You don’t feel like cooking and after doing some research you can’t decide between dozens of brunch options in the city. If you are wondering where the best brunch in Madrid is, you have come to the right place. I’ll give you the 11 best places for brunch in 2023.
In most of these spots you’ll find the classic eggs benedict, waffles, bagels and some other delicious goods. Some other spots would have a more characteristic brunch menu inspired by an Italian breakfast, for example.
Brunch has increased in popularity over the years and locals have embraced this tradition. A few years ago only a couple of places would offer brunch in Madrid, and it was only on Sundays
Nowadays, brunching is not a weekend thing anymore. And there are so many places that it gets even difficult to pick the right one. Besides, you can find a great brunch any day of the week. Yet some places still only do it on the weekends.
Here’s a map to quickly locate all the restaurants you’ll see throughout this post. Here we go!
To make it easier for you, I’ll classify the brunch spots by price. Keep in mind more expensive doesn’t mean better, most likely it will mean a cuter place and perhaps more attention to detail.
Without further ado, here are the best places for brunch in central Madrid, because life is too short for a bad one.
Most expensive brunch spots in Madrid
Hotel Intercontinental
After the Intercontinental experience, any other brunch in Madrid would seem inexpensive.
This hotel offers a buffet with more than 200 dishes. It is one of the only places you can get sushi and seafood for brunch. The price is around 70€. Put on your Sunday best and treat yourself in this incredible brunch.
When: Sunday 13:30 – 16:00
Where: Paseo de la Castellana, 49
How much: 72€
Champagne Brunch Propaganda
If you are into champagne, Propaganda is the place for you. They offer an astonishing Sunday brunch with all the classics plus champagne. They include a new champagne every week.
Wash down some champagne with this Italian-inspired brunch. Can you think of a better way to kick-start your Sunday?
When: Sundays 12:00 to 16:30
Where: Libertad, 12
How much: 27.5€
IG: @propagandamadrid
Salvador Bachiller
Salvador Bachiller is a store that sells home decoration, bags, and many other nicknacks. A few years ago they opened a restaurant and embarked on a new adventure.
They have an extraordinary brunch. However, what really stands out in this place is the decoration. A variety of exotic plants infuse Salvador Bachiller with a cozy vibe. One of the best places to get your Instagram pics. Check out their menu.
“A hidden tropical jungle where it always feels like summer”
When: everyday 11:00 to 13:00
Where: Gran Vía 65
How much: 20€
IG: @salvadorbachiller
Less expensive Brunch options in Madrid
Zenith Madrid – Brunch All Day… Every Day!
They take pride in being one of the best brunches in Madrid according to Trip Advisor. This place with a cool industrial look offers a brunch full of healthy options as well as vegan and gluten-free dishes.
At Zenith you can also get the classics: French toast, banana bread, bagels, and much more.
The only qualm is that they don’t accept reservations, so you’ll have to go and hope for the best. They have a happy hour from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. where you can try some of their amazing cocktails.
Whatever you get, you won’t go wrong.
When: All day, every day (9:00 a.m to 7:00 p.m.)
Where: Valverde, 28
How much: they don’t have a closed menu so it depends on what you get. About 20€.
IG: @zenithmadrid
Federal Café – Brunch terrace:
Federal Café is a Modern design café. They have two locations in the city. One of them is in one of my favorite plazas in Madrid. Get some sun in their outside area while enjoying some of the best eggs benedict in Madrid. Try some fresh-squeezed orange juice and enjoy the quietness of the plaza.
Can’t decide whether to sit outside or inside? Take a seat at a booth in their open window area and get both.
When: brunch until 1:00 p.m. weekdays 4:00 p.m. weekends
Where: Plaza Comendadoras, 9
How much: Less than 20€
IG: @thefederalcafe
La Mucca
La Mucca has become a brunch spot for locals and tourists alike. Its location in central Madrid makes it a convenient place for tourists that want to have a good brunch.
Its stylish venue with high ceilings, wooden beams and a mix of graffiti and beautiful furniture creates a unique ambiance.
Their fixed menu includes a cocktail, coffee or tea, a baked good, and a main dish. If that’s too much you can always order just a few things from one of the largest brunch menus in Madrid.
When: Weekends 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: Plaza del Carmen, 5
How much: 25€
IG: @lamucca
Mür Café
Mür Café is one of my go to spots when it comes to brunching in Madrid. It reminds me of an English-style cafe and they claim to be the perfect combination between London and Madrid.
If you get the chance, pick one of the tables by the window.
The brunch starts at 6.5€. Then you add as many options as you wish: eggs benedict, full English breakfast, or salmon with scrambled eggs, to list a few.
They offer a veggie version to some of their dishes as well.
When: everyday 10:00 to 16:30
Where: San Vicente Ferrer, 51
How much: around 20€
IG: @murcafe
Pum Pum Café
Pum Pum is a cute little cafe in Lavapies neighborhood. If you want to give it a try, make a reservation in advance. This place is tiny and might be difficult to get a table. They also deliver, in case you don’t want to go out. Check their site for more info.
When: Weekend – All day
Where: Tribulete, 6
How much: check the menu
IG: @pumpumcafe
Eatmytrip
Their idea was to reinvent traditional brunch drawing inspiration from world cuisines. They take pride in their fresh and organic ingredients and their fair-trade specialty coffee. It’s an all-day brunch
The menu includes all the classics like avocado toast, eggs benedict, waffles, bowls, smoothies and fresh juices. Take a look at the menu, a great part of it it’s vegetarian.
They also function as a bakery
They are very active on social media. Check out their Instagram to get a look at their tasty-looking dishes.
Try one of the combos adding a dessert and a drink.
Make a reservation online and get your table ASAP.
When: all day
Where: Moreria, 11
How much: About 20€, depending on what you get.
IG: @eatmytrip
These are the best brunch spots in Madrid in 2023. Do you have any other favorites? Let me know in the comments!
Best Brunch on a Budget in Madrid
Mamúa
Does the Rastro sound familiar? This place is right at the beautiful plaza Cascorro.
One of the great things about this brunch is its outside terrace. Soak up some sun while enjoying one of the cheapest brunches in Madrid.
They have a vegan brunch and a gluten free option.
By the way, I wouldn’t go on a Sunday. The area gets packed because of the flea market.
When: Everyday
Where: Plaza Cacorro, 7
How much: 13€
IG: @mamua_madrid
Carmencita Bar
It started out as a small place in Malasaña. Due to how famous this brunch became, they soon opened other spots at nearby locations.
This exquisite American-style brunch offers quite a few plates. All their dishes include one of the following sides: fries, sweet potato fries, hash browns and salad. Get the hash browns if you have the chance, they are just too good.
Mimosas are 1€ each. In case that’s not enough for you, you can indulge and get a pitcher for 8€.
Carmencita Bar is one of the best-known brunch spots in Madrid. Make your reservation and enjoy a well-balanced brunch with the extra booze.
When: everyday 10:00 to 16:30
Where: San Vicente Ferrer, 51
How much: 12.5€
IG: @carmencita.bar
