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Where to Eat:

Restaurant La Casa Gallega is a fantastic seafood restaurant showcasing ultra-fresh fish and shellfish from Galicia. The interior has authentic Gallaecian ceramic tiles with dark wood trim on the walls. A large tank showcases live lobsters and octopuses. Their garlic prawns and grilled scallops are to die for and the wines are reasonably priced. http://www.lacasagallega.com/?lang=en

Restaurant El Senador

This old-school Madrid classic specializes in the region’s popular meat dishes. The wine list featured reasonably priced bottles from Ribera del Douro, like Christabel. We tried the fresh tomato salad, Cochinillo Asado, Lamb Roast, and the Racion De Cordero, Roast Suckling Pig. For dessert, we shared a scratch-baked Apple Tart with Vanilla Ice Cream.

http://www.restaurantesenador.es/

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Is a mushroom-themed restaurant down the street from the Mercado de San Miguel. It is a small and historic place that takes up space in a former jailhouse. The restaurant’s philosophy is to be dedicated to eating well, singing, and enjoying our wine and culture in such a piece of Madrid’s history. We tried the mushroom stuffed with chorizo, mini chorizo sausages, Padrón peppers, and Croquetas de Jamón.

https://mesondelchampinon.com/en/

Where to Drink:

La Torre del Oro

This quirky bar is near Plaza de Mayor. It is dedicated to all things “bull” and is a shrine to bull fighters that lost their battle. It is a small and narrow place with some outdoor space. If you go inside and sit at the bar, order a glass of wine or a cocktail and the bartenders will start delivering you complimentary tapas. Sorry no website!