Finding somewhere to eat in Madrid is easy. Finding somewhere you can actually get into with a mobility scooter — and sit comfortably once you're there — takes a bit more planning.
This guide includes specific restaurants with addresses that are known to work for mobility scooter users, plus general tips for finding accessible dining throughout the city. Always call ahead to confirm current accessibility — things change.
Accessible Restaurant Recommendations
Salamanca District
One of the best areas for accessible dining — upscale neighbourhood with modern restaurants, wide pavements, and generally higher standards.
Lateral Castellana
Address: Paseo de la Castellana, 89
Modern Spanish cuisine. Step-free entrance, spacious interior, accessible toilet. Part of a reliable chain with consistent accessibility. Reservations recommended.
El Club Allard
Address: Calle de Ferraz, 2
Two Michelin stars. Fine dining in an accessible modernist building. Lift access, spacious dining room, accessible facilities. Special occasion splurge. Book well ahead.
Amazónico
Address: Calle de Jorge Juan, 20
Tropical-themed restaurant with accessible ground floor. Trendy and spacious. Latin American and Asian fusion. Call ahead to request accessible seating.
Ten Con Ten
Address: Calle de Ayala, 6
Classic Spanish cuisine, popular with locals. Street-level access, spacious layout, accessible toilet on same floor. Excellent seafood.
VIPS Serrano
Address: Calle de Serrano, 41
Chain restaurant but reliably accessible. Step-free, spacious, accessible toilets. All-day dining from breakfast to dinner. Good backup option.
Paseo del Prado / Museum District
Excellent area near the main museums with several accessible options.
CaixaForum Restaurante
Address: Paseo del Prado, 36 (inside CaixaForum)
Fully accessible modern restaurant inside the cultural centre. Excellent food, lift access, spacious. Great for lunch after visiting the exhibitions.
Palacio de Cibeles (Restaurante Adolfo)
Address: Plaza de Cibeles, 1 (6th floor)
Inside City Hall. Lift access to 6th floor restaurant with panoramic views. Fully accessible, spacious terrace. Worth booking for the setting alone.
Café del Jardín Botánico
Address: Plaza de Murillo, 2 (inside Real Jardín Botánico)
Accessible café inside the Botanical Garden. Step-free paths to café, outdoor seating, accessible toilet. Light meals and coffee.
Estado Puro (NH Collection Madrid Eurobuilding)
Address: Calle del Padre Damián, 23
Paco Roncero's tapas bar. Modern, accessible hotel setting. Creative tapas in a spacious environment. Fully accessible facilities.
Westin Palace Hotel - La Rotonda
Address: Plaza de las Cortes, 7
Historic hotel's main restaurant under the famous stained-glass dome. Step-free access, spacious, accessible toilets. Elegant setting for special meals.
Gran Vía / Centro
Mixed accessibility — stick to larger, modern establishments along the main streets.
Círculo de Bellas Artes - Azotea
Address: Calle de Alcalá, 42
Rooftop restaurant with stunning views. Lift access to terrace level. Accessible toilet. Worth the small entrance fee for the panorama.
Lateral Fuencarral
Address: Calle de Fuencarral, 43
Another branch of the reliable chain. Modern Spanish menu. Step-free, spacious interior, accessible facilities. Consistent quality.
Mercado de San Miguel
Address: Plaza de San Miguel, s/n
Historic market hall with gourmet food stalls. Step-free access, but gets extremely crowded. Go at opening (10am) or late afternoon. Standing space mostly — limited seating.
La Barraca
Address: Calle de la Reina, 29
Famous for paella and rice dishes. Street-level entrance, accessible toilet, spacious main dining room. Classic Valencia cuisine. Book ahead.
100 Montaditos (Gran Vía)
Address: Gran Vía, 44
Budget chain with mini sandwiches. Not gourmet, but reliably accessible, cheap, and convenient. Good for a quick casual bite.
Malasaña / Chueca
Trendy neighbourhoods with mixed accessibility. Newer places tend to be better. Chueca is generally easier than Malasaña.
Mercado de San Antón
Address: Calle de Augusto Figueroa, 24
Three-floor market with lift access. Ground floor market stalls, upper floors have food stalls and restaurants with seating. Accessible toilets. Great variety in one accessible space.
Sala de Despiece
Address: Calle de Ponzano, 11
Industrial-style modern tapas. Step-free entrance, open layout. Popular spot on the famous Ponzano dining street. Reserve and request accessible table.
Federal Café
Address: Plaza de las Comendadoras, 9
Australian-style brunch café. Step-free terrace on the plaza (check weather). Interior is accessible but smaller. Great for breakfast/brunch.
Madrid Río / Matadero
Purpose-built accessible area along the river with good casual dining options.
Matadero Madrid - La Cantina
Address: Plaza de Legazpi, 8 (Matadero complex)
Casual restaurant in the cultural centre. Fully accessible complex with wide paths, lifts, accessible toilets. Good casual menu. Great for combining with exploring the park.
Casa Mingo
Address: Paseo de la Florida, 34
Famous Asturian cider house since 1888. Step-free entrance (use side door if main has step), large interior with accessible toilet. Famous for roast chicken and cider. A Madrid classic that happens to be accessible.
Retiro Park Area
El Mirador del Thyssen
Address: Paseo del Prado, 8 (inside Thyssen Museum)
Museum café with terrace. Lift access, accessible toilets. Good for lunch or coffee. Don't need museum ticket for restaurant access.
El Pabellón del Espejo
Address: Paseo de Recoletos, 31
Beautiful Art Nouveau terrace on Recoletos. Accessible outdoor seating on smooth surface. Classic Madrid atmosphere. Interior has steps — use terrace.
Florida Retiro
Address: Paseo de la República de Panamá, s/n (inside Retiro Park)
Restaurant inside Retiro Park at the former Florida dance hall. Accessible entrance and terrace. Lovely park setting. Book for weekend lunch.
Reliable Hotel Restaurants
Hotel restaurants are almost always accessible and don't require being a guest. Good fallback options.
The Principal Madrid - Ático
Address: Calle del Marqués de Valdeiglesias, 1
Rooftop terrace with Gran Vía views. Lift access. Accessible toilet. Book for sunset.
Hotel Ritz Madrid - Palm Court
Address: Plaza de la Lealtad, 5
Classic elegance. Recently renovated with excellent accessibility. Afternoon tea is an experience. Full accessible facilities.
InterContinental Madrid - El Jardín
Address: Paseo de la Castellana, 49
Garden terrace restaurant. Fully accessible. Reliable upscale option in business district.
What to Watch Out For
Toilets downstairs. Classic Madrid problem — many restaurants have toilets only in the basement. Always ask: "¿Tienen baño accesible en esta planta?"
Narrow doorways. Older buildings often have 70cm doors. You need 80cm minimum for most scooters.
Traditional tapas bars. The charming century-old bars with tiled walls are usually inaccessible — steps, narrow doors, standing only, basement toilets.
Cobblestone terraces. Outdoor seating on cobbles is uncomfortable. Look for smooth paving.
Practical Tips
Always call ahead. Confirm accessibility and request a suitable table. Things change; what worked last year might not work now.
Use Google Street View. Check entrances before you go. Spots steps and narrow doors.
Eat at Spanish times. Lunch 2-4pm, dinner from 9pm. Emptier restaurants are easier to navigate. Or arrive early (1pm, 8pm) to beat crowds.
Have backup options. First choice might not work out. Know alternatives nearby.
Don't be afraid to leave. If it doesn't work when you arrive, find somewhere else. Your comfort matters.
Useful Spanish Phrases
"¿Hay escalones en la entrada?" — Are there steps at the entrance?
"¿Tienen baño accesible en esta planta?" — Do you have an accessible toilet on this floor?
"Necesito una mesa con espacio para mi scooter." — I need a table with space for my scooter.
"¿Es accesible la terraza?" — Is the terrace accessible?
The Bottom Line
Eating well in Madrid with a mobility scooter requires planning, but it's absolutely possible. The restaurants listed here are starting points — always verify current accessibility when booking. Call ahead, ask the right questions, and don't settle for places that don't work for you.
Planning Your Madrid Trip?
We're always happy to share current restaurant recommendations based on feedback from other visitors. Just ask when you book your scooter.
Related Reading:
• Is Madrid Accessible for Mobility Scooter Users?
• Best Accessible Attractions in Madrid
• Accessible Hotels in Madrid: What to Look For
