Spanish people don't seem to eat spicy food. None of my adult students, for example, have ever eaten curry. But now, at least, they can try it...
The test of a decent Indian restaurant is whether you can order your favourite dishes without even looking at the menu. Granada’s newest eatery, Boca D’oro, passes the test: I’ve asked for aloo gobi, mushroom masala, and plain chapatis, and despite not being listed, they were all whisked up straight away.
But this place is more than just a curry house. Reflecting the origins of owners Tamara and Lally, the menu includes Italian pizza and pasta alongside the familiar, spicy North Indian staples. This means there’s always something on offer for that person in your party who isn’t crazy for curry.
Add to this traditional Spanish and new fusion-food tapas, good wines, beer, and a well-stocked bar, and there’s something for everyone. Children are very welcome and the word ‘vegetarian’ causes no confusion. As a veggie myself, it’s great to have finally found a restaurant in Granada where I’m not considered strange (or a problem).
At under 10€ the various lunchtime menus are a bargain. There’s even a 10 per cent student discount and a full takeaway service, with free wine on orders over 25€.
Boca D’oro is right in the city centre, half a minute from the main Post Office in Puerta Real. Find the Burger King / Häagen Dazs on Recogidas/Mesones, turn and look for the pedestrians-only side street Milagro, and you’re there. GG
Boco D’oro cafeteria restaurante
c/ Milagro 5 bajo (esquina c/Mesones)
18001 Granada
Open 08:30 – 16:00 and 19:00 – 23:30
Telephone 617 853 578
