We were so pleased with our Taste of Barcelona dinner tapas tour, with the primary reason: Our Guide MARIBEL !! From her easy to find meeting point, early arrival and very relaxed pace strolling through Barcelona's incredible Gothic Quarter (and her dropping historical "tapas" along the way noting places of significance) her professionalism & care for clients is SO obvious !! Oh, and then the FOOD ! we were taken to 3 spots I never would have found for a great cross-section of Spanish at first bar (Chorizo sausage, Bull's tail done PERFECTLY with the richest sauce, rich bread & potatoes and a nice vermouth). Next was a Catalonian restaurant for a their special take on Paella rice, "Pisto" of eggplant, croquettas,etc.). Wine pairing was terrific And finally a dessert spectacular stop in the Jewish Qtr of custard/Flan, cake and ice cream selection. A local "cava" sparkling Catalan wine and coffee offered. In summary we had a very mixed, small relaxed group of 6 (two from NYC, 2 from Holland, 1 from Seattle, 1 from California & 1 from Cadiz Spain) who were all open to new tastes & experiences that bonded very well this pleasant evening !!! HIGHLY recommend this tour....but do it ASAP upon arrival in Barcelona, as Maribel emails all guests a follow-up list of local favorite restaurants, bars and shops that will be IN-valuable the remainder if your stay. Unfortunately we ended our trip with her...and now have to return to try as many places on her list as possible ! read more

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I was really looking forward to the Gotica tour, as there were so many great reviews on Trip Advisor and Yelp. However, I have to say I was disappointed. Our tour guide, Miguel, didn't seem very knowledgeable about anything, and I didn't feel that the food he referred us to was all that special or even that good. Actually, I felt short changed. I have to say, the food that I found on my own was way better than anything Miguel. Also, apologies for the lateness of this review. I did this tour in 2015. read more

I booked the Gothic Quarter Tapas Tour for my first evening in Barcelona in July, and it was an inspired way to begin my visit.  Our guide, Lorea, was wonderful -- gracious, friendly, knowledgable, funny, and fun.  She brought out the best in our group and tailored the menu to include something for everyone, from the most finicky to the most adventurous.  In addition to a variety of delicious food and wine, I got a nice introduction to the Gothic Quarter, as well as some pointers for my stay from fellow travelers.  A high point of my trip. read more

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We have taken to Gotico tour two times. Each was slightly different in that the stops, food and drink were slightly different on Anaheim tour and the tour guides were different. We greatly enjoyed both. The tour guides were well informed about the tapas, the places, Barcelona and the greater Spain. They were enjoyable to be with. The tour group size was small and perfect for the places we visited. We were scheduled to be in Barcelona in April and had scheduled out third TBT tour except this time we were going on the Poble Sec tour. Very sadly, COVID-19 has interfered with this trip and we had to cancel. Michael did and excellent job informing us about the developing situation in Spain and Barcelona. After we decided to cancel out trip, he provided us with excellent service to cancel this tour and reschedule for a future date. Thanks to Michael and TBT for great food tours and the associated customer service. After the world gets past is virus, we will be to Barcelona and be there to enjoy TBT's Poble Sec tour. read more

Absolutely delicious chicken burger with a fried egg on top, because who doesn't like gooey fried eggs. We also really enjoyed the croquettes and patatas bravas here. read more

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TEN STARS !!!!! Foodie Foot Tour I highly recommend this food tour for anyone wanting to step outside the cattle hearding traditional "tours". Great for all ages & great even if you don't drink. My husband booked this tour for me & while he stayed with the kids, I could take advantage of a different angle of BCN since this is our second time visiting this wonderful city. I ventured solo on this tour and felt completely safe and adventurous exploring some of the unknown. (They also change up the spots). Our food guide, host, charming mid-westerner ex-pat, Dave was AMAZING ! We met outside a hotel near a central Metro Stop Jaume I, and after some introductions, our group of 5 were meandering through little streets/alleys deep in the city. Dave would step away and order for us and when the food arrives, we get detailed information about the traditional Catalonian faire. Dave was also very accommodating to one in our group who didn't drink, and made great substitution offerings. The walking, eating, & drinking is the perfect amount. Here's a cliff note version: 1. cheese & wine 2. tapas & vermut 3. tapas & wine 4. desserts & cava I bought a bottle of Vermut (7 Euro) from one of the stops. I made few friends and continued to get after dinner drinks at the bars Dave recommended. Moreover, Dave booked a birthday reservation for me at a place that I would have never found on my own. Truly a personal experience like no other, go alone or grab friends, this a must do. Buy the Vermut, go with an open mind, and your pallet will venture new levels guaranteed. Then, tell all your friends.... read more

Did the Poble Sec Tour with Lorea as our guide. It was our first night in Barcelona and we couldn't have picked a better way to spend it. Lorea was friendly, engaging and very knowledgeable, as she gave us a great overview and insights into the city, and Spain as a whole. We visited 3 different restaurants. The first was for light tapas, the second for heavier tapas and the last for dessert. EVERYTHING we ate that night was incredible. I highly recommend doing this tour as it gives you a great introduction and feel for Barcelona! read more

I recently went back to Barcelona and joined The Barcelona Taste for an evening of amazing meals. My second experience was just as good as my first. The staff were knowledgable and friendly. They took us to four different restaurants and provided some insights into the restaurant and local cuisine. This is a must do on any visit to Barcelona. An evening enjoying Barcelona cuisine will be a must on every future visit to Barcelona. Thanks to Jo and Anna for a great evening. read more

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A must if you're in Barcelona. Joe and Joe have crafted a fantastic way to see, taste and listen to life in Catalonia. Taking you to places you wouldn't dare try yourself and ordering dishes you may not even be able to pronounce, you truly get to experience the culture of the city. Joe's knowledge of the food and life in Barcelona makes you feel like you're a local and his palette and choice of food is exquisite, giving you a bit of everything. Completely worthy of 5 stars and would give more if I could. A must! read more

This was by far the best thing we did on our Barcelona vacation. We were a little hesitant at doing this tour at first, but so glad we did. Joe and Joe, one male, one female, conducted our tour. They are both originally from the states, but have lived in Barcelona for quite some time. They were excellent hosts that gave us so many insights to the local life and local cuisine. They were exceptionally funny and so passionate when talking about Barcelona and Barcelona culture. Just a great joy to be around. We visited 3 different tapas places that were in the El Born area, that quite honestly, I might have never discovered on my own. Each one had something different and unique to offer. It wasn't like we were experiencing the same types of foods at all three. Most importantly Joe and Joe introduced us to Sweet Vermouth. This was our first time trying it and we loved it. The next day I emailed Joe and asked if I could pick up bottles of the Sweet Vermouth at the place we had went to or anywhere else for that matter. He replied instantly and told us a place that was close to our hotel that was also exceptional and a new discovery in itself. You must take this tour! It was absolutely the most fun my girlfriend and I had in Barcelona! read more

We went on the Gracia Tour with Jo last night and had a fantastic time. Jo was so gracious and knowledgeable; it was like going out to dinner with a long-time friend who knew the perfect little spots for all of the tastiest treats. She took us to three different restaurants, each with its own spin on traditional Catalan cuisine. Jo shared the history of the restaurants and the food, but you didn't feel like you were being lectured at - she simply wove the fascinating information into our casual conversation. She also made sure that I always had something vegetarian and delicious to try, which was lovely, considering that being vegetarian in Europe sometimes feels like such a chore! Jo made sure we all had plenty to eat and drink (we were stuffed!) and we even learned a bit about the Gracia neighborhood as we strolled from place to place. Jo sent us a follow up e-mail with a list of vegetarian restaurants to try in Barcelona. We tried one of her suggestions today (Flax and Kale), which was also super delicious. All in all, this was a full-service experience and I would HIGHLY recommend it for anyone who loves good food and wants to learn a little more about Barcelona. read more

The Barcelona Taste was definitely worth the long day of travel from Los Angeles. I loved the small group atmosphere. It really felt as if I was among friends out enjoying dinner. We were guided by Jon, who is not only delightful, but also a wealth of knowledge. Book this tour, you will not be disappointed! read more

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I can't say enough about how terrific this tour was. If you are on the fence (I was) - I say do it, and do it early enough in your trip to benefit from your new found knowledge of dishes, tips, and restaurant suggestions. We did the Gothic Quarter tour and visited 3 places (one of which was in El Born). We visited a traditional Spanish tapas place, a typically Catalan spot, and ended in a wonderful place for desserts. The price for the tour was very reasonable given the amount of food, drinks and time it took to orient us. We had looked at other tour options but I am so glad that we went with this one because it was an intimate dining experience, rather than feeling like a large tourist group being taken to mediocre spots. We were two couples that had come together to Barcelona, and so it felt more like a wonderful dining experience with friends, with a local engaging guide. The tours take up to 6 people, and in our case, there was no other folks on the tour, just us 4 and our guide. Our guide was Lorea, a local, who is clearly very knowledgeable about food, restaurants and the city. She was thoughtful, spoke to us about a variety of issues that we were curious about, from food history to current events in Barcelona, and was a really warm and inviting host. We asked for suggestions (given our tastes) and later that night she had already sent us a list of curated recommendations for restaurants based on what we were looking for. So far have been to two of the restaurants and they have been fabulous. A number of the suggestions are hard to find on the internet, and so we never would have stumbled upon them. I cant say enough about how much this has added to our overall experience here. read more

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The Barcelona Taste is a 75 euro, 3-4 hour gastronomic tour of Barcelona. It is a relatively "young" enterprise, lead by a pair of entrepreneurs, one we had the pleasure of meeting on our tour - "Jo" a USA Expatriat who has made Barcelona her home. The tour comprises of an intro - cheese at Formategeria La Seu, Traditional Tapas at Cala Del Vermut, Catalan Tapas and Basc Pinxtos and a sweet ending - at locations tourists would not venture to visit on their own. Really a great experience, worth every penny. Jo is a quirky lady, with contagious energy and a passion for the city that is infectuous! read more

My boyfriend and I went to Barcelona for the first time. I had done a food tour on domestic trips before, so looked around and found this one for Barcelona. We did it the night we arrived. So glad we did. Prices are fair considering you get tons of food at 4 stops, and a wonderful guide. We did the tour through the Gothic District. We had plenty of food true to Catalan, yet each one unique and different from the others. Our tour guide Jo was wonderful and helpful. It was like a night out with friends. The next day she sent an email with some recommendations based on what we asked for / enjoyed during our tour. We followed up on one of her "local spot" suggestions and it was one of the best meals we had all trip. It was off the beaten path, a place we never would've found or visited without her. Definitely do this at the beginning of your trip because it really helps acclimate and prepare you for the new culture. read more

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This was such a great experience for our first night in Barcelona. Our guide, Laura, was so friendly and knowledgable, and she provided us many good recommendations for the rest of our time in the city. It was such a great way to get a feel for all of the amazing tapas restaurants in Barcelona, and we discovered many more throughout the rest of our trip. I definitely recommend taking this tour early on in your visit to Barcelona. Thank you for the amazing evening!! read more

Very good tour. Tito, our guide, took us to some really excellent places. I only give it a 4 because we were spoiled by our tour the previous night where our guide spent even more time with us and knew a lot about the history of Barcelona. But Tito was excellent as well. I would highly recommend this company. read more

We had a wonderful evening out with Jon on the Gothic tour May 9.. Visited 3 different style restaurants and enjoyed every min.of it. The time flew by, we could have keep going all night! We went thru areas we may have never stumbled upon and learned a bit of history about each. If you are lucky enough to spend time in Barcelona be sure to get in on this, you won't be disappointed. Do book early because it's become very popular and they only take 6 people per tour. read more

We did the food tour with Barcelona Taste on our first night in Barcelona. It was excellent! Had a great time going through the 4 places in Barri Gotic. Definitely would recommend as a thing to do right when you get into town so you can get advice on tapas and have some good company. read more

We had a great time on the tapas tour through the Bari Gotic. It was just me, my partner, and our guide which led to a more intimate, well-paced experience. The tapas was great and we met some of the proprietors and got background about each shop which was nice. There was more than enough food at each stop, and the drinks were great too - we're now fans of Vermut! The walking helped to even out how much food we ate. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a small group experience and non-touristy tapas, local joints to try! read more