EL ENEMIGO
Almagro, Madrid
Restaurant in Madrid, Spain
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Book EL ENEMIGO for an easy Chamberí dinner when the goal is a polished Madrid setting rather than a documented chef-led tasting menu. It is a practical celebration or business-meal option, but diners choosing by cuisine, sourcing detail, or awards should compare it with Soy Kitchen, Quimbaya, Izariya, or Las Tortillas de Gabino first.
About EL ENEMIGO
Should you book EL ENEMIGO in Madrid? With limited information, the safest recommendation is practical rather than menu-led: consider it when you want a Madrid restaurant with daily lunch and dinner hours and a smart-casual dress code.
Details such as a street address, neighborhood, chef, cuisine, price tier, awards record, menu format, or signature dish are not listed. That means the decision should not be built around a specific culinary claim. Use EL ENEMIGO as a Madrid option when the schedule fits; verify current details directly before making plans.
Better for a direct Madrid plan than a credential-led splurge
The clearest strength is availability across the week: EL ENEMIGO is listed for lunch and dinner daily, with hours of 1–3:30 PM and 8:30–11:30 PM. The dress code is smart casual. Beyond that, menu details are insufficient to describe it as chef-led, tasting-menu focused, cuisine-specific, or award-driven. For broader Madrid planning, Our full Madrid restaurants guide is the better starting point.
If you want to compare it with other named options, consider Soy Kitchen, Quimbaya, Izariya, or Las Tortillas de Gabino. Treat those as separate research paths rather than direct substitutes based on cuisine, price, or format details not specified for EL ENEMIGO.
How to decide quickly
Choose EL ENEMIGO when its Madrid location, daily lunch-and-dinner schedule, smart-casual dress code fit the occasion. Skip it if the occasion depends on accolades, a published tasting format, a stated cuisine, a known chef, or a documented signature dish. For a wider evening plan around the city, pair restaurant research with Our full Madrid hotels guide, Our full Madrid bars guide, Our full Madrid wineries guide, Our full Madrid experiences guide.
Planning details
- Location
- Calle de Zurbano, 43, Chamberí, 28010 Madrid, Spain
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- elenemigo.es
- Phone
- +34912871859
The take
The Take
The Vibe
El Enemigo sits deliberately within Chamberí’s calm, residential pulse, presenting a low-key, serious dining proposition rather than theatrical spectacle. The room and its street feel established and composed—century-old buildings and quiet commerce set a restrained backdrop for focused cooking. Regulars and neighbourhood diners shape the atmosphere, so the service and energy skew toward measured and attentive rather than flashy. Expect an intimate, discreet dining experience that privileges quality and consistency over trend-chasing; the tone is mature, quietly confident and anchored in local rhythm.
Best For
This is the kind of neighbourhood restaurant that rewards repeat visits and suits dinner occasions that prefer privacy and discretion. It fits date nights that want intimacy without fuss, business dinners that value a quiet table and attentive service, and family evenings where comfort and steady quality matter. Because the venue is positioned away from tourist circuits and framed by a residential street, it works best for guests who appreciate restrained, serious cooking and a calm dining room rather than loud or performative formats.
Ordering Tips
The kitchen leans into substantial, meat-forward preparations: signature items include gizzards, ojo de bife, solomillo argentino and wagyu entraña, so ordering several of those dishes is a good way to sample the house strengths. Given the neighbourhood focus on retention rather than novelty, anticipate reliably executed, unfussy plates—choose the standout cuts if you want to experience the restaurant’s core identity. If you share, pick a selection of the meat signatures to get a rounded sense of the kitchen’s technique and flavor priorities.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy and warm with dim lighting, soft music, wooden tables, candles, and an inviting atmosphere that feels romantic and sophisticated.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- gizzards
- ojo de bife
- solomillo argentino
- wagyu entrana
Planning details
Location
Calle de Zurbano, 43, Chamberí, 28010 Madrid, Spain · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Soy Kitchen, Fusion, €€€
- Quimbaya, Colombian, €€€
- Izariya, Japanese, €€€
- Las Tortillas de Gabino, Traditional Cuisine, €€
- Llauna, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in Madrid
EL ENEMIGO is the easier, more neutral choice when the group wants a central Madrid dinner without locking into a specific cuisine. Soy Kitchen is the stronger pick for diners who want a defined fusion angle at a €€€ level, while Quimbaya makes more sense when Colombian cooking is the reason for the booking.
For Japanese food, Izariya gives the decision a clearer direction, also in the €€€ bracket. If value for money matters more than a special-occasion room, Las Tortillas de Gabino is the safer lower-tier alternative at €€, especially for a more traditional Madrid meal.
Llauna is worth checking when availability is the main issue, but the stronger cross-shops are the venues with clear cuisine and price signals. Use EL ENEMIGO for ease and Chamberí convenience; use the others when the meal needs a sharper culinary brief.
Around this place
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Compare EL ENEMIGO
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EL ENEMIGO | Madrid | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Soy Kitchen | Madrid | Fusion | €€€ | 2026 OAD Casual in Europe RecommendedGuía Repsol Soles 20262026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Quimbaya | Madrid | Colombian | €€€ | Guía Repsol Soles 20262026 Michelin 1 Star2025 Michelin 1 Star2024 Michelin 1 Star |
| Izariya | Madrid | Japanese | €€€ | 2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Las Tortillas de Gabino | Madrid | Traditional Cuisine | €€ | 2026 Bib Gourmand2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand |
| Llauna | Madrid | ; | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to EL ENEMIGO?
EL ENEMIGO lists a smart-casual dress code. Neat city clothing is the safest choice for lunch or dinner in Madrid.
Is EL ENEMIGO good for solo dining?
A solo-dining setup is not listed for EL ENEMIGO. Its hours cover lunch and dinner daily, so a solo visit may be practical if the venue can accommodate your visit; check directly before going.
What should I order at EL ENEMIGO?
A signature dish, cuisine, or menu format is not listed for EL ENEMIGO. Review the current menu directly before visiting if a specific style of meal is important.
