Torrijas in Madrid and Spain are the most typical sweets enjoyed during Holy Week, and their preparation and ingredients are similar to French toasts. They are made by dipping a slice of bread in milk, syrup, or wine, then in egg and fried in a pan with oil. Lastly, they are sweetened with honey or sugar and cinnamon.

If you are in Madrid during Holy Week and you have a sweet tooth, don’t miss out on trying this exquisite treat! We have taken the time to try many torrijas in Madrid and here are recommendations for some of the best places to try them.

Do you dare to try to make your own torrijas? Here is the recipe:

1. Pastelería La Mallorquina 

It is a traditional Madrid patisserie, established in 1894, that has offered delicacies to all types of palates throughout the years. Especially during holidays, it is one of the most visited patisseries by Madrid families.

During Holy Week, this bakery doesn’t disappoint with its torrijas and other sweets. Of course, be prepared to wait your turn because it is a very busy bakery, and is likely to be full most of the time.

Location: Puerta del sol, 8 / Calle de Velázquez, 39

2. La casa de las Torrijas

Considered one of the best traditional places to eat torrijas in Madrid, and best of all, you can eat them at any time of the year. You can order them with milk or wine. Their torrijas are soft, moist, and not too sweet and will melt in your mouth. If you want to immerse yourself in Spanish culture and chat with locals, you should go to this place!

Location: Calle de la Paz, 4

3. La Antigua Pastelería del Pozo

One of the oldest patisseries in Madrid founded in 1830. Among its specialities, you will find sponge cake torrijas filled with superior quality pastry cream. If you want to try this variant of torrijas, do not hesitate to visit this patisserie. It is one of the favourite meeting points for Spaniards and tourists.

Location: Calle del Pozo, 8

4. La Duquesita: Confitería y Repostería

A patisserie founded in 1914 where you will find a wide variety of sweets, especially the rich torrijas and other high-quality traditional sweets. There is something between the simplicity of its sweets and the decoration of the place that attracts you and makes you want to stay longer! It is a small, cozy and cute place.

Location: Calle de Fernando VI, 2

5. Pomme Sucre

If you are looking for a snack, you cannot miss Pomme Sucre. Specializing in French pastries,  you can try traditional torrijas, and other delicacies fresh from the oven! Each of its products is of excellent quality, typical of the best pastry shops in France.

Location: Calle de Fuencarral, 129

Eating Torrijas near LAE Madrid

6. Levadura Madre

Definitely, our favorite shop to go for a coffee and a sweet for breakfast or a snack! It offers a great variety of sweet, savory and, in general, delicious and fresh options.  You can’t miss out on their irresistible torrijas. This pastry shop is just a 5 minute-walk from LAE Madrid.

Location: Calle de José Ortega y Gasset, 92

7. Cristina Oria

If you are a fan of traditional and original at the same time, you should try the torrija from chef Cristina Oria’s restaurant.  Made from roscón bread, it is without a doubt, one of the most unique types of torrijas in the country. The best thing about it is that we have them here in Madrid and very close in the Salamanca district. If you want to make them healthier, you can ask them to be baked instead of fried.

Location: Calle de José Ortega y Gasset, 29

8. LS Fusion

If your favourite sweets are torrijas, you can find it here, just stop by and ask for this traditional delicacy. In addition, other specialities of this place are their churros and batons with chocolate.  They also have a very good menu for lunch or dinner.  Did you expect that? What are you waiting for? Go visit this great place, it is very close to LAE Madrid, a few minutes walking.

Location: Calle de José Ortega y Gasset, 90

9. Pasteleria Atuel

This pastry shop doesn’t disappoint and offers a great wide variety of desserts, artisanal chocolates and excellent customer service. In their display case, you can find the traditional torrija, the star dessert at this time of Easter. Try them, you won’t regret it!

Location: Calle de José Ortega y Gasset, 87

10. Pastelería Animari

It is the closest traditional pastry shop to the school where you can indulge yourself and taste any of the typical seasonal treats they offer, such as the authentic torrijas. Once you go in, you will want to go back!  Go and try their torrijas this Easter!

Location: Calle de José Ortega y Gasset, 86

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