Sala De Despiece

Step into Sala De Despiece and you’ll immediately understand why this isn’t your typical Spanish restaurant. Housed in a former butcher shop in Madrid’s Chamberí neighborhood, the space features a striking tiled ceiling adorned with massive silver hooks—a nod to its past life that sets the stage for the theatrical dining experience ahead. This is the kind of place where servers carry personal blowtorches and caramelize dishes right before your eyes, from the first bite to dessert.

The menu is a playground of unexpected flavor combinations that somehow work brilliantly together. The eel with foie gras and apple arrives glistening, then gets a dramatic finish with the house’s secret sauce torched tableside. But the true showstopper might be The Rolex—an indulgent combination of silky egg yolk, pancetta, foie gras, truffle, and sauternes that delivers far more satisfaction than any timepiece ever could. The presentations might seem unconventional, but the ingredients are impeccably fresh and each dish balances its bold flavors with surprising finesse.

Dining here is truly a celebration. It’s the kind of restaurant you book for birthdays, anniversaries, or those nights when you want to experience something genuinely memorable. The interactive cooking, the creative plates, and the energetic atmosphere all combine to create something special. With two locations now serving Madrid, the restaurant remains popular enough that you’ll need to plan well ahead.

If you’re looking for conventional tapas, this isn’t the spot. But if you want an evening filled with culinary surprises, masterful technique, and dishes you’ll be talking about long after you’ve left, Sala De Despiece delivers an experience unlike anything else in the city. Just be sure to book your reservation well in advance.