I was really excited to go here, as I'm vegan and it's hard to find traditional Spanish dishes that…read moreare vegan here. Or just vegan food that isn't just fried and a veggie burger... but I was very disappointed. The prices were outrageous, even for vegan food. The one good deal was a coffee, orange juice and toast for 3,50 euros. The juice and coffee were good but the toast was terrible. The waiter didn't get my order right and then when we tried to order more food, he said the "kitchen was having problems". Didn't have a chance to try their other food, which I'm sure would've been good.... but I won't be returning so oh well.

My friends and I came here for a midday snack. We ended up sharing a ranchera arepa. It was pretty…read morefilling, and as far as taste...t was ok. I guess I was expecting something more like huevos rancheros, and this wasn't quite it. It was layered in the following order from bottle to top: arepa, tomatos, a burger-like patty, egg, and more tomatoes. It needed some kick (PS: they have sriracha) overall.

Exceptional roast chicken, gazpacho and patatas bravas. Their lunch menus are terrific, and Casa…read moreAlvarez is located in the heart of La Latina, so you're a short walk from a number of exceptional shops, sights and bars. Perhaps one of the most relaxing, best tasting meals I've had in Madrid. While some of the other highly reviewed places in Madrid are a bit more expensive and a bit more cosmopolitan, Casa Alvarez, with its high quality preparations, exceptional prices, and laid back atmosphere, deserves a visit without question.

This was one of my go to places when I lived in Madrid...and boy do I miss it. The owners are so…read moresweet and the food is deliciosa! Each day of the week there is a different entree, but they generally repeat them the following week, so if you miss a day, don't fret, you can get it the next week. Also the food is very reasonably priced. It is mostly for takeout, but there are a couple of tables if you want to eat there. I really can't wait to get back to Madrid to eat here again!

This spot has changed names to Matute Arepa Bar and that is the restaurant im reviewing…read more You'd probably figured Arepa bar, A place that specializes in only arepas, how could that exist?? Well it does and it's amazing! Which a hipster vibe and a friendly staff, the Matute might not be classic Spanish food but it does a great job developing flavors and presenting solid dishes. I tried three difference ones, pulled pork, pork loin and black beans/plantains. All three were excellent! Generous portions for the price. Thr only down side i felt was that the pork loin was slightly overcooked. Other than that, great sauces!! About 5euro per arepa but totally worth it. Bonus they dont charge for water here and have wifi! Overall, i really enjoyed my meal here. They have better arepas than some of the Venezuelan places ive been to in the states. Will be back to try the breakfast menu! Protip: make a reservation on TripAdvisor for 30% off

I was visiting Madrid and came here for arepas 3 out of the 4 days we were in town. Yes, we loved…read morethem that much! The owner was very friendly and really made us feel welcome. Every time we came, we were eating at unpopular times so the restaurant was never busy but i believe it gets crowded at night. I'm vegan so I inquired which arepas, if any, could be made vegan. I was informed with confidence that there were two options, the veggie or the Caribbean veggie. The Caribbean veggie was the BEST. My meat eating friend enjoyed a couple different selections but her favorite was also the Caribbean veggie. Complete with black beans, fried plantain and avocado, it was loaded up and delicious. They also have salsas for you to rest out on your food. The sangria was delicious and made to order and was something we truly loved from Matute as well.

This is not a review of the food- but unfortunately 5 minutes after we sat down (we were only 1 of…read more2 tables in the place) and my purse was stolen from my chair - do NOT leave your items unattended at this restaurant. The management did not seem to care and told us we needed to call the police ourselves- horrible experience! Will never be back.

My wife and I had dinner here on April 30, 2024. We ordered the Seafood Paella. The paella was a…read morebit disappointing. It could have used more seafood. The paella was very poor: Two pieces of shrimp and few pieces of tiny claims.

We found this little hidden gem it was amazing. Very old school decor. Very classy and very…read morecomfortable atmosphere Customer service was wonderful. Enjoyed a few glasses of Prosecco some fresh cut prosciutto Gracias. We love this place.

Quality is good enough if you are trying to experience Spanish food at an affordable price…read more I go to Madrid twice a year and I always visit this restaurant.

I noticed this homestyle, family-run spot on a YouTube video featuring not a pair of obnoxious…read morehipsters but a couple of silver-haired nomads looking for the best of Madrid's cheap eats. Kindred spirits that carry the same logic, Jamie W and I took their advice and came here when they opened at 8:30 for dinner. There was already a queue of mostly locals who seemed to know the presumed owner, an irascible woman who pointed at the customers she liked most and gave them dibs on the available tables. We eventually got seated and reviewed the long menu presented in five different languages. Uh-oh, is this a tourist trap? No, not really. The prices here are pretty low considering how close it is to Gran Via. We started with a 10€ pitcher of Sangria (Photo 6). Our server abruptly left us to pour it ourselves, and I immediately produced a red wine puddle on the tablecloth. Oopsie. What made it into the glass was quite tasty though. She dropped off a couple of rustic bread rolls that were nearly loaves (Photo 12). Our shared salad arrived, the 4€ Ensalada Mixta, a combination of tuna, egg, green olives, onion, lettuce, and tomato (Photo 7). A sprinkling of oil and vinegar made it the right starter. A couple of small plates followed. The 5€ Croquettes were savory good with a mix of potato and cod mashed in the middle, but it inexplicably came with fries rather than the Russian salad advertised (Photo 10). The 5€ Tortilla Espanola was a complete winner with the potatoes mixing seamlessly with the fluffy eggs (Photo 8). Our entrees were nicely executed. Because they were out of roast chicken, Jamie went with the 6€ Half Fried Chicken in Garlic Sauce. It was not breaded but more pan-fried, but the pieces were tender thigh meat accompanied by fries (Photo 5). I ordered the 12€ Grilled Veal Steak, a generous cut prepared medium and also accompanied by fries (Photo 9). The veal was juicy with just a tad too much gristle to finish off the steak. If you're looking for a no-frills tasty meal in the thick of Madrid's tourist zone, this is a solid bet. FOOD - 4 stars...earthy down-home Spanish food at low prices AMBIANCE - 4 stars...crowded but atmospheric in a good way SERVICE - 3 stars...a bit brusque, not much on interaction TOTAL - 4 stars...one of the better deals to be found near the Gran Via RELATED - Exploring Madrid? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/F7loS8mvZb

Loved it. Best chicken cutlet I had in Spain…read more Fast service. Next time in Madrid will eat there again

They kick you out before closing time... so no don't come here. They could have just told us…read morethey're not taking anymore orders.

Our experience here was so very sad. It was our first evening in Madrid, getting acquainted with…read morethe city and pretty late by European standards for dinner. We were looking around for a meal and were approached by one of the staff just as we happened upon the menu. He insisted on having the best daily fish and it being made to order. My dining companion wanted fish. This is where it begins. No seats were available inside the restaurant so we got seated outside on their patio, which sits in an alleyway. The only table available was wiggly and unstable. The people on either side of us had recognized this problem and chose not to sit there. I used paper and lodged it beneath one of the table legs for stability. We browsed the menu and settled upon fish. My dining companion asked the server what kind of fish it was and if it contained skeletal. He assured her there was none. She went ahead and placed her order, while I went with calamari. Our plates arrived and it was an eyesore. My companion's fish was the tiniest thing ever. It was a severely malnourished fish with its skeletal poking through and very little flesh. We laughed because clearly there was some miscommunication. My calamari was also a small quantity and when tried, tasted super bland. We called the server back and explained how he assured us that the grilled fish contained no skeleton but showed him that it did and was impossible to eat. He said, he can't be responsible for the fish containing skeleton! Yes, but that's not what you said initially..! He took back the fish and she ordered a salad instead. I stuck with my dry and flavourless calamari. It was a pathetic portion. Neither of us was satisfied with their meal. To make matters worse, we were charged for the complimentary bread they brought out to our table! Avoid this place, it sucks!