Gran Café Gijón
3.5· 7,329 Google reviews, Café, , , 21 Paseo de Recoletos, Madrid, Spain
67 out of 100, Work score
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About
Gran Café Gijón is a longstanding Madrid café and restaurant on Paseo de Recoletos, filled with illustrations and poems from its famous clientele. Founded in 1888, it occupies an original building with indoor seating and an outdoor terrace, rich in history and art on the walls. The café serves traditional Spanish dishes and tapas alongside drinks and alcohol. Service is notably attentive, though reviewers report mixed experiences with food quality and occasional delays.
Visitors mention the café is popular with local business people for late lunches. Several reviewers highlight the historical significance and the experience of sitting where notable patrons once gathered.
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- Takeaway
- Yes
Hours and location
- Monday9:00 AM – 1:00 AM
- Tuesday9:00 AM – 1:00 AM
- Wednesday9:00 AM – 1:00 AM
- Thursday9:00 AM – 2:00 AM
- Friday9:00 AM – 2:00 AM
- Saturday9:00 AM – 2:00 AM
- Sunday9:00 AM – 1:00 AM
- Address
- P.º de Recoletos, 21, Centro, 28004 Madrid, Spain
- Who can use it
- Phone
- +34 915 22 37 37
- Website
- cappuccinograndcafe.es
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