Beautiful little candy store with excellent, fast service. It's popular. Violets are very supposed…read moreto be the regional flower. The store is very pretty, and the packaging is really pretty too with ribbons. The little violets are so pretty! King Alfonso XIII got some pretty candies here for the queen, so it's traditional. They're open throughout the day, so you don't have to worry about the place being closed for siesta. They are closed on Sunday.

A very small shop that specializes in candies made with the extract of violets. How cool is that?…read more Great packaging that's ready to be given. So I bought two boxes as gifts for my wife and she loved it. Very sweet, but a different flavor.

We stopped here as we were taking a stroll thru the Madrid streets and it reminded us of our trip…read moreto Hong Kong and stumbling upon a similar shop that offered baked cookies. We fell in love with those so we stopped by this place to check it out and brought back some goodies. The stuff we bought (seen in the picture) looked really good but but it turned out to be just too sweet for us. I wish they'd provide samples as I can't imagine spending what we spent. The only thing that my kid liked was his lollipop that we got from this place and that too was pricey. And oh we did like the bag as well, haha.

This is a great store to get your chocolates and cookies…read more So many options. Highly recommended!

This is a great little candy shop. If you have a sweet tooth, you can come in, grab a bag, and fill…read moreit with as little or as much as you want! You can also mix and match different candies, which is what I like to do! The only downside is that some of the candy isn't as fresh as the others, so make sure you watch for that!

You better Hari up and try some Haribo Candy…read more They actually make some pretty good candy. When you're in Europe when you get those fizzy Cola bottles for example, now that's what I'm talking about. Very good stuff. Elsewhere in the world not quite so much. But still they make some pretty damn good things and are a high-quality company.

Do yourself a favor and stop here for torrija. I would recommend taking it to go or seeing if you…read morecan snag a spot upstairs. This place gets busy and packed and was hectic when we stopped in. The torrija was one of, if not the best one we had while in Madrid. The service was quick and friendly at the to go counter for me.

La Mallorquina came as a recommendation from our hotel when I asked for a local bakery with coffee…read more I'd had a long list of places I wanted to try but always like to ask as well. We happened upon it and I was so pleasantly surprised. I think we went three times during our time in Madrid. I loved the counter experience, I'd definitely recommend that option. I wasn't looking to sit down and do all of that upstairs so my review is solely based on counters on the first floor. The locals love this spot and that is quite obvious. I was told in advance that they do and coming here was very enjoyable. The pastries and coffee are very yummy, you won't be disappointed. Makes for the perfect spot if you really want to get your day started but want to grab a quick bite before doing so.

I had such an excellent experience at Torrons Vicens that I came back twice while in Madrid. You…read moreare beckoned into the famed shop right away by someone standing at the door handing out samples. What a perfect way to hook us all in! There are so many delectable treat options and this shop seemed to be packed every time I rolled by. Staff was really kind and brought me a basket when they noticed I was carrying so much. Great service from start to finish. The store itself was really well organized, clean & bright - just overall a great experience. Most importantly, their torrons are *chef's kiss* delicious. I bought some for myself, some for gifts, and everyone was left happy. The churro flavor was so unique and the star for me, but every item my friend and I tried were delectable. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in town!

Amazing nougat and chocolate at this iconic Spanish shop! All of their products are meticulously…read moredisplayed, and locals and tourists alike swarm into this beautiful store to enjoy the delightful treats within. We bought so many different kinds of candy and chocolate here! The staff was attentive and helped us find they perfect gifts! It was wonderful to return to the states and find this brand on Amazon and even in a store in Williamsburg! A bit of Spain here in America! Love it!! Don't leave Madrid without visiting one of their many locations!

A Must-Visit in Madrid! If you are looking for the…read morequintessential Spanish churros experience, Chocolatería San Ginés is an absolute must. From start to finish, the experience was flawless. * The Food: The churros were absolutely perfect--wonderfully crispy on the outside and light on the inside. Paired with their signature rich, delicious chocolate for dipping, it is pure heaven. * The Atmosphere: Walking inside, the establishment is beautifully air-conditioned, providing a fantastic, cool escape from the Madrid heat. * The Service: Despite how busy they get, the staff was incredibly welcoming, and the service was exceptionally prompt. We didn't have to wait long at all to dive into our treat. An iconic spot that completely lives up to the hype. Highly recommended!

This chocolateria has been in business for over 130 years, so it was probably safe to assume they…read moreknow how to make chocolate and just as essentially, the churros upon which their chocolate clings. Based on the definitive opinions of travel vloggers, this appeared to be the place to get the fabled chocolate con churros. Jamie W and I made our way here through the labyrinth of streets near Puerta del Sol. It was early evening so no surprise there was a queue, but it moved quickly because this historic place was a model of efficiency. It's the type of place where you need to be ready to order the moment you're in front of the hostess. Luckily, we had made mental notes of what to order from one particular vlogger, so we were ready. It only took a minute to secure one of their marble cafe tables. Our order arrived fairly quickly. It consisted of a 2,5€ plate of Churros, six long sticks of chewy, delicious dough. Unlike the Mexican version, it wasn't dusted with sugar because the 3,7€ cup of Hot Chocolate was more than enough (Photo 8). Incredibly rich and only lightly sweetened. The churros might've been enough for a neophyte, but we double-downed with a 2,5€ order of two Porros (Photo 7). Porras are a thicker, doughier version of churros, so of course, they were our favorites because they really held the chocolate with assurance. Even though we went through two cups of hot chocolate, we still had 2,4€ cups of Cafes con Leche to wash it all down (Photo 10). It was an ideal dessert experience because who doesn't love awesome doughnuts? Definitely a must-gorge when in Madrid. FOOD - 5 stars...the motherlode when it comes to chocolate con churros...get the porros AMBIANCE - 4 stars...crowded but historically atmospheric with enough elbow room SERVICE - 4 stars...speedy TOTAL - 5 stars...pretty essential Madrid experience RELATED - Exploring Madrid? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/RH4DbI4Fwc