Spain is known around the world for its unique cuisine and Madrid culinary culture exists in the heart of it. Spanish cooks use their imagination and creativity to create new spins on traditional dishes. Because of this, vegetarian restaurants in Madrid are booming. If you’re looking for animal-free food while you’re exploring Spain’s capital, here’s where to look.
1. Copenhagen
Address: Jose Ortega y Gosset 73
Hours: 1:30pm-12am Daily
Phone: +34 911 28 18 00
Website: http://grupocopenhagen.com/
Copenhagen is a modern restaurant influenced by Scandinavian elegance and interior design. From the decor to the food, everything there is modern, simple and sophisticated. Copenhagen is changing the stereotype of vegetarian food and surprises with every dish. Eating in Copenhagen makes for an excellent dining experience.
2. Viva Burger
Address: Costanilla de San Andrés, 16
Hours: Sun-Thu 11am to Midnight, Fri-Sat 11am-2am
Phone: +34 913 66 33 49
Website: http://www.vivaburger.es/
As the name indicates, Viva Burger is a great place for vegetarian burger lovers to get their fix. With unique creations and colorful presentation, it is a new favorite among the city’s vegetarian restaurants.
3. Artemisa
Address: Calle Ventura de la Vega, 4
Hours: 1:30pm- 4pm and 9pm-12am Daily
Phone: +34 914 295 092
Website: http://restaurantesvegetarianosartemisa.com/
Artemisa is the first restaurant that comes to mind of the locals if you ask them about a vegetarian place. It offers home cooking and rustic design, bringing large crowds every day. It’s so well respected that you may just see a celebrity or two the next time you’re in. Everything here is delicious, from the traditional dishes to the quirky creations to the superb desserts.
4. La Encomienda
Address: Calle Encomienda, 19
Hours: Tue-Fri 1pm-12:30am, Sat 11am-1am, Sun 11am-5pm
Phone: +34 910 291 300
Website: http://www.laencomienda.es/
La Encomienda is a vegan, ecological bar-restaurant that offers a few unique culinary inventions that are worth trying. It is a modern place with an alternative touch, perfect for a pleasant, relaxed lunch or dinner. On Saturdays and Sundays it is a place to eat tasty brunch. Try the carrot sparkling wine, beetroot hummus, or one of the many vegan tapas.
5. Level Veggie Bistro
Address: Av. de Menendez Pelayo,51
Hours: Wed-Fri 1pm-4pm and 8pm-11pm, Sun 1pm-4pm
Phone: +34 911 275 752
Website: http://www.levelbistro.es/
Food and art blend together at this beautiful restaurant. The delicious food is even placed artfully on the plates. The interior is charming and suits the elegance of the food. Despite the polished experience, Level Bistro feels like home. On a warm evening, enjoy your food on the terrace overlooking the vibrant park of Retiro.
6. El Estragon Vegetariano
Address: Plaza de la Paja, 10
Hours: 11:30am-12:30am Daily
Phone: +34 913 658 982
Website: http://www.elestragonvegetariano.com/
Photo source: http://www.elestragonvegetariano.com
El Estragon is an old tavern converted into a vegetarian restaurant. The menu is created to surprise non-vegetarians with rich flavors and textures, despite the non-use of animal products, so bring your non-vegetarian friends and family here.
7. Yerbabuena
Address: Calle de Bordadores, 3
Hours: Mon-Sat 1pm- 4:30pm and 8pm-12am, Sun 1pm-4:30pm
Phone: +34 915 994 805
Website: http://www.yerbabuena.ws/
Yerbabuena is a place to try original vegetarian creations that will satisfy even the most demanding customers. The place is mostly loved for the inviting atmosphere, excellent service, and tasty and colorful food.
8. Pura Vida
Address: Calle Lopez Silva, 4
Hours: Thu-Sun 1pm-11:30pm, Mon-Wed 6pm-11:30pm
Phone: +34 910 827 328
Website: http://puravidavegan.es/
All of the food in Pura Vida is made from scratch in their kitchen using the freshest organic ingredients. It’s a place to relax in the vibrant center of Madrid and a perfect meeting point for a cocktail with friends.
9. Rayen Vegano
Address: Calle Lope de Vega, 7
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 1pm- 4:30pm
Friday 1pm- 4:30pm and 9pm- 11:30pm
Saturday 11am- 4:30pm and 9pm- 11:30pm
Sunday 11am- 4pm
Phone: +34 675 382 072
Website: http://www.rayenvegan.com/
The cooks in Rayen use only organic ingredients. The food served there is not only healthy but also beautiful. New creative dishes are introduced from time to time so for regular customers, there is always something surprising.
10. Reineta Vegetariano
Address: Calle del Infante, 5
Hours: Tue-Sat 1:30pm-4pm and 9pm-11:30pm, Sun 1:30pm-4pm
Phone: +34 914 201 832
Website: http://reinetavegetariano.es/
Photo source: http://reinetavegetariano.es
Affordable and delicious – that’s the main goal of the chefs at Reineta. And they succeed. The food and the staff are compelling, the location is comfortable, and the experience is delightful. Every moment is designed to make you feel at home, despite being in the presence of master vegetarian chefs.
