One of the best dining experiences I've had in Spain (or the world, for that matter). This small,…read moreelegant restaurant is tucked away on a quiet side street in Valladolid. If you were not looking for it, you might pass it by completely. The interior is equally unassuming, with simple, modern (yet comfortable!) decor, a warm palette of golds and browns and gentle ambient lighting. The most dramatic decor element is provided by individually vased tufts of moss placed at the corner of each table. When we were there (around 9:30 PM on a Thursday), the restaurant was nearly empty. In other places this might make for a slightly awkward or isolated dining experience, but at Trigo it felt exclusive and pampering. Trigo's menu evolves with the season and their winter selections were outstanding--from the orange-pumpkin starter to the amazing mushroom and truffle pasta (my favorite course!), to the entrees (I tried the rabbit, which was tender and hearty and not at all gamey), and even the wine (a clean Ribeiro from Galicia). The service was also excellent and very friendly and after our dinner we stayed to chat with the chef and his wife for a few minutes. Dining at Trigo was the highlight of our trip to Valladolid and I am very tempted to return just to experience Trigo one. more. time.

Great restaurant with slightly hipster modern vibes. Their menu featured modern presentations of…read moretraditional dishes. There were a few fusion plates as well, catered to the Spanish palate. Tom yum kung: tasted pretty tame to my Asian American palate, but my Spanish family enjoyed it very much. Just enough exotic but not enough to be "errado" to a European unaccustomed to Asian flavors. Cremosas croquetas de cecina: had a deliciously thick and creamy paste filling and perfectly evenly fried crunchy exterior. It was a winner among everyone. Rabo de toro frito, glaseado con su salsa y puré de chirivías/Fried oxtails glazed with brown sauce and mashed parsnips: Wonderfully tender and beautifully presented. Just a bit of unexpected sweetness in the parsnip puré dressing the plate. My husband ordered carrilleras de vaca del Guadarrama estofadas con puré de manzana y trigo salteado. (beef cheeks) He thought the dish was fine, but preferred my rabo de toro. For dessert, I ordered tarta crujiente de tiramisú con compota de pera, which had an exterior cinnamon-tasting wafer wrapped around the dessert with sesame seeds. I was disappointed because i love tiramisu and there was no taste of espresso or mascarpone--just sesame, cinnamon and pear. As a dessert is was fine, light, fruity and refreshing, but throwing in the word tiramisu was misleading. Overall the meal was satisfying. My Spanish family enjoyed their plates (I cant remember the other dishes as we ate there a month ago).

14 euro "Pilgrim's Menu" is amazing. With just the first course I knew this was going to be a great…read morefood experience. "Traditional Tomato Soup" with panache! And the pork loin thinly sliced had a perfect sauce. The homemade yoghurt was light and delicious, all served with grace and style. Unquestionably the best restaurant I've been to along the Camino. Fresh, playfully creative, and delicious! Worth a stop in Atapuerca without question!

This is a lovely restaurant along the Camino de Santiago, especially if you are craving a break…read morefrom traditional Spanish fare. Beautiful interior with warm fireplace. The bartender was very friendly.