Good food with a very large seating area upstairs and downstairs. Also, this place has what looks…read morelike a great International beer selection and happy hour.

If you are an American looking for an identical version of Chipotle or Tex Mex, then you have come…read moreto the right place. They serve you big portions and the price is affordable. For a beef burrito with a bottle of Aquafina water, I paid around 8.65 Euros. The restaurant is nice and clean with many tables and places to sit and eat or you can take it to go. We are vacationing in Madrid for 3 weeks, and sometimes you want o eat familiar tasty food...and this is it fore sure!!

Intentionally went to Carmencita Bar but because we didn't place a reservation and they were busy,…read morethey sent us to La Gringa a few steps down the street. Same food. Same menu. I thought that was nice since we were able to still enjoy their food despite us not having a reservation at Carmencita. The salmon egg Benedict was okay. The bread was really crunchy and it made cutting through it a little difficult. Salmon was a little salty. The egg and the Hollandaise sauce was cooked perfect. Hash browns has a little onion taste to it. The French toast was overwhelming for me since there was so much syrup and cinnamon topped on there. The eggs was scrambled nicely. Bacon was delicious. Coffee was good, according to the boyfriend. Mimosa was good! (Get that if you go) The staff was good. I would come back.

YUM YUM YUM if you…read moreare living in Madrid or anywhere outside the United States and you miss your typical American Brunch or if you have never been to the United States and want to know what is the typical American Brunch you are all in luck! La Gringa was a delicious all American breakfast and brunch spot with the best in the City. Their eggs benedict are out of this world. Oh and when I was missing the typical breakfast potatoes or tater tots, I will go to this magnificent establishment to devour some. Not only that, after living in Madrid for over a year, I had forgotten what amazing customer service and friendly attendance at the table was. The service here is also excellent. I do recommend la gringa and will likely visit again when I come back to Madrid.

Food was amazing with avocado toast and pancakes. Coffee was delicious! Service was fantastic:)read more

Food was soooo good. I ordered the salon, cream cheese, avocado on a bagel and a chai latte. It was…read moresooo delicious. If in the area, would definitely recommend you stop by and get some coffee. You will not regret it!

Stationed everywhere in Madrid is this fast service restaurant "VIPS" (not to be confused with…read moreV.I.P). I like the cosy sitting arrangements/ segmented booth areas that allow for private conversations. Which is uncommon in the big city where most places have close knitted seating and can be very loud. Also a plus is the free WiFi and you can get work done.

From the owner: Ven a VIPS Orense, en Madrid, y disfruta de los mejores sandwiches, hamburguesas, ensaladas y…read moretortitas en Madrid. En VIPS puedes encontrar platos para cada momento del día: desayuno, brunch, comida, merienda, y cena. Si eres de los que prefieren disfrutar de comida a domicilio, descubre VIPS a domicilio en Madrid y nuestro servicio de comida para recoger. El sitio perfecto para planes con amigos, comidas familiares con menú infantil para niños o para pasar un rato disfrutando de tus platos favoritos mientras navegas con nuestro wifi gratis. ¿Eres de los que usa la funcionalidad restaurantes cerca de mi? ¡Has encontrado tu restaurante cafetería!

When you first walk into this restaurant, you see a very cute, cozy space with a small bar and some…read moreunique/indie decorations throughout. My girlfriend and I had already decided to do the brunch for 14€ and were promptly seated. The brunch begins with either coffee/tea and a orange juice or you can add mimosas or other alcoholic options for an extra charge. I thought the freshly squeezed orange juice was one of the best parts of the meal! I went for a pancake with PB&J for the first course and my girlfriend got a fruit bowl. I thought the pancake was very filling, but the peanut butter tasted like it was from a jar of Jiffy. Next we both decided to get the breakfast burrito for the second course. Again, I thought the food was very filling, and I'm sure it's hard to come by a breakfast burrito in Madrid, but it just didn't wow me. Overall, I think the portions and amount of food you get for 14€ is very good, especially that orange juice! As far as the taste, it is good, but not great. This restaurant is definitely filling a small niche in Madrid and has some hard to come by "American" food, so if you're craving that, this could be your place.

I love it! I visited twice on my five days vacation in Madrid and even though we had to walk quiet…read morea bit - it was worth it. Especially second time was epic! I had a brunch menu with French toast, breakfast burrito, orange juice, latte and a Bloody Mary... it was bloody good! The service was great, the location cosy... I definitely recommend this lovely venue.

Mesón Txistu (pronounced, meh-zan CHEE-stoo) is a Basque-inspired restaurant and Real Madrid…read morehangout of legends, past and present. On any given night you might find yourself rubbing shoulders with both sporting and pop-culture icons. Opening its doors in 1972, the restaurant's see-and-be-seen scene has become Madrid lore. It has become an institution revered for delectable kitchen offerings, a prolific collection of wines, and impeccable service. One of Mesón Txistu's hallowed passageways is lined with a photo galaxy of Real Madrid stars, including: Cristiano Ronaldo, Zinedine Zidane, Karim Benzema, Gareth Bale, Luca Modrić, Roberto Carlos, Hugo Sánchez, and Raúl. Scattered amongst these portraits are those of other global sports heroes such as, Diego Maradona, Pele, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, and Pau Gasol. Yet alongside those are even more: A-Listers of cinema like, Tom Cruise, Nicolas Cage, and Salma Hayek. It's immediately clear that Mesón Txistu holds a special status in Madrid. There are few places capable of attracting such an illustrious crowd from both sporting and entertain- ment worlds. This restaurant is a Spanish treasure, tucked just beyond the shadows of the Santiago Bernabéu. Through still another passage, one is greeted by a bar adorned with legs of jamón ibérico, hanging from hooks around its entire perimeter. It serves as a visual invitation to savor something exceptional-- tempting you to sample the cured delicacy if so inclined. My wife and I chose seats at the bar to begin the evening's delights. She ordered a sensational glass of the House red. Being a lover of exceptional whiskies, I started with Lagavulin 16. Both selections proved foundational to the savory joys that would follow. Our expert bartender presented us with an intimate plate of complimentary tapas, including locally sourced and just-right-brined olives. The tapas brilliantly punctuated the start of an unforgettable meal. Exceptionally generous pours soon arrived. Hers in an exquisite crystal stem and mine, properly neat. After a few sips, our host arrived to join us for a cocktail. We were warmly welcomed by the Manager, who then personally escorted us to our table. Seated, we were then greeted with a double amuse-bouche. One presentation held guindillas-- tangy green peppers from the Basque region. Immaculately pickled, they gave us a curious "kick". The second featured chistorra, a Basque-cured sausage fried to perfection with a gentle measure of smoked paprika. Each was precisely on-point. So good in fact, I could have savored a platter without hesitation. The first appetizer to arrive was a hearty salad meant to be shared among the four of us. It was accompanied by beautiful cuts of fresh tuna paired with large slices of farm-fresh tomatoes. Simple. Delicious. Magnificently executed. Our host ordered bottles of Alión 2021 Ribera del Duero for the table. A refreshing, tantalizing red, it opened with a fruity aroma, yet carried with cleanly balanced spiced wood notes. It was an outstanding selection. (Later that night, curiosity got the better of me and I looked it up. Not surprisingly, the wine achieved mid-to-upper 90s ratings across multiple publications.) Next came the Gambas al Ajillo. These plump, finely garlicked shrimp are served sizzling in a traditional clay dish. Rich, aromatic, and deeply satisfying, they immediately reminded me of the signature dish at La Casa del Abuelo, located between the Sol and Barrio de las Letras neighborhoods. Our third appetizer, substantial enough to be a main course on its own, was the Pulpo a la Brasa: fresh-grilled octopus served atop hearty papas. The octopus was wonderfully rustic, expertly seasoned, and succulent. When I see octopus on a menu, I order it. This, because the dish tests any chef's command of instincts and technique. Mesón Txistu passed with aplomb. The highlight of the evening was the main course: Chuletón Txistu. These rich, buttery-tender ribeye strips arrive thinly-sliced, seasoned only with large, glistening flakes of imported sea salt. Doing so allows the meat to take center stage, as it should. A table-top flat grill plate allows guests to custom cook the protein to their liking. Thusly, the experience becomes interactive as each finishes his or her strips to varying degrees of doneness. It takes only moments, especially if one enjoys ribeye medium-rare, as I do. The strips were astonishingly tender. Each bite, phenomenal. Chuletón Txistu rivals the full-bodied richness of Japanese Wagyu. Even at this stage of our meal we savored every morsel. Smiles crossed our faces out of equal parts appreciation for the dinner, and gratitude for the shared moment. The wine, the company, and conversation-- all entwined with an atmosphere of country elegance-- assured an unforgettable experience. Recalling it now feels distinctly Madrileño. We look forward to our return someday. Until then...

Loved my dining experience here. It's such a cozy restaurant and is perfect for a dinner with…read morefamily, a date, or a fancy dinner with colleagues. Reservations are recommended because they tend to get busy. We were a party of three. We got the ensaladilla rusa, carabineros ajillo, and the chuleton. Everything was delicious. I especially enjoyed the meat. It was seared to perfection on the hot cast iron plate on our table. Minimally seasoned, it tasted really delicious and we could tell the meat was high quality. I also liked the other dishes we ordered. We got bread at the table and at the end of the meal, we got small desserts and glasses of what tasted like frozen lemonade. The waiter told us those were good for digestion. Loved my experience here and I recommend this place!

Found this place on a local TV show so decided to give it a shot. Have ordered the Empire State and…read morethe Soho, both well done and got a bleeding medium rare burger. Had to return it and finally got a dry and burned burger with forgotten bacon. After all won't become a fan. CLOSED on Sundays!!!

I came here with a friend who promised me the best burgers in town. The burgers themselves were…read moredecent, but quite frankly were nothing to write home about. The salad was fresh and the burger was pink. I have noting to complain about - it was good food at acceptable prices; heaven knows I have spent way more money on worse burgers in the past. I think I was just expecting something spectacular.

Incredible food and excellent service. Didn't really want desert, but that was extra special !read more

Our local coworker took us for a dinner here and I loved the ambiance (open air) and service…read more(attentively yet not intrusive). The steak was amazing cooked (remember Spanish medium means American rare), ham was delicious (be a local and don't use a fork!), and deserts were great. We stayed there from 10 to 1AM!

Delicious food and a friendly environment…read more The burgers are particularly worth trying, they are possibly the best I've had in Madrid. The chili is also nice, not too hot but still tasty, and the onion rings are cooked to perfection. The staff are very friendly and accommodating and the beer ice cold and served in pints (or jarras as they're called here!) Pudding is typically delicious American fare, luxurious and indulgent. Overall, it deserves 5/5.

Absolutely disgusting. Burger meat is chewy and poorly cooked. The restaurant is extremely dirty…read moreand they have pictures of naked women on the wall. I was very embarrassed to bring my family here looking for "American" food

Lovely place, albeit a bit hard to find if you're unfamiliar with the Chamartin-Chamberi districts…read more The interior ambiance is a bit dark, which helps accentuate the 1960's-America/modern-industrial decor: neon on the brick walls, exposed vent system fixed to a very high ceiling, and black iron supports all call to mind a NYC taxi hub warehouse, where instead of an exposed mechanic's station the kitchen is open to public view, behind a wide series of plate-glass windows. The wait staff was attentive and hustling. We never wanted for drinks and our food was delivered on time and ready-to-eat. "Prensa iberico" is a loin dish that this place does especially well. Comes with a specie of pineapple chutney and rough-grated Italian cheese sprinkled over the meat. We were super-impressed with that! If you are looking for an upper-scale-but-too-ritzy place for a special dinner, let this place rank as a strong candidate.

I went to this place when they first opened last year and the food was very disappointing and so…read morewas the service. We came back again this weekend forba birthday celebration and I was surprised when I saw the menu had changed and there was more variety to choose. The food was decent now, being the octopus risotto the star of the menu, although they have fallen into the unoriginality of all the "modern" restaurants in Madrid too: tuna tartar, steak tartar, ceviche ans the lot. The goats cheese lollypops were too strong and accompanied by ketchup. Nothing very New York in the menu, except for a burguer and a couple of sandwiches with american names. Needless to mention the omnipresent cheesecake. The brownie was very dry as well. All this would have been passable if the bill wouldnt have been almost 30€ per head. Not worthy the price at all and the service was terrible too. We had to keep on reminding them to bring the beers ans the waiters seemed busier playing and joking amongst themselves than serving the tables. Also at the booking time, as we were a party of 14, my friend was enquired about the tyoe of party and warned about certain rukes of behaviour (no fancy dress, no noise...), really? As a positive comment I will say the deco is very nice, although nothing different from the thousand of other new places neobistro in Madrid. If you eant to go there, do so for a drink. They have a good selection of whiskys, rums and gins, but the non alcoholic cocktails are not good at all.