Feels like a hole in the wall but old restaurant. You are seated first come first served. No…read morereservations. The restaurant does accommodate 50+ people. We order Paella, which was awesome. The Calamari came with small side salad. I liked the Salad better than Frued Calamarri. Tasted like any other. But in the end it is totally worth your while to try . You will enjoy .

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.

bAravaca Well I have…read moreto write an English review for bAravaca. When i searched for resturants and bars in the area there was not one English review. When I arrived in the small city just outside of Madrid and close to the AC hotel I was looking for a quick bite to eat. The hotel was unhelpful so I took a quick walk outside the hotel and found bArvaca. A nice sized inside and outside bar and Resturant. The staff was friendly and helpful. Given my Spanish is a bit rusty they pointed out a few if their favorites. I tried the mini hamburger sliders, they were excellent and the Red fish. The red fish was a bit over cooked but very tasty non the less. The staff is nice and accommodating. I highly recommend if you are in the area or staying at the AC hotel which has by far the worst food. I went there the next night and it was very good again. Great wine as well!

Great restaurant with excellent service and great food. I'm visiting with couple Spanish friends…read moreand they gave two thumbs up especially for their Spanish dishes!

I am judicious with five-star ratings. This place was perfect for a Gringo's last dinner in Spain…read moreafter a bacchanalian, meat-filled romp through Iberia. The menu features some MASSIVE salads, each one enough for two hungry Gringos. The service was impeccible, even by North American standards.

Incredible staff. Cocktails made to perfection. Mornings start w cappuccinos made on a Victoria 3…read moregroup, barista took his time to really craft. Chef Curzio in the eve delivers tender pasta with truffle shaved table side. Beef tenders cooked a perfect rare medium to follow. I hurt myself. I've been here 3 times in 3 days. Best food and service of my entire stay.

From the owner: OVO es el Italiano del barrio. Un restaurante cercano y acogedor, práctico y accesible, donde los…read moretrabajadores del barrio y las familias residentes en la zona, encuentran un plato para cada uno de ellos, de una cocina italomediterranea para todos los días, así como para disfrutar en el restaurante y en casa.

After sightseeing all day we came in for a very late lunch. From reviews I read I wanted to try the…read moremix paella since it's one of the best in Madrid. We were seated by the table near the window and ordered right away since we knew what we wanted. My friend and I split the mixed paella which comes with shrimp, calamari, crawfish, chicken and sausage. We also ordered two big glasses of the sangria. The paella took about 45 mins to make since all the paellas are made to order. While we were waiting we were sipping on our sangrias which were delicious! The only thing was that it was a bit too sweet for me and I could taste the grains of sugar at the bottom of my glass. The paella finally came and it was a beautiful site to see ! So colorful with the different elements in the dish. The rice was cooked perfectly and everything was seasoned well. It was a bit oily though when you scrape the bottom of the pan to get all the rice but it was delicious!!! During out meal the owner and our waiter has a disagreement about something and were yelling at each other across the restaurant. Kind of disrupted our dining atmosphere but overall the food was good and our service was good. Def. Recommend this place to anyone who wants a good plate of paella and glass of sangria!

The staff were incredibly friendly to our family. They made good suggestions for food choices the…read morekids would like. The food came out hot and quickly. I appreciated their use of ripe veggies- avocado in particular- for many of their starters. The seafood paella had a generous portion of shrimp/langostino and calamari. For dessert they offered natural ice cream served inside its own fruit. Wonderful place!

Came here for a delicious and leisurely lunch. The grilled squid with caramelized onions and squid…read moreink was a fantastic starter; the squid was not too chewy, and the saltines paired very well with the sweet onions. The grilled Iberian "secreto" was tender and juicy and flavorful. The paella had plenty of squid, prawn, clams, and mussels, and the rice itself had a very strong (in a good way) seafood aroma. The waiters are friendly, and you are not rushed through the meal. Highly recommend.

La Mi Venta is a small, warm family restaurant tucked away on a quiet side street in Madrid, and it…read moreturned out to be a wonderful surprise. We hadn't planned on eating there but decided to drop in. The interior is cozy and inviting, while outdoor seating is available if you prefer to dine al fresco (though it can get a bit windy outside). In fact, our water glass toppled over with one gust of wind. Reservations are recommended, as the place seems popular. The menu features a wide variety of traditional Spanish dishes, and everything we tried was delicious. Our T-bone steak arrived perfectly cooked, served with grilled peppers and sliced golden potatoes, it was simple, flavorful, and satisfying. The squid was also very good, but the standout dish was the asparagus in tempura with almond mayonnaise. Perfectly fried and incredibly light, it was absolutely outstanding. Another highlight was the homemade Iberian ham croquettes served with candied pepper sauce which were creamy and rich on the inside with a delicate crisp on the outside and a wonderful balance of flavor. To accompany the meal, we enjoyed a few glasses of Rioja Azpilicueta Crianza (Tempranillo, Graciano, and Mazuelo, 12 months aging, 2021). It was a bit on the dry side, but helped take the edge off the chilly wind while we sat outside enjoying a late lunch. The staff were friendly and accommodating, even indulging my enthusiasm for photographing the slicing of the Iberian ham. All in all, La Mi Venta delivered a fantastic, authentic Spanish dining experience with great food, good wine, and welcoming service in a charming setting. Definitely worth a visit if you're in Madrid.

Taking an early morning stroll in Madrid and we casually pass by La Merendona. Attracted by their…read morebaked goods in the window, we decided to give them a try. Love the quaint yet chic & modern decor. The owner was there the day we visited and was so friendly. She explained some of the menu items we were unfamiliar with. Their coffee and small bites were phenomenal! You could tell everything was made fresh and with quality ingredients. Next time we visit Madrid we'll be stopping by here again!

05/26/18 Awakened early to start the day and we couldn't…read morefind any place that was open to grab breakfast. We stumbled across this gem that was one of few opening at 9:30am. So glad that we found it because the everything was amazing. A small coffee & dessert shop that's very unique with an urban but home-like feeling. The owner was there to open and speaks English so that really made it comfortable for us to select what to eat. She gave us her recommendations on what to try being that you couldn't visually see what was inside most of the pastry items and the menu was in Spanish. I assume that it isn't a dog friendly venue...one of the patrons sat their dog outside while they enjoyed coffee. Their selections of pastries are endless; From cakes, to donuts, tarts, quiches, meat pies, meat empanadas, etc. I'm sad that I didn't try any of the sweets, but I did order the smoked salmon & queso cream cheese sandwhich, along with their puff pastry of spinach (my favorite) & beef & chicken empanadas. Light & small but shareable as my girlfriend and I enjoyed every last bite & toasted with a cup of coffee!

This is coming from a person who's lived in Texas most of her life: the tacos were so good!! The…read moresalsa paired so nicely with it too and it's not crazy spicy. We also ordered the quesadilla and it was good but if I could go back in time I would get more tacos for sure. The service was so quick. It took less than five minutes to get our food. The ambiance is fun and lively, very colorful and spacious. We were very fortunate to not wait in a line when we came. I would've gone to eat a second time there if I wasn't so full. Sooo good!

Came here for lunch around 2pm and had some great tacos and quesadillas! Although the line was…read morelong, it moved very, very quickly. We were also served very quickly and were seated at a table in the well-decorated interior. Prices are extremely reasonable (you can get tacos plus drinks for under 10 euro). The gringa quesadilla was the star of the show for me! Super filling and they put lots of meat inside. My friends got the mango margaritas for 5 euro and loved them. Overall: great spot for yummy tacos, quesadillas, and drinks all while being affordable and in the middle of Sol

Visited the summer of 2016 The Tapas were all wonderful…read more We had no issues with the staff when it came to ordering Gluten Free tapas The restaurant is cozy with the eclectic charm if it's own

It was good. Tons of food for the price, gluten-free beer…read moreand across the street from free parking at the train station. Good people watching and the outside patio lends itself to families bringing their kids (and dogs!).