Over the last 30 years, this restaurant on La Barceloneta beach has transformed itself from a simple snack bar to a much more sophisticated venue. It's now considered one of the best restaurants in the area. The menu is clear and simple: fresh seafood of impeccable quality along with signature paellas and decadent home-made desserts. The wine list offers a wide range from bargain bottles to fine vintages from Rioja and Navarra. There's also a cigar and liqueur menu.
Carpe Diem Lounge Club (CDLC) makes for a glamorous addition to Barcelona's nightlife scene. This beachfront club is located just off the Mediterranean Sea and overlooks breathtaking views from its outdoor lounge. Select a plush bed on the patio or head indoors with itw underlying Middle Eastern theme that is replete with rustic chandeliers and ethnic upholstery and furnishings. Unwind on the dance floor that buzzes until the wee hours to an eclectic mix of beats. Creative cocktails and premium spirits dominate the bar list, while the menu promises a fusion of flavors that are influenced by cuisines the world over.
This restaurant, nestled atop the 75-meter-high (246 feet) Torre de Sant Sebastián cable-car tower, is more a spectacular vantage point than any eatery. A predominantly seafood menu is cooked in traditional Catalan style and the service is more than satisfactory. Enjoy the breathtaking view of the city and the sea as you munch on delicacies like the duck foie gras terrine or rigatoni with mushrooms and sip on exquisite wines. Being an upscale luxury joint, it mostly serves high-profile customers. But if you do manage to get a reservation, you are sure to have the time of your life!
Located just steps away from the Museum of Contemporary Art, Kasparo Restaurant is a great place to find yourself on a sunny day in Barcelona. The much-coveted terrace is a favorite among locals and tourists for its perfect people-watching perch and airy atmosphere. The menu is written on a blackboard outside and changes daily depending on the season and popularity of the dishes. The beer and wine list gives guests a great opportunity to try out local breweries and wineries while basking in the sun.
Located right next to the luxurious and grand Hotel Arts Barcelona and overlooking the spectacular Barceloneta beach, lies the wonderful Opium Barcelona. This is a restaurant, bar, lounge and nightclub, all rolled into one. While the restaurant boasts of a unique Euro-Asian cuisine, the bar offers a delightful range of Spanish wines and other spirits. Come here for a distinctly elegant dining experience with your loved ones or to dance the night away to some of the best tracks spun by leading DJs.
This oceanfront restaurant on the beach is among the best places in town for paella. Opened in 1992, El Xiringuito Escriba specializes in this Spanish rice dish where seafood plays a key role. They also have tapas and entrees for those not in the mood for their rice dishes. Their seasonal menu is laden with delicious goodness. They also have meat variations and vegetarians also have good options. Their aromatic paellas will surely please any palate. Don't miss their desserts as they are equally enticing. Savor your meal with sound of waves crashing in.
Nestled within the Gran Hotel La Florida, on the slopes of Tibidabo, L'Orangerie will weave a spell around you, with its sophisticated ambience, magnificent views and rich Mediterranean cuisine. The menu, featuring a creative take on traditional recipes, is constantly improvised to offer the best of every season. For some of the best offerings of this place, choose from the chef's recommendation list. Decked in an elegant combination of black and grey, the restaurant features opulent chandeliers covering the place in a warm glow. The terrace offers picturesque views of the surroundings.
With fresh ingredients, uncomplicated recipes and an elegant presentation style, simplicity is this restaurant's success mantra. Chef Javier Planes presents a traditional, yet innovative menu mainly comprising fish, lobsters and shrimp. Dine outdoors for a pleasant view of the sea or seat yourself indoors for a more intimate and private dining experience.
Affording views of L'Eixample, La Terraza del Claris is one of the best places to enjoy delightful meals with a view. Draped in lush plants, the glass enclosed dining room as well as the open rooftop furnished with cozy lounge seating are no less than a haven. Offering full lunch as well as Tapas, the Mediterranean cuisine is a must-try here. Try from the impressive cocktails and drinks menu or go for a dessert. With great views, delightful ambiance and delicious food, La Terraza del Claris is not to be missed. Ideal for a date, table reservations are highly recommended.
This modern high-class restaurant is housed in a spectacular building designed by Lluís Clotet and Oscar Tusquets. It was built over a small pool, or balsa, in Spanish. There are wonderful views of Tibidabo, covered in foliage, from the terrace. Catalan and Mediterranean dishes are on offer, with fresh fish, such as hake with rice or fried baby squid. There is an excellent foie fillet with apple. They have a salad bar and a dessert trolley, making it easy for indecisive customers.
This pretty, leafy restaurant is just the place to drop by if you are in the mood for some relaxation and a leisurely meal. Grab one of the thoughtfully-provided straw hats and settle into a chair under the gentle sun at the foot of the Tibidabo hill. It's from here that you can observe the city, while enjoying some excellent Catalan concoctions on the three garden terraces. A sampling of sea urchins and other fresh sea food awaits you at the La Venta.
Located off the Mediterranean coast on the 14th floor of the prestigious Renaissance Barcelona Fira Hotel, Palmer Restaurant epitomizes fine dining in the city. Savor a delectable, contemporary menu of Spanish and Mediterranean flavors in a sophisticated and luxurious ambiance. The extensive bar features an impressive selection of fine wine and spirits, paired beautifully with the tapas renditions on offer. Stews, salads, seafood and meat preparations made from seasonal produce are served up in imaginative ways. The floor-to-ceiling glass facade is lined with exotic palms, giving the space a tropical outdoor terrace feel, and providing spectacular views of the Catalonian capital's signature skyline.