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Welcome To La Taberna del Pelon
La Taberna del Pelon, nestled in the charming La Granja de San Ildefonso, Segovia, offers a delightful escape into authentic Spanish cuisine. This rustic yet cozy eatery is celebrated for its fresh, made-from-scratch dishes that highlight seasonal ingredients. From the exquisite salmorejo with parmesan ice cream to the hearty judiones with rabbit, each plate tells a story rich in tradition. The chef, Mariela, has garnered praise for her innovative takes, such as the artichoke stuffed with prawns. With warm service and a picturesque ambiance mirroring the beauty of Castilla, dining here is indeed a memorable experience.
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La Taberna del Pelon
Welcome to La Taberna del Pelon, a hidden gem nestled in the charming village of Real Sitio de San Ildefonso, Segovia, Spain. Located at C. Carral, 4, this rustic yet cozy restaurant embodies the enchanting spirit of Castilla. As you step inside, you're welcomed by the warm ambiance that captures the essence of Spain's rich culinary heritage.
One of the standout aspects of La Taberna del Pelon is the commitment to fresh, homemade cuisine. Chef Mariela takes pride in crafting each dish from scratch, ensuring that every bite bursts with flavor. Diners rave about the delightful croquetas and the innovative Huevos with mushrooms and fries, which exemplify simple yet delicious cooking. The entrecôte is another highlight, showcasing the quality of local ingredients and expert preparation.
But the culinary surprises don't stop there. Guests have been particularly taken by the artichoke stuffed with prawns, gracefully topped with mango and caramelized onion—a dish praised for its unique blend of flavors. The frozen cheese bar with fruit coulis is an enchanting dessert that leaves a lasting impression. Each dish not only celebrates the local produce but also tells a story, much like the picturesque surroundings of La Granja.
Food lovers will appreciate the seasonal specialties, such as the Salmorejo con helado de parmesano, a cold soup with a surprising twist of parmesan bechamel ice cream. Another favorite, Judiones con boletus y conejo, features giant white fava beans paired with succulent rabbit, reflecting the depth of traditional Castilla cuisine. Diners often remark on the attentive service, adding to the overall delightful dining experience.
With all this and more, La Taberna del Pelon is a culinary journey that immerses you in the flavors of Spain. As you enjoy your meal, allow yourself to be captivated by the restaurant's fable-like decor and the beautiful surroundings, making it a perfect culmination to your visit in La Granja. So, if you're looking to dive deep into Spanish cuisine, make sure to stop by La Taberna del Pelon and savor a meal that truly embodies the heart and soul of this magnificent region.
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“ Great food, ambiance, and service. We'll return again since we now live in La Granja. ”
“ You must try the burrata. I forgot to take a picture of it is spectacular. The pesto, with slices of mango is incredible. ”
“ Great food. cordero lechal is great as is the Castilian soup. ”
“ Excellent in all aspects! We tried the albondigas, crema de puerros, empanadillas de perdiz, pluma Iberica, torreznos, volcan de chocolate. The albondigas was so good that our son ordered a 2nd one! All other dishes we tried were very tasty with clean flavours and quality ingredients. Service was very attentive and helpful. The chef was super accommodative and creative with our dietary requests, when we asked for no potatoes the plates didn't come out all "naked" like many other restaurants but instead with tasty vegetable/pickles. Price is very reasonable for the quality and service. Highly recommended! ”
“ The food was simple but delicious. Mariela, the chef is great. We had the croquetas, then the Huevos with mushrooms and fries and the entrecôte. Everything was made from scratch, very fresh. The restaurant is rustic but cozy. ”
“ A wonderful experience at this beautiful, immaculate, restaurant so perfectly sumbolic of the beauty of Castilla. We strolled through La Granja and found many wonderful places, in fact, we had to stop at some at least just to enjoy a snack, but La Taberna del Pelon was perhaps the best. Great service, polite, professional, as is always expected. And the best part: the food. It was the season to find "Salmorejo con helado de parmesano", a type of gazpacho (not exactly, but like gazpacho it is served cold) with a delicious "ice cream" in the center that is actually a parmesan bechamel sauce... exquisite! We then shared "Judiones con boletus y conejo", those giant white fava beans known in Castilla as "little jewesses" because when Jews and Chrstians coexisted in Medieval Spain, the Christians observed that the Jews cooked these beans often. The rabbit was in delicate tastefully small cuts that permeated the dish and blended perfectly with the natural mushroom. My goodness Spanish cuisine is the best in the world, perhaps because unlike any other Mediterranean cuisine, Spain uses the ingredients themselves to create the unique flavors, rather than "disguise and dress" the flavors with disconnected spices and tricks. The decor was like being in a fable... and of course La Granja de San Ildefons is already a fable-like village to match Versaille. We were also treated with conversation, which always make a meal memorable. If you visit La Granja, top off your visit by dining at La Taberna del Pelon to make it a perfect trip. ”
“ What a pleasant surprise! We had several different salads, appetizers and a few of the desserts, and they were all truly excellent. The artichoke stuffed with prawns, topped with mango and caramelized onion was a true surprise. As was the frozen cheese bar, caramelized and topped with fruit coulis. ”