La Desayuneria

Probably closest to an American diner or a Dennys as one can get in Madrid. We live a few blocks away and we visit when the wife craves pancakes. It is quite popular among locals. From the sidewalk outside, it looked rather small and discreet. But we were surprised that the dining area opens up and is actually fairly roomy inside. American decor with English songs played added to the Diner feel. Service was quick. Eggs, pancakes, and sausage were all good and better than the US because of no growth hormones, chlorine, nor antibiotics (forbidden in EU). Crayons for drawing and we saw adults not just kids partaking. Worth visiting if one craves a diner meal or experience.

I just had Sunday breakfast at “La Desayunéria” in their Calle Ayala 46 location. As you walk in you notice it’s a unique kind of restaurant that resembles a highway diner type of thing. Lots of colors, lights hanging from the ceilings, loud in every sense of the word. I brought my dog as they are allowed here, which I love! The waitresses were extremely polite and accommodating, which I also loved. Their menu is indeed extensive and I finally selected one with two pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon and cheese grits. I also ordered a large cappuccino which was served in a regular size coffee cup, nothing large about it. The coffee was very good, but the food was just ok. I wasn’t impressed. It looked like just so plain, nothing particularly special about it, just ordinary. I feel like the ingredients they use are not the best quality or something. Coming from the USA one is used to so much variety as far as breakfast is concerned, and this place has a certain something I can’t quite put my finger on it that comes across to me as not good enough. Besides the fact that, maybe because it was a Sunday morning and it was packed, but the loudness of people’s voices, babies crying, and a closed room with no windows just felt a bit claustrophobic. My bill was €14 so not outrageous. Overall, what impressed me the most was the service and that it was “different” from your local Spanish breakfast choices, so it’s good for a change. I don’t see myself going back though…

Delicious breakfast. Fluffy pancakes and fun atmosphere.

Amazing American breakfast in the heart of Madrid! Highly recommend. The food was super delicious and tasty. During the weekend it’s highly crowded, better to have a reservation before going

Kid friendly American brunch eatery. Good change of pace with kids. Solid pancakes, kid ambience.

A great place with various options for brunch! I went to one of their locations five years ago and I was super happy to try it again now. The place did not disappoint. We had pancakes and a toastie and loved them. The staff was also very friendly and the place is very cosy.

Nice place food is really amazing, toasts are to die for, pancakes are a bit crusty yet so soft, eggs were very good and coffee is pretty good. Friendly staff, music is a bit loud specially for a breakfast. Place has an american vibe to it and the food portions are as well. One of the very good breakfast places you can visit around Madrid

This place offers amazing breakfasts, but beware, the portions are huge. They offer an extensive menu of just about every kind of breakfast you can think of, from the healthy vegan style to the full on American style. The decor is a typical American breakfast joint with American paraphernalia all over the walls. Prices and food quality are amazing, however service is a bit on the slow side.