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Jan 23, 2025Platea Madrid: the largest gastronomic space in Europe
From tapas bars to a three-Michelin-starred restaurant, Platea Madrid is a former cinema transformed into a gastronomic hub
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Finding good food in Madrid is easy—the hard part is having enough time to try everything the Spanish capital has to offer. But our local tips on where to eat and drink in Madrid are here to help you on this delicious mission.
One of the best things about the city’s bars and restaurants is that most offer a free tapa with each drink. A "tapa" is a small appetizer, which could be a serving of olives, bread with tortilla de patatas, or even a bit of paella. If you’re hungrier, you can always order a “ración,” which is a full individual portion of a dish.
Beer also comes in different sizes. In Madrid, a “caña” is 200 ml, a “doble” is 400 ml, and a “pinta” is nearly 500 ml.
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Jan 23, 2025Chocolateria San Ginés: Madrid's most famous churros
Some places are still worth a visit even if they’re already well-known. That’s the case with Chocolatería San Ginés, which many Madrileños consider the best churros in the city
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Jan 23, 2025El Jardín Secreto: the most decorated café in Madrid
With decor that borders on excess, El Jardín Secreto is the perfect place for coffee and dessert
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Jan 23, 2025Taberna de Ángel Sierra: the Sistine Chapel of bars
Open for 102 years, this tavern has appeared in an Almodóvar film and boasts a breathtaking décor
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Jan 23, 2025Bodega de la Ardosa: one of Madrid’s oldest taverns
Opened in 1892, Bodega de la Ardosa still preserves historic elements, serves amazing tapas, and stands out for its vermouth.
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Jan 22, 2025Taberna del Mozárabe: delicious and affordable tapas
Near the touristy Plaza de España, Taberna del Mozárabe is a local favorite for its delicious and affordable tapas.
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Jan 22, 2025Sala Equis: a former adult cinema that became one of Madrid’s most unique spots
The city's last adult cinema is now a popular gathering and entertainment spot for Madrileños
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Jan 22, 2025Mercado de San Fernando
With great food at good prices, San Fernando does not disappoint and is not always packed with tourists
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Jan 22, 2025Have a coffee and adopt a cat at La Gatoteca.
A cat café where you can meet and take home your new furry best friend.