Guidebook for Barcelona
Food Scene
O'Toxo 3 Hermanos
59 Carrer del CarmeFantastic Tapas menus and good wine!
My favourite local. Cheap and friendly with a few seats outside. Gin & Tonics pack a punch.
17 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Bar Resolis
22 Carrer de la Riera BaixaMy favourite local. Cheap and friendly with a few seats outside. Gin & Tonics pack a punch.
Pinxos! Cheap and fun - serve yourself small tapas on bread and pay at the end by how many toothpicks you have.
37 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Blai 9
9 Carrer de BlaiPinxos! Cheap and fun - serve yourself small tapas on bread and pay at the end by how many toothpicks you have.
Literally a stone's throw away (as in I could hit it with a stone from the balcony), Marmalade serves up North American style brunch Thursday-Sunday
107 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Marmalade
4 Carrer de la Riera AltaLiterally a stone's throw away (as in I could hit it with a stone from the balcony), Marmalade serves up North American style brunch Thursday-Sunday
If you're here on a weekday, then I'd suggest trying to stop in for a menu del dia which will get you a first plate, second plate, bread, drink, desert (2nd desert) and a digestif for - €10!
24 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Guixot
8 Carrer de la RieretaIf you're here on a weekday, then I'd suggest trying to stop in for a menu del dia which will get you a first plate, second plate, bread, drink, desert (2nd desert) and a digestif for - €10!
Although I hate to admit that I like it - as it seems a bit too gentrified for Raval - Caravelle does good soul food and has a welcoming atmosphere.
87 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Caravelle
31 Carrer del Pintor FortunyAlthough I hate to admit that I like it - as it seems a bit too gentrified for Raval - Caravelle does good soul food and has a welcoming atmosphere.
For the healthy crowd - Juices and smoothies vegan or otherwise!
28 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Juicy Jones
For the healthy crowd - Juices and smoothies vegan or otherwise!
Less of a pizzeria and more of an everythingeria - I guarantee you will leave here feeling stuffed (and maybe a bit tipsy) for less that €10. The opposite of posh, but the quirky decor makes up for it
14 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
L'Àvia
33 C. de la CeraLess of a pizzeria and more of an everythingeria - I guarantee you will leave here feeling stuffed (and maybe a bit tipsy) for less that €10. The opposite of posh, but the quirky decor makes up for it
Worth the trek - if you can call it that - to the barrio by the sea. Deep fried, deep sea creatures for every palate.
79 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Restaurant Montolio Can Maño
12 Carrer del BaluardWorth the trek - if you can call it that - to the barrio by the sea. Deep fried, deep sea creatures for every palate.
My favourite place for a mid-week menu del dia. In the thick of it all but nestled away in a little pocket of calm. Lovely terrace, also good for evening drinks.
BOSCO Food & Drinks
9 Carrer dels CapellansMy favourite place for a mid-week menu del dia. In the thick of it all but nestled away in a little pocket of calm. Lovely terrace, also good for evening drinks.
Bar jai-ca
13 Carrer de GinebraGreat place for seafood tapas!
Drinks & Nightlife
33/45 is a big cosy bar with vintage furniture - quiet mid-week, it tends to be a bit more happening on Friday and Saturday.
Carrer de Joaquín Costa, 33
33 Carrer de Joaquín Costa33/45 is a big cosy bar with vintage furniture - quiet mid-week, it tends to be a bit more happening on Friday and Saturday.
Definitely something off the beaten path, this gay bar is always full of a young crowd (gay and straight).
59 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Madame Jasmine
22 Rambla del RavalDefinitely something off the beaten path, this gay bar is always full of a young crowd (gay and straight).
Don't let looks deceive you - this little dive bar is a gem. A perfect place to stop in for one (or stop in for 10) this bar is known for taking closing hours as a suggestion - shh don't tell anyone!
7 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Kentucky
11 Carrer de l'Arc del TeatreDon't let looks deceive you - this little dive bar is a gem. A perfect place to stop in for one (or stop in for 10) this bar is known for taking closing hours as a suggestion - shh don't tell anyone!
Aptly named bar - check in for yourself.
80 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Bar Bodega Fortuny
56 Carrer de Joaquín CostaAptly named bar - check in for yourself.
La Concha is a great place to get some of that southern Spain moorish vibe. Shisha and beers are the catch of the day.
Carrer de Guàrdia, 14
14 Carrer de GuàrdiaLa Concha is a great place to get some of that southern Spain moorish vibe. Shisha and beers are the catch of the day.
Classic Raval gay-sweatbox, this bar attracts a mixed crowd of people (gay/straight) and does not take itself too seriously - the vocal stylings of Shania Twain and the Spice Girls delight.
19 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
El Cangrejo
9 Carrer de MontserratClassic Raval gay-sweatbox, this bar attracts a mixed crowd of people (gay/straight) and does not take itself too seriously - the vocal stylings of Shania Twain and the Spice Girls delight.
Pseudo gay bar/cafe/restaurant that seems to change from one thing to another all day. You can start your day off with breakfast here, come back for lunch, and stay out dancing until 3 am.
12 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Zelig Barcelona
116 Carrer del CarmePseudo gay bar/cafe/restaurant that seems to change from one thing to another all day. You can start your day off with breakfast here, come back for lunch, and stay out dancing until 3 am.
El Rincón del Cava
53 Carrer de Blasco de GarayBottles of cava are only €3 here - need I say more?
Drinks and food - patatas bravas, olives, smoked sardines and wine at €1.60 a glass - cheers!
18 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Bar La Principal
186 Carrer de SepúlvedaDrinks and food - patatas bravas, olives, smoked sardines and wine at €1.60 a glass - cheers!
Independent theatre with a great patio tucked away from in all in the Born neighbourhood.
125 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Antic Teatre
12 Carrer de Verdaguer i CallísIndependent theatre with a great patio tucked away from in all in the Born neighbourhood.
Nice gin bar with a grungy vibe and lots of outdoor seating.
11 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Lupara
2 Plaça de Santa CaterinaNice gin bar with a grungy vibe and lots of outdoor seating.
Much more that just absinth, a nice place near the beach for some drinks.
31 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Absenta Bar
36 Carrer de Sant CarlesMuch more that just absinth, a nice place near the beach for some drinks.
Sightseeing
Off the beaten path - these old civil war fortifications offer fantastic views over the city. It's a bit of a trek up (so you'd better bring some wine to rehydrate). Metro to Alfons X and climb!
412 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
MUHBA Turó de la Rovira
s/n Carrer de Marià LabèrniaOff the beaten path - these old civil war fortifications offer fantastic views over the city. It's a bit of a trek up (so you'd better bring some wine to rehydrate). Metro to Alfons X and climb!
Eat your heart out, Park Guell. This Barcelona gem offers serene garden walkways, views of the city and a hedge maze. However, unlike Park Guell it doesn't offer mariachi bands and pan flutes.
336 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque del Laberint d'Horta
1 Passeig dels CastanyersEat your heart out, Park Guell. This Barcelona gem offers serene garden walkways, views of the city and a hedge maze. However, unlike Park Guell it doesn't offer mariachi bands and pan flutes.