Kuoco

Cuisine

Fusion

Michelin

selected

Price

€€€

Website

https://www.kuoco.es/

Description

A relaxed yet bold restaurant that takes its name from the term ‘cuoco’, the Italian word for "cook"! Rafa and Andrés, the young Venezuelans at the helm, offer a short but varied à la carte and a suggestive tasting menu, which usually includes the most creative dishes (on Friday and Saturday nights they only work with this menu). Their proposal seeks to fuse cuisine from all over the world, with intense flavours and constant nods to both Latin American (especially Mexican) and Asian products, always playing a lot with spice. Be sure to try the Gunkan Croquette, a delicious croquette of smoked

Review score

4.4

Review count

80

Review summary

Kuoco, a fusion restaurant in Madrid, holds an average rating of 4.4/5. Reviewers frequently praise the high food quality, noting fresh ingredients, unique flavors, and detailed explanations of each course. However, significant criticisms target service consistency and value. Many guests reported poor pacing, absent staff, and cold atmospheres, with isolated incidents of hygiene issues. A recurring complaint concerns portion sizes being too small for the price, leaving diners hungry despite the impressive presentation. While the culinary execution is often highlighted as exceptional, the overall experience is marred by unreliable service and questions regarding cost-effectiveness. Potential visitors should expect outstanding food but may need to manage expectations regarding attentiveness and portion volume.

Best for

Suitable for diners seeking refined fusion cuisine who can tolerate inconsistent service.

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