What to order at Juana La Loca

Must order
The tortilla de patata caramelizada (pincho 4 euros, racion 14).
Signature dishes
Tortilla de patata caramelizada, Foie con compota de manzana, Croquetas
Editor tip
Walk-in for the bar; the dining room books three days ahead. The tortilla is sliced at the counter for the bar crowd.
CuisineSpanish tapas
Price€€
NeighborhoodLa Latina
HoursMon 19:00-24:00; Tue-Thu 13:00-17:00 and 19:00-24:00; Fri 13:00-17:00 and 19:00-01:00; Sat 13:00-19:00 and 20:00-01:00; Sun 13:00-19:00 and 20:00-24:00
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Location

Address: Plaza Puerta de Moros 4, 28005 Madrid

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