Marula Café is a vibrant pub and music space, hosting concerts and live gigs every night. Funk music rules, while rock, pop, country, jazz and other genres are also played here. The club is intimate though CD launches, presentations, small conferences and so on are also held. The crowd is an eclectic mix of locals and visitors, making this a great place to mingle with friends and friendly strangers. Grab a drink at the cocktail bar, known for the delicious libations served here, and groove to the music as you become oblivious to the city outside. The venue is best known for the weekly A Wamba Baluba night, every Thursday from 9:30p to 5a. The club comes alive to the sound of music as local, national and international bands take center stage. DJ sessions and theme parties often feature on the entertainment program of A Wamba Balaba as well.
Run by José Monje, this immensely-popular restaurant serves a wonderful range of signature dishes that are carefully-crafted the real Catalan way. Its immaculate reputation has transformed it into a firm favorite among the city's rich and famous. Some of the restaurant's main features include an extensive wine list, a wood-fired oven, top-end service, and a special four-course menu that changes each and every day. Decorated in the modernist style, you'll feel cushioned from the hustle and bustle outside in this exclusive and elegant setting. Guests can also reserve a private dining area if they wish to experience an intimate dining experience.
Wine-lovers in Spain have never been so grateful to Sergi-Ferra Salat's ingenuity at Monvínic. The reason being? An enviable wine cellar, saturated with wines from all over the world handled by a knowledgeable sommelier crew who care for their wines more than their lives. Catalan-inspired tapas and a short and sweet menu of quick-bites features alongside the extravagant wine menu. Although you'll love the small plates listed, the hero at Monvínic is wine, wine and some more wine!
From noon till late hours of night, Milano Cocktail Bar welcomes patrons into its elegant atmosphere to enjoy a drink or feast on traditional tapas. Renowned for its cocktails, do not leave this place without trying a few of their interesting concoctions. Green Almond, Gentleman Apple, Picasso, Lady Sour and the Watermelon Martini are highly recommended. In the afternoons, patrons are given a trip back in time, as the restaurant recreates a 1940s ambiance. Nights at this place are brought alive by soothing melodies strummed by Jazz musicians.
At Macarena Club, Mondays are treated like weekends: crowds gather outside as everyone tries to get a dose of the Monday night party (though the venue functions on other nights as well). Although the name might lead you to think 'retro', the music here is a healthy mix of house, techno and local favorites. The music is very loud and not for those who are uninitiated in the night life of the city. The club is a hit among the youth and also offers a range of cocktails and beers. So drown the Monday blues in mojitos, and party away with fellow cosmopolitans.
There's a lot to recommend at Sidecar, a long-established dance club. It plays a great selection of music including funk, pop and rock which you can dance to and attracts a friendly crowd. With its central location and funky decor, you'll find a varied clientele made up of students, tourists and teenagers. The casual and laid back atmosphere sometimes gives the feel of a summer village fiesta. The bar is a cool zone to grab a drink and chat up with the other clubbers. Check the website for a list of daily line ups.
There are very few places in the city that get the ambiance, food as well as the drinking scene on point as ElDiset does. A perfect escape from your itinerary, ElDiset presents itself as an unparalleled date-night spot. The restaurant has a chic interior that's beautifully illuminated with gentle lights. Wine bottles adorn the shelves of the surrounding walls giving you a glimpse of how your evening would unfold. The menu dictates quintessentially Spanish dishes with the focus being on tapas. Served to look like a work of art, the seafood, meat as well as vegetarian specials delight your palate ensuring a second visit.
Get a taste of Spanish wines at Disset 17 Graus. The selection doesn't stop there though - you'll find a variety of wines from around the world. Choose from a selection of tapas to accompany your meal, including cheese plates. The atmosphere is lively and trendy, attracting crowds of repeat customers. If wine isn't your thing, they also have a great selection of beer.
A quaint and elegant restaurant tucked away into a corner of the eponymous street, Pau Claris 190 features an interior bathed in soft lighting emanated by the quirky bulbs and chandeliers. Neatly laden tables are set at regular intervals in a space where the aromatic scent of flavorsome food wafts in the air. The eclectic menu is an assortment of delicacies cooked to perfection, and you can pick from delights like homemade tofu paired with miso gravy, lobster risotto, succulent rack of lamb and duck breast. The constantly changing menu ensures that guests are surprised with something innovative and novel each time they visit. For dessert, you can indulge in decadent treats like chocolate cake and pistachio ice-cream. Pair your meal with your choice of wine from an extensive selection. Be it a family dinner or a romantic date, this spot caters to every occasion.
Rich Basque history informs the menu of this restaurant, earning it a mention in both the Michelin Guide and La Guía Campsa. The fresh ingredients used in the dishes are brought directly from nearby Navarra (Nafarroa) and the other Basque regions. Many of the dishes are cooked using methods that have stood the test of time, though the menu changes occasionally to allow the chefs to experiment with fresh, seasonal produce. The roasts are prepared in a wood-fired oven, and the homemade desserts are irresistible. It boasts an excellent wine cellar, and proof of the restaurant's reputation is the waiting list to get a table. Be sure to make a reservation!
Run by José Monje, this immensely-popular restaurant serves a wonderful range of signature dishes that are carefully-crafted the real Catalan way. Its immaculate reputation has transformed it into a firm favorite among the city's rich and famous. Some of the restaurant's main features include an extensive wine list, a wood-fired oven, top-end service, and a special four-course menu that changes each and every day. Decorated in the modernist style, you'll feel cushioned from the hustle and bustle outside in this exclusive and elegant setting. Guests can also reserve a private dining area if they wish to experience an intimate dining experience.
Gaze at the Gothic Santa Maria del Mar, while you sip on a goblet of Spanish cava. Located in a touristy yet charming area, La Vinya del Senyor lets you sample hundreds of varieties of wine at your own leisurely pace. You can accompany your drink with a host of cheeses and coca (a pizza-like Catalan dish). Also available is the Spanish favorite - bread with olive oil and rock salt - as well as cold cuts like salami. Grab a table or a stool by the bar and enjoy your meal while you detach yourself from the surrounding hustle and bustle.