Best Restaurants in La Latina Madrid

Cava Baja concentrates some of Madrid's finest restaurants in a single street. Here is our selection of the four best bars and restaurants in La Latina — with what to order and what to expect at each.

Txakolina Cava Baja — Recommended

Type: Basque cuisine · Pintxos and grilled meats | Address: Cava Baja, 26

Txakolina is one of the most vibrant spots on Cava Baja. It combines Basque culinary tradition with the spirit of the Madrid neighbourhood: elaborate pintxos, creative toasts, premium grilled meats and a wine list that features txakolí alongside small producers from across Spain.

Don't miss: The pintxos at the bar and the grilled meats. The lively atmosphere works at any time of day. Reservations recommended for dinner.

Casa Lucio — Madrid institution

Type: Traditional Madrid cuisine | Address: Cava Baja, 35

A Madrid institution since 1974. Casa Lucio is synonymous with huevos rotos con jamón ibérico — a dish that has travelled the world on the strength of this restaurant's reputation. Frequented by politicians, celebrities and food lovers alike.

Don't miss: Huevos rotos. Booking is essential, especially on weekends.

La Perejila — neighbourhood gem

Type: Traditional Madrid tapas | Address: Cava Baja, 25

An authentic corner bar in the heart of Cava Baja. La Perejila is the kind of place Madrid needs to protect: honest cooking, warm service and a menu that celebrates classic flavours. Homemade croquettes and seasonal tapas at excellent value.

Don't miss: The croquetas and the daily specials. Great value for money.

El Bombín de Sabina — vermouth temple

Type: Vermutería · Castizo bar | Address: Cava Baja, 28

El Bombín de Sabina is the vermouth temple of La Latina. Old-school bar with large barrels, antique tiles and a counter laden with anchovies, olives and pickles. Sunday lunchtime here is an unmissable Madrid experience.

Don't miss: Draft vermouth with the classic bar snacks. Essential on Sunday at midday.