Venir a Raíces es descubrir la esencia de Carlos y su entorno. Un restaurante a orillas del Tajo que te envuelve en el producto de la tierra, no solo a nivel gastronómico, sino también a nivel local y cultural. Los dos menús de 17 o 25 platos son una explosión de sabores y técnicas, con platos que combinan hasta seis elaboraciones diferentes. La atención es exquisita y cercana, algo que se echa de menos en sitios así. El maridaje es esencial, y el sumiller Miguel Ángel ha creado una carta de vinos sin alcohol impresionante, algo que ayuda mucho a los venimos desde lejos en coche. Un lugar que muestra el producto tal y como es, sin pretensiones. El plato final, dedicado a la abuela de Carlos, fue para mí el más especial. ¡Imprescindible!

Menú de 25 pases + maridaje, simplemente ESPECTACULAR. Un regalazo al paladar y a los sentidos. Además el personal fue muy correcto y atento en todo momento. Gracias Carlos, tu historia y recorrido es admirable, te deseo muchos éxitos más!! Felicidades a todo el equipo 👏🏻✨

Fui hace años y me encanto, he vuelto y sigue al nivel. Es un restaurante caro y parece que los platos son pequeños, pero la comida tiene una calidad excelente y pruebas tantos platos que acabas bastante lleno, al contrario de lo que la gente cree. Destacar los platos que llaman excéntricidad del chef, son los mejores y por poner un punto negativo: hay veces que sentíamos que un camarero no para de mirar, es algo incómodo. Uno de los restaurantes que más tengo que recomendar, excelente!

Experiencia acorde con la estrella Michelin que tiene. Tanto en la comida con sus pases diferentes e intensos en sabor, como por la atención recibida por su personal que estuvo pendiente en todo momento, tuvimos la suerte de que nos visitara Carlos y un placer saludarlo.

Desde un principio hasta el final la atención fue excelente, se ajustaron a nuestras preferencias en todo momento con respecto al tipo de menú y la bebida. Desde los entrantes al resto de platos y acabando por sus postres, todo fue de 10, incluso al comentarles que uno de los postres nos encantó, nos trajeron en el siguiente pase otro más para poder volver a degustarlo . Una experiencia maravillosa que aconsejo a todo el mundo que le guste estar en un ambiente tranquilo, familiar y donde todo se cuida al detalle buscando la perfección.

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Fine-dining restaurant with a Michelin star since 2020. Chef Carlos Maldonado’s cuisine is creative but locally rooted. Upon arrival, you choose between two menus: short (“Básico”, €105) or long (“Raíces”, €150). We had the long menu, which includes 25 items and took about 2.5 hours. There is an enveloping concept and many personal touches. The food is served on beautiful ceramics made in Talavera and surroundings. Every single course was excellent, especially the Mexican part. The level of detail and ingenuity is remarkable for a one-star restaurant. Definitely worth a trip to Talavera (an unexpectedly pleasant city, by the way).

+8

Jesús Caballero Amador

An incredible culinary experience courtesy of Chef Carlos Maldonado and his highly professional team. A very welcoming place, like being in your own home, with attentive service throughout. Nothing was lacking, and the food was spectacular and surprising. The chef's visit and his personal touch with the guests were greatly appreciated, as was his friendly manner. Highly recommended.

+18

Javier Ojeda Baena

Probably the best gastronomic experience of my life. From the very first moment, the restaurant envelops you in a unique atmosphere, unlike anything you'd find in other Michelin-starred establishments. The staff's warmth and attention to detail are evident, and the essence of Talavera de la Reina is very much present in the decor, creating a warm and special ambiance. We were greeted by Alejandro, who was attentive throughout the meal, and most of the courses were presented by Larisa, equally kind and attentive to our every need. Both of them made the experience even more memorable. We chose the Raíces tasting menu, composed of 25 dishes. I won't describe them one by one so as not to spoil the surprise for those who want to experience it for the first time, but each creation was a true work of art: visually stunning and, above all, incredible on the palate. For those curious, I've uploaded photos of the complete menu, although if you plan to go, I recommend not looking at them to avoid spoiling the surprise. At the end, Carlos approached each table, showing genuine interest in our impressions with a genuine warmth that was truly appreciated. He chatted with us for quite a while, something I especially value, as my family and I have admired him since his time on MasterChef and for projects like the Semillas Foundation. I wish we lived closer so we could return more often, but I know for sure that as soon as we have the chance, we'll be back without hesitation. PS: Thanks to Alejandro and the entire Raíces team for the thoughtful touch of the dish. I'll treasure it.

+24

Alvaro Cervera

It is incredible to see how much the chef has achieved in so little time, not only for the amazing tasting menu and his well-deserved Michelin star, but also with his community and teaching projects. We enjoyed the experience, including the very interesting wine pairing.

+11

Miguel Cifuentes

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Ryan Johnstone

What an extraordinary lunch. We dined three days ago, as a party of four, and enjoyed an incredible meal with exceptional service. At the last minute we had to inform the wait staff of some dietary restrictions for one guest - probably a restaurant’s worst nightmare - and they adjusted the dishes on the spot, with no sense of frustration. Her dishes were as fabulous as ours, and she felt very much a part of the experience. We were recommended some delicious wines, also. We met the chef, Carlos, afterwards and he seemed genuinely grateful that four Australians had found their way to his gastronomic oasis! Such a gentleman. Thank you so much, Carlos and team, just superb 👏

Jari Buttenhoff

The best experience available in the whole city. An absolute must.

Antonio Sanchez

A fantastic gastronomic experience in Talavera de la Reina, with attentive service and dishes full of flavour. Chef Carlos Maldonado does a great job in the kitchen where he is fully involved. Beautiful presentations that prominently showcase the ceramic for which the city is famous. Dishes are small but many, so you will not leave hungry. Perhaps a small improvement point is the wine choices and sumiller service.

+19

jorge carrasco

I love the experience and the food is simply awesome. The Cheff was really nice and went to the tables to check all was fine and say hello.

Adrián Mejía Valdez

We ordered the “Hechos de Barro” menú. Throughout the 26 dishes of the menu we experienced an infinity of sensations. All I can say is that everything tasted spectacularly, and all the dishes were very tastefully designed to accompany the meaning of the plate.

Daniel Gutiérrez

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Very good experience. 5 star creativity!

Vivian A. Herman

Amazing! Carlos and his team are starting a road of success in the culinary world. I see many stars in their future. Food was delicious and his team was very helpful. My 2 year old had her first degustacion menu and she love it.

Achi Rodriguez

Great experience. Great chef. You can tell when the chef is there giving the 100% of his mind and love to the food.

+4

Ricardo Martinez

Expectacular!!!!!

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Carlos Gonzalez

Perfect service + fun, delicious and interesting flavours mixture combined with a welcoming environment creating an outstanding experience which can be enjoyed by any kind of public. I have never had this kind of experience before and I absolutely recommend it to everyone.

Se nota que es un restaurante con estrella Michelin porque todas las elaboraciones estan muy trabajadas y llenas de sabor. Habia algunos platos muy ricos pero para mi gusto ninguno era perfectisimo (tampoco me he encontrado muchos en restaurantes Michelin). Dicho esto, cosas a comentar: Decoración: por el titulo del restaurante me esperaba verde, arboles, naturaleza. La decoracion no me pareció especialmente bonita (a mi mujer si). No vi un ambiente calido y acogedor. La iluminación tampoco ayudaba. Servicio de pan: esta bien que el pan se elabore en funcion del tipo de plato pero para mi gusto el trozo es pequeño, aéreo y con poca miga. Por sabor, tampoco fueron los mejores panes artesanos de mi vida. Picante: uno de los platos llevaba tanto picante que se te quedaba en la garganta y no te dejaba disfrutar del plato. Postres: Son dulces porque tienen azucar pero esperaba que el conjunto fuese mas algo mas goloso. El "jarron" en el que se sirven los postres no me parece el adecuado. No es comodo ni practico para coger. Pensaria mas en algo horizontal, con distintos niveles para colocar los diferentes postres Cantidades: Llegué a los postres con hambre. Para el precio que se paga y el numero de pases que hay creo que es un error. A mi me gusta ir a estos sitios para comer bien y reventar. Chef: Que un sabado por la noche no esté Carlos Maldonado en su restaurante pues no me parece bien (siempre y cuando no haya pasado nada grave). Para cuatro dias a la semana que abre el restaurante...

emy de lema

We would have loved to speak with Carlos, but he was traveling. Since it was dinner, we chose the 17-course tasting menu, and it was a good thing we did because everything was incredibly hearty and even a bit salty at times. The service was very attentive, but the staff's attire was a bit sloppy; the decor didn't quite match the establishment. My friends drank wine, and I ordered five small beers (not doubles), which cost €4.50 each. We missed the courtesy of a complimentary drink. Adrián stayed until the end and told us about the Foundation.

+19

Victoria Cancho

I was really looking forward to visiting Raíces after Carlos's stint at MC. The service deserves special mention: unlike other Michelin-starred restaurants I've been to, here they know how to give diners space while still being attentive, which is much appreciated. Furthermore, the layout of the dining room, with curtains separating the tables, provides a very comfortable sense of privacy. The dishes are meticulously prepared, with a wide variety of flavors, nuances, and textures. As with any highly personal culinary experience, there may be some highlights and lowlights depending on individual tastes, but nothing truly objectionable. I especially recommend the venison dish: I don't recall ever having tasted one cooked to such perfection. My only suggestion would be to check for any bones in the fish dish, to make the experience even more enjoyable. As for the decor, I perhaps expected a space more in line with the "Raíces" concept. The tables, rather ornate with porcelain vases, might feel a bit cramped at first. And if there's one thing I take away from this experience, it's that effort and passion can truly transform a life. Carlos has seized the opportunity his time at MC afforded him to grow, launch such a personal project as this, and reach for the stars. Seeing it materialize in Raíces is inspiring and a reminder that dreams, when pursued with hard work, can come true.

Jordi Díaz Giralt

Good price-quality. It’s a good experience for a good quality young chef experience. I took the “9 pases” and the starters were not that good but the overall experience at a good price was nice. Great deco and architecture details but chairs should be improved. I must say that the cutlery was amazing. Keep it up guys!

+2