Restaurante La Giralda - Tu Rincón de Andalucía en Madrid - — Restaurant in Madrid

I stumbled upon this restaurant by chance while walking through the area, feeling quite hungry. Although I didn’t have a reservation, the staff welcomed me warmly and promptly found a table for me, which I truly appreciated. From the moment I arrived, the atmosphere was inviting and full of positive energy.

The ambiance was exceptional—perfect for families, with children, parents, and grandparents all enjoying Easter Friday together. It was heartwarming to witness several families gathered for what appeared to be meaningful reunions, which added to the overall warmth and charm of the experience.

The service was outstanding. Every staff member I encountered was professional, attentive, and genuinely friendly. As for the food—it exceeded all expectations. Every dish was flavorful, beautifully presented, and clearly made with care. I found myself savoring each bite and appreciating the quality and creativity in every aspect of the menu.

This experience left such a great impression that I’m already planning to return with my own family for Easter Sunday. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for excellent food, exceptional service, and a welcoming environment. Without hesitation, a true hidden gem! I...

We went to several restaurants during our stay in Madrid that were either Michelin or considered best in class. I found this restaurant near El Retiro and our hotel, and it ended up being the best Spanish food that we remembered during our time in the city. We especially loved ordering 1/2 portions of each croquetas (1/2 portion of 2 dishes = 1 was plenty for 2 people to share + 2 mains - garlic clams and langostinos). On Sunday after noon, it looked like the restaurant filled on both sides with local families (2-3 generations) coming after church or for lunch. Many of the waiters were familiar with the families, and they looked like they had been working there throughout their careers - which made the experience very special. We would definitely recommend this restaurant for an authentic Spanish / Andalusian...

We had stayed out a little too late walking in El Retiro and we needed to get something to eat. It was 10pm and we had a 3 year-old with us, who was tired and hungry. We showed up at La Giralda, were given a table outside immediately (it was August 2020 and Madrid was empty of tourists and locals). Drinks and food arrived exceptionally quickly. We had croquetas de langostino, merluza a la romana, esalada la giralda and rabo de toro. Food was totally up to scratch, service was fast and polite, restaurant was clean and all the COVID-19 precautions were taken. Very happy. Not to mention that the location...