Heard about the speakeasy across the street from Cal Pep (amazing traditional Catalan food) and enjoyed it so much we came back the next night for the drinks our livers couldn't handle the first night. The menu is well organized and smart with a scale of the booziness of each drink. Each cocktail was elaborate with its creativity and the fun and engaging bartenders put on a show mixing each. Rocks drinks were strained at arm's length, mixers were thrown and caught behind their backs. Fun. English is spoken fluently, and the atmosphere welcomes tourists to mingle with each other and marvel and the inventive and pretty drinks. read more

I'd actually give the Pastrami Sandwich 5 stars at the deli front!! Loved the speakeasy concept, the drinks were 5 stars but the decoder glass menus and other drink charades were just too campy for a serious place. It would have made more sense to make the menu clandestine instead of using the decoder glass to see animals on the menu like a 21st century Highlights Magazine! That was too silly. The atmosphere was a little contrived as well, it is not a very social place! It almost feels that you are renting a stool or two for a couple drinks and then you leave. But the drinks were amazing and the service was impeccable, but if i went back it would be for the Pastrami sandwich. We went to Katz Deli the moment we landed craving more good pastrami!!!! read more

Cute little cocktail bar with great music. Presentations and ambiance made for a perfect date night! Very friendly bartenders too!

This place, is wild, kind of awesome, really pricey and may be a tourist trap, but I don't really care - it was an experience, that's for sure. You walk in through what looks like a butchers shop (we definitely thought we were in the wrong place), then you enter a highly active cocktail bar. The menu is insane - you don't know where to look first and once you start seeing everyone else's drinks, you start getting excited. I went with a basic champagne negroni, but my fiance got the trojan horse drink which is a whole experience in itself and makes for some hilarious photos. It's a cool experiece, but be prepared to pay! read more

We had an incredibly personalized experience at Paradiso. We had such a wonderful experience we came back for a second night and had our bartenders customizing drinks to our taste- although by their vast array of unique and exquisite choices, it would be difficult not to find something for your taste. Innovative cocktails with tailored experience makes this unique spot a can't miss! read more

Fun place to go to get beautifully crafted cocktails. The drinks are easy to sip which makes them deadly. This place does get packed quickly. Luckily, we were able to grab two seats at the bar right when we walked in. The bartenders were all very nice and drinks came promptly. Don't get carried away or you'll end up on the bathroom floor. read more

Paradiso - Samurai Sword and the Peruvian - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

This is a great cocktail bar! You walk in and see the Pastrami Sandwich Shop in the front, then you walk through the large freezer door and there's a cocktail bar. The bar itself was beautiful. The staff was very friendly. The menu is impressive with lots of options. But what really sets this bar apart from other cocktail bars is the presentation of the drinks. When each cocktail comes out, it's like piece of artwork which makes the experience even more exciting. We also ordered a sandwich (yes, the Pastrami Sandwich Shop is actually a sandwich shop) and it was delicious! read more

Paradiso - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

This is such an incredible EXPERIENCE! The drinks are intricately made and presented - there wasn't one drink at the table that we didn't love. We actually came back here the next night too! The service is super lovely and the bartenders were great to talk to. This was my favorite bar in Barcelona! read more

Overly kitsch, unoriginal--and despite making it (at one point) on the worlds 50 best bars list--this place is quite literally / quite unapologetically: Disney world, without charm. read more

Thus far my favorite bar in Barcelona, creative with flavors and presentations. I've been there 2x times and both times around 7 pm, no lines, after 8 you will have to wait a while, so choose if you come there for people watching or tasting :) read more

valentino, gianluca, daniele are absolute gods read more

Paradiso - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

Innovative with a lot of showmanship when it comes to presentation. The cocktails themselves are average and the service we experienced was poor. Just as an example, we had to ask for the menu 4 times for our second drink, they probably need more staff. To their credit, it was packed on Monday night with good music. The pricing was great with an average of 12 euros per drink which is spectacular compared to D.C or New York. read more

Always love to hit this spot up when in BCN. You can not go wrong! Just walk into the fridge.

Went here on my last day in Barcelona, glad I did! The presentation of everything, the entrance, ambiance and menu/drinks were phenomenal. The sections are communal - I assume due to the large volume of people that come. There isn't a large selection for vegetarians (two items, bread and olives) but I suppose that is because this establishment is geared towards its drinks. I ordered three drinks in total, the mare punch, the calipso and the Mediterranean treasure. The latter I did not end up finishing as it wasn't suited to my tastes (which I knew when I ordered but wanted to try something different). All in all a great experience and I definitely recommend for a night out in spain! read more

Lotsa chatter about this ex-Worlds 50 Best bars joint. After you pass through the cute, if a little clichéd "hidden" entrance through some old wooden ice box doors you enter what appears to be the belly of Moby Dick - wooden rib cage and dim red lights abound. You're quite briskly shuffled to some nook or cranny that the hostess deems appropriate and are handed menus, which when opened glow bright and fluorescent like an iPad screen. Paradiso's stock drink selection is innovative and well described with ingredients, glassware, general alcohol strength and flavor profiles all described, prices are very fair. The bartenders or mixologists seem skilled are are prompt, with some typical flash and flamboyance. Biggest complaints and failings are the service - our hostess seemed unaware and disorganized - When our group of four was initially shown in, we were left standing in the hall for 15 minutes to order our drinks, when the hostess finally commenced to show us to our table, then stopped half way through to take another groups orders while we stood there waiting behind her?! Finally, the music selection, of the techno/house variety doesn't suit the ambiance of a speakeasy/cocktail bar whatsoever. Owners take note: Folks ain't here for dancing, they're here to enjoy the cocktails and classic vibe, that music contributes to neither nor does it ease conversations. I can easily think of half a dozen London joints that do it better. read more

Paradiso - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

Horrible service and rude wait staff. It's not worth the wait in line just to stand in a crowded bar that is well beyond legal capacity. Are there fire marshalls in Spain? The doorman refused to let us out after we decided to leave when we were being ignored. We had to wait 10 minutes just for 'permission' to leave this overrated establishment. read more

"Secret bar " Amazing concept. Pastrami bar on the outside, but if you open the freezer door ;) then you'll find yourself in a awesome cocktail bar. When walking in the bar you'll get an friendly greeting from the bartenders. On the 'menu' you don't find your "usual" cocktails, but rather a new kind of mix/cocktail served in different glasses/mugs or even treausure chest.. A must see when visiting bcn.. read more

This place will blow you away. Went on a friend's recommendation and was not disappointed. Cool speakeasy where you enter through the refrigerator door. Atmosphere is supper cool. Be sure to have your phone ready when the drinks come because you want to take a video since every drink delivery is an experience all to itself. Order the martini for a great drink and a free magic show. read more

A bunch of fun drinks here and a few REALLY good ones too. The Supercool Martini is an awesome science experiment turned cocktail where the bartender will come out and grow crystals in your drink for you! The Troy Horse is served from a wooden horse's butt and the Saffron & Cherry is the smoothest, sweetest drink you've ever had, served in a mason jar topped with a jammy dodger and you drink it through a pasta straw. You may have to wait a while to get inside but it's totally worth it read more

Corrupt waiter! We got a tip from the concierge of Hotel Arts. So we went to Paradiso. But boy did we get dissapointed! The waiter at the entrance didn't let us in! Reason, people behind us spoke spanish and we didn't! We asked abot the rules of Paradiso. Seems the waiter has his own preferences. He was very rude, unlllite! We informed the concierge of Hotel Arts and told him never to advise Paradiso again! read more

Paradiso - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

Take back the service comment !!!!! Language barrier (my fault!). Fantastic place, amazing drinks and great waiters and waitresses. Try as many as you can before your eyes give in . Will be back read more

Paradiso - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

I love speakeasies, however the long lines and bouncers outside speakeasies are such a turn off. Yes, this speakeasy may be inside a pastrami shop, but I didn't even have the pleasure of looking for the pastrami shop. I saw the long ass line of people first, and knew immediately this was the speakeasy. I waited for about 30 min. I totally saw people going up to the bouncer and sweet talking and doing who else knows what, so that they could cut the line while us peasants stood there forever. Finally it was our turn to enter. There was standing room near the bar, as well as lots of seats inside. This bar is beautiful... just beautiful inside. Most people have to stand near the bar until seats are ready, our waitress promised us she would move us to seats as soon as anything opened up. Well, that was a lie. There were newer people who entered later than us and weren't even made to stand at the bar- they took the empty seats, which should have gone to us first. Anyways, complaining aside, I was highly impressed with the innovative cocktail menu. I couldn't decide if I wanted a drink that came in a tea pot since it would make me feel like I was actually living in the prohibition eta, or a drink that came with smoke inside a skull. I ended up picking a drink that came inside a conch shell, in a treasure box. The drink was milky and sweet, I've never tasted anything like that before. Drinking out of a conch shell was a little challenging but definitely do-able. A lot of people started at my drink and decided to order the same thing. Finally, I saw 2 seats open up and asked the waitress if we could move there since we had been standing for a long time. She was fine with it. The bartenders were hilarious- there were a couple of Englishmen and Spaniards shaking up cocktails together and joking around. They seemed to be having a fun time, and made absolutely delicious drinks. I would highly recommend this place- just come early. read more

A speakeasy was an establishment which illegally sold alcoholic beverages during Prohibition, from 1920-1932. What seems like just a deli hides a secret entrance disguised as a refrigerator. Figure out the correct handle or secret password to gain entrance into an amazing eclectic bar lounge where you'll enjoy a fusion of mixology served in the most interesting ways read more

Best cocktail bar I've found thus far.. we've been in Barcelona for six months. Super cool and trendy without being at all touristy. Friendly bar tenders making fun and innovative cocktails with a smile on their faces and welcoming each person as they come thru the door. Warm smiles from the waitresses as well and everyone feels like friends of friends there. Cool vibe! The pulled pork with kimchi sandwich was by far my favorite also the pastrami board.. tasty hearty food to accompany the cocktails! read more

Paradiso is a speakeasy with a great atmosphere and even better cocktails. The place was a little hard to find at first, mainly because its hidden behind a pastrami bar, but once you find it, you'll be mesmerized by all the drink choices they have available. I enjoyed the Caipirinha ​but also had fun looking at everyone's cool and elaborate drinks. read more

Paradiso would feel at home in Brooklyn. During a week in Barcelona, this was the most memorable cocktail bar. Bartenders are welcoming, drinks are memorable, and pastrami and pulled pork sandwiches are worth their weight. read more

This spot was a FANTASTIC find! Its not a cheesy speakeasy. Its sexy, and cool and classy. The mixologists here are the REAL DEAL. These guys and gals were on par with bars in LA or NYC, in fact, I'd say they were even more creative, but the best part is that they don't have the attitude of NY and LA. Service was warm and welcoming. Bartenders were super cool. Drinks were on extravagant and delicious. We had the pastrami board and it was pretty good (not on par with NY, but good). We had the Hugo Sanchez and Paradiso Tea. Both were breathtaking - LITERALLY. Expect to pay $10-15 per drink but worth every euro. read more

One of the young servers at our hotel told us about this spot. Such a fun speak easy with fantastic drinks! I'm not one for mixed drinks but I had to have the treasure chest based on reviews and you must! It is an experience of a drink and delicious as well! I want their martini glasses- take caution! The servers are FANTASTIC- so friendly kind caring and fun. You must go here! read more

Super cool bar! Totally down checking it. Arrive before 11pm if you don't want to wait. We waited for about 20 min but it wasn't a bad wait. The shell drink was okay, it's more than a show than anything and it smells a bit fishy. The teapot drinks are GREAT! I also recommend the chocolate drink if you like strong smoky drinks. For sure worth coming!! :) read more

Awesome speakeasy type bar in a charcuterie shop. All 3 cocktails we sampled were delicious, especially the EMOTION. Waitress was super friendly too! Hip crowd and music. read more

My wife found this place. What a great experience. The service was great and the drink presentation was even better. The drink flavor was not the best but that is OK. Next time we are there we will certainly be back. read more

Last night I ended up waiting in line to get into this place without even knowing what it really was, but the excitement of the people in the line made me want to know about the hype of this bar. It took like 15 or 20 minutes to get to the door, guarded by a guy, just like a club. He warned us that we would have to have our drinks standing up because there were no more sits available, but that was fine for us after waiting in line for 20 minutes. However, when we passed through the door, a very kind waitress took us to a corner with two stools. The decoration was the first thing that kept my attention because it was stunning, with low lights and a mix of vintage and modern styles. The music was also very cool, with a DJ playing live chill-out, but maybe too loud and it was pretty hard to hear anything else. After reading the list of cocktails like maybe 8 times (because I am very indecisive and everything looked and sounded too amazing) I ordered a Caribbean cocktail and my friend went for a Samurai Sling. The staff was very polite and never stopped looking after us and asking if everything was right, but they were actually very slow because we didn't got our drinks after 20 more minutes (I have to say that the local was extremely overcrowded so I could understand the wait). The cocktails were very very good, with lots of details, super flavorful and beautifully crafted, plus the size of both was more than okay. I'm sorry for giving them four stars (knowing that everyone rates them with five) but the only thing I'm complaining about is the volume of the music because I couldn't even have a talk with my friend without yelling. Anyways, I highly recommend to try their amazing drinks. I will go back soon, hoping to update my review to five stars. read more

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Great speakeasy style cocktail bar. Open late crowded and loud but a good time. Stays open late entry through side door which looks like meat refrigerator! read more

Paradiso - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

A cute little pastrami shop in the Gothic quarter with a secret bar hidden in the back. My fiancee and I came around midnight and the line was fairly long. We waited about 15-20 minutes before being able to enter. It was decently size for a typical speakeasy and even has tables in the back to sit. However, if you arrive a little later, you'll be placed at the stand up bar. There are waitresses that come around to take your order so you don't have to deal with pushing through a crowd at the bar. Unlike the streets and buildings that surround it, the inside of the bar was hip and modern. The cocktails were unique, tasty, and some come in interesting containers (ex. one cocktail comes in a little treasure box and another comes in a tobacco pipe). Overall, it's a great stop if you're interested in letting loose in Barcelona. It's also relatively close to other bars for a good night of bar hopping. read more

Cannot say it enough,go here!drinks are mesmerizing,atmosphere is invigorating, all around one of the most memorable places I was able to visit while on my trip. read more

The best cocktails in the city.. Hunt this place out and enjoy!!! The food is also very delicious and reasonable... It's the special cocktails though that will have you coming back again and again read more

Wow! This place has it all and more. You walk into the nondescript pastrami place and walk thru the fridge door! I showed up when they opened at 7:00 pm . Super speakeasy cool spot. The most unique cocktails you have ever tried! Craft and homemade ingredients. Creative combinations. The best tip I can give you is to sit at the bar and watch all the magic happen! It is a show you would pay to see. Super friendly bartenders. We only speak English and everyone was super friendly, especially the bartender from Italy! read more

Paradiso is an extremely fun speakeasy that is definitely favored by locals. There was a line when we went on a Thursday night but it moved quickly and we were able to get inside in around 10 minutes. You go into the bar through a fridge door in a pastrami shop, and it opens up into a cavern-like space that stretches out decently far inside. It was pretty busy and service was erratic and a little slow, but the cocktails we tried were very super inventive and very good. The presentation of the drinks were great and this bar is definitely worth checking out! read more

Best cocktail lounge in Barcelona! Don't let the exterior fool you, once inside the vibe is amazing and the drinks are delicious! This is a MUST SEE to all visitors and locals alike. Can't wait to go back! read more

Love this place! Experiential cocktail presentations. You have to go if you are in BCN