
What better indicator to start looking for a restaurant for Christmas lunch or dinner in Madrid, than when the dates of Cortylandia are announced and in romantic Netflix movies only wear red or green.
Finding a place that is spacious, has a varied menu and is well communicated is key for everyone to feel at ease. Lunch or dinner can always be extended with drinks, or even karaoke. The real team building.
1. Ice and Coal
With views of Gran Vía, spaces and special menus for groups: this is Hielo y Carbón, one of the most prepared restaurants for lunches and dinners for large groups at Christmas. Its menu is based on the market gastronomy of Madrid and, of course, many of its dishes are grilled, especially its meats: entrecote, sirloin steak and Iberian feather are some of its main dishes. The ice part comes with signature cocktails after the meal.
Location: Hotel Hyatt Centric Gran Via Madrid (calle Gran Vía, 31)
2. Villa Capri
Villa Capri is one of the Italian restaurants in Madrid of the Big Mamma group. This place has several advantages to go in a group: its decorative horror vacui always gives something to talk about, the most photographed carbonara on Instagram dazzles anyone, there is plenty of space and it is well located (near the Plaza de Santa Barbara).
Price: €€€.
Location: Calle de Hortaleza, 118 (Chueca)
3. Tatel
Rafa Nadal, Enrique Iglesias and Pau Gasol are some of the partners who set up Tatel in 2015. With a decoration inspired by the American 20s, this is one of the best restaurants to listen to live music while you eat. That union makes it perfect for celebrations with large groups, they also have a special Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve menu.
Price: €€€€€.
Location: Paseo de la Castellana, 36 (Salamanca)
4. Casa Suecia
If you are looking for a spacious restaurant, with natural light and an affordable but quality menu, the Lobby Bar of Casa Suecia is the place. Located in the center, inside the Hotel NH Collection Madrid Suecia, its midday menu includes: baked fish, cheeks or lasagna. In addition, you can also have a drink on the terrace on the 11th floor, divided into two levels and with almost panoramic views of the city.
Executive menu: 19,90€ per person for a maximum of 14.
Location: Calle del Marqués de Casa Riera, 4 (Center)
5. BiBo
Just for the setting with 7,000 light bulbs inspired by the Malaga fair and the hot air balloon that decorate BiBo, it is worth the visit. But it would be unfair not to talk about the gastronomic proposal of the hard-working chef Dani García. It is a good place for Christmas meals because, although it has the seal of quality of one of the best chefs in Spain, its price range is affordable.
Half-day menu for 39 € for up to 6 people.
Location: paseo de la Castellana, 52 (Salamanca)
6. Café Comercial
Café Comercial was open uninterruptedly for a whopping 128 years until it was forced to close due to a bureaucratic issue. Since its 2017 renovation, which has preserved its characteristic castizo touch, it is one of those restaurants in Madrid that works for almost any occasion. It has a tapas bar part at the entrance, to whet your appetite, and the restaurant is spacious, perfect for gathering people. It also has a photo booth so you can take home a souvenir.
Price: €€.
Location: Glorieta de Bilbao, 7 (Chamberí)
7. Botania
Botania works for a family meal, a romantic dinner or a company dinner. In the middle of Plaza de España, its floral decoration, velvet and warm colors, added to the views, make it a nice place to meet and focus on chatting and eating, of course.
Menu from 24,90 € for up to 18 people.
Location: Plaza de España, 5 (Downtown)
8. Raimunda
Raimunda is located on the first floor and patio of the Palacio de Linares and is named after one of Madrid’ s most classic scary stories. This terrace, which has a covered part and is prepared for the cold, is really privileged: a large palm tree gives shade and shelter, the cocktails are everything you expect from them, and the fusion food between the Mediterranean and Ibero-America is the tip to celebrate something here and succeed.
Price: €€€.
Location: Paseo de Recoletos, 2 (Casa de América, Centro)
9. Doña Luz
Madrid’s rooftops are attractive and even more so when they have a covered terrace, like Doña Luz. The menu of this restaurant on the heights is varied, ranging from ceviches to hamburgers. It is perfect when you have to gather a lot of different people, as is the case of Christmas dinners. In the background you will be accompanied by the sunsets and the rooftops of Madrid.
Price: €€€.
Location: Calle de la Montera, 10 (Sol)
10. Mo de Movimiento
Mo de Movimiento is a restaurant that meets many requirements when it comes to bringing large groups together for celebrations because it is a large space with different areas, covered terrace included and you can book online for up to 14 people. Its menu is mostly vegetarian, organic, and with a lot of Italian influence, with dishes such as smoked parmigiana or homemade ravioli with mozzarella.
In addition, this restaurant is a complete project that encompasses everything from social inclusion to the environment. A good example is the design of the premises, the former Espronceda Theater, which has been made with recycled and sustainable materials.
Price: €€€.
Location: Calle de Espronceda, 34 (Chamberí)