Restaurant

La Taberna del Río

A great spot for lunch in the sun on a busy corner by the river, with a rooftop terrace.
Table at La Taberna del Río with croquettes, nachos with guacamole and a beer

La Taberna del Río is by the Guadalquivir, on the Paseo de la Ribera side of the old town. According to its listing it serves traditional Córdoba cooking with seasonal products, such as salmorejo and rabo de toro, plus creations inspired by Asian cuisine, and it has a rooftop terrace with views over the river.

Our verdict

Our rating: ★★★★½ (4.5 out of 5)

We loved it for lunch. It is right in the sun, in a busy spot, which gives it a lively, sociable feel, and the food is easy to like. The nachos with guacamole and burrata, the croquetas and the gyozas all got our approval, and the mix of traditional and Asian-inspired dishes is exactly what you can see on our table in the photo.

What to order

  • Nachos with guacamole and burrata
  • Croquetas
  • Gyozas

Good to know

  • Lunch is the sweet spot: it is sunny and busy
  • In summer the sun is strong, so choose your seat with care: see our weather guide

Address: Calle Enrique Romero de Torres 7, 14002 Córdoba.

Keep exploring

Rooftop bars · La Ribera · Fusión by Sojo, a few doors away · The Roman Bridge

Table at La Taberna del Río with croquettes, nachos with guacamole and a beer
Plate of gyozas at La Taberna del Río

Sources: Andalucía.org listing. Facts checked on 3 October 2026; the ratings and opinions are ours.

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Address: Calle Enrique Romero de Torres 7, 14002 Córdoba
Last verified: 2026-10-03