GNO at Barcelona was exactly what we needed! The food was incredible with so many different flavors to try, the ambiance was perfect for catching up with my girls, and our server was absolutely amazing from start to finish. Great service really makes the experience, and they did not disappoint. Already looking forward to our next girls' night! read more

Barcelona Wine Bar - Multiple dishes from the menu! - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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CRAZY LOUD ...like impossible to hear clients and friends just two seats away. Very good interior design aesthetically; high energy vibes; packed to the gills. Food ranged from very good to 'disappointing': Lamb, meatballs, carrots, Brussels sprouts, potatoes, lobster bisque, fish balls, steak, empanadas, mushrooms, sheep cheese, bread, croquetas, pork belly. We would skip the pork belly (flavor was off), carrots (meh), bisque ( very very meh). Drinks were fine. Pours were less than fine on the wine (def NOT 6 ounces). For the Red Sangria be prepared for STRONG elderflower flavor (which I like but family members found off-putting.) Service was Ok.... Friendly, helpful. Add +30-60 minutes to your schedule (or more with a bigger group or on a Saturday night. We were there 2 hours for party of 5). We did not get all of our food but when asked they "re-fired" and brought to us. We asked for pepper which never came. We asked for another round of bread which never came. Not my favorite tapas restaurant in Raleigh but solid nonetheless. read more

I came here with a date and it was a great way to try out a bunch of different things and chat over some drinks. The wait time was really long, but the place was nice and although it was busy, we were able to get our food and drinks. We did put our name down for a table, but they never called our name, thankfully, we already had a space at the bar so not sure why our names weren't eventually pinged for a seat Either way it was good, the parking deck right next to the building makes it very convenient as well. Unfortunately, every bit of parking is paid parking, which is really frustrating but that's kind of just how most downtown places are gonna be I guess It is pretty darn pricey, most of the drinks were above $10 easily. read more

Barcelona Wine Bar - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

We had 4 tapas, a half order of the seafood paella and flan. This was our 2nd visit to BWB. Every tapas was delicious. Ranking them: 1st: spicy shrimp (gambas al ajillo) 2nd: okra (that paprika kick was chefs kiss) 3rd: eggplant caponata (slightly one dimensional but buttery goodness) 4th: zucchini/corn fritters (a little doughy but the dill lemon sauce was delish) The paella took about an hour to get to our table and it was overcooked. :( Flan was delicious and service was very good. Our 1st visit was better but this was still pretty good. We'll be back. Also: dog friendly. We sat on the patio and it was actually a fine day to sit outside. In August. In North Carolina. read more

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Great food. Really enjoyed it. I did not give a 5 star only because of an issue we had. We sat down. Ordered some tapas. They came out great. Then we ordered the Parillada. A couple then was seated beside us. They ordered about 20 min after we did. Then they brought out their Parillada. Not ours. The waitress said sorry. But we still waited. The couple next to us was done and then ours came out. And we were still charged no manager came out. . But I just wanted to have a nice dinner with my wife, so I just paid. Now, the food was great. But I was teed off about this. read more

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The drink Passenger Princess is yummy! Everyone should try it, female or male. Had bone marrow for the first time and was not disappointed. All food was delicious. The service was spectacular and everyone was so friendly. Loved the dim lights and good energy it gave off. Definitely going back to try more tapas. read more

We dined at Barcelona Wine Bar for Mother's Day. The restaurant decor is modern and beautiful. I must also not that our service was truly exceptional. We shared a glass of cava, which was crisp and delicious. I chose the aperitivo board and my husband ordered the paella mariscos. My husband lived in Spain for a while so he had high hopes for the paella; alas, it was very salty and the calamari was missing. It was so salty that we only had one or two bites. I keep telling my husband that he just shouldn't order paella in the US anymore. The manager was extremely accommodating and offered many options to help! The aperitivo board was divine. The items were bursting with flavors. My favorites were the marcona almonds, the aged manchego, and the potatas bravas. The table bread and oil were also fresh and delicious. There was another dish that I'm not sure if we ordered or if it was included, but the fish flavor was too strong for me so I passed on that. My husband enjoyed it though. I'd love to try some different menu options for our next visit. read more

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Nice atmosphere, we enjoyed wine at the bar. I tried a wine flight, told bartender Jeff my preferences and he poured 3 fun glasses. Good noise level, really attractive atmosphere. Didn't eat this time but the food orders around us like tasty. Definitely worth a visit read more

Barcelona Wine Bar - Wine flight - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Tapas tapas and more tapas! One better than the other. We did run into a huge problem though, explained in more detail below. Wife and I started our quick little anniversary getaway here, and they nailed it. The place itself is gorgeous. Huge patio with greenery, baller bar area in the middle of the upscale open space, which gives a modern and chic vibe. That problem I mentioned? Deciding what we were going to order off of the amazingly stacked tapas menu. One sounded better than the other, plates coming out to the left and right of us...we were deer in headlights not knowing what to do, words didn't come out when our friendly and knowledgeable server came by. As far as problems go at a restaurant, I guess it could have been worse. With helpful guidance and knowing our love for anything foodie related, we just started picking one by one after a few sips of our well balanced cocktails (another large menu with anything and everything for fellow cocktail lovers out there). Had to go with a meat and charcuterie board first. A decadent manchego, a creamy French that was smooth and tangy, plus a 20 month cured ham that was salty and smoky. Honestly everything that came out after was a 10/10. From the wild mushrooms, Wagyu carpaccio and bone marrow, to the pork belly, corn bunuelos and steak paillard...everything was cooked to perfection with amazing spices and sauces that complemented each dish perfectly. (See pics and captions for more details) These chefs and mixologists know what they're doing here. 2 managers came by our table to make sure everything was going well. Top notch service, top shelf food and drink, modern and upscale decor and vibe. A perfect concoction for a special night out with family or friends. read more

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Came here recently with a friend for ~girl dinner~ and Barcelona continues to reign supreme when it comes to tapas. We went on a Monday, which was perfect because wine bottles were half off. So of course we split a bottle of cava (or two) between us for the evening. We had a wonderful time chatting and sipping our cava - it was a beautiful evening, and they had a steady flow of customers but not too crazy. While there we got an order of the spinach & chickpea cazuela, burrata, charred squash, croquetas, mahi mahi la plancha, and wagyu carpaccio. My favorite tapa hands down, always and forever, will be their croquetas. They are the best I have ever had, and I go to places to try their croquetas to see if they can beat Barcelona's (they never do). I also loved the burrata. We were torn between that and the goat cheese. I am happy we went with the burrata. The charred squash and mahi mahi were not my favorite but everything was still very good overall. Then for dessert we split the olive oil cake. Again, I will try olive oil cake at other places and I have never found one that has beat the cake at Barcelona for me. Between the two of us, I think it was $70 each with tip, which feels like a bargain for everything we got. So in short, definitely give a Monday Girl's Dinner a try. read more

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I didn't realize I didn't leave a review when we first tried 2 years ago. When we came 2 years ago, this was easily a 5 star amazing review. We decided to return this year for our anniversary in hopes of another great anniversary dinner but the ball was so dropped. The host greeted us happy anniversary but our server had no mention of it at all and nothing special for us. There was a hair on my small plate and when asked for a new plate, I never got it until we were basically done with our meal after I had to ask. He seemingly didn't care about our table as I saw him approach multiple other tables consistently and never came back to check on us until the end. We also never got our bread service at the start until I asked for it. The food quality has also gone down. We got the steak and cabbage and it was a lot smaller and not as good. We got several boxes for our food and wasn't offered a bag at all. Our server didn't seem to care or like us, but when it came for the bill, he became nice again. We could hear servers talking poorly about their tables as well. It overall was a terrible experience and I won't be coming back again. Unprofessional team compared to 2 years ago. read more

Classy lively and delicious Came here for Friday night with some friends. Great selection of wine and tapas we had an amazing time here. Venue: lively, has tables, and full bar. It was sprinkling so I didn't see much people in the patio but available. Ambien lighting with lively music. Gets very busy. Simple and modern decor. Food: tried various tapa. Generally they were all good. Ordered charcuterie- simple choices recommended by the server was decent. Pulpo (octopus) was on the drier side but good flavor. Goat cheese was good but I felt it needed more syrup. Wagyu carpaccio was good- mild taste. There was another cooked Wagyu tapa I was not a fan. What took the show that was not on the menu that night was the bone marrow. Get it! Love love love. The wine recommended by our server was exceptional. All in all, I would come back. Service: he was attentive and provided exceptional service. read more

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It's been well over 9 months since I last raved about Barcelona Wine Bar, located in the heart of downtown Raleigh. I am compelled to remind every resident and every visitor to make this a "must go to and enjoy" place for either brunch on Saturday or Sunday, or for dinner any night of the week. Go for the amazing cuisine, vast wine list, and stay for the outstanding service! Recently, we have found ourselves trying not to enjoy just our go-to favorites that are mainstays on the ever-evolving menu. We have been blown away by the flavors of the large plate option called Chicken Pimientos. Don't let the name throw you, because it's not super spicy, it just has a nice kick to it with delicious potatoes accompanying the very moist and flavorful chicken. The way the kitchen team at Barcelona handles the preparation of the eggplant caponata is impressive and very unique. Other favorites on the tapas section of the menu recently are stuffed piquillos, corn zucchini bunuelos (think fair food turned healthy!), Wagyu carpaccio, lamb kofta, and pulpo gallego. Remember that their tapas offerings rotate in and out, oftentimes based on the season and availability of fresh products. The wine offerings are unparalleled in the city of Raleigh, and when you visit for dinner on a Monday evening, every bottle is half-priced. Can't beat that for a way to jump-start your work week! We tend to sit at the bar on most visits as bartenders Kira and Cameron truly handle their bar with a welcoming vibe and impressive ease. General manager Jed is a visible leader of this great team and makes every guest feel appreciated. Awesome job all the way around! read more

I like Barcelona Wine Bar mainly because they are open late so you can have a nice meal after 9 pm. The bar is the highlight as they make good crafted cocktails and they do have an extensive wine list. The ambiance is dark and nice for couples or friends. The booths at the bar are not the most comfortable, so I prefer a table. The tapas are those you find at a traditional Spanish tapas place. The papas being amongst the most popular are a good staple. The charcuterie is also very nice. The other tapas can be hit or miss depending on what is seasonally offered. On this visit, I wanted Brussels sprouts but they were no longer on the menu and the lamb was not a bone in lamb but rather ground meatballs. Not bad, just not what I expected. It's not a place I seek out to come, but it's solid food and drinks that fills a need when I want a late bite. read more

Walking into the Barcelona Wine Bar is like Is like stepping into a time machine that got a taste for Rioja--where the ghosts of forklifts and iron hoists now politely make way for stemware and jamón. The brick still whispers industry, the steel beams still hum with work, but now they've dressed up in ambient light and velvet shadows, trading grit for garnacha. A cathedral of labor reborn as a cathedral of leisure. The drinks arrive with confidence--robust, balanced, and unapologetically strong, especially the Old Fashioned. Yet for all the grit in the glass, it's the friendly smiles behind the bar that make the space glow even brighter than the Edison bulbs and the only thing smoother than the drinks is the service, Cheers! read more

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I love this spot. The manager and our waiter/waitress were super friendly and attentive. I love the small plate concept to allow you to try a few good dishes. We tried the meatballs, green beans, potatoes, shrimp and empanadas. Everything was delicious. The dishes were plated well and arrived timely. This is a great spot to hang with friends. The bar had an amazing selection of cocktails and wines. read more

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Had some of the best Tapas here when I was in Raleigh. Located right outside the Dillon Hotel in downtown Raleigh it was walking distance from the hotel and one of the few place opened past 10. Sat at the bar, the bartender was friendly and helpful. We ordered a nice Vinho Verde wine and a few small plates. The food was over the top . One dish was better than the other. Gambas al Ajillo- Shrimps sautéed in garlic, wine, and oil. Albondigos - spicy meatballs in a red sauce. I can highly recommend thes meatballs. Super chill vibe and a great place for date night. Highly recommend. read more

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Delicious food, great staff, and amazing atmosphere! Can't go wrong here. Great place to take a date! read more

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Stopped in for drinks and small plates, and easily found a seat at the bar. My husband had a cocktail and I had sangria, both were good. Love the vibe here and the people are friendly. If they ask if you want bread before your meal, say YES! That was one of my favorite things, comes out hot and fresh. Small plates enjoyed: 1. Charcuterie with salami - recommend, spicy chorizo - not spicy and would not get again, and manchego cheese - recommend. 2. Marinated olives - well marinated and tasty but I was hoping for a mix of olives and they were all green. 3. Empanadas - very good and would def get again. read more

Barcelona Wine Bar - Charcuterie (bottom-up: chorizo, manchego, salami) - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Went here over the weekend for a birthday celebration. The food was amazing but any large dish will take an hour. I was totally fine with it as we enjoyed wine and a few tapas. I would highly recommend a reservation as it was packed and there is little to no waiting room inside the restaurant. They did have the patio open with plenty of fires going to keep people warm. Everything I had was very good read more

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We had a very nice Catalan bottle of wine and sat outside on the patio. The server was attentive even though it was Halloween and there were a lot of distractions. read more

Barcelona Wine Bar - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Barcelona Wine Bar is a nice option for a date night. The spicy beef empanadas and cauliflower are perfect starters, both have great taste and won't disappoint. The Branzino was surprisingly good, and I appreciated the fact that it came deboned. No surprise they have a nice wine selection although I didn't have a glass that night. Service was great and attentive. I have an allergy to tree nuts and my server gave me menu recommendations to accommodate. The ambience of the restaurant is nice for a vibey evening with a special someone. Overall 9/10. read more

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Came in after a long day of training in my Raleigh Office. Enjoyed a few glasses of red sangria. Cade was my bartender and he took care of my drinks and gave great recommendation about food. Ordered 4 tapas plates which definite constitutes an entree in quantity; Patatas Bravas, Cauliflower in Mustard vinaigrette, Gambas Al Ajillo, and Chicken Thigh. What a meal and outstanding flavors. Joined the clean plates (plural) club with this great meal! Atmosphere and crowd was about what I expected at 6pm on a. Wednesday evening; energetic and lively. Several groups appeared to be enjoying a girls night with pitchers of sangria! Good choice. Always love Barcelona when I visit Raleigh! Cheers. read more

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I love the vibe of this place along with their amazing wine and staff. One of my favorite tapas here is the potatoes with cheese and any goat or sheep's whipped cheese read more

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Without a doubt, this is one of the best dining experiences I've EVER had. This is coming from a foodie. The food was impeccable, but what made our time there perfect was our server Ethan. Kind; conversational, extremely knowledgeable, and thoughtful. Though our conversation we mentioned that we are getting married soon, and Ethan brought out our DELICIOUS olive oil cake with a candle. This place is big, and gets busy for a reason. Loud and lively environment. Without a doubt, the best meal I have had in Raleigh. 100% will be coming back and often. Thank you Ethan for making our first time there perfection! read more

Modern atmosphere with Spanish tapas and food but service could use a bit of work. Our group came here for a Sunday brunch for a table of 8 and overall the food was good but the service was infrequent and when the food came it started out slow and then everything all at once so pacing could be improved. I ordered a wine flight and some friends got cocktails that came but mine didn't arrive until the end of the meal. For a group our size, we requested some serving utensils but they didn't come. Other than the service hiccups, they had some good food dishes that I enjoyed including the Peach Montadito and Gambas and Grits. We also ordered the Paella Mariscos and the Paella Salvaje. They were good but missing the crisp rice on the bottom. Overall, not a bad place but decent food and improvements with service would make it much more enjoyable. read more

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Absolutely delicious. The tapas were great. I made the mistake of getting the big meat plate thinking the tapas wouldn't be enough. It was still good, but the tapas blew that plate out of the park and they were filling. The mojito I ordered was also really good! We sat outside and it was lovely, pretty secluded from other areas and nicely decorated. Staff were very friendly and knowledgeable. read more

Love this place. Noisy, but the food is amazing, as is the wine selection. Tapas, allow you to try many dishes paired with different wines. Wines can be ordered by the bottle or in 3/6 oz glass, so you can pace yourself, and pair the right wine with the food. Bartenders will help you, so no worries. Cameron and Justin are great. As for the food, outstanding and consistent every time...almost. My favorites are the boquerones (anchovies), I know, I hate them too, but these are to die for, and I never skip ordering them when I'm here. The steak Paillard is marinated in something that is nothing short of heaven ( they overcooked it tonight for the first time ever) but still outstanding. The Rezabal goes with just about everything so it's become my go to choice on the wine. For desert, I go to the figs with Chorizo and the Tanat ( desert wine from Uruguay). Of course, they were out of that tonight , so I tried the dates. Normally, they are wrapped in bacon, but, bacon tends to overwhelm just about everything. So I asked them to swap the bacon for prosciutto. They only had Serrano, but they agreed. It was perfect. Did I say I love this place. Highly recommended read more

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Great location with some amazing food and specialty cocktail options. Palatable environment outside the food. Service has never disappointed. read more

I have been to the one in Dc and the one in Raleigh! Very similar in terms of food, both have great options! While dc ambiance might be a little better, overall the Raleigh place is a great place for a date, or fun night with friends!!! read more

This place was recommended to us when we were looking for a fun place to have dinner and drinks after our daughter's college graduation. There were seven of us and the place was packed. We had a reservation and were sat fairly quickly at an outside tall table. These tables were so tightly packs and the stools were tall and uncomfortable. I asked our wait person if we could have a different more comfortable table and he said there weren't any available. It was extremely loud and warm. The menu was difficult to follow. It seemed like a lot of small plates for sharing which would be fine but not what we had expected. Not my favorite Raleigh experience. But also not for me. There were a ton of others seemingly enjoying everything. read more

Barcelona Wine Bar is a refined place to celebrate a special occasion. They offer Spanish style tapas and a robust wine menu. I came here to celebrate a friend's birthday, and I'll definitely say the ambiance delivers with upscale, fun vibes. My one complaint is that it can be a tad loud. The wait staff was so helpful in accommodating our larger group. They even offered their special drink, which requires a ladder for full effect :) For larger groups they request that you order off of a set menu, which features all of the classics like paella, patatas bravas, veggies, cheese etc. It also came with a generous portion of a meat board. The food is high quality, but I will admit at some times it feels more trendy and visually appealing than authentic. I'll be back for the olive oil cake, but overall 4 stars because I'd prefer more authentic tasting tapas. read more

Barcelona Wine Bar - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

To all my wine snobs this is a cute tuck away wine bar in downtown Raleigh. They after tapas which are the perfect paired portions to share with friends around the table. Also, for the more hungry traveler they offer full plate options. Their servers are wonderful with explaining how the tapas selections work and charcuterie options. This place is perfect for a girls meetup for brunch or dinner! read more

The food was truly gourmet quality with exceptional presentation. We started with the hummus and potato tortilla--both were divine. These familiar dishes were elevated with unique flavors and innovative presentation that felt entirely new. For the entrées, we had the paella and Branzino. Both were excellent--perfectly cooked, not overly salted, and beautifully presented. The fish was served with great care, including a skillful and professional deboning at the table. An outstanding dining experience from start to finish. read more

We made reservations in advance and boy were we happy we did! This place is busy and has an excellent vibe with music. The women's restroom is small, so best to be quick. Loved the food! We ordered charcuterie with two types of Spanish cheese and sausages that came with a lively guava paste cube. We then ordered the chicken thigh, Brussels sprouts, albodingas, and acorn squash. Fresh sour dough was available too in a basket. They had a wonderful wi e selection and I went for a verde. Service was top notch h and the handled allergies like it was their job! They crossed out any primary and cross contaminates to keep us safe. For desert we had the crepes. Service was on point making sure we didn't ever have too many plates or empty water. I would definitely recommend and come back again!! read more

I recommend coming here all the time! I think its such an easy and yummy spot for any occasion. Give me the chef charcuterie board and broccolini ... then Im set. Never leave without ordering the patatas bravas. Ask they drinks are delish. Wine flights are fun. Another great moody spot for girls night or dates! read more

Man, I really wanted to rate this place higher - because the atmosphere is dope, menu looked promising...but the service was SLOOOOOW. Our waitress wasn't even attentive or apologetic. It took 45 minutes to get a bottle of wine. The food was just bland. Will try this again another time and see if it's better. read more

Half off wine bottles every Monday! The bread is delicious and some of my favorites are the roasted carrots, potatoes, steak, and the brussel sprouts. The service is consistently great, good for a large party if you make a reservation. Large selection of wines, mixed drinks can't go wrong either! read more

Barcelona Wine Bar - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

I enjoyed my experience at this place while attending an event. The staff was attentive, the food was good, and the drinks were flowing and great. Lots of meats and cheeses which is what you want in a wine bar. Also, lots of bread too! Yum! I didn't feel like I was in Barcelona, but I don't think that was the intent here. read more

Barcelona Wine Bar - Beer was ok glad they had choices - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

I have always enjoyed this restaurant but tonight was even better! If you don't have Sam or Kate as your waiter... you're missing out! They were super knowledgeable and extremely charismatic! The food and drinks were incredible as always! read more