Sherman Ki
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Read about the restaurant as it had Michelin’s Bib Gourmand. Asked the clerk at our hotel if he recommended any Cordoba restaurants, as well his thoughts on El Envero. His quick reply: “if you don’t mind a 5 minute taxi, then you must go to El Envero. I was there with my girlfriend last year and it is spectacular”. High praise from a local, and we made a 930pm reservation.
After a quick 5 min taxi from the historical centre, we pull up to an unassuming restaurant. Three sections to the restaurant: Bar, dining room and terrazza. Even though restaurant was quiet at 930pm, terrazza seemed to be most lively. (However dining room looked fantastic).
Over the next two hours, the restaurant filled up, and every seat on the large terrazza was filled; the bar also was filled with people. I believe we were the only tourists. All Spaniards, all well dressed, out with friends / family on a Friday night.
All of the food was spectacular. We split all of the following: mango salmoreja, duck foie gras, prawn carpaccio appetizer, tuna tartar and then beef / solomillo, and dessert torrejas. The prawn tartar and the torrejas were particular stand-outs.
All of the staff was extremely accommodating and friendly. Even though their English was limited and my Spanish is abysmal, the staff were engaged and helpful. The staff also prevented us from over ordering, and directed us to a less expensive carne option!
At 130 euros, including bottle of wine, two cocktails and an incredible selection of food…. The entire experience should be considered a bargain, given the fantastic service and quality of the meal.
Well deserved 5 stars in my books.