Eating in Madrid

By Carol

Great Cocido Madrileño!!

Taberna de la Daniela

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It has the Cocido Madrileño, a very typical dish in Madrid, that you can only eat in winter because at summer they stop serving it. It is a heavy dish and you´ll want to take a "siesta" after but it is amazing and very well served. For 25€ per person you can eat chickenpeas, meat of various kinds and vegetables. Read more ›

by Carol

Casa Labra

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By Jorge

A bar preserved in time

Casa Labra

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This is a quite antique bar. Also known for being the place were the socialist party were born. The food is excellent, the cañas (beer) are also well served and it's placed very near to the city center. It's a great place for a fast stop and imagine how life must be 70, 80 years ago in Madrid Read more ›

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by Jorge

EcoCentro

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By Germán

My favorite vegan restaurant in Madrid

EcoCentro

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Quite and relaxing place to disconnect from the noisy world outside. Read more ›

by Germán

Swinton & Grant

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By Brian

Street art heaven

Swinton & Grant

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Set in the multicultural neighbourhood of Lavapies, this urban gallery and café combo is a hit with artsy and graphic-loving locals . Focused on street art, this two-floor hotspot contains the downstairs Swinton Gallery and the groundfloor Ciudadano Grant store, which mainly offers books on urban art and graphic design. Read more ›

by Brian

Carmencita

By Carmina

The best Egg Benedict

Carmencita

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To discover one of the favorite spots of young locals! Especially during the weekends full of life, with a great atmosphere and tasty food! Read more ›

by Carmina

Kloster, the best for a Sunday'Beer

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By Paloma

The best and biggest variety of beers

Kloster, the best for a Sunday'Beer

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Because is in Chamberi, the most authentic quarter in the city and where to find all varieties of beer and with such a big and delicious tapas for a company and for free that just reach back your place with no need of Lunch Read more ›

by Paloma

Rosi La Loca

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By Juan

Rustic caribbean vibe

Rosi La Loca

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Good quality-price relation. Different and well-presented tapas/food, while still retaining the Spanish vibe. Also has local food. Veggie friendly (my favorite part, since this is hard to find in Madrid). Nice feeling, attentive service. Read more ›

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by Juan

La Gelateria di Angelo

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By Brian

Heavenly ice cream near the river

La Gelateria di Angelo

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Drop in for some of the best ice cream the city has to offer and check out the funky decor. A mix of spaceship-like shapes and a sistine chapel style ceiling, with angels equipped with ice cream cones. Very cool indeed. Read more ›

by Brian

Shukran

By Brian

Discover Lebanese food near Retiro

Shukran

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There is so much more to the culinary scene in Madrid than just tapas and madrileños like to explore other exotic options from time to time. Lebanese food fits well within these options, as like Spanish food it's not especially spicy. Shukran is found several places around town, but this one at Casa Arabe has a unique setting near the Retiro park. Read more ›

by Brian

Mercado de Motores

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By Sanja

Mercado de Motores

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Because there is a lot of diversity, food, music and a lot of nice people to chat with. Locals like to have a drink here on a sunny Saturday or Sunday, there is a second hand market, and many different and nice bands. Read more ›

by Sanja

El Buda Feliz

By Carol

True Chino in Plaza de la Luna.

El Buda Feliz

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It has a nice "terraza" in Calle Tudescos, 20 meters from Gran Via. If you want to eat true Chinese food or drink a cold beer in a nice open-air environment, this is great. You will be pretty near everything that Gran Via has to offer but will be able to have your caña peacefully. Read more ›

by Carol

Mistura Handcrafted Ice Cream

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By Tomás

Delicious handcrafted ice creams & juice

Mistura Handcrafted Ice Cream

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Located between Malasaña and Chueca there is a little but cozy place called Mistura. The main products are the handcrafted ice creams, made with local and natural ingredients and mixed with tasty toppings. This idea was taken from a trip the owners made years ago to India. They use a cool mixing technique over a frozen marble table. Read more ›

by Tomás

La Malinche

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By Brian

Authentic Mexican treats

La Malinche

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Located on the corner of a quiet street but still very close to Gran Vía, Plaza España and the surrounding hotels, this is the perfect spot to go for a delicious Mexican dinner. The menu includes everything from mouth-flaming hot dishes, to completely mild versions, as well as Mexican beer and lots of tequila. Read more ›

by Brian

Ocho y Medio Librería

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By Brian

A shrine for cinemaniacs

Ocho y Medio Librería

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Packed with books dedicated the big screen, this combined bookstore and café is the place to be for any local movie lover. They come here to buy cinematic literature as well as movies and movie posters - or just to have a coffee or a drink in these unique surroundings. Read more ›

by Brian

Greek and Shop

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By Brian

A geek about greek

Greek and Shop

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This stuff is simply delicious. Whether you try the sandwiches, pitas or rolls, they're stuffed with things like feta, sundried tomatoes, gyros and tzatziki. Not to mention the bread delivered from La Panotheca. Check out the displays of specialities to bring home, imported from Greece, Italy, Russia and Armenia. Read more ›

by Brian

Aió

By Sara

Best place for "aperitivo italiano"

Aió

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Wonderful prices and real Italian food. On Mondays they have "Black Monday" so you can have a pizza and a beer for 10 euros. On Thursdays they have one of the most famous "aperitivos" in Madrid. So you'll pay 5 euros for a drink ( they also have Spritz) and Italian food buffet Read more ›

by Sara

Lolo Polos Artesanos

By Brian

The natural choice of treats in the heat

Lolo Polos Artesanos

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Go here to get a much healthier and more fresh alternative to the classic ice cream. And a selection of very interesting flavours that will make you come back to try more. The creators are imaginative when it comes to mixing up ingredients and they use several exotic fruits, herbs, yoghurt and even peppers. New flavours are introduced regularly. Read more ›

by Brian

TRIBALL

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By Paloma

BARS, RESTAURANTS&SHOPS IN A NUT

TRIBALL

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Because was a gem hidden in the city'centre, and now all the newest bars and restaurants designers are there. After 10 years of efforts 30 owners together got light in a former place not so nice. If Manhattan got Tribecca, we got Triball. Read more ›

by Paloma

FERPAL

By Paloma

Learn what we call Sandwich :)

FERPAL

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First, you must know that what you call "Sandwich" we call bocadillo and our Sandwich are triangles shaped with white bread and... whatever delicious in Read more ›

by Paloma

¡Ay mi Madre!

By Sara

Tasty&great offer of food( also VEGAN)

¡Ay mi Madre!

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Cosy place to have a delicious meal and not expensive at all in the hipster neighborhood of Malsaña. You'll find Italian and Argentinian specialties and they also have vegan options! During the weekend the place is easily crowded so bear it in mind. Read more ›

by Sara

Bolero Meatballs

By Brian

Have a ball - or more

Bolero Meatballs

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Drop in here for lunch, quick tapas or for a delicious dinner - or take it away as the seats a few. The meatballs come in three regular and irresistible versions, consisting of beef, pork or chicken, as well as a vegetarian variation. Each can be served in brioche bread and with different themes like 'A la grandmother' or 'oriental'. Read more ›

by Brian

Hattori Hanzō

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By Carol

Different kind of Japanese.

Hattori Hanzō

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Different atmosphere. Read more ›

by Carol

Restaurante Botín

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By Carol

Classic Cochinillo.

Restaurante Botín

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It is more for tourists than for locals, but everybody in Madrid has been there at least once. The Michelin guide of 1987 says that it is the oldest restaurant still open in Europe (originally from 1725) and that Goya (the artist) was a waiter there when he was a teenager. Don't know if it is true but I believe :) Read more ›

by Carol

Literary Quartet

By Paloma

Come and enjoy the Cervantes food

Literary Quartet

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To taste the most delicious and more authentic Spanish food, even may be just a potatos with a registered Brand and receipt sauce... but what a potatoes! you'll love more than the "french" ones :) Read more ›

by Paloma

80 Grados

By Carol

XS Food Style

80 Grados

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It's good, the food is great and the individual portions are the best to try different things. I would recommend 4 per adult + 1 dessert to share by 2. It's cheap as every portion is 4,95€ average. And they're quick, if you order everything together the food will come at the same time, all dishes. So remember to ask first 2 dishes, then the rest. Read more ›

by Carol

StreetXO

By Carol

The low-cost of 3 Michelin Stars DIVERXO

StreetXO

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It´s in the roof top of the Corte Ingles of Calle Serrano. You can have a a 3 star courses experience on a much lower budget. It isn´t cheap, the dishes are small so you have to eat at least 2 per person but is worth it. Read more ›

by Carol

Vacaciones Cocktail Bar

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By Brian

Everyday is a holiday

Vacaciones Cocktail Bar

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To enter this place is like going on an instant vacation - relaxing in the shade close to the sea. You can almost hear the sounds of the waves breaking on the beach, though in reality there is more than 300 kilometres to the nearest ocean. A happy holiday-themed cocktail bar and café that also offers a range of exotic food. Read more ›

by Brian

La Taurina

By Paloma

Autentic Madrilian food for local price

La Taurina

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The decoration is what attracts the most attention. With their bulls and light suits. Almost not too all, La Taurina was founded in 1997, is a typical Madrilenian bar and a family business that is committed to good food, good service and bull-fighting decoration. Read more ›

by Paloma

El Sur De Huertas

By Onursal

Sangria + Tapas

El Sur De Huertas

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It is very close to tourist attractions and provides good quality drinks and foods for low prices. Read more ›

by Onursal

Peyote San

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By Carol

Pacific food from México to Japan

Peyote San

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The food is amazing, the cocktails are great and on weekends, after 11PM (or 12AM I can´t remember, too many cocktails) they have a DJ playing in the restaurant and things get jazzy, with people dancing on the tables and turns the entire restaurante on a dancing floor. And you can stay sited on your place, if you don´t feel like dancing also. Read more ›

by Carol

sasha boom

By Carol

Asian Fusion Food just near Ponzano

sasha boom

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The food is really nice and the place is very instagrammable. They have a nice decor and some neons over the walls, giving a japanese-underground feeling to the restaurant. They have some handcrafted beer also, with different flavours. Very nice. Read more ›

by Carol

La Pescadería

By Carol

One of Madrid´s best Terrazas

La Pescadería

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Because you can feel the city just by sitting in the terraza and having lunch and a beer. The food is also great; the alcachofas con jamon (artichokes with crunchy jamon) and the Tacos de Rabo de Toro (ox tail tacos) are my favorites. It isn´t the average budget meal but depending on what you eat you can pay less than you think. Read more ›

by Carol

Happy Day

By Brian

Go cupcake crazy

Happy Day

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Enjoy the atmosphere inside at the few tables, or grap a box of sweet treats to go. The perfect place for a romantic break while enjoying the sweet side of life. Besides the selection of things to try instore, the shelves a lined with equipment and inspiration for every wanna-be baker. Read more ›

by Brian

Kabuki Wellington

By Carol

Best Japanese EVER.

Kabuki Wellington

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Because the fish, and the food in general, are made with care and the goods are very high quality ones. You can see that you are paying high but it is fair. You won´t find the tuna like in this place anywhere else. Read more ›

by Carol

NAP Neapolitan Authentic Pizza

By Gioia

nice place for a good pizza

NAP Neapolitan Authentic Pizza

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Do you suddenly want pizza or burrata or an homemade tiramisu? In NAP you will find the real Neapolitan pizza at a good price. The place is nice and very close to Plaza de Lavapiés. Italian atmosphere in the heart of Madrid. Read more ›

by Gioia

Ribeira do Miño

By Paloma

The Best Sea Food place on the city

Ribeira do Miño

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Because is autentic: Sea Food, ambiance, owner, wine... is a piece of Galicia in Madrid. And all for the best price, for 40€ you get an assorted See Food plate big enough for three and at the end a burned liqueour, named Queimada to have a Life free of witches. Read more ›

by Paloma

El restaurante vegetariano

Best vegetarian restaurant in Madrid

El restaurante vegetariano

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The food is really good and as soon as you sit on your table they bring you a chupito of a home made juice. They have a little buffet to make your own salad. Every day they have the "dish of the day" and a different cream or soup. The desserts are also amazing!! Read more ›

Skull St.

By Carol

Great Street Food

Skull St.

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It is relatively new in town and it's like a novelty right now – it's in. The food is AMAZING. I didn't try anything that wasn't very very good (maybe the cheesecake was "normal"), the staff is great and the price is pretty fair. Read more ›

by Carol

Home Burger

By Tomás

So much more than fast food

Home Burger

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Maybe it's a little bit more expensive than others, but the quality of the meat worths it. They have 4 more restaurants in Madrid, being this one one of the biggest. All the disposable material is 100% recycled. Read more ›

by Tomás

Terral

By Tomás

Sandwiches, crepes, juices & "free art"

Terral

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Just in front of the Filmoteca, there is a cozy cafeteria perfect for take brunch on sundays, or just having a coffee, a sandwich, a juice, a salad or any of their delicious cakes.. The decoration makes this place very warm and friendly, specially during the summer, with all its windows and doors open. Read more ›

by Tomás

Paperboy

By Brian

Gourmet style hotdogs

Paperboy

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A hotdog is not the most common snack in Spain, but homesick tourists and locals with a taste for 'perritos calientes' can find gourmet style versions here. Paperboy is "hidden" in a small arcade not far from the Bernabeu stadium, and might be good warm up food for a fierce football experience. Read more ›

by Brian

La Fugitiva Librería Café

By Marina

Cozy café-book shop

La Fugitiva Librería Café

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You should not miss it because, even though it is close to the city centre, this café is a calm place. Here you can enjoy the combination of a good selection of both coffee/tea and books. The waiters are always nice and friendly. You can also bring your mobile/laptop and use the free wifi access. Read more ›

by Marina

Gumbo