DK Travel : Madrid : Places to eat

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El Comunista

The sign says “wine shop” (Tienda de Vinos ) but this taberna has been known as “The Communist” since the postwar days when proprietor Vincent Gómez fed hard-up writers and artists. The prices are still good. The menu includes standards like garlic soup, washed down with house wine (see El Comunista).
El Escarpín

This lively Asturian tavern serves regional specialities such as bean soup (fabada ) and sausages in cider (chorizo a la sidra ).
El Oso y El Madroño

Specialities at the “Bear and Arbutus tree” (Madrid’s emblem) include the famous stew cocido (see El Oso y El Madroño).
El Oso y El Madroño

The hurdy-gurdy by the door plays a version of the chotis , a traditional dance still performed by madrileños at the San Isidro festival. Order a plate of snails (caracoles ) and a glass of beer. The dining room also serves other typical Madrid fare (see El Oso y El Madroño).
El Parnasillo

Located in the trendy Malasaña district, this café and bar is decorated in belle époque style and is one of the oldest cafés in the area. On offer are home-made cakes and a wide choice of coffee. Come early evening for hot drinks or sip one of El Parnasillo’s famous cocktails later on. Snacks are also available.
El Parnasillo

Cocktails are the speciality of this Malasaña bar.
El Pez Gordo

A popular hang-out with the young crowd, “the fat fish” offers a menu del día as well as tapas .
El Rincón de Goya

Decorated with scenes of old Madrid, this popular local serves standards such as the Madrid stew cocido .
El Templo del Café

This ethnic café just off Gran Vía is also a shop, selling African crafts, and a restaurant. Tasteful decor with an African theme.
El Tranco

This pleasant restaurant serves up basic but tasty home cooking including jamón Ibérico . The terrace is open in summer.

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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