What do I love more than shopping and traveling ? If you guessed food, you are correct. Aside from the historic landmarks and the soccer team, Barcelona has become Catalonia’s capital of gastronomy; a symbol of Mediterranean cooking. When you visit Barcelona I want to make sure you get the full experience, and what better way to than by checking out my top five favorite eats within the city.
Brunch and Cakes by the Sea
This list would not be complete without a vegetarian and gluten free restaurant option. Brunch and Cake by the Sea is a tropical paradise, a burst of flavors and textures. It’s a unique restaurant located near the popular beach neighbour of Barceloneta. The food is served in wooden platers, decorated so beautifully that it makes you wonder if the food is going to taste as good as it look, and it does. Brunch and Cake has gained social media popularity, attracting tourist from all over the global. It’s not just the appealing food, or the decor that makes Brunch and Cake a prime location for tourist and locals, it’s the wide variety of healthy and affordable options this restaurant offers.
El Nacional
www.elnacionalbcn.com
El Nacional is an upscale Iberian Peninsula food market with four specialized restaurants and four unique bars. The interior and architectural design of the restaurant is unlike anything you have seen before. From the gated entrance to the edgy bathroom lights, the detail at Nacional is sure to leave you in awh. The extremely beautiful building is complemented perfectly by the mouth-watering food served within. It’s a gastronomic experience you will surely only find in Barcelona.
Artte
Carrer de Muntaner, 83C, 08011 Barcelona
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www.artte.es
The restaurant name says it all-Artte meaning art in English, is a masterpiece of its own. The unique fusion between cuisine inspired from all areas of the global and live art makes this restaurant a must see in Barcelona. The restaurant is composed of two separate rooms. The dining room is the main stage for live music and art, where one can appreciate local talent while enjoying a fantastic meal. The other room is dedicated to all things tea, with over 80 varieties of teas from China, Vietnam, Sir Lanka, India, Japan, Nepal and Africa. This restaurant is unlike any other within the city. Whether you simply want to relax and enjoy an exotic cup of tea or you are looking for an authentic place to dine, arrte is the place to go.
La Xampanyeria
Carrer de la Reina Cristina, 7, 08003 Barcelona
If culture is what you seek, La Xampanyeria is the ideal place for you. It has gained popularity throughout the years for both locals and tourist alike. The restaurant offers a wide range of famous champagnes and sparkling wines, as well as delicious tapes.
Martínez Barcelona
www.martinezbarcelona.com
More than just an amazing view, Martinez is a rooftop restaurant specialized in rice and paella. It’s an ideal place to dine with your significant other or with a group of friends on a lovely Saturday afternoon.
As published on www.drivemebarcelona.com
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