Restaurant in Madrid, Spain

Caja de Cerillas

Name: Caja de Cerillas
Address: C/ de Donoso Cortés, 8, Chamberí, 28015 Madrid, Spain, Madrid, ES
Telephone: +34 630 13 24 14

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About Caja de Cerillas

Caja de Cerillas is worth considering for a polished Chamberí meal when the priority is recognition, conversation, a lower-key occasion rather than a showy tasting-menu production. Go in flexible: cuisine details, named dishes, pricing, counter format are not confirmed here, so it suits diners who trust the kitchen more than those who need every choice mapped out in advance.

Caja de Cerillas is a Madrid restaurant with clearly verified recognition: Michelin Plate 2026, Opinionated About Dining Casual in Europe Ranked #119 for 2026, Opinionated About Dining Newly Added European Restaurants 2026. The practical reset is simple: consider it for a recognized Madrid meal, not for an assumed chef-counter format, signature dish, cuisine style, or tasting-menu structure that is not confirmed here.

The case for planning around it is strongest when outside recognition and weekday availability matter. Verified hours list lunch and dinner service Monday through Friday, with the restaurant closed Saturday and Sunday. For readers building a shortlist, it can be compared naturally with other options such as Alabao Restaurante, Semilla Tomate, Chez Pepito, Don Benito San Roque, El Jardín del Mar, depending on the occasion and availability.

Book for a recognized Madrid meal, not an assumed format

The safest expectation is a restaurant with confirmed recognition and a smart casual dress code, without relying on unverified details about cuisine, chef, seat count, menu format, or named dishes. Let the restaurant guide the meal rather than arrive with a fixed order based on unsupported claims.

For a special plan, use the verified practical details first: Caja de Cerillas serves Monday to Friday from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM and again from 8:00 PM to 10:45 PM, it is closed on weekends. If the plan includes a wider Madrid stay, pair the restaurant decision with our full Madrid bars guide and our full Madrid hotels guide.

Who should choose it over another table

Choose Caja de Cerillas if the priority is a Madrid restaurant with Michelin Plate 2026 recognition and a 2026 Opinionated About Dining listing. Skip it if the group needs confirmed details here on cuisine style, dietary policy, group capacity, price, or a defined menu format before booking.

For broader planning, our full Madrid restaurants guide is the better starting point if the decision is still open. If you are comparing within this set, consider Caja de Cerillas alongside Alabao Restaurante, Semilla Tomate, Chez Pepito, Don Benito San Roque, El Jardín del Mar, then confirm the latest availability and details directly with the venue.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I wear to Caja de Cerillas?

Choose smart casual clothing. That is the verified dress code for Caja de Cerillas in Madrid.

Is lunch or dinner better at Caja de Cerillas?

Both lunch and dinner are listed on weekdays. Verified hours are Monday to Friday from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM and 8:00 PM to 10:45 PM; the restaurant is closed Saturday and Sunday.

What are alternatives to Caja de Cerillas?

Compare Caja de Cerillas with Semilla Tomate and Alabao Restaurante if those venues fit your plans. Caja de Cerillas has verified Michelin Plate 2026 recognition and 2026 Opinionated About Dining listings.

Does Caja de Cerillas handle dietary restrictions?

The verified details here do not include a dietary-restrictions policy, allergy policy, or set menu format. Mention any needs when arranging the table and confirm directly with the restaurant.

Can Caja de Cerillas accommodate groups?

The verified details here do not include group capacity or seating information. If you are planning for a group, check the venue's official channels and compare availability with Don Benito San Roque or Chez Pepito.

Is Caja de Cerillas good for a special occasion?

It can be a strong candidate if you want a Madrid restaurant with verified recognition, including Michelin Plate 2026 and Opinionated About Dining recognition in 2026. Confirm current availability and practical details before planning around it.

What should I order at Caja de Cerillas?

No specific signature dish is verified here. Ask the restaurant for current recommendations when you book or when you arrive, check the venue's official channels for the latest details.

Location

C/ de Donoso Cortés, 8, Chamberí, 28015 Madrid, Spain

Compare Caja de Cerillas

Caja de Cerillas Madrid and similar venues

Venue	Location	Awards
Caja de Cerillas	Madrid	Michelin Plate (2026); Opinionated About Dining Casual in Europe Ranked #119 (2026); Opinionated About Dining Newly Added European Restaurants (2026)
Semilla Tomate	Madrid	,
Alabao Restaurante	Madrid	,
El Jardín del Mar	Madrid	,
Don Benito San Roque	Madrid	,
Chez Pepito	Madrid	,

How Caja de Cerillas Madrid compares with similar nearby venues.

Also Consider

Semilla Tomate, Notable alternative
Alabao Restaurante, Notable alternative
El Jardín del Mar, Notable alternative
Don Benito San Roque, Notable alternative
Chez Pepito, Notable alternative

How it compares in Madrid

Caja de Cerillas is the safer pick for diners who want a recognized Chamberí address with an occasion-ready feel, especially when the group is small and flexible. Semilla Tomate, Alabao Restaurante, El Jardín del Mar, Don Benito San Roque, Chez Pepito are the right cross-shops if the main question is availability, room style, or a more casual backup plan.

For value, compare menus and current pricing before choosing: Caja de Cerillas has the stronger recognition signal, while the peers may make more sense if a lighter meal or simpler booking is the goal. For ambiance, choose Caja de Cerillas when Chamberí works for the night; choose one of the alternatives when location or group logistics matter more than awards.

If Caja de Cerillas is unavailable, start with Semilla Tomate or Chez Pepito as practical fallbacks. For diners prioritizing seafood or a more specific brief, El Jardín del Mar is the cleaner comparison to check first.