Federal Café, Modern restaurant and café in Universidad district, Madrid, Spain
Federal Café is a restaurant and café featuring glass walls and wooden furniture spread across two floors, filled with natural daylight from morning to evening. The space is designed to feel open and bright, combining dining areas with spaces where people can work.
The business started as a single location in Barcelona and moved to Madrid in 2014, becoming the beginning of its growth across Spain. This expansion marked the moment when it started reaching customers beyond its home city.
The place brings Australian breakfast traditions into the local dining scene, offering dishes like avocado toast and eggs benedict mixed with Spanish offerings. You can see how this international influence has become part of the neighborhood's food culture.
The place welcomes people from Monday to Saturday starting at 9:00 in the morning, staying open until midnight with extended hours on Saturday nights. Sundays are available for a shorter period, making it suitable for an afternoon visit.
The place has separate zones for people working on laptops and those coming to eat, letting both work and social time happen in the same space. This separation helps everyone feel comfortable whether they are there to focus or to chat.
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