Casa Enrique

Casa Enrique is a traditional bodega at Acera del Darro, 8, in central Granada, Andalusia, Spain, on the main avenue running from Puerta Real toward the Ronda area. It is an old-school establishment of the type that has become rare in the city, serving hearty regional dishes at the counter to a loyal local clientele. The cuisine is Granadino stews and slow-cooked meats. Signature dishes include rabo de toro (braised oxtail), seasonal stews that change with the weather and the market, and a range of slow-cooked meat plates. These are dishes built on long cooking and simple ingredients, and they are served in the style of a working-class bodega rather than a restaurant, with small plates and glasses of wine on the counter. The atmosphere is traditional and unpretentious. The room is plain, the counter is the focus, and the crowd is a mix of regulars and the occasional visitor who has found it through local recommendation. Noise is moderate, there is no dress code, and the pace is relaxed. The beverage programme is simple and classic: wines by the glass, beer and vermouth are standard, and a glass of regional wine is the usual partner to oxtail and stews. Reservations are not taken, and the bodega operates on a walk-in basis. The busiest period is the lunch hour, when seasonal stews are at their best, so visitors who want a full choice of dishes should arrive early. Typical spending is about €10–€20 (roughly $11.50–$23) per person. Hours are generally Monday to Saturday until about midnight; visitors should confirm locally. The location is a short walk from Puerta Real and the shopping area, which makes the bodega an easy stop for travellers who want a taste of traditional Granadino cooking away from the busiest sightseeing streets. Ordering several small plates to share is the practical way to sample the menu.