Review for only the self-guided tour of the Palau itself, we did not see a show. Phenomenal design…read moreand accents in this colorful, mosaic-covered masterpiece. Easily as worthy as its many heritage counterpart structures in this bountiful city of wondrous architecture, it still seems like a hidden gem that gets overlooked amidst multiple world heritage sites. It is not just a beautiful building, it is one of the most photo-worthy UNESCO sites in town. Gorgeously preserved seats, wood, sculptures, stained glass, historic cafe, and don't miss those yummy balcony columns outside! There is much to love here, but if you are short on time and can only snap photos and move along, you can see it all in 20 minutes. Squeeze it in. It's one of the most beautiful buildings you've never heard of.

This place is absolutely stunning -- the architecture, the colors, the detail... just wow…read more Definitely one of the most beautiful buildings I saw in Barcelona. I was a little disappointed that during the night performance, the patio area with the famous mosaic columns was completely closed off. It's one of the highlights of the building, and I was really hoping to see it lit up at night. Apparently, it's only open during day tours, which is kind of a bummer if you're only going for a show. Also, heads up -- the main photo you see everywhere is taken from the upstairs balcony seats, so if that's the view you want, book accordingly.

Great evening here. No cover with a minimum 6 euro drink tab. It gets uncomfortably crowded and…read morehot. Not bad for the price and even though it was an open jazz jam night, there were talented musicians. Note,not ever eve. has live music.

GREAT LIVE MUSIC VENUE: You can expect live music of some sort just about every night here. There…read moreis a weekly schedule of open mics, jam sessions, one to four piece bands that perform here. Great ambiance and attentive crowds that actually come to listen to the music rather than carry o their own conversations.

Back again during my March 2026 Barcelona trip. Came by on a Monday around 7:30 pm. Place wasn't…read morebusy and the music downstairs hadn't started. I ordered their Imperial IPA, Almogavers (10.90 euros). Beer was good. Service was friendly and efficient like my past visits.

Small joint. Tapas, coffee, booze. Interesting…read moredecor.,service a bit indifferent. Crowded. Cheap. ............

On the plus side: It's walking distance for me. On the…read morenegative side: It's expensive. The first time i went, it was 3 Euros for an Estrella. The second time I went, they charged my friend 4.50Euros for that same Estrella. I think they just arbitrarily charge what they think you'd pay. The sound system was good & loud (take earplugs) in this intimate little club. I had fun... but i guess it depends on the event. I wouldn't just go on a random night - but if there's some band or event I want to see, I'll definitely go. The bathrooms upstairs have non functioning sinks (ladies bathroom), and you may need to bring your own tissues, as the TP wasn't stocked the first time I went.

Sala Becool has a quasar like feel to it, added to by the slowly rotating dance floor. In contrast…read moreto the downstairs where the music is usually loud and electronic, upstairs is altogether more laid back affair of mostly indie and 80 s. Its a nice counter balance. http://www.bestofbcn.com/club/sala-becool

Nice small (capacity about 500) venue with great gigs every now and then. Location on the Yelp-map…read moreis WRONG! Check their website for the right location (very central, just about 20 metres into the Rambla de Catalunya if you come from the Plaça de Catalunya).

Nasty Mondays at Sala Apolo are an experience. More an experience for anyone not old enough to know…read morewhat a landline is, but an experience nonetheless. Wanted to do something semi local and not a night club on a Monday, so did some digging and Nasty Mondays popped up. A bartender said she loved the venue on Sunday nights so that was green light enough for me. There were two lines upon arrival and I'm not entirely sure what the difference between the two was, but somehow my pal and I were the last to be shuffled in via the fast moving line. We still had to pay a cover but it was the price of a drink and included a drink, so win/win all around. It's a pretty spacious venue with an upstairs and downstairs and some haphazardly roped off VIP section for people with bottle service (which seems unnecessary given the music selection and vibe of the evening). The music was a mix between rock and '80s, which is not my fave but the kiddos seemed to enjoy it. It gets packed quickly and the "Nasty" part is when these two DJs get on stage and do some interesting theatrics before they start spinning. Entertaining, definitely. The music stayed relatively the same and while it was a little more upbeat because of the energy from the stage, it got late and I grew more tired instead of "let's rage." I wouldn't recommend it highly but I also wouldn't not recommend it. You know?

I went for the famous "Nasty Monday" and it certainly didn't disappoint! It's so packed for a…read moreMonday night! The party runs every week from around 2am to 6am (nightlife of Barcelona starts super late). Entrance fee was 16 euros with a free drink. The alcohol was of really bad quality. Literally got a stomach ache a few hours later, but the music was impressive! They mainly played famous American rock songs. Your guilty pleasure songs might very well be on the list. Very danceable and fun. The crowd was pretty amazing. You could definitely hit up some convos with strangers from all over the world. Too packed close to the main stage but there were some good spots up the terrace. There was another scene down the basement playing the "nasty bass". They're DJing some EDM and electro. Honestly, the beats were not bad at all, even though we didn't know any of the music.

They change their menu on a regular basis. We came here for lunch and they had a set menu $13 that…read moreinclude 2 small plates, drink, and dessert. We ordered 3 person meals including the veal with fries, meatball with apple/pear sauce, babaganouish, and pasta with tomato sauce. For dessert, we got the cheesecake, flan with coconut, and yogurt with honey. Service was good. Food was well flavored. It's not a bad choice for lunch!

Walking along the street and hungry. Stumbled into Sifó. So happy we did. Excellent experience…read more The interior was inviting but I was put off because they only offered the Menu del Dia for €11.90 (pick 2 of 6 items, plus dessert) and I am just not that guy. Well, they made me a fan. Nicolas, our waiter, provided very good service and helped us make decisions. Wine: (not included in the menu) Roura Xarel-lo €14. Went well with the food. Food: * Tracie - Green salad with tomatoes and bleu cheese. She ate 100%. * Dave - Egg & Potato salad with a sweet mustard mayo. Hearty. Delicious and very filling. * Tracie - Chicken breast stuffed with cheese and mushrooms. A large portion. Rich flavors. * Dave - Pork with rice. The rice was cold and had lemon in it. Refreshing. The pork was tender. I ate it all. * Dessert - Pear-Apple Crumble. I added a shot of blueberry Patxaran to go with it while Tracie had coffee. + Music - soothing jazz. + Flatware - medium weight Comas. + Wi-Fi - very fast. + Rear dining room has a tiny garden in the back. - Paper napkins. €40.45 for lunch for 2. Excellent value.

El Nostre Racó is definitely for the more discerning traveler. If slamming shots in a gimmicky…read moreIrish, or international bar and listening to generic chart music is your thing then you should give this place a wide berth. Film nights, readings, music recitals, it has the feel somewhat of a socialist workers club, and that s no pretense either - it was set up in 1975 as a space for bohemian revelries, where artists could meet, drink the home-brewed Tisana (a Cava-based concoction) and play one of the guitars hanging on the walls. All of which can still be done today: Its not many bars where patrons are encouraged to strike up impromptu sessions and bang away at an out of tune piano. The surroundings are suitably off beat, but whereas other bars strive to be quirky El Nostre Racó has the rarest quality of all, authenticity. http://www.bestofbcn.com/bar/el-nostre-rac