The Best Local Restaurants in Madrid

Discover the best local restaurants in Madrid. From traditional Spanish cuisine to international flavors, our Spotters have discovered the best local gems for a delicious lunch or dinner. Taste the best paella at Paellitas tradición or have delicious tortillas at Casa Dani. For Japanese flavors, check out Ninja Taberna Japonesa. Explore these and many more local gems and experience Madrid’s diverse culinary scene.

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108 Hidden Gems

Plaza de la Paja

Historical Madrid

Calle Redondilla (bottom of the square to the left) has maybe the oldest standing building in Madrid at Number 10 - it's from the 15th century,

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Andrea

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May 11, 2025

Mercado de la Paz

Madrid Market à la mode

"Mercado de la Paz" is a fabulous market in Madrid, a hidden treasure right in heart of the 'golden mile'. Here you'll find the best tortilla in town...

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Andrea

Roberts

May 11, 2025

El Winnie (Xiongzai)

Cheap authentic Chinese

"El Winnie", as it has been baptised by locals (guess why!), is one of Madrid's most authentic Chinese restaurants. My favourite dish? The cold noodles...

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Andrea

Roberts

May 11, 2025

Fundación Juan March

Free culture in Madrid

"Fundación Juan March" in Madrid is one of those place I can't believe took me so long to discover. It's got interesting exhibitions and concerts...

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Andrea

Roberts

May 11, 2025

Bar Casa Paco

Madrid’s tortilla heaven

"Bar Casa Paco" in Madrid is a very popular restaurant for the classic tortilla (and another 32 varieties) and some of my favorite croquetas around...

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Andrea

Roberts

May 11, 2025

Bodegas Rosell

The food you came to Madrid for

"Bodegas Rosell" in Madrid is the bar to try real Spanish food together with beer, wine, vermut or sherry. The more people you go with, the better!

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Roberts

May 11, 2025

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