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Archy, famous in the ’80s and ’90s, has reappeared under new management. Two fl oors and seven bars—where you’ll fi nd electronic music playing downstairs; pop, rock and dance upstairs. Columns, painted ceilings, velvet armchairs and a huge chandelier create a classic look. International cuisine is served in the restaurant until midnight when the space becomes a VIP area. There’s something different each night, from backgammon to live music.
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Once you’ve stopped snickering at the name, you’ll fi nd some of the best cocktails in the city served in relaxed, stylish surroundings. Bar Cock has an old café atmosphere, and DJs take to the decks from 12.30am. Although there are more happening bars, this one always attracts a pleasant mix of Madrid’s hip crowd, and a fair few celebrities, out to have a quietly good time.
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The Buddha serves an over-30s crowd, and is a two-fl oor space dedicated to the magic of the Far East. Hundreds of buddhas, thousands of candles and original Balinese paintings decorate the club. Enjoy a drink at one of the huge bars, listen to disco or ’80s hits, or dine from the choice of Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese or Philippine menus.
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An arty classic on Calle Alcala that is worth the small entrance fee you have to pay to venture inside. Self-conscious tourists check out the Castillian intellectuals; it’s all very high-brow and grand. The 1920s decor is stunning—so order a brandy and soak up the atmosphere.
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With its air of a New York night club Hanabi is popular with artists, musicians and journalists. Industrial design, electronic music, house and soul, a horseshoe-shaped bar and a chill-out room without music makes Hanabi (fireworks in Japanese) one of the more exclusive spaces in Madrid today.
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