Hi Spain Lovers! 👋 Have you been to the Mercado de San Miguel in Madrid? What did you think? Touristy? Worth it? Fun? In this video I give you my opinion - but I'm really curious about yours! Let us know below 👇👇
It's very, very touristy and pricey but a cool place to hang out and try a few things. I'd defnitely recommend it though. When are you going to do something on Valencia?
Waaaay too expensive, but the place has some very good looks. When I visited Madrid with my parents, we checked out the San Miguel market and we quickly found it was too expensive. I think we ended up eating at McDonald's :P
I agree with James' take on the Mercado San Miguel. My Spanish friends took me there earlier this month (per my request). We went on Friday night (around 10:30 pm) and had a great time. Yes, it's touristy and expensive, but I recommend you try it. I would suggest you pay attention to your bill and what they are charging you (we were charged for a bottle of cava when we ordered just a glass; luckily, we caught the mistake and they corrected the bill without any fuss). The tapas were excellent, and, by far, my favorite stall there was La Hora del Vermut. The young man who worked there was as enthusiastic about showing me their amazing selection as I was learning about them. The time there at La Hora was one of my favorite memories of my trip. My Spanish friends snapped photos of me speaking with him, as they could see I was really in my element. Like James, I recommend you go, but also please try the more traditional markets where the locals go and do a deep blend into the fascinating culture of Spain.
My gosh, I'm so glad I found your channel. Thanks for not being one of the Food UA-camrs that almost feel "forced" to LOVE everything they taste. Thanks for your honest opinions. Keep it up. Subbed.
Great video James, was at the vermut bar back in April, the sherry vermut was very nice, the bacalao tapas bar another great place and great prices. My girlfriend loved the mozzarella tapa stand.
I did visit the Anton Martin market, but unfortunately the stalls were shut, can't remember what day it was when I went there, a shame was looking forward to going to the jamon stall
Me encanta el ambiente y además disfrutas de la comida se te mete x los ojos .es un poquito caro ...es normal no?🤭🤭🌞🌞me gustan mucho tus vídeos .gracias
I’ve been to Madrid 4 times, every time I visited this wonderful market It is definitely not cheap, there is no service, it is difficult to even find a table to stand by. But I just like here
Great video! I had a great time at Mercado de San Miguel with friends a few years ago. Super hot evening, super crowded, lots of noise, lots of beer ... epic! My favorite dish was the Precebes (goose barnacles) ... not for everyone, but I loved them!
Marvelous video! We’ll be there next March. Hope to see you and Yoly in Madrid. I think Mercado San Miguel is a great option to eat before initiate a long tour through the emblematic places. Greetings from Puerto Rico.
My hotel was just a short distance from this market.... I like that vermut bar with olives the most..... always pop in for a few drinks before heading back to our room to retire for the day
evry time i'm in madrid i actually hang out there with my cousin pili. the vermuts they have there are another level. the cheese, el jamon, the olives, fruits...it's the perfect place to start a friday or saturday night going out. 👍💕
That place has sooo much going on. I was there in May and missed a couple of the stalls you mentioned. I want to go back. I think your description as a gourmet food hall is perfect. Exactly what it is. Fun place... PS. Thx for mentioning the olives!!!! We were getting served these small ripe olives when we were there that were AMAZING!!!! I wonder if it was those? Best olives I’d ever had.
Great highlights to have before we go-Starting this Friday in Madrid! Will go for a quick sample then off to all those other suggestions you have nearby. My notebook is filled. Thanks for all the great info.Now to try to be like a local:)
Nice to see that place again. I've been there last year, before visiting the royal palace. Great little stopover. I really miss Madrid. Even if I almost missed my flight home, only to eat one more time at Taberna el Sur. 😅
One HUGE tip... if you buy something, SAVE YOUR RECEIPT. If you need to use the bathroom downstairs, your receipt gets you in for free. We hit up San Miguel a couple times while in Madrid over the summer - largely when several of your places at nearby Cava Baja were closed - even mid-day (Taberna La Concha was open, LOVED it). San Miguel - Olives were awesome, my Gilda addiction started there. Liked the bacalao, but was better in Basque country. Also one of the smaller stalls had a Colombiana working and had some skewers with papas criollos (Colombian style mini potatoes) and some protein options. Great stuff. Also ended each visit with a fruit skewer. Was really crowded each time we went, seating in short supply. But all in all a worthwhile stop... a huge variety means if traveling with someone you can each find something you want. Crowded so you can window shop without feeling guilty if you pass without purchase. As you said, can get your sea legs. Pretty much guaranteed open. A little cooler than outdoors Madrid during the summer, shaded, with wine and beer to accelerate your cool down.
Great vid! Favorite place was the La Hora de Vermut place; absolutely loved the banderilla! Can't wait to go back and try some of your other suggestions. I think it's a fun place to start at. Thanks for trying the paella, i was wondering about it.
Great video on how to tackle a very touristed place - I will def use your advice when I go to Madrid in a few weeks. Among the other markets that you mention, Mercado de Maravillas (I don't think there's a 'las') was a nice find - there are food stalls (a lot of Latin American food) along with traditional market stalls. It's close to the Cuatro Caminos metro stop - be aware that during the week, they close between 2p - 5:30p.
@@spainrevealed On my list too actually. I've revisited Malaga a couple of months ago. Valencia is theoretically my next vacation destination. Not sure if I can make it this year or the next one.
Hi James! This video is super helpful! Taking my first trip to Madrid at the beginning of October and have jotted down the names of all the stalls you mentioned! Your videos are awesome! Thanks!
Pickpocket Central. Besides that, we enjoyed it multiple times while staying in La Latina. Obviously, tapas bars on Cava Baja were stellar, but this place is chaotic fun. Like one big house party. Sometimes we'd drop in just for a caña doble of Estrella after a long day of walking Madrid. (But remember to put your back pack/bag/purse in front of you...)
Your videos are super engaging, and I am glad to see so many of them lately! Enjoyed our food tour with Luke several years ago and now when we return, the folks at Ricla look at me very amused when I ask for albondigas secretas.. :)
This was very helpful, gracias! I am going solo to Madrid for five days in February and figured this would be where I got my tapas fix (I'm not likely to go to a tapas bar alone in the evening). I appreciate the virtual tour so I have some idea of what to expect and what's available. Because I am going in February hopefully it won't be as crowded!
Mercado San Miguel is a great introduction to the food options. When visiting Spain with others, I like to take them there soon after opening for a sampling of many foods, then linger with wine for people watching. One visit is fine, then down to Cava Baja and other places for a tapas crawl.
Wonderful videos. Congratulations from a Spaniard. Thank you so much for showing my our lovely and “delicious” country to the world 🙏🏻👍🏻💖🤩✨🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🤗🤗 Cheers! 🥂 You are a perfect ambassador 😉😊😌😁👍🏻✨🤩
Great, I enjoyed your video James. I always visit the Mercado de San Miguel when I’m passing through Madrid on my motorbike. I ride through Spain every year on my motorbike. Yes it’s expensive BUT a glass of wine and a couple of tapas won’t break the bank and you get a great experience. Last time I was there (June 2019), there was a wine demonstration and the presenters really knew their wines. Anyway, it’s 100% not to be missed when in Madrid ... when you are on your way to Barrio La Latina by foot for the rest of the evening 👌
We were there in June. Fun place and do like La Hora de Vermut. Being so close make sure to stop in to Cerveriz Bar for Tortilla de patatas. It is really good and authentic.
This is so helpful. You are so specific and list so many options. I have been to the south of Spain, but not Madrid or San Sebastián. This video certainly has me wanting to return to Spain. I always love the how to eat like a local section of your videos.
We visited Madrid a few weeks ago. Having watched all your videos prior really enriched our eating experience so thank you so much for the great informative videos. We enjoyed our visit to this market as a tourist we are mainly looking for things to eat and drink immediately so it was fun that that was what was exclusively on offer here. It felt tourist, was more expensive and we only felt the need to pop in once despite being in the area many times, but definitely worth a visit.
Another great video about a famous place ( which unfortunately I missed in my previous two times to Madrid) I am visiting my 3rd time next month on September and after your video It is a must, thanks for your always helpful, interesting and tasty Vlog 👍, hellos from Egypt.
We did a mixed seafood from that place and we were so shocked about how expensive it was! We did also try Casa Toni on your recommendation though including the sweetbreads and it was amazing!
Casi me da un ataque al corazón al ver lo de los 14€ por la ración de anchoas. Por ese precio te puedes comprar hasta 3 kilos en cualquier mercado. Y me apunto un par de locales....el de los pinxos y el de la paella 😍👧👧🏽😍 Genial, como siempre :)
I was just there all last week and ate there everyday. I LOVED IT! Honestly I found that we tourist can’t stand there and have a long drawn out conversations about the food. I just come to realize that at this market and anywhere else in Madrid, if possible, walk up to the counter knowing what you want.
We go there every time we come to Spain (remember when?). We go before noon to beat the crowds. There’s a stall that has baked scallops in a cream sauce; our favorite. We go elsewhere to buy our provisions (cheese, olive oil, bottles of wine, yogurt ...) for the stay. Missing Spain; longing for when we can return.
We are a couple of Kiwi's visiting Spain over September and October, we will be in Madrid start of October, I am in a manual wheelchair, I was wondering if the Mercado de San Miguel is wheelchair accessible?.Awesome Video's very informative and so helpful..Keep up the great work..
It is a tourist trap and it's become more so in recent years. It's also frequented by well off Spanish tourists. If you know what you're doing you can have a tasty nibble and drink without being completely fleeced. It looks crazy busy but all Tapas bars in Madrid will be at peak time. You can buy some very good produce but it's up to you how much you can afford to spend. Remember there are many bars in Madrid that will give you a free tapa when you order a drink (especially those with some Andalusian influence). Great video James.
Problem is that it’s in the centre so it’s always busy. Good to go to if you want to get a taste of Spain and you are short on time. Try and go in the week though as it’s heaving on weekends
Hey, I didn't know they opened a Rocambolesc in Madrid! The Roca brothers sure are getting famous, huh? I kind of feel proud because they're from Girona (my city) and they opened the very first Rocambolesc there! And, sure, it fits the name well, as it means "outlandish" or "bizarre" in Catalan.
Hi James. Great video. Like the way you described variety of food, prices and value. Just downloaded your tapas bar list for Seville which will augment one I've compiled using google maps. I'm going to be doing a lot of walking, eating and drinking in two weeks time and loving every moment of it. Down to my last two cans of mussels in Galician sauce. I may join a support group to get me off the stuff it's so addictive. lol
Good job! You almost made we want to go back there. Seriously though, I think you said it well. It's great for first time visitors because it's user friendly. Unfortunately, some stalls are ripoffs.
Hello James! We have bee to the Mercado de San Miguel and it was wonderful. Lots of food to choose from. I did not like the fish but I love the boquerones and the little tapas we got with our drinks. We also tasted the manchego cheese and some other tapas. Really nice place and I may say it is kind of touristy because it's a little bit overpriced. Thanks for sharing!!
I went there last month but only just saw the video. Impressions largely matched those of James (great minds ... LOL). I was also surprised by the high price of the fried fish outlet (Martin) - it was like 17 or 18 euros, it really should've been half that at most. I didn't get anything from there, but even the best fried fish shouldn't be almost 20 euros for a tapas portion. The bacalao place might thave been my favorite, their canapes were delicious and well priced (1.5 to 2 euros each). Overall I liked the market enough to go back - it was definitely way less crowded on Tues than on Sunday, when it was uncomfortably crowded.
Good video James, I was at the Mercado de San Miguel just a few months ago and found it somewhat expensive and intimidating, even when not super crowded it didn't seem like anyone really wanted to wait on me. In fact I was there a couple of times and finally on the last try ordered some fried oysters and beer. Other wise I had a better experience down in the food area of El Corte Ingles.
Hi Spain Lovers! 👋 Have you been to the Mercado de San Miguel in Madrid? What did you think? Touristy? Worth it? Fun? In this video I give you my opinion - but I'm really curious about yours! Let us know below 👇👇
There is a stall that does Burrata with green pesto on it - my favourite thing in that market along with the pastry section.
It's very, very touristy and pricey but a cool place to hang out and try a few things. I'd defnitely recommend it though. When are you going to do something on Valencia?
Waaaay too expensive, but the place has some very good looks. When I visited Madrid with my parents, we checked out the San Miguel market and we quickly found it was too expensive. I think we ended up eating at McDonald's :P
My favorite thing was the pimientos padrones. Loved them. The paella I had wasn't that good.
Yes, but wish I'd seen your video before..... loved it anyhow....
I agree with James' take on the Mercado San Miguel. My Spanish friends took me there earlier this month (per my request). We went on Friday night (around 10:30 pm) and had a great time. Yes, it's touristy and expensive, but I recommend you try it. I would suggest you pay attention to your bill and what they are charging you (we were charged for a bottle of cava when we ordered just a glass; luckily, we caught the mistake and they corrected the bill without any fuss).
The tapas were excellent, and, by far, my favorite stall there was La Hora del Vermut. The young man who worked there was as enthusiastic about showing me their amazing selection as I was learning about them. The time there at La Hora was one of my favorite memories of my trip. My Spanish friends snapped photos of me speaking with him, as they could see I was really in my element.
Like James, I recommend you go, but also please try the more traditional markets where the locals go and do a deep blend into the fascinating culture of Spain.
For certain, I need to return to Spain. What a glorious country where there is emphasis on the breaking of bread and sharing life over a great meal.
Totally Anne - a wonderful country!
I live right across the Mercado de Vallehermoso, and I love las señoras haciendo la compra. Wait! I am one of them!!
Once again, very informative and helpful. Thank you!
This is truly an AMAZING place! Great video!
Thanks for doing this one, James. It's been on my list of must sees. Two more weeks and I'll be drinking vermut! You are the maestro of vlogs, amigo!
Excellent Lauren!!!
My gosh, I'm so glad I found your channel. Thanks for not being one of the Food UA-camrs that almost feel "forced" to LOVE everything they taste. Thanks for your honest opinions. Keep it up. Subbed.
Thank you for sharing. We were there last summer and it was amazing. Madrid es un lugar mágico. 🥰🥰
Great video James, was at the vermut bar back in April, the sherry vermut was very nice, the bacalao tapas bar another great place and great prices. My girlfriend loved the mozzarella tapa stand.
Cheers Martin - glad you guys enjoyed it!
I did visit the Anton Martin market, but unfortunately the stalls were shut, can't remember what day it was when I went there, a shame was looking forward to going to the jamon stall
Me encanta el ambiente y además disfrutas de la comida se te mete x los ojos .es un poquito caro ...es normal no?🤭🤭🌞🌞me gustan mucho tus vídeos .gracias
I’ve been to Madrid 4 times, every time I visited this wonderful market
It is definitely not cheap, there is no service, it is difficult to even find a table to stand by. But I just like here
I prefer the Mercado de San Antón in Chueca. It's not so crowded and they have delicious food as well
Great video! I had a great time at Mercado de San Miguel with friends a few years ago. Super hot evening, super crowded, lots of noise, lots of beer ... epic! My favorite dish was the Precebes (goose barnacles) ... not for everyone, but I loved them!
They are delicious!
Super helpful! We'll be there in May, can't wait :)
José Andrés opened some similar in NYC, named Little Spain.
Thanks much for all your Madrid food tips. Very helpful guides to excellent food and vermouth 🤩😋👍🍷🫒🍳🍗🍖
Marvelous video! We’ll be there next March. Hope to see you and Yoly in Madrid. I think Mercado San Miguel is a great option to eat before initiate a long tour through the emblematic places. Greetings from Puerto Rico.
My hotel was just a short distance from this market.... I like that vermut bar with olives the most..... always pop in for a few drinks before heading back to our room to retire for the day
I do really like La Hora del Vermut, John!
Excellent as always... Love the channel.... Booking my flights tonight.😁
Awesome John!
Where are you going to John?
evry time i'm in madrid i actually hang out there with my cousin pili. the vermuts they have there are another level. the cheese, el jamon, the olives, fruits...it's the perfect place to start a friday or saturday night going out. 👍💕
fantastic!!! you have rekindled my interest in and love for Spain. We will definitely head for Madrid to eat and drink!!
Enjoy!
That place has sooo much going on. I was there in May and missed a couple of the stalls you mentioned. I want to go back. I think your description as a gourmet food hall is perfect. Exactly what it is. Fun place...
PS. Thx for mentioning the olives!!!! We were getting served these small ripe olives when we were there that were AMAZING!!!! I wonder if it was those? Best olives I’d ever had.
Once again another great video James !
Thanks Harry!
Great highlights to have before we go-Starting this Friday in Madrid! Will go for a quick sample then off to all those other suggestions you have nearby. My notebook is filled. Thanks for all the great info.Now to try to be like a local:)
Cheers Dave - glad you've enjoyed it!
This is very helpful, thank you! We followed a lot of your guides in Barcelona and Madrid! ☺️
Nice to see that place again. I've been there last year, before visiting the royal palace. Great little stopover. I really miss Madrid. Even if I almost missed my flight home, only to eat one more time at Taberna el Sur. 😅
SAn Miguel market is my personal Fav. Thanks for the video James. Great as usual!
Thanks Jimmy!
wow this place has really got lots to offer!! authentic Spanish foods! thanks for sharing :)
I’ve been to this place stumbled across it and had no idea how amazing it was before walked in. Thanks for posting this amazing video.
Thank you for all those great videos about Madrid and Spain!
Mmm that server at 12:05...yum.
One HUGE tip... if you buy something, SAVE YOUR RECEIPT. If you need to use the bathroom downstairs, your receipt gets you in for free.
We hit up San Miguel a couple times while in Madrid over the summer - largely when several of your places at nearby Cava Baja were closed - even mid-day (Taberna La Concha was open, LOVED it).
San Miguel - Olives were awesome, my Gilda addiction started there. Liked the bacalao, but was better in Basque country. Also one of the smaller stalls had a Colombiana working and had some skewers with papas criollos (Colombian style mini potatoes) and some protein options. Great stuff. Also ended each visit with a fruit skewer.
Was really crowded each time we went, seating in short supply. But all in all a worthwhile stop... a huge variety means if traveling with someone you can each find something you want. Crowded so you can window shop without feeling guilty if you pass without purchase. As you said, can get your sea legs. Pretty much guaranteed open. A little cooler than outdoors Madrid during the summer, shaded, with wine and beer to accelerate your cool down.
Will be in Valencia soon and we plan on taking a train to Madrid.. Thanks for this video 👌🏾
Another terrific video in the can.
Love it.
Pickled peppers, the perfect place to placate
my Spanish tongue.
Cheers CJ - glad you liked it. And yep - love those picked peppers :)
Greetings from Korea!
So much information and I must subscribe your channel.
Thank you!!!
Excellent video as always. Fantastically good. Hugs
Great vid! Favorite place was the La Hora de Vermut place; absolutely loved the banderilla! Can't wait to go back and try some of your other suggestions. I think it's a fun place to start at. Thanks for trying the paella, i was wondering about it.
Cheers Chris! Yeah, I agree - a fun place to start. That sums it up perfectly.
Thank you, James, for another great video. Missed Yoli Alioli though. xxx
Great video on how to tackle a very touristed place - I will def use your advice when I go to Madrid in a few weeks. Among the other markets that you mention, Mercado de Maravillas (I don't think there's a 'las') was a nice find - there are food stalls (a lot of Latin American food) along with traditional market stalls. It's close to the Cuatro Caminos metro stop - be aware that during the week, they close between 2p - 5:30p.
This was wonderful, that market has some great tapas and that Paella looks so good.
Great info for the "newbies". A must for learning to navigate the for culture on you visit.
La Casa del bacalao is our favorite. Never miss it.
Loved MSM when I visited Madrid .. Would love you to do a video of Cádiz , hoping to visit next year ?
Would love to do a video about Cadiz. Definitely on the list! Such an amazing city!
It is a great Mercado to visit, i like this place. Plenty of goodies to offer in one spot.
James. I just came from Madrid. Thanks so much for your recommendations.
Can you do one on Valencia?
Yes, I'm seconding the request for a Valencia video!
On the list!
Would love to. Need to plan the trip!
@@spainrevealed On my list too actually. I've revisited Malaga a couple of months ago. Valencia is theoretically my next vacation destination. Not sure if I can make it this year or the next one.
been watching all your videos! it will be my first time in Spain... will be in Valencia, Madrid...
I love watching your videos! They're very informative and fun to watch. I'll be coming to Spain soon. ¡Hasta pronto!
Awesome work James!
Me encanta el Mercado San Miguel!
Your videos feel like a mini vacation, like I'm there eating with you, James.
Hi James! This video is super helpful! Taking my first trip to Madrid at the beginning of October and have jotted down the names of all the stalls you mentioned! Your videos are awesome! Thanks!
James, no cambies. Don't change !!
OK!
Pickpocket Central. Besides that, we enjoyed it multiple times while staying in La Latina. Obviously, tapas bars on Cava Baja were stellar, but this place is chaotic fun. Like one big house party. Sometimes we'd drop in just for a caña doble of Estrella after a long day of walking Madrid. (But remember to put your back pack/bag/purse in front of you...)
Good point William!
wmanthonyphotography hopefully any visitor reads your comment. Beware of pickpockets.
Great video, really appreciate your honesty.
Cheers Nigel!
Your videos are super engaging, and I am glad to see so many of them lately! Enjoyed our food tour with Luke several years ago and now when we return, the folks at Ricla look at me very amused when I ask for albondigas secretas.. :)
Leaving to Madrid in 3 days to study at IE University. Nervous but watching your videos help me! Thanks!
You'll be fine! Have an amazing time!
This was very helpful, gracias! I am going solo to Madrid for five days in February and figured this would be where I got my tapas fix (I'm not likely to go to a tapas bar alone in the evening). I appreciate the virtual tour so I have some idea of what to expect and what's available. Because I am going in February hopefully it won't be as crowded!
Mercado San Miguel is a great introduction to the food options. When visiting Spain with others, I like to take them there soon after opening for a sampling of many foods, then linger with wine for people watching. One visit is fine, then down to Cava Baja and other places for a tapas crawl.
El Mercado de San Miguel,That's mouthwatering... 😋😋😋 , Excellent video,Maybe someday visit Palma de Mallorca ,Happy Summer.
Would love to Richard!
Thank you so much for your insights. We will be heading to Barcelona next week - is there a similar market there or is this one unique to Madrid?
Love you guys. Be there soon
Thanks Regina!
Love it, Great video, La Casa del bacalao is my favorite, Bravas at 7 euros is expensive
Thank you! Yeah, not cheap. But not crazy expensive like the fried fish!
Wonderful videos. Congratulations from a Spaniard. Thank you so much for showing my our lovely and “delicious” country to the world 🙏🏻👍🏻💖🤩✨🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🤗🤗 Cheers! 🥂 You are a perfect ambassador 😉😊😌😁👍🏻✨🤩
Great video, I am going to Madrid in March, and planning to visit Mercado de San Miguel. Cheers from Canada 😊
Enjoy your trip!
Spain Revealed - James Blick Thank you for all the information, and tips. Love your channel.
Great, I enjoyed your video James. I always visit the Mercado de San Miguel when I’m passing through Madrid on my motorbike. I ride through Spain every year on my motorbike. Yes it’s expensive BUT a glass of wine and a couple of tapas won’t break the bank and you get a great experience. Last time I was there (June 2019), there was a wine demonstration and the presenters really knew their wines. Anyway, it’s 100% not to be missed when in Madrid ... when you are on your way to Barrio La Latina by foot for the rest of the evening 👌
We were there in June. Fun place and do like La Hora de Vermut. Being so close make sure to stop in to Cerveriz Bar for Tortilla de patatas. It is really good and authentic.
Exactly - great staging ground for a Cerveriz visit :)
This is so helpful. You are so specific and list so many options. I have been to the south of Spain, but not Madrid or San Sebastián. This video certainly has me wanting to return to Spain. I always love the how to eat like a local section of your videos.
Thanks Anne - glad you like it. You need to come back and keep exploring the country!
We visited Madrid a few weeks ago. Having watched all your videos prior really enriched our eating experience so thank you so much for the great informative videos. We enjoyed our visit to this market as a tourist we are mainly looking for things to eat and drink immediately so it was fun that that was what was exclusively on offer here. It felt tourist, was more expensive and we only felt the need to pop in once despite being in the area many times, but definitely worth a visit.
My thoughts exactly Ash. Worth a visit. But then you can branch out.
Another great video about a famous place ( which unfortunately I missed in my previous two times to Madrid) I am visiting my 3rd time next month on September and after your video It is a must, thanks for your always helpful, interesting and tasty Vlog 👍, hellos from Egypt.
This is making me hungry!
I hope so Sarah!
Love the vids James ! Keep them coming
Only want to say thank u for a nice video !
Great vlog James. 2 weeks and counting for our trip to Madrid 🇪🇸.
We did a mixed seafood from that place and we were so shocked about how expensive it was! We did also try Casa Toni on your recommendation though including the sweetbreads and it was amazing!
I`ve been to Madrid and Mercado de San Miguel in May. Wish I could have seen this video before :D.
At your recommendation, I went to Huevos de Lucio
Going to Spain in May 2024, love your food videos. Can you recommend any hotels?
Casi me da un ataque al corazón al ver lo de los 14€ por la ración de anchoas. Por ese precio te puedes comprar hasta 3 kilos en cualquier mercado.
Y me apunto un par de locales....el de los pinxos y el de la paella 😍👧👧🏽😍
Genial, como siempre :)
Tu compras muy barato.unas lata de buenas anchoas de santoña no creas que son mucho más baratas.
Eres un auténtico crack!
I was just there all last week and ate there everyday. I LOVED IT! Honestly I found that we tourist can’t stand there and have a long drawn out conversations about the food. I just come to realize that at this market and anywhere else in Madrid, if possible, walk up to the counter knowing what you want.
We go there every time we come to Spain (remember when?). We go before noon to beat the crowds. There’s a stall that has baked scallops in a cream sauce; our favorite. We go elsewhere to buy our provisions (cheese, olive oil, bottles of wine, yogurt ...) for the stay. Missing Spain; longing for when we can return.
We are a couple of Kiwi's visiting Spain over September and October, we will be in Madrid start of October, I am in a manual wheelchair, I was wondering if the Mercado de San Miguel is wheelchair accessible?.Awesome Video's very informative and so helpful..Keep up the great work..
It is a tourist trap and it's become more so in recent years. It's also frequented by well off Spanish tourists. If you know what you're doing you can have a tasty nibble and drink without being completely fleeced. It looks crazy busy but all Tapas bars in Madrid will be at peak time. You can buy some very good produce but it's up to you how much you can afford to spend. Remember there are many bars in Madrid that will give you a free tapa when you order a drink (especially those with some Andalusian influence). Great video James.
I prefer this place, it looks clean and more classy where you can try different foods all in one place :>
Are the prices higher at this “touristic market”? I have been binge-watching all your amazing g vids; Thank you !!
Vaya .....viví 3 años en el centro de Madrid y nunca supe de este mercado.
Gracias
Ahora ...te digo una cosa .Ven a Málaga y te comes una ración de boquerones fritos frescos pescados el mismo dia por 5 euros y no 14 !
Problem is that it’s in the centre so it’s always busy. Good to go to if you want to get a taste of Spain and you are short on time. Try and go in the week though as it’s heaving on weekends
Yeah, good point Jonny. It gets REALLY busy.
Hey, I didn't know they opened a Rocambolesc in Madrid! The Roca brothers sure are getting famous, huh? I kind of feel proud because they're from Girona (my city) and they opened the very first Rocambolesc there! And, sure, it fits the name well, as it means "outlandish" or "bizarre" in Catalan.
The Roca brothers have been famous for years bro.
James, as always one of the best Spanish gastronomic insight I’ve read. Just a tiny but, eating cabrales cheese without bread, seriously? 🤪
Hi James. Great video. Like the way you described variety of food, prices and value. Just downloaded your tapas bar list for Seville which will augment one I've compiled using google maps. I'm going to be doing a lot of walking, eating and drinking in two weeks time and loving every moment of it. Down to my last two cans of mussels in Galician sauce. I may join a support group to get me off the stuff it's so addictive. lol
Good job! You almost made we want to go back there. Seriously though, I think you said it well. It's great for first time visitors because it's user friendly. Unfortunately, some stalls are ripoffs.
Glad you liked it!
Ghislain Bergevin like any tourist trap.
Went today. Nice atmosphere if one does not mind the ongoing construction on building. Tried several and definitely hit or mis….
So funny, when I went to visit San Miguel, I ordered 2 tapas, bacalao al ajoriero & smoked sardines.
Hello James! We have bee to the Mercado de San Miguel and it was wonderful. Lots of food to choose from. I did not like the fish but I love the boquerones and the little tapas we got with our drinks. We also tasted the manchego cheese and some other tapas. Really nice place and I may say it is kind of touristy because it's a little bit overpriced. Thanks for sharing!!
I went there last month but only just saw the video. Impressions largely matched those of James (great minds ... LOL). I was also surprised by the high price of the fried fish outlet (Martin) - it was like 17 or 18 euros, it really should've been half that at most. I didn't get anything from there, but even the best fried fish shouldn't be almost 20 euros for a tapas portion. The bacalao place might thave been my favorite, their canapes were delicious and well priced (1.5 to 2 euros each). Overall I liked the market enough to go back - it was definitely way less crowded on Tues than on Sunday, when it was uncomfortably crowded.
Good video James, I was at the Mercado de San Miguel just a few months ago and found it somewhat expensive and intimidating, even when not super crowded it didn't seem like anyone really wanted to wait on me. In fact I was there a couple of times and finally on the last try ordered some fried oysters and beer. Other wise I had a better experience down in the food area of El Corte Ingles.
Damn I wish I would have discovered this vlog 2 years ago when I lived near Spain!
Have you been to Jurucha? I recommend it and the Mercado across the street!
Nearly first just starting very interesting
Wonderful but really expensive
James, date una vuelta por el Mercado De Vallehermoso, en fin de semana. Es el anti Mercado de San Miguel, sin guiris.. Un gran saludo.