Absolutely loved this place! We were seated outside on the patio and the service began almost…read moreimmediately. The server was welcoming and was glad to speak in English with us. The outdoor ambiance was great as the street was lined with restaurants and lights. We had a few drinks and munched on some perfectly cooked prawns in garlic and olive oil. The prawns were soft and naturally sweet. The dash of garlic made it all good.

2.5 stars. Food was over salted, from the peppers, calamari, specialty (Market Price) tuna fish…read moredel dia. I would keep walking down the Rambla for further options. It was a miss! Wouldn't recommend it and the lack of follow up when I asked fit items twice added to the lack luster star rating. Check out Caffe Blu towards the water for better food & service.

We visited Palermo while staying at the Roommate Carla Hotel. We weren't sure what to expect. It's…read morea very quaint restaurant with friendly people! We chose to dine inside as it was quit hot outside. I have a huge rosemary allergy, and even with the language barrier they were quick to help me find what I could order. The food was amazing! Tomato bread was interestingly good, and Patatas Bravas quickly became my favorite dish in Spain! My husband ordered a steak and there was more than enough for 4 of us with leftovers! I hope to visit again one day!!

The food was good and decently priced; however, I was charged incorrectly for what I ordered. When…read moreI mentioned the discrepancy on my receipt, I was told the sangria tinto and cava were the same price but I remember there being a euro difference from reading the menu. Also, I was charged 1 euro more than I should have been for no reason. Foreigners beware!

Exceptionally good! Tapas with a twist, meticulously executed to truly bring out the flavor…read moreprofiles. Our server was very attentive and knowledgeable. The restaurant doesn't look like much when you first arrive but the experience transforms as you pass the show kitchen and enter the intimate dining room, filled with artwork and an impressive wine display

This place was part of our food tour, and it was probably the best stop!…read more We had several tapas including patatas bravas, smoked mussels, beef tartare sliders, mushrooms, duck and mushroom cannelloni, sorbet for dessert, and endless wine! Each plate was presented beautifully, the flavors were fresh, and my new friends and I were stuffed to the brim after our visit here. This place will probably earn a Michelin star soon, so we're glad we were able to visit before fares get high!

The best jamon we had in Barcelona. A small little shop with a few tables, much quieter and better…read morequality than the bustling La Boqueria during lunchtime. We couldn't decide what else to get besides the jamon iberico de bellota, so the waitress suggested we try the chorizo and one I think was called copa. The jamon iberico de bellota was the best of the 3 meats. I liked the chorizo a lot, too. The other cut was a little stronger/funkier if you're into that - my husband liked it more than the chorizo. The menu was on the tables via QR code. Staff was friendly, helpful, relaxed, and not pushy.

Absolutely amazing and fresh meat and cheese. The server hooked us up with a fantastic sample…read more Coupled with great wine, this place was outstanding. Our cab driver did advise us to come to this area only during the daylight hours as crime, especially pickpocketing is rampant in this area. The place was spectacular and authentic!

Cozy restaurant with a rustic interior- you feel like you're in the countryside. Went for lunch and…read moreenjoyed a prix-fixe 3-course lunch menu. Favorite dishes were the eggplant parm, the paella, and the Moroccan sausage with couscous. Also tried the cod and the market fish, both which were lightly fried, and tasted standard, decent but not special. The desserts were strange and fine for a sweet tooth. Probably should've stuck with fruits, which you cannot get mixed. If you choose the peach, it will come whole and you eat it as you please.

This was an amazing lunch spot away from the bustle of the main streets. I got here around 1:15 and…read morethe bottom was nearly full so we headed to the top. By the time we left at 2:30 there was a line waiting to sit. They offer menus in both Catalan and English, written on paper since it appears to change daily. You order a starter, a main dish, and a dessert for €11.50 though some items may cost extra. My husband and I both had the paella to start and it was by far the best paella of our trip. So flavorful! My husband had the pork ribs with apple sauce and liked it but the all-star dish was their cod with tomato sauce (an extra €3 but totally worth it). We each ordered ice cream for dessert as we were stuffed and it was just a little pre-packaged container- nothing fancy but appreciated. The staff was very understanding of two tourists looking for a quiet place to grab some warm food. The environment is intimate but welcoming. It felt full of locals on break from work rather than a tourist trap like many spots you might see a few streets away.

At at Porvenir twice in about 5 days in Barcelona, because my wife and I really like shellfish, and…read morewe weren't making it much further west in Spain in this trip...so we had to find the best Gallegan place in Barcelona. Favorite was probably the scallops, which were served on the half shell; so sweet and flavorful. Cigales, which are kind of like mini langostines, were great, and this is of course something we don't see in New York much. Outstanding octopus. A little pricey, but big portions and delicious. Cheapest pan con tomate I saw, so highly recommend adding this onto your order. Likewise, went for house white wine on both visits and was quite happy. Ate outside one night which was nice. Inside was also comfortable. Standard spanish decor, not fancy, which was totally fine. Service was nice even if stretched a little thin at times.

I came here to treat myself for my last night in Barcelona this trip. When I got there around…read more8:30pm, I was surprised when it wasn't that busy because of the great Google reviews, but it quickly got crowded. Since I was dining alone, I only had the seafood paella. Typically places would recommend 2 ppl to share a paella, but this is very manageable alone. I'm no paella connoisseur, but I thought it was cooked really well. At first I thought it would be incredibly salty because of all the seafood, but it was just right. The rice was adequately cooked in the sauce and not too mushy. The mussels, shrimp, and crawfish were perfect too.

On our final night in Barcelona, we wanted to wrap our our stay with more of a fine dining…read morerestaurant, but also a spot that locals would go dine as well. Our hotel concierge recommended L'Olive as a spot for us to try and I'm glad they did! We made reservations about a month or so in advance and we arrived at our dining time and was warmly greeted by the host and also were greeted even by the kitchen chef team as we were walking to our table. The restaurant is pretty large and is very elegant, a true fine dining establishment! The server came by a few minutes later and greeted us as well and provided us with our menus and offered to answer any initial questions we had. They brought some olives and a few pieces of ham as complimentary starters and we ordered wine by the glass for I believe around 5 or 6 euros a glass. The wine was very tasty and a great value. The starters were also a nice touch as well! For appetizers, we ordered the Catalan bread for 4 euros, along with the croquettes for 3 euros each. Both were great choices for starters, and we enjoyed all of them! We also ordered the Gazpacho soup which was on their specials for the night, and it was absolutely outstanding! It tasted very fresh and the server also brought soup toppings by as well which we were able to select from. We ordered the Grilled Beef Filet, including fries for 34 euros each and the cut of meat was absolutely amazing! All food we tried was amazing and very flavorful and was a standout meal from our trip. We highly recommend trying the restaurant if you're in Barcelona!

Service: A friend recommended that check out L'Olive while in Barcelona and I'm glad we went! I…read moreenjoyed the quick and accommodating dinner service. The interior of the dimly lit restaurant was also stunning! Food: For appetizers, the restaurant provides the most delicious, fresh olives and bread. For my entree, I ordered the paella and was happy that I did. The restaurant will present the paella in a flat pan and then place it on a plate for you - I loved this presentation and the attention to detail! It was very filling and appetizing. Recommendation: Overall, I would recommend trying out this restaurant.

Found this restaurant walking on our way back from Park Güell to Sagrada Familia. ( about 8minute…read morewalk from SF). This was the first time my husband and I tried Paella and tapas and we were not disappointed. Everything was tasty! We had seafood paella, fried calamari, bread with tomato sauce, shrimp and of course sangria! (See pictures I posted). Our waiter was nice and very attentive. I definitely recommend this place.

We stopped by this restaurant on our way to La Sagrada Familia from Park Güell. We went around 3pm…read moreon a Wednesday and there was plenty of indoor/outdoor seating, although still with a decent amount of customers. We received great service and the food was pretty yummy. We also got free bottled water for the table (hopefully that wasn't a mistake)! My boyfriend and I skipped the appetizers and had Paella Mixta with a dish of Calamaris. The serving sizes were perfect for us. While I do wish the calamaris came with a sauce, I was glad they weren't overly fried and crusty. The paella was especially yummy. It was definitely a different take on the classic dish I'm used to; then again this is my first trip to Spain so maybe it's relatively common. I don't remember it having much (or any) seafood, but it had delicious sausage, green beans, and a light saucy flavor, among other ingredients. We made a great choice to come here! I'd definitely go back and try more dishes.