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!

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!

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.

This town has several neighborhoods. This is place is in the older tourist section called the…read morejewish quarter. Places in this section tend to be touristy. That is the vibe of this restaurant. It has bright lights and lots of seats. It is a small chain with several outlets in the town. It's very busy as it's one of the few spots with online reservations. Service was a C. Q: What would you recommend? A: I can't. Took order. Did not ever come back. Meh. Food was good. Fried Eggplant was on point. Meatballs with the saffron curry also good. Cod, Egg, Lemon salad was a pretty plate but lacked flavor. High points were the Tajin and the oxtail stew. It is a good value. They have 3 sizes for each dish. The whole dinner with the bottle of wine was $30 per person.

Delicious tapas, great service in prime location right by la Mezquita. Once you try the food here,…read moreyou'll understand the line to get in. Casual dining with superior dishes. We had the salmorejo, gazpacho, the remojón (orange cod with almonds and eggs)-- very I terry combination of flavors.

Very cool little restaurant/bistro... Charming and comfortable ambiance in an outdoor patio with…read morewater feature in the background. Food was excellent quality and generous with fantastic pricing... Great value! The servers are very friendly. Had a wonderful breakfast incl. cappuccino and chocolate croissant. Highly recommend this restaurant. They've moved to this location.

Randomly walked in for the early lunch. Very cute interior design…read more Beef was kinda plain but okay. It could have been better with some chilly sauce or something (sorry, im a sauce person) Tuna was very very good. I would get it again next time. Nice service with smiles and overall it was great.

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.

Two Spanish-fluent gastronome Americans came for the classics like salmorejo and mazamorra, which…read morewere amazing in both taste and presentation. We also had the ensaladilla de gambas and the fried eggplant. Everything from the staff and seating to the food and view were top-notch. We had no idea about Michelin awards, but I can see why they rate. Next time we're in Cordoba, this will be food stop No. 1.

We ate here 3 times which tells you something…read more 31OCT2024 - Mierenda Gramona bubbly, €35. Delicious. Gazpacho - pureed. Not much flavor. OK. Tosta Boqueronesv - anchovy in vinegar on toast. Excellent. Albondigas de vaca - meatballs with a sweet potato broth. Good texture. Bread - perfect for the meatballs. Sherry Coffee We had an excellent time + clean toilet + service + brightly lit + Music - Español 0 flatware Dalper, not hefty - table mats - paper napkins €69.50 for 2 03NOV2024 - Merienda Cerveza and Dürüm - a mixed meat and veggie "burrito" €18 for 2 03NOV2024 - Cena Gramona bubbly Ensalada - simple, lettuce with vinaigrette Bocatin Calamar - squid sandwich. Yummy. Habla del Silencio - red. Very good. Puntas Solomillo - pork loin with fries. Great taste. Slightly overcooked. Torrija - french toast. Oloroso €135.70 for dinner for 2

The service was good. However, they sold a Sauvignon Blanc that was only 30% Sauvignon Blanc, and…read more70% of another, more intense, varietal that had been aged in wood barrels. Obviously a different taste than expected. I ordered the wok salmon, the chef depended way too much on some version of soy sauce. I couldn't eat all the food I had ordered, I plan to take the rest for dinner back at my hotel, so I asked for take away box. They had no take away containers, they had run out the day before. I couldn't eat all my food so all that was left, was for me to leave it. Not happy!

We wanted a break from tapas. This was a good change because the food was fairly light. They didn't…read moreoffer a few items from the menu, but we were able to get the mussels, artichoke pasta and ink noodles. Our unanimous favorite were the mussels. There was a delicious curry flavor. I just wish that there were more mussels. The artichoke pasta was great as well. The ink noodle dish was a bit too strong. The prices were really reasonable too.

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.

What a delightful location in the Jewish quarter! The atmosphere is lovely as was the service. A…read moretad pricey, but worth it. The oxtail stew with the crusty bread was incredible! Make a reservation or you might have to wait.

Los Califas reminds me of all the every day joints scattered across Andalucía serving hearty…read moredishes, consistently, day in and day out. Sure, Papa Hemingway dined at fancy tabernas, but you half expect to find him here, at the corner table, licking his fat digits after putting away another plate of Rabo de Toro. Man, take the fam here. Do it and win back some points after marching the troop through that broiling Córdoba heat. Fill em all up with savory, traditional Spanish fare without breaking the bank. Do it. And order an ensalada mixta (fresh and delicious) while you're at it. You know, healthy fare... the waiters are awesome, too. Tell em Juan sent ya!

This was a very pleasant and affordable stop that we encountered while walking around after…read morevisiting La Mezquita. We were drawn by the affordable tapas (tortilla for 1.90€, croquettes for 2€, etc.) and got a great introduction to Andalusian dishes including Flamenquin and Salmorejo. The place was pretty empty since we went for an early dinner, and the service was excellent (they were both prompt and welcoming!) We had a pleasant conversation once we got inside, and we ended up ordering flamenquin, pan, salmorejo, croquettes, tortilla, and pastel Cordobese all for 9€ each. It was a very filling and delicious meal well worth the price, as it was essentially a three course meal with quality local dishes!