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El Minibar
Ham Croquettes
Mentioned multiple times as excellent and a must-try tapas item, praised for its rich flavor and popularity among diners.
Melted Goat Cheese
Repeatedly recommended as delicious, rich, and one of the standout dishes; some reviews also highlight it as the restaurant’s specialty.
Crispy Wild Boar Roll
Frequently praised for its unique preparation and great taste, with diners specifically calling it a favorite and describing it as crispy and flavorful.
Duck Confit
Recommended for being savory, rich, and delightfully tasty; one review also praises the duck as perfectly cooked and prepared.
Cod With Garlic And Shrimps
Described as exceptional and highly memorable, with reviewers highlighting the strong flavor and recommending it as one of the best dishes.
Cheese Tapas With Tomato Jam
Called the best thing ever eaten by one reviewer, this dish is strongly recommended for its standout flavor combination.
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM to 1 AM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10 AM to 1 AM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM to 1 AM |
| Thursday | 10 AM to 1 AM |
| Friday | 10 AM to 2:30 AM |
| Saturday | 12 PM to 2:30 AM |
| Sunday | 12 PM to 1 AM |
About El Minibar
El Minibar is a tapas bar, cocktail bar, and Spanish restaurant in Madrid, Madrid. It serves tapas and small plates with dishes that reviewers repeatedly praise, especially boar, goat cheese, grilled goat cheese, duck confit, wild boar rolls, and Tapa Bretón. The space is described as casual, cozy, quiet, and trendy, with dine-in and onsite service. Reviewers also consistently mention friendly service, a welcoming atmosphere, and strong drinks, coffee, dessert, and wine.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Onsite services
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Food
- Food at bar
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Salad bar
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trending
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually difficult to find a space
Frequently asked questions
What is El Minibar known for?
El Minibar is best known for creative tapas, especially the Tapa Bretón, grilled or melted goat cheese, and wild boar dishes like wild boar rolls and crispy wild boar. Reviewers also call out duck confit and tuna tataki as standout savory plates, with many saying the food feels rich and memorable for a tapas stop in central Madrid.
What dishes are most recommended at El Minibar?
The most recommended dishes are the Tapa Bretón, melted or grilled goat cheese, ham croquettes, shrimp croquettes, and duck confit. Reviewers also praise crispy wild boar rolls, tuna tartare, patatas, gazpacho, and fried cod with shrimp, often noting that tapas portions are enough for sharing or for one person with drinks.
What is the atmosphere like at El Minibar?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, casual, quiet, and lively enough to feel trendy without being formal. Reviewers mention a small, character-filled space near central Madrid, with friendly staff and a setup that works well for solo diners, couples, groups, and people stopping in for drinks and quick bites.
Is El Minibar good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, it is generally seen as good value for €10–20. Reviewers say the tapas portions can be more than enough for one person or enough to share between two, and several mention that the food quality and service make it worth a lunch or dinner stop in central Madrid.
Do you need a reservation at El Minibar?
Dinner reservations are recommended, especially because the small space fills quickly after opening and busy times can leave people seated at the bar. Reviewers say walk-ins can work, particularly for solo diners or early arrivals, but the room gets crowded fast.
Is parking available at El Minibar?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Usually difficult to find a space is available.
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