Bar El Pescador
Bar El Pescador
Bar El Pescador is a traditional bar on Ronda de Toledo, opposite the Puerta de Toledo and close to the Rastro, founded in 1892 by Domingo Mollejo and run for decades by the Benito family. It's a calamares-and-caña kind of place, with traditional Spanish cooking, a terrace and long hours from 07:00 until late.
Background
About Bar El Pescador
The Story
Bar El Pescador was founded in 1892 by Domingo Mollejo on Ronda de Toledo, facing the Puerta de Toledo, and has long been run by the Benito family. Photos from 1955 and 1970 show it as a fixture of the glorieta.
The Cuisine
Traditional Spanish bar cooking, with the calamares, including the bocadillo de calamares, as the house calling card.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Bar El Pescador Ratings & Reviews
Diner Ratings
TripAdvisor
3.5
28 reviews
3.4
763
Bar El Pescador ranks #726 of 1001 rated restaurants in Madrid. Diners rate it 3.5/5 on TripAdvisor (28 reviews).
Reservations
How to Book Bar El Pescador
Booking
Reservations by phone at +34913655218.
Experience
Bar El Pescador Dining Experience
A casual, old-school bar with a terrace, open from breakfast to the small hours.
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Bar El Pescador Location & Neighbourhood
Address
Ronda de Toledo, 2, 28005 Madrid, Spain
Get directions→Getting There
Ronda de Toledo 2, facing the Puerta de Toledo in the Acacias area of Arganzuela, a short walk from the Rastro.
Nearby
Acacias is a dense, mostly residential barrio in Arganzuela, wedged between La Latina and the Manzanares along Ronda de Toledo. The eating is local and unpretentious, geared toward the neighbourhood rather than visitors.
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Details
Bar El Pescador Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
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| Monday | 07:00–01:00 |
| Tuesday | 07:00–01:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:00–01:00 |
| Thursday | 07:00–01:00 |
| Friday | 07:00–01:00 |
| Saturday | 07:00–01:00 |
| Sunday | 07:00–01:00 |
Bar El Pescador hours verified 2026-08-10. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
Contact
By phone
Good to Know
Questions
Bar El Pescador FAQ
What kind of food does Bar El Pescador serve?
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Traditional Spanish cooking, under €25 a person. The full menu is published as a PDF on the bar's own site, with a separate allergens sheet.
Where is Bar El Pescador?
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On Ronda de Toledo in Acacias, in the south of central Madrid, about 1,100 metres south of Plaza Mayor.
Does Bar El Pescador have a terrace?
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Yes, along with a wheelchair accessible entrance and paid parking nearby.
What time does Bar El Pescador open?
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Early. From 07:00 on most days and 07:15 on Saturday and Sunday, running through to 23:30. The Thursday hours are incomplete, so check that day before going.
How much does it cost to eat at Bar El Pescador?
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Under €25 per person. Its own menu lists a bocadillo de calamares at €5 and raciones like pulpo a la gallega at €19 or patatas bravas at €6.50.
Is Bar El Pescador a historic Madrid bar?
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Yes. It was founded in 1892 and is recognised as a Comercio Centenario by Madrid's city council and as an Establecimiento Centenario by the Comunidad de Madrid.
Is there parking near Bar El Pescador?
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Paid parking is available nearby.
Is there an allergens list for Bar El Pescador's menu?
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Yes, a separate allergens sheet is published alongside the menu PDF on the bar's own site.
How old is Bar El Pescador?
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It was founded in 1892 by Domingo Mollejo and is run by the Benito family.