Ocafú, Galician tavern in Velázquez Street, Madrid, Spain
Ocafú is a Galician restaurant on Velazquez Street focusing on seafood and regional dishes. The menu features octopus, shrimp, and clams prepared in traditional ways, with additional locations throughout the city.
The establishment arose as part of a movement to bring regional Spanish cuisines to Madrid. This growth reflected increasing interest in showcasing Galician food culture beyond its home region.
The place honors Galician cooking traditions through how dishes like empanada de bonito and seafood stews are prepared. These methods reflect regional techniques that have been passed down through generations in the northwestern region.
The restaurant opens daily from noon to midnight and maintains moderate pricing for its dishes. Additional locations are spread across Madrid, making it accessible from different parts of the city.
Most ingredients are sourced directly from producers in Galicia, including specialty wines and fresh seafood from the northern coast. This direct connection to the source region is evident in every dish.
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