was pretty chilled the food was very good (had four…read moredifferent types of tapas) waiter is pretty cool and drinks as well

We really enjoyed ending every night here. Mike is a great host who posesses a friendly attitude…read moreand serves good Czech beer. He always made us feel like we were welcome and advised us on things that are a must-see in Barcelona. Highly recommend, stop on in, you won't be disappointed.

We stopped here for lunch because we were out and about touring and shopping. They had a menu of…read morethe day which was a good choice.

The Road Not Taken*…read more Two streets diverged in a busy road, And sorry I could not travel both For the day ahead left me with none to spare. But a brief stop was nonetheless taken For I have not eaten since the evening last. I took the path that was less taken, And having perhaps the better claim, Because this path was unseemingly tranquil. No hustling, no bustling Of tourists in my way. A restaurant stood out in this peaceful alley. Grateful for a table Since many were taken. At 23 euro their "Paella Menu" indulged my hunger. A glass of Rioja, make that two, was what I desired. I shall be telling this with a sigh For I do not think the locals here Fancy us tourists to flock on their turf, and I... Well I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference :-) * My version of Robert Frost poem because his came into my mind as I walked through the deserted alleyway, then finding this quaint local gem.

Really fresh and made to order food! Great secret spot for pre/post cruise brunch!…read more Service was good, food was fresh and the oven eggs were amazing!! Must try!

Great little breakfast spot. Stopped for a quick bite on the day we arrived in Barcelona as it was…read moreconveniently located around the corner from our hotel. Ordered the eggs Benedict with bacon the blat sandwich and a cappuccino. Service was great and food delivered quickly. Happy we stopped.

We were a table of two. This is important because there was also a table of 15+ people. This…read morekitchen served up a remarkable meal without skipping a beat! We had a pitched of sangria cava, brava potatoes with fresh crepe and beef, followed by amazing beef stew, with a side of pickled anchovies! Hubby had a dessert of flourless chocolate cake. Delicious! We liked the outdoor seating and neighborhood vibe. Highly recommend

Their patatas bravas are a hit!! They're so tasty. There's no A/C though, which made having lunch…read morehere on a summer day a bit tough. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Quick service.

Located in the old Gothic Quarter of Barcelona, Arabia is a hidden gem. When I saw the menu at the…read moredoor I knew I had to try it out. And it didn't disappoint. Gorgeous atmosphere, perfectly decorated, even the bathroom was beautiful. Ordered the lamb Kabsa, falafel, lamb and hummus and the spinach fatayer. The food arrived promptly and hot. Service was attentive and even split the check without any issue. Highly recommend.

Our first night in Barcelona ended with an amazing dinner at Cafe Arabia…read more We were sat at a table on the top floor but the music and dancing was downstairs, no big deal. It was loud so we could hear it just fine. We had FC Barcelona vs Paris playing on the tv (Barca won) which was fun to experience while visiting. We ordered a little too much food but everything tasted so good and it was all cooked to perfection. We ordered: Mutabal, Hallumi, Warak Inab, Fatayer de Espinacas, Kabsa de Cordero, and Maklube Vetegal. We also ordered a kettle of black tea with sage and a kettle of black tea with cinnamon. We also ordered an apple with mint shisha to finish dinner with. We loved everything we ordered, especially the black tea with sage, mutabal, and the shisha was nice. The restaurant itself is beautifully decorated and felt so welcoming. The service was outstanding and even with the language barrier, we got by just fine. What topped off a wonderful visit was that the waiter gave us two types of baklava for free! Absolutely wonderful place and a true gem! I highly recommend visiting Cafe Arabia for good food and a good time!

I came here around 9pm on a Saturday and it was bustling. I recommend making a reservation online…read more I sat inside but it looks like they have a lot of tables outside as well. Inside was a bit tight and stuffy but they open up both doors which helped. The service is decent and the tapas came out quickly. I got the black rice paella and seafood paella. They are both in portions for two people and were made hot and fresh. This was my first paella is Spain but I found them a bit more fishy and slight bitter aftertaste (not sure if this is the norm though!). The fried cod, steam mussels, and peppers were all delicious and a great start to our dinner. Overall, a solid dinner choice for our first dinner in Barcelona. Looks like some locals around as well!

We came here for early dinner, 8 of us and we ordered their paella, gambas, calamari and a couple…read moremore dishes. The portion is generous and it was delicious. Especially the calamari and the paella. The dishes are prepared as you ordered. We actually finished everything. Service was quick and they were helpful when we were choosing the tapas. The ambiance was casual and friendly. This is a great place to try!

This was a had to see this place on my recommendation list…read more The building is breathtaking. Interior is spectacular and many places to choose from. We wandered to a bar and tried their egg whites with crab meat - their version of a deviled egg. They had a delicate flavor as can be expected. Now, the flan was extraordinary - smooth and creamy served with whipped cream. Perfection! I've tried many flans from various travels and this one ticked all the boxes! We also tried orange chocolate icecream from the kiosk at the entrance and it was delicious! If time permits, we will return!

Dined at El Taperia - recommended by my AI... Located in the…read moreEl Nacional food hall - tried the ham croquettes, fried eggplant, grilled vegetables, garlic shrimp, patatas brava, all pretty good. Service was good.

The atmosphere is awesome there. There was a singer singing all the time during our dinner. The…read moredrink and the food were amazing too, especially the server recommended dishes and drinks. We sat at the bar and the bartender checked on us and chatted with us from time to time. We had a great time for the first night in Barcelona.

Great vibes, romantic, vibrant, and there was a live singer. I loved watching the bartenders make…read moredrinks all night, everything looked like a masterful work of art with so much time and attention to detail paid to each one. Two of us walked in on a Saturday around 8pm without a reservation, and they gave us a small two-top near the window (that or we could have eaten by the bar). Cost was €138 total for 2 drinks and 4 tapas. Quite pricey, but also quite good. DRINKS Pisco Sour (€15) - 4 stars. Tasty, quite strong! Wild Child (€18) - 4 stars. Basically a gin mojito, tasted good. TAPAS Grilled Octopus (€23) - 5 stars. Amazing crisp, good meaty (not rubbery) texture. I'm picky about octopus and this was one of the best I've had! Sea bass carpaccio (€22) - 4.5 stars. Amazing, only slightly spicy. Wagyu steak tartare (€24) - 3.5 stars. Good but didn't taste super fresh. I think I just like wagyu cooked better. Scallops (€36) - 4.5 stars. Delicious. Perfect texture.