Open Bar in Madrid
Complete guide to open Bar in Madrid, Spain. Market analysis, costs, competitors and opportunities.
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Best zones to open a Bar in Madrid
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Last reviewed: 2026-09-01
Bar/Coffee Shop · Madrid — key figures
- Average investment
- €95,000 - €280,000
- Commercial rent
- €15-70/sqm
- Local competition index
- 63/100
- Break-even
- 22-40 months
Source: WhereToOpen.ai location intelligence · 6 mapped neighbourhoods · 2026-09-01. Figures are modelled planning estimates, not audited financials.
Top 3 areas: Bar/Coffee Shop · Madrid
Scored 0–100 on footfall, competition, rent and business-type fit across 6 mapped neighbourhoods.
- 174
La Latina
High footfall, crowded market, strong fit for this business type
Rent: €20-35
- 274
Malasaña
High footfall, crowded market, strong fit for this business type
Rent: €22-38
- 370
AZCA/Castellana
High footfall
Rent: €6,000-14,000
Evidence and limitations
Confidence: 100%- Observed data
- 6 mapped neighbourhoods and available local rent evidence.
- Published data
- Business category and city reference datasets.
- Modelled data
- Zone scores and financial ranges are planning estimates, not audited outcomes.
Modelled 2026 estimate combining the Bar/Coffee Shop category benchmark with Madrid rent, salary and permit-time data and 6 mapped neighbourhoods.
Market Snapshot
Data-driven signals for bar in Madrid.
Opening a bar remains one of the most searched local business moves in 2026.
Competition is 63/100. Competitive market means differentiation matters more than price.
Average investment: varies • Typical revenue: N/A.
Quick Answers
Is Madrid a good place to open a bar?
With medium foot traffic and 63/100 competition, the opportunity score is 50/100. A street-level report is the only way to confirm demand on a specific address.
How much does it cost to open a bar in Madrid?
Startup investment typically ranges varies. Monthly rent in Madrid is around €15-70/sqm. Use the cost breakdown page for a detailed estimate.
Market Overview
✅ Key Metrics
- Population: N/A
- Foot traffic: Medium
- Business density: Medium
- Currency: EUR
⚠️ Competition
- Competition level: 63/100
- Avg. rent: €15-70/sqm
- Language: Local
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