The Best Late-Night Eats in Madrid
Spaniards may be on a different schedule when it comes to mealtimes, eating much later than many other nationalities, but most people tend to eat at least before midnight. If you’re looking for a late-night bite, check out our shortlist, from glamorous Italian restaurants to filling fast food.
1. Caripen
Restaurant, French, Italian, Mediterranean
2. Taquería Mi Ciudad
Restaurant, Mexican, Fast Food, Central American, Vegetarian
This family-run taco joint is definitely no-frills, but more than makes up for it with the quality of the food. All the Mexican favourites are on offer, from tongue-tinglingly spicy tacos to quesadillas, tamales and guacamole. There is a good range of Mexican beers on offer as well as micheladas, a spicy beer cocktail. The restaurant is open until 2am so is the ideal pit-stop whether you’re heading home or the night is only just beginning.
3. Café de la Luz
Bar, Cafe, Spanish, Coffee, European
This little café/bar in the very cool neighbourhood of Malasaña is packed with vintage furniture and quirky decor, from the art by local artists hanging on the walls to its old bookshelves. It’s open all day long and doesn’t close until 2am, or 2.30am on weekends. This is a great place for cocktails and its menu features tasty light bites such as toasts, quiches and sandwiches.
4. Bodega la Ardosa
Bar, Pub, Restaurant, Bodega, Spanish, Tapas, Wine, Beer
Founded in 1902, La Ardosa is one of Madrid’s most beloved old bars and is said to have the best tortilla de patatas (Spanish potato omelette) in the capital. Grab a spot at one of the tiny bar’s high tables and order a few tapas dishes from the menu. As well as tortilla, La Ardosa has a comprehensive menu of Spanish classics, from jamón (cured ham) and Spanish cheeses to croquettes, calamari and Spanish blood sausage. It’s open until 2am (2.30am at weekends).
5. Greek and Shop
Bar, Coffee Shop, Cafe, Greek, Spanish
6. Chocolatería San Ginés
Bar, Cafe, Restaurant, Dessert Shop, Candy Store, Spanish, Dessert
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