Opened in the spring of 2019, La Cayetana Bistó Andalú takes us back to simpler times (and menus). The bar is cosy, with comfy low tables in the main dining area and a few more seats in front of the bar. Owner and chef Luis Valpuesta has elevated Andalusian classics with close attention to quality and presentation. I’ve known Luis since he started with Petit Comité many years ago, and so I knew the first time I visited that the service would be impeccable. There seems to be a bit of a trend away from the whole “gastrobar” scene, with new places embracing the traditional but then taking things up a few notches without losing the integrity of the dishes. It’s a trend I welcome wholeheartedly.

The menu  is basically divided into cold dishes, hot dishes (including fab fritos) and a selection of top notch charcuterie and conserves. The “matrimonio” here is my favourite in the city, a boquerón and anchoa with alboronia and light alioli on toasted tramezzini is next level deliciousness. Also try their famous made-to-order tortilla de patatas, and the whole fried squid. Check the daily specials and if they happen to have boquerones al limón, do not hesitate. So crispy light and flavourful. And save room for dessert – the cheese cake is excellent. There’s a very good wine list with plenty of options by the glass. Reservations recommended.

Bread/Service Charge: 1.60€ PER PERSON

Javier Lasso de la Vega 9
Tel 955 92 50 98
Open 13.30 – 16.00 / 20.00 – 23.30 Monday – Saturday
€ € € €

Food 9 | Wine 8 | Service 8 | Ambiance 9

ensaladilla with galera mayo and plump prawns

toasted almonds and warm crusty bread

Luís making marinated potatoes

marinated potatoes

yellow cherry tom salmorejo with smoked sardine, avocado and mango

cod liver on toast with confit tomato

cecina – air cured beef

award-winning Olavidia cheese by Quesos y Besos

matrimonio: anchoa & boquerón on tramezzini bread with alboronia and light alioli

beef tartare on toast

jamón croquetas

made to order tortilla de patatas

boquerones al limón

boquerones al ajillo

tuna escabeche

payoyo cheese buñuelos with Ibérico oloroso sauce

gambas al ajillo

clams in Tío Pepe sherry sauce

whole fried squid

pork & beef meatballs

carne con tomate

san jacobo with presa Ibérica, jamón Ibérico and payoyo cheese

solomillo al whisky

lamb skewer with potatoes and grilled peppers

grilled presa Ibérica with padrón peppers and chips

pluma Ibérica al la brasa

cheese cake

owner Luis Valpuesta

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Updated March 2026

Mamá Bistro is part of Grupo GMI (Gusto Made in Italy), a local family-run venture that I think serves some of the best Italian food in town. This is a slightly different concept, a restaurant offering stylish Mediterranean cuisine along with some classic Spanish dishes. It’s a great addition to Mateos Gago street, which over the years has become saturated with (mostly) mediocre tapas bars, and it’s also a nice option for people looking for something other than tapas.

Co-owner Fabrizia Innocenzi has worked her usual magic with the décor, a wonderful rustic chic pastiche that is both attractive and inviting. There are two dining areas, with a more casual spot for drinks in front of the bar, and a small sidewalk terrace. Terrific food – love the cod in squid ink tempura! – but everything we tried there was excellent. There’s a good wine list and the service is attentive and friendly. Check it out.

Bread/Service Charge: 1€ per basket

Mateos Gago 9
Tel 954 227 309
Open 13.00 – 16.00 / 20.00 – midnight
Closed Tuesday all day and Wednesday lunchtime
€ € € €

Food 9 | Wine 9 | Service 9 | Ambiance 9

amuse-bouche: watermelon “tataky” with peanut ajoblanco

Cantabrian anchovies on toast with herb butter

bacalao in squid ink tempura, granny smith and wasabi mayo

grilled octopus w/ potatoes, chorizo, parmesan cream, black olive brunoise

Segovia cochinillo (suckling pig) slow-cooked for 13 hours with honey,
chili and fresh fennel

peanut cookies: rough translation from Italian, ugly but delicious

passion fruit bavarerse with white chocolate and lemon crumble

tiramisù de la Lorena: mascarpone cream, nutella,
Baileys ladyfingers, meringue crumble

Marco and wine

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Updated July 2018