3-12-26 Jueves, por la tarde…read more Después de visitar la mezquita es obligatorio almorzar en la Bodega Mezquita. Al llegar te recibe la sonrisa de Jose Rey quien se ocupa de casi todo! - tiene control de cada detalle y se hace conocer. Habla, ríe y conversa con todos los patrones no importa de donde visites. Para pedir, nos atendió Dave Ryx, con otra sonrisa y contento de guiarnos a travez de un menú desconocido. Comenzamos con las croquetas y las berenjenas fritas - versión tapa, ambos deliciosas. Comimos media porción de deditos de pollo frito que sirven con una salsita espectacular - lo recomiendo. Y, por supuesto nos convenció a tratar la torrija hecha de forma inigualable y calientica. Pedi una sopa que no nos agrado y rápidamente la retiro sin problema ni costo. Aparte de la comida, lo mejor fue conocer a Jose y David- ambos, atentos y zalameros, que no dudaron en complacer nuestro menu infantil. Gracias chicos, hasta la próxima!

We arrived at exactly 8 pm for our 8 pm reservation, but the glass door was still locked and the…read morestaff inside just glared at us until we walked away. Not a great start. Once inside, the atmosphere was very pleasant, having been seated in a large, open atrium with ornate carved stone walls and doorways. We asked for a large bottle of sparkling water but were told that they only had small bottles at €2.50 a pop. Small bottles mean more profit for the business but are inconvenient and more expensive for customers. We started with a bottle of the Speak of Silence /Extremadura, a dark red wine made with Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Tempranillo grapes. At €22 it was a decent value (average price = €19) with a 4.1 / 5.0 rating on Vivino and rated one of the top 2% of wines in the world. It was good, but I am not sure about the top 2% claim. We ordered and shared several dishes, so I will elaborate here: - Mixed Salad with Tomato Vinaigrette (€6.10): Nothing special, just an overpriced salad - Cordoban Salmorejo (€5.10): A local cold tomato soup emulsified with olive oil, Iberian ham, and egg, it probably would have been better warm or hot. It was tasty, but different, not something I would order again. - Cordoban Flamenquin (€14.75): Another local dish, pork loin stuffed with ham, breaded, and fried. It was good but a bit dry so I dribbled some sauce from the oxtail on top. It would have been better with an accompanying sauce, but then it would not be Cordoban. - Cordoba-style Oxtail (€13.95): Two small knuckles with barely any meat and eight small french fries scattered on top. The sauce was good and what meat that was there tender, but €13.95 for four or five mouthfuls? Definitely NOT a TravelValue. - Solomillo Boletus (€19.25): Iberian pork tenderloin topped with a mushroom sauce, it was delicious, but €20 seems a tad high for a few pieces of pork and a smattering of fries. Our server, Jose Rey, was professional and attentive and we were very pleased with his service. Another thing I did not like was the coercion to submit a 5-star review at the end of the meal. We were handed a card stating Ïf you don't like something, say it here¨but ¨Ïf you liked something, say it outside¨. I tell it like it is, so I do not appreciate being coached on what to submit in my reviews. The meal was good and the experience pleasant, but the few shortfalls we experienced kept me from giving them one of my top ratings. CombatCritic Gives Bodegas Mezquita Corregidor A Respectable 7 Bombs Out Of 10 ... More Bombs Are Better!

5 Totally earned stars for food that had us returning the next day for more!…read more We stumbled upon Casa Mazal while walking around the small streets in town and the decor and delicious smells pulled us in. We were seated right away (a fairly large party) and ordered Muhammara and bread to start and a sangria pitcher. The sangria glasses came with a cinnamon stick and fruit inside them- which added a nice touch and made this one of our favorite sangria experiences of the trip. The muhammara and bread were the perfect start. The bread seemed fresh and the muhammara was rich and deep in flavor. We ended up ordering the reinvention of hummus and reinvention of falafel for the table and they were devoured by all. Definitely recommend! Two other dishes I'd recommend trying are the eggplant with honey and sesame seeds dish as well as the gazpacho with mango. Both these dishes sounded unusual to our American tastebuds, but we were thrilled we ordered them because they hit that ideal balance between sweet and savory. Once again, I cannot recommend this place enough. Everything from service, to ambiance, to dishes were superb!

We loved our meal at Casa Mazal! The service was wonderful and our server was kind and helpful. The…read morefood was absolutely delicious. The ambiance was lovely and calming. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a great meal in Cordoba!

food is amazing i love the grilled vegetables because they are prepared very well and the muerte…read morepor chocolate. it can be very busy on the weekends but during slower hours i love to sit outside. i have not sat inside yet but i will be back.

Just wanted to pop back in and say that Plato No. 11 is kind of damn awesome. 2 pinchitos (two…read moreskewers of tender, juicy chicken) and calamar a la plancha (pan-fried squid served with what I consider a light, Spanish version of tartar sauce more mayo-ish than tangy), with patatas fritas and ensalada. Good size for a decent dinner without feeling horrifically stuffed.

The food was great, the service was excellent, the ambiance was cute. It's huge space and interior…read moredesign is not very fitting with italian restaurant, they need more traditional ambiance and vibes the interior was very cold and lacking ambiance but food was amazing and service tooo! 5 stars for the food and service by my italian friend lucas

In case you are tired of tapas and miss a hearty Italian food, this is a place for you…read more Amazing. Just an amazing Italian place with a beautiful cozy atmosphere inside. Can't get over the quality of pasta, sauce and so many choices on the menu. Every combination is good, just be creative and try something new.

Amazing. And the service was so friendly and kind!…read more Food for the kids came quick and delicious. All dishes were very good. Definitely recommend.

We found this place walking to our hostel, and realized that they had paella of different varieties…read moreand were happy to check it out on the way back. It's a really nice restaurant decorated with wine bottles and accents of brick and blue plates. We met Executive Chef Modé, who waited on us and brought me a perfect vodka tonic with lemon. My friend had a beer and then we shared small bags of breadsticks. We shared the oxtail paella which was the best and the only one I have ever had, and basically, it was almost tempting me to order another dish of it. I chose to skip it and go to dessert, having a brownie with vanilla ice cream and another vodka tonic. My friend took a shot at this flat pumpkin pie with an actual top on it. Everything was perfect there and I will definitely come back if I ever get the chance to return to Cordoba. I highly recommend stopping here and letting the kitchen staff take good care of you.

Foodie destination-probably not but an experience that you shouldn't miss. How the owner Antonio…read morecan handle the place on his own is something to see. Although his English is about as good as my Spanish (which means only very basic words) he made himself understood while explaining various items on the menu and truly made the night something special. From helping us pick the right wine to suggesting his favorite things it was a pleasure "talking" to him the entire night. We had both Gazpachos, both delicious with the Almond one winning. The Garlic Shrimp as well as the Rabbit were both very good. How would I describe the meal - home cooking brought to a high level. (His wife Maria does all the cooking with the help of one other person) So with a bottle of wine the bill came to around $66 US. Make a point of visiting Antonio & his family.

Victorio Luque has got to be the most efficient and friendliest man who runs this family…read morerestaurant. Supposedly his wife does the cooking and he does everything else! The family also produces its own olive oil, in addition to an assortment of wines and pickled olives which can be purchased. Didn't expect the place to be open on Mondays but thankfully it was and we were fortunate enough to reserve the last seating for the evening. We ordered the salmorejo - a cold tomato cream soup with ham and chopped eggs that was invented here in Córdoba. Also a seafood salad (salpicon marisco), hake fillet with grilled vegetables (lomo merluza fresca a la plancha), stewed bull's tail (Rabo de toro), and pastel cordobes ( Cordoban puff pastry with cinnamon stuffed with squash filling). Everything was spectacular and reasonably-priced; not to mention the excellent service we were given. I would definitely go back.

Excelente servicio. Las carnes son de primera calidad. Probamos de todo, morcillas, berenjenas…read morefritas con salmorejo. Tres tipos de cortes de carne. Me encantó la vaca rubia. Nunca la había probado. Fue una gran experiencia gastronómica

Conveniently located in a very historic area and nicely appointed, it promised to be a find. What a…read moredisappointment. I'd say, a disaster. Other than a tasty ham & egg soup, everything that followed for the whole table was practically inedible. I ordered a breaded veal cutlet; what arrived was a thick veal(?) cutlet (?) with an enormous bone, surrounded by fat and gristle. My companion ordered a pork loin that was overcooked to the point of desiccation. A half portion of fried eggplant was gigantic but also dry as a stack of dried out pancakes. Worse still was one of the water glasses had a bleachy stench. What a miserable experience.

Michelin Bib Gourmand for a reason. Exceptionally delicious, potent and authentic Andalusian…read morecuisine, meant to share with friends and family. Our waiter, Axel, was incredibly knowledgeable, fun and charismatic. The ambiance of the restaurant is very rustic and you really feel immersed In Cordova culture. I was in a group of 10, and we ordered easily 80% of the menu, and each item was exception.

Casa Pepe de la Judería is one of those places that locals, guides, and food lovers all seem to…read morerecommend when you're in Córdoba; and for once, the hype feels justified. Located in a beautiful historic house in the heart of the Jewish Quarter, the restaurant is full of character. Whitewashed walls, charming dining rooms, Andalusian details everywhere, and a rooftop terrace that makes you want to linger a little longer over lunch. The menu celebrates Córdoba's culinary traditions while adding a few contemporary touches. But the real gem is actually next door. The same owners and the same kitchen run a beautiful, light-filled patio where you can order many of the restaurant's dishes in tapa format. For me, that's the move. Instead of committing to one or two larger plates, you get to explore much more of the menu while sitting among flowers, sunshine, and the kind of atmosphere that makes Andalucía so easy to fall in love with. If you visit Córdoba, don't miss the salmorejo. Casa Pepe prepares an exceptional version: thick, velvety, and intensely flavorful, made with tomato, bread, garlic, and excellent olive oil, then topped with jamón serrano. Unlike gazpacho, which is lighter and more diluted, salmorejo is rich, creamy, and concentrated, with tomato and olive oil taking center stage. Simple food, perfectly executed. I also fell in love with the mazamorra cordobesa. Often considered the ancestor of salmorejo, this ancient almond-based cold soup dates back to the culinary traditions of Al-Andalus, before tomatoes even arrived in Europe. Creamy, refreshing, slightly nutty, and completely unique, it's one of those dishes that instantly connects you to the history of the place. The crispy pig's ear was delightfully rich and rabo de toro was nice - nothing special but a good slow-cooked, tender meat. If you're visiting Córdoba, Casa Pepe is absolutely worth the stop. But if you can grab a table at the restaurant for a nice formal dinner or a place in the patio next door and work your way through the menu tapas-style, you'll probably have an even better experience.