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.

Was looking forward to this Michelin Bib Gourmand dinner in Córdoba known for serving top-notch…read moreauthentic, Córdoban/Andalusian cuisine. Unfortunately, this meal didn't live up to its rave reviews. Their famous croquettes were very good - certainly the best croquettes we've had, with super thin fried shells - and the salmorejo was also very flavorful with jamon bits. However, the main we ordered (baked cod with toasted garlic) was fried with not a hint of toasted garlic in sight; the cod itself was also far too salty. We admittedly were not very hungry when we arrived, so perhaps their other mains which they're more known for (eg, suckling pig) are tastier, but the main was definitely a disappointment. The restaurant's environment and service were nice. Dined: September 10, 2022

Had simply the best meal in Cordoba. The cochinillo rivals those of Segovia. Classic Andalucian…read morecuisine done well using very fresh ingredients in a lovely pristine and crisply modern setting. Would highly recommend.

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!

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.

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!

Great restaurant -- especially for a break from Traditional…read moreSpanish food and if you are looking for some veggies. IT Opens at 8:30 for dinner. The goat cheese salad, chicken and steak fajitas, burger, grilled veggies, and salmon tartare and hummus were amazing. The lamb shank was good not fabulous. Definitely stop by. They have live music some nights and then it can get pretty packed. They have an English menu. Definitely best food of Córdoba and one of our favorite of Spain!!!

A great place to eat in a relaxed atmosphere. The dishes were all very fresh with the perfect…read morecombination of spices, the service was fast and friendly, and the prices were very reasonable. My wife went back to thank the cook because she enjoyed her food so much! Highly recommended!

Went here for lunch. Super cute place! Had the flaminquin and salmonroja. They were both very…read moregood!! The meat was a little difficult to cut but that's just the way it was wrapped. In all, it was soft and flavorful.

TL;DR: Nope, nope, nope. Food is decent, but the service and sangria are some of the most atrocious…read moreI have ever come across. When this place is busy, you will need to sit around for at least 20 minutes to even be acknowledged, the server has a bad attitude, they forget orders, and the sangria seemed to be none alcoholic. You have been warned. Don't do what we did and wait more than 20 minutes to even be glanced at. I understand that it was very busy... families of 6 at a couple of tables and smaller groups of 2 and 4 everywhere else. But my understanding stops when our server Paco, walks past us almost a dozen times without so much as an "Hola!" or eye contact. Maybe things are done differently here in Spain and maybe I am on the wrong. But there was another couple that patiently tried to get Paco's attention and even attempted to ask if they can place an order. He ignored them. After 30 minutes, they gave up and walked out. When my wife tried to ask if we order at the table or at the register counter (BTW, you order at the table but have to wait for a server to come to you) he snapped back "Patience, patience. I have to serve 3 tables before I get to you." He rudely proceeded to point out each table. There is no need for the kind of tone he used and the bad attitude he displayed. I have worked as a Starbucks cashier and barista at a busy store and I know that when things get busy or rough, you need to get nice. Moving on... we selected the spinach croquettes, berenjenas con miel (fried eggplant with honey), bacalao frito (fried cod), and a pitcher of sangria for a typical 3pm Spanish lunch. Paco brought out some hot rolls, which were delicious with a bit of extra virgin olive oil. 10 minutes later, he brings us our salvation: the pitcher of sangria. It looked different than other red sangrias that I have seen because this one had carbonation. It had a nice taste but no alcohol. My wife and I looked at each other. Had we ordered a soda?? Nope. This was indeed the sangria... all favor and no alcohol. We eventually finished off the entire pitcher without either of us having even the slightest buzz. Terrible. About 10 minutes after bringing the sangria, Paco brought the fried eggplant topped with honey. It was nice, but a bit too oily (perhaps due to frying the eggplant at too low a temperature). About 10 minutes after this arrived our spinach croquettes. Very tasty. The spinach was pureed, mixed with pine nuts, battered, and fried to a crispy goodness. This was the highlight of our meal. Oh, and good ol' Paco forgot my bacalao frito. At this point, we decided to simply ask for the check. This took another 15 minutes. We settled the bill and left our worst experience in Spain. Good riddance.

One of the spots that Bourdain visited although I didn't have much time decided to give them a try…read more I got there right when they opened (12:30) and lunch doesn't really start til later out here so had the whole place to myself. Smaller, cozy full of character Bar area and the whole place is filled with bottles. 5 tables outside but for me inside was much more interesting. I ordered a Verdejo and my Server brought out a complimentary tomato Tapa and Salami. Tomatoes were super fresh and slightly salted-delicious! Everything on the menu looked good! I ordered the Sturgeon, Foie Gras and White Sausage. The Sturgeon was exquisite with the tomatoes and peppers pairing perfectly! Should have taken the big order. Foie Gras and white sausage (mild) were simple, tasty and didn't disappoint. My Server was friendly and worked to bring out the dishes as they were ready given my time crunch. About an 8 minute walk from the city center and well worth it. Make the stop for some high quality/reasonably priced Tapas and Wine in a unique space.

Was stuck trying to find somewhere to eat upon arrival to Granada - walked over to this spot after…read moreseveral other restaurants in the area were still closed and - true to form - La Tana was still setting up for open. We finally got a table and were able to order a few tapas and drinks. I really enjoyed it. Everything we tasted was delicious. Well worth a stop if in the area

this tapas bar/restaurant was recommended by our city tour guide earlier in the day. she said that…read morethis place has food representative of cordoba and has a nice variety of tapas dishes. though she wrote down the name of the restaurant, she couldn't give us the exact address, but gave us general walking directions, so it took a little time to walk along the river and find this place, but it was worth the walk, and the wait as many delicious sounding dishes awaited us! hubby orderd a glass of rueda verdejo, which i understand is spain's leading white wine. i ordered my usual bottle of non-sparkling water, since i needed to rehydrate after such a hot day. we ordered the following tapas to share: +honey eggplant chips - these looked like french fries in shape and colour, but they were drizzled with a dark brown sauce. once we bit into them, they tasted like fried, mashed-up eggplant with a touch of honey and vinegar. this was a great combo, and so delicious that we devoured the entire plate! and it was quite a large serving too! +broad beans and ham - this was a mixture of green broad beans and diced iberian ham. i don't eat ham, but i did try some of the beans and they were tender and chewy. +spicy beef tripe - this was all hubby since i don't do spicy and i don't do beef. i think he enjoyed it b/c he ate it all! a complimentary basket of bread was served with our meal and we didn't hesitate to chow down on all the slices since we were so hungry after our long walk to get here. although service was good, it was challenging at times since we didn't speak spanish and the staff did not speak english. fortunately, my trusty little spanish english dictionary came to the rescue and we were able to communicate the basics. we actually wanted some dessert, but unfortunately, they were all out of dessert for the evening...a bit surprising since it wasn't that late, maybe 2200, 2230 by the time we were through with our meal. the total bill was €19,50, an excellent price for everything that we consumed. our tour guide picked a winner in terms of food variety and price, for which we are very grateful.