Visit this hidden gem of a restaurant, El Pez Tortilla, if you love potato omelette (eggs, onion, and potato). This is the perfect place for you, offering a variety of options from their famous omelette with Brie and Truffle to their Italian omelette with provolone cheese and dried tomatoes. Additionally, you can enjoy a great selection of high-quality Spanish craft beers.

Casa Lucas is a modest place on Cava Baja Street where you can try any kind of typical Madrid dish, from Rabo de toro to tostas, all delicious and well-prepared.

El Madroño is a typical tavern where you can try their house specialties such as magro with sauce, fresh cod, liquor shots, or potato omelette. With three locations in Madrid, I particularly recommend the one in Plaza de la Puerta Cerrada for its excellent service and picturesque ambiance.

How to avoid the line at the San Ginés churro shop? The churrería has 6 premises next to each other that have exactly the same products. If instead of going to the first shop and queuing for 20 minutes, you go to shop number 6 called "La escondida de San Ginés". There is never a queue, and you can avoid having to wait to taste the marvelous delicatessen that are their churros.

Discover the charm of Madrid, away from the crowds.

 Salesas: Start your journey at Plaza de Santa Barbara near the Alonso Martinez metro. Wander through narrow streets with artisan shops, and uncover the true character of this local neighborhood.

I recommend Belen Street and Almirante Street, and their surroundings for handcrafted Spanish clothing, furniture and decoration stores.

Fernando VI Street is also known for its stores and architecture.

Visit the art nouveau Palace of Longoria, SGAE's  (Society of Authors and Publishers) headquarters.

In terms of stores and restaurants:

Grosso Napoletano Senza Glutine: A gluten-free pizza restaurant proclaimed the number one in the Top 50 pizza.

Veja: Spanish shoe store and craftsman of very good quality.

Makkila: Quality restaurant with good atmosphere.

Madrid is also celebrated as a city with a beastly energy in the streets. People here love to gather on terraces even if it is snowing, enjoy beers with friends, and celebrate every good or bad moment together. That's what makes the city more than just clichés. Even without a beach, we know how to savor the Mediterranean life, proving that all you need for enjoyment is a stroll down the street and a preventive toast, just in case everything turns out well.

Madrid is popularly known for its beastly energy in the streets. Madridians love gathering on terraces even when it's snowing, savoring beers with friends, and celebrating every moment—be it good or bad. The city transcends clichés, proving that even without a beach, we know how to embrace Mediterranean living. Enjoyment can be found in simple things such as taking a stroll down the street and raising a preventive toast, just in case everything turns out well.

To soak up the beauty of the city, take a lovely stroll to observe the magnificent and colorful buildings and clean streets in broad daylight. Make sure to head to Museo Municipal (History Museum of Madrid) and check out its intricately designed entrance gate adorned with sculptures.

You can take in the city's beauty with a leisurely stroll amid vibrant buildings and immaculate streets in ample daylight. Ensure you visit Museo Municipal (History Museum of Madrid) where the entrance gate boasts intricate designs and captivating sculptures.

Madrid also boasts timeless facades that are definitely worth seeing. Some of the city's shops have been open for more than 100 years. La Violeta opened in 1915. Canalejas was founded in 1930. Lhardy Restaurante was founded in 1839. Also, in the heart of Madrid, hidden gems await and can only be discovered with a local who knows the city.

There are also a few timeless attractions nearby that you can check out. Some of the city's shops have been open for over 100 years. La Violeta, which opened in 1915, is only a nine-minute drive from the property, while Canalejas, founded in 1930, is 2.2 km (1.4 mi) away. You can also visit Lhardy Restaurante, which dates back to 1839 and can be reached in an eight-minute walk. 

If you're seeking awe-inspiring views, visit Plaza de la Armería, which will give you views of the main vast patio of the Royal Palace and the enchanting Almudena Cathedral. Additionally, Sabatini Gardens provide panoramic views of the Royal Palace, complete with a captivating main entrance and majestic pillars.