Set on a narrow historic street whose edges once marked the perimeter of Old Madrid, this is a venerable tasca, with all the requisite antique accessories.

Opened in 1974 this restaurant held by very famous Lucio, is one of the references for the Castilian cuisine.

The classic Castilian menu might include Jabugo ham with broad beans, shrimp in garlic sauce, hake with green sauce, several types of roasted lamb, and a thick steak served sizzling hot on a heated platter, called churrasco de la casa.

The Spanish Royal family sometimes entertain guests here and you may run into a few sports figures and movie stars.