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Lev E.

Gorgeous restaurant, lovely service, and yummy food. Looking forward to trying other creations next time we're in Barcelona

Aside from food poisoning, I paid 166 euros/person excluding drinks for a slider I can get at Dog Haus and ONE(1) French fry
Su J.

I waited a week to write this review because I wanted to see how the Management responds after we reported being food poisoned after dining at this two Michelin stars restaurant on December 30, 2016. We both ordered "the trip" a 14 course tasting menu. This review is not about the food, although the food is okay overall, interesting presentation and service was satisfactory. However, I definitely would not go back again even if I had not been food poisoned. After our meal at Moments, we went to sleep. At about 4AM, my husband and I both woke up feeling nauseated. We started to vomit, we had diarrhea and suffered a fever. We were in and out of the restroom for at least 10 times. A night of hell began for us. How do we know it's the food at Moments that made us sick? Prior to our meal at Moments, my husband and I had different dishes for lunch and breakfast. The dinner at Moments was the only meal we had the exactly same food. Everything we vomited out was food from Moments, nothing from lunch nor breakfast. Also, keep in mind that our breakfast was at 7:30AM and lunch was around 1PM. By 9PM, everything has been digested and we felt fine. My breakfast was a cup of green tea and my lunch was bowl of boiled noodle. We wanted something light so we can fully enjoy our big dinner. On the other hand, the courses at Moments had a high risk of causing food poisoning as it contained raw fish, seemingly undercooked pork and other seafood. We were appalled and deeply disappointed by our experience at an establishment that's so highly regarded. Our last day (New Year's Eve) in Barcelona was spent in bed and restroom, we canceled all of our reservations and sightseeing plans. We went back to the restaurant and reported our experience with Food & Beverage Manager Hector Lugo. Hector knew we were flying back to LA and said he would follow up A week later, I followed up with the Manager. As expected, the restaurant would never admit guilt or liability unless a lot of people got sick. But this is what they offered as a gesture of goodwill, "we will be pleased to extend a dining experience consisting of two degustation menus at Moments Restaurant valid for 2017" REALLY?!!! This is truly an INSULTING and INSINCERE gesture. Who in the right mind would fly back to Barcelona to eat at the same restaurant that made us so miserably ill and relive such terrible experience in Barcelona??!!! Even if I do go back one day, I would never go back there. What a freaking joke! Finally, just because other customers did not report or didn't get sick, it doesn't prove our food wasn't contaminated. We are culinary explorers in Los Angeles and abroad and we have NEVER complained about food poisoning at any restaurant. In fact, a few days prior to visiting Barcelona, we dined at El Club Allard in Madrid, another Michelin restaurant. So our intention is not to extract something from the restaurant. We are fully aware these fancy meals are costly, we are perfectly fine with paying for them because we enjoy the culinary experience. However, in this particular situation I don't feel justified and I don't think it's acceptable. I am deeply disappointed by our experience and I urge you not to dine at this restaurant.

En patufet. Cabbage and ox.
Lk W.

I had the fairy tale themed tasting menu. I like the idea and the dishes looked pretty and true to theme but the taste of most dishes is nothing special. What really hurt the experience for me was realizing the table next to ours got a better waiter that explained the fairy tale the dish is based on with much more detail. So your experience is really dependent on luck of who you get as waiter. Also, if you decide to come, get the short tasting menu instead of the long one. The extra dishes in the long one is not worth the extra 40 euro or time. Omg, the time! We got a reservation for 8:30 and the meal did not really start until almost 9 and didn't finish until after midnight. The last 5 dishes are all dessert (which is really unnecessary) and the pace was soooo slooooow. This is probably one of the worst tasting menus I've had.

Christin Y.

This was one of if not the best meal we have ever had. We opted to get a la carte items instead of the Opera menu, and I think we made a good choice. The tuna was seared perfectly, the lobster was decadent and delicious, and the duck might have been my favorite. Plus the sommelier recommended the perfect bottle of wine to share.

Part of my meal here!  The pork is the best!!!
Skimmilk K.

I would come back here for certain things. FYI, we did not get the prix fixe menu because we had a hugely filling one the night prior. The great: obviously if you are paying these prices, you expect great service and it was wonderful in every way. The sommelier picked out a great wine for us that paired well with our food. The decor was slightly plain but very clean. The food was good but the "out of this world" dish was the Iberian pork cooked rare with tempura zucchini flowers on top. I enjoyed the hake with the garlic cream sauce but it wasn't "special" enough. The lobster appetizer was good but they put dots of sriracha on the plate and should have warned people since that has a burning type of heat. Another favorite was the spring onion tempura and the ham croquette which came as a little starter prior to the meal....both were delicious but the spring onion was stuffed with something and was unusual in taste and composition in a gastronomically good way. (i.e.-not something you can get just anywhere). The bad: the desserts were okay. The flower dessert was really lovely but the problem was that everything had already begun to melt prior to arrival. I advise them in the future to chill the plates so that doesn't happen. Also, I would say that The Mandarin Oriental which this establishment is located in needs to do a better job with its street staff. There was no one in front to help us find the restaurant so we asked a random staff member where it was when we arrived (and he was quite lovely). Also, there were no valets to help us get a cab afterwards. These touches would have gone a long way. Summary: go back for the Pork...I'm dreaming about it now.

June L.

Wow. Wha an imaginative and memorable night. We did the tasting menu and tonight's theme was movie night. All the dishes were inspired by famous movies. For example there was silence of the lamb and yes there was alittle brain. Not only was it fun but the food with the pairing of wine was spectacular. It will be truly something we remember !!! The staff was amazing!

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Cerveseria Catalana - Spanish tortilla

Cerveseria Catalana

4.4(1.8k reviews)
0.5 km•L'Eixample
•€€€

Stumbled here by chance on my family's first night in Barcelona. We ate early, arriving at 6pm and…read morewas seated right away. A line formed and remained by 7:30pm and thereafter. They did bus the tables to seat people with a noticeable quickness. They have a rotating daily menu that changes the specials each day. We ended up here 3x and each time had different foods. Some evenings we enjoyed make the others so it'll depend on what menu items you get each day. Food came quick, service was prompt, and prices were more than reasonable.

As an international traveling food critic and unbeknownst to the staff, the following is what I…read moreexperienced: - The host seated us next to a table of three self-absorbed, loud and obnoxiously nonstop talking late teens early twenties girls. - The food bus'ers attempted to deliver the wrong order to our and nearby tables five times. - The 1/2 order (three small slivers) tomato soaked bread (1/2 PA AMB TOMAQUET) was certainly not worth the €2.5! - The Greek Salad (ENS GREGA) was the worst example of such we have ever had (my party included an authentic Greek). The feta cheese was absolutely disgusting, it tasted like imitation rubber cheese. - The "Al Ajillo" Style Shrimps (GAMBES AMB ALLADA) had a very strange flavor within it, which overwhelmed the garlic flavors. - The Beef Tenderloin (FILET VEDELLA), she had to spit 1/4 of it out because it was too tough. - Everything was overpriced there for the value. If you are in the area DO NOT waste your time nor money dining here!!!

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

Ciutat Comtal

4.3(1.4k reviews)
0.2 km•L'Eixample
•€€

Starting out, speaking with the hostess, Karen. Being in the restaurant business for many years,…read moreshe is one of the top hostesses I have ever worked with or have seen in other restaurants. Under extreme pressure, she did an outstanding job! They are very lucky to have her in that front of the house position. Wait staff very good, food was outstanding. Extremely busy, very well-run restaurant. I wish we had a restaurant like that where we live!

Where to i begin from?…read more Probably the best tapas experience of my life in the city of tapas. This place is legendary and food lives up to its hype. We walked in mid day got seated though they weren't may spots available it was almost full. The staff was courteous to begin with. Took care of our stroller and welcomed us. We ordered a bit of everything from shrimp on bread, crab/shrimp on toast to their calamari which was super moist and flavorful. We also ordered the steak on toast which was bursting of flavors and cooked to perfection. My favorite was their fried eggs on patatas and crab. Just check the portions before orderding as most are small plates. The place itself was lively and vibrant. The food was a full 10. The food came out quick and service was fantastic we also got pics with the staff they were so friendly. The pricing is perfect not overly pricey. Definitely a must visit when in Barcelona.

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Tapeo - Bombeta

Tapeo

4.6(639 reviews)
1.5 km•Sant Pere, Santa Caterina i la Ribera-Born
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Some meals stay with you forever, and this was one of them…read more The food here was, without question, some of the best I've ever had. The foie gras was absolutely unforgettable--rich, delicate, and simply to die for. The sangria was equally exceptional, fresh, balanced, and dangerously delicious. But what makes this place truly special is something that can't be captured on a menu. The atmosphere, the warmth, the way time seems to slow down... words simply can't do it justice. If you're visiting Barcelona, don't just come here for dinner. Come here to fall in love with the food, the city, the moment, or maybe even someone sitting across the table. An experience I'll never forget.

My husband and I arrived to Barcelona late in the evening. We had read reviews that the food scene…read moreextended well into the night, so we decided that even though it was 10:30pm, we would still walk over to Tapeo and see if we had any luck getting seating. Well, the restaurant was cute and cozy with a great ambiance. With luck on our side, we found two seats at the bar and quickly ordered drinks. We ordered a pitcher of the sangria (because why not?). The sangria was delicious, refreshing, and made to order. It was definitely more authentic than what we're getting in America. We ordered the patatas bravas, tempura asparagus, the octopus, and the steak. It all came out as it became available. We couldn't decide what our favorite was, to be honest. We ordered an ice cream sandwich for dessert and quickly requested our bill. We didn't want to hold the staff up as we noticed they were cleaning the establishment and people were finishing up. Overall, what a great experience for our first meal in Barcelona! Cute and hidden gem.

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Pork ribs - worth another trip to Europe just for this

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La Taverneta - Anchovies in vinegar

La Taverneta

4.7(49 reviews)
0.9 km•Barri Gòtic
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While on a visit to Barcelona found this tucked away gem from another Yelp reviewer. Decided to…read moregive it a shot. Most places here in Barcelona prefer reservations but as we walked around town we couldn't pick a time. We settled upon an early arrival and lucky for us they had a table inside. Not very many patrons at 6:30 PM so we were immediately seated, table for two. Of course a Sangria for me and a beer for my travel buddy! Cheers. The beer had a lemon citrusy flavor and my Sangria was flavorful, both were very good. We ordered Hummus and Calamari, excellent choices, plenty to share and both were delicious. Highly recommend giving this restaurant a try. Remember service is slower than in the U.S. and our waitperson was the only one handling both inside and outside (only 3 or 4 tables outside).

Highly Recommend Everyone give this amazing restaurant/tavern a try!! You'll find a new favorite…read moreplace in town!! My first day in Barcelona and I googled great place to eat and stumbled on this absolute gem! Service was great! They speak English BTW The staff were friendly and very helpful! The food was some of the most amazing, fresh, delicious bites I've had. I ordered from the Tapas menu so I could get a taste of more flavors. The portions were much bigger than I imagined tapas being. These were my first! They created a great desire for more! It was hard deciding what to try. They had duck risotto on the daily special menu and I wanted it, but it was a full meal and I would only get to taste that. I will definitely be going back during my two week stay here in Barcelona! Hopefully I will get to try the duck risotto! Highly recommend!!

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La Taverneta - Ceps with Egg Yolk

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Arcano Restaurant Barcelona

Arcano Restaurant Barcelona

4.5(422 reviews)
1.2 km•Sant Pere, Santa Caterina i la Ribera-Born
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great experience with friends…read more we arrived at 7pm and didn't leave until 1030p, so that should give you a little hint on whether we liked it to not. ambiance - the entrance is located down a little alleyway. once inside, you are surrounded by stone in an old, cave like building. the lighting and styling make it a cozy space to enjoy a wonderful meal. the service - our waiter (Daniele) was on point. incredibly personable, attentive, and funny! the food was timed incredibly well. they gave us plenty of time to enjoy, instead of rushing things out one after another. we had a group of 11, so we had to do the prix-fixe menu. let me tell you though, the amount of food was easily enough for 15 people. the starters - these were shared with the table, but they definitely brought more than enough. crispy bread with tomatoes and olive oil pesto infused burrata with roasted tomatoes tuna tartare with crispy plantains brioche topped with Catalan sausage, truffle cream, and crunchy mushrooms each of these was tasty. i'd say my favorites were the tuna tartare and the brioche. the mains: each person selected their main. cod cooked 2 ways with trinxat (mashed potato, winter cabbage, rendered pork fat), iberian ham, and figs argentine angus tenderloin Iberian pluma (cut from acorn fed pig), smoked sweet potato i got the last one and it. was. AMAZING. cooked to a medium and was deliciously tender. others reported the angus tenderloin was good, but needed some kind of sauce with it. desserts (pick one): variety of chocolates cannoli filled with goat cheese cheesecake and berries ice cream - passionfruit and raspberry with a white crunch for 65 euro per person for the prix-fixe, this was a great meal to share with friends! drinks - very reasonably priced bottles of wine (around 28 euro per bottle), so we kept well hydrated throughout the experience. others in the group got cocktails and said they were really good as well. i've never spent 3.5 hrs in any restaurant, anywhere, but i would go back here in a heartbeat. i fully recommend checking this place out if you're in Barcelona!

We got lucky with a walk-in and sat at one of the tables in the front. The waiters here are very…read moreattentive and the restaurant is beautiful. We mainly came in here for cocktails and tried some tapas, but definitely will be back to try more food our next visit to Barcelona!

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Arcano restaurant Barcelona cocktails

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Taverna El Glop - Black Rice with Cuttlefish and Clams

Taverna El Glop

4.3(166 reviews)
1.6 km•Gràcia
•€€

What a gem! Yes, it's a bit touristy -- but in the fun, festive, "you're on vacation and loving…read morelife" kind of way. Taverna El Glop wraps you up in its warm, lively atmosphere the second you walk in. We were a group of four, and from start to finish, we had an awesome time. The open kitchen is a great touch -- you can watch the chef in action, which adds to the energy and makes the whole experience feel more connected and authentic. We shared a bunch of dishes, and everything was on point. The paella was rich and delicious -- exactly what we came for. The patatas bravas were crispy, creamy, and gone in seconds, and the shishito peppers were the perfect salty, snacky starter. Of course, we had to get a pitcher of sangria (okay, maybe two), which was fruity, refreshing, and just strong enough to keep things festive. The space itself has this great, rustic charm -- complete with checkered tablecloths and even an old cigarette machine near the bar (haven't seen one of those since I was a kid -- aren't those banned in the U.S. now?). I don't smoke -- smoking sucks -- but it added a bit of unexpected nostalgia and character. Service was excellent. I always make a point to be friendly, ask people their names, and introduce myself -- and that's usually met with warmth. It definitely was here. The staff were quick, kind, and seemed to enjoy the place as much as we did. Personally, I loved it. It's the kind of place you remember -- not because it's fancy or trendy, but because it's fun, flavorful, and full of heart. Highly recommend if you're in the area.

The best paella we had in Barcelona!! Highly recommended…read morethat you try this place. Their paella has a lot of seafood, the taste is flavorful, and the portion is generous. The service is also great. The manager (Aptiom) even allowed us to dine in even without reservation. When we saw the wait list...it is long! MUST TRY THIS AWESOME PLACE! For food quality, service, and ambience i will rate this experience with 4.8.

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Ambiance

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Snails to the Llauna

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La Pepita - La Pepita

La Pepita

4.6(665 reviews)
0.9 km•Gràcia
•€€

We were referred to La Pepita from a relative who said the food was delicious and a casual spot. We…read morewent to lunch at 1pm (when it opens) after a Sagrada Família tour. It's about a 6 minute taxi ride from there. We were seated in the back room with the writing covering the walls. The front bar seemed a little livelier but we took what was offered. Husband had house red wine (3.50 euros) and I had sangria (4.50 euros). Good pours for both. We started with the red shrimp (gambillos) in a lemongrass sauce, about 6 shrimp for 15 euros. Then grilled octopus (which was very tender) over mash potatos and snap peas for 15 euros. We also had a side of grilled bread (4 pieces) for 3.5. We also ordered the Pepita beef with mash potato but took home for dinner as we were full (18 euros). We finished with the homemade corn ice cream with carmelized popcorn and raspberries, which was very unique at 6.5. We added our names to the wall to top off the meal. Service was quick and friendly. Total bill was 85 euros including 5 drinks. It was our best meal in Barcelona so far.

Super hopping tapas bar and table place, the signature anchovy dish, ceviche, and octopus were all…read morevery good. The bar guy was very quick and hardworking. The 1906 or something beer was surprisingly good and kind of honey sweet. Cava was great with jamon. The only bad thing is that sitting at the bar, people will keep hitting your backside unless you scoot in sideways Need cash to leave tip : s

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My Fucking Restaurant - tarte caprese con chocolate caliente y naranja

My Fucking Restaurant

4.4(179 reviews)
1.6 km•El Raval
•€€€

If you are going to call your restaurant My Fucking Restaurant, I am going to visit Your Fucking…read moreRestaurant just based on name alone. And I'm going to order the Fuck Your Diet tasting menu as well. And it was fucking good. Now back to the G. Rated review... Bread with Smoke Butter. Smoked Butter is a beautiful thing, you don't see it in the states often, and for sure I would like to. It's a thing in Barcelona though, and I had it several places Raw Oysters and Grilled Oysters in pickled chicken soup. This was a nice two way presentation. I have to say I'm a fan of grilled oysters Burrata with seaweed pesto and candied tomatoes. This maybe sounded a bit more interesting than it tasted. Candied tomatoes kind of reminded me a stewed tomatoes. But burrata is always a good thing. Shiso Taco with steak tartare and horseradish. This was a miss for me. The Shiso leaf is getting way overdone at the moment, as it seems to be everywhere. It's obviously very common at Japanese sushi bars. I missed having some kind of crunch with the steak tartare. Maybe flash fry the Shiso leaf to make it crispy? This was all one texture Grilled Black Angus Hanger Steak. This was the best dish of the night. Smoked table side with a mini torch on wood embers, it smelled and tasted wonderful. Sweet and Sour Bonito with currents and radicchio. Hit all the right notes, no complaints here. Cuttlefish fried rice with Iberian pork. Had a beautiful crisp layer of rice on the bottom of the pan and the pork and cuttlefish went perfectly together as a surf and turf. It's Spain in a skillet. Passion Fruit Sorbet was a nice palate cleanser, wasn't super sweet, which led nicely into the dessert. Caprese Cake with Hot Chocolate and Orange. I love this flavor profile, which you never get in the US. The citrus of the orange cuts through the richness of the chocolate. Loved it. As far as tasting menus go, It's closer to 4 stars for me, but the place gets 1 extra star for the name and the vision that the chef always wanted to do things right when he owned his fucking restaurant. Now he does. Respect!!!!

We came here based on its gluten free and the reviews were great…read more The food was great! We loved the food & wine pairing. We went early before the crowd, once the restaurant was filled there will be a wait. New owners took over so same great food. Hopefully they will notice they need more staff. Loved the decor- intimate, modern & rustic. Cool, hip vibe.

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