This is a cool little coffee/sandwich shop in Barcelona near La Rambla and Plaça de Catalunya. My…read morewife and I ate here for a late lunch on our first day on vacation in Europe and really enjoyed it. I ordered a sandwich with meat, cheese, and lettuce I believe on focaccia. It was one of the most delicious sandwiches I've had in Europe, and I found it funny it was in a coffee shop of all places. The service was quick and easy. The shop is small, but has two stories. There is plenty of seating outside across the walkway under the covered patio; or, if you prefer to eat inside, go upstairs for a view overlooking the square inside. Our food was served promptly and fresh. Even though there was a language barrier, most of the staff can communicate English well. I highly recommend coming here if you're out and about in Barcelona.

El Mercat was a convenient choice for our first night in Barcelona after a long day of travel…read more While we generally prefer small, family-owned restaurants over chains, this location was easy and comfortable for our arrival evening. The service was good and attentive, and the atmosphere felt like a typical casual restaurant. The food overall was enjoyable. We particularly liked the anchoas and boquerones, which were a nice introduction to local flavors. The oxtail was flavorful and tasty, although it was served a bit cooler than we would have preferred. The tinto de verano was not our favorite, as it had a somewhat bitter taste. Overall, the meal was good and the restaurant served its purpose well on our first night in the city. While we personally gravitate toward more independent, mom-and-pop establishments, El Mercat provided a pleasant and convenient dining experience.

Lovely tapas restaurant with good service and a wide variety on their menu. The interior of this…read morerestaurant is stunning. I felt a modern and classy vibe. I definitely recommend trying the patatas bravas, the cod, and the eggplant with goat cheese.

This is simply the best shot of espresso you will find in Barcelona. The ambiance is pleasant and…read morethe interior is aesthetically pleasing. The baristas were super helpful and patient with me. Both times I visited, they checked in with me at the end to make sure the overall experience was nice and that I enjoyed my coffee. Not to mention, they serve their coffee in wine classes which was so boujee! (But deep down I enjoyed it:)) This location differs greatly from their original location (el Magnifico) in the fact that there is more seating and since it is off the main drag, it is so quiet. So if you just want to swing by a grab a quick coffee, I suggest the original location. If you want to sit down and take a break from exploring Barcelona, MAG by el Magnifico is your spot. Go for the espresso, go for the service, go to take a break from a busy day, but whatever you do, go!

When you get lost in the narrow streets of Barcelona, coming across a place like this makes the…read morewhole ordeal so worth it. Looking from the window, you can tell that the coffee will be good. People preparing the coffee are totally into what they are doing. The coffee was awesome. However, the attitude of the staff was on the snobby side and for that I had to deduct a star!

I was in Barcelona a total of 5 days and ended up coming here 3 times. I dropped in due only to…read moreit's proximity to the Cines Verdi (another little spot you should check out if you're in the neighborhood) but I immediately fell in love with it. A great staff and cozy little atmosphere put this place square in my favorites list immediately. There may be other places like it, but none as special to me.

Have spent 1 week in spain and this was by far and away our best meal thus far! Everything was…read moreimpeccable! The potatoes with catalan sauce got me so excited for the rest of the meal, because. If you can make potatoes taste that amazing you know you're in for a treat! The macaroni with beef tenderloins was to die for. Then we were served one of the best tuna tartare we've ever had, and the lobster broth eith shrimp.. lets just say the shrimp could have passed for lobster! So good. As good as the food was it was the service that made this dinner the most special. It was the most hospitality we have been shown in spain, and it's not even close. Super nice family that cares about the experience they give you. We even showed up closer to closing time than my wife and I are comfortable. Sat us right now, didnt rush us, and treated us like we were their first customer ever. Sure the price was higher than some surrounding, but a bargain in the eyes of fine dining!

This is a restaurant that I'm never going to forget,I will return if I'm ever in Barcelona again…read moremaking sure I come in every single day of my stay ,there is no need to go anywhere else! The owner is an older man so well educated,with so much knowledge in the food business that his description of the menu transports you to heaven. The wine list is excellent,and prices are reasonable, if I could add stars to my ratings I would give them 7 * The deserts my favorite is the coconut soup!