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!!!

I loved this place. It was a special place to take close friends visiting from out of town, Pilar…read moreis the best and the food was always fresh and delicious. The environment was warm and welcoming - having lived so far from home, I knew I could go to the Gata Mala and feel at home.

My wife and I absolutely loved Gata Mala. The food and…read moreatmosphere were incredible. Every single plate that came out was magic. We loved it so much so that we decided to eat there three nights in a row. Pilar was so friendly and accommodating. I was very sad to see that it closed. I hope Pilar opens up something in the future.

Delicious food! Amazing service! Best meal to have after a long flight, we ended up ordering more…read morebecause everything was so flavorful. Must try!!

During my trip to see Sagrada Familia I found this chill spot. We stopped for breakfast and a drink…read moreto cool us off. Decided to sit outside as it was only 11 AM and the weather was vibing. Nice staff was very accommodating when we had an accidental spilled a beverage. Their classic lemonade was so refreshing. It was frozen and it reminded us of a slurpee you'd get at 7-Eleven. The food, what can I say, it was delicious. Pictures don't do it justice, and we all thoroughly enjoyed it. The nachos were not at all what we expected, better than expected!

This is a very nice restaurant that we had lunch at. I did make a reservation for their menu del…read moredia. That was probably a good idea because after we were seated a majority of the tables did fill up. Lunch included bread, a drink of choice, appetizer, entree, and dessert for 18.90 euros. The service was very good and the courses flowed nicely. Food was tasty and had a very homey, comforting feel. I felt the dessert was very small but other than that everything was great. A good place for lunch or a drink if you are in the L'Eixample neighborhood!

This place is great. Good wine, the food is astounding. From presentation to taste, it's amazing.read more

Looking for a place to eat on a Wednesday morning. Found this place on Yelp. Also a Travelers…read moreChoice restaurant on TripAdvisor. It was a nice morning so I decided to walk the 2.8 km to get there. Place has outdoor seating and small inside seating. I was warmly greeted upon entering. I ask the person for food suggestions and decided to order their jabugo (jamon iberico) sandwich (7.50 euros), patatas bravas (6.00 euros), and mushroom croquettes (9 euros). Sandwich came out first and was delicious. Bread had a soft crunch to it and the filling was tasty. Potatoes and croquettes came out later and were nice and hot. Both hit the spot. I also received a fried pork belly dish which was crispy and tasty too. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Place is so cozy. I enjoyed my visit.

The food was excellent, and the service was very friendly and helpful. They speak English quite…read morewell, but the restaurant isn't tourist-y at all.

Amazing food. One of the most delicious restaurants my family ate at while in Barcelona. It was…read morevery convenient in terms of proximity to our hotel. All the wait staff we encountered spoke English, which made ordering easier. They have both Spanish and English menus. This restaurant was packed with tourists but we still managed to get seating right away. Very good tapas. The food was the highlight of the evening but the service was excellent as well. Comparable prices to restaurants with similar ambiance in the U.S.

The service here is excellent! Our large group of 10 was handled with extra care, and without a…read morereservation! I asked about something that was not on their menu, and they had the chef make it for us anyway--sliced tomatoes with olive oil and pulpos with garlic and olive oil instead of the tomato base sauce it normally comes with. Literally everything we ordered was fantastic. If you think I'm being biased because we were treated very well and our party had a wonderful time, then go ahead and call it bias. But the fact that we walked away happy, satisfied, and will have long-lasting memories at this place, then they succeeded! Restaurants are not strictly about the food. It's the entire experience. My family and friends will recommend this place to anyone going to Barcelona.

Delicious food! Amazing service right across from La Sagrada Família!…read more The ambiance is unreal! I recommend this restaurant to anyone! The tapas are to die for! Sangria so refreshing and the paella was scrumptious!

The paella was very good! Was not expecting that at a place right across from La Sagrada Familia. I…read morewould expect mediocre overpriced tourist trap food, but this did not seem to be one of those. It's almost unfortunate for good businesses to be right next to a world famous landmark, because savvy tourists tend to steer clear of tourist traps. Yet this place was not crowded at the time we went, which was around 3pm. We were famished, and our friend found this spot, and it hit the spot! Our first taste of paella in Barcelona, España was bueno!!!! The service was also great, as our server was polite and friendly!

This is a tiny space with stools at the bar. The tapas menu was varied and everything we had was…read moredelicious. But the real fun was with the bartender. He recommended food and beverages that were completely on point. We toasted with the other customers. He tried to teach me to pour wine the way they pour mint tea in Morocco. We enjoyed every moment of the experience. Highly recommended!

Stumbled upon this local tapas bar in Barcelona and it quickly became one of the highlights of our…read moretrip. We ended up going two nights in a row -- and would absolutely do it again. The two bartenders -- who seem to be a couple -- are the heart of the place. He's got a dry, hilarious sense of humor that sets the tone, and together they make everyone feel like a regular. That said, if you're easily offended or don't appreciate a bit of cheeky banter, this might not be your spot. But for those who enjoy a fun, unfiltered vibe -- you'll love it here. As for the food -- wow. We had the tortilla with meat (not sure what it was, but it was delicious), the artichoke tempura (I would fly across the world again just for these), the fried eggplant, and the meat with chimichurri. Everything was fresh and flavorful. Great food, unforgettable personalities, and a place that feels alive. Take a handheld fan because it is hot - especially during summer.

Very fun hipster vibe and decor. Sitting at the bar is quite narrow so be prepared for people…read morebumping into you. The staff was very attentive, friendly, and spoke English well. The fried chicken is amazing and so is the matcha cheesecake!! The salad with raw asparagus was surprisingly good! Honestly everything was really good and we are so happy we ate here!

Fun, lively restaurant with menus in several languages, we had the Gildas, the special namesake…read moreanchovies and the fried chicken. Food hit the spot, service was friendly and fast and the vibe was excellent. Line out the door and around the corner but if you hit the time right you can walk right in.

Love the craft beers here from the U.S ! Small hole in the…read morewall Nice and quiet space On tap

Pros: Excellent beer on tap and cans/bottles! Back sitting area available. We sat in the store…read morefront on crates and a small table for that minimal feel. Friendly staff - walked our bar food right to us from out behind the bar. Must visit again before we leave Barcelona! A must for true beer aficionados. Cons: Not the place to take a large crowd of people to sit down to eat at a proper table with table service. Summary: It's an excellent bar with excellent bar food and service.