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Reviews - Taberna Rayuela (Madrid)

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9.1/10

Excellent
963 reviews
Ambience
9.0
Food
9.1
Service
9.3
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  • Kristin B.5 months ago

    9.0

    We loved the quaintness and ambiance of this restaurant. Some have commented on the rudeness of the staff but we found them nothing but attentive and friendly and willing to be patient with English speakers. We only ate from the tapas menu but enjoyed everything we had. We would return again for sure.

    Taberna Rayuela (Madrid)

    Thank you very much, Kristin!

  • Jerry T.1 year ago

    10

    During our stay in Madrid we wanted to visit a less busy a neighborhood and were fortunate to find Taberna Rayuela. This restaurant is delightful with amazing food and a very welcoming environment and staff. Nothing pretentious about this lovely spot and we recommend it highly. We will be back next time we visit Madrid.

    Taberna Rayuela (Madrid)

    Thank you very much for your kind words, Jerry!

  • Genevieve S.1 year ago

    10

    “My grandmother’s meatballs” (“albóndigas de la abuela”) were exquisite..

    Taberna Rayuela (Madrid)

    Thank you very much, Genievieve. My grandmother would love to know your opinion on her recipe. Best regards!

  • Geoffrey C.1 year ago

    7.5

    Reviews of Taberna Rayuela tempted us and they were right. Close to the centre but somewhat off the normal tourist beat. Very good, carefully-prepared food. And a relaxed, ordinary ambience that felt comfortable. The friendly service helped. But shining through the admirable ordinariness was a skilful kitchen. We went twice, each time sharing the mixed cured meats and cheese starter which was lovely with a glass of white wine. And then fish - the bacalao was excellent. Recommended.

    Taberna Rayuela (Madrid)

    Estimado Geoffrey. Muchas gracias por tu amable y detallado comentario. Nos alegra saber que tu experiencia con nosotros ha sido tan agradable como para repetir. Seguiremos trabajando para conseguir que, en tu próxima visita, nos concedas la máxima puntuación. 😉 ¡Un saludo y gracias de nuevo!

  • Juliana G.2 years ago

    10

    Attractive welcoming atmosphere. Owners friendly, efficient and accommodating. Tapas plates delicious; varied dishes. Quiet, peaceful atmosphere.

    Taberna Rayuela (Madrid)

    Thank you very much for your kind review, Juliana. Greetings!

  • Shawn H.2 years ago

    9.5

    We really enjoyed this place. Great Spanish food and really friendly and helpful staff. A great little find. I'd recommend to anyone looking for a great selection of tapas.

    Taberna Rayuela (Madrid)

    Thank you very much, Shawn!

  • Kathryn M.more than 2 years

    10

    Rustic eatery - we were a party of eight so we had pre booked - super experience with lots of sharing dishes - beef cheek was divine - worth it for a reasonably priced night out

    Taberna Rayuela (Madrid)

    Thank you very much, Kathryn!

  • Philippe D.more than 2 years

    6.0

    Juste suffisant but unfortunately not an unforgetable expérience. We can recommande for à daily menu but not for thé Sylvester night. Bit expansive.

    Taberna Rayuela (Madrid)

    Estimado Philippe: Lamentamos que, según tus propias palabras, la experiencia no te haya parecido “inolvidable”. Y gracias por recomendarnos para el "menú diario". Pero no podemos coincidir contigo en tu apreciación de que nuestro menú es caro: Ojo a los datos: cóctel de bienvenida, entrante, tres platos, postre, dulces, uvas, toda la bebida incluida, cava y cotillón por 85€. Cuando reservaste con nosotros (con 15 días de antelación, por cierto), ya sabías el precio. Imaginamos que compararías con otros restaurantes y nos elegirías en base a la oferta gastronómica y al precio del menú. Por tanto, no entendemos tu malestar. De cualquier modo, gracias por pasar la Nochevieja con nosotros. ¡Feliz 2023!

  • Jur V.more than 2 years

    10

    Great restaurant with Spanish dishes. The staff was very friendly and helpful I can recommend this restaurant to everyone who likes Spanish food.

    Taberna Rayuela (Madrid)

    Thank you very much for your nice feedback, Jur!

  • Frank S.more than 2 years

    8.5

    Very nice place near Segovia bridge. Very Kind service en good food, the chef comes to ask if everything is going well. We had a menu and took dessert home because we were full.

    Taberna Rayuela (Madrid)

    Thank you very much, Frank!

  • MARCO L.
    MARCO L.more than 2 years

    10

    The host was very gentle. The atmophere is fantastic. IMHO, the best tortilla eaten in Madrid. P.s. Tomatoes were of his garden! Delicious

    Taberna Rayuela (Madrid)

    Thank you very much, Marco!

  • Michaela A.more than 2 years

    10

    We had a great stay! The servece was very friendly and the food delicious.

  • PHILLIP C.more than 2 years

    9.5

    Very nice resto with an excellent chef.

  • Andrew U.more than 2 years

    9.5

    Great staff, good menu and wine list. Very friendly, some great recommendations on both food and wine. Excellent evening.

  • - -.more than 2 years

    9.5

    Food is tasty and flavorful. Servers are friendly and speaks English.

  • - -.more than 2 years

    2.0

    The food was really disappointing. Croquettes were cold when they arrived. Ordered beef cheek on recommendation of the waiter and it was greasy, fatty and didn’t have much flavour. Overall very disappointing

  • - -.more than 2 years

    10

    Attentive service, food beautifully presented and prepared. Would love to return.

  • - -.more than 2 years

    8.0

    Good food and friendly service, internationalized menu looks nice for local but for travelers (we expect more local food).

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