Enboca — Restaurant in Mata Redonda

Enboca – A World-Class Dining Experience That Redefines Fresh, Flavorful, and Thoughtful Cuisine

We’ve dined at restaurants all over the world, and Enboca stands out as one of the best—not just in one category, but consistently from start to finish. Every course, every detail, and every interaction felt intentional and elevated. It’s the kind of place you think about long after the meal is over.

Incredible Food From the First Bite to the Last

From the warm bread that arrives at the table (so good it could be a course on its own) to the appetizers and mains, everything was executed perfectly. • The salmon was cooked exactly as it should be—flaky, tender, and bursting with flavor. • The white fish was equally impressive, light yet rich with subtle complexity. • The salad blew me away—not just beautifully plated but elevated by a unique dressing that made it unlike any salad I’ve had.

Desserts That Are Beyond Anything You’ve Tasted

I can’t say this enough: save room for dessert. We tried the cream agave lime, which was absolutely to die for. Light, zesty, and refreshing in all the right ways. The chocolate espresso dessert was another standout—rich, balanced, and the perfect finish. Honestly, if I had more space, I would’ve ordered every dessert on the menu.

Ambiance That Gets It Just Right

The vibe here is effortlessly cool. You’re sitting in a sunny indoor/outdoor space that’s covered but open, beautifully designed with a laid-back lounge feel, complete with amazing music from the adjacent bar. It’s welcoming, stylish, and perfect whether you’re with friends or on a special night out.

Service That’s Personal Without Being Pushy

The staff here gets it. Every single person was attentive, ensuring we had clean silverware, tables wiped down, and thoughtful drink suggestions—without ever feeling pressured. They genuinely cared about our experience, asking how we felt about each dish in a way that showed pride, not pretense. Amazing job Christopher on being so attentive!

A Chef You’ll Want to Meet

At the end of the meal, we asked if we could meet the chef, and they actually brought us into the kitchen to meet the entire team. You could feel the passion and care that goes into every plate. They even showed us their fresh herb garden, which they use in their cooking—a true farm-to-table experience in every sense.

Final Thoughts

Enboca delivers Michelin-quality dining without the stuffiness. Fresh, delicious fish, handcrafted drinks, standout desserts, and the kind of customer service you rarely find—all wrapped in a stunning atmosphere. This isn’t just a restaurant; it’s an experience. And one we can’t wait...

I went with some friends that were in town and honestly, we all think that the place is overrated. The food is good but not spectacular for the prices, even when they spent like 20 minutes of our dinner/catch-up time explaining to us why their dishes are the best. The waiter was very intrusive. He kept interrupting us; no kidding, we were in the middle of a conversation, and he just started talking and ran over our chat. The two hilarious moments were when my wife and I left the napkins on the table because the food hadn't arrived, and the waiter instructed us that we should place them on our laps. Even when he said it in Spanish, my friends (that know little Spanish) understood his gestures and they couldn't believe that the guy was telling us what to do. I almost put the napkin around my neck just to mess with him. The 2nd moment was when we ordered a bottle of wine, several starters, and some main plates to share. He asked me to order more food, I told him that I thought it was enough but he said that "he disagreed, but I was the one ordering the food". We didn't eat all; the "entraña, pulpo a la gallega and fiambres" were good, but the risotto with lobster was OK, and it would have been a mistake to order 1 per person as it was too creamy and heavy. So, long story short, in our opinion, the food was OK, but a little overpriced, and the...

Update: we went again last night and the two main dishes on the 8 dish tasting menu weren't up to the original experience. Everything else was still very good but the grouper was fishy and the veal was tough. Might just be the difference of going on a Tuesday rather than a Friday. I removed 1 star because 2 of 8 were less than perfect. The meal was about 100/person. I won't go again on a weekday night.

First visit: One of the best meals of my life so far. We had the 8 plate tasting menu, a gift from two friends who hosted us.

Each small dish was beautifully presented and crafted, a treat first for the eyes. And next, each small bite offered a magical world of surprises in your mouth, not only brilliantly balanced, unusual flavors but the chef also plays with textures and temperatures to deliver a sensory delight.

Every dish offered something new, never before experienced. For example, one small bite turned out to be a very thin, cold shell of butter filled with a parmesan cream. Then there was a tomato water jelly which trapped tiny bites of shrimp, a spicy sundried tomato, baby basil sprouts, pickled onion and something brilliant on the middle that was tomatoey and more.

The entire experience was delivered with impeccable service. I cannot WAIT to go back and see what the next round of...