La Desayunería

Sometimes you just need a good old-fashioned American breakfast, even when you’re in the middle of Madrid. La Desayunería brings that stateside diner experience to the Salamanca neighborhood, complete with Route 66-inspired decor and all the stars-and-stripes kitsch you could ask for. It’s the kind of place where the coffee keeps coming and the portions are unapologetically generous.

The star of the show here is the Manchito platter, a mountain of comfort food that includes cheesy scrambled eggs, fluffy pancakes, perfectly crispy bacon, and a pile of golden fries. It’s sized more like a Spanish lunch than a typical breakfast, so come hungry. The menu also features solid renditions of American classics like omelettes, grilled cheese sandwiches, and pancakes that hit all the right nostalgic notes.

This spot is particularly well-suited for families. The Ayala location has a small upstairs play area for kids, plus a children’s menu with approachable options like pasta with tomato sauce. While lines can form at some of their Madrid locations, this outpost tends to be a bit more manageable, though making a reservation is still a smart move.

Whether you’re an expat craving a taste of home or a traveler looking for a break from tortilla española, La Desayunería delivers exactly what it promises: a satisfying, no-frills American breakfast experience in an unlikely corner of Madrid.