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I went here the day I arrived and my last night in Barcelona. Amaya was our server, both times we were a group of 6. If you have an open pallet to tapas and would like to experience this place, let the waiter select for your group. The first night he did fabulous, the second time we thought we knew how n what to order-we ended up with too much food. The sangria and local beer is fabulous. Also-their menu changes each day and night-the experience will be different for each person.
During our three days in Barcelona, Cervecería Ciudad Condal was the very first tapas restaurant we visited -- 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!
Came here on the strong recommendation of a friend. Usually people recommend places and I am not impressed. This place really impressed me. I hope it wasn't because we had walked about 25k steps by the time we got there but because the place was so darn good! We got there around 630pm on a Monday evening got seated right away. When we left an hour later there was a line to get in. Amaya was our waiter and he was wonderful. We knew we wanted to try the following dishes: Razorback clams 5/5: I've only seen these in NY and had them stir fried. These were steamed and perfectly tender. Of the 3 pieces I ate, one had that funny tang at the end but the other two were great. Squeezed a little lemon on top and it was perfection! Creamy Asparagus and mushroom 3/5: Dunno why everyone says to order this. It was okay but nothing special to it. A good hit of garlic I suppose but nothing to write home about. Spanish omelette 5/5: It really tasted like a melt in your mouth scalloped au gratin. But the combination of tender potatoes, cream and light egg just melts in your mouth. Loved the little buttered tomatoe bread too to balance the "omelette". Amaya, our awesome waiter wanted to surprise us with his recommendations. They were: Suckling pig 4/5: I had wanted to try this and the first bite was disappointing too salty but when I added some of the orange sauce it balanced it out perfectly. Very tender but I wouldn't order it again. Prawn skewer 5/5: Wow. That's all there is to say. The prawn and calamari rings were so tender and the prawns were fresh and juicy. Cooked to perfection. Cod with "olivado" 5/5: This was the best dish by far. The fish was flakey tender and the cheese? with hint of tomatoes was all balanced to well. I thought the hubs was going to lick his plate! For dessert he ordered us the "torrija" which tasted like a combination of donut, cream, and creme brûlée. 5/5! The combination of flavors and textures in your mouth was sooooo good! We also had a half pitcher of sangria and some sparkling water. The ambiance is upbeat and even though it was crowded, it wasn't noisy. It's a very pretty space and fairly large. I would say this was one of my best meals ever. You need to come to this place!
Got this reco from a fellow Yelper. This was my favorite dining experience in Barcelona. Arrived at noon on a weekday with a party of 6 without reservations. The restaurant is quite large, so they were able to seat us since the locals seem to eat at 1 PM. Servers were very friendly and spoke quite a bit of English. They gave us a Catalan/Spanish Menu as well as an English menu. The servers mentioned that tables are available for 1.5 hours and then they ask you to leave. We had no problems with the timing as the food comes out quickly after ordering. The food - recommended without reservations Burnt Saint Teresa "torrija" - easily my favorite dessert on the trip, maybe the best overall dish. If a popover, cream puff, and a crème brûlée got together and had a baby, this dessert would be the result. Eggy-bready on the outside, cream filling, and a caramelized sugar crust on top. I saw some people post a picture of this dessert and label it "bread pudding". That's like posting a picture of the Sistine Chapel and calling it "paint on stone". "Cabreaos" style eggs - "angry" eggs - a bowl of shoestring fries + chile sauce + 2 sunny side up eggs - this is all cut up and mixed table-side. Eat it quick while it's still crispy. Grilled Razor Clams and Grilled Galician Clams - very fresh seafood, simply prepared. Cooked to perfection. Creamy mushrooms assortment - if you like mushrooms, you like this dish. Comes with an egg yolk that gets mixed in. Codfish with honey "aioli" - the fish has a bit of chew to it - maybe slightly underdone. Honey adds quite a bit of sweetness. Never had this pairing before and definitely worth trying. Recommended Chocolate with churros - 5 thin pieces of churro. The chocolate is one of the better ones we had on the trip - more chocolate flavor and very smooth (not a broken emulsion) Fried Mix - squid, cuttlefish, small fishes, padron pepper - the peppers look like shishitos, but they don't have any heat. Everything was cooked well, but I liked the small fish the best. These were ok - Lobster Rice - their version of paella? There were visible lobster shells on top. I prefer a more traditional paella. Green Salad with raw vegetables - served with bottles of vinegar and olive oil for
Visiting from out of country. This is a tapas restaurant. The food was good, we were seated outside after a 10 minute wait. There were quite a few people. The beef tenderloin was too raw for our liking and we asked to have it medium and they were nice about it. We tried lots of stuff and would recommend it. Just be prepared for the wait and ask for the English menu.
Food was excellent, but the service on the day of going was really non-existent from the time of waiting, to seating, and being served. The hostess had our party stand in the restaurant for a good 20 min after being called in ready only to realize our table wasn't going to be. Our server was new, day one on the job, at a very hectic spot which I empathize with. The selection of tapas and postres was well worth the wait though, and everything tasted great so would be back. I'm sure other experiences and future experiences could be better.
Unbelievable tapas in Barcelona and the place to be. The value is phenomenal for the amount and quality of food you get. They have all the classic tapas and a rotating menu of seasonal and special options. We got a little of everything and cannot recommend this place enough.
We had a lovely table upstairs and a very knowledgeable and helpful server. The food was excellent, we had tomato bread, sliced fried artichokes, and a spread, Brie, candied walnut and honey baguette. My wife topped it off with a crème brûlée bread pudding she loved with a cappuccino. Lovely place make sure you know the street names and number when looking as it is an unassuming facade. It's worth the wait if you have one.
We came here twice while in Barcelona. The service is typical Spain and they don't come by frequently, but once the food is ordered it's put to the table very quickly. This is an excellent spot for tapas. The wait isn't long and it's totally worth it.
This is the type of Tapas place I was looking for in Barcelona. The menu had tastes of everything I could have wanted to try. It was great, but the special of the night was the best lamb I have ever had. It was a toasted style with thinly cut potatoes and peppers with a sauce that tied it all together perfectly! Desert was amazing as well; but the "Torrija" Cremada de Sta. Teresa was the best desert I had all trip. A fusion of cream burly top and a filling wrapped in an upscale churro skin that was perfect. The service was top notch, freindky staff that were attentive abs even cut up our favorite dessert when we struggled with it. We ate outside and the rustle and bustle did not bother us what so ever. Highly recommend this place.
Fiancée and I stopped in here for dinner our very first night visiting Barcelona off of a recommendation from a friend. This place was amazing. The vibe, ambiance and decor were cozy and looked great. We were able to be seated right away and the wait staff was with us immediately. We ordered a few different tapas including sliced meats and Patatas Bravas. Everything was delicious! We also ordered a pitcher of Cava Sangria and couldn't recommend it more. Check this place out if you're ever in the area.
3 months ago
Amazing food. One of the most delicious restaurants my family ate at while in Barcelona. It was very convenient in terms of proximity to our hotel. All the wait staff we encountered spoke English, which made ordering easier. They have both Spanish and English menus. This restaurant was packed with tourists but we still managed to get seating right away. Very good tapas. The food was the highlight of the evening but the service was excellent as well. Comparable prices to restaurants with similar ambiance in the U.S. read more
3 months ago
The service here is excellent! Our large group of 10 was handled with extra care, and without a reservation! I asked about something that was not on their menu, and they had the chef make it for us anyway--sliced tomatoes with olive oil and pulpos with garlic and olive oil instead of the tomato base sauce it normally comes with. Literally everything we ordered was fantastic. If you think I'm being biased because we were treated very well and our party had a wonderful time, then go ahead and call it bias. But the fact that we walked away happy, satisfied, and will have long-lasting memories at this place, then they succeeded! Restaurants are not strictly about the food. It's the entire experience. My family and friends will recommend this place to anyone going to Barcelona. read more
whatever you're doing in Barcelona, make a stop at this delicious tapas bar. They don't take reservations but the wait moves quickly as you'll see the servers moving fast! Every tapa we ordered was soooo goood that we started and ended our trip here we had the classic patatas bravas, jamón ibérico, croquettes, bacalao, & huevos cabreados - everything delicious. for dessert, we tried torrija quemada, churros con chocolate, crema catalana, and roscón borrachín. The vibe reminds me of a busy New York diner, which I love, so if you're looking for something more quiet and calm then this might not be the spot for you. read more
7 days ago
I went here the day I arrived and my last night in Barcelona. Amaya was our server, both times we were a group of 6. If you have an open pallet to tapas and would like to experience this place, let the waiter select for your group. The first night he did fabulous, the second time we thought we knew how n what to order-we ended up with too much food. The sangria and local beer is fabulous. Also-their menu changes each day and night-the experience will be different for each person. read more
5 months ago
During our three days in Barcelona, Cervecería Ciudad Condal was the very first tapas restaurant we visited -- 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! read more
15 days ago
Tapas were excellent. I had the beef tenderloin, cheese burger, and potatoes. Dessert was amazing the French toast Creme brûlée item everyone is talking about is 10/10! Definitely would return ! read more
4 days ago
10 months ago
Came here on the strong recommendation of a friend. Usually people recommend places and I am not impressed. This place really impressed me. I hope it wasn't because we had walked about 25k steps by the time we got there but because the place was so darn good! We got there around 630pm on a Monday evening got seated right away. When we left an hour later there was a line to get in. Amaya was our waiter and he was wonderful. We knew we wanted to try the following dishes: Razorback clams 5/5: I've only seen these in NY and had them stir fried. These were steamed and perfectly tender. Of the 3 pieces I ate, one had that funny tang at the end but the other two were great. Squeezed a little lemon on top and it was perfection! Creamy Asparagus and mushroom 3/5: Dunno why everyone says to order this. It was okay but nothing special to it. A good hit of garlic I suppose but nothing to write home about. Spanish omelette 5/5: It really tasted like a melt in your mouth scalloped au gratin. But the combination of tender potatoes, cream and light egg just melts in your mouth. Loved the little buttered tomatoe bread too to balance the "omelette". Amaya, our awesome waiter wanted to surprise us with his recommendations. They were: Suckling pig 4/5: I had wanted to try this and the first bite was disappointing too salty but when I added some of the orange sauce it balanced it out perfectly. Very tender but I wouldn't order it again. Prawn skewer 5/5: Wow. That's all there is to say. The prawn and calamari rings were so tender and the prawns were fresh and juicy. Cooked to perfection. Cod with "olivado" 5/5: This was the best dish by far. The fish was flakey tender and the cheese? with hint of tomatoes was all balanced to well. I thought the hubs was going to lick his plate! For dessert he ordered us the "torrija" which tasted like a combination of donut, cream, and creme brûlée. 5/5! The combination of flavors and textures in your mouth was sooooo good! We also had a half pitcher of sangria and some sparkling water. The ambiance is upbeat and even though it was crowded, it wasn't noisy. It's a very pretty space and fairly large. I would say this was one of my best meals ever. You need to come to this place! read more
10 months ago
Got this reco from a fellow Yelper. This was my favorite dining experience in Barcelona. Arrived at noon on a weekday with a party of 6 without reservations. The restaurant is quite large, so they were able to seat us since the locals seem to eat at 1 PM. Servers were very friendly and spoke quite a bit of English. They gave us a Catalan/Spanish Menu as well as an English menu. The servers mentioned that tables are available for 1.5 hours and then they ask you to leave. We had no problems with the timing as the food comes out quickly after ordering. The food - recommended without reservations Burnt Saint Teresa "torrija" - easily my favorite dessert on the trip, maybe the best overall dish. If a popover, cream puff, and a crème brûlée got together and had a baby, this dessert would be the result. Eggy-bready on the outside, cream filling, and a caramelized sugar crust on top. I saw some people post a picture of this dessert and label it "bread pudding". That's like posting a picture of the Sistine Chapel and calling it "paint on stone". "Cabreaos" style eggs - "angry" eggs - a bowl of shoestring fries + chile sauce + 2 sunny side up eggs - this is all cut up and mixed table-side. Eat it quick while it's still crispy. Grilled Razor Clams and Grilled Galician Clams - very fresh seafood, simply prepared. Cooked to perfection. Creamy mushrooms assortment - if you like mushrooms, you like this dish. Comes with an egg yolk that gets mixed in. Codfish with honey "aioli" - the fish has a bit of chew to it - maybe slightly underdone. Honey adds quite a bit of sweetness. Never had this pairing before and definitely worth trying. Recommended Chocolate with churros - 5 thin pieces of churro. The chocolate is one of the better ones we had on the trip - more chocolate flavor and very smooth (not a broken emulsion) Fried Mix - squid, cuttlefish, small fishes, padron pepper - the peppers look like shishitos, but they don't have any heat. Everything was cooked well, but I liked the small fish the best. These were ok - Lobster Rice - their version of paella? There were visible lobster shells on top. I prefer a more traditional paella. Green Salad with raw vegetables - served with bottles of vinegar and olive oil for read more
Visiting from out of country. This is a tapas restaurant. The food was good, we were seated outside after a 10 minute wait. There were quite a few people. The beef tenderloin was too raw for our liking and we asked to have it medium and they were nice about it. We tried lots of stuff and would recommend it. Just be prepared for the wait and ask for the English menu. read more
Food was excellent, but the service on the day of going was really non-existent from the time of waiting, to seating, and being served. The hostess had our party stand in the restaurant for a good 20 min after being called in ready only to realize our table wasn't going to be. Our server was new, day one on the job, at a very hectic spot which I empathize with. The selection of tapas and postres was well worth the wait though, and everything tasted great so would be back. I'm sure other experiences and future experiences could be better. read more
3 months ago
Unbelievable tapas in Barcelona and the place to be. The value is phenomenal for the amount and quality of food you get. They have all the classic tapas and a rotating menu of seasonal and special options. We got a little of everything and cannot recommend this place enough. read more
9 months ago
We had a lovely table upstairs and a very knowledgeable and helpful server. The food was excellent, we had tomato bread, sliced fried artichokes, and a spread, Brie, candied walnut and honey baguette. My wife topped it off with a crème brûlée bread pudding she loved with a cappuccino. Lovely place make sure you know the street names and number when looking as it is an unassuming facade. It's worth the wait if you have one. read more
We came here twice while in Barcelona. The service is typical Spain and they don't come by frequently, but once the food is ordered it's put to the table very quickly. This is an excellent spot for tapas. The wait isn't long and it's totally worth it. read more
12 days ago
3 months ago
This is the type of Tapas place I was looking for in Barcelona. The menu had tastes of everything I could have wanted to try. It was great, but the special of the night was the best lamb I have ever had. It was a toasted style with thinly cut potatoes and peppers with a sauce that tied it all together perfectly! Desert was amazing as well; but the "Torrija" Cremada de Sta. Teresa was the best desert I had all trip. A fusion of cream burly top and a filling wrapped in an upscale churro skin that was perfect. The service was top notch, freindky staff that were attentive abs even cut up our favorite dessert when we struggled with it. We ate outside and the rustle and bustle did not bother us what so ever. Highly recommend this place. read more
2 months ago
Ambiance was nice and good was decent. Line was long. Expect to wait about 30 minutes to an hour read more
Fiancée and I stopped in here for dinner our very first night visiting Barcelona off of a recommendation from a friend. This place was amazing. The vibe, ambiance and decor were cozy and looked great. We were able to be seated right away and the wait staff was with us immediately. We ordered a few different tapas including sliced meats and Patatas Bravas. Everything was delicious! We also ordered a pitcher of Cava Sangria and couldn't recommend it more. Check this place out if you're ever in the area. read more
10 months ago
Ciutat Comtal was a restaurant that I had seen recommended numerous times while I was searching for places 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! read more
1 year ago
One of the best tapas place my friends and I visited while staying the week in Barcelona. This place is very accommodating for the space and time that it is opened until. Service was quick and no complaints. Food was AMAZING!!! You just have to try it - flavor is rich and has a lot of depth. It's more on the heavier side in terms of palette so come hungry :) The space was well lit, spacious, and was very nice for a late night visit. read more
Had a lovely time at this restaurant. Requested outside seating and placed at a table for two. Wait staff came over with menus took our drink orders. We chose from their Tapas menu ordering a meat and potato pasta dish, lobster rice, asparagus, sautéed mushrooms, and potato dish with a sauce drizzle. Every item came out nicely prepared and hot. All the Tapas were wonderful and we were glad we had a walk back to work it off. The server was very friendly and helpful. read more
2 years ago
This place is packed but the line moves quickly. On a Saturday night when the entire city seemed to be put and about, we were waiting outside for a spot, but seated at the bar area in minutes. Service was fast and friendly and then even offered English menus when they realized we weren't fluent in Spanish. We got the grilled shrimp skewers, grilled pulpo, Spanish potato omelette served with tomato bread and montadito with cured meats and cheese - manchego cheese, ham, chorizo and Iberico ham. All the dishes were excellent. A couple seated next to us informed is that they have great French toast as one of their desserts, but we were too full to try it out. Ah! Next time! Will look forward to returning here! read more
We had lunch at Ciutat Comtal & it was delish! Originally was planning on going to a different restaurant next door BUT Ciutat Comtal looked busy!! And you know, many times, if a place is busy, it must mean the food is good. We were seated within minutes & this restaurant is actually pretty big. We were sat in the back & which was well lit. Here's what we ended up ordering: -iberian jamon medium platter -bread w/ tomato (to pair w/ the iberian jamon) -beef w/ foie gras -bravas potatoes -cola w/ lemon -razor clams -pulpo -fried anchovies -Spanish omelette MY FAVORITE was the beef w/ foie gras! OMG, it was TOO good. I wanted to order another one but needed to leave some room to try the other dishes. Bravas potatoes are ALWAYS good, haven't had a bad one yet (fingers crossed haha). Everything came out quick & service was not bad at all. I think this place is a bit touristy but I mean, not complaining. All the dishes we ordered were yummy... the beef w/ foie gras is my favorite though & a must order! They did unfortunately forget two other dishes we ordered (salmon & mussels). Luckily, we were getting full so it was fine that these dishes didn't end up coming. DEFINITELY come here and order the beef with foie gras!!! read more
We went out looking for dinner and tried Ciutat Comtal after seeing good Yelp reviews. Eating outside had that European vibe with street performers, though there's a 1.5-hour time limit. The menu came in English and Spanish, and we had beef tenderloin, cod with honey, eggplant chips, fried anchovies, squid tentacles, crema catalana, and bread pudding. The food was average --plenty of other restaurants on the same street I'd probably try instead. read more
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Good and service was amazing. I would go back over and over again! This was definitely one of my top places in Barcelona read more
Just returned from a 3 week trip all over Spain and Ciutat Comtal was one of my favorite Tapa bars I had the pleasure to eat at. Nestled just off Passeig de Gràcia, Ciutat Comtal is one of those rare places that effortlessly balances popularity with authenticity. From the moment you arrive, there is energy in the air with locals chatting animatedly over delicious Tapas, vermouth, Tinto de Vino and travelers soaking up the atmosphere. We sat in the outdoor seating area and service was friendly and the Tapas came out fairly quick. This is classic Barcelona, the restaurant and food was vibrant, flavorful, and it was absolutely unforgettable. read more
1 year ago
Enjoyed it so much, came here twice during our visit to Barcelona! Lovely tapas restaurant in a great area - near Plaza Catalunya and Ramblas. Great ambience with a lot of seating, air conditioning, and a patio. They have the classic menu and a daily specials menu that as you guessed it changes daily. It features classics we all know and love like patatas bravas, cuttlefish, red prawns (so incredibly tasty!), and pimento padron. As well as interesting others like suckling pig with apple chutney and a grilled mix featuring shrimp, clams, and mussels. Try to go earlier as some of the more popular specials sell out quickly! Their white wine sangria is also very good and comes in two sizes (half pitcher and full pitcher!) Service is also fast! Food comes quick and they're very pleasant about it! read more
2 months ago
2 years ago
Ciutat Comtal was our favorite tapas spot during our trip to Spain. If you're visiting from another country, don't forget that on Spanish time, lunch is around 2-3 pm and dinner is later around 9-11 pm. There is going to be a big crowd outside waiting in line to get in, but the wait wasn't too bad. The crowd was a combination of locals and tourists. They have both Spanish and English menus, so don't be intimidated. Our waiter was great and gave us several recommendations. We liked every dish we tried! Our personal favorites were the Cabreaos style eggs (the potatoes are so crunchy and perfectly coated with runny egg and spice), prawns skewer montadito (so plump and fresh!), beef tenderloin montadito with foie (the foie gras is rich and just melts in your mouth). We also enjoyed the razor clams and Iberian ham with tomato bread. If we're ever back in Barcelona, we will definitely return here. read more
4 months ago
8 months ago
We were seated rather quick regardless of the lineup outside. The tapas are good but nothing that would blow your mind. Some of the tapas were delicious and others were just okay. It's still good to check it out and try some of their tapas since it's in the city. read more
8 months ago
The hostess gave my table to someone else when I was waiting. That was annoying. But I got the next table rather quickly. Other than that, the food and service were great. I would recommend the place. read more
Tapas in Barcelona! Everything we had was so delicious. Celiac in our party had no issues; staff was very knowledgeable as to what dishes he could eat. Four of us shared 8 plates. We had the grilled red shrimp, beef with creamy potatoes, mussels, green beans, cod and eggplant chips. We sat outside enjoying people watching. Inside has a nice vibe as well. read more
1 year ago
Great Tapas. They accept walk in. Place was really busy but food was quick. Reasonable price. read more
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