En Tiempos de Maricastaña is a restaurant in Cathedral, Burgos. Rated 4.1 stars from 3834 Google reviews. Known for gluten-free expertise and dietary care and thoughtful, personable service. Best for solo diners and families with children. Price range: €20-30.
En Tiempos de Maricastaña is rated 4.1★ on Google (3,834 reviews) and 3.9★ on TripAdvisor (516 reviews) — a consistent rating across both platforms.
Rankings updated July 2026
En Tiempos de Maricastaña
Across 3,790 rated reviews, 80% gave four or five stars.
| Rating | 4.1★ |
| Reviews | 3,834 |
| 1-star share | 7.2% |
| Best for | Breakfast |
In Their Own Words
Review highlights surfaced by Google — shown in English, with the original beneath
“The omelette is delicious with potatoes, ham and cheese.”
“La tortilla está muy rica de patata y jamón York con queso.”
“We had some croquettes – the best ones were the cod and curry ones, as well as the pig's ear and squid rings.”
“Comimos croquetas la mejor la de bacalao y curry , oreja y rabas.”
Consistently rated across Google and TripAdvisor
4,350 reviews across two platforms
Quick Verdict
A thoughtfully run restaurant where dietary expertise, warm service, and inventive cooking converge in a relaxed, dog-friendly space near the cathedral.
You need confident gluten-free dining, want solo or family meals in a stylish setting, or are visiting Burgos with a dog.
About En Tiempos de Maricastaña
En Tiempos de Maricastaña is a modern, welcoming restaurant in the cathedral zone that has earned its reputation through meticulous attention to dietary needs and consistently thoughtful service. The kitchen excels at gluten-free preparation, with staff trained to navigate cross-contamination protocols and adapt dishes with precision; diners with coeliac disease and lactose intolerance repeatedly praise the team's patience and expertise. The menu spans breakfast through dinner, anchored by signature items like the vegan hamburguesa (dense, juicy, topped with caramelised onion), innovative croquetas, and house-made morcilla, all executed with care. The bar stocks a curated selection of wines, craft beers, and cocktails, while the café is notably strong. The space itself is intimate and tastefully decorated, with a relaxed-yet-refined atmosphere that welcomes families, tourists, solo diners, and dogs alike. Staff—particularly standouts like Laura and Medeko—move with genuine warmth, remembering dietary restrictions and adjusting service on the fly when reservations slip through cracks. Accessibility features (wheelchair ramps, adapted restrooms) and outdoor seating round out the offering.
In the last 90 days, En Tiempos de Maricastaña has drawn 43 substantial written reviews (50+ characters of genuine feedback) — recent momentum that is one of the signals behind its place on the hot list.
What Stands Out
Gluten-free expertise and dietary care
Multiple 5-star reviews highlight meticulous cross-contamination protocols, staff knowledge, and menu adaptations for coeliac and lactose-intolerant guests; staff like Laura are praised for patience and attentiveness to allergies.
Thoughtful, personable service
Reviewers consistently mention staff warmth and flexibility—accommodating late arrivals, adapting dishes, remembering dietary needs, and maintaining composure during rushes; named staff (Laura, Medeko) receive specific praise.
Innovative, well-executed cuisine
Signature items like vegan hamburguesa, croquetas (especially bacalao and curry), and morcilla are described as 'exquisite' and 'delicious'; the menu rotates seasonally and balances traditional Spanish with playful modern dishes.
Practical Information
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Frequently Asked Questions about En Tiempos de Maricastaña
Yes. The kitchen is trained in cross-contamination protocols and regularly adapts dishes. Multiple coeliac diners praise staff knowledge and care, particularly Laura's patience in explaining options and handling allergies.
Yes. The restaurant is pet-friendly and welcomes dogs indoors and on the terrace, as confirmed by multiple reviews and GBP attributes.
Absolutely. The venue offers high chairs, a children's menu, and a calm, welcoming atmosphere. Staff are noted for attentiveness even during busy service.
Reservations are recommended, especially for brunch, lunch, and dinner. The restaurant accepts bookings and will accommodate walk-ins when possible, though peak times fill quickly.
The vegan hamburguesa (with caramelised onion), croquetas (bacalao and curry standout), morcilla, and the Bollywood dish are frequently praised. The menu rotates seasonally.
Yes. The restaurant has a terrace with outdoor seating, and the space is accessible for wheelchair users.
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