Churrería Madrid 1883
Churrería Madrid 1883
Churrería Madrid 1883 is a traditional churrería in the heart of Malasaña, open since 1883 and run by the same family of churreros across four generations. The draw is simple: crisp churros and porras bathed in thick chocolate, in a classic little cafetín with wifi. It opens early and closes by early afternoon.
Background
About Churrería Madrid 1883
The Story
Churrería Madrid 1883 has been in the heart of Malasaña, once the barrio Maravillas, since 1883, and the venue says it's the oldest churrería in the capital. Four generations of churrero families have run it, and today it's in the hands of Mario Mendoza Manzano and his sister, who inherited the recipes.
The Cuisine
The offer is the classic Madrid one: crisp churros and porras bathed in thick chocolate, served in a cosy, modern little cafetín with wifi.
Highlights
What Diners Say
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Churrería Madrid 1883 Ratings & Reviews
Diner Ratings
4.5
1428
TripAdvisor
4.3
83 reviews
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Experience
Churrería Madrid 1883 Dining Experience
It's a classic little cafetín in the middle of Malasaña, all about churros and porras dunked in chocolate. Four generations of the same family have run it, and the young Mendoza siblings are at the helm now.
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Churrería Madrid 1883 Location & Neighbourhood
Address
Calle Espiritu Santo 8, 28004 Madrid, Spain
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Churrería Madrid 1883 is on Calle del Espíritu Santo, 8, in the Universidad quarter of Madrid's Centro district, in the heart of Malasaña.
Nearby
Universidad is the student-facing edge of the centre, young and busy and cheap in places, ambitious in others. The eating shifts block by block, from taverns pouring vermut to kitchens doing genuinely contemporary cooking. It runs into Malasaña and Gran Vía, and the mood changes with it.
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Churrería Madrid 1883 Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 06:30–13:00 |
| Tuesday | 06:30–13:00 |
| Wednesday | 06:30–13:00 |
| Thursday | 06:30–13:00 |
| Friday | 06:30–13:00 |
| Saturday | 06:30–13:00 |
| Sunday | 06:30–13:00 |
Churrería Madrid 1883 hours verified 2026-08-10. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
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Churrería Madrid 1883 FAQ
How old is Churrería Madrid 1883?
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It has been open since 1883, according to its own site, in the heart of Malasaña. The venue says it's the oldest churrería in the capital, run by four generations of the same family.
What does Churrería Madrid 1883 serve?
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Traditional churros and porras bathed in thick chocolate, in a classic little cafetín. It's a churrería in Malasaña.
Where is Churrería Madrid 1883?
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On Calle del Espíritu Santo, 8, in the Universidad quarter of the Centro district, in the heart of Malasaña.
When is Churrería Madrid 1883 open?
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Every day from 06:30 to 13:00; it's a breakfast spot.
What churros does Churrería Madrid 1883 make?
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The classic Madrid loop churros (lazo), long churros de tira also called tejeringos, and porras, all for dipping in thick hot chocolate.
Who runs Churrería Madrid 1883 today?
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Mario Mendoza Manzano and his sister, who inherited the family's recipes across four generations.
Does Churrería Madrid 1883 have wifi?
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Yes, the cafetín has free wifi.
Does Churrería Madrid 1883 accept card payment?
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Yes, cards and contactless are accepted.
Does Churrería Madrid 1883 have other locations?
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Yes. Besides the original on Calle del Espíritu Santo, there's one on Paseo de las Delicias 44 and one in the Oasiz shopping centre in Torrejón de Ardoz.