Baldoria Madrid
award-winning Neapolitan pizza (13th in 50 Top Pizza Europe 2023)
Lively Italian in Madrid for pizza, pasta, and spritzes. Fast, friendly service; the room is loud and fun after 9pm. Reserve for peak hours.
In Chamberí, Madrid. Easy to fold into a morning or a longer afternoon; there's usually something else worth a stop within a few minutes' walk.
Baldoria is an authentic Neapolitan-Italian restaurant in Madrid's Salamanca district (C. de José Ortega y Gasset, 100), created by Ciro Cristiano, former executive chef of the Big Mamma Group. Its 48-hour-rested pizza dough earned it 13th place and 'New Entry of the Year' in the 50 Top Pizza Europe 2023 ranking, making it among the best pizzerias in Madrid and Spain. Reviews (Tripadvisor 4.3, Google ~4.8) consistently praise the pizza (e.g. the Bufala Fest), truffle pasta, tortellini, Parmesan balls and tiramisu, plus warm, fast service. The atmosphere is lively and entertainment-driven, with live music and a loud, fun vibe after 9pm, matching the curator's notes. Reservations are handled through SevenRooms, with group menus for parties of 9+.