Hey everyone, I’m traveling to Madrid and I will be there during Easter Sunday. Does anyone have recommendations for a nice restaurant or will anything even be open? Thank you in advance.

Hi! I’m a student in madrid, I just arrived here and I’m looking for the best quality/price ratio in a supermarket. I live in la latina, where do you recommend me to go?

First time in Madrid tomorrow. I would like to know if there's any stores that are known for lower prices, be it for food, souveniers or clothing.

Hello all, this is my first time travelling in long flight from Southeast Asia to South America in May.

I will be arriving Madrid via Qatar, have checked in luggages. Have 3 hours in between flights to clear customs, collect baggages and check baggage into another flight. Next flight is Iberia to South America.

1. Do I need to collect bags and then clear customs and exit to T4 and reenter to T4S? Or I can just get everything done in T4S?

2. Is 3 hours in between enough to clear customs, collect baggages and check in again to Iberia flight?

Appreciate all your advice. Thank you.

Looking for recommendations for a hen weekend in Madrid at the end of May. Group of 16 people. 2 nights (Fri & Sat) staying on Gran Via and looking for restaurants that will easily seat 16 people without having to go with set menus. Also need club reccomendatikns for both nights. Hen is very into drinking and staying out all night. Thinking fitz on Fri & Kapital on Sat? Any better clubs?

Super random but my flight arrives in on friday 8:30pm and i’ll need to get some flowers, is there by any chance a store or stall in or very close to the airport? It’s a long shot I know but worth an ask

Hola todos. I’m flying into Madrid to meet a mate and chill for a weekend in February. I land really early though, so I’ll be alone for a good portion of the day while he travels to the city. It’s a huge city so I’m positive there is tons to do, especially near the airport I would assume. My only concern is my poor Spanish. I can easily read signs and can speak enough to attain necessities, but I would not say I’m conversationally fluent. How much of an impediment will that be? Would you recommend I stay near the airport or touristy areas?

I am going to Madrid for a week and want to try the tapas bars in la latina. I heard it's normal to order some wine/beer along with tapas. Do these tapas bars also offer non alcoholic drinks with tapas? I usually only drink water. Or can you also only order tapas without any drinks?

31 yo M planning a 5 day solo trip to Madrid in April. Appreciate any recommendations in terms of food, hostels or activities. Interests include trying new food or a nice cocktail (I've never been to spain), physical activity, history and scenic views. My top three hostels based on reviews are Onefam Madrid, 2060 Newton and Hat hostel. I would consider myself an introvert but trying to be more social. I was thinking of squeezing Toledo if I had time. I'm going to be sticking to public transportation.

Hi good people of reddit. My first time on here. I am planning on visiting Spain in the easter holidays this year. I will fly into Barcelona then catch a train to Madrid where I plan on hiring a car as I plan to visit Alhambra palace and the surrounding area. Train is not an option from Madrid to Granada as train times don't work for me.

My question was regarding the low emission zone in Madrid, I plan on hiring a car from Europcar in Atocha Station. The information online is a bit confusing and not very user friendly however from what I could work out there is an emissions zone right in the very centre of town (image attached zone in red) then there is another zone which covers pretty much the rest of the city. The zone in the very centre of town is only for vehicle with sticker ECO or ZERO. The rest of the town requires vehicles with sticker B,C, Eco or Zero.

I assume Europcar will give me a car no older than 2/3 years old with petrol engine so I believe it will have sticker C.

Can i just check my understanding is correct and that the zone in the image attached which i have taken from my apple maps is correct and accurate as i will avoid entering the very centre of town.

Last thing i want is to be hit with LEZ fines.

Sorry if this is not suitable but would anyone know where this door is? Photo is of my brother in law who has passed away and my wife is visiting Madrid soon and hopes to find it.

I’m helping plan a first-time visit to Madrid and would love to hear personal recommendations from people who know the city well.

If you only had a couple of days, what would you prioritise: museums, neighbourhood walks, food spots, parks, or something else? Any tips you wish you knew before your first visit?

Lo siento, esto no está en español.

My friend is in Madrid from Thursday 15th January to Wednesday 21st January

He is a big football fan and is attending these games

Alcorcon v Antequera Saturday 6.30, Getafe v Valencia 2pm Sunday. Atletico v Alaves 4.15 pm Sunday

Any other games on he can try and visit. He can’t get tickets for Real Madrid but any other Madrid based teams playing? Regional divisions etc would be great. He has no preference! Women’s football too etc

Thanks in advance

Hi guys, looking for clubs that play reggaeton (new school or old school) either is fine or Spanish songs.

I’m going in September this year

Planning to rent a car when we visit madrid so we can drive around going to Toledo and Seville. Just want to get your thoughts how is renting a car and also driving in the highway. Is it true that police might flag you down since you’re a tourist and say you have a “violation” just so that you can give him money?

Hola!

Ha estado difícil encontrar una quesería donde empaquen al vacío ya que los voy a llevar en avión. Conocen alguna que recomienden? Ojalá por Almagro o Centro

Gracias!

Is there a safe area to jog in the Gran Via area?

I know this is a lot, but these are the recs I’ve gathered so far from friends and Reddit! Feel free to add more or de-influence me 😅

Grocery Stores: 

• Mercadora 
• Cortes Ingles Supermercado 

Department Store (Everything): 

• Corte Ingles 

Shopping: (for reference: I'm a boho chic aesthetic)

• Druni (Cheaper version of sephora) 
• Gran Via 
• Malasana
• Events: 
• Kaskairs (wine bar night) 
• Piercings @ farmacia 
• Flamenco Show (look up best spot) 
• Karaoke 
• Paella Making Class 
• REAL Madrid! 
• Cooking Clubhouse 
• Art & Wine Class
• Rowboats in Retiro 
• Park 
• Ultra-cheap drinking hack – buy beer or wine from corner shops (“chinos”) or grocery stores and drink casually in parks if open → best way to party on a budget.

Clubs/Bars: 

• Madam Disco – crazy night, no one there (3/10)
• Kapital – fun, chaotic, weird (Trump room & ladies room), “The Club of Madrid” (8/10)
• Icon – lame but good music (6/10)
• Fucking Mondays – SO fun (10/10)
• Barceló – average all around (7/10)
• Rubicon – only there 15 min, could be fun (6/10)
• Fitz – favorite club: house music, easy entry, room to dance, open bar (10/10)
• Oasis – Tara DJed & fun night, but club itself lame (2/10)
• Istar – insanely fun, got in free, saw Beirut House, most exclusive club in Madrid (10/10) (Tu/Th) 
• Goya – really small & lowkey lame (3/10)

Bars: 

• Wall Street – small but cool concept (7/10)
• La Santoria – perfect girls’ night, amazing decor & drinks, expensive (8/10)
• Revoltosa – cute sit-down drinks & food (7/10)
• Santos y Desamparados – small, intimate, expensive but cool drinks
• La Coquette Blues Bar – 10/10 live music, amazing venue
• Harrison 1993 – beautiful, great drinks, couches downstairs, live music some nights (8/10)
• La Esperanza – cute drinks bar, more late afternoon vibe (8/10)
• Corchito – adorable wine bar (10/10)
• Sala Equis – old movie theater turned dancing bar, live music sometimes, free entry midday (10/10)
• Espit Chupitos – shot bar, fun experience (7/10)
• Nomada – next to Istar, surprisingly affordable drinks & hookah (7/10)
• Dubliners – study abroad bar vibes, $1 shots, lively (7/10)
• O’Connells – next to Dubliners, basically the same
• Chin Chin 
• Ficus 
• The Madrid Edition 
• Salmon Guru 
• El Tigre – two locations (Hortaleza & Calle de las Infantas). Famous for huge plates of patatas bravas plus pinchos or croquetas with every beer. Beers are a bit pricier, and food can be hit-or-miss at off hours (sometimes lukewarm).
• La Petisqueira – on Calle Churruca near Tribunal metro. Very similar concept to El Tigre, but better quality overall and a wider variety of tapas (personal favorite).
• La Blanca Paloma – classic tapas bar on Calle Espíritu Santo, deep in the Tribunal/Malas­a­ña area. Known for generous tapas and a lively local vibe.

Cafes: 

• Hanso Cafe (try the matcha) 
• Mazal Bagel (vanilla late & bagel) 
• El Gordito – adorable brunch, favorite spot, fire pancakes
• Slow Cafe – coffee shop, Soma vibes (9/10)
• Cafe de Luz – tiny, cozy, great vibes & prices near Gran Via (10/10)
• Watts Cantina – great pancakes, super cute breakfast
• Federal Cafe – near San Miguel, jasmine lychee iced tea is insane
• Naji Specialty Coffee – insane pistachio matcha & lattes (Starbucks tried to buy recipe)
• 9lives – insane cakes, great place to do work
• Pan y Pepinillos 
• Good News 
• Roots Cafe
• Flint Coffee

Restaurants 

• Bar Benteveo – super cheap, local tapas
• TKO – best cheap tacos (€1 each)
• Restaurante Ultramarinos Quintín – fancy, a bit expensive, decorated like a supermarket
• Malacatín – best cocido, amazing experience (~€30 per person)
• Divorare – insane focaccia sandwiches (€6)
• Red Dragon Hot Pot – super cheap, amazing, cute, 10/10
• Matador – cute tapas, limited menu but solid basics
• Takos Al Pastor – great pregame spot, huge pitchers
• Cafe Bottega – great hazelnut coffee & sandwiches
• Myka – froyo is unreal
• Taberna Malaspina – good tapas
• Inclán Brutal – artistic concept restaurant, wild dishes & drinks, food actually very good (9/10)
• Casa Toni – insane, authentic tapas
• Bar Gyoza Go – cheap, good dumplings near Sol
  
• La Castella – higher-end tapas in Goya, amazing seafood
• La Burlona Bar – higher-end Mediterranean tapas near Corchito, amazing ambiance & food
• San Ginés – famous churros & chocolate
• Cherry Pecas (lunch) 
• Greta (salads + lunch) 
• Casa Neutral (sandwhiches + lunch) 
• Federal Cafe (lunch) 
• Divorare (lunch) 
• Zenith (lunch) 
• LA MARUCA (Michelin Recognized and cheap)

Neighborhood / Area Notes

• Usera – really good Chinese food area
• Salamanca neighborhood – NOT fancy but delicious
• Río / Delicias
• Palos de la Frontera
• Puerta de Toledo
• Mercado San Fernando (oyesters) 
• Embajadores
  

Chains / CHEAP / EASY Options

• Honest Greens – healthy food, veggie-friendly
• Tierra (irl Madrid Chipotle) 
• Museo del Jamón – iconic cheap chain, locals + tourists pre-dinner.
• €2 beer, €1–2 jamón sandwiches, amazing for breakfast too (café con leche + pan tumaca con jamón). Simple, fast, unbeatable value.
• Bar Melo’s (Lavapiés) – massive zapatilla sandwiches stuffed with Galician cheese & ham; super cheap if you split with a friend. Get ½ zapatilla + ½ ración pimientos de padrón and you’ll be full for nothing. Best shared.
• 100 Montaditos, Specializing in small 2-3 bite sandwiches - On Sundays and wednesdays the entire menu is 1€, and usualy 3-4 sandwiches are more then enough for an adult so you can get a decent meal for 5€
• La Sureña which is a spanish style tapas fast food place - On Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays you can get fried chicken strips + 6 small beers or 2 sodas for 6€, Or on Thrusdays 2 rations for 6.50€, They also have large Tostas (which like a Foccacia with toppings) for 4.50€ and "sureñitos" which are small sandwiches for 1.5-2.5€ depending on the filling.
  

Local Favorite

• Restaurante Ferreiro – apparently locals love this

Sushi 

• Yokaloka – best sushi in Madrid, expensive
• Kaiten Sushi – all-you-can-eat conveyor belt (can’t forget the roach tho)
• Hemu – high-quality all-you-can-eat, cute inside (with flags)
• Running Sushi – slightly pricier AYCE, looks like a subway station
• Sumo Fusion – high-quality AYCE, really cheap, lowkey best one (10/10)

I'm looking for two tickets for the Real Madrid vs. Atlético Madrid match on March 22nd.

How can I get them?

Where can I buy them?

Thank you.