This small, charming place is a must-visit for the cheese lover. We were lucky enough to spot it…read morewhile walking around near the Temple of Debod, but La Carbonera is worth a trip across the city. The proprietor Marcelo was extremely knowledgeable and helpful, and the cheese menu was well organized by type of animal (goat, sheep, or cow) and by strength of cheese (on a 1-4 scale). When we visited, there was only one cheese in category 4... try it if you dare!

Wow, we found this place by by true luck! All I can say is what a wonderful and delicious…read moreexperience this was. We had the salmon and then the roast beef. Both very beautiful presentation and very delicious. White and red wine both recommended by lovely female wait staff. Followed up with goat cheese dessert. If we weren't leaving tomorrow we would return!

We came for the craft beer and were pleased with the whole experience. La Quince is the house brew…read more My husband was glad to find a good West Coast IPA. They had hazy also. The food was very good. Pizza was thin crust so not so filling. Shockingly, 2 of us finished everything without feeling really full. Servers were friendly.

Great bar not far from Plaza del sol that serves up some tasty pizza! My husband and I selected…read morethis location because we were looking for craft beer in Madrid. We stopped in on a Sunday evening to find a couple of tables occupied, but not overly busy. We were sad to hear the basement was closed off, which was a big part of the reason we wanted to visit. The bartender was very friendly and attentive. We ordered a few different beers and shared a pizza. All was great! I would recommend this location for those seeking craft beer and pizza in the city.

Randomly stopped in here after lunch a couple weeks ago. Being from Southern California I'm a huge…read morecraft beer fanatic and while I also love wine and sangria I was dying for some beer action after a week in Madrid. Technically this is a store you can buy bottles and cans from and they have SOOO many options packed into the little space, but they also had 5 beers on tap and some tables so you could sit and have a drink of what's on tap or try some of what's bottled. The guy behind the counter (who's name I sadly forgot now) was really awesome in describing the beers on tap. I went with two very different hazy IPAs. It was just myself and my cousin in the store and he came over after a bit to ask how we liked it and we had some great brew convo which I appreciated.

If you're a craft beer fan in Madrid, this place is an absolute MUST. Whether an expat or a local,…read morethey have all kinds of beer from all over the world. Homesick American looking for a quality stout? They got Speedway and Sump among others. Looking for a taste of Europe? You'll find plenty of Cantillon and 3 Fonteinen, and even Westvleteren 12! Wanting a tour of Spain? They have local brews aplenty. They have a few taps with good stuff, and many available bottles/cans for on-site consumption or take-out. The owner is very nice, honest and knowledgeable. Prices are also very reasonable. To a non-beer snob much of it may look crazy expensive, but it's incredibly reasonable for the beers they're assigned to. But don't worry, they have plenty of cheaper deliciousness for those not looking to break the bank. Highly recommend!

We were walking back to our hotel one evening and realized bodega de la Ardosa was nearby. We had…read moreit in our list to try but had just finished dinner at another tapas spot so saved it for a different night. I don't eat olives unless I'm in Spain, I don't really like olives at all but for some reason when I'm abroad I can stomach green olives and eat several. Theirs were yummy. The Spanish tortilla and artichoke were my fav! I could have ordered two of each. We had a glass of wine and a few tasty plates and were all set. This place is bustling in a great way! Highly recommend. Bar service was great!

Perfect little stop for vermouth. Cozy, warm vibe with dim lighting and a lively crowd. Small space…read morebut super inviting, and the prices are great.

Cute little sandwiches for a snack or light meal; very inexpensive. I had the 'pollo tandoori' and…read more'jamón gran reserva' montaditos and my husband had the ensalada campechana which has tuna in it; we each had a drink and that came to around 10 Euros. The tandoori chicken is not anything like tandoori. It's very mildly flavored. It was a plain sandwich, as described on the menu, with just meat and nothing else; no butter or mayo, though they have other variations with more ingredients such as lettuce and tomato. Overall I quite liked it. However if I had known earlier their 'pollo' was processed chicken cut into chunky slices, I might not have ordered it, but I thought it was a decent little sandwich. The bread had a nice texture; not crusty, but not too soft. The jamón with tomato and olive oil was actually good quality jamón. I loved that they served a handful of potato chips with the montaditos! Those were perfect. The salad had an iceberg lettuce base (which unfortunately seems to be the standard lettuce in Spain), a good amount of tuna, some other toppings including crispy fried onion bits. Green salads are not a standard on menus in Spain so it was a nice option to have and my husband really liked it. The great thing about the mini-sandwich size is that you can order just enough for your appetite, and you can try different flavors. This site had indoor tables, outdoor tables, and apparently a second floor. It was popular with young people hanging out with friends. It's convenient to the Atocha train station, nearby hotels, and the Reina Sofía museum. They also have Ben and Jerry's ice cream desserts. Staff that night spoke English and were efficient.

A nifty little place to go after the Museo de Reina Sofia on a sunday (which is free after 1:30pm)…read more €1 sandwiches... theyre tiny. But whereas they skimped on portions, they're pretty much packed with flavor. I had the chorizo and brie (which the nephew ate by accident & i had to eat his order: salmon and cream cheese) and a hotdog. Because I felt cheated out of my chorizo and brie, i had to order a third one, plus get a sweet sandwich dessert consisting of chocolate bread, oreos and dulce de leche. Also, I asked for beer but they poured me a mug of apple cider (€2ish). The guys who work here are super nice and alternate playing pop (ed sheeran?) music and heavy metal. They also have a tv on - futbol is on, of course. Wifi is free!!!

Yelp offer DID NOT work, just a heads up. They didn't even recognize it, confirmed by 2 employees…read moreat the front desk. The wine we did try was very good. But the croquettes did not taste good at all.

If you are looking for the right wine, champagne, gyn, etc. for the perfect occasion; you've come…read moreto the right place. In 'Lavinia' you'll find not only the perfect bottle of wine, but also an amazing customer service. Due to the current lack of specialised and/or kind (polite) customer service in a lot of establishments, finding employees who are well-trained and seem passionate about their jobs, is something that you will notice once you get into the establishment. As you all know, 'wine-pairing' (knowing how to pair the right wine with the right dish) is a science which, if you don't know anything about, don't worry because the staff of Lavinia will gladly advise you.