Another excellent meal. This was recommended by the front desk of our hotel in Madrid as a less…read moretouristy place. It was a block off the main square in Toledo and so had. Much nicer vibe. We had a wide variety of dishes and o don't think you could go wrong here. Service was a bit frantic but good.

The food was good and the restaurant itself was clean and inviting. The bartender was…read moreawesome--friendly and attentive. Unfortunately, the service was another story. While it's impressive that one server seems to manage most of the restaurant, we waited quite a while throughout the meal. Definitely don't come here if you're in a hurry. The biggest issue came when I paid. As the server was processing my card, my mom looked at me and said, "I think he just selected his own gratuity." I told her, "No, there's no way he would do that." Sure enough, as soon as the transaction appeared on my bank account, the amount charged was higher than the total printed on my receipt. I had not selected or authorized an additional gratuity. That completely changed my impression of the experience. Good food, clean restaurant, great bartender--but after that, I absolutely would not return. If you do eat here, pay very close attention when they process your card and check the final charge.

I had one of the ham sandwiches (boca jamon iberico), and it was actually quite good! The ham was a…read morebit fatty, and they cut them up into these thin slices, but each bit even with the thin pieces of ham, was really rich because of the combination of the fattiness and strong flavor of the ham. This was one of those cases where a little bit really did go a long way. Overall a surprising find and if I lived in Toledo, I wouldn't mind dropping by here in the morning to get a sandwich and go.

We were recommended to come to this shop by our tour guide. Apparently this shop is supposed to be…read morepretty popular amongst the locals? It has a huuuuge selection of jamon (vacuum packed, freshly sliced, if you're up for an entire leg you can do that too) and you can also buy sandwiches here. My sister and I dropped into this shop in the afternoon to pick up some jamon iberico de bellota (acorn) after hearing so many good things about it. There was definitely a language barrier between us and the shop keeper but they were able to help us find what we wanted. We originally just wanted to get a few hand cut slices on the spot but we wound up getting the vacuum sealed kind to take back to our hotel to eat. Let me tell ya something- jamon iberico de bellota is the absolute bee's knees. Even my sister who isn't usually into cured meats was super into it. There's something about the flavor and the depth that is amazing. I highly recommend getting a pack to try out! Overall, I highly recommend coming by this store to check it out! It was a tad warm in there when we went inside so it smelled kind of odd but just look/buy from the refrigerated sections lol

If you're here because of a tourist package, I am sorry you have to eat here. If you don't mind…read moreskipping the paid meal then I would recommend going somewhere else to eat. This is not worth the wait or calories that will be consumed. One worded descriptions: The food- DISGUSTING Their favorite color of every dish- BROWN Service- RUDE More in-depth description: I hate wasting food but I couldn't finish even half of every plate I got. They start you off with bread on the table that looks fake. It's as hard as a brick and the inside of it was dense. The "paella" looked like leftovers, filled with chicken bones, seafood shells and rice. I wouldn't even call it paella but instead "flavored rice" I got the "pollo asada" but it was obviously not grilled. Thy tried covering it with some brown sauce. It was dry and tasteless. It came with potato wedges/French fries that were burnt to hell and tasted terrible (I love potatoes and fries but I couldn't do it) For dessert I got Flan... it wasn't smooth. It might as well have been a wet cake that tasted like there was something burning in the oven. Best part of the meal: Coca Cola and the whipped cream from the dessert (aka nothing made in the restaurant) This restaurant goes for quantity over quality. They try to serve many people but give crappy food. Their main revenue is from the tourist packages people buy.

This place is exactly the type of restaurant were were looking for, with honest, filling, working…read moreclass Spanish food at a low price. We walked in and saw four construction workers eating lunch over a bottle of wine. That's a good enough indication to me - if the locals are eating there, it's not a tourist trap. The restaurant had a nice cozy feel to it, with low, roughly hewn beamed ceilings, warm lighting, and the painted walls were covered with photographs from well wishers about how much they loved their experiences at the attached hostel. The menu del dia was a definite draw for us, as we were famished after walking around the city all day. The English language menu was also greatly appreciated. I ordered the sopa castellana, which was basically a garlic bread soup. Delicious, and it set me up for my main course, which was a whole boiled ham hock with mashed potatoes and gravy! Yes! My wife ordered the lentil chorizo soup, which she liked, but she said it wasn't as good as my soup. (I'm allergic to many lentils, so I can't say how it was.) She ordered the beef, which also came with a nice gravy on it. She enjoyed it very much. We also got a bottle of wine, which was included in the price. I think each meal was 12 Euros, which is a real bargain! And the service was incredibly friendly and prompt, to boot. Even though were were "just" tourists, I felt like they really valued our business. And even better, when we left, the host with the beer belly even gave me a pat on the back, saying "Hasta luego, mi amigo." Awesome. If we are ever in Toledo again, we'll come back to this restaurant!

What a great find! We asked ChatGPT for a tapas recommendation and double-checked it on Yelp--both…read morepointed us to El Botero, and they were 100% right. This spot is perfect for a midday break. The place isn't very big, but absolutely worth trying if you can get in. Ice-cold beers, outstanding food, and warm, attentive service made it a memorable stop. Everything we tasted was fresh and full of flavor. Highly recommend for anyone looking to relax and enjoy great tapas in a casual setting!

Absolutely phenomenal. Good and reasonably priced wine list. The food was well prepared and tasty…read more Nothing pretentious about this place, but a local hang out with good music and great drinks. May do it again before leaving Toledo.

Stopped to eat here while on a day trip tour of Toledo. Our guide recommended it and she ate there…read moreherself. Half of our group didn't care for their food. I had the smash burger and thought it was tasty. I'd recommend it. Ambiance was fine, service was extremely slow. We had to remind her of our order several times as food and drinks were very late arriving.

Cheap breakfast! Don't get the churros because they will be cold! However, they are 2.20 euro and…read morecomes with coffee or infusion (tea) and fresh squeezed orange juice. If you want to get the hot chocolate to dip the churro in, it will cost extra and will be an additional 2 euro. It is nothing to write about. One of their best sellers is their wrap and french tortilla/potato with bread, but I just wasn't up for eating such a heavy carb loaded breakfast in the mornings.

When we were tourists, they charged us more than the prices listed on the menu while occupying a…read moretable.

While on a tour in Toledo,we decided to stop in for lunch. Friendly staff and attentive service…read moresince my wife has to have gluten free. Good for tapas,burgers and desserts. My wife had the smash burger ..no bun..which was flavorful. I had the chicken tenders with con queso sauce. The breading didn't have much flavor and the sauce was cold. Edible but lacking in flavor. Good beer including gluten free beer! For a quick bite while in Toledo,a good place to try.

We went here after exploring the mueseum right around the córner. We couldn't find anywhere to eat…read morearound the area until we happened upon Cuchara de Palo. The service was quick for the burger i ordered, which had a tomato bun I'd never seen before. The ambiance was a homey vibe and overall súper welcoming.

Nice, convenient place to recharge in Toledo. Slightly less touristy than the places in the center…read moreof the plaza. Good coffee and sandwiches.

Great place to come and relax, they have delicious pastries and coffee. Its also in a very busy…read morearea, so you can people watch or just enjoy the ambient. My family and i just finished walking around Toledo--that took about 6 hours-- and we came here to relax and do not regret it. The calories we ate here were 100% worth it

We stopped in here for a quick snack and to get out of the heat. It turns out we found a little…read morejewel of a restaurant. My wife had the "Costillar ibérico asado a baja temperatura." It's a low temperature, slow-cooked rib roast that comes with with potatoes and orange sauce. It was very delicious. I had the "Albóndigas de pollo de corral." This dish is free-range chicken meatballs that's stewed in pepitoria and served with potatoes. It was fantastic. We both were pleased with this eatery. Bottom line: I recommend dinning at this restaurant. It's clean with a nice ambiance. Restrooms are available for guests and the prices area pretty good too.

The breakfast menu at Cuchara de Palo was an unbelievable deal--a selection of a sweet or savory…read moredish came with a choice of drink: wine, beer, water, soft drink, freshly squeezed orange juice, coffee, tea, or hot chocolate--all for just 3,20 Euros! My favorite sandwich was the Chapata de filete de ciervo, a sándwich built on a crusty oblong baguette roll with slices of roasted venison loin along with melty cheddar cheese and spicy jalapeños! I also loved the toast topped with sprouts, smoked salmon, and a huge round slice of goat cheese topped with crunchy caramelized sugar. The sweetness of the brûlée paired nicely with the acidic tang of the goat cheese, the savory smokiness of the salmon, and the earthiness of the brown bread! Finally, we had the Chapata de lomo al limon, a sandwich built on a round ciabatta roll with slices of lemon-marinated pork loin, caramelized onions, mozzarella, and lamb's lettuce. All of the items we had here were delicious, beautifully presented, and quite the steal!