Café del Soul

Sol (El Centro), Madrid –

A spirited and cheery hangout, Café del Soul is a narrow bar and eatery where easygoing patrons of all ages enjoy a chill vibe and a hearty selection of both tapas and cocktails.

Warm, coral-colored adobe walls and groovy electronic dance music add to the mellow vibe, while the Gaudí-inspired tables and booths in the back create an authentic Spanish feel and provide comfy nooks for the casual, friendly groups that gather there for a bit of relaxing.

Later in the evening, especially when the DJs show up on the weekends, the venue takes on a funkier vibe as the lights dim and the volume rises.

One of the bar’s more interesting particularities is that there’s a door at either end, each one facing its own picturesque street. Guests can stop in at one end of Café del Soul for a light dinner, then pass through for a couple of cocktails and a bit of neighborly conversation with the outgoing and welcoming clientele.