Picalagartos Skybar & Restaurant
Chueca, Madrid
Restaurant in Madrid, Spain
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Price
$30–50per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Picalagartos Skybar & Restaurant is a Gran Vía rooftop choice for dates, birthdays, and weekend daytime plans where the room matters as much as the meal. Choose it for central Madrid energy and flexible lunch-to-late hours; cross-shop Angelita Madrid if wine is the priority or Gran Vía 18 if you want to stay in the same area.
About Picalagartos Skybar & Restaurant
Picalagartos Skybar & Restaurant is a Madrid venue with opening hours into the night and a smart casual dress code.
Madrid planning basics
The schedule is broad: Monday to Friday from 1 PM to 1 AM, and Saturday to Sunday from 12 PM to 1 AM. It is useful for afternoon or evening plans in Madrid.
The dress code is smart casual. For guests deciding what to wear, a neat, polished outfit is the safest interpretation without assuming a formal fine-dining requirement.
Who should choose it, and who should cross-shop
Choose Picalagartos Skybar & Restaurant if the name, Madrid location, hours, and smart casual dress code fit the kind of outing you are planning.
For another Madrid option, compare with Angelita Madrid. Gran Vía 18 may also be worth checking while planning. For wider Madrid planning, use our full Madrid restaurants guide, then cross-check stays in our full Madrid hotels guide and drinks in our full Madrid bars guide.
Quick reference: facts are the Madrid location, smart casual dress code, and hours of 1 PM to 1 AM Monday to Friday and 12 PM to 1 AM Saturday and Sunday.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 1 PM–1 AM · Tuesday: 1 PM–1 AM
- Location
- Gran Vía, 21, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain
- Reservations
- Book on CoverManager
- Website
- picalagartos.azoteagrupo.com
- Phone
- +34915301761
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Picalagartos Skybar & Restaurant perches above Gran Vía and trades on that altitude: the arrival across upper floors primes guests for an evening where the city panorama is part of the proposition. The rooftop frames Belle Époque rooflines and, on clear days, the Sierra de Guadarrama, turning a meal into an occasion. The venue positions itself as a considered, sociable counterpoint to tasting‑menu temples, equally invested in drinks and food, so the atmosphere feels polished and sophisticated rather than purely touristic. It reads as a modern, iconic spot in Centro that leans into its view as a core part of the experience.
Best For
This is a night-out destination for evenings and milestone outings: its proximity to the Teatro Real and the cultural density of Centro make it a natural stop before or after performances. The rooftop format and panoramic outlook encourage lingering, so it works well for celebratory dinners, pre‑theatre gatherings and anything built around an itinerary in the neighbourhood's hotels and institutions. While the setting carries spectacle, the kitchen and bar are deliberate enough to justify an evening visit on their own, making it appropriate for special-occasion dining that doubles as a city-view experience.
Ordering Tips
Treat the visit as a sociable, shareable evening: start with a cocktail from the trained bar program and order plates to pass so the table can sample both drinks and food. The kitchen aims to match the setting: opt for signature or standout small plates (the patatas bravas mille feuille is highlighted) and balance richer items with lighter tastes so you can enjoy the view between courses. Plan the timing for an evening seat to make the most of the panorama toward the Sierra de Guadarrama and the Belle Époque skyline.
Venue details
Ambiance
Laid-back bohemian style with modern decor, lounge sofas, colorful cushions, and floor lamps creating a relaxed 1950s-inspired atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
View
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Large
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Small plates
- Drinks Focus
- Cocktails
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
patatas bravas mille feuille
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Gran Vía, 21, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 1 PM–1 AM
- Tuesday
- 1 PM–1 AM
- Wednesday
- 1 PM–1 AM
- Thursday
- 1 PM–1 AM
- Friday
- 1 PM–1 AM
- Saturday
- 12 PM–1 AM
- Sunday
- 12 PM–1 AM
Location
Gran Vía, 21, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain · Directions
Also consider
If you cannot get the table
For a nearby alternative with less rooftop emphasis, try Gran Vía 18. For a stronger wine-bar angle, choose Angelita Madrid instead.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Madrid
Picalagartos Skybar & Restaurant is the pick when ambiance and central location lead the decision. Against Angelita Madrid, it is less clearly wine-focused but better suited to a rooftop-style celebration or a date that needs Gran Vía energy. Angelita Madrid is the smarter choice when the bottle list is the main event.
Compared with Gran Vía 18 and Restaurante Las Infantas, Picalagartos is the more occasion-driven option. Those peers make more sense for a simpler central meal, while this address is better when the group wants a setting that feels like part of the plan. Booking difficulty is marked easy, so it is also useful when a celebration needs a central fallback without chasing a hard table.
HEMU SUSHI BUFFET LIBRE sits in a different lane: choose it for a buffet-style sushi plan rather than a rooftop meal. Brach Madrid is the broader hospitality cross-shop, especially if the meal connects to hotel plans. For value, start with the simpler peers; for mood, Picalagartos has the clearer role.
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Compare Picalagartos Skybar & Restaurant
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Picalagartos Skybar & Restaurant | Madrid | No published awards | |
| HEMU SUSHI BUFFET LIBRE | Madrid | No published awards | |
| Angelita Madrid | Madrid | Wine Bar | No published awards |
| Restaurante Las Infantas | Madrid | No published awards | |
| Gran Vía 18 | Madrid | No published awards | |
| Brach Madrid | Madrid | No published awards |
How Picalagartos Skybar & Restaurant Madrid compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to Picalagartos Skybar & Restaurant in Madrid?
For another Madrid option, consider Angelita Madrid. Gran Vía 18 is another venue to compare when planning in Madrid. Pearl does not have menu, price, or service-format details for Picalagartos Skybar & Restaurant, so compare current details directly before booking.
What should I wear to Picalagartos Skybar & Restaurant?
The dress code is smart casual. A neat, polished outfit is the safest choice; Pearl does not have information indicating a formal dress requirement.
Is lunch or dinner better at Picalagartos Skybar & Restaurant?
The hours begin at 1 PM Monday to Friday and 12 PM on Saturday and Sunday, and run until 1 AM every day. Pearl does not have information on separate lunch or dinner menus, so choose a time based on the current availability you confirm with the venue.
Is Picalagartos Skybar & Restaurant good for solo dining?
Pearl does not have information on seating layout, bar dining, or solo-diner policies. Solo guests should confirm current booking and seating options directly with Picalagartos Skybar & Restaurant.
Is Picalagartos Skybar & Restaurant good for a special occasion?
It may suit an occasion if the Madrid location, smart casual dress code, and late hours fit your plans. Pearl does not have information on views, private rooms, celebratory packages, menu style, or pricing, so confirm those details before booking for an important event.
Can I eat at the bar at Picalagartos Skybar & Restaurant?
Pearl does not have information on bar seating or whether food is served at the bar.
