Food place in Madrid
Bar La Campana
Plaza Mayor, Madrid
A narrow bar in the arcade behind the Plaza Mayor that does one thing — the squid sandwich — faster and better than anywhere near it.
Area
Plaza Mayor
Food type
Non-veg
Price range
€5–12
About
What is Bar La Campana famous for?
Order at the counter, pay at the counter, eat standing or take it to the square. This is the one bocadillo de calamares worth the walk in a block full of them.
What to eat here
Best dishes to try at Bar La Campana
Non-veg · €5–12
Good to know
Is Bar La Campana good for families?
Yes — Bar La Campana is family friendly and serves non-vegetarian food.
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Photo spots near Bar La Campana
Shoot nearby, then eat at Bar La Campana.
Mercado de San Miguel
Best photo · Late morning, soon after it opens, before the evening crush fills the hall and the ironwork disappears behind the crowd
Best combo: Photos here, then bocadillo de calamares at Bar La Campana.
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Palacio Real
Best photo · Late afternoon from the Plaza de Oriente, with the west light full on the façade
Best combo: Photos here, then bocadillo de calamares at Bar La Campana.
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Plaza Mayor
Best photo · Just after sunrise, when the square is empty and the frescoed north façade catches first light
Best combo: Photos here, then bocadillo de calamares at Bar La Campana.
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Why Bar La Campana
A narrow bar in the arcade behind the Plaza Mayor that does one thing — the squid sandwich — faster and better than anywhere near it. This is a non-vegetarian kitchen through and through. This sits at the easy end of the scale, with most orders landing around €5–12.
🥘 The order to make
Bocadillo de calamares - Rings of squid, floured and fried, piled into a soft white roll. No sauce, no salad, no lemon unless you ask
⏰ When to go
Hours are not published to the minute here - treat any timing as a guide and confirm locally.
📍 Where it is
Bar La Campana is in Plaza Mayor, Madrid - Comunidad de Madrid. The position is the point - it exists for where it is as much as for what it serves.
✅ The short version
It works for groups with children in tow.
Questions
Bar La Campana — FAQ
What is Bar La Campana famous for?
A narrow bar in the arcade behind the Plaza Mayor that does one thing — the squid sandwich — faster and better than anywhere near it.
What are the must-try dishes at Bar La Campana?
Don't miss Bocadillo de calamares and Tortilla de patatas.
Is Bar La Campana good for families?
Yes — Bar La Campana is family friendly and serves non-vegetarian food.
Where is Bar La Campana located?
Bar La Campana is in Plaza Mayor, Madrid.