I loved this place. It was a special place to take close friends visiting from out of town, Pilar…read moreis the best and the food was always fresh and delicious. The environment was warm and welcoming - having lived so far from home, I knew I could go to the Gata Mala and feel at home.

My wife and I absolutely loved Gata Mala. The food and…read moreatmosphere were incredible. Every single plate that came out was magic. We loved it so much so that we decided to eat there three nights in a row. Pilar was so friendly and accommodating. I was very sad to see that it closed. I hope Pilar opens up something in the future.

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

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.

Stumbled upon this local tapas bar in Barcelona and it quickly became one of the highlights of our…read moretrip. We ended up going two nights in a row -- and would absolutely do it again. The two bartenders -- who seem to be a couple -- are the heart of the place. He's got a dry, hilarious sense of humor that sets the tone, and together they make everyone feel like a regular. That said, if you're easily offended or don't appreciate a bit of cheeky banter, this might not be your spot. But for those who enjoy a fun, unfiltered vibe -- you'll love it here. As for the food -- wow. We had the tortilla with meat (not sure what it was, but it was delicious), the artichoke tempura (I would fly across the world again just for these), the fried eggplant, and the meat with chimichurri. Everything was fresh and flavorful. Great food, unforgettable personalities, and a place that feels alive. Take a handheld fan because it is hot - especially during summer.

Wow! First place we tried in Barcelona and it was my favorite. Food was amazing and service was…read moregreat. Bring cash as they don't take cards.

Yelped this place after a long day of Barcelona- packing in what we could before leaving and Grqcia…read moreneighborhood was one of them. Honestly, I think we could have easily spent the day in this neighborhood shopping and eating. La Bicocleta caught us after a long 2 hours at Parc Geull and not enough fortification. We were starving! Staff was lovely and kind. The waitress even fixed the chalkboard WiFi password after we couldn't read it (she couldn't either). Hubby had a homey bowl of beef and mushrooms with gravy - said the beef and mushrooms were cooked perfectly. Me - the veg - had veggie/ kimchi dumplings - delish, and Gorgonzola/ pear fondue - rich but great - we were still a bit hungry so we split a tofu/ mushroom curry. So much fish sauce I couldn't get past it - pretty sure it was labeled as vegan. Fish sauce makes that a no. Overall sweet staff, fun place. I'd go back but I'd ask more questions .

Love it!!! They have amazing tapas!! It is a bit slow in the evening as it gets crowded but it's…read moreworth the wait! The interior is super cute and laid back vibes. Their food is amazing though, tapas I recommend: salmon, potato's, and chicken fingers. Def worth!

This place was solid. I walked here with my hubby, aunt and toddler after a visit to Parc Guell. We…read moreorder some tapas to share. The restaurant itself was small but we were able to bring in our stroller and all be seated. The patatas bravas were tasty and so were the croquettes. We also got the prawn special (Thursday) but I didn't like it because they were unpeeled. However, that does seem to be the norm in Spain. We got some watermelon for dessert and it hit the spot during a hot day.

I ordered a salad w goat cheese, bacon, and walnuts. What Ingot was honey mustard soup with…read morerequisite ingredients. Salad drowned in the dressing.

This atmosphere was so intimate and I loved that the waiter greeted us warmly. he proceeded to tell…read moreus that the cafe was owned by his family and his mom and brother are the chefs. We loved their diverse fixed menu which had amazing flavors. Also the desserts of mousse and crema Catalonia blew us away. If you get the chance to go it is highly recommended.

Fantastic and authentic food. The service was great and it was clear that it was a local favorite…read more It was a friendly environment.

Agree with reviewer who always has Pa en Oli y Sal. We didn't know what combo to choose so we asked…read moreour delightful waitress. The result was truly delicious. Also some meatballs in a Roquefort sauce, washed down with the house red wine. We were in Barcelona the end of August. Nice to find a place with A/C. Very clean and orderly place. We left happy. BTW, they played great music the whole time we were there. Wish there were a place like this in Baltimore.

From the owner: At "La Terreta" you will discover music from every place where songs in Catalan language are…read morecreated, either from Valencia or Catalonia, or even from the Balear Islands as well. At "La Terreta" you can taste drinks like "Cafè Licor", also known as "Burret", coming from Alcoi, or "mistela", a delicious sweet wine that we get straight from the cellar in Turís, where it's elaborated. We also have the tipical "cassalla", a strong and powerful anisette that you must try if you want to get the real Valencian experience!. At "La Terreta" you can also eat delicious tapas, elaborated in an easy and healthy way. We have, for instance, "Pa en Oli I Sal" , our attempt to get back to the roots of Mediterranean food. You will be able to taste different oils from Valencia and Catalonia, different breads and and combine them with cheese or cold meat, just the way our ancestors used to eat.

If you're in Barcelona this is a must eat!!! We came back twice and I recommend it every time…read moresomeone says they're coming to Barcelona. The menu rotates so I don't have specifics to recommend, but I can tell you, everything that I ate was delicious. Take one bite and pause to savor level of good! It's classic Spanish tapas and intended to be eaten family style. The meal is spaced as the dishes are ready so it's not overwhelming when you're ordering a handful of dishes It's difficult to get walk in seating and I would HIGHLY recommend getting a reservation.

If I could give 100 stars, I would. Every single thing about this place was EXCELLENT! The food,…read morethe drinks, the recommendations, the ambiance on the patio, the service, the value - all TOP NOTCH!

Cute neighborhood tapas spot when looking for a bite to eat with friends outdoors…read more The servers were very friendly and food and drinks came out quick. We ordered the ceviche which was not your typical Peruvian style ceviche and was served with pineapple, very sweet. The chicken wings had a delicious sauce and I was impressed. My favorite tapas were the bombas, fried croquettes (my favorite), and the cod fritters (Devine). The salmon with quinoa was beautifully presented and very fresh. The calamari sandwhich had a nice sauce on the side. All in all I would come back here!

We had cauliflowers with strawberriesauce - so tastefull. Salmontatar - really good. Canneloni with…read moreconfit de canard - fat and mindblowningly good! We drank a craftbeer called the other side blonde - perfection.