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Come to Casa Labra (Calle de Tetu\u00e1n, 12<\/em>) for the history; stay for the incredible salt cod dishes. This place opened its doors in 1860 and, less than 20 years later, witnessed the founding of Spain’s largest left-wing political party (the PSOE) within its walls.<\/p>\r\n

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Not much has changed at Casa Labra in the 160 years since its founding, and that’s just the way we like it. Most notably, it’s the only bar in Madrid that still features separate ordering areas for food and drink. This used to be quite common back when food suppliers at bars were a separate business entity from the bar itself, but Labra has kept the unique old-school setup for a vintage touch.<\/p>\r\n

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Order up some of their famous salt cod and wash it down with an ice-cold beer\u2014or better yet, vermouth on tap. This slightly bitter, slightly sweet aperitif is the most delicious way to open your appetite for a day of exploring tapas bars in Madrid!<\/p>\r\n

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