Calder S.

Paradiso was awesome. I arrived shortly after they opened at 4 PM and waited in a small line to get in; not because the place was full, but because they were letting people in slowly to give them time to settle in and be served. We got great seats at the bar. Our bartender (David, I think) was very friendly, knowledgeable, and skilled. The menu is a light-up book that has fun illustrations and useful descriptions in it, including flavors, alcohol level, and a drawing of the cocktail itself. I really like when menus show this much info. Our first round was the Subterranium and Atlantide. They were both delicious and interesting flavors. They also came with tiny bites and in interesting glassware. Our second round, the Ramses and Great Gatsby, were similarly interesting, but we liked them a bit less. David gave us some gratis truffle amaro (also delicious) on the way out. I highly recommend a stop, especially if you can sit at the bar.

Anisha Y.

Love the vibe - a speakeasy that looks like a sandwich shop. The line isn't too long, and they do take reservations. The drinks are so creative, and they're really focused on the presentation! The menus even glow when you open them. Such a fun night out.

Zaydian A.

Paradiso is one of the Top 50 Bars in the world and rightfully so! From the decor and service, to the unique cocktail menu, everything about this place was perfect. I came around 5pm on a Saturday, and it only took 20 minutes to get in. The bartenders were super friendly and spoke english which was a bonus. Their menu is constantly changing, so I forget the names of the drinks we ordered, but I also ordered a regular old fashion and they nailed it. I noticed another guest being a little rude to one of the bartenders. She was complaining about her drink so they made a new one, and another one after that. Had it been me, I probably would've gave up and asked them to leave lol, but they did not. Instead the opposite, which is very telling of the type of service you'll receive at this place. Overall this was my favorite cocktail bar in Spain, would I go again? Absolutely!

Chris S.

Yes, this was one of the best cocktail bars I have ever visited. It was fantastic! The website mentions a QR code for a virtual queue but there was a physical queue before opening time. The wait wasn't bad itself, except the line had several chain smoking teenage girls making the narrow street (really more of an alley) noxious. For a cocktail aficionado, nothing prepares your palate for complex flavors like a bunch of cigarettes. (sarcasm) There are tables outside, but I did not see them in use. The pace of entry is kept slow by a velvet rope allowing only a couple people in at a time. I was twelfth in line at opening time. It took me about 30 minutes to get inside. The upside is that once you get in it is never so crowded that the service is slow. The bartender to customer ratio is high. Especially when seated at the bar, there is plenty of personal attention. The cocktails are delicious. Several include a theatrical performance upon delivery. Fun, great drinks and great service! I am sad to say, they don't accept American Express; a slight inconvenience. I highly recommend Paradiso!

Imelda M.

We're so glad to have our Tapas Tour guide's recommendations, this Speakeasy was the other voted "50 Best Bars in the world" this was behind a white door. My Fiance and I like the cocktail he ordered, mine was different and was ok, I was underwhelmed called Enigma. The Ambiance was nice and modern, perfectly dimmed, loved the music vibe and the service was great. It was Paradise for sure!

Omar S.

More of a novelty stop, this absolutely lovely little space in the old city makes a fine conversation starter / first stop with your date, or a bit of culinary exploration in liquid form. "How did they make this taste like that?" But for enjoying some twists on craft cocktail making? Not so great. Despite a wall full of both rare and classic bottles, most of what's featured on the menu is...eccentric at best. I had two after discussion with the bartender, and both were okay but not what I would enjoy drinking despite having a very broad palate. Although famously ranked by "50 best", this is a lot different than other cocktail bars on that list (I've visited quite a few of them), including the others in Barcelona. Perhaps having hit the number one spot before, they didn't know where to go from there? Nice staff but also missing was bartender banter (at least in English) I've found at most top bars - the bar experience is heavily about that interaction, especially for the solo customer. A positive - drinks are actually cheaper than fancy hotel bars in this city. What they offer *would* be great as a liquid tasting menu and I would return for that. But for full sized cocktails? Meh. Hence the 3 stars. Save it for a date or a "famous bars" crawl, but not for having delicious drinks that tickle the palate while getting the job done.

Carson M.

I had high hopes for this bar after seeing it on social media, but the drinks did not hit the mark compared to Sips. Perhaps I ordered the wrong drinks, but they did not taste good even if the descriptions sounded good. Service and presentation are great of course. I did not have reservations, but arrived at 4:40 on a Friday and there was no one in line. A line did form afterwards. I would rate the overall drinks a 3/5, but service was 5/5.

Emily H.

If you love a speakeasy and want to get a little away from the touristy spots along the water, look no further! Definitely focused on drinks and not the food menu, it's a great spot to stop for a beautiful experiential drink (or two). The staff is attentive and friendly, the space is gorgeous, and the drinks are unique and fun. Definitely recommend!

James L.

Paradiso offers truly interesting drinks, and the overall experience was fantastic. Creative cocktails, great atmosphere, and top-tier presentation. Definitely worth a stop if you're exploring the cocktail scene in the city.

Kimberly C.

This Speakeasy is a MUST try spot! Worth the wait to get in! We were a party of 5 and they seated us at a table outside while we waited for the experience of a lifetime. Every drink was like a magic show! Excellent service and mixology at its best! This spot has a VIBE and is a MUST!

Linda C.

Visited Paradiso knowing it was once ranked #1 bar in the world (2022), and it's definitely a cool experience. Hidden entrance, dim lighting, stylish crowd, and a beautiful digital menu. The drinks are creative and tasty. Bathroom was small and not the cleanest, real icky. Overall, Paradiso has great energy and it's absolutely worth visiting once for the experience. Glad I came here before Sips, if I'd gone there first, these drinks wouldn't have hit the same.

Ebo E.

When I heard this place was the #1 bar in the world, I HAD to stop in. When we first arrived, I was a bit worried since we had a bigger group (7) and you can only wait in a virtual queue. I believe the wait was about 2 hours at first! Luckily, since we had a bigger group we were able to get one of the tables they hadn't used yet and were sat after 2 minutes! Hidden away behind an unsuspecting door is a bright but intimate bar with a number of chairs and tables. It was extremely busy but our servers were super attentive and able to help us out. We got the evolution Negroni, the Tesla, Paradiso Express and Top Gun. Everything was super strong and the presentations were one too remember. Price wise wasn't too bad either. Paid about 100 Euros for 7 drinks. I can understand why people would be upset if they knew about the place before hand but we had a great time since we were visiting!

Cindy Z.

Paradiso is one of the top bars in the world (one of two located in Barcelona, but I enjoyed this one more). The drinks are an experience with each one being presented in such a unique way while also being tasty. First of all, reservations at through a QR code. Come early on weeknights if you want to avoid hour long waits. Although they don't take reservations, I was able to get them because they cancelled my reservations for the Macallan Experience. If you get a chance to do this, do it --I need to go back to try this. Once we were seated at the bar, we were provided a complimentary cocktail right away. Not sure if they do this for everyone or if it was a nice gesture for cancelling our Maccallan reservations, but it was very nice. Thereafter, we went through 3 more cocktails each and was able to try The Cloud (€20), The Great Gatsby (€20), Kryptonita (€17), Ramses (€18), Dry Storm (€21), and Tlaloc (€18). Each cocktail was so unique in its own way that was so special. The cloud and kryptonita were the most interactive, but all the cocktail were complimented with jellies, cheeses, and other bites to pair with the drink. If you're only going to have one drink, I highly recommend the Kryptonita. It comes with a flower bud that literally electrifies your mouth into a tingly and numb sensation. It's difficult to describe, so you just need to experience this for yourself. Seriously such a wild and unique bar experience, which is no wonder they made it to one of the top 50 bars in the world. The service was great and the drinks were amazing and fun. Prepare to try as many drinks as you can because you'll get a different experience with each one.