DK Travel : Madrid : Places to eat

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Balzac

A classy restaurant near the Prado. The Mediterranean food is distinguished and there’s an excellent wine list. Book ahead.
Bocaíto

Classic tapas . The prawn and garlic tostadas are wonderful (see El Bocaíto).
Bodegas el Maño

This old-fashioned wine cellar really looks the part, with fluted columns and painted barrels. Draught vermouth, beers and wines. A good range of tapas – the stuffed squid goes down a treat.
Botín

On the authority of the Guinness Book of Records , Botín is the world’s oldest restaurant, having opened its doors in 1725. The dining rooms retain much of their original decor including azulejo tiles and oak beams, and the atmosphere is convivial. Botín is famous for Castilian fare and the house speciality, roast suckling pig (see Botín).
Botín

American writer Ernest Hemingway was a fan of this restaurant. His favourite dish, roast suckling pig, is still a house speciality (see Botín).
Café Chócala

This small café, opposite the main gate of the Parque del Retiro (see Parque del Retiro), makes a good coffee stop.
Café Comercial

Founded in 1887, and for that reason alone is a “must see”. Tatty, fin-de-siècle decor. Internet café upstairs.
Café de Oriente

Elegant café with velvet seats, stucco ceiling and summer terrace.
Café del Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza

This pleasant café (see Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza) has an à la carte menu and a good selection of snacks and light meals.
Café Isadora

Small stylish bar, decorated with posters of the legendary dancer Isadora Duncan. Jazz plays in the background while you chat over champagne cocktails and unusual liqueur coffees.

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Restaurant price categories

For a three-course meal for one with half a bottle of wine (or equivalent meal), taxes and extra charges.
- under €25
- €25-€35
- €35-€55
- €55-€70
- €over €70