Everything about the experience was top notch. We enjoyed both the classic old world charm and the service we received. The Mr. and I ordered the suckling pig and the suckling lamb. Each were served with a simple boiled potato. We traded bites and both were delicious. We also ordered a pitcher of sangria. We'd drank a lot of sangria over the course of our almost three weeks in Spain. This was some of the best sangria we'd had on our trip. Finally, we ended our meal with a slice of cheesecake. O M Gee. Move over NYC. This was the best cheesecake we'd ever eaten. We were sorry we'd shared a piece instead of getting our own. If you are interested in a great meal in a classic space, look no further than Restaurante Botin. read more

This place is great! It is not every day that one gets to dine at the oldest continuously operating restaurant in the world. That and the many pictures of a roasted suckling pig would lead many to potentially believe this is a tourist trap... it is not. This place lives up to its hype. We were a party of 8 and ordered a whole suckling pig, presented to us at the table in all of its glory. It was wonderful. Tender juicy meat covered by crackling skin with just a hint of salt and pepper. No other seasoning is needed (or wanted) as the sweetness of the meat shines through in every bite. It is roasted just right to get that crackling consistency in every bite of the skin but leaving the meat succulent. It is the real deal and the star of the show. Come here for the suckling pig. We ordered other dishes, and they were all good, but no need to review those, as it would detract from the pig. Service was attentive and helpful. read more

A very unique place for a lovely meal. We visited a few weeks ago and were able to get a reservation. We thoroughly enjoyed the service, meal, and experience. It was the first place we dined in Spain. We had the Botin Menu. read more

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Went to try out this place with friends even though I don't eat pork, but went because it was always mentioned in vlogs and they always recommended to come to tbis place. What a big mistake. Very overrated place. read more

Do not miss eating here. The food, the ambience and the experience of old Madrid is worth the effort to find this exquisite restaurant. read more

Botín - Roast Piggy! - Spanish Near Me - Madrid, M

The oldest restaurant in the World requires a visit while in Madrid. Located at the famous Arcos de Cuchilleros street near famous Plaza Mayor. The restaurant is famous for its Roasted Pig and Lamb meats. The building dates from the 18th Century. The kitchen can be seen from the first floor. We were seated across from the kitchen. Appetizers: Croquetas. A nice Bread Basket was placed on our table. A carafe of Sangria to sip. We ordered Cochinillo Asado and Camarones al Ajillo. The Cochinillo comes with Roasted Potatoes. The Cochinillo is delicate in taste not too much seasoning, mostly natural flavor with its crunchy skin. It's not cut with a knife but a Plate or a Spoon. It's that tender. The Potatoes were delicious. Gambas o Camarones on a rich garlic olive oil sauce. That is where the bread comes into play. To soak the sauce. Natilla Catalana capped off the meal. With its crunchy caramel surface that has to be cracked to savor the Narilla inside. The service was superb. Our waiter prepared our dish with dedication and care. What a memorable meal read more

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Memorable We are visiting Madrid from the US and had made reservations to this historic restaurant a month ago. It was a cool and beautiful evening as we waited outside until the restaurant opened at 8:00, the time of our reservation. They have a few different dining rooms, we were seated in one that was a nice open area with good lighting, servers in white jackets adding to the ambiance. We loved our server, cracking his professional veneer with our questions and my wife's attempt at speaking Spanish. We had what will turn out to be our best dining experience in Madrid. Known for their Suckling Pig, that's what we both ordered. With its crackling skin and very tender meat, it was a meal from a bygone time. It came with a couple of boiled potatoes. Our meal began earlier, with bread, an accidentally ordered blood sausage appetizer, soup, and ended with some outstanding desserts. It turned out to be a relaxing and enjoyable evening after a busy day of being tourists. read more

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Friend got a reservation here and honestly, glad he pushed us to go because I went with very low expectations. Friend got a reservation, downstairs of course, for a late dinner. It was a group of four of us and it was the almost perfect size; I actually think it would have been better as a pair as this place is tiny! Yes, it's the oldest running restaurant in the world. Yes, you will have a ton of people taking photos of the facade while they continue along their walking tour. Yes, you will have a live band come through and sing/play for tip money. It's a part of the experience right? Everyone talks about the suckling pig and honestly, I felt like I needed something lighter as we were dining quite late. I am so glad my husband ordered it because it was the perfect bite. I did get a bowl of gazpacho and wow, I don't know if I was filled with wonder at the thought of Ernest Hemingway enjoying a meal here or the history the walls have seen but it has become an unforgettable dish for me. Make sure to get a seat downstairs. That's where it is magical. Salud. read more

Think this Yelp list has the name wrong as it's actually called "El Sobrino de Botín" located in Madrid, Spain is the oldest restaurant in Europe dating back to 1795. When I last visited Madrid we had a special occasion to celebrate and when we asked hotel concierge they suggested el sobrino de botín as a very good restaurant and could be a memorable place to celebrate the occasion while in Madrid, Spain due to it's rich history and the ideal place to go. Being the weekend the concierge offered to call and make reservations since this place is always full and over booked on weekends. I heard them explain occasion and sure enough we had reservations for dinner at 8:00pm. We arrived at restaurant and it was packed, when we checked in with hostess they acknowledged our reservation and our special occasion and processed to give us a tour or restaurant including kitchen and proceeded to seat us in a more private area which was nice to be away from large crowd. Waiter was very friendly and helpful in our wine and dinner selection. Decoration was wood and classic as we could have imagined in old Madrid. Food and service was excellent and overall this place was a great selection and was very grateful for concierge recommendation. And highly recommend this restaurant if your in Madrid anytime soon. . read more

Botín - El Sobrino de Botín restaurant in Madrid, Spain - Spanish Near Me - Madrid, M

Let's start with the issue of people writing reviews without any knowledge of food and even less of the food from a specific country. El Botin might have the title of the "oldest continuously operating restaurant"; but that title does not guarantee anything. As it is the case of "el sobrino de Botin". The building is old as expected but there is no charm or even a feeling of an old structure. Its simply a bunch of rooms with tables stacked really close to each other. The service is boring and in no way takes advantage of its title. There are no historical elements other than the basement with an iron gate and you can pick at some old wine making equipment. Near the entrance there is a tiny door before the staircase that if you pick you can see where the little pigs are roasted. That, its pretty cool. We ordered an abundance of food for 4 people: roasted artichokes, red peppers with tuna, el Botin salad, roasted lamb, roasted pig, Baked fish, etc. To give a fair review to a restaurant a variety of dishes needs to be ordered, and if they have a specialty make sure you order that. As another reviewer pointed out the only thing that was sort of good was the Roasted lamb. All the other things we ordered were disappointing to say the least. The Roasted Pig was tasteless. There are many restaurants around the world that have great roasted pig. I particularly think that the best is in Argentina, Uruguay and Serbia. In short, I suggest that you visit the place, have a glass of wine and then go have dinner somewhere else! read more

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We got a reservation at Botin because we heard of the hype. The staff was nice. We went up a flight of stairs and got seated. It was so quiet even though every table was taken. We got the suckling pig since that's what it's known for. This was the first place we visited in Madrid and the most expensive. Our expectations were way toooo high. The suckling pig tasted like pig boiled in water. No salt, no seasoning, nothing. There was hardly any meat, most of it was fat. It comes with two potatoes. I was very disappointed in this dish. If you're a fan of bland and sad food, you'll enjoy this place. If you enjoy flavors and seasonings, don't come here. read more

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This place sells itself purely by its history/legacy, but it is so expensive and the food is so disappointing. If you are visiting Madrid, you have countless great options by comparison. Idc how great the story is, or how cool the architecture is, or nice the service is; if the food is mediocre, there is NO reason to visit. If anything, the great service/history/architecture should be all the more reason for the food quality to match it. read more

This historic place is amazing. Been here just about on every trip to madrid. The sucking pig and the lamb are exquisite. The staff is very nice. Make reservations this is a must. The gazpacho is very good here too. read more

Took a tour through this historic restaurant and highly recommend. Of course it's filled with small impactful details which would go unknown without the context. read more

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Yelp 100 Challenge 2019 - # 37/100 The first time we tried to eat here, they were closed and we were going to try our luck again our 2nd day in Madrid but we already had the foresight of making a reservation. We were given a time slot of 10:30 pm. Who eats dinner at 10:30 pm? We had to beg off as we were set on ordering the suckling pig. So we made a reservation for lunch (1 pm) on our last day in Madrid. There were 8 of us and we ordered the roasted whole suckling pig served on a humongous platter with roasted potatoes that is good for 6 people but asked the server to plate for 8 (25.40 euros x 6). We also ordered the tripe (callos Madrid style) and sautéed mushrooms with Iberian ham, bread basket and a bottle of their house red wine. We were worried the suckling pig wasn't going to be enough for 8 people, our trepidation was for nothing. There was more than enough, even had leftovers. The roasted suckling pig was good. Personally I still prefer the lechon, but that's just me. The 10% VAT was justified. It felt like we had our own wait staff. It was an awesome feeling checking out their wine cellar and dining with friends at the oldest restaurant in the world. read more

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What an experience! Dining in the oldest, continuously running restaurant in the world. A reservation is a must, but once you're in, order to your heart's content. Be ready for a siesta afterwards as you'll be full! read more

World famous restaurant known as the oldest restaurant for the suckling pig. Ya, we were not aware as we were hungry at the time. During siesta, not many choices that are open. Anyway, we opted to sit Outside was a bit chilly however the restaurant accommodated with outdoor heaters We ordered the suckling pig and the chicken, 1 beer and 1 bottled water. $80 euros. Honestly the food was great, as you can tell the cooks take pride is their cooking skills and oven. However the restaurant lacked customer service. I tell you we had two people wait on us. The fella in a white jacket was not friendly what so ever. When I asked for clarification he sounded irritated. The other fella was nice. To pay we had to get our bill go inside and pay. Meh. You can skip yourself the cost and eat elsewhere. read more

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This place is the oldest restaurant still in existence and it's a very charming place to visit.... That said.. we got a table outside immediately no wait around 8:30PM. Inside was packed! Our waiter was an older gentleman career type waiter with rush you out attitude not friendly no smile no laugh nothing.. The three of us only ordered hors d'oeuvre's croquette, mushroom and some tuna dish that were just ok nothing special and croquette should be served steaming hot in my opinion. I think if waiter was a bit more friendly and at least tried to entertain us i think we would of ordered entrees but he just was too dead. Glass of wine was good. Overall nice place to visit with amazing ambiance but our waiter and door guy just not very friendly and made the experience not so cool. read more

I we got lucky went to the restaurant without a reservation. Food was well prepared. Staff were very friendly and attentive. It turned out Ernest Hemingway used to come to this restaurant often and the staff showed me his usual seat was. What a great treat that was! read more

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We arrived at 1:04 pm and because we're peasants - we did not know to make reservation. Which meat following the guy through the kitchen to a small dining table off the kitchen. There were 5 tables set up which only 5 parties regardless of size are seated (unlike restaurants in Italy where they shove as much people on one table as possible). You are greeted and seated by the rooms server, and given menus instantly. We ordered: Salad Botín, croquettes, and their specialty the roasted suckling pig with a 1/2 liter of Sangria. Salad Botín: different, but all fresh and good Croquettes: very good and flavorful. I just wish it was piping hot Suckling pig: skins perfectly crispy but not bubbled and a good portion of meat on each piece Sangria: arrives in a cute personalized pitcher. Not too sweet but very Tasty They do change a 10% service fee, and to justify it you have a gentleman watch you eat (lol) but he also serves the dishes into plates and refills your drinks promptly. Overall a very nice experience and we needed up with a 67€ bill read more

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Food 10 Service 10 Ambiance 10 Don't miss it if you are in Madrid, seems like an expensive place but not. !! read more

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Amazing food! Truly an amazing concept and one of the oldest restaurants in the world, and we just happened upon it randomly. The food is truly authentic, the suckling pig was tender and so flavorful. The staff were very accommodating and it is quite cozy. They have several different rooms/areas each with a unique flair. read more

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Fantastic roasted pork- I absolutely agree. The hype of this place is understated if you're a local but overstated if you're a YouTube foodie. Yes it is delicious and worth the visit but I don't see myself coming here as a regular. I think the reason is I'm not craving roasted pork every day. What was most interesting was the restaurant location and building itself. Rich with history and tales of famous patrons and the fact that it's the oldest in Madrid going back to the medieval is fascinating. Service was good, wine was good and the overall experience was wonderful. read more

Botín - Suckling pig - Spanish Near Me - Madrid, M

I feel the need to patronize my hometown's beloved Casa Botín. It is known worldwide for being the most ancient restaurant ever, mentioned in 15th century ( if not earlier) literary works. It specializes in cochinillo (oven roasted piglet) and Cordero lechal (oven roasted lamb) and boasts to have had their centuries-old fire lit in their brick oven that working non-stop since the day it was founded back in ancient times. Whether that is True or partly true, one thing is certain: the flavor and crispness that the oven infuses into the meats are a culinary experience that one will hardly forget. It will make their trip to Madrid unforgettable and will Go down in the family history as part of the travel bucket list. Now, having said that- I have observed that Botin's cuisine's quality has been surpassed by nearby restaurants. The last time I went- summer of 2024- I saw that the portions have been reduced a tad bit and I felt the cooking had been either rushed or too early ready-made. We went at lunchtime and there were many , many tables being served , a lot of which were parties of 8 and above. My cousin and I were sat so close to the next table that our elbows almost touched! The servers were fantastic and kept their politeness and service A1 despite the busiest lunch time and the amount of orders coming and going. But I would have appreciated juicier and freshly- baked portions of meat. Maybe I was just overwhelmed w the busyness of it all. I still like Casa Botín though. Makes me feel at home . The various storeys also allows for appreciating the rustic decorations . All in all , a must-go and a great prelude for the "main event" Of cochinillo & cordero in Segovia . read more

This restaurant has bragging rights to being the oldest restaurant in the world (recorded in the Guinness Book of World Records). It first opened in 1725 and it was famously mentioned by Hemingway. It's a nice cozy restaurant right by the Plaza Mayor. Reservations are highly recommended. Unfortunately, as far as I'm concerned, this is where their bragging rights end. The service was mediocre at best. The table next to us got way more attention because the restaurant's manager was attending to guests so their service was top notch compared to what we received. Not saying it was bad but we had to keep asking to refills. Food was sub-standard. The calamares were tough so it was hardly eaten (the waiter was nice enough to remove this item from our bill). Their famous suckling pig lacked flavor. The clams botín and the garlic mushrooms on the other hand were delicious. I'd recommend this place just to say you've been there but there are just way too many great restaurants in the area with better service and excellent food at half the price. read more

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It is worth the experience of eating at the oldest restaurant in the world. The only reason I'm giving 4 instead of 5 is because me, my dad, and my brother are all over 6'2 and the tables are all very close to each other. The waiters or leaving customers would bump into us just to get past. The food was amazing, we had the pig, the lamb, and the fillet mignon Bootín. They were all awesome and you can not beat the prices. For a nice sit down restaurant the price was very cheap (around 200 euro for wine, sangria, bread, dessert and our meals) Overall, the staff was very professional, the food tasted great, and the experience was phenomenal! read more

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Oldest restaurant in the world according to Guinness was a spot you can't miss due to its nature of the title. While the spot is old and had a limited menu, this place does make a good suckling pig which is a must when coming here. Overall, I liked it due to the fact it was cool to say I've ate at the oldest restaurant in the world. read more

Botín - Spanish Near Me - Madrid, M

The oldest working restaurant in the world! Make rsvp in advance and ask for the cave. Great service. Suckling pig is out of this world. The flan and apple tart are delicious. Reasonable prices. Highly recommended! read more

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Bótin is the oldest restaurant in the world and the food reflected it. The chicken and pig had little flavor. Maybe the recipes were created before they discovered spices. All jokes aside, Botín has a very unique atmosphere. We sat in a cramped table on the very top floor. All the windows were closed and it was so hot I was sweating. Come here to experience the oldest restaurant in the world but don't expect a delicious meal at the same time. read more

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Once I found out that this was THE oldest restaurant in the world (per the Guinness Book of World Records), I knew I had to try it. I made a reservation in advance and only one seat was available. I ordered the Rioja style salad (tuna, egg, toasted red peppers, lettuce) and the suckling pig. I sat downstairs and I absolutely felt the history. The food was not bad, the suckling pig was not the most tender that I've had but the skin was crisp to my liking. Service was attentive and kind. I think its worth the experience to try this place out. read more

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Their suckling pig was insanely amazing! It was cooked in the oven that has been working since 1725. The skin was incredibly thin and crispy, like eating chips; inside meat was tender and juicy, I didn't add any salt. Even the potatoes were well cooked. I don't like eating pork because of the strange smell, but this one didn't have that smell at all. Best pork dish I've ever had! Didn't get the chance to visit the cellar, but already worth the trip! read more

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Trully not to be missed, the excellent food service and amazing blueberry cheesecake.... came back for cheesecake takeout. Will come back for that someday. Amazing managers, and waiters staff and kitchen staff. Shout out to kuyas at the horno. You guys are amazing. read more

The complete experience here was amazing. I really wanted to give this place five stars, but I just couldn't. The ambiance: this place is cool. It is the world's longest, continually operated restaurant. We requested to sit in the cellar, defintely a must. Old world style, still functioning in the modern world. The service: excellent! They are efficient and personable. We opened and closed the restaurant for dinner and we never felt like they were rushing us out. The food: Highs and lows. We started out with the Botín salad. It was fresh and good, but nothing outstanding. The next course was the artichokes and mixed veggies. I love artichokes, so I was in heaven with a big plate of them. They weren't the best I have had, but defintely good. The bread was excellent, little artisan loaves. A little dry, so butter or olive oil were excellent additions. The steak, awesome! Cooked to perfection. The suckling pig, their specialty, was huge disappointment. The skin was crispy and delicious, but the actual meat lacked flavor. The same could be said for the lamb (we did a family style tasting menu amongst my buddies). Finally the dessert, we had the chocolate cake, the Botín cream cake, and an assortment of ice cream & sorbet. It was an excellent ending! Oh the wine, who can forget the wine. Their house red is $19/ bottle and absolutely a steal! Would I go back? If I have a person new to Madrid, absolutely! If I'm back on my own, I'll probably explore some of Madrid's other excellent culinary options. This place is all about the experience, and it's hard to recreate the magic of your first time someplace. read more

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Went I knew that I was near the oldest restaurant in the world according to Guinness world records, I told myself that I need to give it a shot. You find yourself into a nice and cozy restaurant, with have a good server that gives good recommendations. Prop Tip every item in the menu that has a star is the specialty. To started with my appetizer I had the croquettes with were crispy and cheesy delicious a good option to share with friends. For my main course, I had one the cochinillo asado( roast pig), I have to say this is one best roast pig I had on a fancy restaurant very juicy, crispy very tender, good taste and the portion was big. I saw they have cellar if you want to be fancy, and have a big wallet. read more

Que placer haber comido en el restaurante más antiguo del mundo con un récord guinness y nada más y nada menos que en Madrid, creo los precios son demasiados barato para tener el título que tiene. Súper recomendado. read more

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They messed up our order and the food was arguably terrible. Servers were super rude too. Cool restaurant but entirely not worth it.

They did not get our order right and also were not very friendly. The main courses were yummy but the starters were bland.

Botín is more of a gimmick than a great restaurant. And that's fine. I don't mind paying for a gimmick. When you're going to a restaurant that advertises the fact that they hold the Guinness World Record for oldest continuously operated restaurant in the world (opening in 1725), then you know you're probably in for a bit of a song and dance. And sure enough, that's what we got. Hear me - the food is fine. The soups were terrific. The ice cream and chocolate sauce was excellent. The wine was fine. The bread was OK. The main courses weren't that great. A bit primitive, if you will. It was as if someone just roasted some meat and threw it on a plate. I got the suckling pig, and it was difficult to eat. Like, literally difficult. It was hard to get the meat off the bone. But I'll say, the skin was terrific. They ended up rolling out a traditional Spanish band to walk around the restaurant and sing. It was neat and added to the experience. Botín is worth visiting once. Then eat somewhere else. read more

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Visiting the oldest restaurant in the world to learn the history and enjoy the food was excellent! Booked a tour which included dinner. The guide and the staff were friendly and attentive. The suckling pig was delicious! Make sure to make a reservation. Definitely would come back next time I'm in the country. read more

Botin, a must-visit for its status as the world's oldest restaurant, undoubtedly pulls you in with its quaint charm and historic atmosphere. The setting is unique - a small, ancient building that's bustling with tourists eager for a taste of history. We tried the traditional dishes - the suckling pig and gambas. Both were good, well-prepared and decently presented, but nothing to write home about. They lacked that wow factor you'd expect from such a landmark establishment. In a nutshell, Botin is worth a visit for the experience and the ambiance, but don't expect a culinary revelation. It's a charming journey back in time, but with just satisfactory food. The oldest restaurant in the world? Yes. The best? Not quite. read more