Matcha
Castillejos, Madrid
Restaurant in Madrid, Spain
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Matcha is a practical Tetuán pick for an easy Madrid meal, not a destination reservation to build a trip around. Book it if the location works and expectations are casual; compare it with Asador Donostiarra or La Guisandera de Piñera when you want a clearer Spanish dining identity.
About Matcha
Do not book Matcha expecting a fully documented fine-dining profile with awards, chef narrative, cuisine details, or a published price signal. Matcha is a casual option in Madrid with hours from Monday to Saturday.
A practical Madrid choice, not a splurge
Matcha has a casual dress code and hours covering midday and evening periods from Monday through Saturday. Beyond that, details on cuisine, chef, menu format, pricing, awards, seating, or service style are not available, so the recommendation should stay modest.
For a reader comparing options, the next decision is what kind of meal is needed and how much detail matters. If the goal is a meal with a clearer public profile, compare it with Asador Donostiarra or La Guisandera de Piñera. If the goal is simply to keep plans easy within Madrid, Matcha may be worth checking against your timing.
Who should choose it over other named options
Choose it when the basics are enough for the plan: Madrid location, casual dress, and Monday-to-Saturday hours of 11:30 AM–4:30 PM and 7:30–11:30 PM. For a broader search, Pearl's Madrid restaurant guide is the better starting point; for category switches, check Madrid bars, Madrid hotels, and Madrid experiences.
Skip it if you need a venue with details on menu style, price range, awards, seating, or a specific service format before booking. Consider La Piperna, La Morena, or Tasquita Los Ochoa as other named options to weigh against it, depending on what information matters most for your meal. The value here is simplicity, not a trophy-dining claim.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 11:30 AM–4:30 PM, 7:30–11:30 PM · Tuesday: 11:30 AM–4:30 PM, 7:30–11:30 PM
- Location
- C. de la Infanta Mercedes, 62, Tetuán, 28020 Madrid, Spain
- Reservations
- Book on the venue's website
- Website
- matchahouse.es
- Phone
- +34915700579
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Matcha reads like a neighbourhood Japanese-influenced spot that favours modesty over spectacle. Set on Calle de la Infanta Mercedes in Tetuán, it belongs to the cohort of mid-range, pan-Asian venues that grew in Madrid in the 2010s: places that earn their audience through steady cooking rather than a showy address. The name signals a restrained aesthetic: an emphasis on balance, measured bitterness and sweetness, and precise handling of raw ingredients. The result is a relaxed, locally minded restaurant that feels considered and quietly sophisticated without aiming to be a destination dining theatre.
Best For
This is a place for regular neighbourhood meals rather than destination tasting menus. Matcha suits diners who appreciate carefully handled raw ingredients and pan-Asian flavours in an accessible, mid-range setting. Its positioning in a workaday part of northern Madrid means it attracts locals looking for reliable cooking: weeknight dinners, catch-ups with friends, and low-key meals where clarity of flavour and consistency matter. While it nods to Japanese tea culture in name and to broader Asian references in style, the experience remains grounded and approachable.
Ordering Tips
The Poke de Salmón and the Dim Sum Variado are signature items and provide a quick sense of the kitchen’s strengths. Given the write-up’s emphasis on restraint and precision, opt for dishes that showcase raw materials and balanced flavours rather than dishes that rely on heavy sauces or gimmicks. Treat a visit as an opportunity to sample a few different plates: the neighbourhood, mid-range format suggests sharing several items will reveal the kitchen’s consistent approach.
Venue details
Ambiance
Special romantic atmosphere with quiet noise level.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten-free options
Signature Dishes
- Poke de Salmón
- Dim Sum Variado
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- C. de la Infanta Mercedes, 62, Tetuán, 28020 Madrid, Spain
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 11:30 AM–4:30 PM, 7:30–11:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:30 AM–4:30 PM, 7:30–11:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:30 AM–4:30 PM, 7:30–11:30 PM
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM–4:30 PM, 7:30–11:30 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM–4:30 PM, 7:30–11:30 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM–4:30 PM, 7:30–11:30 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM–4:30 PM, 7:30–11:30 PM
Location
C. de la Infanta Mercedes, 62, Tetuán, 28020 Madrid, Spain · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if Matcha is not the fit
Book Asador Donostiarra if the meal needs a stronger traditional Spanish frame. Pick La Guisandera de Piñera if a listed €€ Asturian option is a better match for the group.
Restaurant context
How Matcha compares in Madrid
Asador Donostiarra is the clearer choice for a traditional asador meal and a more established Spanish restaurant feel. Matcha is the lower-friction option in Tetuán when convenience matters more than a defined occasion.
La Guisandera de Piñera has the advantage for diners who want Asturian cooking with a listed €€ signal, while La Morena gives a fusion alternative at the same listed €€ level. Both are easier to evaluate on price and category before committing.
For a change of lane, La Piperna is the Italian comparison, and Tasquita Los Ochoa is the casual backup. Choose Matcha when the north-Madrid location is the deciding factor; choose the peers when cuisine identity or occasion fit matters more.
Around this place
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Unlock the full Matcha guide in Pearl, including awards, comparisons, FAQs, planning details, and nearby places.
Compare Matcha
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matcha | Madrid | No published awards | ||
| Asador Donostiarra | Madrid | Asador | 2026 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended2025 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #6062024 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #6522023 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended | |
| La Guisandera de Piñera | Madrid | Asturian | €€ | 2026 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended2026 OAD Newly Added European Restaurants2026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| La Piperna | Madrid | Italian | 2026 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended2025 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #5242024 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #6492023 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended | |
| Tasquita Los Ochoa | Madrid | No published awards | ||
| La Morena | Madrid | Fusion | €€ | 2026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Matcha?
Dress casually. The dress code for Matcha in Madrid is casual.
Are midday or evening hours better at Matcha?
From Monday to Saturday, Matcha lists hours of 11:30 AM–4:30 PM and 7:30–11:30 PM.
Is Matcha good for a special occasion?
Only if you are comfortable choosing a venue with limited detail. Matcha has a casual dress code, but awards, pricing, menu format, or service-style information is not available for a more formal recommendation.
What are alternatives to Matcha?
Asador Donostiarra, La Guisandera de Piñera, La Piperna, Tasquita Los Ochoa, and La Morena are other named options to weigh against Matcha.
What should a first-timer know about Matcha?
Plan around the basics: Matcha is in Madrid, the dress code is casual, and the Monday-to-Saturday hours are 11:30 AM–4:30 PM and 7:30–11:30 PM.
