A lot has changed in recent years in the gastronomic area. Madrileños love to dine outside, and some of the most sought-after restaurants need reservation well in advance. A new generation of chefs has reinvented traditional dishes. Chefs take care of local producers and spend more time in the market than in the kitchen… Prepare your palate and get it ready to enjoy some of our favorite restaurants to enjoy fine dining in Madrid.
Our criteria to get the restaurants in this list include a comprehensive wine list, excellent service level, and menus that get inspired by seasonal products. Some of the best restaurants in Madrid are included in this list.
Viridiana in Madrid This is a mythical restaurant in Madrid. A gastronomic temple in which the soul and personality of his chef, Abraham Garcia, is felt everywhere. The name Viridiana was chosen after a film from Buñuel, whom Abraham got to know in Madrid. Viridiana does not follow trends or fashion. The restaurant offers generous portions and for many people in Madrid, this restaurant is a better option than Michelin
YOUnique – Only You Boutique Hotel Madrid The restaurant Only You Boutique Hotel brings a bit of the Mediterranean coast to Chueca district. Chef Carlos Martín who has worked at some of the top restaurants in Spain (El Celler de Can Roca and Mugaritz) and brings all of his talent and knowledge to this new project. Dishes like almadraba tuna carpaccio with green mustard and horseradish, cod “coca” with crudité
Ático by Ramon Freixa – The Principal Madrid Hotel? You might miss the penthouse restaurant of Ramón Freixa if you aren’t paying attention. The Catalonian chef, the owner of 2 Michelin stars, is responsible for the excellent food served in this amazing restaurant situated on the second to last floor of the ” The Principal” Hotel. The restaurant is elegant and luxurious and offers amazing views of Madrid from its
Dos Cielos Madrid by Hermanos eTorres – Review The Torres brothers are famous chefs in Spain. Their TV show has been successful for years and they were always eager to open a restaurant in Madrid, and you can tell they have well done!. They opted for a restaurant that could offer fine dining near the Royal Palace, a location that can suit both locals and visitors to Madrid alike. They
Arce restaurant in Chueca – Review A staple of the Chueca neighborhood, Arce never disappoints. When Arce opended in Chueca the nights in the district were wild and influenced by the spirit of La Movida. But during the daytime the streets recovered their traditional spirit and locals visited the San Antón market and some of the old taverns in the area. Today Chueca has changed dramatically and it is not
La Esquina del Real – Review La Esquina del Real is an excellent French restaurant in Madrid at a fantastic location.. This cute little restaurant, run by chef Jesús, is reminiscent of a Parisian bistró. If you want to enjoy good French cuisine in Madrid, La Esquina del Real restaurant is a perfect restaurant. La Esquina del Real opened in 91 by the hand of the renowned chef Marcel Margossian
A lot has changed in recent years in the gastronomic area. Madrileños love to dine outside, and some of the most sought-after restaurants need reservation well in advance. A new generation of chefs has reinvented traditional dishes. Chefs take care of local producers and spend more time in the market than in the kitchen… Prepare your palate and get it ready to enjoy some of our favorites.
Madrid is one of the most famous cities in Madrid for tapas. Many bars and restaurants in Madrid are flexible and offer half Raciones and will not have a problem with other different starters instead of a rigid three-course meal. We aim at providing a list of top places for tapas in Madrid. We cover different styles and budgets
Despite there are terraces where you can enjoy a Cerveza or horchata that may simply not be enough and after all the walking the Retiro involves,and your stomach may simply ramble. Do not worry! In this list, we provide you with our top recommended restaurants near the Retiro Park.
Children can sometimes be picky with food. You may find yourself willing to try local traditional food while your children simply wish for a gigantic pizza.
To be in this list, restaurants need to offer tasty food, have a kid-welcoming atmosphere. Instead of going blind while you wander in Madrid, this list will let you decide which of the different selected restaurants match your tastes and budget.
Paella is an icon for Spanish cuisine. This colourful dish which is prepared in various versions (seafood, vegetables, chicken…) is great for all sorts of meals and dinners. Madrid is home to many restaurants owned by locals from Valencia that came to live to Madrid or many chefs that are in love with this dish. Our team of local experts recommend the best paella restaurants in Madrid
Couples that arrive to Madrid to enjoy a romantic break or to celebrate an anniversary or special occasion will find it easy to discover some hidden treasures and ideas that can bring that extra magic to their stay. We recommend you to visit our guide with romantic things to do and ideas in Madrid.
From parks to go hand in hand during romantic strolls, to restaurants that offer that perfect atmosphere to end the day… Our team of local experts have hand-picked the following restaurants.
