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

We came to Encercle as a recommendation from our hotel concierge for a solid tapas place. We came…read morein around 8pm and found the place quiet and inviting. Ordered quite a few tapas dishes; everything was unique and delicious, but the fried artichokes were really good and not like anything I've had before! They make their sangria with red wine or cava; we chose the red wine option, and I can't stop thinking about how refreshing this was to drink. Though they offered paella, we came in strictly for the tapas, so we didn't order a paella dish. The waitstaff were very attentive, and at one point after a rowdy group came in, they apologized for the noise, which we didn't take offense to at all. I'd recommend Encercle for anybody looking for a good tapas restaurant in the Eixample area!

Ambiance: calm, chill, not touristy more a place where locals come…read more We shared a seafood paella and a couple tapas...paella was okay. The color was odd. The cava was tasty and we tried a Clara which is a light beer with lemon Fanta.

Food: Both the chicken in the pita and shawarma in the durum were very tender and juicy! The pita…read moreitself was good, but not as fluffy as other pitas I've had. The durum was also pretty good although I would have to say that the chicken pita was my favorite - The chicken was simply delicious and with so much flavor! Service: Very attentive and polite staff. Ambiance: It's a smaller place so you may have to wait outside as there's a handful of tables inside. There's no outside seating. Very casual spot but if you don't want to wait you can make a reservation.

Second stop of Barcelona was La Caravana! An amazing Mediterranean place which ended up being Halal…read moreafter asking the staff. The food is absolutely delicious and I think just might be some of the best Mediterranean I've had. There was a small wait before being seated but they are friendly and helpful in every step of the way. Absolutely recommend as this easily reaches must-have territory.

We were delighted to find this excellent elegant steakhouse within close walking distance of The…read moreOne hotel in Eixample. Many restaurants are closed on Sunday evenings, but we were lucky enough to snag early dinner reservations on a balmy evening in May. As we settled into our booth, our waiter Marco stopped by for our drinks order while we perused the menu. I asked Marco if he knows what a Lemon Drop is (not every restaurant in Spain does) and he said, "Of course!" Boyfriend ordered his usual very dry martini, up with a twist. First up was the Mr. Porter focaccia bread with a hummus, herbs, olive oil and yogurt dip, a different bread choice from most steakhouses and really fresh and good. Next was the Taboon Roasted Foie Gras, which was flavorful, rich and perfectly cooked. We ordered steaks, peppercorn sauce and a side of the Black Garlic Broccoli, perfectly cooked and just wonderful. Marco was so funny and sweet and attentive. He took a photo of us to remember our trip by. This is among the best steakhouses we've visited worldwide. We will definitely return on our next trip to Barcelona.

Omg! If I could give more stars I would. Everything was to die for. Service was amaze. Our waiter…read morewas Stefano and he well deserved what extra tip we left him. Ambiance was romantic as hell. Loved it. Great conversation with the people who sat next to us as well. Drinks and wine were good. The waiter recommended them. I had the After and a glass of a full body red.

Loved it here! Adorable decor, great service, awesome sangria and the seafood paella was some of…read morethe best I've ever had. If you are visiting (or native to) Barcelona, I highly recommend you put this restaurant on your list!

We visited this restaurant for dinner, because it came highly recommended and because of the…read morereviews on yelp. While the interior decor is very charming, the food was subpar. Service was indifferent. We go the calamari for an appetizer and it was just ok. Nothing to write home about. We got the seafood paella and while it tasted authentic, the amount of seafood they give you is very little, especially for the price.

They really add a creative touch to all their dishes (especially the patatas bravas). It's a little…read moretough to get a spot here - reservation recommended, but I really really loved this spot. It was unique and the staff was super welcoming and gave us a free dessert

Loved this spot! Lovely, comfortable artsy vibe. Great people. I dream of that heavenly Truffle…read moreBrie!

Absolutely amazing experience. I asked them to craft a perfect meal and they did. Everything they…read morebrought was top notch. They were friendly and super helpful. Dining here felt more like eating at a friend's home than at a commercial establishment. I will definitely visit again the next time I am in town. They have the best cheesecake I have ever tasted!

Bar out is a small but amazing restaurant. Huge selection of wines at accessible prices. We…read morestarted with croquettes and then a repeat since they were so good. Their fresh fish is lined up on ice. They have the menus in chalk with the prices. We also had the beef tartar which my wife loved. Great breads to accompany the options. This is a definite place to come

Pasta like an Italian grandma or Nona would make. Pizza Napoli. Choices galore. Friendly and…read moreunobtrusive service, cozy and scenic appropriate decor. Duck your head at the entrance and head down the stairs to a dining delight.

Went here after reading great reviews on Yelp. Great cute restaurant. Really good pizza, great…read morecrust, great clams pasta and diavolo pasta and gave us free limoncello shots for desserts. Would be five stars except for weird Caesar salad with chicken fingers on it that tastes like frozen ones. Definitely recommend this place if you want a great pizza and pasta experience. Tucked away and off the typical tourist paths too!

Started with pork gyoza and takoyaki, gyoza was amazing! So fresh and delicious, takoyaki was…read moreflavorful. Katsu was fantastic, really delicious. Udon noodles are made right there and everything was so fresh and delicious. great service, would go back again.

As always good service and fantastic food. If you like udon , this is your place. Nice and quite…read moreatmosphere. Good sake. So it is a place to add to favorites

Five star service! Three of us came here and got seated right away. Ordered the dinner combo,miso…read moresoup, tempura and fried rice(they have sushi and other dishes as options as well.) Food was overall great and made with fresh ingredients. Price was probably the cheapest around the area, 12.50 for the combo. If your looking for a comfortable family dining environment this is def the place to go

Excellent sushi. Salmon is amazing and the child loved it as well. Highly recommend. Warm and…read moreeasy!