This was a trap for us, the original taperia is exactly across the street. Having almost the exact name was tricky for us we should have looked closer. Food was not the best taste, place was clean and service was good but the restaurant was empty tbh. Wish them luck though read more

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The sangria and food were just OK. After we finished our food, we were drinking sangria and talking, then the waiter gave us four ham croquettes which we did not order so we assumed it was on the house. When we got the bill, we were charged for the croquettes and the waiter said we had to pay for them. He asked an older lady that worked there and she was really rude about it. They argued in front of us and she forced us to pay for them. We think the waiter accidentally gave the croquettes to our table instead of another table, and it's unfair that we were charged for this mistake. The croquettes weren't even that good. We liked the place at first, but after this, we would not go again.. read more

Una experiencia extremadamente mala. Fui víctima de una discriminación descarada por parte de la mesera, lo cual es completamente inaceptable. No pierdan su tiempo ni su dinero; vayan a un lugar donde se respete a todos los clientes. Extremely poor experience. I encountered blatant discrimination from the waitress, which is completely unacceptable. Save your time and money--go somewhere where all customers are treated with respect. read more

BEST paella that I have ever had in my life. In. My. LIIIIIIFE!!! Mm hmm! Let's talk about it... because this place absolutely deserves its' flowers and then some. This adorable Taperia is nestled along a beautiful alleyway that's just around the corner from the Picasso Museum. I stumbled upon it on my way out of the museum and came back to check it out on my last night in Barcelona. Needless to say, I partied waaaay too hard here which resulted in me missing my flight back home. A very costly mistake that I will never let happen again. But despite this; the memories that I have of Taperia Princesa are some of the best that I had during my time in Spain. I walked in thinking that I'd have a relatively quick dinner before heading back to my hotel to pack and get some rest before my early flight that next morning. But... I ended up partying with my newly made friends until 2 am in the morning. Yes, you heard me right. And yes alcohol was involved and lots of it. Let me just say that the folks at Taperia Princesa sincerely spoiled me on my last night in Barcelona. I enjoyed every damn minute of it too. Their space is extremely cozy and there weren't too many people inside at the time when I first arrived. I made myself comfortable at the bar and the bartenders handled me with so much care. It started off with a complimentary glass of Cava (thanks to Yelp's check-in offer). The wine and drinks here are fabulous! Oh em gee the SANGRIA! Addictive literally. I tried my first ever Cava Sangria and I became instantly hooked. Met a nice couple at the bar and they treated me to another. And then a lovely gal from Poland joined me at the bar, and the drinks continued. At one point, we started doing shots of...?! Whatever it was, it didn't taste like a shot. It was yummy and a creeper. After several more glasses of Cava and Sangria and a few more shots later... well, I'll let you figure it out :). Everyone that I met in that bar was so much fun. We were drinking wine with the owner at one point, and he told us stories of how he migrated to Barcelona. It was amazing. I did eat too. And thank goodness that I did because ya girl probably would have been passed out had I not. Just being real. The PAELLA was friggin' dynamite! It's traditionally made to feed two people, but the chef customized the size and made a special serving just for me. Hats off to this chef!!! First of all, the presentation was exceptional. The amazing aromas that were emanating through the bar as he cooked this paella were mesmerizing. My stomach was growling from the smell of it all. And then boom, they place it in front of my face. Took my first bite and my eyes instantly rolled to the back of my head. A burst of incredible flavors hit my mouth and I couldn't take it y'all. The Spanish seasonings coated my tongue in pure bliss. The fresh seafood on top was like icing on the cake. And then it happened; I murdered the hell out of that plate. The rice was cooked so perfectly. It just melted right in my mouth. A foodgasm ensued right after. I mean... this was the best that I've EVER had. I just couldn't believe it. I to' that ish UP! Had to personally thank the chef because he truly knows what he's doing. You HAVE to try the paella here. It's phenomenal! Somewhere along the lines, I was able to fit a dessert in my belly after all of that amazing paella and alcohol. Crema de Catalunya aka the original Creme brûlée, but THIS is soooo much better than what they serve in the states. It was perfectly torched on top, and oozing with the creamiest center. Electrifying flavors. It wasn't super sweet but wow, it was the perfect dessert. Whatever creme that they use to make this is quite heavenly. As the hours passed, more people arrived and packed this tiny place to the max. And then, a wait and a line formed. People know what's up here. Hours later, I realized that it was almost 2 am. I could not believe that I had been there for that many hours. Time truly flies when you're having fun. So even though I missed my flight back home because of this, it was still the most fun that I had during my trip and a very memorable last night in Spain. Shoutout to the owner David and bartenders Jack and Walid for making my last night in Barcelona the best! If you're thinking about coming to Taperia Princesa, don't even think about; just DO it. You will have an extraordinary time. read more

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Nice taparia around the corner from the Picasso Museum. Ordered seafood paella for 2 and have a :30 wait. A real local spot to practice my Spanish. By 1:00 every seat was taken. Happy to have fast WiFi, cold water & a comfy seat. Our paella was juicy, flavorful & filled with seafood. Lunch was memorable & special ! read more

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"The best ice in Barcelona" Stopped in after a successful day at the Picasso museum. Went for the classic combo- 'tatas bravas and sangría. Boy that sangria was good, and better yet, crushed ice! We couldn't believe it. The patatas bravas were perfectly crispy with yummy sauce on top. The waitress was also super kind and Irish and we chatted it up! Good luck to you with your studies and traveling, waitress (I don't remember her name). read more

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Stopped here because we were thirsty and wanted a couple of drinks. Was fine, nothing special. Then they told us (sitting at the bar) we either had to order food or leave. So we left. I realize this is their business and they can do whatever they want but honestly it really just felt like they were high on their own farts. Went to MUCH better places down the street. Extra star for a good wine selection, but really, considering how divey this place is, it's not worth it. read more

Quirky, intimate bar with good food, warm service and steps away from the Picasso Museum. We had a local brew, cava and a vermouth on the rocks. The Broken egg with iberico ham was perfect. read more

Taperia Princesa - Vermouth after Picasso - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

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Yelpers never disappoint. Thank you for this excellent recommendation. One of the best seafood paella I have eaten. The black sausage from the tapas menu was especially good. It's a small place so if you have more than 4- it would take a while to be seated. Otherwise- a must visit. read more

Taperia Princesa - Paella - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

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Absolutely the best seafood paella! We were so lucky to have found this special restaurant. Just steps from the Picasso Museum. We sat at the bar and loved the cozy, friendly service. read more

Taperia Princesa - Paella! - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

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Taperia Princesa is a decent choice for tapas along this busy Barcelona corridor. The wife and I ordered four tapas and I wouldn't say that we had a favorite one, but each was likeable in its own way. We had: Patatas bravas: The potatoes were tasty. Some of them were crispy and most were soft; the wife particularly enjoyed the latter. But the sauce on top didn't have much taste or the spicy kick that this dish is typically known for. Steamed mussels: The mussels tasted fresh and were drizzled with olive oil. Yum! Spanish omelette: Made with egg, onion and potato. This was decent, as good as we've had elsewhere. Cod fritters: These were made well, nice and crispy, and the accompanying sauce was great for dipping. We also ordered a sangria de cava. Sangrias are typically made with an assortment of fruit, but this one had only orange slices. It tasted more alcoholic than fruity and wasn't as flavorful as other sangrias that we had in Barcelona. Prices included tax, and the total was €21.45, on par with other restaurants in the area. Service was warm and friendly, and our hostess checked in on us midway despite the place being busy. Overall this place gets 3.5 stars for the quality of the food, rounded up for the pleasant service and ambiance. read more

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Really enjoyed this tapas place. Servers were so friendly. The sardines, pa amb tomaquet, and patatas bravas were very good. Enjoyed a glass of cava and the house vermouth. Music was a good vibe. Would come back. read more

Taperia Princesa - Drinks - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

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Ate here after the Picasso Museum with my wife and son. Tapas were amazing. Ordered quite a few. My favorites were the garlic shrimp and the chorizo. Sangrias were a perfect complement and the staff was amazing! Definitely recommend Taperia Princesa to anybody. read more

Taperia Princesa - Mussels - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

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Enjoyed the shrimps in garlic sauce and the sausage and potatoes. Also a tasty mojito and a free shot! Kind and welcoming staff and a nice ambiance. Thanks! read more

Taperia Princesa - Mojito - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

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This was one of my best tapas stops in Barcelona. It's not too far from the Picasso Museum, the perfect spot to wait for your reservation to the museum. And like Picasso, the chef is creating some tapas masterpieces, works of culinary art that will have your mouth watering. I started off my tapas journey with a small plate of sautéed mushrooms. These gems were swimming in a buttery, garlic sauce that was perfection on the tastebuds. But it was the slow-cooked squid/beef meatballs that served as star of this culinary exhibition. These savory morsels brought the sea and the farm together with each delicious bite. When the owner explained that they were cooked slowly for about six hours, I could see why they melted in your mouth. The service was also excellent, and I received a free glass of wine for checking in, making this a true yelper's paradise of food and drink. A lot of owners are more keen on other reviewing sites, but this owner seems very receptive to Yelp, which made me feel right at home. read more

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Our first night in Barcelona, we ventured here on a rainy day after missing the sold-out free Picasso museum. We sat by the window on old crickety bar chairs because there was a stink (like urine as my wife described) , but I think it was a mix of moist air and the hanging hams. We got some tapas: bomba (a large deep fried potato ball with ground beef filling, drizzled with paprika sauce and aioli), a ceviche of bacalao, smoked salmon salad, blood sausages, fried calamari, and garlic prawns. Everything was delicious! read more

Great tapas bar with an amazing vibe! Bartenders are very nice, attentive and helpful. Would come back for sure :)

Visited with my friends to enjoy the food, found it very tasty. also, would like to recommend Sonya, who assisted us in a friendly and helpful manner. Recommended place. read more

Decided to stop in for a quick drink and stayed for food as the atmosphere was so cute and relaxed. The food was great - patatas bravas were really good and the peppers were great. Definitely a place to stop by to grab a few tapas with some friends read more

Taperia Princesa - Peppers, Jamón Ibérico, Patatas Bravas - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

Great tapas. The baby chirizo was amazing as was the calamari. Awesome find. Quiet and quaint place with great service. So glad we stopped by. read more

we stopped in after walking and shopping and wanted Tapas. The quality of food was excellent and the service was wonderful. He offered us free wifi and was very courteous. Davis was a very good host. We will be back. read more

Taperia Princesa - Superb Pallela. - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

3-4 stars The seafood Paella was really good and well priced. The chorizo sausages were good. Croquettes good, but not my favorite. Mojitos were sugary. We tried using the check in offer for free cava and there was a lot of push back. They said there was a minimum of 15 euro a person and we were exactly 15 euro a person soooo give me dat cava por favor. It was really cold inside brrrr. read more

Alright guys, there are a few possibilities. The first is that this place has declined in quality. Precipitously. Second, many good reviews are fake Third, I feel sorry to say, people have very little experience chewing and swallowing food. Guys: This place is complete and utter shite. I barely have the energy to give a blow by blow. Salad: your worst ever trip to the grocery store. "galician pork shoulder": single slice of cold cut in a frying pan (serious) with shitty paprika. croquettes: cheapass frozen bollocks. Potatoes with fried egg and chorizo: I don't even want to talk about it, I have PTSD. By this point in the "tasting menu" I was dying for it all to be over. Then out came the mussels, which were dried in the sun and then microwaved. Truly insulting and a violation of both human and animal dignity. CAN YOU SAY TOURIST TRAP? DON'T DO IT. DO. NOT. GO. read more

We stopped in for Tapas tonight, I was apprehensive because it is in a tourist area, however the food is amazing. Great service with a smile. Sangria is ok, but the food was authentic Spanish Tapas. read more

Taperia Princesa - Sangria y Jamon - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

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Great anchovies and peppers. Razor clams ok, but I didn't know what to expect. Quick service and great music playing. read more

Taperia Princesa - Tostada con tomate, peppers, y fried anchovies - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

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Stopped in on a whim for tapas dinner. Snagged the last two seats at the bar. Excellent potatoes, cheese plate with ham, and grilled bread with tomatoes. Service was professional and pleasant. The Tempranillo was very good, as was the rose. Simple, reasonably priced and the service was good. What not to like? read more

Our hotel was near Taperia Princesa, and were surprised how touristy this area of Barcelona was. Tapas and Paella are not native to Barcelona (just as Southern Barbecue is not native to New York), but there were scores of touristy restaurants advertising the two specialties, which are most well-known throughout the world as "Spanish food." Saying all this, we had pretty low hopes for Taperia Princesa, as it was a tapas joint in Barcelona, and along a main tourist street near the Picasso Museum. Boy, were we wrong. The patatas bravas here were second only to patatas bravas that we ate in San Sebastian (a small town thought of by most to be the foodie Mecca of Spain). And trust me, we tried many MANY patatas bravas! The potatoes were simple fries cooked well, and the two sauces (spicy red and garlicky mayo) fused together amazingly. The difference here though was that most patatas bravas we ate were bland. These had just the right amount of spice, and a wonderful hit of garlic in every bite. Other dishes we tried at Taperia Princesa were good as well, as they have the typical Iberian ham plates, croquettes, etc... but your life will not be complete until you try those patatas bravas. read more

Our first dinner in Barcelona....the staff was super friendly, the tasting menu was delicious (ham & cheese croquettes!!) but the cava sangria was the star. We were advised...hole-in-the-wall dining is the way to go! read more

Taperia Princesa - Cava sangria....a pitcher costs less than one drink in our hometown, Las Vegas! - Spanish Near Me - Barcelona, B

Awesome staff, delicious food, baby chorizo, pork shoulder, crema Catalan, so good. Good wine. Legit spot, especially late night on a Sunday. Try it. read more

Fabulous authentic meal in the heart of Barcelona. Amazing service, music, atmosphere and of course food. We had the peppers, sardines, mozzarella salad, bacalao fritters and seafood paella. If I came back to Barcelona next week, I would come back here! read more

I first visited the Taperia Princesa in 2012 on a rainy July day, just stumbled in. Enjoyed the tasting menu very much along with a glass of wine, and felt really welcomed. Found myself in back in Barcelona in July of 2013 and sought out this adorable, delicious place once again, this time got to chat quite a bit with the gents in charge and i felt like family. on a hot summer day, enjoying conversation and cava/lemonade with David was absolutely amazing. I hope I get to return in 2014 for another visit! read more

Muchos Gracias Elena! Excellent customer service. She greeted us at the door without being overbearing. She truly welcomed us in and was very hospitable. Great food and drinks were amazing! read more

I am a huge fan of hole-in-the wall type places. I've traveled all over western Europe and seem to always find the best dives. Taperia Princesa is a great hidden spot in El Born. We're from Texas and this was our first trip to Barcelona. We found this place on our first day in Barcelona and the food was great! The waiter, David, was quiet and polite and gave us several food suggestions in impeccable English and Spanish. We had anchovies, Iberico ham, bombas (fried mashed potato balls stuffed with ground beef), tomato bread, warm goat cheese salad, etc, etc. David was very sweet and when we returned the next day for an afternoon drink, he remembered us and was super-friendly offering us an extra glass of cava on the house. We saw him later in the week at another bar in the neighborhood and he bought us a drink!!! We stayed in El Born barrio of Barcelona for 9 nights and I can say that we returned to Taperia Princessa 5 times. We ate and drank all over the city and found many tapas joints and honestly, few had better food and none had better service. I highly recommend this place. And oh yeah, They make an incredible strawberry mojito!!! read more

Worst place in Barcelona. Clearly it's here just for tourists and they don't care at all about repeat business. After a mistake in ordering they brought 3 plates of peppers - my friends thought they were large and ordered by unit. They refused to help or listen and would do nothing to resolve the issue. Terrible terrible service and the food is mediocre at best. AVOID AVOID AVOID read more

Every food item we had was delicious and very reasonable prices. The only thing I took a star off for was that I had tastier sangria at other places. I would go back in a heartbeat though. read more

The food was good and drinks were great but the waitress made our experience phenomenal. She really made us have a wonderful night!

Unfortunately, I was not as lucky to have a great experience like the other reviews. We thought we'd take a chance and stop by this small "cute" spot, but to our disappointment, the service was horrible and we left before finishing our lunch. We were waiting for 1 of our orders but we were waiting forever so we wanted to get the bill and leave. Turns out they forgot about the order anyway! The main guy at the bar was grumpy and had such a negative energy. The food was lackluster and wasn't memorable at all compared to all the other places we've eaten at. I rely on yelp reviews while choosing places to eat, especially while traveling, so I'll be thinking twice if there's not more than at least a handful of reviews. We left this restaurant to go eat somewhere else. read more

Dirty dishes everywhere piling up. Food was mediocre. The sangria was blahh totally should skip. The only good option I really enjoyed was the salad with mozzarella and tomato. Everything else was ok. Wouldn't recommend. read more

We were in Barcelona for New Years and ended up stumbling upon this Hidden gem. The staff was extremely welcoming, the food was delightful, and the cava was flowing all night :) this was a great NYE experience and I can't wait to revisit Barcelona to eat and drink with our friends and taperia princesa again!! read more

Stumbled upon this place, went here multiple night and it just kept getting better. Potatoes were very good, along with the warm goat cheese salad. Ox tails were a big hit. read more