Cachivache Taberna
Hispanoamerica, Madrid
Restaurant in Madrid, Spain
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Cachivache Taberna is a neighbourhood tavern in Madrid's Chamartín district with limited hours and easy walk-in availability during off-peak times. The compact room suits solo diners and small groups looking for a reliable weeknight meal without advance booking drama. Without published pricing, awards, or chef credentials, it reads as a local fixture rather than a destination table; book VelascoAbellà or KAA Madrid if you want a meal worth planning around.
About Cachivache Taberna
Cachivache Taberna operates in Madrid with two daily service windows: lunch from 1 to 4 PM and dinner from 8 PM. Closing time is 11 PM Sunday through Wednesday and 11:30 PM Thursday through Saturday. The dress code is casual.
The Room and the Service
Cachivache Taberna is a casual Madrid taberna with daily lunch and dinner hours. Diners should confirm current availability directly before planning around a specific time or party size.
Private Dining and Group Logistics
If you are planning a group meal, confirm directly whether the venue can accommodate your party during the lunch or dinner window you want. For other Madrid options to compare, consider VelascoAbellà, KAA Madrid, La Tajada, MULA Restaurante, or Mar y Tierra - Chamartín.
How It Compares in Madrid's Dining Scene
Cachivache Taberna is best described as a casual Madrid taberna with daily lunch and dinner hours. For detailed questions about cuisine, pricing, seating, or reservations, contact the venue directly before planning around a specific experience.
For diners comparing options in Madrid, Cachivache Taberna can be considered alongside VelascoAbellà, La Tajada, KAA Madrid, MULA Restaurante, Mar y Tierra - Chamartín. Choose based on current availability, your preferred timing, any details you confirm directly with the venue.
Planning details
- Location
- C. de Serrano, 221, Chamartín, 28016 Madrid, Spain
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- cachivachetaberna.com
- Phone
- +34917524176
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Cachivache Taberna sits on the quieter end of Chamartín’s dining scene, operating as a neighbourhood-focused taberna rather than a theatrical city-centre destination. It leans on a long Spanish tradition of mid-register eating houses, favouring steady, unpretentious cooking and repeat local clientele over spectacle. The overall feel is classic and relaxed: measured service, reliable plates and a residential tempo that makes the room feel familiar and dependable. Instead of staging a performance, Cachivache aims to be the local table people return to night after night.
Best For
This is a natural spot for uncomplicated dinners with friends, regular neighbourhood gatherings and casual group meals. Positioned away from Madrid’s tasting-menu circuit, Cachivache is tailored to diners who value dependable food and the comfort of a familiar local address. It works well for small groups who want to share plates and linger, and for residents looking for an unfussy evening out rather than a formal celebration. The taberna is most rewarding when treated as a regular, relaxed dining option in Chamartín.
Ordering Tips
Treat the menu as a slate of shareable highlights. Start with the signature Iberian ham croquettes and the Octopus coca to get immediate contrast between rich and briny flavours, then sample the Duck dim sum and the Suckling lamb rolls to experience the kitchen’s inventive takes on proteins. The format suits ordering several dishes to pass round so everyone can try a range of preparations. Service and pacing here are deliberately relaxed, so expect a convivial, easygoing meal rather than a rushed sequence.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cool atmosphere with iron and wood decor, pops of color, black and white checkered floors, industrial lanterns, and a fun, relaxed vibe popular with young crowds.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Iberian ham croquettes
- Octopus coca
- Duck dim sum
- Suckling lamb rolls
Planning details
Location
C. de Serrano, 221, Chamartín, 28016 Madrid, Spain · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- KAA Madrid, Notable alternative
- Mar y Tierra - Chamartín, Notable alternative
- VelascoAbellà, Farm to table, €€€
- La Tajada, Contemporary, €€
- MULA Restaurante, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
Cachivache Taberna sits in Madrid's easy-to-book, neighbourhood-tavern tier, a practical contrast to the higher-stakes reservations and elevated price points at VelascoAbellà (€€€, farm-to-table format with visible awards) or the contemporary-casual accessibility of La Tajada (€€, broader online presence). Without published pricing, awards, or chef credentials, the venue reads as a reliable weeknight option rather than a destination booking. Mar y Tierra - Chamartín operates nearby and may offer similar accessibility with clearer reservation channels; MULA Restaurante provides another comparison point in the neighbourhood, though specific differentiation requires on-the-ground experience the data does not supply.
For diners chasing Madrid's broader culinary conversation, KAA Madrid and VelascoAbellà deliver higher polish and verifiable credentials. For neighbourhood consistency without pre-planning overhead, Cachivache Taberna fits the bill, but for a meal worth building an evening around, the city's tracked and awarded tables offer more upside. If you're already in Chamartín and need a table tonight, the venue works; if you're planning a week ahead and want to maximize the meal, book elsewhere.
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Compare Cachivache Taberna
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cachivache Taberna | Madrid | ; | ; | No published awards |
| KAA Madrid | Madrid | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Mar y Tierra - Chamartín | Madrid | ; | ; | No published awards |
| VelascoAbellà | Madrid | Farm to table | €€€ | Guía Repsol Soles 20262026 Michelin 1 Star2025 OAD Classical in Europe Ranked · #2692025 OAD Top Restaurants in Europe Ranked · #4392025 Michelin 1 Star2024 Michelin 1 Star |
| La Tajada | Madrid | Contemporary | €€ | 2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| MULA Restaurante | Madrid | ; | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cachivache Taberna good for a special occasion?
Cachivache Taberna has a casual dress code and daily lunch and dinner hours, so confirm directly if you need a particular setup for a special occasion.
What should I wear to Cachivache Taberna?
Casual dress is the dress code for Cachivache Taberna.
Can I eat at the bar at Cachivache Taberna?
For bar seating, check directly with the venue. Cachivache Taberna is open daily from 1–4 PM and from 8–11 PM, with dinner service extending to 11:30 PM Thursday through Saturday.
What are alternatives to Cachivache Taberna in Madrid?
Other Madrid options to compare include KAA Madrid, VelascoAbellà, La Tajada, MULA Restaurante, Mar y Tierra - Chamartín.
