Alabanda
Live blues and Brazilian cooking share this Lavapiés tavern, with the music room behind the bar.
Open on the 3D mapOrder
Coxinha de pollo, lasaña de bacalao con verduras and vermut Bendito de grifo.
Not for you if
you expect a big dance floor; this is a small tavern with seated concerts.
Local trick
Check the Sociedad de Blues de Madrid calendar and book tickets with them; their Sunday sessions start at 13:30.
Good for
A short walk away
- 01
Juan Raro
A sociable neighbourhood restaurant where teriyaki sneaks into the carrilleras and supper can drift into drinks.
1 min walk - 02
La Fisna Vinos
A wine shop turned intimate bar, with a croquetón that deserves as much attention as your glass.
1 min walk - 03
Los Chuchis
British home cooking in a tiny Lavapiés dining room; the roast pork makes a persuasive case for staying.
2 min walk - 04
La Falda
A very runny Galician tortilla is the headline; squid gyozas make a strong case for staying for dinner.
2 min walk