Spain is a country with a very strong coffee culture; it's no wonder, as the coffee here is fantastic! However, don't even think about running in somewhere to grab a quick latte to go. Like many other things in Spain, coffee time is a moment to be slowly savoured and, unlike some of the bigger Spanish cities, the huge Starbucks chain hasn't even made it here yet. It's all for the best too; after all, why be in a rush when you're on holiday anyway? You can pretty much find great coffee for excellent prices at most bars throughout the city.
If you're looking for a little more atmosphere or a great terrace to relax on, why not try some of these popular cafés:
Grand Café
Calle Alfonso I, 25
Café de Levante
Almagro, 4
Café del Mercado
Calle Murallas romanas, 4
Café La Palma
Avenida Goya, 20
Café Argüelles
San Miguel, 25
Praga
Plaza Santa Cruz
