Fui recomendada por el recepcionista del hostal donde me hospedaba y genial. Está en una lateral de la Gran Vía, dirección Plaza de España. Decoración rústica, los camareros, tanto de la barra, Martin, como el que me atendió en mesa Jose, muy amables. Comí dos veces, el primer dia cocido, la sopa riquísima y la carne también, aunque la verdad que para una sola persona era mucho, el segundo callos, muy buenos, picantes y con mucho sabor. Recomiendo 100% este lugar, al que por supuesto volveré cada vez que vaya a Madrid. La malagueña que recomendó Fuengirola para ir de vacaciones.

Fuimos a comer cocido y la experiencia fue de 10, a todos los niveles. Un cocido completo, sabroso, contundente. Un gran servicio y un ambiente muy acogedor. Repetiré sin duda. Felicidades!

Me ha encantado. Taberna que pasa desparecibida a un paso de gran Vía. Pedimos un par de vinos y de cervezas. Nos pusieron de aperitivo un pincho de tortilla buenísimo. Al poco el local estaba lleno. Buen ambiente. Volveremos.

Buenísima calidad, un servicio impecable, éramos un grupo y pedimos bastantes platos, y cada uno mejor que el anterior. Mención especial para los pimientos, el bacalao al pilpil y la maravillosa atención de nuestro camarero. Uno de esos sitios imprescindibles en Madrid. Gracias!

Bob Burger

Absolute treasure off of Gran Via. Filled with only locals that know about this place. Can't wait to go back again when we return to Madrid. Great food and service in am authentic setting.

Coco A

I visited a lot of restaurants. It was soooo good. The scallops were to die for …and the tomato salad with bread to dip in …just a great place. The waiter was so nice and sweet. Lovely dinner. Please visit.

Laura Montironi

Good food, nice atmosphere, quick and efficient service! I recommend for an authentic stop in the middle of frenetic gran via.

Alison Pringle

I stumbled across this bar on my way back to my apartment and what a hidden gem it turned out to be. The food was outstanding—the meatballs were the best I’ve had in Spain (I’d love the homemade recipe!) and the tomatoes were absolutely divine. Drinks come with bread and Spanish omelette, which felt so generous, and the omelette itself was excellent. The atmosphere adds to the experience, making it feel like a truly authentic local Spanish spot. Highly recommend!

Ju Lee Kang

Good Spanish breakfast for good prices! In a traditional old bar. It’s hard to get eggs normally at other bars but this bar has the best of both worlds. Traditional Spanish breakfast + eggs Also good Air conditioning! Very much needed in the summer. I believe they serve lunch and dinner as well.

E J

After my calm, rural Camino on the VdlP coming to Madrid was a jolt to my system. But the food, service and warmth shown in JB brought me back to the peaceful Galician life. Muchas gracias for the kind service and understanding Jota Batela. Wishing you many blessings in years to come

David Barabé

Tomato salad and the cod in olive oil was excellently paired with a cold beer. Perfect portion for two persons.

Gabriele Prignoli

Amazing food, local and fresh. Traditional atmosphere and location. Recommended

Isidora M

Good food. Big portions and a really friendly staff. The place is rustic, very local vibe. I recommend it to all people looking for good food, affordable prices and relaxed atmosphere.

Ma O

Great place for tortilla! The staff is super friendly and the tortilla was simply amazing! If you are looking for a place to get a fast bite alone or with some friends I would recommend to go there. When I was there only locals were sitting you could not see a foreigners so I believe it is a great choice to try something local.

Jay

Service was great and definitely the scallops were a highlight! Portions are large though so don’t order as much as we did. The croquettes and potato salad were good but heavy and you could skip

+1

Joshua Gorospe

Great seafood! Relaxing casual atmosphere! They gave me a complimentary shot with my meal! If I lived in Spain I would come here every week. 😄

andrew b-r

Good cosy place, good service and atmosphere. Food is good and drink too but they need to learn how to serve on tap, the head is too big. But never mind. Very good lunch eggs & ham and callos! And when you've eaten too much..just wash it down with a Frangelico

Rob Bennett

Excellent authentic Spanish food. Friendly staff. Good prices. Nice decor.

+2

Neil Weisensel

Had a chance for one on one with the wait staff and they were so fun. Tapas were more filling than most places. Atmosphere was unique. Should be more popular based on location, but it’s in my favor to keep it a local secret. Awesome place.

Jarrod Brown

Eating at Jota Batela is truly a unique experience each time you go. Because the chef focuses on the seasonal flavors and available ingredients in the local market, the menu is never static and changes frequently, offering delightful surprises to everyone who partakes. That said, the quality of the food never changes, as it is always at its highest, and the service remains consistent and exceptional. I joined a friend for dinner at Jota Batela, and we thought the restaurant design was authentic to Madrid and the bright yellow walls felt cheery and welcoming. The rustic wood floors, mixed with the wood tables and railings added warmth. We started with an assortment of Iberian ham and sausage selection. The meat was salty, tender, and delicious. The different sausages each had a distinct flavor and there was a nice mix. We also tried anchovies with black and green olives in vinegar, which was not as salty as it sounds. Instead, it was a nice balance of salt and bitter flavors balanced by the tang of the vinegar. Grandma’s Meatballs were possibly my favorite, as they tasted tender, homemade, and juicy. They’re cooked to perfection, and were a great mix of meat and seasoning. My friend loved her beef cheeks in cider, saying the meat was braised just enough to make it succulent and moist, with a delicious flavor. I thought my grilled sea bream with olive oil and garlic was simple but done well. Completely delectable. I opted to try the traditional rice pudding for dessert, and shared with my friend. It was creamy and sweet, with a hint of spice to bring out the flavor. My friend and I both agreed that we can’t wait to see what the next season brings, as Jota Batela’s ingredients based menu is delicious every time!

+4

Llueve en Madrid...días fríos...y mientras esperamos una cita de museo, caminando nos topamos con Jota Batela, una taberna restaurante. Queríamos plato de cuchara y la casa ofrece calentito " cocido madrileño". Que buena opción!. Que buen sabor, presentación, bien cuidado el producto... Buen servicio. Muy recomendado. Ah..para iniciar albóndigas de la abuela! ...una copa de vino tinto y un vaso de sidra! Que reconfortante. Buenas proteina para este día lluvioso de febrero 10 de 2026... Los que están por acá lo saben!..mucha lluvia... Gracias por un buen producto!

Taberna que por su conservación y estilo te hace volver a tiempos medievales. Nos atendieron fenomenal y nos dieron mesa para seis a pesar de no tener reserva. Las albóndigas buenísimas y la tortilla de bacalao espectacular. Salimos a 20€ por persona y bien de cantidad.

Ideal para unas cervezas previas. Bien ubicado, bien servicio, no hay cervezas malas, todo muy cuco de madera y te sirven tapas. Enfrente del José Alfredo, para aquellos que no quieran cenar.

Oleg D

Jota Batela has an interesting, atmospheric interior filled with old ship details, evoking a seaside taverna in a small coastal village. The ambiance is distinctive, though everything feels slightly dusty, as if the space hasn’t been refreshed in a while. The food is creative but uneven. I tried the scallops, the cod omelet, and a potato–fish salad. While all were pleasant, they felt overpriced for the quality and execution. Overall, Jota Batela is an interesting place with decent food, but nothing truly memorable. Worth visiting once for the atmosphere, but not a spot I’d return to.

+5

Ilianna P

Nice little place, with character. The Roasted Peppers and hake (bacalao) were the best dishes. The galician octopus was not my favourite.

Mesón para picar tapas. Calidad/precio normal. Como puntos favorables es fácil conseguir mesa y el personal es muy amable. Platos sin pretensiones pero que permiten cubrir las expectativas en una zona saturada turísticamente. No es un restaurante sobresaliente pero cumple su función a precios normales para la zona.

Hemos comido tres personas, 85€ con un postre y 2 cafés. Nos han dado mesa sin reserva y hemos estado bien en un apartado. La camarera simpática pero demasiado distraída hablando en la barra. -Huevos rotos con gula: Las patatas eran estilo cocida machacadas y ajos casi crudos. - Carrilladas: Un plato de únicamente 2 trozos con guarnición igual con patatas cocidas machacadas con perejil. -Pulpo de sabor muy rico pero sin cortar, costaba cortarlo. -Tarta de queso: Sabor un poco ácida y muuuuy espesa. -Arroz con leche: Pasado. Conclusión todo bien pero para no repetir. (Foto del pulpo)

We arrived at the restaurant around 6 pm. At this time there were not many different types of tapas available. We ate a Spanish omelet and got a complimentary rice dish to go with it. It was tasty bu…

We arrived at the restaurant around 6 pm. At this time there were not many different types of tapas available. We ate a spanish omelet and got a complimentary rice dish to go with it. It was tast…

Rumeysa Bulut Keskin

I don’t know why but there was a worm in the starter plate. Fish dishes were delicious but too pricey. You can see the bill. Flan Casero and the cheesecake were nice. Although I liked the interior and some of the food, the worm and prices affected my rating.

+4

Ya no es lo que fue en su momento. La comida escasa, poco sabrosa, menú muy limitado ( menú me refiero a la página plastificada que me dieron con los platos que sirven, aunque ellos describen dichos platos en la sección Menú de Google). El precio excesivo para el tamaño de los platos (tamaño de los platos que nos sirvieron nada que ver con las fotos que vemos en otras reseñas). No recomiendo en absoluto.

hacı yatmaz

Place is good, food is very delicious and service was good. But there was worms on the plate and in pickled fish. Too expensive also.