Taste of America El Rastro — Local services in Madrid

My love-hate relationship with this business is fortified by a very unreliable and inconsistent inventory, and the fact on more than one occasion I've schlepped down there during posted business hours to find the lights on but the door locked. When I later asked why this was so, the gentleman behind the counter bit my head off, saying something akin to he doesn't have enough help (a simple "I'm sorry for the inconvenience" would have sufficed). Also, be prepared for a staff with very limited English, so when asking for butterscotch chips or cream of tartar, they won't know what you're talking about. That all being said, when the holidays roll around and I need special ingredients to make Mom's recipes come alive, I couldn't live without this place and would...

The actual nicest woman ever works here. Best spot to get very authentically American items. I was there for cookie dough ( which they have a ton of variety of ) and the woman working there was so kind and helpful. It was also far less expensive than I thought it would be. I had a great selection of very American candies, cereals, and especially box baking items which I very much need....

I love this store and as an American it really reminds me of home. I come all the time for baking supplies and other treats they don’t sell in Spain. However, the door is broken and it’s extremely frustrating to get in or out of the store. I would give 5 stars if they would only...