Malasaña & Conde Duque
A citywide poll for the best croquetas (croquettes) in Madrid would see half of those polled voting for Casa Julio and the remainder not doing so only…
Must-see restaurants in Malasaña & Conde Duque
Malasaña & Conde Duque
It’s difficult to overstate how popular this place is among people in the know in Madrid’s food scene. The seasonal menu prepared by chef Juanjo López…
Malasaña & Conde Duque
Every time we come here, this place is full to bursting, which is not surprising given its philosophy of great tortilla (15 kinds!), splendid croquetas …
Malasaña & Conde Duque
One of Malasaña's best deals, this place has a wildly popular tapas bar and a classy but casual restaurant out the back. The restaurant waiters never seem…
Malasaña & Conde Duque
A welcome break from ubiquitous chain bakeries, Levadura Madre Malasaña sells real-deal sourdough loaves, quiches, pastries and empanadas. The products…
Malasaña & Conde Duque
Going strong since 1892, the wood-panelled bar of Bodega de la Ardosa is brimful with charm. To come here and not try the salmorejo (cold tomato soup made…
Malasaña & Conde Duque
One of the best places to see and be seen, Federal has an extensive international menu including breakfast, brunch, sandwiches, drinks and more. It's been…
Malasaña & Conde Duque
This fabulous find sits in the increasingly cool corner of Malasaña that is flourishing just off the back of Gran Vía. The decor is quite lovely, all…
Malasaña & Conde Duque
Proving that fish-based dishes are perfect for sharing, La Pescadería serves up everything from cod fritters to octopus carpaccio to mussels. Meat dishes,…
Malasaña & Conde Duque
This vintage-style cafe takes coffee and cakes seriously. Try something sweet like the banana or cranberry bread, or one of the Asian-influenced cakes…
Malasaña & Conde Duque
This Asian tavern specialises in different types of lamian, a Thai ramen soup. You can also try dim sum, mackerel tartare, succulent seabass with a hint…
Malasaña & Conde Duque
The only problem with this place is that it's such an agreeable spot to spend an afternoon it can be impossible to snaffle a table. An ample wine list…
Malasaña & Conde Duque
Madrid's passion for burgers shows no signs of abating. If anything, the quality just keeps getting better. Zombie Bar, on Malasaña's most happening…
Malasaña & Conde Duque
Formica tables, not a single attention to decor detail, and yet… This ageless Malasaña bar is a reminder of an important lesson in eating Spanish style:…
Malasaña & Conde Duque
Tucked away on a quiet corner and full of light from the large-pane windows, Carmencita Bar attracts a young international crowd with a daily brunch menu …
Malasaña & Conde Duque
This riotously popular seafood bar and restaurant is where madrileños with a love for seafood go to indulge. The mariscada de la casa (€38 for two) is a…
Malasaña & Conde Duque
Great tapas cooked at 80°C (try the toasted pork-rib sandwich with honey mustard), cold tapas (tomato stuffed with duck, bacon and blue cheese) and an…
Malasaña & Conde Duque
An engaging little corner bar that's good for lunch and often full. They do some surprising stars, such as a mango ravioli with foie gras or cod meatballs…
Malasaña & Conde Duque
This vast six-floor concept store is crowned with a leafy rooftop restaurant that looks out over the Malasaña rooftops. The food is good – nicely…
Malasaña & Conde Duque
Snug, loud and unpretentious, La Musa is all about designer decor, lounge music and memorably fun food. The menu is divided into three types of tapas –…
Malasaña & Conde Duque
Croquetas (croquettes) in all their glory are what this place is all about. Try any number of riffs on the croquette theme (with river prawns and kimchi,…
Malasaña & Conde Duque
This slick split-level place does variations on Spanish classics, such as squid-ink risotto croquettes, as well as smoked-duck carpaccio. The atmosphere…
Malasaña & Conde Duque
With Asian and African decoration, creative Mediterranean cooking and a noisy Spanish clientele, Conache is a hub of barrio life and is as good for…
Malasaña & Conde Duque
Going strong since the 1940s, Casa Perico does everything from legume-based stews to ribs, but their signature dish is arroz a lo cutre (literally ‘coarse…
Malasaña & Conde Duque
El Lateral does terrific pinchos (tapas), which serve as the ideal accompaniment to the fine wines on offer. Tapas are creative without being over the top…
Malasaña & Conde Duque
This street food market on three floors has an industrial-chic vibe. Tiny stalls around the seating area serve homemade tapas and main courses from…
Malasaña & Conde Duque
Housed inside an old pharmacy – with the original facade still intact – Trikini is a bakery and coffeeshop serving luscious cakes, as well as teas, wines…
Malasaña & Conde Duque
With all the innovations happening elsewhere in Madrid, it’s good to know that some things don’t change. Casa Hortensia doesn’t bother much with…
Malasaña & Conde Duque
Part of the wave of Spanish fast food sweeping the capital, Beher follows the same winning formula as other longer-established examples of the genre –…
Malasaña & Conde Duque
Home Burger Bar is terrific, with an interesting mix of vegetarian, gourmet and classic hamburgers served by friendly waiters in an American-diner-style…
