Eric R. and I had a phenomenal lunch here at La Orza. We were starving after getting stuck in the once-a-year processional for the Corpus Christi holiday that we did not know was on the one day we were there. It took us three hours to walk a 12 minute walk to see the sites we wanted, and since this was a public holiday, our sites closed early so we rushed through them. We were seeking a meal around 3:30PM(typical in Spain for lunch) and La Orza was packed. I had read briefly about it in wikitravel and it had a beautiful ambiance, inside and on the patio. The bathrooms had copper sinks! The manager was very friendly and described the menu to us in English. I ordered the monkfish(my first taste of it besides the liver!), served over rice. Eric R. had the local partridge on a mushroom rice which was soooo flavorful. The partridge was similar to quail. The meal was divine and we also had a delicious house white wine to accompany the meal. At the end of the meal, the server gave us shot glasses on «something non-alcoholic» on the house. After drinking it, it tasted nutty(like non-alcoholic amaretto). I asked the manager what it was, and he told us acorn juice! Maybe this is why people like the jamon that feed on acorns, but that I will never know. If you are a better planner and visit this city when it is not a holiday, make a reservation.
Logovo L.
Rating des Ortes: 5 San Diego, CA
Beatiful space and great service. Reservations recommended, otherwise you can be seated outside. English spoken by most of the staff. Friendly and welcoming vibe. Let them help with the wine, they know their stuff :)
Jennifer K.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Cambridge, MA
Food was beautiful as it was delicious. The croquettes were our favorite so far and we’ve tried them everywhere. We did not have a reservation but squeezed us in anyway. Staff is friendly and the place is comfortable and charming.
Lina L.
Rating des Ortes: 2 Los Angeles, CA
We came here after reading some positive reviews about this restaurant, and was quite disappointed. We booked a table here, and while we were received warmly by the staff when we arrived, everything else went downhill from there. Food was okay, not amazing. We didn’t received much attention throughout our dinner, although we did notice that other tables were getting more attention than we do. I’m not sure if it’s because we were seated in a corner, or we did not order enough? We got 2 entrees and 1 glass of wine. I was also surprised to see that there’s an additional 10% tax on top of the total bill, especially since in Spain, prices on menu are usually inclusive of tax. Bread was an additional cost too, and we did not know that until we saw the check. Personally, I find that rather sneaky and that really adds a negative impression I have of this place. Definitely a tourist trap place, and one of the most expensive places we have been to in Toledo(but not one of the best, sadly). Save your money and go somewhere else.
J M.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Ashburn, VA
Very nice unique menu. It’s small, though, and often packed.
Eric R.
Rating des Ortes: 4 San Mateo, CA
We went to this restaurant after reading the Unilocal recommendations. Bottom line impression: excellent setting and service, pretty good food at somewhat high prices(€ 100 for our family of 4 – 2 kids ages 7 and 12). First: the restaurant is quaint and well appointed. It has a nice, relaxed and comfortable feel. The wait staff is well managed and supervised, friendly and knowledgeable. Second: the wine by the glass that was recommended was superb and I consider us to be very picky wine drinkers. For the food, we ordered 4 dishes that we all shared. 1. a grilled vegetable tapa which was tasty but overcooked. I am not a fan of soggy veggies. 2. Filet with mustard sauce. We thought this meant filet minion but it is rib eye. It was good quality but a little under seasoned. 3. Sucking pig: this dish was very tough. It was a struggle to cut with a knife. The flavor was ok but a little dry. 4. Monk fish: the fish was tender and tasty. The best dish we got. Portions are generous. We would have been fine with one fewer entrée. Prices: When I saw $$, I didn’t think this would be as expensive as it was. In Madrid and Barcelona, we were paying far less at the same $$ rating. Tapas are € 12 to € 18 and entrees are € 18 and above. I am writing about it only because it was surprise to me.
Joe F.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Ocean City, MD
Excellent food, only surpassed by extraordinary service. Waiter was exceptionally responsive, we got free desserts and crème de marzipan in addition to our meals. Everything that we ordered was exquisite – salt cod, suckling pig, hake – and the atmosphere was excellent. I highly recommend, and be sure to ask for the maitre’d – Carlos. Best food in Toledo, and affordable!
Ron W.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Bridgeville, PA
Stopped based on reviews. Great choice. Food excellent. Has salad with salmon and pork tenderloin. Service could be faster.
Rafael C.
Rating des Ortes: 2 Gines, Sevilla
Fui a este restaurante guiado por los excelentes comentarios y realmente me ha asombrado que yo haya salido con una percepción muy diferente, no sé si habrá disminuido su calidad. De cuatro platos sólo se salvaba uno, el Lomo de orza, muy rico; el resto, bastante mal. El rulo de cochinillo y la perdiz con arroz secos, muy secos. El personal amable, dentro de lo normal. Y si he de valorar la relación calidad/precio quedan muy mal parados.
Deibit K.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Alboraya, Valencia
Brutalmente rico, nos pedimos un magret de pato a la naranja que estaba en su punto y con un puré de patatas que telita; y un cochinillo asado que se deshacía. De postre leche frita, que sabia a gloria. Total, 50 euros. No es un McDonals, es comida de calidad a buen precio. Mientras escribo esto se me esta cayendo un poco de babilla al recordarlo… Pd. El servicio espectacular
Juan D.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Madrid
La repera, amigos; una repera que hay que pagar, pero que no por ello es peor. Un sitio no excesivamente grande, con trato exquisito y una selección superior de productos que hicieron nuestras delicias. De entrante pedimos un par de cortes de foie con escamas de sal, acompañados de mermelada de higos y unas moras, y pan de pasas para«untarlo»(no se puede untar realmente porque es foie, pero no gras). De platos principales tomamos un solomillo con foie y reducción de Pedro Ximenez con cebolla caramelizada, y unos lomos de ciervo a la plancha con otra mermelada que no recuerdo de qué era pero estaba de vicio. De postre pedimos mazapán y trufas, pero también nos trajeron unas tejas y unos chupitos de licor de avellana que nos encantaron. Y no es barato, pero está permanentemente lleno(apenas daba tiempo a que se vaciaran las mesas) porque se ve que está de moda, así que conviene reservar si se pretende ir. Merece la pena.
Aniketh V.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Hildesheim, Germany
Sunny afternoon, beautiful outdoor setting and spectacular food! Double thumbs up to Toledo’s best restaurant(by far)… To start with, I ordered Gazpacho — a refreshing Spanish tomato soup with garden fresh toppings. The soup was served along with complementary warm fresh bread and crostinis with tomato dressing — what a perfect beginning to an awesome meal! The choice for vegetarian main course is limited. So I would recommend to skip the main course(if you are a vegetarian) and try one of their fantastic dessert. I ended my meal with a superlative Marzipan with chocolate truffle — a perfect concussion of distinct rich flavors that just left me craving for more. My experience at Mesón La Orza ended with a complimentary pousse-café/Digestifs — Bellotas/Acorn(which was just the icing on the cake). Do not miss this fantastic place on you trip to Toledo. I would definitely go back to Toledo just to eat at Mesón La Orza.
Rolando H.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Capac, Estados Unidos
Excelente restaurante! Muy buen servicio y el lugar súper acogedor. La comida excelente, el queso manchego es exquisito al igual que el cochinillo. Un excelente lugar para comer en Toledo y de lo mejor que he tenido en españa.
Henry M.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Sydney, Australia
I read the review in Unilocal and tried it WOW happy people and amazing food. We enjoyed every piece if food we eaten. I would recommend this place and would go again.
Daniel K.
Rating des Ortes: 5 London, United Kingdom
While in Toledo we ate here twice, and both were the best meals we had in Spain! In the heart of Toledo’s Jewish Quarter, it’s a stone’s throw from the El Greco Museum and many other attractions. However, this place doesn’t feel the least bit touristy, serving great local cuisine in an inviting unpretentious setting. You’re served with complimentary warm fresh bread and crostinis to keep you busy until your orders arrive. Amongst various dishes we ordered amazing fish croquettes, and a beautiful plate of seared vegetables. We got mains of roast venison and tuna, both with the unusual flavour combinations and perfect seasoning. The service is impeccable and the maître d’ is incredibly friendly and very professional. This is extremely high quality food, but with sizeable healthy portions. You probably don’t need to get a starter and main; we were famished and got six dishes between four of us. If I return to Toledo I won’t hesitate to visit Mesón La Orza again.
Joan C.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Valencia
Encontramos este restaurante siguiendo indicaciones de otras redes sociales. Un restaurante cuidado, con atención de primera y una cocina excelente. Probamos lomo de orza con semifrío de queso curado y piñones, el cordero relleno de foie, almendras y pasas con salsa de estas(recomendado) y lomos de ciervo con salsa de melocotón. Sin duda, uno de los mejores sitios de Toledo. Ten presente los precios de la carta, desde los 15 a 19 euros el plato, aunque la calidad del sitio bien lo merece.
Serge R.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Conthey, Suisse
Super restaurant pas trop grand, servi par de vrais professionnel, soit la qualité soit les prix correspondaient à nos désirs
Loro2
Rating des Ortes: 5 Alcorcón, Madrid
Los platos que pedimos fueron: solomillo con queso y cordero y quedamos contentos pero no llenso. Os recomiendo el surtido de postres ¡Estaba buenísimo! El sitio es muy agradable y los camareros eficientes, rápidos y muy amables a pesar de ser viernes y estar hasta los topes. Si vas en fin de semana es mejor reservar. La cena nos salió a 70 € pidiendo un Viña Ardanza que estaba buenísimo. Os lo recomiendo