I was here during the Feria of Xàtiva, and the place was full of people. I chose to get a menu of 12 euros which looked convenient and good. The food took forever to come, they brought me the coke and already poured it on glass, so when the food arrived (at least 20 minutes later), the coke had no gas any longer. Moreover I had to go inside to get the dressing for the salad because they forgot. Same time to wait for the coffee and the dessert, which has no excuse at all really. Everything was ruined also by a really noisy group of people sitting outside which made the experience really bad. I know it was a busy day, but service is a really important matter.
Arrived in Xativa Friday afternoon and just wanted a quick drink whilst waiting to book into our accommodation. The young man and his father that run this place are such nice people! The young man (sorry don;t know his name) showed us around the place and explained what the restaurant was before they took it over. We were so impressed, we returned to eat our evening meal there. We were not disappointed the food is fantastic! We can recommend the suckling pig or manos de ministro, both meals were very tasty. Can't wait to visit again next year!
This restaurant is off the beaten path and well worth the find! We stopped to eat while most people were taking their siesta, but this place is open for business. They make fabulous Agua de Valencia (a lovely, refreshing beverage made with fresh squeezed orange juice and Cava). We ordered a number of dishes off the menu and were pleased with everything we got! The owner is very gracious and made sure we were pleased with our order. Please make a stop here if you are in Xativa! We dined here after we toured the castle up on the hill.
We ate here on our one night in Xativa in February. The town was very quiet as it is out of season so the restaurant was empty apart from us. The food was fantastic, home cooked local food and we loved all the dishes the owner recommended. I took one star off my rating because the restaurant was freezing. I know its February, but owners need to sort out the heating if people are paying for food and drinks.
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We had a delicious meal at 7pm when all other restaurants are still closed the kitchen of la Criolla is open all day. We had a wonderful eggplant and delicious porc and fish dish. Just let the owner help you decide and you have a perfect meal. Good and friendly service. We are highly satisfied. Also good when you are is a hurry.
I have been here several times now and although it has been great. On one occasion the food was a little cold but very quickly rectified. the service is good and the welcome is always great. The menu is limited but very good and traditional Spanish food. We will be back.
What a great find little family run place everything you want. Food is local and tasty the guys can't do enough for you,had to visit twice to make sure it wasn't a one off.
Really nice bar/restaurant in the old city center. Nice owner and good prices for the tasteful house wine and the great tapas.
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Definitely a nice place to have your meal. Very good food and very helpful. The waiter speaks English.
