La Bardemcilla

Description:

• Formerly known as the Café Latino, this warm Chueca locale was renovated a few years back and is now run by the cinematic Bardem family (Javier, sister Mónica, brother Carlos, and mother Pilar). Family photos and scenes from movies bedeck the walls, and tapas and raciones bear names from Bardem films (mostly Javier's). Mingle with the largely cool clientele at the comfortable bar near the entrance and sample a caña and croquetas, or enjoy a more leisurely dinner in the noisy and comfortable restaurant at the back. Solomillo a la luna (sirloin steak) and chuletas de cordero (lamb chops) are recommended main dishes on the carnivore-oriented menu, and there's an interestingly varied wine list.

• © Frommer's 2012

Awards:

Frommer's

•  Recommended 2010