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Great and imaginative menu. Cute spot. Didn't have reservations so sat at the bar. Was met by a super friendly bartender that took good care of us. Menu was thru a QR code...ugh! But luckily they provided an iPad with the menu loaded so it came in a larger format. Started with a Cops de Garcia red wine, then a Gillis con bacalao, followed by a duck paella and a carrier's de cardo. All were delicious with presented beautifully. Each dish had subtle and unique flavors that blended well together. The portions were on the small side but great nonetheless. An enjoyable evening!
We came in for dinner and although we did not have a reservation, they are able to take us without a wait. The place is small and feels like you're walking through a labyrinth. It has a very intimate feel, and they have interesting photography and artwork on display. Our server was friendly and was able to give great recommendations about the menu. One of my favorite things was that the wine menu is on a tablet, you can select the wine and read about the various notes and see what foods will pair well with it. Based on the server's recommendations, we ordered the duck and mushroom paella along with the classic seafood paella. The duck mushroom paella was so delicious and flavorful. I think we should have tried the seafood paella first, since it seemed underwhelming after eating the mushroom duck paella. The tortilla de Betanzo was simple and delicious. The scallops were accompanied by an amazing sauce, that left me wanting more. For dessert, we ordered the tarta de queso ahumado, such unique and well blended flavors. The food was a bit pricey but the quality was great.
Arume is one of the popular spots in Barcelona for paella, but specifically the duck paella. It's special because you don't often find a duck paella on the menu. Be aware that you don't get the socarrat (crispy bottom) that many paellas have, but the flavor itself is still worthwhile. The restaurant is located along some "sketchy" alleys, but just head straight here and out. Once inside, it's led into multiple rooms into the back that feels like an underground cave. To start off, we had some Bread (€1.50), Butifa Croquettes (€3/pcs), and Bay Scallop (€7.50/pcs). The bread came with a tube of olive oil, which was pretty cool way to be served. The croquette and scallop were both good, although quite pricey for each item. For main entrees, we shared the Iberian Pork (€22.50) and Duck Paella (€18.50). Both of these dishes were incredibly flavorful and delicious. The sauce on the dish was savory and this meat was so tender. The paella was also full of flavor balanced with the cream mixture. It's more similar to a porridge consistency, but still so tasty. This dish is just so unique that you need to try it for yourself. Overall, delicious food, dim-lit environment, and friendly customer service. It's a pricier meal, but everything we had was delicious.
The service here was so wonderful. We loved Emmy! The location is not great and it was hard to find the place, but worth looking for. We tried the octopus and the tortilla de patata and liked both. We loved the duck paella! We also had the marisco paella but two out of four of us did not love it. Overall it was great and we'd love to come back!
Skip this place. First time in Barcelona, super excited to try seafood Paella in Spain. Worst paella I've ever had, flavor was awful. Also worst and most expensive meal I had in Barcelona. We had a paella cooking class scheduled elsewhere that week, I was going to cancel thinking if this is what Paella tastes like in Spain no thanks, thankfully the paella we made in class was delicious, thus confirming it's just this place that has bad paella. I think people see the good reviews and feel bad leaving an honest one, but it was so disappointing I feel it's only fair to honestly warn others because we wish we skipped this place. Also Sangria is flavorless due to being watered down.
One of the best meals I had in Barcelona. There are so many tapas and paella spots that it's hard to find one that really stands out, but I was wrong. Everything I had at Arume stood out. From the layout of the place (there was clear glass over a well that you walk over as decoration) to the music choices, the vibes were just on par. We asked the waiter to choose a white and red for us that she recommended. Each bottle she chose for us was delicious and right on the nose of what we had wanted. Appetizers -- We got the baked scallops (comes 2 per order) and the calamari. Both were flavorful and delicious. Main course -- Get the duck paella! If nothing else, I hope you at least try that. The duck paella is nothing I had like before. There were duck chunks, the flavor was on point and not too salty, and the cream on top helps balance out the flavors. The waiter said it was a single person portion, but we weren't too hungry and had order a lot of apps, along with fried pumpkin, that it was just the right size for 4 people. Dessert -- We were recommended the cheesecake brulee. It was not too sweet, nice and fluffy. Highly recommend making reservations to this place if you're traveling to Barcelona!
One of the highest Yelp ranked places in Barcelona and I know why. The food is delicious, the staff are full of smiles and the price is very reasonable. It's a cute restaurant with a warm environment as soon as you walk in. Items we tried: scallop- wow, fresh and they top it off with something crunchy with a little sauce. Fantastic! Duck paella - first time eating duck paella and absolutely delicious! Bread - bread is fresh and great tasting olive oil to go with it. Simple yet delicious.
We were SO excited to try this, but had an odd experience. The octopus appetizer was pre-cooked; I know this because the flavor was excellent but it was barely warm AND lightly fried. I even had a cold bite. The scallop I received was raw. The second one tasted like vanilla instead of truffle. The croquet was nice but I personally did not care for the flavor. The duck paella was actually not good- too little duck, too rich. Maybe it's me- I did not enjoy the flavor at all. The wine tablet was very cool; lots of details on the wines; loved that! The ambiance was just weird. I felt scared walking away from the restaurant- creepy guys walking around and women in full burkas. I don't know what has happened to this area of town, but I no longer feel safe here. I don't understand how this place is so well regarded on TripAdvisor or here. The photo is a view from inside the restaurant.
Contrary to popular opinion, Arume was pretty mediocre to me. Perhaps I had high expectations for this and it fell short of my expectations or I just ordered the wrong items. I may have not been impressed with my meal here, but other than that the service and hospitality made my experience quite pleasant. We made reservations for 8pm on a Wednesday night. Upon arrival, I was relieved we made reservations because the restaurant seemed rather small, but we soon found out that there's an extensive back area to the restaurant. We ordered the octopus tempura, ceviche, seafood paella and 2 drinks to share. I didn't love the texture of both the ceviche and octopus, but the shining factor of both dishes were the sauces drizzled on top of it. They really elevated the dish much more and helped the flavors of the seafood shine. A lot of people recommended the duck paella, but we opted for seafood paella just because of personal preference. Maybe that's where we went wrong, because I thought the paella was just average. The drinks, on the other hand, were delicious! I would come back here just for the blackberry mojito.
This is a cute tapas bar in a gritty part of town. It looks small at first glance, but there are a few additional rooms in the back. I had the seared tuna and fried octopus appetizers. Both were pretty good, but I thought the yuzu parmentier that came with the fried octopus had a funny taste and was unnecessary (1 star off). The grilled giant scallop was my favorite, as it had a ton of flavor and the sweet corn crema on top added a nice touch. The duck and mushroom paella had a wonderful umami flavor, but had very few pieces of duck and lacked the crispy bottom for a great paella (1 star off). The smoked cheesecake was just okay -- I did not detect any smoke flavor and it seemed days old. Overall, it was a nice place for lunch if you are in the area, but with all the tapas bars around, I probably would not make a special trip here.
Came here based on the other Yelp reviews. The restaurant has more seatings in the back. Ordered the duck paella as based on the other Yelp reviews. TBH, it's a little bit too heavy to eat. The scallops are really good, highly recommend them. The octopus was fried, not the raw ones that I was thinking. Interesting window to look down at the skeleton. The service is friendly and accommodating.
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9 years ago
The appetizers were good. We didn't make a reservation but was able to get a seat at the bar. The tapas were impressive. However the seafood paella was not so great. Thought the seafood was too little. The rice was half cooked and not enough sauce. At least the waitress was nice so that kind of made up the experience. There was also an extra 10% added to the subtotal of the bill. Turns out it is tax of the bill. read more
8 years ago
Small, kind of hidden gem on a side street in gothic quarter. Worth seeking out. Kind of a neat and eclectic area of town., restaurants is also eclectically styled. Wait staff was smiley, engaging and helpful. Ariana was awesome. Walked us through the wine list because we wanted a bottle- let us pre-taste and suggested the best Spanish wines for our meals. Convinced us to try the bread and olive oil even though my wife passed on bread for the table because she tries to avoid gluten. If you can eat bread, eat the bread- it's such a great start especially with the right glass of vino. Started with a octopus starter. Never has octopus like this. I think it was lightly breaded and fried, and with the sauces they provided, it was phenomenal. I had the duck paella and wife had the milk lamb. We couldn't stop eating- both dishes exceptional. Dessert, see the pics- and they bring you a comp shot of cherry chocolate liquer- kinda like Baileys. Bill was reasonable we thought. Great experience. read more
10 years ago
Arume is a prime example of a hidden gem, hole-in-the-wall restaurant in El Raval. As a first time visitor in Barçelona, Arume proved to be a perfectly quaint and romantic spot suitable for my first meal and night out in town. The cocktails de Arume that we started off with were a delightful surprise. We ordered the refreshing blackberry mojito, which was tarty and fruity but tame at the same time. It was also garnished with a kumquat, which added a hint of tanginess to each sip. A couple glasses of Tempranillo quickly followed the cocktails, and they were likewise rich with fruity aromas and flavors. I was most excited for and impressed by the creamy paella with a twist - it had duck in it. The duck was tender, and melted in my mouth. The duck-flavored broth that sauced the rice, was creamy and savory, so much that I will continue to dream about flavors that emerged with each bite. It was easily the most memorable paella that I had tried while visiting Barçelona. Another notable dish was the fried octopus, which was served on a green sauce that contrasted perfectly with the crispiness and saltiness of the octopus. The service was exceptional, and we were accommodated with sweet and helpful English-speaking waitresses (note: with sexy Spanish accents), who quickly realized we were American. This made the dining experience less stressful for me, as I am not fluent in speaking Catalan and not up for embarrassing myself in failing miserably. The waitress surprisingly gifted us with a free bottle of orujo to welcome us and invite us back. I cannot wait for my next opportunity to come back to Barçelona to revisit Arume! read more
10 years ago
Arume is five star tapas hidden off the beaten path in El Raval. The combinations of both texture and flavor here just work and will blow your mind. I got the burrata guacamole salad over strawberries, the chorizo tacos and a blackberry mojito and duck paella with creme entree. Arume was pleasantly just 8 blocks from my hotel so nice after a afternoon of travel. Great tapas! read more
7 years ago
Absolutely amazing sea food paella. The oysters, squid and the rice- what an amazing combination. It's a hole in the wall from its appearance; but really amazing. Quick food service; must try the blueberry vodka. So refreshing! read more
Tucked away in the alleyways of El Raval, Arume is a gem of a restaurant for those looking for an international foodie experience. Coming from San Francisco, this quaint little spot was the perfect place for a first meal. One room of Arume's dining areas featured a projection of the sky playing on the black space of one high wall, and a clothesline draping laundry on another wall. The restaurant's decor doesn't fail to capture the essence of urban European life (at least from the perspective of a visitor). Arume's blackberry mojito was quite the memorable cocktail, unlike any blackberry mojito I've ever tried. It was refreshing and the blackberry definitely took center stage and was not drowned out by the other usually dominant mojito favors. Its presentation was picture perfect. The fried octopus and the duck paella were the big food highlights. The green sauce served with the fried octopus was full of herb aroma and creamy, which contrasted perfectly with the crispiness and saltiness of the octopus. The duck paella shattered any conceptions of what I believed paella should be, and successfully explored a creamier, tastier, and less yellow course as your typical paella. It was certainly unlike anything else I've ever eaten. To put the punctuation on an already beautiful meal, our waitress offered my girlfriend and me a free sampling of the house-made orujo, which is an after dinner drink similar to Italian grappa. Arume's version was creamy and milky, and it tasted like I was drinking a mocha latte and a warm port at the same time. Our waitress generously gave us a free tiny bottle to take home. I definitely recommend this restaurant to any fellow foodie visiting Barçelona who is looking for a delicious and relatively inexpensive dining experience. I can't wait for my next opportunity to come back and revisit this restaurant! read more
10 years ago
Was in Barcelona with my mom for only 2 nights, and we had already had our fair share of tapas, and had worked up an appetite from our bike tour of the city, so we were on the hunt for some great paella at a spot that was less touristy and more local. And wow, we lucked out. Fair warning, if you don't have a reservation, they will only have room for you at the bar, and you have to get there right when they open to even get seating at the bar right away. So if you don't want to sit at the bar or get there at opening, make a reservation... this place sits barely 50 people, and it gets busy FAST. I got their Sangria, and it looked so pretty in the chalice-like glass and it was delicious. We started with the burrata salad and "Tiradito" semi-marinated salmon for appetizers, and both were so great and fresh we were so happy. Our server, Javi I think was his name, was so pleasant and wonderful and tolerated my attempts to talk to him in my limited conversational Spanish. We both ordered paella for entres and wow, great portion and taste. When we left, there was an hour wait for 2 people and my mom and I were so proud of ourselves and thankful to Arume for an amazing dining experience. read more
6 years ago
Love the food, drinks were amazing and i loved the presentation.It's a cute small place with great service! Must visit if you are in barcelona! All dishes were 10/10 read more
9 years ago
The food was amazing! Must try the duck paella if you've been overindulging in all the seafood in Barcelona! The meat was delicious and the rice was cooked perfectly with so much flavor. The portion is also very large for two people but it was so delicious that we ate it anyway. We ordered the octopus and tacos as appetizers and they were also delicious! Would have liked a little more spice / spicy sauce on the side but nonetheless it was great. They give you complementary liquor shots at the end. The only thing that I would say needs improvement is for the service to be a little faster. read more
This restaurant is simply amazing for its food! We decided to go there because it had great reviews for paella. But I was distracted and wanted to try other things on their menu. The drinks started off as a pleasant surprise. I ordered the recommended blackberry Mojito and it's simply amazing! It has crushed berries on the bottom and tastes very fruity. Other friends who ordered wine were impressed as well. I ordered the lamb dish, and it's very tender and melts in your mouth. The paella isn't the traditional style but rather have their own twist. You can choose either seafood or meat version. The dessert was amazing! That's probably my favorite part. The cookie is served in icecream on a bed of cream. Wow! On a side note, the restaurant has a small window on the floor. If you look down, there's a skeleton on the bottom of it. I couldn't quite figure out the meaning of it. But it's pretty cool to see. read more
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10 years ago
Amazing service, excellent food, efficient turnaround time! We walked in around 8pm on a Saturday and they just managed to squeeze us in between reservations (seems like you might need it if you showed up any later). Black berry mojito was perfect and sweet to my liking. We got a bottle of water to share for the table. You get bread, olive oil in a cute little tube and olives to start for free! We specifically went here for the rave paella reviews. My parent loved the duck paella and seafood paella, though they particularly loved the duck depth of flavors. The paella is generous, you will be studded if you finish one. Veggie perspective- they have one option for entrees- I did the pumpkin lasagna with an egg on top and I loved it. Great flavors and very filling. We got some complimentary Spanish creamy drink to end- kinda like baileys, but it was the icing on the cake! Would definitely come back. Yelpers- be careful when walking on the small streets to get to this place, a guy tried to grab my dads wallet in his back pocket on Carme street. Walk fast and keep your belongings on view- do not talk to anyone. read more
This place is great! Im giving them 5 star because even though I made a mistake with the reservations they were able to accommodate us at the time we got there. We got the mojitos one with alcohol and one without and it was great! Then we got the octopus and it was crispy and tasty. Then we got the Duck paella and the seafood one. We loved the duck paella, it was truly amazing. I dont like duck but this was great. I however did not like the seafood and neither did my mom, we still ate it. It was salty and definitely not as good as other paella's I tried and definitely it does not compare to the duck! I suggest duck paella 100%! Then we got the little chocolate shot at the end on the house and it was good. I definitely recommend this place, its tucked in a little small street so be on the lookout so you dont miss it! It definitely gets busy so if you are able to try to make reservations online. read more
7 years ago
Really great food! I dont like duck but the duck paella really was so good! It didnt taste like duck, it tasted like chicken. The blackberry mojito was sweet and not strong and it tasted like juice, which i really loved as well. They also have unique desserts we got to try! Staff was nice and friendly! Would definitely go back there! read more
7 years ago
This place seems very popular. We arrived at the perfect time, and were able to be seated at the bar upon arrival without a reservation. Everything we ordered was delicious, but their duck paella was especially yummy. We also ordered dessert, which was crumbled chocolate chip cookie, with berries, hibiscus, marscapone, and violet gelato (YUM!). read more
7 years ago
The food was sooo good!!! It was just priced right. The best paella in town specially the duck paella. Seafood paella was a little salty for me. I highly recommend the octopus appetizer as well and the blackberry mojito is to die for!!! We also tried the Iberian pork which was okay... I would definitely come back to this restaurant! Best customer service specially Brando! You guys rock!!! read more
Pretty freaking exceptional. I went here twice, TWICE while in Barcelona because it's that great. Don't be thrown at all as your cab winds down the tiny side street because small paths lead to magical places. I was recommended this place by a friend who has lived in Barca for several years and I'm so glad she did. Service here is stellar, with engaging, wonderful friendly staff that feel like friends by the time you leave. The food is insane, from the ceviche (vamosss Walter!!), crispy Galician octopus, goat cheese and spinach croquettes to the paella that is just bursting with an abundance of fresh seafood. The first time I went with a group of 10 and I kid you not, we pretty much ordered the whole menu. The scallops were seared perfectly, the steak tartar was delicious, along with the extra creamy burrata salad. The king prawns were succulent and crispy, and the grilled artichokes added a nice earthy touch to the starters. Everyone couldn't get over how much they enjoyed their sea bass, tuna, and veal, paella and lamb. Their drinks (caipis, wine, beer, chocolate grappa etc are all fantastic) and they have a perfectly curated cheese plate for dessert I couldn't get enough of. Others raved about their sweet desserts as well. This is a must go place for me while I'm in Barca. Vegetarians ate here with me and were very pleased and it was very easy to make a reservation here via email!! read more
8 years ago
We did not call ahead of time for reservations so a wait was expected. However, those who did call ahead of time walked right in and got seated. If you have a large party (more than 2-3) make sure you call! We saw a few a group of 7 get turned away since there was not enough room inside. It's tiny but cozy! We ordered the Seafood paella and the duck paella. They were both delicious - the best paella that we've had so far in Barcelona! Well worth the 35 minute wait. We also ordered blackberry mojitos. They were a bit sour in my opinion but still delicious. read more
5 years ago
The appetizers were really tasty! However my boyfriend got food poisoning from the seafood paella. The fish tasted off in the paella.... Might have just been a one off thing. but really tough to be sick on vacation! read more
7 years ago
We loved this cozy place. The waiter was knowledgeable and friendly, and the paella was delicious! read more
9 years ago
After all the rave reviews we decided to take a break from tapas and try this for the sole reason of their paella. Albeit the seafood paella was excellent, it was fairly large so make sure there's someone to share with. The blackberry mojito is to die for, must try! My husband and I started with some gyozas that were only so-so but his steak and my paella made up for that. Made resos for 730 and restaurant was fairly empty. They implied that I need to be out by 930 so I'm guessing it will pick up at Spanish dinner hour, after 9pm. read more
On our visit to Barcelona, we were very lucky to wine and dine in this fine establishment. Every dish that came out did not disappoint. 2 bottles of Rose, 2 bottles of Tempranillo, 4 appetizers to share, and 2 paellas to share, amongst 5 diners, was about 150 Euros! Do the math it was only about 30 Euros per person. And we were all very satisfied. For appetizers we ordered the steak tartare, shrimp, octopus, and goat cheese croquettas. The tartare was so flavorful, except I wish there was a yolk I could mix in myself. The octo was so tender and it came with some kind of avocado foam. The shrimp and croquettes were delish as well, they also brought out a basket of bread with olives and a cute vile of olive oil, clever. We also ordered a duck paellas and a seafood paella, both amazing, but I have to say that the duck was the most popular among our group of diners. One thing is, I wish I got more of the burnt rice on the bottom of pan, it was lacking. But not lacking of flavor, so good. The staff was very cheerful, attentive, and so nice. We did not order any dessert, although tempted, we had no room for another bite in our bellies. But staff was so sweet, they brought us a white chocolate liqueur to finish our meal. I hope to come back again, great job to the chef, cooks, and staff! P.S. It's hard to get them to answer the phone to make reservations, but try and try again. I finally got them on the phone after the 10th time, lol! read more
8 years ago
No words... you just have to try it! The bread with the olive oil is a must! I've never had olive oil so good. We had the seafood paella and the Thai noodles. The blackberry mojitos are a must as well. read more
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10 years ago
A more modern, upscale Spanish restaurant hidden in some windy, sketchy alley ways of El Raval. It's about a 10-15 minute winding walk off of Las Ramblas. You must get a reservation here and well ahead of time, it's tiny and very popular. The food is a blend of old world and modern Spanish cuisine with some creative takes on old dishes. However, you can also get a traditional Paella here and it will blow your mind. Decor was edgy, casual, modern and a bit bizarre. Prices will be in the 50-70euro per person range but it is well worth it. Save room for dessert at all costs. We had a lovely blackberry ice cream over a toffee cookie crumble - simple elegance, that just worked. Don't: eat anywhere on Las Ramblas - they're all tourist traps. Do: take the time to walk to arume and enjoy! read more
What can I add that he previous reviewers have not already said? Arume was truly a highlight of my trip and had some of the most memorable food. The grilled octopus was accompanied by a seaweed and garbanzo bean sauce. Each bite was a delicate softness that released savory goodness. Amazing. The seafood paella came with big, juicy prawns that were tender. Admittedly, the trek out to his restaurant is somewhat out of the way and not in the most clean area of the city, but do not fear. Your path is clear and will reward your efforts. Your hosts will seat you and answer all your questions. They will suggest truly great wines to pair with your food choices. Every bite was delicious. Seriously. I would very easily highly recommend Arume to any traveller. I hope you make it out there and enjoy the food as much as I did! read more
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Fabulous food and cheaper better paella than on the touristy Las Rambles. Had excellent crispy octopus and duck paella. A short visit to the town but we are headed back there tomorrow! read more
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11 years ago
Loved it! Thanks to other Yelp reviews we tried it out. Amazing Chorizo Tacos!!! Wonderful service. Make a reservation. Excellent!!! read more
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Second time here and 5 stars indeed. I took my team here and everyone was impressed with the food and the location. They felt like they are part of the locals so it was a lot of fun. The chef came out and said hi to us and everyone was very happy with that. A must visit place when you are in Barcelona. read more
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