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    Taperia Princesa

    3.8 (50 reviews)
    ModerateSpanish, Tapas Bars
    Open 12:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Quiet
    Dogs allowed

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    Having shots at Princesa! Loved this place!
    Shayla B.

    BEST paella that I have ever had in my life. In. My. LIIIIIIFE!!! Mm hmm! Let's talk about it... because this place absolutely deserves its' flowers and then some. This adorable Taperia is nestled along a beautiful alleyway that's just around the corner from the Picasso Museum. I stumbled upon it on my way out of the museum and came back to check it out on my last night in Barcelona. Needless to say, I partied waaaay too hard here which resulted in me missing my flight back home. A very costly mistake that I will never let happen again. But despite this; the memories that I have of Taperia Princesa are some of the best that I had during my time in Spain. I walked in thinking that I'd have a relatively quick dinner before heading back to my hotel to pack and get some rest before my early flight that next morning. But... I ended up partying with my newly made friends until 2 am in the morning. Yes, you heard me right. And yes alcohol was involved and lots of it. Let me just say that the folks at Taperia Princesa sincerely spoiled me on my last night in Barcelona. I enjoyed every damn minute of it too. Their space is extremely cozy and there weren't too many people inside at the time when I first arrived. I made myself comfortable at the bar and the bartenders handled me with so much care. It started off with a complimentary glass of Cava (thanks to Yelp's check-in offer). The wine and drinks here are fabulous! Oh em gee the SANGRIA! Addictive literally. I tried my first ever Cava Sangria and I became instantly hooked. Met a nice couple at the bar and they treated me to another. And then a lovely gal from Poland joined me at the bar, and the drinks continued. At one point, we started doing shots of...?! Whatever it was, it didn't taste like a shot. It was yummy and a creeper. After several more glasses of Cava and Sangria and a few more shots later... well, I'll let you figure it out :). Everyone that I met in that bar was so much fun. We were drinking wine with the owner at one point, and he told us stories of how he migrated to Barcelona. It was amazing. I did eat too. And thank goodness that I did because ya girl probably would have been passed out had I not. Just being real. The PAELLA was friggin' dynamite! It's traditionally made to feed two people, but the chef customized the size and made a special serving just for me. Hats off to this chef!!! First of all, the presentation was exceptional. The amazing aromas that were emanating through the bar as he cooked this paella were mesmerizing. My stomach was growling from the smell of it all. And then boom, they place it in front of my face. Took my first bite and my eyes instantly rolled to the back of my head. A burst of incredible flavors hit my mouth and I couldn't take it y'all. The Spanish seasonings coated my tongue in pure bliss. The fresh seafood on top was like icing on the cake. And then it happened; I murdered the hell out of that plate. The rice was cooked so perfectly. It just melted right in my mouth. A foodgasm ensued right after. I mean... this was the best that I've EVER had. I just couldn't believe it. I to' that ish UP! Had to personally thank the chef because he truly knows what he's doing. You HAVE to try the paella here. It's phenomenal! Somewhere along the lines, I was able to fit a dessert in my belly after all of that amazing paella and alcohol. Crema de Catalunya aka the original Creme brûlée, but THIS is soooo much better than what they serve in the states. It was perfectly torched on top, and oozing with the creamiest center. Electrifying flavors. It wasn't super sweet but wow, it was the perfect dessert. Whatever creme that they use to make this is quite heavenly. As the hours passed, more people arrived and packed this tiny place to the max. And then, a wait and a line formed. People know what's up here. Hours later, I realized that it was almost 2 am. I could not believe that I had been there for that many hours. Time truly flies when you're having fun. So even though I missed my flight back home because of this, it was still the most fun that I had during my trip and a very memorable last night in Spain. Shoutout to the owner David and bartenders Jack and Walid for making my last night in Barcelona the best! If you're thinking about coming to Taperia Princesa, don't even think about; just DO it. You will have an extraordinary time.

    Our paella for lunch
    Andrea U.

    Nice taparia around the corner from the Picasso Museum. Ordered seafood paella for 2 and have a :30 wait. A real local spot to practice my Spanish. By 1:00 every seat was taken. Happy to have fast WiFi, cold water & a comfy seat. Our paella was juicy, flavorful & filled with seafood. Lunch was memorable & special !

    Octopus wall art!
    Claire T.

    "The best ice in Barcelona" Stopped in after a successful day at the Picasso museum. Went for the classic combo- 'tatas bravas and sangría. Boy that sangria was good, and better yet, crushed ice! We couldn't believe it. The patatas bravas were perfectly crispy with yummy sauce on top. The waitress was also super kind and Irish and we chatted it up! Good luck to you with your studies and traveling, waitress (I don't remember her name).

    Vermouth after Picasso
    Laura P.

    Quirky, intimate bar with good food, warm service and steps away from the Picasso Museum. We had a local brew, cava and a vermouth on the rocks. The Broken egg with iberico ham was perfect.

    Paella
    Tenny D.

    Yelpers never disappoint. Thank you for this excellent recommendation. One of the best seafood paella I have eaten. The black sausage from the tapas menu was especially good. It's a small place so if you have more than 4- it would take a while to be seated. Otherwise- a must visit.

    Paella!
    Paula T.

    Absolutely the best seafood paella! We were so lucky to have found this special restaurant. Just steps from the Picasso Museum. We sat at the bar and loved the cozy, friendly service.

    Patatas bravas
    Anson W.

    Taperia Princesa is a decent choice for tapas along this busy Barcelona corridor. The wife and I ordered four tapas and I wouldn't say that we had a favorite one, but each was likeable in its own way. We had: Patatas bravas: The potatoes were tasty. Some of them were crispy and most were soft; the wife particularly enjoyed the latter. But the sauce on top didn't have much taste or the spicy kick that this dish is typically known for. Steamed mussels: The mussels tasted fresh and were drizzled with olive oil. Yum! Spanish omelette: Made with egg, onion and potato. This was decent, as good as we've had elsewhere. Cod fritters: These were made well, nice and crispy, and the accompanying sauce was great for dipping. We also ordered a sangria de cava. Sangrias are typically made with an assortment of fruit, but this one had only orange slices. It tasted more alcoholic than fruity and wasn't as flavorful as other sangrias that we had in Barcelona. Prices included tax, and the total was €21.45, on par with other restaurants in the area. Service was warm and friendly, and our hostess checked in on us midway despite the place being busy. Overall this place gets 3.5 stars for the quality of the food, rounded up for the pleasant service and ambiance.

    Drinks
    Laura G.

    Really enjoyed this tapas place. Servers were so friendly. The sardines, pa amb tomaquet, and patatas bravas were very good. Enjoyed a glass of cava and the house vermouth. Music was a good vibe. Would come back.

    Mussels

    Ate here after the Picasso Museum with my wife and son. Tapas were amazing. Ordered quite a few. My favorites were the garlic shrimp and the chorizo. Sangrias were a perfect complement and the staff was amazing! Definitely recommend Taperia Princesa to anybody.

    Mojito

    Enjoyed the shrimps in garlic sauce and the sausage and potatoes. Also a tasty mojito and a free shot! Kind and welcoming staff and a nice ambiance. Thanks!

    A stock bar, like a Picasso masterpiece, is a beautiful thing ;)
    Jeff C.

    This was one of my best tapas stops in Barcelona. It's not too far from the Picasso Museum, the perfect spot to wait for your reservation to the museum. And like Picasso, the chef is creating some tapas masterpieces, works of culinary art that will have your mouth watering. I started off my tapas journey with a small plate of sautéed mushrooms. These gems were swimming in a buttery, garlic sauce that was perfection on the tastebuds. But it was the slow-cooked squid/beef meatballs that served as star of this culinary exhibition. These savory morsels brought the sea and the farm together with each delicious bite. When the owner explained that they were cooked slowly for about six hours, I could see why they melted in your mouth. The service was also excellent, and I received a free glass of wine for checking in, making this a true yelper's paradise of food and drink. A lot of owners are more keen on other reviewing sites, but this owner seems very receptive to Yelp, which made me feel right at home.

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    It's not too far from the Picasso Museum, the perfect spot to wait for your reservation to the museum.

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    Cerveseria Catalana - Beef tenderloin with foie gras

    Cerveseria Catalana

    4.4(1.8k reviews)
    1.8 kmL'Eixample
    €€€

    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!!!

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    Cañete - lobster croquettes

    Cañete

    4.6(581 reviews)
    0.9 kmEl Raval
    €€€

    Have the best time at Cañete during our honeymoon! Husband emailed them to see if they would be…read moreable to accomodate us maybe a month or two prior to our visit and they were able to grant us a reservation. Thank goodness we had a reservation, otherwise the wait time for walk-ins was quoted to be 2-3 hours. We were seated at the counter, smack-dab in the middle of all the action. The drinks were just okay, but the tapas were great! We tried the anchovy dish, jamon, tomato toast, paella, padron peppers, spanish omelette, mussels, and finished with the crema catalana for dessert. All of the dishes were outstanding and they did not disappoint. Service was phenomenal and they were all very friendly and engaging with diners. They guided us on how many plates to order and stopped us from ordering too much, which I appreciate since we weren't sure how big each portion was. Would definitely come back if I had the chance!

    Maybe (other than that great church) the only reason to come to Barcelona. It is a fallen city in…read moremany ways. Every year it's luster gets dulled. Imported problems linger. Be careful ladies! The street outside this resturant is not safe in my estimation. I mean my beautiful daughter did get chased by "a newer uninvited resident." Inside? The best resturant in the city. Maybe in all of Spain. I could make a case for it to be THE BEST RESTURANT ON EARTH. (Except that title goes to Commanders Palace in New Orleans or Caviar Kaspia in Paris.But maybe not.) Great service. Great food. Great feeling place. Drawbacks? The neighborhood. The entrance to get in is AWFUL. The place is always too crowded and it can get very loud. Yet I am giving it the maximum stars? "Why Mancow," you ask. Ready? I don't know! Its just THAT SPECIAL.

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    Cañete - Packed with locals - Faiyoh!! (Uncle Roger)

    Packed with locals - Faiyoh!! (Uncle Roger)

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    La Pepita - La Pepita

    La Pepita

    4.6(663 reviews)
    2.1 kmGràcia
    €€

    We were referred to La Pepita from a relative who said the food was delicious and a casual spot. We…read morewent to lunch at 1pm (when it opens) after a Sagrada Família tour. It's about a 6 minute taxi ride from there. We were seated in the back room with the writing covering the walls. The front bar seemed a little livelier but we took what was offered. Husband had house red wine (3.50 euros) and I had sangria (4.50 euros). Good pours for both. We started with the red shrimp (gambillos) in a lemongrass sauce, about 6 shrimp for 15 euros. Then grilled octopus (which was very tender) over mash potatos and snap peas for 15 euros. We also had a side of grilled bread (4 pieces) for 3.5. We also ordered the Pepita beef with mash potato but took home for dinner as we were full (18 euros). We finished with the homemade corn ice cream with carmelized popcorn and raspberries, which was very unique at 6.5. We added our names to the wall to top off the meal. Service was quick and friendly. Total bill was 85 euros including 5 drinks. It was our best meal in Barcelona so far.

    Super hopping tapas bar and table place, the signature anchovy dish, ceviche, and octopus were all…read morevery good. The bar guy was very quick and hardworking. The 1906 or something beer was surprisingly good and kind of honey sweet. Cava was great with jamon. The only bad thing is that sitting at the bar, people will keep hitting your backside unless you scoot in sideways Need cash to leave tip : s

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    The walls!

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