About this spot
La Maruca - Velázquez is one of the best spots in Chueca, Madrid. Not a tourist tapas trap — this is where locals actually go.
💡 Tips before you go
- Lunch is 14:00-16:00, dinner after 21:00 — eating at 18:00 marks you as a tourist
- Tapas at the bar, not at a table
- The menú del día (lunch set menu) is always the best deal
- Tipping not expected — just round up if the service was great
Common Questions
Where is La Maruca - Velázquez?
It's in Chueca, Madrid. Address: Calle de Velázquez, 54
Do I need reservations?
Tapas bars: walk in and stand at the bar. Sit-down restaurants for dinner: book ahead, especially Fri-Sat.
About this page
Restaurant: La Maruca - Velázquez (La Maruca - Velázquez)
Cuisine: spanish
Location: Chueca, Madrid, Spain
Source: Curated from local review platforms