Lhardy Restaurant
Historic Period Rooms Cocido
Lhardy
Barrio de las Letras
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Madrid's 1839 grande-dame restaurant for cocido
Restaurant
Restaurante Botín
The world's oldest restaurant, a once-in-a-lifetime cochinillo pilgrimage
Reviewed by Mes Prestiges Editorial Team Last reviewed June 2026
Centro / Sol |
$$$ Upscale for Restaurant
| Daily 13:00-16:00 & 20:00-24:00
| Last reviewed: Jun 2026 Founded in 1725 and Guinness-recognised as the world's oldest restaurant, Botín still roasts cochinillo and lamb in the original wood-fired oven across its warren of tiled, beamed rooms near Plaza Mayor. Approached as a one-time historical pilgrimage rather than a regular table, it earns the trip on heritage and the integrity of that single dish. Book the suckling pig, and treat the visit as a piece of culinary history.
Editor's Tip
Guinness World Record - oldest restaurant in the world
Venue Personality
Romance 0
Energy 40
Exclusivity 60
View 0
Food 65
Value 87
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Restaurante Botín, reservations, hours, dress code, and price range.
Where is Restaurante Botín?
Restaurante Botín is located in Centro / Sol, Madrid, Calle de Cuchilleros 17, 28005 Madrid.
What are the opening hours of Restaurante Botín?
Restaurante Botín is open Daily 13:00-16:00 & 20:00-24:00.
What is Restaurante Botín best for?
Restaurante Botín is especially popular for Cochinillo, Historical dinner, One Time visit.
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