Madrid is one of the hottest cities in all of Europe. This buzzing capital city has a culture, art, and night scene that is absolutely to die for. Foodies that visit Madrid will also find themselves in love with all of the fantastic restaurants and food spots in this global alpha city.
Here are some food markets that you absolutely must visit the next time you find yourself in the Spanish capital.
Mercado de San Miguel
If you’re looking to go out for tapas, this might be the best place to go in the whole city. Housed in a beautiful early 20th-century space with iron and huge glass windows, you’ll find tapas from all of Spain’s unique regions featured in this market, located in the heart of Madrid.
Mercado de San Fernando
This market might not be as well-known or cited in city guidebooks, but the Lavapies neighborhood which houses it as well as the market itself is quirky and fun. Here, you’ll find a fun night scene with everything from beer bars to cocktail spots as well as plenty of tasty treats during the daytime.
Mercado de San Anton
In Madrid’s LGBT hotspot of Chueca, you’ll find the Mercado de San Anton, a three-level gastronomic behemoth that was re-designed and reopened in 2009 to great fanfare. You’ll find everything from fresh produce to fusion dining concepts here, all under one roof.
