5 BEST PATATAS BRAVAS in Madrid | We decide the WINNER!

Where are the BEST PATATAS BRAVAS in Madrid? Yoly and I take one for. the team and hunt them down! Venga, let's go! 🥝

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Patatas bravas one probably the most famous tapa in the world. And man, I love them! Almost every bar does them, but so many are disappointing. So Yoly and I decided to hunt down the best ones in the city!

Patatas bravas were invented in Madrid in the 1940s/50s, and they have since spread to Catalonia and other parts of Spain. In Madrid they're generally a hot(ish) red pepper sauce, on double fried potatoes. While in Catalonia and Valencia they are generally served with a pepper sauce, which is also mixed with alioli. Both styles are delicious! And we try both in the video.

The bars we hit in the video are...

1. Las Bravas: These guys have a patented sauce that is totally secret and it's a classic place for bravas in the centre of Madrid. A super traditional opens.

2. Askuabarra: A modern option! The owners come from Valencia, and they do their bravas east-coast style, which means with alioli. Creamy, a bit spicy, delicious! They also do a great steak here if you feel like some meat and potatoes.

3. La Ardosa: Out in the Iglesia neighbourhood, this is not the famous Bodega La Ardosa in Malasaña. This is a very cool old neighbourhood school bar, that's packed with locals and just a cool place to hang out. Their bravas are the traditional style.

4. La Maruca: We're going modern again. In the Salamanca neighbourhood (aka the rich barrio), this is the kind of place where they serve the beer in wine glasses. Yep, you know what I mean. And their bravas are a unique take on the classic dish.

5. Docamar: Way out in the Quintana neighbourhood, this place is a famous neighbourhood stop for bravas. They even sell their secret bravas sauce in bottles to takeaway. They're also famous for their bocadillo de calamares.

So, we hit these five bar (3 traditional, 2 modern) to see who will be the winner!!!

WHO ARE WE? 🥝
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Hola, Spain lovers! We're James and Yoly. James is a New Zealander, and Yoly is from Spain. And we both live in Madrid. This channel is all about giving you a local insight into life in Spain, and helping you experience this country like a local when you come to visit (or live!). If that sounds like your kind of thing, bienvenido!

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[fountver]

That rich genuine Madrid tapa, traditional of all life, is the best thing with a cold beer accompanied by some friends to have a good time

[fdoalos]

Me encanta Yoli...tiene siempre la sonrisa puesta....no la pierdas nunca!

[micasteer]

Fantastic video as usual. So entertaining and nothing better than a good of your tour's discovering Spain's best food . AMAZING. Thank you . Hugs to you both

[kimberlyhayes]

I feel the same way as other viewers. Yoly adds a fantastic dynamic to your show! Great video. Love that it's not all roses when you try new places.;)

[spainrevealed]

Guys! Where are your favourite bravas in Spain? ¿Dónde están tu bravas favoritas en España?

[mrinalinidevi]

I love the way how jolly looks at you ... so lovable..❤

[mariposa]

Docamar has my FAVORITE bravas!! My tia lives a few blocks from there, so whenever my family visits Spain we always go there for bravas and churros in the morning!!
their gambas are amazing too! I would definitely recommend Docamar to anyone visiting Spain

[browntroutfisherman]

You guys are great, thanks for continuing to post these tapas vids. Yoli just smiles constantly she is a gem, it's inspiring..

[PJHamann]

The "perfect" Bravas are soooo elusive! I have come to see them as ethereal moments to be enjoyed when you find them.

[texuztweety]

So much to love in Spain! Thank you both, you videos are just fantastic!!! Funny you mention the Spanish DON'T have a high tolerance for spicy foods,
that is a big difference from the idea of Spanish food here in Texas, because Mexican food is very spicy with the jalapeno pico de gallo served with the food. I realize, Mexico and Spain are vastly different, however the residual idea in the USA is that Spanish food is served in Mexico, but actually it is Mexican food served in Mexico, which is nothing like Spanish food.

[lenswork]

Enjoy these videos very much. Can’t wait to get to Spain again. Soon!

[BarbaChico]

You both are so entertaining! Thank you!!

[JesusPepi]

I think the most typical thing of the video is the "y una de bravas, por favor." Love your videos guys, yu really give a real approach to true Spain culture. Would love to see you on a tour through Cantabira, Asturias and Euskadi.

[winkyelverton]

It’s funny... I was just thinking as Yoly was tasting the PBs from Bodega de la Ardosa that I can almost learn as much as I need to know by her non-verbal expressions! Then, you broke to say how refined her palette is. That really comes through. She complements your commentary really well. Great team! Plus, more great notes for or upcoming trip!

[arayas.]

I like how Yoly always smile! Great video 😄

[aatraub]

Love the videos. I lived above Las Bravas for a bit in the 90s, so visited more than once. Some interesting characters roamed those streets back then. I could taste the Bravas and a caña when you guys were filming there.

[twinkletoes]

Absolutely brilliant video well done..funny+informative..btw great editing with tasty jazz😍!!!!

[andrewb]

Hi you guys Your making me hungry! Love you're work and vlogs. Australia

[chefarantxalamas]

Hi James, I agree all bravas are nice, so when I am around Quintana I do go to Docamar because, yes, their Bravas are great. When around Sol, Las Bravas bar is a must. But around Moncloa I love Los Chicos, calle Guzmán el Bueno, they are delicious and if you haven't try them yet go next time you are around that area!

[AlexM]

James, I love your honesty when it comes to the food that you try. Many people and food channels will say that everything they have had is the most delicious thing ever. With you, you criticize it for what it is, but in a respectful way. I'm definitely going to have to check some of these places out this summer when I visit. Cheers!