Don't even know where to start with this place. Yes the cocktails are beyond amazing BUT the bartenders wow absolutely amazing They made this way more beautiful experience.. the space is beautifully curated with excellence. Every detailed is thought for. Will visit this place every-time I am in Barcelona read more

Outstanding bar with outrivaled presentation. The drinks themselves are pretty good, but it's the imaginative presentation of the drinks that takes the experience to the next level. The taste itself is fairly standard as far as cocktails go (two shmucks is better in that regard). That said, a must-try for the experience. Go early to skip the lines. read more

The ambience and drinks here are fantastic! Drinks are tasty and highly Instagram worthy. My favorite was the Mediterranean treasure which came served in a treasure box with the drink inside a shell! However the wait times here can be really really long. I'm certain they keep a line waiting outside just to create a buzz around the place. We were two people standing first in line and I saw at least 12 people exit the bar before the bouncer finally let just 2 of us in. We waited a good 30 mins to get into this bar and I don't believe that wait was necessary. It's really sad that they try such gimmicks for such a great bar. read more

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Amazing place!!!! A must try if you come to Barcelona, and better if you sit at the bar. read more

A looong l'une by I'm gonna say it was worth it. Let the server help you choose your drinks - they are the experts. We had the Great Gatsby, the Legacy, the magic treasure box (is this what it's called?), Too Gun, Tesla and a chocolate martini. All were excellent and their pastrami is delish as well! read more

We came for the pastrami but left a bit disappointed. The pastrami platter looked fabulous - it was basically a deconstructed pastrami sandwich which I prefer so every bite can be custom made.. Everything else on the platter was good but I thought the pastrami was undercooked and just had way too much liquid smoke! It was the smokiest meat I've eaten in a long time! Same goes for the butter.. The potato chips were okay.. The old bay seasoning made it a perfect salty spicy pairing to a cold glass of beer. Theres's seating outside so bring your pooch.. And don't miss out on the not-so-secret bar hidden behind the wall. All the cocktails looked like a work of art! Service was good. I'd definitely come back to check out the hidden bar! read more

Paradiso - Simple menu! - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

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I couldn't have dreamed this place up. Some of my favorite things: fun cocktails, pastrami sandwiches, and things hidden in plain sight. With Paradiso, you get all of it. You can tell it's a bit of a tourist hot spot, but our Barcelona native host found out about Paradiso recently and has been obsessed, too. And honestly, it's worth braving the crowds and the line. You walk up to an assuming Pastrami Shop, that seems empty, save for a line outside. You walk in through their refrigerator and are ushered into a swanky cocktail bar. Our host told us not to look at the menu. He ordered us two drinks to begin with, the Mediterranean Treasure and the Great Gatsby. The presentation of these drinks just cannot be compared to anything else I've ever seen. So innovative, not to mention fucking fun!!! Plus they do actually serve pastrami and it's good and smoky! Served with homemade mustard that will clear out your sinuses! Highly highly recommend coming here. read more

I'm a solo traveler and was in Barcelona for 9 days. I decided to book a tapas tour the first night, meet some people and get a taste of the city. After the tour ended, 5 new friends and I headed to Paradiso, a really cool speakeasy in El Born. It was a Wednesday night around 9pm and very easy to get in - no line at all. We were seated at a table in the back and then the fun really began. The drinks were unique, exciting and delicious. I ordered the Caballo de Troya - a whisky drink served in a horse. One friend ordered the Great Gatsby - another whisky drink but with with a fun visual. And yet another friend ordered a drink called Into the Woods, which was special in its own way in that it was served with a side of ants. I don't recall 2 of the drink orders, but the coolest drink (both visually and literally) was the Supercool Martini - a traditional gin martini, but served in an exciting show. The service we received - from the front door, all the way through to our exit - was super outstanding! The server we had was lively, energetic and hugely entertaining - a really big part of the experience. As with any other big city, Barcelona has its fair share of good, great and banal pubs and wine bars. Paradiso is *not* at all boring. This is a place with an offering unlike any other in the area. Sure, if you measure the product as a product on a molecular level, you can get the same thing at any bar in town or around the world - and probably pay less (drinks here range in price from €10-€14). But the EXPERIENCE was the difference and made it worth our time for a visit. If in Barcelona again, or if friends are seeking tips on places to go, yes, I would recommend this place, at least for 1 drink. read more

Paradiso - Caballo de Troya - "Johnnie Walker Gold label macerated with baklava, calvados, liquer of figs, Sherry Oloroso and amaro Averna" - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

Signs up to a BS wine, waited for an hour and a half, never got a text to confirm, waited another hour, they let people in front of me who had just arrived, it was clear that because I was by myself that they didn't wanna put me at a table. Extremely unprofessional. In the end they let me in and it was actually a fun experience. I won't say the drinks were out of this world but the presentation and experience was fun. If I didn't have such as awful time getting in I likely would have given it 4 or 5 stars. read more

Great service and high end drinks done well. This place is as much show as a 3 star restaurant but relies a bit more on gimmicks than amazing flavors. Not that that's bad, just an experience vs a flavor experience. Menu reminds me of Dandyelon. Cool place, I'd come again but wouldn't wait the crazy times. read more

Paradiso is by far the coolest bar I've ever been to in LA. It's a seated speak-easy bar, so you will need to wait outside in line for your turn. This line does move extremely slow, and you'll be waiting outside in the extremely humid BCN night (assuming you went in the summer like I did). When it's finally your turn, you'll enter the refrigerator speak easy door and a hostess will greet you and take you to your assigned seat. If you're at the bar, you'll be given a menu that lights up when you open it. Not only are the drinks at Paradiso delicious, but they're extremely creative and fun in terms of presentation. Mediterranean Treasure: I love frothy egg yolk drinks, and this had a great balance fo smokey, eggy, and salty flavors. They also server it inside a seashell that is then placed inside a treasure box. As you open the box, they also light some herbs on fire to create a smokey effect. Prohibition Apple: I was a bit hesitant to order something with brandy as I was afraid it would be too strong. However, I was pleasantly surprised at how sweet this drink was, in addition to the beautiful presentation of an glass apple within. I would definitely recommend a visit at Paradiso for a fun night! read more

I would definitely recommend this place! It' was great for a party of 3. I did see groups on ~6-7 inside but it's pretty loud and small so I wouldn't recommend this place for a big group. When you walk up, it looks like it's a pastrami shop (and it is). You can order food and sit at the little bar in the front. You give the bouncer your group size then wait for a table to open up inside. My group of 3 went on a Friday night at ~8:45p before dinner and didn't have to wait at all. The inside is dimly lit with your music and an intimate vibe. There are a mix of low tables, high tops, and bar seating. They have a robust cocktail list and drinks are ~$8 - $18ish. The menu is grouped by type of alcohol and each drink shows you what kind of glass it comes in and how strong of a drink it will be. I had a bourbon, bacon, maple syrup whiskey drink that was really good! It wasn't too strong or sweet and had nice flavor. My friends had Cava cocktails that were pretty good. The service was fine. The staff was friendly enough though it took a bit to get our tab. I think by the time we left at ~9:45 things were picking up and it was busier. When we left, there were ~10 people standing outside waiting to get in. read more

Paradiso - Bourbon, bacon, maple syrup, and more served in an eggshell glass. - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

Super inventive drinks and pretty much a live show at the bar. I was wowed by the intricacies of each drink and the contraptions that they arrive in. My girlfriend and I ordered the Big Bang (drinks for 2) which came with a dry iced dessert smashed on our plate. It was a really cool experience, but as for the drinks - it wasn't anything crazy and very little portion. We were able to finish it in two sips. We then proceeded to order the Coral and Space Cadet with a sponge cake. Both were really tasty but again, nothing to write home about. I wish we came with a larger group to taste all the different drinks bec they do cater to all different kind of tastes and we went for drinks that we knew we would like. Overall, would definitely come back anytime I'm back in Barcelona! read more

Of course I come when Paradiso had just been announced as the #1 bar in the world! The line was massive. They said it would be 2 hours at least and they were definitely right...we ended up waiting around 2.5 hours. The BF and I would take turns walking around and coming back to the line. The employees were nice and not rude to any of the guests. We finally came in and it was like a whole different world. It's pretty dark, but the bar was lively. What made this experience so great were the bartenders. They were interactive and attentive to the guests. The drinks were all great, and the presentation was a lot of fun. Only docked off a star because it was just so claustrophobic. You are seated so close to the person next to you, but other than that, loved it all! read more

Pastrami sandwich shop in The front ... walk through the "secret" door and it's a special bar in the back. It's the only bar in the general area that has a line, considering there are so many bars , it's a bit odd. You don't need a secret password or a reservation to get in, just wait and hopefully it won't be too long till you can partake in this amazing bar. I waited about 20 mins. The place was busy but despite being busy, our waitress was prompt to get our drink order. The drink menu is very creative and the drinks look like a work of art. They are served in some amazing glasses/ props. I had the "presidente" which was a rum base inside a glass pipe topped with cotton candy. It was a strong drink but delicious! Must love aged rum! The prices weren't crazy either! 11 euros per drink! Considering the craft and time it takes to make a drink, I thought it was steal! This was an amazing place to grab drinks! Check it!! read more

Paradiso - The amazing bar - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

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I am so happy I was able to stop by this speakeasy one night in Barcelona. Came here on a weeknight but it was still poppin! The music was upbeat and the crowd was having a great time. The service was very professional and accommodating. Tried the drinks "bee delicious" and "into the woods". Would recommend this place for tourists! read more

Paradiso - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

Great spot, great staff. Couples, groups, even soloists. Fun and interactive, no pretentiousness. I skipped the legendary pastrami sandwiches and went straight for the booze via the not-so-secret door. The English menu made everything clear, including silhouettes of the bizarre vessels used for serving some of the drinks. First up was a bird (sweet, anise), followed by a metal bowl (smoky, herbaceous, bitter), finishing with a tobacco pipe (mind turning to mush at this point). The drinks were creative and amusing, but nothing that made you stop and reconsider one's place in the universe. The staff were wonderful, as were the other guests. Great atmosphere for a solo traveller to interact and have some fun. read more

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So I didn't have a bad experience here, I'm just confused at what the hype was about. At the risk of parroting all the other reviews, I came here on a Saturday night at around 11pm. There was a bit of a line that moved pretty slow, but I really thought it would be worth it considering all the amazing reviews. Finally make it in, and ended up being seated with two women who were halfway through their drinks, which wasn't an issue. I struggled to find a drink that I liked, as did my two friends who decided to disregard the menu altogether. I wanted the full experience, so I picked the "super cool" which was made at the table for me. I'll admit, it was a sight to see and everyone at the table was impressed. But the drink was essentially a classic martini. It was strong and well made but I kind of expected to have my mind blown. The best part was meeting so many new people as a solo traveler. I met two new friends that I ended up checking out some other bars with afterwards, and even had a decent conversation with the women we ended up seated with (one of them had live ants crawling in her drink - intentionally). Also the whole staff was very friendly. If I had to do it over I wouldn't wait on a long line, but if the line was short I'd sit at the bar instead of the table to watch all the drinks being made, since that really is the highlight. It's a slightly overrated "stop in for one drink" kind of place, in my opinion. read more

Excellent spot. Great curated cocktails. Very knowledgeable bartenders. Love the presentation

Amazing presentation!! I have had a lot of cocktails in my life and never had one presented like this. Beautiful, well thought out, creative and delicious! read more

An amazing experience. Bar none and must try. All drinks come with a story and the waiter will share that story with each patron. We came at 4pm on a Wednesday and the waiting time is about 20 mins. read more

Loved this place. Hidden away through a "fridge" door, is an amazing cocktail bar with good tunes, great staff and an excellent selection of crazy and funky cocktails. They take pride in their work and present the cocktails incredibly. All about presentation and taste. Excellent atmosphere! You will NOT be disappointed! I'll be back :) read more

Paradiso - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

4 stars for excellent service. We waited longer than I would've liked for a table, but once inside, the waiters were friendly, helpful, and efficient. This place is known for cool drinks and they did not disappoint. It is defintiely a place to visit for that alone. read more

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There is a secret bar behind a pastrami sandwich restaurant! The pastrami sandwiches are real and you can order them. But the real surprise is behind the fridge! Walk confidently up to the fridge and open it to discover the cute bar behind the door. :) They have some amazing cocktails with very innovative presentation. Like the Long Island ice tea in tea kettle, Kentucky breakfast in an egg, and Caribbean nights in a Bamboo glass. Everything is super delicious! Of course if you're hungry, you can still order a pastrami sandwich. read more

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Great cocktail bar with a drink option for everyone. The ambiance is very dark and intimate and the bartenders are great at recommending drinks! read more

Paradiso - Wall decor - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

Best thing my friend and I had was the Parmesan cheese dish. The best part of the whole experience was the architecture of the space and the staff we dealt with. However, some design aspects felt a bit overdone and cheap (the menu, and some of the drink accompaniments were plastic, for example). Most of the staff were all for ensuring we had a lovely time and stopped to ask about how our experience was going a few times which we appreciated (special thanks to the doorman and the server in charge of doing the bubble tricks--they were amazing). My friend ordered a drink that came in a glacier looking drink holder but it did not light up as it did on other tables and looked kind of weird. She inquired about it to One server and he told us there was nothing that could be done and the batteries were dead. Another kind server saw it and immediately exchanged it out for her (this was also the same server that performed amazing tricks with the bubbles). A few minutes later the initial server came back, saw that my friend's drink holder had been exchanged for a functional one and took it from her and brought back the one that didn't work, giving no explanation other than that she could not have that drink holder because they may need it in case another table were to order the same drink and need it? It was very disappointing given the price of the drink. Thus, I would not recommend waiting hours in line for this place when there are many other options (that serve more original, tasty drinks for fair prices) for little to no wait and a more genuine experience right down the street. I'd recommend going early on an off day when less people are there (you can ask the doorman for an estimate of these times) so you can see the cool set up but have time to explore other bars nearby. read more

Paradiso - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

You'll wait. For a LONG time. Don't worry about it...it'll ALL be worth it. #3 bar in the world, I can see why. This place is AMAZING. Stefano was top notch in his attentiveness as were the rest of the crew. Everyone seemed to love their job and have fun doing it. The drinks were artwork, strong, and tasteful. Amazing vibes! Amazing music! read more

This place was very impressive. Hidden away on a quiet street, you'd never know what you are in for just by glancing at the place from the outside. Be prepared to wait because this place gets packed very quickly. From a couple that has been to all the top cocktail lounges in NYC, I can very confidently say that this place does not hold back. Every single cocktail was creative, perfectly executed and delivered in a timely manner. I would strongly recommend coming with only one other person and sit at the bar. This place is not group friendly so be warned. You guys are a class act and I loved the music that you guys were playing. Please open one in NYC! read more

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Must go-to speakeasy in BCN! It located in Gothic Quarter, a little off the beaten path. The initial wait was a little long at about 20 mins but it went by really fast, prob because I was so excited. It was around 9-10pm and it was packed inside. The drinks were delicious, the staff was very sweet and helpful and the music was great! The prices are definitely a little high but for the service and presentation I did not mind at all. Sooo glad I came here. Definitely a great ambiance and highly recommended. read more

Paradiso - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

Great, fancy and tasty drinks, ambience, cool factor, and more. 4th visit to Barcelona and I'm just finding this place. Thanks to yall blogs and the internet. Looking forward to visiting this place again! read more

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Love! Love! Love this bar! It's the best speakeasy I've ever been to. The bartenders were legit and so nice! The drinks and snacks were super good. If you want a great experience in Barcelona, then go to this bar. We got there around 8pm Saturday and were able to be seated at the bar right away. By the time we left around 9pm there was line outside. I highly recommend this place! read more

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My friend and I visited Paradiso twice in the same week. The first time we very much enjoyed both the hipster vibe, and the cocktails; our Manhattans cost €8, and were served with a second "bonus" class of walnut garnish. Our drinks had a kick like a mule, and our server was fast and friendly - we were impressed enough to come back a few days later. The 2nd night, the hostess recognized us and led us through the bathroom into a "secret" backroom speakeasy. It had a whole lot less atmosphere than the main room, and the tables were too crowded together for my taste. We ordered Manhattans again. This time they were standard, with no "bonus". They still had the same kick as before, but when we got the check, we saw that we had been charged DOUBLE for the same drinks! Apparently, there's a "surcharge" for drinks served in that cramped little backroom bar. After talking to the manager, we were given a "discount" and charged just the regular price for our drinks. I'm not sure if I'll come back here again, but if I do, I won't allow myself to be "honored" with admission to that overpriced silly little backroom; I'd rather pay reasonable prices for my cocktails. read more

Such a great experience and easy virtual queue that made the wait go by supe fast. Definitely recommend!

Rated top 3rd bar in the world..really cool spot! Looks like a small pastrami joint outside and the line takes around an hour to get in. We tried 6 of their drinks, all are delicious some are strong af! Cool music but not too loud to ignore conversation. read more

This bar was recommend to us by another bartender in Barcelona. The drink selection and presentation is superior to anywhere else I've been. Highly recommend read more

Paradiso - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

This is probably one of the top speak-easy style bar in Barcelona. Hidden in the fridge of a pastrami bar, the queue to get in can grow quickly on busy nights. It's super popular with tourists, so it's better to go during the off season if you can. Once inside you will given a relatively small cocktail menu, but each is done very well with sometimes an elaborate serving style. We sat at the bar and enjoyed watching the bartenders create. We had one non-alcholic drinker with us and they even liked the mock-tails! read more

Speakeasies can either be a total score or gimmick. On the outside, this place is a small pastrami sandwich bar, but behind the fridge door, it's a chill Tiki/tropical cocktail lounge. The house cocktails range from 8 to 12€, but since there wasn't a whiskey-based drink that caught my eye, I got a classic Old Fashioned for 8€ (which wasn't bad at all). Even though the other cocktails were too sugary, I can appreciate their creativity and unique presentations (some drinks were served in conch shells and treasure chests). The 5-star was due in large part for the excellent customer service and friendliness of the hostesses and cocktail servers. And the interior is gorgeous. read more

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The great thing about this place besides its charm and exceptional staff is the equal parts of humor and pride that seem to go into every effort. I literally drank a cocktail that came out of a trojan horse's butt. In addition I got my Viking swag on from drinking out of a horn. The food is deconstructed and so yummy and flavorful that you find yourself appreciating hipsters all over again. If you are lucky enough to find this place, go early. Its spacious but the locals love it too so it fills quickly. In addition ask about the specials for happy hour. You don't mention it...neither will they. read more

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I heard about this speakeasy from friends who studied abroad in Barcelona during previous years but never got the chance to go until about 2 weeks ago, which has been one of my biggest regrets abroad. Since then I've been back nearly 5 times-- I can't get enough! I love how fun this bar is with its secret back room, light-up menus, innovative cocktails, and outgoing staff. The menu offers a wide variety of one-of-a-kind drinks in unique cups and even categorizes them according to type and alcohol content. The room is dimly lit and decorated tastefully with wood walls and bookcases filled with vintage books. I highly recommend this speakeasy to anyone looking to have a fun and memorable night out. read more

Amazing place, as you enter the restaurant you have to go through a freezer door. Drinks, Service, price outstanding. Good times. read more

Paradiso - Drunk in a box!! - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B