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June 25 2025
Iconic Dishes
Botín’s cuisine stays true to classic Castilian recipes. Its signature dish is the roast cochinillo asado (suckling pig), a hallmark of Spanish gastronomy. The piglets, sourced from the Segovia region, are slow-roasted in the wood-fired oven until their skin turns crispy while the meat inside remains tender and juicy. This delicacy was famously praised by author Ernest Hemingway, who mentioned it in his novel The Sun Also Rises.
Another celebrated dish is the lechazo (roast baby lamb), also prepared in the same centuries-old oven. The result is a rich, flavorful dish that practically melts in your mouth. Other menu highlights include garlic soup with egg, baby squid in its ink, and Botín-style clams, cooked in a special sauce made from onions, garlic, white wine, and pimentón.
More dishes not to miss are the scrambled eggs with morcilla (Spanish blood sausage), served over fried potatoes and the callos a la madrileña, a spicy tripe stew typical of Madrid's traditional fare. To end the meal, many guests opt for the house specialty: Tarta Botín. This decadent dessert layers airy meringue, soft bizcocho (sponge cake), and silky custard, creating a sweet finish that’s both nostalgic and satisfying. It’s a recipe passed down through generations and remains one of the most beloved items on the menu.
