Fodor's Expert Review Confitería El Riojano
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Café
The opulent Confitería El Riojano was founded in 1855 by Dámaso Maza, the personal pastry chef of Queen Maria Christina of Austria, and the original mahogany counters and ornate display cases are still in use. The pastries are hit-or-miss these days, but the ladyfingers (soletillas) dunked in hot chocolate are a safe bet and the historical ambience compensates for any culinary foibles.
Quick Facts
Known For:
- Ladyfingers dipped in melted chocolate
- Art Deco interiors
- Lots of history and lore
