After going to a tapas only spot, we were still hungry haha. We walked a bit and came across Bosque Palermo! I believe we got here around 11pm and they close at 1am, so it was perfect. No wait and we were seated immediately upon entering. Around 11:30pm-12am it got BUSY, like packed with every table occupied. Our server was so super kind, compared to the spot we came from, and we ordered a seafood paella (paella de marisco) which was $11.90/pp, min. 2 ppl to order the dish, and the pulpo octopus dish w/ potatoes. ***We had a four person table but still were able to order a 2 person portion for the paella. *** The paella was exceptional! Incredibly flavorful and rice itself had very good flavor. Not dry at all & was one of the better paellas I've tried in Barna. The octopus was soft and cooked well. Nicely seasoned and potatoes were tasty. Wasn't a fan of the sparkling water though. Probably should've just gotten still water or a soda/wine. It had a weird taste to it. Overall, great & memorable meal! Both dishes we tried were delish ;) read more

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The place had a bit of a wait but it was worth it. We all shared the paella and it was amazing. The paella was so flavorful and the cook on the rice was perfect. Every bite you take you can taste the spices and the seafood going through. The seafood on top was just the bonus because the rice was that good. We had 6 people share this dish and it was enough to make all of us full. read more

Bosque Palermo - Seafood Paella - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

Hands down the BEST paella I have ever had. We had the seafood paella for two. The price is less than 25 euros and they serve generous amounts of seafood. What makes a good paella is how flavorful the rice is. The seafood broth is infused into the rice. Often times, it's just salty when not cooked right. We also had the aged T Bone. Very flavorful as well. I think this is one of the best meals o have had and the value makes it even better. Also, Paco is the most passionate and friendly waiter EVER! read more

We were looking for a decent paella at a decent price before noon. And what we found was was a great paella at a great price at Bosque Palermo! We ordered the paella de carnes--not a traditional paella, but great nonetheless. The server was very friendly and there are indoor and outdoor seating options. read more

Love this place. We visited 3 times during a week of stay. We chose to eat there because it was great services, foods were tasty and the price was reasonable. We will be back there again when we visit in the future. read more

Excellent food, excellent service . Thank you Leila for all recommendations and taking care of us during our visit . This restaurant not to be missed if visiting Barcelona . read more

Bosque Palermo - Grilled baby octopus - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

Best restaurant for paella in Barcelona. Restaurant is rustic and warm. Service is outstanding and very friendly. A friend leaving in Barcelona recommended it to me saying... "the place is unpretentious and out of the tourist seen" prices are incredible. We ordered a few things like tapa de chorizo picante (very good), Greek salad... skip it... and the mix paella for 2. We were 3. But I would say... order for 3 because you will not be able to stop eating this Paella. It is Delicious! The rice itself is so creamy, flavorful and tasty.... the socarrat... ufff. This paella was also full of seafood, pork, chicken and even meat. Just incredible. Do come here... but please don't tell anyone else about this place... we don't want it to change. read more

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We had a full schedule so we decided to take a nap and woke up passed 9pm. Read that Bosque Palermo was open late till 2am so we hurried and got there around midnight (prevcovid times). I found out that the owner happened to be Filipina so that made me an instant, distant younger brother, from another father (hahah). It's a Filipino thing. I even got to practice my Tagalog, in the heart of Barcelona. I have to say for being open late - I was very surprised how good their paella was. It was very fresh and so tasty. Huge portions also especially the giant prawns. I had a local Catalan beer that was suggested by the owner but couldn't remember the name. It was really refreshing and excellent. We'd definitely come back here when we return to visit Barcelona when things settles and it's safe to travel again. Cheers! read more

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The best paella and spaghetti I've had in my life, for my first meal in Spain, this spot hit soooo good. It hit top tier Spanish food for me and so close to all the major sites. Definitely recommend checking out this spot for your next Barcelona visit and make sure to order the 4 cheese spaghetti. They do speak English here as well and service was great. read more

Bosque Palermo - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

One of the few spur of the moment places we popped into and thoroughly enjoyed. Waiter constantly checked in and provided superb service. Didn't have expectations for 10euro paella but this would be my neighborhood spot if I lived in Barcelona. The baby squid provided a delightful burst of flavor and texture! read more

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Today is Monday and we arrived here around 930 PM. Crowded but there were seats available for two, so we were promptly seated. This review is only based off of the mixed paella which consists of seafood and meat. Coming in, we knew that the serving is going to be a lot, so that is all we came for even though we were sOo tempted for other things. She let us know that the paella would take about 25 mins, and asked if we wanted any appetizers while we waited. We kindly declined and ordered a liter of sangria to sip on. It did take about the 20-25 for it to arrive, and I must admit it was the best paella I've had anywhere and the best I've had in Barcelona. We tried to do our best to lick the pan clean, and so we did. Left feeling 10 lbs heavier but it was def worth it! If you're looking for the best paella I highly recommend trying it here! Don't just stop by any spot because paella's are everywhere. Don't fall into the tourist trap! read more

Bosque Palermo - Mixed paella for two- mixed = seafood and meat - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

The most amazingggg Paella here. We met amazing people at dinner since the place is so intimate and they also enjoyed their dishes. Nearly everyone ordered a paella. Different kinds and no complaints. We were so satisfied with our choice. All of the wait staff was friendly and attentive. They all helped each other. We ordered the Caesar salad, seafood paella, cava & red sangria, & ice cream bars. Would absolutely recommend. read more

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Visited Bosque Palermo for lunch while in Barcelona. They're open until 2:30, not the normal 1/1:30, so it gives you some extra time before siesta. They were really busy, and because of this the staff didn't seem very friendly. There was also an issue wIth my bill, but they were happy to fix it after I caught the mistake. Would recommend the paella! read more

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It's a place that was recommended to me by a person I trust, especially the paella . I'm guessing she didn't get to go to the best. I had the disadvantage of dining alone on most of my visits. They only make it for two. However, on one visit the table next to me couldn't finish theirs and shared. It was good, but not amazing. I had good jamon, prawns in garlic, squid, and many other dishes. Every one were good, but not amazing However, the whole "vibe" of the place, the friendly staff, and the mix of tourists and locals was really nice. I've eaten inside, at the bar, and outside. All have their pluses and minuses. If you are alone, the bar is great. You're also most likely to meet interesting locals there. Outside, on a nice night, is a great time. It's worth going to, but you can see from my reviews other places I'd recommend far more. I've been here more than my check-ins shows. read more

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Food was great, service definitely could've been better. The prices are good and I won't lie that house wine and red sangria are amazing. The tapas olives are pretty damn good as well read more

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Came back after 5 years and it's still hands down the best paella I've had. Got the steak this time and it was delicious!

This place is NOT awesome as reviews everywhere suggest, so I assume people keep coming because it's one of the few Barcelona restaurants reviewed on Yelp. It also has tons of reviews on TripAdvisor. Everyone dining here was either American or speaking English, so that just backs my theory! We had the seafood and meat paella dishes, which were both pretty mushy. The complimentary bread lightly brushed with a mild tomato sauce/olive oil mixture was okay though, so I ate more of that than our actual entrees. read more

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This place was great! We came here on our last night in Barcelona looking for some paella. We were not disappointed! It was so flavorful and perfectly cooked! Just make sure you order some tapas because it takes about 30 minutes to cook. We also ordered "a glass" of Sangria and oh my goodness it was huge! So delicious. The service was great, and the staff was friendly. It was a cute place, not oversized, and had a nice terrace outside that we sat at. We did call and get a reservation the same day and I recommend it just in case. Not always necessary but it's helpful especially if you come hungry. read more

Bosque Palermo - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

When I asked for the best paella in Barcelona, Yelp directed me here, and it didn't disappoint! Patatas bravas, paella mixta, sangria cava -- all on point, delicious, and left me wanting more. Would definitely take the time to come back again, and my family of four would not mind a return trip before we leave. read more

Really delightful paella and appreciate their wonderful service for family customers. Cava was lovely as well. Nice location and looked clean inside and out. Very affordable for a night out. read more

What a wonderful experience. We looked at the menu and had tapas for lunch. Just three items but wonderfully prepared.

The seafood Paella is delicious! Thank you Bernard for the exceptional service and recommendations! Would definitely go back when we visit Barcelona again. read more

Visuals: it's a corner restaurant with a small bar area near the door. You have options to sit indoor or outdoor. The restaurant is nicely furnished in a way that gives a family friendly vibe. Food: the fried calamari was crunchy and tasty. The squid was perfect; flavorful and not dry. I wish they had Sriracha to go with it lol and my favorite was their seafood paella! It took some time to cook but it's worth it! Every bite was overflowing with flavor and deliciousness! I'd highly recommend it! Service: at night, there could be a line but it wouldn't be long. there were 3 servers going around to help all the tables. They were attentive and quick to serve. read more

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Now that I had a chance to go to few tapa restaurants in Barcelona, I have to rate this restaurant a three star. The steamed shrimps were not fresh. It smelled fishy and despite a lot of lemon juice, it still smelled. So disappointing! The T-bone steak had a lot of fat. I don't mindit at all, but the oven has to be hot enough to burn through the fat. Unfortunately, I can still taste the gas burnt into the meat. The grilled octopus was small in portion and not spectacular at all. The seafood paella was very good. The best was their coconut ice cream. We were hungry after getting into Barcelona and this was the closet restaurant to our place that was highly rated. I was a bit disappointed. For #Thinsulin fans, there's a few green light options. read more

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affordable ($10 each, required to order at least 2 portions), good paella, a less touristy atmosphere. They also had great grilled seafood dishes eg grilled octopus Stick to those dishes and you'll be good! We tried the T-bone steak, eggs and ham over patatas, asparagus, and still found it best to stick with the paella This was one of the only establishments open on New Year's Day as well! read more

We came here for dinner on our last night in Barcelona. We hadn't had paella in Spain yet, so it was a must before we left! We ordered a jug of the house red wine (crazy cheap and not bad). For food we ordered the mixed seafood platter and seafood paella. The seafood came out grilled and was simple but delicious. We had amazing seafood the day before, so we didn't think it was the best, but it was still good. The paella for 2 was well worth it! I was afraid it would be too salty after reading the reviews, but I didn't find it to be over powering. Portion and prices are great!! Would definitely recommend coming here to get your paella fix! read more

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Probably the best Paella I ever had. Great food, friendly staff and atmosphere. 10$ for Paella per person along with 2.5$ wine is just amazing. read more

Bosque Palermo - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

PAELLA! It was delicious! The best one we had since we've been in Spain or far. We saw the other reviews that the paella might be on the salty side so we asked for less salt and it was PERFECT! We also got the sangria pitcher, green peppers, grilled baby octopus and pig ears. The pigs ears were not for me but I would order everything else again on my next visit. read more

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So this was the first place we came to fresh of the plane from the United States. The first impression was horrible. The guys in the front were super rude. We decided to leave because we didn't like the energy of the men. The following day we walked by and just couldn't resist trying again because the food looked amazing. We decide to make reservation and give it a go. Upon entering there was a lady behind the bar and she was very polite and welcoming. She made us the best Sangria's. She recommended items in the menu to try and was very nice. We waiting almost 30 minutes to be seated. We were then seated in a small area for 3 but had a party of 5. We asked to be moved, which was not a problem. They moved us and we had much more room. We all ordered the Seafood Paella and OMG the flavor was so good. Every bite was good. It was so much food, we took it home. Even eating left overs it was so delicious. If the service was better, this would have been a 5 star review. The food alone was 5 stars! Service deserves no stars ! read more

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Delicious paella and grilled octopus - we left really full but it was worth every morsel! The paella mixta had plenty of seafood and chorizo - sooo good! I deducted a star because the service was not great. I get that you're busy but when you drop a wine bottle on the table, even if if doesn't spill, maybe try a simple apology. Also a bit more attention to the tables would have been appreciated so we didn't have to keep our eyes trailed on anyone rushing by to try to get a drink. read more

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THIS. PLACE. IS. AWESOME. One word: HOUSE WINE (OK that's 2 words). The reviews are true -- massive pitchers for 3.70 euro. Are you kidding me???? Best deal in Barcelona no question. A GLASS at most restaurants is at least 4 euro, if not more. And it's not like this wine is terrible either -- it's pretty decent stuff -- and most certainly does the trick. Matter fact -- eating here was the first time I had been drunk off of dinner the whole trip, and considering my itinerary up to that point - Amsterdam, Berlin, Prague, Italy, France - that's quite a statement. The food just puts the place over the top. The seafood paella is the main attraction, it was well worth the hype. Deciding whether it was worth the wait, on the other hand, is perhaps a more difficult question, because the paella took at least 40 minutes to finally make it to our table after we initially ordered. However, the waitress was very apologetic about the situation, leading me to deduce that the long wait was more of an anomaly than something typical of the place. Luckily, it just gave us more time to get drunk off the wine, so we weren't too bummed regardless. My biggest complaints about the entire meal? The couple sitting next to us, seeing that we spoke English, leaning over and trying to strike up a friendly conversation. This was fine, of course, but being from Seattle they of course INSISTED on talking about the Seahawks and especially the 2014 NFC Championship game (I'm a huge 49ers fan). I mean, they were nice people and everything, but you gotta know not to go there. The wound is simply too fresh. But besides that, I have no complaints about the place. Some tips: Try to sit outside if possible, because the ambiance out there is great and it's a prime place to do some people-watching. While your food waits, try the tapas, which are good. Lastly don't be shy about the bottles of house wine - it's standard protocol to get several, and they're truly money well spent. In short: Bosque Palermo is a place to eat, drink, and be merry. Enjoy the wine! read more

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I was on vacation in Barcelona, and my girlfriend and I were craving some good paella. Bosque Palermo came up on our Yelp search, and we decided to try it. We definitely did not regret it. We ordered a salad and an order of their seafood paella. The paella is 10 euros per person, which I think is an amazing price for how much food you get. The salad was eh. They put too much dressing and it wasn't anything spectacular. However, the main star was the paella. It takes 30 mins to make, so make sure to order it early, and to order some wine or appetizers to hold you over until then. But when it comes... The aroma itself was tantalizing. The seasoning was on point, the seafood tasted sweet and fresh, and the rice had a nice creamy consistency. Overall, it was the best paella my girlfriend and I had in Barcelona and Madrid. It is definitely a must-try if you're in the area!! read more

Bosque Palermo - The best paella ever - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

Love love love, seasoned to protection!! Even better the next day . Sangria was awesome as well. Definitely recommend this place. Best eats of my trip read more

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Delicious paella, refreshing sangria, and fantastic service! I went here twice while in Barcelona (I was only here for a 4 days), each time for dinner, because it was that good! Definitely make a reservation, or you'll end up waiting 15-30 minutes for a table because the space is very cozy and there aren't many tables. However, if you end up waiting, you can take a spot at the bar and get a head start on your sangria! As for food, I ordered the same thing each time (bad form, I know, but SO worth it): a meat paella and seafood paella and each time my mind was blown by how good it was! It's a bit of a wait, but I took that as a sign that the food was being freshly made. The flavors in the paella are so rich, and each dish gives a generous serving of seafood/meat. As an added bonus: they have 4 euro bottles of house wine! read more

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Seemingly more of a locals spot due to its location away from the tourist area but travelers can still be found here. It's worth the journey if you're walking, the food is very good and very reasonably priced. We ordered the patatas bravas and the paella (which requires a minimum of two people to order). We wanted to order more but our waiter stopped us, mentioning that what we ordered would be enough. The patatas bravas were simple but good and something good to temporarily quiet our grumbling stomachs. The paella was excellent! I haven't had paella too many times in my life but I'd have to say that this was the best one thus far. It seriously looked and tasted perfect. The rest of our stay we saw people eating paella at restaurants all over Barcelona and especially on Las Ramblas, but none looked nearly as appetizing. For dessert we went with the Catalan crema, a local dessert not unlike creme brulee. Wine here is also an awesome deal. For a full bottle of house red, white or rose wine its only 3€50! read more

Bosque Palermo - seafood paella - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

The good: The Paella was really good not sure the best in Spain but very tasty. ChimiChurri Ribs were amazing. The flavor was soo good we decided to try the other meet entrees but they left a lot to be desired. Not so good: Lamb and Goat entrees just weren't seasoned as well as the ribs. read more

Spain... romantic, fun, hot and decently expensive given the USD to Euro exchange rate. Yet, before the grand exit... the final stage left walk... that one last goodnight; stands a final dinner at the Bosque Palermo. Yelpers all say it is worth the wait for paella and seafood so... SOLD! The wife and I are now sitting in the back room at a table fit for 2 lovebirds on their two year long awaited honeymoon. The room is a bit short as I am 5'11" and the ceiling is about two inches from the crown of my noggin. The bathroom is really tight. If you ever wanted to go potty while washing one hand, drying the other and eating dinner at your table, this washroom works perfectly for that. The server is a very nice man who speaks somewhat ok english. No pressure and super smiley. We ordered the paella, mixed seafood plate and the mont-ferrant gran cuvee brut sparkling wine. Given all the reviews, it would be a travesty not to. The wine arrived first. Light, refreshing and cool; it hit the spot for two thirsty lovebirds looking to quench a fire superheated like only a 10 day honeymoon can. We toasted to a fine honeymoon and wondered when we would be back next. The "starter" course was the mixed seafood plate. "Ohh myyy!" as our beloved Uncle George (Takei on FB) would say. The mussels and cockles sat perfectly with the white wine sauce. Just the right touch of olive oil to boot. The salmon... perfectly cooked and flakey. The last time I had salmon this good, my boss caught it himself in the waters off British Columbia! Now, the merusa (a white fish) was something else. So fresh and tasty. That overall taste was just a harmonious mix of flavors. Individually, they rock just about any dinner plate but together, well... it's just sinful. Good thing there are so many churches here I can go confess in. (You need to see the pics to believe this! ) Now, about the paella. I've been here in Spain for 10 days now and eating paella just about every day. I like to believe I know paella to a degree that 10 days would allow. The smell is just intoxicating. Salty but just the right touch. The saffron aroma is mouth watering! The mussels had this light tomato taste to them. As for the prawns... well, let me tell you something - despite the small amount of meat on those suckers, they were succulent. The paella sauce is creamy and just coats the rice enough to facilitate a smooth run down my mouth to my eager taste buds. Now, sip the sparkling wine with a mouthful of paella and whoa!! I am in FOODIE HEAVEN! Right about now (9:28pm) the room is packed. Tourists and locals alike crowd the establishment and I fully understand why. The paella was a very reasonable €10 per person and the mixed seafood plate €16. The mont - ferrant came to €13 a bottle. The wife wanted to try dessert at a shop close by so we opted to skip it here. So all in all, what a meal. 5 stars and counting. Will I be back? Let's just say I may not know when I will be in Barcelona again but I know I will be dining at Bosque Palermo should the opportunity present itself again. Two very satisfied and enthusiastic thumbs up!! read more

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Best seafood paella ever! And as if there wasn't enough seafood already, we also had the mixed seafood plate! I can seriously eat this everyday! After a very unauthentic and boring paella on our first night here in Barcelona, this seafood paella from Bosque Palermo is definitely more in line with what I have expected. The rice was flavorful without being over-seasoned or salty and had the perfect chewy bite. There was plenty of seafood (shrimps, clams, mussels), and everything was very fresh tasting. The mixed seafood plate was equally tasty. The seafood was nicely grilled and lightly seasoned. There were cod, salmon, shrimp, mussels, octopus and clams. Our server spoke decent amount of English, and we ordered with no trouble. Per his recommendation, we also got a tiramisu gelato-y dessert to finish off the meal. read more

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Every place we been to always asked if we had reservations. Nope not this place. We got seated right away on a Saturday evening around 8pm. They had a fair amount of diners at that time too. What to order? THE SEAFOOD PAELLA!!!! Honestly this was probably the best and most flavorful paella I;ve ever had. It wasn't too salty for my liking. Good amount of seafood. However, my only disappointment was that the shrimp and the crawfish was overcooked. Other than that, DELICIOUS! The grilled baby octopus for an appetizer was also great too! Who doesn't like crunchy tentacles? Friendly staff, great service. read more

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This place is a MUST when here in Barcelona. This was the best meal I've had during my whole trip to Spain! Sangria + grilled seafood,+paella= food orgasm. It's a Monday night, and this place was still crowded and we had to sit outside. The sangria was probably the best I had here in my stay in Barcelona. It had the perfect blend of sweetness and spirits, just a wonderful mix with a slight kick to it. The grilled seafood platter is every seafood lovers dream. They were grilled to perfection and definitely not dry. And you can't complain about the price with it being about €16-18.A good sample platter of the Mediterranean sea! The paella was loaded with mixed seafood and was so fresh and delicious. The rice was fully seasoned and cooked just right. Warning: it does take a long time to come out since its made to order. This place is a must-go for anyone visiting here in Barcelona read more

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