Coque is a two-Michelin-star tasting-menu restaurant on Calle del Marqués del Riscal in Madrid’s Chamberí district, run by the Sandoval brothers. Chef Mario Sandoval leads the kitchen, Rafael runs the wine program, and Diego oversees the dining room. The family began cooking in Humanes de Madrid before moving to the capital in 2017. Diners come for creative cooking rooted in Madrid’s own produce (source: [MICHELIN Guide](https://guide.michelin.com/gb/en/comunidad-de-madrid/madrid/restaurant/coque)).
A meal here moves through several rooms. It opens with snacks and cocktails at the bar, continues with a stop in the cellar, where Rafael pours from a deep list of Spanish and international bottles, and includes time in the kitchen before guests sit down in the dining room. Mario experiments with modern techniques while keeping a firm hold on Castilian tradition. His roast suckling pig, a nod to the family’s wood-fired roots, remains a standout. Coque is also a Relais & Châteaux member (source: [Relais & Châteaux](https://www.relaischateaux.com/gb/restaurant/mario-sandoval/)).
Visitor Highlights & Practical Info
Book several weeks ahead, especially for Friday and Saturday dinner. You can reserve through the MICHELIN Guide’s site. Lunch tends to be easier to secure. Set aside around three hours, and consider the wine pairing, since the cellar is the family’s pride. Check current opening days before you plan, because the restaurant usually closes early in the week. Rubén Darío metro station (Line 5) is a short walk away. Museo Sorolla and Paseo de la Castellana sit close by, which makes them good stops before or after your meal.
