Banna

Unpretentious Asian restaurant specialised in Thai cuisine offering curries, stir-fries, plus Singha beer in a cosy atmosphere in the heart of the Gràcia neighbourhood.

• E-mail:

  bannathaigracia@gmail.com

• Address:

  Plaça Revolució de Setembre 1868, 15, Barcelona

• Phone:

  +34 932 13 30 44

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Sun 1pm–4pm / 8pm–midnight

• Subway:

  Metro stop: Fontana

Blavis

Tucked away on a small side street, Blavis offers a truly unique culinary experience in an intimate and cosy atmosphere. The owners, Paco and Marc, are an attentive and warm duo. Together they offer simple yet mouthwatering tapas dishes with Italian and Japanese influences. The place is indeed small and seats only 18 people, so booking in advance is highly recommended.

• Web:

  restaurantblavis.com/en/home

• E-mail:

  blavis@restaurantblavis.com

• Address:

  Carrer de Saragossa 85, Barcelona

• Phone:

  +34 640 50 36 11

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Sat 7pm–11:30pm

Bodega Biarritz 1881

Bodega Biarritz 1881 is a cosy little tapas bar located near the famous la Rambla. Make sure to pick a wide variety of different tapas from the menu to get a comprehensive overview of the Spanish speciality. To round up your menu, enjoy one of the available Spanish, Basque, or Catalan wines with your dish.

• Address:

  Carrer Nou de Sant Francesc, 7, Barcelona

• Phone:

  +34 618 67 79 27

• Opening hours:

  Thu–Mon 1pm–4pm / 5pm–10pm

Cal Pep

Cal Pep is a very popular tapas bar and restaurant near the Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar. It is best to jostle your way to the counter seats and let Pep himself recommend the best hors d'oeuvres. Otherwise, there are also tables and a quieter dining room further in. On offer is a mixture of traditional and innovative cooking with a focus on seafood & fish.

• Web:

  www.calpep.com/?lang=en

• E-mail:

  calpep@calpep.com

• Address:

  Plaça de les Olles 8, Barcelona

• Phone:

  +34 933 10 79 61

Carlota Akaneya

Inspired by a famous restaurant in Kyoto, Carlota Akaneya is the first sumibiyaki in Barcelona. What makes it special is the grill placed in the centre of the table where you can cook impeccable quality meats, fish, and vegetables. So if traditional and authentic Japanese cuisine is what you are looking for, then this is the place to head for.

• Web:

  carlotaakaneya.com/eng

• E-mail:

  reservas@carlotaakaneya.com

• Address:

  Carrer del Pintor Fortuny 32, Barcelona

• Phone:

  +34 933 02 77 68

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 7pm–11pm; Sat & Sun 1:30pm–5:30pm / 7pm–11pm

Cera 23

Cera 23 is the result of three friends sharing the same passion for food with a focus on the anatomy of a dish, which really shows. Try different types of seafood, meat, and vegetable dishes and round them off with a delicious dessert from the menu. A special pride of the restaurant is the black rice volcano, assembled of its ingredients to imitate an erupting volcano on your plate.

• Web:

  www.cera23.com

• E-mail:

  reservas@cera23.com

• Address:

  Carrer de la Cera 23, Barcelona

• Phone:

  +34 934 42 08 08

• Opening hours:

  Fri–Tue 7pm–11:30pm

Can Paixano (La Xampanyeria)

Can Paixano, best known as La Xampanyeria is a traditional bar, in the heart of the Barceloneta neighbourhood, famous for its cava – a typical Catalonian sweet sparkling wine – which is best enjoyed with a side of tapas and bocadillos (sandwiches). La Xampanyeria is quite a popular bar among travellers and locals, so it is continuously packed. Stand wherever you can find space, and don't be afraid to gently push your way through the crowd to place your order.

• Web:

  www.canpaixano.com

• Address:

  Carrer de la Reina Cristina 7, Barcelona

• Phone:

  +34 933 10 08 39

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Thu noon–10pm

• Subway:

  Metro stop: Barceloneta

Casino Barcelona

Discover a world of entertainment where gastronomy, live music, and gambling are brought to life. Come and taste their Mediterranean, international and fusion cuisines, paired with the best wines and champagnes. Enjoy live concerts and a variety of musical performances and entertainment, which take place in their most innovative gaming rooms.

• Web:

  www.casinobarcelona.com/en

• E-mail:

  info@casinobarcelona.com

• Address:

  Carrer de la Marina 19-21, Barcelona

• Phone:

  +34 932 25 78 78

• Opening hours:

  Daily 9am–5am

CDLC Barcelona | Carpe Diem Lounge Club

The location is by far the greatest draw for Carpe Diem, as its fantastic spot right on the beach makes for an enjoyable evening meal and drink. Many come here to start the evening off, and some even stay longer and enjoy the restaurant's transformation into a nightclub later at night.

• Web:

  cdlcbarcelona.com

• E-mail:

  info@cdlcbarcelona.com

• Address:

  Passeig Marítim de la Barceloneta 32, Barcelona

• Phone:

  +34 932 24 04 70

• Opening hours:

  Daily noon–5:30am

Dr Stravinsky

A true hidden gem in the maze of back streets of the El Born district, Dr Stravinsky is a small and unique cocktail bar serving masterfully crafted drinks and bar bites in a cosy and whimsical atmosphere.

• Web:

  drstravinsky.cat/en

• E-mail:

  info@drstravinsky.cat

• Address:

  Carrer dels Mirallers 5, Barcelona

• Phone:

  +34 931 57 12 33

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 5:30pm–1:30am; Sat 1pm–4:45pm / 5pm–2:45am; Sun 1pm–4:45pm / 5pm–1:45am

• More info:

  Near the Picasso Museum

Harlem Jazz Club

Barcelona's premier destination for live jazz, swing, blues, and rock music, Harlem Jazz Club brings the feel of the Harlem music scene to the Catalan coast. There are performances every night, attracting the best of the local talent as well as visitors from all around the globe.

• Web:

  www.harlemjazzclub.es/en

• E-mail:

  zingariaproduccions@yahoo.es

• Address:

  Carrer de la Comtessa de Sobradiel 8, Barcelona

• Phone:

  +34 933 10 07 55

• Opening hours:

  Tue 8pm–2am, Thu–Sat 8pm–3am, Sun 8pm–midnight

Icebarcelona

Maintained at a chilled -5ºC, Icebarcelona is the only ice bar in the world located directly on the beach, a nice respite from the oppressive heat of the Barcelona summer. Enjoy cocktails and beers surrounded by ice blocks and ice sculptures in this unique bar.

• Web:

  www.icebarcelona.com/en

• Address:

  Passeig Marítim de la Barceloneta 38 A, Barcelona

• Phone:

  +34 932 24 16 25

• Opening hours:

  Daily noon–3am

Caelum

Offering a wealth of cakes and pastries, Caelum aims to satisfy even the most discerning visitors' sweet tooth. The products on offer are made by monks and nuns in various monasteries and convents located around the region, and they can be enjoyed along with a steaming cup of coffee in the small café area of the shop.

• Web:

  www.instagram.com/caelumbcn

• Address:

  Carrer de la Palla 8, Barcelona

• Phone:

  +34 933 02 69 93

• Opening hours:

  Daily noon–8pm

Cafè de l'Òpera

Historical cafe, in the heart of La Rambla, offering breakfast, churros with chocolate, coffee, sangria, and cakes in a classically decorated venue with a terrace.

• Address:

  La Rambla 74, Barcelona

• Opening hours:

  Daily 8:30am–2:30am

Café Salambó

Famed for its exquisite and varied cocktails, great selection of tapas, and wooden decor that gives the place a homey feeling, Café Salambó attracts a young and vibrant crowd, many of whom stop by for a snack and a bite to eat before or after a visit to the nearby Verdi Park cinema.

• Web:

  www.cafesalambo.com/en

• Address:

  Carrer de Torrijos 51, Barcelona

• Phone:

  +34 932 18 69 66

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Thu 1pm–12:30am, Fri 1pm–1:30am, Sat noon–1:30am, Sun noon–7pm

Cafès El Magnífic

"Magnífic" in both name and quality, this high-end coffee house allows its patrons to try different types of coffee and speciality blends in the shop's sampling area before deciding what to order. Many customers choose to take some beans home, which attests to their high quality and exquisite flavour.

• Web:

  cafeselmagnifico.com/en

• E-mail:

  elmagnifico@cafeselmagnifico.com

• Address:

  Carrer de l'Argenteria 64, Barcelona

• Phone:

  +34 933 19 39 75

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Sat 9am–8pm

Churrería Laietana

Traditional churrería in the heart of Barcelona serving freshly prepared Spanish churros, alongside a dip of creamy chocolate. Hand in hand with a cup of coffee or tea, Churrería Laietana is a great place for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a time-out while exploring Barcelona.

• Address:

  Via Laietana 46, Barcelona

• Phone:

  +34 932 68 12 63

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 7am–1pm / 4pm–8:30pm; Sun 8am–1:30pm

Granja M. Viader

Barcelona's traditional cafés are known as "granjas", and M. Viader may be one of the most famous. Opened in 1870, Granja M. Viader remains after all these years a great place to stop by for coffee, traditional desserts, pastries, and sandwiches, as well as to try the traditional cacaolat (a Catalan chocolate drink), always best paired with churros. The whole place oozes charm and personality, and staff and clientele alike ensure that it is always lively.

• E-mail:

  granjaviader@gmail.com

• Address:

  Carrer d'en Xuclà 4, Barcelona

• Phone:

  +34 933 18 34 86

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Sat 9am–1:45pm / 5pm–8:45pm