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A monstrous wood-fired stone oven welcomes diners into this traditional Segovian restaurant. While heralded as a prime spot for cochinillo, the restaurant's roasted lamb is what really sets it apart from the other asador-style spots in town. If the weather is nice, a table on the patio boasts views of the aqueduct and surrounding valley.
Segovia's oldest restaurant, founded in 1895 and still run by the same family, has a rustic interior with wood beams and bric-a-brac hanging on the walls. The decor suits the unfussy (if perhaps overpriced) cuisine, which features roast meats and stewed local judiones (broad beans).
Beginning life as an inn in the 18th century, Cándido was declared a national monument in 1941, and today displays photos of famous patrons including Ernest Hemingway, Salvador Dalí, and Princess Grace. The cochinillo is the star; roasted partridge and white bean stew with pig ear are also memorable, especially on cold afternoons. Ask for a table overlooking the aqueduct, just a few feet away, and be sure to book ahead.
According to foodies, this old-timey mesón (traditional tavern-restaurant) serves the most delectable cochinillo in town, but there are plenty of lighter fresher dishes to choose from as well. Expect a boisterous mix of locals and tourists.
