General, Madrid

I read somewhere that Spaniards go to the movies more than people in many other countries. So its not a NON cultural thing to do. And if you want to see Original version movies (including English) you can check this place out. As a cinema its ok, nothing special but serves its purpose. For the Americans, no, butter is not available on the popcorn in Spain. :( Its near Sol and easy to find too. And has a nice facade.

It costs about 5.80 Euros and on non holiday Mondays its 4.30.

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A nice place by day as well as night! It's a groovy little bar tucked down a side street off the main stretch from Puerta del Sol. Interesting paraphernalia adorns the walls, while mojitos and other cocktails (with or without alcohol) - though not the greatest - make a nice escape from the business outside - or a great start to a night out.

As well as the usual bar stock, there are a nice range of infusions and some good hot chocolate here too :)

Dress Code: Be Yourself!!

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This large taberna has a lively mix of people regularly popping by, and the staff are always happy to welcome all who pass through the doors....

A good pitstop for a couple of copas, with complimentary tapas... To drink I recommend trying out the cerveza negra if you want something different or perhaps una jarra de sangria and to eat, the following raciones:

- patatas mixtas (with both bravas and ali-oli salsas) 3,50€ (plenty to share for 3 people)
- ensalada de tomate, queso y manzana 3,00€ (tomato, cheese and apple salad)
- tumaca de salmon 2,50€

If you like football, you will also find here the major matches played - on TV and a large screen, especially Atletico and Real Madrid.... other entertainment here includes table football and American darts, a random mixture of music (anything from ABBA and pop to trance... a rare find in Madrid) and a good fun vibe from the friendly bar staff!!

Dress Code: Be Yourself!!

There are many things to do at night in Madrid, strolling on Puerta del Sol and streets around, watch a play or musical on Gran Via o going to the disco for a dance or a for a drink.

Hay mogollón de cosas que hacer en Madrid por las noches, dar un paseo por los alrededores de la puerta del sol, ver una obra de teatro o un musical en la Gran Vía o ir a bailar y tomar algo en cualquier discoteca.

I went out with friends from Madrid, and this was one of the places they suggested. It is located in a nice mansion, on top is also a restaurant. You have a very nice garden there, you can enjoy your drinks under trees. Inside on ground floor there is a dance floor with a pleasant mix of music, on second floor people just drink and watch :). It has the reputation of being a bit of a posh place. There is a face control, so dress properly. People are going there between 1 and 4 a.m. Age range when I was there was between 25 up to 60 something (sic :)! - in Austria you usually do not see grey haired men looking for a second chance in a bar like this :) - they prefer it calmer here :))

Dress Code: An incredible high number of gents I saw there was wearing either Ralph Lauren, Lacoste or Hilfiger shirts - the ladies the shorter the better ;)

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The Plaza Santa Ana/Huertas area is a great place to have a drink or try some sangria. There are bars up and down the streets of all types suchas Irish pubs, salsa clubs, and lounges.
I found most of the local Spanish people to be very nice.

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There are many different areas in Madrid where to go out, depending on what you are looking for. Just to list a few:
1 Huertas, near the hearth of the city (Metro Sol).
2 Malasania, more alternative and radical (Metro Tribuna)
3 Torre Europa and Avenida Brasil (Metro Santiago Bernabeu)
4 Chueca, gay & lesbian quarter (Metro Chueca)
5 Islas Filipinas or Moncloa, students nightlife
6 Orense, (Metro Nuevos Ministerios)
7 ... sure many others, but these are those I use to go.

Dress Code: Of course, depending on the area, but consider that for many places, shoes are required.

Drinking wine is like drinking water in spanin.......and cheper than a coke.... do you imagin

You will find many diferent kind of wine.......very good one

I love wine then i have a great experince......

You do not drunk so easy since ther sever tapas........ ....... well after going to 5 or more bar you can start felling dease ;-)