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Zalacain

Alvarez de Baena 4, 28006 Madrid, Spain
91-561-5935
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Ranked #30 of 4,486 restaurants in Madrid
Cuisines: Spanish
Dining options: Reservations, Late Night
Most recent review
- Mar 31, 2013
Restaurant details
Dining options: Reservations, Late Night
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New York
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13 reviews 13 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 31, 2013

We chose Zalacain as our one upscale restaurant experience during a week-long vacation in Spain and were very disappointed. I had warned the restaurant that one member of our party was a vegetarian and this information seems to have been lost. We were served amuse-bouches containing ham, and even the vegetable stew on the menu (pretty much the sole vegetarian... More

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Top Contributor
79 reviews 79 reviews
64 restaurant reviews
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 22, 2012

This restaurant despite the economical crisis in Spain provide an out standing service and even more outstanding excellent quality of food the classic vegetables stew and the steak tartar are worth trying the atmosphere and decorations add to a wonderful visit .

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virginia
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41 reviews 41 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
90 helpful votes 90 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 24, 2012

Jacket and tie required for men, rich dark colors, classical décor and settings, yet the formal but friendly staff welcome and put at ease any guest on their special night. Pricey but at about $180 euro for two, without drinks, not as unreachable as some of the reviews might suggest. Classic Spanish cuisine, perfectly enhanced and presented as artwork. True... More

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Long Island, NY
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53 reviews 53 reviews
21 restaurant reviews
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 17, 2012

We loved the food. My husband was very happy with the wine list. The somelier suggested some great wines for me that I only like rieslings and they are non existent in Spain!. The food was delicious, except for the beef tartar, which is grounded beef marinated with various oils. I personally did not like it, but everything else and... More

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France
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13 reviews 13 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 27, 2012

Visited this restaurant in july, so not maybe the best season to truck in à very hearthy traditional dish, but what à nice surprise! Little typical décorated tasca not far from plaza mayor. The waiters were attentive and did explain to us the local way of eating thé cocido. They have other dishes on the menu that i will definitively... More

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3 restaurant reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 20, 2012 via mobile

Just truly amazing! Everything is incredible including deserts!

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Longboat Key, Florida
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46 reviews 46 reviews
35 restaurant reviews
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 12, 2012

We have eaten at this restaurant several times over the years. They still have the same sommelier who will guide you through their huge wine list. The food, however, is the star. Impeccably served and beautifully prepared.

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Paris, France
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36 reviews 36 reviews
20 restaurant reviews
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 30, 2012

Exquisite Restaurant, perfect service and food, great choices of wine. You will dream of Zalacain.

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Miami, Florida
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43 reviews 43 reviews
24 restaurant reviews
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 5, 2012

Very expensive but excellent food and service. You have to go there at least once,

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Kiev
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23 reviews 23 reviews
22 restaurant reviews
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 29, 2012

Zalacain is one of the best restaurants I have ever been to. Everything is excellent, service, atmosphere and of course the delicious food. The rooms are tranquil and weel proportioed with soft red walls. the welcome was friendly and the service really proessional. Timing and the level of attention were impeccable. We started with aubergibe flowers and the had a... More

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