El Comité (CLOSED)

Yes, it's out of the way and has the feel of an elite club, but this somehow enhances the appeal. A French restaurant offering exceptionally good food at a price, El Comité also offers the chance to see Madrid's discreetly elegant top people at play. Great starters include Harry's Bar carpaccio and a tempura of langoustines; a main-course highlight is the steak tartare. A classic.