{"id":10917,"date":"2019-05-20T10:00:10","date_gmt":"2019-05-20T08:00:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/madridfoodtour.com\/?p=10917"},"modified":"2024-06-10T15:28:35","modified_gmt":"2024-06-10T15:28:35","slug":"lunch-madrid","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/lunch-madrid\/","title":{"rendered":"Lunch in Madrid: Where to Go &amp; How to Order"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\">\r\n<div id=\"faq-question-1632914700446\" class=\"schema-faq-section\">\r\n<p>After a long morning spent exploring, it\u2019s time to head out for lunch in Madrid.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p>When it comes to lunch in Madrid, one trick is to grab a <i><a href=\"\/blog\/menu-del-dia-madrid\/\">men\u00fa del d\u00eda<\/a>. <\/i>In Spain, lunch is the most important meal of the day, with many restaurants offering this multi-course meal deal.<\/p>\r\n<p>Keep reading to discover our favorite local spots\u2014and how to get the best deal!<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_37778\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"size-full wp-image-37778\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/yuliya-matuzava-QzSsIdZV6XE-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"A man walking a greyhound past an outdoor terraza in Madird. Spain. \" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/yuliya-matuzava-QzSsIdZV6XE-unsplash.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/yuliya-matuzava-QzSsIdZV6XE-unsplash-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/yuliya-matuzava-QzSsIdZV6XE-unsplash-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/yuliya-matuzava-QzSsIdZV6XE-unsplash-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/yuliya-matuzava-QzSsIdZV6XE-unsplash-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Lunch in Madrid is an unforgettable experience. Photo credit: <span class=\"W_7cp FoNsx\"><span class=\"N25dY\"><a class=\"BkSVh FEdrY SfGU7 ZR5jm jQEvX ZR5jm\" href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@juliamatuzova\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yuliya Matuzava<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">What's Included<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6767ca7d11a14\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #1fc2de;color:#1fc2de\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #1fc2de;color:#1fc2de\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6767ca7d11a14\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/lunch-madrid\/#What_is_a_menu_del_dia\" title=\"What is a men\u00fa del d\u00eda?\">What is a men\u00fa del d\u00eda?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/lunch-madrid\/#What_are_traditional_lunch_restaurants_in_Madrid\" title=\"What are traditional lunch restaurants in Madrid?\">What are traditional lunch restaurants in Madrid?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/lunch-madrid\/#Does_Madrid_have_contemporary_lunch_restaurants\" title=\"Does Madrid have contemporary lunch restaurants?\">Does Madrid have contemporary lunch restaurants?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/lunch-madrid\/#Less-Than-Traditional_lunch_options_in_Madrid\" title=\"Less-Than-Traditional lunch options in Madrid\">Less-Than-Traditional lunch options in Madrid<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/lunch-madrid\/#Lunch_in_Madrid_FAQs\" title=\"Lunch in Madrid FAQs\">Lunch in Madrid FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_menu_del_dia\"><\/span>What is a <i>men\u00fa del d\u00eda?<\/i><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>The <i>men\u00fa del d\u00eda<\/i>, or menu of the day, is a two-or three-course meal &#8211; it will normally include an appetizer, a main course, a dessert or post-meal coffee, and of course, a glass of <a href=\"\/blog\/guide-to-spanish-wine\/\">wine<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p>The pricing is often very affordable, and is a bit of an agreement between the restaurant and the guests: the kitchen provides a limited set of offerings at a fair price &#8211; thus making the food prep and variety easier to manage &#8211; and guests enjoy something hearty and wholesome without the need to head home during their lunch break.<\/p>\r\n<p>To help you narrow it down, we\u2019ve prepared a list of our favorite spots for lunch in Madrid. Some have an old-world charm while others boast a contemporary and stylish European feel. We\u2019ll show you the best of both worlds.<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_36376\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"size-full wp-image-36376\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/D75_9822_DEVOUR_TOURS_CITY_SCENES-2.jpg\" alt=\"cheesecake\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/D75_9822_DEVOUR_TOURS_CITY_SCENES-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/D75_9822_DEVOUR_TOURS_CITY_SCENES-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/D75_9822_DEVOUR_TOURS_CITY_SCENES-2-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/D75_9822_DEVOUR_TOURS_CITY_SCENES-2-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/D75_9822_DEVOUR_TOURS_CITY_SCENES-2-330x220.jpg 330w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Cheesecake is a typical <i>men\u00fa del d\u00eda<\/i> dessert.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_traditional_lunch_restaurants_in_Madrid\"><\/span>What are traditional lunch restaurants in Madrid?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>These are old-school taverns. You know, the ones where old men convene with their pals to drink <a href=\"\/blog\/hora-del-vermut\/\"><i>vermut<\/i><\/a> (vermouth in English) at the bar.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p>These taverns are known for cooking up the most traditional and classic versions of Spanish food.<\/p>\r\n<p><b>Heads up:<\/b> Don\u2019t expect staff at these old-school places to speak much English. (But we promise that the food is worth it.)<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_13663\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"size-full wp-image-13663\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/croquettes-croquetas-vermouth-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Several croquettes on a white plate, with a glass of vermouth visible in the background.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/croquettes-croquetas-vermouth-1.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/croquettes-croquetas-vermouth-1-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/croquettes-croquetas-vermouth-1-1024x684.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/croquettes-croquetas-vermouth-1-768x513.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/croquettes-croquetas-vermouth-1-330x220.jpeg 330w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Get a taste of Spanish culture at the old-school taverns in Madrid.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h3>Taberna de Maceiras<\/h3>\r\n<p>From octopus and squid to clams and cod, Taberna de Maceiras (<em>Calle<\/em> <em>de<\/em> <i>Jes\u00fas, 7<\/i>) brings Galician spirit and cuisine to Madrid.<\/p>\r\n<p>The tavern is rustic, the service is brusque yet friendly and the meals are meant to be shared with friends and family\u2014all in true Galician style. The lunch menu offers a mix of <a href=\"\/blog\/5-seafood-spots-in-madrid\/\">seafood<\/a> and rice dishes.<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_13757\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"size-full wp-image-13757\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/seafood-rice-1.jpg\" alt=\"Seafood rice in a brownish-orange broth garnished with fresh herbs.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/seafood-rice-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/seafood-rice-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/seafood-rice-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/seafood-rice-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/seafood-rice-1-330x220.jpg 330w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Step aside, paella\u2014Galicia&#8217;s underrated rice dishes deserve some love, too!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h3>La Casa de la Tortilla<\/h3>\r\n<p>They say there are two kinds of people: ones that like their tortilla runny and others that like it well done. No matter where you fall on the <a href=\"\/blog\/tortilla-de-patatas\/\"><i>tortilla de patatas<\/i><\/a> spectrum, La Casa de la Tortilla (<i>Calle de Hartzenbusch, 6<\/i>) will make yours to order however you like it. Head over around lunchtime and you\u2019ll join a crowd of working-class Spaniards for laughs and lunch.<\/p>\r\n<p>Their fairly priced <i>men\u00fa del d\u00eda<\/i> is a great choice for a hearty lunch of <a href=\"\/blog\/tapas-in-madrid\/\">tapas<\/a>, a generous portion of tortilla and unlimited beers. If you\u2019re looking for something different, their rice dishes are also excellent.<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_13869\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"size-full wp-image-13869\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/slice-of-tortilla-de-patatas-on-white-plate-Cropped-1.jpeg\" alt=\"A slice of Spanish potato omelet on a round white plate\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/slice-of-tortilla-de-patatas-on-white-plate-Cropped-1.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/slice-of-tortilla-de-patatas-on-white-plate-Cropped-1-240x300.jpeg 240w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/slice-of-tortilla-de-patatas-on-white-plate-Cropped-1-819x1024.jpeg 819w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/slice-of-tortilla-de-patatas-on-white-plate-Cropped-1-768x960.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Do you like your <em>tortilla<\/em> well done or runny?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h3>Cervecer\u00eda El Diario<\/h3>\r\n<p>One of many classic and well loved taverns on Calle de Jesus, El Diario (<i>Calle de las Huertas, 69<\/i>) is a favorite among locals for lunchtime. Choose from the fixed menu or <i>a la cart<\/i>. Either way you can\u2019t go wrong.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p>Its location about halfway between <a href=\"https:\/\/www.museoreinasofia.es\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Reina Sofia<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.museodelprado.es\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Prado<\/a> make it a perfect pit stop on your day of exploring.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_37779\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"wp-image-37779 size-full\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/Madrid-El_Diario_01.jpg\" alt=\"A woman sitting at the bar eating lunch at El Diario during lunch time in Madrid. \" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Madrid-El_Diario_01.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Madrid-El_Diario_01-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Madrid-El_Diario_01-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Madrid-El_Diario_01-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Madrid-El_Diario_01-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Cervecer\u00eda El Diario is an old-school tavern you have to check out. Photo credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Madrid-El_Diario_01.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Javier Perez Montes<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h3>La Casa de las Torrijas<\/h3>\r\n<p>There\u2019s no better way to get two <i>madrile\u00f1os<\/i> into an argument than by asking whose grandmother makes the best <i>torrijas<\/i>\u2014especially in the aptly named La Casa de las Torrijas (<i>Calle de la Paz, 4).<\/i><\/p>\r\n<p>This charming little spot in Madrid\u2019s historic center has been serving <i>torrijas<\/i> since 1907. <i>Torrijas<\/i> are often referred to as the Spanish version of French toast, and they\u2019re very common around Easter. The good news for <i>torrija<\/i> lovers is that they\u2019re served at La Casa de Las Torrijas year round.<\/p>\r\n<p>At some point along the way, they added savory dishes to the menu here, too. Today, they offer a daily <i>men\u00fa del d\u00eda<\/i>, making this place a must for lunch in Madrid. If you\u2019re like us and love to end each meal with a special dessert, La Casa de las Torrijas is a must.<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_36558\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"size-full wp-image-36558\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/Torrijas-seville.jpeg\" alt=\"torrija on a plate in Spain \" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Torrijas-seville.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Torrijas-seville-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Torrijas-seville-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Torrijas-seville-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Torrijas-seville-330x220.jpeg 330w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Madrid and <em>torrijas<\/em>: a perfect combo!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Madrid_have_contemporary_lunch_restaurants\"><\/span>Does Madrid have contemporary lunch restaurants?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>The traditional Spanish taverns hold a special charm that can\u2019t be dismissed, but let\u2019s get real: sometimes not even young Spaniards want to have lunch with their grandparents.<\/p>\r\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to have lunch in Madrid in a place with a more modern feel, these restaurants are a must. They work hard to be contemporary while staying true to the traditional roots of Spanish cuisine.<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_13277\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"size-full wp-image-13277\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/tour-group-with-red-wine-and-tapas-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Two women smiling and drinking red wine.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tour-group-with-red-wine-and-tapas-1.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tour-group-with-red-wine-and-tapas-1-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tour-group-with-red-wine-and-tapas-1-1024x684.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tour-group-with-red-wine-and-tapas-1-768x513.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tour-group-with-red-wine-and-tapas-1-330x220.jpeg 330w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">If the old school joints aren&#8217;t your thing, don&#8217;t worry. Madrid has plenty of modern restaurants to enjoy lunch.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h3>La Colmada<\/h3>\r\n<p>Ever heard of a \u201cneotavern\u201d?<\/p>\r\n<p>They\u2019re a lot like the old-school lunch spots mentioned earlier, but with a face lift. The decor is a little more hip, the walls have a fresh coat of paint and the business cards have logos. Yet the dishes are still the same hand-me-down recipes from a Spanish grandmother.<\/p>\r\n<p>In Madrid, that\u2019s what we call a neotavern and La Colmada (<i>Calle Esp\u00edritu Santo, 19<\/i>) is the perfect example of one.<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_13527\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"wp-image-13527 size-full\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/charcuterie-and-cheese-enoteca-la-vite-rome-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Close up of an Italian charcuterie board with slices of prosciutto, salami, various cheeses, and a small dish of honey. A perfect option for lunch in Madrid. \" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/charcuterie-and-cheese-enoteca-la-vite-rome-1.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/charcuterie-and-cheese-enoteca-la-vite-rome-1-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/charcuterie-and-cheese-enoteca-la-vite-rome-1-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/charcuterie-and-cheese-enoteca-la-vite-rome-1-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/charcuterie-and-cheese-enoteca-la-vite-rome-1-330x220.jpeg 330w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">As if their excellent lunch deals weren&#8217;t enough, La Colmada also puts together fabulous cheese and charcuterie platters featuring the best Spanish cured goodies.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h3>Rosi La Loca<\/h3>\r\n<p>Tucked away on the narrow Calle de C\u00e1diz, you\u2019ll find <a href=\"https:\/\/rosilaloca.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rosi La Loca<\/a>. Rosi is a woman with a passion for gastronomy.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p>She has traveled around the world but always returns to Madrid where she now shares her international experiences through her kitchen. In each and every tapa, Rosi adds a touch of the countries she\u2019s visited.<\/p>\r\n<p>This colorful conceptual tapas bar was designed with such extreme detail and care that leaving Madrid without visiting it would be a pity.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_37789\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"wp-image-37789 size-full\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/lorin-both-zVQAChrJc8k-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"A person dipping an orange wedge into their Aperol spritz during their lunch in Madrid. \" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lorin-both-zVQAChrJc8k-unsplash.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lorin-both-zVQAChrJc8k-unsplash-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lorin-both-zVQAChrJc8k-unsplash-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lorin-both-zVQAChrJc8k-unsplash-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lorin-both-zVQAChrJc8k-unsplash-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Treat yourself to an Aperol spritz or two at lunch. Photo credit: <span class=\"W_7cp FoNsx\"><span class=\"N25dY\"><a class=\"BkSVh FEdrY SfGU7 ZR5jm jQEvX ZR5jm\" href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@lorinboth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lorin Both<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h3>Badila<\/h3>\r\n<p>A hidden gem in the <a href=\"\/blog\/tapas-lavapies\/\">Lavapi\u00e9s<\/a> neighborhood, Badila (<i>Calle de San Pedro M\u00e1rtir, 6)<\/i> serves up traditionally inspired Spanish dishes with a touch of international flair.<\/p>\r\n<p>With around 6 or 7 options for both first and second courses, you\u2019re spoiled for choice at this friendly, contemporary spot. Everything is prepared fresh from ingredients that the owner, Miguel, picks up that same morning at the market.<\/p>\r\n<p>Just be sure to leave room for <a href=\"\/blog\/common-spanish-desserts-in-madrid\/\">dessert<\/a>\u2014their rich and delicious chocolate cake is the stuff dreams are made of.<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_13258\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"size-full wp-image-13258\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/badila-madrid-chicharro-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Two pieces of cooked fish garnished with herbs on a white plate.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/badila-madrid-chicharro-1.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/badila-madrid-chicharro-1-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/badila-madrid-chicharro-1-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/badila-madrid-chicharro-1-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/badila-madrid-chicharro-1-768x768.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Badila&#8217;s incredible <em>chicharro <\/em>will leave you full and satisfied.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h3>El Sur de Morat\u00edn<\/h3>\r\n<p>The friendly and welcoming crew at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ElSurDeMoratin\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">El Sur de Morat\u00edn<\/a> make everyone feel right at home, while the heroes of the kitchen turn out inspired and fresh dishes that are a fresh take on the favorites.<\/p>\r\n<p>The warmth of a <i>taberna de barrio<\/i> with the flavors of modern inspiration from around the world.<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_13719\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"wp-image-13719 size-full\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sangria-with-garnishes-U-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Person's hand holding a wine glass of sangria garnished with fruit and fresh herbs enjoying lunch in Madrid. \" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sangria-with-garnishes-U-1.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sangria-with-garnishes-U-1-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sangria-with-garnishes-U-1-683x1024.jpeg 683w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sangria-with-garnishes-U-1-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sangria-with-garnishes-U-1-1024x1536.jpeg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Don&#8217;t forget to order a well-made sangria with your lunch. Photo credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@porfgonzs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Luis Gonz\u00e1lez Sosa<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h3>Casa Macareno<\/h3>\r\n<p>In the heart of the tragically hip and trendy <a href=\"\/blog\/tapas-in-malasana\/\">Malasa\u00f1a<\/a> you\u2019ll find Casa Macareno (<i>Calle de San Vicente Ferrer, 44)<\/i> \u2013a classic tavern serving up the finest traditional ingredients to a mixed crowd of all ages and backgrounds.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p>Work your way through the excellent range of classic tapas, and finish things off with one of their perfectly prepared main courses.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_13637\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"size-full wp-image-13637\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/patatas-bravas-puntual-2.jpeg\" alt=\"Two dishes of fried potatoes with spicy sauce and garlic mayonnaise.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/patatas-bravas-puntual-2.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/patatas-bravas-puntual-2-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/patatas-bravas-puntual-2-1024x684.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/patatas-bravas-puntual-2-768x513.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/patatas-bravas-puntual-2-330x220.jpeg 330w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Don&#8217;t forget to try the classics like <em>patatas bravas<\/em> while in Madrid.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h3>Barmit\u00f3n<\/h3>\r\n<p>The Michelin recognized team that brought us <a href=\"https:\/\/marmitonbistro.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Marmit\u00f3n<\/a>, has done it again. This time in a slightly more spacious setting with a casual and relaxed atmosphere. Located near the famous Cava Baja right in the center of the city.<\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/marmitonbistro.com\/barmiton\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Barmit\u00f3n<\/a> boasts a sleek, yet cozy, atmosphere.\u00a0The menu takes the classics and elevates the ingredients and process to make things look and feel more modern, but without losing sight of the classic flavors and combinations that we all love.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_14267\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"size-full wp-image-14267\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/wine-bottles-on-rack-U-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Close up of wine bottles on a rack\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/wine-bottles-on-rack-U-1.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/wine-bottles-on-rack-U-1-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/wine-bottles-on-rack-U-1-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/wine-bottles-on-rack-U-1-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/wine-bottles-on-rack-U-1-330x220.jpeg 330w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Barmit\u00f3n offers a stellar wine selection full of options that pair perfectly with each exquisite dish on the menu. Photo credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@hermez777\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hermes Rivera<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Less-Than-Traditional_lunch_options_in_Madrid\"><\/span>Less-Than-Traditional lunch options in Madrid<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>In between all of those wonderfully traditional and rustic taverns, you might want to mix up the flavors a bit. Here are a few options that showcase the diversity of the capital city and its cuisine.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_14203\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"wp-image-14203 size-full\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/chinese-food-U-1.jpeg\" alt=\"People eating noodles off of white plates with chopsticks at a eatery for lunch in Madrid. \" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/chinese-food-U-1.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/chinese-food-U-1-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/chinese-food-U-1-683x1024.jpeg 683w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/chinese-food-U-1-768x1151.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/chinese-food-U-1-1025x1536.jpeg 1025w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Madrid has an array of modern international restaurants and often times they offer a <i>men\u00fa del d\u00eda<\/i>. Photo credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@debbietakesphoto\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Debbie Tea<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h3>Beerhouse La Latina<\/h3>\r\n<p>How does a menu of classic Madrid fare alongside modern pub grub and a perfectly curated list of <a href=\"\/blog\/craft-beer-in-madrid\/\">amazing craft beer<\/a> sound? It sounds good to us too, and this is one of the few places in town to combine artisanal beer alongside lovingly prepared food.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p>This is the second location for the team at <a href=\"https:\/\/beerhouse.es\/latina\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Beerhouse<\/a>, and is located right alongside the <a href=\"\/blog\/el-rastro-tips\/\">Rastro Market<\/a> in the <a href=\"\/blog\/where-to-eat-in-la-latina\/\">La Latina<\/a> neighborhood.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_35413\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"size-full wp-image-35413\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_3408res.jpg\" alt=\"craft beer\" width=\"1200\" height=\"855\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_3408res.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_3408res-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_3408res-1024x730.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_3408res-768x547.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Throughout the years, Madrid has undergone a transformation in its beer landscape. Photo credit: Mary Kresge<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h3>Konnichiwa de Preciados<\/h3>\r\n<p>One of the many things that Madrid is known for is being a melting pot of cultures from all over Spain and the world. The team at <a href=\"https:\/\/konnichiwa.es\/konnichiwa-en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Konnichiwa<\/a> are known for providing fresh and authentic flavors to the capital.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p>You can still get your tortilla fix with the Okonomiyaki\u2013a Japanese style omelet that if we\u2019re being honest does not have too much to do with the Spanish version, but hey, it\u2019s fun to pretend.<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_37782\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"size-full wp-image-37782\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/daniel-hooper-0jGbplYqx5w-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"A chef making okonomiyaki on a grill. \" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/daniel-hooper-0jGbplYqx5w-unsplash.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/daniel-hooper-0jGbplYqx5w-unsplash-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/daniel-hooper-0jGbplYqx5w-unsplash-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/daniel-hooper-0jGbplYqx5w-unsplash-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/daniel-hooper-0jGbplYqx5w-unsplash-640x480.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">If you&#8217;re an international omelet connoisseur, you need to try <em>okonomiyaki<\/em>. Photo credit: <span class=\"W_7cp FoNsx\"><span class=\"N25dY\"><a class=\"BkSVh FEdrY SfGU7 ZR5jm jQEvX ZR5jm\" href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@dantakesphotos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Daniel Hooper \ud83c\udf0a<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lunch_in_Madrid_FAQs\"><\/span>Lunch in Madrid FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<h3>What is a typical lunch in Spain?<\/h3>\r\n<p>Lunch in Spain is the main meal of the day, so dishes tend to be heartier and more filling than at dinner. At home, this can mean a hearty stew, a <a href=\"\/blog\/all-about-spanish-rice-paella-and-beyond\/\">rice dish<\/a> like <a href=\"\/blog\/top-places-for-paella-in-madrid\/\">paella<\/a>, or something meat-or seafood-based.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p>When eating out, many restaurants offer a <i>men\u00fa del d\u00eda<\/i> of a starter, main, bread, dessert or coffee, and a drink, all for one reasonable price.<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_28371\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"size-full wp-image-28371\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/Devour-Madrid_Cooking-Class-A_-paella.jpg\" alt=\"Plate of seafood paella served with a whole shrimp and mussels\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Devour-Madrid_Cooking-Class-A_-paella.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Devour-Madrid_Cooking-Class-A_-paella-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Devour-Madrid_Cooking-Class-A_-paella-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Devour-Madrid_Cooking-Class-A_-paella-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Devour-Madrid_Cooking-Class-A_-paella-330x220.jpg 330w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Good paella isn&#8217;t impossible to find in Madrid.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h3>What time is lunch in Madrid?<\/h3>\r\n<p>Most <i>madrile\u00f1os<\/i> eat lunch between 2 and 3:30 p.m. Restaurants tend to open around 1 p.m. at the earliest.<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_13903\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"wp-image-13903 size-full\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/mercado-san-miguel-interior-1.jpeg\" alt=\"People seated at high tables inside a food hall eating tapas and drinking wine during lunch in Madrid\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/mercado-san-miguel-interior-1.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/mercado-san-miguel-interior-1-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/mercado-san-miguel-interior-1-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/mercado-san-miguel-interior-1-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/mercado-san-miguel-interior-1-330x220.jpeg 330w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">If you want to eat like a local, eat at the same time <i>madrile\u00f1os<\/i> do.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h3>How much does lunch cost in Madrid?<\/h3>\r\n<p>Prices vary depending on the type of experience you are looking for. The popular, and competitively priced, <i>men\u00fa del d\u00eda<\/i> is a fixed-price meal, which is available at most Madrid restaurants at lunchtime.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_34439\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"wp-image-34439 size-full\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/Devour_Madrid_Tapas-and-Wine-HR-0075res.jpg\" alt=\"a group doing a cheers at lunch in Madrid. \" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Devour_Madrid_Tapas-and-Wine-HR-0075res.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Devour_Madrid_Tapas-and-Wine-HR-0075res-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Devour_Madrid_Tapas-and-Wine-HR-0075res-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Devour_Madrid_Tapas-and-Wine-HR-0075res-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Devour_Madrid_Tapas-and-Wine-HR-0075res-330x220.jpg 330w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Create fun memories with friends as you eat a <i>men\u00fa del d\u00eda <\/i>for lunch in Madrid.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><em>Update Notice: This post was updated on May 30th, 2024. <br \/><\/em><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Want to join us for lunch in Madrid? Our <\/strong><a href=\"\/tours\/madrid-ultimate-spanish-cuisine-tour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Ultimate Spanish Cuisine Tour<\/strong><\/a><strong> is calling your name. This daytime experience will give you a crash course in local food and eating habits, so you&#8217;ll be able to venture into even the most crowded restaurant or tapas bar with no fear. <\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>After a long morning spent exploring, it\u2019s time to head out for lunch in Madrid.\u00a0 When it comes to lunch in Madrid, one trick is to grab a men\u00fa del d\u00eda. In Spain, lunch is the most important meal of the day, with many restaurants offering this multi-course meal deal. 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