We had walked past another restaurant in the neighborhood what was deserted (although at 7pm the hour was early) and El Rincon looked welcoming and people were at the bar and little tables. We were greeted in Spanish but the bartender/waiter quickly adapted due English to our limited skills in Spanish. He helped us decide on wine...Rioja was very good...and of course the wine was served with complimentary tapas. Think sliced ham on crusty bread. We ordered acorn ham and mushrooms sautéed with garlic. The ham was tender and had a mild flavor and cost 29 EU. The mushrooms were 10 EU and were a big plateful. So savory and delicious I want to make them at home. Decor inside was like old Roman brick...the skinny bricks...and the groups of locals talking and laughing made us feel as if we had discovered a non tourist gem.
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Jian C.
Yelp
2019-12-25
5.0
Great service and ambience. Quality of food is excellent. If you stay in Westin Palace, this is a must go!
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Heather S.
Yelp
2019-08-31
4.0
Surprisingly delicious. My husband and I chose a place close to the hotel for paella. Then we ordered something totally different.
We started with anchovies, which were served with tomato toast & were pretty good! I didn't eat the bread but the anchovies were tasty.
Entrées were fantastic! My husband had the roast pork & decided it was so good that it goes in the list. The list refers to anything that deserves a return visit. I had the lamb shoulder & it too deserved another visit. Both were roasted goodness on a plate. Not what I expected, but surprisingly tasty. Don't miss out!
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Zoya S.
Yelp
2019-04-08
5.0
During our recent stay in Madrid, we had dinner there a couple of times. No matter what appetizer or main you order - be sure, it would be cooked to perfection. The staff and Don Esteban himself will welcome and take great care of you. Their menu is extensive, but there is no need for detailed description of the dishes, my pictures tell it all. And they have a dessert chef too... P.s You will walk off these calories, as you mostly walk up the streets in the center of Madrid.
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Peter K.
Yelp
2019-03-19
1.0
Stay away, recommended by my hotel which should've been my first warning.Total tourist place. Food was fair but Service was horrible. I ordered 2 appetizers and a main course. After 10 minutes the waiter came back and said he didn't have either appetizers.
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Holly K.
Yelp
2018-11-21
4.0
Really cute, AUTHENTIC, family-owned restaurant down an alley in Madrid. My spouse and I ordered an octopus appetizer and a lobster stew. I really enjoyed both dishes- I wish the stew would've had MORE lobster meat in it though.
The service and the experience we gained was the best part about this restaurant. The walls are covered in photos of the original owner (Esteban) and several celebrities that have eaten in the restaurant. All of the staff came by our table to see how we were doing and to make conversation, you really feel like part of the family by the end of the meal. At the end of dinner we were treated to a couple delicious limoncello shots!!
Note- the staff doesn't speak MUCH English (thankfully my boyfriend spoke Spanish because I couldn't have gotten by on my own).
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Wenting C.
Yelp
2018-10-08
5.0
Open early from 6 PM, made reservation at 6 :30. Food and service are good. Only a couple of people speak English. It worth to try, have a good desert manual as well.
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Peter G.
Yelp
2018-04-21
5.0
Last year, I literally "stumbled upon" this excellent, local, long-time Madrid restaurant nearby the Westin Palace where I was staying. This year, I insisted my Son join me there -- and we were both. We had a terrific evening! Great food, great wine, great service, and a warm visit from the elderly founder. We had Salmrajo soup, Gazpacho, Huevos Patatas, and Rabo Toro Madrileva - all delicious! We were treated to their homemade Grapa. This is now on my list of "must go to" when I am in Madrid!
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Maria S.
Yelp
2018-04-14
3.0
Service- was interesting,...they don't ask if you are done before taking food away, nor do they ask if would like to take any left over food. Other than that people were friendly, but are acutely aware if you are a tourist, and will be sure to make recommendations of the most expensive items on the menu if you dare ask for a recommendation.
Taste- the tapas olives were the best I have ever had, but aside from that, food was mediocre and not worth the price. My partner and I shared the bone in rib eye, and this was too much food for the both of us, and the food itself was not great. At first they served it extremely rare, so we asked if they can cook it more, but that didn't help much because the meat was hard and chewy! The seasoning itself was pretty basic, S&P.
Tourist trap- This was the first place where We dined when we first landed in Madrid. Ever since, I take precaution to research restaurants thoroughly, and we have paid about one third of what we paid for at least this place, for way better tasting food.
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Tom K.
Yelp
2017-11-29
2.0
I came in here while on a business trip, by myself, at the recommendation of hotel concierge. Beautiful interior and clearly passionate staff but a series of mishaps occurred: I was seated and a waiter came up to me - after a while waiting - to take my order before I even had a menu. I also did not receive a wine menu so just guessed at a white wine, which they brought. Later I asked for another wine but could not get a word in edgewise before the waiter rushed off - I wanted to switch to red for my main meal and he brought me another white - and not the same quality as the one I had had before. The six-item salad de casa was delicious even though I had no explanation of what it was beforehand (again, I just guessed!). Then the main order came out - it was the wrong order. I ordered wild boar and they brought pork suckling - which I hear is delicious but was not in the mood for!! Overall I felt rushed by non-attentive waiters who probably viewed me as an annoying American, but sheesh. I come from NYC where turning over tables is the name of the game, and this experience ranks up there with one of the most bizarre I've had. Also beware : I did not want bread but the server put it on my plate and rushed off before I could decline...I didn't eat it and was charged for it anyway. AND when I was paying via credit card, the server did not ask me to leave a tip on the portable credit card machine, and after he printed the receipt he very directly said "service is not included." Well sorry, I didn't have any local currency on me and the service was terrible, but as someone who is used to tipping in the States, I did feel a bit bad about this part....but get it together!!!
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Tom Y.
Yelp
2017-11-25
1.0
6 Euro cover charge for a hunk of stale bread and a few olives.
The sweet potato mash was dry and lumpy.
The fries that came with my stake we're soggy and tasteless.
My dining partner's fish was served raw. The staff took little responsibility for the issue and still charged us full price for the meal.
This restaurant has high end pricing and sub-par food. I would warn anyone against eating here.
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Jessica L.
Yelp
2017-11-21
5.0
We went here on our first night in Madrid. It was right by our hotel so it was a very easy walk. We were sat right away and he offered us an olive appetizer and was very nice when we said we didn't eat olives so he brought us a salmon appetizer. The bottle of wine we ordered was his recommendation- good and not too expensive (24 euros). My boyfriend liked his steak and I liked the croquettes we ordered. The total bill was slightly expensive but they were very attentive and we enjoyed our food.
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Mike M.
Yelp
2017-07-20
4.0
Great authentic Spanish restaurant that is run by a gentleman who has been doing it for many years.
Great wine list that's has something for everyone.
Food was well done, real good home style local cuisine.
I had a seafood stew that was unique to Madrid area.
Of course the sliced ham and olives were out of this world!!
Enjoy!
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W C.
Yelp
2017-07-15
3.0
This is an expensive restaurant. $84 euros for paella, sparking water and a glass of wine. They give you bread which seems complimentary but they charge you 6 euros.
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Jon F.
Yelp
2017-07-14
4.0
Excellent place. Wide array of food choices and very helpful service.
Gaspacho -- excellent.
Ensalada -- fresh and generous portion.
Paella -- great.
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Jeff G.
Yelp
2017-01-09
5.0
As you can tell by my many reviews, I'm a huge steak fan and had been craving one while in Madrid. Not knowing where to go and who would have my bone in ribeye available, I was lucky enough to walk by El Rincon where I saw the cuts they had available being displayed in the front window. Sure enough, there was my bone in ribeye! This one was even age dried which made it even better! The wife and I made it back to our hotel and called in reservations. For an appetizer we had fried calamari which was very fresh and delicious! For dinner my wife had a filet that cut like butter and had great flavor! I went with the bone in ribeye which was everything I could have asked for! Only down side was our side orders. We ordered rice and for some reason it was drowned in garlic. I love garlic and can eat it by itself but this was overboard! Other than that the meal was great, the wine selection was perfect and the service was spot on all night!
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Bob B.
Yelp
2017-01-09
5.0
Great restaurant with wonderful seafood & service. Started with an Artichoke dish shared, beautiful. We both went for the sole meunière which was outstanding. Javier our server was great and brought us an aperitif to finish the meal. One of the few restaurants in the area open on Monday. A side note, we were there the Monday after a long weekend in January so it was very quiet.
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Don H.
Yelp
2016-09-20
5.0
This place is a gem. Esteban and his skilled, attentive staff will insure a great Madrid experience. We went on a Monday evening at about 7:15, and we got seated without waiting. That could not have happened an hour later; it was packed. The apertifs were exceptional, the service first class. Personal attention by yhe owner.
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Kevin M.
Yelp
2015-11-12
4.0
It wouldn't be a trip to Spain without a nice big bowl of Paella. So when it came time to choose my first dinner in Madrid, I trucked it on over here and got the business.
The restaurant has, what I would imagine to be, an old school Spain atmosphere. Both decor and set up give off a very authentically traditional vibe.
I knew what I wanted, so I dove into the traditional Paella and stuffed my face. It was very good and had all the flavor a I would expect a good paella dish to have. The chicken and beef were cooked perfectly, and mixed well with the rice. As good as it was, I must say that I have had better. This isn't a bad thing, but given I was having it in Spain, I was hoping to be blown away.
The service was excellent and the staff had just as much charm as the restaurant did. The vibe was laid back and there is a cool bar area by the front door that's good for grabbing a drink or even dining there.
Overall a very good experience.
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Vibhor C.
Yelp
2015-02-25
5.0
The best meal during the Spain trip. One of the best meals of my life. The hospitality, the food, the drinks, the desserts everything was a once in a lifetime experience.
Food Quality - Excellent
Food Taste - Excellent
Food Originality - Excellent
Price - Excellent
Customer Service - Excellent
Ambiance - Excellent
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Alex N
Google
Hace un mes
5.0
Espectacular el trato y la comida.
Joan totalmente encantador y Suso te hace sentir como en tu casa, si pudiera comería ahí a diario...
Platos abundantes y tremendamente buenos.
La torrija, está a otro nivel...
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Santiago Fariñas
Google
Hace un mes
4.0
El restaurante tiene un comedor muy acogedor donde sirven platos muy deliciosos, y todo con un servicio muy esmerado. El precio algo elevado.
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GRYZZ MOL
Google
Hace un año
5.0
De lo mejor en Madrid. El estofado de Rabo de Toro es una cosa exquisita. La Paella para dos personas con un sabor espectacular. El pulpo a la gallega suave y muy muy bueno. No dejen de probar los postres la tarta o sugerencias que haga el personal. Atención muy buena. Sin duda lo recomiendo ampliamente y regresare.
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Luis Calvo
Google
Hace un año
5.0
Espléndido!
Primera visita a este sitio -y no será la última-
Atraído por las buenas críticas, por fin conocí este afamado restaurante y mis expectativas, fueron ampliamente superadas.
Lugar de toda la vida, con sabores de siempre. Atención magnífica de Johan y su compañero -lamento no recordar su nombre- procurando que nos sintiéramos agusto en todo momento- aconsejándonos, dándonos explicaciones y dejándonos buenas sensaciones desde el minuto 1.
Cocina espectacular. Alcachofas confitadas buenísimas y Merluza a la Bilbaína.
Sin duda, 100% recomendable
Gracias, amigos!
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Martin gb
Google
Hace un año
5.0
Estuve cenando con unos amigos el martes pasado y la verdad que todo genial desde el primer momento, al ver que éramos un grupo de 10 personas nos ofrecieron sentarnos en una zona tipo reservado donde estuvimos muy a gusto.
En cuanto a la comida, un 10, desde la tapa de patatas revolconas que nos pusieron al principio hasta los postres. Destacar dentro de los entrantes, para mi gusto, el carpaccio de gamba, me sorprendió gratamente y el emplatado muy bonito. Como plato fuerte, lo tengo claro, el rabo de toro acompañado de una salsa que todavía me sigo acordando... tuve que pedir extra de pan al camarero hasta que dejé mi plato impoluto.
En definitiva, sitio 10 y ubicación ideal para luego darse una vuelta por la zona ahora que viene la Navidad.
En enero volveré !!
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Jose Conejo
Google
Hace 2 años
5.0
Hoy hemos comido en el Rincón de Esteban, y nos ha gustado mucho. La calidad de sus productos era muy buena. El solomillo por destacar algo estaba espectacular y también las alcachofas. Precio medio por persona 30€ sin vino y con el descuento del 50% de el tenedor. Volveremos.
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Mario Garcia
Google
Hace una semana
5.0
Es un lugar algo clasico y con aromas extraños al entrar, pero el excelente servicio se nota todo el tiempo, ya que todos son muy amables.
Sobre la comida es buena, pero sin duda el platillo de "la mejor escalopa del mundo" de verdad me pareció la mejor escalopa del mundo, yo volvería a este lugar solo para volverla a probar.
Les recomiendo mucho este lugar.
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Roberto Leon
Google
Hace un año
5.0
Realmente ricas las paellas, muy buena gastronomía y esmerada atención, hermoso local tipico de la ciudad, los precios son mayores a los de otros restaurantes, pero compensa con la calidad de los productos.
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Ignacio Mate
Google
Hace un año
4.0
Llegamos de casualidad en pleno puente de la constitución y gracias a Dios nos hicieron sitio.
Grata sorpresa tanto por la comida como por el servicio.
Todo buenísimo, pero la Sardina ahumada y los callos, espectaculares.
Si puedo, volveré.
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Guadalupe Lopez
Google
Hace 5 meses
5.0
Nos encantó. El sazón del chuleton y el rabo de toro, es esquisito. Muy recomendable.
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Carlos Guerra
Google
Hace 4 meses
5.0
Platos muy tradicionales bien manejados, buen genero y una atención increíble por parte de todos en especial Johan. tomamos un arroz caldoso, pulpo, almejas y como plato especial el rabo de toro. muy bueno todo con mención especial el rabo.
Los chupitos de digestivo son extraordinarios, te dejan la sensación de que quieres seguir comiendo. Recomendado
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Lorena Lechuga
Google
Hace un año
5.0
👨🏻🍳Sabor: 5/5
💫Presentación: 5/5
🍽Lugar (decoración, limpieza, medidas COVID): 5/5
💵Precio: $$$ (~€35 por persona)
✅Extra: los meseros son los más amables, dan excelentes recomendaciones y son muy atentos
💙 Recomiendo: la mejor paella por mucho!! Hecha al instante
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Manu Iturri
Google
Hace 2 años
5.0
Restaurante clásico tanto por la carta como por el servicio, ubicado en una de las zonas más bonitas de Madrid. Comedor tranquilo y espacioso decorado con fotografías de personajes ilustres que han visitado el restaurante.
De las mejores paellas que he disfrutado en Madrid. También muy recomendable tanto el rabo de toro como los ricos pescados. Las zamburiñas son una delicia.
Sin duda, para repetir.
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Xchel Garcia
Google
Hace un año
5.0
El lugar es encantador, el arroz caldoso con bogavante es delicioso muy rico con un buen vino sin antes tomar una cerveza.
Para ser extranjera me encanto regresaría para probar más platillos.
Su servicio muy bueno. Gracias
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Diana Chetes
Google
Hace 4 años
4.0
Es un sitio muy tradicional de comida española. La calidad de la comida es muy buena, con platos muy típicos. Recomiendo el chuletón gallego. Los postres son muy variados. La única pega que le pongo al sitio es la decoración, que se ha quedado un poco en el pasado, la iluminación que es muy poca. La atención es excelente.
