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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhen it comes to lunch in Madrid, the trick is to grab a men\u00fa del d\u00eda. <\/a><\/em>In Spain, lunch is the most important meal of the day, with many restaurants offering this multi-course meal deal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Traditional Lunch Restaurants in Madrid<\/h2>\n\n\n\nThese are old-school taverns. You know, the ones where old men convene with their pals to drink vermouth at the bar. These taverns are known for cooking up the most traditional and classic versions of Spanish food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Heads up: Don’t expect staff at these old-school places to speak much English. (But we promise that the food is worth it!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. Taberna de Maceiras<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
From octopus and squid to clams and cod, Taberna de Maceiras<\/a> brings Galician spirit and cuisine to Madrid. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Step aside, paella\u2014Galicia’s underrated rice dishes deserve some love, too!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n2. La Casa de la Tortilla<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
They say there are two kinds of people: ones that like their tortilla runny and others that like it well done. No matter where you fall on the tortilla de patatas<\/em><\/a> spectrum, La Casa de la Tortilla will make yours to order however you like it! Head over around 1:30 p.m. and you\u2019ll join a crowd of working-class Spaniards for laughs and lunch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Simple Spanish food at its finest: the tortilla de patatas<\/em>.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n3. La Casa de las Torrijas<\/h3>\n\n\n\nThere’s no better way to get two madrile\u00f1os<\/em> into an argument than by asking whose grandmother makes the best torrijas<\/em>\u2014especially in the aptly named La Casa de las Torrijas. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
This charming little spot in Madrid’s historic center has been serving torrijas<\/em> since 1907. Torrijas<\/em> are often referred to as the Spanish version of French toast, and they\u2019re very common around Easter. The good news for torrija<\/em> lovers is that they\u2019re served at La Casa de Las Torrijas year round! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
At some point along the way, they added savory dishes to the menu here, too. Today, they offer a daily men\u00fa del d\u00eda<\/em>, making this place a must for lunch in Madrid! If you\u2019re like us and love to end each meal with a special dessert, La Casa de las Torrijas is a must.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Torrijas dusted with plenty of cinnamon sugar.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nContemporary Lunch Restaurants in Madrid<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The traditional Spanish taverns hold a special charm that can\u2019t be dismissed, but let\u2019s get real: sometimes not even young Spaniards want to have lunch with their grandparents!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019re looking to have lunch in Madrid in a place with a more modern feel, these restaurants are a must. They work hard to be contemporary while staying true to the traditional roots of Spanish cuisine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
4. La Colmada<\/h3>\n\n\n\nEver heard of a \u201cneotavern\u201d? <\/p>\n\n\n\n
They\u2019re a lot like the old-school lunch spots mentioned earlier, but with a face lift. The decor is a little more hip, the walls have a fresh coat of paint and the business cards have logos. Yet the dishes are still the same hand-me-down recipes from a Spanish grandmother. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
In Madrid, that\u2019s what we call a neotavern and La Colmada is the perfect example of one!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
At midday, the kitchen prepares a dish of the day for \u20ac5.50, and for another \u20ac2.50 you can add a drink and a side of bread to the mix. A lunch this good in Madrid for that price is unheard of!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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As if their excellent lunch deals weren’t enough, La Colmada also puts together fabulous cheese and charcuterie platters featuring the best Spanish cured goodies.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n5. Rosi La Loca<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Tucked away on the narrow Calle de C\u00e1diz, you’ll find Rosi La Loca<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
6. Badila<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
A hidden gem in the Lavapi\u00e9s<\/a> neighborhood, Badila serves up traditionally inspired Spanish dishes with a touch of international flair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Badila’s incredible chicharro<\/em>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nLunch in Madrid FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhat is a typical lunch in Spain?<\/strong> Lunch in Spain is the main meal of the day, so dishes tend to be heartier and more filling than at dinner. At home, this can mean a hearty stew, a rice dish like paella, or something meat- or seafood-based. When eating out, many restaurants offer a men\u00fa del d\u00eda<\/em> of a starter, main, bread, dessert or coffee, and a drink, all for one reasonable price. <\/p> <\/div>
What time is lunch in Madrid?<\/strong> Most madrile\u00f1os<\/em> eat lunch between 2 and 3:30 p.m. Restaurants tend to open around 1 p.m. at the earliest.<\/p> <\/div>
How much does lunch cost in Madrid?<\/strong> The popular men\u00fa del d\u00eda<\/em> fixed-price meal, which is available at most Madrid restaurants at lunchtime, costs an average of \u20ac10\u201315.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n
Update Notice: This post was originally published on May 20, 2019 and was updated with new text and photos on September 29, 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Want to join us for lunch in Madrid? Our <\/strong>Ultimate Spanish Cuisine Tour<\/strong><\/a> is calling your name. This daytime experience will give you a crash course in local food and eating habits, so you’ll be able to venture into even the most crowded restaurant or tapas bar with no fear. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
2. La Casa de la Tortilla<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
They say there are two kinds of people: ones that like their tortilla runny and others that like it well done. No matter where you fall on the tortilla de patatas<\/em><\/a> spectrum, La Casa de la Tortilla will make yours to order however you like it! Head over around 1:30 p.m. and you\u2019ll join a crowd of working-class Spaniards for laughs and lunch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
3. La Casa de las Torrijas<\/h3>\n\n\n\nThere’s no better way to get two madrile\u00f1os<\/em> into an argument than by asking whose grandmother makes the best torrijas<\/em>\u2014especially in the aptly named La Casa de las Torrijas. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
This charming little spot in Madrid’s historic center has been serving torrijas<\/em> since 1907. Torrijas<\/em> are often referred to as the Spanish version of French toast, and they\u2019re very common around Easter. The good news for torrija<\/em> lovers is that they\u2019re served at La Casa de Las Torrijas year round! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
At some point along the way, they added savory dishes to the menu here, too. Today, they offer a daily men\u00fa del d\u00eda<\/em>, making this place a must for lunch in Madrid! If you\u2019re like us and love to end each meal with a special dessert, La Casa de las Torrijas is a must.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Torrijas dusted with plenty of cinnamon sugar.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nContemporary Lunch Restaurants in Madrid<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The traditional Spanish taverns hold a special charm that can\u2019t be dismissed, but let\u2019s get real: sometimes not even young Spaniards want to have lunch with their grandparents!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019re looking to have lunch in Madrid in a place with a more modern feel, these restaurants are a must. They work hard to be contemporary while staying true to the traditional roots of Spanish cuisine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
4. La Colmada<\/h3>\n\n\n\nEver heard of a \u201cneotavern\u201d? <\/p>\n\n\n\n
They\u2019re a lot like the old-school lunch spots mentioned earlier, but with a face lift. The decor is a little more hip, the walls have a fresh coat of paint and the business cards have logos. Yet the dishes are still the same hand-me-down recipes from a Spanish grandmother. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
In Madrid, that\u2019s what we call a neotavern and La Colmada is the perfect example of one!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
At midday, the kitchen prepares a dish of the day for \u20ac5.50, and for another \u20ac2.50 you can add a drink and a side of bread to the mix. A lunch this good in Madrid for that price is unheard of!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As if their excellent lunch deals weren’t enough, La Colmada also puts together fabulous cheese and charcuterie platters featuring the best Spanish cured goodies.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n5. Rosi La Loca<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Tucked away on the narrow Calle de C\u00e1diz, you’ll find Rosi La Loca<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
6. Badila<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
A hidden gem in the Lavapi\u00e9s<\/a> neighborhood, Badila serves up traditionally inspired Spanish dishes with a touch of international flair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Badila’s incredible chicharro<\/em>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nLunch in Madrid FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhat is a typical lunch in Spain?<\/strong> Lunch in Spain is the main meal of the day, so dishes tend to be heartier and more filling than at dinner. At home, this can mean a hearty stew, a rice dish like paella, or something meat- or seafood-based. When eating out, many restaurants offer a men\u00fa del d\u00eda<\/em> of a starter, main, bread, dessert or coffee, and a drink, all for one reasonable price. <\/p> <\/div>
What time is lunch in Madrid?<\/strong> Most madrile\u00f1os<\/em> eat lunch between 2 and 3:30 p.m. Restaurants tend to open around 1 p.m. at the earliest.<\/p> <\/div>
How much does lunch cost in Madrid?<\/strong> The popular men\u00fa del d\u00eda<\/em> fixed-price meal, which is available at most Madrid restaurants at lunchtime, costs an average of \u20ac10\u201315.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n
Update Notice: This post was originally published on May 20, 2019 and was updated with new text and photos on September 29, 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Want to join us for lunch in Madrid? Our <\/strong>Ultimate Spanish Cuisine Tour<\/strong><\/a> is calling your name. This daytime experience will give you a crash course in local food and eating habits, so you’ll be able to venture into even the most crowded restaurant or tapas bar with no fear. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Contemporary Lunch Restaurants in Madrid<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The traditional Spanish taverns hold a special charm that can\u2019t be dismissed, but let\u2019s get real: sometimes not even young Spaniards want to have lunch with their grandparents!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019re looking to have lunch in Madrid in a place with a more modern feel, these restaurants are a must. They work hard to be contemporary while staying true to the traditional roots of Spanish cuisine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
4. La Colmada<\/h3>\n\n\n\nEver heard of a \u201cneotavern\u201d? <\/p>\n\n\n\n
They\u2019re a lot like the old-school lunch spots mentioned earlier, but with a face lift. The decor is a little more hip, the walls have a fresh coat of paint and the business cards have logos. Yet the dishes are still the same hand-me-down recipes from a Spanish grandmother. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
In Madrid, that\u2019s what we call a neotavern and La Colmada is the perfect example of one!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
At midday, the kitchen prepares a dish of the day for \u20ac5.50, and for another \u20ac2.50 you can add a drink and a side of bread to the mix. A lunch this good in Madrid for that price is unheard of!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As if their excellent lunch deals weren’t enough, La Colmada also puts together fabulous cheese and charcuterie platters featuring the best Spanish cured goodies.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n5. Rosi La Loca<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Tucked away on the narrow Calle de C\u00e1diz, you’ll find Rosi La Loca<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
6. Badila<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
A hidden gem in the Lavapi\u00e9s<\/a> neighborhood, Badila serves up traditionally inspired Spanish dishes with a touch of international flair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Badila’s incredible chicharro<\/em>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nLunch in Madrid FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhat is a typical lunch in Spain?<\/strong> Lunch in Spain is the main meal of the day, so dishes tend to be heartier and more filling than at dinner. At home, this can mean a hearty stew, a rice dish like paella, or something meat- or seafood-based. When eating out, many restaurants offer a men\u00fa del d\u00eda<\/em> of a starter, main, bread, dessert or coffee, and a drink, all for one reasonable price. <\/p> <\/div>
What time is lunch in Madrid?<\/strong> Most madrile\u00f1os<\/em> eat lunch between 2 and 3:30 p.m. Restaurants tend to open around 1 p.m. at the earliest.<\/p> <\/div>
How much does lunch cost in Madrid?<\/strong> The popular men\u00fa del d\u00eda<\/em> fixed-price meal, which is available at most Madrid restaurants at lunchtime, costs an average of \u20ac10\u201315.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n
Update Notice: This post was originally published on May 20, 2019 and was updated with new text and photos on September 29, 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Want to join us for lunch in Madrid? Our <\/strong>Ultimate Spanish Cuisine Tour<\/strong><\/a> is calling your name. This daytime experience will give you a crash course in local food and eating habits, so you’ll be able to venture into even the most crowded restaurant or tapas bar with no fear. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
5. Rosi La Loca<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Tucked away on the narrow Calle de C\u00e1diz, you’ll find Rosi La Loca<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
6. Badila<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
A hidden gem in the Lavapi\u00e9s<\/a> neighborhood, Badila serves up traditionally inspired Spanish dishes with a touch of international flair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Lunch in Madrid FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhat is a typical lunch in Spain?<\/strong> Lunch in Spain is the main meal of the day, so dishes tend to be heartier and more filling than at dinner. At home, this can mean a hearty stew, a rice dish like paella, or something meat- or seafood-based. When eating out, many restaurants offer a men\u00fa del d\u00eda<\/em> of a starter, main, bread, dessert or coffee, and a drink, all for one reasonable price. <\/p> <\/div>
What time is lunch in Madrid?<\/strong> Most madrile\u00f1os<\/em> eat lunch between 2 and 3:30 p.m. Restaurants tend to open around 1 p.m. at the earliest.<\/p> <\/div>
How much does lunch cost in Madrid?<\/strong> The popular men\u00fa del d\u00eda<\/em> fixed-price meal, which is available at most Madrid restaurants at lunchtime, costs an average of \u20ac10\u201315.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n
Update Notice: This post was originally published on May 20, 2019 and was updated with new text and photos on September 29, 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Want to join us for lunch in Madrid? Our <\/strong>Ultimate Spanish Cuisine Tour<\/strong><\/a> is calling your name. This daytime experience will give you a crash course in local food and eating habits, so you’ll be able to venture into even the most crowded restaurant or tapas bar with no fear. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Lunch in Spain is the main meal of the day, so dishes tend to be heartier and more filling than at dinner. At home, this can mean a hearty stew, a rice dish like paella, or something meat- or seafood-based. When eating out, many restaurants offer a men\u00fa del d\u00eda<\/em> of a starter, main, bread, dessert or coffee, and a drink, all for one reasonable price. <\/p> <\/div>
Most madrile\u00f1os<\/em> eat lunch between 2 and 3:30 p.m. Restaurants tend to open around 1 p.m. at the earliest.<\/p> <\/div>
The popular men\u00fa del d\u00eda<\/em> fixed-price meal, which is available at most Madrid restaurants at lunchtime, costs an average of \u20ac10\u201315.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n
Update Notice: This post was originally published on May 20, 2019 and was updated with new text and photos on September 29, 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Want to join us for lunch in Madrid? Our <\/strong>Ultimate Spanish Cuisine Tour<\/strong><\/a> is calling your name. This daytime experience will give you a crash course in local food and eating habits, so you’ll be able to venture into even the most crowded restaurant or tapas bar with no fear. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"