Las Carboneras

Madrid


Like most of the tablaos (flamenco venues) around town, this place sees far more tourists than locals, but the quality is nonetheless excellent. It’s not the place for gritty, soul-moving spontaneity, but it’s still an excellent introduction and one of the few places that flamenco aficionados seem to have no complaints about.


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