Meson los Claveles

If you’re looking for an authentic, local experience in the old town of Casares, the Mesón los Claveles seems like a good choice.

It can be a nice place to end a tour of Casares.

It’s not a modern gourmet restaurant, but rather a traditional Andalusian mesón/bar located on one of the streets leading up to the castle in Casares. Its location in the middle of the historic part of the village is often cited as one of its strengths.

What people like

• Friendly and personal service.
• Local atmosphere with many resident guests.
• Simple, homemade dishes rather than tourist menus.
• Good place for breakfast or a simple lunch.
• Several reviews highlight traditional dishes, meat dishes and generous portions.

What you should be aware of

• The menu seems relatively limited compared to larger restaurants.
• Some visitors have felt that some dishes are a little expensive in relation to their size.
• This is more of a local eatery than a gastronomic destination.

My rating

If you’ve been hiking in the Sierra Crestellina or hiked up to the viewpoints above Casares, the Mesón los Claveles is a place where you can sit down with locals and enjoy a simple, traditional Andalusian dining experience. It seems particularly well suited to coffee, breakfast, tapas or a casual lunch, while those seeking a more refined dinner might prefer to opt for one of the more high-profile restaurants in the area.

With an overall rating of around 4.2 out of 5 based on over a hundred reviews, the place is solid and popular with locals and visitors alike.