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    La Esquinita de Blai

    4.0 (25 reviews)
    InexpensiveSpanish, Tapas Bars

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    Helen Y.

    Another pinchos bar that we went based off of recommendations from various articles. We would recommend this place for its desserts! Food/Drink: Since this was the last stop of our pinchos bar hop, we only got one savory pinchos and one dessert. The ham croquette was a little disappointing and only tasted like ham and cheese sandwich. However, their black velvet cake was delicious. It tasted exactly the same as red velvet but it was dyed black and had oreo crumbs on top. Price: Like most places, there were many selections of 1 euro pinchos and 1.80 euro pinchos. Both looked delicious and had a large variety of food. Atmosphere: By 10 pm at night you would need to start waiting for tables as we had to since the restaurant itself was small and couldn't fit a lot of people. There is a terrace seating for larger groups however I read that it costs 10 cents extra. The place itself though was very lively on a Friday night and super close to other popular pincho bars in the area.

    Kristine H.

    Oookay so a funny story. We were originally planning to go to La Tasqueta de Blai, which was strongly recommended by a friend (and is literally just across this one). It was pouring rain and we just ended up coming here by a mistake because we took one look at the sign in the storm, just read "de Blai", and bolted in here. We came in, saw that they did the ponchos, so thought we were in the right place. We wish we could say it was a happy mistake, but mm no. The food wasn't bad, but nothing blew us away. Nothing had the oomph, because they'd all been sitting out in the display - so dishes that should be hot felt lukewarm at best. Flavors were okay, fairly straight-forward but again, not strong nor clearly directed. We were starving after a long day of walking, so we tried a fair share - maybe even too many - but as hungry as we were, food didn't really feel all that delicious. Regular picks were 1 eur each, and colored ones cost more- but none of the colored ones we've tried were much better. Perhaps we've been spoiled by the amazing food we've been having at more local spots in Spain?

    Noelle H.

    Like any of the pintxos places, some items will be better than others. I recommend the cold ones and would stray away from the fried items (cold and soggy). No need to pick the premium items, we didn't think they were worth =( however there were a handful of good ones! We ordered a pitcher of sangria which we both enjoyed. Service was quick!

    Noga M.

    I was on my way for some other tapas bar that was full and decided to stop here. Great decision. The food is really good and fresh. You can ask the waitress res to warm it. Great vegetarian options.

    Merry M.

    Yummy tapa bites on bread and delicious red sangria. Stumbled in here by accident. We were looking for the more popular place but this place was very similar. They have less tapa selections but they offer the same style and quality of food and service. If the other place next door is too crowded for you, come here! Perfect spot to meet with friends and enjoy drinks and eat some snacks. The regular toothpicks are 1 euro and the red topped picks are 1.80 euro. They also have a menu you can order off of if tapas aren't your thing. You order your drink at the bar, grab a plate and pick whatever you want, as much as you want and keep the tooth picks in a little jar where they total up how much you owe at the end. A definite honor system.

    Kate Lý J.

    Amazing tapas. So fulfilling and yummy. Best meal we've had in Barcelona. Loved the dessert, too. Would definitely come again!!

    Taking myself out for the first breakfast in town.

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    Cerveseria Catalana - Beef tenderloin with foie gras

    Cerveseria Catalana

    4.4(1.8k reviews)
    2.1 kmL'Eixample
    €€€

    Oh my goodness this is so good. If I ever go to Barcelona again I would come here…read more Must get: Steak with foie gras on bread 8/10: sooo decadent and luxurious. It's abt 8 euros a piece. Very flavorful and fast experience. Oxtail and mashed potatoes 10/10: the oxtail meet is so tender and flavorful. The mashed potatoes pair so well with the oxtail. Mushroom, steak, and egg yolk 9/10: soo flavorful and balance of veggies and protein. Amazing textures and flavors. Sparkling sangria: 8/10 I don't normally live the taste of alcohol but this was great. Not tooooo strong and if tastes pretty good if you mix it with the orange juice. Fresh orange juice: 10/10 so tangy and delicious. I can't recommend it enough. Patatas bravas: 9/10 solid no complaints! Dessert Tapas: - bread dessert (Tarija): 11/10 amazing dessert that is creamy, cameralized, and has a mochi like texture. This fried chewy dessert is not too sweet and such an affordable price. - coconut pudding 9/10 solid and refreshing if you like flan - bread, chocolate oil, salt 7/10: I live the complex flavors. The chocolate mousse was light and the bread to mousse ratio was perfect. It's a smaller dessert tho I wouldn't recommend it if ur sharing. Service: amazing! Staff I'm everywhere so it was very easy to order more food. Also we were sitting buy the area where they made dessert and they allowed me to record them making it!! Comfortable ambiance great for date night or casual meals!!!

    As an international traveling food critic and unbeknownst to the staff, the following is what I…read moreexperienced: - The host seated us next to a table of three self-absorbed, loud and obnoxiously nonstop talking late teens early twenties girls. - The food bus'ers attempted to deliver the wrong order to our and nearby tables five times. - The 1/2 order (three small slivers) tomato soaked bread (1/2 PA AMB TOMAQUET) was certainly not worth the €2.5! - The Greek Salad (ENS GREGA) was the worst example of such we have ever had (my party included an authentic Greek). The feta cheese was absolutely disgusting, it tasted like imitation rubber cheese. - The "Al Ajillo" Style Shrimps (GAMBES AMB ALLADA) had a very strange flavor within it, which overwhelmed the garlic flavors. - The Beef Tenderloin (FILET VEDELLA), she had to spit 1/4 of it out because it was too tough. - Everything was overpriced there for the value. If you are in the area DO NOT waste your time nor money dining here!!!

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    Cerveseria Catalana - Dining room

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    Cerveseria Catalana - Lenguado con calamares

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    Tapeo - Pork ribs - worth another trip to Europe just for this

    Tapeo

    4.6(632 reviews)
    1.9 kmSant Pere, Santa Caterina i la Ribera-Born
    €€

    Some meals stay with you forever, and this was one of them…read more The food here was, without question, some of the best I've ever had. The foie gras was absolutely unforgettable--rich, delicate, and simply to die for. The sangria was equally exceptional, fresh, balanced, and dangerously delicious. But what makes this place truly special is something that can't be captured on a menu. The atmosphere, the warmth, the way time seems to slow down... words simply can't do it justice. If you're visiting Barcelona, don't just come here for dinner. Come here to fall in love with the food, the city, the moment, or maybe even someone sitting across the table. An experience I'll never forget.

    My husband and I arrived to Barcelona late in the evening. We had read reviews that the food scene…read moreextended well into the night, so we decided that even though it was 10:30pm, we would still walk over to Tapeo and see if we had any luck getting seating. Well, the restaurant was cute and cozy with a great ambiance. With luck on our side, we found two seats at the bar and quickly ordered drinks. We ordered a pitcher of the sangria (because why not?). The sangria was delicious, refreshing, and made to order. It was definitely more authentic than what we're getting in America. We ordered the patatas bravas, tempura asparagus, the octopus, and the steak. It all came out as it became available. We couldn't decide what our favorite was, to be honest. We ordered an ice cream sandwich for dessert and quickly requested our bill. We didn't want to hold the staff up as we noticed they were cleaning the establishment and people were finishing up. Overall, what a great experience for our first meal in Barcelona! Cute and hidden gem.

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    Tapeo - Worked his butt off

    Worked his butt off

    Tapeo - Bone marrow with veal: exquisite

    Bone marrow with veal: exquisite

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    Restaurant Pasa Tapas

    Restaurant Pasa Tapas

    2.8(8 reviews)
    2.1 kmBarceloneta
    €€€

    Walking from Barceloneta Beach, I stumbled upon Pasa Tapas and lured in by a very affordable menu…read moredel dia at lunch. Alas it was pretty average but you do have a variety of options and it came with wine which was a nice bonus. Started with some fideuá but found this paella noodle dish a little one note. Ironically the fried whole fishes, which didn't look very appetizing, were surprisingly decent. Crispy fried and served next to some refreshing salad. A simple flan rounds out the meal on a sweet note. Mostly locals inside. Not a destination stop per se but good value at lunch if you happen to be walking by.

    Did not enjoy my experience at all, if not even ruined my experience with great paella!…read more Disclaimer: I went to this place as part of a Sandeman tapas tour. (Was absolute rubbish and waste of time) The service: minimal Food: Below average paella Portion: I have had bigger tapas for babies Drinks: I have no idea what was served. Some form of watered down alco that's neither here nor there All in all, not a good experience at all. Agree I went with Sandeman so part to blame would be them. But my view is that if you love food, care about your customers, love your business; then care for your brand and don't join crappy partnerships. And if you plan to do that; suck it up and serve proper food!

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    Restaurant Pasa Tapas - Special dishes - Pasa Tapas de la Barceloneta

    Special dishes - Pasa Tapas de la Barceloneta

    Restaurant Pasa Tapas - Special dishes - Pasa Tapas de la Barceloneta

    Special dishes - Pasa Tapas de la Barceloneta

    Restaurant Pasa Tapas - Special dishes - Pasa Tapas de la Barceloneta

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