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Café Gijón reopens, a classic in central Madrid after months of works
Central Madrid regains one of its most emblematic spaces with the reopening of a historic café after five months of works. Café Gijón returns to activity renewed, while retaining the atmosphere that made it a meeting place for generations.
The news marks a long-awaited return for locals and visitors who have seen this café as more than just a place to have a drink: it is a space for taking a break, conversation, and urban life. For decades, its tables have hosted everyday meetings and key moments in the city’s social history.
The renovation has adapted the interior to current needs without losing its essence. The décor and atmosphere retain nods to its past, creating a balance between tradition and comfort that invites people to rediscover the space.
Figures such as Santiago Ramón y Cajal and Benito Pérez Galdós once frequented this café, which reinforces its value as part of Madrid’s cultural heritage. Its reopening returns to the city one of those places where history and daily life naturally intersect.