Cava Baja is one of Madrid's most storied streets: for centuries it was the main road into the city, lined with inns, guesthouses, and taverns where travelers and muleteers would stop. Today it remains the tavern-filled heart of La Latina.
At Txakolina Cava Baja we keep that tradition alive, with a twist: here, the traditional Madrid tavern meets the Basque soul of the north.
Cava Baja was once part of the old Camino de Toledo, the route by which goods and travelers entered Madrid. Around it grew inns and guesthouses that fed and watered all who arrived in the city.
That's where its calling was born: a street made for eating, drinking, and sharing. Walking down Cava Baja today means tracing centuries of tavern history in just a few steps.
It's not just the age. It's a way of understanding the table that has endured through the years:
That's the essence we strive to preserve in every service.
Right in the tavern-filled heart of La Latina, Txakolina brings the character of the Basque Country: well-poured txakoli, pintxos, hearty stews, and northern ingredients, alongside the timeless classics of traditional Madrid.
It's the best of both worlds on one of Madrid's most historic streets: the tradition of Cava Baja with the soul of a Basque house.
The best way to get to know this street's history is to sit down at its table. We'll be waiting for you at Cava Baja 26, in the heart of La Latina.
“The best bar in all of Cava Baja. The atmosphere is incredibly cozy and the staff are very friendly and attentive. The best part is the homemade food they prepare…”
“…great atmosphere, lovely people and excellent service. The food is outstanding and the beers are always perfectly cold. A place I would 100% recommend!”
“A classic spot in Cava Baja that has successfully reinvented itself while keeping the great atmosphere that has always defined it.”
