This was highly recommended to us but, to be honest, we were a little underwhelmed. The food was very good, the wine excellent and the service impeccable yet it didn't really warrant the huge bill be ended up with. Style over substance?

We went to Viridiana last week after having evaluated other top-rated options in Madrid. The restaurant is small and nice, although we had to cope with an annoying motor-like noise during all the dinner. Waiters are very professional, perfect service. Abraham, the chef, came to read us the menu, in a funny, intellectual and professional way. We could not say... More

If you are visiting Madrid and you have had your fill of paella and ham croquettes, Abraham Garcia's Viridiana is an excellent alternative. The setting is charming (movies and horses figure prominently) and the presentations are imaginative and elegant. The restaurant is just a few blocks from the Ritz and the Grand Hotel, near the Parquet de Madrid. The amuse... More

We took the family to Viridiana for our last holiday meal. There were ten of us with one baby and two young ones. All of us loved it. My children had snails, foie Gras, eggs with truffles and the marrow bones. They absolutely loved it. It is hard to find great restaurants that treat kids properly. Other places we have... More

Went to Viridiana for a business dinner with a large group and we had a great time. The place is charming with its movie theme and perfect for any occasion: business or romantic or family dinner or lunch. Our large table was perfectly set and the service staff was highly competent. The food is outstanding and I could see that... More

We stayed a block away at the AC Palacio del Retiro. This was our first dining experience and it was lunch. The restaurant is cozy and warm inside. It is small and intimate. The staff were professional and engaging. The menu was interesting with gourmet twists. We would definitely return and recommend making a reservation.

This place had great food and amazing service. The menu is pretty diverse, with an interest fusion of different spanish and french cuisine. The server described the sourcing for the ingredients in each dish...in English. If you speak Spanish, the chef evidently will come to your table to do the same. I had the mushroom and shrimp crepe for an... More

We were attracted to this restaurant because it was named after one of our favourite movies. We weren't disappointed. The food is sometimes daring, consistently complex and delicious and clearly of Michelin Star standard. The service is warm, friendly and efficient. And the ambience is relaxed and intimate. Given the quality of the food, it's also excellent value. It's easily... More

For many years Viridiana has been and still is my favorite restaurant in Madrid. I enjoy a meal at Viridiana every time that I visit Madrid. Chef / owner Abraham Garcia personally recites to you the many dishes that are not in the menu, but I am not sure how that goes with non-Spanish speaking guests. Be prepared to enjoy... More