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6.5
The food was very good but the staff were quite unfriendly and only show happy faces when customers nearly pay for hoping for a tip.
9.5
Traditional decor, traditional menu and a very profession staff. Nice people.
10
The whole experience was amazing! Three people in our party of six ordered the cochinillo, which was exquisitely prepared. Service was impeccable. Best dinner we had while visiting Madrid.
9.5
Food was Amazing, service a little bit slow this time
6.0
I used to come a lot. I am not a fan of sitting in the basement. I rather be upstairs
9.0
The leg of lamb was one of the best ever.
5.5
It’s the oldest restaurant in the world, so you have to go so you can say you ate there. However it’s not that good. Food and service are ok, nothing to brag about. They do have a really good authentic Spanish “cheese cake” that you have to try but at the end of the day that’s about it. Glad we went, so we can check it off our bucket list but I would never go back.
5.0
This is my personal opinion. Baby pork and baby lamb have an odd taste. It was even harder to eat without any sauce. The server was friendly, but clunky and rough. Is 300 years old enough? I won't recommend it or visit again.
6.0
The service and the shrimp in the appetizer were really good. The suckling pig was a huge disappointment. It was tough as could be. We had been there about eight hours earlier and all the little pigs were cooked sitting on the shelf from the bottom so you’re just eating the leftovers.
9.5
The food was delish. But think they were so busy, we had to ask for wine 4 times. The good food made up for it. They also split up the food for us in separate plates which we really appreciated. The place was packed and would definitely go back.
10
The atmosphere was so quaint anc loved the old world feel. The wait service was excellent and the food even better. Thank you so much for a great dining experience!!
8.0
Portions could be bigger.
4.5
The server was a dick And the food was...not so good as well. We didn't think it was the worst food ever but it was very much over hyped.
10
Delicious food, great service and very clean
10
It just so happens that the oldest restaurant in the world is also the greatest restaurant in the world when it comes to overall service, setting, and food quality.
6.0
The service was good but we definitely felt rushed a little. The food was mediocre at best and overpriced. Overall I’d say you come here to say you ate at the oldest restaurant in the world, not much else.
10
It was very authentic space with delicious food
10
We ordered the set menu, which included the suckling pig, soup, wine, and dessert. We thought the suckling pig was overwhelming, which will make you feel full! We thought it was the highlight, but actually it's their cheesecake, and it's creamy and not too sweet, so it's just perfect to end the dinner! We also ordered the mixed seafood, which was tasty!
9.0
The pig was uniquely crunchy and moist. Service was excellent. Tour to the wine cellar was a highlight!
10
i ended up being sat in the basement next to the wine cellar and felt thoroughly lucky to enjoy the ambience of the room. the service was excellent and friendly and prompt and the food was simple (i ordered the suckling pig for its reknown and authenticity) and absolutely delicious, and the portions were generous.
7.5
Thanks
10
Had a great time enjoyed the food and service was excellent
10
A group of friends on their visit to Madrid and celebrating significant birthdays. Thoroughly enjoyed the food which was excellent and the waiters were attentive and helpful with our limited Spanish. Of course they spoke English! Would recommend the suckling pig and the baby lamb. The salad BOTIN and the Russian salad. We also added mixed vegetables and green beans. The house white wine was good and we had a bottle of really good red wine as well. Didn’t have room for dessert.
10
We had a wonderful time at lunch with our family. The food was delicious and the service was perfect
4.5
I had a reservation and people without a reservation went before me. It was both in the same line. Maybe they should prioritize people with a reservation and make a different line. I booked this months in advanced and was hoping to get priority. Food was okay. Pricing was elevated for a small portion of food. Spent 70€ and didn’t get full. Don’t recommend.
9.0
All in all excellent meal. House wine 18 euro very reasonable. Was a special place, enjoyed. Felt slightly like get you in and get you out ASAP, but how it is. Enjoyed
10
First of all, having the privilege of eating in the oldest (currently) restaurant in the world (301 years old) and furthermore, the ambiance and space are authentic, the food was excellent, the service was excellent and especially the Italian waiter who showed us the area where they roast little piglets and little lambs as a kitchen. Everything was excellent and a special experience for me. Thank you!
10
The best experience.Beautiful food great place.
10
Foods are really delicious and worth every penny
10
Wonderful experience!! Highly recommend! Our server was delightful and shared wonderful stories about the restaurant.
8.5
The food was average, nothing special, but it's still worth going.
10
It is surely an experience for anyone who loves great food, wine, history and Hemingway. Open since 1725!! Suckling pig did not disappoint.
10
The food and the heritage of the restaurant. Highly recommend to visit this restaurant!
7.5
Food was mediocre. Signature dish of cochinilla was very fatty and tasteless.
9.0
The place is awesome and the food too
8.5
Beautiful restaurant with lots of history. We dined downstairs which is the best area. Food was delicious but the service was subpar. Waiter was rude. Not a glimpse of a smile. Poor interaction with customer.
10
The sizzling pork was delicious with crispy skin and juicy meat. It paired perfectly with the best Sangria I had in Spain.
10
Food was great. This is such a fun place to visit.
10
The food was really good and the personnel attentive and respectful the dessert amazing it was a total experience in time
6.5
Superb service, cochinillo(SUCKLING PORK) is over-rated, any Cuban restaurant would produce a tastier roasted pork, same for the croquetas. 4 for 10 Euros for mediocre croquetas. Cheesecake was amazing, best ever! We are happy that we went, but food did not live up to the hype.
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