A very cute cafe with delicious food! Service was great. I had the fluffy pancakes with banana…read morewhich was fantastic and large in portion size. The lychee Jasmine tea is unsweetened, just FYI. They had a little sign up that says not to use laptops here on weekends ‍ Overall, this seemed like a popular, busy spot and I would definitely recommend it if you're in the area!

I don't really like this place.. it's cute but I've given it 2 tries and both were pretty bad…read more Smoothie is just orange juice with a chunk of banana, toast with avocado and salmon has potential but the bread was so soggy. No way you can call that toast, but scraping what was on top off was fine. Coffee wasn't my fav but

Service was amazing- food was great and such a cool experience dining at the oldest restaurant in…read morethe world!

Dining at Botín in Madrid was a wonderful experience and one that I would highly recommend to…read moreanyone visiting the city. Founded in 1725, Botín is recognized by Guinness World Records as the oldest operating restaurant in the world, making a meal here feel like a genuine journey through Madrid's history. The restaurant was completely full when we arrived and we did not have a reservation, but the staff went out of their way to accommodate us. That was an especially nice surprise given how busy the restaurant was. We were fortunate to be seated at an outdoor table, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The atmosphere was lively and quintessentially Madrid, and the service throughout the meal was excellent. The staff deserves special recognition--professional, attentive, friendly, and clearly experienced in handling a very busy restaurant while still making guests feel welcome. Of course, part of the magic of Botín is the history. Walking into a restaurant that has been serving guests for nearly three centuries is remarkable, and the traditional atmosphere complements the experience perfectly. Botín is particularly famous for its traditional Castilian cuisine and its wood-fired roasts. Overall, this was much more than simply having a meal--it was experiencing a piece of Madrid's history. Excellent staff, great service, a wonderful outdoor table, and an unforgettable setting. If you are visiting Madrid, Botín is absolutely worth experiencing, especially for the history and atmosphere. Highly recommended...

Tasty organic eggs plus brava potatoes and prosciutto type cured ham with no fat. Very pleasant…read moreservice. Outside seating looking at botanical gardens. Great ambiance.

Murillo Café feels like one of those places you don't expect to find outside Venezuela. I tried…read moreseveral things and everything was on point, but the polvorosa de pollo really stood out. It instantly took me back to Venezuela, where I had it many times growing up -- pure comfort food, the kind that brings memories with every bite. The tequeños were light and crispy, not oily, and clearly made with care. The numpias were another favorite, crunchy, flavorful, and even better dipped in soy sauce, which adds a subtle Asian twist without taking away from what makes them special. The sliders were just ok. What truly completes the experience is the attention. It's warm, natural, and welcoming, making you feel at home without trying too hard. Murillo Café delivers authenticity, nostalgia, and genuinely good food.

Retiro Park is like the Central Park of Madrid. This gigantic park has it all. Large grassy areas…read morefor a picnic or long pathways to run or walk. A big lake in the center to rent a row boat and ride around or a crystal palace to swoon over. Retiro is big and it can be hard to see everything on foot. There are lots of available rental bikes to make your trip throughout the park even easier.

Beautiful park ! Lots of space for kids to run and play ! Plenty of cafes to grab coffee before and…read moreevening stroll! Came in winter and still is stunning

We were looking for inexpensive dining options and Lateral was recommended by our hotel staff. The…read moremenu had a very unique take on familiar options. I was craving a burger. They had one but it as made with veal, which kind of turned me off. Instead I decided to have the gyozas. (Dumplings which were half with veggies and half with minced chicken.). They were good, but they were not quite warm. They came with a dipping sauce which added a little kick of flavor. My sister had the veal, which was very thin and breaded. She said it was quite good. The restaurant was clean inside, but very informal and plain. Service was good and they had a full bar. Lateral was good; but nothing special to warrant a second visit.

This place was recommended by our Airbnb host. This was his favorite spot for tapas…read more You should know, majority of Spain eats dinner late by American standards, like 9-11pm so we were lucky that they were open at 6pm. I'm embarrased to say we ordered like typical Americans and ordered like half the menu lol. The restaurant had AC, clean bathrooms, and everything was delicious!

Churros and Chocolate is a must-try when visiting Madrid, and there's no better place to try it…read morethan Chocolatería San Ginés. The restaurant has been around for over a century and they've perfected their craft by now. They were very busy when we arrived and the line to get in was out the door. Fortunately, it looks like the restaurant owns the whole block, so we were lead to another indoor area with a lot of seating available. The Churros con Chocolate was incredible. The churros were nice and crispy and the chocolate was hot and rich. They combined perfectly. Once I finished the churros, I devoured the remaining chocolate by scraping the cup using the provided spoon.

Hotel recommendation ... great choice! Friendly woman took our order and the fellow that brought…read moreour food and lattes was also friendly. Sat in the back corner, so great people watching. Churros were delicious, served hot and very freshly made! Chocolate was smooth and delicious. Lattes good too, strong and nice foam. Place gets crowded. A truly wonderful experience.

Upstairs is upscale restaurant, most i paid for dinner during my vacation in Spain was here…read more I stopped by here during lunch earlier but they were all busy. I booked a table from the app "thefork" for dinner. Downstairs doesn't take reservations and it is more casual bar style restaurant. I started my dinner with croquettes. It was so soft in inside and crunch on outside. After this, I think I ordered croquettes at every time whenever I see one on the menu for the rest of my vacation in Spain. We shared a couple of main dishes, flavor bursted in my mouth from the first bite. Food was perfectly paired with a bottle of wine I ordered and I somehow finished the whole bottle by myself. Just ate food slowly while enjoying every sip of wine. Service could got a bit slow at a time but I wasn't in a hurry to go anywhere, just enjoyed slow dinner. Stylish decor upstairs.

Beautiful setting in a location slightly out of the beaten path. Friendly service, great tapas,…read moregood wines. Very enjoyable experience.

I know the Prado is acclaimed as one of the world's best museums, and its global reputation rests…read moreon the depth of classic European paintings from the 12th to the 19th century. No argument about that, but unlike the Louvre, it doesn't offer the breadth of art one would expect from such a vaunted museum. The curators apparently have no interest in expanding their collection because it engenders unmanageable foot traffic. That also explains why photography is prohibited in the galleries. I ended up buying postcards to have a visual remembrance of my favorite masterpieces collected by centuries of Spanish royalty. Consequently, the Spanish masters are represented by familiar masterworks like Las Meninas (The Maids of Honor) by Diego Velázquez (Photo 4), as well as The Naked Maja and The Family of Carlos IV (Photo 7), both by Francisco de Goya. Other European masterworks are represented like the impressive Garden of Earthly Delights by Hieronymus Bosch (Photo 6) and The Judgment of Paris by Peter Paul Rubens. Beyond this scope, there are intriguing artifacts to peruse like the Leoni Renaissance Sculptures (Photo 3). Truth be told, you need to add the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum and the Museo Reina Sofía to get a more complete picture of Madrid's artful treasures. RELATED - Exploring Madrid? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/ElhwJIbGWS

We checked into our hotel kind of late and already had 5:30 PM reservation tickets for Museo del…read morePrado that we bought about a month in advance. It was close to our hotel but not close enough to make it there on time since we were literally just leaving the hotel at 5:30 PM. The hotel attendant immediately suggested taking a cab because we were already running behind. When we arrived, I swear the line looked a mile long! Thankfully my bf asked one of the attendants before we jumped in line because apparently all those people were waiting for the free admission window. We found out that they offer daily late-entry free admission Monday-Saturday from 6 PM-8 PM. Since we already had tickets, they scanned us right in and there was basically no wait. Huge tip: if you purchased tickets in advance, do NOT automatically follow the giant line! Walk directly toward the front and ask an attendant where ticket holders should enter. It will save you so much time! Lol. I mainly wanted to come here for the Francisco Goya artwork. The museum definitely feels very old world European and is heavily centered around royalty, religion, and classical art. After a while it can start to feel emotionally heavy even for a Catholic like me. If you really enjoy soaking in the artwork and taking your time, I'd recommend visiting earlier in the day so you don't feel rushed trying to see everything. My one complaint is that the directions to the toilets/restrooms were not very clear. We spent a while walking around trying to find one before eventually giving up and leaving since we were already exhausted and super jet lagged. Thankfully our hotel was only about a 20-minute walk away. It was still a great experience and definitely something I'd recommend if you're visiting Madrid. P.S. Photos are not allowed inside, so don't expect to be taking pictures of the artwork while visiting.

I stumbled across this largely by accident as I had arrived from my day trip to Toledo earlier than…read moreoriginally planned and still had the urge to explore something new. Unlike Retiro Park and other spots, this is one more partaken by the locals of Madrid rather than the tourists like me. Because of the heat, I didn't really explore the area in full. However, it's serene and blissful in the midst of a bustling metro. It's quite the way to escape from the madness. Fortunately there is easy metro access here so it isn't hard to reach.

The decision to place one of Madrid's highways underground provided an unprecedented opportunity to…read morelocate the city of Madrid within its surroundings, achieving a greater environmental biodiversity and a city that is greener, more habitable and sustainable.

we had W little time, so decided to take a stroll through the Botanical Gardens. Plants, trees and…read moreflowers from around the world. Not too many flowers blooming mid-June, but beautiful and peaceful. A really nice walk in nature.

Who doesn't like a walk in a garden? Smartly squeezed between the Prado and Parque del Retiro,…read moreMadrid's Royal Botanical Garden is actually a large parcel of greenery, about twenty acres. Founded in 1755 and spread across seven discrete sections, the garden showcases over 5,500 living plant species, and fortunately, May was a good time to visit. Spring floral displays were just beginning, in particular, roses and irises (Photo 9), and two greenhouses contain more rarefied tropical and desert plants. For the more botanically inclined, there are organized scientific displays, aromatic medicinal herb sections, and English-style landscapes populated with towering, ancient trees. For the rest of us, there are quiet walkways and fountains that allow a more meditative pace. One particular path was set up for the specific display of bonsai trees (Photo 2). Admission is normally 4€ - though we inadvertently hit the garden during a free access period on a Tuesday. Yep, it was kinda crowded but still worthwhile. RELATED - Exploring Madrid? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/9IYyItExqL