Restaurante Mesón de Cándido

We had such a great experience there! We were there 1pm on Tuesday, it was already very busy. We didn’t book a table but we were lucky enough to have a table! Because when we went in a few minutes after it opened, the restaurant was packed! We ordered 1 portion of a suckling pig, and a potato truffle omelet. Both of them were amazing! The owner of the restaurant himself did a small breaking the plate show to us and also to every room that day! It was amazing! Definitely recommend! (And the view from the restaurant is the Segovia Aqueduct itself! Truly beautiful). And the staffs are very nice.

We came on Dec 26 and we misunderstood the booking time, arriving at 4:55 pm for a 4:30 pm reservation, not realizing the restaurant was closing between lunch and dinner. We were ready to leave, but the manager kindly let us in anyway and explained only a limited menu was available (small cochinillo and salad). We were grateful and agreed. Unfortunately, the service that followed was unacceptable. We were seated in a corner on the ground floor and the server was rude and impatient from the start, telling us to order quickly because she “had to leave,” even though other tables were still being served (including a large table next to us receiving food). The entire lunch was very tense, We don’t speak Spanish, and after the initial interaction she did not help us in English, while other staff had been able to communicate in English. Practical requests were also not handled: we asked for an extra water glass (3 people, 2 glasses) and it never arrived, so we had to take one from a nearby table; we asked for ground pepper and were given an empty container. The table beside us had the entire small pig sat aside so I thought to take a picture, with the other waiter saying ok, she saw it and put herself in front of the food so I cannot take a picture. The cochinillo was also served half cold. Other staff on ground floor and upstairs were kind, which makes this stand out even more. There were also plenty of people still eating and leaving, we were absolutely not the last ones even the table next to us left after us. Dear restaurant manager, I hope you can address this. Because it can seriously harm the experience for guests and the restaurant’s reputation.

It is a historical rustic house located right next to the picturesque Roman aqueduct. The view of the aqueduct was stunning while dining in this beautiful charming restaurant. It is known (could be the original) for their regional suckling pig dish. The pig was well roasted and melted in my mouth😋. However, it was big with a leg bone attached to it which made it hard to cut it with a butter knife. We also did not get a chance to witness the carving of the pig that some reviews mentioned. We had Jamon Iberian and crawfish as appetizers which were pretty good but not unique. We made our reservation at 4:30pm not knowing that they had to close by 6pm until we got to the dessert time, which they offered, but then rescinded the dessert within in 5 minutes because the kitchen was closed. So we had to rush through dinner without desserts or much drinks 😳

We celebrated my birthday at Mesón de Cándido, and honestly, it was one of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had. From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel truly special. They seated us at a gorgeous window table with a perfect view of the iconic Aqueduct—absolutely stunning, especially as the sun was setting and the lights started to come on. The atmosphere was warm and lively, exactly what you want for a celebration. The food was outstanding. We went for the classic cochinillo asado (roast suckling pig), and it was everything it’s hyped to be! Crispy skin, tender meat, perfectly seasoned. The rest of the meal was equally delicious, with generous portions and beautiful presentation. But the highlight was the surprise from the staff. When dessert time came, they brought out a small cake with a candle just for me! I was so touched. My husband and I were both grinning ear to ear. We even got to chat briefly with the jefe (the owner/manager), and he was incredibly kind and welcoming. You can tell the place is run with a lot of heart. Service was attentive without being overbearing, and everything felt effortless. We left happy, full, and already talking about when we can come back. If you’re in Segovia and want an authentic, memorable meal with a side of magic, Mesón de Cándido is an absolute must. We’ll definitely be returning next time we’re in town! 10/10 – Highly recommended! 🎂🏰

Service at this restaurant is extraordinary, with delicious “cochinillo” and great environment and location at Segovia. Promptly welcomed for our 1pm reservation, and fortunate to be seated at a central location upstairs, were served by an ever courteous waiter that was attentive and anticipative to our needs. Following the Cochinillo ceremony by Don Candido, descendant of the founder, we enjoyed the succulent cochinillo and other dishes, and house wine. Reasonable prices. This is a very famous restaurant and destination, but happy to report this is by no means a tourist trap !

Of course it was a must when visiting Segovia. We had a reservation and we didn't have to wait to be shown to our table. The interior is very cozy and the views beautiful. We had the segovian mushroom and grilled Eggplants with ham as starters, duck and the suckling pig as entre and as dessert the sogovian ponche cake. All very tasty, especially the two starters stole the show. The staff were really friendly and tried to help us considering our very limited Spanish.

A fabulous historical establishment steeped in history. A family business and has been for hundreds of years. The service is impeccable. We both had the suckling pig. Signature dish of the area and the establishment. The abuelo demonstrated how the piglet is quartered using a plate. Pure theatre but very impressive. The food was outstanding accompanied by fried potatoes and mixed salad. We were made to feel as honored guests. A great experience.

Love the history, not only of the history of the building, but the legacy of the 4 generations of the family ownership. The food was good, the presentations are great...service...not so much. But I would recommend them overall. Enjoy the Succulent Pig...it is great!