On behalf of Madrid – a friendly place with history and great architecture and notably, delectable food galore! In case you are new to the city or just want to find the most delicious food: Reddit is your friend. In this first piece of a series let me explain how you can use Reddit to find the best restaurants in Madrid which locals frequent. Let’s dive in!

What is Reddit?

It is an open and easily accessible website where users can find the main list of forums and read numerous materials, often divided into categories on smaller communities called subreddits. As you can see these subreddits range from technology and news to hobbies and…you guessed it…food! In Madrid there exists a highly active community of people who discuss and recommend the best eating places.

Finding the Right Subreddits

The first important strategy of using Reddit for restaurant recommendations is therefore identifying the right reddits. For Madrid restaurants, two subreddits stand out:

• r/Madrid

• r/MadridFood

restaurants are just a small part of the general subreddit dedicated to Madrid known as r/Madrid. In contrast, r/MadridFood is solely to do with food and is therefore a good place for recommendations.

Considering the restaurants.

After identifying the relevant subreddits, it becomes easy to follow the restaurant recommendations made by the locals and otherReddit users with a passion for food. Here are a few tips to make the most out of these subreddits:

1. Use the Search Function

Reddit also has a search bar where you can search for any keyword you’re looking for. Use this feature to search for such things as ‘Top eateries’ ‘Local joints’ or any other specialty of food you would like to be taken to. Thus, the restaurant suggestion threads can be searched depending in the specific location and other criteria that was mentioned in the main query.

2. Read Reviews and Discussions

In the subreddits you can view sections where users share their restaurant preferences or try to find a good place to eat in certain districts of Madrid. Sometimes these discussions offer great advice or a first-hand account so make sure to read through them a little. It also helps you determine the general impressions of the proposed restaurants for gauging their reputation and quality.

3. Each of these platforms should be activated and used to ask for personally customized recommendations.

Reddit is quite an interactive site so do not shy off from interacting with the community. If you need something for a specific job, activity, or event, create a post or a comment about your ideal needs. The members as a rule are polite and agreeable to provide assistance.

The Best Restaurants in Madrid – A List of the Most Recommended Restaurants as Gathered Through Reddit

Restaurant

Cuisine

Location

La Bodega de los Secretos

Spanish

Madrid City Center

TABERNA DE MADRID

Spanish

Centro

Takos al Pastor

Mexican

Malasaña

Casa Dani

Spanish

Gran Via

Bodega de la Ardosa

Spanish

Malasaña

Here are a few compiled recommendations from Reddit that you might want to check out during your visit to Madrid:

• La Bodega de los Secretos – This restaurant is not only founded relatively recently but still has a full Spanish flavor and is situated in Madrid. But make sure to try their tapas They are known for that!
• TABERNA DE MADRID – Great Spanish restaurant in the city center offering typical Spanish cuisine and home like decorations.
• Takos al Pastor – If you ever wished Mexican was closer, you can now have it delivered by Takos al Pastor. Go to Malasaña neighborhood and enjoy tasty taco and other Mexican specialties in this overcrowded restaurant.
• Casa Dani – La Casa Dani en Gran Via puede que te guste si te apetesce Claḡico español. Food that is cooked to sustain traditional value in both taste and hospitable environment .
• The Bodega de la Ardosa – Malasaña is one of the famous Madrid bar where people can enjoy delicious Spanish tapas and a varieties of drinks.

As you can see, there are only several kinds of food that I have included in this guide, but there are lots of great restaurants in Madrid that are still waiting for you. Reddit can be particularly useful when you need inspiration to find new tastes or get an advice from a local foodie. Therefore, start exploring, interacting with the community, and have a good food-trip in Madrid!