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!

Delicious tapas in tight quarters. Some of the photos here are not of the same place. Food was…read moredelicious with tapas. Service was good. We waited until they just opened and there were already people with reservations waiting. Small space but quaint. Go, but I'd suggest having reservations.

The best meal I've had after 2 weeks in Spain…read more The oxtail, mogote, octopus, fried calamari, patatas bravas, fried pork and dessert were all 5-stars! This place gets very crowded with locals so i recommend coming early. I can't exaggerate when I say you will never find a meal close to this in the US. Not even close. Eat

Just wonderful. An unexpected stop and an unexpected surprise. Food, service wonderful. Fresh,…read morefresh, fresh. From Tapas to dinner all perfectly prepared

Amazing food just loved it!!! We are party of 10 here in Christmas Day and most of us are…read morevegetarian. We had vegan pallela, amazingly made. I eat seafood and they made local fish which is yummm. Loved the fresh orange juice which was with no sugar made fresh. Services fantastic. Mona helped us with all vegetarian and vegan (my daughter is allergic to nuts and milk) ingredients. Loved the food and service, must go if looking for these options.

We had lunch here. 4 tapas plates, a small beer, and a water -- all for under 16 Euros…read more The octopus salad was pretty good The pork cheek was very tender and cooked well The stuffed mushrooms were delightfully cheesy and had some seafood in the stuffing The pollo relleno was pretty good as well, very flavorful

Friendly people, good service, locally sourced produce, fresh fish, good desserts. We had an…read moreafternoon snack and liked it so much we went back for dinner.

This place was a highlight of our trip to Antequera. The peloncilla was so flavorful. The bobina…read more(fried prawns), the espeto (chorizo skewer), the tosta (anchovies on toast), and the vegetable tempura were all excellent. Lovely staff and central location (right next to the Mercado).

After taking a little hike around Torcal, we made a short drive into Antequera for some tapas and…read morefound this perfect spot. We sat on the bar side, which was very nice and opened into the restaurant side where they had several tables, an open wood burning fireplace and open kitchen. They have an English menu and so many choices that our bartender made some recommendations for us. We started with their pumpkin soup as well as their Maimones, which is a garlic and onion soup. Essentially French onion without the cheese. Both delicious. Then we had cucurucho (fried fish), black pudding mollete, spinach and pine nut croquettes, patatas payoyas (goat cheese creamed over potatoes and for the grand finale the peloncilla. It was all delicious, but the peloncilla, roasted pork in butter served on garlic toast, was one of the best things we've had on our trip. A nice man, maybe an owner or manager, came out and told us about his family history on the peloncilla and the maimones and then proceeded to give us recipe cards printed up for both. He and our bartender were so friendly and welcoming. This is the first choice that populates on yelp and for that we are extremely grateful. The perfect tapas for us in Antequera. Also, all of that and 4 glasses of wine for $35 euros...super value. We loved everything and highly recommend.

Came here for tapas with the crew. After ordering drinks they promptly came out with complimentary…read moreolives and their tapas, which included bread, potatoes, and a flavorful pork stew dish. Great modern mixed with vintage vibes with legs of jamon dangling off to the side. Hasta luego!

Absolutely delicious place for tapas in Granada!…read more They brought us olives with our drinks, and we enjoyed the jamon iberico, the croquetas, some steak (we ordered the grilled pork shoulder, but the beef was delicious!). The wines by the glass were all lovely options, but you do get what you pay for. Get the more expensive option of the Duero del Ribera. We did not have reservations, but we were there early-ish (8:30PM) on a Monday, so it wasn't a problem.

An enthusiastic THUMBS UP for La Tranquera. They were rather full on a Sunday afternoon, and yet…read morethey seated us anyway at a great table. The empanadas were amazing! I grew up eating my aunt's empanadas, and I thought I knew how empanadas should taste. As soon as La Tranquera's empanadas arrived at our table, I forgot every other empanada I have ever eaten. These delicious, light and airy pockets of perfection are the new standard for me. We had one of each flavor, and while they were all incredible, the carne criolla one was my favorite. We also had a delicious bowl of samorejo, a creamy, cold tomato soup with tiny pieces of jamon and delicate slices of hard boiled egg. First time for me, but I am a convert. Great food, friendly service, welcoming atmosphere. All in all, a wonderful experience.

We had empanadas half a dozen times during our trip in Spain, and La Tranquera had the best…read moreempanadas out of all the places we tried. The crust was perfect, flaky, but not too heavy or oily. The fillings were even better, so many different interesting flavors to try and seasoned just right. Whimsical was a favorite among us, savory with a hint of sweet and sour from the tomato. Oxtail was rich and tender. Good old ham and cheese was also a favorite for the kids. Moroccan chicken had a such unique blend of spices and a hint of sweet. Yes, I am still thinking about these empanadas.

Riofrio is a small village in the Loja mountains. It was…read morerecommended that we stop here on our way from Seville to Granada for some caviar tasting. Apparently, Riofrio caviar is a famous organic caviar (even though we never heard of it) They have a sturgeon farm. "The water that comes from a natural spring just 300 meters from the fish farm, and the special temperature conditions of the environment, produce caviar that is characterized by its freshness and richness of flavor." The restaurant had a very extensive menu, however we were there primarily for the caviar, so we ordered caviar, sturgeon croquettes & bottle of cava. It wasn't as briny as the world renown caviar, but it did hold its own. Riofrio was well worth the stop.

If you need a "local" experience this is it! It's an easy access of highway into a charming village…read moreon a river. If you're a lover of trout this is the place for you!! Great staff. Large menu. Very busy between 2-4 daily. Staff all great! I come here every time I'm in Loja visiting my sister.