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Amaltea, vegetarian restaurant in Córdoba
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Vegetarian Restaurants in Córdoba

Terra Olea has a Michelin Bib Gourmand. La Bicicleta does creative tapas by the Roman Bridge. Amaltea runs a Slow Food menu with a gluten-free kitchen. Here are the three places worth knowing.

Traditional Andalusian cooking leans heavily on meat and fish. But Córdoba has three dedicated vegetarian restaurants worth seeking out, plus a handful of dishes at any tapas bar that are vegetarian by default. Here is what to know.

3

100% veggie restaurants

1

Michelin Bib Gourmand

€15–65

Price range

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In detail

Terra Olea

Bib Gourmand

Arruzafa • €44–65

9.7/10

TheFork

Gastronomic restaurant awarded the Michelin Bib Gourmand 2026. The chef offers two tasting menus (Flos and Cibarium), including a complete 14-course vegetarian menu showcasing local Córdoba produce.

Vegetarian menu Local produce Open kitchen
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La Bicicleta

Ribera (near Miraflores bridge) • €20–30

4.5/5

TripAdvisor

Popular vegetarian and vegan bar known for its creative tapas and laid-back vibe. Fresh organic ingredients served as generous tostas, creamy hummus and artisan cocktails. Open continuously in the afternoon — perfect for a break between sightseeing.

100% veggie/vegan Organic Cocktails All-day service
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Restaurante Amaltea

Ribera (Ronda de Isasa) • €15–20

4.6/5

Google

Slow Food restaurant with three set menus: full, vegetarian and 100% vegan. Organic and fair-trade ingredients, dedicated gluten-free kitchen for coeliacs. Warm decor with pink and orange walls, friendly atmosphere near the Roman Bridge.

Veggie/vegan menus Gluten-free Slow Food Organic & fair-trade
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La Bicicleta, vegetarian café in Córdoba

La Bicicleta offers a creative vegetarian menu in a laid-back setting

Naturally vegetarian traditional dishes

Even in traditional restaurants, several Córdoban dishes are naturally vegetarian:

Salmorejo

Cold soup made from tomatoes, bread, garlic and olive oil. Traditionally topped with hard-boiled egg and ham — ask for it « sin huevo ni jamón ».

Vegan on request

Berenjenas con miel

Fried aubergines drizzled with cane honey. A classic sweet-savoury Córdoban speciality, naturally vegetarian.

Vegetarian

Gazpacho

Cold soup of tomatoes, peppers, cucumber and garlic. Naturally vegan, perfect for the hot summers.

Vegan

Pisto manchego

Spanish ratatouille with tomatoes, peppers, courgettes and onions. Served hot or cold.

Vegan

Tortilla española

Thick potato omelette, sometimes with onions. A tapas bar staple.

Vegetarian

Patatas bravas

Fried potatoes with spicy tomato sauce. Check that the sauce contains no meat.

Usually vegan

Practical tips

Useful phrases in Spanish

  • « Soy vegetariano/a » — I am vegetarian
  • « Soy vegano/a » — I am vegan
  • « Sin carne ni pescado » — Without meat or fish
  • « ¿Tiene opciones vegetarianas? » — Do you have vegetarian options?
  • « Sin jamón » — Without ham (often added as a garnish)

Good to know

  • Ham is often added as a garnish — always specify « sin jamón »
  • Chicken stock (« caldo de pollo ») is common in soups and rice dishes
  • Vegetarian tapas are easier to find than full Main courses
  • Book ahead for Terra Olea (vegetarian menu on request)

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