This place gets a lot of hype and it is touristy, but the hype is well-deserved. The ambiance and the wait staff are first-rate. I admit that I was a bit disappointed in the house specialty, suckling pig, but it was not bad, just not quite up to the hype, in my opinion. All other entrees, salads, desserts, etc were... more

We were at the restaurant Botin at 14th of March 2008. Very nice interiour, kind waiters. The food was avarage... we ve ordered suckling pig and suckling lamb. (house specailty) but it wasn't something to remember.. It wasnt expensive, 21euro (I think) each. The same price you can get it on plaza mayor. (but this is still the oldest restaurant... more

As a student who is studying abroad in Madrid and was led past Botin on a tour our first day, I couldn't help but think: major tourist trap. Regardless, when my family came during the Christmas holiday, I made reservations for their first night in town. We arrived and were warmly received, though I was nervous that they would seat... more

Experiencing a step back in time to dine in the world's oldest restaurant is a fascinating experience. The setting is quaint, along a medieval row of restaurants that line the Plaza Mayor, and the service is impeccable. This is certainly an important part of any visit to Madrid. I could take or leave the food though. I paid more than... more

we recently went to madrid, and absolutely had to go to botin. and it was worth it. everyone in my family got the roast suckling pig and i had a couple bites. it was really, really good. i ordered the clams botin. they were delicious also. on your way out, make sure to stop by a window that allows you... more

We had watched "Bizarre Foods" and Botin was then a must for us to visit, a special detour, from France to Madrid. We had read other reviews, some were not happy as the hype had rated this place the best in the world.......rather than the oldest. Going to Botin for us, was for the experience only.... Botin, in two weeks... more

We ate here on an overnight trip to Madrid and really enjoyed the food, but a lot of our experience was for what the place represented - the oldest restaurant in the world. The service was very good and the food plentiful. But, it was a little on the grub side of the world of cuisine. It may be the... more

Besides being listed in the guines book of records as the oldest resturant in the world (1725), the food and atmosphere is second to none. There speciality is roast suckling pig and i find it very hard to try anything else (2nd, 3rd, 4th......visit) as it is just so good. There wine list ranges from some great affordables to excellent... more

Good food in historic setting. Who could ask for anything more? more