Looking for a non-Spanish food place for dinner one evening, we found Bresca…read more The interior is cute. Lots of stone with greenery. Just very cozy feeling. Our server was good and helped gove some recommendations. There was a BOGO drink special on spritz, so we started with that and the gnocco fritto, which were like little puffed pita bread. I had the pistachio pesto pasta and hubs had carbonara. We both loved our pastas and couldn't say no to the pistachio tiramisu dessert. If you need a break from Spanish food while in Madrid, Bresca is a great choice.

i think this was one of my favorite meals in madrid. the pasta is so fresh and the waiter was so…read morefriendly. he was willing to accommodate some vegetarian friends and the food was brought out so quickly (despite it seeming like he was the only one working that night). the restaurant is quaint, but the food is delicious. would definitely get a spritz or glass of wine if i were to come back. the pistachio pesto pasta is delicious!!!

Great food and very friendly host and staff…read more We had a great meal and very personal experience

One of the best pizzas I've ever had in my life. The pasta was definitely hand made. The service…read morewas great

Good food, nice wine, exceptional pizza and very good service. The deserts were tasty and we were…read moreoffered complimentary sambuca

We wanted to try something new tonight and Oliveto did not disappoint! It is tucked away, so…read morethere's minimal traffic and crowds around the restaurant. The service was great and our meal was delicious. We had a few pastas to split, I would personally recommend the pesto, and some pizza as well! The tiramisu and panna cotta for dessert were perfect, and all our drinks complimented our meal perfectly. This was better than some of the Italian food I had in Italy, so make sure you give this a try!

Everything was honestly exactly what I hoped. The appetizer was fantastic. The wine smooth. The…read moremeal... perfect. My mouth is watering just thinking about it.

Quick note before the review: This is not the same restaurant it used to be some years ago. Old…read more5-star reviews were well deserved by that time. The food's quality was terrible: - The pizza ingredients were very low quality and not well distributed. - We ordered a simple margherita and it didnt even contain basil leaves. - We ordered a different pizza with egg and bacon: it was also really bad. - Even the balsamic vinegar was bad. (They only had once of these thick vinegar bottles, and the cap was all dirty) - the focaccia was the worst: It has a thick section that was half baked, and the rest of it looked like a thin crispy bread/cookie For the staff: - The staff tried to avoid adding the discount from the reservation. After complaining, they fixed it, but you shouldn't need to complain to prevent being charged extra. - The staff was a bit lost on what was their menu. - They were polite at least The restaurant: - This used to be a different restaurant, one of the best pizza places in Madrid. About aprox. 2 years ago, the owner sold the restaurant and a different one was put in place of it. However, they decided to keep the name of the restaurants as well as all the excellent reviews it had in apps like yelp and trip advisor. While it could be a bit unfair to compare, as it is a completely different restaurant, in which only the name of it remained, the restaurant now has cheaper prices than the original one from years ago, but the ingredients are even cheaper, so in reality, the quality to prize ratio got a massive negative impact.

If you are looking for a cute and cozy pasta bar, I definitely recommend Nina Pasta. All their…read morepastas are handmade and everything on their menu sound delicious it's hard to choose what to order :). I had their gnocchi bravos as an appetizer and it was delicious. Perfectly cooked being crunchy yet soft inside. And the salsas that came with the dish were great. For the pasta dish, I had the Pappardelle Boletus and it did not disappoint. Pasta was Al Dente and perfectly seasoned. I just wish the quantities were a little more but I will definitely go back to try their other dishes

I don't think I've ever been more excited to write a review for a restaurant. But if I could, I…read morewould give Nina Pasta bar all the stars! The restaurant is on a nice small street, so while wandering the area we just happened to stumble upon it on our first day in Madrid. When I saw that it was authentic pasta, I figured it would be great to give it a try, and I'm so glad that we did. We went on a Sunday, the same day as El Rastro, huge weekly flea market in the La Latina neighborhood. The streets were packed and so was Nina. However, we snagged a large community table in the back. One important tip about going on Sunday- they have a limited menu due to the amount of people coming because of El Rastro. The menu offers 2-3 tapas, and only 2 lunch options. But don't worry because both options are AMAZING. Their carbonara and Gnocci are to die for! We also had tinto de Verano to drink (sangria) that was also really yummy. We loved this place so much that on our last full day we had to return for one more meal! We went on a Tuesday afternoon for lunch, perfect time because it wasn't crowded and they also had their full menu available. We were happy to be greeted by the same lovely servers who remembered us from Sunday. My fiancé went with the carbonara again and I tried one of their daily specials, and OMG I am so glad so did. They offered a pappardelle black truffle and parmesan pasta and it was life changing to say the least. I spent time thinking about how I can bring some back to the US. I also tried to savor each bite by eating very slowly lol. During that meal we also had the gnocchi bravas, their take on the classic patatas bravas. That also was amazing, and a nice change since we'd been eating the traditional bravos all week. Please, please, please if you're in Madrid stop by Ninas Pasta Bar for lunch. You will not regret it and you probably will think about the pasta for the rest of your trip, like I did!!

A little slice of Italy in the heart of Madrid…read more We had an amazing dining experience at Belmondo. From the moment we walked in, the staff greeted us in Italian, setting the tone for a meal that truly felt like a quick escape to Italy -- right in the middle of Madrid. We were two people and started with the octopus carpaccio, which was thinly sliced and delicately flavored. A refined, elegant way to open the evening. Then came the "2 Hot 2 Handle" pizza -- the dough was perfect, and the flaming peperoncino not only added a fiery kick but made for a dramatic tableside moment. We also ordered the "La Carbonmamma" pasta, and added a portion of fresh truffle. What a treat. The pasta was perfectly al dente, and the truffle was shaved fresh over the top -- aromatic, slightly crunchy, and an absolute delight. To drink, we had an Aperol Spritz and a beer -- simple, classic choices that paired well with the meal. The service was impeccable -- warm, attentive, and with just the right touch of flair. The ambiance strikes a great balance: stylish and modern, yet casual and comfortable. It's the kind of place where you can linger and savor every bite. Would I go back? Absolutely -- again and again. Belmondo is a must if you're looking for authentic Italian vibes and fantastic food in Madrid.

Best italian restaurant in Madrid, hands down…read more It is imperative that you make a reservation. This restaurant gets packed for lunch and dinner. The restaurant is beautiful and the atmosphere is great. Decor is elegant and chill at the same time. Everything we ordered was mind-blowing good. Appetizers were smoked stracciatela and the vitelo tonnato that was so good. (Delicious) The pasta star was malfadinne al tartufo, and the pizza Margherita But literally, you can order anything. It will be delicious. They have a great wine list, and the kitchen works like a Swiss watch. It's definitely worth coming here, and I would definitely recommend eating at this restaurant. 2 thumbs up.

Having spent a week in Madrid, and getting countless tapas, we needed a change of pace and we were…read morethrilled to stumble across authentic Italian restaurant. They managed somehow to accommodate a group of 16, giving us the very charming outdoor patio spot. Dishes from different pastas, pizzas, and almost every type of wine on the menu. The food was incredibly fresh, flavors popped, and the service was impeccable. I highly recommend this location for those looking for a little something different in between the croquetas and jimon ibérico of the surrounding areas.

Extraordinary; the best Italian restaurant on the planet is in Madrid; who'd've guessed it. This…read moreplace is worth a trip to Madrid in itself if you love Italian food. Excellent ambiance, great service, and unbelievable food. Absolutely a must.

Such a great place! I had very low expectations for pizza from Spain. Araldo proved me incredibly…read morewrong. This pizza was incredible! They don't have a ton of seating so I'd recommend a reservation. We luckily snagged a table. They were very helpful with the menu and attentive. Our food came out quickly. It was really comfortable inside. They have a cool table with a "fire" at it as well.

This place is fantastic. We made a reservation for 3pm and our table was ready when we arrived…read more Started out with the Salad with Tuna plus foccacia (1/2 portion - great for sharing to each get a side salad size). It was absolutely delicious. Then we ordered a pizza - went with the Madrazo original 2018 which was incredible. For dessert the TARTITA ARALDO - a wonderful warm cake served with homemade vanilla gelato. It's not a big dessert but perfect if you must have something to satisfy your sweet tooth. I also have a comforting decaf cappuccino. Service was excellent throughout our meal and the ambiance of the place was very casual and comfortable - many options for seating - some noisier and some more private. We appreciated the options. Highly recommend this place!