Restaurante Botin

Restaurante Sobrino de Botin is known as the oldest restaurant in the world (established in 1725). The sentence on the restaurant window makes this restaurant worth the money: it is the oldest restaurant in the world that has been in operation since 1725, and the old stove used for roasting suckling pig dates back to the 18th century. Hemingway's signature is written on the restaurant window. ​

The burrata was especially fresh and fragrant, the wagyu tartare was tender, and the roasted ox eye was even more fragrant. The tuna and squid rice were also good. I also had a large black truffle pizza~ The roast suckling pig was great just by eating its crispy skin! The meat inside was also very tender!!

Gazpacho is a vitamin-rich dish. In Spain, each region has its own version of gazpacho, but tomatoes and green peppers are constant in this dish. Cucumbers and onions bring freshness and character to this gazpacho seasoned with olive oil, which quenches thirst and refreshes.

Botin is one of the most famous and popular restaurants in Madrid. It is most famous for its roast suckling pig and ham soup. The suckling pig has crispy skin and fragrant meat, which melts in your mouth and is very delicious. The ham soup is made with the famous Spanish ham soup, which is so delicious that you can't stop eating it. It is definitely a delicacy that you can't miss in Madrid.

Eating in Madrid is rich and convenient. There are many shops on the street, most of which are fruit shops and coffee shops. Of course, there are also many restaurants. The richness of the market and the low prices are beyond my expectation. Spain's most famous ham is everywhere, and small shops everywhere sell ham. This is a typical Spanish restaurant. People drink beer and eat raw ham leisurely, which is very chic.

The signature roast suckling pig was indeed delicious, with crispy skin and tender meat, but it felt no different from the one in Segovia. The seafood soup was a letdown, fishy and salty. The sirloin was also pretty average. The sangria was stronger than usual. The atmosphere was average and quite noisy. There was a long line, but many people were just looking around. Dinner starts at 8:00 PM, so reservations are recommended. There were a lot of tourists, but overall the service was good. The bill was overcharged for a Coke, but it was corrected after I pointed it out.

I'm still not used to Western cuisine. I ordered the popular roast suckling pig, but it had a slightly odd flavor. I also had trouble accustoming to the restaurant's named salad. The best dish was the pudding, which was a bit sweet, but just right. Any sweeter and it wouldn't be very tasty. If you like sweets, give it a try. The service was average, not as welcoming as other restaurants. Some seats can be a bit crowded, especially the two-person table in the corner. I went there on a Monday at noon, and it wasn't very crowded. Occasionally, tour groups would stop by the entrance, probably explaining the history of the place.

Botín, a century-old Michelin-recommended restaurant near Puerta del Sol in central Madrid, specializes in roast suckling pig and lamb. The cellar table is a popular spot, and reservations are required for all meals. Fortunately, you can order online, but it's best to book two months in advance. Our family of three spent less than 90 euros on dinner, and we enjoyed the roast suckling pig and dessert. Of course, we also had the Spanish wine, similar to fruit wine, which is perfect for women who don't drink much.