Tapa Tapa, Traditional tapas restaurant in La Latina district, Madrid, Spain
Tapa Tapa is a restaurant in central Madrid that offers a wide range of Spanish dishes, from spiced potatoes to cured ham and other traditional recipes. The space features both bar seating for standing guests and regular tables where visitors can order from the full menu.
The establishment follows a Madrid tradition in which small snacks were served complimentary with drinks, a practice that persisted across generations of local taverns. This custom evolved into modern restaurants dedicated to serving specialized menus featuring these small plates as the primary focus.
The establishment takes its name from the Spanish tradition of small plates that form the core of dining here rather than merely accompanying drinks. This aligns with the local Madrid custom of eating multiple small portions as a complete meal rather than ordering single large dishes.
Customers can choose between standing at the bar with lower prices or sitting at regular tables, with both options providing access to the full menu. The restaurant operates on typical Spanish hours, closing during the midday break before reopening for evening service.
The restaurant serves vermut, a specially prepared spiced wine served over ice, made according to a house recipe that differs from other Madrid establishments. This drink is part of the local bar culture and is often enjoyed alongside the small plates.
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