Taberna El Sur
Experience authentic Spanish flavors at this highly-rated Madrid taberna. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere and excellent service. Discover a local favorite.
Casual, modern tavern decorated with Spanish movie posters, serving tapas dishes & raciones.
About Taberna El Sur
This Madrid establishment offers a truly authentic Spanish dining experience. Patrons consistently praise the relaxed, homely, and pleasant atmosphere, complemented by excellent, courteous, and charming service. Each dish is described as wonderfully impressive, boasting a distinct local feel and unforgettable taste. It’s an ideal spot for a leisurely lunch, a casual snack, or a delightful stop during a tapas exploration. Despite its inviting local charm, the fair pricing for the quality and location makes it a standout choice. Diners frequently highlight the impressive quality of the food, noting its local character and memorable flavors, contributing to its strong 4.5-star rating.
Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
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Price Range (Budget-friendly)
Budget-friendly dining ($) - Affordable options for everyday dining
Meal Time (lunch)
This restaurant primarily serves lunch. Based on opening hours.
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
Atmosphere (Casual)
Relaxed and laid-back atmosphere
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Groups Welcome, Reservations
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Why Travelers Love Taberna El
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A tavern restaurant with a relaxed, homely and pleasant atmosphere. Excellent, courteous and charming service. And every dish that arrived was wonderfully impressive with a local feel and unforgettable taste. A great place if you are looking for a break for lunch, or just a snack and a drink during your tapas round This charming little restaurant has the feel of a local spot, even though I believe it might be part of a chain. The pricing is fair for the quality and location. I ordered beef braised in apple juice, which was tender, flavorful, and beautifully presented. My companion had the paella, which was also excellent. We shared a glass of red wine, a small bottle of water, and finished the meal with an espresso. The total came to around €60 including tip, which felt reasonable for the experience. The atmosphere was lively and a bit loud, but in a way that added to the energy of the place. The interior décor is stylish and inviting, creating a warm environment to enjoy a meal. Our waiter was attentive and friendly, checking in just enough without being intrusive. We were lucky to get a table right away, but guests arriving after us had to wait, which speaks to the restaurant’s popularity. It is located in a pedestrian zone, which makes it perfect for exploring on foot, though less convenient for those arriving by car. Overall, the combination of delicious food, cool ambience, and great service made it a memorable dining experience. Definitely worthy of five stars. Everything is so tasty 😱🤩 !! Lovely tapas restaurant with friendly staff and delicious food. The boss was very helpful to advise us on the dishes and the wine, we had a great moment there ! Definitely worth it 😋
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Recent Reviews
Eli G.
November 4, 2025
A tavern restaurant with a relaxed, homely and pleasant atmosphere. Excellent, courteous and charming service. And every dish that arrived was wonderfully impressive with a local feel and unforgettable taste. A great place if you are looking for a break for lunch, or just a snack and a drink during your tapas round
Ronny B.
August 7, 2025
This charming little restaurant has the feel of a local spot, even though I believe it might be part of a chain. The pricing is fair for the quality and location. I ordered beef braised in apple juice, which was tender, flavorful, and beautifully presented. My companion had the paella, which was also excellent. We shared a glass of red wine, a small bottle of water, and finished the meal with an espresso. The total came to around €60 including tip, which felt reasonable for the experience. The atmosphere was lively and a bit loud, but in a way that added to the energy of the place. The interior décor is stylish and inviting, creating a warm environment to enjoy a meal. Our waiter was attentive and friendly, checking in just enough without being intrusive. We were lucky to get a table right away, but guests arriving after us had to wait, which speaks to the restaurant’s popularity. It is located in a pedestrian zone, which makes it perfect for exploring on foot, though less convenient for those arriving by car. Overall, the combination of delicious food, cool ambience, and great service made it a memorable dining experience. Definitely worthy of five stars.
C M.
September 4, 2025
Everything is so tasty 😱🤩 !! Lovely tapas restaurant with friendly staff and delicious food. The boss was very helpful to advise us on the dishes and the wine, we had a great moment there ! Definitely worth it 😋
Alan
August 30, 2025
This is a great little “hole in the wall” restaurant serving up delicious Spanish cuisine. There’s nothing fancy to this place but that adds to the charm as the food is remarkably delicious and the portions very reasonable for the prices. Service was good and the staff are very accommodating. I went to this place around 5:30p which is super early by Spanish standards for dinner.
Anuroopa G.
October 28, 2025
I was in Madrid for some work at the french consulate and dropped by for lunch. The atmosphere was so easygoing and chill that it felt like a perfect place for a meal for a solo traveler. Service was very friendly and all the team was kind and funny. Food was simple and fresh. A great place in the city centre.
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Taberna El special
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Groups Welcome
Reservations
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