As everywhere else in Spain, food in Madrid is an important subject. Going to a restaurant for a meal is not only intended for eating purposes, but as a social occasion as well. In Madrid you will come across the simplest of snack bars and cafeterias as well as true gourmet shrines. And the beloved tapas bars must not be missed. Whether it’s a small snack you’re after or a plentiful and mouthwatering meal, in Madrid you are sure to find the food to your liking.

Many immigrants from places all over the world live in Madrid, and have naturally brought recipes from their homelands with them. International cuisine is gradually catching on here but why not take advantage of your stay in Spain to taste the exquisite local cuisine?