COKIMA
Gaztambide, Madrid
Restaurant in Madrid, Spain
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Price
$30–50per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
COKIMA is a practical Chamberí option for an easy Madrid lunch or dinner, but it is not the pick if the night needs a named chef, awards signal, or clearly defined counter format. Choose it for convenience and a low-drama plan; compare Nakeima for dumplings, Tripea for fusion, and Nan Hotpot Madrid for groups.
About COKIMA
COKIMA is a Madrid venue to plan around its opening windows rather than an improvised stop. The details are useful: hours are listed for lunch and dinner on most days, Tuesday is closed, and Friday and Saturday dinner runs later than the rest of the week.
Choose it for timing and a casual plan
The smart read is simple: consider COKIMA when its Madrid location and current hours fit your schedule. Information is not available for a specific cuisine, chef, tasting-menu format, counter setup, award, price point, or signature dish, so expectations should stay practical rather than built around a specific hook.
COKIMA lists lunch and dinner hours on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, with Tuesday closed. Dress is casual, so the plan does not need to be formal.
Where it fits among other choices
COKIMA can sit alongside other options depending on the kind of meal you want. If you are comparing names, Nakeima, Tripea, Mikuna, Hakuna Matata Veggie, and Nan Hotpot Madrid are other venues to consider, but COKIMA should be judged on its own basics: Madrid location, casual dress, and the service windows.
The verdict: COKIMA is a sensible Madrid option if the hours work for your plan and you are comfortable checking current details before you go. It is open for lunch and dinner most days, closed Tuesday, and has later dinner hours on Friday and Saturday.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 1:30–4 PM, 8–10:30 PM · Tuesday: Closed
- Location
- C. de Andrés Mellado, 21, Chamberí, 28015 Madrid, Spain
- Reservations
- Book on the venue's website
- Website
- grupotombo.com
- Phone
- +34915989401
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Perched on Calle de Andrés Mellado in Chamberí, COKIMA leans into the district’s quieter, residential register. The dining room favors competence and consistency over spectacle, attracting neighbourhood regulars who value unhurried meals and reliable cooking. The tone is restrained and relaxed rather than theatrical, so evenings unfold at a measured pace; the kitchen’s focus on technique shows through dishes such as artichokes in truffle and orange sauce, seabass Bloody Mary ceviche and a pastrami bikini. It reads like a local restaurant built for return visits: discreet, steady and quietly confident in its cuisine.
Best For
Because COKIMA sits in a residential stretch of Chamberí and caters to neighbourhood regulars, it suits low-key gatherings as much as casual nights out. It works well for small group dinners where guests appreciate steady service and composed plates, and it fits a relaxed date night that prizes good cooking without theatrics. The restaurant’s restrained approach makes it approachable for repeat visits and for diners who prefer conversation to spectacle. It’s not pitched as a tourist destination; rather it rewards locals and visitors who seek dependable, thoughtfully executed dishes.
Ordering Tips
Start with the standouts named in the venue’s signature list: the artichokes in truffle and orange sauce and the seabass Bloody Mary ceviche are named highlights, and the pastrami bikini offers a playful, savory contrast. Opt to sample a few plates rather than sticking to one course if you’re sharing with a companion; these dishes showcase the kitchen’s emphasis on technique and clear flavors. Because the menu leans on composed preparation rather than theatrical presentation, focus on texture and seasoning when choosing. If in doubt, ask about the kitchen’s current recommendations: staff are likely to steer you to what’s freshest.
Venue details
Ambiance
Charming small space with high tables, lovely terrace, and a fun, madness-inspired atmosphere blending wood-smoke and citrus aromas.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- artichokes in truffle and orange sauce
- seabass Bloody Mary ceviche
- pastrami bikini
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- C. de Andrés Mellado, 21, Chamberí, 28015 Madrid, Spain
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 1:30–4 PM, 8–10:30 PM
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 1:30–4 PM, 8–10:30 PM
- Thursday
- 1:30–4 PM, 8–10:30 PM
- Friday
- 1:30–4 PM, 8–11:30 PM
- Saturday
- 1:30–4 PM, 8–11:30 PM
- Sunday
- 1:30–4 PM, 8–10:30 PM
Location
C. de Andrés Mellado, 21, Chamberí, 28015 Madrid, Spain · Directions
Also consider
If COKIMA does not fit the plan
Try Nakeima if the table wants a more defined dumpling-bar experience. For a larger group or a shared-table meal, Nan Hotpot Madrid is the cleaner fallback.
Restaurant context
How COKIMA compares in Madrid
COKIMA is the safer choice when the brief is an easy Chamberí meal with less planning pressure. Nakeima has the clearer identity for diners who want a dumpling-bar format, so choose that when the counter-style experience is the draw rather than the neighborhood.
For groups, Nan Hotpot Madrid is the more obvious call because hotpot naturally works around shared ordering and longer table time. Hakuna Matata Veggie is the smarter fallback when dietary preferences are central to the booking.
Tripea is the better cross-shop for diners who want fusion as the point of the meal, while Mikuna belongs in the same casual Madrid conversation. COKIMA wins when convenience and current availability matter more than a tightly defined restaurant category.
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Compare COKIMA
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| COKIMA | Madrid | No published awards | |
| Nakeima | Madrid | Dumpling Bar | Guía Repsol Soles 20262026 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended2025 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #4472024 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #6022023 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended |
| Hakuna Matata Veggie | Madrid | No published awards | |
| Mikuna | Madrid | No published awards | |
| Nan Hotpot Madrid | Madrid | No published awards | |
| Tripea | Madrid | Fusion | Guía Repsol Soles 20262026 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended2025 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #555 |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to COKIMA?
Other venues to compare include Nan Hotpot Madrid, Hakuna Matata Veggie, Nakeima, Mikuna, and Tripea. Choose based on the kind of meal you want.
What should a first-timer know about COKIMA?
Treat COKIMA as a practical Madrid choice with casual dress. It lists lunch and dinner hours on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, closes on Tuesday, and has later dinner hours on Friday and Saturday.
What should I wear to COKIMA?
COKIMA's dress code is casual. For a Madrid meal, neat and relaxed clothing is appropriate.
