The 10 Best Bars In Madrid's Gran Va

The Gran Vía is one of the most vibrant areas in Madrid’s city center, with incredible shopping, great restaurants, and numerous historical sites. The area also has some of the best nightlife; here we explore 10 of the best bars in the Gran Vía.

1. Del Diego

Cocktail Bar, Bar, Nightclub, Spanish, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Pub Grub

Del Diego serves amazing cocktails in a lively, fun venue which is always busy. Those who want to snack whilst they drink can enjoy the concise yet elaborate tapas menu, and accompany their margarita, cosmopolitan or mojito with some typical Spanish food.

2. Copas Rotas

Bar, Spanish

At Copas Rotas choose anything from soft drinks to great beers or sophisticated cocktails. There’s excellent tapas and the central location is makes this bar a great one to start a fun night out in the city.

3. El Museo del Jamón

Bar, Spanish, Pub Grub

As misleading as its name might seem, this is not a museum but an excellent bar which serves delicious cured ham. There are other plentiful menu choices and good value drinks.

4. Eneri Taberna Madrileña

Bar, Restaurant, Spanish, Tapas

A self-declared tavern, this venue has a modern, bright bar area and separate dining rooms. It is a great place to go for a beer, a vermouth – which the Spanish love – or some tapas, such as calamari, croquettes or their delicious meatballs.

5. Sahara

Bar, Restaurant, Spanish

Sahara, a bar-restaurant, serves great African and Middle-Eastern. The quality, quantity and prices of the food are unbeatable. There’s also an excellent selection of drinks and a great atmosphere, with occasional live performers towards the end of the night.