CASA MARIA

CASA MARIA brings Spanish flavors to Thảo Điền. This restaurant sits on Ngô Quang Huy street. It offers authentic tapas and paellas. Spanish chef and artist Ignacio de Grado opened the restaurant. He created a dining experience focusing on genuine Spanish tastes. Mediterranean hospitality welcomes all guests. The space combines a restaurant with an art gallery aesthetic.

The menu showcases traditional Spanish dishes. The kitchen prepares various tapas. Diners enjoy paellas and other classic plates. Chefs use Spanish ingredients in every dish. The Valencian-style paella features a thin, crispy rice crust. Arroz de Matanza is another highlight. This dish offers meat-stock rice. It includes slow-cooked beef shank and house-made chorizo. The restaurant also serves Iberian ham croquetas. Guests can try Galician-style octopus. Spanish wines, sangria, and classic cocktails pair well with the food.

The restaurant features an open kitchen. Diners watch the chefs prepare meals. Warm lighting creates a cozy atmosphere. Wood and terracotta elements adorn the decor. This design forms a modern Mediterranean style. Artwork hangs throughout the space. This reinforces its gallery function. The setting feels intimate. It suits both casual meals and longer dining events.

CASA MARIA holds the FWS Quality Certificate. Foods & Wines from Spain awarded this recognition. It honors the restaurant’s authentic Spanish gastronomy. The restaurant operates Tuesday through Sunday. It serves both lunch and dinner. CASA MARIA sits in a residential area. Thảo Điền attracts a large expatriate community. The venue offers a set lunch menu on weekdays.