Madrid is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. He will certainly amaze you with his greatness, richness of history, culture and traditions. At the same time, the city is very hospitable, in addition to expensive restaurants , there are also a lot of small cafes, so it is not a problem at all for a tasty and inexpensive meal in Madrid.
Cafes and taverns of Madrid
So, let's look at the establishments where you can have a tasty meal at minimal cost, and also experience the Spanish gastronomic flavor:
El Tigre (Calle de las Infantas, 30)
This is one of the best tapas bars, where, by ordering an inexpensive drink, you will get a free plate of all kinds of tapas. Aboriginal tapas are a bread and ham sandwich. Today tapas in Spain is called any light snack, starting with sandwiches and marinated anchovies and ending with potato, meat and fish pies. The bar is located just two blocks from one of Madrid's main roads - Gran Vía Street, which starts from the intersection with Alkala Street and ends with the Plaza of Spain .
Freiduría de Gallinejas Embajadores (Calle de Embajadores, 84)
This institution is more than 100 years old. Here you will be fed with roasted giblets of lamb in various varieties combined with a tasty red wine. Food for an amateur, but if you want to enjoy the authentic and original atmosphere of a Spanish tavern, then you are welcome here. And despite its centuries-old history, this institution remains a place in Madrid, where you can eat inexpensively.
All U Can Eat (a network of cafes all over Madrid)
Here for € 10 you will have access to the buffet. It will feature salads, first and second courses, fruits, desserts and cold drinks. Get out of the cafe full and satisfied. The main cafe is located in the heart of the capital - near the Puerta del Sol and one of the museums in Madrid , the Royal Academy of Fine Arts of San Fernando .
Cervecería 100 Montaditos (a network of cafés all over Madrid)
This cafe offers 100 kinds of mini-sandwiches based on a tortilla, options are available with sausage chirozo, various cheeses and seafood. The cost of one such sandwich is € 1-2. Also for € 1 you can buy a glass of beer or another drink.
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La Bola (Calle Bola, 5)
Near the monastery of Encarnación is one of the oldest taverns where you can taste national cuisine in a colorful atmosphere at affordable prices. It is famous for its rice in Madrid, scab, meat dishes, garlic soup and dessert - apple donuts
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Museo del Jamon (Calle del Capitán Haya, 15)
This is a cafe, a shop and a museum of jamon - a favorite treat of the Spaniards, which is a salted, dried ham of a black Iberian or white pig. Here you can buy 100 g of jamon from € 2, incredibly tasty cheeses, chorizo, and stay for lunch, which will surprise you with large portions and cost around € 10, including wine.
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Rodilla (a network of cafes all over Madrid)
A small and cozy cafe for quick snacks offers a large selection of freshly prepared hot and cold sandwiches, snacks, croissants, ice cream, tea, coffee and other beverages. Fast, tasty, cheap! One of these cafes is located almost on the Plaza of Spain , between such important sights as the temple of Debod and the Palace of Lyria , which from a distance looks like the Royal Palace .
Taberna La Descubierta (Calle Barcelona, 12)
A typical Spanish tavern with a traditional interior will please you with a friendly atmosphere, delicious food, free tapas and low prices. After a short snack, you can go to the Santa Cruz Palace , located nearby.
Food markets in Madrid
The food markets in Madrid deserve special attention. On the one hand, in the market you can taste a large number of delicious and freshly prepared dishes and drinks or buy a low-priced take-away, and on the other - it's a great place to get acquainted with the Spanish lifestyle and enjoy it. Among the most popular and interesting are: Mercado de San Ildefonso (Fuencarral, 57), Mercado de San Miguel (Plaza de San Miguel), Mercado de San Antón (Augusto Figueroa, 24), Mercado de Moncloa (Arcipreste de Hita, 10).
As you can see, Madrid is welcome, there are many places where you can not only taste good, but also cheap enough to eat. Therefore, safely plan a trip to this wonderful city with any available budget.
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