Altered - Madrid

Altered is a modern café in central Madrid focused on specialty coffee and clean design. The space is minimal, quiet, and built for focus. Tables turn slowly during weekdays, while weekends draw a steady brunch crowd. Service stays attentive and relaxed, and the room often fills with people working or studying. The menu centers on coffee, matcha drinks, and refined breakfast plates. Reviews praise their black sesame latte, hojicha latte, and matcha for strong execution. Customers love their avocado toast with Cebreiro cheese and chili crunch for quality ingredients and balance. Mushroom toast, scrambled eggs, and consommé also appear often, and desserts like their lemon cake is a top pick. Kitchen - Matcha, hojicha, and black sesame lattes - Avocado toast and mushroom toast - Scrambled eggs and toast plates - Specialty coffee and flat white - Lemon cake and yogurt bowls Details - Located near Malasaña area - Workspace-friendly, good study spot - Minimal indoor seating, quiet atmosphere - Perfect for breakfast, brunch, and studying Prices - Coffee: €3–€5 - Toasts: €7–€12 - Full meal: €10–€18 Hours - Tue–Fri: 9:30 AM–4 PM - Sat: 10 AM–5 PM - Sun–Mon: Closed Altered is a recommended café in Madrid.