Even though I grew up in south Florida, where roast pig abounds, I've never had one so good as the cochinillo (suckling pig) at el Meson. I'm still thinking of it months later planning on my return just to eat this again. Amazing... It was a restaurant frequented by locals only, it a touristy spot so we knew it was going to be good and it did not disappoint at all. read more

Mesón Don Jimeno - Spanish Near Me - Segovia, SG

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Very disappointing experience. The person who took our order was rude and spoke to us in a condescending manner. I have stomach issues and cannot eat a full meal, so I asked if I could share a meal with my son. The waitress told us that was not allowed because "this is a restaurant and everyone has to have their own plate." We ended up ordering three meals, but unfortunately the food was just as disappointing as the service. Nearly everything was excessively salty. We ate what we could because we were hungry, but most of the food was left on the table. Given the restaurant's location so close to the castle, we expected a much better experience. Instead, we left feeling disappointed by both the service and the quality of the food. I would not return. read more

Between the Cathedral and the El Escorial you'll find Don Jimeno, away from the buzzle and hazzle of the crowds. Walked in, got greeted and seated right away (and just in time because before our drinks even arrived, the place is packed), of course you got to have the Segovia's cochinila and it was so good, ordered some Segovia's bread too which are thick and hard on the outside but soft inside. It's like eating in someone's dining place, so good. read more

Husband and I shared a quarter suckling pig. It was delicious, soft & juicy meat while the skin was crispy. Simple house salad drizzled with some vinegar and olive oil with some salt went great with the meat. Don't forget to order some bread. Bread in Segovia was different, dense & hard on the outer part. Still fabulous dipped in left over salad dressing. The server was very friendly. You need to check the hours. We walked by the restaurant multiple times before it was open and got there at noon since google said so but it actually opened at 12:30pm. They only open for lunch. Love the rustic old feel of the interior. read more

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Another memorable meal in Spain. Segovia is known for roast suckling pig so make sure you try it if you make your way out to Segovia. Do not go to the ones catered to tourists - these ones are closer to the aqueduct/center of Segovia. Jimeno is located closer to the Alcazar, which is also a beautiful attraction that I recommend! The roast suckling pig was probably the best I've had in my life. The meat literally melted in my mouth! I can imagine eating this when I'm old and haggy and have no teeth left! on the other hand, the Castilian beef was a huge miss. The meat was soooooooooooooooooooo hard! It was extremely difficult to chew and I ended up spitting out a lot of the meat because I couldn't swallow. It was also just beef seasoned with salt?? That was basically my impression of it. Despite the beef (one star deduction), I had quite a nice time here, mainly due to how amazing the roast suckling pig was! My cold draft beer was also refreshing and went well with my lunch. The staff didn't speak much English. read more

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Very small restaurant, perhaps seating no more than twenty people: come early if you don't have a reservation to ensure a spot! The conchinillo (suckling pig) was incredibly succulent: the thigh piece was a tad dry, but the rest was just right, with a crackling skin to give extra texture to the already-delicious dish. Had the ponche segoviano afterwards, which was really rich and sweet. Great to round off my Segovia adventure! Prices are a little high, but for the quality, it's worth a go. read more

Mesón Don Jimeno - Conchinillo (suckling pig) with fries. - Spanish Near Me - Segovia, SG

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Food was delicious, it tasted like homemade and the prices really reasonable . I will recommend 100%.

When in Segovia, one must try the cochinillo (roast suckling pig). I was on one of my pseudo-vegetarian kicks at the time, and ordered the seafood soup instead (which was really good, and had lots of mussels and clams in it), but when the pig arrived at our table, it was just smelled so good.... My husband immediately digs into it, and insists that I 'have to try it', so I comply by having one small bite. It was delicious; so tender, so succulent... I had a bigger bite... which lead to another, and you get the gist of it. The dish comes with some fries, which are awful, but you're too busy enjoying the pig to care too much about the lousy fries. Excellent service. Free wifi. It's a small restaurant, and it looks like they take reservations, so I'd recommend booking a table. The staff here speak very little English. read more

Mesón Don Jimeno - Seafood soup - Spanish Near Me - Segovia, SG

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A small restaurant but quite cozy. We had (like almost everybody else) the roasted succulent pig (listed for 2 to 3 people). It came with delicious french-fries (surely fried in the pig's fat) but nothing else. Bread, butter and salads are extra. We had a soda and a beer, and our bill came to 46 euros. Not at all bad if you consider the enormous amount of meat and the restaurant being in a mega tourist area. Without question the best meal we had in Spain in our 14 days to date. read more

We had one of, if not the best meal, of our entire trip here. The dessert even made me cry. That's how authentic the food is. Being just steps from the Alcazar, you would think this place was a tourist trap but you couldn't be more wrong. With a total of about 7 tables, it's a quaint, small spot. By the time we ordered our food, all the other tables had filled up and people were waiting outside. We ordered the charcuterie board with all the different meats, the tortilla de patatas and the ham croquettes, along with a delicious Rioja. The selection of meats was awesome! Chorizo, salchichon, and jamon Iberico just to name a few, along with Manchego cheese. The tortilla was fluffy and delicious, and the croquettes were lightly fried and not at all greasy with excellent flavor. The highlight though was the arroz con leche for dessert. It tasted EXACTLY like my grandmother's that she used to make when I was little. I totally had a moment and it felt like she was there with me. The service was relaxed, but not as painfully slow as is common in Spain. It was the perfect lunch break after the Alcazar before exploring the rest of Segovia. read more

Very close to Alcázar, it's worth to visit this small typical restaurant. Just one dining room, with not more than 10 tables, but great food, wine and service! A lot has already been written on the house specialty, the "cochinillo asado" (oven roasted piglet), and we confirm that it is an excellent choice: perfectly cooked, tasty, crisp outside and soft inside. Before we had another local specialty, the "sopa castellana", a soup with bread, ham, chorizo sausage and egg, also outstanding. We choose a bottle of Rioja Crianza 2015 Marqués de Cáceres, perfectly pairing with our food. Don't forget to reserve! read more

The best Cochinillo in Segovia. We walked across the city just to find this place. It was sooo worth it. The service was exceptional as well. read more

The experience of eating Roasted Suckling Pig while in Segovia is not to be missed! I literally cannot even begin to describe how insanely good this meal was. If you are debating between a day trip from Madrid to either Toledo or Segovia, and you fancy yourself a foodie, I highly recommend choosing Segovia. As you can already tell, my group decided to visit Segovia from Madrid for our day trip to see the Alcazar and the impressive Roman Aqueduct. We decided we'd plan on seeing the castle first which was a good plan because it was relatively early and most places weren't yet even open for lunch. After wandering around the castle we started to mosey our way back to the main part of the town. Meson Don Jimeno is conveniently located close to the castle, and we decided to stop in due to the recommendation in one of our guide books. We were relived to find that you can order portions of the pig instead of the entire one. For about $30 Euros you can get a portion fit for 2-3 people. There were four of us so we decided to try a cup of their soup and a single portion of the suckling lamb. The food was more than plentiful but it was so good we nearly finished everything (bread included). Service was steady and friendly despite how quickly the restaurant filled up. Right as lunch time peaked every table in the place was taken and people started lingering near the door waiting to get in. Something about the experience really stuck with me (it was modest, but really wonderful) and I would easily go again just to experience that meal a second time. read more

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We had heard so many good things about this place, and had high expectations. Made the mistake of coming on a Friday, as we were expecting the 15 euro "Menu Del Dia." On Friday they jack up the price to 25 euros per person. (That's almost $30 USD per person!) We walked out before ordering, and went to another restaurant that offered a 12 euro Menu Del Dia in Segovia on Friday. read more

Easy to find as it's on your way from the cathedral to the castle in Segovia. This place has the best suckling pig! The meat was nice and tender. The skin was crisp to perfection. The fries that were served with it were an added bonus to our taste buds. We also ordered a sizzling garlic shrimp dish. We loved the sauce so much that we ended up dipping our bread in it. read more

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When in Segovia you must try the Suckling Pig. It's a must eat for all carnivores.... As a Filipino I can't say it's better than lechon but.....it pretty close. We went to Meson Don JIMENO. They only have a few tables so if they're full, make a reservation then go see the Alcázar de Segovia then come back. Worth the wait. A bit pricey at €140 for a whole pig so we only ordered the meal size. read more

Mesón Don Jimeno - i knew then ......she was a winner. - Spanish Near Me - Segovia, SG

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We are living in Spain and traveling to different cities around the country trying out the local cuisine. We stopped in at Meson Don Jimeno on the way back from the Alcazar de Segovia. The people walking ahead of us opened the door to the restaurant and the aromas that emanated from within were wonderful. After checking out their high rating on Yelp we decided to "follow our noses". Seated at a cozy window table we decided to order the sopa castellana (soup), roast suckling pig and dessert. The waitress was very friendly and attentive throughout our meal. The soup, a specialty of Segovia, was delicious. Then came the suckling pig with crispy skin and tender pork pieces. The portions were generous and the price reasonable particularly when compared to the touristy areas near the aqueduct. The meal was delicious. We enjoyed it so much we went back the next day for lunch. We had spicy garlic shrimp and 2 bowls of soup and fresh crispy bread for lunch. Great tasting and hearty food. read more

We didn't stay to eat. We had a drink at the bar and were thinking about food but the bartender just wanted us to go away. She was also angry that I took a photo of the suckling pig (which I couldn't wait to have in Europe because it is so good at Suppenküche in San Francisco.) We paid for our drinks and looked for suckling pig elsewhere. read more

Mesón Don Jimeno - Suckling Pig - Spanish Near Me - Segovia, SG

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Best cochinillo we had in Madrid and surrounding area. A must try when you are in Segovia!

Cochinillo (suckling pig) was absolutely amazing! This local specialty in Segovia should not be missed! Service was great as well.

We were in Spain for about 10 days and ate in lots of places, some were good, some were better. However this establishment was the very best place we ate in. Everyone recommends to have the traditional Segovian dish when in Segovia; that is the cochinillo asado (suckling pig) We got lots of recommendations for a place called Jose Maria. Well, we went in and there was a 15 to 30 minute wait. The place was loud and very busy so we decided to skip it and go to Meson Don Jimeno instead. Needless to say, there was no wait. The place is small and all but one table was empty. We decided to go for the all inclusive meal rather than the full, half or quarter pig. We figure this way you get to taste more than one dish. We both had the traditional white beans, the suckling pig as a second and lastly the natilla, the meal also included wine. As I previously said this was the best meal we had in Spain. The reason why it was the best meal we had in Spain is that everything single dish was amazingly good and they service was excellent. We had a nice, quiet meal in a very quaint restaurant that left an everlasting memory. read more

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