Barcelona
I’ve lived in Barcelona for a while now and I have compiled a list of my favorite places. Some are notorious, others are not. This is my genuine list of go tos.
Fancy
Disfrutar: I am biased. The chefs are dear friends but the food never disappoints. Treat the experience like going to a museum or an event. Spend the afternoon or evening savoring their creations and experiencing new ways of eating food.
Tickets: Literally like being in Ferran’s head. It is a dinner with a show. Let yourself be surprised by the magic behind their cooking.
Spanish
Casa Mari y Rufo: Fish and meat. Rustic, family owned, delicious. Make a reservation. Weekdays only.
Paco Meralgo: Fancy tapas. Central, good vibe. Make a reservation.
La Pepita: Fun vibe and great tapas. Walk-ins only.
Cerveceria Catalana: Solid tapas place but it is always full. Walk-ins only. Hound a seat at the bar and you will not be disappointed. Also, open all day so great for out of the ordinary dining hours.
El Tiet Taver-Teca: Casual, tasty and full of character.
Lokal: Casual, inexpensive place to share meat together. You will smell like a BBQ afterward but worth it.
Japanese
Ekubo: Small, delicate and high quality sushi. A little trip to Japan.
Koku: Never thought eating ramen in a basement would be so good. Casual and cool.
Majide: High quality sushi.
Korean
Pocha: Just go.
Drinks
La Graciosa: A wine bar with hidden interior courtyard. Good luck snagging a table!
El Nacional: Great for having a drink near Placa Catalunya.
