Posada de la Villa

La Latina & Lavapiés


This wonderfully restored 17th-century posada (inn) is something of a local landmark. The atmosphere is formal, the decoration sombre and traditional (heavy timber and brickwork), and the cuisine decidedly local – roast meats, cocido (which usually needs to be pre-ordered), callos (tripe) and sopa de ajo (garlic soup).


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