I've only been to this wonderful corner of Cuenca a couple of times in my life, but both times I…read morewas blown away. Marino is well worth a stop if you happen to be driving from Madrid to Valencia or vice-versa, as this place happens to be located mid-point between the two cities off the main highway. Parking is super-easy; just pull up as do most of the truck drivers and sedan travelers. The place has your usual bar-type portion with a little section that stocks local delicacies for sale, as well as a "comedor" or dining room area in case you have a little more time to spare. Hands-down the best thing the Marino had to offer for me was the bocadillo de chorizo. It's a deceptively simple little meal: a multitude of small local chorizos stuffed into a big baguette, all wrapped in aluminum foil. But, oh my! The chorizos' oil and juices dress the bread wonderfully creating a mouthwatering flavor that is certain to seer itself into your memory forever. Wash this down with an agua con gas or Coca-Cola and you're good to go for the rest of your trip. On my second go at this fablulous establishment, I enjoyed the dish of the day: judias con chorizo. A delicious lunch item, that again was deceptively simple, but carefully prepared using some very fine ingredients. The waitstaff was wonderful: my waitress had a quirky sense of humor and the people behind the bar were friendly, courteous and willing to engage a foreigner like me with ease. The best part of this establishment: the prices! You can dine like a king for under 10-Euros. It's a little gem of a place and I recommend it if you want a slice of what Spain is like far from the tourist crowds.

This is the best place we ate at in Spain and for a very reasonable price. The service is five star…read moreall the way. The menu is $18 Euros all day and worth every penny. Desert and wine are included. Everything is very tasty and fresh. The included glass of wine is also excellent. Not what you would expect from a fixed price menu. The deserts are very good as well. You can tell the owner loves what he does and it shows in everything. The place itself is immaculate with amazing views of the beautiful countryside. If you reserve early you can get a spot next to the windows at the back. I look forward to eating here again some day. Gracias!

Best meal we've had in Spain. Hands down. See the TripAdvisor reviews if you doubt me foolread more

Good food, wine, and location. Thanks to Chtistian for putting up with mi español terrible! He was…read morekind to switch to English when I struggled.

Perfect stop for lunch. The view was incredible, and the food and service was beyond our…read moreexpectations. Highly recommend the turbot, eggplant with honey, apples and cheese, and the lamb meatballs.

I have never visited Cuenca before, but it is really beautiful. The Parador, which is an old…read moremonastery, is surrounded by nature. The restaurant was originally a chapel. It is stunning and relaxing. The food was amazing! We tried some seasonal vegetables and "Morteruelo" (Cuenca's most famous dish), a sort of purée made out of bushmeat, topped with a few pinions. Then we tried the "Ajoarriero" cod. I love "ajoarriero", but this is probably the BEST I have never tried. A must in Cuenca! Excellent service, excellent wine... a bit pricey but definitely it is worth! Totally recommended!

Excellent food!! Great service!! Loved every bit. Would recommend anyone that is visiting Cuenca to…read moregive this place a try.

Outstanding!!!! An absolute must. Creative fusion restaurant…read morethat produces dishes that border on orgasmic flavors. A highlight of my time in Cuenca.

Wow!!! Just wow!! This restaurant is phenomenal! If you're looking for a break from the typical…read moreSpanish flavors in the area, this is the place to go. While the menu is small, the flavors are BIG BIG BIG! The services was also impeccable! The woman who served us was full of smiles and patience explaining menu items to us. We had three dishes, the tuna tartare, chop suey, and a pork plate. All were truly amazing and distinct. The tuna tartare was fresh and packed with flavor. The chop suey was not at all traditional and made with zucchini noodles, but came in a creamy delicate sauce. Finally the last, the thinly sliced pork dish was rich and nutty. The Asian influence is readily apparent, but we loved how they created new flavors in the fusion. Finally my husband order the chocolate ice cream. It had broken cone chunks on top and a shot of Bailey's they poured over once at the table. It became almost like a cereal! But a very delicious adult version. We can't recommend this restaurant enough! Be open minded, don't expect traditional Spanish flavors, and you'll love it. Expand that palette

This is where we first went based on Yelp reviews, sorry this is not a 4 or 5 star place. We were…read morecoming from Caceres where we had eaten like kings, and on our way to Barcelona, I believe I know tapas and this place is lacking inventive, menu selection and quality. The pisto we had was more like a glorified tomato sauce, the calamari that came with our drinks were rubbery and overcooked. Maybe another day, different menu selections would have been better, but for us the experience was disappointing. Normally I do not post negative reviews but what I found on Yelp does not in this case reflects reality. The space is narrow, dark and oppressive, we would have been better choosing one of the many places with tables on the sidewalk, in the open, where most of the locals were dining.

From the owner: ¡Los mejores croissants del barrio! The best croissants in…read morethe neighborhood!