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  • Alhambra

    Atmospheric tapas bar – from 11pm at weekends you can only eat standing at the bar (see Alhambra).

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  • Arrocería Gala

    The glass-roofed terrace is the main attraction of this restaurant specializing in rice-based dishes.

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  • Asador Frontón

    A classic asador where meat and fish dishes are grilled over charcoal (see Asador Frontón).

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  • Botín

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

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  • Casa Alberto
    Casa Alberto

    This historic tavern is where the author Cervantes wrote part of Don Quixote . Wood panelling gives it a warm atmosphere. Vermouth dispensed on draught from an antique pump. Traditional madrileño cooking.

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  • Casa Lucio

    It’s worth splashing out on a meal in this restaurant renowned for its roasts. Booking ahead is essential.

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  • El Cenador del Prado

    French-influenced cooking and a relaxed ambience are what make this restaurant a continued hit. Make sure you save room for the wonderful desserts (see El Cenador del Prado).

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  • 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).

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  • La Casa del Abuelo

    This tapas bar par excellence was founded in 1906 and is still going strong. The speciality of the house is prawns (see La Casa del Abuelo).

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  • La Falsa Molestia

    Italian restaurant which has banished pizza in favour of nouvelle cuisine .

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