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This is such a busy spot with the locals you have to come by and try it out. It's a bit intimidating for sure with everyone seeming to know what's going on as you stand a bit dazed looking around! First off, grab a number so they can call you to sit upstairs. It goes fairly quickly so don't be scared. The prices are right and it's a great place to soak in the atmosphere and energy of the locals. I basically didn't know what I was ordering and ended up with a grilled cheese ham sandwich. It was cheap and it was crispy and buttery! What else could you ask for? 5/5. Also had a cafe con leche (coffee with milk) and since I always ask for it decaf they always give me sugar! Must be a sign of wimpiness. Hubs had the coffee with a pastry and the difference is the creaminess of the chocolate. I think they're known for their neapolitan which is a pastry with chocolate different from a chocolate croissant. The chocolate croissant really looks like a croissant! He gave it a 4/5. Friend had the eggs and ham. Eggs were nicely done. Ham not over powering. 5/5. Again a fun spot to soak it all in. You should check it out!
Extremely popular place with good pastries, quick seating and responsive service. It was less than a 15 minute wait, which worked well coming off of an overnight flight. The Nopalitama con queso con queso y jamon (cheese and ham) hit the spot of layered dough, cheese and ham. The egg white filling in the mil feuille was too sweet for both my wife and I. Together we finished two thirds of it. My wife enjoyed her open sandwich (infusion ciasica) of avocado, boiled egg, and salmon on a slice of toasted bread. Coffee and espresso were average, only some flavor came through.
La Mallorquina is a nice place to stop by in Madrid if you are looking for pastries. We tried the croissants and cookies and they were pretty okay, nothing extraordinary but still enjoyable. The interior is tiny and the displays are very aesthetic which makes everything look appealing. They have a digital number system that corresponds to your ticket, but despite everyone grabbing tickets, the staff ended up helping whoever could reach the counter first. It felt very disorganized and it is normal to bump into people while trying to point at what you want. Overall, it is worth visiting for the experience and the presentation, but be ready for a crowded and chaotic ordering process.
tl;dr the pasteles are hit or miss, the puff pastries will leave you only a few euros short, and the trufas will entice you into a return visit Across the Madrid pasteles game, La Mallorquina is a household name. The flagship cafe in Puerta del Sol has been churning out traditional Spanish treats such as napolitanas and trufas since 1894, and the shop was frequented by poets, politicians, and even members of the Royal Family. Nowadays, La Mallorquina operates multiple shops across Madrid, and the brand even has a strong online store presence. A cursive, pink-neon sign is positioned above the entrance. The window displays are stocked with trays of carefully curated, backlit treats. Inside, the warmly lit to-go bakery displays with wooden trim run along each wall, while a narrow counter is available in the far back for a quick dine-in meal. Bright lights shine down from the soaring ceilings onto the whitewashed walls and checkered floors. Patrons are shoulder to shoulder; muscle your way to the end of the queue, and count on the staff to efficiently churn through the line. If you think that an evening visit will save you some time, guess again; the pre-game crowd was strong at this bakery. For a less hectic experience, grab a ticket from the red overhead dispenser at the Calle Mayor entrance to secure a table upstairs. My mom and I stopped in La Mallorquina a few times. We were most impressed by the Trufa Grande, a tennis ball-sized bonbon loaded with an uber-rich yet light-as-air mousse and coated with mildly crunchy jimmies. Also stellar was the mocha-y Postre de Tiramisu, despite being more cream than cake. My mom, meanwhile, loved her dense, Basque-style Postre de Queso (cheesecake). Across La Mallorquina's puff desserts, I found the pastry to be soggy rather than flaky; such was the case for the Milhoja (which otherwise sported a brick of sweet, fluffy meringue), the signature Napolitana de Chocolate (which was piped with a gritty but flavorful chocolate filling), and the Postre de Limon (which feature a similarly pleasant meringue and a tart, curd-like filling). The seasonal Torrija (a Spanish version of French toast, utilizing day-old bread drenched in sugar, milk, and egg) was remarkably custardy, but the sweet flavor, cold temperature, and mushy texture all felt one-dimensional. Lastly, the biggest "dud" of the lot was the Ponche de Selva Negra; this Spanish black forest cake eschewed any cherry influences (which I didn't mind!) in favor of dense yet flavorless vanilla-and-chocolate ganache; however, the cake and frosting together felt dry. The pastries are all affordable, typically 2-4 euros each. The staff are friendly and patient, even with guests who speak limited Spanish. At their best, La Mallorquina's pasteles as worthy of a second (and third and fourth) visit; at their worst, they are an inexpensive upgrade over the nearby Carrefour Express.
This place was chaotic with not much instruction. There was a crowd by the counter with line out the door for to go orders with beautiful cakes, tarts, pre boxed sweets from what I can see. I think customers have to take a number in the center of the tiny place, past the beginning of the line. The opposite end was another exit with a counter containing a very limited selection of pintxos and pastries with an espresso machine. We ordered directly from the barista and paid here, standing to eat and drink. There's also an upstairs that you'd have to wait to be seated for table service according to the sign but no host was there the entire time we stood and ate next to the sign. Maybe I misunderstood and you'd have to go upstairs to ask for a table? We'll never know now. The one napolitana we got wasn't even that good, but with how famous this place is, might give it another chance next time I'm in town.
Dine in or take out dessert place that has plenty of sweet and savory treats. On our second visit we dined in for a pre-dinner dessert. it was worth it. Oscar H, received and served us, and he was awesome. I went back downstairs to ask about a particular cake, and Oscar totally gave that one - the torta de yema (egg yolk cake) - the thumbs up. I said send it up... it was amazing. Not too sweet, and just the right amount of consistency of cake, filling, and glaze topping. I balanced that with a cappuccino. In the evening, around after 7pm, the crowds in the store had died down, and we were easily able to get a seat, actually make it to the counters, and pretty much just hang out and enjoy the tastes that the bakers of Mallorquina put together. Solid evening visit.
Very nice pastry shop. This is the first location, opened in Puerta del Sol in 1894. It's crowded but service is fast. They don't seem to run out of pastries, they kept putting more out. The local people were really nice. Several women let me go ahead, I took it as a welcome. The napolitana de crema is really good, and the chocolate one had big chunks of chocolate. The Torrija had a lot of cinnamon if you like that. The pink paper they pack it in is pretty. It's very popular with locals and tourists. I went by their location in Salamanca and that seemed fancier and quieter but also busy.
Our family absolutely loved this wonderful pastry shop during our recent trip to Madrid -- it's a great spot for everything from breakfast and brunch to desserts during the evening paseo. We stopped in most mornings to enjoy delicious Napoleons with Cream and Chocolate Pepitos, along with cups of their excellent coffee. You can eat at the counter, order pastries to go ('para llevar') or dine in their upstairs cafe (where service can be a bit slow). Mornings can be a little busy, especially at the to-go counter, but bring your patience and you'll be rewarded with some of the best pastries in Madrid.
What a madhouse. This place was jammed on a Wednesday evening. And for good reason. We had to join the crowd and see what the commotion was about. The display cases were crammed with so many great looking pastries and candies it was hard to choose one thing. We ordered the Spanish version of French toast - for take-away. When we did eat the pastry it was delicious. We would like to swing by again on our way back home in a few weeks.
This place is always packed, I decided I needed a coffee and one of the sweet treats I could see through the window. They have three counters when you walk in, two are for to-go orders with all of the cookie, pastry, cake and chocolate items you can think of. The third counter/ standing bar area is has a great variety of desserts (pastries & cake slices) displayed on small plates behind glass, there are lots of options to choose from and a counter space for you to stand and eat your pastry with an espresso or cafe con leche. Everything looked amazing, it's the perfect break when you're walking around this area. This place is located in the plaza del Sol area. They do have an upstairs seating area, but I didn't want to waste my day sitting for a coffee break. I did notice in Madrid nobody walks around with their coffee drinks (or any drink really) everyone stops at a cafe or tapas bar for a break. Service is fast, you find an open spot at the bar & order, your items are placed in front of you immediately, there's no wait and when you're ready to go you pay the same employee (is she a barista??) and head back out to your next destination. It is confusing when you walk in because it's packed and everyone seems to know how it works but you. If you want to sit upstairs, grab a number off the wall mounted machine and wait by the stairs to be taken upstairs.
Watched multiple travel vlogs prior to my trip and everybody kept talking about this place. This bakery has a lot of history supposedly, but the inside is very unassuming. There are showcases of varieties of cheap pastries, chocolates, macarons, ice cream and also a tapas style counter for those who want to snack right away. Everybody raves about the Napolitana de Crema. It's not bad, but just too overhyped. You ever been to Dunkin Donuts and had a Boston cream? Yea basically the same, but in a flatter, soft pastry. Can't argue with the cheap price for a quick snack though. read more
5 years ago
Line can be a bit confusing downstairs (because it's crowded and there are multiple) if you don't speak Spanish you can get a little lost in the locals placing quick orders, but upstairs in the dining area the pace is much slower. Delicious and simple and affordable breakfast, bilingual staff, bilingual menus. Fast service! read more
It's a Bakery, Breakfast place by La Puerta del Sol. One goes crazy at the sweets in the windows. Inside the amount and varieties of delicacies is a shock to the senses. I went to buy Turrones for a friend back home. It was early in the morning and the back was full of people having breakfast standing up. The staff is very friendly and efficient. A large crowd was served orderly and promptly. I wish I had more time to sample some of these delicious pastries. read more
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3 years ago
Amazing deserts and breakfast items - fresh and yummy! A great way to start a day in Madrid! Such a yummy meal, and some of the best pastries I've ever eaten! read more
5 years ago
Pastries 3/5 I ordered 2 Alcalá donuts, 1 chocolate Neapolitan and 1 cream Neapolitan. I ordered an espresso from their cafe counter. The flaky puff pastry of the Neapolitans were the highlight of the experience. All of the pastries were a bit too sweet but flavor was good. Service 1/5 Some old guy behind the counter refused to serve me because I'm Black. I didn't notice his distain for me because I was so locked in on the pastry selection. The customer behind me said excuse me dear but this man is refusing to serve you. She nicely asked one of the other employees to please help me. Other than the grump old timer, none of the other employees who helped me displayed any racist behavior or attitude. This is a tourist attraction, why do they have someone who is racist serving customers? This is asking for trouble. read more
So I noticed at several of the places I visited in Spain there are standup counters around a bar or deli area. This place is no different. The first floor is a pastry shop with small counters to stand around to drink your coffee and eat a pastry. I came here for breakfast one day and it was extremely packed. I had to fight to even get a spot at the standing counters. Very inexpensive coffee and pastry for a place in Puerta del Sol. So sad that I found this place on the last day I was here. read more
From who I've talked to, this is the classic dessert place in Madrid! I would recommend going as early as possible because this place fills up quickly! (And because of it, the service goes a little downhill.) What we ordered: we got what they are known for- the cream filled napolitano as well as some sort of whipped cream cake. The napolitana was sweet without being too sweet. The whipped cream cake got too sweet after a couple of bites, but was still good! I feel like children would like it. When you order your desserts to go, they wrap them up so beautifully! I also noticed they have table service upstairs, but we did not sit down there. This place is great if you are in the center and the line isn't too long! read more
7 years ago
Food: The Napolitana Chocolate was INCREDIBLE. It was flaky, sweet and full of chocolate. Venue: This place is a literal madhouse. There's no real line or counter and there's people everywhere! Go in here prepared to squish around, decide what you want and pay in cash to the men behind the counters. It's worth it though just for a Chocolate Napolitana! read more
It is a VERY popular place. The food is very good. The staff are cordial, but the general stress level is palpable. Pick a desert, any desert and enjoy. Schedule appointment with your endocrinologist for a diabetes screening. read more
7 years ago
La Mallorquina is a must visit place if people are around Puerta Del Sol and it is located right next to the exit of metro stop. There was an attractive variety of desserts, pastries, chocolates, macaroons ... displaying in their showcases with reasonable prices. We tried their bun with cream and we were surprised with their honey lemon-flavored cream which was light, not too sweet and taste like milk in solid shape. We didn't feel greasy at all and even wanted to buy another one after we finished entire bun but we regretted that we already left. read more
3 years ago
Though I'm not a native Spaniard, I studied abroad here and visited too- this is a great pastry shop! It's usually busy and pastries are to go or eat in standing towards the back of the restaurant. They have a wide range of pastries that are around 3 euro each. We loved the neapolitana chocolate. I've been here multiple times and the pastries are always incredible! read more
3 years ago
This is a must stop for your morning breakfast, coffee and treats! So much selections you will not be disappointed. read more
This seriously looks like a tourist trap to me because it is right at the center of Plaza Mayor but oh my their pastries are to die for. We came in after strolling Madrid for a few hours and desperately needed to refuel. Those yummy buns and cakes plus coffee sound like heaven to us. We decided to come in and order a few pastries to share and have our afternoon café con leche. It was the best decision ever. The pastry is inexpensive; we paid about 1.5 Euro each and i know if that was in SF, that would have been $3 or $4 easily. The coffee is also really cheap and aromatic, which put "gourmet coffee" here to shame. I seriously can sleep on a bed of fluffy, buttery and creamy pastries if I can :) I would absolutely return to this café if I am back to Madrid again. read more
Wow! Excellent pastries. It's pretty crowded but we were lucky to get a table to sit at upstairs. You can also eat standing at the coffee bar. And take pastries to go - because why wouldn't you! Right by sol so it's easy to get to. read more
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My friends and I heard that this is one of the best place to get pastries. Food 3/5: I ordered a Napolitana Chocolate and it was very sweet for my taste. Service 2/5: It was very crowded and disorganized. It's hard to tell where the line starts or for which counters. I wish the staff could have organized the crowd better. read more
Busy bakery in the heart of Puerta Del Sol- known for their chocolate croissants and other delectable treats. SUPER Busy and you'll find yourself pushing a bit to get noticed. CASH ONLY. It's an old timey place that I enjoyed getting a small snack from during a busy day of sightseeing. It's part of the crowded experience and I would not let that deter visitors from trying it. read more
GREAT DESSERTS! I make desserts for a living and this place has a large variety of options of high quality baked good and desserts. The prices are reasonable compared to America. I recommend grabbing a coffee and baked good. Very very good. I took off a star because they run out of goods before closing (they close at 8 I believe but we went back at 5 and they were out of almost everything). Also, service can be a bit disorganized. Waited a while to get a take-away box but they didn't even have the size I needed (large) and refused to give me 2 small boxes for the price of a large (would've only been a $2 difference) so I left disappointed. If you go, try to get there early, before noon ! Try the Mugi and Holajandre (?) and the glazed Palmier. read more
Me encanta este lugar. En serio. La Mallorquina is easily one of the best bakeries I've been to. Ever. In all my travels. I try to come here as often as possible when in Madrid, and even then it never feels like enough. Luckily on a recent trip, we were staying in an airbnb just around the corner so we'd stop in almost every day on our way to the Sol station and snack on a Palmera & some Napolitanas while riding the metro. They're super affordable too! 1.40 for a Napolitana; 1.60 for a Palmera. Both massive. Both absolutely delicious. The Palmera has the perfect amount of flakiness, buttery goodness, & a hint of caramelization (but not too sweet). The Napolitanas are a bit more indulgent, but the main attraction. I prefer the Chocolate while the wifey enjoys the Napolitana de Crema...either way you can't go wrong tho! read more
8 years ago
Note: There is a seating area upstairs. Crazy busy, but for a reason! Due to it being located right IN Plaza Mayor, I was afraid that La Mallorquina was going to be an overrated tourist trip, but it wasn't. There were soo many locals here too! Custard Napoleon was soo fresh, light, and delicious! My only regret is that I didn't buy more than one item. :) read more
7 years ago
This place is in the heart of Madrid and right within Puerta Del Sol which is great for tourists and locals alike. The bakery had a seemingly endless supply of pastries. I got here in the afternoon and this place was packed, but despite the long lines, the staff handled everything efficiently and even packed my goods to-go in neat gift-wrap. With that being said, if you're in line, you should be ready to order so as to not hold up long lines. I ordered a chocolate croissant and a torrija which is like a Spanish version of French toast. The lady even threw in a free croissant! Everything tasted great and although I've never been to France I can say Spain makes some dope croissants. read more
For the first two days, I went to Cafe & Te, but I knew there was more out there. After searching on Yelp for bakeries, La Mallorquina was not that far away. When you walk in, it's a little confusing. I wasn't sure if I was suppose to order from the back, or if I could order up front. All the workers are very serious and professional looking. So I just pointed and used my limited Spanish. I picked a regular croissant, a chocolate croissant, and a jamon y queso roll. Everything is made on the premises which is why they are crowded. Each one was very tasty. I didn't get any coffee from here, and just went to the Starbucks across the street from the hotel. It was a lot more reasonable and I was able to get larger cappuccinos. They also make an array of baked goods and if I had found them earlier, I probably would've gone at least twice a day! The prices are reasonable. I only wish the workers were friendlier. Go and experience it for yourself....a must stop for something sweet! read more
3 years ago
About 100 ft from Plaza Mayor Great pastries. Came by late morning and it was super packed but still counter service was quick and friendly. Most pastries go from 1.4€ to 3€ so it's a steal. Try anything with creama or custard. Definitely worth it read more
7 years ago
As soon as you get off the Sol Metro stop, La Mallorquina draws you in immediately with their display of their sweet sweet pastries. We decided to grab a little breakfast here to get our day started. You can order in the back and eat by the bar (standing room only) or you can walk upstairs and grab a table. If you are lucky enough to grab a table by the window, you can have the perfect view of Puerta del Sol! We ordered the Napolitana with Chocolate, Chocolate Croissant, Cafe Bombon (Espresso with Condensed Milk..so good!!) And Mixto con huevo (Ham, and Cheese with egg sandwich..totally hit the spot!) The pastries were a bit sweet for my taste, even for my boyfriend who likes sweets more than I do thought it was too sweet. We definitely enjoyed the more savory part of our breakfast, the Mixto con huevo. Egg was perfectly cooked! And the Cafe Bombon was tasty! read more
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2 years ago
A visit to this traditional bakery is a must if you are in Madrid! Que rico! The ensaimada filled with fried egg and ham is perfection and I almost regret having tried it because I can't really get ensaimada here in New York but that flavor combination is so crave-worthy that I think about it constantly! And of course their pastries are so good! Highly recommended and this is definitely a spot we will come back to anytime we are in Madrid! read more
7 years ago
Que rico, it's always a must go bakery. I love the mil hojas and turrón ice cream. It's a little bit hectic but dont matter it's worth the craziness. Upstairs is more quiet. read more
8 years ago
One of the nicer bakeries in the area. Very fresh pastries and desserts. It's a nice stop for breakfast. Lots of locals there's when I was passing through. If you have a sweet tooth, make a stop here. When you dine in, there's no seating so you stand at the bar. It's a nice little change and people constantly come and go. read more
Delicioso! La Mallorquina is carb heaven in Madrid. We were walking by and I happened to see what looked like mini-donuts in one of the windows, so of course I had to stop in. This place was packed to the gills on the recent Saturday that we visited. My brother and I could barely walk through as there were people everywhere at the counters trying to place orders for pastries, chocolate, candy, and more. There is virtually no order to getting helped here. No numbers, no lines, just you and your assertiveness. You just have to jostle for the attention of a staff member, place your order, pay, and get out of the way. There is also a lack of labels for many of the desserts that look great, but you have no idea what they are unless you already are familiar with them or ask. Even if you do ask and get an answer, you may still have no idea what something is because the names of desserts are not familiar to you because either you're not from Spain and/or not up to date on Spanish pastries. For instance, I ordered two of the mini-donuts I saw in the window and it turns out (after consulting Google on my phone) that they were called Rosquillas Listas, indeed Spanish donuts and they were fabuloso. I also ordered two red pastries for my brother that I never caught the name of nor got to taste because he escaped to another part of the store and ate them without sharing. As we were about to leave the chaos, he decided that he wanted coffee first, so we made our way over to the counter where you can get drinks and food. There was just enough standing room for us to enjoy some caffeine and share a torrija, basically the Spanish version of French toast with a delectable cinnamon coating. La Mallorquina has been serving up their deliciousness since 1894! Stop by for some sugar, but just be prepared for some craziness. read more
7 years ago
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Calle Mayor, 2
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