One of the best places in Madrid to eat Spanish food. I recommend "Emperador a la plancha, pisto,…read moresalmorejo, berenjena rellena, salmon, ensalada de jamon y boquerones fritos!"

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.

Visiting Spain for the first time my family was a little worried because my mom is gluten free. Not…read moreby choice but truly has an allergy so making sure things are gluten free seemed like a tough challenge. Well let me tell you it's not!! I am so impressed by Spain and their dedication to people with celiacs disease. Our waiter was very friendly and worked with us as we tried to ask questions in Spanglish. He recommended a few items to try so we did. The entire menu is gluten free so no worry of cross-contamination. They even have gluten free cervesa! As tourists we wanted to get a few dishes to share so we can try the most at each meal. Well the croquettas were a huge hit! They are a chewy delight and I highly recommend them. We also got patatas which were really good, I have no idea what was in the red sauce besides maybe some familiar spices, but that didn't matter.. it was muy bien! Lastly we got gnocchi, the white sauce was really good, especially to dip your bread in. Overall such a nice place for a few tapas and if you're in Spain with a gluten allergy this is a great place to check out!

We stopped by on a recommendation from a friend working at the Melia Castilla. Wow...the owner…read moregreeted us and made some fabulous suggestions. We started out with the the fresh bread which was a real hit, this went well with the fabulous garlic soup and Pulpo we ordered which was prepared Galician style...excellent! Next we had the Lamb Chops, very tasty and tender. I cannot remember the name of the dessert, but it was out of this world!!! A real gem of an establishment, we will be back the next time we are in Madrid.

Very short walk from the Melia Castilla. Delicious Pulpo de La Gallega, garlic soup, lamb chops and…read moresome of the best chorizo sausage Links I've ever had. Service was great we sat underneath the heat lamp outside in those temporary type structures but it was perfect.

Calidad-cantidad de comida para compartir estaba muy buena (cenamos con amigo mío, compañero del…read moretrabajo) con precio bastante razonable. Y taberna con sus adornos-cosas de antigüedad ofrece un ambiento muy agradable e intimo de verdad.

Yes, it is that good…read more Yes, you should definitely make reservations. Yes, you should get the mussels. Yes, please save room for desserts. Cannot wait to come back.

Traveling in Madrid alone, I wanted to treat myself to a good authentic Spanish meal and this place…read moreseemed to fit the bill. After doing some research, I found this place offered traditional Spanish tapas with a modern flair. I stopped in late, around 11pm but the place was lively. I loved the modern decor and would recommend this spot to tourists and locals alike! For dinner, I started with the "Alubia negra de Gernika con chorizo y piparras" which was a red soup with black beans and sausage. It was very tasty with the bread that was served warm with my meal. Afterwards, I got the "Albóndigas de Buy Carbonara con Guanciale, pecorino rallado y yema de huevo" - which were some of the best Albondigas I have ever tasted. Seriously GET THEM, even if it is just to share. They were so good I wanted to go back the next night and get them again. This would be a great date night spot or place to celebrate a birthday. The staff was extremely professional and help (they suggested I order a 1/4 portion of the soup because of the size, which was very helpful). LaKsa was pricey but I think the cost matched the experience. If I have the chance, I will definitely come back.

We absolutely love this little gem. Service is great, food is delicious and fresh, and the ambiance…read moreis warm and inviting. My bf and I came and tried the Hambriento breakfast (pictures are attached), cafe con leche, and orange juice and paid less than $20 USD. Such a deal! Will be back for the fresh baked goodies.

I've been coming here twice a week for months now and I have yet to have a bad experience…read more The staff is very attentive and exceedingly patient (asides from myself, I've heard many other English speakers in this cafe even though it's outside the center and the staff is always kind and patient with broken Spanish). Even when it's crazy busy ive never had to wait long to put in an order or pay. The coffee is great and cheap and so are the pastries (the empanadilla de manzana is a personal favorite). If you're here for breakfast, I highly recommend the banana-espresso bread. I'm very much blessed to have this place to close to my apartment!!! It's amazing.

Wonderful cozy atmosphere and incredible food! We spent over a week in Spain exploring Madrid and…read moreSan Sebastian, and this restaurant hands down was the best. The menu has creative takes on classics in the area, as well as amazing original dishes. Also an impressive wine selection! Make time to visit this spot! It was full both times we went (yes, we went twice!), so be sure to get a reservation if you can.

Food here is absolutely incredible. Every plate crafted marvelously. What makes the food even…read morebetter with the attentive staff. The owner Javier is extremely proud of his dishes and eager to share them with anybody that walks through the door. He was able to explain the dishes and hold conversation with me in English as well. It's a smaller restaurant but that only increases their ability to personalize your experience and attend to your every need. It's truly a hidden gem that provides one of the greatest dining experiences I've had in Madrid.

Fantastic food. Every dish is a great fusion creation. Very well done. Very reasonable prices,…read moregood drinks and great staff.

First time in Madrid - this place had a great vibe and atmosphere! Our waiter was quite helpful and…read morefriendly and made us feel welcomed Started off with drinks - margarita & Bloody Mary which were both decent. I personally preferred the margarita over the Bloody Mary as it tasted overwhelmingly of tomato juice (and little of anything else) Food - La bomba is meat (beef, pork) filled potato and it was yummy, probably my fave of all the tapas we tried. Chicken dumplings had a nice crisp and nice sauce but taste was just OK. Tacos were quite good! Nice flavor and creative presentation with the sauce in the pipette for you to pour. Lastly was the salad made of fresh arugula, beets, tomatoes, peppers - a great end to the "meal" and ironically was the warmest thing we got. Other tapas served lukewarm.