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    Casa Lolea

    4.6 (351 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Intimate
    Outdoor seating

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    Adrienne F.

    Delicious food and charming atmosphere -- best enjoyed in small groups or as a couple. Patatas bravas was boiled which was very different from the traditional fried ones we've had while traveling Spain.. but I think I liked the traditional version better. The octopus ceviche was fresh and the risotto was good.

    Salmon blini
    Carol R.

    We stumbled upon this place in 2019 and were lucky enough to get a table without a wait. Little did we know what a gem it was! Great tapas in a cozy setting.

    Sangria
    Kayleigh T.

    Wonderfully intimate restaurant and a must-try when in the city. I recommend calling to reserve a table because the tables fill up fast. Here is how to have the best dining experience : 1. Sangria N°1 for the table. A refreshing blend of citrus and spices. 2. Tapas to share - Patatas Bravas or the Potato Tortilla, Coca bread with tomato, Salmon Blinis and the Ceviche 3. Small personal bites (or keep sharing which I always recommend) - Roast beef with Dijon, Cecina with goat cheese 4. Truffle Risotto. I could eat this all day long. If you have room, any of the desserts paired with an espresso is delightful. Every time I have dined here ( too many to count) I have been more than pleased with the service. The staff is very friendly and are happy to give menu recommendations.

    Grilled octopus ceviche
    Penprapha B.

    We loved everything there; food, vibes, services. It is highly recommended when you are in Barcelona.

    Truffle Risotto (~€15)
    Aya E.

    Ordered: Lolea Sangria (~€19) Burrata con Pesto Salad (~€13) 4 Mini Hamburguesa (~€6 each) Patatas Bravas (~€7) Tartar de Atun (~€16) Truffle Risotto (~€15) Ceviche de Pulpo (~€10) Coco Bread with Salmon (~€12) Aya's take: Very cute, cozy place! We had a reservation for a party of 6 and our table was ready when we arrived; they even had my name written which was super cute. We started with the Lolea Sangria which was fruity, tangy, and just a bit too sweet for me. Some of my favorite bites were the Tartar de Atun (tuna tartare) and Truffle Risotto which is an absolute must! The Burrata con Pesto Salad was very light and creamy, and great for sharing. Their Patatas Bravas is different than the traditional and I didn't really care for it honestly. I would've preferred them crispy. All in all, nice spot for dinner with friends. It's not that big so I definitely suggest making a reservation ahead of time.

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    Ed U.

    Right after we arrived in Barcelona, Jamie W. and I couldn't wait to explore the labyrinth of historic alleys that define the old city. In the middle of the La Rivera neighborhood, we stumbled on this stylish tapas cafe covered in red polka dots and checkerboards, it appeared to be run by an all-female staff, and the inviting place was bustling in the early evening. The hostess asked us if we had a reservation to which we had to demur. However, she accommodated us by asking if we could finish our meal within an hour. No problem. Of course we had to start with sangria, and it turned out they make their own. We shared the 19€ bottle of Lolea Mediterranean Aperitif, and it managed to taste luscious without being too sweet (photo: https://yelp.to/kujXhf64Xj). We kept it simple beginning with the 4.10€ Gilda Alcachofa, a large skewer of marinated olives, artichoke, peppers, sun-dried tomato, and grilled pearl onion (photo: https://yelp.to/0V94it5Q8p). Nice starter. A daily special came next, the 9.90€ Ceviche de Pulpo, a nice size plate of sliced fresh octopus marinated in citrus and seasonings and sprinkled with chopped basil (photo: https://yelp.to/LS5YWhpCE3). The starches followed with the freshly made and perfectly round 15.20€ Potato 'Tortilla'. It had a nice grilled crust with a buttery interior. It came on the same cutting board as the 5.90€ Coca Bread with Tomato (photo: https://yelp.to/vCKe2s9hMj). Just love me some tomato bread. We ended our meal with the 10.90€ Pasta Del Dia, a creamy, cheesy ravioli with mushrooms and garlic (photo: https://yelp.to/Ejmq5tQw9e). Sated with ten minutes to spare. Delicioso! FOOD - 5 stars...masterfully executed tapas and not complicated AMBIANCE - 4.5 stars...a festive, cozy spot with flair SERVICE - 5 stars...enthusiastic and polite TOTAL - 5 stars...delightful sangria and tasty tapas in a fun spot in La Rivera RELATED - Exploring Barcelona? Here's my collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/4dTEx5T

    Crema Catalina. Yummm

    The service was friendly and prompt. The food was amazing. All of it! Our hotel was close by so we gave it a try. They took us right away and gave us a great experience. Thank you!!

    tapas spread
    Ewa U.

    What is there to say? Amazing quality, value & service. Highly recommend trying the 4 open face tapa sandos if you're into those. The potato salad and salmon belinis were exquisite w their delicate texture and juicy flavor. Oh yeas, don't forget the vermouth as it all the flavors perfectly. (see: sweet and salty) enjoy

    Cute sign for our table reservation
    Catherine M.

    Perfect ending to a long day exploring the city! Everything we had was delicious. Service was quick & friendly.

    You can get their sangria at the Barcelona Airport for 9.50
    Kristen L.

    My favorite dinner in Barcelona. We visited twice. I like the white sangria, tuna tartar, and roast beef sandwich. The sangria wasn't too sweet, and it didn't taste like there was a lot of alcohol in it (as someone who doesn't drink much, I liked the taste). You can easily make reservations online via Google. Friendly and efficient service. Each time we were there for just about an hour.

    Tim O.

    Absolutely phenomenal! Found this from a YouTube video. Importantly, it is in a safe part of town, as much or Barcelona is quite sketchy, especially near the tourist areas. The food here and the service was amazing. Order the potatoes. Order the roast beef and the burger. Order the bread and tomato. Then finish with the ganache. Affordable and the best food in town. The directions are a little tricky, so find the little alley or ask from help from a shopkeeper.

    Black truffle risotto, spinach gnocchi, octopus ceviche
    Alyssa R.

    Our first night in Barcelona upon arriving around 10pm at our hotel this was within walking distance and were were starving. Glad we found this small restaurant tucked in the alley. It's seriously a gem with amazing abs friendly service. All the food was beyond amazing, we actually went back a second time the next night haha. Black truffle risotto is a MUST TRY. I've never had risotto before and this blew my mind. Along with the spinach gnocchi which was the pasta of the day. We also had the octopus ceviche! Yum! Second night we ordered sangria Lolea No 2, steak tartar, mini burgers, salmon blinis, and some special menu items. Also all delicious! Our server the first night was really nice and she spoke really good English so I assume she is from the US too. She gave us recommendations where to go around Barcelona.

    Mural outside the WC
    Kathy H.

    Cute, intimate restaurant with delicious food and sangria! We had a special of the day, Truffle Risotto, which so yummy! We also loved the Burger and the Brie tapas! Had to take home a bottle of Sangria to our friend for his birthday!

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    Excellent food choices and service. Friendly, options for everyone. Would go back again

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    The entire gastronomic experience was fabulous! Casa Lolea had wonderful Spanish tapas, lovely atmosphere, great service.

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    Very good food and great service. Make a reservation, it's a small restaurant. The ceviche is as delicious.

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    Casa Lolea Reviews in Other Languages

    Cerveseria Catalana - fried artichoke

    Cerveseria Catalana

    4.4(1.8k reviews)
    1.4 kmL'Eixample
    €€€

    It's been a decade since I came here for my first Tapas in BCN. This is where I realized there was…read morea lot of my peeps that works there and it's nice to feel at home, lol. This was recommended by friends awhile back, I remembered the modern ambiance, amazing Tapas, friendly service and the place was as busy then until now. For this big restaurant caliber, it's pretty crowded yet they do a good job with a fast turnaround. We did the early Dinner and by the time we got out there was already a long line for late Diners. The fact that even after a decade, it's rare that I go back to the same spot let alone they're still around after all these years. You already know that tells a lot and I feel bad for those who didn't have the same great experience, hope they give it another shot. See y'all soon! Salut, Vermouth!

    Walking down the street on Rambla and a "Huge Line" has gathered outside Cerveseria Catalana…read more Something special must be happening here to have this big of a crowd waiting. My son had been here last year and thought, it was a solid. We put our name in, went to a nearby park bench to wait and watch people for 50 minutes. The servers outside are grumpy as to many people are crowding the sidewalk and impeding his service. Finally, our name was called, were seated at the bar, and watched a chef make the magic dishes. The menu is huge and I can't help but watch the delicious dishes flying by us. So little time and yet so many great choices, this won't be easy. We began with the beef tenderloin montadito foie gras. It was presented as a open face sandwich on a bagette. We split it as it had a huge piece of foie gras. The tenderloin was tough and the tapas tasted like indivdual components, not a blended or refined profile. The grilled razor clams were nicely cooked, slightly gritty and needed to be washed more thoroughly. The Spanish omelet wedge was spiritual, dish of the night award. The onion made the dish! The sliced fried artichoke was finely shaved, and again lacked a enjoyable flavor that I would order again. The chips with fried eggs and Jabugo ham was different, tasty and a concept I would not of thought about. Delicious! Casveseria Catalanahe was packed and stacked for a reason. A high vibe and energy even in the face of a revolt at the check in desk from hungry dinners. I came say without hesitation, we will give them a second try. The staff was friendly, engaging, warm and a good sense of humor, nothing but smiles. I can't wait for our next trip to Cerveseria Catalana and let them tell me what to order. Good luck and see you sooner than later.

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    La Alcoba Azul

    La Alcoba Azul

    4.6(202 reviews)
    0.7 kmBarri Gòtic
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    We had planned to go to a tapas place recommended by our Gaudi House tour guide (Touring Pandas…read moreguide Jekaterina who was EXCELLENT) but the joint had a line of 20+...so we chose to go to my plan B! We were happy to enter the cozy La Alcoba Azul and seated by a smiling host immediately & presented with menus. The interior looks almost like a wine cellar with brick vaulted ceilings. The offerings are best described as fusion tapas but there are a few traditional bites as well. Our waiter presented us with an amuse bouché of pumpkin hummus topped with roasted pepitas on an herbed toasted baguette crisp. DELICIOUS! We confidently ordered the tomato tartare with avocado cream, basil, olive powder and rosemary olive oil caviar as well as a half order of cured Iberican meats featuring chorizo, loin, sausage and ham, an order of the hummus with black olives, parsley, pine nuts and pita triangles. All were terrific! We especially enjoyed the meats and tomato tartare. I enjoyed a red sangria that was satisfying and happened to be topped with cinnamon...a first and welcome addition for me. La Alcoba Azul is a spot we'll keep on our tapas go to list! You shouldn't hesitate to visit.

    For charm points, the inside of this place is exactly the kind of old-world Barcelona restaurant I…read morepictured before coming here. It is tight inside, and we were tucked into the back room, but in a cozy way. Service is slow in that classic European way, not sad slow, but the kind of slow that reminds you to savor the moment because you are on vacation. The menu descriptions were a little vague, so we took a few stabs in the dark. The eggplant dish we ordered ended up being my favorite, and the hummus with lamb was also very good. I usually love olives, but these did not hit for me. They were a bit too dry and firm, so buyer beware if you are picky about olives. All in all, a charming spot for a romantic vacation dinner.

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    Ciutat Comtal - beef tenderloin montadito with foie (7.15€)

    Ciutat Comtal

    4.3(1.4k reviews)
    0.9 kmL'Eixample
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    During our three days in Barcelona, Cervecería Ciudad Condal was the very first tapas restaurant we…read morevisited -- and it turned out to be the absolute best! Our server, Amaya, was funny, knowledgeable, and incredibly attentive. He took great care of us, and every single recommendation he made was delicious. I wish I knew all the Spanish names of the dishes because everything was amazing. The highlights for us were the Bacalao -- so tender and full of flavor -- and honestly the best octopus I've ever had in my life. We also loved the soft steak with duck liver served on a slice of French baguette, the shrimp skewers, patatas, and the Spanish ham with tomato toasts. Every dish was unforgettable. On top of the incredible food, the restaurant itself has such an elegant atmosphere with beautiful décor that made the whole dining experience even more special. Highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Barcelona!

    Ciutat Comtal was a restaurant that I had seen recommended numerous times while I was searching for…read moreplaces to eat at in Barcelona, and after coming here I can see why. I came here for lunch, and thankfully I didn't have to wait too long before I got seated inside. The interior is a bit on the smaller side, but it's quite bright with a lot of natural sunlight inside. For the food, I decided to get squid, codfish with honey allioli, and iberian ham montaditos. While all of the food was great, for me the codfish was hands-down the star of the show and probably one of the best dishes that I ate on the trip. The flavor of the sauce combined with the texture of the fish actually blew me away, and I can see why my server highly recommended this to me. If you just get one things when coming here, definitely make sure not to miss this dish. Highly recommend checking this place out for Spanish tapas, they represent the cuisine well!

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    Restaurant Pasa Tapas

    Restaurant Pasa Tapas

    2.8(8 reviews)
    1.1 kmBarceloneta
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    Walking from Barceloneta Beach, I stumbled upon Pasa Tapas and lured in by a very affordable menu…read moredel dia at lunch. Alas it was pretty average but you do have a variety of options and it came with wine which was a nice bonus. Started with some fideuá but found this paella noodle dish a little one note. Ironically the fried whole fishes, which didn't look very appetizing, were surprisingly decent. Crispy fried and served next to some refreshing salad. A simple flan rounds out the meal on a sweet note. Mostly locals inside. Not a destination stop per se but good value at lunch if you happen to be walking by.

    Did not enjoy my experience at all, if not even ruined my experience with great paella!…read more Disclaimer: I went to this place as part of a Sandeman tapas tour. (Was absolute rubbish and waste of time) The service: minimal Food: Below average paella Portion: I have had bigger tapas for babies Drinks: I have no idea what was served. Some form of watered down alco that's neither here nor there All in all, not a good experience at all. Agree I went with Sandeman so part to blame would be them. But my view is that if you love food, care about your customers, love your business; then care for your brand and don't join crappy partnerships. And if you plan to do that; suck it up and serve proper food!

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