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El Descanso

El Descanso

🍖Mediterranean· Madrid · ★ 4 (2,073) · €€
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ORDER (order.inc) read all 69 dishes on the menu at El Descanso in Madrid and checked each one against 10 diets. 43 of 69 dishes are rated safe for pescatarian, 41 of 69 for lactose free. for more protein the top pick is Grilled Beef Steak (for 2) at 180g protein and 2450 calories. data as of 4 september 2026.

menu items69
diets checked10

scanned for 10 diets

every one of the 69 dishes checked against each diet

vegetarian20 safe
vegan4 safe
pescatarian43 safe
gluten free26 safe
dairy free37 safe
lactose free41 safe
halal30 safe
kosher24 safe
keto23 safe
low sodium15 safe
safeto check with staffnot for this diet

guidance, not medical advice. confirm ingredients and preparation with the restaurant, especially for allergies.

nutrition insights

across 69 plates on this menu

more proteinlighter platesreal food

how much protein a plate actually carries

what you'll pay

€15.99 on average, €4.40 to €42.90 across the menu

<€10
€10-20
€20-30
€30-40
€40+

half of the menu sits at €10-20.

what earns it

the three plates behind that ranking

  • Grilled Beef Steak (for 2)€42.90

    P 180g · C 0g · F 185g · 2450 cal

    2450 cal and 180g protein—a massive amount of protein, but the fat content is extreme.

    keto friendlyhigh protein
  • Red Tuna Loin (for sharing)€38.90

    P 110g · C 5g · F 40g · 850 cal

    850 cal and 110g protein—an incredible, high-protein source for muscle growth.

    keto friendlyhigh protein
  • Donostiarra Monkfish (for 2)€38.90

    P 85g · C 12g · F 42g · 780 cal

    780 cal and 85g protein—an excellent, high-protein source for muscle growth.

    keto friendlyhigh protein

66 more dishes decoded

every macro and diet check, in the app

known for

  • BBQ Ribs with Potatoes

    Known as 'The House of Ribs,' this is their absolute top seller.

    €16.90

  • Grilled Beef Steak (for 2)

    It's the go-to choice for meat lovers and groups.

    €42.90

  • Pulpo a la Gallega

    A classic Spanish starter that consistently hits the mark.

    €21.90

the move

You have to get the BBQ ribs, they aren't called the 'house of ribs' for nothing. If you're feeling adventurous, ask for the Romanian Sarmale off-menu, but definitely skip the Vietnamese rolls and stick to the grill.

good to know

what should i order at El Descanso for more protein or a lighter plate?

180g of protein: Grilled Beef Steak (for 2) at 2450 calories, €42.90. lighter: Grilled Prawns at 320 calories and 45g protein, €19.90. data as of 4 september 2026.

does El Descanso have pescatarian dishes?

43 of 69 dishes at El Descanso are rated safe for pescatarian. checked dish by dish, not self-reported. data as of 4 september 2026.

does El Descanso have lactose free dishes?

41 of 69 dishes at El Descanso are rated safe for lactose free, 13 to check with staff. checked dish by dish, not self-reported. data as of 4 september 2026.

is there a set menu at El Descanso?

1 menú del día, from €14, monday to friday, 13:00 to 16:00. data as of 4 september 2026.

guidance, not medical advice. confirm ingredients and preparation with the restaurant, especially for allergies.

C. Zaorejas, 3, Barajas, 28042 Madrid, Spain
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