WITNESS FLAMENCO AT ITS PUREST

Here are a few flamenco venues just steps away from UMusic Hotel Madrid offering a chance to see flamenco at its purest every evening while enjoying a fine meal or a drink.

Tablao Flamenco Torero

Nestled between Puerta del Sol and the Literary Quarter, this flamenco house on Calle de la Cruz offers intimate, authentic performances in its vaulted brick basement.

This 500 m² venue hosts 197 guests across two floors, with a bar, exhibition hall, and a brick basement featuring a 70-seat stage. Directed by Juan "el Mistela," it offers intimate, unamplified performances like Essential Flamenco and Lorca Theatre weekends, creating an authentic experience free from distractions. Torero does not serve food so as not to interfere with the creative silence required by the artists

Address: Calle de la Cruz, 26 28012

Tablao Flamenco 1911

The world’s oldest flamenco tablao, formerly Villa Rosa, sits in Plaza Santa Ana near Puerta del Sol. Dubbed "The Cathedral of Flamenco," it has hosted the greatest artists in flamenco history.

With its iconic tiled façade by Alfonso Romero Mesa, creator of Las Ventas’ tiles, this historic tablao has hosted flamenco legends and luminaries like Ernest Hemingway, Ava Gardner, and King Alfonso XIII. The Moorish-inspired interior, with columns and arches reminiscent of the Alhambra, features preserved ceramic panels depicting Madrid, bullfighting, and flamenco. Its unique charm has made it a film location for directors like Pedro Almodóvar and Fernando Trueba.

Address: Plazade Santa Ana, 15 28012

Tablao flamenco La Carmela

Housed in the former coal cellars of La Carmela, a historic restaurant near Puerta del Sol, this new tablao blends top-tier flamenco with fine dining.

Directed by Juan Andrés Maya and Raquel Martos Maroto, Tablao La Carmela offers intimate flamenco performances in a cozy, vaulted brick setting. Diners enjoy four different traditional Spanish menus while artists like Antonio Canales, El Farru, and Remedios Amaya create unique, personal and interactive shows.

Address: Calle de la Victoria, 4 28012

Cardamomo

In the heart of Madrid’s Barrio de las Letras, just minutes from Puerta del Sol, this iconic tablao has been spotlighting flamenco legends and rising stars for over 30 years. Blending tradition with modern flair, it’s a must-visit for music lovers worldwide.

At Cardamomo Tablao Flamenco, enjoy top-tier Spanish cuisine by chef Alberto Azpillaga, with dinner served 45 minutes before the show. Featuring excellent sound and lighting, the venue creates an intimate yet vibrant atmosphere. A proud member of Madrid’s Cultural Heritage Census, its flamenco show comes highly recommended by The New York Times.

Address: Calle de Echegaray, 15 28014

Tablao Flamenco La Quimera Plaza Mayor

Nestled near Plaza Mayor on Calle de Cuchilleros, this flamenco house offers unfiltered, raw performances—no microphones or stage effects—just pure emotion and improvisation, capturing the true magic of flamenco.

By night, La Quimera transforms into a lively rociera hall, where you can dance to sevillanas and rumbas with live music. Enjoy a flamenco aperitif on weekends with free entry, while savoring classic Spanish dishes crafted from the finest ingredients. Plus, get in the rhythm with flamenco classes before the show.

Address: Calle de Cuchilleros, 7 Madrid 28005

Las Carboneras

In the heart of Madrid’s historic ‘Habsburg Quarter,’ this tablao, set in the basement of the former Palace of the Count of Miranda, blends classic café vibes with cutting-edge flamenco, offering a modern take on traditional music and dance.

Las Carboneras has hosted flamenco legends like Montse Cortés, José Anillo, Rafael Amargo, and Rocío Molina, where passion fills every performance. Enjoy traditional Spanish cuisine with a creative twist while experiencing world-class flamenco in a space alive with artistry.

Address: Calle del Conde de Miranda, 1 28005

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