It's the main walking street in the city centre... it has lots of eating joints, bars, souvenir shops...don't miss having some of the awesome ice creams and frozen yoghurts. There are lots of people walking up and down this street at all times... and close by are all the big stores for all the shopping that you may want to do. Since it's a long street to walk, it's best to wear comfortable walking footwear... walk around and enjoy the street! Due to the unfortunate attacks last month, there is a lot of police presence... and there is a small memorial with lots of flowers, candles, tea lights , soft toys, etc placed there for people to come and pay their respects! read more

This place is great. Its quiet the experience. Very busy, especially at night. Great selection of restaurants, gelato, coffee and many more goodies. They have a ton of places to buy souvenirs. read more

Perfect stroll to look and taste! Food is great and also the selection of the small little kiosks makes this a must visit in Barcelona. Taking photos of all the colorful dishes and offerings is a must for your Instagram!! read more

La Ramblas is a great place during the day, but a bit busy and full of pick-pockets etc so watch out! just keep your bag close and your wallet in a front pocket, away from sneaky fingers! At night it really comes alive, with all the restaurants busy (dont be pulled in by these by the way, make sure you check out the smaller non-tourist traps down the side streets) and entertainment on late into the night. We stayed in an apartment just off La Ramblas and it was pretty cheap, there were 8 of us though. so accommodation can be found nearby. It is intensely busy during the day, and in the height of summer it can be a bit much if your sensitive to the heat, so make sure you have your siesta! Barcelona is one of my favourite cities, this long street is the heart of it all and famous throughout the world! read more

Las Ramblas - From Above! - Local Flavor Near Me - Barcelona, B

Truly, I don't understand the hype. Maybe I'm just getting crankier because I remember loving walking along Las Ramblas the last time I visited Barcelona ten years ago. This time, all I found were overpriced restaurants, hordes of tourists, cheap souvenirs - it's not really my cup of tea. However, exploring the alleys off Las Ramblas is so much fun and full of amazing discoveries. People-watching is probably the best thing you can do on Las Ramblas - that's something that never disappoints. read more

It was awesome I walked from the beach the whole way up to square. It is amazing you must check out the open air market it's incredible with lots to eat. Tons of shops and restaurants the whole length of the street o went on a sight seeing bus which I say is a must. Also explore the side streets. read more

This is an interesting one. When people found out I was traveling to Barcelona, nearly all of them told me I had to go to 'Las Ramblas.' 'What is it?,' I asked. 'Oh, it's like the Champs Elysees!' Oh, okay. I liked walking the Champs Elysees. I liked the hustle bustle, window shopping and people watching. This should be fun. Well. I liked Las Ramblas... but it's not the Champs Elysees. Las Ramblas is Miami Beach's Lincoln Road only with more spoken English. It's long. It's touristy. It's beset with shops, hotels, gorgeous architecture, mature shade trees, tourists, cruise ship passengers (the port is close by), frustrated (with tourists) locals, TMB stops, (overpriced) restaurants and bars, street vendors, street performers (why do people pay people for spraying themselves in paint and sitting still? How did this become a thing?), and street walkers. Yes, there are honest-to-goodness (badness?) ladies of the night prowling Las Ramblas. This isn't a guess. It's evident. It's also sad. I didn't know people actually worked corners. I thought all that stuff was online. Even worse was seeing the fellas they took for clients. Yeesh. But for that one, unfortunate, blip, Las Ramblas is an interesting study of humanity. I would suggest seeing it just for the spectacle but I don't know that I would make it an active part of a trip to Barcelona. I stayed in the neighborhood so it was easily accessible to me PLUS it was where the mercat de la boqueria is so, I guess, it's impossible to avoid Las Ramblas because you have have have to go to that market. Hmm. Okay. Forget the stuff I wrote above. Come here. Walk quickly. Look around. Buy all the fruit/meat/fish/flowers/chocolate. Don't patronize the lovely ladies. read more

You might think I'm crazy for giving this place three stars, but after 11 pm it's almost impossible to walk through this street because of all of the homeless people harassing you for money left and right. The only good thing about this street is the market. Very packed, too many tourists and a huge risk of pick-pocketing. However, this place is the best place to buy souvenirs. Street performers like human statues and there are restaurants. At the beginning of the street, there is a statue of Christofer Columbus pointing to America, so that was cool to see. read more

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This is the main shopping strip in the tourist area. Yes, there are tons of little shops you can run in and out of. Take a walk down the middle of the strip and check out the stores. There are artists out performing, people enjoying their meals with the outdoor seating. read more

Every review seemed to have captured the details about Las Ramblas. Great job Yelpers! This is a place where tourists and locals unite. You can spend a whole day here exploring, buying, eating, people-watching and just absorbing the shenanigans of everyday life in Barcelona. Walk around the gothic quarters and get lost wandering every corner of this area. The architecture and facades are nothing short of spectacular. Make sure to check out La Boqueria... this place is heaven for foodies. Get bold n try the Iberian ham - don't forget the sangria. I was told the meat was tender and had a nutty taste. Best eaten right away or they get hard (that's what he said)! Anywhoo... Keep walking to the end of Las Ramblas, veer left and pass a mini farmer's market street full of vendors selling roasted nuts, candies, refreshments. You should see Hotel W. Head there and land at the beach area. Here you can rent chairs & umbrellas and wait for the bar to come to you... bikini tops are optional. Clothing optional. All are warned of pick pocketers in Las Ramblas including the beach. My experience was pleasant... no pickpockets in sight especially with police patrolling the streets. However, the vibe changes at night so beware. read more

Ugh! This about sums up my impression of Las Ramblas. WAY crowded & way too many shady pickpockets. We didn't lose anything b/c we were city smart but it was a little disconcerting to constantly feel like we were being assessed for potential theft & forced to keep hands on all our belongings......makes it difficult to enjoy the surroundings or anything the city has to offer New York's Times Square isn't this bad crowd-wise & it comes nowhere close our experience strolling along the Champs Elysees!! They have all the shops & cafes you see everywhere like Apple, H&M, Starbucks. There is no charm or quaint mom & pop to be found here - it's all hustle-bustle. Emphasis on the hustle Cheesy booths selling all kinds of knock-off souvenirs & guys roaming around the place to get you into their club or with these completely annoying squeaking toys for the kids Not a fan! read more

if you only have a few hours to spend in barcelona, it should be spent at las ramblas. why? you will get a true taste of barca here, as you will see food vendors, gelato stands, souvenir pop-up shops, street vendors (selling very odd things), locals, tourists, and even the pickpocketers. yes, you need to carefully watch your handbag, wallet, and any other bags you're carrying b/c if you don't, it might not be there when you look down! we came here several times during our stay in this beautiful city, and enjoyed strolling up and down this bustling plaza, enjoying our gelato. this also proved to be a great place to shop for souvenirs as i found myself here a few hours before we left the city in an effort to pick up any last minute gifts for friends back in the states. just like nyc's times square, this place never sleeps as there was always something happening here. and don't forget your camera when you visit! read more

Its the essence of Barcelona when instead of seeing a museum, you should spend your time strolling and people watching. Les ramblas is always a treat to walk down and see all of the human statues and see what cheap stuff it is being hawked. I, personally, am not a fan of how crowded it is, and am always paranoid about being pick pocketed (this is the place to be pick pocketed if anywhere). Also, I wouldn't advise shopping or eating here. It is cheap souvenir shops and poor paella imitations. Instead, cut down a narrow road a block or two to see the more hidden offerings. read more

If you are from the northeast US (the best part of the US, by the way)... If you love people-watching while chillin on the jersey shore boardwalk or mixing it up in tourist-infested manhattan street fairs... ...then you'll love spending time on Las Ramblas. I literally spent 6 hours walking up and down this street, eating tons of food, buying tons of useless cool things, donating to the street performers, people scoping and just chillaxin. I also saw some tourists getting pick-pocketed....which apparently happens quite often. These friggin Catalans sure know how to entertain. read more

Yes, this is tourist trap, if you don't like crowds I suggest you avoid La Rambla. Yes, there are pick pockets all over the place, my bf and I had a very interesting experience with them, but managed to hold on to our valuables, it helps that my bf is fit & fast! BUT, it's a great way to people watch, grab a few street paintings, stroll your way down to the Playa de la Barcelonetta. Flowers, gelato, cafes and all sorts of trinkets can be distracting, but it adds to the charm of the place. We rented a big apartment in Barcelona with our street connecting directly into the thick of this promenade. One of my biggest fascinations with Barcelona, and there are oh so many, was how alive it became every day/night from morning to siesta and again from 11 pm to at least 4 am. Young, old, families, couples, tourists create a crazy sort of urban dance all over the streets. We happened to be here during the time of Sonar Music Festival as well as UEFA Euro 2012, which contributed to crowds and late night debauchery, but I wouldn't have it any other way. Make sure to stop by Mercat de la Boqueria to get some jamon Serrano and tapas! read more

I have such fond memories of this beautiful street, and although I haven't traversed back to Barcelona since I was seventeen (frighteningly, that was ten years ago), the scent, atmosphere, and vivacity is strong in my mind. It's certainly a tourist destination, and where in other places this might taint the experience, here it is not so. You can fall in love with the city right here, in amongst the pickpockets and human statues, discover a number of faces you didn't know you had with the many street artists along the way, pick any number of delightful cafés to pause and collect your thoughts or simply pass the time browsing with your head toward the sky. There's nothing I could add that hasn't already been told, and beautifully so if the online translator serves me right, but for the sake of nostalgia I wanted to add my piece. I'm longing to return here to soak in the sunshine and spirit, and catch a late afternoon beer after having re-discovered the arts of the city. As a magpie for anything that sparkles there's plenty to purchase, with a vast array of market trader types selling their wares if memory serves, and I can even remember discovering an Irish bar some way along the street that was most welcoming. I remember we were told a number of elaborate things about the pickpockets, such as not to catch a bouncing ball if one came to you (a bizarre tactic, surely!) and that you should always have your bag zipped up and in front of you. I'm sure you can't be too careful, but in all honesty we didn't have any trouble during our stay, and walked up Las Ramblas at least once a day if not more. If Briggate is the heart of Leeds, being the shopping street central, then Las Ramblas surely is the essence of Barcelona. To be honest, it's an awful comparison and highlights the differences between the cities - the best of Leeds is hidden away from the central space, and whilst this may be true in part with this city, Las Ramblas is utterly fantastic. And now I'm utterly rambling, so I shall leave it there. A gorgeous city, and a fantastic and iconic street. You must go! read more

I love Las Ramblas! If you haven't been here, it a long street with lots of trees and bars and shops on the sides and vendors and street performers in the middle. The restaurants in the middle where you sit outside are a little pricey. Your better off going in one of the restaurants/bars and having a meal. I specifically remember going to Sports Bar. Yes thats the name of the place! haha in there they have interesting sports memorabilia. This jersey signed by Ronaldinho, etc. You get the point. But back to Las Ramblas... Its a really long street. I recommend checking it out both at night and during the day. If highly recommend check it out at day first so you know where your going at night. The side streets are not well lit and pretty dark. So if your not in a group BE CAREFUL!!! I heard lot about pickpocketers lurking around a night so i didn't carry much when we went out at night there, especially the southern part of Las Ramblas. During our visit to Las Ramblas we joined in on a pub crawl, where a guide took a group of us, (My 2 friends and i + a group of 20-30 tourists) to 4 bars + 1 club for 15€ a person. That included a free shot at each bar and discounted drinks! IT WAS WELL WORTH IT!!! We got fucking shit faced by the 3rd bar :) But the pub crawl started on one of the side streets off Las Ramblas, our guide took us down a long dark alley, which seemed a little sketchy but we were a group of 3 guys so i didn't think much of it. Most of the bars were off the side streets off Las Ramblas one was next to Plaça Reial! We didn't even know we were in Plaça Reial until i saw the videos i took! That place is gorgeous! Also the vendors in the middle of the street sell their souvenirs pretty cheap so get your souvenirs there. There are some vendors that don't have stands, those vendors you can bargain with. Word of advice: Start low! haha How to get there: take the subway! Don't forget the subways close at 1am though. There's a metro/subway entrance at the northern most part of Las Ramblas save your money for the taxi ride home. read more

I'm not saying avoid it, sure it's worth a look, but I wouldn't plan on spending too much time there. There's soooo many more interesting places to visit in this amazing city. Las Ramblas is a convenient way to get to some great destinations in the area like La Boqueria market, La Pallaresa and the other shops around calle Petrixol, but other than that, it's very toursity, with souvenir shops every 20 feet, overpriced mediocre restaurants, American fast food chains, and pickpockets galore. read more

3.5 stars. So here is the place that everyone is talking about. It's cool and there are literally shops lining the streets. I don't get what makes it so special other than all the people. Yea I would come back here again but that's mainly to enter la boqueira and get some fresh juice and foods. There are a hundred tourist stores which sell mostly the same stuff so make sure to shop around because it sucks seeing something you just bought for several euros cheaper. Oh and be sure not to have your valuables in a place where they can easily be lifted. Tourists are targeted here because it's crowded and a simple bump can mean your wallet. Just be alert and have fun! read more

When I came to Spain and I saw people partying, I thought to myself: WTF! Las Ramblas is the main thoroughfare in Barcelona - its crowded all day, all night. The gift and curse is that you will see everything here: street performers, pick pockets, Elephant Man (a guy walking around with his body painted junk out), prostitutes who grab you by the arm to whisk you away, vendors selling Estrella beer for one euro on the street, etc. La gente esta muy loca. Just find a seat, order the biggest drink you can get, and enjoy all of the people watching. If you get tired of people watching, you can go shopping, stroll through the Mercat de la Boqueria (one of the most diverse food markets in the world), or walk to the end of Las Ramblas to find the sea (and eventually the beach). read more

What a stunning "taste" of Spain. Wonderful people. So clean. Must see Farmers Market right in the middle of Las Ramblas. This is the place to always come back to. read more

Of course you have to go there, but quick, make a photo and that's it. There are so many interesting places out in the city.. It is a long tourist trap and most of it is too expensive and you can find it better some were else. Yes, shame on me: I got my wallet stolen. So watch out there are plenty of thieves in that area. Take care! read more

Best: serves as a great landmark to orient yourself in Barcelona, la boqueria is conveniently located off of Las Ramblas and SO worth your time/money/energy, and fun to take photos and experience all the activity Worst: food (don't eat here--all the locals say it is more expensive and not as good), many tourists which make it hard to get around quickly if you are short on time, souvenir shopping is pricier, & the guys with the stupid whistles In-short: use it as a place to orient yourself. Definitely visit. Don't feel like you need to stay and spend your money here unless it is at La Boqueria. read more

A must when visiting Barcelona. Lots of shops, people watching...just make sure to keep your purse zipped and in front of you! read more

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If you're looking to people watch, this is the place to be. We frequented Las Ramblas, as you can get breakfast, take a walk, sit down for coffee, go shopping, grab an ice cream, eat lunch, get some drinks, take another walk, grab dinner, and find some great bars all within a five block radius. I also bought some souvenirs for everyone from a quaint little shop in the area (avoid the stores in the middle theyre all bleh). Obviously its packed because its the boulevard and HELLO youre in Barcelona ! So protect your belongings like you should do all the time because life. read more

Las Ramblas is a cattle shoot of tourists. There is a steady stream of people morning, noon and night, filled street vendors, performers and artists camp out to cater to the throngs of people. There are many small eateries that speckle this stretch of Barcelona, we actually ran into some friends from our cruise and sat down with them as they ate, the food was really not impressive, as mentioned by other reviewers, however the people watching was fascinating and with some sangria, we made do. Souvenir shops line both sides of the throughway, you can get everything and anything here. We actually picked up a beautiful oil painting from one of the local artist, we really were able to widdle down the price and now every time we look at it, it makes me think of our time here. You can also pick up the red Hop-on-Hop-off bus here, it is a really great way to get and overview of Barcelona if you have the time, then you can ride it back to an area that you want to see later. Beware, there is some kind of werid bird whistling that they do here and in Madrid as well, it was non-stop and really grated on my nerves! We did not encounter any pick pocketers, but the concierge at the W did warn us before hand. (But let's be honest, any seasoned travel should already know this) I would highly recommend taking a stroll there here just to check out the scene at least once, it won't entertain you for hours on end, but it is somethign to see! read more

I loved (as a tourist) hanging out on Las Ramblas - and people watching, snacking and going to the market. Tons of kitschy tourist shops and street performers. (And throngs of crowds and pick-pockets abound - so don't be stupid! Keep your wallet close and don;t flash your cash). Love it! Not nearly enough time here - so I can't wait to come back. read more

OK. You have to go. Then get the eff out. But good luck because it's absolute madness. The only reason I walk up this street is to get tot he Mercat de Bouqueria. IMO, this street is full of nothing but overpriced patios, giant chain stores and pickpockets looking for unsuspecting tourists. If you like Yonge and Dundas Square here in Toronto, you might like Las Ramblas. Otherwise, there are far cooler streets in Barcelona. read more

I really enjoyed promenading up and down this boulevard each year, both by myself and with the Hubby. It's certainly touristy, full of inane tchotchkes, and no, I haven't ever bought anything here or eaten here, but I enjoy looking at all the pretty flowers and wares for sale and all the different people. Yes, even the very persistent homeless drug addict with bad teeth who followed me for a while and kept trying to hit on me (and I'm not the best looking chick, the low criteria of being alone will do it), but a firm 'get the f*** away from me' in Spanish will take care of it. Yes, I may look sheltered and classy, but I can get nasty when I have to. Yes, I had my small messenger bag plastered to my front, as you should always watch your belongings in any place that's tourist central. To go or not to go? Go. Just spend 15 minutes walking along here on your way to the Boqueria and all the little side alleys full of wonderful surprises, which is a must-visit. Just know what you're in for, and enjoy. read more

My opinion: definitely NOT a must do. In fact, a must SKIP. Absolutely swarming with prey, I mean tourists, it's a haven for scams and theft, while offering nothing in return for the risk. Guess I don't get it. The food is terrible and overpriced, people are constantly trying to sell you drugs, toy helicopters, beer, or those UNBELIEVABLY annoying squeeky mouth things. Some would rather cut out the crappy wares and just steal from you. I can't imagine why anyone would want to spend any time here. And to top off the crap sundae that is Las Ramblas: the "waterfront" at the end isn't even halfway decent. Head over to El Born instead to have great food and coffee, or some handmade shoes and interesting artist studios. read more

Toursity much? I would say every tourist to Barcelona will stop by here at some point. And rightfully so. Plenty to see and do here, tourist trap tapas bars, pickpockets and alike. It's usually very busy walking down here and don't forget to explore some of the side streets as well. Plenty to see and do off the main path as it were. There's a couple of good gelato stalls as you meander down. We tried a couple and both were good! Hey - we like gelato! It's a must see/walk in Barcelona for a first time visitor. Just be careful. read more

Every tourist visiting Barcelona should make a stop at Las Ramblas. It's a busy, happening place (or at least when I was there) filled with stalls and stalls of vendors selling all sorts of unoriginal souvenirs. Aside from the vendors, there are stores and eateries as well. The place was lit up with lights when I was there. The mass of people can be a bit much for me, but that's because I prefer quiet places. The abundance of tourists is an invitation for pickpockets to hang out here, so please be careful with your belongings. Make sure that you keep your valuables stowed somewhere that it isn't easy to access. Hope you enjoy walking about around here! read more

This place gets really crazy in the late afternoons. Lots of people. You also end up walking the whole street without realizing you have and how far you've walked. Las Rambles ended by the water and town square. There are a lots of little stands along the center of the road selling everything from food, flowers, pets, and souvenirs. Occasionally there are human statues of all kinds - demons, clowns, monkeys. Also the outdoor seating of restaurants that line the road are in the middle partition. We sat at one of these and had lunch. The sides of the road are lined with all sorts of shops from clothing boutiques to gelato stands (a personal favorite). If you like clothes, food, and watching people, then this could be something fun to walk down... otherwise, it can be kind of boring as there isn't much else to do other then a small museum and a food market. read more

When people hear you are going to Barcelona the first place they recommend is Las Ramblas and after being there twice (in June 2007 and now June 2016) I still don't understand why people paint it as a glitz and glamorous place. Las Ramblas is like Miami's Lincoln Road... Full of overpriced tourist trap restaurants and shops, a sea of tourists that makes your normal pace walking almost impossible and nothing out of this world. What is nice is walking through the long pedestrian walkway and looking up at the beautiful trees that stand tall over the boulevard. You will appreciate these beautiful trees as they provide refuge from the hot, Summer Spanish sun. Best thing about Las Ramblas is the Mercat de Sant Josep de la Boqueria!! Stop by this diverse market and get yourself some jamon serrano, fresh fruit or some fresh cheese. You will be tempted to try everything here! Watch out for pick-pocketing gypsies and keep your valuables close! read more

Las Ramblas didn't really do it for me...in fact, by the time our stay in Barcelona was done, I was kicking myself for not staying at the W the entier time. I thought...'oooh, we should stay downtown so we can be close to Las Ramblas since that's where the action is at...' WRONG... Well, there's action, but not the kind of action I was looking for. SO. MANY. PEOPLE. Bumping into you..stepping on you...trying to sell you weird stuff that you would have absolutely no use for in the real world (seriously, every time I heard those weird mouth-squeaky things I wanted to run up to the dude, smack him on the back, and see if it would get lodged in his throat, kinda like the dog in Snatch...now THAT would be worth seeing!! squeeek squeeeek...argh!!). Anyway, Las Ramblas is interesting, and after 5 minutes you've pretty much seen what you need to see...the same souvenirs and crap every 50 feet. Next time? No, there won't be a next time...I'll be down by the beach, thank you very much! read more

its the thing you do once.... and never again. No, not recreational drugs. (well, the rec drugs is only relevant for some people and not others) however, like recreational drugs, you go in thinking this is going to be GREAT! The experience has been hyped up for you by all the dealers: TripAdvisor, Lonely Planet, Fodors, you name it! And when you try it, you either LOVE it, or HATE it. I personally am slightly on the hate side. Why? for very obvious reasons 1) I hate pickpockets. Go get a job, sir, madame, child*. 2) fake language barriers. if you don't speak Catalonian or Spanish... good luck. And those merchants who speak english.... get ready to pay the overhead for their language courses 3) the crowds. UGH.... the sweat oozing out of pores during balmy hot afternoons with people PACKed in together at Las Ramblas.... of course thats not a joy 4) stupid stuff for sale. Some people are into buying silly trinkets. I am not. If you are, sorry, no offense** All in all, you do it once and never again. ----____------____------_____-------- *okay, perhaps the child can't work.... labor laws prohibit young children from working ** however, i commend you for being able to carry all of your trinkets home! read more

We were warned that this could be a dangerous place late at night so, I was ready for confrontation, equipped with my steel toed boots and black trench coat. Disappointingly, nobody accosted us and we had a very pleasant stroll, multiple times, with no issues whatsoever. It's a beautiful street and a must visit, when you come to Barcelona. read more

Las Ramblas is one of those must-do bucket list type things. It is simply awesome! Join the crowds and walk, walk, walk! Sit back with an ice cream and observe the pickpockets swooping in on unsuspecting tourists. Check out the overpriced shops and the tapas bars. And do not miss La Bouqueria, one of my favorite food markets in the entire world! If you are in Barcelona, it's worth it to get a hotel right on Las Ramblas -- the people watching is off the charts! read more

This place was worth going to except I agree with some reviewers on the overpriced everything. I did not necessarily come here to shop but came here to see great architecture and art itself. The gothic or medieval buildings were awesome to look at and so was Gaudi's masterful buildings! I loved the Museu de Dali and another one that featured Picasso's work. The walk around the street in itself was very interesting... Each "block" seemed to have it's own promenade or plaza. Restaurants had great tapas and seating arrangements that were mostly situated outside the building, which for me was quite different. Overall, the street performers make it worth while too. However, it's pretty much the same act in most touristy places like Waikiki, Hollywood, and Santa Monica Promenade. The only thing I ended up purchasing was gelato, fusion Spanish tapas, vino (of course!), a kid's red t-shirt with the Spanish bull, and a pair of shoes! By the way, don't piss off anyone at the "bars" when it comes to futbol because it seems like everyone and their grandmas take it pretty serious. Then again, I'm also a Barca fan!! read more

One of the world's great urban streetscapes; think Fifth Avenue meets Champs-Élysées. Shopping, people-watching, strolling. Lots to see and explore in every direction from this central nerve of Barcelona, from Plaça de Catalunya to the old port, with the old city Barri Gòtic running right alongside. Go here when you arrive in Barcelona, and you'll find yourself crossing it many times over. Tip: plenty of the usual warning about pick-pockets which you tire of - but it really did almost happen to us; caught an amusing fellow had his hand in my pocket; brushed him off. Anyway, eyes open. read more