Today there were eight of us celebrating a Spanish friends birthday. We are drawn to Gerardo’s for the peaceful setting, the food and the friendly and prompt service. We started with two plates of assorted cold meats and cheese, all beautifully presented and delicious. An assortment of dishes were ordered for our second course. I had the Currasco Chicken, which was barbecued, tender and very tasty. Others had Lamb Chops, Plato de Los Montes or Calamari. Every plate was clean when we finished, a good sign of enjoyment. Lastly we had a birthday cake, ordered from a local shop, well flavoured and not too sweet. Finishing off with coffees and liqueurs as well as alcohol free Manzana. We arrived at 13.30 and left just before 18.00, a lovely feeling of not being rushed to vacate our table. This restaurant is definitely worth a visit if you happen to be, or live, in the area. We all live near Colmenar, apart from one couple who are visiting from England. Thank you to the staff and the excellent chef who prepares typical Spanish food with such passion. We will definitely be back soon.