Great tapas with a Portuguese flair. The selection of tapas on the bar is amazing. The server will…read morealso walk by with hot offerings from the kitchen. Remember to keep your toothpicks because that's how you're billed. The wine list is also well priced. The walls in the bar are old and add great ambiance.

We had heard that Basque food is the best in Spain, so of course we wanted to try it while we were…read morein the most northern part of our trip to Spain. Found this tapas bar and were not disappointed. It's small, but mighty in flavor. They had so many tapas to choose from! The food was fresh and very tasty. What to do if you are only eating tofu, and not in the back formal restaurant: Maybe grab a seat first because it gets crowded in there. Pick up a plate Pick your tapas Make sure you leave the toothpicks on the plate so they know how much to charge you when you're finished. There was a woman standing on the guest side of the bar whom you may think is just one of the customers, but she will answer any questions and make sure you get the drinks you want --including sangria. Just be aware that the drinks may cost as much as your tapas! Enjoy and have fun!

Stumbled upon this local tapas bar in Barcelona and it quickly became one of the highlights of our…read moretrip. We ended up going two nights in a row -- and would absolutely do it again. The two bartenders -- who seem to be a couple -- are the heart of the place. He's got a dry, hilarious sense of humor that sets the tone, and together they make everyone feel like a regular. That said, if you're easily offended or don't appreciate a bit of cheeky banter, this might not be your spot. But for those who enjoy a fun, unfiltered vibe -- you'll love it here. As for the food -- wow. We had the tortilla with meat (not sure what it was, but it was delicious), the artichoke tempura (I would fly across the world again just for these), the fried eggplant, and the meat with chimichurri. Everything was fresh and flavorful. Great food, unforgettable personalities, and a place that feels alive. Take a handheld fan because it is hot - especially during summer.

Wow! First place we tried in Barcelona and it was my favorite. Food was amazing and service was…read moregreat. Bring cash as they don't take cards.

TLDR: COME FOR THE PINTXOS. HARD PASS ON THE MENU. Pintxos are self-serve at the bar. Once you're…read moredone eating, check out with the waiter--they'll count and charge you per toothpick. NGL, I'm someone who gets overwhelmed and gets tunnel vision. I'm a sheep following the shepherd-- in this case, if you throw your body & a menu in front of me, I'll easily walk in. I'd seen great reviews online about their namesake pintxos, but the menu had so many options and none that clicked with what I was looking for. I was hungry, so I sent it and ordered a few items from the classic tapas: the Squid in Ink Croquette and the Patatas Bravas. The croquette was incredible and so flavorful, while the Patatas Bravas were the complete opposite. The potatoes tasted bland and stale, and the sauce on top was just... meh. I hated how let down I was!! As I was finishing up my meal, I noticed a few people coming in and were sitting at the bar--not usually the most go-to spot when there are plenty of tables open. However, as soon as they sat down, they began grabbing items from the display. I went to check it out and lo and behold--PINTXOS!!! I asked my waiter, and he explained the process: pick what you want, enjoy and pay for what charge you grab at the end. And honestly? They looked and tasted so much better and were way more affordable than what I ordered!! Disappointed I spent so much money, but consider this a lesson for anyone reading!

The service was very attentive and the sangria and paella good. They also had someone playing…read morecovers of popular Latin songs (Karol G, Bad Bunny, etc). However, I do think the reviews on Yelp and Google are inflated. There are plenty of spots in the area with better food. Still a decent option if you don't have reservations for elsewhere.

I ended up going here twice because of the great deal on tapas and it's location. I like that you…read morecan pick your own and see the food before deciding. The sangria was huge and way more than I needed. Definitely a size to share or if you plan on having a lot alone. I unfortunately did not drink it all because I would've been on my ass by then end of the glass and I had so much to go see in the city lol. The staff was super nice and accommodating. It's right in the heart or a touristy spot but still I found the food pretty fairly priced and great quality. I believe the tapas were 1,70€ each. A great deal in my opinion

Wonderful little Basque tapas in the shadow of Sagrada Familia, but tucked away enough not to be a…read moretourist mob scene. Pros: good tapas, reasonable prices. Not a bad atmosphere but nothing special; quiet on a mid-afternoon during the week. Meh: Service was semi-welcoming to a solo traveler. No!: I was looking for a small glass of wine and the server sold me a sangria, which was the ONLY item with the price not published. The wine was all priced inexpensively, and the sangria was three times as much and only came in a HUGE goblet. I only drank about a third of it and it was strong! He completely ignored my request for "something small" and it felt like a game of Rip Off the Stupid Tourist. Ah well... ... I still enjoyed my tapas, but be aware that the sangria is large and pricier than everything else, which is fine if you want to party!

Great selection, consistent quality, and clean atmosphere. Come for pintxos and drinks, but don't…read morehesitate to order a dish or two. Sagardi group seemed to have expanded, both in Barcelona and internationally, but the quality remains as it was - consistent, tasty, and various.

This is the alter ego of Irati. The menu looks the same so I don't know why there are two. I had…read morethe famous steak a couple of times. Both were very good. The way they prepare it is different from the US steakhouses. Always bone in steaks. The quality of meat is superb if you go for the more expensive aged version. Highly recommended. I have also had grilled whole fish. What can be improved are the appetizers and side dishes. Overall, a great basque restaurant.

Adorable little spot that appears to be patronized by plenty of locals so that was our first clue…read morethis would Be a nice place but I maintained that we would be eating dinner elsewhere and that we were only stopping by for quick drink. Well you all know what they say about the best laid plans. They were passing tapas around and each was, per my husband, better than the last. It's a lot of meat and seafood of course so not much for me other than the usual bread, patatas bravas, and peppers but the meat eaters and seafood lovers in your group will LOVE this place. The staff are all super friendly and willing to help us despite our below average Spanish. It's small inside, so keep your group small but definitely go when walking around the gothic quarter it's well worth a visit.

Great little Basque restaurant and pintxos bar with small plates and drinks. Very nice and friendly…read moreservice with casual relaxed vibe. We stopped in mid-afternoon on a warm day of sightseeing and were very pleased to find this little gem near the Cathedral. Order vermut or draft beer to accompany tasty bites at ~2€ per pintxos (they total up the # of toothpicks at the end). Salut!

A local pub with an amazing level of service. The Grenache was amazing and our hostess, Maria, was…read morekind, attentive , and gave us outstanding service. Loved the interior of the place. The tapas were good and very tasty. I have to recommend you visit if only for a few Beers!

One of my favorite places to have tapas and vino in Barcelona. Just close enough to metro station…read moreSagrada Família to reach and far enough of the church not to stumble over too many tourists (as me) but I think you all agree that we want to be the minority when traveling abroad. More important : the ambience is genuine, no fake and the products are mainly local, good wine and really good tapas, not the standard style. The owner Francesco is a nice guy and also sells wine in bottles to take away.

We went on a Tapas walking tour. We also picked 2 tapas and we had Vermouth…read more It was a fun place. I would love to go back sometime. Everything looked delicious, so it was hard to choose. The "cheesecake" stuffed with crabmeat was so good. The Steak one was, as well. And, I loved the Vermouth.

I've always wanted to visit a pintxos bar and was shopping in the El Born neighborhood. I stubbled…read moreupon Euskal Etxea and arrived right as they opened and got a table immediately. They take your drink order and you are given a plate. Everything is self serve by going up to the bar and grabbing the pinxtos that you want. Most of them have toothpicks which you save and the waiter counts them at the end. They are $2.95 euros each. I love this concept and the food! A lot of their pinxtos were served on a crostini. Everything at the bar was cold like smoked salmon, anchovies, pickled peppers, goat cheese, tartlets, etc. A waiter did come around once in a while with a hot offering of croquettes and a mini hamburger with caramelized onions. Love that they had hot and cold varieties to choose from. If you are interested in having a small snack or even eating a lot this is a great place to try a variety of bites. Everything was very fresh and delicious. This is my favorite restaurant I visited in Barcelona!

It is a nice place to try a selection of tapas! I stopped in for a meal and saw assorted tapas…read morelining the countertops - it's about 2.80 euros for each piece and can pair nicely with a drink if you want to experience tapas with no pressure. Service is limited, and it's a casual bar feel. I'd say it's worth a try if you stay in the tapas bar and don't go further into the restaurant.

Great place with high quality food and a very authentic atmosphere. The meat was cooked perfectly…read moreand you can really feel the traditional approach to ingredients. Service was friendly and attentive, although at times a bit slow when the place got busy. Overall a very solid experience and definitely worth visiting if you enjoy classic cuisine. Would gladly come back.

Decent pintxos, good lunch, but not the most memorable spot…read more We stumbled into Txirimiri while wandering around El Born looking for a quick lunch. The place had a welcoming vibe, and pintxos were on offer, so we figured why not? Overall, it was a good lunch, but the selection of pintxos was pretty limited - not nearly as robust, creative, or flavorful as a few other places we'd tried earlier in the week across town. Nothing was bad, but nothing really stood out either. Service was okay - efficient but not particularly warm or engaging. You definitely get the sense this is a spot that sees a lot of tourists, and the staff may be a little weary of that constant flow. At the table next to us, a group of fellow American travelers were all eating burgers and fries... which kind of summed it up. That said, the location is convenient, and if you're nearby and want a quick bite in a casual setting, it's not a bad choice. Just don't expect to be blown away. 4 stars

I enjoyed this more than I thought I would. They are limited and once they've ran out, there's no…read moremore. I wouldn't be able to tell you what I got but it was 4 savory & 1 sweet. I didn't enjoy the service from the male on this evening, he seemed bothered by my questions. But the female was respectful and friendly. They also sell food off a menu but tapas might be best.