Asador de Aranda in Makati: Spanish Restaurant Known for Wood-Fired Lechazo
Asador de Aranda is a Spanish restaurant in Makati specializing in traditional Castilian cuisine, with a strong focus on wood-fired roasting and time-honored Spanish recipes.
IMAGE from Asador de Aranda’s Instagram account
Located at the Ground Floor of EcoPlaza Building along Chino Roces Avenue, the restaurant officially opened on May 19, 2026 and is now open for lunch daily.
IMAGES from Asador de Aranda’s Instagram account
At the center of Asador de Aranda’s cooking philosophy is purity and restraint, using simple ingredients, patience, and traditional techniques to bring out the natural flavors of each dish. Its wood-fired roasting method makes use of clay vessels and carefully controlled cooking to achieve the texture and flavor associated with classic Castilian cuisine.
IMAGE from Asador de Aranda’s Instagram account
One of the restaurant’s main specialties is the Cochinillo Asado also known as Roasted Suckling Pig, sourced directly from Segovia, Spain. Raised under strict welfare standards and fed exclusively on mother’s milk, the suckling pig is known for its tender texture and delicate flavor.
The cochinillo is slow-roasted in traditional wood-fired clay ovens, resulting in crisp, golden skin and tender meat. Each roast requires around three hours of preparation and is prepared daily in limited quantities, so advance orders are highly recommended.
Their Roasted Suckling Pig from Segovia is available in three sizes: Whole (Php 17,500), Half (Php 9,100), and Quarter (Php 4,800).
Roasted Suckling Pig from Segovia /IMAGE from Asador de Aranda’s Instagram account
Guests may also start their meal with traditional Spanish favorites such as Jamón Ibérico Bellota D.O. Extremadura (Php 1,250. 30 grams /Php 1,650, 40 grams)
Jamón Ibérico Bellota D.O. Extremadura /IMAGE from Asador de Aranda’s Instagram account
For dessert, the restaurant offers Hojaldre Relleno de Crema Pastelera y Nata (Php 355), a puff pastry filled with pastry cream and cream.
Hojaldre Relleno de Crema Pastelera y Nata /IMAGE from Asador de Aranda’s Instagram account
Founded in 1983, Asador de Aranda has built its reputation around authentic Castilian cooking, traditional wood-fired roasts, and warm Spanish hospitality. The brand has established locations across Spain and the Middle East, with its Makati restaurant marking its first branch in Southeast Asia.
The Manila branch was brought to the Philippines by Mr. Gerry Apolinario and Mr. Jerome Ngo. Its official opening was attended by His Excellency Miguel Utray Delgado, Ambassador of Spain to the Philippines Ignacio Sanchez Taboada, Consul General of Spain in Manila; and Asador de Aranda owner Mr. Martiniano Palomero Del Cura.
With its emphasis on traditional wood-fired cooking, Spanish-sourced ingredients, and classic Castilian preparations, Asador de Aranda offers diners in Makati a taste of Spain through its signature roasts and time-honored dishes.
