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    Salvaje, Restaurant in Madrid
    Restaurant

    Salvaje

    Castellana, Madrid

    Restaurant in Madrid, Spain

    The Read

    Price

    $50–100per person

    Dress

    Smart Casual

    Why go

    Salvaje is a Salamanca pick for diners who care about the room and the occasion more than a deeply documented chef-led format. Dinner is the stronger choice for atmosphere; lunch is better for conversation or a calmer special meal. Cross-shop carefully if cuisine specificity or award-backed dining is the priority.

    About Salvaje

    Salvaje is a Madrid venue with daily midday and evening hours: 1:30–4 PM and 8 PM–12:30 AM every day. The dress code is smart casual, so it is best approached as a place where guests should dress neatly.

    Consider Salvaje when its hours and smart-casual dress code fit your plans, and compare with other Madrid dining options if you need a specific culinary style or format.

    Book it for the schedule and dress code, not for other specifics

    The clearest planning advantage is the daily rhythm: Salvaje has both midday and evening hours every day, from 1:30 to 4 PM and from 8 PM to 12:30 AM. That makes it direct to consider for either midday or evening plans in Madrid.

    For planning a wider trip, use our full Madrid restaurants guide alongside our full Madrid hotels guide if the meal is part of a stay. For pre- or post-dinner planning, our full Madrid bars guide can help with the rest of the evening.

    Who should choose it

    Choose Salvaje if you want a Madrid option with daily midday and evening hours and a smart-casual dress code. If you are choosing based on a specific cuisine, named dishes, a chef narrative, prices, awards, or a particular seating format, those details are not specified, so compare carefully before committing.

    The takeSalvaje is best experienced in the evening, where the restaurant’s pacing and wine depth matter most. The room must sustain attention “across a full evening,” so dinner is the primary occasion here. The combination of calibrated service and a serious wine list makes the place well suited to business dinners or adults seeking a composed, professional setting for conversation. Its Salamanca address also makes it a good pick for locals and well-traveled diners who want a polished neighbourhood option for a full, unrushed meal.
    Venue detailsWheelchair Accessible
    Know before you goBefore you book
    Also considerAlternatives
    Restaurant contextMadrid, Spain

    Planning details

    Hours
    Monday: 1:30–4 PM, 8 PM–12:30 AM · Tuesday: 1:30–4 PM, 8 PM–12:30 AM
    Location
    Calle Velázquez, 62, Salamanca, 28001 Madrid, Spain
    Reservations
    Book on OpenTable
    Website
    opentable.com/restaurant/profile/199167
    Phone
    +34911088818
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    The take

    The Take

    The Vibe

    Salvaje leans on restraint rather than spectacle: considered materials, controlled lighting and a measured service cadence shape the room. The interior reads contemporary and pared-back, favoring subtle confidence over theatrical staging. Located on Calle Velázquez in Salamanca, the restaurant matches the polished, updated tastes of the neighbourhood while maintaining a calm, composed presence. Guests notice the discipline in design and execution on arrival: the space feels intentional and comfortable for people who appreciate detail and a refined, low-key atmosphere.

    Best For

    Salvaje is best experienced in the evening, where the restaurant’s pacing and wine depth matter most. The room must sustain attention “across a full evening,” so dinner is the primary occasion here. The combination of calibrated service and a serious wine list makes the place well suited to business dinners or adults seeking a composed, professional setting for conversation. Its Salamanca address also makes it a good pick for locals and well-traveled diners who want a polished neighbourhood option for a full, unrushed meal.

    Ordering Tips

    Ask the front-of-house for guidance on the wine list: Salvaje has a deep wine program, so staff recommendations will help match bottles to the menu. For food, sample the venue’s signature rolls (Dinamita and Fujiroll) as a way to register the kitchen’s style; sharing a few plates makes sense in a restrained room where pacing matters. Given the restaurant’s focus on an evening-long experience, book ahead and allow time for a relaxed, multi-course dinner rather than a quick visit.

    Venue details

    Ambiance

    Imposing decoration with entertainment, DJ performances livening up lunches and dinners in the main room; quieter lounge areas and exclusive club spaces blending luxury and fun.

    Tags

    Vibe

    TrendyLivelyElegant

    Best For

    Date NightSpecial OccasionGroup Dining

    Experience

    Open KitchenLive MusicHotel Restaurant

    Accessibility

    Wheelchair Accessible

    At the Table

    Dress Code
    Smart Casual
    Noise Level
    Lively
    Service Style
    Upscale Casual
    Meal Pacing
    Leisurely
    Capacity
    Medium
    Kitchen
    Modern
    Menu Format
    A la carte, Small plates
    Drinks Focus
    Craft cocktails
    Dietary
    Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options
    Private Dining
    Available

    Signature Dishes

    • Dinamita rolls
    • Fujiroll
    Know before you go

    Know Before You Go

    Getting there
    Calle Velázquez, 62, Salamanca, 28001 Madrid, Spain

    Planning details

    Hours

    Monday
    1:30–4 PM, 8 PM–12:30 AM
    Tuesday
    1:30–4 PM, 8 PM–12:30 AM
    Wednesday
    1:30–4 PM, 8 PM–12:30 AM
    Thursday
    1:30–4 PM, 8 PM–12:30 AM
    Friday
    1:30–4 PM, 8 PM–12:30 AM
    Saturday
    1:30–4 PM, 8 PM–12:30 AM
    Sunday
    1:30–4 PM, 8 PM–12:30 AM

    Location

    Calle Velázquez, 62, Salamanca, 28001 Madrid, Spain · Directions

    +34911088818

    opentable.com/restaurant/profile/199167

    Book on OpenTable

    Also consider

    Where to book if Salvaje is not the right fit

    For Japanese focus, choose Sushi Bar Tottori. For a similar Madrid night with an Asian-fusion angle, compare Asia Fusión Lagasca.

    Restaurant context

    How Salvaje compares in Madrid

    Salvaje is the better fit when the decision is driven by ambiance and occasion value in Salamanca. Sushi Bar Tottori is the clearer choice for diners who specifically want Japanese food and are comfortable with a €€€ positioning; it gives the booking a more defined cuisine brief than Salvaje.

    Etxeko is the smarter comparison if the meal needs to feel more chef-led, while La Bottega di Davanti is the easier cross-shop for an Italian-leaning dinner. Asia Fusión Lagasca sits closer to Salvaje for diners considering an Asian-influenced night out in Madrid, though Salvaje is the more occasion-coded pick.

    BLESSED Breakfast serves a different use case: book it when the plan is daytime and casual rather than a dressed-up lunch or dinner. For a special occasion, Salvaje makes more sense; for a lower-pressure daytime meal, BLESSED Breakfast is the cleaner choice.

    Explore Madrid

    Around this place
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    Discover more on Pearl

    Unlock the full Salvaje guide in Pearl, including awards, comparisons, FAQs, planning details, and nearby places.

    Compare Salvaje

    Salvaje Madrid and similar venues
    VenueLocationCuisinePriceAwards
    SalvajeMadridNo published awards
    EtxekoMadridNo published awards
    BLESSED BreakfastMadridNo published awards
    Sushi Bar TottoriMadridJapanese€€€
    2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate
    La Bottega di DavantiMadridNo published awards
    Asia Fusión LagascaMadridNo published awards

    How Salvaje Madrid compares with similar nearby venues.

    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is midday or evening better at Salvaje?

    Salvaje has two daily time windows: 1:30 to 4 PM and 8 PM to 12:30 AM. Choose based on the timing that best fits your Madrid plans.

    What are alternatives to Salvaje in Madrid?

    Other Madrid options to compare include Asia Fusión Lagasca, BLESSED Breakfast, Etxeko, La Bottega di Davanti, and Sushi Bar Tottori. Choose based on the specific style, timing, and format you want.

    What should I wear to Salvaje?

    The dress code is smart casual. Neat, put-together clothing is the safest choice.