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 Finger-licking good |
Toledo 106 Madrid, Madrid 28005 Spain +34 91 366 4246 |
An atmospheric and traditional old tavern with a lovely zinc bar counter—that is famous for serving delicious portions of snails. The secret is the accompanying spicy sauce that leaves you begging for something to drink. A Ración served in large portions costs the same as a wonderful portion of Boquerones (marinated anchovies). Beer, wine, vermouth and soft drinks are available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Try the speciality cheese |
Plaza del Humilladero, 4 Madrid, Madrid 28005 Spain +34 91 366 6886 http://www.elbonanno.com/ |
A small modern bar with a youthful atmosphere located in one of Madrid's best areas for tapas. You can try the speciality goat's cheese preserved in olive oil from La Adrada in Ávila. It won the prize for Europe's best cheese in 1996. The bar also serves excellent cold meats and a good selection of wines. It is a favourite with local residents who have become part of the family here, enjoying the friendly service and agreeable atmosphere. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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An unusual bottle museum |
Calle Cava Alta 4 Madrid, Madrid 28005 Spain +34 91 365 1249 |
It is named after its curious interior decor: a collection of soda syphons and all sorts of other bottles on display. It is a welcoming bar, open since the 1930s, which still serves up traditional tapas. Try the house specials: Callos (spicy tripe stew) and Rabo de Toro (oxtail stew). You can choose from a wide selection of wines and draught beer. It attracts a wide cross-section of the local population and enjoys an excellent reputation for good service. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Good wine & traditional tapas |
Latoneros 10 Madrid, Madrid 28005 Spain +34 91 366 6336 |
Try sharing one of this place's tasty homemade snacks, choose something like the ham croquettes from a long list of specials and wash them down with one of the many wines on offer (40 different labels). It is a 100-year-old bar that was recently refurbished and opened its doors to the public again in 1994. The owners wisely preserved the lovely zinc bar and the decorative Arabesque ceramic tiles that give the place a delightful, old-world Andalusian feel. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Good wine & good snacks |
Puerta Cerrada 11 Madrid, Madrid Sol Spain +34 91 366 3166 http://www.amerc.es/CASAPACO |
You'll find a wide selection of excellent tapas on offer, especially the Roquefort cheese and pork sausages. If you prefer a sit-down meal, head upstairs where you'll find traditional fare on the menu with outstanding red meats in particular. Open since 1933, it specializes in serving the best wines available from the Valdepeñas region. The bar is downstairs, the restaurant upstairs, and both are decorated with photos of famous matadors. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Catalan food & wine |
Calle de Don Pedro 4 Madrid, Madrid 28005 Spain +34 91 366 7804 |
This place is decorated like an old Pyrenean mountain tavern, with exposed wooden roof beams, open brickwork, chunky oak tables, and stools. It serves a great range of Catalan specialities from the mountain provinces. Try the tapas of grilled salmon, and cured ham or peppers on torradas (large slices of toasted country-style bread spread with tomatoes, garlic and olive oil). If you're still hungry, order a portion of snails, an assortment of canapes or some charcoal-grilled meat and wash it down with wine from Penedés. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Spanish treat |
Calle Almendro, 22 Madrid, ES Spain +34 (0)91 366 5783 http://www.corazonloco.com/ind... |
A short walk away from La Latina metro is Cava Baja street, where if you take a right you will see this bar. This place serves drinks which are pretty cheap in comparison to the other bars around. The setting of this place is pretty warm though some might find it almost bare. It's a good place if you are in the mood for tapas, mind you, they do get finished pretty early though! Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Welcoming flamenco club |
Calle Cava Baja 27 Madrid, Madrid 28005 Spain +34 91 365 3308 |
It's well worth visiting this cosy little flamenco club for its unique 'modern rustic' interior decor, friendly atmosphere, exceptional music and tasty snacks. It attracts a well-to-do clientele of over 25s. Depending on which night you choose to go, you can hear flamenco, soul, blues or jazz music. If you're hungry, you can order from the selection of tapas and Tostas (toasted canapes of cheese, pork or anchovies). The interior is decorated with natural materials like clay, wood, brick, ceramic tiles and wrought iron and the owners were careful to preserve the original 200-year-old main roof beam as a feature. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Artists on and off stage |
Calle de Don Pedro 6 Madrid, Madrid 28005 Spain http://www.dekonya.es |
Depending at what time of day you come, you might find the door closed and have to ring the bell to get in, if the doorman decides to let you in, that is. During the early evening scene you'll find the place full of pretty girls and well dressed guys in suits. Later at night, the first crowd disappears and the place fills up again with performers, artists and their hangers-on. The interior is brightly painted but the lighting is subdued and there are mirrors and curtains everywhere. You have to negotiate a long and winding corridor until you finally get to the dance floor, which is also used as a stage for occasional cabaret shows as well soul and pop concerts and displays of tango. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Famous bar with good tapas |
Calle Cava Baja 6 Madrid, Madrid 28005 Spain +34 91 366 7089 |
You are sure to enjoy the delicious range of savoury snacks on offer in this cosy, welcoming little bar with its distinguished art deco interior. You can choose from a selection of elaborately prepared canapés of pork, salmon, and patés, or simpler tapas of cold meats and cheeses. If you are hungry, it is worth ordering a few Raciones to share among friends. Cured Iberian ham is also served. The bar does not serve soft drinks, only fresh fruit juices, beer, and fine wines by the glass or bottle. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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More Than Just a Restaurant |
C/ Nuncio 19 Madrid 28005 Spain +34 91 366 25 91 http://www.enerestaurante.com/ |
Ene is a restaurant, but also a nice place to meet your friends while taking a good cocktail and, something rather new in Spain, it's a place where you can have brunch on Sundays, lying on a tatami and surrounded by live music thanks to their great DJs. This place is divided in two floors: the first one includes the bar and the second one the restaurant, both decorated in a minimalist, Japanese way. From tapas to a select "a la cart" dishes, their cuisine is a mixture of Mediterranean, Japanese, American and Catalonian influences, and the result is always incredible. -Angeles Fernández Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Good cheese & cold meats |
Puerta Cerrada 6 Madrid, Madrid 28005 Spain +34 91 36 5919 |
This is a tiny tavern that is always crammed with people both at the bar and in the two little caves at the back. The atmosphere is pure rock 'n' roll, with alternative or world beat music blasting out of the stereo all the time. It attracts a good humoured clientele in their 30s and over. Order some cold meats and cheeses from the counter display and share them with friends over a glass of wine or beer. The specialities are cockle pastries and Cocido Madrileño (stew). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wines from around the world |
Calle Cava Alta 17 Madrid, Madrid 28005 Spain +34 91 365 8237 |
You just need to look at the paintings on the walls to see that this is a place where wine is appreciated. You can order it by the glass or the bottle from a selection that includes Spanish, Italian, French, Chilean, German, and Australian varieties. There are Cavas (sparkling wine) and sweet wines as well. Try the Flamenco-style Meatballs. In addition, there are salads, canapes, Chipirones Encebollados (baby squid with onions), and homemade pastries and cakes to round off your meal. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Taste of Old Madrid |
Cava Baja, 9 Madrid 28005 Spain +34 91 366 1860 http://www.posadadelavilla.com/ |
If you want to get a feel for Old World Madrid, its food and atmosphere, this is the place to go. Originally built in the 17th century, Posada de la Villa looks like an old Spanish inn. It features many traditional dishes, but their specialty is the Roasted Baby Lamb. In addition to its old-time feel it is noted as being one of the more famous bars in Madrid. Not only that, but it is so close to the Plaza Mayor that you'd be a fool not to make a visit. Enjoy! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Above all, a fun atmosphere |
Calle Cava Baja 27 Madrid, Madrid 28005 Spain +34 91 365 5264 |
Two of this place's three rooms are set aside for flamenco music and you are encouraged to sing along as if it were karaoke. The other room is for jazz and blues music and for occasional live concerts. If you are hungry, you can order platters of cold meats. The interior is all exposed brick, ceramic tiles, Moorish arches, and photos of famous clients like Julio Iglesias and Paco de Lucía. There is a cellar dating from the 14th century that you can reserve for atmospheric private parties. No admission charge. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Distinguished wine bar with lots of choice |
Calle Cava Baja 7 Madrid, Madrid 28005 Spain +34 91 364 1532 |
You will find this long-established and distinguished wine bar in the heart of the old town. Its wine list offers more than 160 varieties of the best Spanish wines. As for food, the house specialty is a wild mushroom and egg dish. Head down to the basement for the decor of stone, exposed brick and hundreds of wine bottles adorning every corner of the room. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Meat and drink! |
Plaza de la Cebada 11 Madrid, Madrid 28005 Spain +34 (0)91 366 9064 |
Popular with tourists, El Viajero's walls are adorned with souvenirs from around the world. All of three storeys, the restaurant offers a range of eats, and the rooftop bar many drinks. Sausages, kebabs and other Rastro market meats are grilled here too. Set menus are a huge draw and very reasonably priced. Patio seating is available in summer. Come early to avoid the perennial crowds. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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