One of the busiest and most popular areas in Madrid is the Puerta del Sol district, largely due to the fact that it was one of the gates to the city in historic Madrid. It was an area where people would meet and much trade and entertainment would take place here. Modern Puerta del Sol is similar in this respect as there are plenty of bars and restaurants to keep one entertained. If you choose a holiday apartment in the Puerta del Sol area don’t miss some of these typical Spanish restaurants!Abaceria de la VillaAddress: 83 Castello, MadridAlthough this restaurant has a traditional small town feel to it, it produces high quality food and only uses the best and freshest produce from the local markets. The specialities at this restaurant include game and wild mushroom dishes as well as low fat alternatives. ZalacainAddress: 4 Calle Álvarez de Baena, MadridThis has long been regarded as one of the best restaurants in Madrid. It is the perfect location for a romantic meal in the city centre as it pays attention to every detail of the service. This Michelin Star Madrid restaurant serves top class Spanish dishes which are hard to match for quality.Bodega de Angel SierraAddress: 11 Gravina, MadridThis extremely popular restaurant is the best place to come if you enjoy eating tapas and socialising over your food, you may be advised to try and book in advance to avoid disappointment.

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