lalola restaurante

Updated December 2024

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 in 2019. Renamed Lalola Restaurante it is 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 restaurant 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 wonderful selection of pure Andalucía. For me the ever-changing croquettes, a speciality of Javier, are always fabulous, also check out the rice of the day and, of course, the grilled meats. 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 (though the jamón baklava on my last visit was also outstanding). Service is professional and attentive.

Bread/Service Charge: 2.50€ PER PERSON