Chocolatería San Ginés has served chocolate and churros since 1894 in a passage in central Madrid, near Sol. It is an easy food stop to combine with a walk around Plaza Mayor. You come here to order something, rather than to visit a museum: allow time to order and find a seat. Marble tables and the tiled counter contribute to the character of the place.
Highlights
The chocolate
Take time to taste the chocolate served with the fried pastries. Choose your order according to your appetite and the size of your group, rather than automatically adding a portion after a large meal.
The churros
Chocolate with churros is the main reason for this stop. If you would like to compare them with porras, ask what is available and exactly what a portion contains before ordering.
The San Ginés passage
Look around the pedestrian setting before continuing through the historic centre. The location makes it easy to pause between Sol and Plaza Mayor without adding a metro journey.
Practical info
Tips
There is no sightseeing ticket; you pay for food and drinks at the displayed prices. Check the menu on site, as franchise prices and products are not necessarily those of the historic café. If you have allergies, ask about ingredients and preparation before ordering. For more sweet stops, see churros, pastries and ice cream in Madrid.
How to get there
Pasadizo de San Ginés, 5, 28013 Madrid. Sol metro station, lines 1, 2 and 3, or Ópera, lines 2 and 5 and the Ramal shuttle. Continue to the passage on foot.
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