Located at Calle de la Reina 4 in Madrid (28004), Angelita is the vision of brothers David Villalón and Mario Villalón, and stands out as one of Spain’s most innovative beverage destinations. The venue is split into two distinct yet connected experiences. On the ground level sits a wine-bar and restaurant concept, with produce sourced from the family’s farm and a wine list featuring hundreds of labels — especially natural and biodynamic selections. Downstairs, in a hidden basement “American bar” lounge, you’ll find the cocktail side: a space where the mixology team eschews many conventional methods (no ice, no citrus in many drinks) in favour of zero-waste, garden-to-glass techniques involving house distillates, wild ferments and produce from their own fields. The result is a cocktail menu that feels both culinary and thoughtful: you might sip something made with smoked beetroot and milk, or savour a cocktail infused with garden herbs and house-made spirits. Reviewers describe Angelita’s bar as “one of the best in Madrid.” The ambience upstairs is relaxed yet stylish — ideal for wine lovers and foodies. Downstairs shifts into a more focused cocktail-lounge mode: seats at the bar, conversation sets the pace, and each drink is a crafted experience rather than a quick order. The dress code is smart-casual; arriving earlier in the evening is wise for the cocktail bar. It also carries industry recognition: Angelita made the “51–100” tier of the world’s best bars in 2024/25 for its cocktail programme.
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