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

Kintaro

Loosen your belt!

Don’t worry about collecting and counting plates - there’s an “all you can eat” lunchtime menu, you can fill your boots for a very reasonable fixed price.

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Andrea

Roberts

Apr 16, 2025

Mercado de Chamberí

On-trend tradition

Each covered market has its own flavour; Chamberí I would say is high quality and traditional but also one that has adapted successfully to the times.

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Andrea

Roberts

Apr 16, 2025

Konnichiwa

Japanese street food

"Konnichiwa" is a Japanese street food restaurant in Madrid. Their specialty is the ramen with the egg, which they cook with a blowtorch at your table!

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María José

Morr

Apr 14, 2025

Casa Dani

A ‘tortilla’ unlike any other

"Casa Dani" in my opinion makes the best Spanish omelette in Madrid, and this is coming from a passionate Spaniard himself!

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Cesar

Gonzalez

Apr 14, 2025

Harvey's Cocktail Bar

Welcome to the '50s

"Harvey's Cocktail Bar" in Madrid makes me feel as if I've entered an American vintage speakeasy. Unlike new hip retro chains, this one feels authentic...

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Elena

Quintero

Apr 14, 2025

La Hummuseria

For hummus lovers

"La Hummuseria" is a vegetarian restaurant in Madrid made for hummus fans like me! My favourite's the one with mushrooms. Protip: say yes to the egg...

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Elena

Quintero

Apr 14, 2025

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