As part of our Tastes of the World feature, we explore Lartisan Madrid, a modern fusion restaurant found in the heart of its namesake city’s Malasaña neighbourhood. Serving food that is a tasty and authentic mix of the cuisine found across the Mediterranean, Latin America, Africa, and Asia, this location takes patrons on an exotic gastronomic journey that sees quality ingredients combined with a range of spices to create aromas and textures like no other.
Since opening its doors, Lartisan Madrid has stood out in Madrid’s bustling restaurant scene as a result of its unique fusion approach, commitment to using only quality ingredients, and impeccable customer service. Offering its own brand of culinary creativity, the restaurant’s menu brings diverse flavours together perfectly, something perhaps best seen in its new Jamaican-Caribbean blend, which is complete with an added Mediterranean touch that reflects the restaurant’s Spanish home.
It is the element of surprise that encapsulates what Lartisan Madrid is all about, and the team here will never tire of watching faces light up when they experience a new flavour combination for the first time. Every dish served is prepared and presented delicately, which ties into the overall aesthetic of the restaurant itself – equal parts elegant and welcoming. The result is that Lartisan Madrid is much more than just a place to eat, it is a destination with good vibes, great creativity, and even better flavours.
With excellence in both food and hospitality serving as its calling card, Lartisan Madrid is the go-to location for those in search of a delectable brunch in this region, as this, above all else, is the restaurant’s speciality. Its fusion brunch sees a move away from more traditional brunch menus that can be found across the country, and instead employs a new twist to the classics, such as its roasted eggplant with Thai red curry Benedict, or its Kalamata hummus served with chistorra and chutney.
For those who are not feeling so adventurous, Lartisan Madrid’s menu does also contain excellent versions of classic brunch staples, from buttery sourdough toast to croissant bowls, pancakes, yoghurts, and a number of savoury and granola-based dishes.
Lartisan Madrid’s quality offerings also extend to lunch and dinner options, seen in the likes of its excellent lunchtime snack menu that is comprised of such speciality offerings as Thai cod and prawn croquettes, shiitake and portobello quesadillas filled with truffle cream, and even tender Iberian pork shoulder served with a Madras sweet potato and pineapple vinaigrette. The result is a lunch trip around the world, complete with exquisite flavour combinations guaranteed not to be found anywhere else.
To wash this great food down, Lartisan Madrid provides its guests with a series of alcoholic and non-alcoholic options. The waiters at this location told us that when their customers want something cold to drink, they usually choose either the acai or berries paradise smoothies, and consistently love them. As for cocktails, the bar’s regulars champion the mojito, espresso martini, and coconut wake-up kiss. For something unique, there is the ‘confusion’ cocktail, which offers a distinctive spicy flavour.
Across all of these food and drink options, Lartisan Madrid strives for innovation, seeking out in particular tourists and young people in search of non-traditional food and exotic dishes that bring together the best elements of regional cuisine from around the world. Moreover, the team here are acutely aware of wider industry trends, such as nutritious and cost-effective dining, and have implemented such offerings into their menus. Thus, for brunch, lunch, or dinner, customers can enjoy a series of smaller, healthier tapas dishes.
Looking to the bright future the restaurant has ahead of it, staff here explain that two different franchising companies have been in touch over the past year to strike a deal with Lartisan Madrid. However, the plan at the minute is to offer the location up to private investors, so that the team may remain fully in control of management and production. Things are still being worked out behind the scenes, but whatever happens, Lartisan Madrid remains committed to its aim of providing quality fusion food and great service.
Appealing to international tourists and the local population alike, Lartisan Madrid offers a place to gather with family and friends and enjoy the best brunch fusion food, tapas, and cocktails for miles around. Having held the attention of everyone from celebrities to food and lifestyle journalists, we add to the acclaim of this destination and urge those ever in the area to stop by and try its remarkable dishes.
Company: Lartisan Madrid
Web Address: https://lartisan.es/
