Maragato Cocido Tasting

The Castrillo restaurant, located in the bustling Plaza Mayor of León, ranks among the top venues to savor the renowned local stew. Curious about the essence of this dish? Embark on a journey with the Maragato Cocido Tasting.

Activity Overview

In the heart of León, adjacent to the Plaza Mayor, you will discover the Castrillo Restaurant, renowned for serving the celebrated Maragato Cocido. While this traditional León dish features the same ingredients and preparation as the familiar Cocido from Madrid, its unique presentation sets it apart, served in a reversed manner!

This delightful experience allows you to enjoy the dish in its authentic form, crafted by the experienced chefs at the Castrillo Restaurant, which has been perfecting this culinary treasure since 1840. Additionally, the restaurant's prime location offers you a remarkable setting for your meal. Bon appétit!

Menu Offerings

Your dining experience will include a series of three "vuelcos", along with bread and dessert:

• First course: premium local meats, stuffing, and chorizo
• Second course: pico pardal chickpeas accompanied by cabbage and fried vegetables
• Third course: noodle soup
• Dessert: choice of custard with Astorga butter or lemon mousse

Dining Schedule

• Weekdays: there is flexibility with no designated lunch hours, allowing you to arrive at your convenience
• Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays: when booking, please select either the 1:30 pm or 3:30 pm dining shift