Photo via Google, Bodega de la ArdosaBodega de la Ardosa
- Hours
- Today: 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM
- Getting there
- In Centro, near Malasaña
Why it’s in the log
Bodega de la Ardosa has been pouring drinks since 1892, and the narrow, barrel-lined room still looks the part — dark wood, football scarves on the walls, and a bar that fills up fast. Nearly 7,700 reviews and a 4.2 rating make it one of the better-known old tabernas in Centro, but it hasn't been smoothed out for tourists.
The signature order is hot vermouth, served the traditional way, alongside a short list of tapas built for standing and drinking rather than a sit-down meal.
It gets loud and cramped at peak hours, which is part of the character — go early evening if a conversation matters more than the atmosphere.
“Order the hot vermouth, find a spot near the barrels, and don't expect to be anywhere else once you're in — it has that effect.”
What people said recently
From Google reviews · see all 7,714 ↗
“Awesome tapas, great atmosphere, 10/10 vermouth. There are some well kept secrets of the gastronomy that you should definitely NOT miss. As the Spanish Tortillas togheter with the Gazpacho soup. Not to mention the croquettes and the…”
“Absolutely loved this place!! A simple, authentic spot full of character and atmosphere. Every dish we ordered was delicious, and the only downside was getting full before we could try more from the menu. The service was warm and…”
“It was amazing to saw this famous PAB, Bar or restaurant. I felt the history inside through the furniture and atmosphere. If you will traveling to Madrid - you should definitely visit this place. With friends the best but as well it could…”
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