The best waffles in Madrid as a consolation while we dream of escaping to Belgium to try the most authentic ones.
The waffle is not a complicated dessert, like so many of the wonders of the sweet if you want to make the dough, just the right amount of flour and sugar and some resting time is enough. And then whatever everyone wants to add, although chocolate is never too much.
1. HanSo Coffee
HanSo Café is one of the best places to have breakfast, have a drink or a snack brunch or a snack if needed. But in their long list, in addition to all kinds of coffees and toasts, there are two waffles. The most classic version is prepared with three types of dough: the original, with chocolate or matcha, plus the toppings of your choice on top. And he also makes the okonomiyakiversion with a rice flour based dough and with bacon, cheese, and even an optional extra of eggs.
Pez Street, 20 (Malasaña) and Costanilla de los Ángeles Street, 7 (downtown)
Waffles: from 10,90€
2. Mimi’s Creperie
Mimi’s Creperie has merged the idea of the breakfast american with the classics of French pastries. Of course, there are sweet and savory crepes, and they also serve a classic waffle with four types of accompaniments: one with Belgian chocolate and vanilla ice cream; one with Oreo, Nutella, strawberries and ice cream; one with baked apple, almonds and ice cream; and finally, one to your liking. In case you feel like salty, they also make an XL version with eggs and bacon.
Postas Street, 17 (downtown)
Waffle: from 7 €
3. HD Cafeteria
Cafeteria HD preserves that seventies décor with patina that elevates any dish. But it also serves one of the best waffles in Madrid. The fun is in going back to basics, a warm, homemade waffle with caramelized nuts, vanilla ice creamand… milk caramel!
67 Guzmán el Bueno Street, Chamberí (Chamberí)
Waffle: 4 €
4. Kalúa Ice Cream Parlor
The fact that Kalúa is open all year round, we do not know if it is good or bad, because it is a continuous temptation and on a very busy street. This ice cream shop with Italian tradition and Argentinean roots, sweetens the afternoons of the most sweet-toothed Madrilenians. Because here more is more, without complexes. Anything that can be added to your waffle will be made.
131 Fuencarral Street, Chamberí (Chamberí)
Waffle: from 4 €
5. La Pecera
La Pecera specializes in taiyaki, which is the fish-shaped waffle that has been topped with ice cream to suit the Western palate. It’s a way to turn the ice cream cone ice cream cone of a lifetime upside down. In addition, the waffle base is vanilla or chocolate and the center is filled with Nocilla.
Various locations
Fish: from 4,90 €
6. Mistura
At Mistura they are experts at mixing toppings and coming up with something new. They literally crush and mix the toppings to your liking, plus the ice cream you can add to the waffle is handmade and just the right creamy texture. If it’s a sweet treat you’re looking for, here they prepare everything from start to finish, and they don’t skimp on toppings.
Various locations
Waffles: from 7,90 €
is it a dessert, a breakfast or a snack? It is not clear, but on any occasion and at any time of the year you can enjoy this sugar hit that is not to be regretted.