
Madrid´s Latin Quarter Tapas
This app is a description of bars and cafeterias of tapas and pinchos in the Latin Quarter of Madrid. Tapas and pinchos are generally bar snacks and finger foods, with pinchos generally originating from the Basque Country. The custom of tapas and pinchos-eating refers to eating at the bar, sometime standing, and not at the table where service fees are charged.
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1. La Cava de Yllan

This restaurant and bar is one of the most traditional locals in the centre. It has a map of Madrid from the 16th century on its lower floor. It boasts various specialties of typical Spanish origin like anchovies in vinegar and croquettes. The prices are usually very reasonable. It is open daily during lunchtime till 16:00 and for dinners from 8:30 till 11:30pm, except for Sunday evenings. However it is closed all day on Mondays. They accept all types of payments including cash and payment cards.
Where to find it:
Cava Baja 16, Madrid 28005, SpainWorking Hours:
Monday: closed
Lunch:
Tuesday-Sunday: 12:00pm - 04:00pm
Dinner:
Tuesday-Sunday: 08:30am - 11:30pm
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2. Taberna Txakolina

Txakolina is a Basque tavern that offers a choice of 30 hot and cold pinchos. The specialities are ¨la bomba¨ or the bomb, which is a meatball covered by mashed potatoes dipped in mushroom sauce as well as fried brinjal accompanied by ham and cheese. Do try the Original Denomination white wine from the Basque country called txakoli. This tavern is most liked for the ample variety in tapas choices as well as the generosity of the rations. The prices of the pincho range from 2.80 to 3.50 euros each. Cash as well as card payments are allowed. Some of the waiters speak English. Sundays are usually very busy days, as people coming to the La Latina market usually drop by.
Where to find it:
Calle Cava Baja 26, Madrid 28005, SpainWorking Hours:
Mon-Closed
Tue: 07:00pm - 12:00am
Wed: 12:00pm - 12:30am
Thu: 12:00pm - 12:30am
Fri: 12:00pm - 02:30am
Sat: 12:00pm - 02:30am
Sun: 12:00pm - 01:00am
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3. Juanalaloca

Juanaloca is a gastrobar of Cantabrian food with a creative flair. This local is known for the tortilla with caramelised onion however, there are other pinchos worth a try like the spinach crepe with baby eels and garlic, crunchy pickled sardines and artichokes with Parmesean shavings. Pinchos prices start at 5euros. It is advisable to go during the week as it is usually very full on weekends. They don’t serve coffee and don’t accept payment by payment cards. This tavern is popular for its service, excellent staff attention and food quality.
Where to find it:
Plaza de Puerta de Moros 4, Madrid 28005, SpainWorking Hours:
Lunch:
Mon: Closed
Tue-Fri: 13:00pm – 05:00pm
Dinner:
Mon-Thu: 07:00 pm –12:00 am*
Fri: 07:00pm - 01:00am*
Sat: 01:00pm – 01:00am
Sun: 01:00pm – 12:00am
*Spring/Summer Evening opening at 08:00pm
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