INTRODUCTION
Though often overshadowed by Barcelona, the Spanish capital is one of Europe's most exciting gay destinations. Explore it using the 60by80 gay guide to Madrid with Club, Queen and King-sized recommendations on what to see and do, and where to eat, shop and go out.
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Poncelet Cheese Bar
Not for the lactose intolerant but look no further in Madrid if you like your queso, fromage and formaggio.
InSitu Restaurante
Fusion shmusion where Chueca meets Malasaña; the food’s great, the crowd’s friendly and the atmosphere’s cosy.
Vi Cool by Sergi Arola
Sergi Arola’s homespun alternative to Michelin greatness in Madrid is all about the burgers, cocas and drinks.
Dassa Barr
Top madrileño restaurant Dassa Bassa’s wallet-friendly wine and tapas bar, with affordable nibbles and wines available by the glass.
Bla, Bla, Bla Madrid
Don’t let bla turn into blurgh by overindulging in Saturday brunch at this chic spot on the edge of Chueca.
Pasqua
Open all day, a welcome retreat for locals in need of TLC and a G&T in this otherwise devoid part of Madrid.
Club Musée
Turning nightlife into an art, those bored of the Chueca scene may appreciate an evening at this wondrous hangout.
Luzi Bombón
The Barcelona-based Grupo Tragaluz is back in the capital with a new place, and they appear to have another insta-hit on their hands.
Nikkei 225
This madrileño Peruvian-Japanese fusion newbie may be named after the Tokyo stock index, but its prices won’t crash your personal portfolio.
