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Awesome spot! Very spacious, two floors and in a cool neighborhood. The food was tasty and they had some healthy options. Good coffee, different turmeric/other juice and shot options. Good service, really nice place.
Not quite a 3, but closer to a 3 than 4. It was an ok breakfast in a beautiful space. The ladies working were attentive and polite. This is more like a cafe students come to study. Not too much on the menu.
After traveling overnight and landing in the early morning, we were looking for a good breakfast. We checked into Hotel Montera and the girl at the desk gave us a short list of places nearby and Federal Café stuck out from the egg bake photos. We walked through Plaza de Sol and sat at a cute outdoor table. We started with a couple flat whites which were delicious and ordered two of the egg bakes to share. One was the bacon and the other was the shakshuka. They were both delicious but I think I liked the shakshuka a little more. It was such a relaxing atmosphere and the perfect spot to rest up after a long day of travel.
Cute cafe with plenty of indoor and outdoor dining. We stopped in while sight seeing and enjoyed a chai latte as well as an Americano. Service was friendly and lots of natural light to watch outside traffic while relaxing.
To quote a diner, this is more of a European restaurant than a Spanish joint. Astonishingly all of my neighboring tables, be they from Finland, Germany, or Southeast Asia, were speaking to each other in English. That's not a criticism of the atmosphere; it's just an observation. What makes this place not worth the visit is the total lack of seasoning in the entrees. How can cheese, hazelnut crème fraiche, mushrooms, and baked eggs come out so bland? The food is pretty enough and it's in a nice secluded courtyard. But I didn't really enjoy anything I ate. The waiter I had was obviously uncomfortable speaking in English, although the other woman to whom he deferred was.
Started every morning of our week long Madrid stay at Federal so it's safe to say we were devoted fans by the time we bid adieu to the city. Service is a bit slow as expected in Spain but when you're here, no rush! Enjoy the tranquility of it all :) Love the modern brunchy vibes and the delicious food. You won't find anything authentically Spanish here just your usual modern brunch food but it's a great break in between the savory cuisine you're bound to enjoy throughout the day and a yummy coffee to kick off the sightseeing with. I opted for chai tea lattes and vanilla oat lattes the times I went. Stellar place will def be back next time I'm in the city.
If you're craving an American-style brunch in Madrid and aren't scared off by a long line, Café Federal is the place to go. So far, I've tried their French toast and their banana pancakes (both were good, but I'd recommend the pancakes). The ambience inside is lively and service is fast. I didn't love the specialty coffee -- it was a bit watered-down for my taste -- but I appreciated the variety on the menu. Would go again!
This is my number one favorite specialty coffee place in Madrid. I am a huge coffee lover and I search everywhere to find a great place that makes bold, energizing coffee. So to search coffee that has added flavors like vanilla or different oat milk you have to search "specialty coffee" on google. Oat milk is called leche de avena. This place was a short walk from plaza de España and a must go. I arrived at 10am on a weekend and shortly after the entire place was filled up and a line of about 15 people waiting. The coffee is absolutely the best specialty coffee in Europe. Again my opinion but this is after traveling to so many countries & really getting that caffeine boost and flavor I love. I had the cappuccino with leche de avena and my god that was exactly what I was looking for. Perfect amount not too much milk and bold caffeine with a sweet flavor. I can not ever forget about the French toast fruit breakfast with the sweet plantain. It had a strawberry sauce glaze on the bottom with fruits all over. I finished the entire thing so quickly it was that good. Mision has the best delights !!! When I visit Madrid again I 100% will be back again
American style brunch in the Barrio de La latina area. There was a line when we arrived but the plaza this restaurant is located in is so cute yet very quiet and local art vendors had booths set up to display art. It was a good 20 min wait before we were seated. I had the avocado toast with pumpkin seeds and husband got the oven baked eggs with bacon, both delicious and fulfilling. They had the Mumbai chai (Indian tea) which I got very excited to try but it was disappointing and didn't taste much like the name claimed. Not a bad drink, just a different take on it with primarily hot milk and spices and less caffeine. I would skip this next time. We even got a croissant to go. I think they also have several locations in Barcelona, we came across one out there.
Ventured here after having Spanish breakfast for too many mornings and this place hit the spot! I had the poached farm eggs on sourdough toast topped with smoked salmon and macadamia pesto and O.M.G., I can honestly say it was the best tasting pesto sauce I'd ever come across. Super fresh ingredients made our dishes flavorful and satisfying. Highly recommend if you're looking for a hearty, healthy and fresh breakfast.
Hands down, one of the best breakfasts I have ever had. Every single dish was delectable and the coffee was delightful. And special shout out to the honey and smoked salmon pancakes. Never in a million years would I have thought that would be a sane combination but it was SO good.
We came to Café Federal for a late breakfast one morning in Madrid. Free wifi is a big plus for those traveling abroad without a data plan. We were seated quickly and there's lot of outdoor seating available. My chai latte was just ok- I wouldn't order it again though. My girlfriend and I shared banana and mascarpone pancakes (very good) and a cauliflower toast (wouldn't order again). It wasn't our favorite place but they did have a lot of other things on the menu that looked good so would be willing to give it another go.
Such a cute little spot, the food was good but there isn't a lot of options. What we ordered was delicious though!
8 years ago
LOVED this Cafe spot. Honestly the best and strongest Coffee coming from California, trying a few spots. Honestly the Breakfast is pretty good too. The Food is fresh and tasty, on top of the atmosphere. read more
Cute breakfast spot. The candied pancakes were definitely worth the 20 minute walk from Puerta del Sol. I believe they added lemon ricotta- delicious! French toast- meh..just okay. They have a nice selection of cakes and cookies. They look super tasty, I would have glad imbibed, but my pants were too tight. Next time in Madrid- I'm getting some cake! read more
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Simply in love with Federal Café. It's a must for brunches, the variety of their menu is amazing and one visit is not enough to try all the tasty items. The late menu (starting after 1pm,except for sundays) also offers a great selection. Definitely recommend the chicken and halloumi sandwich. In addition to the great food, Federal has amazing staff that makes each visit a pleasure! read more
5 years ago
Great place. Younger crowd and very creative menu. Fantastic deserts. Try it. You won't be dissatisfied read more
Awesome cafe, probably one of my favorites here in Madrid. The food was delicious and the service was extremely prompt. Everything here looked amazing and tasted just the same. It is a busier cafe, but don't worry a seat will show up! read more
Federal Cafe was a favorite for us - we went twice during our quick stay in Madrid! It's clean and minimalist on the inside, with Australian cafe vibes + perfect for us "basic" girls. The breakfast menu has egg dishes, salads, toasts + more, and all the coffee options your heart could desire. My friend loved her golden latte. We both had the SHAKSHUKA and devoured it. It wasn't too spicy, and the addition of labneh gave it a creamy mouthfeel. Served with toasted and buttered bread, it was the perfect hearty meal to start a day of sightseeing. This is great for those looking for a healthier meal or something more reminiscent of what they may brunch on in America. Definitely check it out! read more
8 years ago
This place is something special. Had this place on my list before I got here and it still exceeded my expectations. The food was amazing, the staff was great, and the location has a nice quaint feel to it. This place became my wife's got to breakfast spot. We ended up here twice mainly because the coffee is by far the best we've ever had. Day 1: We has the Morning bacon burger and the French toast. Both had a Spanish twist on it that we weren't used to being from the U.S. but both were superb. Day 2: We had the pancakes, eggs and bacon and Crossaints with ham. Everything was cooked to perfection. read more
7 years ago
It's nice to find a place that doesn't have the usual Spanish tapas. My husband and I have been all over Spain for the past month and although I like having tapas, you get tired of them quickly. Yes this is a more American inspired place, but the food is just delicious. We've already been here twice and they still have the best cafe con leche (I order with leche de avena). If you want a filling and delicious breakfast, come here and you won't regret it. read more
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One of our favorite places to eat in Madrid on our 10 day trip through Spain. We ate their twice because we enjoyed it so. A place where you can sit down and get something other than just pastries for breakfast in Madrid. The egg sandwiches and french toast was delicious! read more
8 years ago
If I could give this place 6 stars I would defiantly do so! Such a great atmosphere with great chill music and amazing food. We had the mushroom omelet, eggs Benedict with bacon and the morning hamburger! All three were incredible! If I lived here I would here all the time! read more
7 years ago
Super good place to brunch or just eat, took a burger the first time and the second i tried the breakfast burger (because there is an early menu and a lunch one) Was skeptical of the breakfast burger (bacon eggs ans barbecue sauce) but it turned out delicious! I asked with baked potatoes on the side and they were very good read more
My boyfriend and I went here for breakfast everyday while we were in Madrid because of how good it was! They have menus in Spanish and English, which was really convenient. The staff was friendly and the cafe was located in a quiet part of the city so it was very peaceful. On the first day we ordered the fluffy pancakes, French toast, and lattes. Everything was delicious! Their eggs Benedict with bacon was probably our favorite; it was the best Benedict I've had to this day! We were in Madrid almost a year ago and still talk about their food and coffee, I highly recommend you stop by! read more
7 years ago
This is a good breakfast/brunch place. Good food, affordable prices and nice decor. I would've given them 5 stars if the service was better. When we arrived, we walked in and weren't greeted by anyone. It took about 5 minutes of us trying to flag someone down before anyone approached us. Once we were seated, it took another 10-15 minutes for a waiter to come by and take our drink orders. We ordered our coffees and made sure to order our meals at the same time. I got the avocado toast with a poached egg and my husband got the eggs, bacon and potato skillet. The food arrived quickly and everything was delicious and good sized portions. My husband ordered a 2nd mocha latte as well because he loved it so much. I'd definitely recommend this restaurant, just don't expect to be out of here quickly read more
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Federal is my favorite breakfast in Madrid. I could always go for their avocado toast. The atmosphere is very chill. They have outdoor seating in a nice and quiet courtyard. I always get their coffee, but they have very yummy juices too. I am a fan of the Eggs Benedict, as well. I always stop here when visiting Madrid. read more
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The breakfast was delicious well my order was which was Rye bread with seeds, avocado slices with a poached egg. It's a nice change from ham, cheese and egg on toasted bread. Not crazy about the hollandaise sauce with the egg Benedict, it was very salty. Nice place to have breakfast, casual atmosphere. read more
5 years ago
Came here straight from the airport and it was the perfect place to grab some brunch and relax. We had our carry-ons with us, and it wasn't awkward or uncomfortable to sit with them. Staff is very friendly and the food was delicious! Highly recommend the rye roast with a poached egg if you like avocado. read more
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Great service, waiter spoke fluent English. Food was fantastic, eggs benedict and pancakes were a larger portion than expected and tasted excellent. Coming from California, the flavor of the food and the drinks (cortada and iced latte with oat milk and vanilla syrup) was exceptional. We're going back for the Shakshouka, only on the early menu! read more
6 years ago
Very chill spot in the city. Service was fast and the menu is very straight forward. Had the eggs with mushrooms which were more mushrooms than eggs, and I can appreciate that ! French toast was also delicious, the bread is like pre soaked and super soft. read more
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7 years ago
The food was pretty yummy and the coffee was good, I feel for the staff because it seemed to be understaffed with a lot going on. I ordered a mocha and all in all it took almost 20 minutes for the mocha ( this was after I reminded them). No apologies once it finally got out. The timing in the food was more appropriate but it took them a while to get my order. There is no customer service here and I don't think it intentionally I just think it's understaffed causing the staff to run around and take a while. Even though it's good quality food, it isn't worth waiting for with other great options around. read more
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good spot for breakfast!! absolutely delicious avocado toast would come back again for breakfast if i was in madrid again.... read more
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No words. I love the menu here. The food always hits the spot. The egg dishes are wonderful and their iced lattes are a perfect morning treat. They are also very accommodating to dietary needs. The only dish I have been disappointed by was the eggs Benedict read more
9 years ago
Nice location because it is situated in a little plaza away from the main street. There are nice trees giving shade to the terrasse. I went there two times. The service was ok, but i would have liked the staff to be a little more joyful because it is important to have that happy atmosphere for breakfast. The coffee was the best I had in Madrid. i had a coffee with milk but the strength of the coffee was intense and the flavour was out of this world. The first time I had an avocado toast and i asked for my egg to be well cooked. They had to return it 2 times to the kitchen because it was still runny. The final taste was ok. The second time I had yogurt and muesli but it seems they dont understand the concept because it was more like muesli covered with a little bit of yogurt....It was quite dry. I would go there for coffee only next time. Ah and they have wifi (y) read more
8 years ago
Excellent food. The toast with avocado was pretty good but the veggie burger with the fried egg was amazing. read more
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Plaza Conde de Barajas, 3
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