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Taberna Antonio Sánchez - Restaurant in Lavapiés / Embajadores, Madrid
Restaurant

Taberna Antonio Sánchez

Madrid's oldest tavern, untouched since before 1787

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Reviewed by Mes Prestiges Editorial Team Last reviewed June 2026
Lavapiés / Embajadores |
$$ Mid-range for Restaurant
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Tue-Sat 12:00-16:00 & 20:00-00:00, Sun 12:00-16:00 (closed Mon)
| Last reviewed: Jun 2026

Documented as a wine business before February 1787 and Madrid's oldest tavern, with décor intact: gas lamps, the cellar bottle lift and walls painted with old bullfighters, once a gathering place for Baroja, Sorolla and Marañón. It still serves torrijas, rabo de toro and classic taberna fare in rooms thick with history. A living museum of castizo Madrid in the heart of Lavapiés.

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Quick answers about Taberna Antonio Sánchez, reservations, hours, dress code, and price range.

Where is Taberna Antonio Sánchez?
Taberna Antonio Sánchez is located in Lavapiés / Embajadores, Madrid, Calle del Mesón de Paredes 13, 28012 Madrid.
What are the opening hours of Taberna Antonio Sánchez?
Taberna Antonio Sánchez is open Tue-Sat 12:00-16:00 & 20:00-00:00, Sun 12:00-16:00 (closed Mon).
What is Taberna Antonio Sánchez best for?
Taberna Antonio Sánchez is especially popular for Traditional Madrid dishes, Rabo de toro, Wine and history.

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