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    Elche

    3.4 (54 reviews)
    PriceySpanish
    Closed 1:00 pm - 4:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Fried small squid
    Jing K.

    Great traditional paella and fiedo with meat options or seafood. The garlic aioli cut through it perfectly. Made to order and you can select the portion size per person. The fried baby squid was the true star of the show, crispy and tender.

    Mandi S.

    Delicious & staff is so courteou! the black ink paella is absolutely amazing! We visited twice while in Barcelona.

    Gambas Al Ajillo and cod fritters
    Neha A.

    I thought the food was great! I had the garlic shrimp (with bread), cod fritters, and seafood paella. Everything was excellent. I loved the garlic chunks and hint of spice in the gambas. The paella had all sorts of yummy seafood and the rice was perfectly al dente. Really yummy meal. The service was fine and ambiance was very nice. Would have loved it if outdoor seating was available. Overall recommend!

    another load of lamb
    Alexander H.

    After travelling through Spain and Portugal for five weeks we ended our Road Trip in Barcelona. Stayed here for four nights. It's been a while since our last time in the city. All we wanted to end our trip on a high note was some good Paella. On quite some guides this place here came up. Just a turn away from the Paral-lel. Had a look....looked a bit upscale, but the prices - for Barcelona - are very fair. We are travelling with our Bulldog, so luckily they had some tables outside where our dog was very welcome. The staff here was fantastic, really friendly with a smile. Good for a chat as well. Some only talked spanish, but we always got the orders right (we should prepare a bit of basic spanish for the next time in Spain I guess). After the first night here we were so impressed that we returned for the following three. First time around of course we've had the Seafood Paella. And it was a very very good one. Rice cooked to perfection, with some bite left. A great seafood stock as a base. Mussels, clams, shrimp and Langostines. Some red peppers (added some spice) as well. Great ingredients of very good quality. Not overly spiced, so you can really enjoy the taste of the sea with the wonderful seafood stock. Second night we went for some small plates: Salad (fresh and crunchy), Anchovies (the only average dish), Fried Artichokes (hot, crispy and tender inside, a great item), Mussels (a fresh, big load for little money), Tomato Bread (great side) and Lamb. And boy, that lamb was tender! And then the flavour. Hands down the best lamb and most tender lamb we've ever had. I wonder where they get them. The other two nights we went back to our Seafood Paella. As great as the first time. They really keep the standard high and the same. But both times some lamb on the side. Since not all pieces were the same size, some were grilled a bit too long. But still great. Every time we had some wine with (red Muga is always a safe and great choice). Again very fair prices. We really enjoyed dining here. Felt very welcome and we were'nt rushed. Really had time to fully enjoy our dinners and enjoy every last bite of the divine Paella. If you have space for some dessert, try the hot chocolate cake. Good stuff! We will definitely be back.

    Rachel L.

    My airbnb host recommended this restaurant for authentic food. I ordered the small grilled squid as my appetizer, seafood paella for the entree, and the apple filled with catalan custard over chocolate sauce. Ambiance inside feels more upscale and it's a wonderful atmosphere for a date. Everything was delicious. The seafood was cooked perfectly and seasoned well. The paella had such a nice strong ocean flavors. The dessert was a great balance of warm apple with the peel having a harder different texture and the custard was cold. The sweet chocolate sauce pulled everything together. Food was great but don't expect good service if you're a foreigner or don't speak Spanish or Catalan. They weren't rude but just didn't seem to care or pay as much attention.

    Bottled mineral water never tasted so refreshing on a warm night.  There was no black paella so i ordered the garlic rice with prawns.
    Toshi I.

    Elegant ambiance. Food and service was great. I ordered the garlic rice paella with prawns. They are more formal here bringing the paella pan to me before serving it to me on a white plate. The clientele here looks professional. I inquired before entering if our attire was ok and the hostess said yes! Although I was wearing a dress, hubs and son were in shorts. The place is small but I did see a large group go upstairs. I recommend if you are on a date, want a quiet dinner after several hours of travelling or dining alone.

    David L.

    Eh. There are better places to drop 60 euros on dinner (before wine). Maybe I'm just not a paella guy. Too much rice, too bland. Roasted pepper with eggplant and artichoke appetizers were good.

    Squid ink paella
    Mei T.

    This is an upscale restaurant we found near the hotel. The food was fresh and tasty. The paellas were a little too salty for my American taste buds. The waiter was able to make a nice wine selection recommendation. The desserts were good. Especially loved the baked apple. The custard dessert was not my favorite. It tasted ok but it lacked in presentation

    Kaitlyn B.

    We decided to visit this restaurant because it was our last night in Barcelona and we wanted good paella. My boyfriend love the paella, I thought it's was okay and we had better in the trip. There was also a a two serving minimum. I think the serving was $18 so about $36 for two. The garlic shrimp and bread are delicious; so good I forgot to take a picture:( Wine was excellent, most came in a large or petite bottle option. The service was great. Our waitress did not speak English and our Spanish is terrible but somehow she got exactly what we wanted, there was no mistakes! I suggest you go here for the garlic shrimp and wine, don't not waste your money on the paella, you can get way better for cheaper!

    Paella Mixta.

    We had had buñuelos de bacalao, and pulpo con pimentón as appetizers they were delicious. We got a complimentary basket of bread and we were full already when the wonderful Paella Mixta came out. The rice was flavorful and it had plenty of seafood and chicken. To top it off we ordered Tatín Caramelizada de Higos (Caramelized Figs Tart) ala dessert. The figs were warm, on top of a thin tart or cookie with a cream sauce (watch out if you have any type of dairy allergies), it was absolutely incredible. The service was outstanding from beginning to end. Not only were they attentive but very nice and funny. There are so many options of restaurants in Barcelona, but we are coming back to Elche before we leave.

    Mariscos y cockles
    Maddie G.

    In a bit of a quiet area, with outdoor seating unfortunately right by the dumpsters, but nice food and an elegant vibe. We came specifically for the black rice paella, and it was delicious. A little salty, but a unique flavor. The muscles were hands down my favorite dish we ordered. Bright and full of flavor, salty, spicy, and zesty. The cockles with artichokes fell flat for me, and I probably wouldn't order them again. I thought it tasted too strong of white wine, and too many bread crumbs. Our waiter also messed up an order (wrongfully giving us and still charging us for a larger portion of cockles), and didn't correct the error on the tab, which cost us $15 extra dollars.

    pate
    Rach K.

    Yum! Came here for dinner with my sister after reading a review in our guide book. We ordered the pate to start, got paella for our entree, and a weird Spanish version of creme brulee for dessert. The pate was decent. The paella was really salty. Granted, my whole family has a low tolerance for salt, but this was insanely salty. We drank a few bottles of water to keep from shriveling up and dying. Okay, okay, I exaggerate, but the deliciousness of the seafood was definitely overshadowed by how salty the rice was. The dessert was interesting. It reminded me of flan because the custard was so thick. I definitely appreciated the bruleed sugar on top of the custard. The staff was friendly and helpful and we enjoyed our meal.

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    Very kind staff, cozy and clean, had the cod and mushroom paella which was fantastic.

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    Cerveseria Catalana - fried artichoke

    Cerveseria Catalana

    4.4(1.8k reviews)
    2.2 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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    Cerveseria Catalana - Dining room

    Dining room

    Cerveseria Catalana - Lenguado con calamares

    Lenguado con calamares

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    Open till 1:30am?

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

    Ciutat Comtal

    4.3(1.4k reviews)
    1.7 kmL'Eixample
    €€

    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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    Interior

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    Calamares

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    Cera 23 - Scallop

    Cera 23

    4.7(627 reviews)
    0.6 kmEl Raval
    €€

    After seeing several highly positive reviews (from some Elite Yelpers no less), we stumbled in…read moreafter a long day of sightseeing. We were welcomed by the barmaid in the front and promptly seated by the manager. The ambiance is calm, romantic, and cozy, and the menu intriguing. We started with cocktails, and an appetizer of Iberian Carpaccio. My wife and I both selected paella as a main course, mine was the Arròs Negre (squid ink), which was amazing . Highly recommended!

    We had a wonderful family dinner at Cera 23 in Barcelona, the sister restaurant of Arume, and it…read morewas an outstanding experience from start to finish. The ambience is warm, welcoming, and effortlessly charming--perfect for a relaxed yet memorable evening. The food was absolutely delicious and truly authentic Spanish cuisine. Standout dishes for us included the tomato tartar, scallops, seabass, steak, and every single dessert we tried was exceptional. The service deserves special recognition. Marsi took great care of us, and the entire team worked seamlessly together. Melody, Jackie, and Nancy were all incredibly kind, attentive, and efficient, making us feel genuinely welcomed. A special mention goes to Nadia, the dessert chef--her talent truly shines through in the beautifully crafted and unforgettable desserts. Overall, it was a very enjoyable and well-rounded dining experience. Excellent food, impeccable service, and a warm atmosphere--Cera 23 is a place we would happily return to and highly recommend.

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    Cera 23 - Jamin iberico with bread.

    Jamin iberico with bread.

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    Blackberry mojito + back to galicia

    Cañete - lobster croquettes

    Cañete

    4.6(573 reviews)
    0.7 kmEl Raval
    €€€

    Wow, this meal was so good I literally made another reservation after we left. This place might be…read moreadvertised as a tapas restaurant, but it's much more than that. The service was excellent, our server spoke English and knew so much about American pop culture. He even sang NSYNC songs to us while serving us dishes. As for the food let's get into it: - Lobster Croquettes (8/10) We've had a lot of croquettes this trip, but these were on another level, get one per person. - Paella (7.5/10) Different style of paella from other places we went. It was almost like a paella curry, which was still rich and delicious. - Squid Sandwich (10/10) This is hands down the best appetizer I've ever had. The squid was packed with flavor and the mayo sauce they used paired perfectly. Order one per person, and be prepared to order another to go. - Garlic Shrimp (8/10) Solid entree paired with sourdough bread. Dip that bread into the sauce and you'll be satisfied. - Aged Beef Steak w/ Foie Gras (9/10) This might be one of the best steak dishes I've had traveling abroad. It was cooked perfectly, and came with a potato crust on the bottom and Foie Gras on top. Definitely a must order. Overall a great experience, from the service and ambiance to the quality of the food, this is a must try when visiting Barcelona. Would I go again? Absolutely!

    BLUF: not only one of the best meals I've had but also one of the best dining experiences I've ever…read morehad. If you're in Barcelona this MUST be at the top of your list. Cañete was booked out for 2 weeks straight, so we decided to risk it and see if we could get a spot as walk-ins; and were lucky enough to want less than 5 minutes before being sat at the "bar" in front of the open kitchen, which is honestly the best seat in the house IMHO. You get to see all the 'action' and interact with the friendly and often funny staff. Everything in the menu we tried was fantastic, but a few standouts for me were the squid sandwich (do yourself a favor and try it, even if you aren't a "squid person" the bread is fresh, and the butter garlic sauce they use should be sold in bottles at the supermarket), the lobster croquet was refreshing, and the aged beef steak with foie and truffle sauce was delicious and cooked to perfection.

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    Cañete - Packed with locals - Faiyoh!! (Uncle Roger)

    Packed with locals - Faiyoh!! (Uncle Roger)

    Cañete - Lobster croquettes

    Lobster croquettes

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    La Pepita - La Pepita

    La Pepita

    4.6(649 reviews)
    2.8 kmGràcia
    €€

    Cool little place for tapas. We had the La Pepita which was steak with bashed potatoes, deep fried…read moreeggplant, calamari with Kim chi sauce, pan con tomato, and a much needed green salad! Service was excellent even though they were super busy even at opening time at 1:00p. Reservations highly recommended!

    Wandering around Gràcia in late August can be a bit of an adventure -- so many local spots close…read morefor holiday that finding a place that's actually open becomes its own challenge. After discovering that our first three choices were all shuttered, we ended up at La Pepita by default. Thankfully, it turned out to be a great find. We stopped in late in the afternoon, when the pace was relaxed but the energy still lively. The space had a fun, casual vibe -- the kind of place that feels effortlessly cool without trying too hard. The service was friendly and quick, and the staff seemed to genuinely enjoy what they do. We ordered a few snacks and drinks, all of which hit the spot. Everything was flavorful, nicely presented, and perfect for sharing. Even though it wasn't quite the dinner rush, there was a steady flow of people, which tells me it's a popular spot year-round, not just a backup when others are closed. Overall, La Pepita was a happy surprise on an August afternoon -- great atmosphere, good food and drinks, and the kind of easygoing charm that makes you want to linger a little longer. Would absolutely go back. 4.5 Stars

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    La Pepita - The walls!

    The walls!

    La Pepita - Iberian croquettes + grilled octopus with green beans, scallion and lemongrass - absolutely delicious!!

    Iberian croquettes + grilled octopus with green beans, scallion and lemongrass - absolutely delicious!!

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