MADRID - CASA TONI
CASA TONI
Casa Toni is a traditional Madrid tapas bar situated at Calle de la Cruz 14, between Puerta del Sol and Plaza de Santa Ana. Established in the 1960s, this family-style tavern has retained the character of an old-fashioned Madrid bar, serving generous portions of traditional Spanish food without unnecessary frills.
At first glance, it doesn’t look like much. However, give it a try. The food is excellent for the price, and there are always plenty of locals, which is usually a good sign. You can find extra seating upstairs.
Casa Toni is especially famous for its oreja a la plancha (grilled pig’s ear) and traditional offal dishes like mollejas (sweetbreads) and riñones (kidneys), zarajos (crispy lamb intestines wrapped around skewers) and entresijos (fried lamb mesentery, the fatty membrane that supports the intestines, fried until golden and crispy; a traditional Madrid speciality). Sweetbreads are sometimes mistaken for testicles, but they are actually the thymus or pancreas glands of calves or lambs. Portions are generous, so bear that in mind when ordering.
We had the riñones (kidneys).
Berenjenas de la casa (fried aubergine with honey).
Boquerones fritos (deep-fried anchovies).
Boquerones en vinagre (anchovies marinated in vinegar with garlic and parsley).
Champioñes a la plancha (garlic mushrooms).
Chopitos (deep-fried baby squid).
Chorizo frito (fried chorizo sausage).
Pimientos de Padrón (Padrón peppers, sea salt).
We started with a few cañas before moving on to wine, beginning with a glass of Rueda Verdejo.
Followed by 12 Lunas from Somontano.
Friendly waiters and a lively, authentic Spanish atmosphere make Casa Toni a must-visit for anyone who enjoys traditional tapas.
Most of the staff support Atlético Madrid, and directly opposite the bar is a plaque marking where the football club was founded in 1903.
With its lively atmosphere, straightforward cooking, and reasonable prices, Casa Toni remains a great example of a traditional Madrid tapas bar.
CASA TONI Calle de la Cruz 14, 28012, Madrid +34 915 322 580
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