🔎Open Your Eyes

Highlighting spots we've seen and been this year so far.

This time:

Mad for the Madrileñ@!
When in Spain...

Cafe Ruiz


Read our review here.

What's the story?
Classy cocktails. A traditional setting. It's leather chairs and cast iron and marble tables. There are snacks and cakes to try too.
Try?
Any cocktail going will please you. Brandy Alexander and Classic Daiquiri are highlights
Price?
Expect to pay a bit less than €10 a drink.

FYI: Head round the corner to find the hidden second bar.

Camara Agraria


Read our review here.

What's the story?
Madrid's best market. Not - yet - overwhelmed by food tourists, you'll follow a stream of shopping trolleys to the hive of activity that is the Camara once a month. The cheap wine tasting and tapas is matched by a couple of artisan beer sellers on duty too.
Try?
In season, tomatoes. Indluge in some excellent oil. And everyone seems desperate for leeks.
Price?
For 3 wine tasting tickets - €2. For 2 tapas €3.


FYI: First Saturday of the month 10-1500. Arrive early.

Riberia Do Miño


Read our review here.

What's the story?
A taste of Galicia in Chueca. The menu's full of Spanish and Galician classics, the quality is top notch. Meats and fish are on offer too. Finish off with a fiery bowl of traditional queimada, and don't forget the incantation.
Try?
The seafood a la plancha is not to be missed. Not the best place for desserts, but the tarta santiago is as good as any of the main courses.
Price?
€25-30

FYI: Book in advance. Sunday sitting starts at 1345.

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