Local and friendly, eat outside on a tree lined street. Tapas were well portioned and atmosphere…read morerelaxed. We had been looking for neighboring Bar Nino which turned out to be closed. We were not disappointed by its neighbor. Salad was something special featuring goat cheese. Also ordered patatas bravas. Everything else was good as well. Final note, meal for two came out to about 15euros.

We found this little hole in the wall near our hotel. It doesn't have a lot of Yelp reviews, but…read moredon't let that fool you. It's a local place, because after we sat down, the locals started piling in. We knew we found the right place. They have a wide selection of tapas. The sangria is very well mixed and aromatic. The beer of tap is fresh and cold. The place looks like it needs a good cleanup and facelift, but don't let that fool you. Everything we ordered was excellent. Ok, now that the secret is out, you go try this place and enjoy yourself.

The night before we went to a much hyped restaurant just a block away with disappointing results…read more In contrast, this place served good Spanish food with a great service in a nice outdoor space. We ordered 6 dishes and everything was tasty. The potatoes, octopus, squid and cold meat were great. Fried artichokes were good too.

Talk about delicious! This was my first meal during my trip to Barcelona and it did not disappoint…read more Wine and tapas, Bae! Because you know you gotta get some of that when you're in Spain. I'm here to tell you that the tapas were tapa-ing hardcore. They were simply scrumptious! Saw this place during my walk down Rambla de Catalunya. It's perfectly tucked right in the heart of the busy street, and they have a lovely patio area that's right in the thick of it all. Unfortunately, the patio was full and busy, so I opted for a table inside. Definitely wasn't a bad choice. Their interior is so cute and cozy! The Spanish bodega vibes were swarming all over the place. I just loved it. I've learned that the service element in Spain is generally very different from the US. In saying this; don't expect to be wowed by the service here. But the tapas are truly scrumptious! I enjoyed the followed tapas: Grilled prawns - Geeeezuuus! These were mouthwatering! I grew up eating prawns without the heads and skins on, but now I understand why they keep them on here. The prawn heads preserve all of the juiciness and flavors. These were cooked and seasoned perfectly and I could not get enough. Fried potatoes - Amazing! I've had these at Spanish restaurants in the US, but there really IS a difference in the way that they're prepared here. The crispiness is just delightful, but it's the sauces that really did it for me. Not sure what kind of sauces were used (one red and one white) but they added a beautiful taste to these already yummy potatoes. Meat croquettes - Scrumptious! These croquettes have a mix of minced meats inside that are so tender and flavorful. And the breading is absolutely perfect. They paired perfectly with my wine too. Speaking of wine; the Spanish red wine that I had was dynamite! Can't comment on the specific varietal but it was so smooth and silky. I meeeaan... dinner was delicious!!! They set the bar pretty high for the restaurants that followed. Although the service wasn't the best, the wine and tapas most certainly impressed. I'd come back for more of those tasty tapas any day.

While on a visit to Barcelona found this tucked away gem from another Yelp reviewer. Decided to…read moregive it a shot. Most places here in Barcelona prefer reservations but as we walked around town we couldn't pick a time. We settled upon an early arrival and lucky for us they had a table inside. Not very many patrons at 6:30 PM so we were immediately seated, table for two. Of course a Sangria for me and a beer for my travel buddy! Cheers. The beer had a lemon citrusy flavor and my Sangria was flavorful, both were very good. We ordered Hummus and Calamari, excellent choices, plenty to share and both were delicious. Highly recommend giving this restaurant a try. Remember service is slower than in the U.S. and our waitperson was the only one handling both inside and outside (only 3 or 4 tables outside).

Highly Recommend Everyone give this amazing restaurant/tavern a try!! You'll find a new favorite…read moreplace in town!! My first day in Barcelona and I googled great place to eat and stumbled on this absolute gem! Service was great! They speak English BTW The staff were friendly and very helpful! The food was some of the most amazing, fresh, delicious bites I've had. I ordered from the Tapas menu so I could get a taste of more flavors. The portions were much bigger than I imagined tapas being. These were my first! They created a great desire for more! It was hard deciding what to try. They had duck risotto on the daily special menu and I wanted it, but it was a full meal and I would only get to taste that. I will definitely be going back during my two week stay here in Barcelona! Hopefully I will get to try the duck risotto! Highly recommend!!

We had heard that Basque food is the best in Spain, so of course we wanted to try it while we were…read morein the most northern part of our trip to Spain. Found this tapas bar and were not disappointed. It's small, but mighty in flavor. They had so many tapas to choose from! The food was fresh and very tasty. What to do if you are only eating tofu, and not in the back formal restaurant: Maybe grab a seat first because it gets crowded in there. Pick up a plate Pick your tapas Make sure you leave the toothpicks on the plate so they know how much to charge you when you're finished. There was a woman standing on the guest side of the bar whom you may think is just one of the customers, but she will answer any questions and make sure you get the drinks you want --including sangria. Just be aware that the drinks may cost as much as your tapas! Enjoy and have fun!

Great tapas with a Portuguese flair. The selection of tapas on the bar is amazing. The server will…read morealso walk by with hot offerings from the kitchen. Remember to keep your toothpicks because that's how you're billed. The wine list is also well priced. The walls in the bar are old and add great ambiance.

RAÓ absolutely lives up to the hype. An acquaintance of mine told me they serve some of the best…read moretapas you'll find in Barcelona and he was NOT wrong. Every single dish my friend and I ordered was incredible from the crispy patatas bravas and rich tortilla de patata to the perfectly cooked octopus and melt in your mouth Iberian pork cheek. I also started the night with a mango mojito that was dangerously good. The service was attentive and friendly from the moment we walked in, and the restaurant itself has such a warm rustic atmosphere with low calming lighting that makes you want to sit there all night ordering "just one more plate." One thing I will say: Please make a reservation or you will be left outside looking goofy! This place stays packed and you will probably not get a table without one. All in all, RAÓ hands down provided one of my favorite dining experiences in Barcelona.

What a wonderful dinner to start our trip to Barcelona. Our party of 5 enjoyed pretty much…read moreeverything on their menu. We made reservations in advance that guaranteed us a table near the window. The place is small so planning in advance is critical. We enjoyed all the dishes we ordered except the paella which was ok. I think the ceviche and scallops is a must order. after dinner, our server took us to the next bar and gave us free shots! Way to go!

This is one of my favorite places to eat in Barcelona. We ate here a decade ago when we visited,…read moreand visited again on this trip. It's just as good as we remember it being. The tapas are all super yummy, and very reasonably priced. I highly recommend the jamon iberico, it's some of the best I've had. The patatas bravas were also super, super yummy. And, they have local beers and wines too. Service was super quick, if you are used to eating earlier (before 8pm), you will likely have little problem getting a table here. Definitely a must try in Barcelona's gothic quarter!

Visiting Barcelona we were so excited to have a traditional paella. We visited this location but…read morewith dismay witnessed the Bartender eating off every plate before it was served. We carefully watched and ensured our plates were untouched.. however, we felt it was appropriate to let him know he shouldn't be eating other plates. The food was good but after that spectacle proceed with caution.

This place is super chill. We actually came here twice during our week in Barcelona because the…read morevibes were so nice. Will is an excellent bartender, and a great guy to shoot the shit with. The drinks are great, the food is surprisingly good (I got the bikini, which is like an American grilled cheese cooked with Barcelona ingredients - lovely combo), and the place is spacious and nicely decorated. If you're in the gothic quarter and looking for a drink and a hang - you've found you're spot.

Come for the beer and flamenco. Stay for the incredible food. Will was kind and informative. My…read morewife and I came here twice on our one week stay in Barcelona. Great coffee, local beer, and patata bravas. Flamenco show was intimate and top notch. Great little venue. Awesome owners.

I loved this home-like tapas bar. It was cozy and full of locals. We ordered sausages, spinach…read moreballs (I don't remember the exact name) and other things to munch on. The draft beer offered was also very good. Pilar was the best part of it - super sweet and super accommodating. When I think of Barcelona, I'll always think of her warmth. Thank you so much for your hospitality.

I loved this place. It was a special place to take close friends visiting from out of town, Pilar…read moreis the best and the food was always fresh and delicious. The environment was warm and welcoming - having lived so far from home, I knew I could go to the Gata Mala and feel at home.