Beautiful to the eyes, the palate and all the senses. No matter how social I am, I also love eating alone because that means I don't spend my time talking as usual but enjoying every single bite slowly and taking photos of the pretty dishes. Being my last night in Barcelona before flying back to the US I was not in the mood of a lavish dinner. However, considering that Merkado was the restaurant of the hotel and, after all, is not nice to go to bed with empty stomach, I decided to try it out. Not the usual 'hotel food' you might be used to!
This was a total solo pleasure, I just had 3 items but fully enjoyed and wonderful. I was ready to order the full menu of tapas but the waiter was very nice to advise against it as it would be too much for me (I was expecting really small tapas). The little pulpitos conquered my heart, so tender and delicious. Having an orchid in a vase just for you...another delight for the eyes. Surprise surprise the price was pretty moderate for being a restaurant located in a fancy hotel and the great quality and service. read more