Review: Mazál Bagels & Café Finding a bagel that holds its…read moreown against the gold standard of Brooklyn is no small feat, but Mazál Bagels & Café delivers an authentic experience that feels like a slice of home. The texture is spot on--that elusive balance of a crisp, golden exterior and a chewy, airy center that only comes from expert technique. Beyond the bagels, the atmosphere is vibrant and welcoming, making it an ideal spot for a slow morning or a quick mid-day recharge. The service is equally impressive; the staff is attentive, warm, and clearly takes pride in what they serve. Every bite tastes incredibly fresh, from the house-made spreads to the perfectly seasoned toppings. It is rare to find this level of quality and consistency abroad. For anyone seeking a truly delicious and high-quality café experience, Mazál comes highly recommended. It is a must-visit destination for locals and travelers alike.

If you're studying abroad and missing bagels, Mazal Bagels will do the trick. Not quite NYC level,…read morebut close enough when the craving hits. Tiny spot with cozy friendly vibes. Limited seating. I had the avocado and egg on a bagel which filled my craving.

I went to the location at Baja de San Pablo 51. Almost missed walking right by the cafe. It's…read morenondescript inside, with industrial decor. Stay for the drinks which are the real winner here. The iced banana latte is made with strong and flavorful coffee, with a caramelized bit of banana on top. My daughter had the Spanish sea salt latte which was also very good. Bakery items and sandwiches are also available for purchase. I settled on the avocado toast with some sprinkle of spices that I cannot recall. It was tasty. The tables nearby ordered dessert items like cheesecake and strawberry shortcake that looked delicious. Perfect spot for some delicious coffee, a place to chat and chill. Service was fast and friendly. They even spoke English. Order and pay at the register and then the food and drinks are brought to your table.

Very cute and quiet coffee/cake spot. I happened to walk past this place on my first day of my trip…read moreto Madrid, where I saw the cakes through the window and could smell the coffee aroma. I returned a few days later, and it did not disappoint! The pistachio cheesecake was creamy without being too sweet, and the hojicha latte had a nice nutty flavor to it. Overall, the ambience is quiet, but you can still chat. The WiFi is good as well.

Great place for specialty coffee. Cappuccino had a light flavor to it so not bold as I like it but…read morestill happy that I found a coffee place that had oat milk. It's called leche de avena. The place is extremely small so when it's crowded the coffee must be taken to go. Other than that great spot great staff

The ambiance of the bar was super friendly and it is a great spot to meet up with friends. Not a…read moregreat study/work spot though as they don't allow laptops in the cafe. I got my coffee with condense milk to go and it was a great drink to power through the day!

Stopped by here for the sweet mini brunch after a long night and had a pretty decent experience…read more The inside on the downstairs floor is decorated and looks like a home with couches, comfy chairs, and warm lighting. Service was quick but took a longg time to bring our check which is pretty typical in Europe honestly. The mini sweet brunch was only 10 euro and included a hot drink (tea, coffee), cold drink, croissant, and choice of baked apples or yogurt with granola and chocolate chips. The croissant was warmed and yummy. The baked apples topped with whipped cream were served cold, but they definitely would've tasted better warm. Overall: cozy, affordable place near Plaza España for breakfast if you're not too hungry or in a rush

I really enjoyed my English breakfast. Service was good. The outside of the cafe could use some…read moreupdating since there was some graffiti on the walls but very clean inside. Seems like a popular place with young people.

The food was overall a 4, for freshness and a clean feeling but some items a little off, either too…read moresalty or too sweet. I'm giving this place 5 stars for the above average food, the decor, the service and the price, but mostly the service. Please note, thanks to the coronavirus, I had the whole place to myself and the server was my personal conversation partner. I'm told that when mass hysteria isn't shutting down the city, the restaurant would be full at lunch. My lunch was memorable because of the kind server (I didn't catch his name).

Great quality and ambiance with quality foods. Left feeling full and energized. Smoothies are great…read moreas well

This bookshop, turned brunch spot (on the weekends) should get more credit! They have 1€ mimosas on…read morethe weekends after 12!;) I know some people come here to study or read during the week, but I wouldn't suggest this Friday-Sunday. What I ordered: I got the goat cheese and tomato bagel with cream cheese and a mint tea for 5€. The bagel was good, not the best I've ever had, but good. They had many other flavor options as well. The bagel came with a small portion of chips, but took a decent amount of time to actually come out. This seems like a nice place to hang out. They also had a HUGE selection of books at decent prices! In my opinion, I would always rather buy used books over new!

A nice place to relax and have a cup of coffee and a snack after browsing through the stacks of…read morebooks. J & J's is owned by a ex-pat from the States, but he's been in Madrid long enough to be one of them. It was obvious from the short time I spent sitting at the counter that he has loyal regulars that love to come in and chat with him. I had 2 cappuccino's and also went downstairs to browse around. The books are well organized by type and author and the prices are very reasonable. My cappuccino's were delicious, the environment was great, and the owner couldn't have been nicer. Stop in if you're in the area shopping or if you're looking for a book in English.

Easily one of the best brunch spots in Madrid, and honestly some of the best food we had in all of…read moreSpain. We got the French toast and the huevos rancheros and both were so good. Like, still thinking about them good. The French toast was perfect and the huevos rancheros were packed with flavor and super comforting. Everything just hit. If you're looking for the best brunch spot in Spain, this is it. No question. Would come back in a heartbeat. This place is a must-visit in Madrid. We're already dreaming about coming back!!! (The atmosphere was a 10, service was a 10, food was a 10)

Great food and coffee. Service was good and location comfortable and clean. We had the salmon salad…read morewith avocado. Large bowl with plenty of avocado and salmon. Had to ask for dressing though. Also ordered the French toast served with maple syrup, eggs and bacon. It was dekic

La Bicicleta is delicious. My shaken iced latte was prepared to perfection and the plain croissant…read morehas some sugar on top. It is delicate and delicious. They have both a Spanis & English menu, so this is a good option if you are a traveler without much Spanish. But being able to understand and order in Spanish I am sure is much appreciated

Good food, good coffee, and cool ambiance! The service was good, the art and decor were very cool…read more Good wifi too, great if you're traveling and looking for breakfast/lunch

Chicken Toast -- 9/10: super flavorful and delicious toast which was over flowing with rich…read moreavocado, cheese, leafy greens, sundried tomatoes, and strawberries. The toast was a yummy sour dough and the chicken was cooked and seasoned very well. Iced Latte -- 6/10: a little watery and smaller than i thought it would be. not bad but i probably could have gotten a richer and more creamy latte elsewhere. I saw this brunch spot in Porto but didn't have a chance to stop in so I was thrilled to see it in Madrid. I was actually on my way to Matik Studios (just across the street) but they had a long line so I ended up grabbing a seat at Zenith and enjoying a filling brunch before heading in for my pics! Great service and ambience. It would be an awesome spot to brunch with family and friends and had a varying menu so it would be perfect groups.

we went early morning, not too busy, for their breakfast. we were sat quite quickly, host was a bit…read moreshort but our server was very nice. we got eggs Benedict, mixed berry pancakes, the banana pancakes, and poached eggs with their sweet potato fries. We also tried their strawberry matcha and latte. Everything was good, maybe a little bit off-- like the sweet potatoes were soggy and the pancakes and drinks were so so sweet. But overall it was a good breakfast to start the day.

Decent chain, for when the breakfast place you picked out suddenly opens 30 minutes late for no…read moreapparent reason. Nothing special, but good.