Went there for a work dinner; my local colleagues definitely knew where to take us for the good…read morestuff! We had an amazing time in the downstairs room (with a view on some cellar). The food and service were exceptional. I highly recommend the place for anyone who love fine cuisine and divine wines and cavas.

Possibly the best paella I have had. We had their classic seafood paella and some croquettes and…read morethey are delicious. Try to make a res. and go for lunch. I only wish they added less oil, I see could see it oozing in the paella pan but I was no vacation and didn't care and ate it anyway. Delicious meal with great service.

My wife and I were walking around Barcelona on Christmas Eve and were not having much luck finding…read morea place that was open for lunch. Luckily she saw a quick bit of movement in one of the windows. We took a closer look and noticed that El Raco was full of locals enjoying a meal. We grabbed one of the last tables available and were given some great attention by the wait staff. They served us the traditional bread, tomato, and garlic and we had a nice salad with cheese. For our main we had Paella de Mariscos. For some reason we had not had paella in Barcelona yet and thought a more locals joint might be a better option than many of the restaurants advertising it to the tourists on Las Ramblas. The paella was good and for desert we had a "lemon bomb" which was a delicious cap to the meal. It was a little pricey at around $80 US for two, but was a nice memorable Christmas Eve meal. El Raco made for a pleasant surprise in a neighborhood that is less frequented by most visitors to the city.

I decided to come here since they filmed a scene from the British TV show Killing Eve here (season…read more3 episode 2 for anyone wondering). But I was pleasantly surprised with the food!! Amazing tapas, the scallops were super delish with garlic and lemon on them. I also liked my potato and meatball sort of dish that had spicy mayo on it. Service was quick and servers were kind. Ambiance is very cute, as it's in a little mini square with a fountain. Even if not a fan of the tv show, amazing place!! Great food. Totally reccomend. It's also out of the "main" district so less crowded and we were easily able to sit outside instead of inside.

First night in Barcelona and a local recommended. We had tapas and a bottle of wine. It was…read moreperfect. Potatoes and spiced meat. Chorizo. Iberian Ham The service and the food will be hard to beat

I was introduced to vermouth here and have since fallen in love with it! The service was great,…read morethe food was DELICIOUS. It is a bit small inside but that just adds to the charm and ambiance. There is a section in the back that is a bit larger.

Un nuevo local dedicado a los vermuts, vinos y platillos, tan de moda en barcelona en los últimos…read moreaños. Tienen algunos embutidos, quesos y sobretodo conservas, olivas y encurtidos, vinos y vermuts, ideal para hacer el aperitivo. También xapatas y ensaladas. Pequeño, sin mesas, solo barra y taburetes, pero muy agradable y con producto de calidad.

What an amazing restaurant! Beautiful structure, amazing service and delicious food. The treatment…read morewe received since we stepped in the door until our taxi arrived to pick us up was royal. From the the bread with garlic and tomatoes to the black rice and the veal, it was all amazing.

Can Cortada is a long metro ride to the northeastern edge of Barcelona next to the Collserola…read moremountains. It is situated in an old regal Catalan farmhouse. The highlight of the meal are the calçots, but the other Catalan dishes are also knockouts. The service is top notch as everyone is extremely eager to please, and won't hesitate to help you. Calçots amb Romesco: The calçots are so popular that I don't think they are even on the menu. Hold up, what exactly are calçots anyway? Calçots are large green onions that are longer than your arm. They are in season from November to April, so your time your trip accordingly. They are grilled over a wood fire and then served on a clay rooftop tile. The hostess knew we didn't know what we were doing, so she had a waiter provide a demonstration. Put on your bib and gloves. First, you have to hold the calçot by the green top. Next, you take your other hand and pull the blackened outer layer downward. Vertically dip the calçot into the orange romesco sauce and then lower the calçot into your mouth and take a bite. Each order has about 20 calçots, so you will have time to practice through repetition. The core is juicy, soft, and creamy with a really mild subtle onion flavor. The romesco sauce is composed of tomatoes, red bell peppers, almonds, hazelnuts, and garlic. The sauce is so delicious with the calçots that you want to hoard it for the other dishes. If you do this correctly, there will be charcoal and romesco stains everywhere. Escalivada: Another Catalan favorite is escalivada, which are long slices of red bell peppers and eggplants with olive oil, garlic, and salt that are grilled in the embers of a wood fire. The vegetables are silky smooth and soft from slow cooking. There is also a small round of soft crumbly goat's milk cheese that has been brûléed on top for a nice sharp contrast of flavors. Butifarra de la Garriga: Catalan pork sausage is grilled and served with tender white beans, garlic, and parsley. It is a really simple dish, but it is extremely comforting and delicious. Canelones de Carne Tradicionales Gratinados: In a cast-iron pan, the crepes are filled with shredded pork and rolled up into a cannelloni shape covered with a bechamel sauce and topped with cheese before being heated. The sauce is rich, buttery, and cheesy. Catalan cuisine is now one of all-time favorite cuisines and Can Cortada may be one of the best places to sample it.