We came here a couple years ago but this restaurant stood out so much that I feel compelled to write this review!
Even as my first ever meal in Spain, this was one of the best experiences.
The restaurant is small, a handful of seats at the bar in the front with standing room for maybe a dozen people max, and 4 small tables in the back room. However you can see the care they put into the service and presentation. The space is classy, modern and warm, with the ingredients for small plates ready for fresh prep inside and on the glass case atop the bar. Since we didn't make reservations, we walked in shortly after opening, sat at the bar and were able to order from the sit-down menu. Around 8:30 the space started filling up with locals out for the evening.
The food was very good. We especially enjoyed the tuna pastrami (an ingenious idea), anchovies (who knew anchovies and apricots went together!) and tripe/feet/snout stew which was their take on a traditional seasonal Madrid dish.
What made the experience even better was the warmth and care of the owner and staff. Though our Spanish was deplorable, they made every effort to be welcoming, explain their dishes, menu suggestions and share the story of their restaurant. It was their personal care and the passion for their food that made this dinner unforgettable. To this day, this one of the foremost dining experiences that stands out in my mind from my trips to Spain. read more