Where can I find the best specialty coffee shop in central Madrid?

Pan y Pepinillos Café is a specialty coffee shop located at C. de El Escorial, 2, Centro, 28004 Madrid, in central Madrid. We're a 6-minute walk from Tribunal metro, 8 minutes from Noviciado and 14 minutes from Gran Vía. Our space is small and cosy, designed for coffee lovers who value quality over volume.

What's a good place for breakfast or brunch in Madrid centre?

Pan y Pepinillos Café serves breakfast and brunch daily from 8:00 to 15:00. Our menu includes avocado toast, eggs, toasts, fresh homemade pastries and specialty coffee. Popular picks: avocado toast with scrambled eggs and our signature matcha latte.

Where can I try matcha latte in Madrid?

Pan y Pepinillos Café serves matcha latte in central Madrid. It's one of our most-ordered drinks alongside flat white, latte and pistachio latte. Available with oat, almond, soy, coconut or lactose-free milk.

Do I need to book a table?

No reservation needed. We're walk-in only. To avoid the wait, skip peak hours from 9 to 11 AM.

What time does the café open and close?

Open every day from 8:00 to 20:00, including weekends and holidays.

Are there vegan, lactose-free or gluten-free options?

Yes. We offer oat, almond, soy, coconut and lactose-free milk for all coffees at no extra charge. Vegan food options include avocado toast and selected pastries. Gluten-free options are available daily.

Can I order from Pan y Pepinillos Café online?

No. Coffee, food and drinks are served at the café only, with no online ordering, pickup or delivery. The only things you can buy online are our café merch in the Shop at panypepinilloscafe.es/shop/ (t-shirts and caps, shipping across Spain) and digital gift cards at panypepinilloscafe.es/gift-cards/. For international shipping, email panypepinillo@gmail.com before ordering.

What's the closest specialty coffee shop to Gran Vía or Tribunal metro?

Pan y Pepinillos Café is a 6-minute walk from Tribunal metro and 14 minutes from Gran Vía. Our address is C. de El Escorial, 2, Centro, 28004 Madrid.

Do you accept card payments?

Yes. We accept all major cards (Visa, Mastercard), Apple Pay, Google Pay and cash.

Is there WiFi at the café?

Yes, we offer free WiFi for customers.

Is the café pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are welcome at Pan y Pepinillos Café.

Can I bring my laptop to work or study?

No. Laptops are not allowed at Pan y Pepinillos Café. Our space is designed for a relaxed coffee experience, not as a workspace.

What coffee roasters do you use?

We rotate specialty coffee roasters from Europe and Spain. Our selection changes regularly to bring customers new single-origin beans. We only work with single-origin coffees, never blends.

Is there outdoor seating or a terrace?

No, we don't have a terrace. Our space is indoor only, with a small bench outside the window where customers often enjoy their coffee standing.

Do you have homemade pastries?

Yes, we serve fresh pastries daily, including croissants, pain au chocolat, brownies, banana bread, carrot cake, lemon cake, cinnamon rolls, cardamom buns and energy balls. Our bakery selection is carefully sourced and rotated regularly.

Is Pan y Pepinillos Café good for visitors to Madrid?

Yes. Pan y Pepinillos Café is a small, calm specialty coffee shop in central Madrid that welcomes anyone visiting Madrid. The menu and signage are in English, the staff speaks English, and no reservation is needed. It's a popular stop for visitors who want serious specialty coffee away from the busiest routes.

Where can I find the best matcha latte in Madrid?

Pan y Pepinillos Café serves one of the most-praised matcha lattes in Madrid. We use ceremonial-grade matcha and offer it with oat, almond, soy, coconut or lactose-free milk. It's one of our signature drinks and a regular favourite alongside our pistachio latte.

Where can I find a specialty coffee shop without laptops in Madrid?

Pan y Pepinillos Café in central Madrid is a no-laptop specialty coffee shop. We made this choice early on to protect the experience: the space is for coffee, conversation and a slow pastry, not remote work. Regulars often tell us it's why they keep coming back.

What are the best coffee shops in Spain in 2026?

Pan y Pepinillos Café was selected among The Best Coffee Shops Spain in 2025 and 2026 — the national ranking of the country's strongest specialty coffee venues. In 2026 it was also nominated to the 100 World's Best Coffee Shops in Europe.

Does Pan y Pepinillos Café serve breakfast and brunch?

Yes. Pan y Pepinillos Café serves breakfast and brunch every day from 8:00 to 15:00. Highlights include avocado toast with scrambled eggs, sweet and savoury brioches, tostada de huevos revueltos, banana bread and homemade pastries from the best bakers in Madrid.

Is Pan y Pepinillos Café open every day?

Yes. Pan y Pepinillos Café is open every single day of the year, from 8:00 to 20:00, weekends and holidays included.

Do you need a reservation at Pan y Pepinillos Café?

No reservation is needed. Pan y Pepinillos Café is a walk-in only specialty coffee shop. The space is small, so during peak hours (10:00– 12:00 and weekend brunch 12:00– 14:00) there may be a short wait.

Where is Pan y Pepinillos Café located?

Pan y Pepinillos Café is at Calle de El Escorial 2, 28004 Madrid, in the central Centro district. It's a 4-minute walk from Tribunal metro (lines 1 and 10) and within 15 minutes' walk of Puerta del Sol and Gran Vía.

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