Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid
Influencer Reviews1
JOLLY
About
Ritz is a historic Spanish café known for serving traditional churros with hot chocolate, as well as local specialties like horchata and fartons. The café has a reputation for its classic ambiance and dedication to authentic Spanish pastries, making it a popular destination for both locals and tourists seeking a genuine taste of Spain’s sweet treats.
The Visit
The reviewer visits Ritz, a classic Spanish café, to sample their renowned churros, hot chocolate, horchata, and fartons. The experience is marked by excitement over the quality and presentation of the churros, which are described as thin, crispy, and perfectly paired with thick, bubbling hot chocolate. While the churros impress, the fartons receive mixed reactions, with the cream-filled version faring better. The overall atmosphere feels like a step up, with a sense of tradition and indulgence.
What They Ate
Quotes
"This place is cool. Like, this is really old."
"Oh, look at that. Chocolate con churros. Horchata con farton."
"This hot chocolate is like bubbling over. It's so thick."
"That may just be the best churro I've ever had."
"Maybe we should try a Farton. That, that. Should we watch the Fartons? We probably should."
"The churro was way better, though. Yeah. I can see why churros have travelled. Fartons, I can also see why they haven't made it outside of Spain."
Our Reflection
The visit to Ritz captures the essence of Spanish café culture, where tradition and indulgence meet. The reviewers’ reactions to the churros—crisp, thin, and paired with decadent hot chocolate—highlight the universal appeal of this classic treat. The playful, candid commentary on fartons adds levity, showing that not every local specialty resonates equally with visitors. Ultimately, Ritz stands out as a place where the simple pleasure of churros and chocolate becomes a memorable, joyful experience.
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