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Address: Calle Tetuán, 12, Madrid, ES
Casa Labra has special historical significance because the Spanish Socialist party was established here in 1879. When you enter, you'll get the impression that the dark wood interior and Spanish-style décor appears to have changed very little over the past 100 or so years, and this just adds to the tavern's charm....
Address: Plaza de Santa Ana 6, Madrid 28012
If you are lucky, maybe you can sit at "Hemingway's Table" in the near right-hand corner at this charming little restaurant. You can order beer or wine and spend a relaxing afternoon sitting and taking in your surroundings. Be sure and try their delectable Spanish omelet or fried sardines. METRO: Sol
Address: Plaza Goya 70, Madrid 28004
This charming restaurant was established in 1947. It now sports a modern and most friendly atmosphere. Included in their menu of tapas are homemade potato chips, fresh shrimp, crab meat, lobster, and barnacles. Cerveceria Santa Barbara is famous for its seafood! METRO: Alonzo or Martinez
Address: Santa Bárbara 11, on Plaza de San Ildefonso, Madrid ES 28004
Conache is one few places in this area where you can eat creative tapas without being subjected to white minimalist décor. The strip lighting and gambling machines frighten off the hipsters, although the eatery has a terrace and a few concessions to décor in the shape of knick-knacks from Nepal and Africa. Open for...
Address: Libertad, 4-6, Madrid ES 28004
A Madrid tapas bar straight out of central casting, this 150-year-old town house has all the traditional accoutrements, from bullfighting posters to Andalusian pottery. Behind the bar, chef Miguel Benavente and his team busily prepare traditional tapas – you won't suffer any parmesan foam and vodka ice cream here....
Address: Hileras, 17, Madrid ES 28013
This cavernous Asturian cider tavern has the typical stripped down no-nonsense look of its kind. Start off with a bottle of the natural apple cider – the barman will shake it and pour it over a bucket from a height of three feet to carbonate it naturally. Drink it immediately before the bubbles disappear. Asturian bar...
Address: Augusto Figueroa, 47, Madrid ES 28004
Run by the cinematic Bardem family (the Oscar-winning Javier, along with sister Mónica, brother Carlos and old screen legend mother Pilar). Miniature movie sets, family photos and film stills adorn the walls. The tapas and larger raciones are named after Bardem films (mostly Javier's). Madrid's cool crowd hangs out at...
Address: Centro, Madrid, ES
This classy, stand-up snack bar has an antique decor that has survived since its establishment in 1839. This bar is famous for its inexpensive selections, including some delicious tapas. You must try the croquettes, and if you happen to be in the area on a chilly day, Lhardy's soup is the perfect remedy for the cold!...
Address: Centro, Madrid, ES
ECHEGARAY. Once run by gypsies, Los Gabrieles attracts a large group of hip young adults. Menu features delectable tapas choices served by an excellent waitstaff. The walls are decorated with ornate tiles, depicting scenes such as Velázquez's "Los Borrachos." Business casual attire. METRO: Sevilla
Address: Almendro, 27, Madrid ES 28005
Named after its charming location in an old shoemaker's shop, this boisterous tavern is festooned with old tools of the cobbler's trade. In homage to the restaurant's origins, its signature flat little canapés are known as suelas or shoe soles. The broad bar is always heaving with rowdy clients having a quick cold...
