These fried balls of deliciousness are a Spanish favourite.
This week, Yelpers bring you the most moreish spots to try them in Glasgow and Edinburgh.
Brutti Compadres
3 Virginia Court, Merchant City Glasgow
A must-order dish is the cheese and bacon croquettes. With a lovely crispy exterior, you'll be greeted by an explosion of cheese and bacon when you dive in!
Field
41 West Nicolson Street, Newington, Edinburgh
If you fancy a "delicious meal, a great atmosphere and a very lovely evening out." Megan M suggests Field. Try their Roast Guinea Fowl Breast with Ham Hock & Pearl Barley Croquettes in port sauce. You won't leave disappointed.
Café Andaluz
15 St Vincent Place, Glasgow City Centre
Leanne R recommends the "spiced lamb meatballs in a rich tomato sauce. The spices through the lamb were perfect. The tomato sauce is very tasty and there was just the right amount." And don't forget the chicken croquettes!
Indaba Restaurant
3 Lochrin Terrace, Tollcross, Edinburgh
Michelle P is "officially in love. These aren't your regular croquettes by any means, they are much bigger than typical Spanish croquetas, but they are just as delicious! Very nice crunchy exterior with a creamy savoury light bechamel with minced mushrooms. "
La Boca
189 Hope Street, Glasgow City Centre
Try the croquetas caseras - the chef's special chicken and ham croquettes served with aioli. There's a spinach and blue cheese option, too!
The Bon Vivant
55 Thistle Street, New Town Edinburgh
Kelly F suggests The Bon Vivant for Bon Vivant "a wonderful intimate atmosphere." Try their Rump of Lamb with a Wild Garlic & Goat's Cheese Croquette for a perfect end to any day.
La Tasca
39 Renfield Street, Glasgow City Centre
"The chicken croquettes are delightful, and I wish I could have a whole plate of them on a regular basis. I also was pleased with the patatas bravas and the chorizo in red wine" raves Paige K.
Tapa
19 Shore Place, Leith, Edinburgh
Dish recommendations from Joey A? "The pan-seared tiger prawns, the roasted goats cheese and the blue cheese croquettes. By 'eck, everyone should know about it. What a find!"
Torres
327 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow
Golden fried balls of chicken! Francesca R says that Torres has a "hearty and delicious menu served up in a fanciful and welcoming setting. "
The Pompadour by Galvin
Waldorf Astoria - The Caledonian, Princes Street, Edinburgh
" The main. Holy lord above. That main. I had the beef fillet cooked to perfection with Beef Shin and Foie Gras croquettes - tastiest little things ever!" - Louise C
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