Mercado de la Paz

🍝Italian·
4.5(11,413)
·$$

A charming market stall where Chef Matteo serves up authentic, fresh-made pasta like silky carbonara and slow-cooked ragù in a lively, communal setting. It is a beloved local favorite that doubles as a gourmet shop for high-quality Italian imports and hand-rolled noodles.

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Mercado de la Paz
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Cl. de Ayala, 28B, Salamanca, 28001 Madrid, Spain

www.mercadodelapaz.com

best for your goal

Roast-beef with Truffle

Roast-beef with Truffle

€22.00

Roast beef with truffle.

P 35g· C 5g· F 28g
400 cal

the take

400 cal is a great, protein-packed option that fits well into a weight loss plan.

not suitable for

Vegetarian · Vegan · Pescatarian

check with staff

Dairy-free · Lactose-free · Halal · Kosher · Low Sodium

safe for

Gluten-free · Keto

Bresaola della Valtellina I.G.P. with Pizza Bianca

Bresaola della Valtellina I.G.P. with Pizza Bianca

€20.00

Bresaola cured beef served with pizza bianca bread.

P 35g· C 30g· F 6g
320 cal
not suitable for

Vegetarian · Vegan · Pescatarian · Gluten-free · Keto · Low Sodium

check with staff

Halal · Kosher

safe for

Dairy-free · Lactose-free

Vitello Tonnato

Vitello Tonnato

€15.50

Thinly sliced veal served with a creamy tuna sauce.

P 32g· C 4g· F 24g
360 cal

the take

360 cal is a solid, protein-rich choice that keeps calories in check.

not suitable for

Vegetarian · Vegan · Pescatarian · Kosher

check with staff

Gluten-free · Dairy-free · Lactose-free · Halal · Low Sodium

safe for

Keto

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known for

Tonnarelli Carbonara

Tonnarelli Carbonara

€16.00

Fresh tonnarelli pasta with carbonara sauce (egg, pecorino, guanciale).

760 cal · P 30g · C 78g · F 36g

It is widely considered one of the most authentic versions in Madrid.

Tagliatelle Ragú Bolognese

Tagliatelle Ragú Bolognese

€16.00

Fresh tagliatelle with traditional Bolognese meat sauce.

680 cal · P 28g · C 85g · F 24g

The five-hour simmered sauce is a total crowd favorite.

Parmigiana di Melanzane

Parmigiana di Melanzane

€16.00

Traditional baked eggplant parmigiana.

520 cal · P 18g · C 28g · F 38g

It is the go-to vegetarian comfort dish for regulars.

Tiramisú

Tiramisú

€7.50

Classic Italian coffee-flavored dessert.

460 cal · P 7g · C 42g · F 29g

Diners consistently call it the absolute hit of the dessert menu.

the move

Don't just stick to the menu—always ask for the 'plato del día' to see what's fresh from the market. Since seating is super tight, aim to arrive by 1:00 PM or book ahead if you want to eat on-site.

nutrition insights

Market-Fresh Italian

How It's Cooked

Sautéed
31%
Raw
31%
Baked
19%

context

Matteo's unique market-stall setting means a third of the menu is served raw—perfect for preserving the integrity of fresh ingredients like burrata and cold cuts.

Value & Variety

Menu Prices

15avg

329

Where the Prices Land

12%
<10
66%
10-20
22%
20-30
0%
30-40
0%
40+

Most dishes (66%) fall comfortably in the 10-20 EUR range.

Macro Balance

Average Macro Balance

P 17%C 36%F 47%

context

This is a fat-forward menu typical of authentic Italian cuisine, relying on quality oils, cheeses, and meats.

dietary compatibility

Vegetarian
15 safe2 caution15 unsafe
Vegan
3 safe4 caution25 unsafe
Pescatarian
17 safe2 caution13 unsafe
Gluten-free
5 safe4 caution23 unsafe
Dairy-free
8 safe9 caution15 unsafe
Lactose-free
10 safe10 caution12 unsafe
Halal
15 safe8 caution9 unsafe
Kosher
15 safe7 caution10 unsafe
Keto
5 safe4 caution23 unsafe
Low Sodium
8 safe17 caution7 unsafe

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