Stumbled upon Vinoteca Tierra by mistake and couldn't have been happier! The nice lady who was…read moreworking made some recommendations and let us try a couple of wines before we found one we LOVED. Ended up buying 2 more bottles to bring home. Great value and great place.

Angelita Madrid, tucked into the city's cozy Chueca neighborhood, is the shared invention of…read morevisionary restaurateurs David and Mario Villalón. Its cocktail venue is one of Madrid's most subtly invigorating places to drink. In a restaurant scene that is constantly reinventing itself, 'Angelita' doesn't chase trends. It defines its own universe. Finding the bar is part of the experience. Entering through the dining area upstairs, one is guided down an almost secret staircase to what might be called, Center Stage. This is where cocktail magic unfolds in a profound yet personal way. Instantly the house lights soften. A cacophony of curiously muddled voices rises and falls in palpable anticipation of what comes next. In a comfy blend of separate yet united, the bar and restaurant deserve their own spotlights. The menus evolve constantly. Angelita's wine list can reach five hundred bottles. The motif is as thoughtful, expansive, and provocative as the impeccable dishes with which it is paired. Oh, the food! So worthy of distinction, yet we will save it for another review. In the meantime, cherish a seat at the bar. It offers the most captivating view in the house: front-row access to the choreography behind the counter. For it is here where libation artists distill genius from wildly enchanting ingredients. Rather than relying on commercial bottles, Angelita cures and concocts its own spirits and infusions. Many elements are harvested from the family farm. They are rendered, blended, mixed, and tuned in exacting ways as much akin to science labs as gourmet kitchens. Fresh-milled breadworks, savory almonds, fragrant herbs, just-pulled vegetables, and hypnotic botanicals are part of the alchemy. Nothing is off limits if it adds texture, depth, or aroma. The room reinforces this point. Angelita's bar is assembled with a mad scientist's mindset: shelves lined with labeled jars of organic infusions; stainless-steel work surfaces burnished to a mirror-sheen; precision tools that appear to be of surgical grade; and beakers with rubber tubing. And then there is the centerpiece: a rotary evaporator, or "Rotovap", replete with condenser and flask. It is a serious instrument of culinary crafting that signals exactly what Angelita intends: Precision Perfection. The device allows distillation under vacuum at very low temperatures. In practice, this means Angelita can capture and condense fragile aromatics. Citrus peel. Basil. Rustic spices. Floral notes. All without cooking them into acidic bitterness or diluted dullness. What ends up in the glass is absolutely clean, vivid, and true to the original ingredients. Think: flavor in hi-def. Such standards carry through to presentation. The bar serves no ice in any of its drinks. Rather, cocktails arrive in exquisitely chilled glassware to avoid watering-down their preciously procured ingredients. Everything is measured on a digital scale, not rushed through casual pours and bar jiggers. Each offering is intentional. Deliberate. Repeatable. Yet nothing feels clinical because the result is raw and primal pleasure. After the first sip an all-sensory message is received loud and clear: 'This isn't an ordinary cocktail bar.' Angelita's drinks are born on the family farm, expertly developed in a working lab, and refined out in the open for all to witness and savor. Come ready to be mesmerized. Techniques will marvel. Flavors will enchant. Senses will exalt. At Angelita, craft meets captivation as mixologists explain the science that elevates liquid to Life.

Such a wonderful experience! Great food, great cocktails and great service. I have to give them a…read moreshout out as it's the first time I've truly had craft cocktails and I've been in Europe since 9/5, bouncing between countries. Now ,for the facts. There's a stuffy restaurant upstairs and an awesome speakeasy downstairs where you can get great cocktails and food. Granted it's a smaller menu than what's offered upstairs, but was fine on my solo visit. They also have a private dining room called the Hibiki that can be booked for parties of 6-10 and offer the full menu, including a chef's menu with wine or cocktail pairings. Wowed!!! Shout out to Victor and his crew for the 411 and a great experience.

Reseña en ingles y español…read more Tinto y tapas was the perfect place to stop in for a mid-day snack (or lunch) after touring the museums all morning. We arrived when they opened at 1:00pm. Within 15 minutes all the tables were full. Our servers were nice and attentive. I was happy that there were multiple vegetarian tapas to choose from (which are hard to find in Madrid). We ordered a spinach and ricotta empanada, a sweet onion and cheese empanada, and a Margherita pizza. Everything was delicious. The pizza was excellent. We couldn't finish everything. We left full and happy. Tinto y tapas era el lugar perfecto para parar a tomar un tentempié (o almuerzo) al mediodía después de recorrer los museos toda la mañana. Llegamos cuando abrieron a la 13:00. En 15 minutos todas las mesas estaban llenas. Nuestros servidores fueron amables y atentos. Me alegró que hubiera varias tapas vegetarianas para elegir (que son difíciles de encontrar en Madrid). Pedimos una empanada de espinacas y ricotta, una empanada de cebolla dulce y queso y una pizza Margherita. Todo estuvo delicioso. La pizza era excelente. No pudimos terminar todo. Salimos llenos y felices.

Stopped by for lunch today. We ordered the chicken curry toast and meat and spinach and ricotta…read moreempanadas. We also got two glasses of sangria which were served in generous portions. The chicken curry toast was flavorful and the slice of bread it was spread on was perfectly crispy. The empanadas were both delicious and perfectly spiced but I do wish they could have been warmer, especially the one with cheese. The server was very nice and attentive.

Must visit if only to meet Vicente Fernandez!…read more Friendly staff, great drinks, great appetizers, great ambiance, great vibe. Perfect place to end the night.

While visiting my daughter in Madrid, she took us to this little quaint tapas bar for lunch. A very…read moresmall and cozy place. Server was friendly and efficient. Took our order within 5 minutes. We had the jamon platter, veal meatballs, and tortilla. Food was good overall. I highly recommend the meatballs.

Tucked in a side street off the Plaza de Cibeles in the posh Salamanca neighborhood is Las…read moreCarboneras de Lu. Your first experience upon entering this restaurant is that you walk on glass looking down on the tables below. You are literally going to have a heavenly gastronomic experience. The entry of the restaurant is stacked with a plethora of regional Madrid wines. It is a testament to the husband and wife team that own the restaurant, a sommelier and chef, respectively. They give homage to the adage that the best wines are paired with the corresponding local food. Hence Chianti with pasta. We went to check in, but the hostess was in the phone and did not acknowledge us and in fact had her back to us the entire time. Her colleague checked us in. The hostess then got off the phone and attended to a pair of traveling oafs. The poor pair couldn't tell the difference between aGrenache, pouilly fuisee or a Riesling. Nonetheless the hostess poured attention on them, like pearls to pigs. I laughed when the oafs picked a 14euro wine. They began sitting us when she interrupted the gentleman saying the oafs were next. We interrupted her and stated that in fact no, we were next. You descend a staircase down into the restaurant. The walls are exposed brick that according to our waiter were pressure washed for over a month to remove the white paint that had defiled them. We were presented with a bread basket that contained a huge assortment of breads. I ordered the shrimp with wild rice and curry sauce; delectable. The rice was perfect and the shrimp were served perfect and not over cooked. My wife and daughter had the pig dish. My daughters was with white meat and was a solid 5. My wife's meat was from the ear portion of the pig and was loaded with bones. The dessert was a chocolate mouse with violet ice cream. This concoction is worth a trip to this restaurant, even to Madrid! I would walk the St James trail for this ice cream. Service: Michelin quality with the exception of the hostess. Food: great but for the selection of meat for my wife. Ambiance: nothing to be ashamed of. Come to this restaurant for an authentic Madrid experience sans the touristy menu and ad nauseam paella.

This is a great restaurant in every respect. Creative and delicious menu, reasonable and diverse…read morewine list, and most gracious hospitality. Whenever we go to Madrid, this is a must visit. Looking forward to our next visit.

If you like sherry, this is your place. It was packed with people around 9 pm on a Friday night…read more We bellied up to the bar, and asked the bartender what was good. He asked whether we liked soft or strong. We said strong (of course!) and ordered two glasses of the Amontillado (like in the Poe story, but not!). It was promptly delivered with a small complimentary bowl of green olives. We also ordered two of the anchovy on toast tapas (one of the best things I've had in Madrid so far), and a chorizo tapa with small crackers. Of course, we had to order another Amontillado to wash it down. All of this set us back only 16.60 euros, which is about the cost of one glass of wine back home in West LA. Not bad. Then it was off in search of garlic shrimp! This is a great little bar, and we plan to visit it again before we leave the city.

If you find yourself in Madrid, do yourself a favor a spend some time here. If it's good enough for…read moreDon Ernesto, it's good enough for you. If you're a lover of good sherry and atmosphere. No pretention, only great sherry!

Let me tell you a story of a lovely evening. You pick up your lady after a long day at work. You…read morego for a long walk in the huge Ritero park enjoying the green, the breeze, the fountains. Walking back on the busy street, you cut one block over to a side street to get away from the traffic noise. A modern, bright, stylish cafe catches your eye. As you study the menu outside, the proprietor comes out to welcome you in. The wine selection is extensive, with varietals to please any pallette. The menu is diverse and skillfully executed. The curry chicken melts in your mouth and the spices dance in your tongue. The fried eggplant perfectly balances salty and sweet, with a perfect crunch and texture. And the black truffle risotto is a delectable sensory experience all its own. At the end of the evening, you walk mere feet away to catch the Ibiza subway station home on the purple line. Or you can elect to stroll the promenade through the park and enjoy the beautiful mix of Spanish architecture in the buildings nearby. This was our experience at S/R tonight. It was amazing. So glad we stumbled upon this gem.

Lovely restaurant! Knowledgeable employees about wine and…read morecheeses. Upscale service and food quality.

This was the first dinner meal my mom and I had in Madrid and let's just say it completely exceeded…read moremy expectations. When we walked in we were welcomed by such warm service! I truly have to highlight Pepe, Franco, and Grace for taking the time to speak to us and get to know us. The food was FANTASTIC. We ordered the seafood paella, jamon iberico, garlic shrimp, and sangria. The paella was filled with a ton of flavor which was DELICIOUS. Everything was fantastic, but the Sangria was spectacular, (probably one of the best sangrias I've ever had). At the end of our meal, Pepe brought us two liquor de Limon shots, which made our whole night!! Definitely recommend this place in the La Latina neighborhood. You won't regret it!

El Sur is a charming little spot in Madrid, tucked right into the wall of a narrow street. The…read morespace is very small and they manage to fit a surprising number of people inside, so you immediately notice how tight the squeeze is. It has that classic bustling tapas bar energy where everyone is close enough to feel like part of one big conversation. The food was the highlight. The clams were flavorful and fresh, the octopus was cooked beautifully and the paella was delicious. It is a great place to stop in for a drink and a quick bite, especially if you want something authentic and lively. When we visited, it was packed to the point where you were shoulder to shoulder with other guests and close enough to easily hear the party next to you. It adds to the charm if you enjoy that classic crowded European dining atmosphere, but it is something to keep in mind if you prefer more space.

Amazing gem full of locals, a less expensive version of Garcia de la Navarra (but not cheap). Was…read moreselected by out concierge and we were very happy. Simple dishes cooked to perfection with seasonal ingredients. Do yourself a favour and skip the menu and order from the specials list... Which is comprised of products from the daily market run. We had green beans, red peppers and eggs and turbot... Sounds simple and it was, but done perfectly.

After traveling for a time throughout Spain and always finding fair prices we let our guard down…read moreand trusted that when we ordered the "house wine", and "daily specials" not on the menu they would be reasonably priced. But we were charged 21 Euros each for bottles of mediocre red wine (Tempranillo that is found throughout Spain for 4 to 15 Euros ). The rest of our meal, sea bass, and a steak were very good but similarly overpriced for the portions and lack of side dishes.

Great wine bar at plaza Mercado. Excellent bartenders with good recommendations to match your…read morepalate. I like that even for a good market, they still use glass wine glasses.

Well-priced glasses wine, tucked back in the corner of the Market hustle and bustle, it is the…read moreideal stop to grab a drink and people watch the hustle and bustle of it all. So many choices, I grabbed a delicious Tempranillo, from a very friendly-even while massively busy, waitress. It was a nice little pit stop.