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!

There's something about going into a restaurant where even though you don't have a reservation they…read morenot only find you a table -- but provide you with a waiter who wants to make a personal connection. We were there for lunch on a Thursday and the waiter really spent time explaining what life was like in the area as he brought out each course. We learned of his family -- and by the end of the meal that he had been a soccer goalkeeper. We learned which foods were local options and why no one ate the oranges on the trees in the area when he brought out a plate of orange pieces I could eat. The fish was fresh, the beef was tender, and the sauces were great sides (I liked the green garlic one the best!) Oh and my son scarfed down the entire dessert which looked like a thicker version of flan.

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

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.

Enjoying an afternoon drink and Tapas…read more Located among the walking streets of the old Jewish quarter this lovely spot allows you to drink in the scenery while enjoying your meal. We were pleasantly greeted and offered a seat. We noted that many tables were reserved and we happened to luck out without a reservation which is highly recommended for this prime spot. We enjoyed tapas that specialized in many local traditional dishes. Our server was a champ covering the entire outdoor area while ensuring top service. A great spot to stop for refreshments after sightseeing in the area.

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.

This place is located in the center of the old town Jewish quarter among all the touristy things,…read morebut they've actually been open over 100 years, though management was taken over by a restaurant group in 1994. Once inside, the space is actually quite large, including a second floor. The prime seating is definitely the center patio. They're known for Cordovan dishes like their oxtail and manzamorra, so we got the classics. - Mazamorra: cold cream of almonds with pear jam and almonds - super thick and almost like a dip, definitely get the small portion to share - Tartar de atún con ajoblanco: a generous portion of tuna with ajoblanco, which is similar to mazamorra but more liquid and with some acid. The tuna was fresh and was a generous portion. I would recommend sharing this also - Rabo de toro: their signature oxtail - super tender, falling off the bone, with a rich collagen reduction Staff were friendly, pacing was pretty quick, which I appreciated since we were only in Cordoba for the day. It's worth coming here to try these traditional dishes!

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!

While the concept is delightful, with the classic Cordoba dishes presented in a high-modern style,…read morewe found the execution sometimes lacking. I'll start with the positives: the olive oil butter was delicious, and the beef was cooked to perfect tenderness and was very flavorful. The sauces were more disappointing, though, and the fish and vegetables were nothing special. The semi-stewed carrots were particularly perplexing.

Absolute disappointment. The welcoming was cold, as if we were foreign aliens. We were sat down…read moreat our table with our name, nice touch (the one star). Someone swings by to ask if we wanted something to drink - we had just settled in so we asked for a minute. 5 minutes later someone comes to take our order, we include our drinks. Our first order comes out, still no drinks (we ordered a bottle of wine). Someone else comes and finally serves wine. Food was bland, confusing. The ceviche was discombobulated, overpowered by cucumber, sauce/juice tasted like bilis, and the fish was warm. Salmorejo was interesting, refined presentation but flavorless...had a better one at a local tavern that evening. The noodles were overcooked and cut (seriously) put together like a train wreck. The aged beef tartare tasted like it was incensed in sauerkraut - I hate leaving food but there was no choice. The service was poor from start to finish - a bunch of people standing around looking at each other, chit chatting but not servicing their guests. When you asked them for something it was like a chore. In contrast we went to a local tavern that evening and a young gentleman was courteous, proactive and helpful - for half the price.