Walking around the La Latino portion of Madrid and was…read morestruck by the line outside Falafeleria. We had not had lunch and have travel all over Madrid today and thought a quick bite of Mediterranean food sounded good. We went inside to find one lady behind the counter working by herself. She is a machine! We were given an English menu and looked around to see what others were eating. I ordered the falafel pita with hummus, tahini, carrots, tomatoes, cucumbers, spice, pickles and tumeric sauce. This pita was stuffed and it took both hands to eat. My wife ordered the hummus bowl with tahini, onions, chickpeas and olive oil. A perfectly warm, fluffy pita was also included. The falafel balls were great and flavor packed. It took all my energy to finish this packed pita. The tumeric and carrots were a different taste and enjoyable. A good choice. The hummus bowl with soft chickpeas were delicious. Hummas is always great with a warm pita. Again, the value was also good especially for the generous portions. Looking for good value and tasty food, do yourself a favor and stop at Falafeleria at lunch. To the young lady behind the counter, great service and thank you.

Incredible service, the most amazing plate of falafel I have ever eaten. Absolutely incredible…read morevalue and service. I will definitely be back again before I leave Madrid.

Only a block away from the cacophony of the Gran Via, this vegan spot was barely noticeable from a…read morelow-key alley because Jamie W and I passed right by it before discovering its location. They probably prefer it that way because the quiet vibe appeared to be part of the ambiance they're seeking here. We just found it by chance on Google Maps as an alternative to the beef-heavy eateries in the neighborhood. We just felt a need to eat healthier. The menu was small and appetizing, and we treated ourselves to two 3,5€ glasses of Zafra Blanco, a crisp Spanish white wine that freshened our palates. We started our meal with a complimentary helping of a "creamy" beetroot dip accompanied by lightly crisped pita chips (Photo 7). Next came the 12€ Spinach and "Parmesan" Croquettes, six lightly fried, falafel-like spheres drizzled with cashew nut mayo (Photo 8). They provided the ideal bites. Jamie went for their signature 15€ Moroccan Bowl with corn couscous, beetroot falafel, sweet potato, spinach, cherries, pickled cucumber, tomato, and fresh dates drizzled with mint yogurt sauce (Photo 6). It was quite a cornucopia of flavors that meshed quite well together with the falafels the particular standout. I decided to go for the 8€ Brochette of "Chicken" with chunks of zucchini and onion and satay sauce over a bed of sweet potato noodles (Photo 9). I'm not sure what the "chicken" was, but the flavor and texture was surprisingly spot-on. At the same time, I'm glad I limited myself to one skewer because I wanted to save room for dessert and the 4€ bottle of sparkling Green Apple Cider (Photo 4). Jamie and I settled on the delightful 6,5€ Tiramisu Cake dusted with Cocoa and swirled with Toffee (Photo 10). We finished our meal with 2€ cups of Cortado with the right amount of warm, steamed milk (Photo 5). FOOD / DRINK - 4 stars...really well-turned vegan fare with no flavor compromises AMBIANCE - 4.5 stars...quiet and mellow befitting the food SERVICE - 4 stars...attentive TOTAL - 4 stars...definitely an alternative to consider among Madrid's culinary riches RELATED - Exploring Madrid? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/kiJx8rRkMB

Really friendly and fast service (English was available)…read more Cozy, relaxed vibe with decor that promotes eco-consciousness. The cheeseburger and "parmesan" croquetas were delicious. The burger was so big and juicy!

This place's probably 1 of the coolest spot I've ever dined in. The décor is totally superb and…read moreunique like none other. The layout and atmosphere totally transported me to a romantic getaway in Middle East somewhere. Unfortunately, I was dining alone -___- Cuscus de Carne - Beef couscous. It's just ok, the couscous was done decently nice, but the beef could've been done better. Te Frio - Iced Mint Tea. This is very refreshing, I'd recommend it! FYI - The workers here speak 0 English. When I said I felt like I was transported to somewhere in Middle East, I wasn't kidding lol... I was lost even looking at their menu, I had to google translate everything! They only got 1 employee serving, so your food'll take awhile. However, it's the perfect date spot!

This place is gorgeous! I mean, the entrance alone was enchanting. Great date spot!…read more The service is over-eager as they kept taking things away that we weren't done with but at least they were attentive. The food is why I would return. Their Cous Cous pots are sublime and their chicken in a pastry was superb. It's supposed to be tagine but they don't call it that. My calabaza and milk (yes, leche) pot was a hit and the hubster's fave. And all super cheap for the quality of cooking you're getting. Let's not overlook the perfection that is their hummus. One note, however, the hubster's niece found a hair in her dish. Ew, I know, but the food is seriously that delicious that I'd overlook it. They also have seating on the floor but since my mother-in-law wouldn't be comfy, we opted for a large table in the back. If you come, ask for the floor seating for a more authentico experience.

At the counter of Greek and Shop you can order pitas, sandwiches, pastries, and more. There is also…read morea wall of grocery items, including dry-goods and refrigerated foods. You can buy canned and jarred foods, as well as dairy products and salads. They also sell boxes of tea and wines, too. When I eat here, I like to order the menu pita, which is €5.50 for a pita sandwich and a drink. The falafel pita is quite good, with all of the fixings. I also get a spanakopita (spinach and filo pastry) for €2.95 on the side, which is they do well. Prices are very reasonable and the staff are very friendly, even to non-locals!

If you are looking for a greek place, but not a full out greek restaurante this is the place to go…read more! Inside you will find a set up in which they have several foods prepared, ready for the go. You can also make your own to-go plate by choosing the ingredients that you want. The set up is very open in such a small place. There is a little section filled with refrigerators in which you have more options to get to go. Overall, it's a small little business tied with Dionisos (The greek restaurant that is in the same area.)

This place was so great that I ate here two nights in a row…read more Ginger honey goat garden bowl the first night with a hummus plate and bread. Piri Piri chicken the second night. Price is reasonable, everything made fresh and only about a 10 to 15 minute wait for your food.

Oh boy! So much to choose from. It's an order at the counter and they bring the meal to you kinda…read moreplace. I had the med salad. My daughter had the Caesar. Both were exceptional. I also ordered a side of Brussels. They were boiled rather than grilled. I'd pass on those next time. It's a hopping place. The line was about 20 minute wait, but food came out once we ordered in about 5 minutes. I'd go back for sure!

Went to Kritikos with my wife and two friends when in Madrid two weeks ago, excellent experience…read morefor Greek food within Madrid! Food: the food was very light but flavorful. The saganaki was decent, but the chicken souvlaki (souvlaki kotopoulo) was amazing. My friends frequently asked for pita as well. Service: Niko was a great waiter and was on top of everything, hopefully didn't think we were typical American tourists. Ambiance: nice quiet location right off of the Chueca line, beautiful inside and ample seating.

I was kind of suspicious of the Greek food in Spain, but wow! This place has proved my suspicions…read morewrong. Everything about my experience here was great. We went on a slow Wednesday night at 8:30. The interior was decorated in a cute, slightly Greek-inspired way. What I ordered: we got the hummus, falafel, and eggplant tapas. Every single dish was perfectly-made. The falafel wasn't too greasy, which I feel is a problem with some falafel. The hummus was so fresh and delicious and the eggplant tapas were fresh and full of flavor! The food came out super quickly and our waiter was very nice! My friend also got a glass of wine that was light, crisp, and their house white. She loved it! I loved this restaurant and will surely be back!

Falafel shops, holes in the wall, are everywhere in Lavapies. You go in there, into any one of…read morethem, and eat the junk food they serve, buy a bucket of beer, and later you're gifted with bowel issues. That's just how it works, and you accept it. The beers you enjoy less than the company you're with, and the food less still. These sorts of experiences are a dime a dozen. Beirut, however, offers glorious respite from the monotony of these endless falafel-shop copies. Its terrace, in spite of being situated on a corner of a crossroad, is quiet and shady, and seats twenty or so. The ambiance here, in a less-traveled nook of the neighborhood, leaves Calle Argumosa (and all of its falafel shops) in the dust. For the same price that you can buy a gut-bomb elsewhere, you can have a delicious shawarma, falafel, or kebab prepared to order, in the moment at Beirut. There is a proper kitchen run by a woman and who I assume is her husband. The latter waits tables and has always been friendly with us. When I have brought my Spanish friends here, to this relative unknown, they have all been thrilled saying that it's just about impossible to find common street food this good elsewhere. Oh, and they also offer combo platters that are WAY TOO MUCH food for one person, replete with a variety of sauces (all delicious). And that's why I've taken the time to write this review: Beirut, compared to the other Moroccan/Middle Eastern places around Lavapies, offers a far superior experience both in food quality and setting. It's one of my favorite restaurants to visit.

Place is cheap & inviting & smells great. There was chaos when we entered; sat waiting for about 20…read moreminutes with no one attending us. They saw us (the place is tiny, only 9 tables) but were busy fixing some mess --looked like delayed orders. We ordered the veg combo plate: hummus, falafel, mohamara, baba ganouj, grape leaves & pita bread for 10€. A generous & nicely-presented plate arrived. Everything was fine except the hummus, which was watery & insipid. The baba wasn't quite up to par either; it lacked that nice smokey flavor but worse, tasted a bit acidic, like it was a day or two past its prime. The guys running the place were nice, but how do you f*ck up hummus & baba ghanouj?

My family of 14 came in one night to grab a bite to eat before exploring Gran Via as this place was…read morenearby our hotel. Seating was quick, and our server took our orders in a timely manner. There was quite a selection of foods to chose from, which is awesome since all of us aren't always wanting to eat the same thing. It ranges from full plates to wraps to pizzas and even smoothies. I had ordered the plata de la casa as I wasn't really in the mood to eat with my hands and was low-key starving from our flight. It definitely hit the spot! It comes with mixed meats, rice, veggies, and fries for about 9 euros, which I think is a pretty good price for the amount of food I got. It was flavorful and filling, so that def adds to the appeal as well. My parents had opted for the wrap and decided to share that, which also comes with fries and a drink; all for 7 euros. Not bad for a place we decided to dine in on a whim!

we went quite late, not too busy but not dead. casual eatery with a simple menu. we ordered doner…read morekebabs which were a bit salty but fairly standard. not much flavor to me personally but the pita was very good. service was fast and friendly.

The food was wonderful and the staff couldn't be more accommodating. Many options for vegetarians…read moreand vegans alike. Children are quite welcome in there is food that they can eat too.

Our first day in Madrid, my friend a vegetarian and me a vegan, but we wanted to try something…read moreSpanish. Came here and each had the vegan paella. Cannot recommend it enough. Super flavorful! The server was so kind and gave us helpful advice as well. If you're wondering how good it was just witness our before and after plates!

Delicious vegetable-heavy bowls and salads. If you dine in, the food is served in a rustic clay…read morebowl. The organic wine is quite lovely. The ambiance is earthy and rich, making it feel like a resort rather than a chain restaurant. If you want to just grab the food and go, ordering ahead and picking it up is very quick and simple.

After days of airport food and carbs we needed some roughage and healthy food! Thanks to yelp we…read morefound honest greens and we were ecstatic. Very hip spot and lots of younger crowds and tourists. You pick a protein and side and it comes with a nice salad and slice of sourdough. Salmon was perfectly cooked and slightly charred edges. The salad had a nice light mustard vinaigrette. The side of the hummus was nice and thick and paired well with the sourdough. I also added on a couple falafels and it's a must try. The falafels are huge and tasty. Not oily at all and sharable. Sliced chicken breasts was flavorful and moist. White meat can get dry but this was moist and herbs was not overpowering. Cashier spoke English and Spanish and the service was quite fast. You order and then they give you a number and pick a table and wait. Affordable spot and good for lunch or dinner. I wished they would open up a franchise in the states.