El Empalme
This modest roadside inn has become a pilgrimage spot for mushroom lovers. The chef and owner, Gloria, is a true mycological encyclopaedia, with a notable talent for incorporating mushrooms into all kinds of dishes. She prepares them simply, stewed, with rice or legumes, or as a complement to game meats. There’s no set menu; instead, a different selection is created each season, depending on the ingredients available. A special and wonderfully authentic place.
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- Address
- N-525, km 52, 49326 Rionegro del Puente, Zamora (Rionegro del Puente)
- Phone
- +34-980652016
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This modest roadside inn has become a pilgrimage spot for mushroom lovers. The chef and owner, Gloria, is a true mycological encyclopaedia, with a notable talent for incorporating mushrooms into all kinds of dishes. She prepares them simply, stewed, with rice or legumes, or as a complement to game meats.
There’s no set menu; instead, a different selection is created each season, depending on the ingredients available. A special and wonderfully authentic place.
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Macarfi 7.5 Food Rating
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At a Glance
- Rustic
- Classic
- Group Dining
- Family
- Casual Hangout
- Standalone
- Local Sourcing
Traditional roadside mesón atmosphere with a dark, old-fashioned interior noted in reviews; the venue is also described as a pilgrimage spot for mushroom lovers, suggesting a characterful, rustic setting.





