The 5 Best Flamenco Restaurants in Madrid

Originating in Andalusia over 500 years ago, flamenco embodies all that is Spanish in one passionate, seductive and mysterious dance. Real flamenco goes far beyond the polka dot dresses and castanets, and its obscure and ancient origins ensure that it remains a mysterious and exotic dance.Madrid is the ideal place to catch a taste of the real flamenco, and some of the best places to see this fantastic dance being performed are in the myriads of flamenco restaurants that regularly put on shows in the evenings, both during the week and at the weekends. Serving a combination of typical and delicious Spanish cuisine, as well as fine wines from Andalusia, the restaurants combine the best of fine dining and excellent entertainment, and are certainly worth a look in if you are in the city. Here are five top flamenco restaurants for you to check out:

1. Casa Patas

Located on Calle Cañizares 10, Casa Patas serves a wide variety of traditional dishes, and is known for its extensive and delicious collection of hams and cheeses. The restaurant has performances from Monday to Thursday at 10.30pm, two performances a day on Fridays and Saturdays, and it is closed on Sundays.

2. Tablao Las Carboneras

Serving up a mouth-watering array of meats, tapas and traditional cuisine, the Tablao Las Carboneras also has a large collection of photographs on its walls depicting the history of flamenco. Shows start at 11pm every day apart from Sundays when it is closed, and it is located on Plaza del Conde de Miranda 1.

3. Corral de la Pacheca

Corral de la Pacheca opened in 1971, and since then has built up a reputation as one of the best flamenco restaurants in Madrid. Located on Calle Juan Ramón Jiménez 26, it is well known for the high quality performers that it attracts. It is open every day from 10.30pm, and check out the great soup dishes on offer.

4. El Corral de la Morería

After opening in May 1957, El Corral de la Morería is now one of the best tablaos in the city. Situated next to the Royal Palace on Calle Morería right in the heart of the city, it can seat up to 150 people. Decked out in 18th and 19th century furnishings, it is a wonderful setting to sit back and enjoy a good show.

5. Café de Chinitas

Located on Calle Torija 7, the Café de Chinitas offers the option of going there for dinner or perhaps just for a drink or a snack. The performances put on here are on a par with the top shows in Madrid, and are definitely worth a look. It is open from 9pm to 2pm on Mondays to Thursdays, and for one hour extra on Fridays and Saturdays.Photo of Flamenco dancers performing at El Corral de la Pacheca, Madrid, Spain originally posted by Giu Vincente

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