lalola restaurante

Updated October 2023

After five years in Los Remedios (where I first met him), chef Javier Abascal’s Lalola Taberna Gourmet moved to the chic Hotel Palacio Conde de Torrejón just off the Alameda. Located inside a spectacular plant and light filled patio, open and spacious, with a clever geometric “ceiling” reminiscent of Arabic tiles that creates playful shadows throughout. There’s a separate entrance to the bar in calle Marco Sancho around the corner.

Javi is known as el Rey de la Casquería (king of offal – it sounds better in Spanish) and comes up with some surprising combinations, always delicious, so don’t be afraid to try anything that may seem a bit out of your comfort zone. There are also more familiar dishes, with the menu offering a nice selection of tapas and raciones. For me the ever-changing croquettes, a speciality of Javier, are always outstanding. Because of the seasonal menus some of what you see here may not be on the menu when you visit, but there will be something equally delicious to enjoy.

Aside from the regular menu there is also an Ibérico Tasting Menu, which takes you through several courses of pork heaven paired with wines. Excellent value, especially as all the pork products come from Arturo Sanchéz, one of the best Ibérico producers in the country. The wine list is well thought out, with a good selection of sherry wines. Be sure to save room for the amazing blue cheese cheesecake.

Bread/Service Charge: 1.50€ PER PERSON

Conde de Torrejon 9
Tel 955 13 83 59
Open 13.00 – 16.00 / 20.00 – midnight Wednesday – Sunday
Summer hours 13.00 – 16.00 / 20.00 – midnight Monday – Friday
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