Description

Restaurant critics, neighborhood regulars, and first time visitors alwaysagree about Ole Madrid: the atmosphere is great, the food is superb,and the service is outstanding. The restaurant offers a casual atmospherethat is perfect for dining with friends, co-workers, and family members. Thecreative menu features a wide array of great selections, always made fromthe highest quality ingredients. Be sure ...
by restaurant.com on February 08, 2008 from restaurant.com

Tips

Save Money: Thursday nights are Lobster night and Friday nights are Prime Rib night, with both priced at $14.95 after 5pm.
by Citysearch on April 05, 2008 from Citysearch
The Extras: Ole Madrid transforms into a nightclub at 10:30pm Thu-Sat. Arrive at 9:30pm and lounge in ther basement bar until the restaurant is transformed.
by Citysearch on April 05, 2008 from Citysearch

Editorial Reviews

In Short Step into Ole Madrid and succumb to Mediterranean style and Spanish sass. Tones of gold and brick red provide warmth, while the dynamic layout enhances the character of the winding staircases and metal fixtures. The tapas selection offers enough variety to satisfy a group preparing for a night in the Gaslamp, while the entrees and balcony seating befit a romantic night for two. ...
Rated 4.2 stars by Citysearch on April 05, 2008 from Citysearch
Every Friday night, the disco ball drops and the club really starts swingin'. The eclecticness of this bar might be its greatest appeal. The light hardwood, oval bar nearly separates the club into two rooms and allows revelers on either side a peek at the goods they're missing over yonder. The floors are dark, worn hardwood; the bannisters are wrought iron, and the curtains that would split the bar ...
by signonsandiego on April 26, 2007 from signonsandiego
Every Friday night, the disco ball drops and the club really starts swingin'. The eclecticness of this bar might be its greatest appeal. The light hardwood, oval bar nearly separates the club into two rooms and allows revelers on either side a peek at the goods they're missing over yonder. The floors are dark, worn hardwood; the bannisters are wrought iron, and the curtains that would split the bar ...
by signonsandiego on April 26, 2007 from signonsandiego
Loud and energetic, this dressy dance club features a changing lineup of celebrated DJs spinning house and hip-hop. The adjoining restaurant has tapas and sangria (lunch and dinner). Live music and dancing (jazz, pop, salsa) Thursday through Sunday from 7pm; Friday and Saturday: DJs after 10pm, live flamenco dancing 7-10pm.
by frommers on April 11, 2007 from frommers

Information from the business

Ole Madrid

Ole Madrid opened in 1990, before San Diego's downtown was known to be a local hot spot. At this time, Horton Plaza just opened and there were few restaurants in the area. Taking the risk that people would overcome their fear of downtown, the owners began what would eventually become the soul of the Gaslamp Quarter. Soon after opening in a small location on F street (now The Start ...
by clubzone on June 25, 2008 from clubzone