BARCELONA RESTAURANTS:
Barcelona could be considered an international cuisine mecca, as it has some of the finest dining in Europe. Multiple restaurants have Michelin Stars, ranking among the top dining experiences in the world. For those who know me, I am quite a picky eater. I am not the biggest fan of Spanish food or Catalan cuisine. However, I did find some dining (both- pricey and inexpensive) where I think everyone can have a fulfilling meal. See my recommendations below:
Cal Pep- Hidden away in a little plaza in the Born area. Food is exceptional! Great tapas for lunch and dinner (The tapas are equivalent to a full meal). Get there early because it gets packed very quickly. Mid priced.
La Dolca Herminia- Mid-priced, one of my favorite restaurants in Barcelona! Amazing food. Mediterranean cuisine. Nice environment. They have English language menus. Visit their website at www.ladolcaherminia.com
Alkimia- a Michelin star restaurant in Eixample area. Very very good food. Elegant restaurant. Dress appropriately. New Catalan, avant-garde cuisine. Expensive.
Taller de Tapas- a vast variety of tapas can be found here- something for everyone. Mid priced. Especially great for lunch. www.tallerdetapas.com
Noti- a trendier restaurant located in the Eixample area. Great main courses and amazing deserts. High ranged pricing. www.noti-universal.com
Los Caracoles- which translates to “the Snail.” Don’t let the name deceive you. Los Caracoles has vast variety of solid Catalan traditional food. Located just off of Las Ramblas, near Placa Reial. Good, lively atmosphere. Mid priced.
Other restaurants that I heard were amazing that I didn't end up getting to try due to my limited budget as a student: Hoffman (a top restaurant that is led by the "Hoffman"- the one of the best cookery schools in the world), Comerc 24 (a well known restaurant for its great Catalan cuisine, same chef as Alkimia)
BARCELONA NIGHTLIFE:
Obviously, the happenin’ bars and clubs change over time. However, I found some good staples that I think will be forever popular. Put your dancing shoes on and enjoy the great clubs. Some of my favorites include Pacha, Razzmatazz, and Otto Zutz. If you want to enjoy a drink before these popular, trendy clubs- go to L'Ovella Negra (the black sheep), which is located off of Las Ramblas. Sip on pitchers of the infamous Spanish Sangria while mingling with this laid back crowd. For the stylish non-touristy lounge/bar, I would recommend Buddha Bar. Dress nice, as they can be selective as to whom they let in (especially on certain nights- Thursdays and Sundays).
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