5 BEST TORTILLAS in Madrid!

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Discover the best tortillas de patatas in Madrid! Yoly and I hit 5 Madrid bars that are famous for their Spanish omelette - Casa Dani, La Ardosa, Juana La Loca and more. We taste each to see which is crowned the winner! Venga, let’s go! 🥝
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MADRID’S BEST TORTILLAS DE PATATAS 😃
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It’s got a lot of names. Tortilla de patatas, Spanish tortilla, tortilla española! But in the end it all boils down to perhaps the simplest, most famous and most controversial of Spanish dishes.
Do you like it with or without onion? Do you like it runny? If so, how runny? Where is the best place? Is your mother’s tortilla really the best?
Well, Yoly and I decided to settle one thing at least - and that is to decide which is the best tortilla de patatas in Madrid. So he headed to 5 tapas bars famous for their tortilla to decide.
Where did we go?
1. Bar Cerveriz. This is a family run bar run by Carlos and his wife Maria Angeles right opposite the famous San Miguel market. And Carlos is a tortilla wizard. To be honest, this is my go to place for tortilla. Plus, he let us into the kitchen to see how he makes the tortilla!
2. Juana La Loca. This is extremely popular bar serves pinchos which are Basque style tapas. And they also have an excellent tortilla. I used to think it was too sweet, but today is surprised me!
3. Bodega La Ardosa. This place is a classic! And is always so busy! It’s over 100 years old, in the 70s they started making a tortilla de patatas that put them on the map!
4. Taberna Pedraza. A family-run joint in the wealthy Salamanca barrio, this place is famous for making the Betanzos style tortilla… which famously has no onion. And you can only get the whole tortilla - not a pincho. Also, check out the tortilla counter!
5. Casa Dani. Ok, now we’re getting serious. This place was awarded the best tortilla in Spain award this year. It’s in the Mercado de la Paz and it’s famous. And we’ll find out if the title was deserved!!
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Hola, Spain lovers! We're James and Yoly. James is a New Zealander, and Yoly is from Spain. And we both live in Madrid. This channel is all about giving you a local insight into life in Spain, and helping you experience this country like a local when you come to visit (or live!). If that sounds like your kind of thing, bienvenido!
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[@spainrevealed]

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[@nalagrz5773]

No es cocaína, no es redbull, simplemente el entusiasmo de un neozelandés haciendo vídeos de comida en España. Seguro que en nueva Zelanda hay comida que nos encantaría a los españoles. Buen video .Que tengas buena semana tú y yoly

[@spainrevealed]

Gracias!!!

[@PluslineNeko]

Es precisamente su entusiasmo lo que me hace ver sus vídeos. Estaría guay que James hiciese un día un vídeo sobre su país natal o sobre su comida.

[@piotrmoklinowski9103]

Me encantan los kiwis

[@spainrevealed]

Buena idea!

[@alfenoavitiano7942]

@@spainrevealed: Me gustaría poder hacerte una sugerencia ; en España, creo, que somos muchos los españoles que nos gusta ir de tapas ( de calidad ) y visitar buenos restaurantes ( donde ofrezcan buena comida casera ) . Los que somos seguidores tuyos, en España, que somos muchos ; y tenemos un conocimiento muy básico de inglés, no nos enteramos de nada . La sugerencia es : ¿ Sería posible, que de cada vídeo hicieras dos versiones ; una de ellas, en español ? .

[@wmanthonyphotography]

When my Mom moved to the US from Madrid in the 50s, and had six mouths to feed, she learned to make her abuela's tortilla española with Ore Ida frozen potatoes and chopped onions! Luckily her recipe does just fine with fresh ingredients too. ;) Also, file me under cebollista.

[@davidhalldurham]

Yoly is so charming and I just love hearing her describe the food. Yeah, she's definitely a supertaster. You two make a great team.

[@morche]

El mundo se divide entre los que le gusta la tortilla con o sin cebolla. Y también a los que le gusta hecha o que salga el huevo sin cuajar. Gran vídeo como siempre! Buenísimo! Seguid así!

[@jackintheworld6639]

You two are irresistible together:) Not only does Madrid flash to life, but life itself flashes to life through your mini-journeys. Thanks for helping me yearn for Madrid.

[@spainrevealed]

Thank you Roger!

[@cynthiacarpenter8606]

My friend and I just ate at Bar Cervariz. We are not experts but agree that their tortilla is absolutely delicious! We also tried the artichokes, the meatballs and the blood sausage. And we have become fans of the vermouth here too! The owners were very nice but don’t speak much English so definitely plug in google translate so you can really explore the menu. Madrid is fantastic. Thanks James & Yoly for the excellent referrals.

[@meat_loves_wasabi]

I m not a big fan of chorizo sausage cos of its spices ... but when I was dining at El Xampanyet I heard a lady telling her friends they have some of the best tortillas especially the one with chorizo Being adventurous I ordered it and honestly it’s the most delicious Tortilla I had so far.

[@anghara2001]

there's two kinds of chorizo, one is spicy and other isn't.

[@mistreated]

Hola James and Yoly. Love all your vids. Maybe one day, a tour of Madrid's best panaderías/postres. We love a good café with a worthy desert. Thanks again for your amazing work.

[@gregjohnson720]

James, Here is a funny story that happened to me many years ago. There were four of us (one Canadian and three Americans). The waiter in San Sebastien came to take our order. Since I was the only one who spoke Spanish, my mates told me to order for them. Like you said the Spanish tortilla is big. I thought that it was like the tortillas in Mexico. So I ordered 12 tortillas. The waiter said "dos o doze?". I said doze! The bugger brought us back a stack of like 70 cms of Spanish tortillas! I really felt like a putz. Saludos to you and Yoli.

[@theopinion9452]

Ostias!...What do you do with the extra food?

[@annehenderson7911]

So many glorious segments to comment on, however I will pick one, on second thought two. You are so open to differences and diversity, demonstrating that there those who will love onion, those who will not. Secondly, posting maps. Visitors need to find these treasures. I love how it benefits native Spaniards as well.

[@mrpanicattack6688]

9:58 I think I kinda prefer con cebolla because I love onions! 😍

[@bertieb9510]

Another enjoyable video👍 Yes with onion and yes runny in the middle....... and although I'm really a purist at heart a little bit of chorizo or morcilla crumbled in makes an interesting variation from time to time.

[@matthewparrott8369]

I’m loving your videos on all aspects of Spain

[@bustixaniego]

me alegra saber q yoli está con nosotros los concebollistas. El concebollismo es amor y aceptación, únete al lado luminoso de la fuerza

[@fjrogon]

Jajaja....

[@ashleymarkrhodes1571]

My tortilla española has received much praise. A lot of it is down to the quality of the eggs and frying pan. I buy organic AAA eggs that have been laid that same morning. Never tried the caramelised onion option.

[@reginapolo3357]

Estoy enamorada, estoy enamorada!!!!!!......de España!!!!!!

[@cocopoco2006]

Thank you for this amazing video! I felt like I was there traveling with you guys!

[@piofernandezlopez7376]

Admirable como se toma un tema tan simple como "tortilla de patatas", y se hace reportaje tan ágil, directo al asunto, informativo y útil. Esta pareja es lo que este país necesita para recuperar la industria turística de este país, que se nos va a la mierda con la Pandemia.

[@carlostd767]

He echado de menos uno de los sitios que mas me gusta, el Pez Tortilla, la tortilla clasica es un espectáculo y las que tienen con diferentes añadidos son igualmente geniales

[@rgarewal100]

e means "times ten to the [whichever number] power" so e9 means "10 to the 9th". Essentially, the number after the e is the number of zeroes you add to the number in front of the e (unless the number is a decimal).

[@gamzeugur5355]

I’ve just came across with your channel today!!! I immediately loved it and subscribed!!! Ahora quiero ver todos los videos sobre España 🇪🇸 Muchísimas gracias a ti!!🙋‍♀️🙏

[@spainrevealed]

Gracias!!

[@spainrevealed]

Spain is divided between those who are pro-onion and those who are no-onion. Which are you??? 🥝

[@dissolvedgirl6778]

With onions, always! Soy concebollista. I'm surprised you guys didn't include Sylkar (C/ Espronceda 17) in this contest.

[@rafacanizares6620]

Always cebollista!!

[@perrasintheghetto]

En el mundo hay dos tipos de personas: los que les gusta la tortilla con cebolla y los que no tienen ni puta idea de la vida.

[@adora9346]

Onion!!

[@christinecleavest9099]

Cebolla...siempre!

[@Ooolalaloo]

Yes 👍 thank you for sharing Yoly & James! We love ❤ your videos! Yoo Soon aka Marissa Jones and Stephen Accomando. 😘

[@LearnSpanishWorld]

YUMMYYYYYY!!! I'm hungry now! I loved your Video! Thanks for uploading this video about These delicious Tortillas 🇪🇸😄

[@beaware218]

Pez tortilla on Calle del Pez does amazing tortillas and features craft beer!

[@1947anubis]

On lockdown and I see you guys eating all those yummy tortillas...pure torture

[@natigonzalez2123]

I really love your videos James! I really enjoy watching a person from a completely different country who is such a Spain lover! I was wondering if it would be possible of you doing a video telling us when this passion about Spain came up and how? Would it be amazing to know it!!

[@spainrevealed]

Good idea!

[@jwalker7097]

I have eaten a LOT of tortilla ...mostly inside half a barra ...and I have never seen tortilla so wet! I love cold tortilla and make mine with flat leaf parsley and no onion. we also stiffen the egg whites before adding the yolks( not sure why- way I was shown).i definitely agree with you guys on one thing for sure ..salt salt salt ....normally I don't like a lot of salt but without salt a tortilla can be a little bland ....anyway great tortillas, great video, cant wait to get to Granada in July but you have definitely put Madrid on the hit list for next year ...I'll be looking into your tours!

[@JulianRoss2011]

Tienes que probar la tortilla del Restaurante La Primera en la Gran Vía. Mejor para desayunar!!

[@missionDan]

You cant beat the enthusiasm of these two. I adore it! And then as a bonus you get the odd spanish lesson, frankly i would like more of the spanish words used and explained... “pincho de tortilla” thanks

[@Emy53]

Watching this for first time 3 years after you posted, but I was new to your channel 3 years ago. I am still discovering your videos I may have missed. It's fun catching up. Today is July 25, 2022.

[@al1b4ba]

It was really really REALLY sad to see how many of these places were closed permanently when we managed to visit back in February 😢 I hope the fams are doing alright. And thank you so much for sharing your experiences there, it’s like a Time Capsule now

[@capitalcty1144]

And now I'm hungry 🙈 ..Spanish omelette is delicious 😋, but with onion always , please !!!

[@josemapolo1974]

Croquetas and tortilla are very particular dishes. They are good test to choose a place where you will find the food good for your taste. If you like the croquetas and the tortilla, probably you will like the main menu of the restarurant.

[@serafinlopez2290]

Love the video and I love tortilla but with onions

[@davidmurphy6201]

Great video as usual. Appreciated the prices of each. Nice touch.

[@paullyknowles]

Awesome stuff! Im craving tortilla now, thankfully I only have to cross over the road!

[@spainrevealed]

enjoy!

[@mschneider718]

was in Madrid last week and had tortilla at a few of these places...sadly (or maybe conveniently) mine is still the best i've ever had - definitely sad Cerveriz is gone...loved talking people to San Miguel then showing them what a real bar looks like...

[@mariajosemaranon9728]

The Paul Newman movie is Cool Hand Luke. James and Yoli, your videos are amazing! I love them all and I'm taking notes for the next time I visit Madrid. Greetings from Los Angeles, CA.

[@1229gymnast]

I love the tortilla at Cerveriz :) I lived in Madrid for a couple years and feel so nostalgic watching this and your Madrid-centered videos. Pez Tortilla in Malasaña is good as well, I recommend it if you haven't already been!

[@lumasdie]

Hola James, muy buenos los recorridos gastronómicos. Una sugerencia para futuros videos : al acabar el tour, vete al mercado e intenta reproducir una de las tortillas que has probado. Un saludo

[@spainrevealed]

Buena idea!

[@kinkaroo]

We were in Madrid last week, although we had watched your videos we didnt go to Cerveriz. But we found Casa Dani while we were walking around and we really loved their tortilla. Also their orejas were good and we went their twice and they offered great stuff with the drinks

[@me-lg1yw]

When I make a tortilla, I include slightly caramelized onions and plenty of black pepper.

[@carlabinnix8802]

One of my favorite tapas!

[@jayorag]

Hola, James: El número 2,025e9 está expresado en notación exponencial porque es demasiado largo para la pantalla de la calculadora, por lo que ésta cambia a este formato, que es: 2,025 multiplicado por 10 ELEVADO A 9, es decir: 2,025x1.000.000.000= 2.025.000.000 Me encantan vuestros vídeos: les pasé los enlaces de cuatro o cinco de ellos a unos amigos norteamericanos que visitaron España el mes pasado. Un saludo

[@roberto8650]

Venía exactamente a explicar eso. También quería decir que la aproximación de trozos de patata es totalmente abrumadora. ¿45.000 en una tortilla?

[@emeyebedsazoncaribeno2044]

Love your videos. I am planning to visit Spain soon.

[@carp53]

I like to add salt to Tortilla slices as I eat them. My favorite besides Potato Tortilla is Asparagus Tortilla.🇪🇸 “Cool Hand Luke” was the Movie.

[@johnblick45]

Great videos Guys. Tortillas are on the menu tonight!

[@pablokratsman]

Excellent, please do one for croquetas

[@tobyo99]

I'm a "non runny" tortilla gal so none of these are appealing to me unfortunately. Pero con cebolla - que si! I had what I consider a great tortilla de patata at El Brillante. yum!

[@MrScout15]

Just got back to US from Madrid. We were able to try the tortilla at La Cerveriz... was good. Loved their Vermut on tap too!!! Wish we made it to Casa Dani... next time. Promptly try to perfect at home. Eating for breakfast my 1st day back to work. Thx for the tips/recipes/vids!!!

[@chaper52]

I love your videos guys! Such passion! You just helped me decide to go to Spain over Portugal for my next trip :). Probably will be part of one of your tours as well! Gracias

[@tedrzepski3789]

Cool Hand Luke is the movie where Paul Newman's character ate all the eggs.

[@tonydeltablues]

Can I just say: I always hang to the end on your videos James and Yoli :-)

[@limuemu5307]

You’re a legend for the Eric koston clip

[@DaBahoo]

Y ahora toca un video de las mejores ensaladillas en Madrid :D :D.

[@Serenitypeaceforall]

Great video!! Very interesting and served with such charm and warmth. Love you guys! You are great!

[@mrickling]

Great video! But a more firm tortilla does not necessarily mean a dry tortilla!

[@jblondon1327]

The tortilla from Betanzos looks more like a "tortilla francesa con patatas". Not a real traditional spanish one. Anyway, when I lived with my parents we always use to eat it with a lettuce and tomato salad. Beautiful combination.

[@joe8256]

¡ tu sí que sabes ¡ 👌

[@ciboMatanga]

Hemos ido a probar la tortilla de Cerveriz porque lo vimos. En tus videos y nos parecio muy buena, la de la Ardosa me gusto mas en verdad, y me quede con ganas de Casa Dani que quedara para el año proximo! Si van a Santiago de Compostela les recomiendo probar la tortilla de La Tita que te ponen con una cañita, es de otro planeta!! Saludos!

[@spainrevealed]

OK gracias Cesar!

[@andrewb4556]

Hola Yummy! I can still taste them of last time in Madrid. Love you're work and vlogs.

[@Tony22111]

Try Pez Tortilla on Calle de la Cava Baja! So far my favourite tortilla de patatas here in Madrid, but will definitely give these places a try!

[@spainrevealed]

I do like Pez Tortilla :)

[@andyhainey5087]

Cool hand blick

[@rebeccaheggs1852]

Those look so delicious! I will have to put them on my list for when I move to Madrid!

[@spainrevealed]

Enjoy!

[@MrXanaru]

Kia ora from New Zealand, I am so glad you guys showed this amazing Spanish food. This is one of my favourite dishes to make. Gracias

[@samirahabibi3512]

I know you have videos mostly on food in Spain, but is there a possibility to do a video on fashion in Madrid? I will be visiting Spain for the first time in October and I want to make sure I bring the right clothing.

[@MilagrosASaenz]

Do not go out in the street with tracksuit; nor with summer clothes when it's cold (like a clueless tourist) and everything will be fine. Saludos y que disfrutes.

[@armintamzarian8130]

Probably, best job ever

[@kerrygeorge2977]

Cool Hand Luke

[@spainrevealed]

You got it!

[@catrinasmith7492]

Could you do a video on the best places to get a gin tonic in Madrid? Could be interesting for those visiting.

[@Iknow25]

My husband says the movie is Cool Hand Luke. :)

[@spainrevealed]

Yep!!!

[@Iknow25]

Booked the Ultimate Spanish Cuisine Tour on our visit in July. Can't wait to taste the best tortilla in Madrid! :))

[@Katiediddance]

The movie is "Cool Hand Luke"

[@tromboneJTS]

Ordered a "sangria" this weekend (only later realizing that you should order tinto de verano con limón instead) and got a pinxto of a tortilla as a free tapa. Saw Yoli last Thursday night with 4 tourists just south of Plaza Mayor, likely on route to Cava Baja.

[@albertromero9353]

My family is Spanish, but I grew up in Mexico.. I eat tortilla de patata with tortilla(mexicana) de maíz con salsa Valentina. Allí termina el debate de la cebolla mientras los dos partidos me crucifican!! 😅

[@robtom322]

Cool hand Luke is the film, I had a nice pincho de tortilla at the market in cuatro caminos at a bar in the top left hand corner.

[@spainrevealed]

love those directions !! :)

[@jasonburgos2607]

James Go to Pez Tortilla! I Had the Tortilla de Morcilla, It has caramelized onions and red peppers, mmmm best ever!. Washed it down with a Buxton Axe Edge IPA (UK) , one of the many awesome draft options that they offer. The draft list is always changing also. Get the racion de croquetas brings 8, They were everything a croqueta should be, cripy exterior, gooey on the inside. Very flavorful and not oily at all. i know yoly yoly oxenfree will love it! you won't be disappointed, Cheers!

[@tonydeltablues]

So glad you have focused on tortilla - it's a must to try when in Spain. I must day, I used to make and eat tortilla with onion; recently, I've gone 'sin cebolla'....though I might go back to the dark side ;-)

[@BeerMan421]

Awesome video that looks so so so good omg! Cheers!

[@douglasparrish7430]

Cool Hand Luke...........great movie.

[@atm4292]

I like it a lot. Thx for sharing.

[@ih8134]

Excellent video, you have the best job in the world. 👍🍻

[@JY-tn4jd]

Paul Newman eating eggs in "Cool Hand Luke".

[@albwixmp]

Those tortillas may be good, but many Spaniards do love firm and solid tortillas. I’m originally from central Spain and I hate finding liquid egg inside a tortilla. For many of us, tortilla must be well cooked and of course, with onion!

[@scentlover4841]

albwixmp y tortilla recia Cuenca

[@anaibarangan4908]

It has to be firm on the outside to be able to flip it over with a plate, and cook the other side, of course cooked in an iron skillet, but it has to be a little bit runny juicy eggs on the inside. That's how my mother made them. Also usually had onions. Mouth watering yummy. My oldest daughter has learned to make it perfectly too. Tortillas de patatas in London. Lol.

[@smarterray]

Love it!! I'm glad you featured Juana La Loca--that was our favorite when we visited. All of them look great. Can't wait to go again.

[@pabloalarroyo]

The is no debate, a traditional tortilla has onions and is cooked through.. Like with most things there's been a modernization of the recipe, especially for commercial reasons.

[@lauro6487]

My aunt used to say at least two eggs and a potato for one ‘persona’, giant ‘tortilla’... memories... delicious...

[@anonymousw07]

La tortilla con cebolla siempre

[@jesuscora]

Mmmm! Mouth-watering as usual! I love runny tortilla with onion! I absolutely concur with you. Dry, thick tortilla is sooooo disappointing! Her's a tip for a next video. What about exploring "unconventional" tortillas such as with green peppers (con pimientos verdes), with chorizo, with spinach (espinacas), with funghi (setas), etc.? So yummy!

[@ScipioAfricanus_Chris]

Cool Hand Luke!

[@dioramandiecast185]

Ok, you did It, now I need so badly to make tortilla for lunch.

[@spainrevealed]

Enjoy!

[@sydneydias777]

James. Thanks for your great videos and recommendations. FYI in Madrid from NYC and on this list the 2nd spot Juana Laloca is a place I had dinner on several recommendations. This place is out of this world and for a New Yoker to say that is means....... I'm going back for dinner again Saturday night with my family ( Champions league final night),and you are welcome to join. Message me.

[@rawglitter]

Sydney Dias it’s amazing!!!

[@pauladams8996]

Great video, I'm drooling and my stomach is rumbling - how do you pair stay so slim?

[@spainrevealed]

anxiety and yoga in equal parts (speaking for myself)

[@pivivis11]

Eggs , potatoes, salt, olive oil, onions optionally, why not a bit of black pepper before serving, i believe it would add to the taste.

[@dioramandiecast185]

The film was "Cool hand Luke" (La leyenda del indomable)

[@danielgrossman378]

Want all of those rn 🤤

[@roseduryee]

Today we ventured to Madrid to try as many of these as we could with our two kids, one of whom is a tortilla lover. Bar Cerveriz is sadly closed. It seems they didn't survive the pandemic. 😩

[@spainrevealed]

They actually retired about 3 months the before the pandemic and sold up. Perfect timing!

[@florianlau1533]

Yoly is the best 😀

[@davesorrell9728]

Cool Hand Luke is the movie.

[@tromboneJTS]

Funny that a friend recommended Juana la Loca and we were there over the weekend. It is a fantastic restaurant, but you need a reservation if you want a sit-down dinner.. It has the world's thinnest bar ledge and we had no idea that the place would fill up with along the bar. Do you guys have a video on bar etiquette? How to stake and claim bar real estate? Defend your turf? Are there rules? We got boxed out by the locals.