With the arrival of September, Madrid is in no hurry to part with its summer atmosphere. The city’s gastronomic scene comes alive with renewed energy: new venues open and established favorites present updated menus, giving residents and visitors another chance to extend that holiday feeling. It’s the perfect time to rediscover the flavors of summer and explore the capital’s vibrant culinary projects.
Renowned chef Ramón Freixa introduces his new project, Tradición, on Velázquez street (c/Velázquez), marking a return to his culinary roots. The concept is simple, accessible cuisine that reimagines Catalan traditions. The menu features classic starters such as croquettes and prawn salad, as well as signature chef dishes: cannelloni with three types of roasted meat, foie gras and truffle, or veal fricandó. Special mention goes to the original sea bass Wellington and the ‘Ramón’s Favorites’ section, offering delicacies like Cantabrian lobster and red prawn. For dessert, guests can enjoy a chocolate croissant made from a Dubai recipe.
Le Bistroman Atelier, located on c/Amnistía and led by chef Stéphane del Río and restaurateur Miguel Ángel García Marinelli, welcomes autumn with a series of updates. Chef Maru Ávila has joined the team, and the wine list is now curated by the new sommelier Juan Díaz. The September menu highlights seasonal ingredients: guests can try bouillabaisse with monkfish, zucchini flowers stuffed with smoked eel mousse, and oysters with cucumber granita. The dessert menu features an apple tart with salted almond praline and chocolate soufflé.
To relive memories of a summer holiday in the south, visit Tragabuches on c/José Ortega y Gasset, one of Dani García’s projects in Madrid. Here, every bite is infused with the spirit of Andalucía. The menu features tuna tartare, sea bream in garlic sauce, fried leeks, and pork cheeks. For dessert, there is the signature pistachio Nutella from Granada. The cocktail list gives special attention to sherry wines.
For those seeking peace and privacy after the summer bustle, La Biblioteca restaurant at the Santo Mauro hotel is the perfect choice. Its century-old garden is an oasis in the city center, ideal for dinner or cocktails at sunset. Chef Rafa Peña creates dishes focused on seasonal products. His offerings include mimosa egg with caviar, Donostia-style sea bass, and steamed hake fillet with cava sauce.
In the heart of the Literary Quarter (Barrio de las Letras), on Santa María Street (c/Santa María), you’ll find La Diez, a spot specializing in milanesas—one of the iconic dishes of Argentine cuisine. The meat is sourced from a nature reserve in the Valle de Iruelas. The menu features ten variations of this dish: from the classic with lemon to versions with Italian and Argentine twists, such as the “Napolitana” with burrata and the “Fugazzeta Porteña” with mozzarella and onions.
Fans of Italian cuisine should visit Totó e Peppino. This project by Salvatore Romano offers a taste of Naples. Tradition is honored here: a wood-fired oven and authentic recipes are used. The menu includes classic starters, carbonara pasta, or spaghetti with vongole, but the main highlight is Neapolitan pizza made with slow-fermented dough. Particularly popular are the “Francesca” pizza with ragù and meatballs, and the “Pistachio” pizza with mortadella.
And for those wanting to start autumn with a splash, the Panthera club-restaurant on Miguel Ángel Street (c/Miguel Ángel) offers a “dinner & dance” format. Here, gastronomy meets a club vibe. The menu features creative dishes inspired by global trends: crispy nuggets with caviar or brioche with braised oxtail. This is a new experience for Madrid, already popular in Dubai, Miami, and Ibiza.
