Estado Puro, Spanish tapas restaurant in Plaza de Cánovas del Castillo, Madrid, Spain
Estado Puro is a restaurant in Plaza de Cánovas del Castillo serving Spanish tapas, croquettes, and regional cheeses in a contemporary dining room. It features both indoor seating and a terrace overlooking the area near the Prado Museum.
The restaurant was established as part of NH Hoteles group and represents a shift in Madrid's dining landscape toward modern interpretations of Spanish cooking. It demonstrates how classic recipes are adapted with contemporary techniques.
The restaurant showcases Spanish food traditions through hand-sliced Iberico ham and regional cheeses like Idiazabal, reflecting how tapas culture connects different Spanish regions through shared ingredients and preparation methods.
The restaurant opens at midday and offers both indoor and outdoor seating on the terrace depending on preference. It helps to check availability in advance, especially during peak times near the museum area.
The chef creates unexpected dishes such as white chocolate soup and caramelized pineapple with coconut ice cream and lime zest. These surprising sweet and savory combinations demonstrate an experimental take on tapas that goes beyond standard offerings.
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