Everything was honestly exactly what I hoped. The appetizer was fantastic. The wine smooth. The…read moremeal... perfect. My mouth is watering just thinking about it.

Quick note before the review: This is not the same restaurant it used to be some years ago. Old…read more5-star reviews were well deserved by that time. The food's quality was terrible: - The pizza ingredients were very low quality and not well distributed. - We ordered a simple margherita and it didnt even contain basil leaves. - We ordered a different pizza with egg and bacon: it was also really bad. - Even the balsamic vinegar was bad. (They only had once of these thick vinegar bottles, and the cap was all dirty) - the focaccia was the worst: It has a thick section that was half baked, and the rest of it looked like a thin crispy bread/cookie For the staff: - The staff tried to avoid adding the discount from the reservation. After complaining, they fixed it, but you shouldn't need to complain to prevent being charged extra. - The staff was a bit lost on what was their menu. - They were polite at least The restaurant: - This used to be a different restaurant, one of the best pizza places in Madrid. About aprox. 2 years ago, the owner sold the restaurant and a different one was put in place of it. However, they decided to keep the name of the restaurants as well as all the excellent reviews it had in apps like yelp and trip advisor. While it could be a bit unfair to compare, as it is a completely different restaurant, in which only the name of it remained, the restaurant now has cheaper prices than the original one from years ago, but the ingredients are even cheaper, so in reality, the quality to prize ratio got a massive negative impact.

Staff is amazing and overly accommodating. The menu is not super big but the food is good. The…read morerestaurant is very cute. Good lunch or dinner spot.

Murillo Café feels like one of those places you don't expect to find outside Venezuela. I tried…read moreseveral things and everything was on point, but the polvorosa de pollo really stood out. It instantly took me back to Venezuela, where I had it many times growing up -- pure comfort food, the kind that brings memories with every bite. The tequeños were light and crispy, not oily, and clearly made with care. The numpias were another favorite, crunchy, flavorful, and even better dipped in soy sauce, which adds a subtle Asian twist without taking away from what makes them special. The sliders were just ok. What truly completes the experience is the attention. It's warm, natural, and welcoming, making you feel at home without trying too hard. Murillo Café delivers authenticity, nostalgia, and genuinely good food.

A very cute cafe with delicious food! Service was great. I had the fluffy pancakes with banana…read morewhich was fantastic and large in portion size. The lychee Jasmine tea is unsweetened, just FYI. They had a little sign up that says not to use laptops here on weekends ‍ Overall, this seemed like a popular, busy spot and I would definitely recommend it if you're in the area!

I don't really like this place.. it's cute but I've given it 2 tries and both were pretty bad…read more Smoothie is just orange juice with a chunk of banana, toast with avocado and salmon has potential but the bread was so soggy. No way you can call that toast, but scraping what was on top off was fine. Coffee wasn't my fav but

Had one of the best hazelnut latte's I've had in a while, mom ordered a cappuccino and she also…read moreliked it. Service was great and the outdoor seating made it special, spectating and watching people passing by!

Ambiance was beautiful. They have very nice decor. The service was fast and the staff was…read moreattentive. The Madrid cervecera was extremely cold and stronger than most beers. The food was good and the dessert was even better.

Roostiq is one of my favorite restaurants in Madrid! I make a reservation for lunch or dinner…read morewhenever I am in town for work. The reservation system is easy to use, and reach out to them if there does not appear to be any bookings available. The staff is friendly and helpful, even offering suggestions despite my very poor Spanish grammar when asking. The last two visits I've been fortunate to be seated next to the kitchen for a front row view of the magic. They have a wood-fired oven, and the artichokes may be one of the best things I have ever eaten. I normally order the grilled chicken breast and my bf had one of the best steaks of his life here. The bread is freshly baked and so, so good. While I have not tried any of the desserts, they bring out a dark chocolate truffle after the meal that is the perfect ending.

This was a beautiful restaurant. The staff were friendly and the food was incredible. We really…read moreenjoyed the farm to table Roostiq. I would recommend this place to everyone.

Perfect for an early dinner. Slow but good service and the food was really good. I would have liked…read morea larger serving of lasagna, it was more like an appetizer portion.

Excellent higher end pizza, pasta, and similar options. The spicy honey pepperoni was amazing as…read morewas the gnocchi. Our server was super friendly and spoke English which helped as this was our first night in town and our Spanish was still a little rusty.

I've eaten here a few times and the food and service is always good. Each time I try something new,…read moresomething unknown to my tastebuds. The risotto is delicious but the portion is small, the croquettes are the best I've had in Spain, the wings are ok, and the crispy chicken sandwich has more crispy than chicken but still tasty. Also, the tinto de verano is a mix from a jug not an in-house mix, which is a little disappointing. For a restaurant in Spain, they have a lot of seating both inside and outside. The atmosphere is classy but casual, and the service is always with a smile. Overall, a great place on Serrano for an afternoon tapa or meal. Enjoy.

I was there with a party of nine. We only had about an hour and 45 minutes because they were booked…read morethat night. We were there early (by Spanish standards) and they needed the table later. I had the meat platter with the potatoes and salad. The sausage was quite good and the steaks were all a little tough, but not terrible. The waiter seemed slightly aloof, slightly distracted, and not really in any hurry, even though we were warned that we were going to be on a time crunch. Our food didn't all come out at the same time, which makes it awkward for the person eating his pizza that *did* come out first. Of course we didn't want to make him wait, but it is never really professional in the restaurant industry to time it like that with a table, unless they specifically ask for something to come out first. The server either forgot or didn't bother to box up my leftovers. (I actually would have preferred to box them myself, but he whisked my plate away when I asked him.) Towards the end of the meal it got really loud in there. Terrible acoustics. The loud atmosphere is unpleasant and was starting to give me a headache. Very average dining experience. The photo of my meal looks better than it tasted. The venue is nicely decorated inside though.

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.

Pura Vida is definitely one of my favorite vegan spots in Madrid, and let me tell you why. Pura…read moreVida knows what they're doing when it comes to vegan food. Their menu is a great mix of classic Spanish eats (tortilla de patata, bocadillos) and crowd pleasers, like pizza and burgers. My favorites: -- Bocata de Calamares (8,50€) // This is a Spanish classic, and it's essentially a sandwich featuring calamari rings with a cream cheese-like spread on a baguette. Before you knock it, try it. It's literally so good, and the one at Pura Vida is easily the best vegan version I've had. -- Lágrimas de Heura (6,95€) // So, these are basically chick'n nuggets made with the most popular vegan meat substitute in Spain, Heura. They're perfectly sized little morsels, kind of like popcorn chicken size, and fried to an ideal crisp. The agave-mustard dip on the side is also incredible and balances out the richness. -- Pincho de Tortilla de Patata (3,50€) // If you haven't tried tortilla de patata in Spain, I'm not sure where you've been eating. It's a must. Out of all the vegan ones I've tried in Madrid, Pura Vida's is my favorite. -- Alemana Pizza (12,95€) // My friend was craving a pizza, so we went for the Alemana which is pretty simple with tomato sauce, cheese and vegan sausage. The sauce has a surprising depth of flavor and the cheese is good, too. I wouldn't hesitate to share a pizza again if I were in the mood for one. So, now that we've established that the food at Pura Vida is great, let's move on! Overall, I really like the vibe at Pura Vida because it's laidback but slightly above a true taberna, so it's a good spot if you want a solid dinner or just a bite and drink on the terraza. The only reason I docked a star is because the service can definitely lack. The servers often get overwhelmed or simply don't come by for like, literally, 30 minutes at a time some days. Price-wise, some dishes are a little higher than others but for the most part, it's reasonable. Pura Vida will continue to be one of our go-to places in Madrid, especially when we're craving some Spanish classics and a solid pour of vermut.