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The restaurant
What is Casa Machín?
Casa Machín is a Mediterranean and traditional Andalusian restaurant founded in 2004 by Antonio Jiménez Madrid, located at C/ Galindo 4, in the historic centre of Écija (Seville), next to the Palacio de Benamejí. It has been awarded a Guía Repsol Solete and specialises in rock fish and fresh seafood from the Huelva and Sanlúcar fish markets, soupy rice dishes, select meats from northern Spain and home-made Mozarabic pastries.
What are Casa Machín's opening hours?
Casa Machín is open Monday to Saturday from 13:00 to 17:30, and Thursday to Saturday also from 20:30 to 1:00. It is closed on Sundays.
Where exactly is Casa Machín?
Casa Machín is at C/ Galindo, 4, 41400 Écija (Seville), next to Avenida Miguel de Cervantes, two minutes' walk from Plaza de España and a few metres from the Palacio de Benamejí and the Roman pond. The phone number is 955 90 12 95.
What recognition does Casa Machín have?
Casa Machín holds a Guía Repsol Solete, awarded in the Spring 2026 edition. In Écija only three establishments hold this distinction. The guide highlighted its Andalusian cuisine, its rice dishes and its roast suckling lamb.
Bookings and tables
How do I book a table at Casa Machín?
You can book a table at Casa Machín by calling 955 90 12 95. For rice dishes, seafood platters and groups, it's best to book in advance and mention it when booking.
Do I need to book?
It's not essential, but it is highly recommended at weekends and in high season, when the dining room fills up between 14:00 and 15:30. For groups, celebrations and rice dishes, booking ahead is necessary.
Can I eat at the bar without booking?
Yes. Casa Machín has a bar area for informal tapas, where you can eat without a prior booking, with the kitchen's specialities served as tapas and pinchos.
Food, diets and allergies
Does Casa Machín have gluten-free options for coeliacs?
Yes. Casa Machín offers gluten-free dishes prepared with a safety protocol for coeliacs, including adapted desserts. You need to let us know when booking or ordering so we can guarantee preparation without cross-contamination.
Are there vegetarian options?
Yes, the menu includes vegetarian options, and a vegetarian alternative can be requested in group menus with advance notice.
Are food allergies and intolerances catered for?
Yes. Casa Machín adapts its dishes to food allergies and intolerances, and has allergen information available for the whole menu. Simply let the floor staff know when booking or ordering.
What is Casa Machín's speciality?
Casa Machín's specialities are lobster rice and soupy rice dishes, rock fish and fresh seafood from the Sanlúcar and Huelva fish markets, turbot and roast suckling lamb, and home-made Mozarabic pastries.
Is there a children's menu?
Yes. Casa Machín prepares a children's menu, especially for communions and family celebrations, and is a restaurant well suited to visiting with children.
Spaces and accessibility
Does Casa Machín have a terrace?
Yes. Casa Machín has a summer terrace that opens during the summer season and in fine weather, located in the heart of Écija's historic centre.
Are there private rooms for groups?
Yes. Casa Machín has five spaces: Patio Central (70 guests), Astigi Room (35), Las Torres Room (25), Bodega Room (20) and VIP Room (20). All are air-conditioned and can be booked exclusively for celebrations or business meals.
Is the restaurant wheelchair accessible?
Yes. Casa Machín has wheelchair-accessible entrance, accessible restrooms and accessible seating.
Where can I park?
Casa Machín is in the old town of Écija, with narrow streets. It's most practical to park near Avenida Miguel de Cervantes or around Plaza de España and walk the rest of the way, a couple of minutes.
Occasions
Where can I have a romantic dinner in Écija?
Casa Machín offers air-conditioned indoor rooms with Mozarabic-style décor and private function rooms suited to romantic dinners, plus a summer terrace next to the Roman pond and just metres from the Palacio de Benamejí, in the historic centre of Écija. Evening service runs Thursday to Saturday, from 20:30 to 1:00.
Where can I hold a business lunch in Écija?
Casa Machín has a VIP Room (20 guests) and a Las Torres Room (25 guests) that can be booked exclusively for business meals, with privacy from the rest of the dining room, air conditioning and set group menus.
Can weddings or communions be held here?
Yes. Casa Machín's Patio Central seats up to 70 guests for weddings, communions and banquets, with set menus, its own floor service and a location in the historic centre of Écija, which allows the photo shoot and the celebration to happen without any travel.