Tuétano

Holm-oak charcoal between the Alcazaba and Plaza de España

Tuétano is a grill house. Its cooking revolves around a holm-oak charcoal grill, and the name says it: meat, bone and little wrapping. It is in the centre of Mérida, with two doors, one at Calle John Lennon 26 and the other at Calle Graciano 25, a couple of minutes from the Alcazaba and Plaza de España. In the dining room, a glass floor lets you see Roman remains found under the building.

The Michelin Guide has it in its selection, in the mid-price range, and the Repsol Guide also mentions it.

What to order here

The menu is designed for sharing. The grill rules: meats from the holm-oak grill, with Extremaduran produce, and a board of artisan cured meats from RH Gourmet that is a house signature. It works equally for some tapas, a full meal or just a drink.

If you are in no hurry, there are two tasting menus: a short one, of four courses, and another of eight, with optional wine pairing. The website does not publish their prices or those of the à la carte: ask when you book.

The Roof Bar, upstairs

On the upper floor is the Roof Bar, with an indoor area and a panoramic terrace looking at the Alcazaba. It is a space for late afternoons and drinks, with cocktails and music, open to everyone: you do not need to have eaten downstairs to go up. It opens Thursday to Sunday from 17:00 to 1:00.

Hours, dogs and accessibility

The restaurant is open Wednesday to Sunday, from 12:00 to 0:00 with no mid-afternoon break, and closed Monday and Tuesday. Book on its website or on 924 830 716, especially for Friday and Saturday night.

According to the Michelin Guide, the venue is wheelchair accessible, has air conditioning and admits pets throughout. It is family-friendly.

To end the day, the Roman bridge is next door, and if you are looking for somewhere to sleep nearby, the Ilunion Mérida Palace is on Plaza de España.