Asador, La Cocinilla - Torla

I don’t often give 5 stars but in this case it’s absolutely worth it even though we’re in a country known for its Michelin class restaurants. First up the views and ambience are first rate. We dined in the terrace with magical views of the mountains and village…swoon worthy. Next, the service is great. Very professional, helpful, friendly, even if you don’t speak English…they do! Our two waiters were excellent, with excellent recommendations for dishes and wine. They clearly took pride in their work and as part of the team effort here. The menu has loads of choices, from a very reasonably priced set menu with great options around €26 for three courses) to a full al la carte experience with specialities. The food is excellent both in terms of quality of ingredients and sensitivity in preparation and presentation. The complementary white garlic and almond cream was superb. I’d cross the Pyrenees for a full bowl, but alas it’s just a wee taster. Our shared starters of grilled vegetables with scallops, and the citrus marinated tuna, were both delicious and elegant. The very hearty jabali wild boar) pot pie had a lovely puff pastry lid with thick luscious chunks of meat, chestnuts and onion. The slow cooked leg of lamb falls off the bone onto a bed of scrummy potato. Are we really in a tiny mountain village? The quality and technique says not possible but it is! Hats off to the chef. The wine list is extensive and features some local wines which we thought were great. Honestly, this is the best meal we’ve had in three months of travelling and eating in Spain., My only note of caution is beware, the portions are huge! So much so we will come again if only to try the desserts.

World class food. Wonderful view from our terrace seats, very friendly staff. We can’t believe the value for money under 60 euro for 2 people to eat a fantastic 3 course meal with wine included. One of the best pieces of beef we have eaten in our lives, very creative sauces and vegetables, the dessert was to die for. This was the best meal we have eaten in Spain AND France.

Superó las expectativas. Sitio muy bien decorado, mesas vestidas con detalle. Platos elaborados. Cantidad generosa. Comida muy buena. Precio calidad correecto. Servicio atento y amable. Migas y garbanzos muy buenos. Bacalao, entrecot, brownie con mango, todo espectacular. Para repetir.

Primero que nada, felicitar al chef. Todo lo que comimos estaba delicioso, muy bien presentado y con una explosión de sabores y texturas deliciosas. Los camareros fueron muy amables y atentos en todo momento. ¡Un diez! ¡Lo recomendamos al 100%!

El servicio fue muy amable por parte de los camareros y la comida estaba deliciosa. Si volvemos a Torla, definitivamente repetiremos. La relación calidad-precio es excelente.