I really enjoy empanadas so my review is likely already biased. The offerings at Malvon are almost…read moreoverwhelming - how does one stomach decide when there's over a dozen different empanadas to choose from? :O It's like analysis paralysis. So our group had to divide and conquer. I especially appreciate (I think it's genius too) that Malvon bakes the name of the empanada directly into the dough so there's no confusion when you order a box of mix and match. They have combo meals where you can choose 2 empanadas and a drink. It may not sound like much but Malvon's filling is substantive so it's a sizable snack or medium size meal.

The empanadas were AMAZING. Tastes exactly like what you order and are heated before being given to…read moreyou. The place is super cute but only has two stools, so if you go either plan on standing or finding somewhere else to sit. But let me say again... BEST FOOD.

Great tapas and Spanish food. Full menu with all the must have dishes. The chipirones were…read moreespecially great. Friendly service.

We truly enjoy this very popular Galician tapas place! I recommend making reservations. We have…read moretaken friends here and loved every dish. Our faves: * Ropa Vieja - my son's fave - he almost didn't share this cuban style shredded beef * Bacalao confitado - creamy and decadent * Prawn Risotto - yummmm * Pimientos de Padron - mild and reminds me of shishito peppers * Pulpo a la plancha - Grilled octopus Next time I plan to try the Paella de Mariscos...

Really enjoyed Mercado de San Miguel, even if it's the more touristy food market in Madrid. Came…read morelater in the evening. Must gets include - jamón ibérico from Puesto Carrasco Ibéricos - olives and vermut from The Hour of the Vermouth - wine from Pinkleton & Wine - codfish from La Casa del Bacalao There's also a Spanish omelet vendor but it was okay. Great energy in the market. Can be difficult to find a seat at a table but there's plenty of standing counters along the perimeter.

Gee, how do I put this diplomatically? OK, I can't. I hated it from the moment Jamie W and I tried…read moreto walk through the front door. We had just strolled from Plaza Mayor on a Monday afternoon at 4:30PM. It was completely packed like an indoor version of The Great Migration in really slow motion. We could hardly see any of the food much less be able to order anything or even less, find any place to eat it. Through the masses, I could tell it was a high-end gourmet hall, and apparently over thirty vendors do business here. I saw maybe two. Come at 10AM if you have any interest in trying the food here. The cacophonous late afternoon anarchy made us lose our appetites. If you think my assessment is unfair, I suggest you march off the cliff with the rest of the Instagram lemmings. RELATED - Exploring Madrid? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/Q4Qey2-qmW

Great quick place to stop by and grab a quick bite to eat…read more You can be in and out in less than 5 minutes. The place is small and strictly 'to-go'. Food is fresh and tasty. They only have a few items, which basically range from a small ham and cheese sandwich and a large ham and cheese sandwich. Lol. (Kidding, they also have empanadas) But it is definitely delicious, and for under €5 each, is not a bad spot.

Quick snack with the best jamón! Such a small space on Gran Via. It gets busy and the line starts…read moreout the door usually. Reasonable pricing and fresh, they'll heat up the sandwich for you. Can't beat it!

Where should I start. It is a great experience. They are so friendly that you think you are having…read moredinner at your grand ma. The quality of food is so good. If you are looking for fancy, this is not your match- if you are looking for an experience, then it is definitely the place to go.

It was late one evening during my trip to Spain and I was tired. Tired from walking around all day…read moreand very tired of seeing all the same tapas at every single restaurant I went to. That's when I enlisted the help of this nifty website called Yelp and looked for the best places to eat in Madrid. After perusing the list of the top spots for a while, Casa Federica stood out to me because of its unique menu offerings. I wanted something different, and here this place was, waving its hands in the air, saying: "Bring me, your tired, your tapas frustration!" So I headed over and boy, was I pleased. My sister and I sat inside this cute little place and were helped by one of the friendliest guys who didn't mind explaining the menu to us or making suggestions on what to eat. We started with the spinach buñuelos and ordered the chicken with a gravy sauce as well as a pumpkin and cheese empanada. The buñuelos were honestly one of the best things I have ever eaten. They were very lightly fried but the spinach mix was amazing and so unique that it's hard to describe it. They didn't taste like gross spinach, but they were delicious and soft. The empanada was also a hit. Even though the menu says "pumpkin and cheese," the empanada was more pumpkin than cheese which was nice because I really love pumpkin. The bread wasn't too doughy and it was a good size to split between me and my sister. The chicken dish, which we ordered as our main meal, was amazing. Now, Spain is full of jamón so finding chicken anywhere is a daunting task, and finding chicken that's actually good is even more difficult. However, the chicken at Casa Federica was amazing. The gravy-like sauce on top of it was perfect and not too salty but just savory enough to satisfy. The combination of friendly service, ambiance and food gives this place five stars. It was a welcome reprieve from the standard Spanish fare and an experience I enjoyed a lot.

The service was excellent!!! And considering that it's really a small place the hustle on the…read morewaiters was on point! The food was delicious and we went twice during our trip! I didn't take pictures of the other dishes - I'm an idiot I was so hungry I devoured the paella and the Ropa Vieja, (phenomenal) plus the and hubby got the pork medallions with the moscatel sauce. WOWzah! All of it was amazing PLUS fresh housemade bread. I highly recommend trying the vermouth with an orange slice. Soooo good! 10/10 wish I took pictures of the other dishes!

Well worth the taxi ride from our hotel on Gran Via, with outstanding food (and reasonable prices),…read morefast and friendly service and a local vibe that pulls it all together. So good that we will likely go back tonight. Go... you won't regret it!

La Mallorquina is one of the best places to grab something sweet treat in Madrid. From cakes to…read morechocolate, you'll be amazed at their selection. It was a hot day so I opted for an iced cafe con leche. And oh my, my, my! It was the first time I tried one. It was so good. I highly recommend an iced cafe con leche from La Mallorquina. What a treat!

Do yourself a favor and stop here for torrija. I would recommend taking it to go or seeing if you…read morecan snag a spot upstairs. This place gets busy and packed and was hectic when we stopped in. The torrija was one of, if not the best one we had while in Madrid. The service was quick and friendly at the to go counter for me.

Highly recommend this place!! They have so many types of flavors and pretty authentic. My…read moreArgentinian friends took me here and it was delicious. It's a grab and go kind of place but when you get home, pop it in the toaster oven for a few minutes and it's all good.

I cannot recommend enough. Fairly new, so don't let lack of reviews scare you. Incredible food, the…read morenicest staff, gave us free medialunas after our meal. 10/10 recommende.

There is a line at the door before they open...for a reason. Puerto Ricans know cod. We've had it…read moremost of our lives; bacalao salad over white rice is an absolute delicacy. So when I read that the cod here was a favorite with LOCALS, I had to try it. You can sit inside or out, but you can purchase right at the front entrance for take away. If you want to sit at the back, pay attention when the door opens - go to the left and find the waiter who will direct you to the back. Orders are taken and delivered quickly here. I ordered two pieces, some bread, and a small beer. Also, mineral water. What came out to less than 11 euros bought me "melt in your mouth" cod. I mean when I say, THE BEST I have ever had. You'll see...if you're lucky. Highly recommend...

Historic restaurant in the heart of a tourist heavy section. Don't skip this one, many locals come…read morehere because of its authenticity. We had croquetas and the empanada looking things. Beef on tap was delicious and cheap. It gets busy quick but a must visit near Puerta Del Sol.

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.