Not gonna lie -- I wanted to like Bar Brutal more than I did. It's one of the most famous natural wine bars in the world, and even famous people like Dua Lipa hype it up. And yet, it was just... okay? Food, like most places in Barcelona, is tapas/shareables, but quality/flavor is probably about average for the city, yet pricing is a bit above average. The bottle list is indeed impressive, but the by-the-glass list was lackluster compared to the better wine bars in the city. I expected this place to have an incredible BTG list -- they should probably have more of a Coravin program to offer some of their fantastic bottles BTG. Service was alright... friendly enough, though our server knew surprisingly little about the wine list, so asking questions felt like a bit of a hassle for her. Vibes are trendy, leaning towards "rich hipster." Not necessarily a bad thing, as that is what I'd expect at a world-famous natural wine bar. I'd probably come back to order some bottles with friends, but I don't know that I'd make it my dinner destination again. read more

Bar Brutal - Wine Bars Near Me - Barcelona, B

Got in a few minutes early before our reservation time and checked in. Clayton welcomed us and made us feel at home right away. Very warm welcome from the hosts for sure. We had a bar seating during our reservation and Clayton was kind enough to upgrade it to a table for us. Much love to Clayton and team at Bar Brutal The ambience was amazing and choice of music top notch. We got down to work and started with an order of oysters ( Katso and Jenjibre) and scallops. We followed that up with the beat-root( amazing presentation, beautiful combination of ingredients and very fresh) topping that up with the squid ( one to die for- absolutely don't get off your table without trying their squid). We followed that with the amberjack ceviche which was such a surprising twist from a regular ceviche presentation and the yellow chillin oil, a few coriander seeds , cantaloupe slices and pickled onions just sealed the deal right there. We ended the evening with a couple of coffees and all of their desserts :) . We ordered the Pana cotta and didn't have enough already and ordered the choco choco choco as well. This place is definitely taking sea food ( they definitely have other meat options as well though we restricted our orders to purely seafood) to new heights and raising the Bar, brutally high up!! Massive kuddos and shout out to Nathan and the entire serving team for being amazing hosts, answering our questions, helping us with our food choices and helping deliver an amazing experience for us, one for the books easily!! read more

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We went to Bar Brutal on the recommendation of my nephew, and we're glad we did! Here is what we liked: - Great selection of tapas...some were so interesting! I will say that the dishes only available at night for those at tables were the best. - Tons of interesting wines. The sommelier made a recommendation, which ended up tasting ok, but it was more a function of what we were looking for. - Very cool, hip vibe...although it seemed like most of the foreigners were seated in the front of the place. Bottom line: Great atmosphere, great food...we'd definitely go back! read more

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Fantastic evening out with our family. Outstanding organic wine! Service by the Argentine was exceptional. Food was delicious. Get the bone marrow. Try all the vegetable dishes! read more

Bar Brutal - Wine Bars Near Me - Barcelona, B

Rude staff; waiter was condescending when we asked about items in the menu. Food was good though. read more

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What an incredible place for minimal intervention wines! They have a substantial selection from Spain, France, and Italy. The ambiance is like a speakeasy, and the service is friendly. You definitely need a reservation; we tried coming a second time without one before leaving Barcelona and couldn't get in. read more

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Fantastic meal and was able to seat our party of 2 after we were late for our reservation due to the classical music concert at the Palau de la Música Catalana. If the staff reads this, please forgive us for our tardiness as we tried very hard not to be those "classic Americans" that make a reservation and flake on it without notifying the restaurant. It's a 5 ish minute walk through alleys of the Gothic Quarter from the Palau and while slightly spooky due to lack of people in the alleyways, the restaurant is on busier street and felt very safe. Naturally as a bar-first place, particularly a natural wine bar, the atmosphere is loud and the food offering is limited. Nevertheless, we had a fantastic meal here, particularly due to the chef's love of using vinegar in two of the dishes we ordered. To start, due to my lack of tolerance for alcohol, I ordered a kombucha and was pleasantly surprised that they offer a niche brand that's likely only found in the area. They offer kombucha from Gotic Ferments (https://thegoods.es/collections/gotic-ferments) and after being presented with cinnamon/ginger, ginger/lemon, and red beet/orange, I chose the beet/orange combination as I wasn't feeling like ginger. I don't usually like the flavor of beet but it works in this combination as it provides a sweet contrast to the tang of the orange. Call that one a win. As for the food, we knew from research online that the zamburiñas, otherwise known as the Queen scallops, were a must order. They come in a plate of 6 for approximately 12 euros and boy, these were definitely a must order. The sweetness of the scallop is just accentuated by some umami from a pan sauce that had hints of soy sauce. This combination was so good we ordered another plate. The second item we ordered was their tuna belly that is served with mushrooms (likely the oyster variety), charred endive, and butternut squash. This was a hearty dish due to the inclusion of the large endive and butternut squash chunks. The tuna belly portion was smaller but so, so tender. A must order. For the final dish, we got the cured sea bass with confit maitake, eel and chicken broth. This was probably my least favorite of the night as eating a large cured sea bass which is basically warm ceviche was just not what I was feeling as a close out to the meal. However, execution wise, I felt the fish may be slightly tougher than I would've liked and the broth I must warn does say eel and chicken broth but also has a lot of citrus from the curing of the fish. Nevertheless, I'd likely have this one open the main meal rather than close it out. Of course, the whole thing is a tapas style ordeal like you'd find pretty much in most of Barcelona. Keep in mind the kitchen closes at 11:30 pm but the wine bar remains open until midnight. Overall, a fantastic wine bar with some snacks and plates. Definitely a win for lovers of all things vinegar, pickles, citrus. Make reservations if you can as it was a full house when we arrived minus that one table we were able to snag. English menu available and at least some waiters will be able to speak English. read more

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This restaurant was so popular and equally hard to get a reservation we had to try 3 different times. It WELL worth the wait though. My favorite thing I ordered twice was the scallops it was everything. The cheese board was great too and usually Im a little lactose but I wasn't after this. Another thing I absolutely LOVED was their unique dish Sea bass ceviche. The sea bass was quality and had a lot of it! I would go again and wait too. The ambiance was nice pretty standard in Barcelona. There wasn't much room for bigger parties so I recommend splitting up your group to 2s or 3s max. read more

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I loved the ambiance of this spot. It is a chic but cozy restaurant with an enormous selection of organic wines. The standout menu item for me was the scallop appetizer. They were sweet and delicious. The steak was fine, but not the best I've ever had. Perfect spot for an intimate but fun date night! read more

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Best recommendation we received in Barcelona! I had the freshest oysters I've ever eaten here! My first time trying anchovies and they were phenomenal! It is a loud restaurant and very busy but the food came quickly & service was fast! The flan was excellent for dessert and we had questions about wine so we had a person coke over to explain and let us taste. Vast collection of natural wines to choose from! Pros: good food selection, quick, natural wine, good prices, good vibes! Cons: loud & busy read more

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This place is primarily a bar, but it's so much more than that. The tapas here are innovative, large in size, and with several vegetarian options too. We enjoyed: * Queen scallops * Iberico pork ham * King oyster mushroom, portobello, sunflower seed emulsion, and figs * Tuna belly, mushroom, chard, endive, and butternut squash * Octopus, cabbage, and chipotle mayo The wines are natural wines, and for those not drinking alcohol, they also brew their own kombucha. For drinks, you can just walk in. For tapas, you need to make a reservation. It's okay to bring kids. The bar is loud enough that no one can hear their whining! read more

Another great recommendation from a local in Barcelona! Bar Brutal is a natural wine bar and they also have natural beers. The tapas are extraordinary. Even though we had a huge lunch we got a reservation for 8:15pm and between the two of us we had the following: Cheese Plate (2) - A strong brie from France and a nice manchego from Spain. Green Peas Dish - Best veggie entree ever Grilled duck heart skewer with tasty mayo Bone marrow - yummy 2 big 75cl bottles of beer from Cyclic, a farm brewery in Barcelona. The beer was a great value at $14/bottle. I would have expected it to be more pricey. Very good beer. We probably would have ordered 1-2 more tapas if we hadn't eaten a huge lunch. It sounds like you definitely want to call ahead and make a reservation. It was full on a Monday night. read more

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One of my fav meals in Barcelona while I was here. We came back twice! Best natural wine selections in the city and this is one of the most inventive menus we enjoyed while we were in town. \ Peep them delicious pics!! read more

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The duck and polenta were to DIE FOR. Try their orange wine. I love this place! The staff were extremely friendly and accommodating.

Fantastic spot, tapas were fresh and great, even for a dude. Our server was very cool and took wonderful care of us!

Waiter was egocentric and refused to serve us potatoes. We went due to the history, yet was met with subpar service and food. read more

Our friends from the US recommended this spot to us, and it lived up to the hype! We went in for dinner after 9, because it's Spain, and enjoyed the tapas, wine and cava. The tapas seemed a little more elevated than other tapas we had around town during our trip. Great for sharing among the table. The staff was very kind as well. read more

Loved the ambiance of this place! The meats and cheeses were fresh and flavorful. The octopus was a bit too chewy. I will say, we felt this place was overpriced for the portion size and quality compared to other tapas places nearby. I also was very excited to try some things I had seen on the menu online, which we could not order as they had changed several items on the menu. read more

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After filling up on gin drinks at Bar Ruby, my companion and I staggered a few steps to Bar Brutal. Truly the culinary highlight of my entire trip, counting BOTH Rome and Barcelona. It started out with magically being given a table in the section with the best server Lya. What a delight she was! The wine list is like a damn encyclopedia, and thankfully the sommelier came straight away and helped us out. We settled on a chemical-free, organic local-ish wine that was unlike anything I've ever had. Almost sweet, almost effervescent even. Incredible. Then came the oysters from Normandy, the delicious bread, and then - the piece de resistance.... A pile of jamon that I am going to be fantasizing about for the rest of my life. Like, lustful fantasies. I'm almost blushing. Then onto the tuna tartare with beets (who would've even thought?), and a pork cheek dish with delicate pasta and a little teeny tiny bit of octopus for flavor and texture. Holy F*ck. Dessert went right on making me squirm with a flan that even had dehydrated black olives (yep, you read correctly) and a plate of lemon meringue that I wanted to lick clean. I can't say enough about this place... The ingenuity of their flavor profiles and the pride with which they serve is something that I will be thinking about in my private time for a long time. HUGE FIVE STARS. read more

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Located behind the Can Cisa wine bar / shop, in the back you'll find this wine-centric restaurant Bar Brutal. The menu is mainly Catalan dishes with an array of small plates, ranging from the wonderful scallops in half shell (which were wonderful) to a whole grilled sea bream and smoked sardines with apple relish. All of the wine is natural, and many bottles are also biodynamic and organic. which are worth to try (as you know how sometimes they tasted funky but nonetheless unique). The service was friendly and wonderful and can guide you through their wine list diner (ask for their bible) It could get crowded here so reservation is always recommended to avoid the wait read more

Excellent food and a extensive wine list featuring primarily, but not exclusively, natural wines. Get the scallops! The vibe is great too.

One of the best meals I've had in a while. Bar Brutal has an excellent wine list at great prices, but the food was the real star of the evening. The food was creative, comforting and delicious. I am tempted to list what we ate, but the menu changes often -- although based on our experience, you literally can't go wrong. read more

Loved it! Extremely cool spot with innovative food. The chef has a unique voice and it is delicious. The sommelier heard and understood all of our wants and delivered extremely good and strange wines. It was a challenging and exciting meal. Make sure you make a reservation this place is really popular. read more

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Bar Brutal shows up often on travel publications as one of the better places to eat in Barcelona and as a mecca for natural wines. We visited this unique place for dinner on our first evening in Barcelona, and enjoyed a very solid meal. While the food was not super exciting, the quality of the ingredients was excellent and the service was great. Bar Brutal frequently changes its menu and offers a concise selection of small to medium sized plates meant for sharing. Everything my wife, brother in law, and I tried tasted good to great, with highlights including queen scallops a la plancha, burrata with duck jamon, and a simple roast lamb with tomatoes. The tastes here center more on the local and seasonal ingredients than high end technique or punchy seasoning, which makes for clean bites of food. We were seated at a table facing the bar and appreciated the ability to be part of the lively atmosphere. Our server was very helpful in selecting wines and pacing the meal comfortably, and the staff overall were friendly. Price wise, the wines felt like a relative bargain at less than 10 euros per glass for unique pours and the food prices were fair given the quality. Overall, this place offered decent food and great wine and is a solid option for a detour from traditional tapas. read more

A thousand stars. The food, the drinks, the service, everything about this place is amazing. If it wasn't so far, I'd go every week.

I'm not exactly sure if we sat on the Bar Brutal side or the Can Cisa side, but really glad we went. Manager knew a lot about Spanish wines and was happy to recommend stuff based on our preferences. Torrontes and Riberas were delicious. Cheeses and tapas were great. Would be happy to go back, believe they had the best wine menu we saw in Barcelona (not counting fancy higher end restaurants). read more

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I was so excited to go to Bar Brutal I am a New Yorker , formerly in the wine business and now live in sitges 6 months out of the year. We arrived with reservations and got th worst seat in the house basically near the bus station. I table afterwards without rest got a better table. The main waiter kept telling us to speak English. Wheni asked why he had no answer. He was so rude so was the second waiter needless to say we left. I was upset afterwards. DONT GO HERE read more

wonderful experience. got there very early and had time to speak with our host 'Ben' and pick his brain about the house offerings. We ran the rainbow of wines with paired tapas Pork Cheek ( unbelievably awesome), Vegetables ( killer ) and Sardines. Our pallet of taste buds had the time of their life. thank you for a memorable experience. cheers!! read more

Loved the fun vibe of this restaurant. We were seated in a cozy corner of the middle bar within minutes. We started with the charcuterie and cheese boards which were one of if not the best meats/cheeses I've ever had. The chorizo melted in your mouth and the basque blue was phenomenal. The hangar steak was excellent and perfectly cooked. The wine selection and quality was excellent. The chocolate salted dessert was an all-timer. Hoping to come back some day. read more

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Most perfect dinner in Barcelona! AMAZING amazing amazing food, wine and super friendly/ knowledgeable staff who takes their time at your table unlike anywhere I've seen in Europe. They stay packed from what I've seen so make a reservation through their website! read more

Go here. Because I told you so. Really amazing food, wine, ambience. Point to anything on the menu and settle in for a lovely fucking evening. read more

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BRUTAL EXPERIENCE. We were sat at the chef's counter and were ignored for at least 10 minutes. Finally one of the cooks motioned for a server to acknowledge us. To say he was a complete prick is an understatement. When he came to take our order all said to us was ''Tell me". Look, I don't need a server to kiss my ass, but at least be cordial. When he brought our wine to us, he put his hand to his forehead as if to suggest complete annoyance (we did nothing to provoke this behavior). Other servers and the cook brought our plates to us. He didn't at any point come over to check on us, clear dishes, or ask how we were doing. When he finally reappeared at the end of the meal with the bill, my fiance asked him if we did something to upset him because he seemed very put out and annoyed. He answered 'No, why?'. My fiance proceeded to tell him about his rude demeanor and horrible service, and how everyone else seemed friendly but him. Then he said, you disrespect me (which we absolutely did not), and then told my fiance to FUCK OFF. Yep, that happened. I believe the owner of this establishment would be completely appalled if he knew his waitstaff treated paying customers this way. This was truly the worst dining experience we have ever had. It's a shame, because we had gone there a few nights before with a large group and had a terrific experience. The food and atmosphere are actually great, which is why we went back. It's just too bad they employ people who clearly don't respect paying customers and don't want to be there. read more

At the beginning of this "meal" which ultimately resulted in a couple of bites of food chewed while feeling disdain from the less than eager staff, I thought perhaps we were onto something... but good flavor quickly leaves a bad taste when served with vitriol. Then, this disaster meal quickly spiraled into deep disappointment when octopus we never ordered was served unceremoniously without utensils. After at least a half hour, we still looked longingly at our octopus, as aforementioned, we never ordered, dreaming of a utensil which could enable the enjoyment of this enticing morsel set before us. Nonetheless, we left the establishment unsatisfied, in any way, without satiation and with much frustration. When we uncharacteristically complained about our poor experience, we were promptly told that this was not a Michelin Star restaurant and were cajoled for not asking for a fork when we had spent over an hour making intentional awkward eye contact with our server who would have as soon left us for dead. There are many amazing culinary experiences in Barcelona, but this is not one of them. read more

Super friendly staff and amazing wines and tapas. Cool experience with friendly staff. They have a large selection of natural wines which has becomes a big thing in most Barcelona restaurants. Definitely try it while in Barcelona. read more

With a leather bound bible of phenomenal small batch and natural wines to choose from, this El Born gem was the perfect place to spend a few afternoon hours. The kitchen was closed so we kept things pretty simple with some olives, bread, charcuterie and cheese. We went for some funky natty light skin contact wines that knocked our proverbial socks off. read more

Stopped in for wine and an appetizer on our way to dinner per the recommendation of our hotel. Great selection of wine at good prices. Nice ambience in a cool area. Had some olives - they were very fresh and superb. read more

Bar Brutal - Wine Bars Near Me - Barcelona, B

Well, it's aptly named anyway. The service was brutal, the food, once we finally received it was mediocre ( there's a reason you don't often see razor clams on the menu). The one standout was the wine list, which was amazing in its depth making it easy to try several different wines, both local and farther afoot, without a single miss. Perhaps the idea is to get really loaded so you don't notice the unforgivable service and unremarkable food read more

The pork cheek and scallops were on another level. Excellent wine list, and waiters recommendations were spot on. Best tapas meal I had while visiting Barcelona. read more

Incredible atmosphere , amazing natural wines and foods. We were given this recommendation by a few friends and it did not disappoint! Our server was so nice and friendly and made all the vino choices for us. We left with a nice natural wine bottle in hand too which you can purchase off the list and take home with you. read more

My friends were here every other night, and I popped in for a drink a couple times. Tonight I ordered food at the bar before a couple people showed up. It was busy in a weekend buzz way, very lively atmosphere. Bar Brutal is the rear half of Can Cisa, the street accessible bodega in the front. The wines are small producers, biodynamic and organic. I went with the bartenders' choice. The first was a crisp Asturian cider, then a sparkling rose cava, then a Trebbiano blend. The tapas were out of this world. I had the canned tuna belly, mortadella like I've never tasted, and the creamiest burrata with grape tomatoes and olive oil. The staff are very casual, friendly, and they know their stuff. We got complimentary asparagus with smoked duck egg for being so easygoing. Everything was amazing, and you don't notice time passing. Service flows, if you're hanging out, and it's a good place to go without a plan. read more