Chueca is the undisputed epicenter of LGBTQ+ life in Madrid, so Jamie W and I made a beeline to…read morethis vibrant gayborhood from our hotel on our very first night. Our evening had a disappointing start at D'Mystic, a popular spot packed with a mixed crowd and staffed with indifferent bartenders. This lapse was remedied when we left and walked over to what we read was a festive lounge. During the day, it's apparently a low-key brunch cafe, and in fact, they were still serving sandwiches and desserts on the main floor. However, up on the second floor is a stylish bar lounge with energetic dance music and a decidedly tropical decor. We weren't quite ready to cut a rug because we aren't extroverts.By the time we sat down at our table, the bar was just starting to attract looser limbed customers. Besides, the tiki cocktail menu beckoned us. Jamie went for the 10€ Coco Loco which had equal parts tequila blanco, vodka, and rum, while I ordered their signature 12€ Pina Colada with rum, pineapple juice, and coconut cream (Photo 10). They hit our respective spots and finally gave us the classic Chueca vibe. OK, we were finally ready to dance like Elaine on "Seinfeld". Give us room, will ya? COCKTAILS - 4 stars...desirable tiki libations nicely executed AMBIANCE - 4 stars...the right breezy-clubby vibe SERVICE - 4 stars...good guys at the bar TOTAL - 4 stars...adds to Chueca's cred CORRESPONDING REVIEW D'Mystic: https://yelp.to/5zrmEunpjU RELATED - Exploring Madrid? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/rhI2a--Ehv

I think this is the most fun of all the gay bars in Madrid. It is really known as the Latino bar…read moreand is often filled with shirtless muscled guys from central and South America. The beer is cold and the atmosphere festive. I like the friendly casual atmosphere with the fun music.

A cute place for a drink! The inside is decorated with lights and exotic-looking decor. I went in…read moreon a Friday night at 19:30ish for a drink before going out. What I ordered: I ordered a zombie. It came in a cute tiki glass and was very strong! It was averagely priced at 9€. My friend got the raspberry marg, but I thought 9€ was a little expensive for her drink. It took a while to receive the drink (like 10-15 minutes), but it was tasty and the vibe of the restaurant is fun! I would recommend this place for a cute pre-dinner/bar drink.

Stopped in for a late lunch after a morning of exploring. While the atmosphere was friendly and the…read morestaff were welcoming, there were more than a few tables that had the remains of previous meals, so seating space was sparse. I sat at a dirty table and sort of stacked things off to the side, and a nice staffer came and properly bussed the table. He smiled and apologized- they were just getting over the lunch rush. No worries there. The food that arrived, was not what I've come to expect from my brief time here in Spain. I didn't expect gourmet quality, but it was a bit dry and needed something more than just the bland tomato. I wound up not finishing it. Service and decor and attitude - full marks. I'd have to cautiously try another menu item again before recommending anything more in the food department.

Awesome venue open since 1909. Next to Tim Hortons…read more Buy tickets online - the seats and standing are the same price. It's open seating so show up 1 hour early to get the best seats. We arrived 20 minutes early and saw the line around the corner. Luckily we still managed to get seats. There is no mandatory drink minimum. Most people ordered beers-Estrella Galicia seemed popular. Seats were comfortable. Highly recommended! 12 Eros plus surcharge so 15 euros per person.

We spent a night in this bar, and it was a great party. Not fashion but very unique bar ( I guess…read moreit goes according to each type of party ). The big minus: The drinks: I'm a gyn & tonic person used to survive to three or more per night Without hangover the day after. Today after drinking only one G&T I have a big hungover... Guess next time will order just bottle beer. Consider my review as one person who has visited the place only one night.

great time very accommodating to tourists i had a blast good food and beer. the crowd was amazing…read morehad a blast

was really excited to go to this bar but unfortunately even tho the website said it was open- and I…read moretried goung 2 consecutive nights-it was evidently under construluction (as in the bar was completely ripped up). Ahh well Madrid- maybe next time. Ended up at BEARS instead. Pretty fun bar and the 2 for 1 drink had me enjoyng the night.

Kind of nifty little hole in the wall type of place that, from the outside, you have to be looking…read morefor it in order to notice it. Though listed as a gay bar, and it does have a good number of young (as in 16...forget that the sign says you must be 18.....) to 25 year old gay guys in it, it also seems to attract a near equal number of heteros out to party with the female dates. After all, when it comes to liveliness, there are few places that can compare with a good friendly bar loaded with a mix of gays and straights as well as those of undetermined orientation. It has a young following and though I exceeded the average age of the other patrons by a mere half century, had a good time drinking and chatting with everyone. Matter of fact, the atmosphere about the place is sort of club like, everyone friendly and just there to enjoy a good time.

This place was AHMAZING! On a recent trip, my friends an I wanted to celebrate her birthday…read morereminiscent of how we celebrate at home in NYC, at quintessential Gay Bars in the Village like The Monster. The vibe was very much the same, if not more casual, making it a fun time. Drinks were cheap and we enjoyed Mahou bottles and the great music selection. Great mix of both American and Spanish pop. Staff and patrons were friendly and it was a fun time that allowed us to connect with locals

We stopped in here on 03.01.24 for a drink and to get in some history. We found out through a local…read moreblogger that you could see the original city walls of Madrid through the floor. Coming in just after opening, the place wasn't busy and the staff was idling around. We asked our server about seeing the glass floors and she seemed bothered to point them out. They were in an adjacent area of the restaurant that was complete unoccupied. After we briefly viewed them, she and some of the staff appeared to be secretively talking about us, and not in a good way. It didn't really bother us too much, but I suppose if you don't want people to take interest in what you show off as an attraction, then cover it up. Despite the lackluster service, our drinks and tapas were good.

Quirky little boutique hotel located in the middle of all the action! Check in was a breeze and the…read morerooms are sized perfectly for two people. We had a balcony facing the street, and as others stated, it stays loud well past 3am. So, you might want to request a room that doesn't face the street. The restaurants and bar belonging to the hotel are quaint and always busy, which is a good sign. When you first get here, you have to walk in past the bar to check in on the left hand side before walking into the restaurant. The rates were reasonable and we were within walking distance of all the sights we wanted to visit. Having the Mercado San Miguel literally across the street was one of our favorite things about staying here. I would definitely stay again!

Beautiful and cozy cocktail bar in the heart of Chueca. Carlos the owner will make you feel just…read morelike home. You in the mood of dancing? You're in the right place. The music is fun, the bar is beautiful and you'll meet the friendliest people in Madrid.

We stopped by this rooftop early on a Saturday evening. We were seated close to the edge…read moreoverlooking the city and enjoyed the music playing and grown up vibe.

on the right night / this spot be bopping!…read more Side note / great spot for a Halloween / or themed happy hour