My hubby and I had lunch here. The main restaurant was full so we were whisked to the building in…read morethe back area. This area with white linen table cloths seems more private with limited seating. It felt very exclusive. We ordered their traditionally prepared cuchinillo, grilled vege platter, tiramisu with toffee, coffee ice cream with amaretto jelly and the traditional layered cake with vanilla cream and ice cream, capuccino and a glass of red wine. The service was impeccably attentive. When it was time to cut the roast pig, the owner, Jose Maria appeared. We were gathered around to watch him deftly cut the pig with a plate into several servings. The cuchinillo was perfectly seasoned. The skin was thin and crispy and the flesh was moist and melt in your mouth tender. Everything we ordered was delicious! Later on, Jose Maria came to our table for a short chat and to indulge us with a few picture with him. This was a really special experience.

What an experience! This is the most Spanish feeling restaurant I've been to surprisingly enough…read moregiven the ambience. The tradition of the cochinillo holds strong, cutting with the plates. The lamb looked amazing too. We enjoyed our cochinillo - the skin an amazing crunch in flavorful broth and delicious fries we ordered it with. Our waiter was friendly and funny as well as informative.

Went there on a Saturday night, It was crowded with locals which is always good. Tried a "Balon de…read moreCerveza" which is 1L of Draft Beer poured into a giant despenser. the Beer and a Racion of Pimentos Padron, Rabas, Calamares and Chanquetes cost 8,50. The bartender was friendly and service was good despite the large number of people.

Walked by on the way back to the and noticed an outdoor special for a medium portion of the roast…read moresuckling pig, fries, and sausage. It was intended for those eating at their outside seating but they let me have it to go. The chinillo asado is the best I ever tasted with crunchy skin, fat, and moist pork with every bite. Really reminds me of Peking Duck. Absolutely delicious at any price. Sausage was a bit salty but eating it with the crispy fries was perfect. One of my favorite meals in Spain ever!

Backpacking through Segovia, I knew that I wanted to try their Roasted Suckling Pig before leaving…read morethe city. However, most places I saw would sell them at a steep 25€ and up. Fortunately, I was able to stumble upon La Bodega del Barbero, who offered a much more affordable option for me. The restaurant was very much a hole-in-the-wall. During lunch hours, it wasn't completely packed with folks, and part of it may be due to it being so tucked away. It is a small restaurant with limited seating for large groups and a bar area, and is away from the bustling streets of Segovia. At 15€, I was able to try out a roasted pork leg with fries, a nice glass of refreshing Tinto de Verano, delicious potato pie, and some toasted bread. The pork took 20 minutes to prepare, and it came out absolutely juicy and delicious. I was taken back by how large the portion size was for the leg- perhaps they were accommodating for my American self. Overall, really enjoyed my lunch here and am glad I was able to drop in for a taste of Segovia.

Fantastic tapas bar! This is a atmospheric traditional tapas…read morebar with a large range of tapas on display and serviettes and skewers strewn all over the floor. We loved the tapas we ordered - the portions were generous and it was very reasonably priced (all tapas were the same price).

While in Salamanca, I'd heard about the van Dyck district and the endless tapas places. After doing…read moresome research, I came upon this place and decided to head on out. My Spanish is very limited, but the girl at the counter was very patient and helpful while I fumbled and ordered my tapas. They have an extensive list of mostly meat tapas, with a throw in of a few vegetarian ones as well. I loved their recommendation of white wine as well. This place made me feel welcomed which only enhanced my experience. I definitely recommend it!

This amazing delightful cafe is an eclectic combination of American-type foods with a Spanish…read moretwist. Came here tonight with my cousins fresh off a train and starving. We started with jamon croquettes which were delicious. There were six individuals ball-shaped croquettes. The cheese and ham on the inside form a light texture. We shared chicken fingers. The seasoning is unique. It came lightly crumbed, and cut into small pieces with a creamy dipping sauce. They tasted great- not overly fried. I ordered huevos rancheros. I'm accustomed to Mexican-style huevos rancheros. These, served in a small iron skillet, have a flavor of their own. The ranchero sauce is tomato based- added lightly on top of the huevos. The potatoes are more like french fries. Very good. For dessert, I had chocolate and churros which I definitely recommend.

We were visiting the valley of the fallen, and needed some lunch. The cafe at the valley is so…read moreoverpriced and filthy, and we found this place about a 3 mile drive away. This place is about 8 mins walk from El Escorial Monastery. It is definitely a hidden gem of the neighborhood. For 10 Euros, you can have a two course meal and desert + wine/beer/water till 4pm. The food is so fresh and homey. There is a little terrace in front, and you can appreciate the charm of a small quaint town. Everyone seem to know each other. Food selection gets smaller as the day go, because they just prepare enough fresh food for the day. So go earlier. The server is so friendly, but he speaks little (to no) English. Menu is on the board, use your google translate and you will be just fine:) Please go and support this neighborhood joint!

Wow. We are so happy we found El Olivo on our way to Escorial. The food was delicious, location is…read moreperfect, but maybe the best part is the amazing service. If you are visiting Escorial or the Valle de los Caídos, stop at Olivo for lunch.

The tapas I had in this contemporary restaurant are outstanding. I had breaded bacalao with honey…read more The bacalao was essentially seared. It melted in your mouth. While a little thick, the batter was just perfect (and I usually don't like battered food). I also had the octopus. It was outstanding. It's easy to overcook octopus, but they didn't here. And I enjoyed a great white wine. A thoughtful place with declicious food. And the server was friendly and quick.

This is a hidden gem in the city. It's not often I take time to write a review for a restaurant as…read moreI'm rarely impressed. The staff is great and super helpful in making informed and delicious decisions. The food is amazing. I would definitely come back.

From the owner: Vinoteca y bar especialidad en tostitas.read more

The food was unreal, Garbazos A+, a very nice salad and Lentils to die for! The ambience is great…read moreand the service very down to earth! Love this place MAKE RESERVATIONS!

Dinner was very good; reservations recommended. We sat at the bar as it was crowded on a Monday…read morenight. Great wine list; reasonable prices.

This is a quintessential Zamoran tapas bar! They serve only one thing, "Pinchos Morunos" (we would…read morecall them shish-kabobs in the US, you have the option of pork or chorizo), but they do it well! On the weekends, it's full of people and it's dirty but push through the crowds and shout "dos que sí" and watch the magic happen!