Madrid, with its rich cultural tapestry and vibrant atmosphere, offers a plethora of experiences for both locals and tourists. Here’s a curated list of Leons favorite places to visit, eat, and enjoy a night out in the Spanish capital.
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What to do/ eat in Madrid?
Well, Madrid with it,s over 5 Million inhabitants has a lot to offer.
Besides visiting the typical tourist attraction, here are our favorite (food) places:
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El Mercado de San Miguel
Food Market / Architecture
El Mercado de San Miguel is a vibrant food market in Madrid. With its elegant iron structure, it houses a variety of stalls offering delicious Spanish delicacies. From fresh seafood to gourmet tapas and fine wines, it’s a must-visit for food lovers. A little bit expensive – so just take some tapas a wine and then move for example to XXX or XXX afterwards.
Do: Spanish cuisine in general ,Seafood
Do not: Buy stupid food: Mozzarella buns, japanese ice cream, colored mini burgers look good – taste mediocre.
上海老生煎
Shanghai Pan Fried Dumplings
Why are there Chinese Dumplings on my favorite food list in Madrid? Because this is my list. This is a real secret. If you want to see a real market hall from the inside, with real people doing their business and want to eat fantastic for not so much money – this is your choice. Go there with a group and order random dumplings. Fantastic! It is inside the market hall!
La Paradita Tapas Bar
Tapas Bar
La Paradita Tapas Bar: Where taste meets affordability, this place is perfect for a quick and budget-friendly tapas fix. The extensive menu offers a range of options at reasonable prices. It’s a self-service setup, so be prepared to order at the bar. The terrace provides a great view of the Royal Palace, but it gets crowded on weekends. Good value for money. Just be prepared for queues on busy days. Overall, a decent spot to enjoy Madrid with the four Bs: Bueno, Bonito, Barato y Beer!
Bar Vistillas
Tapas/ Bar/ Nice Views
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If you are near the Cathedral, this is the perfect place to be. Beautiful terrace, best view and often you are getting a nice spot to sit. Perfect place to drink a Tinto de Verano or a Aperol Spritz and share some food
Juanchos BBQ
Best Hamburger in Spain
The best Burger in Spain. Not as fancy as your typical Hipster Hamburger from Hamburg, but the quality of meat is otherworldly. Do not go to the Juanchos bbq in the center. It is for Amateurs. Go to the one in the Food court of the Market of Chamberi. (Use the metro).
1. Order the Bacon Juancheeseburger with Fries and the Mamba Sauce. No other. It is the best.
2. Get a Jamonera Beer at the la Virgina Brewery stand next to Juanchos bbq.
3. Get some Sake from the Japanese vendor on the other side. (You can’t skip this step!)
Eat. Drink. Repeat Step 2 and 3.
If you think that an american hamburger, spanish beer, and japanese sake are not fitting together. You are wrong. The best.
Afterward you can check out the neighborhood of Chamberi, where there are some nice fancy bars or go afterwards to the club Suéltate el Pelo.
Superchulo Madrid
Vegan/ Organic Tapas
A nice vegetarian Restaurant. Colorful vegan & vegetarian cuisine like pizza & pasta served up in an airy space.
La Buha Chueca
Tapas
A Tipp from Lucias Family (Gracias Almu!): La buha y el búho. Both situated next to each other. Nice Tapas at a cool city spot.
BARS/ NIGHTLIFE / CLUBS
Well these bars are not in the center – because surprise – we live somewhere else. Get into the Metro and visit my favorite places:
El Tigre
Tapas/ Drinks/ Start here you evening
Bar El Tigre in Madrid. If you can overlook the quantity-over-quality approach, and you’re up for a challenge and hungry for a bargain, this legendary tapas joint might just be your quirky start into the nightlife of madrid. Just order drinks and find a table – food will magically appear on your table for free. 18 Year old Leon would love this place. There is a upper flor with more seating. Maybe not the best place for vegans.
Funambulista Bar
Coctelería/ Bar
I nice, but small Coctelería en Madrid.
Good service and awesome cocktails!
El pez gato
An awesome pub to continue the evening. Try their Vermouth drinks! Their logo remembers me to Ralf. 😉
Suéltate el Pelo
Club/Bar/Disco
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Suéltate el Pelo in Madrid is not just a bar—it’s a vibrant time capsule of Spanish pop-rock music and nostalgia. Step into this lively establishment where the playlist takes you on a journey from the Movida Madrileña to the latest Spanish hits. It’s not just a pub; it’s a living museum of our pop culture, a whimsical meeting spot where the nostalgic can revel in the games, toys, dolls, and references of the ’80s and ’90s. It’s where Bud Spencer meets Sesame Street, creating a unique blend of music, memories, and sheer fun.
Remembers Leon to the Waechter in Braunschweig.
Tip: They open a second floor in the basement, when it is full.
The Irish Rover
Club/ Disco/ Pub
Welcome to the Irish Rover in Madrid and step into this hilarious cultural collision, where Irish charm meets Spanish fiesta on 500m2.