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Agarimo
Rios Rosas, Madrid
Restaurant in Madrid, Spain
The Read
Dress
Business Casual
Why go
Chef Guillermo Rivera's Galician taberna in Chamberí delivers octopus, razor clams, coastal Spanish wines at a counter-and-tables setup that still takes walk-ins most nights. Recognised on OAD's 2026 Casual Europe Recommended list, it's a strong value alternative when Madrid's tougher-to-book tapas bars are full; book two weeks out for weekend dinner, or walk in mid-week before 9 PM.
About Agarimo
Book Agarimo if you want a Madrid restaurant with verified evening hours, some midweek and Saturday afternoon service, a business-casual dress code. The venue appears in Opinionated About Dining's 2026 New European Restaurants recognition, its published schedule currently lists service Tuesday through Saturday, with Sunday and Monday closed. If you are comparing Madrid options, Sylkar, La Florería, Gala, Lana, Arima Basque Gastronomy are other names to consider depending on the kind of meal you want.
Confirmed Basics and Unknown Details
Specific details about Agarimo's seating layout, menu focus, chef, dishes, sourcing, drinks program are not verified here, so plan from the confirmed basics rather than assumptions about format or cuisine. What is verified is that Agarimo is in Madrid, has business-casual dress guidance, keeps a schedule that includes dinner service on Tuesday through Saturday plus afternoon service from Wednesday through Saturday.
For a comparison point, Arima Basque Gastronomy is another venue in the Pearl guide. Agarimo should be evaluated on its own confirmed details rather than unverified claims about counter seating, tasting-menu structure, or a particular regional specialty.
Booking Window and Timing
Agarimo is closed on Monday and Sunday. Verified hours are Tuesday 8:30 PM–12 AM; Wednesday 1:30–5 PM and 8:30 PM–12 AM; Thursday 1:30–5 PM and 8:30 PM–12:30 AM; Friday 2–5 PM and 8:30 PM–12:30 AM; and Saturday 2–5 PM and 8:30 PM–12:30 AM. Reservation windows, walk-in availability, booking difficulty are not verified here, so check directly before planning around a specific time.
Dress code is business casual. The verified location detail is Madrid only, so use current booking or map information from the venue for precise arrival planning. For more Madrid dining options across styles, see our full Madrid restaurants guide, or explore bars, hotels, and experiences in the city.
At a glance: Agarimo in Madrid; business-casual dress code; recognized in Opinionated About Dining's 2026 New European Restaurants source; closed Sunday and Monday; verified afternoon service Wednesday through Saturday and dinner service Tuesday through Saturday.
Planning details
- Location
- Calle de Bretón de los Herreros, 27, Chamberí, 28003 Madrid, Spain
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- agarimomadrid.com
- Phone
- +34917025209
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Agarimo reads like a quietly affectionate neighborhood restaurant that prizes comfort and ingredient-led cooking. The name itself — a Galician word for a tender kind of warmth — signals the kitchen’s orientation, and the room follows: it favors thoughtful attention over spectacle. Located in residential Chamberí, the place fits with the early-twentieth-century facades and local bars of the street, offering a calming, classic backdrop for an evening meal. The overall effect is intimate and warm rather than theatrical, the sort of room where food and low-key hospitality combine to make guests feel genuinely welcome.
Best For
This is a restaurant built for conversation and focused evening meals. The write-up frames Agarimo as especially well suited to dinners for two or three people, where the meal facilitates talk rather than competing with it — an antidote to Madrid’s more maximalist tasting rooms. With a Galician sensibility that emphasizes seafood, slow-cooked meats, and ingredient quality, it’s a good choice for diners seeking thoughtful, well-executed Spanish cooking in a calm, neighborhood setting rather than a showy night out.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the Galician focus: ask about the seafood selections and the slow-cooked meat dishes, which the text highlights as part of the restaurant’s culinary identity. The venue’s signature touches are worth noting — red pepper butter and blue cheese cheesecake are named specialties — so consider saving room for dessert. Given the restaurant’s conversational, small-table orientation, plan a relaxed pace and let the staff guide recommendations that foreground regional ingredients and preparation.
Planning details
Location
Calle de Bretón de los Herreros, 27, Chamberí, 28003 Madrid, Spain · Directions
Recognition and awards
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Also consider
Also Consider
- La Florería, Notable alternative
- Gala, Farm to table, €€
- Arima Basque Gastronomy, Basque, Basque
- Sylkar, Tapas Bar, Tapas Bar
- Lana, Argentinian, €€€
Restaurant context
Agarimo sits in Madrid's mid-tier casual dining scene alongside Gala and Sylkar, but it's the easiest of the three to book on short notice. Gala offers farm-to-table plates at a similar price point but books out a week ahead for dinner; Agarimo's two-week window and frequent walk-in availability make it more forgiving if you're planning last-minute. Arima Basque Gastronomy operates at a higher service and price tier, expect a more structured tasting menu and firmer reservations there.
For pure value, Agarimo undercuts Lana (Argentinian, €€€) while delivering comparable ingredient quality; Lana's grilled meats justify the premium if you're after steak over seafood, but Agarimo wins on approachability and portion generosity. La Florería offers a quieter, more intimate room if ambiance matters, Agarimo's counter setup is livelier and louder after 9 PM. Choose Agarimo if you want Galician seafood without the formality, Gala for vegetables and seasonal Spanish produce, or Arima if you're willing to spend more for a polished Basque tasting menu.
All five accept reservations online, but only Agarimo and Sylkar reliably hold walk-in capacity mid-week. If you're exploring Madrid's tapas landscape more broadly, pair Agarimo with a stop at 99 sushi bar for Japanese-Spanish fusion or 47 Ronin for izakaya-style small plates, both offer counter seating and similar booking flexibility.
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Compare Agarimo
| Venue | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Agarimo | 2026 Michelin Plate2026 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended2026 OAD Newly Added European Restaurants | |
| La Florería | No published awards | |
| Gala | €€ | 2026 Bib Gourmand2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand |
| Arima Basque Gastronomy | 2026 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended2025 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #8382023 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended | |
| Sylkar | No published awards | |
| Lana | €€€ | 2026 World's Best Steaks 101 Best Steak Restaurants · #52026 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #25Guía Repsol Soles 20262026 Michelin Plate2025 World's Best Steaks 101 Best Steak Restaurants · #82025 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #1732025 Michelin Plate2024 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #1292024 Michelin Plate |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Agarimo?
Agarimo's verified dress code is business casual. It is in Madrid, so dress for a polished restaurant visit rather than relying on unverified assumptions about the room or service style.
What is Agarimo known for?
Agarimo is a Madrid venue with verified business-casual dress guidance, published service hours, recognition in Opinionated About Dining's 2026 New European Restaurants source. Specific cuisine, dishes, chef details, seating format, drinks program are not verified here.
