El Descanso
🍖 mediterranean · ★ 4 (2K) · €€
A lively Mediterranean-Romanian hybrid famous for its charcoal-grilled meats and signature BBQ ribs. This local favorite stays open late, serving up hearty portions of grilled chicken and traditional Romanian specialties in a bustling, informal setting.
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what you'll pay
€15.99 on average, €4.40 to €42.90 across the menu
half of the menu sits at €10-20.
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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 Beef Sirloin at 62g protein and 680 calories. data as of 22 september 2026.
what should i order at El Descanso for more protein or a lighter plate?
62g of protein: Beef Sirloin at 680 calories, €24.50. lighter: Beef Steak Tartare at 550 calories and 40g protein, €19.90. data as of 22 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 22 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 22 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 22 september 2026.
guidance, not medical advice. confirm ingredients and preparation with the restaurant, especially for allergies.
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