With the coming of summer, book for dinner on one of the best terraces in Spain it becomes one of our favorite and most common plans. Once the month of August is released, we still have many summer days ahead of us to do just this: discover new hospitality proposals that have been pending during the working months, taking advantage of the fact that the major cities are empty once the calendar marks the expected first of this month.
And it’s that when you walk through cities like Madrid or Barcelona at the beginning of the eighth month of the year you have the feeling that you belong to ‘the resistance’. To that small group of people who dare to challenge the asphalt jungle instead of flying fast to the beach or the mountains to escape one of the hottest months of the year, when even sleep is bad.
But those who are used to to resist they admit honestly or with great resignation that August is one of the best months of the year (some even dare to end it with ‘not to say the best’) to make the most of the city’s cultural offerings such as the absence of traffic or the enjoy a delayed gastronomic proposal.
But just as most of us leave the office for a few days, many of the top rated restaurants They also tend to close to take a few weeks of well-deserved rest. Or at least they used to because the truth is that things have changed a lot and there are already many places that keep their doors open and, more importantly, the terraces, when It seems that the capitals remain desolate, but in reality they are not so desolate.
Next one we brought together six restaurants from Madrid and four from Barcelona which are worth visiting at any time of the year, but in addition continue to work in August to serve those who are part of this peculiar ‘resistance’ or those who take the opportunity to visit the two largest urban centers of Spain when they know that, more than ever, these cities are completely at your feet.
This terrace is ‘La Casa de Campo de Triciclo’. What does this mean? That if you have tried and love the proposals of the restaurants Triciclo, Tandem, Sua and La Elisa, Villa Verbena is made for you during the summer months. It is located on the shore of Lake Casa de Campo and it’s the perfect place to dine and escape the heat of the tarmac. Don’t miss their grilled baby squid and their cheesecake with a hint of blue cheese.
- Where is it? Paseo María Teresa, 3. Casa de Campo Lake (Madrid).
The Andalusian cuisine tradition Embrace the taste of Latin American gastronomy at this restaurant in the Metal district that prides itself on having ‘joy and good things’ for everyone. Their specialty is tuna? and they prepare it in many ways: in carpaccio, tartare, tiradito, tataki, wok,… Do not miss any of these cuts and enjoy them on their spacious terrace.
- Where is it? Calle del Rodio, 6 (Madrid).
The new Italian ‘dip’ from the Big Mamma group arrives with the scent of the Amalfi Coast. Is trattoriawhich is like Bel Mondo’s little sister, has a space of 502m2 including a flower-covered terrace inspired by southern Italy. Chef Nicholas Amici reinterprets classic Italian recipes to offer homemade pasta dishes, airy pizzas and creamy ice creams. Don’t miss their juicy burrata, their? Meravigliao cod (black ravioli) or your pizza Shuffle Truffle with fresh truffle flakes.
- Where is it? Hortaleza Street, 118 (Madrid).
Located on the Plaza de la Independencia, this tavern is a tribute to the tradition of the capital in a place in the purest Madrid style – very colorful and with hand-painted tiles – with a large terrace where you can enjoy a good wine, a cocktail or a traditional vermouth. El Patio de Leones is the place for good drinks as well as good food and has a menu with daily specials and empanadas (on request). Don’t miss their well browned squid rings or their red garlic shrimp.
- Where is it? Calle Serrano, 1 (Madrid).
It has just reopened its doors with new gastronomic proposals after being closed for nine months due to the situation caused by the pandemic. In this new phase, this well-known space in the center of the capital has 29 different proposals and six of them are new. It’s not a typical restaurant, but it’s a? address more than recommended to try a little bit of everything and also take something home.
- Where is it? At Plaza de San Miguel, s/n (Madrid).
It has no terrace but does have several rooms. If you’re in the mood Mexican food, don’t miss this month’s proposal from Chef Roberto Ruiz’s restaurant. It has not been easy to get a table since it opened, but now that Madrid is deserted, it is the ideal time to enjoy their guacamoles, their tacos, ceviches and aguachiles. Oh! Also from their margarita cocktails.
- Where is it? Calle Valenzuela, 7 (Madrid).
It is one of the gastronomic novelties of the Casamadre Group that: combines the best of traditional cuisine with international cuisine, make their dishes an authentic experience for all tastes. The menu is closely related to the concept of ‘slow food’ and attaches particular importance to the quality and origin of the raw materials. Don’t miss their Barbastro tomato bomb, filled with stracciatella, pesto, merlot vinaigrette, and pistachios. And if you prefer to enjoy it at home, they also have a delivery service.
- Where is it? Calle Enric Granados, 107 (Barcelona).
From the sea directly to the table and with a privileged view of Port Bell in the old Palau de Mar in Barcelona. Because if it turns out that we have a sea view in this city, we’re going to abuse that, right? In addition, it also has very good rice?so the plan organizes itself.
- Where is it? Palau de Mar Building, Plaça del Pau Vila, 1 (Barcelona).
Located in the heart of Gracia, Leche de tigre is a travel to Peru without moving from Barcelona and also a good address for Try Nikkei and Chifa cuisine. His letter contains all the greatest hits of the Peruvian gastronomy and also the best cocktails. Don’t miss their homemade peppers and their ceviches.
- Where is it? Carrer de Martinez de la Rosa, 10 (Barcelona).
A artisanal Japanese ice cream where Japanese ‘soul food’ with Argentinian influences is also served? This is exactly what Arigato proposes, a small place in Barcelona where you can eat both a snack filled with ice cream and noodles with free-range chicken. Absolutely wonderful.
- Where is it? Roger de Lluria, 114 (Barcelona).
Source: Marie Claire
