Café Central has had jazz concerts every single day of the week for the last 40 years or so - it's an emblematic venue in Madrid. I've seen so many unforgettable performances in Central's beautiful mirrored interior over the years, and I plan to see many more!
What makes it unique for me is that you can see amazing jazz artists up close and intimate - during concerts, you can be sitting within metres of the performers. You don't need to be a massive jazz fan to be blown away by the experience. The programme changes every week; and there are 2 concerts a night; one starts at 20:00 and the second at 22:00. Ticket prices vary depending on who's playing.
During the day, you can have an excellent fixed-price lunch menu inside or on the terraza, which is a great spot for a spot of al fresco, right by Plaza de Santa Ana and the popular Calle Huertas.
Go on Friday for Madrid’s traditional dish of cocido!
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