Restaurants

Josefita Bar

4.5 498 reviews Closed C. de Valverde, 42, Centro, 28004 Madrid, Spain

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At Josefita Bar, located in the vibrant Centro of Madrid, a casual yet trendy atmosphere invites guests to enjoy a delightful culinary experience. Famed for its innovative small plates and impressive cocktail selection, this restaurant is ideal for both solo diners and groups. The standout dish, a celebrated leek creation, showcases the kitchen's commitment to healthy and delicious options. Josefita Bar blends excellent service with a cozy ambiance that feels like an oasis amidst the city's hustle and bustle. Whether you're seeking a laid-back lunch or a lively dinner with drinks, Josefita Bar promises a memorable taste of Madrid's dynamic food scene.

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Amenities & More

Service options

Takeout
Dine-in
Delivery

Highlights

Great cocktails
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great wine list

Popular for

Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining

Dining options

Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Table service

Amenities

Bar onsite
Restroom

Atmosphere

Casual
Cozy
Quiet
Trendy

Crowd

Groups

Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Josefita Bar before visiting.

Reviews for Josefita Bar

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498 reviews

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Review highlights

Based on 498 reviews

Josefita Bar in Madrid's Centro district is widely praised for its authentic tapas, generous portions, and flavorful dishes such as croquettes, calamari, and unique offerings like leek and artichoke preparations. Reviewers consistently highlight the friendly and attentive staff, contributing to a welcoming and pleasant dining atmosphere. The interior is noted for being clean, spacious, and nicely decorated, enhancing the overall experience. Guests appreciate the variety on the menu and the combination of great taste with good value, making it a recommended spot for both locals and visitors seeking an authentic Spanish bar experience.

Christina Schwager

Apr 27, 2025

Get the Leek Dish - It‘s amazing!

Paul McGuinness

Apr 23, 2025

We had a great experience in this local bar with excellent food and friendly service from the staff. Very clean and nicely decorated with spacious interior and great atmosphere. The menu has lots of great options and the tastes were some of the best tapas we have tried in Malasaña. Highly recommended for an authentic experience with good value.

Shay Westlake

Apr 18, 2025

Lovely staff and food was delicous

Felicia Otto

Apr 05, 2025

Absolutely delicious food! The staff is also very friendly. I would definitely recommend if you’re in Madrid! Try the calamari, potatoes, gildo and croquette

Elodie Turpin

Mar 25, 2025

My friend recommended this place and she was right, the food was delicious! We ordered croquetas, the Josefito brioche, the artichoke, and patatas. Loved everything but the brioche and artichoke were a hit. Coming from Lisbon where the portions are usually smalls, in Spain I feel the portions are way bigger and we so ended up having too much. The waitress taking care of us was super friendly.

Erik Porter

Mar 15, 2025

Really nice food and great service. In all the craziness of Madrid Pride this place felt like an oasis and provided for a great lunch for 9 hungry guys. Looking forward to returning next year.

Alan Nirenberg

Mar 09, 2025

Our waitress was great. Her English was much better than our broken Spanish. We also had a great meal here.

Xinyi Wu

Jan 15, 2025

My new favorite restaurant in town. Friendly staff, really yummy food, and I even liked the music they played!