Where to eat at Thyssen | From terrace dining at Las Terrazas del Thyssen to hidden gems nearby

Cuisine: Mediterranean | Price Range: €20 to €30 per person

Ambiance: Bright, contemporary, and effortlessly chic, ths place has leafy terrace views and soft jazz vibes that feel worlds away from museum hush.

Menu: Seasonal Mediterranean fare — light salads, gazpacho, grilled fish, and their signature cheesecake. Tapas and cocktails shine at sunset.

Timings: 12 pm – 11:30 pm (varies by season)

Location: Inside the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, ground floor terrace.

Booking: Recommended for terrace tables; café area accepts walk-ins.

Good for: Lazy lunches, museum dates, and breaks between art exploration.

Cuisine: Spanish grill | Price range: €30 to €40

Ambiance: Warm, rustic, and lively, the kind of place where sizzling seafood and laughter spill into the street. Wood-paneled interiors and attentive staff add old-school charm.

Menu: Freshly grilled octopus, Iberian pork ribs, and buttery hake, all paired perfectly with Rioja drink.

Timings: 12:30pm – 12am

Location: Calle San Agustín 13 | 3 min walk from the museum

Booking: Recommended for dinner; lunch hours are usually fine for walk-ins.

Good for: Families and friends craving authentic Spanish comfort food.

Cuisine: Cantonese fine dining | Price range: €100+ upwards

Ambiance: Sleek and seductive with deep red tones, low lighting, and polished service, this is Madrid’s modern take on Cantonese opulence.

Menu: Dim sum, roasted duck, and delicate seafood dishes plated with artistic flair. The tasting menu is the real star.

Timings: 12:30 pm – 4 pm; 7:30pm – 12am

Location: Calle de Jovellanos 5 | 5 min walk from the museum

Booking: Required, especially for weekends.

Good for: Romantic dinners and special-occasion splurges.

Cuisine: Pan-Asian | Price range: €20 to €30

Ambiance: Urban and upbeat! A design-forward space buzzing with energy, where sushi rolls meet ramen bowls under neon glow.

Menu: Mix-and-match favorites: poke bowls, teriyaki chicken, spicy gyozas, and fresh sashimi trays.

Timings: 1pm – 4pm; 8pm – 11 pm

Location: Calle de las Cortes 3, near Plaza de Neptuno | 3 min walk from the museum

Booking: Recommended for dinner rush hours.

Good for: Groups, casual bites, or travelers craving global comfort food.

Cuisine: Indian | Price range: €20 to €30

Ambiance: Cozy and aromatic, with warm lighting, patterned walls, and the comforting scent of curry and cardamom, an inviting escape from tapas overload.

Menu: Butter chicken, lamb rogan josh, paneer tikka, and freshly baked naan from the tandoor.

Timings: 1pm – 4pm; 8pm – 11 pm

Location: Calle Marqués de Cubas 6, Centro | 4 min walk from the museum

Booking: Walk-in friendly; weekends get busy.

Good for: Groups and spice lovers looking for a hearty meal.

Cuisine: Japanese fine dining | Price range: €85 onwards

Ambiance: Minimalist luxury, clean lines, soft wood tones, and hushed elegance. Expect Michelin-level attention to detail.

Menu: Sushi omakase, wagyu tataki, and silky miso black cod

Timings: 1:30 pm – 4 pm; 8 pm – 11 pm

Location: Hotel DoubleTree by Hilton Prado, Calle San Agustín 3 | 5 min walk from the museum

Booking: Required, plan ahead.

Good for: Foodies, anniversaries, and refined date nights.