There are a few places our friends have taken us, off the beaten path so to speak, but if you want to try cocido (Tuesday is the big day), then I'd head to one of the Taberna de la Daniela's restaurants. Cocido is one of their specialties. The one at Plaza de Jusús, next to Cervantes is one of my favorite stops, but I also like the atmosphere of the one in the Salamanca district.

Everyone at the table usually eats cocido because of the way it's served, but they are known to make an exception, if asked.

There is also another Daniela's branch at Calle Cuchilleros, close to the Plaza Mayor.

I just noticed that Maribel lists La Bola in the "very touristy" category.

Question: If Tuesday is cocido day, does that mean that Casa Lucio might offer cocido as the daily "plato de puchero" on Tuesday?


The only problem with the cocido idea is that if I have that for lunch, I wonder if I will have any room for dinner!

http://www.ellaboratoriogastronomico...eno-en-madrid/

Looking forward to a trip report/restaurant reviews on your return. We go in May and the choices look overwhelming. Have fun!

You'll have to settle to tapas in the evening! And that after a good walk.

Ok--will surely report back...I am very grateful for all of the good advice I received here, despite my endless questions!

Here is the report resulting from this thread:



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