Café de Oriente

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About

Café de Oriente is a literary café and restaurant at Plaza Oriente 2 in Madrid, beside Teatro Real.

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Why go

  • Table 9 was a regular breakfast spot for Madrid mayor and philosopher Enrique Tierno Galván; Antonio Mingote also frequented it.
  • The café’s signature French toast comes with toffee, pepper glass and vanilla ice cream.
  • Summer terrace tables overlook the Royal Palace.

Opening hours

Today08:30 – 00:00Show all
Monday08:30 – 00:00
Tuesday08:30 – 00:00
Wednesday08:30 – 00:00
Thursday08:30 – 00:00
Friday08:30 – 00:00
Saturday09:00 – 00:00
Sunday09:00 – 00:00

Good to know

BreakfastLunchDinnerLate NightDrinksFree WifiFull BarHighchairs AvailableOutdoor SeatingPrivate DiningReservationsServes AlcoholTable Service

Drinks to try

  • A full bar is available, with alcoholic drinks also served at tables.

Dishes to try

  • Anchovies from Santoña with tomato and chilli peppers.
  • Jamón ibérico with tomato compote and toast.
  • Homemade Iberian ham croquettes, served in portions of six.
  • Organic rose tomato with arbequina olive oil, tuna and fresh onion.
  • Creamy green rice with wild mushrooms and Manchego cheese.
  • Hake poached in garlic and parsley sauce with clams.
  • Creamy rice with red shrimp, shellfish and fish from the Cantabrian Sea.
  • Grilled Iberian pork tenderloin with potato purée, mushroom ragout and seasonal vegetables.
  • Rice pudding with cinnamon.
  • Catalan crème brûlée.
  • Homemade carrot, chocolate and apple tarts.

Atmosphere

  • A large café hall occupies the ground floor, with smaller brick-vaulted dining rooms below.
  • The interior mixes romantic styling with neobaroque touches.
  • Private dining rooms and smaller corners provide more secluded settings for meals.

Working with a laptop

  • Wi-Fi Free Wi-Fi is available.

Good for

  • Families Highchairs are available.

Shorts

History

The convent site became Plaza de Oriente after the convent’s demolition.

  1. 16th c.The Franciscan Convento de San Gil stood on the site.
  2. 1613Felipe III renovated the convent site.
  3. Early 18th c.The convent was demolished to make way for Plaza de Oriente.
  4. 1983Café de Oriente opened.

How to get there

  • TrainThe nearest metro station is Ópera.

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Where
Plaza Oriente 2, Madrid

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Questions and answers

What are Café de Oriente’s opening hours?

It is open Monday to Friday from 08:30 to 00:00 and Saturday and Sunday from 09:00 to 00:00.

How do I reserve a table at Café de Oriente?

Reserve a table through the café’s website.

Are there daily specials at Café de Oriente?

Yes. Chef Roberto Hierro prepares daily specials using seasonal products.

Can dinner dishes be shared at Café de Oriente?

Yes. An informal dinner menu is designed for sharing.

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