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    La Lola

    3.3 (49 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)

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    Steaks
    Kinnie I.

    Food 3 Service 4 Atmosphere 5 Not the best place for seafood paella. But I wanted to have another try of paella before my trip is over. This paella did not have much seafood plus the rice seemed to taste of beef broth and was so mushy. Presentation of the paella was nice, but taste 3/5. My friend ordered the pulpo - octopus. He enjoyed it. Another friend ordered steak. She had the kitchen cook it more as it was too pink, but she asked for medium well. After that, it was tasty. Another friend had salmon. She liked it but was not wowed. Atmosphere is nice. Restaurant is located on the top floor of the bullring that's turned into a mall in Barcelona. Exterior of the bullring with red and cream bricks reminded me of Cordoba's Mezquita-Catedral with its arches. Inside it's a mall with all the usual stores.

    Horrible steak!!!

    Horrible! Simply horrible. Steak was like chewing gum. Bread was stale! Service was horrible! Nothing but bad bad bad.

    Ansel Diama P.

    This place is on the roof top of a converted bull fighting ring. Very nice location in la espanya with great views of the city from above. The food is very high quality, the moment you walk in you are greeted by a dry aging fridge ah high quality cuts of steak in it. The patatas bravas were good as well as the fries topped with a runny egg and jamon. We even ordered the meatballs here which was of surprisingly good quality to where you can see the seasonsing inside the meatball as it crumbles apart. Great place to eat and it is inexpensive for what you get. Great place, my waiter even charged my phone for me. - Ansel Ponce Diama

    Chicken paella
    Mala L.

    I loved this place. Disclaimer: we did NOT try any of the tapas. But what we did try was excellent! - cava sangria - chicken paella - fried milk dessert This was my *first time* eating paella. So so delicious and flavorful. For some reason I always thought paella was a dish I wouldn't enjoy but Barcelona really changed that for me. Since it was our second day we were all about trying new things. We went with the fried milk dessert and it ended up being such a pleasant surprise. So good, not too sweet, and served with ice cream. Also, the service was outstanding. Our host and server were both very welcoming and chatty! We ending up staying for a while because it was very enjoyable. Location-wise, it's on the top terrace of the Centro Comercial Arenas. We kind of just stumbled upon it which made our experience even better. I would imagine all the restaurants up here are super touristy considering the beautiful view you have of the city. You pay 1€ to take the elevator up but we were told the restaurants will take that off your bill (we forgot to inquire about this at La Lola though). No big deal. I would recommend/return for the chicken paella.

    Get the Steak Tip Tapa. It's good! Everything else is so so.
    Andy P.

    What can one expect. Its located in a heavily touristy area. But for what it was rated, I decided to give this place a shot and voted for us to try this place. First off, the view outside is fantastic. You will definitely have plenty of photo opportunities here. They have an inside and an outside area which usually house smokers. We ordered quite a few items here, mainly their tapas, paella, and the skirt steak. Tapas: We ordered Sautéed Mushrooms, Beef Tips, and Potato Balls. The best one was the Beef Tips. It was tender and juicy, how a steak suppose to be. Chicken Paella, on the other hand, was quite lacking character and finesse. It was quite forgetful after a few bites. Now, to the main part of my experience... the skirt steak. I'm not sure if the medium rare is different in Barcelona than any other place around the world but their medium rare is equivalent to rare. Or at least that's what I was served. I literally was hacking away with my so called knife and barely sliced through the piece! I ask the waiter to have the chef cook it a little bit longer. When the steak came back, it was no different! The patrons next to us was quite concern and amused on how much effort I was exerting to direct this hunk of meat. They took my steak again and finally, decided to bring me a fresh piece which was satisfactory to the knife. By then, my mind was done with dinner and ready to move on. Overall, its a mediocre three star for their food. I would have rendered it two stars but the staff was accommodating with us.

    marilyn g.

    Good services great location (no moscow mule.) Food was excellent. Fair prices. Elegant. Food is good. Great view Will be back when in Barcelona.

    Denali M.

    Amazing panoramic views from the top of the old bullring building, inside it has a fun vibe, a nice place to eat and catch up with family or friends. There is a kids menu available and the kid was very happy with his meal. I ordered a glass of wine, an amazing salad with fresh goat cheese, and meatballs that were delicious.

    Racquel P.

    Our hotel is nearby and walked around the top of the arena. Our party of 9 thought the menu looked good. Seated quickly and a very friendly wait staff. However, the food is not the best that Barcelona has to offer. I have been here for about a week and I can tell you that this restaurant seems to be a tourist trap and the dishes were not flavorful. The calamari lacked salt, and the seafood salad, although filling, didn't have too much seafood in it ( a few pieces of shrimp, mussels, and I think imitation crab). I also had a bite of someone's paella, and it wasn't the best I've tasted. My suggestion is to come to the top of the arena and maybe grab a drink, but if you're looking for some authentic food, go elsewhere.

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    Diana B.

    Great view...great ambiance...really good food. I like the decoration and ceiling. The sangria is good. Menu is nice and you can order from tapas to pasta and soup. Bread is good. I ordered the entrecôte , their specialty and it comes with pimientos padrones and potato fries. It's a good amount for 12oz, cooked perfectly and it tastes really good. It's a must to order.

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    The food is great and the service is excellent highly recommend the aged steak very very good

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    Casa Varela - Razor clams with kimchi aioli ... I think. The translation may be imperfect, though the flavors were not

    Casa Varela

    4.8(58 reviews)
    2.5 km
    €€

    Food. Service. Ambiance. Yes. Yes. Yes…read more The first night we went without a reservation but they managed to accommodate us in a lovely private room. That was a great start to a delicious meal that everyone enjoyed. I wish I could have tried all the appetizers. In hindsight, this might be the way to go! The food and service were so on point that our group went back a second time (with a reservation) in our four days in Barcelona. This time we ordered the epic Chocolate Bonsai dessert to cap the meal. It had a satisfying amount of chocolate with textures and tastes that leave you wanting more. I shared this dessert... and wish I didn't The noise level was high but otherwise this one scores high on every aspect of the dining experience!

    My last visit was in 2022, but as of 2024, they've still got it!…read more Excellent food and service with classic dishes as well as many more adventurous options. Everything is beautifully presented and they handled our large group with ease. Definitely make a reservation, especially if you've got a large group. They may not have a Michelin star, but they're as good as or better than any place I've been that has one. If you're in the main part of Barcelona, it can be a trek out here (it is SO worth it), but if you're staying by the convention center and its nearby shopping mall, it is an easy walk and I haven't found anything else in the area that comes close.

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    Cerveseria Catalana - fried artichoke

    Cerveseria Catalana

    4.4(1.8k reviews)
    2.1 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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    Lenguado con calamares

    Cerveseria Catalana - Open till 1:30am?

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    Open till 1:30am?

    LaPepa

    LaPepa

    3.4(35 reviews)
    2.8 km
    €€

    Dinner at 6p please…read more What I wasn't as hungry so I went with a couple of tapas. I got the bravas patatas, peppers, croquettes and calamari. I am a sauce on the side person and so I thought the sauce on the potatoes was too much.. but once I scraped off majority of it, the potatoes were really good, I wasn't that much of a fan of the sauce. The peppers were really good, not too oily, not spicy at all, just right. I was not that much of a fan of the croquettes, it was a little too ham taste for me. The calamari was the best part for me! I really liked this. Environment Located steps from the Hampton hotel, it was very convenient for food around the area since the options could be slim since this is not in the city center. I love that they were opened during the typical closed hours, so I was able to get dinner at 6 or 7pm. There is outdoor seating and also indoor seating. Quite large space. Niceness of the staff Very nice staff - I was able to use my broken spanish. But they all spoke english and it was easy to get what I needed Dollar I thought there were all decently priced. The total for the 4 dishes was like 40 some Euro Yes I would def return here for dinner if I am staying in the area again.

    Walked in, was greeted by a young man who obviously spoke Spanish. My husband said "For two" in…read moreEnglish. The young man looked us up and down and said "We are closed". Mind you they had a restaurant half full of guests. We looked at each other, shook our heads and turned around. The Spanish group of three behind us were greeted and seated. Definitely a new experience for us, that is for sure. I have screenshot of the time we arrived, or should I say left.

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    LaPepa - Delicious wine!

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    Delicious wine!

    Portonovo Silvestre - Lunch

    Portonovo Silvestre

    4.1(98 reviews)
    0.2 kmSants
    €€

    Very nice spot for lunch. Has four tables on the side walk or dine inside. Really enjoyed a couple…read moredifferent tapas plates. They don't speak english so be ready to help translate or work through it, service was good though. Also seem to remember they were cash only.

    Very charming cafe with huge portions of fantastically delicious food and amazing staff! Came here…read moreon the recommendation of fellow travelers. They said the food was delicious and it was very close to our hotel near the Place d'Espanya, so we gave it a try. Absolutely awesome! My friend and I ordered the mixed paella for two (18 Euros per person) and it probably could've fed four! It was chock full of different types of seafood and chicken chunks. The whole dish was flavorful and satisfied like a warm blanket on a freezing night! The young lady waitperson was so friendly and we laughed as we tried to communicate with each other (she with no English and me with no Spanish). After we were stuffed to the gills, she brought us a complimentary plate of 4 pieces of olive oil cake and two glasses of a very tart brightly colored yellow liqueur that my friend said had a definite kick. When I told our waitperson that I don't drink alcohol, she brought me a glass of the same fruity base liquid sans the alcohol, which I found to be very tart and very pleasing on the palate! When I finished it, the young lady offered me more, but there was no way for me to fit anything else into my completely full satisfied belly! This place might look touristy with the menu posted at the door and its plastic covered menu inside, but the food and staff are wonderful. Don't let your prejudices keep you from enoying the amazing place. Might be a bit pricier, too, since it's close to the plaza and hotels, but it's worth it! The charm of this restaurant was a highlight of our day; made for a wonderful end of a very active day of sightseeing in Barcelona!

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    Portonovo Silvestre - Nice restaurant!

    Nice restaurant!

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    Cera 23 - Scallop

    Cera 23

    4.7(627 reviews)
    1.5 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.

    Cera 23 - Blackberry mojito + back to galicia

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    Blackberry mojito + back to galicia

    Baskonia - Mussels

    Baskonia

    4.3(13 reviews)
    2.6 km
    €€

    Came here on the first night that we got to Barcelona and it was one of the few places that were…read morestill open in the mall. There's a restaurant side as well as a "outdoor seating" area and we were seated in the outdoor seating area. There are quite a few tables outside and was pretty decent looking. There are English menus here, which is a plus! We looked around and since we were hungry, we ordered a bunch of things to share. Ordering and receiving the foods were pretty quick, which was great since we were hungry! The meat dish was so cheap which made us believe that it was a small portion, so we ordered some croquettes, mussels, and ham and fries. Well, the meat dish is NOT a small portion! The meat came with chicken drum, beef short ribs, and pork, as well as some grilled veggies and potatoes. That alone would have been enough food for us. However, beware that the meat doesn't really come with seasoning as it was really bland. It was simply grilled and served. The mussels were also simply cooked and were okay. The ham with fries were okay as well - the ham was really tough and hard to chew. The chicken and ham croquettes - please skip this. It was not good at all. The outside wasn't super crispy and the chicken was like a creamed chicken and it did not taste really good; the ham was a bit better, but not by much.

    Got stuck at BCN due to bad weather. This place was very close to the hotel is a shopping center so…read morea quick walk thru the rain. Great food and fast, attentive service & good advise on the wine list. I had 3 tapas all served fast: mussels, calamari & a Russian salad. Sea Bass for main dish cooked in the local style & with nice grilled veggies. (Note green chili was not spicy). I definitely recommend if you happen to be here on the outskirts of Barcelona and close to the airport.

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    Baskonia - Propuesta parillada- mixed meat with veggies and potatoes

    Propuesta parillada- mixed meat with veggies and potatoes

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    Jamon with fries

    La Pepita - La Pepita

    La Pepita

    4.6(648 reviews)
    2.6 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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    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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