We have eaten at restaurants from South Africa to Las Vegas and all over Spain this vacation and…read morelive in Las Vegas and never had a meal as good as the meal we had tonight. From the snapper to lamb chops ti lemon and Monchegio cheese dessert . The meals made my eyes close and savor every taste. Deserves a Michelin Star and a restaurant in Las Vegas USA . The ambience and service and music and restaurant sublime.

Beautiful setting in a location slightly out of the beaten path. Friendly service, great tapas,…read moregood wines. Very enjoyable experience.

Got here a bit before 7pm (early for Spanish dinner) and grabbed one of the many available outdoor…read moretables, Our server pointed out that some of the menu wasn't available until after 7pm. We ordered drinks. I tried their sangria which was very good. We ordered two of their famous bombas. A potato fried on the outside and hollowed out and filled with spicy meat and potato. It was excellent. I called it a Spanish sloppy Joe! Once we finished those it was past seven so we ordered the grill pork ribs which were meaty and good. The prices were reasonable and our server was really hustling. By the time we left around 8pm there was a line formed waiting for a table. At that point the service did seem to be getting chaotic...

Really enjoyed this dining spot. We got la selección de tapas which comes with partridge pâté,…read morequeso manchego, ensaladilla rusa, croquetas de jamón y pollo, estofado de ciervo (potato stuffed with deer), and carcamusas (stewed pork). We got the patatas bravas, croqueton de gambas, and bomba trébol as well. Everything was really yummy and we enjoyed it all. I loved how varied the options were too. A drawback is that they only had one heater for an area that fit about 10-12 tables so it was quite chilly and our first waiter didn't pay attention to us so we waited a while to wait. However, the young waiter who stepped in was great and made up for it.

While I was being a tourist earlier that day, I saw this restaurant sign "Txoko". When I was…read moreplanning a trip to Spain, one of the area I wanted to visit was Basque region to enjoy their food but my schedule didn't let me. I was happy to see this "Txoko" word and I immediately reserved for lunch on the app "thefork". Ground floor bar is for people without reservation, small bar area, it doesn't look big at all. If you make a reservation, nice dining room area is upstairs. Lunch course meal starts with a salad and five tapas or pintxo since it's Basque food. Followed by the main dish of pork rib. If I knew how big this pork rib was going to be, I would have saved my appetite for the meat. Pork was tender and so flavorful. I wished I had bigger appetite. Lunch for two includes a couple of glass of wine per person. Great place to come for leisurely lunch. We were there for an hour and half. Enjoying wine and delicious Basque region food.

Súper cutie place in the middle of Toledo . Food was delicious and the chuletón was cooked perfectlyread more

tl;dr the regional tapas are paired with a side of snobbishness at this historic Toledo bar…read more Toledo is known for a handful of regional foods (hello, marzipan!), but one of the most comforting on a drizzly day is carcamusas. This traditional stew pairs pork with a tomato-and-pea broth, simmered down into a sort of ragu. Carcamusas is offered widely across Toledo, but its origin is attributed to Bar Restaurante Ludeña, whose owner, back in the 1950s, named it after his clientele of "carcas" (elderly men) and "musas" (younger women). The restaurant is barely noticeable on the ground floor of an aging multilevel residence. The "door" is simply a patterned curtain, and a glassless window beside it peers directly into the bar. Inside, the room feels storied but timeless. The wood slatted walls are decorated with Spanish artwork and historical designations bestowed upon Ludeña. The black-and-white stone floors, stainless steel bar, and retro jukebox each make the others feel anachronistic. I could count the number of tables in the bar on one hand, but additional, sit-down seating is available in an indoor back dining room and outside. The clientele includes a fair mix of locals and tourists. Spanish-language pop fills the air. My mother and I visited Ludeña during a day trip to Toledo. We were granted only 1 hour for lunch, but Ludena was a comfortable walk from Plaza de Zocodover. Be sure to explicitly place your name down if you're hoping for a table -- we simply stood near the dining area waiting, but another group "jumped" us because we hadn't joined the official queue. No matter; we slid into the first bartop table within 10 minutes (a stroke of good fortune that appears to be a relatively rare occurrence based on prior reviews). We ordered from the a la carte menu (the menu del dia is only available for dine-in). The "half-portion" of signature Carcamusas was loaded with slightly fatty, melt-in-your-mouth pork in a shallow pool of curry-thick broth. The tomato-y stew felt like a warm embrace and paired well with a spongy slice of bread. Meanwhile, the moderately large Ensalada Mixta (served without tuna, per my mother's request) paired crisp greens with a decent balsamic vinaigrette, but otherwise was mostly standard. Lastly, the house vermouth was served in a whiskey glass with two oversized ice cubes; the spices were somewhat muted, but the glass was still a hit. The general wait staff was dismissive, but the bartender made us feel welcome -- I'm convinced that he sneaked a double portion of carcamusas onto our appetizer-sized plate. Our bill felt pricey at 20 euros, yet it proved to be the light lunch we needed to energize us for a Toledo walking tour. While Ludena is by no means a "must-try" tapas bar, it will, at a minimum, be a serviceable bet for a bite of regional cuisine in the historic heart of Toledo.

I recently took a day trip to Toledo which was planned one night in advance. Given the shortness of…read moretime there it was difficult to decide where we would dine for lunch as the options are plentiful. After swift research we decided on Bar Ludeña and had a fantastic experience. We walked in about an hour before closing and waited for a high-top to become available in the bustling bar room, subsequently placing all food and drink orders with the bartender. The staff was welcoming and the restaurant seemed to have a rich history. The food was excellent. We had heard about carcamusas, which is a stew native to the region consisting of lean pork and peas in a tomato sauce - this dish is a must! We also ordered a partridge salad (would recommend) and a couple of wines (would highly recommend). Ultimately, Ludeña was one of our favorite dining experiences during our whole week in Spain.

Stumbled upon this little gem of a restaurant near the Alcazar…read more It is hidden and off the path which is crowded with tourists. We wanted to go where the locals eat. We were not disappointed. Sat outside, service was great and the food was AMAZING!! Even had my kids try and polish off food that was not chicken nuggets and fries. Makes a mother happy!!

Wandering around in Toledo at night trying to find a great little local Tapas bar or café we…read morenoticed that many were quite full and some were in very hot locations. We wandered down the streets and found this amazing hidden gem right behind the Alcazar. The food is delicious and at a great price. The chairs are comfortable with wonderful umbrellas and twinkle lights and water sprayers to keep you cool. (Check out the photos.) I ordered the chicken salad and it was delicious. Look at the photo but it has chopped up apples and was so refreshing yet filling. My friend ordered the Bibula hamburger. It is made from Galician beef (which I had to look up). Galician beef it is a unique style of meat from the Basque region of Spain which uses older cows. It is compared to wagu and many say it is even better. Look it up it is interesting. The staff is not overly friendly and it is pretty typical for Spain but the food is great. Just seat yourself outside at table and then go ahead and and order at the window.

This is one of the most scenic restaurants in all of Toledo. The outdoor dining is very nice, has…read moreluxurious feel. Here are some notables... --The outdoor seating overlooks the city down below and countryside. --The food is excellent (5/5). I had the Mediterranean toast, with chicken, olive oil, and tomatoes : ) --Highly recommended!

Very nice view overlooking Toledo. For a younger crowd but saw a couple of families. Went on a…read moreWednesday night. Sangria de Cava was delicious but was the most we had ever paid for a liter in the two weeks we were in Spain.

Food, ambiance, service, everything was great! Our server Nora, was a sweetheart. The rabo was…read moredelicious

PERFECT SUNNY LUNCH on the terrace. servers very gracious, varied menu w savory authentic dishes,…read morefair pricing. mention el embrujo to a toledo local, many respond, "it's my fave!" great place to relax and enjoy.

Stopped to eat here while on a day trip tour of Toledo. Our guide recommended it and she ate there…read moreherself. Half of our group didn't care for their food. I had the smash burger and thought it was tasty. I'd recommend it. Ambiance was fine, service was extremely slow. We had to remind her of our order several times as food and drinks were very late arriving.

Cheap breakfast! Don't get the churros because they will be cold! However, they are 2.20 euro and…read morecomes with coffee or infusion (tea) and fresh squeezed orange juice. If you want to get the hot chocolate to dip the churro in, it will cost extra and will be an additional 2 euro. It is nothing to write about. One of their best sellers is their wrap and french tortilla/potato with bread, but I just wasn't up for eating such a heavy carb loaded breakfast in the mornings.

While on a tour in Toledo,we decided to stop in for lunch. Friendly staff and attentive service…read moresince my wife has to have gluten free. Good for tapas,burgers and desserts. My wife had the smash burger ..no bun..which was flavorful. I had the chicken tenders with con queso sauce. The breading didn't have much flavor and the sauce was cold. Edible but lacking in flavor. Good beer including gluten free beer! For a quick bite while in Toledo,a good place to try.

Found this hidden gem in a cute corner of a block, stopped in for coffee and breakfast after…read morearriving in toledo. We had fresh toast, coffee was so amazing, and the Nutella and chocolate crepes were SOO good! The staff was friendly and accompanying to our needs, we were both able to communicate in the little Spanish we knew and they knew some English. It looks like they stay open all day as they had a full bar and I can imagine had food for the rest of the day as well. The restaurant was small but super cozy, modern design and super clean. We will be returning!

Thomus was the best meal I had in Spain. The grilled meat platter will be something I remember. The…read morevenison, pork sausage, beef and chicken was so juicy. The chimichanga sauce was very nice to dip in. Tasty beers as well. My fam really loved it here.

Good food! Not the best we had in spain but nicely seasoned and fried. A solid midday tapas pick me…read moreup. I especially liked the cod -- really well prepared and lightly battered.