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    El Cercle

    3.8 (62 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Wendy C.

    Great upper terrace bar area under large umbrellas. Excelled Iberia ham and potatas bravas. We had a bottle of Cava rose very reasonable. Great service attention.

    cannelloni (roast meat, bechamel, au gratin)
    Phoebe S.

    Lovely rooftop restaurant with a great view and delicious food. The atmosphere was really nice with the Kenny G playing, reminding me of home (my mom really likes jazz LOL). Each dish on the prepared menu was flavorful and exciting to consume. The roasted peppers in the salad with scallion were a powerful combination, and the fish in the baked hake was just so juicy. Loved the cannelloni as well; it was my first time trying and I was pleasantly surprised! Wish there was a bit more of everything :,D

    Manchego Cheese plate
    Faye M.

    EVERYTHING about this place was picturesque! The ambiance was spectacular, the food delicious and the service prompt. Waiters spoke English (not always the case in Spain) we got a lot of different things and ended with Chocolate Mousse mmmm. Seriously do not miss this place if you're in the Gothic Quarter. It's up on a terrace too.

    Shrimp & pasta dish
    Renee M.

    Lovely rooftop bar/restaurant in the middle of the busy shopping area. We stumbled on this while walking the streets. You go upstairs to entrance. They provided heaters which was needed. The service was good. I ordered vegetable paella which was just ok because it needed more spice. My husband ordered a shrimp and pasta dish which was tasty. It was a very nice atmosphere and great view for people watching. It was definitely more of an experience although the food was acceptable.

    Terrace
    Valentina E.

    Just around the corner from Sagrada Familia, this place is above a museum and has a lovely exterior terrace. It is nice and shaded, we were here around 5pm and the breeze and shade were a refreshing escape from sun. We started with the Burrata which did not disappoint, the server asked if we wanted bread with tomato for the burrata and we happily accepted. We also tried the cannelloni. It was creamy and very tasty, but was not expecting it to be completely filled with meat. Most others I have tried have a veggie / cream center with some meat but this one was all meat. It paired nicely with the creamy white sauce, there was loads of it which I liked. Espresso martini was tasty but a bit sweet. One draw back is that we were not offered the sushi menu, but ended up liking our selections! There was a sax player in the plaza below that really elevated out entire experience. Overall it was nice and I would come back.

    Patatas Bravas
    John B.

    Very chill restaurant with an awesome outdoor rooftop seating. In the gothic district of Barcelona with a lot of cool sights and people watching to do from up there. Can't beat the Paella, friendly staff also offered us blankets when the sun started to go down and get a little colder. Very nice spot!

    Great food
    Gary N.

    This place was just around the corner from our hotel. The 2nd floor terrace was the drawing point for us as it was a great view and cooler breeze. We sat watching the plaza below and had a great dinner. You can see some of the food posted. All were great and would go here again on future visits. The bar area outside looks very good and romantic setting.

    Jordan A.

    We absolutely loved the food, the view, and the vibe at El Cercle! We were seated outdoor on the roof that overlooked a cute, bustling Barcelona street. Perfect place to go for some good food and great views. Food (7/10): Really delicious food. I enjoyed the Rigatoni a la cardenal (with meat), which was absolutely delicious. I wish it was a little big larger of a serving because it was so good that I wanted to have more and more. We also got a few tapas and sides, which were closer to average, but somewhat accepted since this restaurant focused on higher end food, not tapas. Atmosphere (7/10): This certainly was no hole-in-the-wall, culture filled tapas restaurant. El Cercle was trendy and chic (especially the rooftop) with a cute bar and a higher end dining area. Great for lunch or an early dinner while it's still light out, so you can overlook the street full of people wandering. Service (7/10): Our servers were all super attentive and helpful. We were seated and served quickly. It was chilly when we went, so they ensured a space heater was near us and brought us blankets as well.

    1/2 portion Tuna with veggies some zucchini and tomato sauce. Not good
    Steve O.

    Not a spot to eat at in my opinion. Tourist trap restaurant that has you sitting in a nice square up one story so what you are paying for is the view. Our waiter was rude and unhelpful in deciding on a dish. They have two menus which should have been the red flag. A Japanese menu which the waiter said don't order from and a traditional tapas menu. I ordered the tuna 1/2 portion and the 1/2 portion of calamari wife ordered 1/2 portion of the octopus. It wasn't terrible but it wasn't good. Not worth the money.

    Amazing food!!! My husband and I had lunch in this restaurant and everything was perfect! Octopus and Chicken it's a must try in Barcelona!

    Natalie F.

    I spotted this cute little rooftop after shopping all day in the Gothic Quarter. It's very fancy and you need to buzzed up and even given a token to use the restroom. The views were beyond amazing and the food/drinks were delicious. For appetizers we ordered croquettes, which are priced individually, and the patatas bravas. For entrees we each had the pasta bolognese. While the ambiance and food were amazing the service could have been a little better. It was a little spotty in the beginning and the waitress wasn't the friendliest. Great spot to hang out and have some drinks.

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    Very cute restaurant, we dined on the terrace and the vibe was very relaxed and nice. Portions were perfect and everything was excellent.

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    Food was awesome. We loved the Japanese menu! The service was a little slow but still fine. The terrace ambiance was great

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    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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    Open till 1:30am?

    La Alcoba Azul

    La Alcoba Azul

    4.6(202 reviews)
    0.2 kmBarri Gòtic
    €€

    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)
    0.8 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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    Restaurant Pasa Tapas - Special dishes - Pasa Tapas de la Barceloneta

    Special dishes - Pasa Tapas de la Barceloneta

    Restaurant Pasa Tapas - Special dishes - Pasa Tapas de la Barceloneta

    Special dishes - Pasa Tapas de la Barceloneta

    Restaurant Pasa Tapas - Special dishes - Pasa Tapas de la Barceloneta

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    El Cercle - japanese - Updated May 2026

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