Casa Tejada — Restaurant in Barcelona

Dismal. I was a faithful customer of this place for two decades. I've been back for the first time since the 2020 lockdown and found it's changed hands. An enormous step backwards. The "tortilla melosa" was awful, because it was cold and sitting in a watery brown liquid, but mainly because the potatoes were undercooked and chewy. Too symmetrical to be made in-house, I can't be sure but I suspect they were frozen. The "setas al ajillo" (funghi in garlic oil) was just as bad, overcooked and soggy, and nowhere near as piping hot as it should be. To make matters worse, it's absurdly expensive. I've paid double what I would have under the previous owners, for food that was...

Dinner with new friends at this well lit and welcoming restaurant. We shared croquettes, shrimp, almonds and olives— all were fresh and yummy. The salmon with butter, lemon and caviar was so succulent, the crab caesar salad was deliciously dressed and the baked macaroni full of cheesy goodness! The tarte tatin was just ok — strange apple butter topping in place of fresh apple but the cookie it rested upon was yummy with creamy ice cream. A very nice...

The reopening of Casa Tejada is truly promising! With a talented Italian chef and a cozy redesign, it’s bound to become one of the most popular spots in the neighborhood. The pasta dishes are perfectly prepared, the fish is excellent, and the tiramisu adds the sweetest finishing touch. We had really been missing these authentic flavors in the barrio. Great atmosphere, attentive service, and delicious food — we’ll definitely be...