ambiance very nice. Will be back when in the area again. read more

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Amazing restaurant Loved the decor and atmosphere Our server was on it all the way through with great suggestions ordered quite a few food items Bruchetta, Albondigas for apps. Salmon and churrasco with chimichurri cooked medium Will be coming back read more

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A Spanish-inspired restaurant tucked away in Montrose with a lovely outdoor patio. The service was friendly and fun, which made the experience even better. We ordered the patatas bravas, pan con tomate, croquetas de jamón y pollo, albóndigas, pintxo de vientre de cerdo, and the marinera paella. The fig jam and goat cheese combo on the pintxo de vientre de cerdo was a standout--absolutely loved it. The paella was good overall, though a bit on the salty side. Overall, everything was delicious, and it's a great hidden gem in Montrose. read more

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Came here in a Saturday night with a group of friends. Good atmosphere. Live music Tried the following - Setas y trufas (mushrooms) 5/5. Delicious and very garlicky - croquetas de jamon y pollo 3/5. Was just ok. Not much flavor - churrasco a la plancha 4/5. Very tender and good but small portions for the price - pasta Espanola con marisos 4/5. Very flavorful but definitely on heavy side. Order to share. Service 3/5. Average service, nothing special. read more

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Love it here. Absolutely takes me back to Spain. Croquetas de Jamon is amazing and one of my favorites. The broccolini is okay. I'd pass on this next time. You want to get the patatas bravas here; it's saucy and the slight crispiness. Albondigas are good and flavorful. They have a few options for paella; try the chicken one. I do also like arroz negro. They have a small option and large option depending on how many people for dinner. Get wine with your meal. I prefer the white one, but both red and white are good. There are a couple of options for kids meals as well. They have live music Friday and Saturday nights which is nice. I made reservations online and was seated right away. There's plenty of parking in the area. read more

Today, I ordered my favorite Red Sangria and gave Morgan the opportunity to choose my meal. After twisting my arm all the way back, I ordered (and thoroughly enjoyed) the Ensalada de Remolacha con Pollo y Gambas de Ajillo. OMG! So good. The flavors jumped around in my mouth like bouncing gummy bears trying to get out. I thoroughly enjoyed every bite. The taste was out of this world! Morgan took her break and John stepped in. He did not miss a beat keeping my glass full of Red Sangria. Now that I've got my arm back, I want to thank Morgan for "forcing" me to try something new. It was well worth it! Thank you, thank you, thank you. I'll be back soon! read more

Casa Córdoba - Ensalada de Remolacha con Pollo - Spanish Near Me - Montrose, California

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Okayish Spanish restaurant in the Montrose area. I visited this restaurant for lunch on a Saturday. Walking-in, I loved the vibe of the restaurant. They have outdoor and indoor seating and it was decorated and designed with Spanish-style decor which made me feel like I was actually dining in Spain. Firstly for the tapa appetizer, my friend and I ordered the Patatas Bravas. These were pretty solid. The roasted potatoes were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside and they weren't dry. The garlic and salsa brava sauce were savory with a hint of heat which I liked. However, I feel like these could've been better. For the main dish, my friend and I ordered the Casa Cordoba Paella which wasn't the greatest, but it wasn't bad. For paellas, it takes 45 minutes to prepare according to the menu so my friend and I ordered the appetizer to tie us over. We ordered the small size which was good for 2 people to share. The rice itself was okay. It was nicely seasoned and wasn't mushy which I liked. The meat was a let down though. The duck was pretty dry. The chicken portion was good, but also could've been more moist. The pork chorizo was solid though. Overall, I feel like there is better paella out there. The service was pretty decent and I appreciated how our waiter made sure we never ran out of water. It was a bit of a hassle to flag him down for the check though. Overall, a mid experience here. I probably wouldn't go out of my way to come here again, but would eat the food if someone gave it to me. read more

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Excellent date spot in Montrose. Upscale venue with a lovely outdoor patio. Lots of excellent tapas to choose from. We tried the potatoes, mushrooms, croquettes, sliders, and artichoke hearts. They have white and red sangria as well. Everything was delicious. When they give you the bill, it has a QR code so you can pay immediately instead of having to wait for the wait staff to take your credit card and charge it. Definitely a great spot for a quick bite, drink, or sit down meal! To-go boxes available and our waiter was great! Will definitely return. read more

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Casa Córdoba seemed like it could be a great addition to our family dinner rotation in Montrose, especially since we're all scattered across LA and are always looking for convenient meetup spots. Unfortunately, the experience felt a bit lackluster. We went early in the evening because we had plans afterward, and despite the dining room being mostly empty, the food took quite a while to come out. Our waiter was kind, but it did feel like there was some subtle disappointment when none of us ordered alcohol. When we chose just four dishes for the three of us, he mentioned it likely wouldn't be enough food. I had already seen plates coming out of the kitchen, so I felt comfortable with our order and in the end, it was plenty. When the food arrived, it was underwhelming. Nothing was terrible, but everything felt fairly bland and didn't leave much of an impression. As a group, we all agreed it wasn't anything we'd be eager to order again. When the bill came, the pricing felt a bit high considering the portion sizes and overall flavor. It wasn't a terrible experience, just not memorable in a way that would bring us back. For now, we'll keep searching for that next great family dinner spot in the area read more

The courtyard was super cute! We went on a Saturday night so there was live music. The soft melody accompanied by delicious food made a perfect summer evening. The seafood paella was worth the wait. It could take up to 45 minutes so order that as soon as you get service. The rice dish came with big pieces of shrimp, mussels and squid. I loved the flavor of the paella and the soft rice. My partner got the Dine LA option which came with 4 little plates of food. My favorites out of the four were the potatoes and the mushrooms. They both had great umami. I could have eaten double of those portions. The other tapas ware pork belly and meatballs. The pork belly was dry and hard to eat. The churros were dry too. They had good flavor but maybe sat out for too long before they were served. The ambiance was great and service was good. I recommend making a reservation. It's a perfect spot for all occasions. read more

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We had a great tapas dinner on a recent Friday evening at Casa Cardoba. We had been wanting tapas for a while and when I learned a few weeks back that there was a good one in Montrose, I made a reservation. My father has dealt with the owner & his wife in the past and had nothing but nice things to say about them. This was a few years ago and I dont know if Casa is still owned by the same couple but that was nice to hear. We started off with patatas bravas ($14) and croquetas de jamon y pollo ($15). Both were delicious. Both were served in iron skillets. The patatas are their most popular appetizer as told to us by our excellent server Richard. He was great, a good sport and checked in on us while also making sure our food arrived in time to how we were eating. We appreciated Richard very much. The patatas were roasted & served with garlic and tomato sauces. Very tasty. The croquetas (5 pcs) were creamy on the inside and had nice light batter on the outside. They were delicious. We also ordered the PINTXO CHAMPIÑONES CON GAMBAS ($20) and these are large button mushrooms topped with deliciously prepared grilled shrimp on top of a baguette slice. The shrimp (you get 4 pcs) are prepared in a sherry wine & garlic sauce. Very good and a great looking dish. For our entree, we ordered churrasco a la plancha ($49) which is a sliced ribeye filet served with fries. We opted for a chimichurri sauce over the sherry wine option. The filet was tender, the chimichurri was strong but went well with the steak and the fries were good. Also ordered were 2 el tamarindo cocktails ($20 ea) which the lady enjoyed.... We had a lovely dinner at Casa Cordoba. There was live music in the outdoor patio setting. There was a guitarist that evening. We were seated just under the overhang so it was perfect. It was a warm Summer evening and were just outside of the sun's reach at that point. Parking out back in one of the free lots or metered street parking sparingly out front. Too bad we didnt get to meet the owner, since my father had nice things to say about him. So did my good friend who lives just up the street and has dined there in the past. Next time... Thanks to Richard for ensuring our dinner went well. Gracias... read more

Family style restaurant with overall nice food choices. Just a word of caution: don't eat too much of the appetizers, the various paellas are worth waiting for. PS: At the end, there is the choice of dessert there or ice cream next door ... :) PREVIOUS REVIEW A great place to find a very solid collection of Spanish food items. The weather was unexpectedly bad, and the plan to sit outdoors was met with reality. We were a larger group, and nonetheless we were were easily accommodated. The service was very attentive, and the food just kept rolling in, one deliciousness after the other. After several smaller appetizers including onion rings and mushrooms, the various paellas were most convincing, seafood and vegetarian, inked and regular. Great place for a good time. read more

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FOOD This place was delicious. It's tapas so definitely come prepared. They also had a DineLA menu but we didn't opt for that. My favorite was the calamari appetizer. The salmon was also moist and delicious. SERVICE Wait staff were attentive and tended to our needs. We were order only a few dishes at first and then after we were done, we added on a dish or two on things we wanted to try. AMBIANCE Very cute ambiance setting. We were seated outside next to the a big crowd but still had ample space. Definitely bring bug spray if you get hit easily. read more

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Looking for something different from our regular rotation, and I am not sure how Casa Cordoba has eluded us for so long. It's a charming little place in the middle of Honolulu Street in Montrose with some cute outdoor seating and good food. The service was a little rushed, but was overall great throughout. Pacing was better than a lot of tapas places, but we did end up with all three starter plates on the table that became overly crowded and needed to be cleared of empty serving plates. The food was overall very good. We tried 3 tapas plates; Albondigas, Croquetas de Jamón y Pollo, and Pintxo de Vientre de Cerdo. The last one is a pork belly dish that was the winner of the night for both of us. Croquetas were pretty tasty and the albodigas were good. We finished with a Casa Cordoba Paella which was very good, and loaded with protein. It did taste like they use a chicken bouillon powder or something for the rice, which made it a little saltier and basic for my tastes, but it didn't keep me from finishing it. I had an Oaxacan Old Fashioned that was good, but I felt could be a little more mescal forward. Same story with the Red Sangria, which was very good, not too sweet, but I like a little more spirit driven. I feel like it's a pretty good value, the space is great for a tapas experience with friends, especially on a night like we had for this visit and the food is very good. We will definitely return. read more

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A hidden oasis with Spanish flair in the heart of Montrose. Beautiful outdoor patio! Get there early or at off peak times to snag a spot outdoors. Love the colorful tiled tables, fountain and planter wall. Their house butter is amazing with their crusty bread. Standouts are the potatoes (can ask for sauces on the side instead of drenched all over), paella and the buttery shrimp tapas dish. I forget which salad we ordered but we were able to swap out the goat or bleu cheese with manchego and that really made our day! Some items I would skip are the ham croquettes, I think I just hate them anywhere I go lol and skip the calamari as well. The batter is too thick. I prefer a light and airy crisp to it instead of heavy onion ring type batter. Metered parking available. read more

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Nestled in a lively street with lots of other shops nearby. We decided to dine here before checking out the lights at the Descanso Gardens with a reservation. Really liked the Spanish decor and architecture of the place. The patio area in back is super nice and is covered so you won't be cold even in LA winter. Overall, a good selection of food and choices to choose from. My favorite dish was the Octopus served on the Sliced Potatoes. For drinks, I really liked the Casa Alma with its kick! read more

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If you're looking for an amazing dining experience then Casa Cordoba is the place. The restaurant itself is absolutely beautiful, but the real showstopper was our server. This man didn't just bring us food, he brought a level of humor, charisma, and pure enthusiasm that should probably be bottled and sold as a premium supplement. He made us feel so welcomed and genuinely cared. It is rare to find service this impeccable that also feels this authentic and joyful...It turned a great meal into an absolute five-star event. ​As for the menu, it's a "shut up and take my money" situation from start to finish. We dove into a variety of tapas that were all spectacular, followed by the Pesto Pasta and the Churrasco a la plancha, which were perfection. To keep the good times rolling, I ordered the Black Manhattan and The Galleon, and let's just say these cocktails are dangerous in the best way possible. They were expertly crafted and highly recommended. This place is a neighborhood gem that actually lives up to the hype. read more

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Casa Córdoba is such a vibe. We celebrated my daughter's first birthday here last year and it was perfect. Came back for Sunday lunch and loved that it lined up with the Montrose farmers market. Fun energy all around. The artichokes? Obsessed. Crispy outside, creamy inside. Croquetas were dreamy too. That shrimp on bread? I want the sauce on everything. Rice, bread, my soul. Paella Cordoba over the Paella Negra for me. The flavor just hits better which was surprising since I'm a huge Paella Negra girly. Sangria is solid, but the mocktails are shockingly good. Like actually crafted, not just juice with a mint leaf. Service is always great. They're super toddler friendly, which is a win. And if you go for dinner, they sometimes have flamenco dancers which makes it feel extra fun and special. Love this place. Feels like a little escape every time. read more

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Nice ambiance, flavorful food, attentive dinning service. I tried their Pulpo Casa Córdoba, Churrasco a la Plancha, Marinera Paella and sangria. All plates were super flavorful. The octopus was so tender. There was a guitarist in the courtyard and different ambiance in each of the seating areas, outside the door in their enclosed porch, the dinning room across the courtyard and the dinning room beside the bar. The dinning room across the courtyard was quite loud so I opted to dine beside the bar and could still enjoy the music. Highly recommend a visit here! read more

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Always a great ambiance here specially when you're out in the patio Al fresco dining! Good service, they do their best to give you the best seat or not so better to make reservations ahead of time. I've come here for the paella authenticity as close to Spain. It's not dry, it's not too juicy but could use more seafood. It's too good not to devour the rice with mostly rice only. You have to enjoy your seafood bits. Sangria is also good here by glass or by pitcher, red or white. The gambas appetizer is also very good, if only they can give you more bread to finish all the garlicky sauce! Like I said, can't go wrong with paella here. read more

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Came here with friends on a Sunday. Didn't catch the servers name but he was def a highlight of the experience. He deserves a raise! Our table of 5 ordered a red sangria pitcher, calamari, chicken and ham croquettes and glazed pork belly pintxo. The tapas were great. The calamari was a great portion for our group. Each piece had a light, crisp batter that didn't over power the soft squid. Seasoned well that it only needed the lemon for that additional citrus punch. The pork dish was really good. Seasoned well and just the right chew for the pork pieces. I only wish there was more of this to go around. We had one chicken and ham croquette each. Just enough. It was the last tapas dish to arrive at our table. It was well worth the wait. As it was my favorite out of the three. It was piping hot, soft interior with chunks of protein. It was a nice blend of textures. It's far and few between I order paella so for what I would consider a "first timer" to try the dish, this was great. We ordered the large that was said to feed 3-4 people, fit our group nicely. It was just enough to not be overly stuffed. We were satisfied. Rice was perfectly cooked. The chicken pieces were seasoned well and juicy. I wish to have ordered the seafood option, but my cousin has a food already to shrimp :/ if I get a chance to visit again I'll for sure get the shrimp paella. read more

Casa Córdoba - Chicken paella - Spanish Near Me - Montrose, California

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The food here is not good. Nor is the sangria. The ambiance - with the live flamenco music - is decent , so maybe it's good for grabbing a glass of wine on a warm evening. The red sangria is way too sweet and tasted more like juice than anything else. There definitely wasn't any liquor or fruit in it. The patatas bravas were the only decent dish- sauce has a slight kick. Calamari was very whatever- slightly chewy, sauces that came with it were too heavy The mushroom /shrimp/bread thing was flavorless I read the reviews for the paella so decided to skip it, which given how the rest of the food was, was the right decision. Wouldn't recommend or return. read more

I love Casa Cordoba! Two-pigtails up! First, Honolulu Ave in Montrose is one of the best hang-out areas. A fun street with plenty of small businesses, a chill vibe, and easy parking. Casa Corboba's dreamy atmosphere is one of its best qualities. You don't have to go far to feel like you are on vacation. The hostesses here are always very friendly and accommodating. Xavier, the bartender, makes excellent drinks and is a hospitable host. They offer a very nice HH. They have some delicious little sandwiches on the app menu and their main course Paellas are very tasty. The only app I didn't care for was the fried artichokes. I hope they keep that on the menu, but just use the hearts and not the chewy leaves. LOVE their Sangria! I'll meet you on the patio for some quality relaxation! read more

Casa Córdoba - Fried artichoke. I would've liked it more if it was just the hearts. Too chewy. - Spanish Near Me - Montrose, California

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One of the more authentic Spanish restaurants in the greater Los Angeles area. Always loved how cute and romantic the restaurants is and is the perfect date or girls spot for both lunch and dinner. We came on a Sunday afternoon and without reservations it was easy and fast to get seated. Definitely would recommend getting a reservation for the weekend to get a nicer seat in the house. Recommend sitting outside as well. It is so beautiful and with great ambiance. Reminds me so much of Spain. Sangria 5/5 really good flavors, fruity and tart. Can taste the wine but not too strong. Easily could've had a pitcher, which they offer as well. Gambas 10/5 probably the closest tasting to ones I've had in Spain. Flavorful, really good quality olive oil and absolutely delicious. The shrimp is cooked to perfection, quite a delicious bite all together with the side of bread. Patata bravas 5/5 potatoes are really crispy, you can tell it was made fresh. And you get a generous portion of the delicious paprika cream sauce drizzled all over the potatoes too. Paella 3/5 there's a couple different paella variations. We ended getting the casa cordoba paella which was meat heavy with chicken, duck and pork. It was definitely different than the paella I'm used. The paella felt more moist than crunchy, which is typically the best part of the dish because of the charred flavor. I thought the meat was an overcooked but the flavors were good. Overall a great meal, definitely a must try in Montrose. read more

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Vibes, Food, Service -- everything here is spot on perfection! Although we did not get the sit outside, where the ambiance transports you to Spain, we did enjoy the quaintness and privacy of the indoor tables, especially since it was just us inside. Since the dishes are tapas, be prepared to spend a pretty penny on a couple tapas (but they are delicious!!!) For a party of 5 adults, we got 4 tapas and 1 large paella. The patatas bravas are elevated potatoes and covered with this dreamy red sauce that brought a kick. The Pintxo de Vientre de Cerdo is a crispy pork belly on a little toast and was perfection melting the fattiness of the pork, sweetness from the fig, and creaminess of the goat cheese. Be aware that there is only 2 pieces though! The Gambas al Ajillo was also delicious, the shrimp was super plump and snappy. The pulp de la casa was so shocking, as the octopus wasn't chewy but actually tender. The flavors to complement the octopus was super strong but, the octopus still remains the star in the dish! We got a white sangria pitcher to share amongst a few of us. Although not our favorite, it was huge!!! The paella we chose was the Marinera Paella which is their seafood one. The rice was a bit wet still and not as dry as it should be. However, the seafood was cooked to perfection. The mussels were so plump and juicy, and the shrimp were huge and snappy! I definitely enjoyed the whole experience at Casa Cordoba and I have to shoutout our server who was not only very patient with us, but super attentive, helpful, and enthusiastic! read more

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First of all, 5 stars for quality of the food. No complaints on the food. BUT service is incredibly lacking and I've got 3 visits to support this unfortunate truth. 1) last October, my partner and I made a last minute reservation for 8:30 or 8:45pm on Open Table but when we arrived we were told the kitchens were closed. And not like the closed early, like the restraint wasn't even open. 2) we went back again earlier this year and were met with a completely aloof hostess who wouldn't make eye contact with us, and made no effort to provide any level of customer service or welcome us. 3) tonight we had relatives in from out of state and took them here for dinner. We ordered apps, and then ordered dinner. All five us received our entrees at completely different times, the last one being 20 minutes after the rest of us. We made a note to our server and he gave us a slew of excuses that some of the meals are faster to make and the last pasta takes longer. To which we said they should then time everything so they all come out together, vs bringing each thing as it's ready. The chef then came out with an attitude and asked what he could do, and were like? I guess comp the meal (which they did). Was just a messy experience and once again proves customer service is dead. read more

Let me start with the fun fact that it's taken me nearly 13 years to actually sit down for a bite to eat here at Casa Córdoba. So when the stars finally aligned and it wasn't a Monday when I got my umpteenth craving for Spanish tapas, I took the opportunity to take my little man to happy hour. Because well, both of us are hobbits and what's better than lunch together? Another late lunch just before dinner, or as we call it, "happy hour" and for a good reason. For starters, there was a serenity in the courtyard with the trickling fountain and a light spring breeze. To think, if these walls or floors could talk, there's also some history they could share that any aviation buff can appreciate. While we snacked on our happy hour delights, I enjoyed a Galician (Gin) Martini made with Mediterranean dry vermouth and lemon oil. It was surprisingly smooth with a hint of lemony tang. Meanwhile, my hobbit little ordered a strawberry lemonade. Our waiter, who was also the bartender at that 4pm-ish hour went above and beyond by making a lemonade with freshly muddled strawberries. It was perfect for our happy hour snacking: - Montaditos de Jamón y Queso was made with imported Serrano ham, Manchego cheese, roasted peppers on top of grilled Focaccia. - Montaditos de Pollo y Chorizo had chicken & chorizo, red bell pepper, Bravas sauce, a hint of cilantro, a dash of garlic aioli, some pickled onion, and a savory, mouthful of yum. - Montaditos de Queso y Fruta featured grilled focaccia slathered with oh so sweet fig jam, Manchego & Iberico cheeses, and topped with crisp, sliced apples, and some of the prettiest edible pansies that matched the tiles on our table. Knowing that the food was great for happy hour (and peeping at the paella and shrimps at the other table), we'll be coming back for more. Hopefully it won't take yet another 13 years for me to return. read more

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This review is a little late. We came here for DINE LA earlier in the year. This is a nice space with both indoor and outdoor seating. If you sit inside near the door be warned that the door is open most of the time so it gets old. We were far away from the music so it wasn't too loud. The Food was very good. Great value for Dine LA. The croquettes were lovely. Pan con tomate not as good as in Spain but fairly good for LA. The potato, shrimp and eggplant also very good. The pork belly was just ok. I have only two comments that need a little improvement. The food came out quick and altogether and left too many plates on the table at a time. I didn't take alot of photos because of the speed. The server was very nice but he forgot about us after the food was served. read more

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