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Arenal Restaurant

3.3 (28 reviews)
Closed 1:00 pm - 11:45 PM

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Moderate noise
Good for kids
Good for groups
Outdoor seating

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Fish soup... WITHOUT FISH!  But.. there was rice!
Marta T.

OMG!!! Worst money spend EVER!! I havE NEVER been SO DISAPOINTED!!! We made an order and they brought drinks in tje same time as food ( about 20min from order), but that was the smallest.. The Chefs fish soup was cold and with 3 mussels (1 of them was only a shell) and 3 clams and rice... THAT'S IT!!!! For 13€!!! I try few spoons and didn't eat it.. It was DISCUSTING!!! And fritten squids was in old oil and cold!!! The Caipirina was without alcohol (we tried another one in a bar next to this place and there was generosly made cocktail).

Excellent and strong red sangria!
Danielle D.

Absolutely my favorite meal in Barcelona. I'd return just to order another plate of tomato bread. It's not a complicated dish and nearly every restaurant serves it. But the bread Arenal used, they way they grilled it and served it with good olive oil and flaked sea salt made tomato bread very, very memorable. But there's more! The sangria was the BEST in Barcelona (and we tried a lot!). The red sangria was perfect - full of triple sec and fruit, not at all watered down with soda or juice! The house olives were addictive. Olives brined with hot peppers, pickles and carrots - delicious. The paella was wonderful. Flavorful but not salty rice full of seafood. Their dish even included small scallops and diced calamari mixed with the rice. The shellfish was fresh and tender. The grilled razor clams were a little sandy but so yummy in their garlic sauce, we barely cared. And the cod fritters came with a tomato jam that really added so much to the fried fish. I loved that Arenal took every dish and added something to it to make it different, more delicious, and memorable. As for location, you can't get much better. Tables are set up right next to the sand. If you get a table along the edge, you can keep one foot on the beach. They shade tables during the day and turn on heaters at night. The only downside is that Arenal is not open on Sundays. We tried to eat here for a third (and last) time during the trip and were SO disappointed it was closed. The other place we tried couldn't compare.

the side of the mixed seafood platter - mussels
Marc H.

A very good tiny beach restaurant you would miss, by just walking by. BUT, you need to stop and get the tapas and seafood platter. it's really worth it!!! Mixed tapas as starter and then choose your main course which will satisfy you even more. the view from the beach side to the oacean is just awesome. Go and check it out, but please call first - it's quite a busy spot with lots of locals people!

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Our seafood paella was delicious, but the vegetarian options - gazpacho and grilled vegetables with romesco - were honestly even better!

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Cerveseria Catalana - fried artichoke

Cerveseria Catalana

4.4(1.8k reviews)
3.0 kmL'Eixample
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It's been a decade since I came here for my first Tapas in BCN. This is where I realized there was…read morea lot of my peeps that works there and it's nice to feel at home, lol. This was recommended by friends awhile back, I remembered the modern ambiance, amazing Tapas, friendly service and the place was as busy then until now. For this big restaurant caliber, it's pretty crowded yet they do a good job with a fast turnaround. We did the early Dinner and by the time we got out there was already a long line for late Diners. The fact that even after a decade, it's rare that I go back to the same spot let alone they're still around after all these years. You already know that tells a lot and I feel bad for those who didn't have the same great experience, hope they give it another shot. See y'all soon! Salut, Vermouth!

First time in Barcelona and first time time here. It was a fun experience with some good service…read moreand delicious food. Sit inside if you do not like cigarette smoke, which does occur. For an early dinner by Spanish time, we started with the croquettes. Crip and wonderful. Then the tenderloin which was taste as well, though we should have a sales what is on the top. It seemed like mostly a flavored fat. The tomato with toast was lovely. Soaked with natural tomato juice. The skewered prawns were the best. Get them. And we ended with coconut pudding. It was like a flan with a coconut base. All together fun and delicious!

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Cañete - lobster croquettes

Cañete

4.6(574 reviews)
1.8 kmEl Raval
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Wow, this meal was so good I literally made another reservation after we left. This place might be…read moreadvertised as a tapas restaurant, but it's much more than that. The service was excellent, our server spoke English and knew so much about American pop culture. He even sang NSYNC songs to us while serving us dishes. As for the food let's get into it: - Lobster Croquettes (8/10) We've had a lot of croquettes this trip, but these were on another level, get one per person. - Paella (7.5/10) Different style of paella from other places we went. It was almost like a paella curry, which was still rich and delicious. - Squid Sandwich (10/10) This is hands down the best appetizer I've ever had. The squid was packed with flavor and the mayo sauce they used paired perfectly. Order one per person, and be prepared to order another to go. - Garlic Shrimp (8/10) Solid entree paired with sourdough bread. Dip that bread into the sauce and you'll be satisfied. - Aged Beef Steak w/ Foie Gras (9/10) This might be one of the best steak dishes I've had traveling abroad. It was cooked perfectly, and came with a potato crust on the bottom and Foie Gras on top. Definitely a must order. Overall a great experience, from the service and ambiance to the quality of the food, this is a must try when visiting Barcelona. Would I go again? Absolutely!

BLUF: not only one of the best meals I've had but also one of the best dining experiences I've ever…read morehad. If you're in Barcelona this MUST be at the top of your list. Cañete was booked out for 2 weeks straight, so we decided to risk it and see if we could get a spot as walk-ins; and were lucky enough to want less than 5 minutes before being sat at the "bar" in front of the open kitchen, which is honestly the best seat in the house IMHO. You get to see all the 'action' and interact with the friendly and often funny staff. Everything in the menu we tried was fantastic, but a few standouts for me were the squid sandwich (do yourself a favor and try it, even if you aren't a "squid person" the bread is fresh, and the butter garlic sauce they use should be sold in bottles at the supermarket), the lobster croquet was refreshing, and the aged beef steak with foie and truffle sauce was delicious and cooked to perfection.

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Cañete - Packed with locals - Faiyoh!! (Uncle Roger)

Packed with locals - Faiyoh!! (Uncle Roger)

Cañete - Lobster croquettes

Lobster croquettes

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Arcano Restaurant Barcelona

Arcano Restaurant Barcelona

4.5(415 reviews)
1.3 kmSant Pere, Santa Caterina i la Ribera-Born
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This was our first night in Spain at the beginning of a 2 week trip -- and might have been the best…read moremeal we had. We made a reservation a month in advance as this place is popular. Gorgeous Cave-Like setting right in the heart of The Gothic Quarter. For food we got: - both Peach and Red Sangria's - maybe the best in Spain. 15 Euros so not cheap - Pan Con Tomate - first time having this dish -- great, - Iberian "Pluma" Acorn Fed Pork - so tender and amazing! - Cod (Bacalao) - perfectly baked I must give a shout out to our amazing waiter LUCAS who spoke excellent english and gave some perfect recommendations. We got here at 7:30 and it was quiet -- but quickly filled up and was totally full by 8:30. It's more expensive than most restaurants but for that you get quality service, superb food, linen napkins, and soft jazz music. We wanted to come again the next night but it was totally booked! Trip Advisor rates this as #57 (as of May 2026) but I think it should be in the top 10. Book a table early guys -- this restaurant will not disappoint you!

The Bacalao (Atlantic Cod) was the best fish dish of my life! Served atop Trinxat, a traditional…read moreCatalan dish of cabbage and potato. Topped with fig jam. I loved the Forest Sangria. A far cry from the Sangria served in tourist spots, this is the real deal. BF loved the Island Sangria. Highly recommend Pluma Iberica for pork eaters. Served with a delicious peanut sauce. Lucas took excellent care of us. First class waiter. The restaurant is in what appears to be a cave. Delightful atmosphere. Very classy with linen napkins, etc. A little more expensive than some other local restaurants but worth it. Outstanding value. Be sure to reserve a table in advance.

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Arenal Restaurant - mediterranean - Updated June 2026

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