La Paella Real

H.B. L. • 6 reviews

August 9, 2025

10/10

We had dinner at La Paella Real on two occasions during our seven nights in Madrid. Perfect paellas each time (de mariscos first and then de rape y chipirones second) - so flavorful and plentiful at very reasonable prices - in a cozy setting with welcoming and kind staff. We also enjoyed gambas al ajillo each time … the best we’ve tried in Madrid so far. The white wine was nice, too. Thanks to Gerardo and Edwin for their kind service.

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Anne M. • 2 reviews

July 17, 2025

10/10

I don’t quite understand the unfavorable reviews this place has received. We thought it was tremendous from start to finish. We’ve been coming to Spain for years and this was undoubtedly one of the very best and reasonably priced meals we’ve had in Madrid. The service was amazing. The croquetas were creamy and crispy simultaneously and the paella mixta was perfectly done with just the right amount of soccarat to give it that perfectly caramelized toasty flavor. We had tinto de verano to drink and the meal came out under €60. We really enjoyed it!

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Michele C. • 1 review

July 4, 2025

10/10

We had a great time and delicious food

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Daniel R. • 4 reviews

May 26, 2025

8.5/10

The food was great and delivered relatively quickly. However, we had an unpleasant experience when it came to payment. We were a group of nine, and after everyone had paid, the waiter became quite aggressive, insisting that one payment was missing. Each guest showed proof of their card payment, and after some confusion, it turned out the waiter himself had handed the paper receipt to one of the guests — the very reason he thought a payment was missing. It was a disrespectful and uncomfortable moment that overshadowed the meal. Aside from that, the food was good but quite expensive. I ended up paying €30 for my share, which felt a bit much given the overall experience.

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Brett B. • 2 reviews

May 13, 2025

3/10

The seafood paella was really poor, the seafood was badly overcooked and overall, the restaurant was very overpriced for the standard of food & service we received. The service waiter on arrival was unfriendly making visit a poor experience. Very disappointing!

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Michelly S. • 1 review

April 9, 2025

10/10

Paella was perfect!

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Charmaine T. • 23 reviews

March 31, 2025

10/10

What a find! The prawn and asparagus paella was the best we have ever had. It was a perfect evening. Thank you La Paella Real. See you tomorrow!

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Victoria B. • 7 reviews

March 18, 2025

10/10

La Paella Real is a lovely restaurant. We chose the fried squid as starters and paella mixta for main. Both very delicious. Good choice of wine too. The service was excellent as well. Highly recommended.

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Carry S. • 1 review

December 2, 2024

9/10

We had the lobster paella and the black rice with prawns paella. Both were EXCELLENT. We loved the location (2 minutes from where were staying near the Opera metro) and the restaurant appearance. Our waiter didn't particularly appreciate when we asked what the Valenciana salad consisted of; his answer was obviously 'how do you idiots not know that'. And he didn't pour our wine but did for the neighboring table, a slight my daughter noticed. He did seem to warm up a bit by the end of the meal and we didn't let his gruffness ruin our enjoyment of the excellent food. We had made a last minute reservation and arrived a few minutes before our time and they were accommodating so I will not remove a star for a couple minor issues. If you want great, fresh paella, check this place out!

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Federico L. • 14 reviews

October 29, 2024

10/10

Very good black rice

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Valeria V. • 5 reviews

October 13, 2024

10/10

Perfect service and super quality food. Top

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Gary S. • 1 review

October 17, 2024

6/10

Waiter unfriendly and spoiled entire visit. Would not recommend anyone go here despite good good

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Alejandro T. • 1 review

October 10, 2024

9/10

Food is Great

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Ralph B. • 3 reviews

September 10, 2024

10/10

The waiter

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Victor B. • 1 review

July 11, 2024

10/10

good service

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Johm F. • 1 review

June 15, 2024

5/10

Nothing to rave about. A tourist place. Not recommended.

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La Paella Real • Owner

Gracias por su respuesta, que todavia seguimos sorprendidos con lo de un lugar de turistas, cuando usted vino con 5 turistas , quizas lo no recomendado es gente como usted para tener en cuenta los restaurantes de la zona

João M. • 16 reviews

June 12, 2024

10/10

The experience was overall very positive. The food was good, both the croquettes and the paella. The employees were nice and the service was fast. It takes a bit for the paella to come, but it's worth the wait for the quality. Overall a very nice experience!

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Ronette L. • 13 reviews

May 6, 2024

8.5/10

Their paella is great, although the starters could be better in my opinion

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Michael B. • 1 review

April 1, 2024

8/10

A hiiden gem that our tour guide recommended.

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Federico A. • 102 reviews

February 18, 2024

9.5/10

Historical restaurant near underground stop "Opera", very well connected. The service was fast and friendly. The paella was the best I've tried in Madrid (not the best overall). Final price is a bit expensive, but really not too much considering the location. With the discount the bill is absolutely fine.

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