Best Bocadillo de Calamares in Madrid, ES

A crusty bread roll filled with deep-fried rings of battered squid, a local staple found around Plaza Mayor.

La Campana

Sol / Plaza Mayor

4.5 / 5

The gold standard for a reason. Crispy, not greasy, and incredibly cheap.

Local LegendClassicMust-Visit

9.4Flavor

9.7Value

8.2Vibe

Sol

4.2 / 5

A true Madrid experience. Standing at the bar with a bocadillo and a caña.

AuthenticClassicHigh Energy

9.1Flavor

9.3Value

8.8Vibe

Argüelles

4.6 / 5

Best calamari in Madrid, hands down. The batter is light and the bread is always fresh.

Hidden GemLocal FavoriteNo-Frills

9.6Flavor

9Value

7.5Vibe

Atocha

3.8 / 5

The most iconic and controversial sandwich in the city; a fundamental Madrid classic.

IconicHistoricTourist Favorite

8.8Flavor

6.5Value

8.4Vibe

Plaza Mayor

4.1 / 5

Synonymous with the calamari sandwich; they sell thousands every single day.

ClassicBudget FriendlyHigh Volume

8.9Flavor

9.5Value

7.8Vibe

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