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 Where cod reigns supreme |
Calle de Galileo 16 Madrid, Madrid 28015 Spain +34 91 447 1169 |
This formal restaurant, with its attractively tiled façade, offers pan-Spanish cooking and atmosphere with a Basque flavor. Sit down at one of the wooden tables covered with a white linen tablecloth and enjoy the hearty food and friendly service. Cod, or bacalao, in a myriad of forms is the star dish on the menu. The house specialty is bacalao al pil pil, a spicy variety. For dessert, try the leche frita (fried milk pudding). There's a good selection of wines and beers to choose from. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Quality Basque/Navarra cuisine |
Calle Alberto Alcocer 5 Madrid, Madrid 28036 Spain +34 91 345 2193 |
This restaurant prides itself on using only the freshest ingredients and the finest crockery, glassware and table linen. The house specialties include succulent dishes like Sea Bass Lasagna, Warm Artichoke and Duck's Liver Salad, Galician-style hake, Grilled Fillets of Red Mullet and Sirloin Steak in Port wine sauce. Desserts are all homemade, the wines are good and there is an excellent selection of cigars, as well. It attracts a clientele of local businessmen during the day and has valet parking available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Family atmosphere, northern cooking |
Maldonado, 5 Madrid, Madrid 28006 Spain +34 91 411 5469 |
An endless array of delicious, hearty dishes from the northern regions of Navarra and the Basque Country are on offer here. Choose from specialties like Vegetable Stew with Fried Eggs and Green Asparagus, Grilled Baby Squid cooked in ink, Caramelized Baked Onions or Veal and Ham Meatballs. These are all best accompanied by strong red wines from Rioja, although there are many other varieties available in the cellar. The huge plate-glass front lets in lots of natural light that is retained by the marble floor and the white plaster ceiling. Valet parking available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Great wine and delicious tapas |
Torrecilla del Leal, 20 Madrid, Madrid 28012 Spain +34 91 528 3662 |
The wine list in this pleasant and popular bar has more than 300 varieties to choose from, mainly Spanish but with some French and Australian labels as well. Order them by the glass or bottle with something tasty from the tapas menu that features homemade specials and exotic treats like Pepper Steak, Cod Canapés, and Cecina de Astorga (smoked beef) for EUR2.10 each. The staff are friendly and well informed, and the bar also runs wine tasting sessions and courses. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Unique Basque cuisine |
Calle de Puigcerdá 8 Madrid, Madrid 28001 Spain +1 34 91 431 6456 http://www.amerc.es/ELAMPARO/i... |
You are sure to enjoy the creative cuisine served at El Amparo, one of the most elegant restaurants in town. It is spread over three floors and the dominant feature is the huge central skylight; the walls are covered with paintings and tapestries. Master chef Martín Berasategui's specialties include puff pastry filled with tangy apples and foie gras, smoked fish dishes, Oxtail Stew with purée of celery and ravioli stuffed with goose liver paté and truffles. All of Spain's highest quality Denominación de Origen wines appear on the wine list and there is a wide choice of spirits like Orujo (typical spirit from northern Spain) and cognac. Valet parking is available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Best of Spanish cuisine |
Zorrilla, 7 Madrid, Madrid 28014 Spain +34 91 429 8186 http://www.laancha.com/ |
La Ancha is a traditional restaurant that has been in business since 1940, specializing in Spanish home cooking using the finest fresh ingredients. The most famous dishes here include delicious; and cheap; lentil stew and clam omelette. In general, the fish and shellfish are excellent. The wine list has an ample selection of Spanish wines. The food, the distinguished decor and the personal service all attract a clientele of local bankers and businessmen. There is another branch on Príncipe de Vergara, 204. Valet parking available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Innovative Basque food |
Calle De Augusto Figueroa 32 Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 522 5913 |
Run by charismatic chef, Iñaki Camba, don't be surprised if he approaches you with a serious expression and asks how hungry you are before he starts preparing your meal. He specializes in his own versions of traditional Basque recipes using fresh fish and wild game. He has put his own stamp on the decor of this small and cozy restaurant, as well. Why not just leave it all to him and order the sampler menu for a taste of all the best on offer at EUR39.06. You will not be disappointed by the wine list! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Treat yourself to a good steak |
Tirso de Molina, 7 Madrid, Madrid 28012 Spain +34 91 369 1617 / +34 91 369 2325 |
The emphasis here is on simplicity. The decor is simple and basic. The menu is far from elaborate either, but the results are superb. You get high quality, fresh ingredients cooked to perfection, like tender grilled hake, succulent grilled steak and mouthwatering roast red peppers. The wines on offer mainly come from La Rioja and Ribera del Duero. It's located on the first floor of a central office block next to where there was once a pelota (handball) or frontón court, hence the name. There are private dining rooms available and two other branches on Calle Pedro Muguruza, 8 (+34 91 345 36 96) and Calle Infanta María Teresa, 19 (+34 91 457 13 60). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Basque cuisine in the great outdoors |
Avenida de Portugal Madrid 28011 Spain +34 (0)91 470 0421 http://www.restauranteguipuzco... |
This prestigious Basque restaurant specialises in chistorra sausage, fresh hake and grilled meats. The dining room holds up to 250 diners and is decorated like a traditional country house in the north of Spain with a warming log fireplace, wooden beams and paintings of Basque landscapes on the walls. One wall is given over to a huge mural depicting the city of San Sebastián. There's also an enormous garden-terrace open in summer where you can sit outside to eat dishes like cod omelette and sardines. Try a glass of cold cider or have a look at the extensive wine list. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Basque food in a traditional neighbourhood |
Calle Cava Baja 11 Centro Madrid, Madrid 28005 Spain +34 91 366 7212 |
A typical Madrid tavern-cum-restaurant that serves excellent grilled meats cooked over a barbecue burning Mediterranean oak wood for an extra-special flavour. The manager is an Argentine, hence the grilled meats. But the chef is a Basque, so you can expect specialities like anchovies A la Bilbaína (served hot with vinegar and garlic), sea bream, sea bass, anchovy and baby lettuce salad or tuna steaks with spicy Piquillo red peppers. The private dining room (seating 20) downstairs in the basement retains a surprising historical treasure - remains of the old city walls dating from 1085. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Castilian carvery specialising in lamb |
Preciados, 44 Madrid, Madrid 28008 Spain +34 91 547 2156 |
People come here for the fine wines from Ribera del Duero, the quality cold meats and the speciality roast lamb and suckling pig from the wood-fired oven. Leave room at the end for the complementary homemade shortcake and liqueur. The decor of exposed brick and antique furniture is Castilian rustic style. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Shop by day, dine by night |
Travesía de San Mateo, 4 Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 (0)91 310 0965 http://www.asianadeco.com/ |
Asiana is a one-of-a-kind establishment that enthralls visitors with artifacts from Asia and doubles as an eatery. Customers can whet appetites with Asian and Spanish cooking, while being seated in a museum-like atmosphere. Menu features sashimi with Nori seaweed, garlic soup, tapas, pastas, and innovative Asian desserts. Candlelit tables, Zen cutlery and fine food presentation make eating here memorable. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Great paella |
Reina, 29 Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 532 7154 http://www.interocio.es/labarraca |
With an interior decorated like a typical Valencian country house and divided up into several small, cosy dining rooms, it's an ideal choice for groups of friends, family dinners or business lunches. It's a busy restaurant that's full every day and night with people ordering from the 20 different varieties of paella on offer. Despite being so busy and so popular with tourists, it still retains its original charm. Foreigners tend to order jugs of sangría whilst locals stick to wine or beer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bullfighting bar with an Andalusian feel |
Calle de la Libertad 4-6 Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 532 1219 http://www.bocaito.com/ |
Bullfight fans will feel at home in this friendly and welcoming restaurant-bar that is decorated with fading yellow posters advertising fights gone by. You can choose from a wide variety of tapas with an emphasis on Andalusian specialties like prawn canapes and mixed fried fish from Málaga. The restaurant's sampler menu offers a selection of the best of Andalusian and Castilian cuisines for EUR24.04 per person. On the drinks list, there is a good selection of Spanish wines. If you are looking for privacy, reserve one of the private dining rooms that accommodates up to 30 people. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Imaginative Basque-French cuisine |
Pinar, 15 Madrid, Madrid 28006 Spain +34 91 562 8844 |
A well-known restaurant on Madrid's culinary scene offering a menu that combines classic French haute cuisine with creative ideas from the Basque Country. For starters, try the lobster and vegetable salad. House specialities include various preparations of duck and fillet of turbot. Other substantial dishes, such as veal a la Zuberoa, Club Ranero cod or red mullet are available. Their citrus fruit pastries with banana ice-cream is an ideal dessert. The wine list has an excellent selection of Spanish varieties to choose from. You're in pleasant and elegant surroundings with plush upholstery and carpeting, and the walls are decorated with fine paintings of northern landscapes by respected artists. Valet parking is available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Famous for its Madrid stew |
Calle De La Bola 9 Madrid, Madrid 28013 Spain +1 34 91 547 6930 |
This is one of those restaurants that has been around forever and, fortunately, does not seem to have changed over the years. It maintains its old-fashioned interior and continues to prepare traditional dishes the way it always has. Although it is famous for its version of Cocido Madrileño (a popular Madrid two-course soup/stew, EUR 12), it is also worth trying the delicately grilled sole or any of the other popular stews. The wine list has an acceptable range of varieties to choose from. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A journey through Asturian cuisine |
Calle Del Ángel 16 Madrid, Madrid 28005 Spain +34 91 366 5167 |
La Burbuja que Rie is a busy, noisy, cheerful restaurant that is usually full of young people that are attracted by the generous portions and reasonable prices. Try the house specials like Steamed Mussels, fabes con almejas (clam and broad bean stew) or chorizo a la sidra (spicy pork sausage cooked in cider). Fresh cider is the most popular drink on offer, but you can order all the usual beers, soft drinks and wines, as well. You will eat well in good company, in an attractive interior surrounded by aged wood and barrels. If you want a seat, arrive early. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The best of Cantabrian cuisine |
Juan Ramón Jiménez, 37 Madrid, Madrid 28036 Spain +34 91 350 8776 |
Caby Mayor is a Cantabrian restaurant that naturally specializes in fresh fish, where the raw ingredients are treated with tender loving care. You would be advised to try the Lobster Salad with monkfish and lemon preserve as a starter. It is located in the spacious ground floor premises that have been tastefully divided into several different spaces, all decorated with a nautical theme. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Like an English tearoom |
Ruiz de Alarcón, 27 Madrid 28014 Spain +34 91 4202342 |
With its enviable location between Prado Museum and the Jardín Botánico (Botanical Gardens), this café is an ideal place to stop in for breakfast before visiting either of these major attractions. Its attractive interior is decorated in dark wood and exposed brick, like a traditional English tearoom. You can choose from a wide range of pastries to accompany your coffee and freshly-squeezed orange juice at breakfast. The best on offer at lunchtime are their homemade specials and the grilled red meats from Ávila. The average price of a meal is EUR30.05 per person. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Available at any hour |
Calle Del Barquillo 44 Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 3104005 |
The versatile premises are conducive to have breakfast, enjoy an appetizer, or to simply enjoy a glass of wine. The decoration calls for attention because of the combination of antiquities: collections of clocks, Bohemian crystal lamps and marble floors. The restaurant has different themes and many people frequent it. The food is Mediterranean, with specialties like Ostrich medallions, carpaccio, rice and salad of avocados, mango and fresh cheese. Other dishes that you can try are Ox Carpaccio and fish or sirloin with compote of apple and garlic. They have good desserts, like Apple Cake or sherbets. The wine list, nevertheless, is a tad limited. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Catalan flavour |
Señores Luzón, 5 Madrid, Madrid 28015 Spain +34 91 542 0921 http://www.canpunyetes.com/ |
Can Punyetes is a typical Catalan restaurant located right next to the Parliament building that serves traditional favourites like grilled sausage and wine from the Penedés region. For a quick and wholesome snack, try Pa amb tomlàquet (toasted country-style bread smeared with fresh tomato, garlic and olive oil) with black pudding, spicy pork sausage, marinated anchovies and olives at just EUR4.20. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Homemade Basque and Madrid cuisine |
Libertad, 16 Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 531 6612 |
A long-established eatery that has been in business since 1850, Carmencita began with serving typical Madrid specialties, but today it is more of a bistro producing homemade Basque cuisine. Try the hake croquettes, fried cuttlefish, Madrid-style tripe, meatballs or hake a la vasca. On Thursdays, the dish of the day is a hearty cocido madrileño (broth with chickpeas and meat). There is relaxing background music and a pleasant atmosphere. One private dining room with two tables is available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Spanish home-cooking |
Calle Mayor 84 Madrid, Madrid 28013 Spain +34 91 548 0620 |
A traditional and authentic Madrid tavern, full of history, that that fills up every day with local politicians, bureaucrats and journalists taking a break from the nearby Town Hall. It serves up hearty stews, chicken fricassee and beef a la riojana as main courses and desserts soaked in Spanish liqueurs. The wine list includes reds from Valdepeñas and Rioja. The old-fashioned interior is all aged wood, cream-coloured walls and heavy oil paintings depicting local customs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic bar serving great cod fritters |
Calle de Tetuán 12 Madrid, Madrid 28013 Spain +34 91 531 0081 http://www.casalabra.es/ |
A typical traditional Madrid bar since it opened in 1860, it's famous for being the birthplace of the Spanish Socialist Workers' Party (PSOE) in 1879. It's also famous for serving delicious deep-fried cod fritters in batter along with fresh draught beer. You'll have to take your drinks and tapas standing up at the bar amongst the good-humoured multitude doing the same. Or you could sit down to a full meal in the restaurant, where you can expect to pay EUR21.03 a head on average. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Famous for its roast chicken & pies |
Paseo de la Florida, 2 Near Glorieta de San Vicente Madrid, Madrid 28008 Spain +34 91 547 7918 |
With its totally rustic interior decor, this popular restaurant is reminiscent of traditional Asturian cider bars in northern Spain. The menu is sensibly limited to just a few tried and tested favourites that everyone likes, and they are produced with care and attention. Try the succulent roast chicken, the crusty empanadas (meat and fish pies), the hearty Spanish omelette or the spicy chorizo sausage cooked in cider. To drink, there is just fresh cider. Prices are reasonable and it attracts lots of ordinary people who don't want to spend too much, as well as a fair sprinkling of tourists who have read or heard about the place. Head for the large outdoor terrace in summertime. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Top-notch flamenco shows |
Calle de Cañizares 10 Madrid, Madrid 28012 Spain +34 91 369 0496 / +34 91 369 3394 http://www.casapatas.com/ |
With five different shows on per week, this is undoubtedly one of the capital´s most important flamenco clubs. It attracts first-class performers and true aficionados. All the most famous stars of today have passed through here at one time or another. Performances start around midnight and you can make a real night out of it by coming for dinner as well. The restaurant specializes in wholesome Spanish home-cooking with dishes like Rabo de Toro (oxtail stew). Average price per person: EUR27.04. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Galician haute cuisine |
Calle de Emiliano Barral 14 Madrid, Madrid 28043 Spain +34 91 416 4455 |
To find the best Galician cooking in the capital you have to travel to a residential neighbourhood in eastern Madrid, and it's well worth the effort. It's an unpretentious, modern, family-run restaurant serving specialities like Octopus A Feira, Hake, fresh Shellfish and baked ham sprinkled with paprika, all at reasonable prices. You can order delicate Galician country wines from Albariño and Ribeiro to wash them down. The dining room is attractively decorated with landscape paintings, wine barrels and ceramics. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Paella & fideuà |
Moratín, 22 Madrid, Madrid 28014 Spain +34 91 429 2562 |
Specialists in rice dishes, you can have any variety prepared in any number of ways at champagneria Gala. The menu features 20 different types of paella and fideuàs (Catalan noodle-based equivalent) for under EUR12.02 per person. Wash it all down with cava (Spanish sparkling wine) or choose from a selection of beers, wines or soft drinks. It is a popular place with youngsters who like the informal atmosphere: bright red decor and ingenious designer lighting by means of simple lamps on columns. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bohemian and bourgeois |
Castelló, 3 Madrid, Madrid 28001 Spain +34 91 575 5662 http://www.elchiscon.com/ |
An atmospheric bistro with an upmarket bohemian atmosphere that attracts Salamanca district's beautiful people and business types. It's built on top of an old coal yard and has been open since 1979. It's two floors are tastefully decorated with paintings and antique furniture. The house speciality is a dish of venison with brandy sauce. Other specials worth trying are the Cod Fritters, Medallions of Venison and Homemade Pates. The wine list concentrates on reds from Rioja (Martínez Lacuesta) and Ribera del Duero (Valduero). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mushroomed affair |
Calle de Gravina 19 Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 (0)91 521 3799 |
This quaint place is well-known for creating magic with mushrooms. Fresh Spanish dishes feature shitake, chanterelles, and other varieties of the fungi. What's more, baskets of mushrooms are stacked inside the joint. Boletus with garlic and a fried egg is highly recommended. So, if you decide to gorge on mushroom tapas you know where to go. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Creative Mediterranean Cuisine |
18 Calle de Castello Madrid, Madrid 28001 Spain +34 915 752 866 |
Citra, winner of New York Time's Best New Restaurant of Madrid, is an unforgettable dinning experience with acclaimed chef Elias Murciano. It is located between the hip barrios of Salamanca and Retiro. Although the menu only features seven dishes, it has been dubbed the "Star Menu" by Citra patrons who enjoy the creative flavors and colors of Murciano's Mediterranean revival. If you eat nowhere else while in Madrid try Citra. It is the best new restaurant in Madrid, featuring a world famous chef and located in a building designed by renowned architect Ignacio Garcia de Vinuesa. It is undoubtedly the total Madrid experience. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Galician haute cuisine |
Calle José Ortega y Gasset, 40 Madrid, Madrid 28020 Spain +1 34 91 577 8272 / +1 34 91 577 4654 http://www.combarro.com/ |
This luxurious restaurant serves Galicia's best seafood, cooked according to traditional recipes. Try the Octopus A Feira (steamed with olive oil and paprika), Empanadas (tuna-filled puff pastries), Sea Bass or Bream. As you walk in, the first thing you will notice is a glass floor with an aquarium underneath that is full of live seafood in genuine Atlantic seawater. The restaurant is divided into several dining rooms decorated with antiques, wooden floors, ochre-coloured walls and Costumbrista paintings. 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 |
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Hearty homemade mountain fare |
Calle Villanueva, 21 Madrid, Madrid 28001 Spain +34 91 576 4109 |
The star dish in this restaurant is Cantabrian Mountain Stew. The menu is full of hearty homemade fare like Bean Stew, Meatball, Lentil Stew and Cream of Onion Soup. For dessert, choose Baked Apple with Cream and Walnuts and the cake of the day. The wine list has reds from Rioja and Ribera del Duero and whites from Rueda. The service is friendly and the prices are reasonable. Ceramic tiles, posters and etchings have been combined tastefully to decorate the interior. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dedicated to legendary local outlaw |
Calle de los Cuchilleros 1 Madrid, Madrid 28005 Spain +34 91 366 5428 http://www.lascuevasdeluiscand... |
You can't miss the doorman here, elaborately dressed to imitate 19th-century local outlaw, Luis Candelas. The tavern is under one of the archway entrances to Plaza Mayor. The interior is a faithful representation of an old country inn and it is always full of tourists who cannot resist the temptation of entering a real time capsule. The bar serves excellent Pinchos (canapés) and the restaurant serves up typically hearty Castilian fare. It specializes in roasts from a wood-fired oven, such as Suckling Pig or Tender Lamb. The Callos (tripe) will fill you up sufficiently. There's a good selection of fine Spanish wines to choose from as well. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Basque cuisine in the park |
Ronda de las Provincias, s/n Pabellón de Vizcaya Madrid, Madrid 28011 Spain +34 91 464 5704 |
This famous Basque restaurant in Casa de Campo specializes in succulent grilled red meats and hearty stews that you eat with a spoon. The menu also features modern dishes like Warm Cod Salad and Pickled Duck's Liver. For dessert, try the delicious chocolate and cream biscuit cake. Wash the meat down with reds from Rioja or Ribera del Duero, and accompany the fish with whites from Penedés, Albariño or Barbadillo. For extra local flavour you could try the characteristic Basque wine, txakolí. Each of the three dining rooms offers a completely different atmosphere. In summer, its outdoor terrace is considered one of the best in Madrid. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fantastic Basque food |
Ventura Rodríguez, 8 Madrid, Madrid 28008 Spain +34 91 542 3524 |
This is a popular restaurant that excels in providing popular and comforting Basque cuisine like hearty stews and offal dishes as well as grilled meats and fish. As usual, the house speciality is bacalao al pil pil (cod simmered in garlic sauce). It is a lively place that's ideal for groups of friends. You're sure to have an unforgettable feast. Take a look at the magnificent collection of antique clocks on the top floor. You can reserve one of the private dining rooms for more intimate gatherings and valet parking is available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Andalusian restaurant specialising in fish |
Orense, 64-66 Madrid, Madrid 28020 Spain +34 91 570 2002 |
You'll be served some excellent fresh Mediterranean fish in this Andalusian restaurant that's decked out like an old sailing ship. It specialises in Salt-Baked Fish and Steamed Shellfish. During the 1980s it was one of Madrid's most prestigious restaurants until the management over-stretched themselves. It's now slowly making its way back to fame. It has private dining rooms available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Traditional Spanish cuisine |
Calle Del Doctor Fléming 44 Madrid, Madrid 28036 Spain +34 91 345 0988 |
This place specialises in traditional Spanish dishes like hearty stews and fried fish at reasonable prices for a clientele of business people during the day and couples and families in the evening. House specials include savoury rice with Galician clams and vegetables, Deep Fried Prawns, Veal with Wild Mushrooms, delicious croquettes, and homemade chocolate desserts. There is a good selection of wines on offer, especially reds and whites from Rioja, (including El Coto, the house wine), Ribera del Duero and Valdepeñas as well as delicate whites from Penedés in Catalonia. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Reasonably Priced International Cuisine |
Comandante Zorita 4 Madrid 28020 Spain +34 91 533 27 57 http://www.lamision.es |
El Recuerdo is a restaurant you will not forget. Known for its impeccable service and elegant atmosphere this candlelit meal is a fine choice for a romantic date or a family dinner at a very reasonable price. All main courses include starters, and don't hesitate to treat yourself to the very tasty €2.5 desserts. El Recuerdo is no secret and tables can be hard to come by, so you will need to reserve in advance. -Angeles Fernandez 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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Classic Basque cuisine |
Jovellanos, 3 Madrid, Madrid 28014 Spain +34 91 531 2564 http://www.errota-zar.com/ |
Errota-Zar is an elegantly decorated and prestigious Basque restaurant that specialises in serving high quality red meats and grilled fish. House specials include Wild Mushroom Stew, spicy cocochas (cod cheeks), baby squid cooked in ink with caramelised onions, and White Bean Casserole. The wine list is excellent and there is fresh cider on offer. Try to leave some room for homemade desserts like the mouthwatering white truffle cake. This is a popular eating place among local business people and has a private dining room for hire. The set meal of the day costs EUR21.03. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Elegant and Modern Meat |
Calle Espronceda, 34 Madrid 28003 Spain +34 91 395 00 37 http://www.restauranteestik.com/ |
"Estik" is, roughly translated, Spanish for "steak." This restaurant is, not surprisingly, a paradise for meat lovers. The menu offers standards like sirloin steak, Entrecote, and "Tartar Estik." For the more adventurous, there are special selections such as gazelle, zebra, and buffalo. They even feature seafood like lobster or tuna. The service is great and the wine list is diverse. The restaurant is divided in two floors; the retro feel and gray scale tones of their decoration give it a charming atmosphere. -Angeles Fernandez Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Classic Spanish cooking |
Calle Arlaban 4 Near the Puerta del Sol Madrid, Madrid 28014 Spain +34 (0)91 369 3557 |
A few minutes from Puerta del Sol lies Finca de Susana—a popular lunch destination. The tasty and affordable menu draws more patrons than the seating capacity. And with no reservations taken, queues form easily. Simple dishes of rice, fish, vegetables, and other regional delicacies form the menu. Service is efficient and quick despite the crowds. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Andalusian specialities |
Calle de Claudio Coello 24 Madrid, Madrid 28001 Spain +34 (0)91 576 4069 |
Walk in here and you'll find yourself transported to a typical bar in southern Spain with its wrought-iron bars on the windows, ceramic tiles, legs of cured ham and bottles of sherry on the counter. The kitchen serves up pure Andalusian specialities like rice soup, oxtail stew and fried Mediterranean fish. There are four branches in total. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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High-flying Basque cuisine |
Calle del Comandante Zorita 37 Madrid, Madrid 28020 Spain +34 91 533 0185 |
All the best Basque traditions are maintained in this light, airy and spacious restaurant. That includes the attractive rustic decor of exposed wooden ceiling beams, woollen rugs on the floor, and paintings of Basque landscapes on the walls. As for the food, it is simply outstanding. The house speciality is chipirones encebollados (baby squid with sweetened onions). The wines are as rich and delicious as the food: Marqués de Arienzo y Ondarre from Rioja is the house red and Mantel Blanco from Rueda is the house white. Try the homemade pacharán (Blueberry liqueur) as a digestif. It is a popular place with successful executives. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Modern Basque Cuisine |
Villanueva 34 Madrid, ES 28001 Spain +34 91 577 01 38 http://www.goizekogaztelupe.co... |
More than just traditional Basque gastronomy, Goizeko Wellington is a mixture of good tastes, colors and the "savoir fair" of chef Jesús Santos who expertly creates new dishes based on traditional recipes. The restaurant, born from the union of this master of Basque cuisine and the Hotel Wellington in which it is located, is elegant (formal dress required) and peaceful. Its environment is perfect to concentrate on a good conversation while enjoying their exquisite dishes: raw oyster salads or low-temperature turbot with wild mushrooms, together with their long and select list of wines. -Angeles Fernandez Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Summer Treats for Diabetics/Dieters 1 |
Plaza del rollo 2 Madrid, ES 28023 Spain +34 913 071 658 |
Diabetics, health nuts and ice cream connoisseurs alike can indulge in delicious, gourmet whipped ice cream in one of Madrid's best-kept secrets: Heladería Livorno. Opened over 25 years ago by the grandson of Italians, this homemade ice cream haven offers traditional and flavor-packed artisan ice cream, including healthy options for diabetics and lactose intolerant customers. Known to serve Spain's Royal Family and Queen Sofia herself with their signature cherry ice cream, other delectable flavors include rose petal, soy yoghourt, imperial berry, melon, dulce de leche and another 60+ mouthwatering taste bud teasers. -Teba Orueta Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Elegant & relaxed bar-restaurant |
Plaza de la Independencia, 3 Madrid, Madrid 28009 Spain +34 91 435 1688 |
You could easily make this place your regular haunt, as it changes throughout the course of a day to meet your every need. Come in the morning for coffee and pastries, drop in at lunchtime for homemade Spanish cuisine or turn up at night for cocktails, rock and pop music, and use the pool table. It is located in the basement of a protected historic building opposite Puerta de Alcalá. The interior decor has preserved the original exposed brickwork. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly, and you can enjoy great views of Parque del Retiro (Retiro Park) from the outside terrace in summer. Valet parking is available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Spanish cuisine at good prices |
Leganitos 10 Madrid, Madrid 28013 Spain +34 91 541 9133 |
A good choice if you're looking for authentic traditional dishes from central Spain. The best things on the menu are the hearty meat and bean stews and the Churrasco de Cebón (barbecued pork steaks). It has a good selection of fine Spanish wines from Rioja and Ribera del Duero to choose from. The decor is given over to the theme of Miguel de Cervantes' great novel Don Quijote and its two immortal main characters. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Typical Basque cider house |
Calle Marques de Cubas 8 Madrid, Madrid 28014 Spain +34 91 523 3450 http://www.restaurantekupela.com/ |
Located just 50m away from the nation's main political debating chamber (Congreso de los Diputados), this typical Basque cider house is famous for its set price eat-and-drink-as-much-as-you-like menu. It specialises in grilled meats and fish. Try the grilled monkfish, hake Basque-style, cod al pil pil (simmered in garlic) or T-bone steak, and panchineta for dessert. The interior is decorated in soft colours with exposed wooden ceiling beams, barrels of cider and paintings of northern landscapes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Famous Spanish haunt |
Plaza Gabriel Miró, 8 Madrid, Madrid 28005 Spain +34 (0)91 366 7681 |
This restaurant is all about having a good time with well-prepared Spanish dishes. Find Callos a la Madrileña, huevos estrellados, steak tartare, and typical seafood entrees in exquisite sauces. Patrons are served bread and ham as they wait for their orders. Besides, regional wines also make their presence felt. Private dining is possible. Call to reserve a table. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Restaurant & bar with class |
Carrera de San Jerónimo 8 Madrid, Madrid 28014 Spain +34 (0)91 522 2207 / +34 (0)91 521 3385 http://www.lhardy.com/ |
This is one of the city's best known and most stylish restaurants, and has been since 1839. The bar serves delicious croquettes each and warming soups in winter. The old-fashioned dining room has a varied menu. One of the house specials is cocido madrileño (a hearty stew of broth, chickpeas and various meats) for EUR 24.04. You can also choose from a good selection of fish, meats and soufflés. Five private rooms are available for more intimate meals. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Home cooking in an elegant environment |
Alberto Alcocer, 27 Madrid 28036 Spain +34 91 3591194 |
Perfect for a romantic supper, this classy restaurant has been around for many years. Its success lies in the exquisite preparation of the dishes served. If you're here, don't miss one of their specialties—fries with peppers. Other dishes include, Scrambled Mushrooms, Breaded Anchovies, salads and pate. You can also opt for meat and fish dishes. Every day at noon homemade casseroles, such as tripe, stew and beans are prepared. The wine list is extensive. The decor is simply elegant and valet parking is available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Where ham is supreme |
Serrano, 118 Madrid, Madrid 28008 Spain +34 91 563 2710 http://www.mesoncincojotas.com/# |
Meson Cinco Jotas is one of five branches in Madrid of this chain of taverns that specialises in cured Iberian ham and tapas. You can order tapas like Ham and Potato Croquettes, Fried Potatoes Povered in Creamy Onion Sauce and Scrambled Eggs mixed with vegetables from the tapas menu or hunks of grilled meat from the main menu. The interior decor is pure Andalusian. This branch is the oldest and smallest. The other four locations: Padre Damián, 42 (+34 91 350 3173); San Francisco de Sales, 27 (+34 91 544 0189); Callejón de Puigcerdá (+34 91 575 4125) and Avenida de Europa, 16 (+34 91 651 6669). The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Northern Spanish fare |
Plaza Ángel Carbajo, 6 Madrid, Madrid 28020 Spain +34 91 570 9651 / +34 91 570 1006 http://www.mesontxistu.com/ |
This popular restaurant is a big hit with the gourmets in town because of its delicious North Spanish fare. The seafood, wines and the service with a smile are a big plus too. Various kinds of meats served piping hot with delectable sauces make you want to keep eating even after you are full. The quality of the food is so good; it attracts many sportsmen, especially footballers, who are local celebrities and a big draw. So, come here armed with your autograph book and some friends to enjoy the meal. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Homemade dishes served in business atmosphere |
Calle Villalar 4 Madrid, Madrid 28001 Spain +34 91 431 7737 |
This eatery specialises in traditional home-cooking with a few concessions to modern ideas. The house special is a Stew of Chickpeas and Baby Squid. There's a good selection of young wines to choose from. It's a quiet, peaceful, unhurried sort of place, decorated with wood-panelled walls, white marble floors, a domed ceiling and subdued lighting. All in all, a perfect place to relax, eat, drink and converse that attracts business executives at lunchtime. There's a private dining area by the front door that seats six to eight people. Prices are reasonable - given the quality. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Specialising in game & offal |
Jorge Juan, 39 Madrid, Madrid 28001 Spain +34 91 576 8692 |
Game meats, wild mushrooms and off-cuts are the specialities, although the Crayfish Rolls are a popular delicacy as well. The wine list is excellent and so is the service. If you can't make up your mind from all the choices available on the menu, try the sampler menu for EUR45. It is an upmarket restaurant with a dining room divided into different sections by the use of railings and display cases. The modern decor has a light and bright feel to it, and the place attracts mainly business people at lunchtime. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The best of Catalan fare |
Mayor, 31 Madrid, Madrid 28013 Spain +34 91 365 7777 |
This traditional Catalan tavern specialises in Pa amb tomàquet (toasted country-style bread smeared with tomato, garlic and olive oil and then topped with cured meats). It serves other Catalan delicacies like Mongetes Amb Butifarra (white bean and sausage stew), Escalivada (roasted red pepper, aubergine and onion salad) and Esqueixada (marinated cod salad). As for drinks, you can choose from a good selection of wines from the best wine growing regions in Spain: Ribera del Duero, Rioja and Penedés. It has a pleasant atmosphere and a central location. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Serving grilled fish & meats |
Calle de Recoletos 3 Madrid, Madrid 28001 Spain +34 91 578 2497 http://www.asador-pelotari.com |
A well-known Basque restaurant that has been in business in the capital since 1992, it specialises in grilled red meats and fish. The specialities are Chuletón (huge T-bone steak) and Cogote De Merluza (hake cheeks). The starters vary according to the seasons. It's upmarket and expensive so attracts business executives and senior management types during the daytime. The decor is rustic and there are private dining rooms available along with a valet parking service. 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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Hearty peasant fare from León |
Cuesta de San Vicente 32 Madrid, Madrid 28008 Spain +34 91 559 3953 http://www.pradaatope.es/ |
Spain's most earthy and interesting peasant recipes undoubtedly come from Bierzo in the northern province of León and that's what you get here. The traditional soups will warm your bones, especially on cold winter nights. The cecina (smoked beef) and the delicious tortilla berciana (red pepper omelette) are wholesome, hearty and healthy. What's more, the prices are reasonable. If you can't make it to León, try this place. You won't be disappointed. It's a simple tavern decorated in rustic style with lots of wood, strings of garlic hanging from the walls and shelves full of bottles. The atmosphere is always lively and good humoured. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Specializing in cod |
Calle de Manuel de Falla 5 Madrid, Madrid 28036 Spain +34 (0)91 457 1549 |
What you will find here is an elegantly decorated dining room, a staff that offers impeccable service and popular Basque Country and Navarra recipes that have been brought up to date by the talented chef, Javier Oyarbide. He was brought up in the catering trade, as his family started one of Madrid's most respected restaurants, Zalacaín. The house specialty is bacalao al ajorriero (cod in garlic and wine sauce). You will be made to feel like royalty behind the modern glass façade. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Spanish & international cuisine |
Orfila, 3 Madrid, Madrid 28010 Spain +34 91 308 0382 |
Las Reses is a distinguished upmarket restaurant catering to a wealthy clientele looking for their favourite Spanish dishes, such as Callos A La Madrileña (tripe stew in a slightly spicy sauce). Reses means cattle and, not surprisingly, the house specialties are grilled red meats of all kinds. Once inside, antique furniture and bullfight posters surround you. There is an excellent selection of fine wines to choose from and valet parking is available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Meat and fish from Navarra |
Calle de Claudio Coello 71 Madrid, Madrid 28001 Spain +34 91 431 6771 http://www.grupo-oter.com/Oter... |
This restaurant specialises in seasonal dishes from Navarra in the north of Spain, such as Salt-Baked Fish and grilled meats of all kinds. It has an excellent wine list and a fine selection of cigars on offer, as well. Buy a box of cigars and the management will ensure that any remaining ones are kept in perfect condition for your next visit. The simple, modern interior is decorated in tones of grey and the place fills up with local business people at lunchtime. Private dining rooms and valet parking are available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Traditional home-cooking |
Calle de Barbieri 12 Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 (0)91 521 4524 |
A bullfighting restaurant that was a favourite haunt of Ernest Hemingway, it serves excellent oxtail stew, croquettes, Madrid-style tripe and black pudding. Strangely enough though, despite the down-on-the-ranch atmosphere, the house speciality is fresh hake, battered and deep-fried. Everything is prepared with old-fashioned care and attention and you can tell the difference. The most popular wines on their list are from Rioja (Marqués de Riscal and Viña Salceda) and Valdepeñas (Luis Mejía). The decor, for those who like bullfighting, is a comforting journey through the history of the battle between man and bull in the ring. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Spanish cuisine in a charming place |
Juan Hurtado de Mendoza, 11 Madrid 28036 Spain +1 34 91 3455952 |
Similar to many a modern Parisian bistros with its antique furniture and white linen tablecloths, this restaurant attracts journalists, politicians, and artists above all. The cooking has strong Galician and Catalan influences. Only the freshest natural ingredients are used. Try the oysters, Skate Hotpot, Cannelloni stuffed with pork shoulder, or Monkfish and Prawn Canapés. The wine list contains a wide selection of Spain's finest varieties. In summer, the outdoor terrace is in demand, so book well in advance. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lively Basque cider house |
Eloy Gonzalo, 26 Madrid, Madrid 28000 Spain +34 91 446 2588 |
A spectacularly successful Basque restaurant whose speciality dish is the horribly ugly but wonderfully tasty fish called txitxarro. Everything else on the menu is excellent as well, like the Cod Omelette, the Red Pepper Salad with Anchovies, the Grilled Cheese with Raspberry Sauce, the Monkfish cooked with Garlic and the huge chuletón (T-bone steak). There's a good selection of wines on offer in addition to draught cider straight from the barrel. It's a spacious place spread over two floors with a lively bar on the ground floor that serves great tapas. It's normally busy and bustling but you can always make yourself heard if you want to make serious conversation. This two-story restaurant is really spacious, and has an independent bar available for those who are enjoying some tapas. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Specialising in beef |
Calle De Beatriz de Bobadilla 9 Madrid, Madrid 28040 Spain +34 91 553 9506 |
The kitchen finds inspiration in the sheer range of variety offered by Spain's different regional cuisines and presents its own versions of honest Spanish food to a loyal clientele, most of whom work accross the road in the upper eschelons of the state telephone company. Grilled beef steaks, fresh fish, crayfish and artichoke salad, cured Iberian ham are all specialites. Leave some room for the delicious homemade apple tart. The simple decor and the friendly maitre d' will make you feel at home. You'll find it close to the main university campus and its prices are reasonable. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Seasonal Specials |
3 Calle de Goya NH Sanvy Madrid 28001 Spain +34 91 576 0800 http://www.nh-hotelsmadrid.com... |
Sorolla, which is located on the first floor of NH Sanvy offers dishes made of fresh seasonal ingredients. Traditional Spanish dishes are made using the best of the seasonal ingredients. It offers lunch, dinner and a buffet breakfast. Pick your choice of dish and relish at this relaxed restaurant. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Basque restaurant specialising in cod |
Costanilla de San Andrés 8 Madrid, Madrid 28005 Spain +34 91 365 6125 |
The focus here is on Basque cuisine from the Bilbao area rather than the more common specialities from San Sebastián. Nevertheless, cod in all its many varieties is still the star of the menu, especially prepared a la vizcaína (onions and red peppers) and al pil pil (olive oil and garlic). On Fridays and Saturdays, the kitchen serves up an unforgettable Alubiada (white bean stew feast). The wine list contains a fine selection from Rioja, Valdepeñas, Ribera del Duero and Penedés. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Home-cooking, Madrid-style |
General Pardiñas, 21 Madrid, Madrid 28001 Spain +34 91 575 2329 |
This is a noisy, lively tavern, which specialises in cocido madrileño (a two-course meal in itself, consisting of soup, chickpeas, vegetables and meat). Its other homemade specials are excellent as well, including the Empanada de Bacalao Con Pasas (cod pasty with raisins), Berberechos (steamed cockles), pork loin, cured cheeses and fresh red bream (Besugo). There's not much space, so book ahead if you want a seat. All the tapas and specials of the day are written up on blackboards placed around the bar, which is normally crowded with locals. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Home-style cooking in a medieval setting |
Toledo, 28 Madrid, Madrid 28005 Spain +34 91 366 4000 |
Taberna la Percha is divided in two dining areas: one's a traditional tapas bar and the other is a more formal but still relaxed dining room in which homemade specials are offered. Specials include dishes like Huevos Rotos with Ham (basically, fried eggs with ham) and Migas (bread crumbs fried in olive oil with peppers and chunks of spicy sausage). The building itself features a domed 14th-century ceiling and the remains of an old Moorish wall, but the restaurant only dates from 1998. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Homemade food in an authentic tavern |
Santo Tomé, 5 Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 310 1503 |
Come here for first-rate homecooking that a traditional village housewife would be proud of. Try the outstanding spicy tripe and chickpea stew, the Spanish omelette or meatballs in tomato sauce, in particular. It's a spacious tavern that occupies a whole street corner with seven different balconies. The interior is all rustic-style dark wood around a huge bar. As for prices, raciones (large tapas) range from (EUR 2-9) and there's a set price gourmet menu at just (EUR 15) for three courses. You can choose from fine Spanish wines, vermouth on tap or draught beer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The best of Andalusia |
Manuel Fernández y González, 3 Madrid, Madrid 28014 Spain +34 91 429 5833 |
There are two Sevilla taverns in Madrid (the other is located on Núñez de Arce, 6. tel. +34 91 532 0882);each offers an authentic taste of Andalusia. You are surrounded by the typical coloured ceramic tiles and wrought-iron window grilles. As for the food, you´ll find all the favourite southern tapas on offer along with the house specialty, fresh trout. Don´t miss the mixed fried Mediterranean fish, or Pescaíto at EUR12.02 for a large portion or the Asparagus Omelette or the selection of canapés. The clientele is an interesting combination of tourists, bullfighters, footballers, and TV personalities in here. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Castilian food and excellent red meats |
Calle Cava Baja 32 Madrid, Madrid 28005 Spain +34 91 366 3838 / +34 91 366 8323 http://www.casalucio.es/lucio3... |
Traditional dishes like Hevos Estrellados (fried eggs with potatoes and ham) and Rabo de Toro (oxtail stew) served up by the same owners who run the historic restaurant, Casa Lucio. You do not find as many famous people eating here as in Casa Lucio, but the food is the same: lamb chops, roast suckling pig, grilled steaks and for dessert, homemade rice pudding. Red meats are the house speciality, and they're best accompanied by solid red wines. Valet parking is available. A sampler menu is available for EUR24.04. Review © 2007, Wcities |