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Is Casa Labra worth it in a day?

Worth itIn a day

Even on a tight schedule, Casa Labra earns the hours.

Allow 30–45 minutes.

Order cod and a beer through the side hatch and eat standing in the crowd, just as Madrileños have for generations. It's tiny, chaotic and cash-friendly — pure old-school tapas ritual.

Price
~€10–15 for fritters and a drink
Time
30–45 minutes
Last verified
2026-06-17
Is Casa Labra worth it…
How we verified
  • Opened in 1860 and still serving its signature tajadas de bacalao and cod croquetas; the PSOE political party was secretly founded inside on 2 May 1879. · infobae.com
  • The premises on Calle de Tetuán near Puerta del Sol remain little changed for more than 160 years. · timeout.es
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