If you want me to tell you about our experience at Mr. Porter, I'm going to have to tell you a…read morestory a fairly long story. Please bear with me. Please stay tuned because our experience is a bit bizarre, and when I say bizarre, I do not mean bad; our experience was absolutely fantastic. It just took an unusual twist.
We have been to Mr. Porter twice. The first time was over a year ago, and the second was just recently.
The first time had been a very busy day, just seeing all the wonderful sights of Barcelona. At the end of an absolutely fantastic day, we were famished and wanted a great meal and something romantic.
After checking local reviews, we decided Mr. Porter would fit exactly what we were looking for. Turning on the GPS, we walked to Mr. Porter and found a very exotic entrance with an intriguing sign and logo. Opening up the large doors and entering the gateway to what was a very exotic even sexy entrance to what would certainly be a charming and romantic experience. At the end of the hallway we stepped through a black curtain to the hostess, a woman completely decked out in a black evening gown. She asked if we had reservations. Fear and trepidation overtook us as we replied no; she smiled and said I have something special for you.
She seated us at a large booth in a corner that was ideal for a romantic dinner. The ambiance was perfect, and the candlelight made things even more charming. The service was impeccable and what you would expect from a five-star restaurant. Our dinner that night was absolutely spot on, with us splitting the Porthouse. Perfect char, temperature, and flavor.
The wine was ideal and not pricey.
Dessert was served on a salt block, which was intriguing. It was enough that we now cook with a salt block at home.
As mentioned, service was amazing. Right there at the perfect time never there too much.
We finished the night with stars in our eyes.
Fast forward to this last trip. Needless to say, we love Barcelona. I mean, who wouldn't!
Last time here we stayed at the Le Meridien, and this time we were staying at Sir Victor. Sir Victor and Mister Porter are attached. So when you check into the hotel, you can see into Mr Porter. However, from this view, the restaurant entrance is totally different. Wide open, well lit, and a bar that is now the focal point. It feels different.
We were up for an interactive dinner and chose to make a reservation for the chef's counter.
Once again, the service was five-star, and the food and the atmosphere were just unbelievable. Oh oh oh soooo good!
Engagement at the chef's counter was a special treat.
This was so good yet oh so different. We actually thought we were at a different location. We thought it was a second Mr. Porter location in Barcelona.
When leaving, we told the hostess we had an incredible evening, and we were glad that we were able to try both of their Barcelona restaurants.
She smiled and said we only have one. I was like, no, the one we were at before had this great exotic entrance, red lighting, very sexy; you come through a curtain and very romantic tables.
Her smile was bigger, and in professional tones she said Come with me.
We followed to a long black curtain; she pulled it back and asked whether the entrance had looked like this.
Oh my yes, yes it did!
She walked, and we followed. Perhaps you sat here?
The restaurant took on a completely different look. We laughed; she laughed.
Same restaurant a year later, totally different vibe and appearance. So much so we thought it was a different spot.
We can't wait to go back.
One of our favorite restaurants in the world.
Try it and have your own very unique experience.
