Went for the cheesecake. Delish. Cute and quaint bohemian vibe, perfect cool down after tapas. No…read morecuppos sangria but the red wine with limon and vermouth tasted in the ballpark. Ill be back.

I had the tuna belly with the croissant and it was delicious…read more My friend order the Arctic salmon sandwich and enjoyed it very much. The cafe is really cute and cozy. Service was OK, people were a little rude. We had one issue with the waitress, she never asked us if we wanted to be charged Euros vs US dollars. When asked her about it, she rudely said that is not her problem and it was our problem with the bank. I didn't expect such a response. It could of easily been voided and do over.

If you're looking to escape the crowds and enjoy breakfast somewhere that feels genuinely local,…read moreSanta Eulalia Patisserie is a fantastic find. Just a short walk from our hotel, this bakery and café has a quiet, understated entrance that opens into a surprisingly spacious interior. The design is what really caught my attention. Think soaring industrial ceilings, exposed brick walls, warm wood finishes, and steel accents that blend beautifully with the building's historic character. One of the coolest details is the glass floor section that lets you peek into the original foundations below, giving the space a unique sense of history without feeling like a museum. The pastry selection is excellent, with everything from classic croissants to beautifully made palmeras, cookies, cakes, and artisan breads. I was craving something sweet, so I went for the palmera, which was buttery, flaky, and just sweet enough. We also ordered the Ibérico ham sandwich, simple but made with fantastic bread and quality ingredients, plus a rich, thick Spanish hot chocolate that was perfect for a slow morning. Beyond pastries, they also serve a full breakfast menu, so it's a great spot whether you're after coffee and a pastry or something more substantial. There are plenty of tables, so it never felt cramped, and there's a dedicated coffee bar where the drinks are prepared. The servers were relaxed and friendly, giving the place an easygoing neighborhood vibe rather than the rushed atmosphere you find in many tourist cafés. If you appreciate beautiful spaces, artisan baking, and discovering places that locals actually visit, Santa Eulalia Patisserie is definitely worth adding to your Madrid breakfast list. It's one of those hidden gems that makes you feel like you've stumbled onto something special.

It is funny, several months later, one of the last reviews I have to write for a trip that was now…read moreseveral months ago... one of the first places I stopped that trip, on our way to Portugal by way of an intentionally several day long "layover" in Madrid. I'm not normally a breakfast person, but, well, a lot changes when I'm on vacation, especially in cities so known for their food, and more specifically, their coffee and pastries. They do have a slightly confusing system for ordering - at least when I was there, the pastries are in the front and ordered individually from there, like a bakery, but if you're getting drinks to drink there, you have to sit down and wait for a waiter, then if you're getting both, get up again to buy pastries, which they will then put on your open tab. Thankfully, everyone spoke perfect English, so it was an easy enough explanation and process - still a bit weird though. And we still got our coffee orders in like 3 minutes. Coffee-wise, we tried their fancy "Dubai matcha latte", which was... very good, super flavorful, just slightly sweet (it came with a sugar packet if you wanted it sweeter, which it definitely didn't need to be.) Not sure it justified, to me personally, being so much more expensive than all the extremely affordable, less "specialty" drinks, but it was very good. Also a "bombon", a drink word I also learned that day, and then was sad when I didn't see it on the menus at any of the other coffee shops I stopped at, because it was quite good, and, again, also quite cheap. *Super* sweet, obviously, but great. (I was amused that that one *also* came with a sugar packet, which it *definitely* didn't need.) I also tried their chocolate croissant, which, yeah, wonderful. Their pastries are a bit pricier than the coffee drinks, but the croissant melts in your mouth, great chocolate, tons of it, and not, as is often the case with otherwise good chocolate croissants, only in the center. Chocolate actually everywhere. A great croissant. Would definitely be back here often, if I weren't thousands of miles away, normally.

Great stop for a very good cocktail ! Had an espresso martini- very well done. Cool comfortable…read morevibe inside with low lights and small tables. Went at 7:30 and it was nice and quiet. No tapas but great drinks!

Great craft cocktails, the bartenders take great care in making great beautiful drinks. Sit at the…read morebar or a table. Nice end to an evening at Mercado de San Miguel.

Anti-touristica... Slightly Tropical…read more.. Definitely Hipster... Vibrant... Shabby Chic! Steady soundtrack of Brasilian grooves. This hidden gem near Opera is serving up the freshest true cocktails in Centro. They're also giving you fun tapas like popcorn & candies with each round. Each drink will run you about €8.

This is a pretty cool cafe near Opera. Walk inside and you'll be struck by the blue walls, plain…read moreand tile. Each level and room has its own unique vibe. They specialize in drinks, so I hope you're thirsty for smoothies, cocktails, beers, juices, coffees and more. My friends and I did a mix. I enjoyed my maracuya smoothies while others drank their beer and ate the provided small snacks. Cozy for any group size. Watch out! Comfortable chairs lead to making out as demonstrated by other patrons.

I absolutely loved the coffee selection at Toma Café! They had a little bit of everything. I didn't…read moresee what food options they had, but the cake looked good! What I ordered: I got a small chai latte. It was delicious! The price was good too. The vibe of this place was very chill. It was loud at some points (I was there at 6 on a Wednesday night) so I wouldn't recommend studying there at night. A great place to hang out!

We were staying down the street from Toma, and what a treat. We only had coffee (twice), but it was…read morefantastic! Highly recommend.

Both my wife and I agreed this local coffee shop served us the best coffee we had while in Spain…read more I enjoyed an espresso that fruity and mildly robust. Think Illy, but much better. When I inquired, it turned out the beans were from a small farm in Uganda. My wife enjoyed her coffee with milk, oddly I was so satisfied with the espresso I didn't try hers. Those beans were from a small farm in Columbia. The cardamom and fig gluten free coffee cake was also good. Service was great and we were able to sit and talk.

If you need a Gluten Free option, this is the place. Most of their menu is designed for GF…read moreindividuals, and it is all delicious! Although there are several great items to choose from, my favorite is the Salty Waffle ... which came with a poached egg, bacon, and avocado. So fresh and tasty! And the staff was so kind and friendly. It was truly a joy to come here regularly for our breakfast.

Came here on a Saturday morning around 10am and it was quite busy but still room for one to sit…read moreimmediately. I ordered the server's favorite egg dish - mushroom & it did not disappoint. Creamy and cheesy & delicious. Also ordered a cafe con leche which was perfect. Service was quick, food was delicious. Would recommend!

Plenti was among our favorite soots in Madrid. We went for breakfast to a small but warm and…read morebustling dining room. The staff was awesome. They do several baled egg dishes and my shakshuka was delicious. The coffee was amazing as well. This felt like an awesome neighborhood spot. Highly recommend!

I went to the location at Baja de San Pablo 51. Almost missed walking right by the cafe. It's…read morenondescript inside, with industrial decor. Stay for the drinks which are the real winner here. The iced banana latte is made with strong and flavorful coffee, with a caramelized bit of banana on top. My daughter had the Spanish sea salt latte which was also very good. Bakery items and sandwiches are also available for purchase. I settled on the avocado toast with some sprinkle of spices that I cannot recall. It was tasty. The tables nearby ordered dessert items like cheesecake and strawberry shortcake that looked delicious. Perfect spot for some delicious coffee, a place to chat and chill. Service was fast and friendly. They even spoke English. Order and pay at the register and then the food and drinks are brought to your table.

Very cute and quiet coffee/cake spot. I happened to walk past this place on my first day of my trip…read moreto Madrid, where I saw the cakes through the window and could smell the coffee aroma. I returned a few days later, and it did not disappoint! The pistachio cheesecake was creamy without being too sweet, and the hojicha latte had a nice nutty flavor to it. Overall, the ambience is quiet, but you can still chat. The WiFi is good as well.

For the first four days, we stayed at an apartment in the same building, and this cafe was a LIFE…read moreSAVER. But first off, hats of to Javier! The server here who works day and night, and such a sweetheart! He made the experience 100% The espresso is delicious, and the food is great, but the best part... The people watching. Get a cuppa or two, and just relax and watch the endless parade of people going by. You won't regret it!

Tostada de Cherry (Open cherry tomato toast), cafe Frappe, fruit yogurt were excellent! The people…read morewere very nice, giving my wife extra Frappe beyond what I ordered for myself. It's conveniently located a few steps out of the Royal Palace and gave us a shelter to replenish in a hot, 100+ , afternoon after visiting the palace.

This place is so cute and has great coffee and pastries. The staff was also nice. I got the café…read moremarrochino and the coffee cake