Healthy, Hearty, and Huge Portions in Barcelona!…read more Been craving something on the healthier side while in Barcelona and came across this spot on Google with tons of high ratings -- and now I see why! Key thing to remember: this place is CASH ONLY, so come prepared. The workers (or maybe the owners) were super, super friendly and very welcoming from the moment we walked in. We decided to eat inside, and wow -- the portions were absolutely ginormous! I ordered the chicken plate, and hubby got the beef and chicken plate, and both were delicious. Each plate came loaded with rice, lentils, red cabbage, tomato salad, lettuce, avocado sauce, plus a spicy hot sauce on the side. We also ordered fries, and it even came with bread to scoop everything up -- such a satisfying meal. All this for 24€. Definitely a must-try if you're looking for something filling but still feels a bit lighter on the tummy while exploring Barcelona. Happy eats in Barcelona!

Simple, cheap sandwich shop in Barcelona with made to order sandwiches (unlimited toppings). Get…read morethere early because the wait is typically 1hr. All sandwiches were 5 euros but some went up to 6. I got the steak with tomato, feta, cucumber, lettuce, avocado and 3 house sauces. My steak was juicy and cooked once I ordered. Everything was flavorful and fresh but wish there was a little more meat. The staff is friendly. Don't plan on eating inside as it is very tiny with 4 tables (they don't let you eat inside if you bring outside drinks) and CASH ONLY.

Wow. Everything was perfect. From the decor (wooden floors, tall ceilings, trendy lighting) to the…read moreambience (light blues music, wooden chairs n tables, lots of natural light) to the sandwiches (the falafel was great!), the coffee and the service. theres also free wifi - just make sure to ask the cashier for a pin code. theres also plenty of seating upstairs. ill definitely be coming back here with my laptop to work.

So far the best wifi cafe I've found in Barcelona: phenomenal gourmet sandwiches for about 4-5€,…read morejazzy music picks, reliable internet and sunny 3 floor venue with plenty of space. I'll be back!

Staple dish, perfect taste and fast service. Got us in without a reservation and are super polite!…read more Great spot to hit right after site seeing

Paisano Bistro was our perfect lunch spot just around the corner from Sagrada Família, which we did…read morein the morning. When in Europe eat some Italian food, as you are close enough that someone is doing it right. It also breaks up the Spanish tapas for a minute. I made reservations via email in advance prior to my trip. They responded quickly and seamed happy to take them, as they do book up. It was totally worth it, as the Raviolo with mushroom, truffle, Parmesan, cream, and sausage was one of the best things we ate on our entire trip. Don't miss out on it. Papas Bravas - nicely served with two dipping sauces, one a little spicy, and the other a garlic sauce. Meatballs with Mozzarella and Tomato Sauce. This was served almost as a soup, with bread to dip in the sauce, or in our case we balanced the meatballs, cheese, and sauce on it. Cacio e Pepe - nice and cheesy served with fresh pappardelle. I liked the thicker noodles to soak up the tasty sauce. I noticed the table fighting over sharing this one, which is always a good sign. Carbonara - definitely made correctly here with egg yolk, if you are fan of classic carbonara, you'll like theirs. Served with thick fresh spaghetti noodles. Raviolo with Mushroom, Truffle, Parmesan, cream, and sausage. You can put this dish right next to anything you will eat in Spain (including those having Michelin stars) and it will hold its own. It's that good. Please do not miss this dish. If I'm ever back in Barcelona, I will return for this dish and to try other things on the menu.

Sandwiches for €5.20, 3 small croissants (joanet) for €1.35. Chain but very local and good vibes!…read moreCheap baguettes too, for like a dollar and different sizes.

Came by this little cozy cafe since we were staying in the area. Service was quick. Got an espresso…read moreand my friend got their latte. I love that they gave us a shot class of water to cleanse our palette. The espresso was as strong as my personality, love love! Definitely recommend if you're in the area. Lots of seating as well.

Excellent coffee quality in this place. We got a recommendation for the quality and it was truest…read morejustified . I got the double espresso and it was great - it felt like a 3rd gen roasting style (also knows as specialty ) which I rally like - very strong and quite sour . If you like this style , I highly recommend

A lot of food at reasonable prices. Good flavor and good service for a fast food resturantread more

From the owner: Hablar de Pans&Company en su origen es hablar de Bocadillos. Pero Pans&Company es ya una nueva…read moredimensión en el concepto de restauración rápida de calidad, con la que disfrutar a cualquier hora del día, gracias también a Café Pans. Una experiencia única y a precios competitivos en un entorno que invita al disfrute.

La Mestressa is such a great vibe and one of the defining experiences from my trip to Barcelona!…read moreHere are a few highlights: 1. The neighborhood - I stayed at the AC Hotel Sants while visiting Barcelona. The Barcelona Sants train station was adjacent to the hotel, and the property was in a walkable neighborhood surrounded by restaurants, convenience stores, and other businesses. There was also a deceptively nondescript alley right next to the hotel that I didn't explore right away. Turns out, that alley leads to a vibrant, hidden plaza (Plaça d'Osca) with restaurants and shops, where locals in the Sants neighborhood hang out. This is also where La Mestressa is located. 2. The food and drinks - I got dinner with two friends at La Mestressa one evening. We ordered a pitcher of sangria, a bottle of wine, and a wide selection of tapas, croquettes, and a couple main dishes. My personal favorites from the meal were the sangria, patatas bravas (crispy potatoes with sauce), octopus, and the salmon salad (not pictured). Each of those dishes were well-seasoned, had great textural contrast, and provided either familiar comfort (patatas bravas and octopus) or a completely new flavor experience (salmon salad). The sangria was light and refreshing. 3. The service - Our server was bilingual and provided satisfactory service. She was warm. The service was well-paced, and she attended to all of our needs as a group. 4. The ambience - As I previously mentioned, both Plaça d'Osca and La Mestressa were a whole vibe. If the terms "off the beaten path," "honeycomb hideout," "in the cut," or "rural retreat" mean anything to you, this area similarly provides a nice place to "retreat" and immerse yourself in a local neighborhood right in the heart of Spain's second largest city. It's the perfect place to drink wine and sangria and while away your evening. :)

We were in the neighborhood on vacation, and were looking for someplace to eat. They had room so…read morewe stepped in. Honestly the rest of Barcelona has been ruined for us now. We ate other places, but none of them compare. Not the market, none of the other small tapas places we tried. It's as if the others aren't even trying. If you are near Plaça de Sants, you will not be disappointed.

My husband and I popped into Argot for a drink before dinner nearby. The place looked really cute…read moreand seemed like a cool spot to sit for a few minutes after we had walked for a while to get to the area. There was one server and another guy who appeared to be the manager or owner. I ordered a mojito and my husband wanted a daiquiri, but they were out of fruit. I forget what he ended up going with instead. Drinks took a super long time to prepare and my mojito was a touch too sweet. The server was a really nice guy but I was left with the impression that this place might be better for a quick sandwich rather than a place to have drinks.

I had a green salad, premium chicken sandwich, and sangria…read more The salad had green vegetables, red onions, and fruits. All that together gave it a sweet and salty taste. It was good. The Premium chicken sandwich was grilled with tomatoes and some mayonnaise. It was quit tasty. The sangria was fruity. You could feel the liquor by the time you finish it.

The bread was incredible. Such a wonderful stop on the way to the beach. I'm so glad we found this…read moreplace.

We came here around 10am on a Thursday morning…read more Best coffee I had in Barcelona, perfect order is a coffee with milk poured over a cup of ice. Only 1.50 Euros. They have seating outside on a patio with lots of bakery goods and sandwiches as a nice cafe, very fast service!