The cuisine that you will find in San Juan de Ortega is related to the typical cuisine of the Castilian-León region, as well as variations of the area. To eat in San Juan de Ortega you have to keep in mind that although there are few restaurants, they are delicious. San Juan de Ortega is found along the traditional route of the French Way to Santiago. A small village where you can eat if you are just passing through.
If you are looking for something to eat in San Juan de Ortega, one of the most typical dishes is the sopa de ajo (garlic soup) or some of the guisos (stews) that are made with beans, sausage etc. Chuletitas de lechazo (lamb chops) or grilled meat are also typical of this area and go great with the seasonal mushrooms.
To complement the delicious food, we select a delicious wine Ribera del Duero con D.O. For dessert, there is nothing better than sheep cheese. June 2 celebrates the San Juan de Ortega festival. Enjoy a day in the fair and market to taste the food from the area!
There are not many options for places to eat in San Juan de Ortega. The Bar Marcela offers sandwiches and tapas dishes for fast food. However, it is advised to go early if you want to drink something during the night. The greatest bar for travelers on the Way to Santiago.
The pilgrim’s hostel serves some meals exclusively for travelers. However, the price to quality relationship is not terrific. However, there are few locals to eat from the menu in San Juan de Ortega. It is an inn with little charm.
