Vegans rejoice! Fresh, clean, healthy, delicious food in a friendly spot. I prefer plants, aim for…read morewhole food, plant-based, and add seafood and the occasional egg. Let's say dining out in Madrid left me with a kinda monotonous diet. Pura Vida is a no joke vegan place, they even have vegan cheeses! (Which, frankly, I pass on but it's great to have options.) Menu: Pizzas, salads, sandwiches, specials, starters. Staff: friendly and charming. We will be back!

After a long evening of drinking, we needed a casual, late-night meal. We stopped in just after…read more11pm for some pizza. They were totally full when we arrived, and seemed to not want to let us know that there would likely be tables available soon. We asked to do take-out, which they enthusiastically obliged; 3 minutes after we ordered, many tables freed up. Lol. We got a barbacoa pizza and a vegetable pizza (each €14). The pizza came out in about 10 minutes. Both were tasty, especially the vegetable pizza, which had wonderfully marinated vegetables (peppers, zucchini, mushrooms and onions). The barbacoa was nice too, having vegan bacon, corn, and BBQ sauce. Solid spot for vegan pizza and other casual foods but done creatively and with class. Recommended.

Fantastic food, ambiance, and incredibly nice people. My go to spot for fantastic food and really…read moregood desserts. I'm not even vegan. They just have that great of food.

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!

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

A delightful change of pace from the assorted fried foods of choice in the restaurants I'd been…read moresharing with my non vegan friends. The prix fix menu in both English and Spanish was what I needed at the time. But it's the food, right? I chose à creative soup with bread, instead of salad, a rice entree, and a carob cake with chocolate icing. The delicious soup of the day would have been enough, I ate only half, saving room for the wonderful entree. Service was very comfortable and attentive. Off the beaten path, yet easily accessible, I definitely recommend this low key hideaway.

We made a reservation and stopped in for lunch on a hot Sunday afternoon. We were seated at a nice…read moretable by the window. The staff are friendly and really believe in what they are doing. The menu is limited but everything is vegan and the food was very good. All around a great experience.

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!

I don't usually go for vegan but after a week of living almost exclusively on calamare and jamon…read moreiberico I decided I needed veggies so I ordered a Yerbabuena Salad and it did not disappoint. So many flavors: walnuts, avocado, corn, sprouts, berries, and goat cheese just to name a few. I usually need a meat or chicken protein to fill me but the salad was more than enough. There are plenty of other options too. Next time, I think I'll try the veggie and cheese quesadilla. They offer a burger as well. I highly recommend Yerbabuena to anyone looking for a healthy alternative.

This was one of my favorite restaurants in Madrid! I love to see a fully vegan menu and options to…read morechoose. I had a reservation the first visit but realized I didn't need one so I did not do it again on my second visit. The first time I tried the MAD signature burger which was fantastic! I love the sauce on the burger and on the side. The Cajun fries were good although labeling them as Cajun is a stretch. The chicken sandwich was also very good and the sweet potato fries were to perfection. Again great sauce on the sandwich. For all the food with or without the sauce it has flavor which I truly appreciate! The cookies and cream dessert was tasty and kind of reminded me of key lime pie. Service was great as they are quick and very attentive. I like the restaurant vibe and it was not noisy and had a great music. Overall I really enjoyed the food here and would've ate here everyday if I could.

Amazing food, friendly service, a must try for all, but especially vegans! Craft beers and cidar,…read morejuice s for the kids. Large portions, don't be afraid to share.

This is my second time coming here, and both times have been great. The menu is in Spanish, but…read morethey have an English version on their website. 100% vegan restaurant, which is always nice when you're trying to order in a language you don't speak. We ordered the Greek salad and the lacon. The salad was delicious! I think the feta might have been violife, but I've never tried the violife feta so I'm not sure. The dressing on the salad was super good too. This is my first time trying lacon. It felt a little greasy, but it wasn't bad. I think it was just new to me since I didn't grow up eating it. For dessert, we got a brownie sundae! We also mentioned to our server that we had only 45 minutes, and he had our food to us within 5-10 min of ordering! Excellent service! Also worth noting, they use recycled paper napkins.

Great vegan place! Location has changed though so make sure you head to the right place…read more We tried 5 different starters and most of those hit the palette just right! Go there!

Another fantastic vegan spot in surprisingly vegan-friendly Madrid. We stopped her for a leisurely…read morelunch and were impressed by everything we had. We shared the Chickweed, marinated asparagus, breaded artichoke and Romesco sauce appetizer (€9) to start, a wonderfully curated dish with perfectly breaded and fried artichokes (not too oily), impeccably marinated asparagus and some leaves (chickweed), with a fantastic Romesco sauce. Fantastic starter. Then we shared two mains -- the Bolognese Lasagna (€13) and Shimenji Mushooms Long Sandwich (€12.5). The lasagna was extremely decadent, smothered in smoked bechamel sauce -- the inside had seitan, some veggies, a passata (tomato) sauce, and served with some parmesan-like crackers. This was almost a bit too over-the-top, but in small amounts (split between two of us), it worked well. The sandwich was simple but excellent -- wonderfully textured shimenjis carry this dish, along with the vegan garlic mayo, fresh arugula and tomato. The bread was fresh and fluffy too. Very friendly service. Great place to hang out and enjoy a long, leisurely meal. Highly recommended.

This place is amazing! I am not vegan/vegetarian. But I came with a vegan and vegetarian to…read moreaccommodate their dietary needs. And this food is just impeccable. Simple, basic, rich yet complex. I had the menu of the day. For just €12.50. For starters, there was a scramble tofu, just so rich in Delicious seasonings. Then for the main course I had grandma's lentils. Hearty and deep. And the Keylime dessert with a cream made of sunflower oil! The drink was watermelon water with cardamom. Give this place a try!

I honestly think this is the best vegan pizza I've ever had. The crust was thin but it still had…read morethat nice chew to it. Wood fired ovens make the best pizza. They didn't have the pizza I originally wanted (the de la tierra) but this one was pretty good. There wasn't an over an overwhelming amount of vegan cheese which I appreciate. The pizza was good for two people and was quite large. The lady didn't speak much English but she was very friendly. We also ordered their drink of the day which was pineapple and mint! Very refreshing. The raw vegan brownie with ice cream was really good! I was surprised it was raw. I definitely recommend coming here for pizza!

I am all for vegan restaurants in Madrid! This place had so many great options! (So many types of…read morevegan pizza- YES PLEASE.) I believe I got there right as they opened. (My American stomach still craves dinner at 7-8ish.) There was only one other table in the place. The restaurant was rather quiet, even with the music playing. What I ordered: I got the Vietnamese plum rolls. They were topped with bean sprouts and red pepper and came with a spicy asian sauce and a small portion of white rice. The flavor of the rolls was delicious! It didn't taste too fruity. It was more of a savory dish. My only complaint is the rice was still a little hard, but it was bearable. This dish was one of the more expensive ones, but it was worth it!

Food and service is spectacular I will visit the restaurant…read moreevery time I come to Madrid. One in my group was vegan and he loved it also Myself and two others are not vegan and we moved it Meal of the day is a great choice Wine was also great

Yes, my friends, this restaurant exists in Madrid. Their distinctive sign caught my attention two…read morenights ago near Tirso De Molina and I returned there last night. The proprietor spoke a rollicking Spanish accompanied with gestures, so I understood him well enough and followed him to the back. Bypassing the lovely front dining area, I was greeted by a spacious room featuring low seating, bright paintings and ornamentation, and comfortable lighting. I took off my shoes, set them on a shelf, and found a seat to survey the room. There were many decorations, but they didn't clutter. The seats, though low, were quite comfortable. I sat as if I were a lowbent kid inspecting a snail. Yatiri features an a la carte and menu of they day for €11. I went with the latter, ordering Guiso de Lentelas (lentil soup with carrots), Arepa con Berenjena al Graten (arepa topped with eggplant and cheese), and Gelatina de Remolacha (beet jello). The lentils were great, resting at the bottom of their deep bowl. It came with seeded bread, dense, slightly moist. It reminded me of home and my mom's attempted at homemade spelt bread. Then the open faced arepa came. The crunchy corn gave way to a more chewy topping. Dusted with herbs, I enjoyed the eggplant. It was topped with cheese. From the taste, I think it may be faux cheese. The gelatin was the strange one. I didn't know what I ordered and finally looked up remolacha once home. I tried to place the subtle sweetness with that final flavor essence. It makes sense now. Beet! Overall, I had a great time. I want to go back and take some pictures. It seems I found my first blog worthy place in Madrid.