Anticafé

Madrid


Bohemian kitsch at its best is the prevailing theme here and it runs right through the decor and regular cultural events (poetry readings and concerts). As such, it won’t be to everyone’s taste, but we think it provides variety to the downtown drinking scene.

Coffees, milkshakes and juices are as popular as the alcohol, although that predilection wears off as the night progresses and the cocktails take over.

Just don't mention our name. A rather unfortunate translation a few years back led them to think we don't like them. We do, we really do.


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