Epic 7-Stop Madrid Neighborhood Tapas Crawl (in Lavapiés)!

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We hit the 7 best tapas bars in Lavapiés! Juicy grilled prawns, amazing octopus, great patatas bravas, excellent wines, tortilla gallega, cheese and SO MUCH MORE! Venga, let’s go! 🥝
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I love the Lavapies neighbourhood in Madrid. It’s iconic, it’s proud, it’s down to earth, it’s historic. And it’s got a fantastic blend of traditional tapas bars and modern joints. Today we’re going to hit my 7 favourites - including a classic Madrid seafood bar for juicy prawns, a local hole in the wall that famous for a monster cheese sandwich, incredible wines, gorgeous octopus, modern tapas, knockout patatas bravas and more! Stay till the end to discover delicious Lavapies!
So, if you want to know where we went, and what we ordered - here it all is!
1. El Boquerón
- Gambas a la plancha
2. La Canibal
- Tortilla gallega
- Tabla de quesos
3. La Fisna (their other little wine shop is on Calle de Miguel Servet, just around the corner - I'm not sure of the exact number I'm afraid)
- Pulpo revolcona
- Albondigas
4. Los Chuchis
- Plato del día - Baked cod with green sauce and clams
5. Bodegas Alfaro
- Salmorejo
- Canapé de queso
- Canapé de atún
6. Melo's
- Media zapatilla
- Croqueta de jamón
7. La Esperanza
- Media ración de patatas bravas
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Hola, Spain lovers! We're James and Yoly. James is a New Zealander, and Yoly is from Spain. And we both live in Madrid. This channel is all about giving you a local insight into life in Spain, and helping you experience this country like a local when you come to visit (or live!). If that sounds like your kind of thing, bienvenido!
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@user-gl5rw4gr5g Жыл бұрын

We just got back from two months in Spain and spent our last few days staying in Madrid and Lavapies. I had notes from having watched this video so was able to enjoy (among other things) the amazing Zapatilla at Melo's and the best patatas bravas we've ever had at La Esperanza. Thanks!

@peaceLove1988 4 жыл бұрын

Your upload makes me feel warm inside on such a cold winter day. ( Hungry too).

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

❤️❤️❤️🙌

@yveeriksson6676 4 жыл бұрын

Now it's only 18 months until I retire. I plan to eat my way through Spain at least 3-4 months a year. Or as long as I can afford. Your tips will come handy. Thanks :D

@petermanock711 Жыл бұрын

We are sat there right now James, absolutely delicious seafood! Crab, Garlic Prawns, Cigalas (Norwegian Lobster) and the Merluza, perfect white fish, OMG!!! Add in the Tomato salad & bingo! Cheers for the nod buddy, immense soul food, LOVE IT. Muchísimas gracias amigo ❤ ❤❤

@gualdus 4 жыл бұрын

No se si os habéis dado cuenta pero sois una de las mejores guías gastronómicas para visitantes de Madrid en la actualidad ,me encanta. Y lo más importante siendo español,aprendo con vuestros vídeos lo que no hubiera sabido ni yendo a Madrid mil veces. Gracias,sois grandes!

@jcaam8094 4 жыл бұрын

Can't wait to spend New Years in Spain with my wife in a few weeks,So looking forward to it. Runny tortilla is the best.

@IberianLife 4 жыл бұрын

This guy is living the life I dream of!

@daylita99 4 жыл бұрын

You have better videos about Madrid than many spaniards, I can guarantee bc I'm from Madrid ;)

@rsnankivell1962 4 жыл бұрын

Gran video como de costumbre/Good job as usual!!!

@hankpena7243 4 жыл бұрын

Another exquisite KZfaq video... you guys rock! My wife and I are addicted to your videos; we watch them multiple times. Especially now as we are visiting Madrid next week. It will be a combination holiday / "recon" since we are seriously considering retiring or semi-retiring outside the US. Right now Spain is a very serious contender.

@bogdanrevnic778 2 жыл бұрын

I caught a sound of that squeaky door and boy was it satisfying. You know that you are going to heaven, being in there. It looks like dyeing in heaven, and they don't know what to do with you - but to return you back to Bodegas Alfaro; seems like an out of this world experience.

@catherinemori4539 4 жыл бұрын

Gracias, James. Another mouthwatering video!

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Catherine

@atm4292 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you guys! ☆☆☆... earned. Merry Christmas + Happy New Year 2020!

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

Cheers!! You too!

@tyhartwig6214 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing content as usual! Literally can’t wait for my visit next year to get stuck into some of these

@davidbailey5193 Жыл бұрын

Awesome and informative ! Your videos are helping so much as I prepare for my new life in Spain.

@antiadizvazquez3323 4 жыл бұрын

great video guys, nice to see a proper madrid neighborhood xx

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@rodolfobrandes3733 4 жыл бұрын

Hola James nos encanta tus programas, gracias por tan buena información.

@jedwardoo 4 жыл бұрын

It’s awesome you placed the dishes you showed in each resto. 🥂

@ericwarren4074 4 жыл бұрын

Looks like my first stop when I go to Madrid on 20/12! Just a short walk from my hotel - thanks, James and Yoly!

@StevoRado 4 жыл бұрын

All that food looks so good! Love the time traveling lol

@lasartoretto 4 жыл бұрын

Ay, a mí también me encanta Lavapies! Great tips!!

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

Gracias Luli!

@meat_loves_wasabi 4 жыл бұрын

Love the gambas in La Casa Del Abuelo....lovely cosy little place

@zuniga500 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing video, planning my trip for next year......... great video was worth the wait!

@elmorillas 4 жыл бұрын

Hola pareja! Yo viví 4 años en Lavapiés, algunos que echo de menos: La Berenjena (platos súper originales), Yokaloka (increíble japonés y a buen precio dentro del mercado de Antón Martín), Olivetto (Italiano súper tranquilo y muy rico), los desayunos en el Benteveo (hacen su propia mermelada) y no sé si habréis probado los ajos al horno con queso camembert en los Chuchis, son lo mejor!!

@jonny_leach 4 жыл бұрын

Love these videos!!

@juliablick6404 4 жыл бұрын

Great video James and Yoly and amazing food!

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks ma!!

@AGlugofOilJanBennett 4 жыл бұрын

Loved watching this!

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@jesuscora 4 жыл бұрын

Yummy! Every time I watch your videos my tummy starts rumbling! Got the munchies!

@Simmomufc 4 жыл бұрын

Definitely cannot wait to get on one of your Devour tours next May! Great video as always.

@aaronrochard4594 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing! Just got back from our 7th January in a row (in Madrid and Seville) and now I want to go back for more! Thanks for the tip on Cadiz!

@micasteer8851 4 жыл бұрын

Guys this looks so so good. Thank you for another amazing video. 🎄🎄⛄⛄❄❄👍👍 May i take this opportunity to wish you both a very happy Christmas and a fantastic 2020

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

Same to you!

@richardprice6624 4 жыл бұрын

Melos was one of my favorite places I ate in Madrid, the peppers were really good too

@goodboybuddy1 4 жыл бұрын

Are we all in love with Yolly? Great work, guys!!! Happy Christmas!

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

we are!

@blancarey8177 4 жыл бұрын

Me encanta como lo hacéis, quiero estar en Madrid... Envidia insana. Enhorabuena!

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

Gracias!

@franciscocastillomata9786 4 жыл бұрын

Blanca Rey “Envidia sana “, se dice, bonita; que la insana es la más común ! 😁

@albwixmp 4 жыл бұрын

Grande la zapatilla de Melo’s! Happy you’ve come back with a very good video!

@g4snk 3 ай бұрын

When I lived there we called it Limpia Pies. Love it.

@LitoCortes 4 жыл бұрын

Otro exelente video. El corte de La Caníbal fue el más que me gusto, y esa tortilla ni se diga...se me hizo la boca agua lol.

@leovicent 4 жыл бұрын

By Jove mi barrio !! Great job. Congrats and thanks a lot, compadre

@nessysalcedo4437 4 жыл бұрын

I live in Alberta, Canada and every time I watch your video I feel like a wanted to move to Spain the food look amazingly delish... and we have outstanding Spanish restaurant here in Calgary called Barcelona❤️

@Emy53 2 жыл бұрын

That fish with the green topping made me so hungry for that dish....

@AngelaGarry 4 жыл бұрын

Watching this, sitting in my house, laughing out loud. Wonder Woman returns to the small screen.... Love you guys xx

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

haha - love it!

4 жыл бұрын

Another great review James I love all of your work. What a great reference to have when you travel around Spain and want to have the best Tapas-Pinchos. Keep it going you are the SPRINGSTEEN of reviewers. ( THE BOSS )

@dwayneh247 4 жыл бұрын

I need to get to Madrid! 😩

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

Come!!

@dwayneh247 4 жыл бұрын

Spain Revealed - James Blick but I’m in love with Barcelona! Haha

@dwayneh247 4 жыл бұрын

Spain Revealed - James Blick I did your tour with Pamela in Barcelona... I loved it!

@piroskamuller-middelhof3333 2 жыл бұрын

Love your videos! Going to Spain next April & May to take some Culinary Classes @ Mimo San Sebastian. Keep doing what the two of you are doing! Saludos, desde Curacao Dutch Caribbean.

@necikait447 4 жыл бұрын

I love these tapas crawl videos so much! Love it when you and Yolly do them together!

@BesoDeArlequin 4 жыл бұрын

14:12 the woman in the back who has cut the sandwich says "no tiene boca para comérselo" wich means "He has no mouth (big enough) to eat that" hahahaha

@sarmero8958 4 жыл бұрын

BAHAHAHAHAHHA I didnt catch that

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

haha I missed it too!

@ro-jo896 4 жыл бұрын

@@spainrevealed hi james have you noticed that they absolutely never devein prawns in spain/madrid, you can go to great bars like el boqueron, la cruz in cascorro etc where they do amazing gambas a la plancha and cook them perfectly but they dont devein them which just means that they taste a bit gritty, i always think its a waste of a great product, but maybe its just personal preference.

@charlesbaker3097 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! I have first hand experience at some of these bars, so I can attest to your reviews being spot on. Now I need to try the other places. I suggest you add addresses to your written list of bars because there is more than one Bodegas Alfaro in Lavapiés. I've been to both, and enjoyed both.

@misskitoulana 4 жыл бұрын

This video was awesome and has me so excited for our first visit to Spain. We signed up for your Ultimate Madrid Tour for January 3rd and cannot wait! A few questions for you, we drink a lot water when we are traveling, will there be easy access to good tap water to fill our own bottles? Also, I have watched many of your videos, and have not seen a lot of fresh produce featured, how is the availability in restaurants in Spain? We certainly don’t want to look too touristy, but we will need some fresh fruit and veggies with all the wonderful meat, seafood and cheese we’re about to DEVOUR! Muchas gracias!

@josegalindo-herrador5565 3 жыл бұрын

It's so ❤️ly 2 c u enjoy urselves 🤗 keep it going 👍 greetings from 🇬🇧

@donball9777 4 жыл бұрын

hehehehe duckface pout, killer. that sandwich just looks fantastic.

@jeffoa2319 4 жыл бұрын

Production value is going through the roooof!!! So happy for another video, it’s been too long!

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! I’d love to know what you noticed as increased production value - helps me design these and know what’s impactful

@FarisOutbound 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the updated video! I am heading over to Madrid for Christmas week. Hopefully I will be able to check out all of your suggestions. How difficult will it be for a non-Spanish speaking tourist in most of your suggestions? Thanks for all your videos in Madrid! You guys are a great team!!

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you - I'm sure you'll fare fine. Check out our video about how to order in a bar in Spanish. Have a great trip!

@sammiesmith6690 4 жыл бұрын

Great video

@leonakennedy2375 4 жыл бұрын

Now I know i'll be having Cafe Melos sometime this week! yum :)

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

Let us know how it goes!

@letstakearide70 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, te sugiero una ruta por locales de vino natural, en este video ya has estado en La Canival y La Fisna, pero hay otros en el mismo Lavapies, como Cascorro Bistrot y Bendito Vinos y Vinilos, o relativamente cerca como Angelita Madrid en la calle Reina

@jarekkril8770 4 жыл бұрын

wow, where have you been when I stayed in Madrid for the very fist time on Calle Olivar... but hope to check some these places out this Friday

@hjhjjhjh 4 жыл бұрын

Any Christmas tips? Will be in Barcelona this Christmas and looking forward to it! Came across your channel and I’ve been binge watching all your videos before I arrive this Friday!

@danielgrossman378 4 жыл бұрын

Need to try all these places next time we’re in town! In the meantime, definitely adding tortilla gallega to my repertoire...

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

Pls send photos! And yes, JJ will love them!

@rolflin 4 жыл бұрын

el boqueron de esos sitios que ya casi no quedan...cojonudo.

@pepitaunderthesun4763 4 жыл бұрын

Muy buen video

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

Gracias!

@JumpingJimmyJet 4 жыл бұрын

You's guy's are awesome...

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@egocelatrixcelatrix2514 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice

@josealigera3234 4 жыл бұрын

Vivo en Lavapies , me ha gustado el vídeo

@saadn.3348 4 жыл бұрын

Hey James, I booked our flight to Madrid for the summer. So tentatively in the end of June!

@m00tant 4 жыл бұрын

i'm drooling all over my keyboard. Like always, well done.

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Emy53 3 жыл бұрын

I laughed so hard when that bar was closed. We ran into same situations almost every night in the Andalucia areas. We were given a recommendation, drive there with huge anticipation, and it was closed.

@TheBurdugul 4 жыл бұрын

Me ha encantado lo de "micromachismo"...🤣🤣🤣

@julioantonioarcerodriguez8736 4 жыл бұрын

Hola soy Antonio . Sus videos son muy bonitos . Pero sería maravilloso que los subtitularan ya que aquí en México habemos muchas personas que disfrutamos tus vídeos.. Un abrazo y muchas felicidades para ambos .

@Elena-Immaculata 3 жыл бұрын

I love your words: "NO WHERE LIKE SPAIN." Hola SALUS Martinez 💖

@jesuscora 4 жыл бұрын

The Galician ceramic glasses to drink wine are called "cuncas". They were out fashion for a while, but they are back!

@TaraBatista 3 жыл бұрын

I just moved to Madrid and my plan is to eat my way through the city, following your recommendations. Sadly Melos closed permanently. But I tried La Fisna and La Canibal and they both were incredible! Thank you for showcasing the Lavapies barrio!

@christinecleavest9099 2 жыл бұрын

Melo's is back open. :-)

@petermanock711 Жыл бұрын

Nope it's open! Ate there last night, another nod to James. The Zappatilla, another OMG!!! Only order a half, it's H-U-G-E! Superb. And the Croquettes, wow. Couldn't finish them - para llevar por favor! Simply superb man food!!

@hmartinspliff 4 жыл бұрын

6:10 James *_Blick To The Future._* He can travel through time so he can experience the best Spanish food.

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

jeje

@matthewowen8305 4 жыл бұрын

Hey James! I found your videos last week when I was in Madrid. Your videos are very entertaining and informative. My brother and I followed a lot of your tips and absolutely loved your tapas recommendations. I had never ordered vermouth before, but I really enjoyed it. Thanks for sharing all your tips!!!

@tonydeltablues 4 жыл бұрын

Woah!!! you did the time travel again! Great news (for me and 3 of my friends): we arrive in Madrid the 24th January!!!! V excited. Q. Should I book a tour? Could you fit us in? Gracias Tony

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

Hello Tony! Glad you'll be heading here. I don't lead tours actually. But you can book one at devourmadridfoodtours.com - and yes, we'll def. have space! Hope to have you guys along!

@James-ig1vp 4 жыл бұрын

Love the video james . Reminds me of your older videos too , your great crack . Loads of yolanda too . Have you ever been to Adorado bar for breakfast ? . Thanks for the video feel like jumping on a plane to come over

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate!

@matthias7569 Жыл бұрын

I need a "Get in there Yalli!" Shirt

@robertwynkoop7112 4 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to our visit in a few weeks with our daughter (who lives in Madrid)! We have 2 separate tours with Devour and can’t wait to experience some of the wonderful places that you have generously shared! My wife and I love your channel and my daughter has found some new places in Madrid thanks to you all as well! Happy holidays, see you soon, much love.....

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome - can't wait to have you on a Devour Tour Robert!

@james-jq8sk 3 жыл бұрын

Well I came to your channel for the broad beans and Jamon dish, (i'm about to harvest my broad beans), and i'm still here 3 videos later, most enjoyable...

@barbara3977 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you guys for another great video, I not going to Spain and Portugal until May but I’m already taking notes 👍 I hope you have a wonderful holiday and a great 2020❤️

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Barbara!

@jimmyjohnny3779 4 жыл бұрын

Yum yum 😋

@MiguelRodriguez-lp5ce 4 жыл бұрын

I’m going to Spain spring 2020. I’ve been watching your videos. You both are amazing! Thank you guys! Greetings from Mexico💖🇲🇽

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Have a great trip! My travel guide will be out by then - keep an eye on my Instagram for news (@jamesblickspain)

@matthewparrott8369 4 жыл бұрын

Great vlog makes me want to travel more in Spain keep up the great work

@ilBUZZo 2 жыл бұрын

Your tapas videos are SUPER AWESOME. Every time I watch them, at the end of the video, my appetite is through the roof!!!

@dontaskmyname1004 4 жыл бұрын

your channel is absolutely amazing, i’m doing spanish at A level and you’ve really helped keep my passion in the language and culture with your videos ! keep them up mate 👍

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! And good luck|!

@mxvai6845 2 жыл бұрын

Hola! Tenéis que hacer volumen 2, 3.... sobre Lavapiés. Yo vivo en Lavapiés de Arriba .... jijiji (Tirso de Molina)

@lyndsayjones14 4 жыл бұрын

"I like it stinky!" hahah

@beltxabeltxa 4 жыл бұрын

Freshest Seafood and fish goes to Madrid first thing gin the morning, 3.30 am gets to restaurants and bars there at 5 to 6 am latest, always the best and freshest, always ask what time it arrived

@carloshulsen 4 жыл бұрын

God, every new video of yours makes my will to travel to Spain bigger. In 2021 I will and SURELY will make one or two tours with you guys!

@StevenTilly 4 жыл бұрын

Two thumbs down? Who would give out a thumbs down??

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

the mysteries of life

@MuyAficionado 4 жыл бұрын

Estupendo vídeo como siempre. Sólo una cosa, en la descripción repetís Los Chuchis y os falta el Melos, con sus "zapatillas y croquetas". Otra cosa...¿No merecería estar aquí la taberna de Antonio Sánchez? Ha perdido algo desde que lo trató de modernizar un nuevo propietario y retiraron cuadros originales que había a la entrada, pero no deja de ser la considerada taberna más antigua de Madrid y tiene mucha pátina todavía. También a los que vivimos en Madrid nos son útiles vuestros vídeos porque recomendáis autenticidad y no trampas para turistas. Gracias.

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

Es verdad Antonio Sanchez - lo que pasa es que lo puse en otro vídeo sobre los sitios más antiguos de Madrid. Pero si - una parada obligatoria en Lavapiés

@stlazaro 4 жыл бұрын

I moved away from Lavapies two weeks ago and I miss it

@sophiemarie1804 4 жыл бұрын

So much great tips - thank you! But is it right: Madrid is even more expensive than Barcelona?

@bkm2797 4 жыл бұрын

Now I'm hungry, and it's only 6:30 a.m. Lol. Always great to see you two, and where the best tapas in Spain are. Thank you for sharing, see you next time.

@spainrevealed 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brenda :)

@franciscocastillomata9786 4 жыл бұрын

James and Holly Love know best places on Spain... but if there are near good “ Petrol Stations “ 😂

@throughthewindowpane Жыл бұрын

I love wine, but I don’t know much about it. I am afraid I will look like a fool in those wonderful wine bars. How do I know what to order? Can you give me some tips?