Experts' Choice Award Malacatin
What the experts agree on
Century-old Madrid institution famous for its legendary cocido stew. This authentic castizo restaurant near the Rastro market serves generous portions of what experts consider the city's best—exactly where locals come to eat.
“Tucked away in a narrow street off the Plaza Cascorro, a stone's throw from the Rastro market, is this century-old slice of old Castizo Madrid.”
– Zagat
Frommer's "Tucked away in a narrow street off the Plaza Cascorro, a stone's throw from the Rastro market, is this tiny century-old slice of old Castizo Madrid." Full review
Insight Guides "This modest eating house is a legend for its cocido (stew)."
Rough Guide "Established in 1895 to serve wine to local workmen, this authentic castizo restaurant serves generous helpings of arguably the best cocido in the city."
Lonely Planet "If you want to see madrileños enjoying their favourite local food, this is one of the best places to do so." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "My favorite is served at Malacatín, a century-old tavern. It's always a good time to order a cocido madrileño (a chickpea-based stew) and in spring it's still delicious. Quite small and..."
National Geographic
