Where should I start. It is a great experience. They are so friendly that you think you are having…read moredinner at your grand ma. The quality of food is so good. If you are looking for fancy, this is not your match- if you are looking for an experience, then it is definitely the place to go.

It was late one evening during my trip to Spain and I was tired. Tired from walking around all day…read moreand very tired of seeing all the same tapas at every single restaurant I went to. That's when I enlisted the help of this nifty website called Yelp and looked for the best places to eat in Madrid. After perusing the list of the top spots for a while, Casa Federica stood out to me because of its unique menu offerings. I wanted something different, and here this place was, waving its hands in the air, saying: "Bring me, your tired, your tapas frustration!" So I headed over and boy, was I pleased. My sister and I sat inside this cute little place and were helped by one of the friendliest guys who didn't mind explaining the menu to us or making suggestions on what to eat. We started with the spinach buñuelos and ordered the chicken with a gravy sauce as well as a pumpkin and cheese empanada. The buñuelos were honestly one of the best things I have ever eaten. They were very lightly fried but the spinach mix was amazing and so unique that it's hard to describe it. They didn't taste like gross spinach, but they were delicious and soft. The empanada was also a hit. Even though the menu says "pumpkin and cheese," the empanada was more pumpkin than cheese which was nice because I really love pumpkin. The bread wasn't too doughy and it was a good size to split between me and my sister. The chicken dish, which we ordered as our main meal, was amazing. Now, Spain is full of jamón so finding chicken anywhere is a daunting task, and finding chicken that's actually good is even more difficult. However, the chicken at Casa Federica was amazing. The gravy-like sauce on top of it was perfect and not too salty but just savory enough to satisfy. The combination of friendly service, ambiance and food gives this place five stars. It was a welcome reprieve from the standard Spanish fare and an experience I enjoyed a lot.

Stopped in for lunch on my last day in Barcelona and so happy I did. While I may not be a fan or…read moresupporter of bullfighting, I can appreciate the history and culture part as well as the amazing food of this longstanding establishment. It was clear from my time here that the staff is dedicated to their patrons and a good number of them are regulars. I especially enjoyed their clear soup, scrambled eggs with wild asparagus, and house bread with olive oil. Pros: Historical feel, delicious food, no frills atmosphere. Cons: n/a Bottom line: Delicious and comfort food with an authentic experience.

The secret of Madrid. From Anthony Bourdain no reservations to Hemingway and so many matadors…read more.. join the history and dine upstairs. The food is fabulous. The wine is amazing. I highly recommend Viejas de Izan- smooth and yet filling in the mouth. Absolutely a delight The garbanzos with spinach Was a big hit as was the hake. Lunch was with the locals in the know

This was our first meal experience after landing in Madrid at the end of March! Our taxi driver…read morerecommended it as it was walking distance from our hotel in Gran Via...well I hope I'm reviewing the right one! My friends and I loved it! Luckily, we got there when it first opened so we were pretty much the first ones it, but it quickly got full. You order at the counter and they bring the items to your table. I am now a big fan of the Spanish tortilla (egg pancake type of dish)! We were served quickly and since on our friends is gluten free they were good at guiding her to what would work best for her. I highly recommend going to a Pez Tortilla when you are in Madrid!

A local recommended Pez for tortillas. They were very good; their style is not firm like most. We…read moregot there right when the kitchen opened at 5:30 and they were very fresh. The chicken curry croquettes were good too; more flavor than the jabmon. They have a good selection of tap beers. The website does not say, but the kitchen does close for a bit in the afternoon

Excellent food, great service, and ambiance. Highly recommend this place if you re in Madrid.read more

Bomb spot for authentic Venezulan tapas. We stumbled across this spot as we were walking around…read moretrying to digest the food and wine we had only a couple of hours before and I was in the mood for a cocktail as I had been having wine for 5 days straight. I saw the fresh fruit in the window and was curious about what this spot was all about then I walked in and they had a pretty extensive drink menu and it sounded fresh and clean. When I walked in I felt I got transported to a beach town as they had incense lit and jack Johnson rocking out. We sat at the bar and were in the mix of all the action that this little spot brings in. I ordered a fresh watermelon martini, sangria and then got an order of nachos. The topping on the nachos were full of flavor but the chips themselves were not that fresh. Better that way so I don't eat the whole damn thing, then we moved on to their take of a tamale(Hallacas) omg it was amazing and lots meat in there.. highly recommend and then we ended with a Nutella dessert, it's was definitely a way to close the night with. Cute spot, great for groups as they have a more proper restaurant upstairs. Definitely would recommend and I know they have other locations. Can't beat that freshness, the service and the food.

We stopped in based on the recommendation of a friend, and it was certainly very popular. We had a…read morefew tapas: my favorite was the artichoke w/ ham, the squid was a bit chewy, wasn't a fan of the sangria or Campari spritz, but the beer, gambas al ajillo and albondigas were good.

Located in downtown Madrid,this place offers great Spanish food that caters to gluten free and…read morelactose free guests You seat yourself and prepare to wait for your server as they are very busy but well worth the wait. We started with a pitcher of Sangria ($15eur) which was fabulous and then ordered a selection of Tapas. Had the Ensaladilla,Alachofa,Gambas Al ajullo,Albondigas and Croquettes. Everything was made fresh and delicious. Average price $6.00eur. Prices are super affordable. Definitely a good place to try if you want authentic Spanish food while in Madrid.

Popped in for a quick standing tapas lunch at around noon. It happened to be Spanish mother's day…read moreand they hooked me up with a red carnation, swoon. A nice sized bar and plenty of tables in the front and back area. Tapas all are 2.5 euro. We sampled a bunch and they were all great. Pretty simple, but fresh and delicious. A high five to the thinly pounded, breaded and fried mushroom that was delectable. Their spanish tortilla was mainly egg based vs potato and was a little runny, I was into it. Small beers happened to be 2.5 euros as well, so it was a cheap, filling, delicious and quick lunch! I'd 100% come again and def recommend!

Spectacular food and service! Will return! This was a nice surprise after having walked for hors…read moretrying to find a place that was on my list to try.

Prepare yourself to be amazed! You are in for a superb dining experience, premium quality, and that…read morewill cost you a premium price but you will feel like it was well worth it. What stuck with me was that food is what you'd get in top-notch Michelin-starred restaurants but the atmosphere is far from those aloof feelings typical of those places, on the contrary, it's warm and feels like you're in your casual local bar with your best buddies. What is greater than having 5-star food but being relaxed enough as if you were at a friend's house? The service is attentive and friendly, the servers are patient and professional. They take their time to explain anything you might need and make proper recommendations. The plates are on a smaller size, so if you have a big appetite you will have to order quite a bit, however, every single item was a hit. Each dish is creative, with perfectly combined flavors, nicely balanced, textures on point, and the presentations are stunning. A work of art comes to your table every time. It's difficult to suggest individual dishes because I can say that everything is fabulous but the Ceviche was something supernatural. Don't forget the cocktails! They are another experience in themselves. Same standard of beautiful presentation and great flavor combinations to choose from. This hidden spot deserves more recognition than it has. Hard to sing enough praises for them and I will be thinking about this experience for some time.

I'm still thinking about the meal we had at Kuoco. It was such a great experience and all of the…read moredishes we ordered were delicious. Cocktails: spicy margaritas and ginger mule Dishes: Oysters, crab croquettes, garlic shrimp, lobster roll, Korean steak tartar, tikka octopus Dessert: Banoffee

The place was small and cozy. Waiter was friendly. We had the cafe con churro, which was ok. I also…read morehad the bacon and egg.

Excellent breakfast/brunch. Southern style ( Andaluz) charm and service is also great…read more Nice people, nice food.