Monster Sushi Zurbano
Almagro, Madrid
Restaurant in Madrid, Spain
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Monster Sushi Zurbano is a practical Chamberí pick for an easy sushi-leaning meal, especially when flexibility matters more than ceremony. It is a weaker choice for diners prioritizing a documented wine program, chef-led format, or award-backed destination dinner; cross-shop En la Parra or La Biblioteca de Santo Mauro for a more occasion-driven plan.
About Monster Sushi Zurbano
For Monster Sushi Zurbano, the planning details are straightforward: it is in Madrid, the dress code is casual, the venue has daily afternoon and evening hours. Treat it as a practical Madrid option when timing and an informal dress code matter more than accolades, a named chef, or a specific service format.
The strongest case here is scheduling. Monster Sushi Zurbano is open every day from 1:30–5 PM and again from 8 PM, closing at 12 AM Sunday through Thursday and 1 AM on Friday and Saturday. That makes it useful for either an afternoon visit or a later evening plan, especially when you need a venue with hours that extend beyond a narrow dinner window.
Use it for a casual Madrid visit, with expectations kept grounded
Plan around the basics: Madrid location, casual dress, daily afternoon and evening hours. If drinks, a formal menu structure, or an accolade trail are essential to the evening, compare options carefully before committing.
That does not make Monster Sushi Zurbano a weak choice; it simply sets the right expectations. It is best considered when the priority is a casual venue in Madrid with a schedule that covers both afternoon and evening hours. It is less suited to planning that depends on details such as a specific menu format, a destination beverage program, or a named culinary team.
Who should consider it, who should cross-shop first
Choose Monster Sushi Zurbano when these basics match the plan: Madrid, casual dress, daily afternoon and evening hours. If the occasion depends on a different atmosphere or a more clearly defined concept, compare it with La Biblioteca de Santo Mauro, La Vaquería Montañesa, El D3S3O, Asiakō, or En la Parra before deciding.
The practical read: Monster Sushi Zurbano is easiest to recommend as a flexible Madrid option rather than as a venue defined by awards, price, chef, or format. Afternoon hours begin at 1:30 PM daily, evening hours run until midnight most nights, with later 1 AM closing on Friday and Saturday. For broader planning, use Madrid restaurant guide alongside the Madrid bars guide if drinks before or after are part of the plan.
Planning details
- Location
- Calle de Zurbano, 26, Chamberí, 28010 Madrid, Spain
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- monstersushi.es
- Phone
- +34919075679
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Monster Sushi Zurbano presents itself as a deliberate counterpoint to its Spanish surroundings: a Japanese-format sushi counter dropped into a quieter, residential stretch of Chamberí. The piece frames the restaurant as approachable rather than trophy dining, a place that settles into everyday neighbourhood rhythms rather than courting reservation-hungry, high-price circuits. Its scale and setting read as unpretentious and relaxed, with the counter-focused layout fostering an intimate, hands-on dining dynamic. Overall the venue feels like a local-oriented sushi room that prioritises accessibility and repeat visits over grandstanding culinary theater.
Best For
This Monster Sushi location is best for practical, everyday occasions: a focused working lunch, a relaxed dinner with a friend, or a solo meal at the counter. The copy explicitly notes the menu format suits a working lunch and avoids the commitment of a tasting menu, so it is ideal for visitors who want quality sushi without the formality or price of Madrid’s top-tier Nikkei rooms. Neighbourhood residents and workers who eat out frequently will find it particularly convenient as an approachable Japanese option in Chamberí.
Ordering Tips
Approach the menu à la carte: the venue is presented as an accessible alternative to tasting-menu destinations, so pick a handful of signature plates rather than expecting an omakase. The description highlights the Nikkei roll, Tuna Tataki and Ceviche as standouts—good anchors for a shared meal or a compact solo spread. If you can, sit at the counter to take advantage of the chefs-counter format and the close-up view of preparation. The restaurant’s positioning in a residential area makes it well suited to a quick, quality working lunch or a relaxed evening plate-by-plate.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy yet daring corners with urban, informal, cool, and alternative vibe full of color.
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
- Nikkei roll
- Tuna Tataki
- Ceviche
Planning details
Location
Calle de Zurbano, 26, Chamberí, 28010 Madrid, Spain · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- El D3S3O, Notable alternative
- La Biblioteca de Santo Mauro, Notable alternative
- La Vaquería Montañesa, Notable alternative
- En la Parra, Contemporary, €€€
- Asiakō, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Monster Sushi Zurbano compares in Madrid
Monster Sushi Zurbano is the easy-booking, lower-ceremony option in this set. Choose it when the group wants sushi in Chamberí and does not need a tasting-menu structure or a wine-led evening. En la Parra is the clearer pick for a more composed contemporary dinner at €€€, especially if the meal needs to feel more planned and occasion-ready.
La Biblioteca de Santo Mauro is the better cross-shop when ambiance and polish matter more than speed or informality. La Vaquería Montañesa makes more sense for diners who want a Spanish-leaning meal rather than sushi. For a similar Asian-adjacent lane, compare availability with Asiakō; for a broader Madrid wildcard, check El D3S3O.
Value depends on what the night is trying to do. Monster Sushi Zurbano is the sensible pick for convenience and flexibility, not for a documented cellar, awards trail, or destination dining signal. If the booking is meant to anchor a special occasion, start with En la Parra or La Biblioteca de Santo Mauro; if the priority is an uncomplicated sushi plan, stay here.
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Compare Monster Sushi Zurbano
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monster Sushi Zurbano | Madrid | ; | ; | No published awards |
| El D3S3O | Madrid | ; | ; | No published awards |
| La Biblioteca de Santo Mauro | Madrid | ; | ; | No published awards |
| La Vaquería Montañesa | Madrid | ; | ; | No published awards |
| En la Parra | Madrid | Contemporary | €€€ | 2026 Michelin 1 Star2025 Michelin 1 Star2024 Michelin 1 Star |
| Asiakō | Madrid | ; | ; | No published awards |
How Monster Sushi Zurbano Madrid compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Monster Sushi Zurbano?
Does Monster Sushi Zurbano handle dietary restrictions?
Is Monster Sushi Zurbano good for a special occasion?
It can be considered for a casual occasion in Madrid if the hours and informal dress code suit your plans. If the night depends on a particular setting or format, compare it with options such as La Biblioteca de Santo Mauro before deciding.
Can Monster Sushi Zurbano accommodate groups?
For any group visit, confirm directly with the venue before you go. You can also compare Monster Sushi Zurbano with La Vaquería Montañesa or En la Parra if you are still deciding among Madrid options.
What are alternatives to Monster Sushi Zurbano in Madrid?
Other Madrid options to compare include La Biblioteca de Santo Mauro, La Vaquería Montañesa, Asiakō, El D3S3O, En la Parra. Choose among them based on the kind of timing and atmosphere you want.
Is afternoon or evening better at Monster Sushi Zurbano?
Monster Sushi Zurbano is open daily from 1:30–5 PM and again from 8 PM, closing at 12 AM Sunday through Thursday and 1 AM on Friday and Saturday. Evening offers the latest timing, especially at the end of the week.
What should a first-timer know about Monster Sushi Zurbano?
First-timers should know that Monster Sushi Zurbano is in Madrid, the dress code is casual, the hours cover daily afternoon and evening periods. For menu, price, seating, chef, dietary details, check directly before making plans around them.
