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    El Sobrino De Botin Restaurant

    4.4 (24 reviews)

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    Cod in Tomatoe sauce with red peppers
    Tom S.

    This place lived up to the hype and must be seen if you are visiting Madrid. As starters, we had the croquettes and Black sausage, which were great. The roast suckling pig is all they say it is and more. We also had the roast baby Lamb, Filet Mignon Botin, Cod in Tomatoe sauce, and Grilled Sole. All were absolutely delicious. The desserts were also scrumptious. We had rice pudding, carrot cake, Flan, chocolate cake, all were just great. The service was stellar. Everything about the experience was perfect. My son and i both wanted the pork and the lamb, they put both on our plates. The restaurant itself is like walking through a museum. Beautiful art is everywhere, and the very old architecture is preserved well. I wish I had done the tour. Ensure that you make reservations for this very popular place. I think I'll be back for lunch.

    Piggies on the shelves

    No Madrid visit complete without a meal at Botin. Yes, it's a tourist trap. And yes, the food is good but not great. And it did not help that we had eaten at Jose Maria in Segovia the day before and is the subject of a 5* review. Sorry, the suckling pig is a whole league ahead of Botin. We had reserved for 4 but our guests got sick. Did not seem to be a problem. But the asian American ladies in front of us had their reservation cancelled as they were the only ones present. We therefore invited them to share our 4 top. The maitre d was peeved. Seemed a bit racist. 90 mins later we were full of lamb and pig washed down with the house wine, a nice Ribera - and met two nice Bostonian conversationalists. Overall Botin impression? It's cool, old, rustic, the hardest reservation to get in Madrid. The food is good and service to match. It's also a tour stop for tourists to marvel over the outside of the venue. Got to do it once. Shameless tourist. Oh! And unlike the review below. They open at 1300 for a first seating.

    Veal
    Laura G.

    This restaurant opened in 1725 and holds the Guinness record for being the worlds oldest restaurant. They roast their meats in a cast iron wood burning stove that has been in use since they first opened. You need to make a reservation and if you do not show up within ten minutes of your reservation time your seating is canceled. Everyone on staff was amazing. The service was top notch and the food was excellent. We went there knowing that we were going to order the suckling pig after watching the Madrid episode of Somebody Feed Phil. It was as delicious as it looked on the show.

    Suckling pig
    Luca R.

    I was excited to try this restaurant as its the oldest continuously open restaurant in the world, though I did have my reservations that the food might not be up to the highest standards as I read that they "haven't changed the recipe in 300 years". I will say the suckling pig was better than I imagined! Definitely recommend that dish and the croquettas, but I'm sure anything on the menu is great. The ambiance was cool as well.

    Emmarie B.

    I ordered the set lunch which came with an appetizer, entree, dessert and a small bottle of wine. The staff was very accommodating I even got a complimentary plate of cheese. Once seated, I couldn't help but be in awe to be inside the worlds oldest restaurant.

    Joanna S.

    The oldest restaurant in the world. Literally. 4 floors, but the basement was amazing. Dinner reservation requires a month, but you can walk in for lunch. If you can swing it, get the $50 lunch; suckling pig and all the extras (starter, wine, bread, dessert, water.)

    Lawrencia L.

    First off, if you decide to go here you should do the tour of the restaurant. I love the history behind the restaurant and all the food. I had the lamb and it was superb. The mushrooms and gravy were also delicious and were very flavorful. The tuna and sauce was a little fishy but tasty. The cheesecake was the best cheesecake I ever had in my life. I hope to visit this location again soon. It's truly a gem. It was also nice touring the kitchen and seeing the piglets and the basement area of the restaurant. Everything about this restaurant was perfect.

    Rick M.

    Think this Yelp list has the name wrong as it's actually called "El Sobrino de Botín" or also known as "Casa Botin" located in Old Madrid, Spain is the oldest restaurant in Europe dating back to 1725. 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. .

    Juicy and crispy.... mmmmmm.... So good!  It's a gotta have when u r in Madrid!
    bebe t.

    An amazing place... gotta experience this yourself... words are not enough to describe A place with history... and it's still here....

    Roasted Suckling Pig
    Dominique N.

    Is a Spanish restaurant in Madrid, founded in 1725, that is the oldest restaurant in the world in continuous operation. Over 290 years, the cozy restaurant is famous for its roasted suckling pig that was even mentioned in a Hemingway novel. The flame in the restaurant's oven has kept its flame continually burning too! Definitely a must try experience for hungry history buffs!

    I wanted to dine here because of the experience and to taste the suckling pig that everyone raves about. I was disappointed with the taste, although crispy and tender, the taste is bland. If you want to see relics and experience what it fees to dine in the oldest restaurant in the world , then it is worth it! However don't expect much from the food , there are far better restaurants in Madrid. The best thing in the menu was the dessert , do try the grandma's recipe cheesecake , it's the best one you'll ever have !

    Very good Services. Gazpacho soup was rich, tangy and refreshing, perfect for a sweltering summer day. Roasted suckling pig was juicy tender and rich in favor. So was roasted baby lamb. Crema Catalana was kids' favorite. Of cause ice cream was a must for a hot summer day. Both foods and services are 5 stars.

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    Excellent service and traditional taste was still maintained. I've been patronizing the restaurant since 2004.

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    delicious and authentic food. Quality ingredients with great service. Dinner for with beer & 1/2 bottle of wine ran us €80.

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    Review Highlights - El Sobrino De Botin Restaurant

    We also had the roast baby Lamb, Filet Mignon Botin, Cod in Tomatoe sauce, and Grilled Sole.

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    4.8(63 reviews)
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    Angelita - Wine bar

    Wine bar

    Angelita - Rice (I am not sure of the name it wasn't on the menu)

    Rice (I am not sure of the name it wasn't on the menu)

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    Botín - suckling pig

    Botín

    4.0(882 reviews)
    0.6 kmSol
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    A great experience. Extremely busy restaurant but well orchestrated team of people working save…read moreknowing what to do. Daniel our server did San excellent job taking care of every detail. The ambience couldn't be better, a place to enjoy and experience what is to be in the oldest restaurant in the world. The food, El cochinillo ! Wow! It's an experience.

    Sobrino de Botín is the oldest recorded restaurant in the world according the Guiness Book of World…read moreRecords at over 300 years old. What foodie would pass up the opportunity to dine here? When I found out I was coming to Madrid I had to book a table. First things first, my suggestion is book way in advance. This place fills up fast. My friend and I waited too long and the only seating we could get was at 11:15 PM. No big deal though there's plenty of places you can get a light snack in the surrounding area while exploring the city. Walking in, the architecture immediately hits you. Low ceilings, gorgeous old brick, tight dining rooms, it really feels like you stepped back in time. The whole atmosphere is elevated without being stiff. Staff was super friendly and made the experience feel smooth from start to finish. There's also apprently a really nice wine cellar at the bottom I overheard other patrons bragging about. Food wise, I will keep it real, it was good, just not my favorite meal in Madrid. The sangria was solid, definitely one of my highlights. The croquettes were fire. Crispy, creamy, exactly what you want. My friend's seafood casserole was actually really good too, I lowkey wish I went that route. Now the misses. The sautéed vegetables with Iberian ham didn't do it for me. The veggies needed seasoning bad, and the ham leaned a little too salty, so together it just felt off. The suckling pig, the signature dish, was good, but I was not blown away. If I find myself returning here, I would explore other options. After dinner, there was a little show and they let you keep a souvenir menu, which was a nice touch and made the night feel more memorable. Overall I had a solid 3.5 star experience rounded up to 4. Sobrino de Botín is history, it is iconic, and it is worth saying you have been. Just do not expect it to be the best meal of your trip. Hit Botín, soak it in, then go explore the rest of Madrid's food scene, because that is where things really start to shine.

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    Botín - We got to wait right in the meat prep area

    We got to wait right in the meat prep area

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    Roasted Suckling Pig

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    La Mi Venta is a small, warm family restaurant tucked away on a quiet side street in Madrid, and it…read moreturned out to be a wonderful surprise. We hadn't planned on eating there but decided to drop in. The interior is cozy and inviting, while outdoor seating is available if you prefer to dine al fresco (though it can get a bit windy outside). In fact, our water glass toppled over with one gust of wind. Reservations are recommended, as the place seems popular. The menu features a wide variety of traditional Spanish dishes, and everything we tried was delicious. Our T-bone steak arrived perfectly cooked, served with grilled peppers and sliced golden potatoes, it was simple, flavorful, and satisfying. The squid was also very good, but the standout dish was the asparagus in tempura with almond mayonnaise. Perfectly fried and incredibly light, it was absolutely outstanding. Another highlight was the homemade Iberian ham croquettes served with candied pepper sauce which were creamy and rich on the inside with a delicate crisp on the outside and a wonderful balance of flavor. To accompany the meal, we enjoyed a few glasses of Rioja Azpilicueta Crianza (Tempranillo, Graciano, and Mazuelo, 12 months aging, 2021). It was a bit on the dry side, but helped take the edge off the chilly wind while we sat outside enjoying a late lunch. The staff were friendly and accommodating, even indulging my enthusiasm for photographing the slicing of the Iberian ham. All in all, La Mi Venta delivered a fantastic, authentic Spanish dining experience with great food, good wine, and welcoming service in a charming setting. Definitely worth a visit if you're in Madrid.

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