Arabic, Spanish — By MAP on December 22, 2009 at 6:54 pm

Hidden Gem in La Latina!

We all know that after the Rastro on a Sunday afternoon the hip thing to do is head to La Latina for tapas, drinks, and fun. But what many people don’t tell you is that it’s sometimes difficult to find a place that a) isn’t packed and b) isn’t expensive. Well, aren’t you lucky that you found us! Because we’ve stumbled upon the perfect place to go after stocking up on goodies at the Rastro…We even debated not filling you in. Just kidding, we would never do that. Okay, ready? It’s called La Buena Mezcla, and it’s on Calle Redondilla, 9, around the corner from the jam packed Plaza de la Paja.

So what makes this place stand out? On Sundays La Buena Mezcla gives you free plates of food for ordering a glass of wine or a beer. Yes, it’s not the other way around. Order a glass of wine or beer and you get to choose between dishes like Pisto (similar to Ratatouille), warm eggplant salad, spicy yummy lentils, tortilla, and more. Of course, there are other things you can order off the menu, but the free plates are large enough to fill you up. And, if you order another glass of wine/beer, you get another plate, for free!

La Buena Mezcla is exactly what its name translates to in English. It’s a mix of everything. Walk in to the establishment and it looks like Oprah should hire one of her de-clutter bugs to help clean out the place. There are paintings, tea pots hanging from the rafters, and the feel is vintage. The music is chill and soulful, and if you go downstairs you’ll find low tables, pillows, and great bathrooms. The downstairs has more of an Arabic feel.

We should also mention that they are known for their Mojitos, and Frutos Naturales. During the day they offer a Menu del Dia for 6 euros; the food is typical Spanish or Jordanian dishes.

Also, everyone there is super friendly. Lola is the owner of the place and she greets everyone with a smile as they walk through the door.

Now, whenever someone asks, “where should we go after the Rastro?” You’ll say, “I know this really great place. La Buena Mezcla. Have you heard of it?”

Beer = 1.50 – 3 euors
Wine = 2.50 euros
Cocktails = 7 euros
Menu del Dia = 6 euros

La Buena Mezcla
Calle Redondilla, 9
91 365 1106
Tuesday – Friday – 8 a.m. – 2 a.m.
Saturday-Sunday – 1 p.m. – 2:30a.m.

To go to the main Food and Tapas page click here