Best Restaurants, Must Try Places in Barcelona

"With the Mediterranean Sea as its backdrop, Opium Mar is one of Barcelona’s most exclusive clubs, and should definitely be a-top the list of those who wish to be surrounded by the city’s elite. Not only does this venue offer the chance to enjoy some top-class dining, but as the sun sets over the Catalan capital, it turns into one of Barcelona’s best spots for nightlife!. Here you can enjoy some of the coolest theme parties in Barcelona while top DJs spin the night away."

"Opium positions itself amongst the titans of Barcelona's club scene thanks to these characteristics, but also thanks to its rampant ambience on weekends. The security at the door are notorious for their strict attitude, so it's highly recommended to go well-dressed in order to avoid problems getting inside. Don't let that stop you, because once inside you might just find yourself amongst those throwing your shirt onto the stage as things get wild."

"One of the best clubs in Barcelona, it has a beachfront terrace that can entertain more than 3000 individuals. It is one of the most glamorous and chic clubs in the city and they have a very strict dress code. It is a club for people with sophisticated tastes."

"Nestled between two of the most picturesque plaças of the El Born neighbourhood, this little eatery is as charming as the streets surrounding it. Born to bring together tastes from different Far East countries, it has rapidly become one of the top places for Asian tapas and good craft beer. In this colourful and cosy space you will try tapas inspired by the flavours of Vietnam, China and Korea."

"The combination of Asian food and local craft beer is hardly a bad one. And that’s what you’ll find at Mosquito. It’s a hip little den where you will find delicious Asian morsels on offer."

"Restaurants Global Sant Pere, Santa Caterina i la Ribera. Picnic’s brunch is already known as the best place to recover from a night out on the town with its eggs Benedict and an ace cocktail selection. Since Tara and Jaime opened the space in the first half of the 2000s, the tradition of an American-style brunch has become a favourite in Barcelona, and you can dig into other scrumptious fare like pancakes or huevos rancheros as well."

"In the heart of El Born, this magical neighborhood where medieval history meets contemporary hipster culture, you’ll find Picnic. This is a brunch classic in the area, and it’s the perfect way to start your day before heading to Ciutadella Park or getting lost in the streets of El Born. At Picnic you’ll find all-time brunch classics, toasts, pancakes, and other dishes made with fresh ingredients—all this in a small but bright and cozy space."

"Just steps away from the Parc de la Ciudatella, Picnic’s location makes it ideal for a lazy start to the day followed by a spot of sunbathing in the park. You can get a range of brunch items served tapas style, including sandwiches, salads, toast and egg dishes. They also have seasonal bellinis created out of whatever fruit happens to be in season at the time.www.picnic-restaurant.com/brunch-menu"

"Restaurants Haute cuisine El Raval. At this healthy hotspot, you can find raw foods, vegan options and gluten-free dishes along with ‘flexitarian’ creations containing lots of veggies and small amounts of animal protein. The menu also boasts cold pressed juices from fresh fruits and vegetables."

"Located in the Santa Caterina market, this is a dependable and better-than-it-has-to-be option for most times of the day, which is key in Barcelona. Restaurants often close between lunch and dinner, so if you’re hungry at an off-time, it’s usually hard to find a good spot. Thankfully, Cuines de Santa Caterina stays open through the whole day and night and sources their menu exclusively from the adjoining market."

"Pop into this glamorous spot after making the most of our Costa Dorada package deals and you’ll be treated to dinner and a show – and a glass of cava on arrival. The menu has a lot on offer, including Mediterranean tapas, main courses and desserts. The cabaret show here is top notch, with drag queens singing and dancing all night long."

"Esglesia de Betlem—Catalan for Betlem Church or the Church Of Bethlehem—features an impressive portal that occupies a corner of Las Ramblas and Carrer Hospital. The chapel was constructed between the 17th or 18th centuries on the site of a previous chapel that was lost in a fire. It's one of the city's most outstanding examples of Baroque architecture (a style that's rare for Barcelona), although it's rather small and primitive."

"The Baroque-style Basilica of Our Lady of Mercy is distinguished by the oeil-de-boeuf window that accents its entrance and the rooftop statue of Our Lady, which can be seen all the way from the shipyard. Designed by Josep Mas i Dordal, the basilica was built between 1765 and 1775 and also features an octagonal bell tower, a 16th-century Renaissance portal salvaged from an older church, the Church of Saint Micheal, and an impressive interior of chandeliers, painted ceilings, and ironwork. The statue that decorates its roof represents the many more that are housed inside."

"Behold the insouciant creative dynamism of Europe's most bizarre cathedral. Often called "the last cathedral" (even though it's not technically a cathedral), the Sagrada Familia inspires, delights, torments, and disturbs in equal measure. It is Barcelona's Holy Grail of religious buildings."

"Start your day by going to Sagrada Familia first thing in the morning as the lines get extremely long and the place gets incredibly crowded."

"Healthy Barcelonians can't get enough of Honest Greens' "eat real food" concept. Honest Greens has been a revelation since it arrived in Barcelona in 2018. Its “chef-driven, healthy food” concept is not only good for you, it tastes amazing and is affordable too."