Mesón Restaurante La Cueva S.L. is located in San Lorenzo de El Escorial, known for its rich history and beautiful architecture. The restaurant is housed in a building constructed in 1768, originally serving as a posada for notable figures.
With over 50 years of experience, it is the oldest restaurant in the area, offering traditional Castilian cuisine that features roasted meats, red meats, and fresh fish, along with local appetizers and homemade desserts.
The restaurant is situated in a popular tourist destination, making it an ideal spot for families and friends to enjoy a meal after exploring the nearby Monastery and Valle de los Caídos.
Information sourced from restaurant website and may be subject to change.
Menu
Escarole Salad with Pomegranate and Bacon€12.80
A refreshing salad featuring escarole, sweet pomegranate, and crispy bacon.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 330
Lamb’s Lettuce Salad with Pink Tomato and Salted Anchovies€12.80
A delightful mix of lamb’s lettuce, ripe pink tomatoes, and savory salted anchovies.
Allergens: Fish, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 220
Roasted Pepper Salad with Ventresca€12.80
A vibrant salad of roasted peppers paired with high-quality ventresca tuna.
Allergens: Fish, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 220
Partridge Salad with Goat Cheese€12.80
A unique salad featuring marinated partridge and creamy goat cheese.
Allergens: Milk, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 338
Entrecôte of Aged Beef€12.80
Juicy entrecôte of aged beef, grilled to perfection.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 315
Madrid stew€12.80
A traditional Madrid stew made with chickpeas, meats, and vegetables.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 385
Homemade Croquettes of Prawns, Ham, or Mushrooms€12.80
Deliciously crispy croquettes filled with your choice of prawns, ham, or mushrooms.
Allergens: Shellfish, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 577
Gluten-Free Ham Croquettes€12.80
Crispy and creamy ham croquettes, made without gluten.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 808
Chorizo from Orza€12.80
Savory chorizo preserved in olive oil, bursting with flavor.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 385
Morcilla from Las Navas€12.80
Traditional blood sausage from Las Navas, rich and flavorful.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Iberian Acorn-Fed Loin€12.80
Succulent loin from acorn-fed Iberian pigs, a true delicacy.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Iberian Acorn-Fed Ham€12.80
Exquisite ham from acorn-fed Iberian pigs, known for its rich flavor.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Cecina from León€12.80
Cured beef from León, offering a unique taste and texture.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Matured Manchego Cheese in Lard€12.80
Rich and flavorful Manchego cheese, preserved in lard for added depth.
Allergens: Milk, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Scrambled Eggs with Garlic Shoots, Mushrooms, and Pine Nuts€12.80
A delightful scramble featuring fresh garlic shoots, mushrooms, and crunchy pine nuts.
Allergens: Eggs, Tree Nuts, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 385
Scrambled Blood Sausage with Piquillo Peppers€12.80
A rich and savory dish of scrambled blood sausage paired with sweet piquillo peppers.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 385
Grilled Octopus Leg with Revolconas Potatoes€12.80
Tender grilled octopus served with traditional Spanish potatoes.
Allergens: Shellfish, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 380
Wedding Soup€12.80
A comforting soup made with a variety of meats and vegetables.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 385
Iberian Ham Broth€12.80
A rich broth made from Iberian ham, perfect for warming the soul.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Fabes with Matanza€12.80
A hearty dish of fabes (beans) cooked with traditional meats.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 385
Madrid-Style Tripe€12.80
A classic Madrid dish featuring tender tripe in a rich sauce.
Andalusian Gazpacho (Seasonal)€12.80
A refreshing cold soup made with ripe tomatoes and vegetables, available in season.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 165
Piquillo Pepper Stuffed with Tenderloin€12.80
Delicious piquillo peppers filled with tenderloin, a true Spanish delight.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 577
Artichokes with Ham (Seasonal)€12.80
Tender artichokes cooked with savory ham, available in season.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 385
Grilled Fresh Vegetables€12.80
A colorful assortment of fresh vegetables, grilled to perfection.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 315
Spanish Omelette€12.80
A classic Spanish dish made with eggs and potatoes, cooked to a golden brown.
Allergens: Eggs, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 385
Cueva Eggs€12.80
A signature dish featuring eggs prepared in a unique style.
Allergens: Eggs, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 385
Eggs with Matanza€12.80
Scrambled eggs served with traditional matanza ingredients.
Allergens: Eggs, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 423
Busted Eggs with Iberian Ham and Baby Broad Beans€12.80
A hearty dish of broken eggs topped with Iberian ham and tender broad beans.
Allergens: Eggs, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 385
Melon with Ham (Seasonal)€12.80
Sweet melon paired with savory ham, a perfect seasonal treat.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 385
Lamb Chops€12.80
Tender lamb chops, grilled to perfection and bursting with flavor.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 346
Veal Escalope€12.80
A classic dish of veal, breaded and fried until golden.
Allergens: Eggs, Wheat, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 840
Stewed Partridge€12.80
Tender partridge stewed to perfection, rich in flavor.
Beef Tenderloin€12.80
A succulent beef tenderloin, cooked to your liking.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Beef Tenderloin with Cabrales or Pepper Sauce€12.80
Tenderloin served with a choice of Cabrales cheese or pepper sauce.
Allergens: Milk, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 423
Avila Veal Chop (Approx. 1/2 kg)€12.80
A hearty veal chop, grilled to perfection and served with sides.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 113
Matured Beef T-Bone (Approx. 1 kg)€12.80
A generous T-bone steak, aged for flavor and grilled to perfection.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 540
Baked Sea Bream or Grilled€12.80
Fresh sea bream, baked or grilled to your preference.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 315
Grilled Hake€12.80
Tender hake grilled to perfection, served with a side.
Allergens: Fish, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 113
Battered Hake€12.80
Crispy battered hake, a delightful seafood dish.
Allergens: Fish, Shellfish, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 840
Squid with Onions€12.80
Tender squid cooked with onions, a flavorful dish.
Allergens: Shellfish, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 385
Hake Collar in Bilbao Style€12.80
A traditional dish featuring hake collar, prepared in the Bilbao style.
Allergens: Fish, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Fried Milk€12.80
A sweet dessert made from milk, fried to a golden crisp.
Allergens: Milk, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 560
Sour Milk€12.80
A unique dessert with a tangy flavor, perfect for ending your meal.
Allergens: Milk, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 385
Rice Pudding€12.80
Creamy rice pudding, a comforting and traditional dessert.
Allergens: Milk, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 489
Mineral Water€12.80
Refreshing mineral water, perfect for any meal.
1/2 Mineral Water€12.80
A half portion of refreshing mineral water.
1/2 Lemonade€12.80
A half portion of refreshing lemonade.
Draft Beer€12.80
A cold draft beer, perfect for pairing with your meal.
Allergens: Gluten, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 385
1/5 Beer€12.80
A small serving of beer, ideal for a light refreshment.
Allergens: Gluten, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 126
1/3 Beer€12.80
A medium serving of beer, perfect for any occasion.
Allergens: Gluten, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 280
Double Beer€12.80
A generous serving of beer for those who want more.
Allergens: Gluten, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 700
Beer Jug€12.80
A jug of cold beer, perfect for sharing.
Allergens: Gluten, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 665
Sangria Jug€12.80
A refreshing jug of sangria, ideal for warm days.
1/2 Sangria Jug€12.80
A half jug of sangria, perfect for a light refreshment.
Summer Red Wine€12.80
A refreshing red wine, perfect for summer.
Allergens: Sulphites, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Coffee and Infusion€12.80
A warm cup of coffee or herbal infusion to end your meal.
National Mixed Drink€12.80
A classic mixed drink, perfect for any occasion.
Imported Mixed Drink€12.80
A premium mixed drink made with imported spirits.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 462
Menu Date: November 2025
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Address
Calle San Anton 4
GPS
40.591091, -4.146477
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