This signature dish combines fresh ventresca (the prized belly cut of yellowfin tuna) with ripe tomato and crispy layers of puff pastry. Reviews specifically call out the juiciness and balance—the tomato and tuna complement each other without the pastry becoming soggy. It's been highlighted on multiple food blogs as a standout dish at the restaurant.
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This is one of the most frequently recommended dishes on review sites. It's a signature that works as a starter or as part of a shared selection.
Excellent for special occasions—elegant plating and the flavors are balanced. Pairs well with a crisp white wine from their wine list.
Breaded Cantabrian squid fried until crispy, served with lemon. Reviews consistently highlight the texture and quality—reviewers note they're particularly good quality and worth ordering twice. The squid is sourced fresh from northern Spanish waters where this species is prized for its tender meat.
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Order a double portion—one isn't enough once you start eating. They come hot from the fryer and are best eaten immediately.
Share this as part of a table of small plates rather than making it your main. It pairs perfectly with the patatas bravas and the Cantabrian anchovies.
These ham croquettes (often called 'Mom's Croquettes' on the menu) are filled with a creamy béchamel and quality jamón. Reviews specifically praise them as especially noteworthy among the appetizers. They're made fresh to order and arrive piping hot, which is essential to their texture and flavor.
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Five pieces is a good starter portion for one person. Eat them immediately when they arrive while the outside is still crispy and the filling is creamy.
These are often recommended as part of a mixed starter lineup with the anchovies and patatas bravas. Together they make a nice variety.
The restaurant's renowned patatas bravas feature crispy-outside, creamy-inside potatoes topped with a balanced house aioli and tangy tomato sauce. Multiple reviewers emphasize the quality and execution—one specifically noted they ordered them again. This is a signature dish at La Pescadería and appears on both the bar snacks and main menu.
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Order at least one portion per two people—they go quickly when sharing. The sauce ratio is key, and the kitchen gets it right every time.
Sit at the bar to watch them prepare these. The speed and consistency are impressive, and they explain the sauce variations if you ask.
These delicate Cantabrian anchovies are sourced directly from one of Spain's premium fishing regions and presented with minimal intervention—just high-quality olive oil and fleur de sel. Multiple reviewers describe them as 'excellent' and note the texture and freshness stand out. This is a dish where the sourcing and quality of the ingredient are the entire story.
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These can vary in availability depending on the catch. Call ahead to confirm they're in stock if you have your heart set on them.
Perfect pairing with a cold Albariño or crisp vermouth from their drinks menu. The saltiness cuts beautifully.
This traditional Señoret paella is loaded with fresh langostinos (Norway lobsters) and features the characteristic short-grain rice cooked in a rich seafood stock. The dish gets praise for generous portions and quality ingredients. It's designed to be shared (the €36 price is for two servings) and showcases the restaurant's expertise with rice dishes—one of their core specialties mentioned in all reviews.
Tips from diners
Perfect for sharing between two people, though some reviewers note generous portions mean one per person is plenty. Ask for it with the socarrat (crispy bottom layer) if you like that texture.
This is on the pricier end but offers better value than ordering individual seafood mains. The langostinos are fresh and abundant.
Part of the acclaimed Lamucca group, La Pescadería opened its second location on Calle Hermosilla in September 2021. The restaurant occupies two floors with a sleek bar, spacious dining rooms, private spaces for events, and a leafy terrace. The original Malasaña location (opened 2013) took its name from a historic fish market, and the Hermosilla location carries forward that tradition of sourcing carefully selected seafood alongside creative rice dishes and meat options.
Make a reservation, especially on weekends or for groups. Extended hours (open until 2:30 AM on weekend nights) mean late-night seating is possible but fills up with the after-dinner crowd.
Ask for a table on the terrace if weather permits. The ivy-covered facade and outdoor setting create a more intimate atmosphere than the busy interior bar.
The restaurant has two private dining rooms perfect for groups. Contact them in advance to arrange and discuss menu options. The service team (ask for Álvaro, Joel, or Emilio if you return) is knowledgeable about pairing recommendations.
The wine list is thoughtfully curated. If you're not experienced with Spanish wines, the staff can recommend bottles that pair with seafood at various price points. They know their menu inside out.
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