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| Named, not after its cuisine but the place where it is situated, Plaza de Oriente in Madrid de los Austrias, Cafe De Oriente is a popular cafe restaurant complex which offers a selection of dining environments and menus to match. The complex is housed in a superb facility, erected in the 19th Century on what was the remains of the San Gil's convent which dates from the 17th Century. Cuisine within the restaurant is Castillian Spanish and French Basque and the cafe and restaurant have become one of the most popular Madrid venues in which to enjoy excellent food in wonderful surrounds. |
| A place where young trendsetters mingle with diplomats and royalty, Cafe De Oriente exudes style, sophistication, and a vibrant atmosphere which helps define Madrid as a thriving and contemporary European city. The decor of the cafe is very much early 20th Century and this romantic and elegant ambience sits comfortably with the regal surrounds. Established since 1983, the complex has a timeless quality and has quickly established itself for a premier Madrid dining experience. |
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Cafe De Oriente
Plaza De Oriente, 2
Madrid
Spain
28013
Tel : 91 547 1564
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| Stunning views of the Palacio Real and Teatro Real are a large part of the appeal and best enjoyed on the outdoor cafe terrace. This proves the most popular spot for visitors and locals alike. The perfect place in which to enjoy pizza or tapas with friends, the terrace provides excellent opportunities to socialise or simply to admire the view. It also makes the ideal venue for business lunches or simply as a point to stop and refuel during a day's busy sightseeing in Madrid. |
| If the terrace cafe is popular for the continental cafe ambience and visual appeal of the surrounds, then the restaurant within the Cafe De Oriente belong to those for whom great food is at the heart of the dining experience. The interiors are certainly stylish too and there are ample opportunities for intimate dining for two, a family get together or for business networking and banquets, but the cuisine is what makes the gastronomes come back for more. Specialities include Duck Liver Terrine, Rockfish Comfit in Almond Oil, Sauteed Jumbo Shrimp with Homemade Pasta and Glazed Veal Sweetbreads with Veal Cheeks. A favourite dessert is Apple Cake with Bandiana Ice Cream. |
| The wine list offers everything which would be expected from such a top restaurant complex and additionally a full range of coffees such as Irish, Russian, Viennese, and Jamaican options are available. Private dining is available for a variety of purposes in Cafe De Oriente, such as business events, celebrations and parties. Two venues are offered for private dining, Abuella, an elegant dining room which can host up to 18 persons and San Gil, a wonderful cellar area which can cater for up to 72 persons. Banquet menus, Cocktail menus and Party Menus are available to delight patrons and enhance any event. |
| The restaurant at Cafe De Oriente is open each day 1.00pm to 4.00 pm for lunch and 9.00pm to midnight for dinner. The cafe and bistro are open all day from 8.30am till 1.30 am and till 2.30 am on Fridays and Saturdays. Reservations for the cafe are not required but for the restaurant are highly recommended. |
| The location of Cafe De Oriente makes it not only convenient for visitors to the city but also the perfect place to enjoy an authentic Madrid experience which is situated at the heart of the city's most popular visitor sights such as the Palacio Real and Teatro Real. Opera goers will certainly enjoy the pre theatre menus while any expectant diner will be met with a choice suited to their mood and budget. When making plans for touring Madrid and viewing the most popular sights and attractions, time spent within Cafe De Oriente forms a natural extension. |
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