Like MM said, La Puebla, was great. And it WAS strange that the waiter asked us to "move along" because the table was being eyed by some hungry people. On the other hand, I would have wagered a shilling that the tip was the largest tip the waiter had ever seen. hahahaha.

Nice to meet everyone. Maybe we could think to expand our horizons and have lunch up here in the mountains were I live. San Lorenzo de El Escorial, famous for "the grey palace" of Felipe II built in the 14th century, offers some fine eating establishments. After lunch, an exploration of the grey palace, or a quiet walk in the "Parque de Felipe II" to relieve city tensions or a full stomach, is certainly an option now that the days are getting longer.

Ah yes, the photo. Well, I forgot to load the camera with film. What's film? Just joking. Enclosed is the digital image. Wait, maybe I can't enclose the photo. Ok, MadridMan, look for an email with the photo, so you can string it in.

Let's "do" lunch again soon.

rocketshipjack

Thanks for the photo, rocketshipjack. It turned out pretty well!



From Left to Right:
Mongo, MadridMan, Mongo's brother Terry, SRedw, and rocketshipjack (not pictured - taking Life Magazine-quality photo)

Saludos, MadridMan

I'm glad you enjoy your meal. I see you sat at the same table I use to do there, at the far left end of the place (was it the last-but-one in that left side?).

About they inviting you to leave the table if finished, well, it happens sometimes in Spain if there are people waiting and it's not too late to accept new customers. I hope they weren't rude when asking you...

Never a rude moment. It was just unusual.

So, where do we go next? And when?

later

rsj

I'm with rocketshipjack. The waiter wasn't rude at any time but I was surprised with the request. Comparing the two ("La Puebla" and "La Sanabresa") I think I'd still choose "La Sanabresa" as my favorite.

Where next? Stay tuned for a new thread - or start your own!

Saludos, MadridMan

I also enjoyed the lunch. The food and conversation were excellent and it was great to meet new people. The waiter was cool and kinda made me tingle inside when he talked.

Looking forward to doing it again.

Shawn

Excellent photo guys!It's great to see that the good ol' MM gatherings in Madrid are back!

Thanks, El Marques de Concha Espina! They're back and more regular - in the daytime too.

Saludos, MadridMan

I also enjoyed myself, although the lack of wine was certainly uncharacteristic on my part.

I'll be making a return visit in late/mid April. Rocketshipjack has made an intriguing proposal. In all my visits to Spain, El Escorial is a place I have never been.

Love the picture. Looks like a great time. I'll be in Madrid in early April, so if by chance another MM outing is on the books, I'd love to join.

Mongo, I'm in South Minneapolis. How much time do you spend here? It might be fun to meet up and chat about Madrid/Spain or whatever. Let me know if you might be interested.

sm