Postigo de San Martín 5 · Callao · Madrid

Restaurant in Callao: Alicante-style rice steps from Gran Vía


4.9 on Google · over 9,000 reviews
Alicante-style rice and Madrid cooking · Every day from 12:00 to 24:00
4.9 ★ on GoogleOver 9,000 reviews
Callao metro2 minutes' walk (L3 and L5)
Every dayFrom 12:00 to 24:00
Terrace and two dining roomsOn a pedestrian street in the centre

Right in the centre, steps from Gran Vía and Sol

Finding a good restaurant in Callao shouldn’t be a lottery of tourist spots. At La Taberna de Peñalver, on Calle del Postigo de San Martín 5, we serve produce-led cooking two minutes from Plaza del Callao and Gran Vía.

Our speciality is Alicante-style rice dishes, alongside the classic Madrid dishes. À la carte only, no set menus. And with a terrace on a pedestrian street, so you can enjoy a relaxed meal right in the city centre.

Fachada y terraza de la Taberna de Peñalver en Callao, junto a Gran Vía
Arroz con bogavante de la Taberna de Peñalver en Callao

Alicante-style rice in the centre of Madrid

A perfectly cooked sofrito, a stock with real depth and that socarrat (the crispy bottom) that turns a decent rice into one you’ll remember. Some of the most popular in Callao:

  • Arroz SeñoretPrawns, squid, mussels, baby squid and monkfish€28.50
  • Black RiceSquid, monkfish, baby squid and squid ink€23
  • Seafood RicePrawns, squid, monkfish and baby squid€28.50
  • Rice with Carabinero PrawnsFor special occasions€29.50
  • Rice with LobsterThe house’s big treat€30
  • Fideuá SeñoretKing prawn, squid, baby squid, mussels and monkfish€28.50

Price per person · minimum two people · VAT included. See all our rice dishes on the Callao menu.

Starters in Callao

Zamburiñas al ajillo en la Taberna de Peñalver Callao

Garlic queen scallops

Fresh off the griddle, with garlic and parsley. €18

Jamón de bellota 100% ibérico cortado a cuchillo

100% acorn-fed Iberian ham

Thinly sliced, to start your meal the way it deserves. €30

Croquetas de jamón ibérico de La Taberna de Peñalver

Iberian ham croquettes

Five pieces, truly creamy. €16

And the Madrid classics: torreznos from Soria (crispy pork belly) (€16), fried eggs with Iberian ham (€23) or oxtail stew with sweet potato and apple cream (€27). See the full selection on the Callao menu.

4.9 on Google with over 9,000 reviews

Over 9,000 Google reviews, from locals and visitors from all over the world.

“The most delicious paella and octopus omelette I've ever had” (translated from Spanish)

Featured review · Google review

«This was by far the best restaurant of our entire stay!»

Kim S. · Google review

«The seafood paella was absolutely delicious – full of flavour and cooked to perfection.»

Linda C. · Google review

Before the musical or after a stroll along Gran Vía

Our restaurant in Callao has two dining rooms and a terrace, so it’s the perfect place to eat before a Gran Vía musical, have dinner after shopping on Calle Preciados or celebrate with friends.

Coming as a group? Take a look at our groups and eventsoptions. And if you prefer the tapas atmosphere of La Latina, you’ll also find us on Cava Baja.

Salón inferior de la Taberna de Peñalver en Callao
Terraza de la Taberna de Peñalver en la calle Postigo de San Martín, Callao

How to get to our restaurant in Callao

  • Address: Calle del Postigo de San Martín, 5 · 28013 Madrid · see on Google Maps
  • Metro: Callao (lines 3 and 5), 2 minutes away; Sol, about 6 minutes on foot
  • Opening hours: every day from 12:00 to 24:00
  • Phone: 644 06 57 81

One restaurant, three Madrid neighbourhoods

La Latina

Calle de la Cava Baja, 36

Salamanca district

Calle del Conde de Peñalver, 90

Callao

Calle del Postigo de San Martín, 5

Frequently asked questions

Our Callao restaurant is at Calle del Postigo de San Martín, 5 (28013 Madrid), two minutes from Callao metro station and Gran Vía. See on Google Maps.

Yes, we have a terrace on a pedestrian street, as well as two indoor dining rooms.

We’re open every day of the week, from 12:00 to 24:00.

No. We only serve à la carte, to look after the produce.

Yes, and we recommend it, especially before and after the musicals. You can book online or call 644 06 57 81.

Yes. Group bookings require a €10 deposit per guest to confirm the table. More information on our groups and events.

Book a table at our restaurant in Callao

Alicante-style rice and produce-led cooking steps from Gran Vía. We'll be waiting for you at Postigo de San Martín 5.