Javier Sesma - GITYRES

The current Asador La Encina, while retaining its name and location, has no connection to its previous incarnation or former owners. Today, it's a revamped project with its own distinct personality and exceptionally high standards. The cuisine is superb, with absolutely wonderful roasts. The service is impeccable, and the staff is friendly and professional. Its magnificent wine cellar, with a fine selection of local wines, is also noteworthy. Excellent value for money. Highly recommended in Palencia.

Adlms1972 Dlms

A highly recommended place!! We were there on Saturday for vermouth, and we decided to order some snacks at the bar. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive. We ordered a half portion of mushrooms, which were a real surprise. Looking at the dishes they were bringing out, we decided to ask if they had a place to eat. The waitress Maria, who was super nice, said yes. We ordered several starters recommended by the head waiter, and for our main course, free-range chicken with lobster. Everything was spectacular!!! The prices were reasonable for the quality and service. We will definitely be back!!! Thank you so much! We'll be back

Maria

Something like this was needed in Palencia. The new management offers impeccable service with high-quality, seasonal produce. The starters, such as the pickled pomfret, the tuna, and their carpaccios, have unique flavors; and the chicken with lobster is simply spectacular. Excellent meat and distinctive offerings you won't find anywhere else. 100% recommended.

Raquel dp

Two years ago we were at Restaurante La Tercia and were very happy with our meal, so we were eager to try their new restaurant. Just like last time, we were delighted; the food was delicious and the service was excellent. The calcots and mushrooms are especially recommended.

Danny Willy

The new Encina doesn't disappoint. With new management, "La Tercia" offers spectacular service in the legendary Encina dining room. The extensive menu includes new dishes like the iconic free-range chicken with lobster. The beans with piparra peppers are spectacular. And at the bar, enjoy a good wine with delicious tapas of potatoes.

+8

Nuria Fraile Carvalho

We went in for a drink out of curiosity, as we'd heard the restaurant had changed owners, and it was a great decision. They recommended the mushrooms, and since that day, they've undoubtedly become my favorite food. They were spectacular. The service was excellent from the very first moment: friendly, welcoming, and very professional. The place is beautifully decorated, cozy, clean, and meticulously maintained, which makes the experience even better. Without a doubt, it's a place we'll return to and highly recommend, whether for a drink or to enjoy a leisurely meal.

S C

Incredibly good. The service was wonderful and fast despite being full. The prawn carpaccio and mushrooms were delicious. We were recommended the artichokes with ham and truffled egg, and it was a great choice; we'll be back for them. As for our main courses, we had turbot and entrecote, both perfectly cooked. A 10 out of 10, we'll definitely be back.

pradanos2002

We went for New Year's on the reopening date. After the previous owners, these two brothers have reopened, and the result is frankly excellent. The roast lamb was a 10/10, and the starters were very good and unique. I also want to highlight the bread as a special treat and some off-menu surprises. Good wine list and very good, friendly service. They have certainly managed to maintain the reputation of this historic Palencia establishment. If they keep it up, they'll soon be awarded another Repsol Sun.

Lavender Looi

We were craving lechazo and it didn’t disappoint. The starters were all good however the tortilla could’ve been saltier, the texture was perfect but it was tasteless. The service was great and people were friendly.

+2

Teodoro Nava

Great service, excellent food. The waiters are very friendly and know their job

Rafiq Siddiqui

You must have the Tortilla

Jens-Eike Jesau

Nice people, great atmosphere,excellent quality of the dishes. As a Vegan, i was served the most amazing oak wood grilled vegetables. Ny friends praised the seafood dishes. English and French language menus. Personnel is friendly and speaks English as well. Highly recommended.

Thomas Stephen

The best place to have a delicious lunch or dinner in Palencia especially if you are looking for meats and seafood. Alberto was our server and he was extremely good and loves His job. It was such a delight to watch him and interact with him. And he gave us complimentary bites as well. The menu is available in English and French apart from Spanish. Lovely interiors which partitions well between the dining area and the bar.

George Yanev

Whole roasted lamb for 2 or if you are really hungry for one is worth trying. This is true if you are fan of the meat as it's more "smelly" than pork or beef.

Jesús Campo

Like

Muhammad Latif

Nice one

Suleman Shahbaz

Bona gent i bon ambient

Las reseñas del local anteriores a Noviembre de 2025 no corresponden a la oferta actual. Ojalá consiga asentarse la nueva gerencia, porque mi primera experiencia ha sido decepcionante. La carta es muy corta, con poco atractivo para cenas. Los platos tampoco estaban especiamente sabrosos, incluso con fallos muy claros de ejecución y presentación. Muy pasado de precio.

El servicio en general es correcto, y destacan sus platos estrella (los champiñones y el carpaccio de gamba blanca). Carta escasa, te quieren meter en la comanda sus alcachofas, por ejemplo, que estarán muy ricas, pero si no quiero comer alcachofas, no me las metas por los ojos. Rodaballo: precio s/m?? Decid que una rodajita son 40 €, que os lo acabáis comiendo vosotros. El solomillo, por 25 €, me dieron 2 medallones pequeños (porque uno de ellos era el principio de la pieza y estaba lleno de nervios, imposible comer),… si hay que tirarlo, creo que no se debe poner en el plato de un cliente. El bacalao a la vizcaína muy bueno. Pero lo que se sale de madre es que te cobren 6 €, por 2 triangulitos de pan candeal. (Ponen 3 trozos para 2 personas y solo comimos 2). La carta debe indicar el precio del pan, de lo contrario, debéis indicarlo según se deja en la mesa. El pan lo cobran bien, si quieren ganar dinero con el pan, que monten una panadería. Por supuesto que no volveré. A ver si dais un giro a la carta/precios/calidad y el cliente responderá.

Ivan Martinez

A complete rip-off. They charged us three or four off-menu items that we hadn't ordered, claiming we wanted to try things they thought were good (when we had only ordered three portions of starters from the menu). We had to ask for croquettes again because they hadn't brought them, and they weren't included on the bill. Then they tried to charge us for them, even though they had prepared a dish worth almost €400. And to top it all off, they charged us almost €20 for two bottles of water and five pieces of bread. I'll never be back; they really tried to take advantage of us.