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The World’s 100 Best Pastry Shops

Alma Nomad Bakery

Madrid, Spain

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST PASTRY SHOPS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 45 2026
Alma Nomad Bakery

Small bakery in Chamberí selling croissants, buns, danishes, focaccias and breads, with sweet and savory options plus coffee. Queues form often, seating inside is minimal, and many buyers carry their pastries to nearby Plaza de Olavide.

Highlights

  • Almond croissant
  • Pistachio chocolate croissant
  • Cardamom bun

Good to know

  • Queues often, sometimes outside, moving fast
  • Very little seating, mostly take away
  • Check the bag for order mistakes

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