El Cardenal - Hacienda del Cardenal

Raul P. • 6 reviews

December 29, 2024

10/10

The food was excellent.

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Jacqueline M. • 1 review

December 17, 2024

9/10

Very unique place.

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David M. • 13 reviews

November 17, 2024

7/10

We booked a table in the restaurant for an 8pm fine dining experience. Instead we were shown to a table in the bodega, the restaurant area proper being closed. Then told that the kitchen was closed till 8.30. The soup we had was nice, but my wife's main dish was missing it's vegetable and was told that she had been given potatoes instead. However, potato was already on the menu for this dish (venison). My steak was rather gristly and fatty, but tasted ok. The only dessert available was marzipan cake, which neither of us like. When it came to the bill, no reduction was offered for my wife's dish. Not a fine dining experience.

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Julio P. • 1 review

November 10, 2024

10/10

The hole experience was wonderful

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Marco R. • 1 review

November 3, 2024

10/10

If I could give 6 out of 5 I would Amazing service, amazing staff, delicious food

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Leslie K. • 1 review

October 4, 2024

10/10

Elegant and completely delicious. A real treat!

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Ashley O. • 1 review

September 27, 2024

9/10

Food was fantastic!!! Ambiance was beautiful as well.

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Alice H. • 9 reviews

August 3, 2024

10/10

Very warm service and the atmosphere was lovely!

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Jonathan V. • 3 reviews

June 25, 2024

6.5/10

This restaurant was highly recommmended so we made a point to make a reservation on our first night in Toledo. Fair warning ( and not part of my rating) this place is a bit of a walk from the center of town where we were staying! When we arrived there was no logical place to checkin, so we had to grab a waiter who was passing. Only courtyard seating was available and it was so hot, the flies were so bad, we asked to eat in the bar. Service was fine, but slow and disorganized . Food was fine, but menu was very limited.

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Natalie M. • 43 reviews

May 29, 2024

10/10

Beautiful setting and excellent food.

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Stepanenco V. • 1 review

June 2, 2024

10/10

The service at El Cardenal was truly exceptional. The friendly, knowledgeable staff were very attentive and provided excellent recommendations, including helping us choose the perfect wine pairing to complement our meal. And the food itself was simply outstanding. Everything we tried, from the classic Spanish croquetas to the Spanish style pulpo🐙 and decadent desserts, all was bursting with flavor and perfectly balanced - no need for any additional seasoning. The quality of the ingredients and the skilled preparation were evident in every bite. While El Cardenal is not the most budget-friendly option, the combination of the wonderful atmosphere, nice service, and delectable cuisine makes it well worth the price. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for an authentic and enjoyable Spanish/Mediterranean dining experience right in the heart of Toledo.

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kimberley W. • 1 review

May 7, 2024

7.5/10

The restaurant was closed despite a confirmed booking and we were instead directed to the hotel bodega, assured that the food ‘ is the same’ We ordered two starters, stuffed artichokes which were delicious, filled with sundried tomatoes. The second starter was Iberian jamon, bizarrely served with little wheat crackers shaped like almonds and a tiny bowl of tomate. The main course options were divided into three sections, Woodfired roast lamb or suckling pig, with potatoes. Alternatively, fish being either Hake which had sold out, or grilled octopus. The third section was grilled venison or lamb cutlets. There was no vegetarian option, and no vegetables except potatoes to accompany any of the meals on offer. The Hake had apparently already ‘finished’ despite being only half an hour into service. The general ambiance was very nice, though noisy as the bodega was popular with a largely American clientele. Overall it was ok. Not the amazing dining experience anticipated from reviews.

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Larry C. • 1 review

April 19, 2024

8/10

It is a very nice setting and we enjoyed our evening there.

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Ellis L. • 2 reviews

April 18, 2024

9.5/10

Booked this from reviews in Tripadvisor and weren’t disappointed. Service and food were excellent with very large portions, so much so we couldn’t even share a dessert. I’ve never has suckling lamb before and it was a real treat. Sue asked for her lamb chops to be served “sin sangre” and they were served just right. It’s a shame that the restaurant was so quiet, our fault for eating so early but it livened up with a big group arriving about 9. We left for a good hike up and down hill to our hotel feeling pleasantly full. A wonderful building and location, super quality and value for money.

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Sergey C. • 12 reviews

April 11, 2024

10/10

Very nice ambiance of the palace, interesting selection of the meals, and good quality of what we tried.

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Florencio Y. • 1 review

October 19, 2023

10/10

One of the best in food & ambience not only in Toledo but in Spain $13$14$15$16$17$18$19$20 . Best kept secret. The food is fantastic specially the roast lamb $21$22$23$24

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Svein S. • 4 reviews

June 29, 2023

6/10

Nice location and that’s also the only reason to go here. Food OK, but hugely overpriced. Better food elsewhere.

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William S. • 2 reviews

February 9, 2023

4.5/10

The surroundings were nice but the food was poor. The main dish came with only meat and potatoes, no vegetables whatsoever. The meat was bony and fatty. Maybe we chose poorly but the lack of vegetables or the ability to add as an extra is not good.

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German A. • 1 review

July 7, 2022

10/10

A bit expensive

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- -. • 4 reviews

December 31, 2018

9/10

Really enjoyed our New Year’s dinner. Food was different was cool. I recommend the place. Was a great spot for a special occasion.

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El Cardenal - Hacienda del Cardenal • Owner

Dear David, Thank you very much for posting your opinion and giving us the opportunity to share that special night with you. We hope to see you again to surprise you again.