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Paco Roncero Restaurante vs La Bola
Both establishments are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, La Terraza del Casino de Madrid scores significantly higher than La Bola. La Terraza del Casino de Madrid scores 91 with positive reviews from 8 publications like Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Zagat.
Paco Roncero Restaurante
Concierge
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Calle Alcala, 15, 28014 Madrid
From $69 /night
Concierge
""Tapiplatos" feature nine dishes that could include Milk Skin Cannelloni followed by the more traditional flavors of veal cheek with vegetables."
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In summer months, request a table on the outdoor terrace, which has unbeatable views of the city.
Fodor's
"Try any of the light and tasty mousses, foams, and liquid jellies, or indulge in the unique tapas."
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Frommer's
"The mold-breaking Catalan chef Ferran Adrià created all the dishes on the menu here and flies in regularly to see that his cooks are following his orders."
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Zagat
4.5
"Now that El Bulli has closed, this "outstanding" Spaniard "atop the classical Casino de Madrid" social club is the place to go for "extraordinary", "lighthearted" cuisine."
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Time Out
"The very staid environs of this gentlemen's club dining room (wear a tie) provide the unlikely setting for a restaurant inspired and originally overseen by iconic chef Ferran Adrià."
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La Bola
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C/ Bola 5, 28013 Madrid
From $34 /night
Fodor's
"The traditional setting is the draw: the bar is original, and the dining nooks, decorated with polished wood, Spanish tile, and lace curtains, are charming."
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Insight Guides
"This tiny, bright red restaurant on the corner of Calle de la Bola is a Madrid institution for its cocido, cooked in individual earthenware pots (cazuelas)."
Travel + Leisure
"Located on a quiet side street just north of the Teatro Real (Royal Theatre), this family-owned tavern is renowned for its signature cocido madrileño (Madrilenian stew)."
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Michelin Guide
"This family-run restaurant maintains the typical culinary traditions of old Madrid."
Time Out
"Holding court on a quiet backstreet, this dignified, classic Madrid restaurant is considered by many to be the home of 'cocido.'."
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