Bonilla

I’m on a mission — to find Spain’s best churros, even if it kills me (or causes lots of deep-​fried dough to coagulate in my arteries).
I think I’ve struck gold (deep-​fried, crispy gold, that is!) at Bonilla. When I’ve stayed out a wee bit too late and am physically and mentally dragging, I’ll stop by for some churros y chocolate.
The churros, freshly made in the morning, are crispy with a perfectly fried exterior, and covered in an ample amount of sugar. The interior is slightly chewy and absorbs lots of chocolate — no soggy, undercooked churros here! Galicia has some of the richest, best hot chocolate that I have tasted in Spain thus far. The chocolate at Bonilla is smooth, creamy, and rich. It was much lighter and milkier than I prefer, but of the perfect viscosity for dipping the churros.
Because Bonilla is very close to Plaza Principe, the prices are a little steep (2.50 for the chocolate and 4 small churros for 1 euro). It’s money well-​spent, so no complaining from me.
The café solo is also perfect for days when I don’t feel the need to overindulge (e.g., my jeans are getting tight).