Came here for a girls night out dinner/night. Never heard of this place previously but I did do myself a favor and check out the Yelp reviews. Based on everyone's boasting and 4/5 stars I started warming up to the sound of Barcelona! I'm not going to lie.. I was very apprehensive about going to a tapas bar on an empty stomach(Hadn't ate all day..my fault not anyone's)! Since I was already starving, not a big tapas gal (sorry I like HUGE portions) and I didn't have a chance to read the menu before hand I decided to eat a light meal to subdue the hunger that typically leaves you after leaving a tapas bar. So we made reservations for 9:30pm on a friday night and upon arrival I notice this place is slammed packed and jammin! So much so we waited about 5-15 minutes to get seated.. so much for reservations lol. Ambience was fabulous, music was on point. Loved the self portrait of the owner by the ladies room ..kind of a take 1, take 2, take 3 still shot portrait.. um cute :) So our host walks us to our seats, walked by a buchery with all sorts of meat hanging and being cut right in front of my very own eyes. Different! So we get seated and we get not one but two servers and possibly three. But you'd think with this many servers someone would remember to bring out my dessert menu that I asked for two times, but NOPE. Perhaps maybe because they were too busy performing a soul train line to the tunes of Bel Biv Divoe in between serving. But hey well get to that later. Surveyed the menu for about 15 minutes. There was vegetable tapas side and then meat side. So wait you mean to tell me tapas are $6-13 for small sample of whatever? Oh ok now I really was thanking God I ate before. I did the math, in order to have a satisfying portion of food that's about 4 or 5 tapas I'd have to order. Um.. getting kinda pricey here dontcha think? Since I already ate a light meal I thought I just skip straight to the drinks and desserts. I ordered a mojito. Drink came out about 15 minutes later but not before I was asked to provide a second form of ID b/c my ID was somewhat cracked.. lol really dude? I go to the bank with this ID and nobody ever questions me.. blah! That set a somewhat blah tone for the rest of the night. My drink came out about 15mins after ordering it, and um. It was OK. I've had better but definitely not bad. So then minutes later the tapas came out. I didn't order any but my cousin and girlfriends did and I did have a chance to try 3 or four of my cousins tapas. Neatly dressed servers walked around with tapas to tray of tapas to try out (might I add for free)! Then a random server (not our original server) came over and put a plate of Brussels sprouts on our tables. Everyone goes "um wait, we didn't order these.. sir um" to which he replies "there on the house" OK more free tapas??.. cool with me! I ate it was solely because it was free and also b/c I've never had Brussels sprouts. Overall they were pretty good. Got a chance to try the fried cabbage off my cousins plate. First time having fried cabbage and boy were they delicious! Then my cousin let me sample ..well ok eat the majority of her Patatas Bravas (fried potatoes)) which came with aioli sauce.. and these were equally well prepared and tasty as the fried cabbage. Another friend ordered the hanger steak which looked really good.. she complained it was fatty but um what do you expect lol its a steak hun! Now lets get to the disappointing factor: I asked for a dessert menu, not once, but twice. But no dessert menu in sight. *Shrugs, guess they forgot about lil ol me* Overall, a really cute spot.. if you like tapas.. I really don't care for them so I wont be back anytime soon but maybe to check out their wine bar!!! Note: If you want to opt out of ordering any food, they have a cute lil bar area circling the restaurant! Also noticed their extensive, now when I mean extensive.. i mean EXTENSIVE wine list. Like 6 or 7 pages of wine.. I'm no wine connoisseur but I assume if I was one I'd have a field day here.
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Tricia D.
Yummy food (Hazelnut Delight w Coconut ice cream, chorizo & figs, hanger steak), great ambiance, very reasonable prices, and drink options to satisfy everyone. Make your reservation early!
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Lili A.
Love the flan. Great atmosphere
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Bethany L.
My husband and I were looking forward to coming here for weeks, but when we arrived the power was out... We decided to stay anyways and eat what they could serve. We had the best time! Our server Quentin was so awesome! Start to finish he worked extra hard to make our time there wonderful! We will be coming back for sure.
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Jonathan F.
Where do I even begin talking about Barcelona? This place is the best tapas in town as far as I'm concerned. The atmosphere when you walk in is great. It is an upclass feel with a laid back attitude where everyone is enjoying each others company along with fantastic food plates and wonderful wines. I went with my wife and another couple who invited us for an evening out at one of their favorite places. They recommended trying a cheese plate, which was delicious. The waittress we had picked out three cheeses for us at our behest and we were very pleased with her choices based on our description of our tastes. Once we started ordering the small plates things really took off to taste town. Again, ask your server to recommend some choices. They know the menu well and will find suitable choices for your pallet. The main course was a meat plate with ny strip steak, pork chop, chicken, and sausage. It was increadibly good. The pork chop was tender and flavorful and a lot of places will dry it out by over cooking but this place nailed it. The wine list is extensive and epic to say the least and the dessert menu is just as good as the rest of the menu. The wait staff is so knowledgeable and helpful when you are trying to navigate their extensive menu. It doesn't matter if you are a first time diner or a repeat customer who wants to mix things up, they will lead you to the promised land of culinary bliss.
This place is great! All I'm thinking is why has it taken me soo long to come here?!? If you haven't been here yet, get your butt off the couch and head here! This place is an all-rounder type of place: good for a date, girls night out, brunch, group of friends; you name it! It has indoor seating, outdoor seating, bar area, and an outside patio with a cute fireplace! Definitely a place you can be cozy during the winter/cold nights! I can just imagine: it's a cold starry night, as you sit outside next to your significant other, wrapped in a blanket, in front of the fireplace, with perhaps a glass of wine in your hand! *perfect* oh let's not forget the great tapas style food! So let's see what you should get: potatoes empanadas, kabobs (these are a must!!!), but they are served in an odd number :-(, lamb chops (two pieces, but they were perfectly cooked)... You Definitely wanna come in a group so you can order a few things and be able to try them all, just remember to order multiples as most of these tapas come with 2-3 pieces each!
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Jennifer B.
This place is dangerous - too many delicious so-called "small plates" that pack a lot of flavor and variety (and calories). Before you know it, you're 4-5 small plates in, add a couple of glasses of wine & well, you better work out tomorrow. We skipped the dessert though they sounded tempting - there was just no room in the tum. Love sitting outside on the side of Barcelona - yes, your view is the parking valet, but a little breeze comes around the corner. In front across the street more condos! Inman Park is growing "up" since it can't grow "out". You can even access Barcelona from the Beltline from the back. You have to walk up to the entrance but how cool is that? Very good, well-paced service. We enjoyed sharing plates, good cocktails & nice out of the norm wine selection (you won't see these at Kroger).
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Amy H.
Wow. This place was pretty awesome. Atmosphere is awesome, get a little dressed up go out with the girls sit in the bar area, or enjoy some cocktails on the patio, or have your romantic weekend date!! We went with another couple and we decided that there were WAY too many items on the menu and we wanted the waiter to just bring WHATEVER and match a nice bottle of wine with what we got. We got SO many things that I cannot remember all but the roasted garlic bulbs were awesome. When I saw them I was like "whaaaat?? I gotta eat that?" oh those were good I cannot believe I have been missing out! Although this was my first encounter so needless to say DON'T PASS THOSE UP! I loved the mushrooms with the goat cheese, great combo, beat salad was yummy. The black hanger steak was goooood the server ordered us one and we told him it would be best to bring two more! Really good, flavorful, juicy, and tender. Loved the shrimp in wine sauce as well! We really had so much I cannot remember everything but the wine and the food it was good! I know it was a bit pricey but it was a great meal with good people and I just really commend the server for knowing what to pick out.
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Chris N.
The best thing I've had is the suckling pig. From what I understand, it used to be a Sunday only plate, but now they serve it on weekdays. Try it, you won't be disappointed. I hate pork rinds, but the ones on this dish were excellent! Other dishes that are very good are the paella and various tapas.
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Christopher T.
My wife and I ate here last night for the first time. We picked at random off a list of restaurants participating in Inman Park Restaurant Week and ended up at Barcelona Wine Bar & Restaurant. We had a fantastic experience! The tapas are incredible - it is obvious the chef(s) really put their heart into the food. Our cocktails were also excellent. What really made our experience though was the service. It is rare to see staff & servers working together as a team so seamlessly. Our drinks were always filled, and they perfectly timed the delivery of our (8) tapas! It felt like the moment we finished the last bite of one the next was arriving. This kept our table free of clutter too! The managers were friendly and asked how we were when we were coming and going. Phenomenal food and service! Check this place out!
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JoanaLola F.
We have been to this restaurant four times, and have always tried something different, as well as sticking to the things we liked. Though most of the things on their menu are delicious, we have to say that some things are just not what would be served in Spain. Here are some of our impressions: - Gambas as aljito: In Spain the shrimp used for this dish are small (as big as a tip of a finger) loaded with minced garlic and olive oil. At Barcelona they use the big shrimp (about the size of a thumb), sliced garlic, and chili peppers. - Plancha: not at all like they do it in Spain, but it tasted ok. - Boquerones: A serving of Boquerones in Spain is never less than 10-15 fish, yet at Barcelona they only serve 6 of them. - Paella: We have to say that the paella at Barcelona is pretty good. We ordered a mixed paella (seafood and meat), and the taste was impeccable. However, just two little suggestions: use more saffron (the rice was quite white), and, for the meat paella, use chicken rather than pork, as well as chorizo rather than the sausage that was in it. - Croquetas de manchego y jamon: Simply delicious - Figs with sweet and sour chorizo: though this isn't a dish we had ever had in Spain, it was still quite tasty. Dunking the bread in the sauce makes it that much better.
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Chrissie A.
Came here for Brunch and was really impressed with the menu. Favorite dishes: Steak and eggs - chimichurri was awesome, sunny side up eggs cooked perfectly, and the skillet potatoes are some of the most delicious things ever. mushrooms with goat cheese empanadas steak with truffle charred broccoli I wish I could think of more things, but honestly, this place is great. Everything we had was tasty.
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Mindy D.
Great GNO! Cocktails were refreshing and the tapas were amazing! Service was above and beyond. The restaurant and bar have a fun and sophisticated atmosphere. We dined outside. Highly recommend the calamari, cabbage and croquettas tapas.
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Food L.
Lovely outdoor seating...perfect for a weekend lunch! Was there on a Sunday afternoon and had beef empanadas (were ok), calamari (crispy and delicious), lemon ricotta pancakes (light ad fluffy). Enjoyed the food and atmosphere.
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John B.
The first time I went here I thought this was an elaborate ploy to steal my passport (the last time I was in the mother country I had my passport stolen, so I'm always on edge when the words Barcelona arise). I'm happy to report my passport wasn't stolen and this place deserves to be put down as one of Atlanta's premier venues. Cole is correct when he describes the attractive women, wonderful tapas, and anchor-location for the up and rising Inman Park. 1/2 bottles of wine can prove dangerous, so ride your bike. This place is pretty awesome. I love the art work in particular. This is one of the few places I've seen John Lennon pose for a woman other than Yoko. Last time I was here I had the chance to meet with the DJ, and he was cool and keeping the groove going throughout the evening. The wine selection is top-notch. Definitely worth a visit or six.
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Kay M.
Love the rustic atmosphere. My favorite part is the outdoor fire place with couch located close by. Food is just okay to me. It is a tapas style restaurant with some larger entrees available. I've been here multiple times for the atmosphere, fireplace and of course the wine. The staff is very knowledgeable about the wines and always had great recommendations for whatever you are in the mood for.
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Morgan W.
Barcelona is an awesome spot to go with a group so you can order a bunch of tapas and try a little bit of everything...along with of course ordering a few bottles of wine. I really enjoyed everything and the service was great. I would recommend the squash and the roasted garlic. Make sure to go ahead and make a reservation...it fills up fast!
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Christian T.
Waited over 45 minutes for a reservation. Called at like 5 to make the reservation and even asked if it was going to be packed. The guy said "I don't know, it varies from night to night." C'mon bro, I've worked in a restaurant before, of course it's going to get packed on a Friday night! Director if hospitality came out to us, real nice guy. After 45 minutes, I just couldn't wait another twenty minutes for a table. The food that the waiters were carrying looked nice tho?
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Lindsay W.
Love to overcrowd. Credit card machines down. Food late, recommend trying on a non weekend night. Moving on...
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Jane E.
Truly excellent vibes and that's what the stars are for. But the food isn't all that good to me. It's tapas style btw. We tried about 6 or so dishes... meatball dish, chicken dish, garlic dish, salad dish, couple other veggie and meat dishes, dessert... I'll look at the menu to get the specific names You have about 3-4 servers, there's no one sever per table... I think its more per section. Which might actually help get the food out quicker?? idk. There was live music the night we came, really enjoyed that. The manager was very nice! We got wine service while waiting in line... nice. Definitely a place to try if you haven't been here.
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Kiev R.
I wanted to be impressed by Barcelona Atlanta but alas, I walked away more disappointed than blown away. We headed to Barcelona because of their late hours and good reputation, arriving around 11 PM. Even at that hour, the place was in full swing and filled with a good number of people. But it wasn't so full to justify the full 5 minutes it took the hostesses to notice our presence (even though we were standing less than 3 feet from them) simply because they were too busy gabbing. Okay... not off to a great start. Once seated, our waiter greeted us and frankly he was awesome (and is the sole reason my review was elevated to 3 stars). He answered all of our questions about the menu and when asked, offered his recommendations and preferred wine selections. Barcelona Atlanta has a limited late night menu but our waiter took the extra step of querying the kitchen about preparing something that's offered on the regular menu instead (which they had no problem obliging). However, we asked for this exception in the first place because we found the late night menu to be very limiting in its variety. The food itself is very good, flavorful, well prepared, and well presented. As with any tapas restaurant, you expect small portions and to order numerous dishes but I found Barcelona Atlanta to be a little on the expensive side thus if you're wanting a true tapas experience, be prepared to spend a lot of money. Overall, Barcelona Atlanta provides a grown and laid back environment (which would be a great first date place!) so I'd be willing to give it another try.
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Allison R.
It's been a while since I've been here, and yet even still, hands down best in the city. I go out to eat a LOT and Barcelona, by far, is the best all around in Atlanta. From the expertly prepared food to the well thought out wine selection and the impeccable service--I am never disappointed. The new manager Brad couldn't be more warm, welcoming, and accommodating. The bar staff is friendly and well prepared to give excellent suggestions on wine pairings at a variety of price points. Service staff is well spoken and entirely delightful. Any issue I may have ever had has immediately been remedied as soon I mentioned something to any one of the outstanding management staff. Truly, not enough great things to say about this place.
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Maggie W.
This place has a great selection of wine, delicious food, and a seriously fun atmosphere. I've been here several times and plan on coming several more! It's really hard to park in the area and every time I have made a reservation they have been so nice at working with me to move it back when it's taking a while to park. Great service.
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HJM M.
Easily one of my faves! The location, the building, parking/valet, servers, beautiful people, food and drinks, decor and just everything about this place is just great. The bartenders are friendly and knowledgeable. And in the afternoons, you can go in alone, have a seat at the bar and either do done reading or talk to other happy people around you. I typically just graze when I'm there. The charcuterie plates and cheese selection are awesome and just ask a server or bartender about wine pairing and you'll be all set. Other restaurants should try to mimic this place.
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Karly G.
I'm still a fan of this place, been here 3 times and I love their food, their atmosphere, their service... but a few thing needs to change. 1. Their Parking 2. RSVP needs to be honored at least within a reasonable amount of time... I can wait for 15-20 min. for a table... not an hour and a half. Granted, they did try to make things right by offering complimentary tapas, but I'm there to pay for my food. 3. They need to expand the waiting/bar area because it was a complete chaos on any given night seems like. HOWEVER, I freaking love this place. I had just about every dish on their menu and the charred broccoli was the least of my favorite. It is charred and bitter. The suckling pig, the fried red snapper and chorizo + digs are amazing. The food has been consistent since my first visit. I can't wait to catch them on a slow day so that I can finally bask in the sun while dining in their patio. It is a noisy place because people are having fun, eating wonderful food and drinking good wine. People who have issues or want a nice quiet dinner - stay home. One more thing... they do not frown upon you for bringing in your own dessert nor do they charge a ridiculous fee for plating. I brought in a cake for a friend and they took off with the cake without interrogating me.
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Dorina C.
Love, love, love this place! Love their food, drinks, especially their white sangria Flora, very light and fruity, but what I like the most is their desert, the crepes, which are to die for!
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Janelle D.
We stopped in here for lunch. It was a perfect fall day - crisp, blue skies, a comfortable chill in the air, sunshine... We decided to sit out like most everyone else. On the way to seat us, the phone rang and the hostess, who was very personable and friendly, picked it up to ask them to hold. While that was going on, a man who had been walking in our direction stopped to ask if we were okay, and we let him know we were waiting to be seated. He decided to step in and seat us, and he turned out to be the owner. He was very charming and warm, and he told us about the menu, and shook our hands before leaving - it really felt like he wanted us there. I had a wine flight, the Rioja (see pic). It was SO good; some of the best wine I've had in a while and the perfect complement to my food. They have a HUGE wine selection, a sherry selection, lots of beers... We started with some meat and cheese ($6.50 for one, $17.50 for three). We had soft pork chorizo, the bleu cow and goat's milk cheese and the pork jowls. No complaints at all. The little bit of guava paste is a perfect addition - such an amazing combo of flavors. The meats were fantastic and the cheese was strong, but I love that. They brought us out meatballs because they had an extra order and I was so glad they did because it's not something I would have picked and it was so flavorful and tender. We also had the chorizo and figs too (what can I say, we love that darn sausage) and it was such an incredible combo of spicy and sweet. Pic added. Unfortuantely, we waited a very long time for the warm potato tortilla - our waitress suddenly disappeared after checking on us to see if it was out - and after almost half hour we asked them to take it off the menu so we could leave. They brought it to us to go anyway (and it didn't disappoint!). It didn't ruin our experience - sometimes things happen and sometimes you're the one who's just gotta deal. Overall, the food was delicious, they kept our waters filled, and the atmosphere was comfortable. I would definitely go back.
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Robert A.
I give this place 4 stars for the overall experience. 3.5 for the food, 4 for the atmosphere and 4.5 for the service. Wife and I went and had sangria and red wine to start. She had the house red which was fine and I had the sangria which was a little too sweet for me but still tasted OK. We started with the cacciatore and soft goat's milk cheese. Growing up in a predominantly Italian area in the NY/NJ area this was a common antipasta and this version of it was good. Not the best 've ever had but it was well executed and worth the money. 3 stars. Next we started with the gazpacho and the chorizo + sweet-sour figs. The gazpacho had a nice flavor to it, not bland but not overly spicy either. 4 stars. The chorizo and figs were excellent as well. The sausage was very good and the caramelized brown sugar reduction on the figs was a dinner highlight for me. 5 stars. Next was the snapper a la plancha and short rib shooters. The snapper was well cooked but too mild in flavor for me. My wife likes her fish bland so she enjoyed it more than I did but the salsa verde just needed something more to make it pop. 3 stars. The short ribs were excellent. Tender and flavorful and the horseradish sauce was well balanced. 4.5 stars. We ended dinner with espresso and flan. The espresso was very good but if you are one of those coffee addicts that want it to be thick as mud then you will be disappointed. It had a full flavor without being overwhelming. 4 stars. The flan was the best surprised all night. I'm not a fan of this but my wife thought that since this is a Spanish themed restaurant then we should go with it. She could not have been more right. We both agreed that this is the best flan we have ever had. It is little moments like this that I find small joys in. It was creamy, not too heavy and had an excellent taste. 5 stars.
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Lauren P.
Barcelona is super cool with a nice menu and drink selection. Th interior is sexy and modern. The wait staff is good looking and educated on the menu items and friendly. Barcelona is located in the heart of VA highlands with a very young crowd of business professionals. Mon- Thursday nights you will see urban dwellers and cool hipster kids mixed in with working professionals. On the weekends you will see rich OTP dwellers trying hard to fit in but sadly are given awayby their OTP dress code of baggy Sears Dad jeans and Ross dress shirts, with a white t- shirt underneath and square toe shoes.
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Nikki G.
Had a great experience there. The staff were very friendly and knowledgable, and gave good recommendations. I only had small plates but the flank steak with truffle vinaigrette and the charred broccoli were amazing.
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Jonathan S.
Cougar central. Ridiculous. Definitely get the lamb chops. Skip out on the shrimp, the calamari, and the croquettes. The thing that sets this place apart from Eclipse Di Luna is the location. Sitting outside is a nice experience. However, I would avoid the low lounge tables; eating is awkward on those tables. Barcelona is a good place for a group outing. It's not necessarily a good place for a date. It gets loud, and the cougars drink a lot of wine and start yelling crazy things.
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Bonnie C.
Awesome!!! The tapas and the neighborhood are amazing!!! Thank you!
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Melissa I.
This my favorite restaurant in Atlanta and I go to many of them! First of all, when you pull up, valet is easy and friendly. Secondly, when you walk up, you start feeling the ambiance and greeted openly by the hostess and manager. The bar and wine selection is amazing! Great date place and social gathering for any occasion. Highly recommend reservations as it gets packed even on a Wednesday sometimes. The food, delicious! My favorites are the ham Manchego croquets, sheep cheese, meat plate and fig preserve chorizo for starters. The mixed seafood paella is yummy and worth the 45 minute wait, so order it first thing. Sean the hospitality manager really goes out of his way to make a lasting impression and make your special occasion just what it should be and the reason why you dine out. Hands down, best place for tapas! I'm hoping to experience their brunch soon :)
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Ãipan P.
Amazing food, great environment and service :) highly recommended for special evenings.
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Cole O.
Amazing place to meet attractive women. Barcelona has that on lock. As I have visited this Catalan party city on multiple occasions - I was excited when this place was first opening up back in the day. It has stayed true. Tapas are off the hook. Wine list is comprehensive. Doug the bartender is cool as can be. 1/2 Bottles of Wine for Sunday brunches. Do you really want to tell me that isn't the best idea ever for young single people to meet one another. I have even taken my best friends mother to dinner here on a Friday night. This Inman Park hot-spot is my type of place. Ride your bike there - it is right on the Atlanta Beltline.
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Matt N.
Great restaurant! Awesome for treating out of town people and going on a date. Tapas restaurant with great cheeses, hanger steak, and other small plates. Amazing service as well. Will definitely be returning!
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Marcus Z.
After having lived in Atlanta for 2 years now, and after having dined at Barcelona on numerous occasions, I am finally ready to write a review! Although I say ready as if I was waiting. Haha. I just haven't gotten around to it. Barcelona is a great tapas bar/hang out spot located in Inman Park. It's got that great rustic decor and a pretty badass patio. Go for the fireplace on cool nights. It really enhances the experience. The service is...well...mixed. I've experienced phenomenal service. I've experience deplorable service. However, in the past few months, I've noticed an enhancement in the workings of the restaurant. Rumor has it that the former exec chef walked out and now there's a new chef. Since then, things have been running smoothly, food has been consistent, service has been wonderful. And now the food... The thing I love about tapas restaurants is that they allow me to experience many different things at once. I love this Spanish style of eating. Everyone gets to share! Of course, it can get expensive. I adore the hangar steak with the truffle sauce. Lots of yum factor. The mushrooms and goat cheese are creamy and delicious. The anchoïade...salty, briny, fishy, delicious. The charred broccoli is superb. It comes with an anchovy cream sauce that is quite aromatic and flavorful. The beet and walnut salad with blue cheese always pleases my palate. It's sweet, salty and nutty. I love flavor combinations like that. And finally, the dulce de leche crepes. I can't say enough there. Tender crepes, dulce de leche, vanilla ice cream, whipped cream. It's almost too much decadence. Barcelona also had a great wine program. And they make a pretty good sangria. I would love to give Barcelona 5 stars, but I never leave absolutely blown away. It's a great spot, but there's one particular tapas restaurant in Decatur that I find outstanding. Also, the inconsistencies I've encountered sort of hurt their image.
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Shelly G.
The first time I came here I did the family style tapas option with a large group. The food was amazing, but I'll admit the service was a bit off. Our waitress spilled half a bottle of wine on the table (but they did get us a new bottle). Half our party drank wine and the other half didn't, so we agreed that the drinkers would pay an extra $11. I opted out of wine and remember the receipt was correct when I signed it, only to notice later on my bank statement that I had been charged the extra $11. Weird. I called them and they were very nice, took down my credit card info, and told me they would take the charge off. It never was, but oh well. Other than that, every experience since then has been positive. My friends and I love coming here for half off bottles of wine on Sunday's. They have great food, service, music, and a sweet patio. Also their free bread is really good, and they aren't stingy about it.
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Christine P.
I will not be coming here again. I was extremely disappointed with not only the wait staff but with the food. This was my first experience at Barcelona after friends that I came with mentioned their past experienced were good ones. I will start off by saying they were a bit disappointed as well. After not being seated when the majority of my party had arrived, even though we made a reservation days in advance, our waiter came over to take our drink orders. He was very difficult to hear, even though the restaurant was not noisy. We received our drinks in a timely manner, and they were good - I ordered the Summer St. Sling. It seemed pretty simple and not very strong however. We then gave our menu orders - I had the Butternut squash (which was really a salad) and the prime rib. Our food came out timely as well, but I was disappointed in the portion and the fillers used. The woman who brought out the items couldn't tell us what they were either when asked. Others at my table ordered the meatballs, mushrooms/goat cheese, and scallops. There were about 4 small cubes of butternut squash atop arugula and 2 small drops of cheese. I understand it is tapas, but this was even smaller than others I have had and very sub-par. The prime rib was also over-cooked and chewy. The mushroom/goat cheese was much too rich and drenched in sherry I believe. The scallops, ordered by 2 at my table, were the biggest disappointment. They had 5 huge, thick slices of limes on a wooden plate, then a chunk of avocado, and then small bits of scallops. I would not have recognized it as scallop meat based on the presentation. My friend, who had ordered this menu item before, mentioned that last time she ordered this 3 huge scallops were served, not a few tiny chunks. They also hurried us with our food. They asked to take our plates when they were still half full, they took our silverware (I had to ask for an additional set), and the waiter did not check in once. The staff also fell and yelled across the dining area in front of us. I was disappointed when over $35 later, I came out with a still hungry belly and a to-be paid valet ticket. I would not recommend this restaurant.
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Teresa L.
We walked by this restaurant yesterday and found that there is a sign now! It is beside the entry door on a window, but the letters are dark on a dark background. It is nearly impossible to see. There are a lot of words on the awning, but the restaurant name isn't one of them.
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Andrew D.
I enjoy Barcelona, and its crowd. it is a solid go to spot to start a night, or chill out and have a few drinks and small bites. The food is not ground breaking, but is always consistent. I have enjoyed the potatoes bravas, wild salmon, grilled steak, empanadas, chorizo and figs, mixed meat plate, eggplant, ect. Barcelona is a better chain out of Connecticut, think coolest place in town in New Haven, or Stamford. It it in my opinion a little less authentic Spanish fare, as it is cool scene. Scene wise, dining in the bar area, or outside on the terrace is the way to go. I have found the table service to always be quite good. As for the drinks and bartenders, I don't know it just seems like such a shit-show to get a drink or chair at the bar. Then once i order a scotch on the rocks, the pour is rather weak. So that is really my only gripe. That said, I do appreciate that they have a very diverse wine list. Their beer list, though limited, has nice options. My top picks are the Choirzo and figs,eggplant, and empanadas. Although everything seems fairly reasonable in price, tabs do move up fast here. You have been warned!
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Hart P.
One of the best restaurants in Atlanta. Family of 6, so we ordered the chef's choice of tapas, really enjoyed the corn salad tapas and mushrooms. followed up with a 3 person paella, more than enough for all.
(5)
cindy m.
Service is great. Food ok. Pricey. Tapas can add up quickly. Especially if you are hungry!
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J D.
From start to finish service was five star. Super friendly to the point where it almost seemed fake, but it was real and sustained and clearly indicated the people working there love to serve. The atmosphere is hip, the lighting perfect, and the vibe sublime. The food was also really good. The potatas bravas were the best, but the crisp cauliflower I devoured with equal interest. I also has the grouper, olives, bread and crepas for dessert. No complaints. Content as can be right now. The price was astonishingly low for such a great all around experience. Coming back often!!
(5)
Courtney M.
TAPAS TAPAS TAPAS. Sangria! Super Service! #DatPatioTho! Not much can be improved when you're already the juicy peach floating at the top of a glass of sangria, if you know what I mean! Barcelona was a great place to meet up with my friend. We indulged in all the right ways: shrimp, hanger steak, patatas, shaved mushroom salad, and a tortilla with delicious pork. Oh, and plentiful sangria. I love that this place has such a fantastic menu - lots of options = lots of reasons to return! I can't wait to come back to Atlanta (and Barcelona)!
(5)
Jade P.
I had been hearing so many good things about this place, so I'm so glad that I finally got to go last night. And it definitely lived up to the hype. The aesthetic is modern, yet comfortable. The outdoor seating along the sidewalk feels just like a European restaurant. The servers are very attentive and knowledgeable. I'm not too familiar with the tapas style of eating, so they guided me and my table through what a traditional Spanish tapas meal looked like. They were also very knowledgeable about their extensive wine list. The Garnacha flight that my friend ordered was delicious, especially the Breca (girl's best friend ;) The food was fantastic. I had the Melon and Pea salad (savory watermelon and cantelope is to die for!), the Hanger Steak (with black truffle vinaigrette!) and the Whipped Sheep's Milk Cheese (YUMMO.) Three tapas plates and a glass of wine and you're good to go! Also, because I became a US Citizen yesterday, the servers treated us to a glass of sparkling wine, which was a nice welcome to the country :) I'll definitely be back!
(5)
D.J. K.
My second time dining here. I made reservations at 8pm, but due to the weather and limited patio seating and reservations backed up we did not get a table until 9:15. To make up for the long wait time they gave us 5 free tapas, pitcher of sangria, paella all on the house. What would have been a $150 tab came out to $50 for our group of 4. We of course tipped generously. I can't justify the food being on par with the prices, but I will say service is top of the line. We had the floor manager and several of the servers come by our table to make sure we were taken care of. Really felt like VIPs especially on such a busy night. 5 stars for service less one star for the less than stellar food. I will comment on the mussels tapa...there was no sauce..usually there is "soup/broth" filled in the bowl of mussels to give it flavoring, but there was barely any and mussels were TINY. Not sure if that was intentional or they were in a rush and just sent the dish out...
(4)
Meenal P.
I was visiting Atlanta for the weekend..and we decided to do a tapas dinner. I couldn't have asked for a better experience! I loved Inman Park and the atmosphere as well as the food at Barcelona! We went quite late to dinner but the crowd was still there. They have a nice patio section for seating; the interior is an awesome area as well. I loved my food as well as the service! Go here if you want a nice time with amazing food!
(5)
Rachel B.
This place has a great atmosphere, amazing tapas, and an extensive wine selection. I wish I could give it five stars... We came around 11:00pm on a Thursday, after reading on Yelp that the restaurant was open until 12:00. When we were seated, we were told that we could only order off of the late night menu and that the bar and kitchen, would be doing last call in 5 minutes. That being said, our waiter was friendly, helpful, and attentive. Even though it was a bit rushed, we enjoyed our meal, until the manager came over to our table and asked us to leave. We finished our food, paid our bill, and were just finishing our wine and waiting for our Uber ride, and the staff was still performing their closing duties. The manager, decided he needed to make a stronger point that he wanted us to leave, so he instructed a waiter who was closing the outside section to leave the door that was directly behind us open, on a night that was 25 degrees outside, in an attempt to freeze us out. When I explained that we were just waiting for our ride he said curtly, "that's fine." Having worked in restaurants myself, I was pretty taken aback by how rude he was. It is really a shame that the delicious food and attention of friendly waiters was completely ruined by the manager, someone who's job it is to uphold a higher standard. That experience turned me off to this restaurant.
(3)
Moosa D.
Food: 4/5 Service: 4/5 Atmosphere: 4/5
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Kevin Q.
Awful. Waiters kept changing and forgot the champagne I requested for my friend's birthday. The first person I spoke to kept telling me to sit down at the bar, which had no empty seats. The tapas were tasty but small and placed at the wrong sides of the table. The entrees were also way too salty. Would not come again.
(1)
Caroline J.
I came here two years ago for my 21st birthday and the food surpassed my expectations! I am a Spanish major and have always wanted to try authentic paella and tapas and was so excited to find this place. A little pricey but for a special occasion or just for drinks and tapas it is well worth it! I want to go back ASAP. :)
(5)
Megan N.
We came and had to wait a little bit for our table, but the service after was great. The sangria is delicious and the chocolate dessert is a must! Great place to come for drinks and a good dinner!
(5)
Stephanie L.
One of my favorite bars in Atlanta! You'll never find a complaint from me about this place... The staff is so amazing as well as the food and wine!
(5)
Rakesh P.
Right from the start the wait staff were excellent. They were extremely nice, talkative, and helpful with the menu and extensive wine list. The atmosphere on a Monday night was surprisingly buzzing (probably because of the deal they have on wine, half off on full bottles on Monday nights). The food was excellent. We had the jamon iberico, which was sliced in front of us and was absolutely gorgeous. We also ate the manchego + jamon croquettes, blistered peppers, gambas al ajillo (shrimp), and pan roasted venison, all of which were delicious, particularly the venison. We couldn't help ourselves and ordered dessert, the warm chocolate hazelnut indulgence, crepas salguero, and the flan catalan. They were all good but the warm chocolate hazelnut indulgence is the best. We'll definitely be coming back here for the service and the food
(5)
Julie S.
I went back to Barcelona and had a much better experience. I tried a variety of the menu and some of the tapas really knocked it out of the park. I love love LOVED dessert where we split the crepe and the churros. Amazing. I also once again loved the Bobal wine. Completely changed my opinion of this place and I definitely want to come back to take part of their half off bottles of wine Sunday special.
(4)
Megan K.
This is absolutely one of my favorite joints in Atlanta and definitely my favorite tapas place. The food: I have only done tapas here so I can't speak for the paella, entrees, or mixed grills. There's a huge variety of tapas to choose from so it's hard to pick, but every single one I've ordered is full of flavor. The details are important here and that comes out in the food. My picks: abondigas (meatballs), sweet and sour figs w chorizo, calamari (my all time favorite calamari!!), and the mussels. The mussels are important because of the broth that you absolutely must dip the fresh bread in which brings me to my next topic..... The bread: Everything you order is just a support for this bread. The warm, toasty, wheaty bread is everything. The drinks: I can only speak for sangria but it's excellent! Warning: this is STRONG sangria. 4 of us ordered a pitcher last night and we had a very strong buzz (ok my mother in law was drunk) by the end of the meal! The service: impeccable. Some of the best service I've ever had a resto each and every time I'm there. Attentive, interactive, constant refills and plate clearing, but never over the top. During our first visit, the hospitality manager welcomed us to the city with a few tokens for free tapas. Great food, great people!
(5)
John C.
My wife and I have been going to Barcelona for the last couple years and we love it. It's a great spot for a date night, or just to come for a drink and a bite to eat. Here's why it works for any situation: * They have the best wine list in Atlanta. Even if you aren't a super fan of Spanish wines, they'll find you something you'll love. The have about 100 to choose from. * Best service model. You always have 2 servers working for you so even if they're busy, you won't be waiting very long. And they're all funny and laid back. * Great people. We met the manager, Sean, during a busy night at the restaurant, and he's always made us feel welcome each time we've been back. * Options. You can spend a lot or a little, and either way you'll feel satisfied. They have tons of tapas - for 1 or 2 people, veggie or meat, etc. - so you can taylor the meal to your evening. Barcelona is one of our favorite restaurants in the city and we'll be back soon. If you want a good meal at a beautifully-designed, well-managed spot, this is it.
(5)
Kim P.
While visiting Atlanta we decided to try Barcelona Atlanta and were not disappointed. Tapas Ordered: Patatas Bravas Croquettes Gambas as Aijillo Grilled Hanger Steak Albondigas Spicy Beef Empanadas Crispy Calamari Chicken Milanese Duck Also ordered the mariscos paella for two which was huge. The tapas were really good. I loved every one of them with the exception of the duck. Duck wasn't bad, just not great compared to all of the other tapas. Paella was also just ok in my opinion. However, I could rave on and on about the other tapas we ate. They have an extensive wine list which inc. a green wine which we ordered (first tried it in Portugal). Service was prompt and attentive. Atmosphere was really lively, esp. for a Sunday night. Chic decor. Would highly recommend.
(5)
Leah B.
So, really this place is like a 4.5, but some extras bumped it up for me. The service is fantastic, the sangria is some kind of delicious. We had: 1.) Manchego, Jamon Iberico, y jamon serrano to start: 5 friggin stars. They make amazing pigs in Spain. 2. ) Manchego & jamon croquettes. Don't judge me. I like Spanish pigs. I just said it. 5 stars. 3.) Corn salad. My husband loved it, but it wasn't to my taste, 5 stars from him, 3 from me...let's call it 4 stars 4.) Gambas al ajilo. Delicious shrimp in butter. I mean, 5 stars, obviously. 5.) Patatas bravas. 5 stars from me, 3 from the hubs, but I'm writing this and this is like my favorite food ever, so 5 stars. 6.) Hangar steak. I did not like this at all. It was so beautifully cooked, but that sauce wasn't doing anything for me. 3 stars from me, 5 from the hubs. 4 stars. 7.) ALBONDIGAS, which is my favorite word ever. Too Italian tasting for me and didn't fit in at all with our other picks. 2 starts from me, 5 from the hubs. so like 3 stars
(5)
Castell T.
Food was really good. However, there was a big BUT! Even we had a reservation they made us wait more than 1hour!!!! And the worst part, is that went we got there no one told us It would take a while! THEY JUST SAID" it is going to be a minute" we asked like 3 times for our table and the guy at the front desk told us the same.... And we were not the only ones, most of the people who was there had a reservation and they waited between 45 minutes to 1:30hours!!! They should not make reservations that the ones they can really take! That is a shame!!!
(4)
Adriana P.
Been to Barcelona twice and both times have been amazing! This past Monday we enjoyed some Inman Park Restaurant week specials and half-priced bottles (which is a usual Monday deal). The wine list is very extensive and can be overwhelming even for a wine aficionado like me, but the servers are always very helpful. Our server, Joseph, made some excellent resiling recommendations! Some of the must-try tapas are the patatas bravas, the herb and mushroom goat cheese, and the beef empanadas. I have heard great things about their Sunday brunch, so think I'm going to try that next :)
(4)
Jenna S.
This is one of my favorite spots around Atlanta. I come here often to sit on the patio, drink lots of good wine and nosh on tasty bites. Service is good, food is delicious and wine is yummy. I especially love the fact that wines are available in "taste" size, which is basically a half glass. So, I can sample several wines and still be standing. Great spot!!
(5)
Lalan S.
I live in Ct and have been addicted to them since their first one ( or one of their first ones) in SoNo, CT. The ATL one definitely keeps up and does better. Took some of my staff from work there who are also good friends - lots of great attention from the manager and the waitress. Food was wonderful - I can honestly say there is nothing I have had on their menu that you shouldn't have. They change their menu seasonally, and the concept of tapas makes it fun to try new things every time you go back. If you haven't been go soon and get hooked
(5)
Ashley H.
Stopped in for lunch after a morning of apartment hunting. Moving from CT to ATL, we were familiar with the Barcelona restaurant. We met Sean, who immediately welcomed us and started telling us about the area and himself. He even suggested we check out the AMLI apartments, which we did and are moving into on 10/10!!! Anyways, he was a great guy and I can't wait to get back there once we move! Thanks for your friendly and outgoing vibe!!
(5)
Michael E.
What's good is not always popular, and what's popular is not always good, but Barcelona is a rare example of a restaurant that is both popular and delicious. This place is a classic double-edged sword. On the one hand, the tapas are excellent and the service is friendly and attentive. On the other, Barcelona has all the raucousness of Buffalo Wild Wings on a Sunday afternoon. If you're willing to put up with some obnoxious patrons here or there, Barcelona has some solid-value tapas. If Iberian Pig is the Maserati of tapas, Barcelona is BMW.
(4)
Judith C.
I came here for a friend's 25th birthday party. It was packed, so lucky for us, we had a party reservation for about 10 people. We sat outside and the servers were very helpful in giving us an extra outdoor heater because it was pretty cold! Their tapas are great - I had patatas bravas and chorizo and figs. Just two tapas and I was full! The atmosphere was lively and full of laughter. The restaurant is located near Little Five Points, which doesn't have a lot of parking. I don't know if there is a parking lot or valet available; my friends and I were fortunate enough to snag a street parking spot right in front of the restaurant.
(4)
Kelsey F.
Oh my. Yelp readers, I hope you can learn from my mistakes in life. I waited over TWO years to go to Barcelona and man oh man do I regret it. I finally went with a friend on a recent Monday night and I get giddy every time I think about returning. The service, the food, the wine and the atmosphere are without compare. Barcelona is a pretty popular restaurant so most nights you will probably need a reservation. My friend and I went around 8 on a Monday night and we got two prime seats at the bar. As soon as we sat down, our dear bar tender, server, and new best friend for life poured us a sample of Spanish wine and introduced us to the lovely couple sitting to our left. We took our time and eventually ordered some wine and 2 tapas - mushrooms with goat cheese and an eggplant dish. My friend is vegetarian and they have a vast menu with plenty of meat-free options. While we were waiting for our food, the bar tender brought us a free sample of calamari. It was seriously some of the best I have ever had. When our food came out, we accidentally received potatoes instead of eggplant. Our server recognized the error and let us keep the potatoes while he had the kitchen whip up our eggplant. They were so apologetic about the mix up and the potatoes were cooked in a delicious spice and covered with a creamy, flavorful sauce so we were pretty pumped about it. It also happened to be my friends birthday, so once again our favorite server brought us a complimentary warm chocolate cake with ice cream on top for dessert. I really don't think our meal could have been any better. I personally love small plates of food. I've found some guys are a little opposed to or weirded out by this sort of dinning, but Barcelona is so good that it may change their opinion of tapas. They also do paellas for those looking for a larger meal. The atmosphere makes me feel like I'm in some swanky big city restaurant. I'm probably not really cool enough to hang out here on the regular, but it's fun to pretend. The space is generally pretty dark with an open kitchen, interesting art pieces on the walls and a wrap around porch for summer brunching. Sitting at the bar is fun because the staff are so friendly and the people around you are chatty and charming. Parking is available on the street, valet or there are a few free 2 hour spots in the deck next door. If you are looking for an amazing deal, stop in on Sunday for half prices bottles of wine. If you are looking for an amazing experience, stop in any day or night for a perfect dining adventure rich with incredible food, plenty of wine and splendid company.
(5)
Michelle S.
I didn't give it 5 stars only because the service was a bit slow and it was just 12:30. Maybe it was just a scheduling issue with staff. Otherwise this is a place you would want to bookmark. The Tapas were all delicious ... Spanish olives, Jamon Serrano, Chorizo + Sweet-Sour Figs, Grilled Hanger Steak.
(4)
David G.
The service was great. Sarah and Rian did an excellent job with our large party. My favorite tapas: Foi Gras, Chorizo with Sweet/Sour Figs, and Jamon Serrano. For dessert, the Flan was my favorite. I will definitely be back. The only recommendation I could make would be in regards to the valet. I drove by and no one was out there. Luckily I found a spot right in front. Another member of my party had a similar experience.
(4)
Stephanie F.
You really can't go wrong with Barcelona. The food, atmosphere, and service are fantastic. That said, if you have Celiac or are allergic to gluten, be VERY careful when eating here. I learned my lesson the hard way. I got "glutened" last night and don't feel so great today. Generally speaking, the servers and staff are extremely knowledgeable about which menu items contain gluten and can advise you accordingly. And, the menu is actually pretty gluten-free friendly. Most of the items don't have gluten in them. The problem is with the MENU itself. It doesn't tell you EVERYTHING that a dish has in it. In this case, it was the Chicken Milanese. It was lightly breaded but there was no mention of bread on the menu. We had two servers. I told the first one I was allergic to gluten but failed to mention it to the second one so when we ordered this dish, he didn't warn me because he didn't know he needed to. Not his fault. Anyway, I ended up eating some because at first, it wasn't obvious that it was breaded. I realized it after I had ingested it unfortunately. I will now be sick for several days... :( The servers' response to this mishap was flawless, however. They apologized, of course. They didn't charge us for that menu item and promised to improve their communication when a person with a gluten allergy comes in. That's the best I can hope for, really. And, I should have been more vigilant, too. My unfortunate incident aside, Barcelona is really a great place. The menu changes frequently (daily I think?) but you can't go wrong with any of their steak tapas plates. They are always good. The service is some of the best in Atlanta. I've been here several times and everyone is extremely nice, helpful, and understanding (about my food allergy). The only reason I'm giving it 4 stars instead of 5 is because they really do need to fix their menu so that all ingredients (especially BREADING!!!!) are listed in the description of a dish. A completely separate, gluten-free menu would be even better.
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Fatina B.
Dined here yet another time. Still very impressed with the food and their wine selections. A tip though, is to arrive early and preferably not on a Saturday. The place was so full and loud especially near the bar area. Make sure to get a reservation, it definitely helped us being seated on time.
(5)
Maria L.
Tasty tapas and cocktails, great for a group of friends to share. The atmosphere was modern and lively, great for a Friday night! I would come again.
(4)
Candace G.
The manager Sean P. is amazing and true professional. That is all. The wine selection and the patio is one of my favorites in the neighborhood. :)
(5)
Brian H.
Sexy, Chic spot with a super impressive wine list. Bottles of wine are half off on Monday. They have the types of tapas that will make you wonder if you have been transported to Spain. Seating at the bar can be tricky, especially on half price wine night. Prices are moderate. Good looking crowd.
(4)
James B.
We had a group of 6 guys at Barcelona last night to celebrate a friend's engagement. We had a reservation for 8 pm and the place was packed. We checked with the host at 8:10 and were told that our table was being setup. We waited patiently at the front door for 20 minutes before making our way back through the crowd to check on the status of the setup. We were now told that the prior occupants of our table had not yet finished. So, why did he tell us the table was being setup 20 minutes prior? Had he told us initially that - despite our reservation - we were going to have to wait, we would have gone to the bar area and started our evening rather than standing in the front doorway getting bumped into for 20 minutes. We then moved to the bar where we waited for another 30 minutes. At 8:50 we were escorted to our table. It was a 4-top table in the bar area with 2 extra chairs stuck on the ends. There was barley room for the 6 plates on the table - much less the tapas dishes we planned to order. We are 6 large guys (two over 6'4") and could not begin to fit at the table. Finally the manager came over and said that he would find us a table that fit 6 people and that he would provide a bottle of wine for our trouble. Shortly after 9, we were seated at a table for 6. The bottle of wine never came, but I was tired of complaining at that point. A very disappointing experience.
(1)
Eric M.
Came here with some friends to celebrate a friend's birthday on a Thursday night. Place was packed. Front door a bit of a mess when busy. We were with a large party (9), and of course we were obligated to stand by the bar, all jammed together, like the penguins in Antarctica on that Planet Earth documentary - until the very last person arrived. This is a very cool, and delightfully pretentious place. ("Pinot grigio? We don't have that, but we have something like it.") In a group with a bunch of couples felt comfortable though, not a cheesy singles scene. Definitely some people attempting to be noticed at the bar. Dinner was fantastic. Food was amazing. Favorites at our table were the meatballs, beef tongue, chicken/ham croquettes. Service was prompt and attentive, with good wine recommendations. Grabbing the check for a big group was fast, no complaints about splitting. Easy four stars, and the best tapas I've had in Atlanta. Definitely a good place to come with a large group of friends. Some say this might not be a good date place because it's loud, but sometimes that can be fun. I'd say give it a shot regardless.
(4)
Robert B.
I love Barcelona. It is literally one of my favorite restaurants in Atlanta. My only update is to note that the Hangar Steak with Truffle Oil has been replaced with Sirloin -- just a guess. The cut of meat significantly improves the quality of the food. Everything else was perfection: The patatas bravas, cheese selection, ambiance, waitstaff. This is a food experience done well. Very, very well.
(5)
M' N.
I've been back to Barcelona a couple of times after my first review and the food still sucks. That is after being there the week it opened and many times in between up until the present and trying everything from the paella to the beets to the meatballs to the nasty thing w the cheese melted on the bread. Crazily, it is always busy---typical Atlanta. From now on, I'm sticking with alcohol and the cheese plate.
(3)
Charlotte K.
We got there early which I think is key if you don't want to wait. Our server was able to recommend is a really delicious wine that was under $40. I really appreciated that just because we asked for a recommendation the server didn't take that as an excuse to gouge us with the most expensive option. I love their various meats and cheese options, LOVED the tuna, the shrimp was really over cooked and a little gross, I didn't like the sauce with it either. Loved the beef empanadas. I will say (and I saw this on Other reviews so it must be an issue) that our glasses were filthy, I took a glass off another table and it was filthy too. I didn't feel like the food was over priced, but be ready to spend money, especially if you're drinking, because you need two or three plates a person if you want to feel satisfied. OH! I almost forgot the bread. I would make babies with that bread!!!!! It's FANTASTIC
(4)
Min Y.
It's alright. The feel of the restaurant is pretty nice. It definitely goes for a hip feel, and I have to admit it's not overly douchey. There's an outside patio where it seems more family-style tapas eating, which I'd like to try sometime. But alas, we didn't know that was an option. Overall, the place is very crowded on weekend nights with people on dates/group nights out. Dress is not enforced by any means, but people seemed to dress up pretty nicely. Crowd skews slightly older, i'd say a late 20s - early 40s crowd. I highly recommend making a reservation before coming here. There seemed to be a line of people who were waiting for a table, whereas we were seated within 2 minutes after having made a reservation. Food was... meh. The charcuterie was excellent, as was the cheese selection. But those were the highlights. We tried multiple tapas, including several "a la plancha", and none were good. Very disappointing. I see this place potentially useful for drinks and meeting up with a group of friends. Not ideal for a date night, it's way too loud.
(3)
E H.
I will start by saying - the brunch was very good; however - today the service was very disappointing. The restaurant was less than 1/2 occupied, yet we waited for over 20 minutes to be acknowledged with simple glasses of water. Then another 20 minutes for a waiter to come and take our drink order. When we were finally served, again the brunch was very good - but we were so vexed by the service, it impacted our overall experience. Thanks to the manager for making our meal complimentary, very nice touch!
(4)
Jonathan M.
The paella here is unbelievable. That's really the main reason I go. Other than that, it's mostly tapas (which are very good) and they have a few main courses to choose from.
(4)
Chris N.
This is in my new "at work" neighborhood that I stay in when traveling in Atlanta and I had walked by several times wanting to try, but knew it would be best for a group for the first time. Glad I waited! We showed up on a Wednesday night around 7 and there was already a good crowd. It was a nice night and an outside table would've required a longer wait so inside it is. The manager introduced himself, very professional and quite impressed with all the staff there. We shared the chef's choice Tapas (6 random plates, and every one of them was good! Ranged from a beets with goat cheese to slices of steak). The paella for three was more than enough to feed all five of us with food left over. Excellent Rioja selection (I've become quite the snob after a few visits to Spain this year) and the churro's dipped with chocolate sauce was a great way to finish the night! Five of us, plus drinks and we escaped for under $250 (including tax & tip) which considering the bottles of wine, I think was an excellent value. Can't wait to go back!
(4)
Walid Z.
Very well thought out concept. Of course tapas are free in Spain with every glass of wine you get to try another tapa. Not here at Barcelona or anywhere in the continental USA. But, Barcelona is very decently priced. The staff are well trained and know their menu. The chefs are extraordinary and very hospitable. Sundays are always half of wine bottles. If you want to impress your boss or a hot date, head over to Barcelona and make sure you take a short walk to Inman park after a wonderful meal and a nice bottle of wine.
(5)
Darin K.
Great experience! Been coming to Barcelona for years. The last few visits weren't great...but today I was blown away. GREAT food and GREAT service! I'm glad they are back!!!
(5)
Chef Christian C.
Love the live jazz band...,hospitality is on point .! Love the warm atmosphere! The best paella and flan ! All the tapas are really good my fav octopus which is always sold out :)
(5)
Stephen O.
Consistently excellent service and food. A great variety of tapas, size to tastes. Along with quite an extensive wine list. Always a solid recommendation. Come in every Monday night for half off wine!!! Can't beat it :)
(5)
Mariel J.
I went to Barcelona on a Saturday morning with two friends. I'd heard good things about Barcelona. So between that and the open spots on the patio, it seemed like the perfect place. And we weren't disappointed. We mostly ordered from the brunch menu (starting with a bloody mary for me and mimosas for my friends), but also got a few Spanish tapas classics (including a tortilla and some pan con tomate). Some of the best brunch tapas: mushrooms with herbed goat cheese, whipped sheep's milk cheese with pistachios and pimenton, and the eggplant caponata with basil, parsley, and chili. They also let us order the scrambled eggs with manchego off the kids menu (only $4!). All of the food barely fit on the table, but somehow we managed to finish it all, which is really the best review.
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Helen A.
They have a pretty good selection of wines. And the food is fantastic. We had a party of 7 and several people had dietary limitations, they were able to meet all the requirements. We loved everything we had. Also there is complementary valet parking in a garage around the corner.
(5)
Lisa W.
An awesome place that allows dogs on the patio...yay! For that reason alone I think this place rocks but combine that with an amazing wine selection this place is a winner in my eyes. The staff are incredibly knowledgeable about the drinks and more than happy to bring you wines to taste before you commit to the full glass or bottle. The food is good for grazing and compliments hanging out on a nice afternoon enjoying a nice beverage or two or maybe three :)
(4)
Anita K.
Great food, wine list, and atmosphere...only complaint would be that every time I've had a reservation I've still had to wait a minimum of 30 minutes.
(4)
Greg B.
Great food, friendly staff. Sangria was delicious. Fun outdoor seating area. Valet parking. Not great for kids as it gets pretty crowded on weekends but great for adults.
(4)
Victoria J.
New Favorite spot! Everything was absolutely fabulous and my birthday celebration ended up being phenomenal. Impeccable customer service from all of the staff. I made a reservation for a party of 10, however upon my arrival i found out that someone had wrote down party of 2. Brad immediately said don't worry about it and he would take care of it, and that he did. We ended up with a table outside and bottle of champagne to toast the birthday girl. Thank you Barcelona Wine Bar!
(5)
Nina K.
Barcelona is a great place to take a date or go with friends. There are lots of delicious dishes to share and definitely something for any palette: There were lovely meatless dishes (I recommend the cabbage dish, shishito peppers and chickpea salad) as well as excellent hanger steak or the light chorizo dish. I've eaten here twice and everything I've tried has been great. The staff really know their wines as well. I would definitely recommend this place. On a weekend, be prepared to wait.
Wonderful date night restaurant for wine and a small plate. The first time I went was during the winter season, and surprisingly could sit comfortably outside under their heaters and complimentary blanket. Very cute. Hope to go check it out during these warmer months.
(5)
Jason S.
What can I say, typical Atlanta... Great atmosphere and terrible food. The hanger steak was acceptable, the mussels were anemic and the calamari was oddly cut and blah. The draught selection was full of terrible local beers like even Todd and 420. It's sad when you can travel up Highland and find better beer, portions and food at Noche. The location and build out I'd the only attraction here.
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Alex M.
We ate at Barcelona on Saturday. I had had lunch there several times, and had very good experiences, but this was the first time I was there for dinner. The food was fantastic, as always, but the service was such a complete and total failure that I am not sure I will go back. I want to say that there was 'something very wrong' with the front of house that night- it can't always be so bad, or the restaurant would not still be open. Again, though, the food is outstanding. ** (I've added another star based on the general manager's response to my comments. I hope to have a much better experience next time we visit.)
(3)
James K.
Exquisite Tapas, marvelous atmosphere, first-class service, and competitively priced. I highly recommend for couples, small group of friends, and casual first-dates. The Inman Park location is also a nice plus.
(4)
Rocio H.
I am finally writing a review for Barcelona even though I have not visited the establishment in over 4 months. I have been hesitant to write a review because I am completely biased of this place. My brother has worked here for over a year and at first I didn't want to believe the ATL would have great tapas. However, every time I have been to Barcelona the service has been great. The quality of the food is undeniably tasty . According to my family... the seafood, meat, and wine selections are top quality. (I don't eat seafood/meat or drink) My entire family loves this place and it's a nice place to bring tourist. As a veggie eater I appreciate this place a lot because the veggie plates are always flavorful.
(5)
D D.
Wine and Tapas place in Inman Park. Great patio with open air seating inside dring nice weather. Sunday's offer 1/2 off bottles of wine and less of a crowd so always fun. The usually have a DJ spinning some electronica but unfortch they go on late on Sunday's and that's a school night for me! Most of the veggie tapas are good (charred broccoli and garlicky spinach and garbanzo beans), empanadas as well. I take all my friends from out of town here and they absolutely love it!
(5)
Carla M.
The place is beautiful and comfortable. Parking can be tricky since theres construction on site. Service by the waiters- Good can be better. Perhaps asking are we celebrating anything special tonite? Food- Meh the only good tapa was the hanger steak... dessert selection very blend nothing interesting. Ordered the crepas and came out cold. You can go to another restaurant not worth my money. Cocktails- bourbon one cant remember the name It was my surprise birthday dinner, my boyfriend had mentioned to hostess. I guess it was never communicated to the waiters. Need to work on communication and food. Not sure If Ill be back... on to the next one
(2)
Felicia B.
I think most people come here for the environment; the outdoor patio holds a certain trendy appeal. Came here on a Sunday evening and the place was packed. There is a great selection of tapas and wine which is a winning combination. We had the hummus, roasted eggplant, calamari, brussel sprouts, ceviche and a few other items. Everything was tasty but the calamari was a bit too fried in my opinion. Our server was in la-la land for a little while but the manager personally came over to the table to check on us which was really great. I can not remember the managers name but he was a stylish and gregarious fellow who will ensure your satisfaction.
(4)
VA High R.
Fantastic place. From the staff to the food, it is one of our favorite places in Atlanta. To be fair, I am a huge fan of the tapas format. If you don't like one thing, you can always order another without breaking the bank. Our favorite waiter ever worked here and I recommend you let your server know about what you like and ask for recommendations. They have never steered us wrong. Specialty cocktails are very well constructed. While it is not cheap, it is very reasonably priced and a fantastic value.
(5)
Jordan S.
I've had a variety of experiences at Barcelona, but the last couple times are why there are 2 stars, (added a star for decent experiences previously). Great space- absolutely beautiful- and even better for people watching. The best. I've enjoyed tapas and the great wine and drink selection as well, and found the service extremely friendly and helpful. The deciding experience was related to a bartender and management- as a relevant aside, I actually had a friend who worked there before moving, and he thoroughly enjoyed being there. Per usual, we started at the bar with drinks while we waited for a friend to arrive. Chatted a bit with the bartender, said we were waiting on a friend and would be drinking here first. We get the drinks- took a while, I'll add, but it gets busy there, so no big deal. Perhaps he misunderstood what we were doing, but gave us the bill, which we shrugged and paid, but didn't tip on the bill, as we were staying right in front of him and intended to tip in cash. He collects it, looks, and immediately starts visibly acting upset, throwing hands up, shaking head and acting altogether exasperated. Then our friend, who works there and is meeting us, walks in, as all this is still going on. Another bartender comes over to us to chat as the other has apparently passive-aggressively given up on us, and we finish up at the bar- leaving appropriate tips for both bartenders. At this point, we decided to choose another location to continue the evening, and as we were leaving, one of the managers approached our friend, who I remind you worked there, pulled him aside, and asked him if his friends had tipped because so and so bartender was having a fit about it. The guy may have misunderstood our actions, but his response is still entirely unprofessional and inappropriate, especially for a establishment with the reputation of Barcelona. What makes it worse, in my opinion, is the apparent validation the guy receives from management when he throws a tantrum. The fact that behavior is considered appropriate by management tells me there is a bigger problem going on inside than childishness, so we won't be back! Still a great menu and beautiful place, so enjoy!
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Lauren M.
Every time I come, I have a great experience. It's not only great tapas, but amazing service. Servers are observant and pay attention-so much so that one overheard my sister say it was "not the best birthday" (we don't like to tell servers it's a birthday night) but our waitress brought out a complimentary bottle of champagne and said, "You could use something to make your birthday a little happier!" She did this without us telling her it was my sisters birthday, she just did it because that's how awesome servers are at Barcelona. On the negative, it can get crowded, however the servers never let that affect their quality of service. To sum it up, you need to go on a friday, saturday or sunday and take fiends from out of town here! (Make reservations on weekend nights)
(5)
Jonathan R.
Great place. I was in Atlanta for work this week and was told that I had to try Barcelona. It totally lived up to the hype. Super busy even on a Tuesday night - I definitely recommend making a reservation. I'm not a big wine guy, but the selection was fantastic. The food was also better than any Tapas restaurant I've ever been to. Steak and shrimp were out of this world. The service was great. I was with a regular which likely helped, but was extremely impressed at the quality of service. Overall, I couldn't have asked for a better experience. I found out that there is a Barcelona restaurant in DC and cannot wait to go!
(5)
Stefanie W.
I went last night and I never write these but I have to because it was such an amazing night I cannot believe how awesome our waiter was! I I had checked on yelp before I went here and saw that most of the restaurants in the area had high reviews so I figured it was going to be good but I couldn't believe how awesome it really was. Let's start with the fact that it was really busy even though it was about 1030 ish and most of the other establishments were closed right next-door. There was not a host around so i wasnt sure if it was seat yourself or not but a guy came up and I think was a manager and said that we might find a seat at the bar. The bartender was super friendly and gave us the menu then my friend said to me really loud "I am broke!" So FUCKING EMBARRASSING. this place looks super fancy and all the bartender was so down-to-earth and just laughed and started casually talking to us. Later somebody brought a plate that we didn't order.I was really confused but the bartender gave us two free plates of tapas I couldn't believe it! He was awesome and he only charged me for one of the things I ordered and didn't even charge for my soda. I'm not sure if he's allowed to do that but I totally know that the place got more service because of it I'm totally coming back! Wardrobe-Me and my friend were both in jeans and sandals and thought that maybe we were under dressed but it seemed like a good mix of customers between business types that just got off work and very casual.
(5)
Heather H.
The food was good, but that's where it ends. This was my first experience here and probably my last. It was a friends birthday so a group of us (13 or so) decided to make reservations. The GOOD: Everything started out fine our table was great and our server seemed to know what he was doing, he recommended the party menu for $35 a person. It was a great deal, the server picks an array of tapas and just brings it out. He did a very good job at timing the food so that there was always something on the table, and made very good selections for us. They gave a free bottle of champagne. The BAD: It took forever to get drinks! Were are a boozy group and we were celebrating, but it was so slow that several of us were only able to get one drink each! (big loss in sales on their part). Then comes the check. Food was on one check, drinks on another. No biggie we are all service industry people so we just through in our cards and cash thinking it shouldn't be that hard since everyone was being charged the same amount, but realizing it might still take a minute. We waited patiently, but after about 25 or more minutes we got impatient and were all ready to leave to continue our celebrating since we were not able to there and had already been there for almost 3 hours. The REALLY BAD: One of my dining companions cards gets declined. He is shocked and calls his bank to see what is going on. Apparently they ran his card so many times and for such a high amount that the bank thought it was fraud and froze his card which he was unable to use for the rest of the night. I got suspicion and checked my own account and to my dismay had been charged three times $270 then $70 and then finally the correct amount of $35 the same that happened to my friend. Granted the charges were reversed by the restaurant, but the way banks work you still have them listed as pending and the money is held in your account. I do realize that mistakes happen, but that was big mistake! They should have made us aware of this before we left instead of having to find out the hard way especially for my friend whose card had been frozen!!
(2)
Taylor A.
Spanish people would pronounce this place "Barthelona", which I will find hilarious forever. Anyways... I have a few friends that are obsessed with coming here on Fridays for happy hour and with good reason. If you're a dressy professional that likes a beautiful and educated crowd along with great drinks and service, you'll love become obsessed with Barcelona too. The bartenders are friendly and will know your name after just a few times coming here. You won't have to fight to the bar to get drinks most of the time. They'll spot you out and hook you up. I did eat here one time and we ordered half the menu. You'll be happy with the food you get. It's not simply a place with a great bar scene. Their food is legit too. It's the kind of place you'll wish was across the street from there you live.
(4)
D E.
I am writing this review from the restaurant. I am completely in awe by the absolutely wonderful service that we are receiving. This is customer service at its best. Thank you!
(4)
Gail G.
Did wine tasting here with a group of four last night and it was one of the best restaurant experiences I've ever had. Katie is a wealth of knowledge both on food and wine plus she has a great personality. The food was incredible as it always is with this restaurant. The service was great and attentive and the wine was all paired perfectly. I wish I could do this on a monthly basis. Truly a fantastic experience and dinner. This restaurant is not to be skipped.
(5)
Nisha G.
Finally got a chance to dine at Barcelona this week for a work meeting. We got there by 6pm and got seated outside because the weather was just perfect and Inman Park always provides great people watching! Being familiar with tapas style, we began ordering immediately, starting off with a charcuterie that was so delicious! The manchego and jamon were exceptional! We also enjoyed a variety of cocktails. I personally loved the spicy dahlia drink (can't remember exact name), but the jalapeno tequila was refreshing and had a great kick. One of my guests ordered pig ears, which he made all of us try and we all felt like we were chewing on unsalted fritos, so definitely stay away from that, but all the other tapas from empanadas, albondigas, hangar steak, croquettes, gambas and the patatas were excellent. We decided to order dessert for the table and had the crepes, churros and chocolate hazelnut cake and hands down the churros one. The chocolate sauce had some heat and it was a perfect balance with the sugary cinnamon taste of the churros. Overall we had a great time and the ambience was perfect. I will be back!
(5)
Andrew A.
This place is unreal. Not only is there a great ambiance, but the food and drinks are incredible. Harold, our server, recommended everything from the hot dahlia cocktail to the whole redfish which were both perfect. Definitely going to be a regular spot for us from here on out.
(5)
Karen P.
We stopped for a drink on Saturday afternoon and enjoyed it so much that we showed up again for brunch on Sunday afternoon. Both times that we visited, we had excellent service. The first time, we decided to get a bottle of wine from the extensive Spanish wine list. We narrowed it down to Rioja tempranillo and the bartended offered to let us try all 4 that were on the menu in order to decide which one we would like - great idea! We picked one, a crianza, which was great ... and the price was reasonable! We arrived for brunch at noon on Sunday - 30 minutes before alcohol can be served in Atlanta (what's up with that?!). I had the burger while the other folks stuck to breakfast fare. The burger was excellent - big, juicy and tasty. Fries were good but not as crispy as I would have liked. I can't wait for the Barcelona in DC to open (planned for October)! We met a number of the folks that will be opening the DC restaurant including the new manager.
(4)
Gio B.
Went there to celebrate my birthday! Fantastic place! The food was AMAZING! The service IMPECCABLE! LOVED the decor! I am already planning on going back. I am glad I found this place on yelp. The portions are VERY small though - but I guess that's how they make their money! lol - 2 thumbs up! Trey and Annie were our servers, they were great! Trey even gave us a free tapas voucher for when we come back! :) We had a couple of red sangria pitchers ( as good as it gets!) - the beef empenadas, the calamari, the hanger steak, the lamb chops and the original paella which comes with chicken and seafood! We brought our own cake and they were very accomodating, bringing the cake out with candles and champagne for everybody at the end of our meal! - Great night! Great time! Great ambience! Defenitely great birthday celebration!
(5)
Natalie D.
Loved this place! Awesome food, atmosphere and service! The tapas are delicious! Drinks are great. The sangria is really tasty. We love the crispy bacon order and the warm bread with the olive oil. Street parking is free. ;) also! Its pet friendly outside. As long as your fury friend is well behaved and not aggressive they are more than welcome. They even have treats and water for them! Will be back! Oh and dont forget to fill out your survey and the end of the meal for a free tapa token!!!
(5)
Danielle S.
I have wanted to come here for a while and while I did come here recently, I feel like I need to come back and get food. I came for a happy hour where people ordered food, but I had to leave early to get to another event. Everything on the menu looked amazing. I ordered a couple of the white sangrias, which I don't really know if they had much alcohol in them. They were delicious, but didn't seem very strong at all. They had chopped up fresh fruit (apples, oranges, etc) floating in them and had a lot of pineapple juice, which made it super sweet. I was highly impressed with the service that we received when we were there. One of the individuals at the party mentioned a beerita (or marga-rona) and most of the table had never heard of it. We asked the waitress if they had those, but she said no, but she said she would see what they could. She came out a bit later with a small pitcher filled with margarita and a beer of some sort (similar to a corona as they did not have those) sticking out of the top. Well done, bartenders for being creative. I will most definitely make a trip back here to try their food.
(5)
Samantha H.
Barcelona Wine Bar, you have my business forever and always. Given your excellent food and wait staff, I've got my eye on you for all future events. We had a 630p reservation for a party of 7 on Saturday. The outside seating was bumping, and the inside was even more chaotic. Among the chaos, we were still able to hear each other just fine. I do wish they sat us at an 8 person table instead of adding an additional chair to a 6 person table though. My friend was celebrating her Bachlorette party, so here's the low down on food -- 2 pitchers of sangria (white and red): Both of these trend on the sweeter/fruitier side. Not a complaint for me since I am not a big wine drinker. I think some of our party wish they were a bit drier though. Complimentary bread: Imagine in slow motion someone breaking off a piece of bread and you hear that distinct CRUNCH sound and the steam floats into the air, and the scent of amazing flour/dough and hitting your nostrils... Okay. Yeah. That's exactly what I want to reenact every time I take a piece of this bread and drench it in olive oil. All I can say is, MOAR bread please! Marinated Olives: One of the bridesmaids ordered this. Sorry, pass on my part. Unless it's in a sandwich, I can't stand for overwhelming saltiness of olives. Chorizo with sweet and sour figs: Definitely a winner of the table. The chorizo was flavorful without being too salty. Paired with the sweet and tart fig, this is a must have dish. Spiced Beef Empanadas : 3 per order. These are good but spicy. Crispy Cabbage: This cabbage was so sweet! Almost caramelized. The best parts (of course) are the little char bits. Hanger steak: Five very delicious, yet short lived pieces of medium rare hanger steak. I find that hanger steak can be kind of tough, but this was not at all difficult to eat. The truffle aioli is a little garlicky but adds to the flavors of the steak very well. Aside from the aioli, I think the steak speaks for itself. Broccoli Casserole: I LOVE BROCCOLI and usually HATE casseroles. But this was delicious!! I'm not sure what type of cheese they used, but it was so creamy. The broccoli was also very crunchy/fresh, not cooked to death like most casseroles are. Albondigas: Meatballs. Patatas Bravas: Another potato dish. I do wish the skins were a little more crunchy, and the overall dish was a little less oily. But anything with potato is automatically a-OK in my book. Ham & Cheese croquettes: I LOVE croquettes. For those who don't know, croquettes are basically a mixture of mashed potatoes and whatever else you want fried. Fried potato balls. They are everything I want in a fried fish: crispy on the outside and soft, pillowy insides. Finally .. the complimentary dessert board. They must only do this for special occasions, but it is a massive cutting board with the chocolate hazelnut cake (best cake... Ever), flan, bread pudding, and crepe. We also ordered the panna cotta. This is the best panna cotta I've ever eaten. It is a little more runny" and less "pudding-like" then your usual panna cotta but it is so creamy. They top it off with black cherries that really highlight the tartness of the dish. The hazelnut cake was probably the table winner. It was kind of like a molten lava cake, but with more of a thicker, fudgey middle than hot fudge. I would say the prices are fair. With everything we ordered, our bill was less than $200. That's less than $25/person before tax (for our 7). Granted, we got the dessert platter for free, but even a couple desserts around the table won't put you past $40/person. Overall, I was extremely pleased with our attentive servers and delicious food. TLDR; On a budget? Get the hanger steak and panna cotta for dessert
(5)
Lawrence C.
Another consistent winner!! They maintain their FOUR STAR rating!! We arrived early for our dinner, and opted to sit outside for drinks, while we waited for our table to open up (they had a private function occupying the dining section for the late afternoon). Our drink orders were totally screwed up, not once but twice. It was disheartening. The servers were new and inexperienced and poorly trained. Our table finally opened up (we were about to leave for another restaurant at this point), and we're glad we stayed, as the rest of the evening was perfect. The manager knew the status thus far and insured our enjoyment. The four of us shared entirely too much food, including Paella Mariscos (for 1--to share), $25, lamb pinxto (sliders with balsamic vinegar glazed onions and dates), $9, and crab legs, $16, etc. MANY, many tastes and half tastes of wines by the glass, and we were happy campers.
(4)
Thi T.
Popular place (especially for a Friday evening!). Nice atmosphere, romantic with dim lighting and different kinds of seating (from bar seats to high table tops, etc). Gazpacho. Fresh. I like the spicy kick to it. Empanada. Chorizos! It is hard to go wrong with sausage. Zucchini. Nothing to write home. Seasoning was not unique. Gambas. Tender shrimp... try to roll it around in the sauce for more flavor. Pork belly. I prefer this to not be fried. It took away from the texture and flavor of the actual meat. Potatas bravas. Cooked well in that it was soft inside and lightly fried outside. I love the creamy sauce that drizzled it. Mocktail. Fruit punch that is flavorful and not too sweet. Pretty (colors) on the eyes, too. Overall, I thought the food is decent, not worth coming back solely for that. Location (near the beltline!) and ambiance is worth looking for limited parking around the area. They also have valet parking apparently.
(3)
Eric T.
This is a pretty good place to go to for some tapas if that's your thing. It's pricey but its the good kind of pricey. Its located in the popular Inman Park neighborhood close to the belt line, and there's a good change you'll see at least one famous actor/actress who's in town filming as most them also tend to stay in this area. The staff here is very attentive to your needs and will give you recommendations on the menu if you are not sure on what to get. The food here is quality in terms of flavor and you can't really go wrong with most of items on the menu. The atmosphere is both classy and hip. Outdoor or indoor seating are both excellent as well. Great place overall! My Recommendations: -Seafood Ceviche -Picante meat -Albondigas Menu: barcelonawinebar.com/atl…
(4)
Mary Margaret E.
Great place to chat, share food, and try new drinks. I love sitting at the outside patio and people watching the Inman Park neighborhood. There's an outside fireplace during the cold season, which is pretty neat. The bar is always packed, but thankfully I'm short so I usually get to squeeze in to get a drink while waiting to get seated. I suggest getting reservations ahead of time if you're planning to stop in on the weekends. The wait can be ridiculous on busy days. I recently tried their kale and squash salad- a must try!
(5)
Ashley M.
My friends and I dined here for Friday evening for Inman Park restaurant week. As their special, choose 4 tapas from most of their menu for $25. Since many of their tapas are $6.50 or less, this is a barely an incentive unless you order the more expensive tapas so my friends and I strategically chose the following: Potato Bravas Chorizo + Sweet and Sour Figs Calamari Gambas al Ajillo Grilled Hanger Steak Spiced Beef Empanadas Albondigas Brussels Sprouts Grilled Steak Paillard Two of us opted out of the restaurant week special and instead shared an order of the Mariscos Paella. At $25 per person with a minimum order for two people, this was probably the worse decision of all. I read so many good reviews of their paella so I was expecting my world to be rocked, but it just turned out to be pretty ordinary and pricey. From the tapas we tried, my favorites were the potato bravas, chorizo + sweet and sour figs, hanger steak, and Gambas al Ajillo. However, everything we tried was very tasty, incredibly well seasoned, and cooked well. For dessert, I ordered the panna cotta, one of my favorite, favorite desserts and Barcelona did not disappoint. It was delicious! We had two servers throughout the evening who gave our table lots of attention during our long meal, so I would say service is good here. A couple of qualms I have about this place: they would not seat our party of 4 until everyone arrived, which is understandable, however, there is no waiting area, so people were crowding the entrance and the host stand. I positioned myself next to a table to wait on my friends, which I'm sure the guests found annoying. The other thing I did not enjoy about this place was how many people they try to squeeze in their dining areas. When I was getting up to leave, I had to circle around the back wall of our table because a table over, the lady was so far back she was sitting with her back against our table. Needless to say, I'd appreciate more breathing room, but overall, it was an enjoyable dining experience!
(4)
Joy W.
Fun fact: the first time I tried Barcelona was at their location in Boston (Brookline). After writing a review for that location, the owner wrote back informing me that I should check out the Atlanta location because he noticed on my profile that I was from there. Well, Spring Inman Park restaurant week 2015 came around and we were looking for a place to take my mother for her birthday. Barcelona was the winner. Their restaurant week menu was 4 tapas for $25. MEAT AND CHEESE ($6.50 each) - Speck. This was probably the most flavorful and memorable cured meat bite of my life. - Mahon. A semi-soft cow's milk cheese with a sweet and nutty flavor. Amazing amazing cheese to nibble on. TAPAS ($50 for 8 tapas for restaurant week) - Manchego and Jamon Croquettes: this was absolutely divine and my favorite tapas that we ordered. These small fried balls had melted manchego cheese inside with bits of their jamon serrano inside. I felt like I was having a Harry Met Sally moment from when they were at the deli, if you get the reference. - Chorizo and sweet/sour figs: A lot of people love this one. It was packed with flavor and was a tad bit too sour for me to enjoy more then 2 pieces, but it is a refreshing contrast to a lot of the other dishes. - Calamari: this was disappointing. The pieces aren't calamari rings like you're used to seeing at chain restaurants, but are actual squares of squid that are fried. However, the flavor and texture just didn't do it for me. I would swap this out with something else. - Hanger steak: a bit drier/chewier than I would've liked for steak, and the actual dish is smaller that it appears in photos. Otherwise, you pretty much gotta have it for some substance. - Mushrooms with whipped goat cheese: the heartiness of the mushrooms with the light goat cheese was fantastic. I recommend this is you need a veggie dish. - Lamb a la plancha: great flavor! The lamb didn't taste too gamey, so people who typically don't like lamb could enjoy this dish. - Braised Kale: amazing flavor for kale!! And it was nicely massaged and wilted down so that it isn't as tough as if it was raw. Since we ordered a ton of meat, we thought we needed some superfood and greens, and this was perfect. - Goat cheese stuffed piquillo peppers: we weren't planning on ordering this dish, but the waitress kept raving about it so we decided to replace the meatballs with this instead. The dish itself provided some nice flavor, but it didn't live up to the hype that the waitress had set. It isn't a spicy dish, so if you like the flavor of peppers and goat cheese, it'll be nice, but it wouldn't make the top of my list. - Meatballs: Albondigas meatballs are made of a few different types of meat - I want to say veal, pork and beef, but I could be mistaken. It covered with a zesty tomato sauce. The waitress ended up giving this one to us on the house because of my mom's birthday. It was a really nice gesture! However, I have to say Iberian Pig really set the standard for Albondigas so now nothing else compares, including the one from Barcelona. DRINKS They have an extensive wine and drinks menu. The great thing about their wine is they'll let you sample different wines until you find one that suits you. I ended up getting their white sangria which was a heavy pineapple flavor and really hit the sweet spot. If you like fruity drinks, I recommend the white sangria. My mom ended up getting one of the wines they brought over to sample, and I wish I remembered what it was because it was one of the best red wines I've tried. PARKING: Valet! OCCASIONS Celebrations such as birthdays, date night, work events, or a non-casual catch up with friends. Overall, it was a fantastic dinner experience and one of my favorite restaurants in Atlanta now. Next time, I'll probably get a wine with a meat and cheese plate, and a few tapas.
(4)
Belinda L.
It's been a good solid few months since I've been back and I'm still happy this place is as good as ever. However... portion size has definitely declined - specifically the tapas. I was really bummed out about that... especially the Grilled Hanger Steak, which was probably one of my favorite items on the menu. Everything else is still good. Service was awesome! And the Paella was as good as ever. They even remember to add the chorizo in this time :D We also tried the Barcelona Mixed Grill which was super good! The pork chop was a little dry, but all the other items on there - NY strip, chicken, and sausage, were excellent. So overall, Barcelona is still probably one of my favorite restaurants I've been to here in ATL. I hope the food portioning was just a fluke of the night and not a permanent thing. With the nice weather settling in, expect hugggeee long wait lines, especially on the weekends since they have outdoor seating. Even after we made a reservation, we had to wait about 20-30 minutes to be seated... But it was worth the wait :) Read my first review of the place if you want more insights on my dining experience.
(4)
Jin K.
Coworkers and I dined here for my birthday. Amongst nine of us we ordered wine, beer, etc with couple orders of charcuterie boards, and series of tapas to share. For charcuterie boards, we ordered prosciutto and about 6 different cheese selections: all the cheeses were superb, but prosciutto was bit disappointing becuase it was too dried up. For tapas, we ordered ceviche, lamb, meatballs, hangersteak, chorizo with fig, swordfish, spinach & chickpeas, cauliflower & almonds, calamari and more. Of the selections, my favorite had to be the chorizo and fig: it had a good balance of salty and sweet flavor. On the other end of the spectrum, my least favorite was the hanger steak. Although the flavor of the sauce was subtle and wasn't overbearing, the meat itself was too dry and overcooked. All in all, it was a pleasant experience. Ambience was nice and servers were very attentive.
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Alex P.
Unfortunately, I have to update my review. Barcelona is a restaurant that has spectacular food and the service of a dive bar. 1. NOBODY KNOWS THE WINE MENU HERE. Nobody in the restaurant knows wines on their menu. We asked for a relatively simple recommendation of a Grenache. The first waitress had no clue and said she will get somebody. We wait a while, a second waiter comes, we ask the same question. He looks at us with a blank stare and says he will get somebody. Is this a Spanish restaurant or what? A solid portion of your menu is Grenache. A whole 15 min passed, another person came around and was their version of the least helpful sommelier I've ever met. He didn't ask for the price range, just recommended two of their most expensive grenaches without asking for the price range. Really? If you expect to order wine, be ready to wait half an hour min. 2. DIRTY GLASSES. Dirty wine glasses, twice. Pieces of unknown chunks of residue on the first wine glass, I've asked for another, a different piece of residue. Third time was the charm. 3. POOR SEATING. Seating is a clear issue, consistently. When weather is colder and you have a reservation, they "assume" you've reserved a table on their barely heated patio and have the desire to experience the life of a polar bear for a night. This not only happened once, but three separate incidents. Unacceptable. 4. DELICIOUS FOOD. Holding up to my previous review, the food is spectacular. Potatoes bravas, beef heart, crispy cabbage, boquerones, manchego, yellowtail ceviche were all the highlights. 5. VERY SLOW. The waiter we had seriously was the slowest person ever. I am unfortunately done with Barcelona.
(2)
Andy S.
They have a real wood-burning fire outside that a real person actually stokes with an iron rod. They could serve canned sardines and I'd be happy, but they don't, the food is phenomenal. What a wonderful evening I just had. Wow.
(5)
Elizabeth G.
Outstanding service and delicious tapas. Best of all, the wine selection is like nothing I've ever seen before. You have to experience it if you're new in the city
(4)
Jennifer G.
YUM! I love tapas! Especially during restaurant week. I've been to another location of Barcelona back in Boston, and I was very excited to find out that there was one right close to where I live in Atlanta now. The restaurant week deal was fabulous -- $25 for 4 tapas of your choice. You basically have the whole menu to choose from. I had the Grilled Hanger Steak, Braised Short Rib, Chorizo with Sweet & Sour Figs , and the Calamari. My favorites were definitely the steak and chorizo, but honestly, they were all great. Service was good too, and they brought our tapas out in rounds so that we didn't have 16 tapas for our party of 4 come all at once. All in all lovely experience and would definitely be back, but a little pricy on a regular day for the amount of food served. Or maybe just a little pricy for my current grad school budget, but nevertheless, food is delicious. And that's what matters.
(4)
James P.
Love their outdoor seating, which is perfect for a day of brunching. Parking is on the street or valet, the latter which is everybody's option because it's easy peasy. Brunch is fantastic, but the tapas during dinner is even more outstanding. I was craving a sangria for some reason and opted out of the regular ones for their sangria flora, which is mostly rosè, and it was delicious. For two grown-ass men, we have to order a lot when it comes to tapas, so we ordered the dry-cured jamon serrano, the 6-month manchego cheese, olives, beef empanadas, patatas bravas, green beans, asparagus, and the charred broccoli. I was looking forward to the butter lettuce salad, but unfortunately they were out of the greens, so we just canceled that order. Every meal that came out was great except for the charred broccoli that wasn't really charred, but extremely boiled and mushy. I am still a fan of Barcelona.
I found this fancy little gem on Yelp and bookmarked it a few months back. I can't believe it took me so long to go check the place out! Now, they won't be able to keep me out of there! This is the cutest place and is perfect for date night or just girls night out. They have a very impressive selection of wines and tapas. They have a few larger plates and although the menu says "price for two" you can actually order a single portion. The drinks: My FAVORITE wine is the Lucien which is a sparkling rose that is absolutely perfect for sipping out on the patio while enjoying beautiful weather. My favorite mixed drink is the chocolate martini. Not the one on the menu though. You have to ask Kim (The best bartender in the world) to make it for you! I don't know what she does to make it so different but she is THE BOMB! Kim will give you a life altering experience with her mixing skills. She will have you hooked to the point where you are disappointed when you get to the bar and she isn't working. Food: I have tried quite a few items from the menu and have decided on two of my favorites. The calamari is pretty amazing. It comes with a sauce I don't like though. We have found that if you get the marinara that goes to the meatballs instead, it is much better! I also love their shrimp tapas. It has the perfect blend of seasoning to make it tasteful but not overpowering. Ambiance: The ambiance here does not get much better. You will see a mixed crowd, especially on a Thursday night. They have tables inside and a large patio space. It is in your best interest to make a reservation if you are looking for a table. Definitely make your way to Barcelona soon if you have not been already. Be sure to see Kim at the bar. If you get a table and can request your server, ask for Billy. He is amazing and a pleasure to converse with. Single ladies: Take a peek at the line cooks on your way to the restroom. You can thank me later ;)
(5)
Maitreyee R.
If you like Tapas served with a lot of bad attitude Barcelona is the place to go to. This was not my first time at Barcelona and having liked their food and ambience I decided to return with a big group of friends. Starting out, our server that night was impatient while taking our orders and the silverware arrived ten minutes after the food, only because we asked for it! That's not it! I along with three people at the table was refused alcohol because someone from the management thought that someone at our table was drunk. Yes, that is exactly how the server put it! Not anyone at the table was drunk and their explaination was absolutely incongruous. What was ironic was that just a while before this a lady walked out of the restaurant clearly intoxicated and stumbled to the sidewalk! The whole incident was such a downer that I dont think I will ever come back here again.
(1)
Chris R.
The good, Mussels Diablo, Patatas Bravas. Spot on authentic tapas. The service was fine, nothing spectacular. Just give us a basket of bread, every table around us, including us asked for bread multiple times. The meat and cheese plate was a waste of money. For $17.50 it included 1 piece of cheese and ham sliced so thin it almost wasn't there. Oh and 4 grapes. Red sauce was not real poblano sauce.
(3)
Angelo R.
Was here on a Sunday when I visited ATL in Oct. My best bud and fellow Yelper Roger highly recommended this place so he took me here for lunch...my last meal in ATL. Weather was perfect so seated outside. Staff was very attentive and polite. Everyone that walked by us said hello. I ordered the Chorizo and Figs. Speechless...just dam good! My friend got the Spicy Eggplant Caponata. Another fantastic simple dish...great for dunking our breads :) We also shared some calamari. Batter was just right..not overpowering..not greasy and nice chunks of squid. Our server was very knowledgeable of every dish on the menu. Took his time answering our questions. Before I forget, try their house cocktail...Hot Dahlia (Roasted Jalapeño IBlanco Tequila Muddled Orange & Cilantro, Lime Juice). Prepped well, not watered down...definitely kicked my a.. lol! This was my first time here and won't be the last. Visiting DC next month and they have one there...Yay!
(5)
David A.
Food reminded me of that mini vacation i took when I went to Spain. I had the egg yolk carpaccio and the jamón serrano. I didn't inks Know what to expect about the egg yolk but I was surprised with a huge burst of flavor. The ham tasted as if it was from Spain. While it was a little loud the excitement was pleasant to dine in. Add that with a glass of wine, an amazing meal
(5)
Anya C.
I love this place. We came here after midnight, so the menu was limited, but we had no problem finding finding some great tapas to try. We had the Soria sausage, potato tortilla, and the yellowtail ceviche. All three were absolutely delightful. The Soria was so flavorful. I actually ate the ceviche and thought it was fantastic...coming from someone who hates fish. The tortilla was so good, especially mixed with the Soria. We will most definitely be back.
(5)
Lily G.
My husband and I went here last week and it was wonderful. The small plates were delicious, the wine was wonderful and the service was amazing. We were total tapas noobs, but our server Manuel was really awesome and kind. Will definitely be back!!
(5)
Sheek T.
The best part of this place is the ambience. We sat outside by the fire. The food is also good. We had the salami, hanger steak, chorizo with sweet n sour figs, grilled steak paillard, potato tortilla and the empanadas. The best were the empanadas, the chorizo and the grilled steak.
(4)
Jennifer P.
I expected this place to be 4 star and I wasn't feeling the tapas here at all. It's alright not up to par. We ordered like 8 plates for 2 people but I didn't like any of them. For those who love to drink, they have 50% off on their wine list on Sunday and Monday. But I wouldn't go back though.
(2)
Adrian C.
Wow! My friend suggested this place when I was looking for a restaurant for my birthday dinner and I'm beyond thrilled that I took him up one suggestion. Parking - valet is the way to go! There's also a parking deck located next to the restaurant. No need to find parking on the street on N.Highland. The staff is so amazing! The provide too-notch service. I called and made a reservation 2 weeks ago for 11 people during the dinner rush and the hostess didn't even flinch. She was so kind and even made a special note that it was for a birthday. When we arrived (promptly may I add) they were waiting for us and had the tables ready. Huge plus! The wait staff was BEYOND patient while we browsed the lengthy alcohol and food menu. If you love wine, Barcelona has EVERY wine you can think of. Lucky for us tonight they had half off wine. The Food. Man ow man. The tapas and the regular menu items were delicious. We had asparagus, steak, calamari, mushrooms, paella, chicken, sausages, omg the list goes on and on! The food was mouth watering and we didn't have to wait too long. What I love is the 2 non- tapas items (chicken and paella) took a little longer but our awesome waiter set proper expectations so we knew it would take a while. They kept the drinks and the bread flowing. The manager came by and wished me a happy birthday and gave us a complimentary round of champagne. Talk about classy! What an amazing experience. I cannot say enough positive things about my experience tonight. I am a huge fan and I will be coming back and recommending this place to everyone.
(5)
Jason M.
Service is awesome, food is amazing, Bloody Mary bar is top notch! Highly recommend the Lamb burger
(5)
TeaKay E.
Seriously, what's not to love about Barcelona? Well perhaps the price, but hey, half off bottles of wine on Sundays! What a lovely place to sit back and enjoy some food, drinks, your friends and the atmosphere. Friendly bartenders and servers -- hat tip to my fav, Michael! Reservations strongly recommended for Thurs - Sun nights.
(5)
Juichia C.
Place attracts too many yups. :P The oyster mushrooms a la plancha was DELICIOUS!!! 5/5 The prawns a la plancha was awful, shrimp was not fresh at all. 1/5 This place is huge with tons of seating. The sangria is okay. I probably won't be back just because it's not my scene.
(3)
Lori F.
I judged a book by its cover and well, meh. Fun atmosphere, super wine list, pretty forgettable food, and pretty bad service. It was a busy night, yes, but being borderline rude is kind of a turn off. Won't be back unless things improve greatly.
(2)
Dan S.
Read previous reviews about this place. Had a reservation, went in and was sat right way. Staff on the way to our table was very friendly getting us as we walked. Service was really good with everyone we encountered. Food was excellent. Felt like a really good value. Valet parking was easy. Go try this place i out !
(4)
Stricky T.
Nice.....I have to try it twice.....my first visit was on a mild summer day, so we opted to sit outside. The chairs reminded me the old street cafes, metal, aged with peeled paint.......(be careful if you wearing expensive clothes). Anyway, I digress, we went for the paella but the wait was too long (45 minutes), we had a few tapas plates instead of waiting........I glanced at the menu and I saw they had fuet (the best dry cured sausage I ever tasted), we ordered that, the drunken goat cheese, patatas bravas, the beef empanadas which were so lush......and to top it off we also ordered the octopus.....remarkably different & flavourful .......next time paella......I hope it's worth the 45 minute wait..........
(4)
Yasmin L.
Ive had the pleasure of eating at Barcelona twice- first time on a sunday night with a new found friend and we had a cheese plate along side some wine and a beet salad- both delicious- you can never go wrong with cheese! Second time was a Saturday night! WOW i had no idea how vibrant and busy this place was , filled with locals young and older! great atmosphere and great food! we had the fig and chorizo!!!!! and can i just say i went to heaven the minute it hit my palate we had to order another one! and off course our favorite beet salad and cheeses along side some perfeectly made drinks! we sat at the bar and ate there! service was amazing and it felt good to sit at a bar and have the bartender actually pay atention to you! Ladies and gents this is not only great foodand great service! it is also a great place to meet new people and chat it up! Stay beautiful Atlanta!
(5)
Tabitha N.
I have been meaning to try this place for a while now, and today finally checked it out. We went in the afternoon looking for a fun crowd and atmosphere, it was a little fancier than we were looking for, but pretty empty. The wait staff were all very nice and accommodating. The food to me and my boyfriend were not very great. The beef empanadas were very simple and did not taste like anything special. We also got deviled eggs, which I liked but my boyfriend thought they tasted like yesterday's deviled eggs. The skirt steak was pretty good but I don't really have to have it again. The last thing we got was the bacon basket, which was supposed to be peppered and also pecan bacon, but all of it tasted the same and none of it was crispy or what we were looking for. Overall, I probably don't have to try this place again.
(2)
Jennifer F.
Wow! I'm from Tampa and was in Atlanta on business. We had a big party (12) with reservations. We were seated right away and we ate so much of everything. The vegetarian options were fantastic (spinach chickpea dish, omg) the meats were incredible per the meat eaters. The vegetarian paella was excellent. The service was superb. The wine was fantastic. The place gets loud and very very busy. We were there on a week night (Wednesday) the place was packed by 7pm at the latest. People were waiting and the bar area was full. This place just didn't stop. Per the servers it's always like this. I can believe it. The food was great. The service was great. Recommend getting reservations any day/time.
(5)
Arbi D.
Very nice place to bring a date. A little noisy but that's fine given the great food and the very friendly staff. We came around 10:05 PM on a Sunday, while the kitchen was closing and they accepted to get a very good Paella and a few Tapas ready for us. We really appreciated that. Barcelone is one of my favourite spots in ATL for Dinner, not that romantic place but does the job very well. Thanks
(4)
Josh G.
This is a long review, but read it before you make reservations. I need to start with a little info about myself, so you know I'm not just being picky. I was a waiter and a barista for 4+ years. I've worked in food service, and I know how difficult it can be. My wife and I live inside the perimeter and frequent the Atlanta restaurant scene. Our expectations for service are VERY reasonable, and we're quite forgiving. All that said, the service at Barcelona, from the POV of a reasonable person, was deplorable. Our group ordered 16 plates of tapas. After 7 of them came, we were assumed to be done. The plates were cleared and the server suspiciously questioned us about the other dishes...no apologies. 4 more plates came out only after being individually requested. Again, dishes cleared, the server was unapologetic, nearly to the point of implying that we were lying about the other plates. In the meantime, two of us were re-upping with different beers, having started with Spaten Oktoberfest. We EACH received the wrong beer TWICE, to total four wrong beers that we sent back. When I calmly tried to work the server through our requests, he literally rolled his eyes at me like a 12 year old, behaving as if the mistakes were clearly ours. The whole ordeal lasted literally 2.5 hours as we were ignored by our two different servers. When we got our bills, the beers that we returned were listed for payment. It's like eating at Just Brakes. We're already there to spend a load of money. We are fit, well-dressed, patient, kind, jovial, well-read, college-educated, middle-class people eating in a highly reviewed restaurant and spending over $50 per person. We were treated like criminals at worst and inconveniences at best. This restaurant has fantastic food. The Chirizo & Figs, Crepes, Empanadas, Steak Dishes, Crispy Pork, Mushrooms w/ Goat Cheese, Patatas Bravas, all magnificent. It's such a pity the service was so terrible. I would actively dissuade my friends and family from eating here. You know the pretentious restaurants that treat their patrons so badly in the movies? This and Bluepointe in Buckhead are the only dining experiences I've had that actually rival that fiction. We always tip generously. The service was so bad that I tipped only 17%. People make mistakes, I realize. It was the attitude with which the problems were addressed that has permanently turned me from this place.
(1)
Jenessa C.
Great steak tapas & Bloody Mary drinks! The place picked up in popularity around 12:30, once you could order drinks for a Sunday brunch. And the bread was incredible, warm, fresh, and grainy. Great atmosphere too. A great place to start a Sunday funday!
(4)
Beth B.
I went on a Friday night for a friends birthday. We got there around 730, so before it got completely slammed. Everything was all good until we were ready to go (after everyone else in Atlanta decided to also come here) It took us about an hour to an hour and a half get our checks, pay them, and get our cards back. That killed it for me.
(1)
Leslie W.
So, this place is super crowded on a Friday night, but I guess that's to be expected in the bustling metro Atlanta sub community of Inman Park... It was so crowded that they apparently did not plan on us actually keeping our reservation at 10pm. When we arrived, we were told it would be a 20 minute wait! As we were leaving however, the hostess came after us to say that a table had just opened up. Confused, but promptly seated, we began to peruse the menu. The server gave us a run down of the menu that one of my companions described as "flight attendant" style and pointed to the list of wines by the glass on the food menu. That was much easier than trying to decipher the extensive wine list. We ordered about 10 small plates for 4 people. House cured olives, roasted garlic, dinosaur kale salad, potato tortilla, crispy cabbage, pork belly and chorizo with figs were all really good. My glass of Argentinian Pinot Noir was incredible! I am definitely hunting down that bottle! Downers: Some plates were a little small for their price. I know pork belly is the new go-to fatty protein, but it's not worth it's weight in gold, so how bout throwing another piece on the plate for $11?! Seating was very uncomfortable on the "patio". Our four top was very cramped and the seats were hard and too small for my American butt to sit on comfortably. And it was very dark. I would go again and definitely try to hit up the half price wine bottles on Sunday because they do have an amazing selection.
(3)
Jessica P.
Came here to celebrate a friends birthday, the place was packed but the service was impeccable the whole night. Food was absolutely delicious, loved everything but the chorizo with figs was probably the best. Very impressed!
(5)
Aanal P.
I have now been to Barcelona three times. It definitely surpassed my expectations the first time I ate here. I expected "just another tapas joint." But, it is much much much more than that! Barcelona has amazing quality of food. It is on the expensive side, but if you want to try this place, go on a Sunday. 1/2 off bottle of wine and great tapas deals. Some of my favorites on the menu: Brussel Sprouts (yes, try it!), Chorizo and Fig (mmmmm), Paella (can feed a whole damn family and then some...), Wild Striped Bass Ceviche (fresh and minty!), Chicken Empanadas (heavenly!), Mushroom with goat cheese (savory)... Oh, and that bucket of warm bread with olive oil..(tip: add crushed black pepper and a bit of salt to the olive oil and then dip...you won't regret it!) Dessert: Churros Y Chocolate (what?? wow!) and Warm Chocolate Hazelnut Indulgence with Raspberry Sauce and Coconut Ice Cream (WHERE have you been my whole life??) MUST TRY! Service is excellent! Ambiance is nice and cozy.... and the wine is amazing! I will definitely go back...heck, I have already been three times! There is no stopping me now! 5 stars for the best tapas I have had so far in Atlanta!
(5)
D W.
Great Tapas and a great vibe in Inman Park. Hanger steak and empanadas are awesome. $15 Don Julio margaritas were pretty good but pretty pricey. Make a reservation.
(4)
Carl C.
I recently went to this restaurant for a birthday celebration. The overall ambiance and the food was great. The only thing to keep in mind is that this place is absolutely packed on Saturday nights. So unless you are looking for wait an hour before being seated, I would go there during non-peak hours.
(5)
Robyn M.
Where do I begin? My husband and I wanted to celebrate our 21st wedding anniversary in an environment that reminded us of the FLAVOR we use to have when we were New Yorkers in Park Slope, BKLYN...pre-children and the Hum Drum life of the Metro ATL Suburbs. You know, back when every place we dined was ALL THE RAGE! We found that in Barcelona Atlanta. From the valet guy who parked our car in a special place cause he'd be gone b4 we returned, to the adorable roving bartender and friendly hostess, waiter and the Hunky Manager 'Shaun'...we (former Out-About- Towners) couldn't remember the last time we enjoyed a complete dining experience in Atlanta this much. Atmosphere: Hoppin with fly, hipster, eclectic types (I'm claiming Fly for me & Hubby). Artsy space had something for all tastes. The Food & Drink: Adorable bartender worked the densely packed floor (Details model on rollerblades) and got yummy cocktails to us quickly. Red Wine Sangria was strong & refreshing. Food: Shaun, Manager (Shout-out to Mrs Hunky...Bronx Native) started our celebration with complimentary champagne and Tapas. He chose 'em and we loved 'em! Flank Steak w/Truffles, Cheese (sheep) w/pistachio and an asparagus dish that I only got to smell...hubby inhaled it. Left there and laughed our A$$ off at Dad's Garage! Thanks for giving us directions Shaun!
(5)
Gina M.
I had high hopes for my first experience at Barcelona, since it was highly recommended to me. I had made an 8:15 reservation for three people. When we arrived I had checked in at the hostess stand & she had let me know that they were running a little behind. 15 minutes have gone by, then 30, then 45 and we finally get seated. They had placed us in the overly crowded bar where there were literally people leaning on the backs of our chairs. Not only was it hard to talk, it felt like strangers had joined us for dinner. On the positive to these negatives, the manager had recognized that we have had a not so great start to our evening and had sent out a complimentary appetizer. The service was good, as well as the food and of course the wine. I would certainly give Barcelona another shot. My suggestion is to definitely make a reservation. Even though we had to wait an extra 45 minutes, walk-ins had to wait up to 90 minutes.
(3)
Kendra C.
I love this place. They allow dogs on the outside patio which is awesome. Their food has officially spoiled me. I highly recommend the chorizo and figs! Even their salad was mouth watering. Who knew that simple ingredients can do wonderful things to your taste buds. The owner is extremely friendly. They have an impressive wine list. My friend and I ended up spending $50 each ( 4 drinks, 7 tapas), but it was worth it. I'll see them next pay check.
(5)
Jason T.
Great space and friendly staff. Wine list is impressive, and by-the-glass offerings is respectable. Would like to see more b-t-g choices. Not a fan of the "all you can eat" tapas. Too many high starch/potato plates to fill you up before the meat dishes come out.
(2)
Valerie S.
This restaurant is amazing. We had a great meal while on vacation from Chicago. The service is excellent. We loved being able to eat outdoors (not often possible in the north). We would definitely come back if we are in town again.
(5)
Naima W.
I was here for brunch earlier today to celebrate a friend's birthday. We had reservations for a party of approximately 15. The staff accommodated the group very well and seated us quickly. The restaurant has a very modern and chic design and the servers are pretty friendly. I had heard great things about Barcelona and was very hopeful I would have an awesome experience. The restaurant is located in Inman Park and I love brunch in this area! Unfortunately, my experience today did not live up to my expectations. Our table was in close proximity to the main entrance and the door stays open all day. This presented a problem for most people at our table because even though we are in the first week of Spring, the weather today was very cold and rainy. The temperature was in the high 40's and the draft from the door made us uncomfortable and cold. We asked if it was possible to close the door but our server said they had to leave it open. I ordered hot tea to try to warm up a little and it took over 20 minutes for me to receive it. I asked about the status of my drink several times and was told that orders for hot tea are submitted when the meal order is sent to the kitchen. This is not a customer friendly practice because most people expect to receive their drink orders within a few minutes of making the request. When our server passed out menus to our table, we were told they did not have enough left for each person to have their own and we needed to share. I will admit the restaurant was pretty crowded but I felt like they should have had enough menus on hand to accommodate large tables. After looking over a friend's shoulder to review the menu, I decided to order the short ribs hash. While placing my order, I was told they had just run out of the entree I wanted so I had to look over a friend's shoulder again to make another selection. I was a little disappointed they didn't have what I originally wanted but I ordered the eggs benedict instead. I was impressed when the server offered to add shrimp to this dish after I stated I did not want the sausage it came with. It's too bad it was served cold! I was one of the first to order, so I imagine my food sat out in the open kitchen area while the other entrees were being prepared. At this point, I decided my entire dining experience was shot so I sent my meal back and decided not to order anything else. I don't remember hearing anyone talk about how wonderful their food was but I did hear a few other complaints. One person at the table had undercooked eggs and another felt like the potatoes were too spicy. I might be willing to try Barcelona Atlanta again but will only do so if I am with a small party of two to four people. I think serving large parties may be a bit of a challenge for them.
(2)
Rob S.
Nice place, the food was good I had the 6 sampler dish. Sangria was Awsome. It's little overprice I had better for less...
(3)
Gabriel C.
Pros- great wine list and Fantastic servers that know there stuff. Great look and vibe. Cons- very average food very average. Seems like a high turnaround of workers. Every time there is someone new. To me that just screams bad management And that just adds to my list of disappointment.
(1)
Brian C.
The food was ok. Really enjoyed the patatas bravas. Great location and good wines. Can't believe how many people line up on weekend nights.
(3)
John P.
Love this place:) First I just like the neighborhood. It's probably my favorite in Atlanta. Walk around, do some funky shopping, visit cool little hangs, etc, etc. Anyway. The place has a nice scene, little funky, upbeat, cool. Pretentious or not...I just like people watching. My last visit with the missus, we went for Sunday brunch. We had the Short Ribs Hash - great, a Bacon Basket with varied tasty bacon - seriously yummy, Eggs Benedict, house style and some of those Grits things you people like. Even my Bloody Mary was great. The waitstaff is friendly, polite and nice. For dessert, I had ordered an Ice Creme Sampler. When I asked the waiter what exactly that was, he said that I had a choice of 1 of the 3 flavors, I went for the chocolate. Then I got a plate with one scoop of ice creme - before I could say Rumpelstilskin - a waitress apologized, let me know you're supposed to get more than that - 3 scoops and then showed up with another bowlful. It was more that I could eat and I guess the first waiter was new, yet I really appreciate the proactive action- awesome. Are there any cons - I'm sure if I thought about it long enough I could create one but dang (now I'm sounding like ya'll) everything is so good and well done, who thinks of those things:) Go - eat - drink - people watch - repeat.
(5)
Gillian R.
I ended up here on a Sunday evening, desperately trying to soak up the sunshine, extend the weekend, and procrastinate my inevitable dreaded Sunday evening chores of laundry and a quick stop at the grocery store. Bottles of wine were half price, so of course we couldn't pass that up! I don't remember what we got, but it was white and tasty. That I do remember! Tapas are fun cause it's all sharesies. As in, this makes a great date. They also bring you a big basket of bread with oil for dipping. We got balsamic as well, and let's be honest here--I think I probably ate my weight in bread. We had: -house cured olives: Um, how can you go wrong with olives? You can't, you just can't. Unless you don't like olives. In which case, you should probably not get this dish. -spinach chickpea casserole: Spinach, chickpeas, cumin. This was tasty, but not the best dish we had. I kept thinking that I could probably make it myself. -roasted garlic bulbs: Okay, I could make this myself, but I rarely do, so it was still something special. The garlic bulbs were perfectly roasted and smeared in the perfect consistency across my fluffy pieces of bread. We couldn't get enough of this! -marinated beet salad: Marinated beets, walnuts, blue cheese. This was seriously incredible. I wanted to believe that I could make this at home, but even when I bought the ingredients, it just wasn't the same. This was probably our number one choice of the evening. I'm pretty sure there were several times that we both stabbed at the same beet. -herbed goat cheese & mushrooms: This was one of our last dishes, at the point when I think I was already reaching maximum capacity. Maybe that's why it wasn't my favorite. I love herbs, I love goat cheese, I mostly love mushrooms. For me, though, this was just WAY too creamy. It probably would've been better in the first round of ordering. He also had something meaty, but I have zero memory of what it was because it didn't go in my tummy. Our waiter was attentive but not a hovercraft. He was really laid-back and made me laugh. The true star of this place is the restroom. Not only was it beautiful, in a cozy, understated sort of way, but there are TWO women's restrooms. Finally a place that understands that I don't want to spend half of my meal waiting in line to use the restroom! Thank you, Barcelona. I'm pretty certain I'll make my way back to Barcelona at some point.
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Lisa C.
Gorgeous restaurant, friendly staff, beautiful bar, and great Tapas!!! the food was really great, I had a wonderful time with a group of my brother's friends. It was loud but it was a good vibe. The tapas were all delicious, and the red sangria was good but not great. It was loaded with tons of ice and ice was the resounding theme of that sangria, and that was the only dissapointing fact about my experience. I am not a lush and do not need tons of alcohol, but if i cant even get a sip without the water from around my glass dripping all over my lap, there is too much ice.. slightly on the ridiculous side, but the food and desserts were yumm!
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Dana L.
I took an out of town friend here and from the moment we walked in, we were well taken care of. The service was EXCELLENT. I have been here several times before and they will always give you an extra tapa just to try. When we asked our server if he wanted us to move to the bar because we didn't want to hog well waited for table time (and wanted to gab for a bit longer), he said that no one has ever been that considerate and came out with complimentary drinks for us. Great vibe, a bit loud in the bar area if you're trying to "catch up". Make reservations- this place gets packed!
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Lauren H.
We visited Barcelona for the first time last night for a drink with friends after dinner. The restaurant looks very cool from the outside - with the fireplace and outside seating. It was very crowded once we got inside however, which made it hard for our group (only 4 ppl). The bar area has almost no standing room, we kept getting pushed around back and forth as we were ordering a bottle of wine. The bartender was CRAZY slow at getting our order. We tried to sit down at a table in the bar area and were promptly told we could not sit there unless we were on the waiting list. They have almost no seating at the bar, and almost no standing room so it was an uncomfortable crowded situation. When we finished the bottle and were ready to leave, the bartender couldn't find our friend's card who ordered the wine. He accused him of actually having the card and then took another 10 minutes to find it. It was pretty ridiculous. I really wanted to go check out the fireplace, however we did not have a chance. We were ready to go and headed out without a stop outside. I don't think we'll be back again. The reviews our friends who have been there for dinner gave of the food weren't stellar. Pretty much that the food is overpriced for what it is. And that you can't get out of there for dinner for 2 under around $80-100. Oh well, I had higher hopes despite the meh reviews I read. Maybe they'll shape up and we'll be back. Otherwise we won't be back here agian.
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Maressa M.
Went here for the first time late on a Friday night. Someone immediately pointed out to me how eerily similar the patrons looked. Crew cuts? Light blue button downs? Creepy wandering eyes? Check on all three counts. If you're a young professional out on the prowl, this is the place to be. I suggest going on Sunday for 1/2 priced bottles of wine and a more relaxed crowd. Patio seating is also a must. The interior is beautifully designed, but nothing beats sitting outside on a beautiful day to enjoy your meal. Food that I have tried and found especially pleasing: herbed goat cheese and mushrooms, ham and cheese croquetas, and the dulce de leche crepes. Specialty drinks I wish I could have on a daily basis: caipirinha, floradora, and white wine sangria.
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Sarah N.
So excited to have another fun restaurant in Inman Park! If you are looking for a great glass of wine and fab tapas - this is your spot. That said, it's very loud and the bar area gets crowded most nights. Request a table in the restaurant side if you want to hear your dining mates. I've been a couple times with a vegan friend and they are pretty accommodating to adapt meals for her. Standard favorites include: chorizo with fig; potatas bravas and garlic bulbs. They also switch their menu daily based on season - if you see the pumpkin with honey or the brussels sprouts order them immediately!
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James D.
Excellent food! Had lunch here and was blown away by the great food and very nice decor. We tried to have dinner here but it was PACKED! At night, its more of a bar/party scene. Eating inside would be difficult if you like to carry a conversation. Highly recommend outdoor seating if you can get it. We had drinks outside and closed the place out, very good drinks and food.
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Kim N.
Came here last night for my birthday and it was great! We had reservations and were seated right away. Our server was knowledgeable and friendly. We had a bunch of different tapas, charcuterie, and also tried the meat serving for 2... Can't remember what it's called but it was super yummy! The scallops plancha, ham and cheese croquettes, and shrimp ceviche were some of my faves. Would def come here again.
(4)
Kate C.
Food was mediocre...not on par with other tapas restaurants we've been to. Service was good.
(3)
Delaine R.
I love this place. They screwed up the timing of our orders where 3 of us got our food in the first course and one didn't have anything. He made an off hand comment about not getting any food yet- not mad, but just a comment. The manager came over and comped all of our food (4 people who are eaters) and brought out 4 more tapas for us on the house. I understand people make mistakes and they apologized and over delivered to make up for it. This place is awesome.
(5)
Katherine W.
Fun scene, but SUPER noisy inside! During their busier hours (actually... that appears to be most of the time), it's more of a scene to be in, rather than a place to focus on your company and conversation. If you're here on a date, try to sit outside. It seems mellower outside, as in, you don't have to scream to be heard. Plus, there's a lantern at each table, and a fireplace. Comprehensive wine list... a decent number available by the glass, but a lot more by the bottle. The food seems a little hit or miss, with some awesome, some meh. Definitely recommend the grilled hangar steak with black truffle sauce, and the chorizo with figs. The roasted sunchokes are not my thing -- nice tangy flavor, but a weird texture (sort of like a cross between broccoli and potato).
(3)
Jillian O.
Came her for after dinner drinks and dessert - it was packed which is a good sign but we soon noticed it was packed as more of a bar/party joint than a quality wine and tapas bar would be. The selection of wine by the glass was very minimal. A kajillion wines by the bottle but by the glass? No. The desserts LOOKED good but didn't leave us wanting more. We didn't even finish them. Our drinks came AFTER our food...and there was a beligerant group of 6 next to us. I don't really have much else to say except this was kind of a sucky waste of money.
(1)
Anita I.
Ever go to a place and think, I won't be back, I don't care if everyone loves it, I just will not come back here. Yep, this place fits that bill for me. EVERYONE loves it. And I think it's popularity is also its disadvantage. For one thing, the place is not designed to handle that many people. It's got a nice cosy New York bar decor, with the black and white pictures, no TVs and casual dining music. Then, you get here and it's bumper to bumper packed with people. There's no room to move let alone mingle. It's not designed for the crowd. So it just makes mingling uncomfortable. I know it's not their fault that they are the popular kid in town, but trust me with fewer people you'll start to enjoy the allure and coolness of the ambiance. With the crowd, you're just trying to order a drink and hopefully not spill it. Also, because of their popularity they've rested on their laurels. The bar staff is cocky to a T, only serving with charm the cute chicks and deep pocketed guests. Those of us that sadly do not fall into either category are just served after a long long time. The only bar staff worth it is Doug, if not for him I would have been a very thirsty gal. Very thirsty. Finally, the prices. I guess they can charge these exorbitant prices because...(1) they are popular and, (2) people would patronize them either way. I mean $9.50 for a side of asparagus comprised of only 7 asparagus, and then, the same cost for a half plate of calamari. Plus, all the good wines are priced above $10. I know my wine so trust me when I say this...Wine below that price is not worth drinking. Once again, appealing to the people with deep pockets. So, no I will not be back here unless, (a) I score a boyfriend with deep pockets, or (2) it stops being the toast of the town and starts working hard to retain customers, now they're just lazy.
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Eric A.
My experience at Barcelona was nothing but fantastic. My boyfriend and I showed up on Sunday for an early Valentines Day dinner. We must have beat the rush - because we were seated almost immediately. Our team of 2 servers were friendly, funny, and really knowledgeable about the menu. We got 2 tapas to start. The hangar steak and truffle oil was delicious and so tender I could cut it with my fork. The caldo verde was even better - perfectly seasoned! One of the few mistakes by the restaurant: I figured the tapas were meant to share, but the caldo verde only came with 1 spoon, so we had to alternate bites. For the 'main' course we decided to get the Sunday special, the pig roast. The roast came with a salad as a starter. This was probably the weakest part of the meal. The hearts of romaine were way too pig for the plate and were adorned with only a few tomato wedges and way too many olives. The plates were so small that even just trying to cut the romaine led to half the salad falling off the plate. But - really this salad was the only thing that missed the mark. Before the roast came out, our server came to show us a picture of the whole pig we'd be eating that day. The Roast was very tasty - with crispy pig skin covering the juicy meat part of the roast. It was a little fatty - but it definitely gave the meat a LOT of flavor. As sides, the pig came with a spinach/cheese mixture and sweet potato fries. Finally, to top off the meal - some of the best flan I've ever tasted. Overall a fantastic meal - with only the missing spoon and salad being less than perfect. The restaurant is nicely decorated - but if you're sitting along the wall bench - you might need to get cozy with your neighbors. I would definitely go back again.
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Nevin L.
Great tapas, especially the veggie options. Drinks were excellent, and service out of this world for a very busy place they still pay attention to their guests. Food was delicious and they kept the little plates coming. Great place if you like a festive, happening place.
(5)
David B.
I came on a Saturday before reservations at Soto Soto in Inman Park. The bar area was slammed with a good crowd. It would be difficult to sit down and have dinner in the bar area. I came back Monday evening and was greeted by the two bartenders. The bar area was about 60% full. Meal 1. Salad with gem lettuce (looks like small romaine), tomato, onions, and a variety of pit-in olives, served with a simple vinagrette dressing--A+ 2. Tapa - grouper cheeks (tender 2 inch squared pieces X 4 ) with salsa verde (oil mixed with parsley and garlic) --B 3. Trout la plancha - Skin side up with white bean and tomato --A+ I also had two glasses of wine appx 11 per glass from Mendoza Argentina. With tip appx. 60-65 dollars. I was very pleased with my experience and will come back to this establishment.
Food is always amazing no matter what you order on the menu. Everything is always fresh and delicious! Awesome vibe and cool people :)
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Valerie N.
After hearing so many friends rave over Barcelona, we decided to try it out for Inman Park restaurant week. Barecelona offered a $25/person menu, so I quickly made a reservation online for an outdoor table to try it out. We decided to go on a Wednesday night and hopefully miss the insanity that is IPRW. We showed up on time for our reservation and were told our table wasn't ready, my pet peeve. We moved into the very crowded bar and enjoyed a cocktail while waiting. And we waited. And we waited. And we waited... (on a Wednesday night, y'all). After about 30 minutes, our outdoor table finally opened up. We were seated at a very tiny table that was really meant for 2; luckily, the next table over was getting up and we were able to snag their 4 top that made much more sense for our group. The hostess made me feel high maintenance to ask, but really - after all that wait, we should have been accommodated with a table that made sense for a group of 4 (not to mention our upcoming tapas and drinks). The change was quickly made and next thing I know, a group of 2 was seated at our original table (and they even looked crowded!). Our waiter was absolutely lovely and quickly helped us forget our long wait and table snafu. We essentially ordered everything on the menu, thanks to the Restaurant Week offer. To be honest, everything was good and nothing really stands out to me as a "must order," aside from the albondigas and empanadas. Truly - everything was good. It was really lovely sit outside and enjoy good company, yummy tapas, delicious wine, and great weather.
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Karla N.
I absolutely loooooveeee this place! I have been to this place several times and i can not believe I havent wrote a review yet! I love the fact that they have inside and outside sitting all year round and the back patio has a nice fireplace. our experience have varied but i have never had bad service here. However if it is the weekend after 7 get ready to wait even when the is reservations which I hate. now the food is really really good but some of the tapas feel like a bite size specially the fish tapas I dont recall the name but it was 2 bite size pieces of fish for 14 bucks it was really good but we left feeling cheated. now the wine selection per glass is great. Now if you are like me and spontanously want to go east without a reservation this place has a small bar in the patio which it looks like is used by the staff but you could actually seat there and obtain good service. This past weekend I tried their brunch and I have to say it was delish i encourage you to try it.
(5)
Nicki K.
Great place overall and 3.5 star rating. I just cannot say I'm a fan yet. I do like tapas but I don't love them. They are like Spanish version of dim sum for me, which I'm also not a fan of. Atmosphere is busy, casual, laid back, but can be noisy. I went on a Thursday night and it was packed!!! I cannot imagine weekends. The bar area was very crowded. Waiter Michael was really knowledgeable and cool. He helped us decide what to order. He gave great descriptions and ideas. We ordered the following - Red Bell peppers stuff with cheese - it was so good, I really like it, I want to learn how to make it now, impress. Eggplant - I like eggplant and do not eat enough of it. It was really good, thick and meaty tasting, very flavorful. However, it did come out room temperature, wish it was brought to table after cooking it instead of it sitting on counter. Shrimp - a few pieces, tasty but needed a bit more salt. Meatballs - it was really good. I was impress. I'm not a big beef fan but Michael told us that it's a mix of beef, veal, and lamb. Snapper - the filet was really small, I understand it was small like tapas but wow, seriously. The taste was okay. I feel like I'm missing another tapa but that's all I can remember. I thought I took pics of it but I didn't. There is valet parking but you can also park across the street in the deck. I parked down the street. My GPS didn't take me to the location. The restaurant was hard to find cause it doesn't say Barcelona on the outside but luckily, I saw a valet guy on the other side of the building who helped guide me. Overall, if you like this kind of restaurant, go for it. I do like it, just not love it. I prefer more casual, laid back environments where I can listen to without all the noise.
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Elisabeth C.
The tapas at this restaurant were amazing. We had albondigas, ceviche, cauliflower, shrimp, patatas bravas and skirt steak. They were all perfectly cooked and tasted great. The service was also very good. I highly recommend this restaurant!
(5)
Lindsay J.
I finally tried out Barcelona a few weeks ago with a group (I felt like the last of my friends who had never been), and I have to say, it is one of the best places in Atlanta. There were four of us and the tapas were the perfect sizes for sharing. Definitely start out with a meat and cheese plate if you're with a group. Ah-mazing wine list, too. There are outdoor heaters and blankets for sitting outside. I can't wait to go back.
(5)
Lyndenise B.
As the "it" place right now, you definitely have to dress yourself with patience when coming to dine. I had reservations for 8:45 but was not seated until an hour later. The current hosts should (1) be outside instead of the middle of the restaurant creating chaos when blocking the kitchen and bathrooms and (2) reservations system should be automated and include the tables instead of two separate lists where they clearly don't turn anyone away. The ambiance is vibrant and fun but aside from tapas it doesn't remind me of anything Spanish related. They had old school hip hop which was fun but not a "Barcelona" experience. They have us several tapas on the house because of the wait so I do appreciate that. The food wasn't my favorite and I love Spanish tapas! The calamari were soggy and the spicy mayo was way too hot. The spinach and garbanzo plate was really mushy and the scallops were way too rubbery. I've been here before for a private event and it was fantastic but this time failed to hit the mark. Service was ok but definitely not with the wait or the price.
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Sandra C.
I remember the first time I went, food was awesome. Second time today was okay but not as great as I remembered. Service, however, was phenomenal. Our calamari came out too salty and the manager immediately recognized we were dissatisfied. We got a new one that was perfectly executed and he even took it off the menu. Very friendly and attentive staff. Will definitely return. I just wish they had drink specials. Or some kind of happy hour or something.
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Beverly C.
I went on a weekend evening with 2 girlfriends so it was slammed. It was a lot of hassle at first. We were told it would be an hour wait. We walked to Krog Street and came back 45 min later and the host said it would be another 45 minutes. He said we had only been waiting 15 min. We spoke with someone else, who happened to be the manager who did his very best to seat us as quickly as possible. Our server was fabulous and coached us through the menu as first timers. The manager checked us as well. We shared about 5-6 tapas and had sangria and wine. Everything was delicious! It's definitely the place to be! I didn't see them on open table, which would have made our night go smoother.
(4)
Yasmine B.
My go to spot for a celebration or special occasion date night. The atmosphere is trendy and the restaurant is always busy. On the weekend be prepared to wait even if you have a reservation. The restaurant has valet. Monday is half priced bottles of wine :) The tapas are so flavorful and perfect for sharing if the server times the courses. The flan is absolutely amazing. Must try - the calamari and the chorizo and fig. Really most of the menu is a must try, I've never tried anything here I didn't love. The wine list is huge so I recommend having a server make suggestions. You get what you pay for - come prepared to spend money and get an amazing experience.
Dennis was our server and he was great! We didn't order much (just a glass of wine), but never felt rushed or anything. It was chilly so they had blankets out on their outdoor chairs. Nice touch! Cute wine bar and they have music and events all the time.
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Ashley S.
I am a bit confused about the $35 Unlimited Tapas deal, as I expected it to be, indeed, unlimited. I Came here on a Monday night and ended up doing the Unlimited Tapas for $35 per person (6 person minimum). Servers immediately began bringing out tapas, and it was nice that they brought out 2 of each dish since we had 8 people in our party. However, I wasn't very impressed with the dishes they chose, and they were definitely not what I would have ordered had I picked. Eventually, we asked for the late night menu so we could begin choosing our own tapas. We asked the waitress if everything on the menu was included in the unlimited deal, to which she responded "yes." So, we began picking what we wanted to try, which were meats and cheeses as opposed to roasted carrots, chickpea spread, potatoes, etc. We thought everything was included in the $35 price, but when we got our bill, our waitress had upcharged us for the dishes we ordered. Instead of charging $35 per person, our bill was $115. When we questioned it, our waitress ended up taking off the charges but told us she had to charge for the Ceviche. We never actually received the Ceviche, so she did end up taking that off as well. I am just wondering if it is indeed unlimited tapas for $35, or if they regularly charge extra for plates that you order yourself. If that's the case, it's certainly not worth the $35, and they need to add that bit of information in a disclaimer.
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Michael P.
The best food I have had in a really long time. Every dish was amassing!!!! I would recommend you come!
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C B.
One of the best meals I've had in months. Plan $70 each for best possible experience.
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Mqew W.
I had their signature paella and it was just okay. It was not worth the price we paid for it! I'll go back to try their tapas with friends since that was most of the positive reviews.
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Shelby S.
This restaurant really impressed me with their service. Complimentary spanish wine? Duh they get 5 stars. They have something wrapped in bacon, dates or something? Get that. You don't like bacon? Shut up. Get it.
(5)
Karen F.
One of my absolute favorite spots. Ambiance, service, food... it is all on point. I'd like to start with explaining my internal battle between my Monday - Thursday life and my weekend life. Monday - Thursday, it takes a lot to get me to even leave my house and it's nearly impossible to convince me for dinner and drinks. What I absolutely love about Barcelona, is it acts both of that cozy comfortable atmosphere where you feel like you're dining at your favorite aunts house or as that first stop on a wild girls night out. I'm never NOT in the mood for this place. They change out their dinner menu regularly, which makes it easier to pretend you don't frequent there as much as you do. Every time I go, I let my server recommend his favorites and I have NEVER been disappointed. If Josh/Jeptha is working, he's worth a wait. He's the best, around....nothings gonna ever keep you down. Sorry, had to give a little Karate Kid reference. They have a new GM also who is a super nice guy. Actually came to the table to introduce himself. Nice touch. I can honestly say I have not disliked anything I have had there. And no matter how full I get, there is ALWAYS... ALWAYS room for their Caramel Crepe. Jesus. Makes my mouth water. Oh. And they started doing brunch on weekends. Half priced bottles of wine on Sundays. Have you SEEN that patio seating? ....Game changer. Just sayin.
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Ana M.
I have been here twice- the first to a double date when whoever picked the wine thought we were high-rollers, the boys were hungry and we ended up dropping $80 pp. Last time I was here, I went with three other girls, we shared some Cava, 4 tapas and 2 desserts and the check came out to $25. Moral of the story: never go to a tapas place with boys. Both times were awesome. The service is attentive and fun, and the tapas are solid. I won't say that any dish has completely knocked my socks off, but they are all of very high quality. But you come here for the ambience. A wrap around, see and be seen porch equipped with outside heaters and a large fireplace ensures that this place is always bustling. The drink options are amazing- you can go with any of the high quality wines from the list (prices start in the high 20s and go up), there's sangria and a tantalizing cocktail list. The bar is happening on most evenings. The service, as I have mentioned, is impeccable- they even have blankets for us girls who insist on wearing summer dresses in March. Everything is designed for you to have a good time, and you will.
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Nhuy W.
AWESOME! I have only been here a few times and every time it has been amazing. So the last time we were here, there was issues with the brussel sprouts. It took a long time for them to come out which was not a big deal at all. The manager came out and apologized and then gave us free dessert. We did not expect that but that shows you how much they care about their business. We will be back this weekend and definitely a must in Atlanta.
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Donald L.
I like barcelona. Great patio, love the small bites and the wine is always outstanding. It is one of those places that you want to bring people who are visiting from out of town. Because it is perfectly situated within walking distance of the beltline, it is a great opportunity for a short walk before dinner.
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Ewa K.
Can't get behind any place that doesn't honor reservations. This.is completely ridiculous. I don't care about anything else really. That's basic.
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Obadiah S.
Happened upon this place for a birthday dinner. It's in the (now) very hoppin' Inman Park. So much foot traffic in this area, kinda cool. My first impressions of the place: it's very loud. That's not a bad thing necessarily, but it meant that we had to yell to be heard. It seems like a much better party joint than a date spot. We ordered a bunch of tapas. Everything was pretty decent. There were no particular highs or lows with the selections. It was all very....safe. I ordered a mint julep. Yeah I know, it's a wine bar. But the mark of a good bartender is the ability to produce a somewhat obscure cocktail even in the midst of all the wine pours. The mint julep hit the spot. The mint was balanced, and the simple syrup wasn't overwhelming. I would surely give this place another go. It's a nice, albeit loud atmosphere. There are nice big windows, so a prime spot for people watching too!
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Mariela Y.
We came from DC with my husband for the weekend and we were told twice about Barcelona from two different people. We were not disappointed. I tried the steak with eggs and my husband had lamb burger. Both were delicious but what we liked the most was the bread. I recommend this place for brunch it dinner.
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Sandte S.
I've been to this place every Friday for the past 3 weeks, I'm a complete fan. The decor is really lovely, plenty of outside seating, the food is incredible and don't get me started on the drinks. I had never had bourbon before but the Bourbon Spice Rack is hands down one of my favorite drinks of all time. Its mixed so well you everything just meshes together and you can't tell if it's the bourbon, the lemon juice, the maple syrup or the bitters that taste so damn good. For tapas I would suggest the spiced beef empenadas and the chicken milanese. I had the meatballs and they were just okay, the seasoning wasn't everything I expected but the sauce they serve with it is delicious. But the meatballs seem to be a popular dish so totally go for it! For dessert I would suggest the crepas, the warm carmel and the ice cream...yuuuuum. I had the chocolate cake and that was pretty good too but I'd get the crepas everytime. The one down side is that the wait can be pretty long and the bar area gets PACKED. This past Friday it was an hour and a half wait...but worth it, we went down the street to have some drinks and then came back an hour later and our table was ready. Usually they have a girl taking drink orders come to the front which was really nice because it is nearly impossible to get a seat at the bar but unfortunately she wasn't there last Friday. The bartenders, the waiters, even the hostess are really great people; very friendly and well informed on the menu. Management did an excellent hiring job! This is a really great place to take a date or a group of friends just to hang out. I fully support coming here for lunch, dinner, or late night snack. Will def be back!
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Zee Z.
I'd rather eat alot of different stuff, than stuff myself with one item. I loved all the food here. They make a speciality manhattan, which kept me licking my lips. The wine menu is pretty big, house malbec was a hit also. Ambiance is really nice too...although i sat outside in the chilly weather under heat lamps. Staff is attentive, which is to be expected of a place of this caliber. So i ended up having Patatas Bravas, Roasted Chickpea Puree, Roasted Garlic Bulbs, Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Crispy Calamari, empanadas, Grilled Hanger Steak, lengua with eggs, and some other stuff i can't remember. Nothing was bad...but the lengua stuck out for me, they sous vide it for like 2-3 hours which makes the meat breakable with your tongue. I would definitely go back again...but with a date, not a boys night out place.
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TravelingVeggie S.
This restaurant was actually recommended to us by our cashier at the Coca Cola Factory gift shop. It is part of a cute and trendy neighborhood, and offers a variety of small and large plates. We decided to order from the tapas menu and share. There were many vegetarian options. We chose: Spinach-Chickpea Cazuela, GA Peach Salad, Brussel Sprouts, Roasted Cauliflower, and a Lightly Breaded Mushroom Puree with a Basil Dipping Sauce. Steve especially liked the spinach dish and the brussel sprouts, while my favorites were the GA peach salad and the cauliflower. The best part of this restaurant wasn't the food, but the atmosphere. We were able to sit outside and enjoy the evening and fantastic weather. If you are looking for a nice place to relax with a glass of wine and a few appetizers, then this is the place for you. The Traveling Veggies travelingveggies.com
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Paige N.
I'm really becoming quite a tapas connoisseur if I do say so myself, and after having a glass of wine at Barcelona in the fall, I was dying to come back and partake of their whole menu. And this past weekend, my wish came true. After a particularly stressful week, having a good bottle of wine and food to look forward to on Friday helped me soldier through, and I'm so pleased I managed to survive. I had the foresight to make a reservation, so when we arrived at 8:30 (and found a parking space right across the street I might add - karma, anyone?) we were seated promptly outside on the patio not far from the fire pit. This restaurant has such a cool setup in the Old Fourth Ward. It's got a large bar on one side of the restaurant (which is done entirely in dark woods with lots of wine bottles on display throughout and an open kitchen in the back). The other side of the restaurant is for dining and leads out on to one of the nicest patios I've seen - it's got a huge, free standing brick fire place, low tables and benches near the fire, more tables along the sidewalk, and another bar outside so venturing to the other side of the restaurant's unnecessary. Our waitress was very personable and knowledgeable about everything and helped us select an excellent bottle of wine before we got down to the business of tapas. This place does Spanish tapas it does them very well - I saw a good number that I've never seen on other tapas menus, and we ordered accordingly. Since I've read so much about the chorizo and figs from other Yelpers, I had to make that tapas a top priority along with the calamari, grilled hangar steak, sauteed eggplant and chicken empanadas. No vegetarians here, no sir. Let me just say, I thoroughly enjoyed every dish we had. The calamari was just lightly breaded and the remoulade and fresh lemon with it was great. The hangar steak was prepared just right, not too well done and the black truffle sauce drizzled on top was to die for, the chicken empanadas were a touch doughy but the fresh guacamole that went with them helped make up for that faux pas, and eggplant was such an unusual dish (it was sauteed and mixed with peppers and other goodies then served cold) but it was so tasty - I'd love to be able to recreate it at home, and chorizo and figs? Perfection! I never imagined such a combination of sweet and spicy combination could work so well together but it does. It came out in a little ramekin hot out of the oven with slices of chorizo scattered randomly among the figs and all were glazed with a great reduction. It was just fantastic - you must try that one tapas even if you order entrees for dinner. You won't be disappointed. Although we never made it past the tapas, I've heard very good things about Barcelona's paella, so I'll definitely be coming back (preferably during the summer to take advantage of the patio again) soon.
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Erin G.
What I drank: Random shot of the tequila variety Visit date: March 10, 2012 First time? Yes. This is a fun hang-out. It's classy, and the bar area has a DJ. Tonight's DJ wasn't very good at mixing smoothly, but it was still a good time. It's loud enough to get your groove on, but you can still hear your friends. The bartenders are a hoot -- dancin' around behind the counter and pouring drinks into people's mouths. Woo! No food on this visit; maybe next time! The menu sounds delish!
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Angela P.
poor service at the bar! The bartender took my boyfriends cash and delivered my glass of wine , made my boyfriend's drink and sat it down and forgot about it for 15 min. after we had already paid, UNACCEPTABLE for thus type of $$$ eating establishment!
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Tonja F.
Great atmosphere-high energy and very mixed crowd. Extensive tapas menu and several family style options (paella!) wait was a bit lengthy but if you have time to chill, talk w friends and enjoy a drink or two this is a fun place to do it. Valet parking very cheap and right next to restaurant.
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Anyia R.
So all in all I enjoyed my visit here. It was for a friend's birthday and we were seated by the bar which probably wasn't the best idea on a Saturday night if you're actually trying to enjoy your dinner. Turns out there's a great live DJ and the bar gets pretty packed. There's a restaurant side as well so if that's what your looking for, be sure to choose your seating accordingly. The food was pretty good and the sangrias were delicious. All in all, I'd go back.
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Lena S.
I visited this awesome place yesterday with my team. It was a little hard to find because there is no sign out front that says "Barcelona". Once I figured out I was in the right place, the ambiance and vibe captured me immediately! This place is a happening spot! And this was mid day on a Sunday! The food is good. The hanger steak and potato tortilla were Devine! The calamari was good and the paella was so flavorful! The spicy beef empanadas were a tad over cooked. The service started out great! Then our waitress went MIA and we had about 4 other people serving our table which was a bit disturbing. Also, the first waitress didn't explain that the paella takes 45 min to prepare! (Um yeah that would have been nice to know!) As we were about to cancel that order the owner came and personally served us! He saved the night. I will definitely be back!!!! Tip: parking is a nightmare so save yourself the trouble and take advantage of the complimentary valet.
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Chris Z.
I really like this place - minus a few flaws that I am hoping my next visit may make up for. I always get tapas and wine and/or sangria. The best tapas are patatas bravas, goat cheese and mushrooms, and cabbage. The flaw - people can get a bit sloppy it seems. Last time I was there, some employees were apparently cleaning up vomit in front of the bathroom - ug. I hope I can get over that..
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Jacqueline S.
Currently one of my favorite restaurants in Atlanta, I have been coming to Barcelona since they first opened and have watched them go from a neighborhood restaurant to a place that people come from all over to enjoy. Barcelona gets very crowded on weekends when the weather is nice or awful so make a reservation. I wished they would bring back the fried cabbage.
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Zoe M.
really enjoy coming here. it gets a bit crowded but the wait staff is great and very knowledgeable. Good wine list and great food in a fun atmosphere
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Andre B.
The short version: supremely authentic with excellent service. We now have a new favorite in Atlanta. And now the actual review. We went down on a Saturday evening. It's worth setting a reservation due to the sheer number of people that will be trying to get in. Parking could be interesting... except they have a valet. Use it. And for the love, tip the valet. The food was amazing. I don't say that lightly. When you're dealing with European cuisine in the US, you run the risk of getting someone's bad interpretation. This was not an interpretation. This was perfection. We started out with the standard: meat & cheese. We did Jamon Serrano accompanied by Valdeon and a 6 month Manchego. All 3 were wonderful. I will highlight the Valdeon, though. I got chills as I ate it... it was that good. We then went for 3 of the tapas selections. Each one deserves a description. Tortilla de Patata (Potato tortilla) - these can be tricky. I've tried a number where they were dry inside. This one was just right - moist & fluffy. Smoked Duck Sausage - comes with 3 sliced pieces, a soft boiled egg, and large croutons. Slice open the egg and dip the sausage in the yolk. So good. Fois Gras Terrine (w/ fig strawberry puree, pistachio bits, & a small glass of Amontillado Pedro Romero) - fois gras is really hit or miss. This was a very good example of how to do fois gras. And the puree mixed with pistachio was heaven. I don't drink, so the Amontillado went untouched. But from its fragrance, it is an excellent pairing to the fois gras and puree. For dessert we had the Poached GA Peach with a cream cheese creme anglaise and pecan brittle. Good doesn't even come close to describe this dessert. I was bordering on getting the standard (flan) for dessert, but I'm so glad we went with the peach. So, so delicious. The service was absolutely top notch. From the attentiveness of our 2 servers, to the suggestions offered, to the relaxed pace... just excellent. The wine list - As I mentioned above, I don't drink. But the wine list at Barcelona is a book, so I figured I would mention it. Something to the tune of 400 selections. In short, Barcelona went far and above my expectation of what to expect out of a Spanish Tapas restaurant in Atlanta. We will definitely be going back.
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Eneles L.
The wait was longer than expected but was introduced to a new beer from the bar which was a welcomed treat. After over an hour wait, we were seated outside near the fireplace with little tables and stools - quite a delightful atmosphere. Our waiter informed us the manager was sending some tapas over due to the long wait time. The hangar steak, potatoes bravas and the cauliflower. All were delicious. The roasted garlic was a nice complement to our other plates. Two plates took an exceptionally long time to come from the kitchen, which the manager took off our bill. Was quite impressed with how much the staff went to "make up" for any inconveniences to their customers. Not something you see much any more in restaurants. This alone will bring me back.
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Rohaneh E.
As a Native New Yorker I'm a stickler for great food and great atmosphere. I don't even know where to start. The restaurant is always packed with a beautiful posh young professional crowd. From the patio seating that makes you feel like your seated in Barcelona for dinner to the beautiful bar and attentive bartenders, My experience was above and beyond. I came here on a friday night around 8pm for dinner, and was seated on the patio. My waitress was so attentive and helpful recommending tapas such as the crisp cauliflower, and asparagus a la plancha, both of which were delicious and great recommendations. There is nothing better then when the staff and servers know the menu and can make great recommendations. We also tried the Hanger steak, grilled steak paillard, spiced beef enchiladas, grilled lamb chops, mushrooms and herbed goat cheese, and an ensalata mixta, all of which were beyond savory. their wine list is extensive I usually go with a Malbec, but if you're caught at a crossroad I would say ask you're server, I've been there multiple times and I am repeatedly impressed with the service.
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Christopher P.
great service + quality dishes + nice wine selection = me gusta!!! Came here to celebrate some job upgrades and had a fantastic time. I didn't feel like anyone was snobby or pretentious so don't mind the other reviews. Everyone was there to eat good food and have a great time. Our servers were Jacob and Johnathan. They were on point like Bron bron and Dwade.... executed. Very friendly and knowledgeable, Jacob explained the menu to us and we asked him for suggestions: Salmon crudo - salmon sashimi with an olive on top in some kind of oil... Boquerones - anchovies in some kind of oil Crispy cabbage - 1/4 cabbage, fried, had some kind of batter... kind of sweet Those were the three he recommended and the first two were my favorites... we had plenty of other dishes but these stick out.. This place is perfect for large parties, long tables, music, kind of loud type spot. Somebody mentioned that this place is similar to Iberian pig... I can see that but IP is still my favorite resto in the A. *Make reservations...
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Blaire B.
Currently one of my favorite restaurants in Atlanta. The food is phenomenal and the servers are very knowledgable and helpful with wine pairings. Which is great, because I'm not. The hands-down favorite dish of mine is the chorizo and figs. Paired with a bottle of Tempranillo (or whatever my server recommended) it is heavenly. I even asked them to "BRING ME MORE FIGS" done in my best 'kingly' voice (kidding, maybe) because the pairing with the wine was so on point. Can't even remember what else was had. The atmosphere is trendy and sexy. The wait can be atrociously long and the bar is packed. With hot people. Definitely get a reservation if you can help it.
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Ruksana H.
Been meaning to try this place out for a while and finally did. Went there on a Sunday evening - the place was packed! Like it was the beginning of the weekend not the end! Friend and I opted to sit outside as it was a nice day, besides inside was way too noisy. Good place for people watching :) Great place for food. We did the meal for 2 so we could choose 6 appetizers, and that was quite filling for the two of us. Mushrooms a la plancha were lovely, and the bacalao was pretty good too. Desserts were flan and the hazelnut dessert on the menu - yum. good service despite the crowd I must say. Sundays are half off wine bottle days so go there with a plan to drink or take the party home. Cheers!
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Zewditu D.
I see there are alot of good reviews for this restaurant. Unfortunately, I can not add to them. I am a fan of tapas (Eclipse di Luna is one of my favorite restaurants). So I was excited to try out a new tapas option in my friend's neighborhood. We came during the week, so it wasn't that busy nor was parking a big issue. However, I have seen how terrible the parking can be on the weekend. Valet parking is available, but basically your car will end up on either side of a small street. Creates a big hassle. Also, I prefer to self-park (not a reliable option here on the weekend). The atmosphere is pretty nice..a bit on the dark side for me. I took a bit of time for our servers (yes, we had two) to get to us, but throughout the night they did a wonderful job. They were very attentive. On to the food. You can order tapas or plates here. I opted for the tapas. I ordered 1) papas bravas 2) hanger steak and 3) asparagus. The potatoes were pretty good- you don't get as many as you would get at Eclipse di Luna though. The hanger steak was good, but was a small portion, and I very much disliked their black truffle sauce. The asparagus was "hairy." You know...when they grill and the tips get fuzzy. Apparently, people like it that way...my friend tells me so, at least. I am not one of those people. I cut off all the tops and gave them to her. We also tried out some dessert- the crepes. I would definitely pass on that. The dulce de leche filling was just too much. Too sweet and too much of it. I feel that the food was a bit on the pricey side for what I got. I will keep to my regular tapas spot. Thanks.
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Tom C.
Yo!!! This place is mad sexay!!!! I'm not just talking about the people but the decor of this place. It seems like a bar scene out of a trendy romantic comedy like "Hitch". This is a great place to take a date or to impress one. The Wine selection is heavy on European wines so if you are looking for a good California pinot, you won't find it here....look elsewhere. I had no idea this was a chain but the atmosphere and the environment does not make it seem like one. I definitely want to come here again. To bring a date or to make one...errr....uhh ;-)
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Jeremy H.
I've only been here for drinks, but it was loud and crowded, it was difficult to get near the bar, and the service was slow. There's very little area to stand around the bar, so you're constantly getting jostled, and all of the tables around the bar are reserved for dining customers so you can't sit down to get out of the way. The bartenders weren't very friendly, even losing my friend's credit card and accusing him of still having it. Of course the bartender found it 10 minutes later. On the positive side, Barcelona has a cool, trendy atmosphere and a nice patio outside with a fireplace. The fireplace looked very attractive and I wanted to try it out, but after the credit card experience we were ready to go. I haven't dined here yet, but my friends have said that it's more expensive than other tapas places in town for basically the same food - so I'm not exactly aching to come back. Maybe I'd try it again with a ScoutMob.
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William M.
Nice place to have a drink outside or at one of the tables right inside with the doors open. Good wines, uninspiring bread, mediocre charcuterie, cheese and steak appetizer. In summary, would return for a drink but not to eat.
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Diesel P.
We had a wine dinner with 12 friends here last night. They did a great job of putting us out on the patio. Our waiter, JT was informative and attempted to stay on top of everything. He recommended some stellar wines. The Sunday half off all bottles is worth the trip alone. We went for the $38 per person unlimited tapas. This gave us a chance to try everything. All the items I tried were good but none blew me away. I liked the hanger steak, kale salad, and the potatoes. The chorizo was chewy and forgettable. I fall right in line with everyone else, this place is hoppin 24/7. Make sure to make a reservation or you may be waiting a while. All in all, very impressed with the service for such a large group.
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Amanda H.
I love this place. I brought out of town guests here Friday night and although it was super crowded, we ordered drinks quickly and eventually found a place at the bar. The bar staff were super friendly, provided great service. Wine and food were amazing, great flavor and the ambiance/energy is trendy and fun. The only name I can remember is Michael, but again the entire bar staff was superb. The only frustration was the hostess. We initially gave her our name to get a table and went to the bar. After about 45 minutes, we went to check on the progress of our name on the list and she was quite snippy. She informed my friend that she would come find us once a table was ready and when my friend asked if she knew where to find us she told her, "uh, I'm really good at my job, trust me, I'll find you". We weren't doubting her ability to do her job, rather assuring she knew where we were sitting in a very crowded room. Practicality was our aim, not assessing her job skills. A simple yes would have sufficed. We had been able to grab three seats at the bar after about an hour. Our friend, the hostess, did come "find" us threw what can best be described as a little fit when she saw us sitting at the bar. Her fit was complete with throwing her arms in the air and stomping her feet. She made a few remarks to the bartenders, gesturing towards us, rolled her eyes, and walked away. Thank you for that. Unwarranted and unnecessary. With the exception of the hostess's childish behavior, the overall experience was enjoyable, with exceptional service by the bar staff. I have also been here on other occasions with friends and family and have had nothing but professional, courteous service. The food never disappoints. Hopefully the hostess was just having an off night and this isn't her typical way of treating guests.
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Sebrina B.
Yes! I finally went on a date again and have something to review. Geez. Its really been awhile. Unfortunately, my date had ADD so we were only here for one drink. Here is the short and short of it. Our visit was Friday night around 10pm and this place was packed. Fortunately, the bartenders are pretty observant so we were able to get a drink around the crowded bar. A hurried server took the time to lead me to the ladies room where there was a wait. However, I found pleasant conversation in line and a clean bathroom after my wait! Sooo, is it proper to rate a place based solely on the service and the bathroom... hey its my opinion and I will Yelp if I want to!
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Heather P.
Love this place!! The staff is very helpful and friendly as well. :)
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Tom C.
I went to Barcelona last night and had a good time. We had a small group - 4 people - and arrived early. We weren't quite yet hungry, so we sat at the bar and had a drink. The atmosphere was great. The interior of this place is cool and comfortable. The bartenders, of which there were several, were informative, willing to chat, and interesting. But, they were not "chatty" and interfering. The drinks they made us were all great - the house special cocktails were extensive and creative. I have a SoNo Southerner (or something like that), which was bourbon with lemon and honey. Great. When we were ready to eat, I wandered over to the hostess and told her we were here and ready to eat. They sat us outside (after asking us where we wanted to be), and the service was prompt and thorough. I see other reviews complaining about service, but I thought it was very good. There were four of us, but one person with food allergies. So, we ordered 10 tapas for the three of us, and the person with food allergies ordered an entree. The wait staff came out and told the allergic guy what he could and could not eat from each of the tapas we ordered, as they came out. The food was good - not great, but good. The tortilla was probably the best thing I had, though the tuna tartare was outstanding, too. I don't eat meat but will eat around it, and I thought the figs that came with the chorizo and figs were very good. The ceviche was not good. Radishes were some of the best I've ever had. For dessert, I had flan, which was fine, though it wasn't something I'd go back for. We also ordered wine, and their wine list, I thought, was more than adequate. For 4 people, with drinks and wine, the total was $300, including tax, tip, everything. Not bad, for what we got, I think, though for the price you could probably go somewhere with much better quality food.
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Micah W.
Awesome! Dinner here always turns out to be fabulous- thanks mostly in part to Barcelona's amazing food and excellent service. The waiters were wonderful and very knowledgeable about the food items. We usually order several rounds of small plates to share at the table. The majority of the menu is set up to accommodate this type of dining, so it's great to go with a larger group because you can taste more items. I have been here multiple times, and on two separate occasions I have been given food on the house! Seriously! The first time I went with a large group of ladies we got several small plates on the house to enjoy, and then the chef came out to greet us and brought us dessert on the house! We felt so spoiled and I even started to question my girlfriends as to which one of them was sleeping with the staff, lol. But then my third time back it happened again! A friend and I were enjoying a meal when a plate was brought to our table by mistake. I jokingly told the waiter that we did not order the dish but would be happy to accept it as it looked very delicious, and his response- "OK, here you go, on the house, enjoy!" No kidding folks. TIP: Make a reservation on the weekends! You may still need to wait but it won't be the hour or more you would wait without it.
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Saurabh B.
I didn't know a place like this could exist in Inman park until I saw it with my very own eye. Douchebag central. Avoid at all costs.
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Jerald G.
Crispy cabbage, hanger steak, goat cheese & mushrooms were my favorites Also, red sangria. Service was great. Th alysa
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Nathan R.
Good food, staff could be friendlier.
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Jennifer M.
I went with four friends for a very long overdue engagement dinner. We started with a pitcher of sangria which was very good. We ordered the grand sampler (10 plates for $70). We got to choose from their entire tapas menu which I really liked. The food came out pretty evenly spaced. Some of the winners were the potatoes bravas and the hanger steak. I really liked the goat cheese and mushroom dish as well. Our service was overall really good. They messed up one of the plates towards the end and left us with the mistake plate and brought out our correct dish. The only downside is the place is super noisy and very packed-even on a Wednesday. I will definitely be back to try some of the the other dishes.
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Bowen R.
I went to Barcelona on Tuesday night with two friends and we sat in the bar and had an amazing time. The restaurant was lively, but not overly crowded. The food was, as always, incredible. We had the chef's tasting menu (6 tapas for $48) and all the choices were great. The best part of the evening? Our servers. Joey & Casey were assigned to our table and they were AWESOME. They had great food & wine recommendations, they were funny, and they made our dinner so much fun. I will absolutely ask for them every time when I go back! I live in the neighborhood and this will definitely become a staple for me.
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Monica S.
I cannot say enough about this restaurant/bar and how my quality of life has dramatically increased with this new addition to Inman Park. I love that 1) they have an awesome wine selection 2) not one server or bartender is super pretentious 3) the food is always quality. Only downfall - the service is a hit or miss, especially towards the end of the night. I love their 1/2 bottle Sundays and love, love Stan and Doug. This place is great for a birthday gathering, meeting a friend for drinks at the bar, or flying solo. This place attracts every demographic possible - which makes people watching so much fun. I know some people complain about the wait, but I think it's simply due to the popularity of the restaurant that keep their hostess on their toes as they try to squeeze in as many people as possible. No one ever wants to leave their table because Barcelona's atmosphere is cozy, inviting and full of energy. That said, don't go here if you're in a rush...but keeping in theme, don't ever go to a super popular restaurant during the weekend if you're in a rush.
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Luckie D.
BOO-YA....I love this place. The vibe, the energy, the class, the food, the drinks, the service. I've been three times and will return.
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Hannah Beth R.
Excellent servers- very friendly and knowledgable. One did accidentally pour some red wine into a glass of white, but them comped a dessert. In her defense, it was really dark! The paella is to die for. Will definitely return. Make sure to call several days in advance if you want a weekend dinner reservation!
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Danielle E.
This place gets 5 stars for the atmosphere and the customer service. The staff was very nice and accommodating. The churros suck but that's my only complaint.
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LaToya M.
Eclectic is the word i would use to describe the atmosphere and the menu. Exceptional wine selection. Unique cocktail selection, the Bourbon Spice Rack and Bramble Snap were yummy (i didn't get the buzz i desired though). I was with a large group and the service was great. We had a variety of tapas: marinated shrimp, calamari, asparagus meatballs, lamb, and all were delicious. Great for groups.
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Eduardo J.
Excellent place! the tapas is really good and the large wine list is huge they have a lot options.
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Sherry W.
I remember watching the construction of Barcelona when I would go workout nearby. Now that it is built and fully functioning, available parking around the area has significantly decreased; and thus, sparked my interest in the popular restaurant. Barcelona is a Spanish tapas restaurant in Inman Park. There's valet parking on the side and there's a nice outdoor seating area that follows along Highland Ave. The interior has a sultry dark mahogany theme, and walls lined with old black and white photos of pop culture icons. Although I didn't order any alcohol, I noticed the extensive wine list displayed behind the central bar. I was there on a Sunday afternoon and there was a beautiful amount of natural sunlight and air that made the meal enjoyable. I ordered the vegetables a la plancha -2 poached eggs delicately served above a bed of grilled vegetables, with a side of skillet potatoes. I thought the food was good, but I wasn't exactly wowed. I will have to try something else next time I come back. Really great attentive service. Slightly higher than average pricing.
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Dexter M.
Yum! I went here for brunch with a friend and had some great shrimp and grits. She had french toast. Both were excellent.
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Jason J.
So first let me say I couldn't wait to go here. My partner and I live around the corner and walked down last night for our first trip. The atmosphere is great, and the food was good, but the service sucked. The hostess seemed unsure. The servers were auctioning off food from table to table, with no idea where it belonged. The managers were dressed like they were going to the grocery store, not going to work. We had finished our appetizers before they bothered taking our entree order. We apparently had about 5 servers. The guy that got our drink order never showed back up. it all seemed very confused. For the food, our appetizer, Empanadas, were just blah. Our entrees were awesome. Having worked in restaurants doing every job from serving, to bartending, to managing I'm usually really forgiving, especially for new restaurants. However they've been open long enough to have worked out these service issues. We decided we'll try again once more, but if they don't improve that'll be it.
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John C.
We've been here twice in the last two weeks and we enjoyed the second visit just as much as the first. Essentially, all we have tried is the tapas, but there hasn't been a clunker among the twenty we've ordered. The tapas choices tonight had a number that weren't on the menu last week. The watermelon salad, although slightly different each time, was refreshing and delicious. We think the calamari is without question the best in Atlanta........lightly breaded and very flavorful. We ordered the Lobster risotto. The portion size wasn't much bigger than the tapas and for us not worth the extra cost. The staff is what actually earned them the fifth star. Each table is served by a team and both nights they were terrific. They are outgoing, knowledgeable, and super-efficient. Bravo!! Save a little room for dessert. The selection isn't extensive, but they are delightful and perfect for sharing. Outdoor seating by the fireplace should be great when the weather cools off.
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Roger W.
Awesome wine book, excellent tapas
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Dorothy S.
I love everything about this place! The first time I went to Barcelona was on an Inman Park food tour, and it was by far my favorite spot! They sat us down in our own alcove and gave us a wide variety of food to sample including, meats, cheeses, olives and warm bread, and a glass of sparkling wine. One of the managers gave us a rundown of the Barcelona concept, of its background, and of the food we were getting. He seemed incredibly passionate and excited about what he was serving. The next time I went was for a late brunch. It wasn't very bus and my date and I were given a complimentary order of the Spinach-Chickpea Casserole and asked for feedback. It's refreshing to see a restaurant that cares so much about their customers and the food they're serving! I think their brunch is a great alternative to the other places in the Inman Park area that often have incredibly long waits. I've had the Gulf Shrimp and Grits and the Goat Cheese and Chorizo Crepes, but my favorite is the Barcelona Burger! It may be counter-intuitive to order a burger at a tapas place, but this is one of the best burgers I've found in Atlanta! As far as dinner time, I've always had a great experience as well. Whether with a group of girlfriends or when my dad was visiting. They have a great wine selection (like they advertise) and other fun drinks! Here are a couple of my favorite tapas: patatas bravas, herbed goat cheese & mushrooms, crispy calamari, homemade empanadas, ham & cheese croquetas, and grilled hanger steak (prob my favorite!). Finally, I think they do a great job of managing an amazing atmosphere. The restaurant is broken up into three different sections. When you walk in, to the left is the "bar" area. You can also get dinner over here, and it's a little more casual. To the right, is the more traditional sit down dinner part, with table clothes, etc. Then there's the outside with a beautiful fire pit. They also do pick up orders! What else could you need?!
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Andrew C.
Meh. Loud. Food was fair. Service was mediocre. Honestly don't see why it gets so much hype, other than location.
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Hillary L.
Sunday brunch at Barcelona is perfection. The ambiance and setting are ideal for a long three hour get together with friends. The food is outstanding! The staff is all very friendly (although some of them were poorly trained... reaching over my plate to pour water and not remembering who ordered what). There are not bottomless mamosas but the deal is even better: half of wine on Sunday... buy a bottle of prosseco and spend let than you would have on a bottomless drink!
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Kimmie P.
I read a few reviews regarding Barcelona and was surprised to learn that a few were disappointed with the service. I went to Barcelona for my birthday at the beginning of July with my fiance. Our waitress was attentive, friendly and knowledgeable regarding the menu. The food and sangria were FANTASTIC. However, Barcelona proved itself to be fantastic at customer service as the night progressed. I had asked a few friends to stop by. It was the night before July 4th, so the place was booming. When it became clear that we were not going to have enough space to casually stand and chat the manager really helped me out. The back patio was closed due to rain, but he set up several tables and arranged wait-staff for us under the awning out back. We are talking about 20 people. They also gave us Sangria for free. All in all, fantastic food, drink, and service. HIGHLY recommend!!
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Eric J.
So....I was in town for a dismal Giants/Falcons game last weekend (obviously, I was pulling for the Giants) and stayed with a friend that is a regular at Barcelona b/c she literally lives right across the street from it. I didn't realize how much of a regular she was until we walked in and she knew literally every employee that was working that night. We got a seat at the bar and I was told it was 1/2 price bottled wine night (it was Sunday).....after the day I had at the Georgia Dome, can you say hells yeah? I had the pleasure of being taken care of by two cool ass bartenders, Grady and Michael C. They were very knowledgeable and personable, which I can really dig. I forgot the bottle(s) of wine we had, I do know they were red and I was told by my friend to "trust" her, and I'm glad I did....they were very good. On to the food, I wish I would've saw the platos principales portion of the menu, but I missed it. I ended up getting a Spiced Beef and Chicken Empanadas, which were really good (the beef one was slightly better though, but not by much). I also had some of the Spinach Chickpea Casserole and for dessert, I had the Warm Chocolate Hazelnut Indulgence & Coconut Ice Cream...also very good dishes. Like I said earlier, I wish I would've saw the bigger plates b/c i'm a 225lb man and it would've taken me about 10 empanadas to get full, which could also kill the pockets at the same time. They're not the most expensive tapas I've ever had, but they're not cheap either. They specialize in tapas and I just eat too damn much, so if you fall into the same boat as me as far as having a big appetite, don't go starving or you'll drop a ton on several tapas As far as the other patrons that were there, everyone seemed to be put together pretty well and a very diverse crowd....that's pretty big to me, being from NYC. People definitely get decked out to go there, which I like. The ladies were definitely in the building too fellas, haha. I hear that it gets pretty packed on the weekends, but there's nothing wrong with that....guess that means they're doing something right that people keep coming.....right? I don't ever hear people say they want to go out somewhere where it's dead. People wanna go where other people are...FACT! Don't know if their management reads these reviews, but I will tell you this....I saw there are other locations in Connecticut, but if you guys are ever thinking about expanding, you will do well here in Charlotte. There is a market here for an establishment like Barcelona. Tons of young professionals and it is rapidly growing. Keep doing what you do guys b/c it's working. It's truly an amazing place. I'll definitely be back when i'm in town and will have to bring some of my other friends down with me. Until next time......
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Giulio B.
Amazing spot, great ambiance, very nice wine list, good food!
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Maxwell B.
One of my favs in the ATL. You wont be disappointed!!
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Kay H.
I tend to do a lot of celebrating being an event planner & having social friends so it was refreshing to go somewhere new and be cozy mingling amongst new & old friends to celebrate a birthday of a good friend of mine ...so my impressions Food: Narrow selection and wouldn't come here for dinner, but a bite or two to go with my wine,absolutely! I had mushrooms sauteed with goat cheese- it was tasty Service: Not sure how new this place is so I never think everything is going to stay consistent, but we had a great server & the guy had another server help out @ times I feel as though they may not have handled it as well, if we all ordered larger portions Setting: As people have mentioned its nice! No I didn't quite feel like Barcelona, but it was a nice change of pace from typical Atlanta setting, so way to go! so heres the thing I would love to want to give this a 5, but truly its a 3.5 But! based on the bar and ambiance it gets the 4, I can not suggest going here for the food, because it was too limited , but drinks with a significant other or a group, its a grand ol' time! :)
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Katherine S.
Went during Inman Park Restaurant Week with a big group, and we had a blast. Ordered several pitchers of Sangria and buried our table in tapas. We had a really fun time passing everything around. While it wasn't the best food I've ever had in my life, there were definitely some tasty dishes. The best part about this restaurant is the atmosphere. The restaurant is well-designed, with awesome outdoor space. Everyone is having a good time, and the service keeps things running smoothly, even when the place is packed. Definitely call ahead for a reservation.
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Trip B.
The food here is great, truly delicious. The ever crazy crowd coming from Buckhead makes me want to throw up a bit. Go for the Tapas but expect to go for a nice night out. Two people will hardly get out for less than $120. Other than that, you also go here to be seen which isn't exactly my vibe but that is not the Manager's fault. It also doesn't help that if you live in the building, you have probably killed about 6 valets in the last few months. It's good but the crowds and the prices have me avoiding regularity here.
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Hambri Enta M.
MY FIRST VISIT....Service gets a A(+)' Doug, the bartender, and all other staff, very friendly and at least, to ME...provided somewhat of a personal service a la " I have known you almost forever" type of feeling. Manager was equally attentive, and was working hard delivering meals and doing his manager thing. We arrived @6:15 and space was available throughout the bar, by 7:15 there was no empty seats in the place. They have a "wine boot" which is something you want the male bartender to pour into your mouth if you are either into men or a female. Is not as awesome seeing a dude pour wine into another dude's mouth...as for me, Doug initially nailed me in the eye, but that just made for a good time, and proved that this $11 dollar waterproof mascara is no bullshit. Food was great. the best was the free stuff we were hooked up with (the charred peppers and the meatballs). As I am of Latin descent, I approve all these items as part of a healthy tapas lifestyle, the cheese balls did not really WOW me...the skirt steak with truffle sauce...YES more sauce pls! You need to try this place, but most def....get a reservation if you wish to sit at a table. Bar is a beautiful U shaped marble slab...perfect and sturdy to handle a BAR TOP dance...
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Brian K.
This past Saturday I finally had the opportunity to try Inman Park's most recent culinary addition, Barcelona. Overall, I think it's fairly safe to say that this place is going to be a formidable competitor in the Atlanta restaurant scene for some time to come. Food: Barcelona is a wine bar and restaurant specializing in traditional and well-executed Spanish tapas, or small plates. The restaurant has multiple locations throughout Connecticut, but the food quality is certainly not commensurate with what you'd expect from a chain. The menu is comprised of a series of tapas plates, larger entrees, and a selection of charcuteria and cheeses. They also offer alternative options that can be shared across the table, including Argentine mixed grill for parties of two and paella for parties between two and six. During my first visit, my dining partner and I opted for an assortment of tapas, including herbed goat cheese and mushrooms , spinach-chickpea casserole with cumin and garlic confit, homemade chicken empanadas, ham and cheese croquetas, and braised rabbit. Each dish was impeccably prepared and featured exceptional flavor. For dessert, we opted for the warm churros (Spanish doughnuts), which were exquisite. Service: The service is so attentive here that you may have to ask for some privacy. The restaurant was at capacity by 7:00 PM, but the waiter and bussers continued to provided pleasant, helpful, and efficient service throughout the meal. Atmosphere: I wouldn't be surprised if the individuals who transformed the interior of this space could also walk on water; the restaurant is tastefully decorated and shows no resemblance to the establishment that occupied this space previously. They also have a fairly large outdoor patio that wraps around the front and side of the building, complete with highly effective overhead heaters. Dress is casual and the clientele is mixed, but mostly adults and professionals. Cost: Expensive by most standards, but well worth the price considering the stellar quality of the food. Tapas costs around $5 to $11, while cheese and meats are $6.50 each or three for $17.50. Larger entree-sized plates are between $13 and $27. From Sunday through Thursday, a sampler of six, eight, or ten different tapas can be purchased for $48, $60, and $70, respectively. Other: It's currently quit difficult to obtain an evening reservation at Barcelona and walk-ins can expect to wait well over an hour on weekends. They do accept reservations via their online system, but the time increments are incredibly bizarre; for example, our reservation time was 5:52 PM.
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Kristy Piglet P.
I am a huge fan of restaurants that have the total package...great food, drinks, atmosphere & service. Barcelona has all four! It has a young professionals vibe and is always busy especially on the weekends. After hearing great things, I went with 2 of my girlfriends for the first time on a Saturday. It was very busy and we had to wait about 45mins to be sat, but we didn't mind because it gave us time to get a drink at the bar and socialize before sitting down for dinner. We also didn't make a reservation before showing up. The food & service was excellent. I enjoy Tapas small plates restaurants, especially when I have plans to go out on the town after. This was enough food and it was very delicious! I would definitely recommend experiencing Barcelona if you haven't already!
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Crystal B.
Amazing Service + Wonderful and Knowledgeable staff + great food = A Fantastic Evening! I visited Barcelona while traveling in Atlanta on business. I took not only my team but my clients here for dinner. We had a great evening sitting on the patio enjoying an amazing selection of Tapas, Cheeses and wines. The food was truly delectable and the ambiance of the patio and space was a great place to enjoy a fun evening out after a day or work, work, work! 5 Stars for Barcelona!!!
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Krista M.
I came here for my birthday this weekend and loved it! It wasn't the first time I had been, but it was the first time in a few months. It was just as packed as I remember. Definitely the place to see and be seen on a Friday or Saturday night. With the exception of one of my table mates not getting her food for about 10 minutes after everyone else, the service was good. It is a little on the pricey side. But it is a great place to spend a Sunday afternoon. They offer half priced bottles of wine. Pair it with a few tapas and it's incredibly affordable and delicious! Menu highlights: Mushrooms and Goat Cheese, Hangar Steak, Figs with Chorizo, and the Chickpea Puree.
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Nicci R.
We ordered Pulpo Gallego, Calamari, Steak Paillard,Grilled Hanger Steak , Chorizo with Sweet & Sour Figs, Lobster Risotto. All was good, but the Lobster Risotto an Steak Paillard were my favorites. We finished the meal with Crepas Salguero that was large and rich enough to share. Beautiful place.
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Laura F.
What a fantastic place to dine! Clearly well-known for their robust wine selection, to add to it, its a fantastic location, cozy patio dining, and knowledgable wait staff. Oh! Did I mention the delectable menu selection? It is quickly becoming one of my favorite places for a nice night out! Thankful it's Tapas so you can literally try to burn through the menu! Now...lets eat!
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Alan R.
Trendy, but not worthy. Sorry guys, I lived in Barcelona for a year and you are off the mark.Nice use of the name and decor, but the that is where it stops. A truly cheesecake factory spanish chainlike disneyland experience.I have a better wine selection in my refrig at home right now.And the weakest sangria ever. But yet again, the herd mentality of Atlanta rules. Good to people watch but I like to watch people while eating good food and drinking great wine
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Bryan S.
Impressive. The bar is excellent, very nice selection of Spanish wine and tapas. Our servers were very attentive and the food very good - wide selection of meats, cheeses, and seafoods. Pretty nice range of cocktails and decent sangria. Definitely a busy vibe, you'll need to make reservations before you go. Looking forward to summer when I can sit outside. Very good for groups. The group I was with, including our Spaniard, really enjoyed the meal and would definitely come back.
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Todd G.
Went here for dinner the other night. I must say it was quite impressive all around from the decor/atmosphere (outdoor fireplace with a roaring fire, attention to details, candle light, mix of modern with hipster) to the food. I didn't try the tapas this time, but I had the Churrasco (grilled skirt steak with garlic spinach, sweet potato fries, and Chimichurri sauce). It was cooked to perfection (medium rare). I couldn't have asked for anything more. They had a great selection of unique and old fashion cocktails and a nice selection of bottled and draught beers. Overall, I had a great experience and will certainly return and bring more friends!
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Britta H.
What a fantastic place! It seems that's just what the Highlands needed. Very cool interior decoration with reclaimed wood and materials from industrial buildings. The food is exceptional (make sure you try the Churros after dinner - best in town!). The bar is a cool hangout for adults, DJ on the weekend, clubby, great music and you don't feel old because everyone is over 30 :-) If you come in for dinner and nice conversation make sure you get a table in the dining area and not a booth in the bar area - you might find the bar too noisy.
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Scott M.
Woke up Sunday with a hangover worse than I have felt in some time. I was concerned with how I was going to find lunch, as I could barely walk, let alone drive. Then my mom called and asked me out to lunch around 3pm. Since I awoke at 1:30pm, this was acceptable. She picked me up and we headed over to Barcelona. We arrived shortly after 3pm. My mom opted against valet and parked her car in the N. Highland Steel parking garage. We entered Barcelona. I told the hostess I required inside, air-conditioned seating and as we walked to the table my Mom forlornly eyed the packed outside seating, contrasting it negatively with the sparsely occupied inside seating. My headache took no prisoners, so we sat down and reviewed the menus. Our waitress, Chelsea, came over and asked if we were interested in the 1/2 off wine bottles? My Mom, her eyes as full of hope as a child at Christmas, asked if ALL bottles were 1/2 off. Chelsea said yes, and like the Grinch I informed my Mom she could order whatever she wanted, but I was getting a water and a Coke. She had an hour to drive, so she settled on a regularly priced Yuengling. I ordered a Bacon Basket, and the Goat Cheese and Chorizo Crepes. My Mom, who is the only person I've ever known who has a salmon fetish (if a Shell gas station offered a salmon entree free with a fill-up, she would eat it), ordered the Scottish Smoked Salmon. While we waited, I avoided personal conversation by perusing the inside of the restaurant. I don't know if 3pm is a slow time or if Barcelona is one of those rare places where people enjoy their jobs, but I was amazed by the number of dancing waiters I saw. I hadn't seen this much ballroom dancing since I took ballroom dancing classes with an ex-girlfriend. This wasn't a show for the patrons (the ones at the bar seemed to not notice the dancing), it was just being happy and caught up in the beat of the music. Weird and great. While we waited for our food, I was pleasantly surprised that my water glass was never empty. It was refilled about 5 times by Chelsea, other waiters, and two managers (I suppose? they didn't wear the waiter uniform). Our food took longer than normal to come out (20-30 minutes), but one of the managers came to our table to explain and apologize for the wait. I firmly believe more managers should do this, as it immediately defused my Mom (I hadn't noticed, as I was entranced by the dancing waiters / extremely hungover / working hard at avoiding my Mom). When the food arrived, I dug into the Bacon and Crepes. What rich heaven. The 10 pieces of bacon justified the $5.50 price, as they were varied but all good - seemed like two varieties of bacon with some pieces medium cooked, some almost burned but not quite. This bacon was rather salty, which satisfied my need (3 more cups of water, please!) but needs to be noted. As for the Crepes.... I normally don't order Crepes, but these made me wish I did. Basically a LOT of goat cheese wrapped in pastry with the sweet additionn of plentiful figs. I don't know how the chorizo came into play, but whatever the concoction, it worked. I ate an entire crepe before I thought I would pass out, and decided to save the other crepe and some bacon for later. Mom enjoyed her salmon and offered me some about 14 times, but I didn't want to disturb the taste of the Crepes with salmon, so resisted. She enjoyed it so much she left nothing behind. Chelsea returned with the bill, and Mom asked about the recipe for the Crepes so she could make some. I suppose Chelsea ignored the creaking sound my eyes made as they rolled in my head, for she returned a few moments later with the Barcelona cookbook with the recipe for the Crepes in it. I hope my Mom left Chelsea a great tip, as she deserved it, as she gave me a wonderful idea for a Christmas present. So, an amazing time. Because of the alignment of Mars and Venus and Jupiter? Because it was 3:30pm on a Sunday? Because of the dancing waiters? Because Chelsea was a professional on her "A" Game (my Mom didn't notice but I did that she looked stressed when she wasn't at our table, but smiled and interacted cheerfully with us)? Don't know, don't care. I've learned in life to just say Thank You when things work well. Thank you, Barcelona.
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Sarah M.
This may be the first restaurant I have visited in years that wasn't craptastic during it's first month of service. I meet my running partner every day in front of the space that has been transforming into BWB --- so for months and months and months I've watched it transform. I have really marveled at the amount of work and money they put into the space. All of the old awkward wasted space of Zaya is gone. I love how the outside is reminiscent of Krog bar with low tables and the addition of a huge oven to warm yourself around. I love how the inside is ambient and loud and warm and bustling. The menu is huge- honestly, it will take me a while to comment on even half of it, but we were just snacking so we shared the califlower and fennel gratin with manchego, the super tender fried calamari and the chicken empanadas that were bursting with flavor with spice and cooled with an avocado puree. Half priced wine bottles on Sunday make me a happy girl. A beautiful bottle of rioja was delivered by the manager. Great service, outstanding energy, a welcome addition to the 'hood - can't wait to go back!
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Heather H.
I love the decor and feel of this neighborhood eatery. I had an awesome dinner experience doing tapas in 5 courses with an incredible wine selection from our very knowledgeable server. However, when I returned for Brunch, I wasn't sure if it was the same place I had been to. The roasted veggie platter with poached egg was flavorless and unseasoned, the poached egg was overcooked, and the servers were on auto pilot from lack of sleep hence the 3 stars. If you want me to return, I need consistency,
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Darren S.
Cool place. Really great atmosphere. Small plates for sharing. I would definitely come back when in Atlanta again.
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Jessica O.
While this place is pricey and does get busy later at night, the food and drinks are all very good. Service was also pretty good. The patio area with the heaters and fireplace is quite nice.
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Brittany G.
Oh, you Atlanta residents are so lucky to live where you do. Located smash-center in the south (but not TOO south), I had the pleasure of visiting your city this past weekend. What a ride. My BBF and I spent a glorious evening chowing down on tapas, lobster risotto and wine. The ham and cheese croquettes gave me a semi-orgasm, of which our waitress nodded approvingly after saying "I told you so!". The risotto was perfectly cooked and the lobster was buttery and tender. We also indulged in the beef empanadas which were so flavorful, and the spinach and chickpea casserole, which is now my new favorite comfort food. Trust me on the last one, it is GOOD. Our waiter/waitress were super friendly and really wanted to make sure we had an excellent dining experience. After we ended the evening, our bill came and the total didnt make me want to crawl under the table. For the two of us, we had approximately 6 tapas, a salad, the lobster risotto, a dessert, and a latte and an espresso, respectively. Our tab came to just over $70! Mind you, we paid for our drinks at the bar, but STILL! I considered it a 10 course meal. I got quite a few compliments from the wait staff on my half-sleeve and my edgy attire, which made me feel right at home as well. I will definitely visit this restaurant again upon a return trip. Rad place!
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Gaylan S.
Definitely the best meal i have had in Atlanta. Second would be the Iberian Pig (which was first until last night). What an amazing experience. I felt like I was in NYC for dinner, which has been one of the things I have missed in the Atlanta restaurant scene. Servers that *really* know how it's done and do it so very well. Every dish we had (we had 8ish) was amazing. I had the Flan Catalan and it was the most amazing thing I have ever tasted. I had it as the first course to make sure i had room to try what is generally my favorite dessert on any menu. So glad I did. Our server and her posse of trainees were amazing. Emily was knowledgeable and funny. It is so nice to see a staff that you can tell really wants to be at work. The best dishes we had were the crushed chickpeas with toast points, the flan catalan (to die for), the brussel sprouts and the beet salad. everything else was amazing as well, but those are the dishes i can remember - so that must say something! The prices were reasonable too. I left there thinking that I had an amazing dining experience and it didn't ruin my eating-out-budget for the month!
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Tom N.
I liked the place. The atmosphere was nice, and the bartender was sociable. It was a good spot to let some steam off.
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Daniel F.
Loved this place. I went with two friends on a Saturday night. We had a reservation for 8:15, but we were told to arrive early because of the long wait. We did not get seated until about 8:45, but they gladly gave us 3 free tapas! The calamari, fig/chorizo, and steak was amazing! We ordered 9 different meats and cheeses and I was impressed by all of them, especially the fuet. The waiters were very friendly and we were even given a desert for free since we had to wait 20 minutes for the desert to come. The wait wasn't very pleasant but they sure did make up for it! Oh and the white sangrias are awesome. The place has a nice vibe and stays packed. I will be back many more times!
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Sara R.
Fun & yummy dining experience. Had a Friday night reservation for 8 at 8pm. Arrived and seated on time. Off to a good start and continued throughout. I had wine flight; can't remember name but the 3rd on the list. I only drink red but the flights are 1 white & 2 reds only so went for it. The white was delicous and enjoyed both reds. The others in my party opted for sangria - red & pink. We all ordered tapas and all were pleased. I had the meatballs! About 5/6 mini meatballs in tomato sauce - loved them. The brussel sprouts were spectacular, grilled. Beat salad was good but nothing out of the ordinary. Grilled mushrooms were tasty but a little too much oil. Others had mushrooms w/goat cheese and raved about it. Some had the tuna tartare and didn't think that was so great. I didn't taste so can't commit. All was great until the bill came. A little taken aback and yes it our fault for not looking. The red sangria is @ $23 per pitcher. The pink sangriaif $52 per carafe!! Wow, what a shock. Service was very good also. Originally sounded like we'd have two servers for our party (8) but I think the one female handled it all. Great job. Love the atmosphere. Bar is loud but at our table, we were actually able to talk w/o screaming. Great energy. Heaters and fireplace outside look inviting too.
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Michael C.
I'll start out with the food was great, the prices were fair, the environment was fun, and the service started out great. Our waiter started out very attentive and knowledgeable. However, as the night progressed, we rarely saw that waiter again but found we had 2 other waiters/waitresses as well. As a result, we received meals twice as well as not receiving drinks we ordered until we checked up on it many times. The place wasn't really that busy either so not sure why the level of service went downhill. Overall the place was fine but the service could use some improvement.
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Sarah O.
Went for brunch on sunday so can only speak to that menu. The staff were very attentive though it was obvious a few were in training. The salads were very small. Best dish hands down was the short rib hash with two fried eggs. The plate was huge and well seasoned! Also, they don't do bottomless drinks but they do provide half off on bottles if you want to order some wine/sparkling wine and they'll provide juice free of charge.
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Elaine W.
Just when I didn't think I could love this spot any more, my experience last night made me a fan for life. I'd scheduled birthday drinks/dinner with a group of friends; as it turned out, one member of the party needed special accommodations. Katie and Brandon moved quickly to assist her, without any push back on what was an extremely busy Saturday night. My friends, half of whom had never been to Barcelona before, truly enjoyed themselves and praised the staff and the environment. Thank you again for your help, can't wait to return!
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Sophie H.
Went for a leisurely weekend lunch and enjoyed ourselves. Nice Spanish wine list with a good range of price points. Sat in the bar area which is cool, but not a ton of space for food, wine, water, and bread - so it was a bit of shuffling. Tapas were overall very tasty - the bean and sausage dish was not exactly what we expected - we definitely will be back.
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Lee B.
I'd been reading about Barcelona Wine Bar since it opened. I wasn't sure where exactly on N. Highland it was and was surprised to find it was in the old Zaya spot (I'm still bummed that they closed) which has a free valet. Score. I went with my mom on a Friday around 7pm. We didn't have a reservation and were told that there were no available tables but we could sit on the heated patio or at the bar. Since it was 45 degrees outside, we opted for the bar, which was large and circular off to the left of the entrance. The rest of the restaurant was pretty with lots of wood. It was bigger than I'd pictured (before I knew where it was) and had a mostly open kitchen. Oddly enough, the entrance and bathrooms were in a different location than when the place was Zaya but the rest of the interior was similar. The vibe of this place was somewhat trendy, although not so much so that I felt out of place in jeans and a sweater with my mother. Being that wine bar is in the restaurant name, it's not surprising that they have a lot of different wines to choose from. There are lots of different bottles and a good amount come by the glass. We both had a glass of Savignon Blanc, I'm not sure which but it was good. This restaurant has a few entrees, but the main draw seems to be the large selection of tapas so we decided to try those. We had the spinach-chickpea casserole, tuscan kale, gambas al ajillo and mussels. We were also given complimentary bread and olive oil and a complimentary sample of paella. We enjoyed the kale the most. The sauce was a slightly sweet balsamic vinigrette and it was extremely tasty. The mussels were good too, although spicier than we were expecting. The spinach-chickpea casserole wasn't bad but it was on the bland side and the shrimp was well, shrimpy. I'm looking forward to going back and trying more of the tapas. Though I miss Zaya, I hope this place sticks around.
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Jorge F.
Excelent service, great tapas and Paella. The Jamon Serrano could be better but overall is a place I will come back and would recommend to anyone!
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Josh M.
Rainy, rainy arrival to a warm and inviting restaurant and bar. Very cordial staff and excellent atmosphere. Waiter was friendly and helpful, but a little bit absent. Hot dahlia cocktail was a hit with two. Cheap bottle of garnacha satisfied the others. Ordered 10 tapas from the grand menu, and only two were naughty. Brussels were bland and plain and the gambas were stagnant and mostly raw. The ceviche, flank steak, calamari, cauliflower, and shishito peppers were nice. Saw the paella from afar, and will likely journey back to taste. Overall, a worthwhile jaunt before putting on the red suit. Have yourselves a merry Christmas and a happy New Year!
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Pang H.
Good food; better than many tapas spots, not overlypriced. I would say about $50/person for a good amount of wine and tapas. good adult crowd. good ambiance. good friendly service. free valet. make a reservation, busy place. the only downside is that you will wait 15-30 minutes, even with a reservation on the weekends. hip place. good for conversation and chillin with friends. you may sit pretty close with others, however, the music is just loud enough to where you feel you are not sitting in on their conversation. the highlight of the evening was seeing a couple eat cheese and meat with a fork...lol...had to be a first date. ha ha
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Rachel F.
Barcelona is our favorite place in Atlanta, which is why we go at least one a week. The food is delicious and, according to my Spanish husband, as authentic as it gets in the states. Besides the food and wine, the thing we value the most about Barcelona is the customer service- it is impeccable! We have been going here since the week it opened and Sean and the staff have always gone above and beyond to make sure that everyone has an exceptional experience. Last week he even brought us a complimentary drink to celebrate our recent marriage. In the event that something does go wrong, they are always eager to correct it and want you to leave 100% satisfied- which we always are. We have taken many friends here who have always loved it and lots of them have become regulars themselves. I highly recommend- and get the charred broccoli- it is divine- or the calamari- or the steak with truffle oil...really, it's all good!
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Lindsay E.
Went here on a Tuesday night with a party of 4. Our first thought when we walked in was WOW -- they've done so much with the space. The ambiance and decor of the place are awesome. Lots of reclaimed-looking wood and industrial light fixtures creates a "warm but cool" vibe. There's a cozy outdoor patio with heaters and a fireplace, a quieter inside room, and then the more lively bar area that has tables as well. The bar area was bumpin' for a Tuesday night. I live in the hood and this place definitely fills a void as far as food type and atmosphere goes. We ate a lot. I can't remember everything we ordered but we did the "10 tapas for $70" deal. As dishes started coming out, a couple were REALLY good (cauliflower fennel casserole, grilled octopus), but most were just okay (hangar steak was really tough, roasted pumpkin had a weird watery texture, asparagus was just blah). And the portions were extremely small for the price point -- 5 measly spears of asparagus with a teaspoon of unmemorable sauce for $9.50? Really? The menfolk in our group found it odd that there were no Spanish beers on the menu. Our server claimed this was because none of them were any good, but seriously, you're billing yourself as a Spanish restaurant, if you're going to have PBR and Miller High Life on the menu, you can throw a Spanish beer or 2 on there. Yes, I know its a "wine bar" but still, it just seemed strange. I really wanted to like this place, and I will probably end up going back at some point just because its convenient and the atmosphere is great, but overall I think its quite overpriced for the food quality/quantity. Next time I will pass on the tapas and focus on the wine list.
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Kyle C.
Went for a birthday party ad Barcelona was SO accommodating. Put our cake in the fridge, brought it out with candles, and even cleaned the Tupperware it came in! Service was AMAZING. Jep and Kaitlin rocked. We did the $29.00 all you can eat tapas - everything was DELISH!!! Thank you!
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Sam L.
its pretty good. i had brunch with my dad I had the eggs benedict which was good. the servers are friendly and the ham was really good
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Dave S.
Great tapas! Nice atmosphere. Awesome outside seating.
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Starbuck S.
Definitely try this place, totally worth a try at least once! A very nice/trendy/elegant place for food/drinks/happy hour/dinner if you are looking for a different location or experience in Atlanta (Inman Park area). Tried this place last night (1st time) w/a friend. Had heard of the place but had no idea how awesome & nice it would end up being. Sat outside under the heaters, even tho wasn't overly cold. A nice ambience outside so definitely sit outside if you can. Good for people watching as well. Service was excellent & extremely attentive. Our server helped to "explain" many different wines (and food items) so that we could better understand taste/selection prior to purchasing (since the wines are Chilean, Argentinian, Spanish). We ended up going with the suggested Reserve Cab from Spain. Was outstanding! Loved the variety of tapas also and especially the UN-limited bread basket (sourdough type bread w/a crunchy crust) with awesome Spanish olive oil. Yuuum & the bread definitely helps to "absorb" too much of the awesome wine you'll probably end up drinking as we did! :) Definitely be sure to try the 40-yr aged port if you enjoy a fine port (even tho will cost you around $20 a glass)! Expensive, yes! Worth the cost, Absolutely (and the port we had was outstanding)!! Also heard that the desserts are outrageous but were too fully at that point to try dessert. Finally: Be SURE to make a reservation if going on a weekend. My friend mentioned a 2-hour wait for dinner for 4 people recently! Better suggestion is to go on a Mon/Tues/Wed PM when supposedly the place is a bit less-crowded and you can walk up & be seated immediately (as we were able to), which is a very nice thing to have occur! Enjoy!!
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Andrea P.
OMG! the Churros! I have dreams about them! and the Salted Cod tapas! to die for! as well as the patatas bravas, the ham & cheese balls, the lamb.....I could go on and on!!!
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Aisha M.
I LOVE THIS PLACE! Great ambiance, incredible wine list, fantastic food. I love the back patio setup. A bar and beautiful fireplace make this the perfect place for a girls night, a cozy date, dinner with the family, or any other occasion. The Crispy Cabbage is excellent!
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S W.
Made reservations for my birthday on a Saturday night. I knew it would packed, but I didn't mind to grab drinks before we were seated and enjoy the crowd. I didn't anticipate waiting 45-60 min for our table since we had made reservations. During that time, the hostess(es) were completely polite but never offered to try to get us at another table or even offer a gesture of good customer service like send a round of drinks or tapas over until we got seated. I didn't mind to wait but I had guests that I had invited. Makes me wonder about the restaurant's operational decisions if a person with reservations had to wait 45+ min regardless of the crowd. Once we did get seated, our server was fantastic and attentive. We selected a bottle of wine and she suggested a similar one that was well-liked but a little cheaper. The food is amazing. Every bit consumed was outstanding. The albondigas are the best in town. I'll def be back but hopefully won't have to wait so long!
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Travis N.
In a phrase Barcelona lived up to it's expectations. That was a tall order when I'd been bombarded with so many raves from friends (real and social media based). I decided to check it out one night after work with a friend. We were able to walk in with out a reservation get a decent table and service quickly. The wait staff was knowledge and attentive, their recommendations were spot on. The wine list was extensive, and while I didn't really get a chance to explore it, I found a wide range for palettes and prices. I kinda have to laugh at the idea that they also have full entrees on the menu, we were unable to get through more than 1 round of (4-5 tapas) and none around us were doing any better. The one little quirk of the place is the lack of name on the outside. The first trip takes a bit of process of elimination on Highland, it's basically the ONLY place without it's name out front. I hesitate to give it all 5 stars because I've recently begun limiting those to the truly exceptional meals I've had, Woodfire Grill, Saison in San Francisco etc. I don't mean to name drop those, I just mean to give context! Barcelona was not at that level, nor is it really meant to be. It did however manage to meet some very lofty expectations, and that is a very hard thing to do.
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Mallory C.
You know about atmosphere, right? That undefinable something that a place either has or doesn't. It's that thing that makes everyone look better, everything taste better, and creates a feeling that you were supposed to be right here right now. Well Barcelona has heaps of atmosphere and I like it! The bar is the place to be. Beautiful people, charming bar tenders (including one with and Irish accent oh my), nice lighting and quick access to the booze. The menu is tapas style and you'll need a few if you come in even the slightest bit hungry. I personally was underwhelmed by the food. I felt it lacked seasoning and relied more on preparation (pickling, searing, frying, etc) to achieve flavor. The wine list was long, and fun to explore and everything was about a 1.50 higher than it should be. Oh well atmosphere ain't cheap! I know I'll be back by myself, with friends, and with future dates.
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T T.
Went to Barcelona with a large group of people--10--service was excellent. I loved the atmosphere and the decor and also the noise level was manageable, not crazy loud! We sat at the bar before we went to our table and the bartender was very friendly and accommodating. She let us try several wines before we settled on what we wanted to order. The food was good...not great, but definitely solid. We only had tapas..someone in our party ordered for the table. Good food items: hummus, mixture of wild mushrooms, vegetable paella Great food items: churros and chocolate for dessert, cauliflower, tuna tartare I would definitely go back again.
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Jess C.
Barcelona is one delicious tapas stop. I've had a variety of their tapas and all of them have been full with flavor. The service doesn't take forever which is good and the atmosphere is always fun.
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Nick B.
Ham and Cheese croquettes are awesome! Top of the line tapas.
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Alissa W.
Went in on a Friday night the place was packed. The bar had a great scene so we waited about 15 mintues to get seats at the bar. Wine prices are very reasonable I had a glass of white wine for $7. This place is tapas style so we started out the veggie menu with the kale salad, was very good nice and light. Next we got the pumpkin with goat cheese honey and pepitas. Wow this was amazing I suggest you try it really like nothing I have ever had. Also the cauliflower, and fenel gratin was cooked perfectly and very tatsy. Next for out entree portion we got the garlic aji shrimp, and lobster risotto both were really good. The lobster risoto was a nice size. Wish I had room for dessert but the food was so good I couldn't stop ordereing ! I think the place is priced just right average about 45 a person with drinks.
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Gina B.
This place has everything a great restaurant should have - excellent food, great service, lovely decor and an inviting atmosphere. Sunday through Thursday, they have a tapas special - 6 plates for $45. My friend and I split it and it was plenty of food. I haven't tried any entrees (I'm sure they're wonderful) but the tapas are so good I don't know that I'd want to. I especially loved the mushrooms and goat cheese and the chorizo and figs. The roasted garlic bulbs are also tasty but you might smell like garlic the next day... My only complaint is that it has an open kitchen. It creates a fun atmosphere, but my friend and I ended smelling like fried food the rest of the night. It's a minor compliant - the place smells great! It can get really crowded, so a reservation is probably best for a weekend. The bar is a nice spot if you opt for just a meat and cheese plate or a couple of tapas. Overall, a little taste of Spain that is worth the price and wait!
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Candy T.
Great wine. Really unique tapas with lots of variety.
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Christine B.
Love this place! Great crowd of people, exceptional service, amazing wine selection and did I mention the food?! Have been here on several occasions and have never been disappointed (except when they don't have pork cheeks). The ham and cheese croquettes are down right addictive and the flank steak with truffle oil is out of this world. The paparadelle with rabbit is definitely high on the list as well. During the week they have a great deal on tapas and Sunday's bottles of wine are 1/2 price. If you get overwhelmed by their enormous (200+) wine list, their servers and management are more than happy to help and have always directed me to something I loved! Warning - this place gets BUSY!! Can't wait for warmer weather to take advantage of the great outdoor areas they have!
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Mark M.
Happened onto this place while looking for Parish. :) Sat at one of the two tops to the left. Very cool atmosphere. Waiter offered many suggestions to my questions - great. He recommended a good $35 bottle of red, and we sampled tapas like Risotto, shrimp, Brussels sprouts, etc. Nice manager/owner who lives upstairs, and hostess was kind to call a cab for us on that rainy night.
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Albert W.
A foodie's haven. Let's just say my dinner bill was $300 bucks. Every moment was memorable. Great place for intimate date, trendy, warm and modern.
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Claudia R.
So very good! Sat at the bar while I waited for my friends to arrive. The bartenders are very cool and friendly. Ordered a glass of the Flora Sangria and OMG, was it delicious...that's what we all ended up drinking for the rest of the night. Once were seated (in one of the large booths by the bar - good for people watching) we ordered the 10 tapas sampler, and were not disappointed. We let the chef choose - good choice, btw - and among the standouts were the potato tortilla, cauliflower casserole, and the steak paillard. Dessert was simple but awesome: fresh churros, with a hot cocoa-type dipping sauce. The servers and management were friendly and welcoming, and I love the decor and vibe - cannot wait to go back!
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Francesca L.
I was visiting a friend in the ATL and she suggested Barcelona for dinner. We dined on a Tuesday night around 9pm. First, our server was fabulous. He was really helpful with picking out a wine and with suggestions for dinner. Second, the food was great. I can't remember everything we ate, because the wine was that good, but I do remember the beet salad, papas bravas and flatbread. The only thing we did not love was the root vegetable dish. It had some ingredient that was very powerful and not to our liking (it may have been fennel - not sure). Otherwise, everything was great. Finally, the atmosphere was really good. It was quite crowded for a Tuesday night.
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Tracey A.
The sangria and paella is delicious! Great for a group!
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Ian M.
My friend and I had a bad, dreary brunch with really bad service at a different restaurant, so we skipped dessert there and spontaneously stumbled upon Barcelona Atlanta. The attractive atmosphere and uniformly cheerful crowd drew us in, and I am so glad for that. We ordered coffee and desserts from a really sharp waitress, and we did not have to wait long for a banana shortbread concoction (my friend) and dessert crepes (me). Wow, they were really good. The host, knowing we were there just for dessert and coffee, came by and surprised us with an extra dessert, some sort of peach-raspberry cobbler that was hot and served a la mode. I generally don't like fruity desserts, but this was freaking delicious and totally appreciated. I would give this place four stars instead of five because parking in the area can be kind of tricky, but the restaurant itself was worth about six stars (with the surprise cobbler as the sixth star), so five stars from me. I can't wait to go there again.
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Xteethx B.
Lobster risotto was great. The shrimp tapas were savory as well and the waiter was nice enough not to charge for it because it came out very late. Loved the atmosphere and the service and looking forward to trying other tapas on my next return.
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arlene d.
We sat at the bar on a Sunday good day 1/2 price bottles of wine . Service very lax to get 2 cocktails 4 tapas and a bottle of wine we were in there 3 hrs. Some of the dishes not as described . Kind of pricey for tapas . The scallions in mushrooms very raw. Beef empanadas the dough around edge was raw. Had to ask twice for bill. Slow
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Amy C.
I hardly give restaurants 5 stars but "Woo-freaking-hoo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" THIS IS AS GOOD AS IT GETS; I PROMISE :) My girlfriend's birthday was this weekend and wanted to try this place because she had heard so many good things about it. While we didn't make a reservation (because you have to make a reservation ahead of time), the manager/owner, Sean, made sure we were seated at a reasonable time. Inman Park has really blossomed into a little metropolitan neighborhood with many different restaurants within a block of each other. Our server was Billy, and he is the most awesomest bestest server I have ever had. He made the whole experience one that will be talked amongst my friends for ages to come. The tapas are deliciousssssssssssssssssss BEYOND delicious; whatever they are doing, I need to know so I can re-create some of these tapas dishes at home. We shared the potatoes, calamari, goat cheese salad, shrimp in a delicious butter something or another sauce that went perfectly with the bread, their eggplant dish, chicken, and beef empanadas. To end our already FABULOUS meal, we ordered their chocolate and caramel crepe which is tiny explosions of awesomeness going off in your mouth . I can't say enough or write enough about just how wonderful this place is in terms of atmosphere, service, and food. Everyone is so friendly which only adds to how much fun our dinner was. YOU GOTTA TRY THIS OUT! AND TAKE ME WITH YOU WHEN YOU GO :)
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Daniel C.
went to BARCELONA for a first date....not only was I impressed with my date, but Barcelona delivered a wonderful experience as well. I went there on the advice of some coworkers and I couldn't have been more happy. great atmosphere....fantastic food (the charizo and sweet figs was amazing)....go....experience....have a blast and leave full on many levels!!
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Anne R.
Went here for the first time on Friday at 7:15 - glad we made a reservation since it was crowded and got more and more crowded the later it got. We sat in the bar area which was loud but we liked the atmosphere. Our waiter, TJ, was great. Very friendly and very helpful. He definitely made the experience even better. The manager also stopped by a few times to check in on us - greatly appreciated. Onto the food- very very delicious! We started with 2 cheeses and a meat which were all great recommendations and very tasty. Our other two dishes were the Chorizo with Sweet and Sour Figs - WOW!! Would order this again in a heartbeat...and the Gambas a Ajillo (shrimp) which were tasty but we would probably try something new next time (oh and there will be a next time). The wine list was extensive and TJ knew what he was talking about. Really recommend going!
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Mandi T.
This was a really fun place to go after work and share appetizers with friends! We shared 10-12 small plates! Everything was sooo good....I loved everything but, I will have to say NOTHING HERE IS HEALTHY....even the veggies are fried (but amazing) I would suggest having a snack before. What a hot spot and valet parking is awesome!
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Alex J.
Had a very nice evening. The tapas were good and the staff were friendly and helpful. Definitely a good choice.
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Elizabeth M.
Worst SERVICE EVER!!!! Had reservations at 8:45 on Saturday night. We got there a little bit early but we were not seated to our table until almost 9:30. We asked the staff three different times while we waited for our table because there was no point of making reservations if they make you wait anyways. After we sat down we were not waited on for another 10 min and the server had such a hard time waiting on multiple tables. We ordered our drinks and they even served them to the wrong table. This was our first time visiting the restaurants after hearing amazing reviews. I was not impressed with the service, staff nor food. McDonald's can provide better service than Barcelona. I would not recommend this restaurant if you want to be seated on time, get service when you sit down and want average food.
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Allison M.
We had an event there this past Tuesday and we could not recommend a better place! Their staff is fantastic, the food incredible! Such an absolutely wonderful venue and staff! Please check out this restaurant for dinner, drinks or an event!
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Mari M.
Went for Brunch, glad they have more than eggs, they include faves from regular menu... high quality food, wished the charcurterie plate were a little more generous... but great service, beautiful restaurant . Great for first dates and seconds and thirds...
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Ellen T.
A great date night spot. The ambiance is very vibrant and the decor is fantastic! Our waiter, wish I had his name handy, was as good as they come. He moved to ATL from Stanford, CT, where I believe he worked at another Barcelona location. He was really great at providing suggestions, such as input on the cheese plate. We had chosen one and wanted suggestions on the other two, and he was spot on. Those cheeses were delish! I know we had a sheeps milk, the manchego, and one other that he said was his favorite, and that was a great way to start the meal. Service was very good. Different runners bring out your plates, and even the chefs pop by from time to time. They were very efficient at ensuring our water glasses were always filled, and clearing plates away as we finished with them. I would say you need 2-3 tapas per person. We had the chickpea/spinach casserole (pretty good), kale (way way too salty, otherwise would have loved), steak paillard (amazing, was a recommendation of server), tuna tartar (my FAVE!), and some other meat that I didn't try and can't find on the menu, but my boyfriend wolfed it down and said was very good. Server also recommended a really cool spanish wine that we had never had. I was very impressed with the wine list, and this is a cool place to try something totally different than you're used to.
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Maria K.
This is one of my favorite restaurants in Atlanta. They have friendly service, great wine selection, & their foods always meets my expectations. I love their tapas menu, but the last few times I tried their main dishes and loved them. Would recommend for a girls night out or a just because dinner!
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Nic K.
I think I was expecting more from all the hype this place has received. For starters, I called two weeks in advance and was able to get a reservation at the time I wanted. A friend of mine called about 5 days before and anything that wasn't crazy early or crazy late was already reserved. I came this past Saturday with a few friends. The waiter was attentive. He didn't hover over us, but was also there when we needed him. The food.....it was ok. There were some items that were absolutely delicious. We enjoyed the ceviche and the crispy cabbage. Both were excellent. The mushrooms in goat cheese and the tuna tartare were also pretty good. We were a bit disappointed in the shrimp. My husband ate one that must've been a bit older and had a very fishy taste. We ordered some pitchers of white sangria. It was good and not too sweet which we liked, but there was barely any alcohol in it. I'm sadly usually good to go after two glasses. I had four glasses and was still speaking coherently and wasn't telling stories that weren't made for public telling. Either I grew a tolerance for alcohol overnight - and if I didn't build a tolerance during my 4 years of college debauchery, I highly doubt I will now - or the sangria was wayyyyyyyyy weak. As we were walking to our cars, silence fell over my group of friends. Finally, one piped up and said, "It wasn't as good as I was expecting." We all nodded in agreement. We expected more from a place that still had a line out the door at 10:30pm. A place that has been crowded since the day it opened about 9 months ago. I found the food and drinks to be better at the old Loca Luna (when they were still on Juniper) and Cafe Tu Tu Tango. Obviously, many do not share my opinion as this place seems to be THE spot to be every night of the week.
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Melanie S.
Man oh man. I really wanted to give this restaurant a better review. I've been here multiple times and it's a mixed bag. Last time I was there the food and service were poor. During my latest visit the food was good but the service was poor again. The decor in the restaurant is sophisticated and the patio is very nice. There is an outdoor fireplace which adds a nice touch. Barcelona does have a wonderful wine list with over 250 wines. We ordered the red sangria and it was good. I ordered the lobster risotto, beef empanadas and the beet salad with walnuts and blue cheese. All were good and I particularly enjoyed my beet salad! We all tried each others' tapas and I really liked the chickpea and spinach casserole with cumin. As far as service is concerned, I was very disappointed. However, the manager was very gracious and compensated us for the service. Because of the manager I would come back.
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Adrianne L.
My girlfriends and I went here for a fun girls night! We had a great experience! It was packed, but we didn't have a reservation and wanted to sit at the bar. We ordered drinks and waited for a spot to open up. The bartenders were the best-(Joe, And ?? - I wish I could remember all of their names)- they were so friendly and helpful and when another patron started getting obnoxious and pushing people around they quickly took care of the situation. The manager came out and checked on us and made sure we were not bothered by him again. The food was amazing, loved the cauliflower, steak,shrimp, and the lobster risotto was unbelievable. We will be going back!
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Kay W.
Oh my goodness, it's hard to imagine how loud this place is. and over-priced. and over-hyped. There is absolutely no way I will spend $10 on 7 asparagus spears. Not gonna happen. Well, not twice anyway. The ambience/cool factor of Barcelona totally lives up to its reputation, but I much prefer less hype and more value. The food was certainly acceptable and even good at times, but not worth the money or the hassle frankly. Most dishes are pretty small, even for tapas. One notable exception is the mussels. They were absolutely delicious and bountiful. If I recall, they were around $10. Based on other dishes, I figured we would score about 5-7 mussels for that price. Instead, we got around a dozen or so. They are served in a surprising red sauce with just enough kick to have you reaching for the accompanying grilled bread to chase away the heat. Speaking of bread....The bread served to the whole table was by far the most stellar thing about barcelona. It comes to the table fresh from the oven, piping hot. It is heavenly. The server did not bring butter which initially puzzled us. He returned a few minutes later with a saucer, an Olive Oil bottle and the biggest pepper mill I've ever laid eyes on and commenced to creating a little Italian butter tableside. It was nice and all, but the bread was really just too good on its own to foul it with the oil. winners at our table - beef empanadas, mussels, losers - bibb salad w/ almonds, hangar steak (tasty, but tiny) I doubt we will return, but if we do, it will definitely be for the patio. It looked downright inviting. The wines by the glass are not very plentiful and what they do have is expensive. Get the Sangria. It's actually really nice.
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Kurt L.
Long story short: terrible, rude service. Four of us arrived Wednesday 7:30pm without reservations. The place was packed. The host took our name but wouldn't tell us how long the wait was -- wouldn't even give us an estimate. Okay, fine. We all go to the bar and each order a (pricey) drink. 15-20 minutes later we finish our drinks, and again we ask if they can give us an estimate. (Forget getting seated, we just want to know how long the wait is!) AGAIN the host refuses to tell us. He rolls his eyes and says, "There are /many/ people in front of you." Well, okay. We left and walked across the street to Fritti, where we were seated immediately, had a great dinner, and were served by one of the friendliest waiters ever. (Maybe it was just the contrast to Barcelona?) All I can guess is Barcelona didn't really want us, so the best way to get rid of us was to refuse to seat us, refuse to give us a wait time, and generally be rude. It worked. We won't be back.
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Jessica R.
Great atmosphere and good place to wine and dine! My girlfriends and I really enjoyed going there for the first time. The hanger steak is delish and so is the mushrooms and goat cheese, highly recommend. While I think it can be a little pricey, it's definitely worth checking out!
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Eric K.
Hell yes! Great food, great service, cool spac. We were in Barcelona earlier this year and several of the dishes we sampled were reminiscent of Spain. OK, enough pretense on my part....The jamon was nice, the croquetes were solid, sangria was delish. Fantastic atmosphere. Dig it. One minor point, some Estrella on the beer menu would be a welcome addition.
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Ms.Nita B.
Pros: THey definitely have the ATL, sex and the city, urban chic vibe down! Nice ambience-- pretty high noise level on the inside due to the high ceilings (best bet is to sit outside if you're on a date) and it's located in a hip little area- the old 4th ward/Inman Park. Umm.. the best dish for us was the grilled hangar steak. Cons: Barcelona did not take me back to my Barcelona days abroad. In fact, their name is a disgrace to the true spanish city! The food was less than mediocre. I've had better tapas AND a better tapas experience at Eclipse di Luna and Cafe Tu Tu Tango. I just wasn't impressed... half of our tapas were lukewarm/cold on the inside which was disappointing AND at the end of the night when we paid our $60 bill for two..we felt like we'd been bamboozled out of our good ole disposable income. Definitely too pricey for what you get. Look, I didn't mind the vibe of the place. If I went back it would be for drinks with my girls and to look cute, but not for the food. Maybe they should turn this place into a dessert & wine bar...hmmm. Bottom line: if you're ever in the old 4th ward, try sotto sotto, fritti, hell even Pure! Just don't waste $60 at this place or you'll feel duped! **FYI, we went over to the Urban Market acorss the street afterwards, and the red velvet cake there was pretty good!
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Keitha D.
I had been hearing so much from friends about Barcelona that I had to try it a few weeks ago. Well....i can have fun anywhere, so thats a good thing. But the food was just OK. I had the flank steak with chimichurri but substituted a pork chop since i don't eat red meat. I was happy the chef allowed that. And it was good! But i've definitely had better. The tapas were decent, although the roasted brussel sprouts stood out. I got the roasted garlic bulbs because i just knew that if you put that on a menu it had to be heaven sent. Nope. Just....mush. And no real indication if I should put it on something or just eat it whole...and mushy. Hmph. The wine was great and the fact that bottles were half off is what saved this day.
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Atl C.
Great ambience but overpriced drinks. Excellent variety. Great atmosphere. Go with an expense account because you're going to blow a ton of money.
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Ai T.
I give the place 5 stars for their service!!! We were group of 8 and we had to wait a little more than 15 minutes despite the reservation. We were all "hangry", but complimentary tapas started appearing from the kitchen as soon as we sat down. We were well taken care of and our server, Jeff was super friendly and pleasant Everyone, including our "birthday girl", left the place feeling very happy. The food was good - we had more than 10 tapas altogether and no left-overs.
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Therese H.
Food was delicious and the staff was quite friendly. They were accommodating of our rather large dog as well, which was a nice bonus. We'll be back!
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Locutus K.
Oh this place was so good. We had three tapas, a bottle of wine and their famous paella. Service was fantastic. I appreciate that the servers seem to have a lot of experience with the wine selection. Ours helped us make an excellent choice and we eagerly finished off the entire bottle. The tapas were mostly fantastic. The duck meat was a little lackluster but the sheep cheese and foie gras made up for it. If you are looking for a place that serves top notch foie gras, Barcelona would be your restaurant. Better still, they pair it with a sweet fig sauce that makes the perfect complement. We really enjoyed the paella, especially how crunchy it was. The only complaint is the size. It was a little huge for two people, especially after we took their recommendation of ordering three small dishes to tide us over during the wait. Lastly, this is more of a personal preference than a complaint but I also wish we had ordered the meat paella rather than the mariscos. I liked the shrimp and squid but had forgotten that the muscles and clams would come in their shells and I was a little unprepared to work so hard to eat my meal. At least now I have a reason to look forward to coming back!
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Tricia A.
I used to be a big fan of this place, as the food and drinks are fabulous; however, last night's dining experience left a sour taste in my mouth. My girlfriends and I decided to have an early dinner on the patio, as it was a beautiful day. Over the course of 5 hours, we enjoyed food and 4 pitchers of sangria. While the service we received from one of our servers was outstanding, we were being rushed out by the other and basically told we couldn't order anymore drinks. I understand the liabilities involved in serving alcohol to people; however, we were not being rowdy or obnoxious, and we told the server that we walked, therefore no one was getting behind the wheel. My girlfriends and I were not only offended by the way things were handled, but also embarrassed. We looked like children being reprimanded by their parents to the folks sitting around us. We're all in our thirties and forties and were polite, paying customers. There was absolutely no reason for us to be treated that way. I emailed the manager and he responded to me promptly, but I, as well as my girlfriends, don't plan to give them our business ever again.
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Karen F.
Meh - a fun atmosphere, good people-watching, but food is mediocre. Everything is much too rich, without any interesting taste. The tapas are rich enough, but they all seem to come with additional butter, oil, or creme fraiche alongside. I guess the upside is they are filling. The only standout for me was the warm bread and olive oil. The wine list looks overpriced - $30 for a sparkling wine that I've seen at Green's for $6? I guess if you go for the Sunday 1/2 price wine bottle special, that would be all right.
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Nina W.
First and foremost, I would like to apologize to Barcelona especially to their manager, for a huge mistake that I made regarding their valet service. I deleted my prior posting about it but I still would like to clear the air. I quite erroneously suspected that Barcelona's valet service were to blame for the theft of items missing from my car. At the time, I could only justify the accusation because I had visited no other place that night. With that behind, I feel I can press forward by describing my experiences going to Barcelona twice in one week which I did, if I may... *** I am from Boston and so discovering Barcelona in a southern city was a treasure chest - the decor sets a nice ambiance and the staff, including bar tenders and the DJ, make you feel at home. How? Keep reading.... I was excited to see an open air kitchen whereby they slice dried meats straight "from the leg". I will post pictures in a bit. The extremely jolly lady in charge of the cured meats and cheeses made outstanding recommendations and she even remembered me the second time I went in. Wine selection - a treat in Atlanta Food - I am a die hard cheese lover so I asked the server for a little sample (it was late at night but still wanted to munch on something). He came back with a very generous plate of soft cheeses which I told him I preferred, grapes included. When we ran out of grapes, he came back with about a quarter pound of them. I then requested a few songs from the DJ whereby he played everything. I highly recommend this place because its good drinks, service, food, great decor, and non pretentious people. -Nina
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Hector M.
The food was amazing like everyone else comments - we had Boquerones, Snails and Mushrooms for appetizers and they were divine. Paella was also delicious - just know that it takes a while for it to be prepared yet it is worth the wait. Service was excellent and they had great suggestions for wines to pair with food selections. Ambiance is sophisticated yet understated which I love and the crowd is a nice mix of people. Managers were awesome in correcting promptly an issue with my check. We'll be back pronto!
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Mimie J.
I'm a huge fan of tapas (who isn't?) and have been in search of a good place in Atlanta (sorry, Noche, you don't cut it). I pass this place on my way to Highland Bakery every weekend and constantly wondered what it was (there's really no sign saying Barcelona Atlanta so I had to do some research to even find out it was a tapas place!). The service was some of the best I've ever had in Atlanta. Ask for Chelsea to be your waitress for a wonderful experience. She was extremely knowledgeable, gave earnest answers (as opposed to the usual vague, "it's good") and a few suggestions to save some money (getting the three-pack of cheeses and meats for one), not to mention she's just adorable and super sweet. The first place came out within 5 minutes of ordering, and food was set down about a minute after the last plate was picked up. Perfect for tapas and very impressive for such a busy night! The food was all great. The portions or smaller but the tastes are big. They have a ton of variety and still maintain a traditional spanish flare. Absolutely wonderful!!
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Christina C.
i love love love this place! Everything was awesome. Complimentary valet parking, a must for someone with less than perfect (zero) parallel parking abilities. Walked in, and its got great atmosphere. Dim but not dark, lively but not crazy -very pleasing. Met my girlfriend at the bar and met the friendly and attractive bartender. nice! he suggested an aviator and I was in heaven b/c i just saw some chef mention one on the food network recently. Excellent, felt like such a grown up drink yet it was purple. I'm ashamed to say that despite having a cheese steak hours earlier it was my idea that we do the tasting sample menu of 6 tapas for 46.00. Service was a bit weird in that we had a waiter to introduce himself and a trainee and go over the menu with us but as he walked away mentioned that another young lady would be checking on us also. We didn't see the head waiter ever again and didn't see the trainer waiter until the end when he brought us the check and offered to pour sangria down our throats. hooray!! But the young lady (Allie) who was our server for the evening was a gem, hilarious and super attentive. AND the food...was delicious! we sampled most of the menu and I didn't have anything I didn't love. the mussels, albondigas, sardines, mushrooms, shrimp, it went on and on. I was so stuffed! yay! I can't wait to come back here. I don't know if this policy has changed but they had a great policy of if a plate touched your table it was yours even if you hadn't ordered it. I don't know who was making the mistakes but my belly sure did appreciate them.
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D.L H.
Staff was friendly (and maybe even a bit frisky with the girls we were with lol). The food was excellent. It had an authentic flair to it that reminded me of the real deal. Yes it oozed of pretentiousness, but hey we all need to feel like a snob once in awhile right? Well maybe not but the food was worth the inferior alternative over at Noche.
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Jason E.
Without a doubt the best restaurant experience I've had in Atlanta in the four years I've lived here. Our server, Emily was PHENOMENAL. She knew everything about everything and treated us like long lost friends. Our group goes out to eat several times a week, always trying a new place and we've made our way through every fancy pants restaurant in this city and have never had service even close to what we experienced last night. We shared all 6 of the larger tapas they had: Rabbit Pappardelle, Mussels, Tuna Tartare, Lobster Risotto, Lamb Chops and Bass I believe. All of the dishes were perfectly cooked, seasoned just right and actually crafted by people that you could tell LOVED what they did and even better, KNEW how to do it. Perfect. We finished with a cheese selection that blew us away. The rosemary crusted cheese was SO SO SO good. Our wine, La Atalaya, which was recommended to us by Emily, was easily the best wine I've been sold at a restaurant in YEARS. The perfect balance of dryness, pepper and dark fruit. SO good. It was EXACTLY what we described to her and she picked it out immediately. Anyone that knows wine at all knows how difficult it is to nail down something for someone else's palate. She did so effortlessly. Blew us away. I can't wait to go back and experience this place again. No wonder they were PACKED on a Monday night. Keep up the great work!
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Andrew C.
Manager tried to correct issues, but he has his work cut out. Really tried my patience. Ordered the six tapas plates for $45 for two people, didn't want alcohol so ordered iced tea and water. First two dishes came straight out almost immediately. We let them sit on the table because I didn't want to eat without a drink. Time was going very very slow and still no drinks. My friend said he was not the complaining type (liar) so I had to do the talking. Asked another server for our drinks so I could finally eat. So three of out dishes had arrived no problem. After about 45 minutes to an hour our drinks were empty and the waitress asked if she could get us dessert I said something like 'How about the other 3 dishes we ordered?' She said she would check on them and then she went the table next to us and engaged in a long conversation about her family with them. I had to hold back from saying something like could you talk to them later and get my food. At this point I summoned the manager, I tried to break it to him gently that the service sucked. He apologized and got us our other three dishes and showered us with free dessert and two extra dishes. The bill came to about $70 and my friend felt bad for the waitress and tipped her 40% in cash. Personally I like to tip 30% to 40% and see how gracious the server is (I wouldn't have given her 30% to 40% but I wasn't paying). Did she say thank you? No! Did she come back and say how generous? NO! Our bill is paid and a friend stops over at the table and wanted a glass of wine. Forever and ever we couldn't get a server. She gets up and flags one down and orders her drink. 15-20 minutes pass, we do not even tell her about our experience and she says "Are they pressing the grapes for my wine?" Service needs work, food was really good and the manager was helpful.
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Duncan B.
Pork Belly was amazing!
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sheree h.
Barcelona is a atmospheric sigh of relief for the VA High strip. As always, adore what Skylar Morgan did with the interior design. Great meat and decent wine, I've had the empanadas, arugula salad, mushrooms and brussels sprouts, although I have to say, whatever the couple at the next table shared with us was amazing. I've been twice now and its been delicious both times, but watch your pocketbook, the bill can sneak up and b*tchslap you if you're not careful, and the food is very rich, and can do the same an hour later.
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Jessica M.
Atmosphere, check. Service, check. Overall this is a place i would def return to for drinks and to eat a bit but probably not for dinner if i was wanting a full meal. We had a few tapas and really wanted to try the Paella as the main. The tapas were tasty..the mahi ceviche was the best--great flavor, the octopus tapa was overwhelmed by the potatoes which was a shame bc it had great flavor as well. I hoped there would be a bit more meat in the meat tapas maybe they will work on that part--but the overall taste was great in these tapas. The 2 person paella was just OK. Not bad but suprisingly not fantastic....large the 2 person portion could easily feed 4 so thats always nice, but I was definitely not wow'ed and actually made me feel better about my own homemade version. That said, i'll return here for drinks and tapas for sure :)
(4)
Melissa B.
Really enjoyed myself here. The crowd on a Wednesday night was thoroughly encouraging. I like some personality on a weeknight, good hang out for sure. The space is awesome. Great wrapping patio (with heaters!!!!) and the main dining area is very well decorated in my opinion. The bar is a nice and long and the bar tenders were on their game when I went. Great menu too, lots of options to please just about anybody. Free valet riiiight next to the front door is a huge plus as well. Can't wait to go back and sample some more. Also a surprisingly yummy beer selection.
(5)
Susan M.
LOVE IT. Cozy and lively atmosphere, diverse menu, friendly and helpful waitstaff. We dropped in for dessert and sherry after dinner at Sotto Sotto. It made my night.
(5)
V L.
First time at Barcelona and the experience was amazing. There was an hour wait which wasn't fun but the restaurant staff was very gracious and accommodating, taking drink offers and even passing an hors d'oeuvre which I found impressive. We had a team of 2 servers that were very attentive, even our hostess that seated us saw us dining and asked how we were enjoying our meal! I will definitely be back! There's great food, great drinks, great service no better combination! Looking forward to returning soon!
(5)
Frances N.
Great experience! Went here for Sunday Fun Day half priced bottles of wine. Ended up trying the hangar steak with truffle sauce despite the fact that we had just eaten brunch before we arrived. It was amazing. Our server was so sweet! I told her we were collecting corks and she brought me about 20 of them from the bar. Great service, great food and wine. Will definitely be back.
(5)
Jasi L.
delicious food, cool amibience, great wine and cocktails... Took one of best friends there we had a wonderful experience, good service, though packed even on a tues,everything was delicious esp loved the mushrooms and fig chorizo dish...A lil loud but that is becuase it was packed and too cold for anyone to sit outside.. Def would go back
(5)
J E.
If you want Spanish gods delivering perfect plates of heavenly goodness, this place is for you. Ok, so maybe the people are not imported directly from Spain, but they could have been and perception matters. They put their heart into it and that is the essence of Spain. With so many restaurant managers wastefully sitting behind a computer now looking at labor and food costs all day, it was nice to see the manager Sean working the crowd and building a sustainable long-term business by professionally interacting with customers. I was pleasantly surprised and hope this continues as part of their culture. Food lives up to the service. Came with the hubby and we had four tapas and the chicken plus dessert. Recommend the meatballs, the steak, empanadas, and the main plate of chicken. If they put whatever spice is in the potatoes that come with the chicken into the calamari, that calamari dish would rock too. Get the crepe dessert - will not disappoint and the Rioja to balance the meal. Welcome to the neighborhood!
(5)
Tara M.
I'd probably give this place 1 star except we had really good service. I'm not sure why they have a tag-team 2 waiter per table system, but whatever. Chelsea was the server who primarily took care of us. She was attentive, informative, and made a great wine recommendation based on our taste preferences. Two thumbs up for her service. The food, however, was incredibly lame. The first dish set the tone for the entire food experience - $10 for a tiny little plate of fried artichokes that consisted of 3 thin slices of heart no bigger than a quarter and a few woody, inedible leaves. LAME. The mussels were a hearty portion, actually much larger than I expected, but were in a sauce that tasted like nothing but reduced canned crushed tomatoes with crushed red pepper. Again, lame. The mushrooms a la plancha were thinly sliced - why? That's pointless and it made for a poor presentation and texture. The chicken empanadas were OK and the chorizo and figs were good, but two dishes does not make a meal. For $120 we were severely disappointed and doubt we'll return.
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Rob P.
Only went for a happy hour, but loved the whiskey/beer menu and everything i tried off the menu was delicious. Need to go back.
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Broderick S.
I've only stopped in for an app and a glass of wine, but so far I love what I see. Technically a chain, but they eschew the term for good reasons. They've taken a parcel in a building and turned it into a beautiful neighborhood restaurant with dark woods everywhere. I look forward to checking out more of the menu
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J. D.
Hip and modern, but yet quite comfortable atmosphere. Trendy crowd. Vibrant feel. Attentive, friendly service. Excellent tapas. No place is perfect, but for a newcomer this place has it together and will only improve. Welcome to Atlanta my new friend.
(4)
Sarah B.
Went last night for Inman Park Restaurant Week. The food was fantastic as always, but the service was crap. Slow, and bordering on pretentious. That's not normally the case here, so I'm hoping our server was just having an off night. But it definitely marred our experience.
(3)
Lydia R.
The goat cheese, fig and chorizo crepes (brunch menu) - one of the best dishes I've eaten in Atlanta. Just insanely delicious. Great atmosphere at the bar area, and Grady really took care of us. Could see myself spending many lazy Sunday afternoons at Barcelona.
(5)
barbara m.
Went to Barcelona for New Years Eve- had an 8 PM reservation. Great service from the time we walked in, had a quick drink at the bar and were seated. There were a couple foks waiting on us and answering our questions. Being vegetarian, there were lots of options for me and they were accomodating to take bacon on of one of them. We ordered 4 tapas and the vegetable paella- very large, enough for 2-3 people, especially after the tapas. Everything was very flavorful and well cooked. Also had a couple different cocktails, all very tasty. The decor is hip, but not over done. The manager came over to make sure everything was good. Had a very good experience from begining to end....would definately recommend and return!!!
(5)
Beth M.
Seriously worst service I've ever had. NEVER sit at the bar. Sat for at least 20 minutes before anyone attempted to take my drink order, the drink was good, but seriously? There were 3 bartenders and maybe 15 people at the bar. We were given a menu, we asked the bartender if they were out if any food items, he checked, told us a few and wandered off. We waited to order but he took the menu away and have us the bar menu. Ummmm.... Did you forget to check if we wanted to order food off the regular menu since we had one and have been here for at least 45 minutes?!? Really?!? We got the tab and went to vortex, where in the first 15 minutes we got a shot, drinks, and ordered. The food and drinks are good, if you can get them.
(1)
Jessica F.
Nice outdoor atmosphere, fun people watching, but my is it overpriced! The bread and olive oil were delicious, the spinach and chickpea casserole and mashed chickpea dishes were good, but not good enough to overcome the fact that they charge $17 for 7 small pieces of cheese or $7 for 6 bites of ceviche. Sitting outside on a warm spring evening was great, but there are much more reasonable places to do it!
(2)
Michelle C.
Everything from the atmosphere to the food to the service was great. The room is a bit loud around the bar, but they have outdoor seating and a separate room in the front where it would not be as bad. Our waiter, Edgar, was awesome. Very attentive, gave a great wine recommendation that was even a lower price point than what we originally asked for and also didn't charge us for the one tapas plate we didn't enjoy. We didn't even ask for it to be taken off, we just told him he could take the half finished plate away and when he asked if we didn't like it, we said the seasoning was off, so no, and he took it off our bill! What service! The drinks we had at the bar were well made and the wine was great. All the other tapas we had were delicious and the Churros for dessert was the perfect ending. We will definitely be back for future date nights.
(5)
Amber O.
The three stars are based solely on the service, which I'll admit was was attentive and fantastic. The wine list had an extensive assortment that fell within a wide price range, which was appreciated. However the food just totally missed the mark for me sadly. I live in Inman Park, so I have wanted to try this place for a long time. I ordered the hangar steak and the cauliflower and they were just so-so to me. For the money, honestly borderline disappointing. Come for a fun ambiance and the wine list, but eat before.. I think I'll stick with Sotto Sotto next time which is just across the street and not even in the same ballpark.
(3)
LL s.
I have been waiting for this place to open up and stumbled upon the "soft" opening last night. I think this will be a great new addition to the area. The food was delicious and the service was great. The decor was fabulous. Looking forward to my next visit.
(4)
Hollywood G.
My friends and I went to Barcelona for the first time last night to celebrate a birthday. Our first observation was that it was PACKED. The bar area was wall to wall! We arrived 30 minutes early for our 8:30 reservation, but ended up not being seated until 9:30. The management tried to make the wait as pleasant as possible, however, as we were given a complimentary appetizer at the bar.. There was a cocktail server who passed every few minutes with trays of amuse bouches (sp?) which were delicious. He didnt even judge you if you took more than one or sampled every time he passed (dont judge us, we were starving). All of the employees were extremely pleasant. Once we were seated and the server realized we had been waiting an hour for our table, she was very apologetic. We were brought 8489294399355 complimentary tapas and our first round of drinks were on the house. TALK ABOUT SERVICE! My friends and I were super full by the end of our meal and when the bill came we could not understand how it was only $96 (four people, 838483843432 tapas, 838848433 glasses of wine). Our server was awesome and our cars were waiting outside by the time we got there. Overall, one of the best dining experiences I have ever had (and I eat out ALOT), despite the 1 hour wait. I will return to Barcelona again and again (probably starting next week), lol. P.S.- we had the beef empanadas, papas bravas, hanger steak, chickpea puree, white asparagus, a sweet potato flatbread that was divine, calamari, pork croquetas, and paella (the order for 2 fed 4). I think there was more but that is all I remember (there were several glasses of wine involved). Everything was delicious! Thanks Barcelona!
(5)
Ron R.
Amazing and lots of fun....
(5)
Donnie W.
I really enjoy eating at Barcelona and chose to visit for my birthday with 2 friends tonight (Dec. 8). However, when we arrived for our 6pm reservation for 3, we were approached by the rudest hostess named Emily. I was told the reservation was only for 2, which was incorrect because I have the email confirmation and we were told that we would have to sit in the loud bar area or wait. I was not happy. Emily also spoke nasty about us to another hostess while we were standing there waiting. We finally got to sit in the main dining area and had a great meal and experience. The wait staff are fantasitic. The evening was turning out great until we were leaving. Emily proceeded to speak nasty about us again to another hostess while we were leaving and I heard what she was saying and turned around. Emily of course stopped talking then. I really hate rude people especially when the restaurant is great. Barcelona needs to put Emily in the kiichen and not have her working with customers.
(4)
Ross E.
Service was impeccable and, as a result, we will be going back and also recommending this to our friends. They were slow bringing our food out so comped us several plates. The sangria was too sweet so they also comped us a pitcher. Ive lived in NYC and SF and have to admit: this place cares about service more than most in ATL. What a refeshing experience. Go check it out. Food is great, atmosphere is fun. Cant lose.
(4)
Dave B.
One of our favorite places. Good for small groups or a date night. Get a reservation because. This place becomes quite the scene. The charcuterie is our go to and the staff is knowledgable as to which meats are tasty. Half priced bottles of wine on Sunday can make getting up for work Monday morning quite difficult.
(4)
Heather C.
I tried Barcelona again tonight (a Monday). I received excellent service (thanks to our server Dan), and enjoyed some very good wines. I ordered the Bibb salad and a steak - and I was not disappointed. Overall, I think that if you want to avoid the crowds and the noise, I would recommend a mid-week visit. My dinner was very enjoyable.
(5)
Reba Jean B.
This was the best place to go for a girl's night out. I really, really liked this restaurant. My best friend really liked it, too. However, I think she liked it because of the plethora of available men. We both couldn't believe the eye candy there at the bar. The only problems I have, and I have these problems with all trendy restaurants, it's way loud and turn up the damn lights just a little. The restaurant was packed on a Thursday evening and when it settled down a bit I could start to hear what my friend was screaming in my ear. As far as the light goes, what's up with that? Could I at least see the menu? Nuff of that bitchin',,, The food was fantastic. The sardines were yumm yumm. There is a great wine by the glass menu offered. We had an array of things offered on the menu and I'm impressed with all of them. In fact, this restaurant definitely stands up to other fine dining restaurants in Atlanta. The service was friendly and not pretentious in the least bit. I will suggest this restaurant to anyone. Can't wait for spring and summertime to spend evenings dining on the patio.
(4)
Leang C.
Came here with a group of 5 on a late Sunday afternoon into the evening. Very, very crowded as it was the time they have half priced bottles of wine. Atmosphere is great and lively. Enjoy the patio area outside if you can. For the food, the have a selection of cheeses that looked pretty good. For me, nothing on the menu really jumped out at me. Turnaround for the food was pretty quick, tapas style. Again, nothing spectacular. A place with a large wine bottle selection with prices knocked by half is always a good time with friends. I would definitely go back.
(4)
Damon M.
Barcelona has an amazing atmosphere. Great looking crowd and friendly staff. They have a spectacular wine list and delicious food. If your looking to have dinner with friends or family, this is a great option.
(5)
J B.
The concept is perfect. Wine list is incredible and management obviously knows what true service is all about. Knowledgeable but not cheesy salesman.
(4)
Errol G.
Is it wrong for a man to love a tapas restaurant? If so, then I don't want to be right. This place is fantastic- like leaving Atlanta and going someplace else. It has a bit of a NYC, Chicago or SF restaurant feel, where a city's in-crowd would hang. While the food is amazing-- their cheese tray is one of the best in the area, and their calamari and brussell sprouts are worth the drive alone-- this place to me is all about the atmosphere on a warm night in Atlanta. The wait-staff is great- they seem to truly love their jobs, the customers, and the food and drinks they serve. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and while it's almost always crowded, it never feels "packed." I guess it's because we're all loving the great variety of "throw a dart at it and it will be good" food, drinks, and people watching that we're doing, so who the hell cares? All in all, it's become one of my new favorites, a place I will take visiting friends from out of town to show how cool my town can be and some of the best that we've got to offer.
(5)
Jane S.
This restaurant is amazing. My family and I had a reservation at Rosebud in VA Highlands for my mother's birthday but it fell through. We had a party of 4, but my mother was stuck in traffic and they refused to seat us until she arrived and they also wanted to charge $15 to put the cake we brought in the cooler for a few minutes. SO, luckily, we ended up at Barcelona. The service was amazing, everyone was so kind and attentive. The food was delicious and they had no problem at all storing the cake for us. They even brought the cake out with candles on it and gave us complementary glasses of champagne (my mother's had a little candle on it). I was extremely impressed with how focused this restaurant was on providing a good experience. I will definitely be returning.
(5)
Maggie J.
I like Barcelona very much! It's a casual wine bar with a large selection of delicious tapas. I tried several different plates and glasses of wine, and they were all good. I definitely recommend.
(4)
Agata R.
Based on the other Yelp reviews, I was truly looking forward to a great meal at Barcelona. My mom, husband and I are huge tapas fans, and came here in January on a Friday evening. I can't begin to describe how average and disappointing the tapas were. Every single item we were presented with had something off about it. The eggplant caponata was overpowered by tomatoes, as were the mussels, which came drenched in heavy tomato sauce that tasted like marinara from a jar. The shrimp was bland; the chorizo with figs cloyingly sweet; and a bean stew so salty that it was inedible. The lamb chop tasted fine, but merely because it was just grilled so there wasn't much to mess up. I will definitely not be coming back, there mare much better tapas places in Atlanta.
(2)
Kira O.
This place is okay, the food wasn't too great... but they allow pets, so that's a plus :)
(3)
Jacquelin L.
Was here on a Saturday night for a birthday dinner.. The wait was a little long, but was understandable for the large party size... Once we were seated everything was great! Our waiter and waitress were very knowledgeable of the menu, and took their time to explaim the menu to newcomers. The food was great!!! I had the plank steak, broccoli and feta, and calamari... I plan on going back to try other dishes. Word of advice, make reservations on the weekend otherwise you will have a long wait! I definitely will be going back.
(4)
Kellie N.
WOW! This place is amazing. It was completely packed on Saturday night with a fun mix of people. Th bar scene is vibrant and the deck is a great escape from the crowd. The DJ and girl serving shots in patrons mouths on the bar after midnight was a fun and entertaining part of the night. The food is amazing!! We had several appetizers that were beyond amazing. 6 of us shared these two dishes and still had leftovers. PARRILLADA - Argentine Mixed Grill for Two Pork Chop, Half Chicken, Gaucho Sausage, N.Y. Strip, Papas Fritas, Chimichurri PAELLA - For Two to Six People Saffron Rice, Chicken, Squid, Shrimp, Chorizo, Clams & Mussels A must go to in Atlanta!
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Rudy J. T.
I will start this review by pointing I've been a resident in Spain (many years ago) for about 2 years and I tried almost everything in spanish cuisine. Barcelona can be described as a good approach of what a tapas bar is (or should be). I will say they have some flaws in the execution though (hence the 3 stars). Preliminary note: This restaurant is in a very hot spot in Atlanta (at least nowadays), so, it is crowded most of the time. Keeping that in mind and since I'm alone for dinner (business traveler) and I always sit at the bars, I have to say, the restaurant seems to be having some staff issues. Then taking a closer look at the bartenders, I realized the problem is not the personnel but the bar set up. Sounds the restaurant has some lack of space for bottle storage in the bar and the bartenders had to go back and forth from the racks at the back of the bar to get the ingredients for their drinks. There were 3 bartenders at the bar, plus 1 bar back guy and they collided all the time with the amount of traveling they have to do. Please do not blame it on the bartenders, the culprit is not theirs in this case. As a matter of fact, they were all very attentive. With that said, I will put the services outside of the equation and focus on my meal experience. Even before I could order my drink, a bartender gave me a plate of Patatas Bravas to try. It just came out of the blue (I did not even order it, but seems someone rejected the plate and it ended before me). I really appreciate this bartender handled that plate which was really good, even when I am not very fond of very spiced food. I orderer a glass of Tempranillo and a plate of cold cuts and cheese. The Jamon Serrano (prosciutto cured in paprika instead of salt) was average, so was the sobresada (soft pork sausage), but the manchego and the quince preserve were pretty good. I will have to say, the Jamon Serrano tasted more like Prosciutto than Jamon Serrano, but I enjoyed it anyway. After that, I ordered, gambas al ajillo (garlic shrimp) with a glass of Muscat. The wine was very good, I cannot say the same thing about the gambas. First , the gambas in Spain are the really tiny small shrimp, not the shrimp we find here in the fish markets which are kind of couple of inches long. Gambas are around 3/4 of an inch. I know it is very difficult (amost impossible) to find those in the US market but at least, the execution can be perfected. First. the shrimp is not clean (ok, ok, I can de-tail the shrimp myself, but the purpose of the gambas is that they come already cleaned, at least in Spain they serve them that way), and then, they lack of seasoning. Gambas al ajillo are supposed to be garlicky (I think I mentioned this in another of my reviews here in Yelp!). Anyway, I will stay away from Gambas on my next visit. After that I ordered Albondigas. Those were cool. Kind of under seasoned but they tasted pretty much like a very good meat ball complement in spaghetti. I really liked them. I was in a rush to go back to work so I could not experience anymore about this restaurant. I paid the bill, greet all the bartenders and leave. One thing I have to point is the ambience.. it is very loud and vibrant, kind of hectic, though. Looking at some people around me it sounds more like a place 'to be seen' than a place those particulars enjoy going to. Anyway, if you can bypass that and the fact the place trends to be loud, I will say Barcelona is a good option when it comes to Tapas (I will really reserve my opinion on some other tapas places around Atlanta in this review, you'll have to check my other ones). Salud y pesetas, tios!!!
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Chelsea W.
I've been here on several occasions and have yet to have a bad experience. I love the location, the food is delicious, and they have a nice selection of wines. It is on my list of places to bring out of town visitors. The service has also been great every time I've been. On my first trip, the waiter was very helpful navigating the menu and offering suggestions for our table. We've also had free dishes sent to our tables several times, which is always nice. If you do plan on checking this place out, I definitely recommend making a reservation. I had a friend come here one weekend and ended up waiting almost 2 hours. She refuses to go back, which is such a bummer because I do enjoy it.
(4)
Ashley L.
Truly an amazing dining experience! Staff is wonderful, food and wine are delicious and the atmosphere is perfect! Great place to bring visitors!
(5)
Jesse W.
Great food, prompt service, and AWESOME customer service! I lost a book on Halloween night, CRAZY BUSY, and they took time to find it, call me back, and get it back to me.
(5)
Megan W.
Went here two nights ago. The food was amazing. We got mushrooms, peppers, and patatas. My margarita was ok but Bartaco is obviously the best at making those! The service was friendly and timely. Very impressed.
(5)
Jen K.
There are two elements here to review: the food (most important) and the atmosphere. I would give the bar atmosphere 4 or 5 stars. It was pretty fun. But the food wasn't amazing so that's why I'm giving this place 3 stars. I ordered 4 tapas: chorizo & fig, garlic shrimp, potato tortilla and something else that I can't remember so was obviously not a stand out. The chorizo was delicious and by far the highlight of my meal. Everything else was just fine. I did have a bite of the roasted broccoli and the hanger steak my friend ordered. Again, fine. Nothing here really blew my mind.
(3)
Ryan K.
I'm a huge fan.This is a true tapas style restaurant with the best charcuterie I have ever seen.I felt like I was in South America.Our server Billy spent tons of time educating us about the food and wine and made wonderful recommendations.We tried many new things and had a few old standards.I can't wait to come back.
(5)
Jessica R.
This place was awesome! Great atmosphere for a girls night, and good deals on Wine. The mushrooms and shrimp were amazing. Really enjoyed it and can't wait to go back.
(4)
Keo S.
Definitely try this place if you are looking for a great well-rounded experience. Ambience is fabulous and definitely sit outside if you can. It was a little chilly on the night we went, but the fireplace and heat lamps were perfect. The service was stellar, really yummy cocktails, and then the food came. We loved the hanger steak, beef empanadas, the charcuterie & homemade cheese, and fried cabbage (not on the menu, but it's an absolute staple there). We were stuffed and they insisted on having us try the flan (which was so darn good). Love this place and will definitely be back in the future.
(5)
Jewel D.
Went there on a date for the first time a few weeks ago. We bounced around the belt line, and I was excited to try the flan and their raved about wine list. The initial bartender we dealt with seemed like he really didn't want to be there. I told him right away it was my first time there, as I stared and the huge chalk board of wine selections, and he walked off, without even offering water. Ok - so then I asked to try a few. His only response was that they were out of all the options I asked for. Well then... He did finally offer me a few samples, and I went with a mediocre pinot noir. So then the flan... It was soup. I know flan can be hard to set correctly, but this barely held it's shape and was soft custard at best. Flavor, eh, I think I've had better. We decided to address the second bartender. He was great, brought us a new flan, that one was soupy too, so he took care of it for us. In a situation like that, I'd rather have a manager tell me the flan (or any other dish) just isn't up to their standards to serve, because hey, stuff happens - that never should have been allowed to leave the kitchen, especially twice. Overall, not sure what all the hype is about...
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Sara P.
Great birthday dinner last night with a good friend. Shared a huge cast iron pan of delicious and plentiful palella, along with various tapas, and finished off with glasses of champagne and a molten chocolate cake. Great service and experience overall! We will definitely return in the future for other special meals.
(5)
Jacqueline C.
I am always so impressed with the service here (I fell like the food doesn't even need a review since it goes without saying that it is awesome). I've been a number of times since it's near my apartment, and every time, I leave completely satisfied with the experience. Whether it's a planned group dinner or a spontaneous stop after a walk, this place gets it right, always. I'll focus on my most recent visit: A group of about 12-15 of us went here for a friend's birthday. A reservation was made, of course, but the birthday girl really wanted to sit by the fireplace. Unfortunately it is first come, first serve -- we were told. However, upon arriving for dinner, we were all escorted back to the fireplace seating area where everything was ready for us. I don't know if this was planned and they always intended to give us this section or if it just sort of worked out, either way, the birthday girl was very pleased. Once we were seated and everyone was taken care of, the waitress actually made a point to ask if anyone in the group had food allergies! WHAT!? This never happens. As a foodie with a food allergy, I can tell you, tapas dining can be a bit difficult to navigate, especially with a large group. But they were completely and unbelievably accommodating to me and the other girl with food allergies. Not only would she tell us what we could and couldn't eat whenever a new dish came out, but if something came out that one (or both) of us couldn't eat, they would bring an alternate version that we could. Amazing! Never have I ever...we were just so blown away. Throughout the evening they continued to take such good care of us, so good in fact you start to feel like the only people in the whole place. Now that's service. I it's not just this last visit. It really is above and beyond every time. Without exxageration. Every. Time. This will continue to be my go-to place for spontaneous dinner adventures with my friends, planned group events and entertaining my out-of-town guests. Kudos Barcelona. Kudos.
(5)
Lindsey H.
The cool kids rave about this place. It's so packed on a Saturday night that I can't even hear myself think. The environment is VERY loud. So my girlfriends think food is great and wanted to take me there for my birthday. I don't have the heart to tell them how much I didn't like it. All I saw was pickled meats, cheeses,and produce with over toasted bread. I just ate when I got home. Oh, and make reservations ahead of time. There's no way you're just walking in without waiting at least an hour. Service: very nice and pleasant Environment: loud and uncomfortable, but you'll be seen Food: pickled and not impressive Sorry cool kids.
(1)
Kelly Z.
Yum! I had the pleasure of enjoying my Wednesday before Turkey day here and this place was packed. Reservations were easy through their website and we were seated within the first five minutes of arrival. Dark wood, low lighting, huge central bar, and wine flowing everywhere. this would be an awesome date spot. They were offering a 6 for $46 but me and the boy werent very hungry Let me just say that the service here is awesome! Our waitress was the perfect blend of hands off and attentive. Different servers brought us our food and all were friendly. We started with a pitcher of the red wine sangria, which i thought tasted like a big jug of hawaiian punch but who doesnt love spiked hawaiian punch? Great deal at 24 dollars. Food: Patatas bravas- so many tapas places just don't know how to fry a potato anymore but these are perfectly cooked and the sauce is smoky and the perfect complement. Hanger steak- chewy, small serving. The marinade and the sauce was good but I probably wouldn't get this again. Mussels- these were really salty, typical mussels, tomato, crusty bread..nothing special. Overall, great ambience and service, I'll definitely be back to try some more tapas. Also, every time I drive by this place it looks packed so make a reservation!
(4)
LeRue C.
Barcelona Atlanta is the one of the reasons that I live in Atlanta. While it is still the south and we have a long way to progress, I can honestly say the Atlanta restaurant scene continually impresses. I am thankful for trying out BA on a Monday night, exactly on it's seventh day of being opened. I arrived and my friend was waiting for me at the packed bar. It was like a Friday night in there. BA interior is absolutely beautiful. The wood throughout is amazing and you can tell that there was a ton of work involved in making this a lasting and memorable experience for patrons. The art is pretty cool too. All the men were sporting a beard for Movember, and I have to say that they were wearing them well. It was sexy lumberjack central at BA. Allie our server was really funny. The poor thing gave really long spill about the restaurant and how the menu worked. I was tired for her. We ended up ordering a few tapas and some wine. The wine list is extensive and I was a kid in a candy store. I LOVE RED WINE. The Rioja, can't recall the name and the Cab blend that my friend ordered were incredible. The tapas on the other hand were pretty good. The hanger steak was flavorful but tough. The chicken empanada that came with a nice guacamole which was tasty. I didn't try the beef empanada but he seemed to enjoy it. The people next to us were eating what appeared to be a traditional Paella and it must have been good because they didn't leave a morsel on the plate. The tapas portions are quite small for the $8-10 price point. BA is no Eclipse Di Luna. This place is all about the ambiance, service, and the wine. BA is definitely experiencing opening pains but they are doing an excellent job. They are still in the over deliver phase which is good. I think four different people came to our table about six times total in the hour plus that we were there. I didn't mind because as I mentioned before, the sexy lumberjacks were not hard on the eyes. All in all, BA is a beautiful experience that all of Atlanta wine and food connoisseurs will enjoy.
(4)
Maya C.
This is my roommates favorite place to take visitors. I've always found the staff to be great. They can always point me to a red wine that I'll love. My favorite small plates are the ones involving salami.
(4)
Kim N.
Brunch was delicious and price was reasonable. 1/2 off most bottles of wine on Sunday starting at 12:30 pm :) - Steak & eggs - skirt steak, chimichurri, 2 eggs, grits or potatoes - flavor was really good, my steak was cooked to the perfect temperature - Barcelona benedict - pretty good. Morcilla is spanish blood sausage just fyi - Churros w/ spiced hot chocolate sauce - loved the sauce, didn't really like the churros... they seemed kinda burnt & was coated with way too much sugar/cinnamon They serve bread & olive oil while you wait for your food, which was absolutely delicious! Service was alright... the place was pretty busy so it's somewhat understandable. Very pet-friendly, which is great! Barcelona offers complimentary valet parking. Bf and I got there by walking through the BeltLine Eastside Trail.
(4)
Steven G.
We drive by this place all the time and thought we should eventually try it. I should have sold some plasma first...Barcelona Atlanta is not cheap and the portions are small. YES, I've heard of those things called 'tapas' and I know those places are generally expensive. And YES, I understand the pricy nature of the neighborhood and the motif of the place. With that said, the food was very good, the service was pretty damn awesome and the beer tasted cold. That's a winner in my book! We had a group of 4 and were seated promptly. The waiter was f'n Johnny-On-The-Spot the whole time, keeping our glasses full, chatting us up and recommending dishes. Speaking of food, we did the Empanadas, Ham & Cheese Croquetas, Herbed Goat Cheese & Mushrooms and the Crispy Calamari. ALL WINNERS! Like I said, the food is good. We destroyed this tiny meal in no time. We were only there for a light bite and some drinks so we did not sample any of the entrees. Although, I'm sure they are fabulous as well. This place is slamming on the weekends and is fairly loud, be prepared. They have a really nice deck area and I can see us hitting this place up again after the cold blows away.
(4)
Kendra S.
Was looking so forward to celebrating a special occasion here with friends...could not have had a worse experience. From the once over I got from the host when asking for a table..."it'll be over an hour" (with empty tables all over), the experience only got worse with the horrific service from our bartender (short man with red beard)...he was rude, spent most of his time ignoring us, and sarcastically asked us if "we wanted him to get a manager" when it took us over 15 minutes to get our check. What a horrible place that led to a great group of people going to a neighboring restaurant for dinner. Make sure that if you go there, you are prepared to act pretentious to get some attention, or else you will be ignored and treated terribly. I'll make sure to tell all my friends to skip this place for any one of the other amazing places atlanta has to offer. Check yourself, Barcelona wine bar...your entire atmosphere was atrocious.
(1)
McCall D.
You can find good food in most Atlanta neighborhoods, but you don't always get the premium service you get a Barcelona. A one drink and a few tapas night turned into cocktails, tapas, a bottle of champagne, and dessert. We were enjoying ourselves so thoroughly we couldn't leave after just one drink. Table favorites: The Bourbon Spice Rack, Papas Bravas, and crêpes. We loved the service from Jared, Sam, Manny, and Emily! We will be back and we will tell others to join. Keep up the great work!
(5)
Rahi R.
Service sucks
(2)
Bryan S.
Hadn't even been seated and the staff had brought 4... 5 complimentary trays of tapas around for those waiting, as well as two trays of sangria. Extremely hospitable. Amazing food. Half priced bottles on Mondays makes it a go-to. On busier days you have to buy a drink at the bar before they'll seat you. (I've heard the portions are getting smaller, but this isn't a rumors review)
(5)
Tina T.
I absolutely adore this place. When I first discovered this place, I kept going and spending all my money there for the first 3 months. Hiiiiiighly recommend the Salvaje Mixed Grill which has Morcilla, Duck leg, and San Sebastian Gaucho and is meant for 2 people (or 1 really hungry person). ONE more thing, almost forgot. Definitely try the Flan. My favorite thing there. LOOOOve it.
(5)
Kelsey H.
My best friend and i stumbled into Barcelona yesterday, very hung over from adventures in ATL on Friday. We were greeted by Cory, who was, hands down, amazing. He had awesome recommendations and made the experience perfect. Food was phenomenal. Environment was great. Eye candy.... On point. sexy man with the dreads.... I see you ;)
(5)
Heather D.
This place is amazing!! I am visiting from Philly and I could not be happier. Lauda was amazing on helping choose a wine, Jared was a great server, the manager was amazing, brought the Chef out who is a Philly guy to say hi... This was an all around fantastic experience. Amazing wine selection... I was ready to choose and thought lets leave it up to the experts and so glad I did. Fantastic tapas, the ceviche to the hanger steak, simple elegant and the taste was out of this world. Barcelona more than lived up to their reputation any time I an in Hotlanta this is on my list!!!!
(5)
Chamstar C.
Great restaurant. The food is delicious, especially the whipped sheep cheese (favorite thing on the menu). Great atmosphere, service, and management. This place is a favorite date night place.
(5)
Mark A.
Barcelona really is one of those restaurants that are perfect to meet up with friends at to enjoy food, cocktails, and conversation. It's nice to order a variety of tapas between friends and share and then order more of what's most popular. Also, although I've had better paella, Barcelona's is actually quite good and most likely the best you are going to find in Atlanta. Between the wine selection and specialty cocktails, it's hard to go wrong with drinks. The atmosphere is enjoyable and the patio is a great amenity. The one thing that really sets this restaurant apart, though, is the staff. In my experiences dining here, they have always been extremely friendly, willing to go above and beyond, offer great recommendations, and really create and all-around wonderful dining experience.
(5)
Need F.
It was very nice the food was very good every dish that came to the table. The steak was the best I've had in a very long time. I highly recommend this restaurant, from valet to bar to dinner table.
(5)
Keja J.
I came to this place for brunch yesterday. Let me first start by saying that this is a place meant for drinking mainly wines. They have an extensive wine menu which is great if you are a wine drinker. As far as food there are not entrees just tapas, sides and meat and cheese options. The brunch menu is not extensive at all only about 8 options or so. I had the lobster Benedict which was pretty good. I did like the fact that one of my eggs was not runny the way it should have been. I told my waiter once I saw her again when she came to ask how was our meal, she had said she could have had it redone for me but to be honest we hardly saw her and I told her that and she apologized b/c they had her working like 3 sections. it wasn't overly crowed, but for them to have her working outside (where we were) then inside at the bar and another section really hurt they service that we received. We probably saw about 4 different servers at our table. And although everyone was pleasant even when we sent my dates entree back b/c he had the 3 little pigs which btw weren't 3 little pigs just a sausage sandwich that said it had a fried egg but it had a sunny side up egg and he doesn't like those, so they were nice enough to make it over. All in all it was an OK experience our service is what suffered the most. i do feel they could have had more brunch options available. And if you are not in to eating a lot of meat such as pork or beef then this may not be the place for you. I wanted to try a cheese dish but they all had some type of pork or beef with it and so I had to pass. There were a couple of seafood options but not many. So once again great to probably go to for some wine and tapas but not a place to have a dinner/lunch or brunch in my opinion.
(3)
Whitney H.
Still not the best.... I went on a date here two weekends ago. (My date said he's heard about the place from his boss and wanted to try it out) Once again the food was delicious but took some time getting to us. I told my date to "make sure" to make a reservation or we would be waiting over 2 hours and the bar area id too crowded. Note: he did ask for an inside reservation, We got there and were greeted rather abruptly. We explained to the hostess we had a reservation even though she did not hesitate to tell us there was a 90 min wait. She asked us to wait for moment and then 5 minutes later said the only thing they had available was a "warm seat outside." (That's crazy- what's the point of a reservation at Barcelona- clearly it means nothing.) Well, it was windy and my hair was all over the place. The heaters are not conducive for extreme wind. We had three waiters-not sure why that's necessary. I wish it could have been a better experience this time.
(2)
Vishal P.
Come early or make a reservation! This place gets busy! The resultant is big and the service is friendly. A nice selection of wines. I love their Tapas! Great place for a date, a night out, a quiet meal, or just trying something different!
(4)
Lindsey E.
Whoa! What an awesome place. I went here for Valentine's Day and fell in love. Great drinks, great food, great service. We arrived on time(ish) for our reservation and they were packed. There were several groups standing around waiting for tables but the staff handled it with expertise by walking through with complimentary tapas and sangria to make the wait less painful. We ended up waiting about 25 min- not too bad for V-day in Atlanta. Once we were seated, the service didnt stop. Our server was awesome and didnt seem at all overwhelmed with the packed tables. She was also super helpful with recommending a wine and answering all of our questions. I ordered the spinach chick-pea casserole, brussel sprouts and mushrooms. They were all great. The mushrooms were the best I've ever had. The prices are right on par with any other tapas place I've been to in Atlanta but the food just seems to be a bit higher quality than say, Noche or Loca Luna. I also appreciated that they can accomodate vegetarians/vegans without any drama. The atmosphere is very busy but they have an outdoor seating area if you dont want to feel "closed in". We sat inside because it was freezing but I hear the patio is heated as well. The interior is beautiful and thoughtfully designed/layed out. Just a great place over all. This will be definitely be added to our rotation of date night spots.
(5)
Leah D.
A 5 star rating is few and far between in my book, but Barcelona may be a new favorite in my world of Atlanta foodie goodness. Atmosphere is a crowded, NY style feel where the table on either side can hear your conversations as much as you can hear theirs and nobody cares. Very hipster, but people look and smell nice. Great wine selection from all over the world. We ordered a bottle, and our server, Aaron was really knowledgeable and helpful. We trusted him to select our tapas for the evening since it was our first time and we felt adventurous. Next we shared some sweet paprika pork rhines? The ham and cheese croquetas were amazing! We had mushrooms with goat cheese and then the grilled hangar steak. All the tapas were unique and perfectly plated and prepared. The manager came by to ensure we had an amazing evening, we did. We finished our bottle of wine by a wood fire outside and even though it was drizzling, it was a nice romantic spot. Already trying to convince others to go back with me!
Not that impressed. The appetizers were ok, the paella was bland. The service felt rushed and inauthentic. I would come here for a glass of wine and maybe nibble on a cheese or two.
(2)
La C.
Barcelona Wine Bar & Restaurant is a favorite in Atlanta. The dinner menu food is always top notch as well as the wine. Although there are several things this restaurant could do better, the food and the wine is so good that it is worth going back . . . frequently. Pros: Waiters' Knowledgable: The waiters' know the dishes on the menu well. And even better, they know the wine on the menu, how to describe it, and what it goes well with. Quality of the Food and Wine on the Dinner Menu: I can't remember a time I've been disappointed with a dish or bottle of wine that I've ordered at Barcelona. Dining Room Atmosphere: The dining room is a relaxing yet upbeat place to have a hearty dinner with a group of friends or a cozy dinner with a loved one! Parking: $2 valet. It's worth it! Cons: -Bad with Reservations: I have never been seated at, or ever near, my reservation time at Barcelona on a Friday or Saturday night, whether I'm with a large or small party. In fact, I have never waited less than 45 minutes to get seated, even with a reservation. And as some other customers have pointed out, the hostess is never apologetic about the wait. For this reason, I will rarely go here on a weekend night. Reservations and just walking in on a weekend night, however, tends to be fine. -Loud Atmosphere in Bar Area: If you are hoping to have a conversation with others at your dinner table, pray that you are seated in the dining room and not in the bar area. However, if you're just out for a drink and don't hope to have a lot of conversation, the bar area is fun! -Bad Brunch: I hate to say anything bad about the food at Barcelona, I really do; however, I have tried brunch here now three times, and each time it has been extremely disappointing. So disappointing that I will never return here for brunch. Some Favorite Dishes: -Bacon Wrapped Date over Sherry -Meatballs -Calamari -Cauliflower You truly can't go wrong with anything item on the dinner menu!
(4)
Joyous S.
Average experience each time I visited (met up with girlfriends a couple of times) ....food is good if you like Spanish inspired tapas...I did like the outdoor seating and atmosphere ...valet is good service as well!
(3)
Lucy P.
I was very pleasantly surprised with our trip to Barcelona. We live in Chicago and were visiting friends in Atlanta. We went here on a Thursday night. Both my husband and I are vegetarians and usually we find the options at Tapas places lacking, but we decided to give it a whirl. Vegetarians fear not! We were very pleasantly surprised. Their menu has a lot of vegetarian options that don't seem like afterthoughts. Everything we had I thought was delicious with the exception of the paella. It was just a little too smoky for my taste. It wasn't bad, but it just wasn't my favorite. When our waiter asked if everything was good, we just mentioned that it wasn't really our favorite, and without hesitation or even us asking he took it off our bill...we didn't even say it was bad, just not our favorite. I could see how it would be a little loud, but we didn't sit over by the bar so it was a little quieter. But really I don't have any complaints. The food was delicious, our waiter Billy (there was a second one too...but Billy's name is on the bill) was delightful. I don't have a single complaint. I'm so incredibly happy we decided to give it a try! If you want to give it a try and hate crowds, you can try a weeknight.....
(5)
Shana B.
Love this place. Great food. Delicious drinks. Cozy atmosphere. Great for a date night or hanging out with a group of friends. Very nice outdoor patio area with heated lamps, a fireplace, plus they give you blankets. We were very impressed! Since its a tapas restaurant, we ordered the chicken and the beef empanadas and a mushroom and goat cheese dish. I prefer the beef over the chicken but both were very good. It was my first time tasting the mushrooms and goat cheese and it was pretty good as well. For drinks, would recommend the sangria or choosing a wine from their extensive wine list. Best part of the night was hearing L. Knight playing amazing music. Overall, my friends and I had a wonderful time. The only small critique is that the restaurant felt a little tight at times but it was pretty busy when we were there.
(4)
Maria R.
I love this place! I've driven here twice from two hours away and it's been more than worth it. The food is outrageously delicious (if you like steak you HAVE to try the churrasco...) and the service is absolutely top-notch. If you're not sure what to order, talk to the waiters--they're very knowledgeable about the menu and will help you find dishes that will appeal to you. I would highly recommend making reservations if you're going for dinner, because this place gets packed on the weekends!
(5)
Jenna M.
The atmosphere here is amazing. It is a high energy spot with great decor. Not only that, but the tapas are delish! The servers have a pretty good grasp on the menu and always have great recommendations. Furthermore, the wine list is great. I do not like the brunch here as much as dinner, but I highly recommend it! P.S. I love the bathroom decor (just a side note)
(4)
Miss M.
Ecco is my favorite restaurant...I think Barcelona has changed that. The staff aims to please and the food is amazing. It was a cool night and our server offered me a blanket- how sweet! I love the olives and the Malbec selection!!! I ordered the snapper it was fab...the edamame side could've been better. I've had the crepes and gluten free chocolate cake (different visits) and they were both awesome.
(5)
Brittiany M.
LOVE this place! Though I am sad that Zyma closed, Barcelona exceeded my expectations. Every Tapa we ordered was amazing !!! The wine list was refreshing and our Server was very knowledgeable about the list. I can't wait to go back when it is warm outside so I can sit on the beautiful patio. The Wine Flight is well worth it and make sure you try out the Organic Greens salad...YUMMY! Barcelona was packed on a Tuesday night. Way to go for a new restaurant!
(4)
Candace M.
I have been here during lunch and for dinner on a weekend. On the weekends, this place gets packed so either get your name on the list and find something to do for a while or get there early. The food is good there. Not the very best that I have had but pretty good. The cabbage is OK. I am a fan of cabbage and it is different how they cook it but it was a little too sweet and after a while I was tired of the taste of it. I really like that they walk around with samples while you wait for your table that was a major plus. I had a great time and overall the food was good.
(4)
Kathryn H.
I have to give them 5 stars. The cocktails here are amazing. I normally don't order specialty drinks because they are too sweet, but not at Barcelona. They are perfect!! The food is delicious. You can even close your eyes and point at something on the menu, and feel confident you'll enjoy every bite! To wrap it all up...the atmosphere is relaxed on one side of the restaurant and lively near the bar. No matter what mood you are in they have a spot to for you. At the end of the evening you'll return home and feel as though you've been on a fun adventure experiencing a different culture.
(5)
Lee C.
The food is good and the atmosphere is very nice. The service is hit or miss. I'm a northerner so it's difficult to disappoint me where service is concerned, but Barcelona feels like a TGI Friday's, not a 50$ brunch place. Staff seem arrogant - it's a cool decor and in a nice neighborhood - but get over it. We did have one very nice server. The rest were either inexperienced or feeling great about the restaurant. There are four of us, food service was alright. Some awkwardness ensued as servers try to fit dishes on the table, no big deal. Our server is clearly not having a good day, but so far nothing to complain about. After brunch the wives ask for crepes and we all order coffee. The server lingers at for a moment looking annoyed and then things go downhill Server: "Are you ordering dessert?" Me: "Yes, we'll have the crepes. Thanks." Server: "OK. You didn't say anything." Me: "Yes we did." Here's a tip - never argue with customers. I'm not into getting the last word but this was so in-your-face rude that I couldn't let it pass. My friend's pregnant wife asks about decaf tea - the server looks irritated and responds "Earl Gray". We ask a different server (who was very nice) and she brings the tea box that contains several decaf varieties. Another rude encounter that I won't go into. Manager was courteous as we leave but I notice the evil eye as we are walking down the sidewalk.
(2)
Donald H.
Really wanted to give these guys a 5 start rating but couldn't due to the following...Weekends are really busy for them and there are inconsistencies with tapas dishes. I didn't grade them too harshly as I'm sure the volume of dishes served is immense. Besides that, the atmosphere is a mix of local 20 somethings and middle aged patrons. The drinks flow and due to the small amount of space behind the bar, the bar keeps are always on the move.
(4)
Elliott I.
Service, wait staff, everyone is exceptional. And the menu is incredible! Harold is the man!
(5)
Jie Y.
This is the best tapa place in Atlanta. Our waitress is really nice. The tapas are great. It's noisy but all tapa places are noisy. The paella is just OK, the portion is really large. They are really busy, so make a reservation in advance.
(5)
Alex S.
They have such amazing service all the while being busy as all get out!!! Also I love that they have a 2 man system with their waitstaff :)
(5)
Ebeni p.
I finally made it to Barcelona to see what's all the hype is about and I'm glad I came. The food was AMAZING, plenty of different signature dishes to choose from and the wine list was beyond my expectation. My husband and I went on a Sunday around 6:30 pm, it wasn't overly crowded, the waiters were friendly we received our food and drinks within 15 minutes. I will be back!
I completely enjoyed my experience here. I loved everything. The waiter was great (loved the wine he recommended) and the food was awesome. The ambience of the restaurant is good, I bet it gets better as the week progresses (I went on a Monday). Can't wait to go back!!
(5)
Hieu H.
Great drinking spot in Inman Park, though it can get very loud and packed. Definitely try to get a reservation on busy nights. Love the decor. A pitcher of Sangria is a steal at just 23 bucks. great tapas! Standouts include: - Potatas Bravas -Roasted Garlic Bulbs - Chorizo with Sweet & Sour Figs - BEST DISH!! - Albondigas - meatballs in tomato sauce -Homemade empanadas -Mussels al Diablo
(3)
Bethany B.
So glad I gave this place another try. Went in tonight and had an amazing meal! The ribeye was a highlight! And the desserts were impeccable.... Can't say enough about the food and the service was completely on point. Andrea was amazing, always available without being intrusive. I am so excited to go back again, and visit their new establishment Bartaco. Thank you Mike, Andrea, and Sean... You have earned a customer for life
(5)
Sol A.
I can only comment on the beverages of this place as I didn't have food while I was here (will come back for sure and make an addendum about that). The thing I remember the most about this place it's their atmosphere, casual, relax and really inviting. I ordered a glass of wine and it tasted really good. The servers are very friendly and help you decide if you are new to the restaurant. I meet one of the owners when my friend was making a reservation for her anniversary and he was really cordial and friendly.
(4)
Arika S.
Really great spot - service was good, food was good, and the location is great! It was a bit crowded and we had to wait despite having a reservation so that's the only downfall. I recommend the lamb chops, hanger steak!, sauteed kale, mushrooms & herb goat cheese!, and calamari. The eggplant was just okay and the bacon wrapped date was served a bit awkwardly with only one date.. it was good, but I don't recommend it for a group. Overall, highly recommend this spot.
Barcelona has quickly become my favorite restaurant in Atlanta. Not one of my favorites, my absolute favorite. It's one of the few restaurants in Atlanta where you'll find a diverse mix of people, excellent service, delicious food, great drinks and perfect ambience. It really has a special energy that you don't find at other restaurants. I promise I'm not getting paid to say this. I've only been with groups and we always start with pitcher of Sangria which is delicious and cheap considering it's $26 but you get about 8 drinks out of it. I definitely recommend sharing a bunch of different tapas, cheese plate and the Parrillada which is steak, chicken, sausage and pork. The crepes for dessert are amazing. I can't wait to return and try more tapas and drinks. This is truly a special gem in Atlanta.
(5)
Justin S.
I come here often. Thursday evening is my favorite because there is a live jazz band in the bar. Most of the tapas are very good; some favorites would be the grilled quail (the best), smoked octopus, charred broccoli, lamb chop, beef empanadas, and whatever fresh whole fish they have for the evening (the red snapper for example, is delicious). The cheeses are excellent, and wine selection extensive. If you want to sample several before deciding on a glass, they will accommodate. It can't always be said about establishments in Atlanta, but their staff--particularly at the bar, hostess staff, and manager--are outstanding and get to know their customers quickly. As a businessman, the only thing Barcelona could do better is have more bar seating, as while large, it is still a significant bottleneck to revenue maximization. But this is the nerd in me talking. Cheers, and enjoy.
(5)
Victoria P.
I returned to Barcelona - this time with just one guest and we were seated outside. It was a Thursday evening and as usual, the restaurant was packed - but we were not crowded. It was comfortable. As usual Sean (I spelt it correctly this time....) was a charming host - one of the best I have experienced in the city. Did I ever mention the seafood paella at Barcelona? It is untouchable Myyyyy goodness! Totally don't-talk-to-me-while-I'm-eating D I V I N E! ! Our server was attentive and gave us good suggestions for our wine pairing. I do not recall the name of the wine - but I know it was Spanish and it complimented the drunken goat cheese dish very well. For dessert, I tried the Crepas Salguero which was naughty enough to make me blush.
(4)
Mike P.
Great Place. Perfect for a date and they know what they are doing with food. We went for tasting party so we didn't order off the menu. I want to return with friends and really explore the menu.
(4)
Anthony L.
The tapas here is always great and the service is some of the best in the city. If you get a chance to visit make a reservation for the outside fireplace seating... Sexy Sexy
(3)
Michelle E.
Weekday lunch. Caipirinha. Multiple small plates, shared with a friend: beet salad, jamon Serrano, assorted cheeses including manchego, spinach/chickpea casserole, egg/potato tortilla, meatballs, fresh/crusty bread. A little bit of everything so as not to fill up on anything in particular.
(4)
Dalton S.
EXCELLENT WINE! IMPECCABLE WAITSTAFF! Mediocre food. I've been here multiple times because of the service and the wine selection. I also enjoy sitting out on the patio and people watching, but, don't expect a culinary explosion. The food is just meh. You go here for the wine and atmosphere. It's dog friendly.
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Thai N.
With six guys, there were plenty of dishes ordered: - Jamon Serrano (One of my favorites) - Jà mon Iberico de Bellota - Caña de Oveja - 6-Month Aged Manchego - Mahon - Manchego + Jamon Croquettes (One of my favorites) - Grilled Hanger Steak (One of my favorites) - Pulpo Gallego - Chorizo + Sweet-Sour Figs - Crispy Cauliflower (One of my favorites) - Gambas al Ajillo - Pan Roasted Venison - Spinach-Chickpea Cazuela (One of my least favorites) - Mariscos Paella (My least favorite) - Salvaje Paella (Did not try, but was ordered for the table) Most of the dishes were good, but not quite as great as the one's called out in the list above. I was looking forward to the Mariscos paella - particularly since it takes quite a while to make and I haven't had it in a very long time. I was a bit disappointed with the paella. I thought it was far too salty. Squeezing the lemons didn't help. Although the grilled shrimp was very tender and perfectly cooked. Great service given we kept ordering food. For many of the above, we ordered seconds. Would definitely come back for the tapas, but not so much for the paella.
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William L.
Ruined my 30th birthday We went here at 9:45 with a 9:30 reservation. Not until we were seated were we informed the kitchen was closed and only tapas were available. THIS is not what I wanted. You are a late night restaurant most restaurants serve a filling menu until 10. The server was unable to say what time full dinner is Served. I will not get into the unacceptable service and quite frankly mediocre food my real beef is listed above
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Jamie P.
I had a rather enjoyable experience. There's such a variety of flavors, mainly tapas, on the menu! You definitely won't get bored. The dessert was delicious too, very rich. I was there on a Wednesday and it was packed, so don't be surprised if it's full of like-minded patrons. The tables are kind of small, so you're only served two dishes at a time. This setup seems to be part of the overall feel too. It keeps the conversation and food flowing. It also encourages you to share your food and try lots of different things. The staff was friendly and, above all, very knowledgeable about their dishes (of which there are many!).
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Christina K.
I ventured over to Barcelona (finally after a gazillion years on my bookmark) a few weeknights ago for a late birthday celebration. I highly suggest following your GPS because there is a sign on the restaurant front, but it's in bronze against a dark wall with little light on the street so it could be very, very easy to drive by. There is street parking on 2 sides of the restaurant and a parking deck right across the side street, but when I asked the valet attendant, he kindly told me that I could park in the garage for free. Awesome! Seating was quickly, I had beaten the majority of Atlantans who were still stuck in rainy traffic. I was greeted by a server right away with water and had time to peruse through the menu. Once my friend got there, the other server (our section had 2 people working it) came over and explained the menu. Based on his suggestion of 2-3 tapas per person, we met in the middle and ordered 5: -Crispy calamari: (5/5) I really liked this dish, it was perfectly done. The calamari was tender, yet cooked all the way without the extra chewiness. -Fish plancha (2/5): I understand that this is a tapas place, but you should stay away from this dish as it is itty, bitty, tiny and not in a cute way. It was one of the smallest fillets I have ever seen, been served and eaten in about 3 bites. Save yourself the $9.50 and go ahead and order the whole fish instead, you will be happier. -Piquillo Peppers (4/5): I have to admit, I was not looking forward to this because of it was peppers and everyone's spicy level is different. However, these peppers are not spicy at all and are stuffed with goat cheese, thanks for our server for recommending them! - gamabas (3/5) shrimp in a garlic sauce. Although I love shrimp, the portion did not match the price tag of $9.50 as the shrimp was flavorful, but very tiny. -Albondigas (5/5) these were amazing little meatballs with veal, beef and pork in a zesty tomato sauce. Get them, they are good! - Caponata (4.5/5) a purried eggplant dish that was really flavorful. I love how eggplant, when done right, is almost "meaty" and they did this right here. It definitely showed some Moorish influences with the spices. However, it is served at room temp and would have been better served hot. During our meal, the restaurant went from quiet to extremely LOUD once full. The whole restaurant is wood and glass, so that made the noise level even louder. If you are going here on a date, try hitting it before everyone comes out if you want to be able to hear your dinner mate unless you are talented at reading lips. The servers were pretty good at walking by and checking in on us and it seemed like the restaurant worked as a team in that anyone walking by and seeing an empty glass would reach over for the pitcher for a refill. When we were gathering up our things, 2-3 servers said thank you and bye which was really nice!
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Martha K.
Such great food! I went there for dinner with 2 friends of mine on a week night and it was still packed out. So the host told us to wait by the bar- which had no room at all. The restaurant is a tight cozy squeeze but it's a warm vibe. Our wait was about maybe 20-25 minutes long. Once we got seated we tried a few wines with their extensive wine list. The waitress was pretty helpful and we ordered a bottle to start off our dinner. Our MASSIVE dinner. We started off with some meat and cheese of our server's choice/recommendation. Which was all so good. Then my friend ordered 14-16 plates of food. No, this isn't exaggerated. Mainly all tapas but we had 3 entree plates as well. There isn't anything that I wouldn't recommend. It was all so delicious, you can't go wrong with anything on that menu! 100% go there. Get some wine have some great food with friends. It's worth it if you've never been. I'll add pictures of all the plates we ate :)
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Alysha K.
Every time I have the opportunity to visit Atlanta I always make sure my boyfriend and I visit Barcelona. We were very pleased to see the menu had changed and was offering nearly 15 new menus items for our eager mouths to choose from. The food never disappoints, as usual. We were even welcomed back by the Manager, Brad. The wait time can be a little tricky as this is a very popular place to eat (but for good reason). I definitely suggest in making a reservation, however if you don't mind waiting, then it's not too bad. The service is usually fabulous, however this last time we went it seemed like our table was on the back burner and we had to ask every time we wanted refills and to have our plates changed. Yet, all other times the serving has been impeccable! I recommend this place to everyone. Whether you're going on a date or family is in town, Barcelona never fails to impress.
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Tessa B.
Went here for dinner last night and sat at the bar. It takes 5+ minutes to wave down a bartender with a sour look on her face, which is why I knocked off a star. However, the food and wine was delicious. We ordered the hanger steak, potatas bravas, seared tuna, and the crispy cabbage. The kitchen was out of the cabbage, and we mentioned an older menu item, mushrooms and goat cheese. Heather took our request back to the kitchen and came out with a custom mushroom and goat cheese concoction which paired perfectly with the steak. Big thumbs up to Heather, and round of applause for the other bartender who made us blow job shots ;)
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Giselle B.
I really like it here! Great, attentive staff, and wonderful food. Sit outside to people watch if you can!
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Tonia C.
Amazing atmosphere. Manager and servers were. Very nice. I think something happened though because we waited about 20 mins between half of our dishes. The waiter asked how everything was and we informed him we were still waiting on half. He then had them out promptly and apologized. :) As you can see from my pictures the food was amazing, especially the white sangria and churros.
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Molly C.
This was our third time to dine at Barcelona and again we were not disappointed! My one complaint about Barcelona (and the reason I deducted one star from my rating) is the wait time even when you have a reservation. We had a party of 8 and a 9 pm reservation, but weren't seated until 10 pm. On another visit we had a large party and a reservation, and were not seated for 2 hours. Both times, however, management was very generous in providing the table with multiple free tapas dishes. If you have a large party, then go in with the expectation that you will be seated later than your reservation. Barcelona is always packed and standing room by the bar is at a premium. Many patrons have to spill out the front door onto the sidewalk while waiting for their tables. After waiting for an hour past our reservation time, we were seated outside (in January). Luckily there are tons of heaters and blankets for guests to drape over their legs, otherwise it would have been absurd that they were seating so many people outside. If you are going to eat here in the winter, wear some layers in case you get seated outside Now on to the food! I apologize for the lack of pictures, but we were with a large group and I was afraid of being judged. Everything was absolutely delicious, per usual. The bread baskets came out piping hot, flaky and light. We quickly started ordering tapas and they came out in rapid succession. Meat and cheese plates, albondigas (meatballs), calimari, manchego and jamon croquettes (one of my favorites), mushrooms and herbed goat cheese, potato tortilla, patatas bravas, Brussels sprouts (highly recommend), butternut squash (excellent), braised short ribs. For dessert we had the churros (amazing) and the dulce de leche crepes. There was not a bad dish in the bunch! Bar service was a tad slow, so seize the opportunity to order a drink even if you aren't ready. We received a lot of free dishes due to excessive wait time, but the final bill split between 4 couples (including food and drinks) was only $55 pre tip per couple! I definitely recommend a visit to this amazing restaurant!
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Empress A.
I just absolutely adore this place so much. I have never been dissatisfied when coming here. I love their tapas menu. There are many things and interesting ingredient combos on the menu that I've never had before. Some I like, some I don't, and some I just don't eat (beef or pork). Service is always excellent, Tim was awesome but Doug is the man too! Great atmosphere, good company, nice crowd. Great wine selection. Jep would pick out the best wines for me, based on what I was into that night. Anyway I'm going on and on... This place is awesome! Ps. Be Nice
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Biss E.
FOOD Chorizo + figs: Delicious and filling. Get this. Patatas bravas: Basic dish--potatoes with mayo and tomato sauce. Up to you. Red snapper (plancha): Smaller dish with light flavors. Up to you. Crispy cauliflower: The sauce is great. Get this. Hangar steak: Great truffle sauce; small dish. Get this. Steak paillard: Citrusy with potato crisps. Up to you. Croquettes: Creamy inside, crispy outside. Get this. Mushrooms + goat cheese: Flavorful mushrooms, cheese is strong. Up to you. OTHER Wait time on Saturday @ 5:45pm: none. Service: Good. Valet: Good.
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Helen K.
Loved this place! Located in N. Highlands near my favs of Sotto Sotto and Fritti, this place offers complimentary valet. Atmosphere was great. If you want a little mellower vibe to talk, sit outdoors but the inside was perfect for a friday night. It was very lively. We had a group of 6 in our table and was seated right away with our reservation. We ordered 6 tapas dishes and shared 2 person paella, along with a pitcher of sangria. The tapas came out right away and we were very pleased with the service. The staff was very well trained and had great team work that would always refill water, change out to clean plates, and always asking if we needed anything. I give a thumbs up for the staff, especially when the environment is little loud and chaotic. On to the food, bread was always fresh and hot and the olive oil was delicious that no pepper nor vignette was needed. Churizo and fig was as good as the reviews but the flavor of the figs were not my favorite. Calamari was surprisingly very good. Not overcooked or chewy and had a great flavor with a pinch of salt. Beef empanadas was delicious but my favorite had to be the ribeye special that they had! So juicy and tender with excellent seasoning. Potato was okay but a good filler and my friends enjoyed the kebobs, but personally i do not enjoy too herby dishes. Just to warn you, theses are small tapas so we devoured amongst the 6 of us pretty quickly. We sipped on our sangria afterwards. White traditional was what we ordered and wish it was mixed little better as all the sweetness was on the bottom of the pitcher, but regardless it was pretty tasty. Then our entree came out. As hungry as we were, we were disappointed at the size of the 2 person dish and thought to ourselves that we should have ordered a bigger size but it was still perfect to give us room for desserts. Seafood in the paella was delicious! So fresh and cooked just right. Needless to say it was gone in minutes and our paella cravings were fulfilled. Then the finale, we ordered churros and crepas for dessert. Churros was sort of a let down since the chocolate didnt have the sweetness that we were looking for. But the crepas was perfect both visually and taste. Inside they had these chunks of caramel that you cant help to fall in love with! Overall, great place! I did want to note couple of observations that did concern me. This place seemed to have no ac? Just fans so it was a bit warm inside. Also, as i walked past the hall to go to the ladies room, the cured meat station was visible and umm... i wouldnt order the meat anyways but i saw a fly perched on one of the meat... this should be addressed. Lastly, paella was delicious but be ready to drop $25 per person... which seema little high.
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Nina P.
Love the tapas, and the attentive staff. There were not many options on the dessert menu. The dining room was very crowded and noisy.
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Steve M.
I have been here at least three times and every time I get a bit more impressed. Best Spanish food in Atlanta. Staff awesome.
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Brandon Y.
this the best place i have been in Atlanta for tapas in my opinion. They have really great cocktails, and the serving staff is on spot. Id make reservations if you plan to go on the weekend or some weeknights.
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Jessica D.
Foodie time, and my friend suggested coming here since it's been on his to-go list for a while. Tried to make a reservation for 8pm, but the restaurant was booked until 10:45. However, they told me that they reserve random tables for walk-ins, so we decided to tried our luck. Our group came in around 7:30 and was seated immediately on the heated, outdoor patio (otherwise, our wait was one hour +). There was a heat lamp for every two tables (but every table was covered) and complimentary blankets on every chair, which is great or else I would have frozen out there. The menu is split into three main categories - meats and cheeses, tapas, and entrees. Entrees take about half an hour to prepare, so if there's anything of interest to you, place these orders first. Between all of us in the group, if I remember correctly, we had: Complimentary bread with olive oil MEATS AND CHEESES - Jamon Serrano - Speck - Valdeon TAPAS - Caldo de pollo (soup) - Spinach-Chickpea Cazuela - Short rib - Duck fat potatoes - Butternut squash ENTREES - Paella Mariscos - Chicken Pimentos DESSERT - Churros Y (dark) Chocolate Of everything we had, I'd definitely recommend both entrees -- they are worth the wait! The short rib and duck fat potatoes are also good. Outdoor seating is definitely a lot quieter than inside the restaurant. Parking is valet with a $2 minimum. Essentially, the valet guys explained that the restaurant keeps the first $2 from tip and the rest goes to them. They were quite careful around corners and speed bumps, which I greatly appreciated. Overall, excellent service, food was good, etc. but I'm not much of a tapas person.. so I couldn't give this place a "Yay! I'm a fan" 4-star rating.
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Felipe V.
1. Reservations are useless 2. This place is literally a a mix of a Spanish tapas restaurant, Bagatelle in New York and Houston's. 3. Reread #2 because its essential. 4. Sadly disappointed. 5. Sad to say I will keep coming, but that's a reflection on the current restaurant/bar scene in Atlanta not the quality of Barcelona.
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Rhiannon H.
Excellent place for larger groups to split small portions (tapas). Fairly intimate setting and on the nicer side. I definitely recommend getting the chef's selection board to start (make sure you get the pickled vegetables and aged manchego) and also get the zucchini and crispy cabbage for tapas (excellent choices for the vegetarians). ALSO must get the $30 bottle of rose! So delicious
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Rashida C.
Tapas tapas, taste a little order a lata! I dined here Sunday night and the atmosphere was romantic. I ordered SEVERAL items on the menu that didn't contain meat and most of items were good! The chickpea and spinach dish and potato quesadilla were my favorites! The chickpeas were cooked to perfection, still solid but soft enough to bite into with ease and they were moist! They were also flavorful! On to the potato quesadilla! Sooooo good! I ordered 3! The homemade sour cream with chives was the perfect topping. The wine selection here was also wonderful! There was something for everyone on the menu. Both wines that I had were new to me and I enjoyed them both. My server was not so friendly nor attentive but whatever.
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A C.
People dress up to go to Barcelona, but you can come casual! It's fun, the service and food are both EXCELLENT, however keep in mind it's VERY crowded on the weekends. If you make a reservation be prepared to wait. If you don't make a reservation you will wait longer, it's a popular place!! Its worth the wait people! The tapas are pricey but yummy and if you dont like tapas the parrilllada is delicious and plenty (so nothing like the tapas). The charcuterie and cheese... delicious! The wine list is LONG and very good. The location and restaurant feel are perfect for a date but it's loud. The bar is a great place to meet and pick up people. I have been coming for years and I have to say I really like this place, the managers do a great job at keeping the standard of quality and service. Good job!
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Gaurav K.
If I could give a half star, I would. This rating is not for the food, the food was decent enough to taste. This rating is only for the service. A few friends and I went for dinner on a friday night. We were seated about ten minutes after our reservation. Our server was completely disinterested. He barely took our order, while he was tapping his pen on his pad which suggested he was in a hurry, and that it wasn't worth the time to wait on us properly. Unfortunately though, that was better than the management decided to treat us. Management told our server not to serve 4 of the people in my group any drinks, cause they were too drunk. This was our start to the night. None of us had any alcohol to drink, and when we asked management for an explanation, their attempt at an explanation was laughable. In the end they apologized for their mistake, but by then our mood was spoilt and appetite diminished. If you deny someone alcohol, you better have a good reason to. The management at Barcelona did not. All we got was "someone saw someone in this group drunk". If a hunch was all it took to deny alcohol, I feel like there was a double standard. Cause as we were being denied alcohol for being too drunk, we saw a couple of patrons walk out and stumble to the ground, clearly inebriated beyond their capacity to walk and function coherently. The whole night left a sour taste in my mouth. I've heard complaints from many people that staff at Barcelona comes off as pretentious. I was able to see it first hand, and it has convinced me never to go back again.
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Kyra M.
If you live in Atlanta you have probably had your fair share of tapas places. This one however, is in a class of it's very own. I am ashamed to say that I am just now giving it a go. My husband allowed me to choose a place to celebrate his 30th birthday and I am glad I made reservations here. Our reservation was for 8:00pm on a Saturday but we didn't make it until 8:15 due to spending to much time getting fly for the night. The place was packed and the hostess asked us to go to the bar and wait. We waited in a very crowded, elegant bar for 10 minutes. The seating style is European style so I was uncomfortably close to my neighbors table. However, after the bottle we finished of the french wine, (combo of Merlot, Cab and Shiraz) I didn't care much. We ordered the mixed grill named Barcelona and potatoes which were awesome. That meat platter was enough to feed 4 people. The NY strip was overcooked for my medium standard. The server was quick and so was the food. We spent $100.00 but I had no regrets!
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Emma F.
This is my current favorite restaurant in Atlanta and our go to date night for special occasions. Now, I admit, I'm of Spanish decent and grew up eating Spanish food in Miami and Spain. So, for that reason, I am predisposed to love a good Spanish restaurant. On the other hand, this makes it incredibly difficult for me to find a restaurant I love which meets my expectations. Barcelona does it, and in spades. Wine: Starting with what I love most about Spanish food lol. They have an enormous wine list with some great wines by the glass as well as a plethora of excellent Spanish wines by the bottle. They even have a variety of Vega Sicilia wines. They also have mixed drinks and a full bar so you won't leave thirsty. Atmosphere: Very comfortable, casual and upscale all at the same time. This is the kind of place you can go to in Jeans and a nice top or get decked out dressed to the nines and still feel comfortable going to. The bar and patio feel more casual than the tables inside but the relaxed feel permeates the whole restaurant. Service: The waiters here have always been seriously friendly. They have a system where you get served by two people which at first seemed a bit odd but has really worked out well as we've been back again and again. Food: Ok, here's why I love them... The food tastes like it did in Spain and dishes which we didn't have in Spain had flavors which would be familiar enough to any Spaniard to be called Spanish. There is no higher praise I can give them. Here's what we've had: Paella De Mariscos: Awesome, best Paella outside of Spain, even better than a couple we had in Spain (I'm looking at you restaurante balcon de europa in Nerja!) Seafood is perfectly cooked and the rice had the nice crispy bits at the bottom. That said, the portion on this is HUGE. It says for two people but I'm not kidding, it would easily feed 4 as an entree. Morcilla: You can ask for the morcilla as an app and I recommend that you do. It has a fantastic texture and flavor that any lover of a good blood sausage would greatly enjoy. It's so rich and creamy it almost approaches a French boudin noir in texture but with all the flavor of the traditional morcilla. Morcilla and Fried eggs: This was/is on their brunch menu and was amazing. The perfect breakfast. I could eat it every day. If Don Quixote had eaten this instead of his Duelos y quebrantos he would have won the fight against the windmills, I'm just saying. Crispy Pig Ears: Remove any notion you have about pig ears being dog food, that's silly and stupid. These little babies are the potato chips of the gods. Thinly sliced, tender pig ears deep fried and sprinkled with a lightly pickled onion garnish. Like dying and going to pig heaven. Pulpo: I love pulpo when it's done right and I hate it when it's not. Seriously, I go from rapturous pleasure to heaving. This is of the rapturous variety. Warm Potato Tortilla: Like mom made it, except with an awesome sauce accompanying it and they serve it hot not room temp as I'm used to. Gazpacho: This was an odd version of gazpacho, more like a tomato sauce than a soup. Delicious, but not what I or anyone else really would expect. Mushrooms and Herbed Goat Cheese: Heaven in a little plate. I love veggies and mushrooms in particular are a fave. These are so good that the goat cheese really isn't even necessary. What makes this dish really is the wine sauce they cook the mushrooms in, so good. Grilled Lamb Chops: This was good but not the best lamb chops I've ever had. A bit tougher than I would have preferred. Flavors were dead on though. Churros: These were real churros, none of your boxed crap here. Extruded into oil, fried on site, served with thick chocolate churro awesomeness. One odd thing was that the chocolate was spicy. I am a churro purist, this was not appreciated. Hubby on the other hand loved it. So I'm really just being a snob here. Note: Their menu rotates quite a bit and it's possible that when you go, none of these things will be on the menu. What I will say in way of advice for those looking to make ordering decisions. Look for things which are more in the traditional vein. They really seem to do these dishes well. That said, you really can't go wrong, I haven't had a single thing here I wish I hadn't, even the gazpacho, which was a bit odd, was tasty. So order with abandon and if at all possible, sit outside. Last time we were there we saw a police run down a perp on foot and arrest him not a block away. You never know what you're gonna see!
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Julie V.
We arrived to a prospect 1.5 hour wait. However; we were catered to complimentary sangria and prosciutto appetizer and staff that was all smiles. Plus, we were seated before the hour. The food was absolutely delicious!!! The cocktails caipirinha could have been better. We had another cant remember the name but is similar to a mojito but with a kick and that was goood! Tapas Eggplant Beef empanadas Calamari Potato brava Pork ear fries ( sounds disgusting but omg this was delicious) We are definitely going back this time with some friends! You will not be disappointed! We ordered some 4-5 more tapas all was great but gave it 4 instead of 5 stars bc there was a bit of lag receiving the last two tapas. We were so full that it worked out perfectly but I believe somewhere along the line the two tapas were missed by the bell bc everything came out back to back. It was a crazy busy night so this small hiccup was no big deal. All else was fantastic! Pictures attached. We had the chimichurri steak and lamb chops on 2nd visit. Not so impressed with these. Tried the pomegranate salad and that was very good. Out second visit fairly early in the night about 9:30 they were out of bread which goes perfect with the eggplant dish and out of the pig ear fries :( so sad that night!
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Jenny T.
My friends from town brought me here and it was pretty awesome. We parked some blocks out by the skate park. Came on a Thursday night and were able to get seated pretty much immediately. The whole restaurant was pretty loud, and it was very dimly lit, but enough to admire the decor. The device was great--very personal, very engaging and very quick and informative, too! The seats are super high up which is interesting. So we were in an elevated booth. The pitcher of sangria we got was awesome. For $25, it was a pretty good deal. Tasted delicious. We also got a couple tapas: - cod croquettes: crispy on the outside, super moist and soft on the inside. Kind of like a twice baked potato... Except with a deep fried outside. I think the fishy taste was a little too much for me - cauliflower kumquat salad: amazing. Reminded me a little of cole slaw, but less crunchy. just very thinly sliced cauliflower with a light sauce and pieces of kumquat that went well with it all. - beet salad: I've had a little better. I know the less is more concept, bit I would've liked there to be more flavor on the beets. Cooked well, though. All in all a great spot. Going to try the one in DC
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Susan H.
Meh... Now they have all female bartenders, not really what it was when it opened. Used to be fun with DJs and now it's a bunch of average folks working behind the bar. We like looking at pretty people behind bar. And... Food was average for being pretty expensive. Meh... Just meh.
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Preeti M.
DJ on Saturday nights is the best! Plays a variety of music and having a DJ at a wine bar by itself was a happy surprise. We had a blast. My friends and I were a little disappointed to see the crowded had thinned out by midnight which is strange because we would expect it to get more crowded as the night went on. We arrived around 10:30 and it was packed - lucky to get a table right near the bar section. Wine and service was great, will definitely come back on a weekend night to enjoy the entire evening (with hopefully a crowd that sticks!).
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Kristen H.
FIVE STARS. Furreal. This is the best service I've ever had. I made a reservation for my husband's 30th birthday on a Thursday night. We arrived a bit early and I was afraid we would have to wait, but nope! They wished him a happy birthday as soon as I gave them my name and sat us. The manager took us to our table and introduced himself. He even gave us his card and told us about their taco place on the Westside. Told us to drop his name over there. He was fabulous. It was just beginning to get chilly when we went, so when we were seated outside, I was worried. No need to worry: fire, heaters, and BLANKETS. It was amazing. I was even offered an extra blanket, but I was perfectly comfortable with just one. This was both of our first times, so our main server (main because we had two servers plus the manager who stopped by at least three times) explained the menu and recommended his top favorite dishes. We ordered: house cured olives roasted garlic bulbs - These were good, but tricky to eat. We probably wouldn't order them again. summer sausage - I think it was the Picante. It was spicy, but was served with grapes, which were surprisingly the perfect compliment to the heat. chorizo and sweet-sour figs - Very good! meatballs (Albondigas) - Our second favorite dish. grilled hanger steak - Would order ten plates of this next time. So delicious! This was almost too much food for the two of us, so you could get away with ordering less. We also ordered two cocktails each, which were fabulous. They were served by the bartender who made sure we were satisfied with our order. Then we were served TWO complimentary birthday desserts (the chocolate cake and the crepes) plus champagne complete with a Russian toast from our server. Again, FABULOUS experience. The best thing: the bill was around $80, which I thought very reasonable for such an amazing experience plus four drinks and lots of food. The only negatives I can muster: there was a wait for the bathroom because they only have a few singular WCs. I could see this being a problem on a really busy night. If you've never been, trying to find the place is a little difficult as the sign isn't very big. There's valet, but we drove past it and ended up paying to park in a different lot. We sat outside, which seemed to be roomier than the inside. The tables inside were very close together. This wouldn't bother me, but might be an issue for some people. I highly recommend.
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Shaye B.
Barcelona is a great time. The food is delicious and the wine menu is fun - Spanish options, mixed with some South American choices. If coming Thursday thru Saturday after 7 a reservation is recommended if your party is more than 2 or if you'd like to eat prior to 9! This place always has a lot going on! To be honest I showed up at 8 on a Wednesday with a friend and we didn't get a table til about 9:30. However the bar at this place is awesome and when it's packed there are plenty of free tapas being passed around (typically less sold vegetarian dishes which is great for variety - I've received the patats brazas and the chickpea casserole on separate occasions). Regardless, food is great and since it's tapas, it's as expensive as you want it to be. I am a huge fan of the manchego jamon croquettes here. Just 5 balls of deep friend cheese and ham with a creamy aioli! The calamari and meatballs are great too. Meat and cheese plates here are also worth looking into. After that I like to mix it up a bit and pick a new meat dish to accompany those choices. So the place misses a star on service and mainly geared towards the bar. It's just so slow! I'd like to enjoy some wine with my tapas please! The drink service runs significantly slower than the food service and honestly the place loses money over it. If done right the first glass of wine comes out asap so you order a second after the first tapa/meat and cheese! Regardless the wine here is great and it's worth the wait but it can take a little away from the experience! To counter the negative though - the place does a great job accommodating taste tests of the glass offerings! I highly recommend this place for group dates/girls nights out or if you can manage to get there a little earlier in the night, just a nice date night works too!
(4)
Nilka G.
One of the best restaurants in Atlanta ! The service here is class A!!!!!!!!!! Food was amazing !
(5)
Kellie T.
Barcelona never lets me down. I thought their dinner menu was good, and then I went for lunch the other day and thought it warranted a review. They're really doing everything right here, from the ambience, to the staff, and most importantly - the menu. I sat outside and sipped on the Barcelona Gintonic and then enjoyed some ceviche in the spring sunshine. One of the best lunch spots in Atlanta, in my humble opinion. :]
(5)
Debo R.
Great experience! The drinks were great! The service superb! The Manager came by and talk with us to make sure we had a great time!
(5)
Ray M.
I loved this place ! The sangria was delicious. I had two of them in fact.I enjoyed the calamari it was fresh and perfectly cooked. My bff loved the beef she said it was tender, perfectly seasoned and burst in your mouth with flavor. I didn't care for the fig and chorizo it was not worth 10 bucks. Please make reservation or u will be watching other people eat. I will be back.
(4)
Priti J.
I went to Barcelona with my husband on new years day. I have to say it was an amazing experience and a good pick by my husband. It is said that "the more you eat New Year's Day the more you prosper!" So we decided to order lots of food! Meat+ cheese: Jamon Serrano - 5 stars Salchicon de Vic - 5 stars Finocchiona - 5 stars Tapas: Spicy Eggplant Caponata: 3. 5 stars. Not exactly what I expected but was not bad. Charred Broccoli: This was a boms. 5 stars. Roasted Garlic Bulbs: 2 stars. Wont order again. Paella: We ordered Mariscos: 4.5 stars. It was delicious. Dessert: I got Flan Catalan: 5 stars. Best flan I ever had. Must try! My husband had: Warm Chocolate Hazelnut Indulgence - I am not a chocolate fan but my husband loved it! 5 stars.
(5)
LaÃza B.
I really liked this place. Great food, service and location. I love how pet friendly they are. My dog was allowed at the patio, and the server brought him treat and a bowl of water. Super sweet and polite staff. I will def be a regular :)
(5)
Marjan D.
I loved the atmosphere at Barcelona. It is very modern and trendy with a really cool wrap-around patio. Tapas are delicious and perfect for sharing.
(5)
Catera W.
I had a Gr8 time with Lyds- thats my friend btw. Gr8 selection of wines. A patron at the bar brought me a Bourbon Spice Rack with was really good. I do recommend you give it a try. I also saw the bar tender make several Whiskey Roots, something I would like to try next time around. FYI tappas are REALLY small portions.
(4)
Lia P.
If this review was just for the paella they would get a solid 5 stars. It's hard to find a place that does paella right but they do it. If you care about soccarat (aka the crunchy stuff on the bottom of the pan) when you eat paella, then come here. It was also loaded with tasty sausage including my favorite kind- blood sausage! There were also chickpeas in there which was interesting. It's definitely a pretty restaurant and a very BUSY restaurant. The staff there seemed overwhelmed and everything took just a bit longer than one would like. I don't mean the paella, that understandably takes time. But I ordered sangria and that took awhile. I was sitting outside though, maybe it was an area far away from the bar. We had two servers assigned to us and it wasn't always easy flagging one of them down. Our girl server was friendly but unfortunately not super well versed on the menu items. She had to go check on what a couple things were in the paella and sangria. This isn't a cheap restaurant so a little more polish would be appreciated. In addition to the paella we had a meat and cheese plate which was pretty tasty. I wasn't left with a desire to come running back, but I would go again. Especially if I wanted tapas or paella.
(3)
DpursuitisReal L.
I've been here a few times and my experience is ALWAYS the same- fun-filled day/night with charismatic people that either came with me or I met while visiting here. Wine selection is #AwesomeSauce bartenders are attentive and creative (If needed) despite all of the hoopla that's going on. The energy is always on 10 UNLESS it's an easy brunch Sunday and even then you feel like doing something devious. Love this place makes me feel like I'm pretending to be a grown-up which is delicious at my age. #DPursuitIsReal #TellingYouWhatIThink
(4)
Andy K.
If you're looking for tapas, look no further. However, one of the first things that caught my attention was the extensive wine list. Although my party didn't order any alcohol, the wine list here is great and they also have cocktails, beer, and pitchers of Sangria. Now onto the tapas--we had the grilled quail breast and grilled lamb chops. The grilled lamb chops were okay. I wasn't crazy about the Romesco sauce (although it probably was very healthy) that it came with but the meat itself was juicy. The quail was a lot better in my opinion. It was just as juicy and also came with a more delicious, sweeter sauce. On top of that, we had the grilled Churrasco, a flank steak dish--yes, we were carnivores that night--along with sweet potato French fries. Now the meat was cooked to medium-rare, but the dish fell a little short of okay. It didn't taste like that great a cut. Although I was not too impressed with my most recent visit, I was thoroughly impressed during my first visit where I had some of the other tapas.
(4)
Molly M.
I adore the atmosphere! This used to be my all time favorite, but the food quality consistency had taken a nose dive. The wine list is excellent. Choices are limited if you avoid pork.
(3)
Danielle C.
Why not 5 stars? The only reason I am to giving this experience 3 stars is because of the reservation process. I made a reservation for 14 people... no problem! I show up on a Monday night (half of bottle night which I did not know about) 10 mins early. I was told by the host that I could not be seated until my entire party of there. I was not told this in my original reservation call but I said okay, I will wait. The bar was full so I waited outside; about 30 mins later, 2/3 of my party had arrived; I go back in to let the host know that the other 2 people are on their way but it was hot so we wondering if we could be seated; he rudely told me that the reservation was only held for 10 mins after the time and that they were now breaking up our table and that the whole party had to be present. Well, in true Atlanta fashion, they got stuck behind a wreck on 285... so we waited... and waited. Patrons passed us and joked how they had finished their meal and we were still waiting. No one came outside to check on us, I had to keep going in and asking if we could be seated; I finally got another host who then decided to put us in for a table; The place is now packed and we have to wait once again.. we heard excuses from they are cleaning the table now to we are waiting on a party to vacate a table big enough for us. We were seated after WAITING for 2 HOURS with no apology from the host (who seemed like the shift manager). We would have left but nowhere else was open on a Monday night at 9:25pm in the area. The redeeming quality? I told our waitress what had happened and within 10 minutes, we had 5 appetizers on the table for our wait. That being said, for large groups they offer an $35 menu where each person pays 35 and you get unlimited tapas from the menu. EVERYTHING was AH-MAZING. The food and service from our waitress was so amazing I would go back. Just next time I wish I would have been told of this reservation policy and the host could have been kinder and maybe even apologized.
(3)
K L J.
Wife Jackie and friends Vitali and Paula and I enjoyed a great evening here. Kind of loud, but after a settling-in period, it was easy to communicate, and the boisterous bistro atmosphere added to the enjoyment. Service was great, with the staff effortlessly and apparently happily backstopping each other the entire time we were there. And my theory about tapas (spending more generally means adding interesting taste "notes") was clearly validated here. Albondigas - OK, have had better, but very competent. Lamb chops - excellent, but pricey. Kale - who knew kale could be crispy, delicate and this wonderful? Get this. Chorizo with figs - O M G, one of the stars. GET THIS. Hanger steak - good, but I didn't find it as wonderful as other posters. Beef tongue - excellent, paired with green beans. This will make you puzzle about why Americans don't eat beef tongue all the time. Broccoli - good, but skimpy for the dollar spent. Quail - Teeny, expensive, but GET THIS. Lightly smoky, tender, perfectly done, with absolutely amazing spices. WOW. Chocolate Indulgence dessert - nah. Save yourself for Dairy Queen. Lots of good food, lots of fun, lots of yakking, lots of everything. Oh - a little hard to figure out where the restaurant is. I didn't see the word "Barcelona" anywhere on the street except for in the small valet parking sign. Valet parking is free, suggest a $3 - 5 tip. Nice, apparently conscientious people working the lot. Go there. With friends. (Make reservations early, even a couple of days early!)
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Julie C.
Remarkably great service for as busy as they are--and the food is all HOT and very tasty. We found that everything needed a little salt--but that was okay. The big loaf of french bread was almost too hot to handle. The Red sangria with small green apple nuggets was just right--not too sweet or laden with mushy berries. We foolishly ordered the meat plate at the end--my suggestion is to START with this if you have hungry men with you and then get order more tapas. We had the cabbage, zucchini, jamon & cheese, fried green tomatoes (only thing we ordered that lacked depth and flavor), hanger steak (with a delish sauce that had a hint of truffle oil in it), corn off the cob, potato gratin (so so on flavor--I'd add bacon or top with cilantro or green onions to liven up that dish), and oysters. It was a lot of food for five diners, but we enjoyed every bite and will be heating up items from the meat plate for lunch!
(5)
Abhi K.
We did the 6 tapas for $48 deal. Our server was really nice and let us pretty much pick the tapas we wanted, even though it was supposed to be chef's choice. We picked the lamb chops and the hangar steak (the two expensive items on the menu...not by accident!). Between those two, I actually recommend the hangar steak far more than the lamb chops. Not that the lamb chops were bad, they just weren't worth the list price of $14. We also had the chicken croquettes (GREAT), chorizo and figs (GREAT), mushrooms and goat cheese (OK, not spectacular), and grilled broccoli (probably included to balance out all of the more expensive items on our list). It happened to be a Sunday, which is half-price wine. Everything was very good. We spent about $30-$40/pp (can't remember exactly), but I think for the amount of food and a bottle of wine, it was totally worth it. Also, it is worth nothing that all the servers who came by our table were very attentive with water, taking our orders, bring a bowl of water for the dog, making conversation, etc. It was a great experience.
(4)
Adrienne B.
This place took me back to our honeymoon! I really liked their plates and the options they had. A lot of them were very much like the "real thing". I will say their Cava is the bet in town. I hate that we're moving to Charlotte because I will miss this place.
(5)
Rick F.
I struggled with giving 5 stars! Usually when I visit a chain restaurant it loses a star right off the bat! I had to revaluate my system, great time with great friends, great atmosphere, great service, great decor, great wine. Overall one of my better more entertaining restaurants in ATL. I've been twice so here goes the review! Sunday-half price bottles of wine, awesome! Pig roast ordered by the person 1, 2,3 etc.... Seafood Paella was excellent! Oxtail, flank steak, shrimp, ceviche, pumpkin and ham and cheese croquettes all amazing! Thursday-Seafood Paella, flank steak, cauliflower, brussel sprouts, ceviche. The manager was great brought over as selection of Spain's famous jamon, salumi's on the house, martini's, Rioja, and Sangria. It doesn't get any better than this!
(5)
R B.
Great selection of tapas. I had dessert, crepas. Delicious! Vibrant crowd. Courteous staff. Late hours. Our server was Jeff. Excellent!
(4)
Joanne B.
Absolutely always on! The best place to hit Atlanta, I would anticipate one day off after the dozen times I have gone but never! It gets a five and if you haven't been go go go!
(5)
Jerry T.
I enjoyed the food and the outside sitting area. It is a really cool spot and I would recommend getting there early. I could easily make this a weekly spot to hang out with friends. The owner was awesome too! Finally, write a quick review on their survey cards and you get free apps next time you go.
(4)
E L.
I've been here two more times (again for brunch and again for dinner) and I've really come around to it. For one thing, it was fabulous that they were open during Snowpocalpyse. For another thing, their food seems to have improved in quality. Their benedict (with serrano ham!) was delicious. Everything I already loved about it I still love, but now I like the food a little better . . . enough so that this is definitely 4 stars.
(4)
Pratik S.
We went to Barcelona to celebrate a friend's birthday with a group of 8 people. The restaurant looks amazing on the inside and out. There is a fire place on the outdoor patio and the bar is very nice. I am normally not a fan of "trendy / see and be seen" types of places...but I really liked the atmosphere here. They offer complementary tapas while you wait for your table, which was great since we had to wait for over an hour past our reservation time to be seated. They seemed really busy and the hostess apologized several times for out wait. The manager immediately came to our table as soon as we were seated to apologize and offer complementary drinks for the wait. He also offered a set price dinner of $25 that included an unlimited amount of their most popular tapas, and for $35 it would include cured meats and cheeses. This was great as the menu is pretty big and we didn't have to decide what we wanted. We also told him we had a vegetarian in the group and they said they would bring out plenty of options for her. I can't remember everything that was brought to the table, but there was not one item I disliked. I do remember liking the chorizo and figs, empanadas, meatballs in tomato sauce, hanger steak, Brussels sprouts, and the chickpea puree. The service was great and they kept bringing out more and more food...although I think this was to compensate for the long wait we had. I normally not a huge fan of tapas restaurants as I don't get enough to eat and think the portion sizes are too small, but this was not the case at all. We also tried several of the wines the waiter recommended and they were great. I really liked Barcelona and can't wait to come back, although I will probably come back on a weeknight to avoid the crowds. I would have given 4 stars but we did have to wait for over an hour past our reservation for our table and service at the bar was very slow.
(3)
Steve L.
Service, 6 stars Food, 5 stars Atmosphere, 5 stars Filled with beautiful people, 5 stars If you're like me, and ALWAYS have food envy, tapas is the way to go. Sharing is caring in my book. Barcelona makes it very easy to have a great time. What set this experience apart for me was the service. We had two waiters, tag teaming the outside section. Help, a refill, or a passing joke, were never more then a minute away, The food was above average, but the service took the meal to a whole new level. We tried bunch of tapas and meats/cheeses. The standouts were definitely the Honey glazed cabbage, the garlic shrimp, and the steak (flank?) tapas. The food came out as it was ready, so I got to focus all of my attention on one dish at a time. The Paeila looked amazing as well, but that will have to be saved for the next trip.
(Problem #1-Parking) Our work people happened to be in Decatur area and someone told us to visit here for great food. Parking was a headache. Everyone seemed to be parking on the street so i circled around the block 4 times and saw no valet sign on the main street for the restaurant. So i thought that there was no valet service and that they had no parking lot. Finally gave up and pulled into a street on the side of the restaurant and there it was, the valet stand! I wasn't sure if valet was complimentary because the valet stand just indicated "valet" for Barcelona. There was no telling if there were any charges for valet or if it was complimentary. But I wasn't about to circle the block 5 more times so i gave my car to the valet. This would be problematic for first timers like myself in an area that I wasn't familiar with. (Problem #2-Seating) I went here with 5 other very hungry co-workers on a Saturday night. I didn't think there would a table for us immediately and expected to wait. To my amazement, they sat us right away at a tiny round table right next to the kitchen and server's area. Not ideal for a big party. I would have preferred to wait a little to get seated at a bigger table so that we weren't sitting elbow to elbow and having our purses knocked around by anyone and everyone going in and out of the kitchen. If the host would have asked us if we prefer a bigger seating area with a little bit of wait, I think all of us would have gladly waited around. (Problem #3-Untrained server) For drinks, our table ordered a couple of beers, sweet tea, glass of wine, jack & coke, and buttery nipple. Server brought us unsweet tea, severely cracked beer glass that no one noticed but no flaws escape my eyes. We asked for another glass and they gave us another free beer on the house. Too bad a fly decided to take a bath in the new beer glass. What a waste of 2 beers. Server did not seem to even know what buttery nipple was but she took the order without asking any questions. Guess what? I never got my buttery nipple. Server completely forgot and I wasn't going to remind her. She brought us unsweet tea. I couldn't get a hold of the server for the next 20 minutes as she had gone missing in action at other tables. I just grabbed the food runner and asked him to bring some sweetener. I got tired of stirring sugar into each glass so i dumped 5 packs of Splenda into the carafe and stirred it with a butter knife. How stupid did i look? Simply because the server accidentally brought us unsweet tea. And this is just with our drink orders. (Problem #4-Food) We ordered about 8 tapas dishes and 2 orders of paella. $38 for 2 orders of paella....too pricey for my taste buds but who cares? It was going to be on company's dime so why not? I am not a fan of paella because it reminds me of a wet seafood fried rice but i know what a good paella is supposed to taste like. This paella had plenty of seafood on top but when i dug into it to serve it to people, the rice underneath was crisp and stuck on the pan. Great, instead of a wet seafood fried rice, we got a crispy overcooked seafood fried rice. No one at the table was impressed. I ordered a few vegetable tapas plates and was not impressed. Brussel sprouts were burnt black and swimming in oil (kinda defeats the purpose of ordering a vegetable dish for health), spinach and chick peas had a cheap miso paste taste to it that i did not care for, and potato dish was just sitting on top of mayo and ketchup with cayenne pepper sprinkled on top. How creative? Mushroom & goat cheese had not much of a taste, skirt steak was just about the only thing that actually had somewhat of a flavor but it was rather dry and overcooked. Perhaps the kitchen chef likes to let dishes sit for too long over fire and throws in basic ingredients just for the sake of color. Out of 8 dishes, you would expect at least a few to taste good. Every dish was a fail. Manager emailed me after reading my review and asked us to come back to dine on the house. At least the manager is doing a great job monitoring online reviews and i was pleasantly surprised. Oh wait, there was one tasty thing! The churro with chocolate dipping sauce for dessert. If I'm ever in the mood for a homemade churro and i happened to be in Inman Park (probably never), then maybe a future visit is in the stars. But if you like to sip on 50% off wine while sitting next to a giant outdoor fireplace with someone you are meeting for the first time, this may be a great place for you. After all, many people frequent places for ambiance and atmosphere.
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Ceaira W.
The restaurant had an awesome ambiance and the decor was appropriate for the theme that they were going for. The only complaint that I had was the kitchen was a wee bit slow, but the service was spectacular!! I would recommend anyone going and trying the mimosa or the white sangria! Delish!!
(4)
Liz K.
First off, AMAZING atmosphere! The ambiance and vibes of this restaurant truly made my experience there much more pleasant. It was a bit chilly outside but we decided to dine outdoors anyway... covered with blankets, surrounded by heatlamps, and being seated next to the fireplace helped me not shiver to death. After a few rounds of sangria I was warmed up. Ordered tons of food! All were a decent portion to share with my other 3 friends. Spinach & chickpea casserole was amazinggg, as well all the other dishes we ordered: ham & cheese croquetas (can't ever go wrong with those), grilled hanger steak (cooked medium/well), Albondigas, chorizo, homemade chicken empandas, calamari, and topped it all off with a huge pan of paella at the end. My server forgot a couple orders (1 potato & 1 beef empanada) but graciously took off the other order of emapandas we had earlier. We were stuffed by the end of the night! Definitely looking forward to my next visit here.
(4)
Lucy W.
Where ya going ? Barcelona! (lyric from a song from the Sondheim musical Company) Returned here for a proper dinner on the dining room side of the restaurant, which is slightly quieter than the more bustling bar side of the restaurant. they still have wonderful service despite having a very busy bar and full dining room since opening in October. Tried the paella (for 2, with our table of 4, was plenty & we're healthy eaters), along with a few protein-heavy tapas. I almost licked the plate holding the pork cheeks with Mahon grits....swoon, but sadly it was a special and not a regular item on the menu. The paella was the star of the show...giant pan of generous portions, lots of clams and mussels, though only slightly seared and crunchy- traditionally the rice at the bottom of the pan forms a bit more of a crust but I'm being nitpicky here...it was very flavorful and delicious. Also a highlight of the meal was the bucket of warm sugared churros, accompanied with chili chocolate dipping sauce....heavenly.
(5)
Laurie H.
We went to Barcelona on Friday night around 6:30, we had no reservations. We sat in the bar and ordered a couple of the tapas: trout and salmon. The presentation was ok, not what I expected for the price. The piece of trout was TINY, but tasted good. The salmon was pretty good, but again quite small. I know it's tapas, but geez come on. So, we decided to order paella for two. I did not like it, I've eaten paella in Spain. I'm not an expert on paella, but I just think it was too much rice and not enough of the mussels, clams and shrimp. It was "shrimp" paella. There were two shimp (heads on like in Spain) that looked huge. One was bad (mushy inside and tasted funky). There more baby calamari's than anything, which I don't like either. I would not order this again. I'm not sure why I didn't complain about it, but the servers were so nice, I couldn't do it. I'm giving it four stars mostly because of the service and the restaurant design. Tapas were pricey and you're still hungry.
(4)
Andrew F.
All I can say is wow. A friend and I have been watching this space ever since the previous occupant closed it's doors. Finally, after years of waiting, Barcelona opened it's doors for a soft opening last night. Wait, did I say "soft opening"? Because you would have never guessed based on the absolutely flawless food and service we received. My guest and I sat at the bar and were taken care of by a great bartender named Frank. We sampled several of the small plates, but the menu is fairly extensive beyond tapas if that isn't your thing. Although we didn't order the calmari, the dish is worth noting because (as we learned after placing our orders) the octopus and squid is driven in fresh EVERY DAY and prepared in the kitchen. This place also bakes its own bread. The wine list is diverse and affordable and they make a white sangria that is absolutely out of this world and I don't even like sangria. The interior design is a huge improvement as the oval bar makes much better use of the space and wood and metal accents seem tasteful and modern while retaining a welcoming warmth. Definitely recommend this place. Do not pass it up. If they can keep up this level of quality, I see a five star rating as a likelihood when I update this review after my next visit.
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Niyeda S.
Ruined Valentine's Day. What's the point of a Reservation when you booked the whole city? Everyone has been waiting for over an hr WITH Reservations. You tell the hostess you're here only for them to put us on a NEW List and have the hostess say they will find us amongst the other 50 ppl waiting. Why would you over book by soon many? Ppl with reservations are waiting outside and is so crowded you've ruined the intimacy and dining experience with your partner. 9:30 reservation...hoping to eat before midnight
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Kelsi V.
Loved the outdoor fireplace (blanket included), great service, and good wine!
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Roger A.
Exactly what Inman Park needed, and what I've been looking for. from the moment we entered we loved it! Ambience was fun. Decor was authentic feeling but made more modern than traditional Spanish. The welcome was excellent. They were genius to create a wrap around patio given how popular patio dining is in Atlanta and Inman park, and they've created a lovely one. We sat in a perfect spot right on N. Highland with a perfect people watching view, but could still see the inside and hear the music. The music was eclectic and not too loud. They actually had Cake playing when we walked in. Our server, Diego, really knew the restaurant and menu, as he was from one of the Connecticut locations and quite expert. As for the wine, we chose a Rioja (one of my favs) with a great price and it was perfect, delicious! I am not a wine expert, but their list is long enough for any connoisseur. We chose 6 tapas including mostly vegetarian options (yes, authentic vegetarian friendly tapas). Mushrooms with goat cheese were a 10/10, Spanish tortilla (a.k.a. omelet), patatas bravas, roasted pumpkin, and citrus soaked olives. The roasted pumpkin was a great and unique idea, and well executed (I was skeptical of pumpkin tapas, but my wife loves pumpkin so we tried it). The patatas bravas were the best I'd ever had. Not so for my wife, she had one better once before, in Barcelona, Spain! The gambas (shrimp) were recommended by Diego, our server, and were as good as advertised. They accidentally brought us a second serving of patatas bravas, and when we pointed it out they left it anyway. Finally desert. I am part-Spanish (father's side) and even I recognize that the Spanish are not the best at deserts (there are a few good ones but it's not their forte), but we had a dulce de leche crepe that was ridiculously good. We spoke to the manager and told him how much we loved the place. We like a block away and plan to go back again and again. The only downside - the prices are not great. For two people we spent almost $100 (with tip), though we could have chosen more carefully and spent less. Also, we ordered them using a "combo" price that was meant for the heavier tapas; the vegetarian ones are much cheaper. This caused us to accidentally over-pay by $20 or so. That was really the only negative. We felt that we got what we payed for, a wonderful evening and fun and delicious dining experience. We were told that were going to start having some nights with dancing.... I can't wait. We'll be back.
(5)
Anastasia T.
We went there Sat night for a brief dinner before a concert, so we did not have too much time (to taste this and that). We ordered 4 tapas plates and 2 drinks. The service was good and our server was very knowledgeable about the food and the wine, so I really appreciated that. And the atmosphere was very "with it" (which sounds obnoxious and it certainly can be)...anyway, it is sort of a cool place, but don't think that you are as a result cool for going or working there. The food was good albeit wayyyy over-priced. The only plate that deserved its price was the brandade...heavenly good (so good I am about to make it at home -following Tony Bourdain's recipe though). The rest (spinach+chickpeas, chicken empanadas, and the cauliflower) were average...nothing that would make me say in the end, wow that was 50 bucks well-spent. They weren't. (My wine which the server suggested was fabulous...but I think I already mentioned I appreciated the server). Maybe next time (with a wine list so rich and their Sunday afternoon whole pig menu there will be a next time), maybe next time I will be more impressed. Their regular plates did indeed seem promising. Plus I wan to see if their brandade will taste as good after I make it at home :)
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Carrie F.
Prepare to be surprised! We stopped here after checking out apartments in the area for brunch. From the exterior and some of the things I had heard about Barcelona, I really didn't think I would be a fan. However, the service at Barcelona is fantastic, as is the brunch. Although the menu is a bit limited, the choices offered did not disappoint. We both went with the ham and cheese omelets, but probably could've shared one, they were huge! The grits also left nothing to be desired. They were smooth and cheesy and awesome. The clientele was interesting, to say the least, from the more ecclectic, to the experienced Sunday Brunch-ers. This can be a bit awkward, as most of the tables are very close together (a la the actual Barcelona), so be ready to share your conversation and enjoy the conversation of those around you. Definitely worth checking out for brunch, I will definitely be back for dinner soon!
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Philip K.
Afraid to come back...I came here with a friend February 13th at around 7pm. We dropped a name and phone number so we could get in line. We checked out the bar area (room) to see if there were any seats or tables that we could take without waiting. Fortunately we found one, but unfortunately it was too loud (completely understandable) and decided to wait for them to call us. Since it was so crowded we decided to at the patio by the heaters to allow new customers to enter. We wait over an hour and notice people coming in after us without a reservation are seated before us. Looked at phone, no phone call or missed calls. As a result we walk in a stand with the crowd behind the reservation counter. After another 10 mins or so they realize that we have been there far too long and ask for our names. After looking at the reservation list and flipping back some pages, they realize they forgot us. They offered to take our wine order to remedy the situation, but they didn't even offer to take the order after handing back the menu. The hostess then says the next table will be ours, and she walks us to the nice patio area but once we get there, another party has occupied the table. Then we wait again for another 10 mins, and she walks us back into the bar area and offers us the same table we found on our own an hour and a half earlier. Heard the paellas were good...but didn't want to wait close to another hour in the room we had decided not be be in an hour earlier. The waiter was apologetic, but the host taking names on the list was less understanding. The whole experience was killed. Left extremely hungry and frustrated.
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Danya L.
What can I say about my home away from home. Love these folks and love the restaurant. This is the place you go to when you WANT everyone to know your name . Friendly, fun, and quite delicious. The bartenders are fantastic .. and very easy on the eyes- and the management staff is top notch. Sundays are now my favorite day of the week because of their half priced bottles of wine. It can get quite crazy on Fridays and Saturday nights -- so arrive early and /or make a reservation. If you can find a stool , the best place to sit is at the bar. I guarantee it will be a fantastic drink- great conversation, and like I said earlier , there is always a handsome/pretty face serving . The homemade bread is out of this world, and the menu changes regularly - but I have never been disappointed. AND DESSERT IS A MUST .. get the crepes- Heaven on a plate
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Camilo A.
This used to be one of my favorite spots to dine in Atlanta. I have been a chef for almost 12 years, so my expectations were always high and were always met. Except for this last visit, where i left somewhat saddened by the experience. My biggest disapointment was the change in the menu. I am all for changing menu items constantly, but this change was not what i expected. Being of Spanish ancestry (3rd generation) and growing up with Spanish dishes at home, seeing such a heavy Arab influence on the menu was kind of a punch in the gut. If any one knows anything of history, the moors had invaded Spain for over 500 years. So to me this felt like a mini re invasion. Seeing this change in the menu stabbed a that flaming pride of "Iberianism" that i so enjoyed from eating at Barcelona. I loved coming to this place for the tapas, since Spanish restaurants in this city are so scarce. I feel a sad sense of parting since i do feel compeled to return. I hope they decide to go back to Spanish food, because with a name like Barcelona, what else can one expect.
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Ande T.
In spite of myself and the fact that there are SOOOOOO many really good restaurants in Atlanta, I went back to Barcelona. On a Friday night nonetheless. Not of my own accord, it was a friend's birthday choice. Noise is still horrendous. And as if the conversation level in the restaurant wasn't high enough already, they were BLASTING clubby dance music. We were all hoarse after dinner. BUT, the food was much better this time. The did seem to ditch some of the less successful dishes on the menu, and the 2-server thing worked better, with one server VERY attentive to the Optimist vs. Pessimist line of our wine glasses. (if you don't get it, you may never.) All in all, a positive experience, so I'll up my rating. But, I'd prefer to sit outside and would suggest to any and all that they do the same.
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T. Murray -.
This is my happy place. Seriously. I have never had a bad experience here and I always leave with a big smile on my face. Always! The food is great and the bartenders and staff are the best. Shout out to Chelsea, Joe, Mike & Mike, Sheena, Sean & Grady! The hummus is some of the best in the city. Flank steak and the lobster risotto are also favs. I love the potatoes bravas and chorizo. Awesome selection of wines (half price bottles on Sunday). The drinks never disappoint and certain bartenders have made some unique concoctions for me. Been meaning to check it out for brunch but I'm more often in on Friday and Saturday nights. The design of the bar and the indoor/outdoor feel of the venue keep me coming back. Everyone I've brought here has loved it. I do prefer to go during the earlier hours as snagging a seat at the bar is easier. It can get crowded, but this has to be one of the best crowds in the VA Highlands area. Everyone is always friendly and nice. I've yet to visit Barcelona, Spain and will do some day, but for now Barcelona Atlanta is my escape.
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Pam L.
I can't say enough good things about this place. The food, service, and ambiance are exceptional. My husband and I went for our anniversary dinner last night and we were treated like royalty by the waitstaff and management. This is saying A LOT, considering we were dressed in ratty jeans and t-shirts. We weren't playing the role of "A-Lister", but they rolled out the red carpet anyway. Our server (Celeste) was sweet and friendly, while the management (Shaun - Director of Services & Luke - General Manager) all made it a point to check on us several times during the meal. They made real conversations with us and not just small talk. Genuinely cool guys. This place is a class act, yet hip and fun. I'll be making this my new "go-to" special ocassion spot and you should, too.
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Stan R.
Great place but they recycle their bread and olives if not eaten
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Jeff W.
La Grandeza! Just want to say that I had a small issue recently and the owner Sean P. overwhelmingly made up for it last night. What wonderful customer service! Thanks Sean!
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Serena B.
So I went back with my fiance twice after that initial experience. Wanting to show him this awesome little place in Inman Park. I was sorely disappointed. We walked in and the first thing the bartender said was "kitchen's closed, but you can order a drink." I didn't understand why the hell the kitchen was closed if they are still taking reservations online at the time. We ordered a negroni. It wasn't as good as the first time I've had it over there. I guess the it was just that bartender who apparently can't make decent negronis. The whole time she also was doing her check out, and kept stealing glances at us to see if we were going to pay the tab. We felt rushed. It wasn't pleasant. We decided to give this place another chance a week later, went in again. Way before closing time on their website. I called ahead to make sure they weren't closing the kitchen or anything and they told us to come on by. So we did. Moment we sat down, the server dropped off late night menus. I asked her why we were getting late night menus, she said the kitchen's closing. FYI. I live down the street, literally 2 minutes away from this place. I could've walked here. I called ahead to make sure we weren't getting late night menus. Alas, we were lied to. We walked out without ordering anything. My fiance questioned my previous good experience here, and so did I. Don't know if we will return again.
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Jonathan D.
I figure the most important thing to note about this place is the friendly staff. Every time I've visited, they've been more than cordial. Waiters at a place filled with bottles of wine and unfamiliar charcuterie offerings could easily be snooty, but these aren't. They really seem to want to encourage your good time. The food is solid. I had some very good meats and cheeses the last time I went, along with some good small plates. I wouldn't describe their dishes as sublime, but it does the trick. One of this place's biggest assets is the decor. The space feels very modern but still inviting, and I love places with wrap-around bars. The sum of all the above parts has helped attract a crowd every time I've been here.
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J L.
Barthelona, you are just too cool for me. I revert to acting like a shellshocked Kristen Wiig from the Lawrence Welk show whenever I arrive. Too much pressure and I start to foam at the mouth a bit. My friends love Barcelona. I'm convinced it is because of the awesome service. They roll into valet wearing sexy stares while I'm like "Huh, they have valet?..." After a few drinks and embarrassing activity.... "IS THAT BAD?" Truly not joking. Forever and without fail, Barcelona has solely become "Girls Night Out" at the bar, for me. While I would love to come here for dinner, I typically sit at the bar. Sunday nights are 1/2 off bottles of wine, not too terribly crowded, and is a great time to mingle... if you're a mingling type. The crowd is a bit "eh". A mixture of snobbery cougs and men that don't nearly stack up to the Suits at Ormsby's. Thus why I go with my boo-crew. All of the bartenders are sharply dressed in pressed white shirts and black pants, mimicking their striking white bar, which unsurprisingly turns into a catwalk for little dudes pouring drinks into your mouth. Think...Chris Kattan shaking his junk in your face. Getting it. Suddenly, it's Club Barthelona. Anything goes, including dubsteb. I'm being serious. I'm sure I looked real attractive having a bulb shined into my face "saying ahhhh" for god knows what tinkling angel nectar is being bobsledded down my throat. Then, "said" little dude turns around, and struts his cute butt on over to other unassuming ladies (and possibly gents). I recommend standing in a dark corner if you don't want it. Though the 'tenders are very helpful, the wine menu is a little over my head, because in my opinion I may as well be pinning the cork on the bottle. I'm just not savvy like that. When in doubt, they have an equally great beer list.
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Van H.
This is a great place to go out with friends for drinks. However, it is very loud inside so I would recommend the patio seating if possible, it's less crowded and more laid back. The tapas I've had there have been great, especially the steak and brussel sprouts. I also loved the Bourbon Spice Rack cocktail, I even made a note of the ingredients so I could try to make it myself! The service was very good, we had multiple people that came by to check on us as well as the manager. The only downside is the wait is usually very long even with a reservation since this seems to be the trendy spot at the moment.
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Holy Guacamole M.
Overall, the staff is missing "service" in their service. Upon arrival, we asked the hostess for a table; she brought us into the bar area right next to the DJ's table - we were moved into the actual dining area later. The server (tall, black, male) was friendly, but the other staff members weren't attentive, polished, or knowledgeable. They tried to clear our appetizers (without asking) when we weren't done. We ordered our cocktails from our server when he initially greeted us and it took 20mins. for the bar to prepare them; they weren't good enough for a twenty minute wait. The tapas are humorous... tapas are supposed to be small bites at a small price. Essentially, these are small bites with a big cost. I was warned by a Chef not to come here because the menu is very hit or miss and the portions are very small. Against my better judgement, I decided to try it out. I think everyone who says they had a good meal must have been wasted. Barcelonas has this "hangover" appeal to it. Its obvious that food (or service) is not the focus. If you really don't care what you put in your mouth, then this is the place for you!
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Ethan S.
Not the biggest fan of the name, but who cares when everything else rocked? On a Friday night this place is PACKED. Make a reservation way ahead of time because if not, you could be waiting for a loooong time. People seemed to be having a great time and the crowd was pretty young but sophisticated it seemed. The maitre'd was slammed but he was as accommodating as possible and managed to get us a table outside. Be warned, it's very loud inside with the music and talking. The service was spot on and since it was cold they even gave us blankets! A little emasculating but hey, at least I was warm. The food was tapas style obviously. Not the most creative dishes on the menu by any means, but it was all very good. Not super authentic either but some dishes more than others. Either way, authentic or not, everything was great. They give you lots of awesome bread with even better olive oil... I still taste that olive oil. The squid ink paella was very similar to one I actually had in Barcelona, so that was a nice treat... and it's very big! Prices are pretty reasonable too... I guess they make up for that with the volume they do. Also valet is free, just tip.
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David M.
The food was delicious, and they treated us like royalty. We loved the spicy mussels and mushrooms with goat cheese. My wife loved the shrimp. The service was excellent. Then, we mentioned it was our anniversary, and they made us feel like royalty with a free champagne toast and more. I should also mention that we were surprised how large the portions were for tapas. Overall, excellent experience.
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Jide F.
I'd come back just for the wine list and atmosphere. The food was fine, but certainly not amazing. My family and I ordered a bottle of txacoli (Basque wine) and a variety of tapas and entrees. I really enjoyed the pulpo Gallego (Galician octopus) and the flouder (at least I think it was flounder) a la plancha. I was disappointed with the black paella because of the dollops of sour cream they threw on top. It would have been delicious without the sour cream. Service was excellent and our server was extremely polite and attentive. I wish I had remembered her name! Overall Barcelona has a really cool vibe and I'd come back to give their food another try.
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Taylor L.
This place is truely outstanding. The food, the service, everything is quite lovely. I have been several times and never have a been dissapointed. However, last time I went we had a reservation and it took forever for them to seat up, and then they ended up seating us outside and it was freezing. We were quite bumbed but when we were paying the bill the manager came up and COMPED OUT ENTIRE MEAL! the food is so yummy. The fried cabbage is delectable and unique. it has feta and a little bit of a honey drizzle which makes it so special. Also, for dessert the warm chocolate lava cake is fantastic. I could go in detail about everything here but I would just be repeating myself about how good the food was.
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Amanda G.
I'm in love with Spain, a second time. Make that a third time. Tapas restaurants have my heart at "small delicious portions." Food was really good - croquetas are creamy goodness. Veggies added a healthful bite to the fried cheese deliciousness. Chicken empanadas were just okay. Our waiter was a ball full of delight. Brought over the sommelier (or just the wine dude) and asked what I liked and recommended a bottle we might like. We tried it (I didn't like it but said yes anyway - that's my own catholic guilt) and ordered a bottle. Great outside patio, fire pit, and amazing bar inside. I feel like i'm back in Boston in Barcelona...not quite Spain, but another love. So glad I found you! Second note: The "wine dude" referenced above emailed me personally and explained I should never accept a bottle I don't like and apologized if I felt obliged to do so. Wow! What great customer service - legit. And to be fair, I was on a "friend date" and he is not a big a wine dude so I didn't want to seem like a wine snob in front of him. But Barcelona, thanks for being so responsive and amazing!
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Jenneffer P.
Great service and wine.Relax and Enjoy. The menu is nicely diverse and the wine menu is divine.
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Ned G.
Tldr: awesome service can't save expensive mediocre food. I feel like "I really want to like this place" is the yelp equivalent of "with all due respect" And I really want to like this place but after three tries its a no go. The good? Service had always been great, servers are prompt and friendly. Decor is interesting and allows a wide range of appropriate dress. Some of the cocktails are great, the hot dahlia being my personal favorite. The charcuterie was also pretty good, but not a lot of skill involved in slicing meat and plating it. The bad? The food has always been mediocre. My favorite part is the free bread and its been downhill from there. Examples up say? Scallop crudo that sounded like a great idea and then fell flat with way too many subtle flavors but nothing to pull it together and little texture to it. Warm goat cheese dish that ended up being rather meally and one note. The final straw being a "warm hazelnut chocolate indulgence" which was essentially a chocolate cupcake reheated in the microwave with a pretty bad ice cream on top that had hazelnut and coconut flakes and a strawberry drizzle, seemed like someone ended up trying too hard to add too many flavors and the cupcake was unawesome. Overall it strikes me as a place trying too hard to be "cool" and "creative", without much success in the basics.
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Chris M.
Absolute mistake. We had gone to the tapas place in Virginia Highlands, which was an utter joke (didn't even know what a Spanish Tortilla was), so my wife and I had high hopes for Barcelona. We made an online reservation on their website. We got there on time, but they had no record of our reservation. We waited outside of half and hour. The place was super packed, but this is Atlanta where being crowded does not indicate quality. We finally got a table in the bar area, right by the door where servers access the front porch. Every time a server walked through the door he slammed it hard. So I had a door slam right behind my left ear every minute or so. It took them about 20 minutes to come and take our drink order. We were almost about to leave. They don't ask, "what do you want to drink?". Instead, they ask "Do you want water?" Do we want water???? We've been sitting for 20 minutes and this is supposed to be a tapas place. It was busy, but the table next to us was getting regular service. I anticipate a long delay. So we order a pitcher of Sangria and a beer, and water too. We wait. No drinks. The server comes over and asks if we want bread. We say, yes, but we'd like to order some tapas. Ok. We have now been there for 35 minutes minimum and the only questions our server asks us if we want bread and water. So, we order meatballs and the tortilla. They arrive in about 5 minutes. Still no drinks. We refuse to touch the food until the arrive and are designing our exit plan. As far as I'm concerned, even with food on the table, if it is untouched and you leave due to terrible service, that is not dining and ditching. Anyway, after about a 5 minute wait, the drinks arrive. This was by far the absolute worse Sangria I have had in my life. I've been to tapas places in Spain, Chicago, New York, Mexico City, and had all kinds of good and bad Sangria. Frankly, if they had just popped open a bottle of Carlo Rossi Sangria, it would have been better. It tasted like Kool Aid. I drink a glass. My wife has two sips. Disgusting. The tortilla was not bad. The meatballs tasted like Italian meatballs rather than Spanish style ones. The server eventually comes back. My wife tells her the Sangria is undrinkable and orders a bottle of wine instead. The server says she will remove it from the bill but is clearly irritated. She acts like, "Sangria is not for everyone and you should have listened to me and gotten wine." But she overlooks that this is not Sangria. It is watered down Kool Aid. Reminded me of Boone's Famr wine when I was in high school. We order three more tapas: chorizo and figs, swiss chard, and chick peas. The chorizo and figs were ok. The swiss chard wass not good. The chick peas and, was it spinach or greens, were awful. Of course, these arrived at least 15 minutes before the wine. So, we had the wine after the food was done. The wine wasn't bad. Overall, we felt the servers were unfriendly and unhelpful. The food was not good and overpriced. The Sangria was mind boggling horrible. On a scale of 1-10, we give it a 3. Bathrooms are nice.
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M.A. J.
Great food, nice buildout and outdoor patio is super fun space to relax and people watch. Very well trained and courteous wait staff. Try the hangar steak with black truffle sauce, insanely good.
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Christine C.
We were seated almost immediately by one of the managers outside by the fireplace which was nice. However, about 15 minutes after being seated we called over a different waitress who got us our drinks & bread while we waited for our actual waiter to take our orders. Finally after the 25-30 minutes total after being seated, our waiter arrives & we order an entree (Churrascos) for my boyfriend and 2 tapas plates (steak paillard and chicken empanadas) for me. He asked us if we wanted all the food to come out at the same time or if we wanted our tapas to come out first. We told him we would like for everything to come out at the same time. A little while later, the chicken empanadas come. I waited a few minutes thinking that everything else would come out too but after 5 minutes, we just decided to eat the 2 empanadas before they got cold. A few minutes later my steak paillard comes. Since we said that we wanted all the food to come out at the same time, I waited for my boyfriends entree to come out so that we could eat together and not have me awkwardly eating by myself. Another 10 minutes later, my boyfriends entree finally came. Mine has started to cool by now but I was just happy to finally have our whole order out at this point. The fact that the waiter asked us if we wanted our food to come out at the same time & the fact that our food was not given to us at the same time like we agreed made me more annoyed at the whole night. One strange thing that some other reviewers have commented on was the variety of people bringing the food & looking confused as to where the food was supposed to go. For every item, we had a different person bring it to the table. They definitely seemed a bit unsure if they brought the correct food to the correct table. Throughout this whole time, the waitress who helped us at the beginning continued helping us. I think we maybe saw our actual waiter 2 times throughout the night. The food wasn't bad, but the service made the whole experience a miss. If it wasn't for that hardworking waitress who helped us, I would definitely give a 1 star. I don't think we will be coming back anytime soon.
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Esteban R.
very good... the only drawback is that its a bit noisy on the weekends.. .food has been good everytime I have been there.
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Mike B.
As someone who has heard all the hype regarding Barcelona and finally got to go I was somewhat disappointed with the experience. We planned ahead and made reservations for 830pm on a Saturday and arrived 15 minutes early. People were out on the sidewalk crowding the door and it was a pain in the ass to navigate the gauntlet of Atlanta's "in crowd" just to get inside. When we finally made it to the hostess table we said we had a reservation and of course they were running "a little behind" but the host was very gracious in keeping us informed about when our table would be ready so we decided to park ourselves at the bar while we waited. Tucker our bartender was great, recommended a bold red from Argentina that I enjoyed and was very attentive even though they were slammed. Unfortunately with the massive amount of people there it was hard to enjoy much of anything because someone was always beside you or behind you attempting to get to the bar. I recommend coming early or early during the week because it is just overwhelming the amount of people they try and pack into the place. 45 minutes later we were taken to our table where we were seated less than two feet away from a 6 top with a group of people who apparently went to Paris, Italy and a few other places in the last month. The couple on our other side, again less than two feet away, were at least semi quiet. If you enjoy being a part of other diners meals and hearing everything they did that day or being able to read their text messages then this is the place for you. Our server Kaylee was very good but had to squeeze herself in between tables at times and as you eat it's tough to really enjoy your food when you're that close to other people talking on the phone, texting or simply talking so loud you want to stuff olives in your ears. But I digress..onto the FOOD! On the whole ok to good but nothing that blew us away. I ordered the olives which were good, then the ceviche and for $10 you expect more than three bites but no that's about all you get. My wife got the wild mushroom with herb goat cheese which was very good as were the batata bravas(the sauce of Heinz ketchup with mayo plus liberal amounts of paprika has you thinking for a second but no its base is just ketchup...). The serrano ham and cheese croquetas were underwhelming with almost no ham and the fried cauliflower was good but again LIBERALLY dusted with paprika. We basically stayed with the tapas and bread which was good so you won't starve while you're there. We did not try the desserts although they all look great and sound very tasty. I liked the fireplace outside but again hard to enjoy anything because there are people everywhere!! I caught a glimpse of it between people and said, "wow". The service by Tucker, Kaylee and others was great so in that regard I cannot complain but the downside is you are quite literally sitting with other people as you eat and that is a huge turnoff. I will go back again but at a less crowded time and will request a table on the patio no matter what and will gladly wait for it. Inside is just over the top loud and so packed that it's really tough to enjoy much. I'll give it another chance but as I said I've had better both in atmosphere and food.
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Erica C.
I loved this restaurant! The scene was great and the food was beyond incredible. We went with a large group and the service was so attentive. It was definitely the place to be on a Saturday night. I am still dreaming of the white gazpacho special!!!!
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Jeanie M.
It was a cool March evening, but the outdoor fireplace and heat lamps kept us toasty as we tried our first Tapas bar at Barcelona in Inman Park. Brian, our waiter , upon hearing we were novices lead us through the menu and made fine suggestions. As my background was in Restaurants, I asked him to make selections for us and a wine for me to accompany his choices. Soon little plates of exquisite tastes arrived in a series, like the waves of an ocean, timed to perfection. Each bite was perfect. Highlights: Any and all the Vegetable dishes, the Steak- hanger was it? was so tender, the homemade salami and cheeses, the breads, even the sweetbreads-which we had never had before, were great. And the wine, I have no idea what it was but probably a pinot, was heavenly. We ended sharing a Coconut ice cream topped warmed chocolate cake with raspberry sauce and fantastic coffee. So romantic, the perfect night, the best service ever. Shawn the owner came by to say hello, on a busy Saturday night. Just the best night ever!
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Jill H.
I have always sat at the bar and had fabulous service and a lot of laughs! Everyone here is great and strives to make my visit here constantly better each time. Special shout out to Joe Rigoli and Natalia Holmes - you guys were what made me first fall in love with Barcelona!!!
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Danielle V.
I just returned from my second visit to Barcelona Wine Bar. This time, my boyfriend and I went specifically for the paella. When we checked in I mentioned my recent snafu with the credit card (only because the correction still hadn't hit my account) and the manager knew exactly who I was (and about my Yelp review, oops!). The red wine sangria was amazing, better than the white. And the paella was incredible - more than enough for two and had awesome flavor. We had the churros for dessert, again, and they are excellent. Ultimately, the manager was very gracious with our bill which I really appreciated after my first experience. What great customer service. I'll be back!
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Cinthya C.
Honestly after all the positive reviews I expected a lot more. The service was great although I wish our main server had not been so clueless. Maybe if she had guided us through the menu a bit more we would have been more satisfied. For tapas we had the ham and cheese croquetas which were good but nothing outstanding. We also had the ceviche which I can say was amazing. The downfall was our entree. We had the parillada which had grilled steak, chicken, pork and sausage of which honestly had no taste of Spain, it just was. We enjoyed the sausage, but everything else was just grilled. The saddest part was the side: French fries? Granted it was $25 pp, but how about some culture with the sides, or at least a green veggie? Our favorite for Spanish will remain The Iberian Pig for the food. The managers were very attentive and kind as was all staff. Just our server, not horrible, but def not great.
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bobby w.
ON my birthday we showed up at 8 pm (table of 4) during restaurant week, we accidentially got a table outside....they weren't seating a small portion of the outside area as they didn't have enough servers to provide their usual high caliber service. This was an additional area and the restaurant was packed, what I mean to say was they went out of their way to make room for us, they also didn't know it was my birthday. We cozied up to the fire, met our two ....yes two wonderful servers. He was amazing, to know as much about the menu as he did shows such great management but also how much the staff actually cares about what they do. Midway thorugh our first course we ordered a drink, they took 6 minutes I am sure but the restaurant was packed. I had ordered somethnig off the menu being a foodie and all. Not only did the bartender bring it out themselves, it was "paid for". Later during our meal both managers stopped by and made sure we were ok, they talked for a few mintues....on one of the busiest nights of their year and made sure my night as well as my friends' night was perfect. Somehow we ended up with a few other thngs we didn't order. Here's what you need to know, food....amazing, ambiance....great, service, one of the best I have ever had. Nothing but stars for Bart, Sean, Jep, Katlyn and Andrew. Trust me I have much more to say but I don't want to make this a love fest. It truely blew my mind how much they did for us.
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Julia M.
I first went to this restaurant opening week and had a great experience. Each time I have returned, it has gotten progressively worse in terms of food and service. I thought the worst experience was when I invited a group of 8 to go here from one of my clients (visiting from Vancouver). The server pushed the largest sized paella on us in addition to the numerous tapas and it was not only substantially more than we needed but it was so fishy that we left most of it there at a hefty price. Fast forward 9 months and I decided to give it one more chance. Four of us arrived at 5:30 when it was half empty and ordered cocktails, bottles of wine, dinner and dessert. We left at 7:30 but when we were still finishing our dinner, we were asked if we wanted dessert and while we were still eating dessert they dropped off our check. We still had our bottles of wine to finish and they took the signed receipts with tip and the server looked at it as he was walking away. The manager even came by as we were still finishing to briskly say thanks for visiting (in other words time to go). If this restaurant had amazing food they wouldn't even be able to warrant the cocky attitude. I don't know why I bothered to give them another chance. The only thing they have going for them is atmosphere but they need a reality check.
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Terri H.
Had dinner at Barcelona on 2/22/12 and it was not what I expected. The food was just OK--nothing fantastic. After having two drinks and informing our waiter that we didn't like the food (I was with a group of 3 and we all thought the same thing, we also ordered some of the same dishes). We ordered one more drink and the waiter told us that he couldn't give us another drink. We were like why? He said management said I can't get you another one. Really? Two drinks and after we gave you feedback that the food wasn't good. I had two Cosmo's (not good), a Coke they had to replace 3 times because whom ever replaced the line had Diet Coke coming out instead of regular Coke and Water over the course of 2.5 hours. I said all that to say (nobody was intoxicated) The lamb chops were tough and had a lot of fat, the sweet potato fries were overcooked and the arugula salad was salty. The best thing I had on the menu was the Sauteed Shrimp and the Hanger Steak (minus the truffle sauce). I dine out often (several times a week) and when I say--I won't be returning here ever again!! And the service was just OK. It took 20 minutes for our server to even come over to wait on us.....And our bill was $180. Your choice...but I wouldn't advise it!
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Liz L.
Two weeks ago, my two girlfriends and I came here on a busy Friday night without reservations at 8:30. Needless to say, there was a pretty lengthy wait and we decided to wait it out at the bar (which is not a bad alternative given how hoppin the bar was and the free wine "shots" that were being given out). Anyway, about an hour and a half later, we were finally called to our table - it was about 10 at this point, and though it was late we had known from the beginning that our wait would probably be this long. Nonetheless, the manager (we think) asked us what our favorite tapa was and whether we or not we liked tequila - what's a girl to say??? We were excited at the prospect of getting a free appetizer or a free drink and were completely astonished when the manager sent us FOUR free tapas to our table and also proceeded to take a tequila shot with us (and it was no pepe lopez). The food was absolutely delicious, and definitely the best tapas restaurant I've ever been to. We tried: both the chicken and beef empanadas (a tomato sauce and flaky crust - YUM), the slow roasted garlic bulbs (mildly garlicky and very creamy), the potato tortilla, the calamari (probably top three calamari I've ever had), and the red sangria. Overall, it was an amazing meal and the service was also impeccable, though I do agree with the other reviewers that sometimes their presence is a little too pervasive (I think we had four or five people serving us).
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Crystal B.
Amazing Service + Wonderful and Knowledgeable staff + great food = A Fantastic Evening! I visited Barcelona while traveling in Atlanta on business. I took not only my team but my clients here for dinner. We had a great evening sitting on the patio enjoying an amazing selection of Tapas, Cheeses and wines. The food was truly delectable and the ambiance of the patio and space was a great place to enjoy a fun evening out after a day or work, work, work! 5 Stars for Barcelona!!!
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Brian K.
This past Saturday I finally had the opportunity to try Inman Park's most recent culinary addition, Barcelona. Overall, I think it's fairly safe to say that this place is going to be a formidable competitor in the Atlanta restaurant scene for some time to come. Food: Barcelona is a wine bar and restaurant specializing in traditional and well-executed Spanish tapas, or small plates. The restaurant has multiple locations throughout Connecticut, but the food quality is certainly not commensurate with what you'd expect from a chain. The menu is comprised of a series of tapas plates, larger entrees, and a selection of charcuteria and cheeses. They also offer alternative options that can be shared across the table, including Argentine mixed grill for parties of two and paella for parties between two and six. During my first visit, my dining partner and I opted for an assortment of tapas, including herbed goat cheese and mushrooms , spinach-chickpea casserole with cumin and garlic confit, homemade chicken empanadas, ham and cheese croquetas, and braised rabbit. Each dish was impeccably prepared and featured exceptional flavor. For dessert, we opted for the warm churros (Spanish doughnuts), which were exquisite. Service: The service is so attentive here that you may have to ask for some privacy. The restaurant was at capacity by 7:00 PM, but the waiter and bussers continued to provided pleasant, helpful, and efficient service throughout the meal. Atmosphere: I wouldn't be surprised if the individuals who transformed the interior of this space could also walk on water; the restaurant is tastefully decorated and shows no resemblance to the establishment that occupied this space previously. They also have a fairly large outdoor patio that wraps around the front and side of the building, complete with highly effective overhead heaters. Dress is casual and the clientele is mixed, but mostly adults and professionals. Cost: Expensive by most standards, but well worth the price considering the stellar quality of the food. Tapas costs around $5 to $11, while cheese and meats are $6.50 each or three for $17.50. Larger entree-sized plates are between $13 and $27. From Sunday through Thursday, a sampler of six, eight, or ten different tapas can be purchased for $48, $60, and $70, respectively. Other: It's currently quit difficult to obtain an evening reservation at Barcelona and walk-ins can expect to wait well over an hour on weekends. They do accept reservations via their online system, but the time increments are incredibly bizarre; for example, our reservation time was 5:52 PM.
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Kristy Piglet P.
I am a huge fan of restaurants that have the total package...great food, drinks, atmosphere & service. Barcelona has all four! It has a young professionals vibe and is always busy especially on the weekends. After hearing great things, I went with 2 of my girlfriends for the first time on a Saturday. It was very busy and we had to wait about 45mins to be sat, but we didn't mind because it gave us time to get a drink at the bar and socialize before sitting down for dinner. We also didn't make a reservation before showing up. The food & service was excellent. I enjoy Tapas small plates restaurants, especially when I have plans to go out on the town after. This was enough food and it was very delicious! I would definitely recommend experiencing Barcelona if you haven't already!
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Sarah M.
This may be the first restaurant I have visited in years that wasn't craptastic during it's first month of service. I meet my running partner every day in front of the space that has been transforming into BWB --- so for months and months and months I've watched it transform. I have really marveled at the amount of work and money they put into the space. All of the old awkward wasted space of Zaya is gone. I love how the outside is reminiscent of Krog bar with low tables and the addition of a huge oven to warm yourself around. I love how the inside is ambient and loud and warm and bustling. The menu is huge- honestly, it will take me a while to comment on even half of it, but we were just snacking so we shared the califlower and fennel gratin with manchego, the super tender fried calamari and the chicken empanadas that were bursting with flavor with spice and cooled with an avocado puree. Half priced wine bottles on Sunday make me a happy girl. A beautiful bottle of rioja was delivered by the manager. Great service, outstanding energy, a welcome addition to the 'hood - can't wait to go back!
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Brittany G.
Oh, you Atlanta residents are so lucky to live where you do. Located smash-center in the south (but not TOO south), I had the pleasure of visiting your city this past weekend. What a ride. My BBF and I spent a glorious evening chowing down on tapas, lobster risotto and wine. The ham and cheese croquettes gave me a semi-orgasm, of which our waitress nodded approvingly after saying "I told you so!". The risotto was perfectly cooked and the lobster was buttery and tender. We also indulged in the beef empanadas which were so flavorful, and the spinach and chickpea casserole, which is now my new favorite comfort food. Trust me on the last one, it is GOOD. Our waiter/waitress were super friendly and really wanted to make sure we had an excellent dining experience. After we ended the evening, our bill came and the total didnt make me want to crawl under the table. For the two of us, we had approximately 6 tapas, a salad, the lobster risotto, a dessert, and a latte and an espresso, respectively. Our tab came to just over $70! Mind you, we paid for our drinks at the bar, but STILL! I considered it a 10 course meal. I got quite a few compliments from the wait staff on my half-sleeve and my edgy attire, which made me feel right at home as well. I will definitely visit this restaurant again upon a return trip. Rad place!
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Gaylan S.
Definitely the best meal i have had in Atlanta. Second would be the Iberian Pig (which was first until last night). What an amazing experience. I felt like I was in NYC for dinner, which has been one of the things I have missed in the Atlanta restaurant scene. Servers that *really* know how it's done and do it so very well. Every dish we had (we had 8ish) was amazing. I had the Flan Catalan and it was the most amazing thing I have ever tasted. I had it as the first course to make sure i had room to try what is generally my favorite dessert on any menu. So glad I did. Our server and her posse of trainees were amazing. Emily was knowledgeable and funny. It is so nice to see a staff that you can tell really wants to be at work. The best dishes we had were the crushed chickpeas with toast points, the flan catalan (to die for), the brussel sprouts and the beet salad. everything else was amazing as well, but those are the dishes i can remember - so that must say something! The prices were reasonable too. I left there thinking that I had an amazing dining experience and it didn't ruin my eating-out-budget for the month!
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Sara R.
Fun & yummy dining experience. Had a Friday night reservation for 8 at 8pm. Arrived and seated on time. Off to a good start and continued throughout. I had wine flight; can't remember name but the 3rd on the list. I only drink red but the flights are 1 white & 2 reds only so went for it. The white was delicous and enjoyed both reds. The others in my party opted for sangria - red & pink. We all ordered tapas and all were pleased. I had the meatballs! About 5/6 mini meatballs in tomato sauce - loved them. The brussel sprouts were spectacular, grilled. Beat salad was good but nothing out of the ordinary. Grilled mushrooms were tasty but a little too much oil. Others had mushrooms w/goat cheese and raved about it. Some had the tuna tartare and didn't think that was so great. I didn't taste so can't commit. All was great until the bill came. A little taken aback and yes it our fault for not looking. The red sangria is @ $23 per pitcher. The pink sangriaif $52 per carafe!! Wow, what a shock. Service was very good also. Originally sounded like we'd have two servers for our party (8) but I think the one female handled it all. Great job. Love the atmosphere. Bar is loud but at our table, we were actually able to talk w/o screaming. Great energy. Heaters and fireplace outside look inviting too.
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Michael C.
I'll start out with the food was great, the prices were fair, the environment was fun, and the service started out great. Our waiter started out very attentive and knowledgeable. However, as the night progressed, we rarely saw that waiter again but found we had 2 other waiters/waitresses as well. As a result, we received meals twice as well as not receiving drinks we ordered until we checked up on it many times. The place wasn't really that busy either so not sure why the level of service went downhill. Overall the place was fine but the service could use some improvement.
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Sarah O.
Went for brunch on sunday so can only speak to that menu. The staff were very attentive though it was obvious a few were in training. The salads were very small. Best dish hands down was the short rib hash with two fried eggs. The plate was huge and well seasoned! Also, they don't do bottomless drinks but they do provide half off on bottles if you want to order some wine/sparkling wine and they'll provide juice free of charge.
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Elaine W.
Just when I didn't think I could love this spot any more, my experience last night made me a fan for life. I'd scheduled birthday drinks/dinner with a group of friends; as it turned out, one member of the party needed special accommodations. Katie and Brandon moved quickly to assist her, without any push back on what was an extremely busy Saturday night. My friends, half of whom had never been to Barcelona before, truly enjoyed themselves and praised the staff and the environment. Thank you again for your help, can't wait to return!
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Sophie H.
Went for a leisurely weekend lunch and enjoyed ourselves. Nice Spanish wine list with a good range of price points. Sat in the bar area which is cool, but not a ton of space for food, wine, water, and bread - so it was a bit of shuffling. Tapas were overall very tasty - the bean and sausage dish was not exactly what we expected - we definitely will be back.
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Lee B.
I'd been reading about Barcelona Wine Bar since it opened. I wasn't sure where exactly on N. Highland it was and was surprised to find it was in the old Zaya spot (I'm still bummed that they closed) which has a free valet. Score. I went with my mom on a Friday around 7pm. We didn't have a reservation and were told that there were no available tables but we could sit on the heated patio or at the bar. Since it was 45 degrees outside, we opted for the bar, which was large and circular off to the left of the entrance. The rest of the restaurant was pretty with lots of wood. It was bigger than I'd pictured (before I knew where it was) and had a mostly open kitchen. Oddly enough, the entrance and bathrooms were in a different location than when the place was Zaya but the rest of the interior was similar. The vibe of this place was somewhat trendy, although not so much so that I felt out of place in jeans and a sweater with my mother. Being that wine bar is in the restaurant name, it's not surprising that they have a lot of different wines to choose from. There are lots of different bottles and a good amount come by the glass. We both had a glass of Savignon Blanc, I'm not sure which but it was good. This restaurant has a few entrees, but the main draw seems to be the large selection of tapas so we decided to try those. We had the spinach-chickpea casserole, tuscan kale, gambas al ajillo and mussels. We were also given complimentary bread and olive oil and a complimentary sample of paella. We enjoyed the kale the most. The sauce was a slightly sweet balsamic vinigrette and it was extremely tasty. The mussels were good too, although spicier than we were expecting. The spinach-chickpea casserole wasn't bad but it was on the bland side and the shrimp was well, shrimpy. I'm looking forward to going back and trying more of the tapas. Though I miss Zaya, I hope this place sticks around.
(4)
Jorge F.
Excelent service, great tapas and Paella. The Jamon Serrano could be better but overall is a place I will come back and would recommend to anyone!
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Josh M.
Rainy, rainy arrival to a warm and inviting restaurant and bar. Very cordial staff and excellent atmosphere. Waiter was friendly and helpful, but a little bit absent. Hot dahlia cocktail was a hit with two. Cheap bottle of garnacha satisfied the others. Ordered 10 tapas from the grand menu, and only two were naughty. Brussels were bland and plain and the gambas were stagnant and mostly raw. The ceviche, flank steak, calamari, cauliflower, and shishito peppers were nice. Saw the paella from afar, and will likely journey back to taste. Overall, a worthwhile jaunt before putting on the red suit. Have yourselves a merry Christmas and a happy New Year!
(4)
Pang H.
Good food; better than many tapas spots, not overlypriced. I would say about $50/person for a good amount of wine and tapas. good adult crowd. good ambiance. good friendly service. free valet. make a reservation, busy place. the only downside is that you will wait 15-30 minutes, even with a reservation on the weekends. hip place. good for conversation and chillin with friends. you may sit pretty close with others, however, the music is just loud enough to where you feel you are not sitting in on their conversation. the highlight of the evening was seeing a couple eat cheese and meat with a fork...lol...had to be a first date. ha ha
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Lindsay E.
Went here on a Tuesday night with a party of 4. Our first thought when we walked in was WOW -- they've done so much with the space. The ambiance and decor of the place are awesome. Lots of reclaimed-looking wood and industrial light fixtures creates a "warm but cool" vibe. There's a cozy outdoor patio with heaters and a fireplace, a quieter inside room, and then the more lively bar area that has tables as well. The bar area was bumpin' for a Tuesday night. I live in the hood and this place definitely fills a void as far as food type and atmosphere goes. We ate a lot. I can't remember everything we ordered but we did the "10 tapas for $70" deal. As dishes started coming out, a couple were REALLY good (cauliflower fennel casserole, grilled octopus), but most were just okay (hangar steak was really tough, roasted pumpkin had a weird watery texture, asparagus was just blah). And the portions were extremely small for the price point -- 5 measly spears of asparagus with a teaspoon of unmemorable sauce for $9.50? Really? The menfolk in our group found it odd that there were no Spanish beers on the menu. Our server claimed this was because none of them were any good, but seriously, you're billing yourself as a Spanish restaurant, if you're going to have PBR and Miller High Life on the menu, you can throw a Spanish beer or 2 on there. Yes, I know its a "wine bar" but still, it just seemed strange. I really wanted to like this place, and I will probably end up going back at some point just because its convenient and the atmosphere is great, but overall I think its quite overpriced for the food quality/quantity. Next time I will pass on the tapas and focus on the wine list.
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Starbuck S.
Definitely try this place, totally worth a try at least once! A very nice/trendy/elegant place for food/drinks/happy hour/dinner if you are looking for a different location or experience in Atlanta (Inman Park area). Tried this place last night (1st time) w/a friend. Had heard of the place but had no idea how awesome & nice it would end up being. Sat outside under the heaters, even tho wasn't overly cold. A nice ambience outside so definitely sit outside if you can. Good for people watching as well. Service was excellent & extremely attentive. Our server helped to "explain" many different wines (and food items) so that we could better understand taste/selection prior to purchasing (since the wines are Chilean, Argentinian, Spanish). We ended up going with the suggested Reserve Cab from Spain. Was outstanding! Loved the variety of tapas also and especially the UN-limited bread basket (sourdough type bread w/a crunchy crust) with awesome Spanish olive oil. Yuuum & the bread definitely helps to "absorb" too much of the awesome wine you'll probably end up drinking as we did! :) Definitely be sure to try the 40-yr aged port if you enjoy a fine port (even tho will cost you around $20 a glass)! Expensive, yes! Worth the cost, Absolutely (and the port we had was outstanding)!! Also heard that the desserts are outrageous but were too fully at that point to try dessert. Finally: Be SURE to make a reservation if going on a weekend. My friend mentioned a 2-hour wait for dinner for 4 people recently! Better suggestion is to go on a Mon/Tues/Wed PM when supposedly the place is a bit less-crowded and you can walk up & be seated immediately (as we were able to), which is a very nice thing to have occur! Enjoy!!
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Andrea P.
OMG! the Churros! I have dreams about them! and the Salted Cod tapas! to die for! as well as the patatas bravas, the ham & cheese balls, the lamb.....I could go on and on!!!
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S W.
Made reservations for my birthday on a Saturday night. I knew it would packed, but I didn't mind to grab drinks before we were seated and enjoy the crowd. I didn't anticipate waiting 45-60 min for our table since we had made reservations. During that time, the hostess(es) were completely polite but never offered to try to get us at another table or even offer a gesture of good customer service like send a round of drinks or tapas over until we got seated. I didn't mind to wait but I had guests that I had invited. Makes me wonder about the restaurant's operational decisions if a person with reservations had to wait 45+ min regardless of the crowd. Once we did get seated, our server was fantastic and attentive. We selected a bottle of wine and she suggested a similar one that was well-liked but a little cheaper. The food is amazing. Every bit consumed was outstanding. The albondigas are the best in town. I'll def be back but hopefully won't have to wait so long!
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Travis N.
In a phrase Barcelona lived up to it's expectations. That was a tall order when I'd been bombarded with so many raves from friends (real and social media based). I decided to check it out one night after work with a friend. We were able to walk in with out a reservation get a decent table and service quickly. The wait staff was knowledge and attentive, their recommendations were spot on. The wine list was extensive, and while I didn't really get a chance to explore it, I found a wide range for palettes and prices. I kinda have to laugh at the idea that they also have full entrees on the menu, we were unable to get through more than 1 round of (4-5 tapas) and none around us were doing any better. The one little quirk of the place is the lack of name on the outside. The first trip takes a bit of process of elimination on Highland, it's basically the ONLY place without it's name out front. I hesitate to give it all 5 stars because I've recently begun limiting those to the truly exceptional meals I've had, Woodfire Grill, Saison in San Francisco etc. I don't mean to name drop those, I just mean to give context! Barcelona was not at that level, nor is it really meant to be. It did however manage to meet some very lofty expectations, and that is a very hard thing to do.
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Mallory C.
You know about atmosphere, right? That undefinable something that a place either has or doesn't. It's that thing that makes everyone look better, everything taste better, and creates a feeling that you were supposed to be right here right now. Well Barcelona has heaps of atmosphere and I like it! The bar is the place to be. Beautiful people, charming bar tenders (including one with and Irish accent oh my), nice lighting and quick access to the booze. The menu is tapas style and you'll need a few if you come in even the slightest bit hungry. I personally was underwhelmed by the food. I felt it lacked seasoning and relied more on preparation (pickling, searing, frying, etc) to achieve flavor. The wine list was long, and fun to explore and everything was about a 1.50 higher than it should be. Oh well atmosphere ain't cheap! I know I'll be back by myself, with friends, and with future dates.
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Gina B.
This place has everything a great restaurant should have - excellent food, great service, lovely decor and an inviting atmosphere. Sunday through Thursday, they have a tapas special - 6 plates for $45. My friend and I split it and it was plenty of food. I haven't tried any entrees (I'm sure they're wonderful) but the tapas are so good I don't know that I'd want to. I especially loved the mushrooms and goat cheese and the chorizo and figs. The roasted garlic bulbs are also tasty but you might smell like garlic the next day... My only complaint is that it has an open kitchen. It creates a fun atmosphere, but my friend and I ended smelling like fried food the rest of the night. It's a minor compliant - the place smells great! It can get really crowded, so a reservation is probably best for a weekend. The bar is a nice spot if you opt for just a meat and cheese plate or a couple of tapas. Overall, a little taste of Spain that is worth the price and wait!
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Candy T.
Great wine. Really unique tapas with lots of variety.
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Christine B.
Love this place! Great crowd of people, exceptional service, amazing wine selection and did I mention the food?! Have been here on several occasions and have never been disappointed (except when they don't have pork cheeks). The ham and cheese croquettes are down right addictive and the flank steak with truffle oil is out of this world. The paparadelle with rabbit is definitely high on the list as well. During the week they have a great deal on tapas and Sunday's bottles of wine are 1/2 price. If you get overwhelmed by their enormous (200+) wine list, their servers and management are more than happy to help and have always directed me to something I loved! Warning - this place gets BUSY!! Can't wait for warmer weather to take advantage of the great outdoor areas they have!
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Mark M.
Happened onto this place while looking for Parish. :) Sat at one of the two tops to the left. Very cool atmosphere. Waiter offered many suggestions to my questions - great. He recommended a good $35 bottle of red, and we sampled tapas like Risotto, shrimp, Brussels sprouts, etc. Nice manager/owner who lives upstairs, and hostess was kind to call a cab for us on that rainy night.
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Albert W.
A foodie's haven. Let's just say my dinner bill was $300 bucks. Every moment was memorable. Great place for intimate date, trendy, warm and modern.
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Claudia R.
So very good! Sat at the bar while I waited for my friends to arrive. The bartenders are very cool and friendly. Ordered a glass of the Flora Sangria and OMG, was it delicious...that's what we all ended up drinking for the rest of the night. Once were seated (in one of the large booths by the bar - good for people watching) we ordered the 10 tapas sampler, and were not disappointed. We let the chef choose - good choice, btw - and among the standouts were the potato tortilla, cauliflower casserole, and the steak paillard. Dessert was simple but awesome: fresh churros, with a hot cocoa-type dipping sauce. The servers and management were friendly and welcoming, and I love the decor and vibe - cannot wait to go back!
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Ian M.
My friend and I had a bad, dreary brunch with really bad service at a different restaurant, so we skipped dessert there and spontaneously stumbled upon Barcelona Atlanta. The attractive atmosphere and uniformly cheerful crowd drew us in, and I am so glad for that. We ordered coffee and desserts from a really sharp waitress, and we did not have to wait long for a banana shortbread concoction (my friend) and dessert crepes (me). Wow, they were really good. The host, knowing we were there just for dessert and coffee, came by and surprised us with an extra dessert, some sort of peach-raspberry cobbler that was hot and served a la mode. I generally don't like fruity desserts, but this was freaking delicious and totally appreciated. I would give this place four stars instead of five because parking in the area can be kind of tricky, but the restaurant itself was worth about six stars (with the surprise cobbler as the sixth star), so five stars from me. I can't wait to go there again.
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Xteethx B.
Lobster risotto was great. The shrimp tapas were savory as well and the waiter was nice enough not to charge for it because it came out very late. Loved the atmosphere and the service and looking forward to trying other tapas on my next return.
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arlene d.
We sat at the bar on a Sunday good day 1/2 price bottles of wine . Service very lax to get 2 cocktails 4 tapas and a bottle of wine we were in there 3 hrs. Some of the dishes not as described . Kind of pricey for tapas . The scallions in mushrooms very raw. Beef empanadas the dough around edge was raw. Had to ask twice for bill. Slow
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Amy C.
I hardly give restaurants 5 stars but "Woo-freaking-hoo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" THIS IS AS GOOD AS IT GETS; I PROMISE :) My girlfriend's birthday was this weekend and wanted to try this place because she had heard so many good things about it. While we didn't make a reservation (because you have to make a reservation ahead of time), the manager/owner, Sean, made sure we were seated at a reasonable time. Inman Park has really blossomed into a little metropolitan neighborhood with many different restaurants within a block of each other. Our server was Billy, and he is the most awesomest bestest server I have ever had. He made the whole experience one that will be talked amongst my friends for ages to come. The tapas are deliciousssssssssssssssssss BEYOND delicious; whatever they are doing, I need to know so I can re-create some of these tapas dishes at home. We shared the potatoes, calamari, goat cheese salad, shrimp in a delicious butter something or another sauce that went perfectly with the bread, their eggplant dish, chicken, and beef empanadas. To end our already FABULOUS meal, we ordered their chocolate and caramel crepe which is tiny explosions of awesomeness going off in your mouth . I can't say enough or write enough about just how wonderful this place is in terms of atmosphere, service, and food. Everyone is so friendly which only adds to how much fun our dinner was. YOU GOTTA TRY THIS OUT! AND TAKE ME WITH YOU WHEN YOU GO :)
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Daniel C.
went to BARCELONA for a first date....not only was I impressed with my date, but Barcelona delivered a wonderful experience as well. I went there on the advice of some coworkers and I couldn't have been more happy. great atmosphere....fantastic food (the charizo and sweet figs was amazing)....go....experience....have a blast and leave full on many levels!!
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Anne R.
Went here for the first time on Friday at 7:15 - glad we made a reservation since it was crowded and got more and more crowded the later it got. We sat in the bar area which was loud but we liked the atmosphere. Our waiter, TJ, was great. Very friendly and very helpful. He definitely made the experience even better. The manager also stopped by a few times to check in on us - greatly appreciated. Onto the food- very very delicious! We started with 2 cheeses and a meat which were all great recommendations and very tasty. Our other two dishes were the Chorizo with Sweet and Sour Figs - WOW!! Would order this again in a heartbeat...and the Gambas a Ajillo (shrimp) which were tasty but we would probably try something new next time (oh and there will be a next time). The wine list was extensive and TJ knew what he was talking about. Really recommend going!
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Mandi T.
This was a really fun place to go after work and share appetizers with friends! We shared 10-12 small plates! Everything was sooo good....I loved everything but, I will have to say NOTHING HERE IS HEALTHY....even the veggies are fried (but amazing) I would suggest having a snack before. What a hot spot and valet parking is awesome!
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Alex J.
Had a very nice evening. The tapas were good and the staff were friendly and helpful. Definitely a good choice.
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Elizabeth M.
Worst SERVICE EVER!!!! Had reservations at 8:45 on Saturday night. We got there a little bit early but we were not seated to our table until almost 9:30. We asked the staff three different times while we waited for our table because there was no point of making reservations if they make you wait anyways. After we sat down we were not waited on for another 10 min and the server had such a hard time waiting on multiple tables. We ordered our drinks and they even served them to the wrong table. This was our first time visiting the restaurants after hearing amazing reviews. I was not impressed with the service, staff nor food. McDonald's can provide better service than Barcelona. I would not recommend this restaurant if you want to be seated on time, get service when you sit down and want average food.
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Allison M.
We had an event there this past Tuesday and we could not recommend a better place! Their staff is fantastic, the food incredible! Such an absolutely wonderful venue and staff! Please check out this restaurant for dinner, drinks or an event!
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Mari M.
Went for Brunch, glad they have more than eggs, they include faves from regular menu... high quality food, wished the charcurterie plate were a little more generous... but great service, beautiful restaurant . Great for first dates and seconds and thirds...
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Ellen T.
A great date night spot. The ambiance is very vibrant and the decor is fantastic! Our waiter, wish I had his name handy, was as good as they come. He moved to ATL from Stanford, CT, where I believe he worked at another Barcelona location. He was really great at providing suggestions, such as input on the cheese plate. We had chosen one and wanted suggestions on the other two, and he was spot on. Those cheeses were delish! I know we had a sheeps milk, the manchego, and one other that he said was his favorite, and that was a great way to start the meal. Service was very good. Different runners bring out your plates, and even the chefs pop by from time to time. They were very efficient at ensuring our water glasses were always filled, and clearing plates away as we finished with them. I would say you need 2-3 tapas per person. We had the chickpea/spinach casserole (pretty good), kale (way way too salty, otherwise would have loved), steak paillard (amazing, was a recommendation of server), tuna tartar (my FAVE!), and some other meat that I didn't try and can't find on the menu, but my boyfriend wolfed it down and said was very good. Server also recommended a really cool spanish wine that we had never had. I was very impressed with the wine list, and this is a cool place to try something totally different than you're used to.
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Maria K.
This is one of my favorite restaurants in Atlanta. They have friendly service, great wine selection, & their foods always meets my expectations. I love their tapas menu, but the last few times I tried their main dishes and loved them. Would recommend for a girls night out or a just because dinner!
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Nic K.
I think I was expecting more from all the hype this place has received. For starters, I called two weeks in advance and was able to get a reservation at the time I wanted. A friend of mine called about 5 days before and anything that wasn't crazy early or crazy late was already reserved. I came this past Saturday with a few friends. The waiter was attentive. He didn't hover over us, but was also there when we needed him. The food.....it was ok. There were some items that were absolutely delicious. We enjoyed the ceviche and the crispy cabbage. Both were excellent. The mushrooms in goat cheese and the tuna tartare were also pretty good. We were a bit disappointed in the shrimp. My husband ate one that must've been a bit older and had a very fishy taste. We ordered some pitchers of white sangria. It was good and not too sweet which we liked, but there was barely any alcohol in it. I'm sadly usually good to go after two glasses. I had four glasses and was still speaking coherently and wasn't telling stories that weren't made for public telling. Either I grew a tolerance for alcohol overnight - and if I didn't build a tolerance during my 4 years of college debauchery, I highly doubt I will now - or the sangria was wayyyyyyyyy weak. As we were walking to our cars, silence fell over my group of friends. Finally, one piped up and said, "It wasn't as good as I was expecting." We all nodded in agreement. We expected more from a place that still had a line out the door at 10:30pm. A place that has been crowded since the day it opened about 9 months ago. I found the food and drinks to be better at the old Loca Luna (when they were still on Juniper) and Cafe Tu Tu Tango. Obviously, many do not share my opinion as this place seems to be THE spot to be every night of the week.
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Melanie S.
Man oh man. I really wanted to give this restaurant a better review. I've been here multiple times and it's a mixed bag. Last time I was there the food and service were poor. During my latest visit the food was good but the service was poor again. The decor in the restaurant is sophisticated and the patio is very nice. There is an outdoor fireplace which adds a nice touch. Barcelona does have a wonderful wine list with over 250 wines. We ordered the red sangria and it was good. I ordered the lobster risotto, beef empanadas and the beet salad with walnuts and blue cheese. All were good and I particularly enjoyed my beet salad! We all tried each others' tapas and I really liked the chickpea and spinach casserole with cumin. As far as service is concerned, I was very disappointed. However, the manager was very gracious and compensated us for the service. Because of the manager I would come back.
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Kay W.
Oh my goodness, it's hard to imagine how loud this place is. and over-priced. and over-hyped. There is absolutely no way I will spend $10 on 7 asparagus spears. Not gonna happen. Well, not twice anyway. The ambience/cool factor of Barcelona totally lives up to its reputation, but I much prefer less hype and more value. The food was certainly acceptable and even good at times, but not worth the money or the hassle frankly. Most dishes are pretty small, even for tapas. One notable exception is the mussels. They were absolutely delicious and bountiful. If I recall, they were around $10. Based on other dishes, I figured we would score about 5-7 mussels for that price. Instead, we got around a dozen or so. They are served in a surprising red sauce with just enough kick to have you reaching for the accompanying grilled bread to chase away the heat. Speaking of bread....The bread served to the whole table was by far the most stellar thing about barcelona. It comes to the table fresh from the oven, piping hot. It is heavenly. The server did not bring butter which initially puzzled us. He returned a few minutes later with a saucer, an Olive Oil bottle and the biggest pepper mill I've ever laid eyes on and commenced to creating a little Italian butter tableside. It was nice and all, but the bread was really just too good on its own to foul it with the oil. winners at our table - beef empanadas, mussels, losers - bibb salad w/ almonds, hangar steak (tasty, but tiny) I doubt we will return, but if we do, it will definitely be for the patio. It looked downright inviting. The wines by the glass are not very plentiful and what they do have is expensive. Get the Sangria. It's actually really nice.
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Kurt L.
Long story short: terrible, rude service. Four of us arrived Wednesday 7:30pm without reservations. The place was packed. The host took our name but wouldn't tell us how long the wait was -- wouldn't even give us an estimate. Okay, fine. We all go to the bar and each order a (pricey) drink. 15-20 minutes later we finish our drinks, and again we ask if they can give us an estimate. (Forget getting seated, we just want to know how long the wait is!) AGAIN the host refuses to tell us. He rolls his eyes and says, "There are /many/ people in front of you." Well, okay. We left and walked across the street to Fritti, where we were seated immediately, had a great dinner, and were served by one of the friendliest waiters ever. (Maybe it was just the contrast to Barcelona?) All I can guess is Barcelona didn't really want us, so the best way to get rid of us was to refuse to seat us, refuse to give us a wait time, and generally be rude. It worked. We won't be back.
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Ms.Nita B.
Pros: THey definitely have the ATL, sex and the city, urban chic vibe down! Nice ambience-- pretty high noise level on the inside due to the high ceilings (best bet is to sit outside if you're on a date) and it's located in a hip little area- the old 4th ward/Inman Park. Umm.. the best dish for us was the grilled hangar steak. Cons: Barcelona did not take me back to my Barcelona days abroad. In fact, their name is a disgrace to the true spanish city! The food was less than mediocre. I've had better tapas AND a better tapas experience at Eclipse di Luna and Cafe Tu Tu Tango. I just wasn't impressed... half of our tapas were lukewarm/cold on the inside which was disappointing AND at the end of the night when we paid our $60 bill for two..we felt like we'd been bamboozled out of our good ole disposable income. Definitely too pricey for what you get. Look, I didn't mind the vibe of the place. If I went back it would be for drinks with my girls and to look cute, but not for the food. Maybe they should turn this place into a dessert & wine bar...hmmm. Bottom line: if you're ever in the old 4th ward, try sotto sotto, fritti, hell even Pure! Just don't waste $60 at this place or you'll feel duped! **FYI, we went over to the Urban Market acorss the street afterwards, and the red velvet cake there was pretty good!
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Keitha D.
I had been hearing so much from friends about Barcelona that I had to try it a few weeks ago. Well....i can have fun anywhere, so thats a good thing. But the food was just OK. I had the flank steak with chimichurri but substituted a pork chop since i don't eat red meat. I was happy the chef allowed that. And it was good! But i've definitely had better. The tapas were decent, although the roasted brussel sprouts stood out. I got the roasted garlic bulbs because i just knew that if you put that on a menu it had to be heaven sent. Nope. Just....mush. And no real indication if I should put it on something or just eat it whole...and mushy. Hmph. The wine was great and the fact that bottles were half off is what saved this day.
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Atl C.
Great ambience but overpriced drinks. Excellent variety. Great atmosphere. Go with an expense account because you're going to blow a ton of money.
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Ai T.
I give the place 5 stars for their service!!! We were group of 8 and we had to wait a little more than 15 minutes despite the reservation. We were all "hangry", but complimentary tapas started appearing from the kitchen as soon as we sat down. We were well taken care of and our server, Jeff was super friendly and pleasant Everyone, including our "birthday girl", left the place feeling very happy. The food was good - we had more than 10 tapas altogether and no left-overs.
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Therese H.
Food was delicious and the staff was quite friendly. They were accommodating of our rather large dog as well, which was a nice bonus. We'll be back!
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Locutus K.
Oh this place was so good. We had three tapas, a bottle of wine and their famous paella. Service was fantastic. I appreciate that the servers seem to have a lot of experience with the wine selection. Ours helped us make an excellent choice and we eagerly finished off the entire bottle. The tapas were mostly fantastic. The duck meat was a little lackluster but the sheep cheese and foie gras made up for it. If you are looking for a place that serves top notch foie gras, Barcelona would be your restaurant. Better still, they pair it with a sweet fig sauce that makes the perfect complement. We really enjoyed the paella, especially how crunchy it was. The only complaint is the size. It was a little huge for two people, especially after we took their recommendation of ordering three small dishes to tide us over during the wait. Lastly, this is more of a personal preference than a complaint but I also wish we had ordered the meat paella rather than the mariscos. I liked the shrimp and squid but had forgotten that the muscles and clams would come in their shells and I was a little unprepared to work so hard to eat my meal. At least now I have a reason to look forward to coming back!
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Tricia A.
I used to be a big fan of this place, as the food and drinks are fabulous; however, last night's dining experience left a sour taste in my mouth. My girlfriends and I decided to have an early dinner on the patio, as it was a beautiful day. Over the course of 5 hours, we enjoyed food and 4 pitchers of sangria. While the service we received from one of our servers was outstanding, we were being rushed out by the other and basically told we couldn't order anymore drinks. I understand the liabilities involved in serving alcohol to people; however, we were not being rowdy or obnoxious, and we told the server that we walked, therefore no one was getting behind the wheel. My girlfriends and I were not only offended by the way things were handled, but also embarrassed. We looked like children being reprimanded by their parents to the folks sitting around us. We're all in our thirties and forties and were polite, paying customers. There was absolutely no reason for us to be treated that way. I emailed the manager and he responded to me promptly, but I, as well as my girlfriends, don't plan to give them our business ever again.
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Karen F.
Meh - a fun atmosphere, good people-watching, but food is mediocre. Everything is much too rich, without any interesting taste. The tapas are rich enough, but they all seem to come with additional butter, oil, or creme fraiche alongside. I guess the upside is they are filling. The only standout for me was the warm bread and olive oil. The wine list looks overpriced - $30 for a sparkling wine that I've seen at Green's for $6? I guess if you go for the Sunday 1/2 price wine bottle special, that would be all right.
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Nina W.
First and foremost, I would like to apologize to Barcelona especially to their manager, for a huge mistake that I made regarding their valet service. I deleted my prior posting about it but I still would like to clear the air. I quite erroneously suspected that Barcelona's valet service were to blame for the theft of items missing from my car. At the time, I could only justify the accusation because I had visited no other place that night. With that behind, I feel I can press forward by describing my experiences going to Barcelona twice in one week which I did, if I may... *** I am from Boston and so discovering Barcelona in a southern city was a treasure chest - the decor sets a nice ambiance and the staff, including bar tenders and the DJ, make you feel at home. How? Keep reading.... I was excited to see an open air kitchen whereby they slice dried meats straight "from the leg". I will post pictures in a bit. The extremely jolly lady in charge of the cured meats and cheeses made outstanding recommendations and she even remembered me the second time I went in. Wine selection - a treat in Atlanta Food - I am a die hard cheese lover so I asked the server for a little sample (it was late at night but still wanted to munch on something). He came back with a very generous plate of soft cheeses which I told him I preferred, grapes included. When we ran out of grapes, he came back with about a quarter pound of them. I then requested a few songs from the DJ whereby he played everything. I highly recommend this place because its good drinks, service, food, great decor, and non pretentious people. -Nina
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Hector M.
The food was amazing like everyone else comments - we had Boquerones, Snails and Mushrooms for appetizers and they were divine. Paella was also delicious - just know that it takes a while for it to be prepared yet it is worth the wait. Service was excellent and they had great suggestions for wines to pair with food selections. Ambiance is sophisticated yet understated which I love and the crowd is a nice mix of people. Managers were awesome in correcting promptly an issue with my check. We'll be back pronto!
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Mimie J.
I'm a huge fan of tapas (who isn't?) and have been in search of a good place in Atlanta (sorry, Noche, you don't cut it). I pass this place on my way to Highland Bakery every weekend and constantly wondered what it was (there's really no sign saying Barcelona Atlanta so I had to do some research to even find out it was a tapas place!). The service was some of the best I've ever had in Atlanta. Ask for Chelsea to be your waitress for a wonderful experience. She was extremely knowledgeable, gave earnest answers (as opposed to the usual vague, "it's good") and a few suggestions to save some money (getting the three-pack of cheeses and meats for one), not to mention she's just adorable and super sweet. The first place came out within 5 minutes of ordering, and food was set down about a minute after the last plate was picked up. Perfect for tapas and very impressive for such a busy night! The food was all great. The portions or smaller but the tastes are big. They have a ton of variety and still maintain a traditional spanish flare. Absolutely wonderful!!
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Christina C.
i love love love this place! Everything was awesome. Complimentary valet parking, a must for someone with less than perfect (zero) parallel parking abilities. Walked in, and its got great atmosphere. Dim but not dark, lively but not crazy -very pleasing. Met my girlfriend at the bar and met the friendly and attractive bartender. nice! he suggested an aviator and I was in heaven b/c i just saw some chef mention one on the food network recently. Excellent, felt like such a grown up drink yet it was purple. I'm ashamed to say that despite having a cheese steak hours earlier it was my idea that we do the tasting sample menu of 6 tapas for 46.00. Service was a bit weird in that we had a waiter to introduce himself and a trainee and go over the menu with us but as he walked away mentioned that another young lady would be checking on us also. We didn't see the head waiter ever again and didn't see the trainer waiter until the end when he brought us the check and offered to pour sangria down our throats. hooray!! But the young lady (Allie) who was our server for the evening was a gem, hilarious and super attentive. AND the food...was delicious! we sampled most of the menu and I didn't have anything I didn't love. the mussels, albondigas, sardines, mushrooms, shrimp, it went on and on. I was so stuffed! yay! I can't wait to come back here. I don't know if this policy has changed but they had a great policy of if a plate touched your table it was yours even if you hadn't ordered it. I don't know who was making the mistakes but my belly sure did appreciate them.
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D.L H.
Staff was friendly (and maybe even a bit frisky with the girls we were with lol). The food was excellent. It had an authentic flair to it that reminded me of the real deal. Yes it oozed of pretentiousness, but hey we all need to feel like a snob once in awhile right? Well maybe not but the food was worth the inferior alternative over at Noche.
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Jason E.
Without a doubt the best restaurant experience I've had in Atlanta in the four years I've lived here. Our server, Emily was PHENOMENAL. She knew everything about everything and treated us like long lost friends. Our group goes out to eat several times a week, always trying a new place and we've made our way through every fancy pants restaurant in this city and have never had service even close to what we experienced last night. We shared all 6 of the larger tapas they had: Rabbit Pappardelle, Mussels, Tuna Tartare, Lobster Risotto, Lamb Chops and Bass I believe. All of the dishes were perfectly cooked, seasoned just right and actually crafted by people that you could tell LOVED what they did and even better, KNEW how to do it. Perfect. We finished with a cheese selection that blew us away. The rosemary crusted cheese was SO SO SO good. Our wine, La Atalaya, which was recommended to us by Emily, was easily the best wine I've been sold at a restaurant in YEARS. The perfect balance of dryness, pepper and dark fruit. SO good. It was EXACTLY what we described to her and she picked it out immediately. Anyone that knows wine at all knows how difficult it is to nail down something for someone else's palate. She did so effortlessly. Blew us away. I can't wait to go back and experience this place again. No wonder they were PACKED on a Monday night. Keep up the great work!
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Andrew C.
Manager tried to correct issues, but he has his work cut out. Really tried my patience. Ordered the six tapas plates for $45 for two people, didn't want alcohol so ordered iced tea and water. First two dishes came straight out almost immediately. We let them sit on the table because I didn't want to eat without a drink. Time was going very very slow and still no drinks. My friend said he was not the complaining type (liar) so I had to do the talking. Asked another server for our drinks so I could finally eat. So three of out dishes had arrived no problem. After about 45 minutes to an hour our drinks were empty and the waitress asked if she could get us dessert I said something like 'How about the other 3 dishes we ordered?' She said she would check on them and then she went the table next to us and engaged in a long conversation about her family with them. I had to hold back from saying something like could you talk to them later and get my food. At this point I summoned the manager, I tried to break it to him gently that the service sucked. He apologized and got us our other three dishes and showered us with free dessert and two extra dishes. The bill came to about $70 and my friend felt bad for the waitress and tipped her 40% in cash. Personally I like to tip 30% to 40% and see how gracious the server is (I wouldn't have given her 30% to 40% but I wasn't paying). Did she say thank you? No! Did she come back and say how generous? NO! Our bill is paid and a friend stops over at the table and wanted a glass of wine. Forever and ever we couldn't get a server. She gets up and flags one down and orders her drink. 15-20 minutes pass, we do not even tell her about our experience and she says "Are they pressing the grapes for my wine?" Service needs work, food was really good and the manager was helpful.
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Duncan B.
Pork Belly was amazing!
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sheree h.
Barcelona is a atmospheric sigh of relief for the VA High strip. As always, adore what Skylar Morgan did with the interior design. Great meat and decent wine, I've had the empanadas, arugula salad, mushrooms and brussels sprouts, although I have to say, whatever the couple at the next table shared with us was amazing. I've been twice now and its been delicious both times, but watch your pocketbook, the bill can sneak up and b*tchslap you if you're not careful, and the food is very rich, and can do the same an hour later.
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Jessica M.
Atmosphere, check. Service, check. Overall this is a place i would def return to for drinks and to eat a bit but probably not for dinner if i was wanting a full meal. We had a few tapas and really wanted to try the Paella as the main. The tapas were tasty..the mahi ceviche was the best--great flavor, the octopus tapa was overwhelmed by the potatoes which was a shame bc it had great flavor as well. I hoped there would be a bit more meat in the meat tapas maybe they will work on that part--but the overall taste was great in these tapas. The 2 person paella was just OK. Not bad but suprisingly not fantastic....large the 2 person portion could easily feed 4 so thats always nice, but I was definitely not wow'ed and actually made me feel better about my own homemade version. That said, i'll return here for drinks and tapas for sure :)
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J E.
If you want Spanish gods delivering perfect plates of heavenly goodness, this place is for you. Ok, so maybe the people are not imported directly from Spain, but they could have been and perception matters. They put their heart into it and that is the essence of Spain. With so many restaurant managers wastefully sitting behind a computer now looking at labor and food costs all day, it was nice to see the manager Sean working the crowd and building a sustainable long-term business by professionally interacting with customers. I was pleasantly surprised and hope this continues as part of their culture. Food lives up to the service. Came with the hubby and we had four tapas and the chicken plus dessert. Recommend the meatballs, the steak, empanadas, and the main plate of chicken. If they put whatever spice is in the potatoes that come with the chicken into the calamari, that calamari dish would rock too. Get the crepe dessert - will not disappoint and the Rioja to balance the meal. Welcome to the neighborhood!
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Tara M.
I'd probably give this place 1 star except we had really good service. I'm not sure why they have a tag-team 2 waiter per table system, but whatever. Chelsea was the server who primarily took care of us. She was attentive, informative, and made a great wine recommendation based on our taste preferences. Two thumbs up for her service. The food, however, was incredibly lame. The first dish set the tone for the entire food experience - $10 for a tiny little plate of fried artichokes that consisted of 3 thin slices of heart no bigger than a quarter and a few woody, inedible leaves. LAME. The mussels were a hearty portion, actually much larger than I expected, but were in a sauce that tasted like nothing but reduced canned crushed tomatoes with crushed red pepper. Again, lame. The mushrooms a la plancha were thinly sliced - why? That's pointless and it made for a poor presentation and texture. The chicken empanadas were OK and the chorizo and figs were good, but two dishes does not make a meal. For $120 we were severely disappointed and doubt we'll return.
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Rob P.
Only went for a happy hour, but loved the whiskey/beer menu and everything i tried off the menu was delicious. Need to go back.
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Broderick S.
I've only stopped in for an app and a glass of wine, but so far I love what I see. Technically a chain, but they eschew the term for good reasons. They've taken a parcel in a building and turned it into a beautiful neighborhood restaurant with dark woods everywhere. I look forward to checking out more of the menu
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J. D.
Hip and modern, but yet quite comfortable atmosphere. Trendy crowd. Vibrant feel. Attentive, friendly service. Excellent tapas. No place is perfect, but for a newcomer this place has it together and will only improve. Welcome to Atlanta my new friend.
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Sarah B.
Went last night for Inman Park Restaurant Week. The food was fantastic as always, but the service was crap. Slow, and bordering on pretentious. That's not normally the case here, so I'm hoping our server was just having an off night. But it definitely marred our experience.
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barbara m.
Went to Barcelona for New Years Eve- had an 8 PM reservation. Great service from the time we walked in, had a quick drink at the bar and were seated. There were a couple foks waiting on us and answering our questions. Being vegetarian, there were lots of options for me and they were accomodating to take bacon on of one of them. We ordered 4 tapas and the vegetable paella- very large, enough for 2-3 people, especially after the tapas. Everything was very flavorful and well cooked. Also had a couple different cocktails, all very tasty. The decor is hip, but not over done. The manager came over to make sure everything was good. Had a very good experience from begining to end....would definately recommend and return!!!
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Beth M.
Seriously worst service I've ever had. NEVER sit at the bar. Sat for at least 20 minutes before anyone attempted to take my drink order, the drink was good, but seriously? There were 3 bartenders and maybe 15 people at the bar. We were given a menu, we asked the bartender if they were out if any food items, he checked, told us a few and wandered off. We waited to order but he took the menu away and have us the bar menu. Ummmm.... Did you forget to check if we wanted to order food off the regular menu since we had one and have been here for at least 45 minutes?!? Really?!? We got the tab and went to vortex, where in the first 15 minutes we got a shot, drinks, and ordered. The food and drinks are good, if you can get them.
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Jessica F.
Nice outdoor atmosphere, fun people watching, but my is it overpriced! The bread and olive oil were delicious, the spinach and chickpea casserole and mashed chickpea dishes were good, but not good enough to overcome the fact that they charge $17 for 7 small pieces of cheese or $7 for 6 bites of ceviche. Sitting outside on a warm spring evening was great, but there are much more reasonable places to do it!
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Michelle C.
Everything from the atmosphere to the food to the service was great. The room is a bit loud around the bar, but they have outdoor seating and a separate room in the front where it would not be as bad. Our waiter, Edgar, was awesome. Very attentive, gave a great wine recommendation that was even a lower price point than what we originally asked for and also didn't charge us for the one tapas plate we didn't enjoy. We didn't even ask for it to be taken off, we just told him he could take the half finished plate away and when he asked if we didn't like it, we said the seasoning was off, so no, and he took it off our bill! What service! The drinks we had at the bar were well made and the wine was great. All the other tapas we had were delicious and the Churros for dessert was the perfect ending. We will definitely be back for future date nights.
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Amber O.
The three stars are based solely on the service, which I'll admit was was attentive and fantastic. The wine list had an extensive assortment that fell within a wide price range, which was appreciated. However the food just totally missed the mark for me sadly. I live in Inman Park, so I have wanted to try this place for a long time. I ordered the hangar steak and the cauliflower and they were just so-so to me. For the money, honestly borderline disappointing. Come for a fun ambiance and the wine list, but eat before.. I think I'll stick with Sotto Sotto next time which is just across the street and not even in the same ballpark.
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Hollywood G.
My friends and I went to Barcelona for the first time last night to celebrate a birthday. Our first observation was that it was PACKED. The bar area was wall to wall! We arrived 30 minutes early for our 8:30 reservation, but ended up not being seated until 9:30. The management tried to make the wait as pleasant as possible, however, as we were given a complimentary appetizer at the bar.. There was a cocktail server who passed every few minutes with trays of amuse bouches (sp?) which were delicious. He didnt even judge you if you took more than one or sampled every time he passed (dont judge us, we were starving). All of the employees were extremely pleasant. Once we were seated and the server realized we had been waiting an hour for our table, she was very apologetic. We were brought 8489294399355 complimentary tapas and our first round of drinks were on the house. TALK ABOUT SERVICE! My friends and I were super full by the end of our meal and when the bill came we could not understand how it was only $96 (four people, 838483843432 tapas, 838848433 glasses of wine). Our server was awesome and our cars were waiting outside by the time we got there. Overall, one of the best dining experiences I have ever had (and I eat out ALOT), despite the 1 hour wait. I will return to Barcelona again and again (probably starting next week), lol. P.S.- we had the beef empanadas, papas bravas, hanger steak, chickpea puree, white asparagus, a sweet potato flatbread that was divine, calamari, pork croquetas, and paella (the order for 2 fed 4). I think there was more but that is all I remember (there were several glasses of wine involved). Everything was delicious! Thanks Barcelona!
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Ron R.
Amazing and lots of fun....
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Donnie W.
I really enjoy eating at Barcelona and chose to visit for my birthday with 2 friends tonight (Dec. 8). However, when we arrived for our 6pm reservation for 3, we were approached by the rudest hostess named Emily. I was told the reservation was only for 2, which was incorrect because I have the email confirmation and we were told that we would have to sit in the loud bar area or wait. I was not happy. Emily also spoke nasty about us to another hostess while we were standing there waiting. We finally got to sit in the main dining area and had a great meal and experience. The wait staff are fantasitic. The evening was turning out great until we were leaving. Emily proceeded to speak nasty about us again to another hostess while we were leaving and I heard what she was saying and turned around. Emily of course stopped talking then. I really hate rude people especially when the restaurant is great. Barcelona needs to put Emily in the kiichen and not have her working with customers.
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Ross E.
Service was impeccable and, as a result, we will be going back and also recommending this to our friends. They were slow bringing our food out so comped us several plates. The sangria was too sweet so they also comped us a pitcher. Ive lived in NYC and SF and have to admit: this place cares about service more than most in ATL. What a refeshing experience. Go check it out. Food is great, atmosphere is fun. Cant lose.
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Chris M.
Absolute mistake. We had gone to the tapas place in Virginia Highlands, which was an utter joke (didn't even know what a Spanish Tortilla was), so my wife and I had high hopes for Barcelona. We made an online reservation on their website. We got there on time, but they had no record of our reservation. We waited outside of half and hour. The place was super packed, but this is Atlanta where being crowded does not indicate quality. We finally got a table in the bar area, right by the door where servers access the front porch. Every time a server walked through the door he slammed it hard. So I had a door slam right behind my left ear every minute or so. It took them about 20 minutes to come and take our drink order. We were almost about to leave. They don't ask, "what do you want to drink?". Instead, they ask "Do you want water?" Do we want water???? We've been sitting for 20 minutes and this is supposed to be a tapas place. It was busy, but the table next to us was getting regular service. I anticipate a long delay. So we order a pitcher of Sangria and a beer, and water too. We wait. No drinks. The server comes over and asks if we want bread. We say, yes, but we'd like to order some tapas. Ok. We have now been there for 35 minutes minimum and the only questions our server asks us if we want bread and water. So, we order meatballs and the tortilla. They arrive in about 5 minutes. Still no drinks. We refuse to touch the food until the arrive and are designing our exit plan. As far as I'm concerned, even with food on the table, if it is untouched and you leave due to terrible service, that is not dining and ditching. Anyway, after about a 5 minute wait, the drinks arrive. This was by far the absolute worse Sangria I have had in my life. I've been to tapas places in Spain, Chicago, New York, Mexico City, and had all kinds of good and bad Sangria. Frankly, if they had just popped open a bottle of Carlo Rossi Sangria, it would have been better. It tasted like Kool Aid. I drink a glass. My wife has two sips. Disgusting. The tortilla was not bad. The meatballs tasted like Italian meatballs rather than Spanish style ones. The server eventually comes back. My wife tells her the Sangria is undrinkable and orders a bottle of wine instead. The server says she will remove it from the bill but is clearly irritated. She acts like, "Sangria is not for everyone and you should have listened to me and gotten wine." But she overlooks that this is not Sangria. It is watered down Kool Aid. Reminded me of Boone's Famr wine when I was in high school. We order three more tapas: chorizo and figs, swiss chard, and chick peas. The chorizo and figs were ok. The swiss chard wass not good. The chick peas and, was it spinach or greens, were awful. Of course, these arrived at least 15 minutes before the wine. So, we had the wine after the food was done. The wine wasn't bad. Overall, we felt the servers were unfriendly and unhelpful. The food was not good and overpriced. The Sangria was mind boggling horrible. On a scale of 1-10, we give it a 3. Bathrooms are nice.
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M.A. J.
Great food, nice buildout and outdoor patio is super fun space to relax and people watch. Very well trained and courteous wait staff. Try the hangar steak with black truffle sauce, insanely good.
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Reba Jean B.
This was the best place to go for a girl's night out. I really, really liked this restaurant. My best friend really liked it, too. However, I think she liked it because of the plethora of available men. We both couldn't believe the eye candy there at the bar. The only problems I have, and I have these problems with all trendy restaurants, it's way loud and turn up the damn lights just a little. The restaurant was packed on a Thursday evening and when it settled down a bit I could start to hear what my friend was screaming in my ear. As far as the light goes, what's up with that? Could I at least see the menu? Nuff of that bitchin',,, The food was fantastic. The sardines were yumm yumm. There is a great wine by the glass menu offered. We had an array of things offered on the menu and I'm impressed with all of them. In fact, this restaurant definitely stands up to other fine dining restaurants in Atlanta. The service was friendly and not pretentious in the least bit. I will suggest this restaurant to anyone. Can't wait for spring and summertime to spend evenings dining on the patio.
(4)
Christine C.
We were seated almost immediately by one of the managers outside by the fireplace which was nice. However, about 15 minutes after being seated we called over a different waitress who got us our drinks & bread while we waited for our actual waiter to take our orders. Finally after the 25-30 minutes total after being seated, our waiter arrives & we order an entree (Churrascos) for my boyfriend and 2 tapas plates (steak paillard and chicken empanadas) for me. He asked us if we wanted all the food to come out at the same time or if we wanted our tapas to come out first. We told him we would like for everything to come out at the same time. A little while later, the chicken empanadas come. I waited a few minutes thinking that everything else would come out too but after 5 minutes, we just decided to eat the 2 empanadas before they got cold. A few minutes later my steak paillard comes. Since we said that we wanted all the food to come out at the same time, I waited for my boyfriends entree to come out so that we could eat together and not have me awkwardly eating by myself. Another 10 minutes later, my boyfriends entree finally came. Mine has started to cool by now but I was just happy to finally have our whole order out at this point. The fact that the waiter asked us if we wanted our food to come out at the same time & the fact that our food was not given to us at the same time like we agreed made me more annoyed at the whole night. One strange thing that some other reviewers have commented on was the variety of people bringing the food & looking confused as to where the food was supposed to go. For every item, we had a different person bring it to the table. They definitely seemed a bit unsure if they brought the correct food to the correct table. Throughout this whole time, the waitress who helped us at the beginning continued helping us. I think we maybe saw our actual waiter 2 times throughout the night. The food wasn't bad, but the service made the whole experience a miss. If it wasn't for that hardworking waitress who helped us, I would definitely give a 1 star. I don't think we will be coming back anytime soon.
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Esteban R.
very good... the only drawback is that its a bit noisy on the weekends.. .food has been good everytime I have been there.
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Mike B.
As someone who has heard all the hype regarding Barcelona and finally got to go I was somewhat disappointed with the experience. We planned ahead and made reservations for 830pm on a Saturday and arrived 15 minutes early. People were out on the sidewalk crowding the door and it was a pain in the ass to navigate the gauntlet of Atlanta's "in crowd" just to get inside. When we finally made it to the hostess table we said we had a reservation and of course they were running "a little behind" but the host was very gracious in keeping us informed about when our table would be ready so we decided to park ourselves at the bar while we waited. Tucker our bartender was great, recommended a bold red from Argentina that I enjoyed and was very attentive even though they were slammed. Unfortunately with the massive amount of people there it was hard to enjoy much of anything because someone was always beside you or behind you attempting to get to the bar. I recommend coming early or early during the week because it is just overwhelming the amount of people they try and pack into the place. 45 minutes later we were taken to our table where we were seated less than two feet away from a 6 top with a group of people who apparently went to Paris, Italy and a few other places in the last month. The couple on our other side, again less than two feet away, were at least semi quiet. If you enjoy being a part of other diners meals and hearing everything they did that day or being able to read their text messages then this is the place for you. Our server Kaylee was very good but had to squeeze herself in between tables at times and as you eat it's tough to really enjoy your food when you're that close to other people talking on the phone, texting or simply talking so loud you want to stuff olives in your ears. But I digress..onto the FOOD! On the whole ok to good but nothing that blew us away. I ordered the olives which were good, then the ceviche and for $10 you expect more than three bites but no that's about all you get. My wife got the wild mushroom with herb goat cheese which was very good as were the batata bravas(the sauce of Heinz ketchup with mayo plus liberal amounts of paprika has you thinking for a second but no its base is just ketchup...). The serrano ham and cheese croquetas were underwhelming with almost no ham and the fried cauliflower was good but again LIBERALLY dusted with paprika. We basically stayed with the tapas and bread which was good so you won't starve while you're there. We did not try the desserts although they all look great and sound very tasty. I liked the fireplace outside but again hard to enjoy anything because there are people everywhere!! I caught a glimpse of it between people and said, "wow". The service by Tucker, Kaylee and others was great so in that regard I cannot complain but the downside is you are quite literally sitting with other people as you eat and that is a huge turnoff. I will go back again but at a less crowded time and will request a table on the patio no matter what and will gladly wait for it. Inside is just over the top loud and so packed that it's really tough to enjoy much. I'll give it another chance but as I said I've had better both in atmosphere and food.
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Erica C.
I loved this restaurant! The scene was great and the food was beyond incredible. We went with a large group and the service was so attentive. It was definitely the place to be on a Saturday night. I am still dreaming of the white gazpacho special!!!!
(5)
Jeanie M.
It was a cool March evening, but the outdoor fireplace and heat lamps kept us toasty as we tried our first Tapas bar at Barcelona in Inman Park. Brian, our waiter , upon hearing we were novices lead us through the menu and made fine suggestions. As my background was in Restaurants, I asked him to make selections for us and a wine for me to accompany his choices. Soon little plates of exquisite tastes arrived in a series, like the waves of an ocean, timed to perfection. Each bite was perfect. Highlights: Any and all the Vegetable dishes, the Steak- hanger was it? was so tender, the homemade salami and cheeses, the breads, even the sweetbreads-which we had never had before, were great. And the wine, I have no idea what it was but probably a pinot, was heavenly. We ended sharing a Coconut ice cream topped warmed chocolate cake with raspberry sauce and fantastic coffee. So romantic, the perfect night, the best service ever. Shawn the owner came by to say hello, on a busy Saturday night. Just the best night ever!
(5)
Jill H.
I have always sat at the bar and had fabulous service and a lot of laughs! Everyone here is great and strives to make my visit here constantly better each time. Special shout out to Joe Rigoli and Natalia Holmes - you guys were what made me first fall in love with Barcelona!!!
(4)
Danielle V.
I just returned from my second visit to Barcelona Wine Bar. This time, my boyfriend and I went specifically for the paella. When we checked in I mentioned my recent snafu with the credit card (only because the correction still hadn't hit my account) and the manager knew exactly who I was (and about my Yelp review, oops!). The red wine sangria was amazing, better than the white. And the paella was incredible - more than enough for two and had awesome flavor. We had the churros for dessert, again, and they are excellent. Ultimately, the manager was very gracious with our bill which I really appreciated after my first experience. What great customer service. I'll be back!
(5)
Cinthya C.
Honestly after all the positive reviews I expected a lot more. The service was great although I wish our main server had not been so clueless. Maybe if she had guided us through the menu a bit more we would have been more satisfied. For tapas we had the ham and cheese croquetas which were good but nothing outstanding. We also had the ceviche which I can say was amazing. The downfall was our entree. We had the parillada which had grilled steak, chicken, pork and sausage of which honestly had no taste of Spain, it just was. We enjoyed the sausage, but everything else was just grilled. The saddest part was the side: French fries? Granted it was $25 pp, but how about some culture with the sides, or at least a green veggie? Our favorite for Spanish will remain The Iberian Pig for the food. The managers were very attentive and kind as was all staff. Just our server, not horrible, but def not great.
(2)
Steve M.
I have been here at least three times and every time I get a bit more impressed. Best Spanish food in Atlanta. Staff awesome.
(5)
Brandon Y.
this the best place i have been in Atlanta for tapas in my opinion. They have really great cocktails, and the serving staff is on spot. Id make reservations if you plan to go on the weekend or some weeknights.
(5)
Rahi R.
Service sucks
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Julie S.
I went back to Barcelona and had a much better experience. I tried a variety of the menu and some of the tapas really knocked it out of the park. I love love LOVED dessert where we split the crepe and the churros. Amazing. I also once again loved the Bobal wine. Completely changed my opinion of this place and I definitely want to come back to take part of their half off bottles of wine Sunday special.
(4)
Walid Z.
Very well thought out concept. Of course tapas are free in Spain with every glass of wine you get to try another tapa. Not here at Barcelona or anywhere in the continental USA. But, Barcelona is very decently priced. The staff are well trained and know their menu. The chefs are extraordinary and very hospitable. Sundays are always half of wine bottles. If you want to impress your boss or a hot date, head over to Barcelona and make sure you take a short walk to Inman park after a wonderful meal and a nice bottle of wine.
(5)
Damon M.
Barcelona has an amazing atmosphere. Great looking crowd and friendly staff. They have a spectacular wine list and delicious food. If your looking to have dinner with friends or family, this is a great option.
(5)
J B.
The concept is perfect. Wine list is incredible and management obviously knows what true service is all about. Knowledgeable but not cheesy salesman.
(4)
Blaire B.
Currently one of my favorite restaurants in Atlanta. The food is phenomenal and the servers are very knowledgable and helpful with wine pairings. Which is great, because I'm not. The hands-down favorite dish of mine is the chorizo and figs. Paired with a bottle of Tempranillo (or whatever my server recommended) it is heavenly. I even asked them to "BRING ME MORE FIGS" done in my best 'kingly' voice (kidding, maybe) because the pairing with the wine was so on point. Can't even remember what else was had. The atmosphere is trendy and sexy. The wait can be atrociously long and the bar is packed. With hot people. Definitely get a reservation if you can help it.
(5)
Lindsay J.
I finally tried out Barcelona a few weeks ago with a group (I felt like the last of my friends who had never been), and I have to say, it is one of the best places in Atlanta. There were four of us and the tapas were the perfect sizes for sharing. Definitely start out with a meat and cheese plate if you're with a group. Ah-mazing wine list, too. There are outdoor heaters and blankets for sitting outside. I can't wait to go back.
(5)
Jasi L.
delicious food, cool amibience, great wine and cocktails... Took one of best friends there we had a wonderful experience, good service, though packed even on a tues,everything was delicious esp loved the mushrooms and fig chorizo dish...A lil loud but that is becuase it was packed and too cold for anyone to sit outside.. Def would go back
(5)
Hillary L.
Sunday brunch at Barcelona is perfection. The ambiance and setting are ideal for a long three hour get together with friends. The food is outstanding! The staff is all very friendly (although some of them were poorly trained... reaching over my plate to pour water and not remembering who ordered what). There are not bottomless mamosas but the deal is even better: half of wine on Sunday... buy a bottle of prosseco and spend let than you would have on a bottomless drink!
(5)
Aisha M.
I LOVE THIS PLACE! Great ambiance, incredible wine list, fantastic food. I love the back patio setup. A bar and beautiful fireplace make this the perfect place for a girls night, a cozy date, dinner with the family, or any other occasion. The Crispy Cabbage is excellent!
(5)
Jacquelin L.
Was here on a Saturday night for a birthday dinner.. The wait was a little long, but was understandable for the large party size... Once we were seated everything was great! Our waiter and waitress were very knowledgeable of the menu, and took their time to explaim the menu to newcomers. The food was great!!! I had the plank steak, broccoli and feta, and calamari... I plan on going back to try other dishes. Word of advice, make reservations on the weekend otherwise you will have a long wait! I definitely will be going back.
(4)
Michael P.
The best food I have had in a really long time. Every dish was amassing!!!! I would recommend you come!
(5)
C B.
One of the best meals I've had in months. Plan $70 each for best possible experience.
(5)
Mqew W.
I had their signature paella and it was just okay. It was not worth the price we paid for it! I'll go back to try their tapas with friends since that was most of the positive reviews.
(3)
Jennifer P.
I expected this place to be 4 star and I wasn't feeling the tapas here at all. It's alright not up to par. We ordered like 8 plates for 2 people but I didn't like any of them. For those who love to drink, they have 50% off on their wine list on Sunday and Monday. But I wouldn't go back though.
(2)
Kelsey H.
My best friend and i stumbled into Barcelona yesterday, very hung over from adventures in ATL on Friday. We were greeted by Cory, who was, hands down, amazing. He had awesome recommendations and made the experience perfect. Food was phenomenal. Environment was great. Eye candy.... On point. sexy man with the dreads.... I see you ;)
(5)
Heather D.
This place is amazing!! I am visiting from Philly and I could not be happier. Lauda was amazing on helping choose a wine, Jared was a great server, the manager was amazing, brought the Chef out who is a Philly guy to say hi... This was an all around fantastic experience. Amazing wine selection... I was ready to choose and thought lets leave it up to the experts and so glad I did. Fantastic tapas, the ceviche to the hanger steak, simple elegant and the taste was out of this world. Barcelona more than lived up to their reputation any time I an in Hotlanta this is on my list!!!!
(5)
Justin S.
I come here often. Thursday evening is my favorite because there is a live jazz band in the bar. Most of the tapas are very good; some favorites would be the grilled quail (the best), smoked octopus, charred broccoli, lamb chop, beef empanadas, and whatever fresh whole fish they have for the evening (the red snapper for example, is delicious). The cheeses are excellent, and wine selection extensive. If you want to sample several before deciding on a glass, they will accommodate. It can't always be said about establishments in Atlanta, but their staff--particularly at the bar, hostess staff, and manager--are outstanding and get to know their customers quickly. As a businessman, the only thing Barcelona could do better is have more bar seating, as while large, it is still a significant bottleneck to revenue maximization. But this is the nerd in me talking. Cheers, and enjoy.
(5)
Victoria P.
I returned to Barcelona - this time with just one guest and we were seated outside. It was a Thursday evening and as usual, the restaurant was packed - but we were not crowded. It was comfortable. As usual Sean (I spelt it correctly this time....) was a charming host - one of the best I have experienced in the city. Did I ever mention the seafood paella at Barcelona? It is untouchable Myyyyy goodness! Totally don't-talk-to-me-while-I'm-eating D I V I N E! ! Our server was attentive and gave us good suggestions for our wine pairing. I do not recall the name of the wine - but I know it was Spanish and it complimented the drunken goat cheese dish very well. For dessert, I tried the Crepas Salguero which was naughty enough to make me blush.
(4)
Nicci R.
We ordered Pulpo Gallego, Calamari, Steak Paillard,Grilled Hanger Steak , Chorizo with Sweet & Sour Figs, Lobster Risotto. All was good, but the Lobster Risotto an Steak Paillard were my favorites. We finished the meal with Crepas Salguero that was large and rich enough to share. Beautiful place.
(4)
Laura F.
What a fantastic place to dine! Clearly well-known for their robust wine selection, to add to it, its a fantastic location, cozy patio dining, and knowledgable wait staff. Oh! Did I mention the delectable menu selection? It is quickly becoming one of my favorite places for a nice night out! Thankful it's Tapas so you can literally try to burn through the menu! Now...lets eat!
(5)
Jennifer M.
I went with four friends for a very long overdue engagement dinner. We started with a pitcher of sangria which was very good. We ordered the grand sampler (10 plates for $70). We got to choose from their entire tapas menu which I really liked. The food came out pretty evenly spaced. Some of the winners were the potatoes bravas and the hanger steak. I really liked the goat cheese and mushroom dish as well. Our service was overall really good. They messed up one of the plates towards the end and left us with the mistake plate and brought out our correct dish. The only downside is the place is super noisy and very packed-even on a Wednesday. I will definitely be back to try some of the the other dishes.
(4)
Monica S.
I cannot say enough about this restaurant/bar and how my quality of life has dramatically increased with this new addition to Inman Park. I love that 1) they have an awesome wine selection 2) not one server or bartender is super pretentious 3) the food is always quality. Only downfall - the service is a hit or miss, especially towards the end of the night. I love their 1/2 bottle Sundays and love, love Stan and Doug. This place is great for a birthday gathering, meeting a friend for drinks at the bar, or flying solo. This place attracts every demographic possible - which makes people watching so much fun. I know some people complain about the wait, but I think it's simply due to the popularity of the restaurant that keep their hostess on their toes as they try to squeeze in as many people as possible. No one ever wants to leave their table because Barcelona's atmosphere is cozy, inviting and full of energy. That said, don't go here if you're in a rush...but keeping in theme, don't ever go to a super popular restaurant during the weekend if you're in a rush.
(5)
Luckie D.
BOO-YA....I love this place. The vibe, the energy, the class, the food, the drinks, the service. I've been three times and will return.
(5)
Hannah Beth R.
Excellent servers- very friendly and knowledgable. One did accidentally pour some red wine into a glass of white, but them comped a dessert. In her defense, it was really dark! The paella is to die for. Will definitely return. Make sure to call several days in advance if you want a weekend dinner reservation!
(5)
Danielle E.
This place gets 5 stars for the atmosphere and the customer service. The staff was very nice and accommodating. The churros suck but that's my only complaint.
(5)
LaToya M.
Eclectic is the word i would use to describe the atmosphere and the menu. Exceptional wine selection. Unique cocktail selection, the Bourbon Spice Rack and Bramble Snap were yummy (i didn't get the buzz i desired though). I was with a large group and the service was great. We had a variety of tapas: marinated shrimp, calamari, asparagus meatballs, lamb, and all were delicious. Great for groups.
(4)
Eduardo J.
Excellent place! the tapas is really good and the large wine list is huge they have a lot options.
(5)
Sherry W.
I remember watching the construction of Barcelona when I would go workout nearby. Now that it is built and fully functioning, available parking around the area has significantly decreased; and thus, sparked my interest in the popular restaurant. Barcelona is a Spanish tapas restaurant in Inman Park. There's valet parking on the side and there's a nice outdoor seating area that follows along Highland Ave. The interior has a sultry dark mahogany theme, and walls lined with old black and white photos of pop culture icons. Although I didn't order any alcohol, I noticed the extensive wine list displayed behind the central bar. I was there on a Sunday afternoon and there was a beautiful amount of natural sunlight and air that made the meal enjoyable. I ordered the vegetables a la plancha -2 poached eggs delicately served above a bed of grilled vegetables, with a side of skillet potatoes. I thought the food was good, but I wasn't exactly wowed. I will have to try something else next time I come back. Really great attentive service. Slightly higher than average pricing.
(4)
Dexter M.
Yum! I went here for brunch with a friend and had some great shrimp and grits. She had french toast. Both were excellent.
(4)
Jason J.
So first let me say I couldn't wait to go here. My partner and I live around the corner and walked down last night for our first trip. The atmosphere is great, and the food was good, but the service sucked. The hostess seemed unsure. The servers were auctioning off food from table to table, with no idea where it belonged. The managers were dressed like they were going to the grocery store, not going to work. We had finished our appetizers before they bothered taking our entree order. We apparently had about 5 servers. The guy that got our drink order never showed back up. it all seemed very confused. For the food, our appetizer, Empanadas, were just blah. Our entrees were awesome. Having worked in restaurants doing every job from serving, to bartending, to managing I'm usually really forgiving, especially for new restaurants. However they've been open long enough to have worked out these service issues. We decided we'll try again once more, but if they don't improve that'll be it.
(2)
John C.
We've been here twice in the last two weeks and we enjoyed the second visit just as much as the first. Essentially, all we have tried is the tapas, but there hasn't been a clunker among the twenty we've ordered. The tapas choices tonight had a number that weren't on the menu last week. The watermelon salad, although slightly different each time, was refreshing and delicious. We think the calamari is without question the best in Atlanta........lightly breaded and very flavorful. We ordered the Lobster risotto. The portion size wasn't much bigger than the tapas and for us not worth the extra cost. The staff is what actually earned them the fifth star. Each table is served by a team and both nights they were terrific. They are outgoing, knowledgeable, and super-efficient. Bravo!! Save a little room for dessert. The selection isn't extensive, but they are delightful and perfect for sharing. Outdoor seating by the fireplace should be great when the weather cools off.
(5)
Roger W.
Awesome wine book, excellent tapas
(5)
Dorothy S.
I love everything about this place! The first time I went to Barcelona was on an Inman Park food tour, and it was by far my favorite spot! They sat us down in our own alcove and gave us a wide variety of food to sample including, meats, cheeses, olives and warm bread, and a glass of sparkling wine. One of the managers gave us a rundown of the Barcelona concept, of its background, and of the food we were getting. He seemed incredibly passionate and excited about what he was serving. The next time I went was for a late brunch. It wasn't very bus and my date and I were given a complimentary order of the Spinach-Chickpea Casserole and asked for feedback. It's refreshing to see a restaurant that cares so much about their customers and the food they're serving! I think their brunch is a great alternative to the other places in the Inman Park area that often have incredibly long waits. I've had the Gulf Shrimp and Grits and the Goat Cheese and Chorizo Crepes, but my favorite is the Barcelona Burger! It may be counter-intuitive to order a burger at a tapas place, but this is one of the best burgers I've found in Atlanta! As far as dinner time, I've always had a great experience as well. Whether with a group of girlfriends or when my dad was visiting. They have a great wine selection (like they advertise) and other fun drinks! Here are a couple of my favorite tapas: patatas bravas, herbed goat cheese & mushrooms, crispy calamari, homemade empanadas, ham & cheese croquetas, and grilled hanger steak (prob my favorite!). Finally, I think they do a great job of managing an amazing atmosphere. The restaurant is broken up into three different sections. When you walk in, to the left is the "bar" area. You can also get dinner over here, and it's a little more casual. To the right, is the more traditional sit down dinner part, with table clothes, etc. Then there's the outside with a beautiful fire pit. They also do pick up orders! What else could you need?!
(5)
Andrew C.
Meh. Loud. Food was fair. Service was mediocre. Honestly don't see why it gets so much hype, other than location.
(2)
Jess C.
Barcelona is one delicious tapas stop. I've had a variety of their tapas and all of them have been full with flavor. The service doesn't take forever which is good and the atmosphere is always fun.
(4)
Nick B.
Ham and Cheese croquettes are awesome! Top of the line tapas.
(5)
Alissa W.
Went in on a Friday night the place was packed. The bar had a great scene so we waited about 15 mintues to get seats at the bar. Wine prices are very reasonable I had a glass of white wine for $7. This place is tapas style so we started out the veggie menu with the kale salad, was very good nice and light. Next we got the pumpkin with goat cheese honey and pepitas. Wow this was amazing I suggest you try it really like nothing I have ever had. Also the cauliflower, and fenel gratin was cooked perfectly and very tatsy. Next for out entree portion we got the garlic aji shrimp, and lobster risotto both were really good. The lobster risoto was a nice size. Wish I had room for dessert but the food was so good I couldn't stop ordereing ! I think the place is priced just right average about 45 a person with drinks.
(5)
Eric J.
So....I was in town for a dismal Giants/Falcons game last weekend (obviously, I was pulling for the Giants) and stayed with a friend that is a regular at Barcelona b/c she literally lives right across the street from it. I didn't realize how much of a regular she was until we walked in and she knew literally every employee that was working that night. We got a seat at the bar and I was told it was 1/2 price bottled wine night (it was Sunday).....after the day I had at the Georgia Dome, can you say hells yeah? I had the pleasure of being taken care of by two cool ass bartenders, Grady and Michael C. They were very knowledgeable and personable, which I can really dig. I forgot the bottle(s) of wine we had, I do know they were red and I was told by my friend to "trust" her, and I'm glad I did....they were very good. On to the food, I wish I would've saw the platos principales portion of the menu, but I missed it. I ended up getting a Spiced Beef and Chicken Empanadas, which were really good (the beef one was slightly better though, but not by much). I also had some of the Spinach Chickpea Casserole and for dessert, I had the Warm Chocolate Hazelnut Indulgence & Coconut Ice Cream...also very good dishes. Like I said earlier, I wish I would've saw the bigger plates b/c i'm a 225lb man and it would've taken me about 10 empanadas to get full, which could also kill the pockets at the same time. They're not the most expensive tapas I've ever had, but they're not cheap either. They specialize in tapas and I just eat too damn much, so if you fall into the same boat as me as far as having a big appetite, don't go starving or you'll drop a ton on several tapas As far as the other patrons that were there, everyone seemed to be put together pretty well and a very diverse crowd....that's pretty big to me, being from NYC. People definitely get decked out to go there, which I like. The ladies were definitely in the building too fellas, haha. I hear that it gets pretty packed on the weekends, but there's nothing wrong with that....guess that means they're doing something right that people keep coming.....right? I don't ever hear people say they want to go out somewhere where it's dead. People wanna go where other people are...FACT! Don't know if their management reads these reviews, but I will tell you this....I saw there are other locations in Connecticut, but if you guys are ever thinking about expanding, you will do well here in Charlotte. There is a market here for an establishment like Barcelona. Tons of young professionals and it is rapidly growing. Keep doing what you do guys b/c it's working. It's truly an amazing place. I'll definitely be back when i'm in town and will have to bring some of my other friends down with me. Until next time......
(5)
Giulio B.
Amazing spot, great ambiance, very nice wine list, good food!
(4)
Maxwell B.
One of my favs in the ATL. You wont be disappointed!!
(5)
Tina T.
I absolutely adore this place. When I first discovered this place, I kept going and spending all my money there for the first 3 months. Hiiiiiighly recommend the Salvaje Mixed Grill which has Morcilla, Duck leg, and San Sebastian Gaucho and is meant for 2 people (or 1 really hungry person). ONE more thing, almost forgot. Definitely try the Flan. My favorite thing there. LOOOOve it.
(5)
Obadiah S.
Happened upon this place for a birthday dinner. It's in the (now) very hoppin' Inman Park. So much foot traffic in this area, kinda cool. My first impressions of the place: it's very loud. That's not a bad thing necessarily, but it meant that we had to yell to be heard. It seems like a much better party joint than a date spot. We ordered a bunch of tapas. Everything was pretty decent. There were no particular highs or lows with the selections. It was all very....safe. I ordered a mint julep. Yeah I know, it's a wine bar. But the mark of a good bartender is the ability to produce a somewhat obscure cocktail even in the midst of all the wine pours. The mint julep hit the spot. The mint was balanced, and the simple syrup wasn't overwhelming. I would surely give this place another go. It's a nice, albeit loud atmosphere. There are nice big windows, so a prime spot for people watching too!
(3)
Mariela Y.
We came from DC with my husband for the weekend and we were told twice about Barcelona from two different people. We were not disappointed. I tried the steak with eggs and my husband had lamb burger. Both were delicious but what we liked the most was the bread. I recommend this place for brunch it dinner.
(5)
Anthony L.
The tapas here is always great and the service is some of the best in the city. If you get a chance to visit make a reservation for the outside fireplace seating... Sexy Sexy
(3)
Michelle E.
Weekday lunch. Caipirinha. Multiple small plates, shared with a friend: beet salad, jamon Serrano, assorted cheeses including manchego, spinach/chickpea casserole, egg/potato tortilla, meatballs, fresh/crusty bread. A little bit of everything so as not to fill up on anything in particular.
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Nina W.
Came here for a girls night out dinner/night. Never heard of this place previously but I did do myself a favor and check out the Yelp reviews. Based on everyone's boasting and 4/5 stars I started warming up to the sound of Barcelona! I'm not going to lie.. I was very apprehensive about going to a tapas bar on an empty stomach(Hadn't ate all day..my fault not anyone's)! Since I was already starving, not a big tapas gal (sorry I like HUGE portions) and I didn't have a chance to read the menu before hand I decided to eat a light meal to subdue the hunger that typically leaves you after leaving a tapas bar. So we made reservations for 9:30pm on a friday night and upon arrival I notice this place is slammed packed and jammin! So much so we waited about 5-15 minutes to get seated.. so much for reservations lol. Ambience was fabulous, music was on point. Loved the self portrait of the owner by the ladies room ..kind of a take 1, take 2, take 3 still shot portrait.. um cute :) So our host walks us to our seats, walked by a buchery with all sorts of meat hanging and being cut right in front of my very own eyes. Different! So we get seated and we get not one but two servers and possibly three. But you'd think with this many servers someone would remember to bring out my dessert menu that I asked for two times, but NOPE. Perhaps maybe because they were too busy performing a soul train line to the tunes of Bel Biv Divoe in between serving. But hey well get to that later. Surveyed the menu for about 15 minutes. There was vegetable tapas side and then meat side. So wait you mean to tell me tapas are $6-13 for small sample of whatever? Oh ok now I really was thanking God I ate before. I did the math, in order to have a satisfying portion of food that's about 4 or 5 tapas I'd have to order. Um.. getting kinda pricey here dontcha think? Since I already ate a light meal I thought I just skip straight to the drinks and desserts. I ordered a mojito. Drink came out about 15 minutes later but not before I was asked to provide a second form of ID b/c my ID was somewhat cracked.. lol really dude? I go to the bank with this ID and nobody ever questions me.. blah! That set a somewhat blah tone for the rest of the night. My drink came out about 15mins after ordering it, and um. It was OK. I've had better but definitely not bad. So then minutes later the tapas came out. I didn't order any but my cousin and girlfriends did and I did have a chance to try 3 or four of my cousins tapas. Neatly dressed servers walked around with tapas to tray of tapas to try out (might I add for free)! Then a random server (not our original server) came over and put a plate of Brussels sprouts on our tables. Everyone goes "um wait, we didn't order these.. sir um" to which he replies "there on the house" OK more free tapas??.. cool with me! I ate it was solely because it was free and also b/c I've never had Brussels sprouts. Overall they were pretty good. Got a chance to try the fried cabbage off my cousins plate. First time having fried cabbage and boy were they delicious! Then my cousin let me sample ..well ok eat the majority of her Patatas Bravas (fried potatoes)) which came with aioli sauce.. and these were equally well prepared and tasty as the fried cabbage. Another friend ordered the hanger steak which looked really good.. she complained it was fatty but um what do you expect lol its a steak hun! Now lets get to the disappointing factor: I asked for a dessert menu, not once, but twice. But no dessert menu in sight. *Shrugs, guess they forgot about lil ol me* Overall, a really cute spot.. if you like tapas.. I really don't care for them so I wont be back anytime soon but maybe to check out their wine bar!!! Note: If you want to opt out of ordering any food, they have a cute lil bar area circling the restaurant! Also noticed their extensive, now when I mean extensive.. i mean EXTENSIVE wine list. Like 6 or 7 pages of wine.. I'm no wine connoisseur but I assume if I was one I'd have a field day here.
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Tricia D.
Yummy food (Hazelnut Delight w Coconut ice cream, chorizo & figs, hanger steak), great ambiance, very reasonable prices, and drink options to satisfy everyone. Make your reservation early!
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Britta H.
What a fantastic place! It seems that's just what the Highlands needed. Very cool interior decoration with reclaimed wood and materials from industrial buildings. The food is exceptional (make sure you try the Churros after dinner - best in town!). The bar is a cool hangout for adults, DJ on the weekend, clubby, great music and you don't feel old because everyone is over 30 :-) If you come in for dinner and nice conversation make sure you get a table in the dining area and not a booth in the bar area - you might find the bar too noisy.
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Scott M.
Woke up Sunday with a hangover worse than I have felt in some time. I was concerned with how I was going to find lunch, as I could barely walk, let alone drive. Then my mom called and asked me out to lunch around 3pm. Since I awoke at 1:30pm, this was acceptable. She picked me up and we headed over to Barcelona. We arrived shortly after 3pm. My mom opted against valet and parked her car in the N. Highland Steel parking garage. We entered Barcelona. I told the hostess I required inside, air-conditioned seating and as we walked to the table my Mom forlornly eyed the packed outside seating, contrasting it negatively with the sparsely occupied inside seating. My headache took no prisoners, so we sat down and reviewed the menus. Our waitress, Chelsea, came over and asked if we were interested in the 1/2 off wine bottles? My Mom, her eyes as full of hope as a child at Christmas, asked if ALL bottles were 1/2 off. Chelsea said yes, and like the Grinch I informed my Mom she could order whatever she wanted, but I was getting a water and a Coke. She had an hour to drive, so she settled on a regularly priced Yuengling. I ordered a Bacon Basket, and the Goat Cheese and Chorizo Crepes. My Mom, who is the only person I've ever known who has a salmon fetish (if a Shell gas station offered a salmon entree free with a fill-up, she would eat it), ordered the Scottish Smoked Salmon. While we waited, I avoided personal conversation by perusing the inside of the restaurant. I don't know if 3pm is a slow time or if Barcelona is one of those rare places where people enjoy their jobs, but I was amazed by the number of dancing waiters I saw. I hadn't seen this much ballroom dancing since I took ballroom dancing classes with an ex-girlfriend. This wasn't a show for the patrons (the ones at the bar seemed to not notice the dancing), it was just being happy and caught up in the beat of the music. Weird and great. While we waited for our food, I was pleasantly surprised that my water glass was never empty. It was refilled about 5 times by Chelsea, other waiters, and two managers (I suppose? they didn't wear the waiter uniform). Our food took longer than normal to come out (20-30 minutes), but one of the managers came to our table to explain and apologize for the wait. I firmly believe more managers should do this, as it immediately defused my Mom (I hadn't noticed, as I was entranced by the dancing waiters / extremely hungover / working hard at avoiding my Mom). When the food arrived, I dug into the Bacon and Crepes. What rich heaven. The 10 pieces of bacon justified the $5.50 price, as they were varied but all good - seemed like two varieties of bacon with some pieces medium cooked, some almost burned but not quite. This bacon was rather salty, which satisfied my need (3 more cups of water, please!) but needs to be noted. As for the Crepes.... I normally don't order Crepes, but these made me wish I did. Basically a LOT of goat cheese wrapped in pastry with the sweet additionn of plentiful figs. I don't know how the chorizo came into play, but whatever the concoction, it worked. I ate an entire crepe before I thought I would pass out, and decided to save the other crepe and some bacon for later. Mom enjoyed her salmon and offered me some about 14 times, but I didn't want to disturb the taste of the Crepes with salmon, so resisted. She enjoyed it so much she left nothing behind. Chelsea returned with the bill, and Mom asked about the recipe for the Crepes so she could make some. I suppose Chelsea ignored the creaking sound my eyes made as they rolled in my head, for she returned a few moments later with the Barcelona cookbook with the recipe for the Crepes in it. I hope my Mom left Chelsea a great tip, as she deserved it, as she gave me a wonderful idea for a Christmas present. So, an amazing time. Because of the alignment of Mars and Venus and Jupiter? Because it was 3:30pm on a Sunday? Because of the dancing waiters? Because Chelsea was a professional on her "A" Game (my Mom didn't notice but I did that she looked stressed when she wasn't at our table, but smiled and interacted cheerfully with us)? Don't know, don't care. I've learned in life to just say Thank You when things work well. Thank you, Barcelona.
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Sandte S.
I've been to this place every Friday for the past 3 weeks, I'm a complete fan. The decor is really lovely, plenty of outside seating, the food is incredible and don't get me started on the drinks. I had never had bourbon before but the Bourbon Spice Rack is hands down one of my favorite drinks of all time. Its mixed so well you everything just meshes together and you can't tell if it's the bourbon, the lemon juice, the maple syrup or the bitters that taste so damn good. For tapas I would suggest the spiced beef empenadas and the chicken milanese. I had the meatballs and they were just okay, the seasoning wasn't everything I expected but the sauce they serve with it is delicious. But the meatballs seem to be a popular dish so totally go for it! For dessert I would suggest the crepas, the warm carmel and the ice cream...yuuuuum. I had the chocolate cake and that was pretty good too but I'd get the crepas everytime. The one down side is that the wait can be pretty long and the bar area gets PACKED. This past Friday it was an hour and a half wait...but worth it, we went down the street to have some drinks and then came back an hour later and our table was ready. Usually they have a girl taking drink orders come to the front which was really nice because it is nearly impossible to get a seat at the bar but unfortunately she wasn't there last Friday. The bartenders, the waiters, even the hostess are really great people; very friendly and well informed on the menu. Management did an excellent hiring job! This is a really great place to take a date or a group of friends just to hang out. I fully support coming here for lunch, dinner, or late night snack. Will def be back!
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TravelingVeggie S.
This restaurant was actually recommended to us by our cashier at the Coca Cola Factory gift shop. It is part of a cute and trendy neighborhood, and offers a variety of small and large plates. We decided to order from the tapas menu and share. There were many vegetarian options. We chose: Spinach-Chickpea Cazuela, GA Peach Salad, Brussel Sprouts, Roasted Cauliflower, and a Lightly Breaded Mushroom Puree with a Basil Dipping Sauce. Steve especially liked the spinach dish and the brussel sprouts, while my favorites were the GA peach salad and the cauliflower. The best part of this restaurant wasn't the food, but the atmosphere. We were able to sit outside and enjoy the evening and fantastic weather. If you are looking for a nice place to relax with a glass of wine and a few appetizers, then this is the place for you. The Traveling Veggies travelingveggies.com
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Tonja F.
Great atmosphere-high energy and very mixed crowd. Extensive tapas menu and several family style options (paella!) wait was a bit lengthy but if you have time to chill, talk w friends and enjoy a drink or two this is a fun place to do it. Valet parking very cheap and right next to restaurant.
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Anyia R.
So all in all I enjoyed my visit here. It was for a friend's birthday and we were seated by the bar which probably wasn't the best idea on a Saturday night if you're actually trying to enjoy your dinner. Turns out there's a great live DJ and the bar gets pretty packed. There's a restaurant side as well so if that's what your looking for, be sure to choose your seating accordingly. The food was pretty good and the sangrias were delicious. All in all, I'd go back.
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Paige N.
I'm really becoming quite a tapas connoisseur if I do say so myself, and after having a glass of wine at Barcelona in the fall, I was dying to come back and partake of their whole menu. And this past weekend, my wish came true. After a particularly stressful week, having a good bottle of wine and food to look forward to on Friday helped me soldier through, and I'm so pleased I managed to survive. I had the foresight to make a reservation, so when we arrived at 8:30 (and found a parking space right across the street I might add - karma, anyone?) we were seated promptly outside on the patio not far from the fire pit. This restaurant has such a cool setup in the Old Fourth Ward. It's got a large bar on one side of the restaurant (which is done entirely in dark woods with lots of wine bottles on display throughout and an open kitchen in the back). The other side of the restaurant is for dining and leads out on to one of the nicest patios I've seen - it's got a huge, free standing brick fire place, low tables and benches near the fire, more tables along the sidewalk, and another bar outside so venturing to the other side of the restaurant's unnecessary. Our waitress was very personable and knowledgeable about everything and helped us select an excellent bottle of wine before we got down to the business of tapas. This place does Spanish tapas it does them very well - I saw a good number that I've never seen on other tapas menus, and we ordered accordingly. Since I've read so much about the chorizo and figs from other Yelpers, I had to make that tapas a top priority along with the calamari, grilled hangar steak, sauteed eggplant and chicken empanadas. No vegetarians here, no sir. Let me just say, I thoroughly enjoyed every dish we had. The calamari was just lightly breaded and the remoulade and fresh lemon with it was great. The hangar steak was prepared just right, not too well done and the black truffle sauce drizzled on top was to die for, the chicken empanadas were a touch doughy but the fresh guacamole that went with them helped make up for that faux pas, and eggplant was such an unusual dish (it was sauteed and mixed with peppers and other goodies then served cold) but it was so tasty - I'd love to be able to recreate it at home, and chorizo and figs? Perfection! I never imagined such a combination of sweet and spicy combination could work so well together but it does. It came out in a little ramekin hot out of the oven with slices of chorizo scattered randomly among the figs and all were glazed with a great reduction. It was just fantastic - you must try that one tapas even if you order entrees for dinner. You won't be disappointed. Although we never made it past the tapas, I've heard very good things about Barcelona's paella, so I'll definitely be coming back (preferably during the summer to take advantage of the patio again) soon.
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Erin G.
What I drank: Random shot of the tequila variety Visit date: March 10, 2012 First time? Yes. This is a fun hang-out. It's classy, and the bar area has a DJ. Tonight's DJ wasn't very good at mixing smoothly, but it was still a good time. It's loud enough to get your groove on, but you can still hear your friends. The bartenders are a hoot -- dancin' around behind the counter and pouring drinks into people's mouths. Woo! No food on this visit; maybe next time! The menu sounds delish!
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Angela P.
poor service at the bar! The bartender took my boyfriends cash and delivered my glass of wine , made my boyfriend's drink and sat it down and forgot about it for 15 min. after we had already paid, UNACCEPTABLE for thus type of $$$ eating establishment!
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Lena S.
I visited this awesome place yesterday with my team. It was a little hard to find because there is no sign out front that says "Barcelona". Once I figured out I was in the right place, the ambiance and vibe captured me immediately! This place is a happening spot! And this was mid day on a Sunday! The food is good. The hanger steak and potato tortilla were Devine! The calamari was good and the paella was so flavorful! The spicy beef empanadas were a tad over cooked. The service started out great! Then our waitress went MIA and we had about 4 other people serving our table which was a bit disturbing. Also, the first waitress didn't explain that the paella takes 45 min to prepare! (Um yeah that would have been nice to know!) As we were about to cancel that order the owner came and personally served us! He saved the night. I will definitely be back!!!! Tip: parking is a nightmare so save yourself the trouble and take advantage of the complimentary valet.
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Chris Z.
I really like this place - minus a few flaws that I am hoping my next visit may make up for. I always get tapas and wine and/or sangria. The best tapas are patatas bravas, goat cheese and mushrooms, and cabbage. The flaw - people can get a bit sloppy it seems. Last time I was there, some employees were apparently cleaning up vomit in front of the bathroom - ug. I hope I can get over that..
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Andre B.
The short version: supremely authentic with excellent service. We now have a new favorite in Atlanta. And now the actual review. We went down on a Saturday evening. It's worth setting a reservation due to the sheer number of people that will be trying to get in. Parking could be interesting... except they have a valet. Use it. And for the love, tip the valet. The food was amazing. I don't say that lightly. When you're dealing with European cuisine in the US, you run the risk of getting someone's bad interpretation. This was not an interpretation. This was perfection. We started out with the standard: meat & cheese. We did Jamon Serrano accompanied by Valdeon and a 6 month Manchego. All 3 were wonderful. I will highlight the Valdeon, though. I got chills as I ate it... it was that good. We then went for 3 of the tapas selections. Each one deserves a description. Tortilla de Patata (Potato tortilla) - these can be tricky. I've tried a number where they were dry inside. This one was just right - moist & fluffy. Smoked Duck Sausage - comes with 3 sliced pieces, a soft boiled egg, and large croutons. Slice open the egg and dip the sausage in the yolk. So good. Fois Gras Terrine (w/ fig strawberry puree, pistachio bits, & a small glass of Amontillado Pedro Romero) - fois gras is really hit or miss. This was a very good example of how to do fois gras. And the puree mixed with pistachio was heaven. I don't drink, so the Amontillado went untouched. But from its fragrance, it is an excellent pairing to the fois gras and puree. For dessert we had the Poached GA Peach with a cream cheese creme anglaise and pecan brittle. Good doesn't even come close to describe this dessert. I was bordering on getting the standard (flan) for dessert, but I'm so glad we went with the peach. So, so delicious. The service was absolutely top notch. From the attentiveness of our 2 servers, to the suggestions offered, to the relaxed pace... just excellent. The wine list - As I mentioned above, I don't drink. But the wine list at Barcelona is a book, so I figured I would mention it. Something to the tune of 400 selections. In short, Barcelona went far and above my expectation of what to expect out of a Spanish Tapas restaurant in Atlanta. We will definitely be going back.
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Eneles L.
The wait was longer than expected but was introduced to a new beer from the bar which was a welcomed treat. After over an hour wait, we were seated outside near the fireplace with little tables and stools - quite a delightful atmosphere. Our waiter informed us the manager was sending some tapas over due to the long wait time. The hangar steak, potatoes bravas and the cauliflower. All were delicious. The roasted garlic was a nice complement to our other plates. Two plates took an exceptionally long time to come from the kitchen, which the manager took off our bill. Was quite impressed with how much the staff went to "make up" for any inconveniences to their customers. Not something you see much any more in restaurants. This alone will bring me back.
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Rohaneh E.
As a Native New Yorker I'm a stickler for great food and great atmosphere. I don't even know where to start. The restaurant is always packed with a beautiful posh young professional crowd. From the patio seating that makes you feel like your seated in Barcelona for dinner to the beautiful bar and attentive bartenders, My experience was above and beyond. I came here on a friday night around 8pm for dinner, and was seated on the patio. My waitress was so attentive and helpful recommending tapas such as the crisp cauliflower, and asparagus a la plancha, both of which were delicious and great recommendations. There is nothing better then when the staff and servers know the menu and can make great recommendations. We also tried the Hanger steak, grilled steak paillard, spiced beef enchiladas, grilled lamb chops, mushrooms and herbed goat cheese, and an ensalata mixta, all of which were beyond savory. their wine list is extensive I usually go with a Malbec, but if you're caught at a crossroad I would say ask you're server, I've been there multiple times and I am repeatedly impressed with the service.
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Christopher P.
great service + quality dishes + nice wine selection = me gusta!!! Came here to celebrate some job upgrades and had a fantastic time. I didn't feel like anyone was snobby or pretentious so don't mind the other reviews. Everyone was there to eat good food and have a great time. Our servers were Jacob and Johnathan. They were on point like Bron bron and Dwade.... executed. Very friendly and knowledgeable, Jacob explained the menu to us and we asked him for suggestions: Salmon crudo - salmon sashimi with an olive on top in some kind of oil... Boquerones - anchovies in some kind of oil Crispy cabbage - 1/4 cabbage, fried, had some kind of batter... kind of sweet Those were the three he recommended and the first two were my favorites... we had plenty of other dishes but these stick out.. This place is perfect for large parties, long tables, music, kind of loud type spot. Somebody mentioned that this place is similar to Iberian pig... I can see that but IP is still my favorite resto in the A. *Make reservations...
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Zewditu D.
I see there are alot of good reviews for this restaurant. Unfortunately, I can not add to them. I am a fan of tapas (Eclipse di Luna is one of my favorite restaurants). So I was excited to try out a new tapas option in my friend's neighborhood. We came during the week, so it wasn't that busy nor was parking a big issue. However, I have seen how terrible the parking can be on the weekend. Valet parking is available, but basically your car will end up on either side of a small street. Creates a big hassle. Also, I prefer to self-park (not a reliable option here on the weekend). The atmosphere is pretty nice..a bit on the dark side for me. I took a bit of time for our servers (yes, we had two) to get to us, but throughout the night they did a wonderful job. They were very attentive. On to the food. You can order tapas or plates here. I opted for the tapas. I ordered 1) papas bravas 2) hanger steak and 3) asparagus. The potatoes were pretty good- you don't get as many as you would get at Eclipse di Luna though. The hanger steak was good, but was a small portion, and I very much disliked their black truffle sauce. The asparagus was "hairy." You know...when they grill and the tips get fuzzy. Apparently, people like it that way...my friend tells me so, at least. I am not one of those people. I cut off all the tops and gave them to her. We also tried out some dessert- the crepes. I would definitely pass on that. The dulce de leche filling was just too much. Too sweet and too much of it. I feel that the food was a bit on the pricey side for what I got. I will keep to my regular tapas spot. Thanks.
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Tom C.
Yo!!! This place is mad sexay!!!! I'm not just talking about the people but the decor of this place. It seems like a bar scene out of a trendy romantic comedy like "Hitch". This is a great place to take a date or to impress one. The Wine selection is heavy on European wines so if you are looking for a good California pinot, you won't find it here....look elsewhere. I had no idea this was a chain but the atmosphere and the environment does not make it seem like one. I definitely want to come here again. To bring a date or to make one...errr....uhh ;-)
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Jeremy H.
I've only been here for drinks, but it was loud and crowded, it was difficult to get near the bar, and the service was slow. There's very little area to stand around the bar, so you're constantly getting jostled, and all of the tables around the bar are reserved for dining customers so you can't sit down to get out of the way. The bartenders weren't very friendly, even losing my friend's credit card and accusing him of still having it. Of course the bartender found it 10 minutes later. On the positive side, Barcelona has a cool, trendy atmosphere and a nice patio outside with a fireplace. The fireplace looked very attractive and I wanted to try it out, but after the credit card experience we were ready to go. I haven't dined here yet, but my friends have said that it's more expensive than other tapas places in town for basically the same food - so I'm not exactly aching to come back. Maybe I'd try it again with a ScoutMob.
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William M.
Nice place to have a drink outside or at one of the tables right inside with the doors open. Good wines, uninspiring bread, mediocre charcuterie, cheese and steak appetizer. In summary, would return for a drink but not to eat.
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Diesel P.
We had a wine dinner with 12 friends here last night. They did a great job of putting us out on the patio. Our waiter, JT was informative and attempted to stay on top of everything. He recommended some stellar wines. The Sunday half off all bottles is worth the trip alone. We went for the $38 per person unlimited tapas. This gave us a chance to try everything. All the items I tried were good but none blew me away. I liked the hanger steak, kale salad, and the potatoes. The chorizo was chewy and forgettable. I fall right in line with everyone else, this place is hoppin 24/7. Make sure to make a reservation or you may be waiting a while. All in all, very impressed with the service for such a large group.
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Amanda H.
I love this place. I brought out of town guests here Friday night and although it was super crowded, we ordered drinks quickly and eventually found a place at the bar. The bar staff were super friendly, provided great service. Wine and food were amazing, great flavor and the ambiance/energy is trendy and fun. The only name I can remember is Michael, but again the entire bar staff was superb. The only frustration was the hostess. We initially gave her our name to get a table and went to the bar. After about 45 minutes, we went to check on the progress of our name on the list and she was quite snippy. She informed my friend that she would come find us once a table was ready and when my friend asked if she knew where to find us she told her, "uh, I'm really good at my job, trust me, I'll find you". We weren't doubting her ability to do her job, rather assuring she knew where we were sitting in a very crowded room. Practicality was our aim, not assessing her job skills. A simple yes would have sufficed. We had been able to grab three seats at the bar after about an hour. Our friend, the hostess, did come "find" us threw what can best be described as a little fit when she saw us sitting at the bar. Her fit was complete with throwing her arms in the air and stomping her feet. She made a few remarks to the bartenders, gesturing towards us, rolled her eyes, and walked away. Thank you for that. Unwarranted and unnecessary. With the exception of the hostess's childish behavior, the overall experience was enjoyable, with exceptional service by the bar staff. I have also been here on other occasions with friends and family and have had nothing but professional, courteous service. The food never disappoints. Hopefully the hostess was just having an off night and this isn't her typical way of treating guests.
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Sebrina B.
Yes! I finally went on a date again and have something to review. Geez. Its really been awhile. Unfortunately, my date had ADD so we were only here for one drink. Here is the short and short of it. Our visit was Friday night around 10pm and this place was packed. Fortunately, the bartenders are pretty observant so we were able to get a drink around the crowded bar. A hurried server took the time to lead me to the ladies room where there was a wait. However, I found pleasant conversation in line and a clean bathroom after my wait! Sooo, is it proper to rate a place based solely on the service and the bathroom... hey its my opinion and I will Yelp if I want to!
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Heather P.
Love this place!! The staff is very helpful and friendly as well. :)
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Ruksana H.
Been meaning to try this place out for a while and finally did. Went there on a Sunday evening - the place was packed! Like it was the beginning of the weekend not the end! Friend and I opted to sit outside as it was a nice day, besides inside was way too noisy. Good place for people watching :) Great place for food. We did the meal for 2 so we could choose 6 appetizers, and that was quite filling for the two of us. Mushrooms a la plancha were lovely, and the bacalao was pretty good too. Desserts were flan and the hazelnut dessert on the menu - yum. good service despite the crowd I must say. Sundays are half off wine bottle days so go there with a plan to drink or take the party home. Cheers!
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Tom C.
I went to Barcelona last night and had a good time. We had a small group - 4 people - and arrived early. We weren't quite yet hungry, so we sat at the bar and had a drink. The atmosphere was great. The interior of this place is cool and comfortable. The bartenders, of which there were several, were informative, willing to chat, and interesting. But, they were not "chatty" and interfering. The drinks they made us were all great - the house special cocktails were extensive and creative. I have a SoNo Southerner (or something like that), which was bourbon with lemon and honey. Great. When we were ready to eat, I wandered over to the hostess and told her we were here and ready to eat. They sat us outside (after asking us where we wanted to be), and the service was prompt and thorough. I see other reviews complaining about service, but I thought it was very good. There were four of us, but one person with food allergies. So, we ordered 10 tapas for the three of us, and the person with food allergies ordered an entree. The wait staff came out and told the allergic guy what he could and could not eat from each of the tapas we ordered, as they came out. The food was good - not great, but good. The tortilla was probably the best thing I had, though the tuna tartare was outstanding, too. I don't eat meat but will eat around it, and I thought the figs that came with the chorizo and figs were very good. The ceviche was not good. Radishes were some of the best I've ever had. For dessert, I had flan, which was fine, though it wasn't something I'd go back for. We also ordered wine, and their wine list, I thought, was more than adequate. For 4 people, with drinks and wine, the total was $300, including tax, tip, everything. Not bad, for what we got, I think, though for the price you could probably go somewhere with much better quality food.
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Micah W.
Awesome! Dinner here always turns out to be fabulous- thanks mostly in part to Barcelona's amazing food and excellent service. The waiters were wonderful and very knowledgeable about the food items. We usually order several rounds of small plates to share at the table. The majority of the menu is set up to accommodate this type of dining, so it's great to go with a larger group because you can taste more items. I have been here multiple times, and on two separate occasions I have been given food on the house! Seriously! The first time I went with a large group of ladies we got several small plates on the house to enjoy, and then the chef came out to greet us and brought us dessert on the house! We felt so spoiled and I even started to question my girlfriends as to which one of them was sleeping with the staff, lol. But then my third time back it happened again! A friend and I were enjoying a meal when a plate was brought to our table by mistake. I jokingly told the waiter that we did not order the dish but would be happy to accept it as it looked very delicious, and his response- "OK, here you go, on the house, enjoy!" No kidding folks. TIP: Make a reservation on the weekends! You may still need to wait but it won't be the hour or more you would wait without it.
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Lisa C.
Gorgeous restaurant, friendly staff, beautiful bar, and great Tapas!!! the food was really great, I had a wonderful time with a group of my brother's friends. It was loud but it was a good vibe. The tapas were all delicious, and the red sangria was good but not great. It was loaded with tons of ice and ice was the resounding theme of that sangria, and that was the only dissapointing fact about my experience. I am not a lush and do not need tons of alcohol, but if i cant even get a sip without the water from around my glass dripping all over my lap, there is too much ice.. slightly on the ridiculous side, but the food and desserts were yumm!
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E L.
I've been here two more times (again for brunch and again for dinner) and I've really come around to it. For one thing, it was fabulous that they were open during Snowpocalpyse. For another thing, their food seems to have improved in quality. Their benedict (with serrano ham!) was delicious. Everything I already loved about it I still love, but now I like the food a little better . . . enough so that this is definitely 4 stars.
(4)
Lindsey H.
The cool kids rave about this place. It's so packed on a Saturday night that I can't even hear myself think. The environment is VERY loud. So my girlfriends think food is great and wanted to take me there for my birthday. I don't have the heart to tell them how much I didn't like it. All I saw was pickled meats, cheeses,and produce with over toasted bread. I just ate when I got home. Oh, and make reservations ahead of time. There's no way you're just walking in without waiting at least an hour. Service: very nice and pleasant Environment: loud and uncomfortable, but you'll be seen Food: pickled and not impressive Sorry cool kids.
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Kyle C.
Went for a birthday party ad Barcelona was SO accommodating. Put our cake in the fridge, brought it out with candles, and even cleaned the Tupperware it came in! Service was AMAZING. Jep and Kaitlin rocked. We did the $29.00 all you can eat tapas - everything was DELISH!!! Thank you!
(5)
Sam L.
its pretty good. i had brunch with my dad I had the eggs benedict which was good. the servers are friendly and the ham was really good
(4)
Dave S.
Great tapas! Nice atmosphere. Awesome outside seating.
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Dalton S.
EXCELLENT WINE! IMPECCABLE WAITSTAFF! Mediocre food. I've been here multiple times because of the service and the wine selection. I also enjoy sitting out on the patio and people watching, but, don't expect a culinary explosion. The food is just meh. You go here for the wine and atmosphere. It's dog friendly.
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Jamie P.
I had a rather enjoyable experience. There's such a variety of flavors, mainly tapas, on the menu! You definitely won't get bored. The dessert was delicious too, very rich. I was there on a Wednesday and it was packed, so don't be surprised if it's full of like-minded patrons. The tables are kind of small, so you're only served two dishes at a time. This setup seems to be part of the overall feel too. It keeps the conversation and food flowing. It also encourages you to share your food and try lots of different things. The staff was friendly and, above all, very knowledgeable about their dishes (of which there are many!).
(4)
TeaKay E.
Seriously, what's not to love about Barcelona? Well perhaps the price, but hey, half off bottles of wine on Sundays! What a lovely place to sit back and enjoy some food, drinks, your friends and the atmosphere. Friendly bartenders and servers -- hat tip to my fav, Michael! Reservations strongly recommended for Thurs - Sun nights.
(5)
Juichia C.
Place attracts too many yups. :P The oyster mushrooms a la plancha was DELICIOUS!!! 5/5 The prawns a la plancha was awful, shrimp was not fresh at all. 1/5 This place is huge with tons of seating. The sangria is okay. I probably won't be back just because it's not my scene.
(3)
Kay H.
I tend to do a lot of celebrating being an event planner & having social friends so it was refreshing to go somewhere new and be cozy mingling amongst new & old friends to celebrate a birthday of a good friend of mine ...so my impressions Food: Narrow selection and wouldn't come here for dinner, but a bite or two to go with my wine,absolutely! I had mushrooms sauteed with goat cheese- it was tasty Service: Not sure how new this place is so I never think everything is going to stay consistent, but we had a great server & the guy had another server help out @ times I feel as though they may not have handled it as well, if we all ordered larger portions Setting: As people have mentioned its nice! No I didn't quite feel like Barcelona, but it was a nice change of pace from typical Atlanta setting, so way to go! so heres the thing I would love to want to give this a 5, but truly its a 3.5 But! based on the bar and ambiance it gets the 4, I can not suggest going here for the food, because it was too limited , but drinks with a significant other or a group, its a grand ol' time! :)
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Katherine S.
Went during Inman Park Restaurant Week with a big group, and we had a blast. Ordered several pitchers of Sangria and buried our table in tapas. We had a really fun time passing everything around. While it wasn't the best food I've ever had in my life, there were definitely some tasty dishes. The best part about this restaurant is the atmosphere. The restaurant is well-designed, with awesome outdoor space. Everyone is having a good time, and the service keeps things running smoothly, even when the place is packed. Definitely call ahead for a reservation.
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Kimmie P.
I read a few reviews regarding Barcelona and was surprised to learn that a few were disappointed with the service. I went to Barcelona for my birthday at the beginning of July with my fiance. Our waitress was attentive, friendly and knowledgeable regarding the menu. The food and sangria were FANTASTIC. However, Barcelona proved itself to be fantastic at customer service as the night progressed. I had asked a few friends to stop by. It was the night before July 4th, so the place was booming. When it became clear that we were not going to have enough space to casually stand and chat the manager really helped me out. The back patio was closed due to rain, but he set up several tables and arranged wait-staff for us under the awning out back. We are talking about 20 people. They also gave us Sangria for free. All in all, fantastic food, drink, and service. HIGHLY recommend!!
(5)
Leang C.
Came here with a group of 5 on a late Sunday afternoon into the evening. Very, very crowded as it was the time they have half priced bottles of wine. Atmosphere is great and lively. Enjoy the patio area outside if you can. For the food, the have a selection of cheeses that looked pretty good. For me, nothing on the menu really jumped out at me. Turnaround for the food was pretty quick, tapas style. Again, nothing spectacular. A place with a large wine bottle selection with prices knocked by half is always a good time with friends. I would definitely go back.
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Elisabeth C.
The tapas at this restaurant were amazing. We had albondigas, ceviche, cauliflower, shrimp, patatas bravas and skirt steak. They were all perfectly cooked and tasted great. The service was also very good. I highly recommend this restaurant!
(5)
Bryan S.
Hadn't even been seated and the staff had brought 4... 5 complimentary trays of tapas around for those waiting, as well as two trays of sangria. Extremely hospitable. Amazing food. Half priced bottles on Mondays makes it a go-to. On busier days you have to buy a drink at the bar before they'll seat you. (I've heard the portions are getting smaller, but this isn't a rumors review)
(5)
Brittiany M.
LOVE this place! Though I am sad that Zyma closed, Barcelona exceeded my expectations. Every Tapa we ordered was amazing !!! The wine list was refreshing and our Server was very knowledgeable about the list. I can't wait to go back when it is warm outside so I can sit on the beautiful patio. The Wine Flight is well worth it and make sure you try out the Organic Greens salad...YUMMY! Barcelona was packed on a Tuesday night. Way to go for a new restaurant!
(4)
Mike P.
Great Place. Perfect for a date and they know what they are doing with food. We went for tasting party so we didn't order off the menu. I want to return with friends and really explore the menu.
(4)
Ana M.
I have been here twice- the first to a double date when whoever picked the wine thought we were high-rollers, the boys were hungry and we ended up dropping $80 pp. Last time I was here, I went with three other girls, we shared some Cava, 4 tapas and 2 desserts and the check came out to $25. Moral of the story: never go to a tapas place with boys. Both times were awesome. The service is attentive and fun, and the tapas are solid. I won't say that any dish has completely knocked my socks off, but they are all of very high quality. But you come here for the ambience. A wrap around, see and be seen porch equipped with outside heaters and a large fireplace ensures that this place is always bustling. The drink options are amazing- you can go with any of the high quality wines from the list (prices start in the high 20s and go up), there's sangria and a tantalizing cocktail list. The bar is happening on most evenings. The service, as I have mentioned, is impeccable- they even have blankets for us girls who insist on wearing summer dresses in March. Everything is designed for you to have a good time, and you will.
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Jacqueline S.
Currently one of my favorite restaurants in Atlanta, I have been coming to Barcelona since they first opened and have watched them go from a neighborhood restaurant to a place that people come from all over to enjoy. Barcelona gets very crowded on weekends when the weather is nice or awful so make a reservation. I wished they would bring back the fried cabbage.
(5)
Zoe M.
really enjoy coming here. it gets a bit crowded but the wait staff is great and very knowledgeable. Good wine list and great food in a fun atmosphere
(4)
Trip B.
The food here is great, truly delicious. The ever crazy crowd coming from Buckhead makes me want to throw up a bit. Go for the Tapas but expect to go for a nice night out. Two people will hardly get out for less than $120. Other than that, you also go here to be seen which isn't exactly my vibe but that is not the Manager's fault. It also doesn't help that if you live in the building, you have probably killed about 6 valets in the last few months. It's good but the crowds and the prices have me avoiding regularity here.
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Hambri Enta M.
MY FIRST VISIT....Service gets a A(+)' Doug, the bartender, and all other staff, very friendly and at least, to ME...provided somewhat of a personal service a la " I have known you almost forever" type of feeling. Manager was equally attentive, and was working hard delivering meals and doing his manager thing. We arrived @6:15 and space was available throughout the bar, by 7:15 there was no empty seats in the place. They have a "wine boot" which is something you want the male bartender to pour into your mouth if you are either into men or a female. Is not as awesome seeing a dude pour wine into another dude's mouth...as for me, Doug initially nailed me in the eye, but that just made for a good time, and proved that this $11 dollar waterproof mascara is no bullshit. Food was great. the best was the free stuff we were hooked up with (the charred peppers and the meatballs). As I am of Latin descent, I approve all these items as part of a healthy tapas lifestyle, the cheese balls did not really WOW me...the skirt steak with truffle sauce...YES more sauce pls! You need to try this place, but most def....get a reservation if you wish to sit at a table. Bar is a beautiful U shaped marble slab...perfect and sturdy to handle a BAR TOP dance...
(4)
Alan R.
Trendy, but not worthy. Sorry guys, I lived in Barcelona for a year and you are off the mark.Nice use of the name and decor, but the that is where it stops. A truly cheesecake factory spanish chainlike disneyland experience.I have a better wine selection in my refrig at home right now.And the weakest sangria ever. But yet again, the herd mentality of Atlanta rules. Good to people watch but I like to watch people while eating good food and drinking great wine
(2)
Heather H.
I love the decor and feel of this neighborhood eatery. I had an awesome dinner experience doing tapas in 5 courses with an incredible wine selection from our very knowledgeable server. However, when I returned for Brunch, I wasn't sure if it was the same place I had been to. The roasted veggie platter with poached egg was flavorless and unseasoned, the poached egg was overcooked, and the servers were on auto pilot from lack of sleep hence the 3 stars. If you want me to return, I need consistency,
(3)
Darren S.
Cool place. Really great atmosphere. Small plates for sharing. I would definitely come back when in Atlanta again.
(4)
Jessica O.
While this place is pricey and does get busy later at night, the food and drinks are all very good. Service was also pretty good. The patio area with the heaters and fireplace is quite nice.
(4)
Rachel F.
Barcelona is our favorite place in Atlanta, which is why we go at least one a week. The food is delicious and, according to my Spanish husband, as authentic as it gets in the states. Besides the food and wine, the thing we value the most about Barcelona is the customer service- it is impeccable! We have been going here since the week it opened and Sean and the staff have always gone above and beyond to make sure that everyone has an exceptional experience. Last week he even brought us a complimentary drink to celebrate our recent marriage. In the event that something does go wrong, they are always eager to correct it and want you to leave 100% satisfied- which we always are. We have taken many friends here who have always loved it and lots of them have become regulars themselves. I highly recommend- and get the charred broccoli- it is divine- or the calamari- or the steak with truffle oil...really, it's all good!
(5)
Francesca L.
I was visiting a friend in the ATL and she suggested Barcelona for dinner. We dined on a Tuesday night around 9pm. First, our server was fabulous. He was really helpful with picking out a wine and with suggestions for dinner. Second, the food was great. I can't remember everything we ate, because the wine was that good, but I do remember the beet salad, papas bravas and flatbread. The only thing we did not love was the root vegetable dish. It had some ingredient that was very powerful and not to our liking (it may have been fennel - not sure). Otherwise, everything was great. Finally, the atmosphere was really good. It was quite crowded for a Tuesday night.
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Tracey A.
The sangria and paella is delicious! Great for a group!
(4)
Jessica R.
Great atmosphere and good place to wine and dine! My girlfriends and I really enjoyed going there for the first time. The hanger steak is delish and so is the mushrooms and goat cheese, highly recommend. While I think it can be a little pricey, it's definitely worth checking out!
(4)
Eric K.
Hell yes! Great food, great service, cool spac. We were in Barcelona earlier this year and several of the dishes we sampled were reminiscent of Spain. OK, enough pretense on my part....The jamon was nice, the croquetes were solid, sangria was delish. Fantastic atmosphere. Dig it. One minor point, some Estrella on the beer menu would be a welcome addition.
(5)
Frances N.
Great experience! Went here for Sunday Fun Day half priced bottles of wine. Ended up trying the hangar steak with truffle sauce despite the fact that we had just eaten brunch before we arrived. It was amazing. Our server was so sweet! I told her we were collecting corks and she brought me about 20 of them from the bar. Great service, great food and wine. Will definitely be back.
(5)
Dave B.
One of our favorite places. Good for small groups or a date night. Get a reservation because. This place becomes quite the scene. The charcuterie is our go to and the staff is knowledgable as to which meats are tasty. Half priced bottles of wine on Sunday can make getting up for work Monday morning quite difficult.
(4)
Heather C.
I tried Barcelona again tonight (a Monday). I received excellent service (thanks to our server Dan), and enjoyed some very good wines. I ordered the Bibb salad and a steak - and I was not disappointed. Overall, I think that if you want to avoid the crowds and the noise, I would recommend a mid-week visit. My dinner was very enjoyable.
(5)
bobby w.
ON my birthday we showed up at 8 pm (table of 4) during restaurant week, we accidentially got a table outside....they weren't seating a small portion of the outside area as they didn't have enough servers to provide their usual high caliber service. This was an additional area and the restaurant was packed, what I mean to say was they went out of their way to make room for us, they also didn't know it was my birthday. We cozied up to the fire, met our two ....yes two wonderful servers. He was amazing, to know as much about the menu as he did shows such great management but also how much the staff actually cares about what they do. Midway thorugh our first course we ordered a drink, they took 6 minutes I am sure but the restaurant was packed. I had ordered somethnig off the menu being a foodie and all. Not only did the bartender bring it out themselves, it was "paid for". Later during our meal both managers stopped by and made sure we were ok, they talked for a few mintues....on one of the busiest nights of their year and made sure my night as well as my friends' night was perfect. Somehow we ended up with a few other thngs we didn't order. Here's what you need to know, food....amazing, ambiance....great, service, one of the best I have ever had. Nothing but stars for Bart, Sean, Jep, Katlyn and Andrew. Trust me I have much more to say but I don't want to make this a love fest. It truely blew my mind how much they did for us.
(5)
Julia M.
I first went to this restaurant opening week and had a great experience. Each time I have returned, it has gotten progressively worse in terms of food and service. I thought the worst experience was when I invited a group of 8 to go here from one of my clients (visiting from Vancouver). The server pushed the largest sized paella on us in addition to the numerous tapas and it was not only substantially more than we needed but it was so fishy that we left most of it there at a hefty price. Fast forward 9 months and I decided to give it one more chance. Four of us arrived at 5:30 when it was half empty and ordered cocktails, bottles of wine, dinner and dessert. We left at 7:30 but when we were still finishing our dinner, we were asked if we wanted dessert and while we were still eating dessert they dropped off our check. We still had our bottles of wine to finish and they took the signed receipts with tip and the server looked at it as he was walking away. The manager even came by as we were still finishing to briskly say thanks for visiting (in other words time to go). If this restaurant had amazing food they wouldn't even be able to warrant the cocky attitude. I don't know why I bothered to give them another chance. The only thing they have going for them is atmosphere but they need a reality check.
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Terri H.
Had dinner at Barcelona on 2/22/12 and it was not what I expected. The food was just OK--nothing fantastic. After having two drinks and informing our waiter that we didn't like the food (I was with a group of 3 and we all thought the same thing, we also ordered some of the same dishes). We ordered one more drink and the waiter told us that he couldn't give us another drink. We were like why? He said management said I can't get you another one. Really? Two drinks and after we gave you feedback that the food wasn't good. I had two Cosmo's (not good), a Coke they had to replace 3 times because whom ever replaced the line had Diet Coke coming out instead of regular Coke and Water over the course of 2.5 hours. I said all that to say (nobody was intoxicated) The lamb chops were tough and had a lot of fat, the sweet potato fries were overcooked and the arugula salad was salty. The best thing I had on the menu was the Sauteed Shrimp and the Hanger Steak (minus the truffle sauce). I dine out often (several times a week) and when I say--I won't be returning here ever again!! And the service was just OK. It took 20 minutes for our server to even come over to wait on us.....And our bill was $180. Your choice...but I wouldn't advise it!
(1)
Liz L.
Two weeks ago, my two girlfriends and I came here on a busy Friday night without reservations at 8:30. Needless to say, there was a pretty lengthy wait and we decided to wait it out at the bar (which is not a bad alternative given how hoppin the bar was and the free wine "shots" that were being given out). Anyway, about an hour and a half later, we were finally called to our table - it was about 10 at this point, and though it was late we had known from the beginning that our wait would probably be this long. Nonetheless, the manager (we think) asked us what our favorite tapa was and whether we or not we liked tequila - what's a girl to say??? We were excited at the prospect of getting a free appetizer or a free drink and were completely astonished when the manager sent us FOUR free tapas to our table and also proceeded to take a tequila shot with us (and it was no pepe lopez). The food was absolutely delicious, and definitely the best tapas restaurant I've ever been to. We tried: both the chicken and beef empanadas (a tomato sauce and flaky crust - YUM), the slow roasted garlic bulbs (mildly garlicky and very creamy), the potato tortilla, the calamari (probably top three calamari I've ever had), and the red sangria. Overall, it was an amazing meal and the service was also impeccable, though I do agree with the other reviewers that sometimes their presence is a little too pervasive (I think we had four or five people serving us).
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Kay M.
Love the rustic atmosphere. My favorite part is the outdoor fire place with couch located close by. Food is just okay to me. It is a tapas style restaurant with some larger entrees available. I've been here multiple times for the atmosphere, fireplace and of course the wine. The staff is very knowledgeable about the wines and always had great recommendations for whatever you are in the mood for.
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Morgan W.
Barcelona is an awesome spot to go with a group so you can order a bunch of tapas and try a little bit of everything...along with of course ordering a few bottles of wine. I really enjoyed everything and the service was great. I would recommend the squash and the roasted garlic. Make sure to go ahead and make a reservation...it fills up fast!
(4)
Ashley H.
Stopped in for lunch after a morning of apartment hunting. Moving from CT to ATL, we were familiar with the Barcelona restaurant. We met Sean, who immediately welcomed us and started telling us about the area and himself. He even suggested we check out the AMLI apartments, which we did and are moving into on 10/10!!! Anyways, he was a great guy and I can't wait to get back there once we move! Thanks for your friendly and outgoing vibe!!
(5)
Michael E.
What's good is not always popular, and what's popular is not always good, but Barcelona is a rare example of a restaurant that is both popular and delicious. This place is a classic double-edged sword. On the one hand, the tapas are excellent and the service is friendly and attentive. On the other, Barcelona has all the raucousness of Buffalo Wild Wings on a Sunday afternoon. If you're willing to put up with some obnoxious patrons here or there, Barcelona has some solid-value tapas. If Iberian Pig is the Maserati of tapas, Barcelona is BMW.
(4)
Darin K.
Great experience! Been coming to Barcelona for years. The last few visits weren't great...but today I was blown away. GREAT food and GREAT service! I'm glad they are back!!!
(5)
Lori F.
I judged a book by its cover and well, meh. Fun atmosphere, super wine list, pretty forgettable food, and pretty bad service. It was a busy night, yes, but being borderline rude is kind of a turn off. Won't be back unless things improve greatly.
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Kim N.
Came here last night for my birthday and it was great! We had reservations and were seated right away. Our server was knowledgeable and friendly. We had a bunch of different tapas, charcuterie, and also tried the meat serving for 2... Can't remember what it's called but it was super yummy! The scallops plancha, ham and cheese croquettes, and shrimp ceviche were some of my faves. Would def come here again.
(4)
Kate C.
Food was mediocre...not on par with other tapas restaurants we've been to. Service was good.
(3)
Dana L.
I took an out of town friend here and from the moment we walked in, we were well taken care of. The service was EXCELLENT. I have been here several times before and they will always give you an extra tapa just to try. When we asked our server if he wanted us to move to the bar because we didn't want to hog well waited for table time (and wanted to gab for a bit longer), he said that no one has ever been that considerate and came out with complimentary drinks for us. Great vibe, a bit loud in the bar area if you're trying to "catch up". Make reservations- this place gets packed!
(5)
LaÃza B.
I really liked this place. Great food, service and location. I love how pet friendly they are. My dog was allowed at the patio, and the server brought him treat and a bowl of water. Super sweet and polite staff. I will def be a regular :)
(5)
Marjan D.
I loved the atmosphere at Barcelona. It is very modern and trendy with a really cool wrap-around patio. Tapas are delicious and perfect for sharing.
(5)
Catera W.
I had a Gr8 time with Lyds- thats my friend btw. Gr8 selection of wines. A patron at the bar brought me a Bourbon Spice Rack with was really good. I do recommend you give it a try. I also saw the bar tender make several Whiskey Roots, something I would like to try next time around. FYI tappas are REALLY small portions.
(4)
Lindsay W.
Love to overcrowd. Credit card machines down. Food late, recommend trying on a non weekend night. Moving on...
(3)
Jane E.
Truly excellent vibes and that's what the stars are for. But the food isn't all that good to me. It's tapas style btw. We tried about 6 or so dishes... meatball dish, chicken dish, garlic dish, salad dish, couple other veggie and meat dishes, dessert... I'll look at the menu to get the specific names You have about 3-4 servers, there's no one sever per table... I think its more per section. Which might actually help get the food out quicker?? idk. There was live music the night we came, really enjoyed that. The manager was very nice! We got wine service while waiting in line... nice. Definitely a place to try if you haven't been here.
We came and had to wait a little bit for our table, but the service after was great. The sangria is delicious and the chocolate dessert is a must! Great place to come for drinks and a good dinner!
(5)
Stephanie L.
One of my favorite bars in Atlanta! You'll never find a complaint from me about this place... The staff is so amazing as well as the food and wine!
(5)
Rakesh P.
Right from the start the wait staff were excellent. They were extremely nice, talkative, and helpful with the menu and extensive wine list. The atmosphere on a Monday night was surprisingly buzzing (probably because of the deal they have on wine, half off on full bottles on Monday nights). The food was excellent. We had the jamon iberico, which was sliced in front of us and was absolutely gorgeous. We also ate the manchego + jamon croquettes, blistered peppers, gambas al ajillo (shrimp), and pan roasted venison, all of which were delicious, particularly the venison. We couldn't help ourselves and ordered dessert, the warm chocolate hazelnut indulgence, crepas salguero, and the flan catalan. They were all good but the warm chocolate hazelnut indulgence is the best. We'll definitely be coming back here for the service and the food
(5)
Maria L.
Tasty tapas and cocktails, great for a group of friends to share. The atmosphere was modern and lively, great for a Friday night! I would come again.
(4)
Candace G.
The manager Sean P. is amazing and true professional. That is all. The wine selection and the patio is one of my favorites in the neighborhood. :)
(5)
Brian H.
Sexy, Chic spot with a super impressive wine list. Bottles of wine are half off on Monday. They have the types of tapas that will make you wonder if you have been transported to Spain. Seating at the bar can be tricky, especially on half price wine night. Prices are moderate. Good looking crowd.
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Jonathan M.
The paella here is unbelievable. That's really the main reason I go. Other than that, it's mostly tapas (which are very good) and they have a few main courses to choose from.
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Jerry T.
I enjoyed the food and the outside sitting area. It is a really cool spot and I would recommend getting there early. I could easily make this a weekly spot to hang out with friends. The owner was awesome too! Finally, write a quick review on their survey cards and you get free apps next time you go.
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Adrianne L.
My girlfriends and I went here for a fun girls night! We had a great experience! It was packed, but we didn't have a reservation and wanted to sit at the bar. We ordered drinks and waited for a spot to open up. The bartenders were the best-(Joe, And ?? - I wish I could remember all of their names)- they were so friendly and helpful and when another patron started getting obnoxious and pushing people around they quickly took care of the situation. The manager came out and checked on us and made sure we were not bothered by him again. The food was amazing, loved the cauliflower, steak,shrimp, and the lobster risotto was unbelievable. We will be going back!
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Tom N.
I liked the place. The atmosphere was nice, and the bartender was sociable. It was a good spot to let some steam off.
(3)
Daniel F.
Loved this place. I went with two friends on a Saturday night. We had a reservation for 8:15, but we were told to arrive early because of the long wait. We did not get seated until about 8:45, but they gladly gave us 3 free tapas! The calamari, fig/chorizo, and steak was amazing! We ordered 9 different meats and cheeses and I was impressed by all of them, especially the fuet. The waiters were very friendly and we were even given a desert for free since we had to wait 20 minutes for the desert to come. The wait wasn't very pleasant but they sure did make up for it! Oh and the white sangrias are awesome. The place has a nice vibe and stays packed. I will be back many more times!
(5)
Melissa B.
Really enjoyed myself here. The crowd on a Wednesday night was thoroughly encouraging. I like some personality on a weeknight, good hang out for sure. The space is awesome. Great wrapping patio (with heaters!!!!) and the main dining area is very well decorated in my opinion. The bar is a nice and long and the bar tenders were on their game when I went. Great menu too, lots of options to please just about anybody. Free valet riiiight next to the front door is a huge plus as well. Can't wait to go back and sample some more. Also a surprisingly yummy beer selection.
(5)
Susan M.
LOVE IT. Cozy and lively atmosphere, diverse menu, friendly and helpful waitstaff. We dropped in for dessert and sherry after dinner at Sotto Sotto. It made my night.
(5)
V L.
First time at Barcelona and the experience was amazing. There was an hour wait which wasn't fun but the restaurant staff was very gracious and accommodating, taking drink offers and even passing an hors d'oeuvre which I found impressive. We had a team of 2 servers that were very attentive, even our hostess that seated us saw us dining and asked how we were enjoying our meal! I will definitely be back! There's great food, great drinks, great service no better combination! Looking forward to returning soon!
(5)
Chamstar C.
Great restaurant. The food is delicious, especially the whipped sheep cheese (favorite thing on the menu). Great atmosphere, service, and management. This place is a favorite date night place.
(5)
Gio B.
Went there to celebrate my birthday! Fantastic place! The food was AMAZING! The service IMPECCABLE! LOVED the decor! I am already planning on going back. I am glad I found this place on yelp. The portions are VERY small though - but I guess that's how they make their money! lol - 2 thumbs up! Trey and Annie were our servers, they were great! Trey even gave us a free tapas voucher for when we come back! :) We had a couple of red sangria pitchers ( as good as it gets!) - the beef empenadas, the calamari, the hanger steak, the lamb chops and the original paella which comes with chicken and seafood! We brought our own cake and they were very accomodating, bringing the cake out with candles and champagne for everybody at the end of our meal! - Great night! Great time! Great ambience! Defenitely great birthday celebration!
(5)
Natalie D.
Loved this place! Awesome food, atmosphere and service! The tapas are delicious! Drinks are great. The sangria is really tasty. We love the crispy bacon order and the warm bread with the olive oil. Street parking is free. ;) also! Its pet friendly outside. As long as your fury friend is well behaved and not aggressive they are more than welcome. They even have treats and water for them! Will be back! Oh and dont forget to fill out your survey and the end of the meal for a free tapa token!!!
(5)
Danielle S.
I have wanted to come here for a while and while I did come here recently, I feel like I need to come back and get food. I came for a happy hour where people ordered food, but I had to leave early to get to another event. Everything on the menu looked amazing. I ordered a couple of the white sangrias, which I don't really know if they had much alcohol in them. They were delicious, but didn't seem very strong at all. They had chopped up fresh fruit (apples, oranges, etc) floating in them and had a lot of pineapple juice, which made it super sweet. I was highly impressed with the service that we received when we were there. One of the individuals at the party mentioned a beerita (or marga-rona) and most of the table had never heard of it. We asked the waitress if they had those, but she said no, but she said she would see what they could. She came out a bit later with a small pitcher filled with margarita and a beer of some sort (similar to a corona as they did not have those) sticking out of the top. Well done, bartenders for being creative. I will most definitely make a trip back here to try their food.
(5)
Lydia R.
The goat cheese, fig and chorizo crepes (brunch menu) - one of the best dishes I've eaten in Atlanta. Just insanely delicious. Great atmosphere at the bar area, and Grady really took care of us. Could see myself spending many lazy Sunday afternoons at Barcelona.
(5)
LL s.
I have been waiting for this place to open up and stumbled upon the "soft" opening last night. I think this will be a great new addition to the area. The food was delicious and the service was great. The decor was fabulous. Looking forward to my next visit.
(4)
Samantha H.
Barcelona Wine Bar, you have my business forever and always. Given your excellent food and wait staff, I've got my eye on you for all future events. We had a 630p reservation for a party of 7 on Saturday. The outside seating was bumping, and the inside was even more chaotic. Among the chaos, we were still able to hear each other just fine. I do wish they sat us at an 8 person table instead of adding an additional chair to a 6 person table though. My friend was celebrating her Bachlorette party, so here's the low down on food -- 2 pitchers of sangria (white and red): Both of these trend on the sweeter/fruitier side. Not a complaint for me since I am not a big wine drinker. I think some of our party wish they were a bit drier though. Complimentary bread: Imagine in slow motion someone breaking off a piece of bread and you hear that distinct CRUNCH sound and the steam floats into the air, and the scent of amazing flour/dough and hitting your nostrils... Okay. Yeah. That's exactly what I want to reenact every time I take a piece of this bread and drench it in olive oil. All I can say is, MOAR bread please! Marinated Olives: One of the bridesmaids ordered this. Sorry, pass on my part. Unless it's in a sandwich, I can't stand for overwhelming saltiness of olives. Chorizo with sweet and sour figs: Definitely a winner of the table. The chorizo was flavorful without being too salty. Paired with the sweet and tart fig, this is a must have dish. Spiced Beef Empanadas : 3 per order. These are good but spicy. Crispy Cabbage: This cabbage was so sweet! Almost caramelized. The best parts (of course) are the little char bits. Hanger steak: Five very delicious, yet short lived pieces of medium rare hanger steak. I find that hanger steak can be kind of tough, but this was not at all difficult to eat. The truffle aioli is a little garlicky but adds to the flavors of the steak very well. Aside from the aioli, I think the steak speaks for itself. Broccoli Casserole: I LOVE BROCCOLI and usually HATE casseroles. But this was delicious!! I'm not sure what type of cheese they used, but it was so creamy. The broccoli was also very crunchy/fresh, not cooked to death like most casseroles are. Albondigas: Meatballs. Patatas Bravas: Another potato dish. I do wish the skins were a little more crunchy, and the overall dish was a little less oily. But anything with potato is automatically a-OK in my book. Ham & Cheese croquettes: I LOVE croquettes. For those who don't know, croquettes are basically a mixture of mashed potatoes and whatever else you want fried. Fried potato balls. They are everything I want in a fried fish: crispy on the outside and soft, pillowy insides. Finally .. the complimentary dessert board. They must only do this for special occasions, but it is a massive cutting board with the chocolate hazelnut cake (best cake... Ever), flan, bread pudding, and crepe. We also ordered the panna cotta. This is the best panna cotta I've ever eaten. It is a little more runny" and less "pudding-like" then your usual panna cotta but it is so creamy. They top it off with black cherries that really highlight the tartness of the dish. The hazelnut cake was probably the table winner. It was kind of like a molten lava cake, but with more of a thicker, fudgey middle than hot fudge. I would say the prices are fair. With everything we ordered, our bill was less than $200. That's less than $25/person before tax (for our 7). Granted, we got the dessert platter for free, but even a couple desserts around the table won't put you past $40/person. Overall, I was extremely pleased with our attentive servers and delicious food. TLDR; On a budget? Get the hanger steak and panna cotta for dessert
(5)
Lawrence C.
Another consistent winner!! They maintain their FOUR STAR rating!! We arrived early for our dinner, and opted to sit outside for drinks, while we waited for our table to open up (they had a private function occupying the dining section for the late afternoon). Our drink orders were totally screwed up, not once but twice. It was disheartening. The servers were new and inexperienced and poorly trained. Our table finally opened up (we were about to leave for another restaurant at this point), and we're glad we stayed, as the rest of the evening was perfect. The manager knew the status thus far and insured our enjoyment. The four of us shared entirely too much food, including Paella Mariscos (for 1--to share), $25, lamb pinxto (sliders with balsamic vinegar glazed onions and dates), $9, and crab legs, $16, etc. MANY, many tastes and half tastes of wines by the glass, and we were happy campers.
(4)
Thi T.
Popular place (especially for a Friday evening!). Nice atmosphere, romantic with dim lighting and different kinds of seating (from bar seats to high table tops, etc). Gazpacho. Fresh. I like the spicy kick to it. Empanada. Chorizos! It is hard to go wrong with sausage. Zucchini. Nothing to write home. Seasoning was not unique. Gambas. Tender shrimp... try to roll it around in the sauce for more flavor. Pork belly. I prefer this to not be fried. It took away from the texture and flavor of the actual meat. Potatas bravas. Cooked well in that it was soft inside and lightly fried outside. I love the creamy sauce that drizzled it. Mocktail. Fruit punch that is flavorful and not too sweet. Pretty (colors) on the eyes, too. Overall, I thought the food is decent, not worth coming back solely for that. Location (near the beltline!) and ambiance is worth looking for limited parking around the area. They also have valet parking apparently.
(3)
Eric T.
This is a pretty good place to go to for some tapas if that's your thing. It's pricey but its the good kind of pricey. Its located in the popular Inman Park neighborhood close to the belt line, and there's a good change you'll see at least one famous actor/actress who's in town filming as most them also tend to stay in this area. The staff here is very attentive to your needs and will give you recommendations on the menu if you are not sure on what to get. The food here is quality in terms of flavor and you can't really go wrong with most of items on the menu. The atmosphere is both classy and hip. Outdoor or indoor seating are both excellent as well. Great place overall! My Recommendations: -Seafood Ceviche -Picante meat -Albondigas Menu: barcelonawinebar.com/atl…
(4)
Mary Margaret E.
Great place to chat, share food, and try new drinks. I love sitting at the outside patio and people watching the Inman Park neighborhood. There's an outside fireplace during the cold season, which is pretty neat. The bar is always packed, but thankfully I'm short so I usually get to squeeze in to get a drink while waiting to get seated. I suggest getting reservations ahead of time if you're planning to stop in on the weekends. The wait can be ridiculous on busy days. I recently tried their kale and squash salad- a must try!
(5)
Ashley M.
My friends and I dined here for Friday evening for Inman Park restaurant week. As their special, choose 4 tapas from most of their menu for $25. Since many of their tapas are $6.50 or less, this is a barely an incentive unless you order the more expensive tapas so my friends and I strategically chose the following: Potato Bravas Chorizo + Sweet and Sour Figs Calamari Gambas al Ajillo Grilled Hanger Steak Spiced Beef Empanadas Albondigas Brussels Sprouts Grilled Steak Paillard Two of us opted out of the restaurant week special and instead shared an order of the Mariscos Paella. At $25 per person with a minimum order for two people, this was probably the worse decision of all. I read so many good reviews of their paella so I was expecting my world to be rocked, but it just turned out to be pretty ordinary and pricey. From the tapas we tried, my favorites were the potato bravas, chorizo + sweet and sour figs, hanger steak, and Gambas al Ajillo. However, everything we tried was very tasty, incredibly well seasoned, and cooked well. For dessert, I ordered the panna cotta, one of my favorite, favorite desserts and Barcelona did not disappoint. It was delicious! We had two servers throughout the evening who gave our table lots of attention during our long meal, so I would say service is good here. A couple of qualms I have about this place: they would not seat our party of 4 until everyone arrived, which is understandable, however, there is no waiting area, so people were crowding the entrance and the host stand. I positioned myself next to a table to wait on my friends, which I'm sure the guests found annoying. The other thing I did not enjoy about this place was how many people they try to squeeze in their dining areas. When I was getting up to leave, I had to circle around the back wall of our table because a table over, the lady was so far back she was sitting with her back against our table. Needless to say, I'd appreciate more breathing room, but overall, it was an enjoyable dining experience!
(4)
Joy W.
Fun fact: the first time I tried Barcelona was at their location in Boston (Brookline). After writing a review for that location, the owner wrote back informing me that I should check out the Atlanta location because he noticed on my profile that I was from there. Well, Spring Inman Park restaurant week 2015 came around and we were looking for a place to take my mother for her birthday. Barcelona was the winner. Their restaurant week menu was 4 tapas for $25. MEAT AND CHEESE ($6.50 each) - Speck. This was probably the most flavorful and memorable cured meat bite of my life. - Mahon. A semi-soft cow's milk cheese with a sweet and nutty flavor. Amazing amazing cheese to nibble on. TAPAS ($50 for 8 tapas for restaurant week) - Manchego and Jamon Croquettes: this was absolutely divine and my favorite tapas that we ordered. These small fried balls had melted manchego cheese inside with bits of their jamon serrano inside. I felt like I was having a Harry Met Sally moment from when they were at the deli, if you get the reference. - Chorizo and sweet/sour figs: A lot of people love this one. It was packed with flavor and was a tad bit too sour for me to enjoy more then 2 pieces, but it is a refreshing contrast to a lot of the other dishes. - Calamari: this was disappointing. The pieces aren't calamari rings like you're used to seeing at chain restaurants, but are actual squares of squid that are fried. However, the flavor and texture just didn't do it for me. I would swap this out with something else. - Hanger steak: a bit drier/chewier than I would've liked for steak, and the actual dish is smaller that it appears in photos. Otherwise, you pretty much gotta have it for some substance. - Mushrooms with whipped goat cheese: the heartiness of the mushrooms with the light goat cheese was fantastic. I recommend this is you need a veggie dish. - Lamb a la plancha: great flavor! The lamb didn't taste too gamey, so people who typically don't like lamb could enjoy this dish. - Braised Kale: amazing flavor for kale!! And it was nicely massaged and wilted down so that it isn't as tough as if it was raw. Since we ordered a ton of meat, we thought we needed some superfood and greens, and this was perfect. - Goat cheese stuffed piquillo peppers: we weren't planning on ordering this dish, but the waitress kept raving about it so we decided to replace the meatballs with this instead. The dish itself provided some nice flavor, but it didn't live up to the hype that the waitress had set. It isn't a spicy dish, so if you like the flavor of peppers and goat cheese, it'll be nice, but it wouldn't make the top of my list. - Meatballs: Albondigas meatballs are made of a few different types of meat - I want to say veal, pork and beef, but I could be mistaken. It covered with a zesty tomato sauce. The waitress ended up giving this one to us on the house because of my mom's birthday. It was a really nice gesture! However, I have to say Iberian Pig really set the standard for Albondigas so now nothing else compares, including the one from Barcelona. DRINKS They have an extensive wine and drinks menu. The great thing about their wine is they'll let you sample different wines until you find one that suits you. I ended up getting their white sangria which was a heavy pineapple flavor and really hit the sweet spot. If you like fruity drinks, I recommend the white sangria. My mom ended up getting one of the wines they brought over to sample, and I wish I remembered what it was because it was one of the best red wines I've tried. PARKING: Valet! OCCASIONS Celebrations such as birthdays, date night, work events, or a non-casual catch up with friends. Overall, it was a fantastic dinner experience and one of my favorite restaurants in Atlanta now. Next time, I'll probably get a wine with a meat and cheese plate, and a few tapas.
(4)
Belinda L.
It's been a good solid few months since I've been back and I'm still happy this place is as good as ever. However... portion size has definitely declined - specifically the tapas. I was really bummed out about that... especially the Grilled Hanger Steak, which was probably one of my favorite items on the menu. Everything else is still good. Service was awesome! And the Paella was as good as ever. They even remember to add the chorizo in this time :D We also tried the Barcelona Mixed Grill which was super good! The pork chop was a little dry, but all the other items on there - NY strip, chicken, and sausage, were excellent. So overall, Barcelona is still probably one of my favorite restaurants I've been to here in ATL. I hope the food portioning was just a fluke of the night and not a permanent thing. With the nice weather settling in, expect hugggeee long wait lines, especially on the weekends since they have outdoor seating. Even after we made a reservation, we had to wait about 20-30 minutes to be seated... But it was worth the wait :) Read my first review of the place if you want more insights on my dining experience.
(4)
Jin K.
Coworkers and I dined here for my birthday. Amongst nine of us we ordered wine, beer, etc with couple orders of charcuterie boards, and series of tapas to share. For charcuterie boards, we ordered prosciutto and about 6 different cheese selections: all the cheeses were superb, but prosciutto was bit disappointing becuase it was too dried up. For tapas, we ordered ceviche, lamb, meatballs, hangersteak, chorizo with fig, swordfish, spinach & chickpeas, cauliflower & almonds, calamari and more. Of the selections, my favorite had to be the chorizo and fig: it had a good balance of salty and sweet flavor. On the other end of the spectrum, my least favorite was the hanger steak. Although the flavor of the sauce was subtle and wasn't overbearing, the meat itself was too dry and overcooked. All in all, it was a pleasant experience. Ambience was nice and servers were very attentive.
(3)
Alex P.
Unfortunately, I have to update my review. Barcelona is a restaurant that has spectacular food and the service of a dive bar. 1. NOBODY KNOWS THE WINE MENU HERE. Nobody in the restaurant knows wines on their menu. We asked for a relatively simple recommendation of a Grenache. The first waitress had no clue and said she will get somebody. We wait a while, a second waiter comes, we ask the same question. He looks at us with a blank stare and says he will get somebody. Is this a Spanish restaurant or what? A solid portion of your menu is Grenache. A whole 15 min passed, another person came around and was their version of the least helpful sommelier I've ever met. He didn't ask for the price range, just recommended two of their most expensive grenaches without asking for the price range. Really? If you expect to order wine, be ready to wait half an hour min. 2. DIRTY GLASSES. Dirty wine glasses, twice. Pieces of unknown chunks of residue on the first wine glass, I've asked for another, a different piece of residue. Third time was the charm. 3. POOR SEATING. Seating is a clear issue, consistently. When weather is colder and you have a reservation, they "assume" you've reserved a table on their barely heated patio and have the desire to experience the life of a polar bear for a night. This not only happened once, but three separate incidents. Unacceptable. 4. DELICIOUS FOOD. Holding up to my previous review, the food is spectacular. Potatoes bravas, beef heart, crispy cabbage, boquerones, manchego, yellowtail ceviche were all the highlights. 5. VERY SLOW. The waiter we had seriously was the slowest person ever. I am unfortunately done with Barcelona.
(2)
Andy S.
They have a real wood-burning fire outside that a real person actually stokes with an iron rod. They could serve canned sardines and I'd be happy, but they don't, the food is phenomenal. What a wonderful evening I just had. Wow.
(5)
Elizabeth G.
Outstanding service and delicious tapas. Best of all, the wine selection is like nothing I've ever seen before. You have to experience it if you're new in the city
(4)
Jennifer G.
YUM! I love tapas! Especially during restaurant week. I've been to another location of Barcelona back in Boston, and I was very excited to find out that there was one right close to where I live in Atlanta now. The restaurant week deal was fabulous -- $25 for 4 tapas of your choice. You basically have the whole menu to choose from. I had the Grilled Hanger Steak, Braised Short Rib, Chorizo with Sweet & Sour Figs , and the Calamari. My favorites were definitely the steak and chorizo, but honestly, they were all great. Service was good too, and they brought our tapas out in rounds so that we didn't have 16 tapas for our party of 4 come all at once. All in all lovely experience and would definitely be back, but a little pricy on a regular day for the amount of food served. Or maybe just a little pricy for my current grad school budget, but nevertheless, food is delicious. And that's what matters.
(4)
James P.
Love their outdoor seating, which is perfect for a day of brunching. Parking is on the street or valet, the latter which is everybody's option because it's easy peasy. Brunch is fantastic, but the tapas during dinner is even more outstanding. I was craving a sangria for some reason and opted out of the regular ones for their sangria flora, which is mostly rosè, and it was delicious. For two grown-ass men, we have to order a lot when it comes to tapas, so we ordered the dry-cured jamon serrano, the 6-month manchego cheese, olives, beef empanadas, patatas bravas, green beans, asparagus, and the charred broccoli. I was looking forward to the butter lettuce salad, but unfortunately they were out of the greens, so we just canceled that order. Every meal that came out was great except for the charred broccoli that wasn't really charred, but extremely boiled and mushy. I am still a fan of Barcelona.
I found this fancy little gem on Yelp and bookmarked it a few months back. I can't believe it took me so long to go check the place out! Now, they won't be able to keep me out of there! This is the cutest place and is perfect for date night or just girls night out. They have a very impressive selection of wines and tapas. They have a few larger plates and although the menu says "price for two" you can actually order a single portion. The drinks: My FAVORITE wine is the Lucien which is a sparkling rose that is absolutely perfect for sipping out on the patio while enjoying beautiful weather. My favorite mixed drink is the chocolate martini. Not the one on the menu though. You have to ask Kim (The best bartender in the world) to make it for you! I don't know what she does to make it so different but she is THE BOMB! Kim will give you a life altering experience with her mixing skills. She will have you hooked to the point where you are disappointed when you get to the bar and she isn't working. Food: I have tried quite a few items from the menu and have decided on two of my favorites. The calamari is pretty amazing. It comes with a sauce I don't like though. We have found that if you get the marinara that goes to the meatballs instead, it is much better! I also love their shrimp tapas. It has the perfect blend of seasoning to make it tasteful but not overpowering. Ambiance: The ambiance here does not get much better. You will see a mixed crowd, especially on a Thursday night. They have tables inside and a large patio space. It is in your best interest to make a reservation if you are looking for a table. Definitely make your way to Barcelona soon if you have not been already. Be sure to see Kim at the bar. If you get a table and can request your server, ask for Billy. He is amazing and a pleasure to converse with. Single ladies: Take a peek at the line cooks on your way to the restroom. You can thank me later ;)
(5)
Maitreyee R.
If you like Tapas served with a lot of bad attitude Barcelona is the place to go to. This was not my first time at Barcelona and having liked their food and ambience I decided to return with a big group of friends. Starting out, our server that night was impatient while taking our orders and the silverware arrived ten minutes after the food, only because we asked for it! That's not it! I along with three people at the table was refused alcohol because someone from the management thought that someone at our table was drunk. Yes, that is exactly how the server put it! Not anyone at the table was drunk and their explaination was absolutely incongruous. What was ironic was that just a while before this a lady walked out of the restaurant clearly intoxicated and stumbled to the sidewalk! The whole incident was such a downer that I dont think I will ever come back here again.
(1)
Angelo R.
Was here on a Sunday when I visited ATL in Oct. My best bud and fellow Yelper Roger highly recommended this place so he took me here for lunch...my last meal in ATL. Weather was perfect so seated outside. Staff was very attentive and polite. Everyone that walked by us said hello. I ordered the Chorizo and Figs. Speechless...just dam good! My friend got the Spicy Eggplant Caponata. Another fantastic simple dish...great for dunking our breads :) We also shared some calamari. Batter was just right..not overpowering..not greasy and nice chunks of squid. Our server was very knowledgeable of every dish on the menu. Took his time answering our questions. Before I forget, try their house cocktail...Hot Dahlia (Roasted Jalapeño IBlanco Tequila Muddled Orange & Cilantro, Lime Juice). Prepped well, not watered down...definitely kicked my a.. lol! This was my first time here and won't be the last. Visiting DC next month and they have one there...Yay!
(5)
David A.
Food reminded me of that mini vacation i took when I went to Spain. I had the egg yolk carpaccio and the jamón serrano. I didn't inks Know what to expect about the egg yolk but I was surprised with a huge burst of flavor. The ham tasted as if it was from Spain. While it was a little loud the excitement was pleasant to dine in. Add that with a glass of wine, an amazing meal
(5)
Anya C.
I love this place. We came here after midnight, so the menu was limited, but we had no problem finding finding some great tapas to try. We had the Soria sausage, potato tortilla, and the yellowtail ceviche. All three were absolutely delightful. The Soria was so flavorful. I actually ate the ceviche and thought it was fantastic...coming from someone who hates fish. The tortilla was so good, especially mixed with the Soria. We will most definitely be back.
(5)
Lily G.
My husband and I went here last week and it was wonderful. The small plates were delicious, the wine was wonderful and the service was amazing. We were total tapas noobs, but our server Manuel was really awesome and kind. Will definitely be back!!
(5)
Sheek T.
The best part of this place is the ambience. We sat outside by the fire. The food is also good. We had the salami, hanger steak, chorizo with sweet n sour figs, grilled steak paillard, potato tortilla and the empanadas. The best were the empanadas, the chorizo and the grilled steak.
(4)
Adrian C.
Wow! My friend suggested this place when I was looking for a restaurant for my birthday dinner and I'm beyond thrilled that I took him up one suggestion. Parking - valet is the way to go! There's also a parking deck located next to the restaurant. No need to find parking on the street on N.Highland. The staff is so amazing! The provide too-notch service. I called and made a reservation 2 weeks ago for 11 people during the dinner rush and the hostess didn't even flinch. She was so kind and even made a special note that it was for a birthday. When we arrived (promptly may I add) they were waiting for us and had the tables ready. Huge plus! The wait staff was BEYOND patient while we browsed the lengthy alcohol and food menu. If you love wine, Barcelona has EVERY wine you can think of. Lucky for us tonight they had half off wine. The Food. Man ow man. The tapas and the regular menu items were delicious. We had asparagus, steak, calamari, mushrooms, paella, chicken, sausages, omg the list goes on and on! The food was mouth watering and we didn't have to wait too long. What I love is the 2 non- tapas items (chicken and paella) took a little longer but our awesome waiter set proper expectations so we knew it would take a while. They kept the drinks and the bread flowing. The manager came by and wished me a happy birthday and gave us a complimentary round of champagne. Talk about classy! What an amazing experience. I cannot say enough positive things about my experience tonight. I am a huge fan and I will be coming back and recommending this place to everyone.
(5)
Jason M.
Service is awesome, food is amazing, Bloody Mary bar is top notch! Highly recommend the Lamb burger
(5)
S E.
Food is always amazing no matter what you order on the menu. Everything is always fresh and delicious! Awesome vibe and cool people :)
(5)
Valerie N.
After hearing so many friends rave over Barcelona, we decided to try it out for Inman Park restaurant week. Barecelona offered a $25/person menu, so I quickly made a reservation online for an outdoor table to try it out. We decided to go on a Wednesday night and hopefully miss the insanity that is IPRW. We showed up on time for our reservation and were told our table wasn't ready, my pet peeve. We moved into the very crowded bar and enjoyed a cocktail while waiting. And we waited. And we waited. And we waited... (on a Wednesday night, y'all). After about 30 minutes, our outdoor table finally opened up. We were seated at a very tiny table that was really meant for 2; luckily, the next table over was getting up and we were able to snag their 4 top that made much more sense for our group. The hostess made me feel high maintenance to ask, but really - after all that wait, we should have been accommodated with a table that made sense for a group of 4 (not to mention our upcoming tapas and drinks). The change was quickly made and next thing I know, a group of 2 was seated at our original table (and they even looked crowded!). Our waiter was absolutely lovely and quickly helped us forget our long wait and table snafu. We essentially ordered everything on the menu, thanks to the Restaurant Week offer. To be honest, everything was good and nothing really stands out to me as a "must order," aside from the albondigas and empanadas. Truly - everything was good. It was really lovely sit outside and enjoy good company, yummy tapas, delicious wine, and great weather.
(4)
Karla N.
I absolutely loooooveeee this place! I have been to this place several times and i can not believe I havent wrote a review yet! I love the fact that they have inside and outside sitting all year round and the back patio has a nice fireplace. our experience have varied but i have never had bad service here. However if it is the weekend after 7 get ready to wait even when the is reservations which I hate. now the food is really really good but some of the tapas feel like a bite size specially the fish tapas I dont recall the name but it was 2 bite size pieces of fish for 14 bucks it was really good but we left feeling cheated. now the wine selection per glass is great. Now if you are like me and spontanously want to go east without a reservation this place has a small bar in the patio which it looks like is used by the staff but you could actually seat there and obtain good service. This past weekend I tried their brunch and I have to say it was delish i encourage you to try it.
(5)
Nicki K.
Great place overall and 3.5 star rating. I just cannot say I'm a fan yet. I do like tapas but I don't love them. They are like Spanish version of dim sum for me, which I'm also not a fan of. Atmosphere is busy, casual, laid back, but can be noisy. I went on a Thursday night and it was packed!!! I cannot imagine weekends. The bar area was very crowded. Waiter Michael was really knowledgeable and cool. He helped us decide what to order. He gave great descriptions and ideas. We ordered the following - Red Bell peppers stuff with cheese - it was so good, I really like it, I want to learn how to make it now, impress. Eggplant - I like eggplant and do not eat enough of it. It was really good, thick and meaty tasting, very flavorful. However, it did come out room temperature, wish it was brought to table after cooking it instead of it sitting on counter. Shrimp - a few pieces, tasty but needed a bit more salt. Meatballs - it was really good. I was impress. I'm not a big beef fan but Michael told us that it's a mix of beef, veal, and lamb. Snapper - the filet was really small, I understand it was small like tapas but wow, seriously. The taste was okay. I feel like I'm missing another tapa but that's all I can remember. I thought I took pics of it but I didn't. There is valet parking but you can also park across the street in the deck. I parked down the street. My GPS didn't take me to the location. The restaurant was hard to find cause it doesn't say Barcelona on the outside but luckily, I saw a valet guy on the other side of the building who helped guide me. Overall, if you like this kind of restaurant, go for it. I do like it, just not love it. I prefer more casual, laid back environments where I can listen to without all the noise.
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Lyndenise B.
As the "it" place right now, you definitely have to dress yourself with patience when coming to dine. I had reservations for 8:45 but was not seated until an hour later. The current hosts should (1) be outside instead of the middle of the restaurant creating chaos when blocking the kitchen and bathrooms and (2) reservations system should be automated and include the tables instead of two separate lists where they clearly don't turn anyone away. The ambiance is vibrant and fun but aside from tapas it doesn't remind me of anything Spanish related. They had old school hip hop which was fun but not a "Barcelona" experience. They have us several tapas on the house because of the wait so I do appreciate that. The food wasn't my favorite and I love Spanish tapas! The calamari were soggy and the spicy mayo was way too hot. The spinach and garbanzo plate was really mushy and the scallops were way too rubbery. I've been here before for a private event and it was fantastic but this time failed to hit the mark. Service was ok but definitely not with the wait or the price.
(3)
Sandra C.
I remember the first time I went, food was awesome. Second time today was okay but not as great as I remembered. Service, however, was phenomenal. Our calamari came out too salty and the manager immediately recognized we were dissatisfied. We got a new one that was perfectly executed and he even took it off the menu. Very friendly and attentive staff. Will definitely return. I just wish they had drink specials. Or some kind of happy hour or something.
(4)
Beverly C.
I went on a weekend evening with 2 girlfriends so it was slammed. It was a lot of hassle at first. We were told it would be an hour wait. We walked to Krog Street and came back 45 min later and the host said it would be another 45 minutes. He said we had only been waiting 15 min. We spoke with someone else, who happened to be the manager who did his very best to seat us as quickly as possible. Our server was fabulous and coached us through the menu as first timers. The manager checked us as well. We shared about 5-6 tapas and had sangria and wine. Everything was delicious! It's definitely the place to be! I didn't see them on open table, which would have made our night go smoother.
(4)
Yasmine B.
My go to spot for a celebration or special occasion date night. The atmosphere is trendy and the restaurant is always busy. On the weekend be prepared to wait even if you have a reservation. The restaurant has valet. Monday is half priced bottles of wine :) The tapas are so flavorful and perfect for sharing if the server times the courses. The flan is absolutely amazing. Must try - the calamari and the chorizo and fig. Really most of the menu is a must try, I've never tried anything here I didn't love. The wine list is huge so I recommend having a server make suggestions. You get what you pay for - come prepared to spend money and get an amazing experience.
Dennis was our server and he was great! We didn't order much (just a glass of wine), but never felt rushed or anything. It was chilly so they had blankets out on their outdoor chairs. Nice touch! Cute wine bar and they have music and events all the time.
(5)
Lili A.
Love the flan. Great atmosphere
(4)
Zee Z.
I'd rather eat alot of different stuff, than stuff myself with one item. I loved all the food here. They make a speciality manhattan, which kept me licking my lips. The wine menu is pretty big, house malbec was a hit also. Ambiance is really nice too...although i sat outside in the chilly weather under heat lamps. Staff is attentive, which is to be expected of a place of this caliber. So i ended up having Patatas Bravas, Roasted Chickpea Puree, Roasted Garlic Bulbs, Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Crispy Calamari, empanadas, Grilled Hanger Steak, lengua with eggs, and some other stuff i can't remember. Nothing was bad...but the lengua stuck out for me, they sous vide it for like 2-3 hours which makes the meat breakable with your tongue. I would definitely go back again...but with a date, not a boys night out place.
(5)
Ashley S.
I am a bit confused about the $35 Unlimited Tapas deal, as I expected it to be, indeed, unlimited. I Came here on a Monday night and ended up doing the Unlimited Tapas for $35 per person (6 person minimum). Servers immediately began bringing out tapas, and it was nice that they brought out 2 of each dish since we had 8 people in our party. However, I wasn't very impressed with the dishes they chose, and they were definitely not what I would have ordered had I picked. Eventually, we asked for the late night menu so we could begin choosing our own tapas. We asked the waitress if everything on the menu was included in the unlimited deal, to which she responded "yes." So, we began picking what we wanted to try, which were meats and cheeses as opposed to roasted carrots, chickpea spread, potatoes, etc. We thought everything was included in the $35 price, but when we got our bill, our waitress had upcharged us for the dishes we ordered. Instead of charging $35 per person, our bill was $115. When we questioned it, our waitress ended up taking off the charges but told us she had to charge for the Ceviche. We never actually received the Ceviche, so she did end up taking that off as well. I am just wondering if it is indeed unlimited tapas for $35, or if they regularly charge extra for plates that you order yourself. If that's the case, it's certainly not worth the $35, and they need to add that bit of information in a disclaimer.
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Kellie N.
WOW! This place is amazing. It was completely packed on Saturday night with a fun mix of people. Th bar scene is vibrant and the deck is a great escape from the crowd. The DJ and girl serving shots in patrons mouths on the bar after midnight was a fun and entertaining part of the night. The food is amazing!! We had several appetizers that were beyond amazing. 6 of us shared these two dishes and still had leftovers. PARRILLADA - Argentine Mixed Grill for Two Pork Chop, Half Chicken, Gaucho Sausage, N.Y. Strip, Papas Fritas, Chimichurri PAELLA - For Two to Six People Saffron Rice, Chicken, Squid, Shrimp, Chorizo, Clams & Mussels A must go to in Atlanta!
(4)
Shelby S.
This restaurant really impressed me with their service. Complimentary spanish wine? Duh they get 5 stars. They have something wrapped in bacon, dates or something? Get that. You don't like bacon? Shut up. Get it.
(5)
Karen F.
One of my absolute favorite spots. Ambiance, service, food... it is all on point. I'd like to start with explaining my internal battle between my Monday - Thursday life and my weekend life. Monday - Thursday, it takes a lot to get me to even leave my house and it's nearly impossible to convince me for dinner and drinks. What I absolutely love about Barcelona, is it acts both of that cozy comfortable atmosphere where you feel like you're dining at your favorite aunts house or as that first stop on a wild girls night out. I'm never NOT in the mood for this place. They change out their dinner menu regularly, which makes it easier to pretend you don't frequent there as much as you do. Every time I go, I let my server recommend his favorites and I have NEVER been disappointed. If Josh/Jeptha is working, he's worth a wait. He's the best, around....nothings gonna ever keep you down. Sorry, had to give a little Karate Kid reference. They have a new GM also who is a super nice guy. Actually came to the table to introduce himself. Nice touch. I can honestly say I have not disliked anything I have had there. And no matter how full I get, there is ALWAYS... ALWAYS room for their Caramel Crepe. Jesus. Makes my mouth water. Oh. And they started doing brunch on weekends. Half priced bottles of wine on Sundays. Have you SEEN that patio seating? ....Game changer. Just sayin.
(5)
Errol G.
Is it wrong for a man to love a tapas restaurant? If so, then I don't want to be right. This place is fantastic- like leaving Atlanta and going someplace else. It has a bit of a NYC, Chicago or SF restaurant feel, where a city's in-crowd would hang. While the food is amazing-- their cheese tray is one of the best in the area, and their calamari and brussell sprouts are worth the drive alone-- this place to me is all about the atmosphere on a warm night in Atlanta. The wait-staff is great- they seem to truly love their jobs, the customers, and the food and drinks they serve. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and while it's almost always crowded, it never feels "packed." I guess it's because we're all loving the great variety of "throw a dart at it and it will be good" food, drinks, and people watching that we're doing, so who the hell cares? All in all, it's become one of my new favorites, a place I will take visiting friends from out of town to show how cool my town can be and some of the best that we've got to offer.
(5)
Chris R.
The good, Mussels Diablo, Patatas Bravas. Spot on authentic tapas. The service was fine, nothing spectacular. Just give us a basket of bread, every table around us, including us asked for bread multiple times. The meat and cheese plate was a waste of money. For $17.50 it included 1 piece of cheese and ham sliced so thin it almost wasn't there. Oh and 4 grapes. Red sauce was not real poblano sauce.
(3)
Jane S.
This restaurant is amazing. My family and I had a reservation at Rosebud in VA Highlands for my mother's birthday but it fell through. We had a party of 4, but my mother was stuck in traffic and they refused to seat us until she arrived and they also wanted to charge $15 to put the cake we brought in the cooler for a few minutes. SO, luckily, we ended up at Barcelona. The service was amazing, everyone was so kind and attentive. The food was delicious and they had no problem at all storing the cake for us. They even brought the cake out with candles on it and gave us complementary glasses of champagne (my mother's had a little candle on it). I was extremely impressed with how focused this restaurant was on providing a good experience. I will definitely be returning.
(5)
Maggie J.
I like Barcelona very much! It's a casual wine bar with a large selection of delicious tapas. I tried several different plates and glasses of wine, and they were all good. I definitely recommend.
(4)
Agata R.
Based on the other Yelp reviews, I was truly looking forward to a great meal at Barcelona. My mom, husband and I are huge tapas fans, and came here in January on a Friday evening. I can't begin to describe how average and disappointing the tapas were. Every single item we were presented with had something off about it. The eggplant caponata was overpowered by tomatoes, as were the mussels, which came drenched in heavy tomato sauce that tasted like marinara from a jar. The shrimp was bland; the chorizo with figs cloyingly sweet; and a bean stew so salty that it was inedible. The lamb chop tasted fine, but merely because it was just grilled so there wasn't much to mess up. I will definitely not be coming back, there mare much better tapas places in Atlanta.
(2)
Kira O.
This place is okay, the food wasn't too great... but they allow pets, so that's a plus :)
(3)
Rudy J. T.
I will start this review by pointing I've been a resident in Spain (many years ago) for about 2 years and I tried almost everything in spanish cuisine. Barcelona can be described as a good approach of what a tapas bar is (or should be). I will say they have some flaws in the execution though (hence the 3 stars). Preliminary note: This restaurant is in a very hot spot in Atlanta (at least nowadays), so, it is crowded most of the time. Keeping that in mind and since I'm alone for dinner (business traveler) and I always sit at the bars, I have to say, the restaurant seems to be having some staff issues. Then taking a closer look at the bartenders, I realized the problem is not the personnel but the bar set up. Sounds the restaurant has some lack of space for bottle storage in the bar and the bartenders had to go back and forth from the racks at the back of the bar to get the ingredients for their drinks. There were 3 bartenders at the bar, plus 1 bar back guy and they collided all the time with the amount of traveling they have to do. Please do not blame it on the bartenders, the culprit is not theirs in this case. As a matter of fact, they were all very attentive. With that said, I will put the services outside of the equation and focus on my meal experience. Even before I could order my drink, a bartender gave me a plate of Patatas Bravas to try. It just came out of the blue (I did not even order it, but seems someone rejected the plate and it ended before me). I really appreciate this bartender handled that plate which was really good, even when I am not very fond of very spiced food. I orderer a glass of Tempranillo and a plate of cold cuts and cheese. The Jamon Serrano (prosciutto cured in paprika instead of salt) was average, so was the sobresada (soft pork sausage), but the manchego and the quince preserve were pretty good. I will have to say, the Jamon Serrano tasted more like Prosciutto than Jamon Serrano, but I enjoyed it anyway. After that, I ordered, gambas al ajillo (garlic shrimp) with a glass of Muscat. The wine was very good, I cannot say the same thing about the gambas. First , the gambas in Spain are the really tiny small shrimp, not the shrimp we find here in the fish markets which are kind of couple of inches long. Gambas are around 3/4 of an inch. I know it is very difficult (amost impossible) to find those in the US market but at least, the execution can be perfected. First. the shrimp is not clean (ok, ok, I can de-tail the shrimp myself, but the purpose of the gambas is that they come already cleaned, at least in Spain they serve them that way), and then, they lack of seasoning. Gambas al ajillo are supposed to be garlicky (I think I mentioned this in another of my reviews here in Yelp!). Anyway, I will stay away from Gambas on my next visit. After that I ordered Albondigas. Those were cool. Kind of under seasoned but they tasted pretty much like a very good meat ball complement in spaghetti. I really liked them. I was in a rush to go back to work so I could not experience anymore about this restaurant. I paid the bill, greet all the bartenders and leave. One thing I have to point is the ambience.. it is very loud and vibrant, kind of hectic, though. Looking at some people around me it sounds more like a place 'to be seen' than a place those particulars enjoy going to. Anyway, if you can bypass that and the fact the place trends to be loud, I will say Barcelona is a good option when it comes to Tapas (I will really reserve my opinion on some other tapas places around Atlanta in this review, you'll have to check my other ones). Salud y pesetas, tios!!!
(3)
Chelsea W.
I've been here on several occasions and have yet to have a bad experience. I love the location, the food is delicious, and they have a nice selection of wines. It is on my list of places to bring out of town visitors. The service has also been great every time I've been. On my first trip, the waiter was very helpful navigating the menu and offering suggestions for our table. We've also had free dishes sent to our tables several times, which is always nice. If you do plan on checking this place out, I definitely recommend making a reservation. I had a friend come here one weekend and ended up waiting almost 2 hours. She refuses to go back, which is such a bummer because I do enjoy it.
(4)
Ashley L.
Truly an amazing dining experience! Staff is wonderful, food and wine are delicious and the atmosphere is perfect! Great place to bring visitors!
(5)
Jesse W.
Great food, prompt service, and AWESOME customer service! I lost a book on Halloween night, CRAZY BUSY, and they took time to find it, call me back, and get it back to me.
(5)
Megan W.
Went here two nights ago. The food was amazing. We got mushrooms, peppers, and patatas. My margarita was ok but Bartaco is obviously the best at making those! The service was friendly and timely. Very impressed.
(5)
Jen K.
There are two elements here to review: the food (most important) and the atmosphere. I would give the bar atmosphere 4 or 5 stars. It was pretty fun. But the food wasn't amazing so that's why I'm giving this place 3 stars. I ordered 4 tapas: chorizo & fig, garlic shrimp, potato tortilla and something else that I can't remember so was obviously not a stand out. The chorizo was delicious and by far the highlight of my meal. Everything else was just fine. I did have a bite of the roasted broccoli and the hanger steak my friend ordered. Again, fine. Nothing here really blew my mind.
(3)
Ryan K.
I'm a huge fan.This is a true tapas style restaurant with the best charcuterie I have ever seen.I felt like I was in South America.Our server Billy spent tons of time educating us about the food and wine and made wonderful recommendations.We tried many new things and had a few old standards.I can't wait to come back.
(5)
Jessica R.
This place was awesome! Great atmosphere for a girls night, and good deals on Wine. The mushrooms and shrimp were amazing. Really enjoyed it and can't wait to go back.
(4)
Keo S.
Definitely try this place if you are looking for a great well-rounded experience. Ambience is fabulous and definitely sit outside if you can. It was a little chilly on the night we went, but the fireplace and heat lamps were perfect. The service was stellar, really yummy cocktails, and then the food came. We loved the hanger steak, beef empanadas, the charcuterie & homemade cheese, and fried cabbage (not on the menu, but it's an absolute staple there). We were stuffed and they insisted on having us try the flan (which was so darn good). Love this place and will definitely be back in the future.
(5)
Jewel D.
Went there on a date for the first time a few weeks ago. We bounced around the belt line, and I was excited to try the flan and their raved about wine list. The initial bartender we dealt with seemed like he really didn't want to be there. I told him right away it was my first time there, as I stared and the huge chalk board of wine selections, and he walked off, without even offering water. Ok - so then I asked to try a few. His only response was that they were out of all the options I asked for. Well then... He did finally offer me a few samples, and I went with a mediocre pinot noir. So then the flan... It was soup. I know flan can be hard to set correctly, but this barely held it's shape and was soft custard at best. Flavor, eh, I think I've had better. We decided to address the second bartender. He was great, brought us a new flan, that one was soupy too, so he took care of it for us. In a situation like that, I'd rather have a manager tell me the flan (or any other dish) just isn't up to their standards to serve, because hey, stuff happens - that never should have been allowed to leave the kitchen, especially twice. Overall, not sure what all the hype is about...
(2)
Sara P.
Great birthday dinner last night with a good friend. Shared a huge cast iron pan of delicious and plentiful palella, along with various tapas, and finished off with glasses of champagne and a molten chocolate cake. Great service and experience overall! We will definitely return in the future for other special meals.
(5)
Jacqueline C.
I am always so impressed with the service here (I fell like the food doesn't even need a review since it goes without saying that it is awesome). I've been a number of times since it's near my apartment, and every time, I leave completely satisfied with the experience. Whether it's a planned group dinner or a spontaneous stop after a walk, this place gets it right, always. I'll focus on my most recent visit: A group of about 12-15 of us went here for a friend's birthday. A reservation was made, of course, but the birthday girl really wanted to sit by the fireplace. Unfortunately it is first come, first serve -- we were told. However, upon arriving for dinner, we were all escorted back to the fireplace seating area where everything was ready for us. I don't know if this was planned and they always intended to give us this section or if it just sort of worked out, either way, the birthday girl was very pleased. Once we were seated and everyone was taken care of, the waitress actually made a point to ask if anyone in the group had food allergies! WHAT!? This never happens. As a foodie with a food allergy, I can tell you, tapas dining can be a bit difficult to navigate, especially with a large group. But they were completely and unbelievably accommodating to me and the other girl with food allergies. Not only would she tell us what we could and couldn't eat whenever a new dish came out, but if something came out that one (or both) of us couldn't eat, they would bring an alternate version that we could. Amazing! Never have I ever...we were just so blown away. Throughout the evening they continued to take such good care of us, so good in fact you start to feel like the only people in the whole place. Now that's service. I it's not just this last visit. It really is above and beyond every time. Without exxageration. Every. Time. This will continue to be my go-to place for spontaneous dinner adventures with my friends, planned group events and entertaining my out-of-town guests. Kudos Barcelona. Kudos.
(5)
Kelly Z.
Yum! I had the pleasure of enjoying my Wednesday before Turkey day here and this place was packed. Reservations were easy through their website and we were seated within the first five minutes of arrival. Dark wood, low lighting, huge central bar, and wine flowing everywhere. this would be an awesome date spot. They were offering a 6 for $46 but me and the boy werent very hungry Let me just say that the service here is awesome! Our waitress was the perfect blend of hands off and attentive. Different servers brought us our food and all were friendly. We started with a pitcher of the red wine sangria, which i thought tasted like a big jug of hawaiian punch but who doesnt love spiked hawaiian punch? Great deal at 24 dollars. Food: Patatas bravas- so many tapas places just don't know how to fry a potato anymore but these are perfectly cooked and the sauce is smoky and the perfect complement. Hanger steak- chewy, small serving. The marinade and the sauce was good but I probably wouldn't get this again. Mussels- these were really salty, typical mussels, tomato, crusty bread..nothing special. Overall, great ambience and service, I'll definitely be back to try some more tapas. Also, every time I drive by this place it looks packed so make a reservation!
(4)
LeRue C.
Barcelona Atlanta is the one of the reasons that I live in Atlanta. While it is still the south and we have a long way to progress, I can honestly say the Atlanta restaurant scene continually impresses. I am thankful for trying out BA on a Monday night, exactly on it's seventh day of being opened. I arrived and my friend was waiting for me at the packed bar. It was like a Friday night in there. BA interior is absolutely beautiful. The wood throughout is amazing and you can tell that there was a ton of work involved in making this a lasting and memorable experience for patrons. The art is pretty cool too. All the men were sporting a beard for Movember, and I have to say that they were wearing them well. It was sexy lumberjack central at BA. Allie our server was really funny. The poor thing gave really long spill about the restaurant and how the menu worked. I was tired for her. We ended up ordering a few tapas and some wine. The wine list is extensive and I was a kid in a candy store. I LOVE RED WINE. The Rioja, can't recall the name and the Cab blend that my friend ordered were incredible. The tapas on the other hand were pretty good. The hanger steak was flavorful but tough. The chicken empanada that came with a nice guacamole which was tasty. I didn't try the beef empanada but he seemed to enjoy it. The people next to us were eating what appeared to be a traditional Paella and it must have been good because they didn't leave a morsel on the plate. The tapas portions are quite small for the $8-10 price point. BA is no Eclipse Di Luna. This place is all about the ambiance, service, and the wine. BA is definitely experiencing opening pains but they are doing an excellent job. They are still in the over deliver phase which is good. I think four different people came to our table about six times total in the hour plus that we were there. I didn't mind because as I mentioned before, the sexy lumberjacks were not hard on the eyes. All in all, BA is a beautiful experience that all of Atlanta wine and food connoisseurs will enjoy.
(4)
Maya C.
This is my roommates favorite place to take visitors. I've always found the staff to be great. They can always point me to a red wine that I'll love. My favorite small plates are the ones involving salami.
(4)
Kim N.
Brunch was delicious and price was reasonable. 1/2 off most bottles of wine on Sunday starting at 12:30 pm :) - Steak & eggs - skirt steak, chimichurri, 2 eggs, grits or potatoes - flavor was really good, my steak was cooked to the perfect temperature - Barcelona benedict - pretty good. Morcilla is spanish blood sausage just fyi - Churros w/ spiced hot chocolate sauce - loved the sauce, didn't really like the churros... they seemed kinda burnt & was coated with way too much sugar/cinnamon They serve bread & olive oil while you wait for your food, which was absolutely delicious! Service was alright... the place was pretty busy so it's somewhat understandable. Very pet-friendly, which is great! Barcelona offers complimentary valet parking. Bf and I got there by walking through the BeltLine Eastside Trail.
(4)
Steven G.
We drive by this place all the time and thought we should eventually try it. I should have sold some plasma first...Barcelona Atlanta is not cheap and the portions are small. YES, I've heard of those things called 'tapas' and I know those places are generally expensive. And YES, I understand the pricy nature of the neighborhood and the motif of the place. With that said, the food was very good, the service was pretty damn awesome and the beer tasted cold. That's a winner in my book! We had a group of 4 and were seated promptly. The waiter was f'n Johnny-On-The-Spot the whole time, keeping our glasses full, chatting us up and recommending dishes. Speaking of food, we did the Empanadas, Ham & Cheese Croquetas, Herbed Goat Cheese & Mushrooms and the Crispy Calamari. ALL WINNERS! Like I said, the food is good. We destroyed this tiny meal in no time. We were only there for a light bite and some drinks so we did not sample any of the entrees. Although, I'm sure they are fabulous as well. This place is slamming on the weekends and is fairly loud, be prepared. They have a really nice deck area and I can see us hitting this place up again after the cold blows away.
(4)
Kendra S.
Was looking so forward to celebrating a special occasion here with friends...could not have had a worse experience. From the once over I got from the host when asking for a table..."it'll be over an hour" (with empty tables all over), the experience only got worse with the horrific service from our bartender (short man with red beard)...he was rude, spent most of his time ignoring us, and sarcastically asked us if "we wanted him to get a manager" when it took us over 15 minutes to get our check. What a horrible place that led to a great group of people going to a neighboring restaurant for dinner. Make sure that if you go there, you are prepared to act pretentious to get some attention, or else you will be ignored and treated terribly. I'll make sure to tell all my friends to skip this place for any one of the other amazing places atlanta has to offer. Check yourself, Barcelona wine bar...your entire atmosphere was atrocious.
(1)
McCall D.
You can find good food in most Atlanta neighborhoods, but you don't always get the premium service you get a Barcelona. A one drink and a few tapas night turned into cocktails, tapas, a bottle of champagne, and dessert. We were enjoying ourselves so thoroughly we couldn't leave after just one drink. Table favorites: The Bourbon Spice Rack, Papas Bravas, and crêpes. We loved the service from Jared, Sam, Manny, and Emily! We will be back and we will tell others to join. Keep up the great work!
(5)
Keja J.
I came to this place for brunch yesterday. Let me first start by saying that this is a place meant for drinking mainly wines. They have an extensive wine menu which is great if you are a wine drinker. As far as food there are not entrees just tapas, sides and meat and cheese options. The brunch menu is not extensive at all only about 8 options or so. I had the lobster Benedict which was pretty good. I did like the fact that one of my eggs was not runny the way it should have been. I told my waiter once I saw her again when she came to ask how was our meal, she had said she could have had it redone for me but to be honest we hardly saw her and I told her that and she apologized b/c they had her working like 3 sections. it wasn't overly crowed, but for them to have her working outside (where we were) then inside at the bar and another section really hurt they service that we received. We probably saw about 4 different servers at our table. And although everyone was pleasant even when we sent my dates entree back b/c he had the 3 little pigs which btw weren't 3 little pigs just a sausage sandwich that said it had a fried egg but it had a sunny side up egg and he doesn't like those, so they were nice enough to make it over. All in all it was an OK experience our service is what suffered the most. i do feel they could have had more brunch options available. And if you are not in to eating a lot of meat such as pork or beef then this may not be the place for you. I wanted to try a cheese dish but they all had some type of pork or beef with it and so I had to pass. There were a couple of seafood options but not many. So once again great to probably go to for some wine and tapas but not a place to have a dinner/lunch or brunch in my opinion.
(3)
Whitney H.
Still not the best.... I went on a date here two weekends ago. (My date said he's heard about the place from his boss and wanted to try it out) Once again the food was delicious but took some time getting to us. I told my date to "make sure" to make a reservation or we would be waiting over 2 hours and the bar area id too crowded. Note: he did ask for an inside reservation, We got there and were greeted rather abruptly. We explained to the hostess we had a reservation even though she did not hesitate to tell us there was a 90 min wait. She asked us to wait for moment and then 5 minutes later said the only thing they had available was a "warm seat outside." (That's crazy- what's the point of a reservation at Barcelona- clearly it means nothing.) Well, it was windy and my hair was all over the place. The heaters are not conducive for extreme wind. We had three waiters-not sure why that's necessary. I wish it could have been a better experience this time.
(2)
Vishal P.
Come early or make a reservation! This place gets busy! The resultant is big and the service is friendly. A nice selection of wines. I love their Tapas! Great place for a date, a night out, a quiet meal, or just trying something different!
(4)
Lindsey E.
Whoa! What an awesome place. I went here for Valentine's Day and fell in love. Great drinks, great food, great service. We arrived on time(ish) for our reservation and they were packed. There were several groups standing around waiting for tables but the staff handled it with expertise by walking through with complimentary tapas and sangria to make the wait less painful. We ended up waiting about 25 min- not too bad for V-day in Atlanta. Once we were seated, the service didnt stop. Our server was awesome and didnt seem at all overwhelmed with the packed tables. She was also super helpful with recommending a wine and answering all of our questions. I ordered the spinach chick-pea casserole, brussel sprouts and mushrooms. They were all great. The mushrooms were the best I've ever had. The prices are right on par with any other tapas place I've been to in Atlanta but the food just seems to be a bit higher quality than say, Noche or Loca Luna. I also appreciated that they can accomodate vegetarians/vegans without any drama. The atmosphere is very busy but they have an outdoor seating area if you dont want to feel "closed in". We sat inside because it was freezing but I hear the patio is heated as well. The interior is beautiful and thoughtfully designed/layed out. Just a great place over all. This will be definitely be added to our rotation of date night spots.
(5)
Leah D.
A 5 star rating is few and far between in my book, but Barcelona may be a new favorite in my world of Atlanta foodie goodness. Atmosphere is a crowded, NY style feel where the table on either side can hear your conversations as much as you can hear theirs and nobody cares. Very hipster, but people look and smell nice. Great wine selection from all over the world. We ordered a bottle, and our server, Aaron was really knowledgeable and helpful. We trusted him to select our tapas for the evening since it was our first time and we felt adventurous. Next we shared some sweet paprika pork rhines? The ham and cheese croquetas were amazing! We had mushrooms with goat cheese and then the grilled hangar steak. All the tapas were unique and perfectly plated and prepared. The manager came by to ensure we had an amazing evening, we did. We finished our bottle of wine by a wood fire outside and even though it was drizzling, it was a nice romantic spot. Already trying to convince others to go back with me!
Not that impressed. The appetizers were ok, the paella was bland. The service felt rushed and inauthentic. I would come here for a glass of wine and maybe nibble on a cheese or two.
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La C.
Barcelona Wine Bar & Restaurant is a favorite in Atlanta. The dinner menu food is always top notch as well as the wine. Although there are several things this restaurant could do better, the food and the wine is so good that it is worth going back . . . frequently. Pros: Waiters' Knowledgable: The waiters' know the dishes on the menu well. And even better, they know the wine on the menu, how to describe it, and what it goes well with. Quality of the Food and Wine on the Dinner Menu: I can't remember a time I've been disappointed with a dish or bottle of wine that I've ordered at Barcelona. Dining Room Atmosphere: The dining room is a relaxing yet upbeat place to have a hearty dinner with a group of friends or a cozy dinner with a loved one! Parking: $2 valet. It's worth it! Cons: -Bad with Reservations: I have never been seated at, or ever near, my reservation time at Barcelona on a Friday or Saturday night, whether I'm with a large or small party. In fact, I have never waited less than 45 minutes to get seated, even with a reservation. And as some other customers have pointed out, the hostess is never apologetic about the wait. For this reason, I will rarely go here on a weekend night. Reservations and just walking in on a weekend night, however, tends to be fine. -Loud Atmosphere in Bar Area: If you are hoping to have a conversation with others at your dinner table, pray that you are seated in the dining room and not in the bar area. However, if you're just out for a drink and don't hope to have a lot of conversation, the bar area is fun! -Bad Brunch: I hate to say anything bad about the food at Barcelona, I really do; however, I have tried brunch here now three times, and each time it has been extremely disappointing. So disappointing that I will never return here for brunch. Some Favorite Dishes: -Bacon Wrapped Date over Sherry -Meatballs -Calamari -Cauliflower You truly can't go wrong with anything item on the dinner menu!
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Joyous S.
Average experience each time I visited (met up with girlfriends a couple of times) ....food is good if you like Spanish inspired tapas...I did like the outdoor seating and atmosphere ...valet is good service as well!
(3)
Lucy P.
I was very pleasantly surprised with our trip to Barcelona. We live in Chicago and were visiting friends in Atlanta. We went here on a Thursday night. Both my husband and I are vegetarians and usually we find the options at Tapas places lacking, but we decided to give it a whirl. Vegetarians fear not! We were very pleasantly surprised. Their menu has a lot of vegetarian options that don't seem like afterthoughts. Everything we had I thought was delicious with the exception of the paella. It was just a little too smoky for my taste. It wasn't bad, but it just wasn't my favorite. When our waiter asked if everything was good, we just mentioned that it wasn't really our favorite, and without hesitation or even us asking he took it off our bill...we didn't even say it was bad, just not our favorite. I could see how it would be a little loud, but we didn't sit over by the bar so it was a little quieter. But really I don't have any complaints. The food was delicious, our waiter Billy (there was a second one too...but Billy's name is on the bill) was delightful. I don't have a single complaint. I'm so incredibly happy we decided to give it a try! If you want to give it a try and hate crowds, you can try a weeknight.....
(5)
Mark A.
Barcelona really is one of those restaurants that are perfect to meet up with friends at to enjoy food, cocktails, and conversation. It's nice to order a variety of tapas between friends and share and then order more of what's most popular. Also, although I've had better paella, Barcelona's is actually quite good and most likely the best you are going to find in Atlanta. Between the wine selection and specialty cocktails, it's hard to go wrong with drinks. The atmosphere is enjoyable and the patio is a great amenity. The one thing that really sets this restaurant apart, though, is the staff. In my experiences dining here, they have always been extremely friendly, willing to go above and beyond, offer great recommendations, and really create and all-around wonderful dining experience.
(5)
Need F.
It was very nice the food was very good every dish that came to the table. The steak was the best I've had in a very long time. I highly recommend this restaurant, from valet to bar to dinner table.
(5)
Shana B.
Love this place. Great food. Delicious drinks. Cozy atmosphere. Great for a date night or hanging out with a group of friends. Very nice outdoor patio area with heated lamps, a fireplace, plus they give you blankets. We were very impressed! Since its a tapas restaurant, we ordered the chicken and the beef empanadas and a mushroom and goat cheese dish. I prefer the beef over the chicken but both were very good. It was my first time tasting the mushrooms and goat cheese and it was pretty good as well. For drinks, would recommend the sangria or choosing a wine from their extensive wine list. Best part of the night was hearing L. Knight playing amazing music. Overall, my friends and I had a wonderful time. The only small critique is that the restaurant felt a little tight at times but it was pretty busy when we were there.
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Maria R.
I love this place! I've driven here twice from two hours away and it's been more than worth it. The food is outrageously delicious (if you like steak you HAVE to try the churrasco...) and the service is absolutely top-notch. If you're not sure what to order, talk to the waiters--they're very knowledgeable about the menu and will help you find dishes that will appeal to you. I would highly recommend making reservations if you're going for dinner, because this place gets packed on the weekends!
(5)
Jenna M.
The atmosphere here is amazing. It is a high energy spot with great decor. Not only that, but the tapas are delish! The servers have a pretty good grasp on the menu and always have great recommendations. Furthermore, the wine list is great. I do not like the brunch here as much as dinner, but I highly recommend it! P.S. I love the bathroom decor (just a side note)
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Miss M.
Ecco is my favorite restaurant...I think Barcelona has changed that. The staff aims to please and the food is amazing. It was a cool night and our server offered me a blanket- how sweet! I love the olives and the Malbec selection!!! I ordered the snapper it was fab...the edamame side could've been better. I've had the crepes and gluten free chocolate cake (different visits) and they were both awesome.
(5)
Lee C.
The food is good and the atmosphere is very nice. The service is hit or miss. I'm a northerner so it's difficult to disappoint me where service is concerned, but Barcelona feels like a TGI Friday's, not a 50$ brunch place. Staff seem arrogant - it's a cool decor and in a nice neighborhood - but get over it. We did have one very nice server. The rest were either inexperienced or feeling great about the restaurant. There are four of us, food service was alright. Some awkwardness ensued as servers try to fit dishes on the table, no big deal. Our server is clearly not having a good day, but so far nothing to complain about. After brunch the wives ask for crepes and we all order coffee. The server lingers at for a moment looking annoyed and then things go downhill Server: "Are you ordering dessert?" Me: "Yes, we'll have the crepes. Thanks." Server: "OK. You didn't say anything." Me: "Yes we did." Here's a tip - never argue with customers. I'm not into getting the last word but this was so in-your-face rude that I couldn't let it pass. My friend's pregnant wife asks about decaf tea - the server looks irritated and responds "Earl Gray". We ask a different server (who was very nice) and she brings the tea box that contains several decaf varieties. Another rude encounter that I won't go into. Manager was courteous as we leave but I notice the evil eye as we are walking down the sidewalk.
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Donald H.
Really wanted to give these guys a 5 start rating but couldn't due to the following...Weekends are really busy for them and there are inconsistencies with tapas dishes. I didn't grade them too harshly as I'm sure the volume of dishes served is immense. Besides that, the atmosphere is a mix of local 20 somethings and middle aged patrons. The drinks flow and due to the small amount of space behind the bar, the bar keeps are always on the move.
(4)
Elliott I.
Service, wait staff, everyone is exceptional. And the menu is incredible! Harold is the man!
(5)
Jie Y.
This is the best tapa place in Atlanta. Our waitress is really nice. The tapas are great. It's noisy but all tapa places are noisy. The paella is just OK, the portion is really large. They are really busy, so make a reservation in advance.
(5)
Alex S.
They have such amazing service all the while being busy as all get out!!! Also I love that they have a 2 man system with their waitstaff :)
(5)
Ebeni p.
I finally made it to Barcelona to see what's all the hype is about and I'm glad I came. The food was AMAZING, plenty of different signature dishes to choose from and the wine list was beyond my expectation. My husband and I went on a Sunday around 6:30 pm, it wasn't overly crowded, the waiters were friendly we received our food and drinks within 15 minutes. I will be back!
I completely enjoyed my experience here. I loved everything. The waiter was great (loved the wine he recommended) and the food was awesome. The ambience of the restaurant is good, I bet it gets better as the week progresses (I went on a Monday). Can't wait to go back!!
(5)
Hieu H.
Great drinking spot in Inman Park, though it can get very loud and packed. Definitely try to get a reservation on busy nights. Love the decor. A pitcher of Sangria is a steal at just 23 bucks. great tapas! Standouts include: - Potatas Bravas -Roasted Garlic Bulbs - Chorizo with Sweet & Sour Figs - BEST DISH!! - Albondigas - meatballs in tomato sauce -Homemade empanadas -Mussels al Diablo
(3)
Bethany B.
So glad I gave this place another try. Went in tonight and had an amazing meal! The ribeye was a highlight! And the desserts were impeccable.... Can't say enough about the food and the service was completely on point. Andrea was amazing, always available without being intrusive. I am so excited to go back again, and visit their new establishment Bartaco. Thank you Mike, Andrea, and Sean... You have earned a customer for life
(5)
Sol A.
I can only comment on the beverages of this place as I didn't have food while I was here (will come back for sure and make an addendum about that). The thing I remember the most about this place it's their atmosphere, casual, relax and really inviting. I ordered a glass of wine and it tasted really good. The servers are very friendly and help you decide if you are new to the restaurant. I meet one of the owners when my friend was making a reservation for her anniversary and he was really cordial and friendly.
(4)
Arika S.
Really great spot - service was good, food was good, and the location is great! It was a bit crowded and we had to wait despite having a reservation so that's the only downfall. I recommend the lamb chops, hanger steak!, sauteed kale, mushrooms & herb goat cheese!, and calamari. The eggplant was just okay and the bacon wrapped date was served a bit awkwardly with only one date.. it was good, but I don't recommend it for a group. Overall, highly recommend this spot.
Barcelona has quickly become my favorite restaurant in Atlanta. Not one of my favorites, my absolute favorite. It's one of the few restaurants in Atlanta where you'll find a diverse mix of people, excellent service, delicious food, great drinks and perfect ambience. It really has a special energy that you don't find at other restaurants. I promise I'm not getting paid to say this. I've only been with groups and we always start with pitcher of Sangria which is delicious and cheap considering it's $26 but you get about 8 drinks out of it. I definitely recommend sharing a bunch of different tapas, cheese plate and the Parrillada which is steak, chicken, sausage and pork. The crepes for dessert are amazing. I can't wait to return and try more tapas and drinks. This is truly a special gem in Atlanta.
(5)
Thai N.
With six guys, there were plenty of dishes ordered: - Jamon Serrano (One of my favorites) - Jà mon Iberico de Bellota - Caña de Oveja - 6-Month Aged Manchego - Mahon - Manchego + Jamon Croquettes (One of my favorites) - Grilled Hanger Steak (One of my favorites) - Pulpo Gallego - Chorizo + Sweet-Sour Figs - Crispy Cauliflower (One of my favorites) - Gambas al Ajillo - Pan Roasted Venison - Spinach-Chickpea Cazuela (One of my least favorites) - Mariscos Paella (My least favorite) - Salvaje Paella (Did not try, but was ordered for the table) Most of the dishes were good, but not quite as great as the one's called out in the list above. I was looking forward to the Mariscos paella - particularly since it takes quite a while to make and I haven't had it in a very long time. I was a bit disappointed with the paella. I thought it was far too salty. Squeezing the lemons didn't help. Although the grilled shrimp was very tender and perfectly cooked. Great service given we kept ordering food. For many of the above, we ordered seconds. Would definitely come back for the tapas, but not so much for the paella.
(3)
William L.
Ruined my 30th birthday We went here at 9:45 with a 9:30 reservation. Not until we were seated were we informed the kitchen was closed and only tapas were available. THIS is not what I wanted. You are a late night restaurant most restaurants serve a filling menu until 10. The server was unable to say what time full dinner is Served. I will not get into the unacceptable service and quite frankly mediocre food my real beef is listed above
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Christina K.
I ventured over to Barcelona (finally after a gazillion years on my bookmark) a few weeknights ago for a late birthday celebration. I highly suggest following your GPS because there is a sign on the restaurant front, but it's in bronze against a dark wall with little light on the street so it could be very, very easy to drive by. There is street parking on 2 sides of the restaurant and a parking deck right across the side street, but when I asked the valet attendant, he kindly told me that I could park in the garage for free. Awesome! Seating was quickly, I had beaten the majority of Atlantans who were still stuck in rainy traffic. I was greeted by a server right away with water and had time to peruse through the menu. Once my friend got there, the other server (our section had 2 people working it) came over and explained the menu. Based on his suggestion of 2-3 tapas per person, we met in the middle and ordered 5: -Crispy calamari: (5/5) I really liked this dish, it was perfectly done. The calamari was tender, yet cooked all the way without the extra chewiness. -Fish plancha (2/5): I understand that this is a tapas place, but you should stay away from this dish as it is itty, bitty, tiny and not in a cute way. It was one of the smallest fillets I have ever seen, been served and eaten in about 3 bites. Save yourself the $9.50 and go ahead and order the whole fish instead, you will be happier. -Piquillo Peppers (4/5): I have to admit, I was not looking forward to this because of it was peppers and everyone's spicy level is different. However, these peppers are not spicy at all and are stuffed with goat cheese, thanks for our server for recommending them! - gamabas (3/5) shrimp in a garlic sauce. Although I love shrimp, the portion did not match the price tag of $9.50 as the shrimp was flavorful, but very tiny. -Albondigas (5/5) these were amazing little meatballs with veal, beef and pork in a zesty tomato sauce. Get them, they are good! - Caponata (4.5/5) a purried eggplant dish that was really flavorful. I love how eggplant, when done right, is almost "meaty" and they did this right here. It definitely showed some Moorish influences with the spices. However, it is served at room temp and would have been better served hot. During our meal, the restaurant went from quiet to extremely LOUD once full. The whole restaurant is wood and glass, so that made the noise level even louder. If you are going here on a date, try hitting it before everyone comes out if you want to be able to hear your dinner mate unless you are talented at reading lips. The servers were pretty good at walking by and checking in on us and it seemed like the restaurant worked as a team in that anyone walking by and seeing an empty glass would reach over for the pitcher for a refill. When we were gathering up our things, 2-3 servers said thank you and bye which was really nice!
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Tonia C.
Amazing atmosphere. Manager and servers were. Very nice. I think something happened though because we waited about 20 mins between half of our dishes. The waiter asked how everything was and we informed him we were still waiting on half. He then had them out promptly and apologized. :) As you can see from my pictures the food was amazing, especially the white sangria and churros.
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Martha K.
Such great food! I went there for dinner with 2 friends of mine on a week night and it was still packed out. So the host told us to wait by the bar- which had no room at all. The restaurant is a tight cozy squeeze but it's a warm vibe. Our wait was about maybe 20-25 minutes long. Once we got seated we tried a few wines with their extensive wine list. The waitress was pretty helpful and we ordered a bottle to start off our dinner. Our MASSIVE dinner. We started off with some meat and cheese of our server's choice/recommendation. Which was all so good. Then my friend ordered 14-16 plates of food. No, this isn't exaggerated. Mainly all tapas but we had 3 entree plates as well. There isn't anything that I wouldn't recommend. It was all so delicious, you can't go wrong with anything on that menu! 100% go there. Get some wine have some great food with friends. It's worth it if you've never been. I'll add pictures of all the plates we ate :)
(5)
Alysha K.
Every time I have the opportunity to visit Atlanta I always make sure my boyfriend and I visit Barcelona. We were very pleased to see the menu had changed and was offering nearly 15 new menus items for our eager mouths to choose from. The food never disappoints, as usual. We were even welcomed back by the Manager, Brad. The wait time can be a little tricky as this is a very popular place to eat (but for good reason). I definitely suggest in making a reservation, however if you don't mind waiting, then it's not too bad. The service is usually fabulous, however this last time we went it seemed like our table was on the back burner and we had to ask every time we wanted refills and to have our plates changed. Yet, all other times the serving has been impeccable! I recommend this place to everyone. Whether you're going on a date or family is in town, Barcelona never fails to impress.
(5)
Tessa B.
Went here for dinner last night and sat at the bar. It takes 5+ minutes to wave down a bartender with a sour look on her face, which is why I knocked off a star. However, the food and wine was delicious. We ordered the hanger steak, potatas bravas, seared tuna, and the crispy cabbage. The kitchen was out of the cabbage, and we mentioned an older menu item, mushrooms and goat cheese. Heather took our request back to the kitchen and came out with a custom mushroom and goat cheese concoction which paired perfectly with the steak. Big thumbs up to Heather, and round of applause for the other bartender who made us blow job shots ;)
(4)
Giselle B.
I really like it here! Great, attentive staff, and wonderful food. Sit outside to people watch if you can!
(4)
Molly C.
This was our third time to dine at Barcelona and again we were not disappointed! My one complaint about Barcelona (and the reason I deducted one star from my rating) is the wait time even when you have a reservation. We had a party of 8 and a 9 pm reservation, but weren't seated until 10 pm. On another visit we had a large party and a reservation, and were not seated for 2 hours. Both times, however, management was very generous in providing the table with multiple free tapas dishes. If you have a large party, then go in with the expectation that you will be seated later than your reservation. Barcelona is always packed and standing room by the bar is at a premium. Many patrons have to spill out the front door onto the sidewalk while waiting for their tables. After waiting for an hour past our reservation time, we were seated outside (in January). Luckily there are tons of heaters and blankets for guests to drape over their legs, otherwise it would have been absurd that they were seating so many people outside. If you are going to eat here in the winter, wear some layers in case you get seated outside Now on to the food! I apologize for the lack of pictures, but we were with a large group and I was afraid of being judged. Everything was absolutely delicious, per usual. The bread baskets came out piping hot, flaky and light. We quickly started ordering tapas and they came out in rapid succession. Meat and cheese plates, albondigas (meatballs), calimari, manchego and jamon croquettes (one of my favorites), mushrooms and herbed goat cheese, potato tortilla, patatas bravas, Brussels sprouts (highly recommend), butternut squash (excellent), braised short ribs. For dessert we had the churros (amazing) and the dulce de leche crepes. There was not a bad dish in the bunch! Bar service was a tad slow, so seize the opportunity to order a drink even if you aren't ready. We received a lot of free dishes due to excessive wait time, but the final bill split between 4 couples (including food and drinks) was only $55 pre tip per couple! I definitely recommend a visit to this amazing restaurant!
(4)
Preeti M.
DJ on Saturday nights is the best! Plays a variety of music and having a DJ at a wine bar by itself was a happy surprise. We had a blast. My friends and I were a little disappointed to see the crowded had thinned out by midnight which is strange because we would expect it to get more crowded as the night went on. We arrived around 10:30 and it was packed - lucky to get a table right near the bar section. Wine and service was great, will definitely come back on a weekend night to enjoy the entire evening (with hopefully a crowd that sticks!).
(5)
Priti J.
I went to Barcelona with my husband on new years day. I have to say it was an amazing experience and a good pick by my husband. It is said that "the more you eat New Year's Day the more you prosper!" So we decided to order lots of food! Meat+ cheese: Jamon Serrano - 5 stars Salchicon de Vic - 5 stars Finocchiona - 5 stars Tapas: Spicy Eggplant Caponata: 3. 5 stars. Not exactly what I expected but was not bad. Charred Broccoli: This was a boms. 5 stars. Roasted Garlic Bulbs: 2 stars. Wont order again. Paella: We ordered Mariscos: 4.5 stars. It was delicious. Dessert: I got Flan Catalan: 5 stars. Best flan I ever had. Must try! My husband had: Warm Chocolate Hazelnut Indulgence - I am not a chocolate fan but my husband loved it! 5 stars.
(5)
Helen K.
Loved this place! Located in N. Highlands near my favs of Sotto Sotto and Fritti, this place offers complimentary valet. Atmosphere was great. If you want a little mellower vibe to talk, sit outdoors but the inside was perfect for a friday night. It was very lively. We had a group of 6 in our table and was seated right away with our reservation. We ordered 6 tapas dishes and shared 2 person paella, along with a pitcher of sangria. The tapas came out right away and we were very pleased with the service. The staff was very well trained and had great team work that would always refill water, change out to clean plates, and always asking if we needed anything. I give a thumbs up for the staff, especially when the environment is little loud and chaotic. On to the food, bread was always fresh and hot and the olive oil was delicious that no pepper nor vignette was needed. Churizo and fig was as good as the reviews but the flavor of the figs were not my favorite. Calamari was surprisingly very good. Not overcooked or chewy and had a great flavor with a pinch of salt. Beef empanadas was delicious but my favorite had to be the ribeye special that they had! So juicy and tender with excellent seasoning. Potato was okay but a good filler and my friends enjoyed the kebobs, but personally i do not enjoy too herby dishes. Just to warn you, theses are small tapas so we devoured amongst the 6 of us pretty quickly. We sipped on our sangria afterwards. White traditional was what we ordered and wish it was mixed little better as all the sweetness was on the bottom of the pitcher, but regardless it was pretty tasty. Then our entree came out. As hungry as we were, we were disappointed at the size of the 2 person dish and thought to ourselves that we should have ordered a bigger size but it was still perfect to give us room for desserts. Seafood in the paella was delicious! So fresh and cooked just right. Needless to say it was gone in minutes and our paella cravings were fulfilled. Then the finale, we ordered churros and crepas for dessert. Churros was sort of a let down since the chocolate didnt have the sweetness that we were looking for. But the crepas was perfect both visually and taste. Inside they had these chunks of caramel that you cant help to fall in love with! Overall, great place! I did want to note couple of observations that did concern me. This place seemed to have no ac? Just fans so it was a bit warm inside. Also, as i walked past the hall to go to the ladies room, the cured meat station was visible and umm... i wouldnt order the meat anyways but i saw a fly perched on one of the meat... this should be addressed. Lastly, paella was delicious but be ready to drop $25 per person... which seema little high.
(4)
Nina P.
Love the tapas, and the attentive staff. There were not many options on the dessert menu. The dining room was very crowded and noisy.
(4)
Jessica D.
Foodie time, and my friend suggested coming here since it's been on his to-go list for a while. Tried to make a reservation for 8pm, but the restaurant was booked until 10:45. However, they told me that they reserve random tables for walk-ins, so we decided to tried our luck. Our group came in around 7:30 and was seated immediately on the heated, outdoor patio (otherwise, our wait was one hour +). There was a heat lamp for every two tables (but every table was covered) and complimentary blankets on every chair, which is great or else I would have frozen out there. The menu is split into three main categories - meats and cheeses, tapas, and entrees. Entrees take about half an hour to prepare, so if there's anything of interest to you, place these orders first. Between all of us in the group, if I remember correctly, we had: Complimentary bread with olive oil MEATS AND CHEESES - Jamon Serrano - Speck - Valdeon TAPAS - Caldo de pollo (soup) - Spinach-Chickpea Cazuela - Short rib - Duck fat potatoes - Butternut squash ENTREES - Paella Mariscos - Chicken Pimentos DESSERT - Churros Y (dark) Chocolate Of everything we had, I'd definitely recommend both entrees -- they are worth the wait! The short rib and duck fat potatoes are also good. Outdoor seating is definitely a lot quieter than inside the restaurant. Parking is valet with a $2 minimum. Essentially, the valet guys explained that the restaurant keeps the first $2 from tip and the rest goes to them. They were quite careful around corners and speed bumps, which I greatly appreciated. Overall, excellent service, food was good, etc. but I'm not much of a tapas person.. so I couldn't give this place a "Yay! I'm a fan" 4-star rating.
(3)
Felipe V.
1. Reservations are useless 2. This place is literally a a mix of a Spanish tapas restaurant, Bagatelle in New York and Houston's. 3. Reread #2 because its essential. 4. Sadly disappointed. 5. Sad to say I will keep coming, but that's a reflection on the current restaurant/bar scene in Atlanta not the quality of Barcelona.
(1)
Rhiannon H.
Excellent place for larger groups to split small portions (tapas). Fairly intimate setting and on the nicer side. I definitely recommend getting the chef's selection board to start (make sure you get the pickled vegetables and aged manchego) and also get the zucchini and crispy cabbage for tapas (excellent choices for the vegetarians). ALSO must get the $30 bottle of rose! So delicious
(4)
Rashida C.
Tapas tapas, taste a little order a lata! I dined here Sunday night and the atmosphere was romantic. I ordered SEVERAL items on the menu that didn't contain meat and most of items were good! The chickpea and spinach dish and potato quesadilla were my favorites! The chickpeas were cooked to perfection, still solid but soft enough to bite into with ease and they were moist! They were also flavorful! On to the potato quesadilla! Sooooo good! I ordered 3! The homemade sour cream with chives was the perfect topping. The wine selection here was also wonderful! There was something for everyone on the menu. Both wines that I had were new to me and I enjoyed them both. My server was not so friendly nor attentive but whatever.
(3)
A C.
People dress up to go to Barcelona, but you can come casual! It's fun, the service and food are both EXCELLENT, however keep in mind it's VERY crowded on the weekends. If you make a reservation be prepared to wait. If you don't make a reservation you will wait longer, it's a popular place!! Its worth the wait people! The tapas are pricey but yummy and if you dont like tapas the parrilllada is delicious and plenty (so nothing like the tapas). The charcuterie and cheese... delicious! The wine list is LONG and very good. The location and restaurant feel are perfect for a date but it's loud. The bar is a great place to meet and pick up people. I have been coming for years and I have to say I really like this place, the managers do a great job at keeping the standard of quality and service. Good job!
(5)
Gaurav K.
If I could give a half star, I would. This rating is not for the food, the food was decent enough to taste. This rating is only for the service. A few friends and I went for dinner on a friday night. We were seated about ten minutes after our reservation. Our server was completely disinterested. He barely took our order, while he was tapping his pen on his pad which suggested he was in a hurry, and that it wasn't worth the time to wait on us properly. Unfortunately though, that was better than the management decided to treat us. Management told our server not to serve 4 of the people in my group any drinks, cause they were too drunk. This was our start to the night. None of us had any alcohol to drink, and when we asked management for an explanation, their attempt at an explanation was laughable. In the end they apologized for their mistake, but by then our mood was spoilt and appetite diminished. If you deny someone alcohol, you better have a good reason to. The management at Barcelona did not. All we got was "someone saw someone in this group drunk". If a hunch was all it took to deny alcohol, I feel like there was a double standard. Cause as we were being denied alcohol for being too drunk, we saw a couple of patrons walk out and stumble to the ground, clearly inebriated beyond their capacity to walk and function coherently. The whole night left a sour taste in my mouth. I've heard complaints from many people that staff at Barcelona comes off as pretentious. I was able to see it first hand, and it has convinced me never to go back again.
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Kyra M.
If you live in Atlanta you have probably had your fair share of tapas places. This one however, is in a class of it's very own. I am ashamed to say that I am just now giving it a go. My husband allowed me to choose a place to celebrate his 30th birthday and I am glad I made reservations here. Our reservation was for 8:00pm on a Saturday but we didn't make it until 8:15 due to spending to much time getting fly for the night. The place was packed and the hostess asked us to go to the bar and wait. We waited in a very crowded, elegant bar for 10 minutes. The seating style is European style so I was uncomfortably close to my neighbors table. However, after the bottle we finished of the french wine, (combo of Merlot, Cab and Shiraz) I didn't care much. We ordered the mixed grill named Barcelona and potatoes which were awesome. That meat platter was enough to feed 4 people. The NY strip was overcooked for my medium standard. The server was quick and so was the food. We spent $100.00 but I had no regrets!
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Emma F.
This is my current favorite restaurant in Atlanta and our go to date night for special occasions. Now, I admit, I'm of Spanish decent and grew up eating Spanish food in Miami and Spain. So, for that reason, I am predisposed to love a good Spanish restaurant. On the other hand, this makes it incredibly difficult for me to find a restaurant I love which meets my expectations. Barcelona does it, and in spades. Wine: Starting with what I love most about Spanish food lol. They have an enormous wine list with some great wines by the glass as well as a plethora of excellent Spanish wines by the bottle. They even have a variety of Vega Sicilia wines. They also have mixed drinks and a full bar so you won't leave thirsty. Atmosphere: Very comfortable, casual and upscale all at the same time. This is the kind of place you can go to in Jeans and a nice top or get decked out dressed to the nines and still feel comfortable going to. The bar and patio feel more casual than the tables inside but the relaxed feel permeates the whole restaurant. Service: The waiters here have always been seriously friendly. They have a system where you get served by two people which at first seemed a bit odd but has really worked out well as we've been back again and again. Food: Ok, here's why I love them... The food tastes like it did in Spain and dishes which we didn't have in Spain had flavors which would be familiar enough to any Spaniard to be called Spanish. There is no higher praise I can give them. Here's what we've had: Paella De Mariscos: Awesome, best Paella outside of Spain, even better than a couple we had in Spain (I'm looking at you restaurante balcon de europa in Nerja!) Seafood is perfectly cooked and the rice had the nice crispy bits at the bottom. That said, the portion on this is HUGE. It says for two people but I'm not kidding, it would easily feed 4 as an entree. Morcilla: You can ask for the morcilla as an app and I recommend that you do. It has a fantastic texture and flavor that any lover of a good blood sausage would greatly enjoy. It's so rich and creamy it almost approaches a French boudin noir in texture but with all the flavor of the traditional morcilla. Morcilla and Fried eggs: This was/is on their brunch menu and was amazing. The perfect breakfast. I could eat it every day. If Don Quixote had eaten this instead of his Duelos y quebrantos he would have won the fight against the windmills, I'm just saying. Crispy Pig Ears: Remove any notion you have about pig ears being dog food, that's silly and stupid. These little babies are the potato chips of the gods. Thinly sliced, tender pig ears deep fried and sprinkled with a lightly pickled onion garnish. Like dying and going to pig heaven. Pulpo: I love pulpo when it's done right and I hate it when it's not. Seriously, I go from rapturous pleasure to heaving. This is of the rapturous variety. Warm Potato Tortilla: Like mom made it, except with an awesome sauce accompanying it and they serve it hot not room temp as I'm used to. Gazpacho: This was an odd version of gazpacho, more like a tomato sauce than a soup. Delicious, but not what I or anyone else really would expect. Mushrooms and Herbed Goat Cheese: Heaven in a little plate. I love veggies and mushrooms in particular are a fave. These are so good that the goat cheese really isn't even necessary. What makes this dish really is the wine sauce they cook the mushrooms in, so good. Grilled Lamb Chops: This was good but not the best lamb chops I've ever had. A bit tougher than I would have preferred. Flavors were dead on though. Churros: These were real churros, none of your boxed crap here. Extruded into oil, fried on site, served with thick chocolate churro awesomeness. One odd thing was that the chocolate was spicy. I am a churro purist, this was not appreciated. Hubby on the other hand loved it. So I'm really just being a snob here. Note: Their menu rotates quite a bit and it's possible that when you go, none of these things will be on the menu. What I will say in way of advice for those looking to make ordering decisions. Look for things which are more in the traditional vein. They really seem to do these dishes well. That said, you really can't go wrong, I haven't had a single thing here I wish I hadn't, even the gazpacho, which was a bit odd, was tasty. So order with abandon and if at all possible, sit outside. Last time we were there we saw a police run down a perp on foot and arrest him not a block away. You never know what you're gonna see!
(5)
Julie V.
We arrived to a prospect 1.5 hour wait. However; we were catered to complimentary sangria and prosciutto appetizer and staff that was all smiles. Plus, we were seated before the hour. The food was absolutely delicious!!! The cocktails caipirinha could have been better. We had another cant remember the name but is similar to a mojito but with a kick and that was goood! Tapas Eggplant Beef empanadas Calamari Potato brava Pork ear fries ( sounds disgusting but omg this was delicious) We are definitely going back this time with some friends! You will not be disappointed! We ordered some 4-5 more tapas all was great but gave it 4 instead of 5 stars bc there was a bit of lag receiving the last two tapas. We were so full that it worked out perfectly but I believe somewhere along the line the two tapas were missed by the bell bc everything came out back to back. It was a crazy busy night so this small hiccup was no big deal. All else was fantastic! Pictures attached. We had the chimichurri steak and lamb chops on 2nd visit. Not so impressed with these. Tried the pomegranate salad and that was very good. Out second visit fairly early in the night about 9:30 they were out of bread which goes perfect with the eggplant dish and out of the pig ear fries :( so sad that night!
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Jenny T.
My friends from town brought me here and it was pretty awesome. We parked some blocks out by the skate park. Came on a Thursday night and were able to get seated pretty much immediately. The whole restaurant was pretty loud, and it was very dimly lit, but enough to admire the decor. The device was great--very personal, very engaging and very quick and informative, too! The seats are super high up which is interesting. So we were in an elevated booth. The pitcher of sangria we got was awesome. For $25, it was a pretty good deal. Tasted delicious. We also got a couple tapas: - cod croquettes: crispy on the outside, super moist and soft on the inside. Kind of like a twice baked potato... Except with a deep fried outside. I think the fishy taste was a little too much for me - cauliflower kumquat salad: amazing. Reminded me a little of cole slaw, but less crunchy. just very thinly sliced cauliflower with a light sauce and pieces of kumquat that went well with it all. - beet salad: I've had a little better. I know the less is more concept, bit I would've liked there to be more flavor on the beets. Cooked well, though. All in all a great spot. Going to try the one in DC
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Susan H.
Meh... Now they have all female bartenders, not really what it was when it opened. Used to be fun with DJs and now it's a bunch of average folks working behind the bar. We like looking at pretty people behind bar. And... Food was average for being pretty expensive. Meh... Just meh.
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Kristen H.
FIVE STARS. Furreal. This is the best service I've ever had. I made a reservation for my husband's 30th birthday on a Thursday night. We arrived a bit early and I was afraid we would have to wait, but nope! They wished him a happy birthday as soon as I gave them my name and sat us. The manager took us to our table and introduced himself. He even gave us his card and told us about their taco place on the Westside. Told us to drop his name over there. He was fabulous. It was just beginning to get chilly when we went, so when we were seated outside, I was worried. No need to worry: fire, heaters, and BLANKETS. It was amazing. I was even offered an extra blanket, but I was perfectly comfortable with just one. This was both of our first times, so our main server (main because we had two servers plus the manager who stopped by at least three times) explained the menu and recommended his top favorite dishes. We ordered: house cured olives roasted garlic bulbs - These were good, but tricky to eat. We probably wouldn't order them again. summer sausage - I think it was the Picante. It was spicy, but was served with grapes, which were surprisingly the perfect compliment to the heat. chorizo and sweet-sour figs - Very good! meatballs (Albondigas) - Our second favorite dish. grilled hanger steak - Would order ten plates of this next time. So delicious! This was almost too much food for the two of us, so you could get away with ordering less. We also ordered two cocktails each, which were fabulous. They were served by the bartender who made sure we were satisfied with our order. Then we were served TWO complimentary birthday desserts (the chocolate cake and the crepes) plus champagne complete with a Russian toast from our server. Again, FABULOUS experience. The best thing: the bill was around $80, which I thought very reasonable for such an amazing experience plus four drinks and lots of food. The only negatives I can muster: there was a wait for the bathroom because they only have a few singular WCs. I could see this being a problem on a really busy night. If you've never been, trying to find the place is a little difficult as the sign isn't very big. There's valet, but we drove past it and ended up paying to park in a different lot. We sat outside, which seemed to be roomier than the inside. The tables inside were very close together. This wouldn't bother me, but might be an issue for some people. I highly recommend.
(5)
Shaye B.
Barcelona is a great time. The food is delicious and the wine menu is fun - Spanish options, mixed with some South American choices. If coming Thursday thru Saturday after 7 a reservation is recommended if your party is more than 2 or if you'd like to eat prior to 9! This place always has a lot going on! To be honest I showed up at 8 on a Wednesday with a friend and we didn't get a table til about 9:30. However the bar at this place is awesome and when it's packed there are plenty of free tapas being passed around (typically less sold vegetarian dishes which is great for variety - I've received the patats brazas and the chickpea casserole on separate occasions). Regardless, food is great and since it's tapas, it's as expensive as you want it to be. I am a huge fan of the manchego jamon croquettes here. Just 5 balls of deep friend cheese and ham with a creamy aioli! The calamari and meatballs are great too. Meat and cheese plates here are also worth looking into. After that I like to mix it up a bit and pick a new meat dish to accompany those choices. So the place misses a star on service and mainly geared towards the bar. It's just so slow! I'd like to enjoy some wine with my tapas please! The drink service runs significantly slower than the food service and honestly the place loses money over it. If done right the first glass of wine comes out asap so you order a second after the first tapa/meat and cheese! Regardless the wine here is great and it's worth the wait but it can take a little away from the experience! To counter the negative though - the place does a great job accommodating taste tests of the glass offerings! I highly recommend this place for group dates/girls nights out or if you can manage to get there a little earlier in the night, just a nice date night works too!
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Nilka G.
One of the best restaurants in Atlanta ! The service here is class A!!!!!!!!!! Food was amazing !
(5)
Kellie T.
Barcelona never lets me down. I thought their dinner menu was good, and then I went for lunch the other day and thought it warranted a review. They're really doing everything right here, from the ambience, to the staff, and most importantly - the menu. I sat outside and sipped on the Barcelona Gintonic and then enjoyed some ceviche in the spring sunshine. One of the best lunch spots in Atlanta, in my humble opinion. :]
(5)
Debo R.
Great experience! The drinks were great! The service superb! The Manager came by and talk with us to make sure we had a great time!
(5)
Ray M.
I loved this place ! The sangria was delicious. I had two of them in fact.I enjoyed the calamari it was fresh and perfectly cooked. My bff loved the beef she said it was tender, perfectly seasoned and burst in your mouth with flavor. I didn't care for the fig and chorizo it was not worth 10 bucks. Please make reservation or u will be watching other people eat. I will be back.
(4)
Lia P.
If this review was just for the paella they would get a solid 5 stars. It's hard to find a place that does paella right but they do it. If you care about soccarat (aka the crunchy stuff on the bottom of the pan) when you eat paella, then come here. It was also loaded with tasty sausage including my favorite kind- blood sausage! There were also chickpeas in there which was interesting. It's definitely a pretty restaurant and a very BUSY restaurant. The staff there seemed overwhelmed and everything took just a bit longer than one would like. I don't mean the paella, that understandably takes time. But I ordered sangria and that took awhile. I was sitting outside though, maybe it was an area far away from the bar. We had two servers assigned to us and it wasn't always easy flagging one of them down. Our girl server was friendly but unfortunately not super well versed on the menu items. She had to go check on what a couple things were in the paella and sangria. This isn't a cheap restaurant so a little more polish would be appreciated. In addition to the paella we had a meat and cheese plate which was pretty tasty. I wasn't left with a desire to come running back, but I would go again. Especially if I wanted tapas or paella.
(3)
DpursuitisReal L.
I've been here a few times and my experience is ALWAYS the same- fun-filled day/night with charismatic people that either came with me or I met while visiting here. Wine selection is #AwesomeSauce bartenders are attentive and creative (If needed) despite all of the hoopla that's going on. The energy is always on 10 UNLESS it's an easy brunch Sunday and even then you feel like doing something devious. Love this place makes me feel like I'm pretending to be a grown-up which is delicious at my age. #DPursuitIsReal #TellingYouWhatIThink
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Empress A.
I just absolutely adore this place so much. I have never been dissatisfied when coming here. I love their tapas menu. There are many things and interesting ingredient combos on the menu that I've never had before. Some I like, some I don't, and some I just don't eat (beef or pork). Service is always excellent, Tim was awesome but Doug is the man too! Great atmosphere, good company, nice crowd. Great wine selection. Jep would pick out the best wines for me, based on what I was into that night. Anyway I'm going on and on... This place is awesome! Ps. Be Nice
(5)
Biss E.
FOOD Chorizo + figs: Delicious and filling. Get this. Patatas bravas: Basic dish--potatoes with mayo and tomato sauce. Up to you. Red snapper (plancha): Smaller dish with light flavors. Up to you. Crispy cauliflower: The sauce is great. Get this. Hangar steak: Great truffle sauce; small dish. Get this. Steak paillard: Citrusy with potato crisps. Up to you. Croquettes: Creamy inside, crispy outside. Get this. Mushrooms + goat cheese: Flavorful mushrooms, cheese is strong. Up to you. OTHER Wait time on Saturday @ 5:45pm: none. Service: Good. Valet: Good.
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Andy K.
If you're looking for tapas, look no further. However, one of the first things that caught my attention was the extensive wine list. Although my party didn't order any alcohol, the wine list here is great and they also have cocktails, beer, and pitchers of Sangria. Now onto the tapas--we had the grilled quail breast and grilled lamb chops. The grilled lamb chops were okay. I wasn't crazy about the Romesco sauce (although it probably was very healthy) that it came with but the meat itself was juicy. The quail was a lot better in my opinion. It was just as juicy and also came with a more delicious, sweeter sauce. On top of that, we had the grilled Churrasco, a flank steak dish--yes, we were carnivores that night--along with sweet potato French fries. Now the meat was cooked to medium-rare, but the dish fell a little short of okay. It didn't taste like that great a cut. Although I was not too impressed with my most recent visit, I was thoroughly impressed during my first visit where I had some of the other tapas.
(4)
Christian T.
Waited over 45 minutes for a reservation. Called at like 5 to make the reservation and even asked if it was going to be packed. The guy said "I don't know, it varies from night to night." C'mon bro, I've worked in a restaurant before, of course it's going to get packed on a Friday night! Director if hospitality came out to us, real nice guy. After 45 minutes, I just couldn't wait another twenty minutes for a table. The food that the waiters were carrying looked nice tho?
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Bethany L.
My husband and I were looking forward to coming here for weeks, but when we arrived the power was out... We decided to stay anyways and eat what they could serve. We had the best time! Our server Quentin was so awesome! Start to finish he worked extra hard to make our time there wonderful! We will be coming back for sure.
(5)
Jonathan F.
Where do I even begin talking about Barcelona? This place is the best tapas in town as far as I'm concerned. The atmosphere when you walk in is great. It is an upclass feel with a laid back attitude where everyone is enjoying each others company along with fantastic food plates and wonderful wines. I went with my wife and another couple who invited us for an evening out at one of their favorite places. They recommended trying a cheese plate, which was delicious. The waittress we had picked out three cheeses for us at our behest and we were very pleased with her choices based on our description of our tastes. Once we started ordering the small plates things really took off to taste town. Again, ask your server to recommend some choices. They know the menu well and will find suitable choices for your pallet. The main course was a meat plate with ny strip steak, pork chop, chicken, and sausage. It was increadibly good. The pork chop was tender and flavorful and a lot of places will dry it out by over cooking but this place nailed it. The wine list is extensive and epic to say the least and the dessert menu is just as good as the rest of the menu. The wait staff is so knowledgeable and helpful when you are trying to navigate their extensive menu. It doesn't matter if you are a first time diner or a repeat customer who wants to mix things up, they will lead you to the promised land of culinary bliss.
This place is great! All I'm thinking is why has it taken me soo long to come here?!? If you haven't been here yet, get your butt off the couch and head here! This place is an all-rounder type of place: good for a date, girls night out, brunch, group of friends; you name it! It has indoor seating, outdoor seating, bar area, and an outside patio with a cute fireplace! Definitely a place you can be cozy during the winter/cold nights! I can just imagine: it's a cold starry night, as you sit outside next to your significant other, wrapped in a blanket, in front of the fireplace, with perhaps a glass of wine in your hand! *perfect* oh let's not forget the great tapas style food! So let's see what you should get: potatoes empanadas, kabobs (these are a must!!!), but they are served in an odd number :-(, lamb chops (two pieces, but they were perfectly cooked)... You Definitely wanna come in a group so you can order a few things and be able to try them all, just remember to order multiples as most of these tapas come with 2-3 pieces each!
(4)
Jennifer B.
This place is dangerous - too many delicious so-called "small plates" that pack a lot of flavor and variety (and calories). Before you know it, you're 4-5 small plates in, add a couple of glasses of wine & well, you better work out tomorrow. We skipped the dessert though they sounded tempting - there was just no room in the tum. Love sitting outside on the side of Barcelona - yes, your view is the parking valet, but a little breeze comes around the corner. In front across the street more condos! Inman Park is growing "up" since it can't grow "out". You can even access Barcelona from the Beltline from the back. You have to walk up to the entrance but how cool is that? Very good, well-paced service. We enjoyed sharing plates, good cocktails & nice out of the norm wine selection (you won't see these at Kroger).
(4)
Amy H.
Wow. This place was pretty awesome. Atmosphere is awesome, get a little dressed up go out with the girls sit in the bar area, or enjoy some cocktails on the patio, or have your romantic weekend date!! We went with another couple and we decided that there were WAY too many items on the menu and we wanted the waiter to just bring WHATEVER and match a nice bottle of wine with what we got. We got SO many things that I cannot remember all but the roasted garlic bulbs were awesome. When I saw them I was like "whaaaat?? I gotta eat that?" oh those were good I cannot believe I have been missing out! Although this was my first encounter so needless to say DON'T PASS THOSE UP! I loved the mushrooms with the goat cheese, great combo, beat salad was yummy. The black hanger steak was goooood the server ordered us one and we told him it would be best to bring two more! Really good, flavorful, juicy, and tender. Loved the shrimp in wine sauce as well! We really had so much I cannot remember everything but the wine and the food it was good! I know it was a bit pricey but it was a great meal with good people and I just really commend the server for knowing what to pick out.
(5)
Chris N.
The best thing I've had is the suckling pig. From what I understand, it used to be a Sunday only plate, but now they serve it on weekdays. Try it, you won't be disappointed. I hate pork rinds, but the ones on this dish were excellent! Other dishes that are very good are the paella and various tapas.
(4)
Christopher T.
My wife and I ate here last night for the first time. We picked at random off a list of restaurants participating in Inman Park Restaurant Week and ended up at Barcelona Wine Bar & Restaurant. We had a fantastic experience! The tapas are incredible - it is obvious the chef(s) really put their heart into the food. Our cocktails were also excellent. What really made our experience though was the service. It is rare to see staff & servers working together as a team so seamlessly. Our drinks were always filled, and they perfectly timed the delivery of our (8) tapas! It felt like the moment we finished the last bite of one the next was arriving. This kept our table free of clutter too! The managers were friendly and asked how we were when we were coming and going. Phenomenal food and service! Check this place out!
(5)
JoanaLola F.
We have been to this restaurant four times, and have always tried something different, as well as sticking to the things we liked. Though most of the things on their menu are delicious, we have to say that some things are just not what would be served in Spain. Here are some of our impressions: - Gambas as aljito: In Spain the shrimp used for this dish are small (as big as a tip of a finger) loaded with minced garlic and olive oil. At Barcelona they use the big shrimp (about the size of a thumb), sliced garlic, and chili peppers. - Plancha: not at all like they do it in Spain, but it tasted ok. - Boquerones: A serving of Boquerones in Spain is never less than 10-15 fish, yet at Barcelona they only serve 6 of them. - Paella: We have to say that the paella at Barcelona is pretty good. We ordered a mixed paella (seafood and meat), and the taste was impeccable. However, just two little suggestions: use more saffron (the rice was quite white), and, for the meat paella, use chicken rather than pork, as well as chorizo rather than the sausage that was in it. - Croquetas de manchego y jamon: Simply delicious - Figs with sweet and sour chorizo: though this isn't a dish we had ever had in Spain, it was still quite tasty. Dunking the bread in the sauce makes it that much better.
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Chrissie A.
Came here for Brunch and was really impressed with the menu. Favorite dishes: Steak and eggs - chimichurri was awesome, sunny side up eggs cooked perfectly, and the skillet potatoes are some of the most delicious things ever. mushrooms with goat cheese empanadas steak with truffle charred broccoli I wish I could think of more things, but honestly, this place is great. Everything we had was tasty.
(4)
Mindy D.
Great GNO! Cocktails were refreshing and the tapas were amazing! Service was above and beyond. The restaurant and bar have a fun and sophisticated atmosphere. We dined outside. Highly recommend the calamari, cabbage and croquettas tapas.
(5)
Food L.
Lovely outdoor seating...perfect for a weekend lunch! Was there on a Sunday afternoon and had beef empanadas (were ok), calamari (crispy and delicious), lemon ricotta pancakes (light ad fluffy). Enjoyed the food and atmosphere.
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John B.
The first time I went here I thought this was an elaborate ploy to steal my passport (the last time I was in the mother country I had my passport stolen, so I'm always on edge when the words Barcelona arise). I'm happy to report my passport wasn't stolen and this place deserves to be put down as one of Atlanta's premier venues. Cole is correct when he describes the attractive women, wonderful tapas, and anchor-location for the up and rising Inman Park. 1/2 bottles of wine can prove dangerous, so ride your bike. This place is pretty awesome. I love the art work in particular. This is one of the few places I've seen John Lennon pose for a woman other than Yoko. Last time I was here I had the chance to meet with the DJ, and he was cool and keeping the groove going throughout the evening. The wine selection is top-notch. Definitely worth a visit or six.
(5)
Kiev R.
I wanted to be impressed by Barcelona Atlanta but alas, I walked away more disappointed than blown away. We headed to Barcelona because of their late hours and good reputation, arriving around 11 PM. Even at that hour, the place was in full swing and filled with a good number of people. But it wasn't so full to justify the full 5 minutes it took the hostesses to notice our presence (even though we were standing less than 3 feet from them) simply because they were too busy gabbing. Okay... not off to a great start. Once seated, our waiter greeted us and frankly he was awesome (and is the sole reason my review was elevated to 3 stars). He answered all of our questions about the menu and when asked, offered his recommendations and preferred wine selections. Barcelona Atlanta has a limited late night menu but our waiter took the extra step of querying the kitchen about preparing something that's offered on the regular menu instead (which they had no problem obliging). However, we asked for this exception in the first place because we found the late night menu to be very limiting in its variety. The food itself is very good, flavorful, well prepared, and well presented. As with any tapas restaurant, you expect small portions and to order numerous dishes but I found Barcelona Atlanta to be a little on the expensive side thus if you're wanting a true tapas experience, be prepared to spend a lot of money. Overall, Barcelona Atlanta provides a grown and laid back environment (which would be a great first date place!) so I'd be willing to give it another try.
(3)
Allison R.
It's been a while since I've been here, and yet even still, hands down best in the city. I go out to eat a LOT and Barcelona, by far, is the best all around in Atlanta. From the expertly prepared food to the well thought out wine selection and the impeccable service--I am never disappointed. The new manager Brad couldn't be more warm, welcoming, and accommodating. The bar staff is friendly and well prepared to give excellent suggestions on wine pairings at a variety of price points. Service staff is well spoken and entirely delightful. Any issue I may have ever had has immediately been remedied as soon I mentioned something to any one of the outstanding management staff. Truly, not enough great things to say about this place.
(5)
Maggie W.
This place has a great selection of wine, delicious food, and a seriously fun atmosphere. I've been here several times and plan on coming several more! It's really hard to park in the area and every time I have made a reservation they have been so nice at working with me to move it back when it's taking a while to park. Great service.
(4)
HJM M.
Easily one of my faves! The location, the building, parking/valet, servers, beautiful people, food and drinks, decor and just everything about this place is just great. The bartenders are friendly and knowledgeable. And in the afternoons, you can go in alone, have a seat at the bar and either do done reading or talk to other happy people around you. I typically just graze when I'm there. The charcuterie plates and cheese selection are awesome and just ask a server or bartender about wine pairing and you'll be all set. Other restaurants should try to mimic this place.
(5)
Karly G.
I'm still a fan of this place, been here 3 times and I love their food, their atmosphere, their service... but a few thing needs to change. 1. Their Parking 2. RSVP needs to be honored at least within a reasonable amount of time... I can wait for 15-20 min. for a table... not an hour and a half. Granted, they did try to make things right by offering complimentary tapas, but I'm there to pay for my food. 3. They need to expand the waiting/bar area because it was a complete chaos on any given night seems like. HOWEVER, I freaking love this place. I had just about every dish on their menu and the charred broccoli was the least of my favorite. It is charred and bitter. The suckling pig, the fried red snapper and chorizo + digs are amazing. The food has been consistent since my first visit. I can't wait to catch them on a slow day so that I can finally bask in the sun while dining in their patio. It is a noisy place because people are having fun, eating wonderful food and drinking good wine. People who have issues or want a nice quiet dinner - stay home. One more thing... they do not frown upon you for bringing in your own dessert nor do they charge a ridiculous fee for plating. I brought in a cake for a friend and they took off with the cake without interrogating me.
(5)
Dorina C.
Love, love, love this place! Love their food, drinks, especially their white sangria Flora, very light and fruity, but what I like the most is their desert, the crepes, which are to die for!
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Janelle D.
We stopped in here for lunch. It was a perfect fall day - crisp, blue skies, a comfortable chill in the air, sunshine... We decided to sit out like most everyone else. On the way to seat us, the phone rang and the hostess, who was very personable and friendly, picked it up to ask them to hold. While that was going on, a man who had been walking in our direction stopped to ask if we were okay, and we let him know we were waiting to be seated. He decided to step in and seat us, and he turned out to be the owner. He was very charming and warm, and he told us about the menu, and shook our hands before leaving - it really felt like he wanted us there. I had a wine flight, the Rioja (see pic). It was SO good; some of the best wine I've had in a while and the perfect complement to my food. They have a HUGE wine selection, a sherry selection, lots of beers... We started with some meat and cheese ($6.50 for one, $17.50 for three). We had soft pork chorizo, the bleu cow and goat's milk cheese and the pork jowls. No complaints at all. The little bit of guava paste is a perfect addition - such an amazing combo of flavors. The meats were fantastic and the cheese was strong, but I love that. They brought us out meatballs because they had an extra order and I was so glad they did because it's not something I would have picked and it was so flavorful and tender. We also had the chorizo and figs too (what can I say, we love that darn sausage) and it was such an incredible combo of spicy and sweet. Pic added. Unfortuantely, we waited a very long time for the warm potato tortilla - our waitress suddenly disappeared after checking on us to see if it was out - and after almost half hour we asked them to take it off the menu so we could leave. They brought it to us to go anyway (and it didn't disappoint!). It didn't ruin our experience - sometimes things happen and sometimes you're the one who's just gotta deal. Overall, the food was delicious, they kept our waters filled, and the atmosphere was comfortable. I would definitely go back.
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Robert A.
I give this place 4 stars for the overall experience. 3.5 for the food, 4 for the atmosphere and 4.5 for the service. Wife and I went and had sangria and red wine to start. She had the house red which was fine and I had the sangria which was a little too sweet for me but still tasted OK. We started with the cacciatore and soft goat's milk cheese. Growing up in a predominantly Italian area in the NY/NJ area this was a common antipasta and this version of it was good. Not the best 've ever had but it was well executed and worth the money. 3 stars. Next we started with the gazpacho and the chorizo + sweet-sour figs. The gazpacho had a nice flavor to it, not bland but not overly spicy either. 4 stars. The chorizo and figs were excellent as well. The sausage was very good and the caramelized brown sugar reduction on the figs was a dinner highlight for me. 5 stars. Next was the snapper a la plancha and short rib shooters. The snapper was well cooked but too mild in flavor for me. My wife likes her fish bland so she enjoyed it more than I did but the salsa verde just needed something more to make it pop. 3 stars. The short ribs were excellent. Tender and flavorful and the horseradish sauce was well balanced. 4.5 stars. We ended dinner with espresso and flan. The espresso was very good but if you are one of those coffee addicts that want it to be thick as mud then you will be disappointed. It had a full flavor without being overwhelming. 4 stars. The flan was the best surprised all night. I'm not a fan of this but my wife thought that since this is a Spanish themed restaurant then we should go with it. She could not have been more right. We both agreed that this is the best flan we have ever had. It is little moments like this that I find small joys in. It was creamy, not too heavy and had an excellent taste. 5 stars.
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Lauren P.
Barcelona is super cool with a nice menu and drink selection. Th interior is sexy and modern. The wait staff is good looking and educated on the menu items and friendly. Barcelona is located in the heart of VA highlands with a very young crowd of business professionals. Mon- Thursday nights you will see urban dwellers and cool hipster kids mixed in with working professionals. On the weekends you will see rich OTP dwellers trying hard to fit in but sadly are given awayby their OTP dress code of baggy Sears Dad jeans and Ross dress shirts, with a white t- shirt underneath and square toe shoes.
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Nikki G.
Had a great experience there. The staff were very friendly and knowledgable, and gave good recommendations. I only had small plates but the flank steak with truffle vinaigrette and the charred broccoli were amazing.
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Jonathan S.
Cougar central. Ridiculous. Definitely get the lamb chops. Skip out on the shrimp, the calamari, and the croquettes. The thing that sets this place apart from Eclipse Di Luna is the location. Sitting outside is a nice experience. However, I would avoid the low lounge tables; eating is awkward on those tables. Barcelona is a good place for a group outing. It's not necessarily a good place for a date. It gets loud, and the cougars drink a lot of wine and start yelling crazy things.
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Bonnie C.
Awesome!!! The tapas and the neighborhood are amazing!!! Thank you!
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Melissa I.
This my favorite restaurant in Atlanta and I go to many of them! First of all, when you pull up, valet is easy and friendly. Secondly, when you walk up, you start feeling the ambiance and greeted openly by the hostess and manager. The bar and wine selection is amazing! Great date place and social gathering for any occasion. Highly recommend reservations as it gets packed even on a Wednesday sometimes. The food, delicious! My favorites are the ham Manchego croquets, sheep cheese, meat plate and fig preserve chorizo for starters. The mixed seafood paella is yummy and worth the 45 minute wait, so order it first thing. Sean the hospitality manager really goes out of his way to make a lasting impression and make your special occasion just what it should be and the reason why you dine out. Hands down, best place for tapas! I'm hoping to experience their brunch soon :)
(5)
Ãipan P.
Amazing food, great environment and service :) highly recommended for special evenings.
(5)
Cole O.
Amazing place to meet attractive women. Barcelona has that on lock. As I have visited this Catalan party city on multiple occasions - I was excited when this place was first opening up back in the day. It has stayed true. Tapas are off the hook. Wine list is comprehensive. Doug the bartender is cool as can be. 1/2 Bottles of Wine for Sunday brunches. Do you really want to tell me that isn't the best idea ever for young single people to meet one another. I have even taken my best friends mother to dinner here on a Friday night. This Inman Park hot-spot is my type of place. Ride your bike there - it is right on the Atlanta Beltline.
(5)
Matt N.
Great restaurant! Awesome for treating out of town people and going on a date. Tapas restaurant with great cheeses, hanger steak, and other small plates. Amazing service as well. Will definitely be returning!
(5)
Marcus Z.
After having lived in Atlanta for 2 years now, and after having dined at Barcelona on numerous occasions, I am finally ready to write a review! Although I say ready as if I was waiting. Haha. I just haven't gotten around to it. Barcelona is a great tapas bar/hang out spot located in Inman Park. It's got that great rustic decor and a pretty badass patio. Go for the fireplace on cool nights. It really enhances the experience. The service is...well...mixed. I've experienced phenomenal service. I've experience deplorable service. However, in the past few months, I've noticed an enhancement in the workings of the restaurant. Rumor has it that the former exec chef walked out and now there's a new chef. Since then, things have been running smoothly, food has been consistent, service has been wonderful. And now the food... The thing I love about tapas restaurants is that they allow me to experience many different things at once. I love this Spanish style of eating. Everyone gets to share! Of course, it can get expensive. I adore the hangar steak with the truffle sauce. Lots of yum factor. The mushrooms and goat cheese are creamy and delicious. The anchoïade...salty, briny, fishy, delicious. The charred broccoli is superb. It comes with an anchovy cream sauce that is quite aromatic and flavorful. The beet and walnut salad with blue cheese always pleases my palate. It's sweet, salty and nutty. I love flavor combinations like that. And finally, the dulce de leche crepes. I can't say enough there. Tender crepes, dulce de leche, vanilla ice cream, whipped cream. It's almost too much decadence. Barcelona also had a great wine program. And they make a pretty good sangria. I would love to give Barcelona 5 stars, but I never leave absolutely blown away. It's a great spot, but there's one particular tapas restaurant in Decatur that I find outstanding. Also, the inconsistencies I've encountered sort of hurt their image.
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Shelly G.
The first time I came here I did the family style tapas option with a large group. The food was amazing, but I'll admit the service was a bit off. Our waitress spilled half a bottle of wine on the table (but they did get us a new bottle). Half our party drank wine and the other half didn't, so we agreed that the drinkers would pay an extra $11. I opted out of wine and remember the receipt was correct when I signed it, only to notice later on my bank statement that I had been charged the extra $11. Weird. I called them and they were very nice, took down my credit card info, and told me they would take the charge off. It never was, but oh well. Other than that, every experience since then has been positive. My friends and I love coming here for half off bottles of wine on Sunday's. They have great food, service, music, and a sweet patio. Also their free bread is really good, and they aren't stingy about it.
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Christine P.
I will not be coming here again. I was extremely disappointed with not only the wait staff but with the food. This was my first experience at Barcelona after friends that I came with mentioned their past experienced were good ones. I will start off by saying they were a bit disappointed as well. After not being seated when the majority of my party had arrived, even though we made a reservation days in advance, our waiter came over to take our drink orders. He was very difficult to hear, even though the restaurant was not noisy. We received our drinks in a timely manner, and they were good - I ordered the Summer St. Sling. It seemed pretty simple and not very strong however. We then gave our menu orders - I had the Butternut squash (which was really a salad) and the prime rib. Our food came out timely as well, but I was disappointed in the portion and the fillers used. The woman who brought out the items couldn't tell us what they were either when asked. Others at my table ordered the meatballs, mushrooms/goat cheese, and scallops. There were about 4 small cubes of butternut squash atop arugula and 2 small drops of cheese. I understand it is tapas, but this was even smaller than others I have had and very sub-par. The prime rib was also over-cooked and chewy. The mushroom/goat cheese was much too rich and drenched in sherry I believe. The scallops, ordered by 2 at my table, were the biggest disappointment. They had 5 huge, thick slices of limes on a wooden plate, then a chunk of avocado, and then small bits of scallops. I would not have recognized it as scallop meat based on the presentation. My friend, who had ordered this menu item before, mentioned that last time she ordered this 3 huge scallops were served, not a few tiny chunks. They also hurried us with our food. They asked to take our plates when they were still half full, they took our silverware (I had to ask for an additional set), and the waiter did not check in once. The staff also fell and yelled across the dining area in front of us. I was disappointed when over $35 later, I came out with a still hungry belly and a to-be paid valet ticket. I would not recommend this restaurant.
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Teresa L.
We walked by this restaurant yesterday and found that there is a sign now! It is beside the entry door on a window, but the letters are dark on a dark background. It is nearly impossible to see. There are a lot of words on the awning, but the restaurant name isn't one of them.
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Andrew D.
I enjoy Barcelona, and its crowd. it is a solid go to spot to start a night, or chill out and have a few drinks and small bites. The food is not ground breaking, but is always consistent. I have enjoyed the potatoes bravas, wild salmon, grilled steak, empanadas, chorizo and figs, mixed meat plate, eggplant, ect. Barcelona is a better chain out of Connecticut, think coolest place in town in New Haven, or Stamford. It it in my opinion a little less authentic Spanish fare, as it is cool scene. Scene wise, dining in the bar area, or outside on the terrace is the way to go. I have found the table service to always be quite good. As for the drinks and bartenders, I don't know it just seems like such a shit-show to get a drink or chair at the bar. Then once i order a scotch on the rocks, the pour is rather weak. So that is really my only gripe. That said, I do appreciate that they have a very diverse wine list. Their beer list, though limited, has nice options. My top picks are the Choirzo and figs,eggplant, and empanadas. Although everything seems fairly reasonable in price, tabs do move up fast here. You have been warned!
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Hart P.
One of the best restaurants in Atlanta. Family of 6, so we ordered the chef's choice of tapas, really enjoyed the corn salad tapas and mushrooms. followed up with a 3 person paella, more than enough for all.
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cindy m.
Service is great. Food ok. Pricey. Tapas can add up quickly. Especially if you are hungry!
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Caroline J.
I came here two years ago for my 21st birthday and the food surpassed my expectations! I am a Spanish major and have always wanted to try authentic paella and tapas and was so excited to find this place. A little pricey but for a special occasion or just for drinks and tapas it is well worth it! I want to go back ASAP. :)
(5)
Judith C.
I came here for a friend's 25th birthday party. It was packed, so lucky for us, we had a party reservation for about 10 people. We sat outside and the servers were very helpful in giving us an extra outdoor heater because it was pretty cold! Their tapas are great - I had patatas bravas and chorizo and figs. Just two tapas and I was full! The atmosphere was lively and full of laughter. The restaurant is located near Little Five Points, which doesn't have a lot of parking. I don't know if there is a parking lot or valet available; my friends and I were fortunate enough to snag a street parking spot right in front of the restaurant.
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J D.
From start to finish service was five star. Super friendly to the point where it almost seemed fake, but it was real and sustained and clearly indicated the people working there love to serve. The atmosphere is hip, the lighting perfect, and the vibe sublime. The food was also really good. The potatas bravas were the best, but the crisp cauliflower I devoured with equal interest. I also has the grouper, olives, bread and crepas for dessert. No complaints. Content as can be right now. The price was astonishingly low for such a great all around experience. Coming back often!!
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Courtney M.
TAPAS TAPAS TAPAS. Sangria! Super Service! #DatPatioTho! Not much can be improved when you're already the juicy peach floating at the top of a glass of sangria, if you know what I mean! Barcelona was a great place to meet up with my friend. We indulged in all the right ways: shrimp, hanger steak, patatas, shaved mushroom salad, and a tortilla with delicious pork. Oh, and plentiful sangria. I love that this place has such a fantastic menu - lots of options = lots of reasons to return! I can't wait to come back to Atlanta (and Barcelona)!
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Jade P.
I had been hearing so many good things about this place, so I'm so glad that I finally got to go last night. And it definitely lived up to the hype. The aesthetic is modern, yet comfortable. The outdoor seating along the sidewalk feels just like a European restaurant. The servers are very attentive and knowledgeable. I'm not too familiar with the tapas style of eating, so they guided me and my table through what a traditional Spanish tapas meal looked like. They were also very knowledgeable about their extensive wine list. The Garnacha flight that my friend ordered was delicious, especially the Breca (girl's best friend ;) The food was fantastic. I had the Melon and Pea salad (savory watermelon and cantelope is to die for!), the Hanger Steak (with black truffle vinaigrette!) and the Whipped Sheep's Milk Cheese (YUMMO.) Three tapas plates and a glass of wine and you're good to go! Also, because I became a US Citizen yesterday, the servers treated us to a glass of sparkling wine, which was a nice welcome to the country :) I'll definitely be back!
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D.J. K.
My second time dining here. I made reservations at 8pm, but due to the weather and limited patio seating and reservations backed up we did not get a table until 9:15. To make up for the long wait time they gave us 5 free tapas, pitcher of sangria, paella all on the house. What would have been a $150 tab came out to $50 for our group of 4. We of course tipped generously. I can't justify the food being on par with the prices, but I will say service is top of the line. We had the floor manager and several of the servers come by our table to make sure we were taken care of. Really felt like VIPs especially on such a busy night. 5 stars for service less one star for the less than stellar food. I will comment on the mussels tapa...there was no sauce..usually there is "soup/broth" filled in the bowl of mussels to give it flavoring, but there was barely any and mussels were TINY. Not sure if that was intentional or they were in a rush and just sent the dish out...
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Meenal P.
I was visiting Atlanta for the weekend..and we decided to do a tapas dinner. I couldn't have asked for a better experience! I loved Inman Park and the atmosphere as well as the food at Barcelona! We went quite late to dinner but the crowd was still there. They have a nice patio section for seating; the interior is an awesome area as well. I loved my food as well as the service! Go here if you want a nice time with amazing food!
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Rachel B.
This place has a great atmosphere, amazing tapas, and an extensive wine selection. I wish I could give it five stars... We came around 11:00pm on a Thursday, after reading on Yelp that the restaurant was open until 12:00. When we were seated, we were told that we could only order off of the late night menu and that the bar and kitchen, would be doing last call in 5 minutes. That being said, our waiter was friendly, helpful, and attentive. Even though it was a bit rushed, we enjoyed our meal, until the manager came over to our table and asked us to leave. We finished our food, paid our bill, and were just finishing our wine and waiting for our Uber ride, and the staff was still performing their closing duties. The manager, decided he needed to make a stronger point that he wanted us to leave, so he instructed a waiter who was closing the outside section to leave the door that was directly behind us open, on a night that was 25 degrees outside, in an attempt to freeze us out. When I explained that we were just waiting for our ride he said curtly, "that's fine." Having worked in restaurants myself, I was pretty taken aback by how rude he was. It is really a shame that the delicious food and attention of friendly waiters was completely ruined by the manager, someone who's job it is to uphold a higher standard. That experience turned me off to this restaurant.
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Moosa D.
Food: 4/5 Service: 4/5 Atmosphere: 4/5
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Kevin Q.
Awful. Waiters kept changing and forgot the champagne I requested for my friend's birthday. The first person I spoke to kept telling me to sit down at the bar, which had no empty seats. The tapas were tasty but small and placed at the wrong sides of the table. The entrees were also way too salty. Would not come again.
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Megan K.
This is absolutely one of my favorite joints in Atlanta and definitely my favorite tapas place. The food: I have only done tapas here so I can't speak for the paella, entrees, or mixed grills. There's a huge variety of tapas to choose from so it's hard to pick, but every single one I've ordered is full of flavor. The details are important here and that comes out in the food. My picks: abondigas (meatballs), sweet and sour figs w chorizo, calamari (my all time favorite calamari!!), and the mussels. The mussels are important because of the broth that you absolutely must dip the fresh bread in which brings me to my next topic..... The bread: Everything you order is just a support for this bread. The warm, toasty, wheaty bread is everything. The drinks: I can only speak for sangria but it's excellent! Warning: this is STRONG sangria. 4 of us ordered a pitcher last night and we had a very strong buzz (ok my mother in law was drunk) by the end of the meal! The service: impeccable. Some of the best service I've ever had a resto each and every time I'm there. Attentive, interactive, constant refills and plate clearing, but never over the top. During our first visit, the hospitality manager welcomed us to the city with a few tokens for free tapas. Great food, great people!
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John C.
My wife and I have been going to Barcelona for the last couple years and we love it. It's a great spot for a date night, or just to come for a drink and a bite to eat. Here's why it works for any situation: * They have the best wine list in Atlanta. Even if you aren't a super fan of Spanish wines, they'll find you something you'll love. The have about 100 to choose from. * Best service model. You always have 2 servers working for you so even if they're busy, you won't be waiting very long. And they're all funny and laid back. * Great people. We met the manager, Sean, during a busy night at the restaurant, and he's always made us feel welcome each time we've been back. * Options. You can spend a lot or a little, and either way you'll feel satisfied. They have tons of tapas - for 1 or 2 people, veggie or meat, etc. - so you can taylor the meal to your evening. Barcelona is one of our favorite restaurants in the city and we'll be back soon. If you want a good meal at a beautifully-designed, well-managed spot, this is it.
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Kim P.
While visiting Atlanta we decided to try Barcelona Atlanta and were not disappointed. Tapas Ordered: Patatas Bravas Croquettes Gambas as Aijillo Grilled Hanger Steak Albondigas Spicy Beef Empanadas Crispy Calamari Chicken Milanese Duck Also ordered the mariscos paella for two which was huge. The tapas were really good. I loved every one of them with the exception of the duck. Duck wasn't bad, just not great compared to all of the other tapas. Paella was also just ok in my opinion. However, I could rave on and on about the other tapas we ate. They have an extensive wine list which inc. a green wine which we ordered (first tried it in Portugal). Service was prompt and attentive. Atmosphere was really lively, esp. for a Sunday night. Chic decor. Would highly recommend.
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Leah B.
So, really this place is like a 4.5, but some extras bumped it up for me. The service is fantastic, the sangria is some kind of delicious. We had: 1.) Manchego, Jamon Iberico, y jamon serrano to start: 5 friggin stars. They make amazing pigs in Spain. 2. ) Manchego & jamon croquettes. Don't judge me. I like Spanish pigs. I just said it. 5 stars. 3.) Corn salad. My husband loved it, but it wasn't to my taste, 5 stars from him, 3 from me...let's call it 4 stars 4.) Gambas al ajilo. Delicious shrimp in butter. I mean, 5 stars, obviously. 5.) Patatas bravas. 5 stars from me, 3 from the hubs, but I'm writing this and this is like my favorite food ever, so 5 stars. 6.) Hangar steak. I did not like this at all. It was so beautifully cooked, but that sauce wasn't doing anything for me. 3 stars from me, 5 from the hubs. 4 stars. 7.) ALBONDIGAS, which is my favorite word ever. Too Italian tasting for me and didn't fit in at all with our other picks. 2 starts from me, 5 from the hubs. so like 3 stars
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Castell T.
Food was really good. However, there was a big BUT! Even we had a reservation they made us wait more than 1hour!!!! And the worst part, is that went we got there no one told us It would take a while! THEY JUST SAID" it is going to be a minute" we asked like 3 times for our table and the guy at the front desk told us the same.... And we were not the only ones, most of the people who was there had a reservation and they waited between 45 minutes to 1:30hours!!! They should not make reservations that the ones they can really take! That is a shame!!!
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Adriana P.
Been to Barcelona twice and both times have been amazing! This past Monday we enjoyed some Inman Park Restaurant week specials and half-priced bottles (which is a usual Monday deal). The wine list is very extensive and can be overwhelming even for a wine aficionado like me, but the servers are always very helpful. Our server, Joseph, made some excellent resiling recommendations! Some of the must-try tapas are the patatas bravas, the herb and mushroom goat cheese, and the beef empanadas. I have heard great things about their Sunday brunch, so think I'm going to try that next :)
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Jenna S.
This is one of my favorite spots around Atlanta. I come here often to sit on the patio, drink lots of good wine and nosh on tasty bites. Service is good, food is delicious and wine is yummy. I especially love the fact that wines are available in "taste" size, which is basically a half glass. So, I can sample several wines and still be standing. Great spot!!
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Lalan S.
I live in Ct and have been addicted to them since their first one ( or one of their first ones) in SoNo, CT. The ATL one definitely keeps up and does better. Took some of my staff from work there who are also good friends - lots of great attention from the manager and the waitress. Food was wonderful - I can honestly say there is nothing I have had on their menu that you shouldn't have. They change their menu seasonally, and the concept of tapas makes it fun to try new things every time you go back. If you haven't been go soon and get hooked
(5)
Kelsey F.
Oh my. Yelp readers, I hope you can learn from my mistakes in life. I waited over TWO years to go to Barcelona and man oh man do I regret it. I finally went with a friend on a recent Monday night and I get giddy every time I think about returning. The service, the food, the wine and the atmosphere are without compare. Barcelona is a pretty popular restaurant so most nights you will probably need a reservation. My friend and I went around 8 on a Monday night and we got two prime seats at the bar. As soon as we sat down, our dear bar tender, server, and new best friend for life poured us a sample of Spanish wine and introduced us to the lovely couple sitting to our left. We took our time and eventually ordered some wine and 2 tapas - mushrooms with goat cheese and an eggplant dish. My friend is vegetarian and they have a vast menu with plenty of meat-free options. While we were waiting for our food, the bar tender brought us a free sample of calamari. It was seriously some of the best I have ever had. When our food came out, we accidentally received potatoes instead of eggplant. Our server recognized the error and let us keep the potatoes while he had the kitchen whip up our eggplant. They were so apologetic about the mix up and the potatoes were cooked in a delicious spice and covered with a creamy, flavorful sauce so we were pretty pumped about it. It also happened to be my friends birthday, so once again our favorite server brought us a complimentary warm chocolate cake with ice cream on top for dessert. I really don't think our meal could have been any better. I personally love small plates of food. I've found some guys are a little opposed to or weirded out by this sort of dinning, but Barcelona is so good that it may change their opinion of tapas. They also do paellas for those looking for a larger meal. The atmosphere makes me feel like I'm in some swanky big city restaurant. I'm probably not really cool enough to hang out here on the regular, but it's fun to pretend. The space is generally pretty dark with an open kitchen, interesting art pieces on the walls and a wrap around porch for summer brunching. Sitting at the bar is fun because the staff are so friendly and the people around you are chatty and charming. Parking is available on the street, valet or there are a few free 2 hour spots in the deck next door. If you are looking for an amazing deal, stop in on Sunday for half prices bottles of wine. If you are looking for an amazing experience, stop in any day or night for a perfect dining adventure rich with incredible food, plenty of wine and splendid company.
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Michelle S.
I didn't give it 5 stars only because the service was a bit slow and it was just 12:30. Maybe it was just a scheduling issue with staff. Otherwise this is a place you would want to bookmark. The Tapas were all delicious ... Spanish olives, Jamon Serrano, Chorizo + Sweet-Sour Figs, Grilled Hanger Steak.
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David G.
The service was great. Sarah and Rian did an excellent job with our large party. My favorite tapas: Foi Gras, Chorizo with Sweet/Sour Figs, and Jamon Serrano. For dessert, the Flan was my favorite. I will definitely be back. The only recommendation I could make would be in regards to the valet. I drove by and no one was out there. Luckily I found a spot right in front. Another member of my party had a similar experience.
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Stephanie F.
You really can't go wrong with Barcelona. The food, atmosphere, and service are fantastic. That said, if you have Celiac or are allergic to gluten, be VERY careful when eating here. I learned my lesson the hard way. I got "glutened" last night and don't feel so great today. Generally speaking, the servers and staff are extremely knowledgeable about which menu items contain gluten and can advise you accordingly. And, the menu is actually pretty gluten-free friendly. Most of the items don't have gluten in them. The problem is with the MENU itself. It doesn't tell you EVERYTHING that a dish has in it. In this case, it was the Chicken Milanese. It was lightly breaded but there was no mention of bread on the menu. We had two servers. I told the first one I was allergic to gluten but failed to mention it to the second one so when we ordered this dish, he didn't warn me because he didn't know he needed to. Not his fault. Anyway, I ended up eating some because at first, it wasn't obvious that it was breaded. I realized it after I had ingested it unfortunately. I will now be sick for several days... :( The servers' response to this mishap was flawless, however. They apologized, of course. They didn't charge us for that menu item and promised to improve their communication when a person with a gluten allergy comes in. That's the best I can hope for, really. And, I should have been more vigilant, too. My unfortunate incident aside, Barcelona is really a great place. The menu changes frequently (daily I think?) but you can't go wrong with any of their steak tapas plates. They are always good. The service is some of the best in Atlanta. I've been here several times and everyone is extremely nice, helpful, and understanding (about my food allergy). The only reason I'm giving it 4 stars instead of 5 is because they really do need to fix their menu so that all ingredients (especially BREADING!!!!) are listed in the description of a dish. A completely separate, gluten-free menu would be even better.
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Fatina B.
Dined here yet another time. Still very impressed with the food and their wine selections. A tip though, is to arrive early and preferably not on a Saturday. The place was so full and loud especially near the bar area. Make sure to get a reservation, it definitely helped us being seated on time.
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E H.
I will start by saying - the brunch was very good; however - today the service was very disappointing. The restaurant was less than 1/2 occupied, yet we waited for over 20 minutes to be acknowledged with simple glasses of water. Then another 20 minutes for a waiter to come and take our drink order. When we were finally served, again the brunch was very good - but we were so vexed by the service, it impacted our overall experience. Thanks to the manager for making our meal complimentary, very nice touch!
(4)
James B.
We had a group of 6 guys at Barcelona last night to celebrate a friend's engagement. We had a reservation for 8 pm and the place was packed. We checked with the host at 8:10 and were told that our table was being setup. We waited patiently at the front door for 20 minutes before making our way back through the crowd to check on the status of the setup. We were now told that the prior occupants of our table had not yet finished. So, why did he tell us the table was being setup 20 minutes prior? Had he told us initially that - despite our reservation - we were going to have to wait, we would have gone to the bar area and started our evening rather than standing in the front doorway getting bumped into for 20 minutes. We then moved to the bar where we waited for another 30 minutes. At 8:50 we were escorted to our table. It was a 4-top table in the bar area with 2 extra chairs stuck on the ends. There was barley room for the 6 plates on the table - much less the tapas dishes we planned to order. We are 6 large guys (two over 6'4") and could not begin to fit at the table. Finally the manager came over and said that he would find us a table that fit 6 people and that he would provide a bottle of wine for our trouble. Shortly after 9, we were seated at a table for 6. The bottle of wine never came, but I was tired of complaining at that point. A very disappointing experience.
(1)
Eric M.
Came here with some friends to celebrate a friend's birthday on a Thursday night. Place was packed. Front door a bit of a mess when busy. We were with a large party (9), and of course we were obligated to stand by the bar, all jammed together, like the penguins in Antarctica on that Planet Earth documentary - until the very last person arrived. This is a very cool, and delightfully pretentious place. ("Pinot grigio? We don't have that, but we have something like it.") In a group with a bunch of couples felt comfortable though, not a cheesy singles scene. Definitely some people attempting to be noticed at the bar. Dinner was fantastic. Food was amazing. Favorites at our table were the meatballs, beef tongue, chicken/ham croquettes. Service was prompt and attentive, with good wine recommendations. Grabbing the check for a big group was fast, no complaints about splitting. Easy four stars, and the best tapas I've had in Atlanta. Definitely a good place to come with a large group of friends. Some say this might not be a good date place because it's loud, but sometimes that can be fun. I'd say give it a shot regardless.
(4)
Robert B.
I love Barcelona. It is literally one of my favorite restaurants in Atlanta. My only update is to note that the Hangar Steak with Truffle Oil has been replaced with Sirloin -- just a guess. The cut of meat significantly improves the quality of the food. Everything else was perfection: The patatas bravas, cheese selection, ambiance, waitstaff. This is a food experience done well. Very, very well.
(5)
M' N.
I've been back to Barcelona a couple of times after my first review and the food still sucks. That is after being there the week it opened and many times in between up until the present and trying everything from the paella to the beets to the meatballs to the nasty thing w the cheese melted on the bread. Crazily, it is always busy---typical Atlanta. From now on, I'm sticking with alcohol and the cheese plate.
(3)
Charlotte K.
We got there early which I think is key if you don't want to wait. Our server was able to recommend is a really delicious wine that was under $40. I really appreciated that just because we asked for a recommendation the server didn't take that as an excuse to gouge us with the most expensive option. I love their various meats and cheese options, LOVED the tuna, the shrimp was really over cooked and a little gross, I didn't like the sauce with it either. Loved the beef empanadas. I will say (and I saw this on Other reviews so it must be an issue) that our glasses were filthy, I took a glass off another table and it was filthy too. I didn't feel like the food was over priced, but be ready to spend money, especially if you're drinking, because you need two or three plates a person if you want to feel satisfied. OH! I almost forgot the bread. I would make babies with that bread!!!!! It's FANTASTIC
(4)
Min Y.
It's alright. The feel of the restaurant is pretty nice. It definitely goes for a hip feel, and I have to admit it's not overly douchey. There's an outside patio where it seems more family-style tapas eating, which I'd like to try sometime. But alas, we didn't know that was an option. Overall, the place is very crowded on weekend nights with people on dates/group nights out. Dress is not enforced by any means, but people seemed to dress up pretty nicely. Crowd skews slightly older, i'd say a late 20s - early 40s crowd. I highly recommend making a reservation before coming here. There seemed to be a line of people who were waiting for a table, whereas we were seated within 2 minutes after having made a reservation. Food was... meh. The charcuterie was excellent, as was the cheese selection. But those were the highlights. We tried multiple tapas, including several "a la plancha", and none were good. Very disappointing. I see this place potentially useful for drinks and meeting up with a group of friends. Not ideal for a date night, it's way too loud.
(3)
Chef Christian C.
Love the live jazz band...,hospitality is on point .! Love the warm atmosphere! The best paella and flan ! All the tapas are really good my fav octopus which is always sold out :)
(5)
Stephen O.
Consistently excellent service and food. A great variety of tapas, size to tastes. Along with quite an extensive wine list. Always a solid recommendation. Come in every Monday night for half off wine!!! Can't beat it :)
(5)
Mariel J.
I went to Barcelona on a Saturday morning with two friends. I'd heard good things about Barcelona. So between that and the open spots on the patio, it seemed like the perfect place. And we weren't disappointed. We mostly ordered from the brunch menu (starting with a bloody mary for me and mimosas for my friends), but also got a few Spanish tapas classics (including a tortilla and some pan con tomate). Some of the best brunch tapas: mushrooms with herbed goat cheese, whipped sheep's milk cheese with pistachios and pimenton, and the eggplant caponata with basil, parsley, and chili. They also let us order the scrambled eggs with manchego off the kids menu (only $4!). All of the food barely fit on the table, but somehow we managed to finish it all, which is really the best review.
(4)
Helen A.
They have a pretty good selection of wines. And the food is fantastic. We had a party of 7 and several people had dietary limitations, they were able to meet all the requirements. We loved everything we had. Also there is complementary valet parking in a garage around the corner.
(5)
Lisa W.
An awesome place that allows dogs on the patio...yay! For that reason alone I think this place rocks but combine that with an amazing wine selection this place is a winner in my eyes. The staff are incredibly knowledgeable about the drinks and more than happy to bring you wines to taste before you commit to the full glass or bottle. The food is good for grazing and compliments hanging out on a nice afternoon enjoying a nice beverage or two or maybe three :)
(4)
Anita K.
Great food, wine list, and atmosphere...only complaint would be that every time I've had a reservation I've still had to wait a minimum of 30 minutes.
(4)
Jason T.
Great space and friendly staff. Wine list is impressive, and by-the-glass offerings is respectable. Would like to see more b-t-g choices. Not a fan of the "all you can eat" tapas. Too many high starch/potato plates to fill you up before the meat dishes come out.
(2)
Valerie S.
This restaurant is amazing. We had a great meal while on vacation from Chicago. The service is excellent. We loved being able to eat outdoors (not often possible in the north). We would definitely come back if we are in town again.
(5)
Dan S.
Read previous reviews about this place. Had a reservation, went in and was sat right way. Staff on the way to our table was very friendly getting us as we walked. Service was really good with everyone we encountered. Food was excellent. Felt like a really good value. Valet parking was easy. Go try this place i out !
Wonderful date night restaurant for wine and a small plate. The first time I went was during the winter season, and surprisingly could sit comfortably outside under their heaters and complimentary blanket. Very cute. Hope to go check it out during these warmer months.
(5)
Jason S.
What can I say, typical Atlanta... Great atmosphere and terrible food. The hanger steak was acceptable, the mussels were anemic and the calamari was oddly cut and blah. The draught selection was full of terrible local beers like even Todd and 420. It's sad when you can travel up Highland and find better beer, portions and food at Noche. The location and build out I'd the only attraction here.
(1)
Alex M.
We ate at Barcelona on Saturday. I had had lunch there several times, and had very good experiences, but this was the first time I was there for dinner. The food was fantastic, as always, but the service was such a complete and total failure that I am not sure I will go back. I want to say that there was 'something very wrong' with the front of house that night- it can't always be so bad, or the restaurant would not still be open. Again, though, the food is outstanding. ** (I've added another star based on the general manager's response to my comments. I hope to have a much better experience next time we visit.)
(3)
James K.
Exquisite Tapas, marvelous atmosphere, first-class service, and competitively priced. I highly recommend for couples, small group of friends, and casual first-dates. The Inman Park location is also a nice plus.
(4)
Rocio H.
I am finally writing a review for Barcelona even though I have not visited the establishment in over 4 months. I have been hesitant to write a review because I am completely biased of this place. My brother has worked here for over a year and at first I didn't want to believe the ATL would have great tapas. However, every time I have been to Barcelona the service has been great. The quality of the food is undeniably tasty . According to my family... the seafood, meat, and wine selections are top quality. (I don't eat seafood/meat or drink) My entire family loves this place and it's a nice place to bring tourist. As a veggie eater I appreciate this place a lot because the veggie plates are always flavorful.
(5)
D D.
Wine and Tapas place in Inman Park. Great patio with open air seating inside dring nice weather. Sunday's offer 1/2 off bottles of wine and less of a crowd so always fun. The usually have a DJ spinning some electronica but unfortch they go on late on Sunday's and that's a school night for me! Most of the veggie tapas are good (charred broccoli and garlicky spinach and garbanzo beans), empanadas as well. I take all my friends from out of town here and they absolutely love it!
(5)
Carla M.
The place is beautiful and comfortable. Parking can be tricky since theres construction on site. Service by the waiters- Good can be better. Perhaps asking are we celebrating anything special tonite? Food- Meh the only good tapa was the hanger steak... dessert selection very blend nothing interesting. Ordered the crepas and came out cold. You can go to another restaurant not worth my money. Cocktails- bourbon one cant remember the name It was my surprise birthday dinner, my boyfriend had mentioned to hostess. I guess it was never communicated to the waiters. Need to work on communication and food. Not sure If Ill be back... on to the next one
(2)
Felicia B.
I think most people come here for the environment; the outdoor patio holds a certain trendy appeal. Came here on a Sunday evening and the place was packed. There is a great selection of tapas and wine which is a winning combination. We had the hummus, roasted eggplant, calamari, brussel sprouts, ceviche and a few other items. Everything was tasty but the calamari was a bit too fried in my opinion. Our server was in la-la land for a little while but the manager personally came over to the table to check on us which was really great. I can not remember the managers name but he was a stylish and gregarious fellow who will ensure your satisfaction.
(4)
VA High R.
Fantastic place. From the staff to the food, it is one of our favorite places in Atlanta. To be fair, I am a huge fan of the tapas format. If you don't like one thing, you can always order another without breaking the bank. Our favorite waiter ever worked here and I recommend you let your server know about what you like and ask for recommendations. They have never steered us wrong. Specialty cocktails are very well constructed. While it is not cheap, it is very reasonably priced and a fantastic value.
(5)
Chris N.
This is in my new "at work" neighborhood that I stay in when traveling in Atlanta and I had walked by several times wanting to try, but knew it would be best for a group for the first time. Glad I waited! We showed up on a Wednesday night around 7 and there was already a good crowd. It was a nice night and an outside table would've required a longer wait so inside it is. The manager introduced himself, very professional and quite impressed with all the staff there. We shared the chef's choice Tapas (6 random plates, and every one of them was good! Ranged from a beets with goat cheese to slices of steak). The paella for three was more than enough to feed all five of us with food left over. Excellent Rioja selection (I've become quite the snob after a few visits to Spain this year) and the churro's dipped with chocolate sauce was a great way to finish the night! Five of us, plus drinks and we escaped for under $250 (including tax & tip) which considering the bottles of wine, I think was an excellent value. Can't wait to go back!
(4)
Jordan S.
I've had a variety of experiences at Barcelona, but the last couple times are why there are 2 stars, (added a star for decent experiences previously). Great space- absolutely beautiful- and even better for people watching. The best. I've enjoyed tapas and the great wine and drink selection as well, and found the service extremely friendly and helpful. The deciding experience was related to a bartender and management- as a relevant aside, I actually had a friend who worked there before moving, and he thoroughly enjoyed being there. Per usual, we started at the bar with drinks while we waited for a friend to arrive. Chatted a bit with the bartender, said we were waiting on a friend and would be drinking here first. We get the drinks- took a while, I'll add, but it gets busy there, so no big deal. Perhaps he misunderstood what we were doing, but gave us the bill, which we shrugged and paid, but didn't tip on the bill, as we were staying right in front of him and intended to tip in cash. He collects it, looks, and immediately starts visibly acting upset, throwing hands up, shaking head and acting altogether exasperated. Then our friend, who works there and is meeting us, walks in, as all this is still going on. Another bartender comes over to us to chat as the other has apparently passive-aggressively given up on us, and we finish up at the bar- leaving appropriate tips for both bartenders. At this point, we decided to choose another location to continue the evening, and as we were leaving, one of the managers approached our friend, who I remind you worked there, pulled him aside, and asked him if his friends had tipped because so and so bartender was having a fit about it. The guy may have misunderstood our actions, but his response is still entirely unprofessional and inappropriate, especially for a establishment with the reputation of Barcelona. What makes it worse, in my opinion, is the apparent validation the guy receives from management when he throws a tantrum. The fact that behavior is considered appropriate by management tells me there is a bigger problem going on inside than childishness, so we won't be back! Still a great menu and beautiful place, so enjoy!
(2)
Lauren M.
Every time I come, I have a great experience. It's not only great tapas, but amazing service. Servers are observant and pay attention-so much so that one overheard my sister say it was "not the best birthday" (we don't like to tell servers it's a birthday night) but our waitress brought out a complimentary bottle of champagne and said, "You could use something to make your birthday a little happier!" She did this without us telling her it was my sisters birthday, she just did it because that's how awesome servers are at Barcelona. On the negative, it can get crowded, however the servers never let that affect their quality of service. To sum it up, you need to go on a friday, saturday or sunday and take fiends from out of town here! (Make reservations on weekend nights)
(5)
Jonathan R.
Great place. I was in Atlanta for work this week and was told that I had to try Barcelona. It totally lived up to the hype. Super busy even on a Tuesday night - I definitely recommend making a reservation. I'm not a big wine guy, but the selection was fantastic. The food was also better than any Tapas restaurant I've ever been to. Steak and shrimp were out of this world. The service was great. I was with a regular which likely helped, but was extremely impressed at the quality of service. Overall, I couldn't have asked for a better experience. I found out that there is a Barcelona restaurant in DC and cannot wait to go!
(5)
Greg B.
Great food, friendly staff. Sangria was delicious. Fun outdoor seating area. Valet parking. Not great for kids as it gets pretty crowded on weekends but great for adults.
(4)
Victoria J.
New Favorite spot! Everything was absolutely fabulous and my birthday celebration ended up being phenomenal. Impeccable customer service from all of the staff. I made a reservation for a party of 10, however upon my arrival i found out that someone had wrote down party of 2. Brad immediately said don't worry about it and he would take care of it, and that he did. We ended up with a table outside and bottle of champagne to toast the birthday girl. Thank you Barcelona Wine Bar!
(5)
Nina K.
Barcelona is a great place to take a date or go with friends. There are lots of delicious dishes to share and definitely something for any palette: There were lovely meatless dishes (I recommend the cabbage dish, shishito peppers and chickpea salad) as well as excellent hanger steak or the light chorizo dish. I've eaten here twice and everything I've tried has been great. The staff really know their wines as well. I would definitely recommend this place. On a weekend, be prepared to wait.
(5)
Stefanie W.
I went last night and I never write these but I have to because it was such an amazing night I cannot believe how awesome our waiter was! I I had checked on yelp before I went here and saw that most of the restaurants in the area had high reviews so I figured it was going to be good but I couldn't believe how awesome it really was. Let's start with the fact that it was really busy even though it was about 1030 ish and most of the other establishments were closed right next-door. There was not a host around so i wasnt sure if it was seat yourself or not but a guy came up and I think was a manager and said that we might find a seat at the bar. The bartender was super friendly and gave us the menu then my friend said to me really loud "I am broke!" So FUCKING EMBARRASSING. this place looks super fancy and all the bartender was so down-to-earth and just laughed and started casually talking to us. Later somebody brought a plate that we didn't order.I was really confused but the bartender gave us two free plates of tapas I couldn't believe it! He was awesome and he only charged me for one of the things I ordered and didn't even charge for my soda. I'm not sure if he's allowed to do that but I totally know that the place got more service because of it I'm totally coming back! Wardrobe-Me and my friend were both in jeans and sandals and thought that maybe we were under dressed but it seemed like a good mix of customers between business types that just got off work and very casual.
(5)
Heather H.
The food was good, but that's where it ends. This was my first experience here and probably my last. It was a friends birthday so a group of us (13 or so) decided to make reservations. The GOOD: Everything started out fine our table was great and our server seemed to know what he was doing, he recommended the party menu for $35 a person. It was a great deal, the server picks an array of tapas and just brings it out. He did a very good job at timing the food so that there was always something on the table, and made very good selections for us. They gave a free bottle of champagne. The BAD: It took forever to get drinks! Were are a boozy group and we were celebrating, but it was so slow that several of us were only able to get one drink each! (big loss in sales on their part). Then comes the check. Food was on one check, drinks on another. No biggie we are all service industry people so we just through in our cards and cash thinking it shouldn't be that hard since everyone was being charged the same amount, but realizing it might still take a minute. We waited patiently, but after about 25 or more minutes we got impatient and were all ready to leave to continue our celebrating since we were not able to there and had already been there for almost 3 hours. The REALLY BAD: One of my dining companions cards gets declined. He is shocked and calls his bank to see what is going on. Apparently they ran his card so many times and for such a high amount that the bank thought it was fraud and froze his card which he was unable to use for the rest of the night. I got suspicion and checked my own account and to my dismay had been charged three times $270 then $70 and then finally the correct amount of $35 the same that happened to my friend. Granted the charges were reversed by the restaurant, but the way banks work you still have them listed as pending and the money is held in your account. I do realize that mistakes happen, but that was big mistake! They should have made us aware of this before we left instead of having to find out the hard way especially for my friend whose card had been frozen!!
(2)
Taylor A.
Spanish people would pronounce this place "Barthelona", which I will find hilarious forever. Anyways... I have a few friends that are obsessed with coming here on Fridays for happy hour and with good reason. If you're a dressy professional that likes a beautiful and educated crowd along with great drinks and service, you'll love become obsessed with Barcelona too. The bartenders are friendly and will know your name after just a few times coming here. You won't have to fight to the bar to get drinks most of the time. They'll spot you out and hook you up. I did eat here one time and we ordered half the menu. You'll be happy with the food you get. It's not simply a place with a great bar scene. Their food is legit too. It's the kind of place you'll wish was across the street from there you live.
(4)
D E.
I am writing this review from the restaurant. I am completely in awe by the absolutely wonderful service that we are receiving. This is customer service at its best. Thank you!
(4)
Gail G.
Did wine tasting here with a group of four last night and it was one of the best restaurant experiences I've ever had. Katie is a wealth of knowledge both on food and wine plus she has a great personality. The food was incredible as it always is with this restaurant. The service was great and attentive and the wine was all paired perfectly. I wish I could do this on a monthly basis. Truly a fantastic experience and dinner. This restaurant is not to be skipped.
(5)
Nisha G.
Finally got a chance to dine at Barcelona this week for a work meeting. We got there by 6pm and got seated outside because the weather was just perfect and Inman Park always provides great people watching! Being familiar with tapas style, we began ordering immediately, starting off with a charcuterie that was so delicious! The manchego and jamon were exceptional! We also enjoyed a variety of cocktails. I personally loved the spicy dahlia drink (can't remember exact name), but the jalapeno tequila was refreshing and had a great kick. One of my guests ordered pig ears, which he made all of us try and we all felt like we were chewing on unsalted fritos, so definitely stay away from that, but all the other tapas from empanadas, albondigas, hangar steak, croquettes, gambas and the patatas were excellent. We decided to order dessert for the table and had the crepes, churros and chocolate hazelnut cake and hands down the churros one. The chocolate sauce had some heat and it was a perfect balance with the sugary cinnamon taste of the churros. Overall we had a great time and the ambience was perfect. I will be back!
(5)
Andrew A.
This place is unreal. Not only is there a great ambiance, but the food and drinks are incredible. Harold, our server, recommended everything from the hot dahlia cocktail to the whole redfish which were both perfect. Definitely going to be a regular spot for us from here on out.
(5)
Karen P.
We stopped for a drink on Saturday afternoon and enjoyed it so much that we showed up again for brunch on Sunday afternoon. Both times that we visited, we had excellent service. The first time, we decided to get a bottle of wine from the extensive Spanish wine list. We narrowed it down to Rioja tempranillo and the bartended offered to let us try all 4 that were on the menu in order to decide which one we would like - great idea! We picked one, a crianza, which was great ... and the price was reasonable! We arrived for brunch at noon on Sunday - 30 minutes before alcohol can be served in Atlanta (what's up with that?!). I had the burger while the other folks stuck to breakfast fare. The burger was excellent - big, juicy and tasty. Fries were good but not as crispy as I would have liked. I can't wait for the Barcelona in DC to open (planned for October)! We met a number of the folks that will be opening the DC restaurant including the new manager.
(4)
Molly M.
I adore the atmosphere! This used to be my all time favorite, but the food quality consistency had taken a nose dive. The wine list is excellent. Choices are limited if you avoid pork.
(3)
Danielle C.
Why not 5 stars? The only reason I am to giving this experience 3 stars is because of the reservation process. I made a reservation for 14 people... no problem! I show up on a Monday night (half of bottle night which I did not know about) 10 mins early. I was told by the host that I could not be seated until my entire party of there. I was not told this in my original reservation call but I said okay, I will wait. The bar was full so I waited outside; about 30 mins later, 2/3 of my party had arrived; I go back in to let the host know that the other 2 people are on their way but it was hot so we wondering if we could be seated; he rudely told me that the reservation was only held for 10 mins after the time and that they were now breaking up our table and that the whole party had to be present. Well, in true Atlanta fashion, they got stuck behind a wreck on 285... so we waited... and waited. Patrons passed us and joked how they had finished their meal and we were still waiting. No one came outside to check on us, I had to keep going in and asking if we could be seated; I finally got another host who then decided to put us in for a table; The place is now packed and we have to wait once again.. we heard excuses from they are cleaning the table now to we are waiting on a party to vacate a table big enough for us. We were seated after WAITING for 2 HOURS with no apology from the host (who seemed like the shift manager). We would have left but nowhere else was open on a Monday night at 9:25pm in the area. The redeeming quality? I told our waitress what had happened and within 10 minutes, we had 5 appetizers on the table for our wait. That being said, for large groups they offer an $35 menu where each person pays 35 and you get unlimited tapas from the menu. EVERYTHING was AH-MAZING. The food and service from our waitress was so amazing I would go back. Just next time I wish I would have been told of this reservation policy and the host could have been kinder and maybe even apologized.
(3)
K L J.
Wife Jackie and friends Vitali and Paula and I enjoyed a great evening here. Kind of loud, but after a settling-in period, it was easy to communicate, and the boisterous bistro atmosphere added to the enjoyment. Service was great, with the staff effortlessly and apparently happily backstopping each other the entire time we were there. And my theory about tapas (spending more generally means adding interesting taste "notes") was clearly validated here. Albondigas - OK, have had better, but very competent. Lamb chops - excellent, but pricey. Kale - who knew kale could be crispy, delicate and this wonderful? Get this. Chorizo with figs - O M G, one of the stars. GET THIS. Hanger steak - good, but I didn't find it as wonderful as other posters. Beef tongue - excellent, paired with green beans. This will make you puzzle about why Americans don't eat beef tongue all the time. Broccoli - good, but skimpy for the dollar spent. Quail - Teeny, expensive, but GET THIS. Lightly smoky, tender, perfectly done, with absolutely amazing spices. WOW. Chocolate Indulgence dessert - nah. Save yourself for Dairy Queen. Lots of good food, lots of fun, lots of yakking, lots of everything. Oh - a little hard to figure out where the restaurant is. I didn't see the word "Barcelona" anywhere on the street except for in the small valet parking sign. Valet parking is free, suggest a $3 - 5 tip. Nice, apparently conscientious people working the lot. Go there. With friends. (Make reservations early, even a couple of days early!)
(4)
Julie C.
Remarkably great service for as busy as they are--and the food is all HOT and very tasty. We found that everything needed a little salt--but that was okay. The big loaf of french bread was almost too hot to handle. The Red sangria with small green apple nuggets was just right--not too sweet or laden with mushy berries. We foolishly ordered the meat plate at the end--my suggestion is to START with this if you have hungry men with you and then get order more tapas. We had the cabbage, zucchini, jamon & cheese, fried green tomatoes (only thing we ordered that lacked depth and flavor), hanger steak (with a delish sauce that had a hint of truffle oil in it), corn off the cob, potato gratin (so so on flavor--I'd add bacon or top with cilantro or green onions to liven up that dish), and oysters. It was a lot of food for five diners, but we enjoyed every bite and will be heating up items from the meat plate for lunch!
(5)
Abhi K.
We did the 6 tapas for $48 deal. Our server was really nice and let us pretty much pick the tapas we wanted, even though it was supposed to be chef's choice. We picked the lamb chops and the hangar steak (the two expensive items on the menu...not by accident!). Between those two, I actually recommend the hangar steak far more than the lamb chops. Not that the lamb chops were bad, they just weren't worth the list price of $14. We also had the chicken croquettes (GREAT), chorizo and figs (GREAT), mushrooms and goat cheese (OK, not spectacular), and grilled broccoli (probably included to balance out all of the more expensive items on our list). It happened to be a Sunday, which is half-price wine. Everything was very good. We spent about $30-$40/pp (can't remember exactly), but I think for the amount of food and a bottle of wine, it was totally worth it. Also, it is worth nothing that all the servers who came by our table were very attentive with water, taking our orders, bring a bowl of water for the dog, making conversation, etc. It was a great experience.
(4)
Adrienne B.
This place took me back to our honeymoon! I really liked their plates and the options they had. A lot of them were very much like the "real thing". I will say their Cava is the bet in town. I hate that we're moving to Charlotte because I will miss this place.
(5)
Rick F.
I struggled with giving 5 stars! Usually when I visit a chain restaurant it loses a star right off the bat! I had to revaluate my system, great time with great friends, great atmosphere, great service, great decor, great wine. Overall one of my better more entertaining restaurants in ATL. I've been twice so here goes the review! Sunday-half price bottles of wine, awesome! Pig roast ordered by the person 1, 2,3 etc.... Seafood Paella was excellent! Oxtail, flank steak, shrimp, ceviche, pumpkin and ham and cheese croquettes all amazing! Thursday-Seafood Paella, flank steak, cauliflower, brussel sprouts, ceviche. The manager was great brought over as selection of Spain's famous jamon, salumi's on the house, martini's, Rioja, and Sangria. It doesn't get any better than this!
(5)
R B.
Great selection of tapas. I had dessert, crepas. Delicious! Vibrant crowd. Courteous staff. Late hours. Our server was Jeff. Excellent!
(4)
Joanne B.
Absolutely always on! The best place to hit Atlanta, I would anticipate one day off after the dozen times I have gone but never! It gets a five and if you haven't been go go go!
(5)
Pratik S.
We went to Barcelona to celebrate a friend's birthday with a group of 8 people. The restaurant looks amazing on the inside and out. There is a fire place on the outdoor patio and the bar is very nice. I am normally not a fan of "trendy / see and be seen" types of places...but I really liked the atmosphere here. They offer complementary tapas while you wait for your table, which was great since we had to wait for over an hour past our reservation time to be seated. They seemed really busy and the hostess apologized several times for out wait. The manager immediately came to our table as soon as we were seated to apologize and offer complementary drinks for the wait. He also offered a set price dinner of $25 that included an unlimited amount of their most popular tapas, and for $35 it would include cured meats and cheeses. This was great as the menu is pretty big and we didn't have to decide what we wanted. We also told him we had a vegetarian in the group and they said they would bring out plenty of options for her. I can't remember everything that was brought to the table, but there was not one item I disliked. I do remember liking the chorizo and figs, empanadas, meatballs in tomato sauce, hanger steak, Brussels sprouts, and the chickpea puree. The service was great and they kept bringing out more and more food...although I think this was to compensate for the long wait we had. I normally not a huge fan of tapas restaurants as I don't get enough to eat and think the portion sizes are too small, but this was not the case at all. We also tried several of the wines the waiter recommended and they were great. I really liked Barcelona and can't wait to come back, although I will probably come back on a weeknight to avoid the crowds. I would have given 4 stars but we did have to wait for over an hour past our reservation for our table and service at the bar was very slow.
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Steve L.
Service, 6 stars Food, 5 stars Atmosphere, 5 stars Filled with beautiful people, 5 stars If you're like me, and ALWAYS have food envy, tapas is the way to go. Sharing is caring in my book. Barcelona makes it very easy to have a great time. What set this experience apart for me was the service. We had two waiters, tag teaming the outside section. Help, a refill, or a passing joke, were never more then a minute away, The food was above average, but the service took the meal to a whole new level. We tried bunch of tapas and meats/cheeses. The standouts were definitely the Honey glazed cabbage, the garlic shrimp, and the steak (flank?) tapas. The food came out as it was ready, so I got to focus all of my attention on one dish at a time. The Paeila looked amazing as well, but that will have to be saved for the next trip.
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Delaine R.
I love this place. They screwed up the timing of our orders where 3 of us got our food in the first course and one didn't have anything. He made an off hand comment about not getting any food yet- not mad, but just a comment. The manager came over and comped all of our food (4 people who are eaters) and brought out 4 more tapas for us on the house. I understand people make mistakes and they apologized and over delivered to make up for it. This place is awesome.
(Problem #1-Parking) Our work people happened to be in Decatur area and someone told us to visit here for great food. Parking was a headache. Everyone seemed to be parking on the street so i circled around the block 4 times and saw no valet sign on the main street for the restaurant. So i thought that there was no valet service and that they had no parking lot. Finally gave up and pulled into a street on the side of the restaurant and there it was, the valet stand! I wasn't sure if valet was complimentary because the valet stand just indicated "valet" for Barcelona. There was no telling if there were any charges for valet or if it was complimentary. But I wasn't about to circle the block 5 more times so i gave my car to the valet. This would be problematic for first timers like myself in an area that I wasn't familiar with. (Problem #2-Seating) I went here with 5 other very hungry co-workers on a Saturday night. I didn't think there would a table for us immediately and expected to wait. To my amazement, they sat us right away at a tiny round table right next to the kitchen and server's area. Not ideal for a big party. I would have preferred to wait a little to get seated at a bigger table so that we weren't sitting elbow to elbow and having our purses knocked around by anyone and everyone going in and out of the kitchen. If the host would have asked us if we prefer a bigger seating area with a little bit of wait, I think all of us would have gladly waited around. (Problem #3-Untrained server) For drinks, our table ordered a couple of beers, sweet tea, glass of wine, jack & coke, and buttery nipple. Server brought us unsweet tea, severely cracked beer glass that no one noticed but no flaws escape my eyes. We asked for another glass and they gave us another free beer on the house. Too bad a fly decided to take a bath in the new beer glass. What a waste of 2 beers. Server did not seem to even know what buttery nipple was but she took the order without asking any questions. Guess what? I never got my buttery nipple. Server completely forgot and I wasn't going to remind her. She brought us unsweet tea. I couldn't get a hold of the server for the next 20 minutes as she had gone missing in action at other tables. I just grabbed the food runner and asked him to bring some sweetener. I got tired of stirring sugar into each glass so i dumped 5 packs of Splenda into the carafe and stirred it with a butter knife. How stupid did i look? Simply because the server accidentally brought us unsweet tea. And this is just with our drink orders. (Problem #4-Food) We ordered about 8 tapas dishes and 2 orders of paella. $38 for 2 orders of paella....too pricey for my taste buds but who cares? It was going to be on company's dime so why not? I am not a fan of paella because it reminds me of a wet seafood fried rice but i know what a good paella is supposed to taste like. This paella had plenty of seafood on top but when i dug into it to serve it to people, the rice underneath was crisp and stuck on the pan. Great, instead of a wet seafood fried rice, we got a crispy overcooked seafood fried rice. No one at the table was impressed. I ordered a few vegetable tapas plates and was not impressed. Brussel sprouts were burnt black and swimming in oil (kinda defeats the purpose of ordering a vegetable dish for health), spinach and chick peas had a cheap miso paste taste to it that i did not care for, and potato dish was just sitting on top of mayo and ketchup with cayenne pepper sprinkled on top. How creative? Mushroom & goat cheese had not much of a taste, skirt steak was just about the only thing that actually had somewhat of a flavor but it was rather dry and overcooked. Perhaps the kitchen chef likes to let dishes sit for too long over fire and throws in basic ingredients just for the sake of color. Out of 8 dishes, you would expect at least a few to taste good. Every dish was a fail. Manager emailed me after reading my review and asked us to come back to dine on the house. At least the manager is doing a great job monitoring online reviews and i was pleasantly surprised. Oh wait, there was one tasty thing! The churro with chocolate dipping sauce for dessert. If I'm ever in the mood for a homemade churro and i happened to be in Inman Park (probably never), then maybe a future visit is in the stars. But if you like to sip on 50% off wine while sitting next to a giant outdoor fireplace with someone you are meeting for the first time, this may be a great place for you. After all, many people frequent places for ambiance and atmosphere.
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Ceaira W.
The restaurant had an awesome ambiance and the decor was appropriate for the theme that they were going for. The only complaint that I had was the kitchen was a wee bit slow, but the service was spectacular!! I would recommend anyone going and trying the mimosa or the white sangria! Delish!!
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Liz K.
First off, AMAZING atmosphere! The ambiance and vibes of this restaurant truly made my experience there much more pleasant. It was a bit chilly outside but we decided to dine outdoors anyway... covered with blankets, surrounded by heatlamps, and being seated next to the fireplace helped me not shiver to death. After a few rounds of sangria I was warmed up. Ordered tons of food! All were a decent portion to share with my other 3 friends. Spinach & chickpea casserole was amazinggg, as well all the other dishes we ordered: ham & cheese croquetas (can't ever go wrong with those), grilled hanger steak (cooked medium/well), Albondigas, chorizo, homemade chicken empandas, calamari, and topped it all off with a huge pan of paella at the end. My server forgot a couple orders (1 potato & 1 beef empanada) but graciously took off the other order of emapandas we had earlier. We were stuffed by the end of the night! Definitely looking forward to my next visit here.
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Lucy W.
Where ya going ? Barcelona! (lyric from a song from the Sondheim musical Company) Returned here for a proper dinner on the dining room side of the restaurant, which is slightly quieter than the more bustling bar side of the restaurant. they still have wonderful service despite having a very busy bar and full dining room since opening in October. Tried the paella (for 2, with our table of 4, was plenty & we're healthy eaters), along with a few protein-heavy tapas. I almost licked the plate holding the pork cheeks with Mahon grits....swoon, but sadly it was a special and not a regular item on the menu. The paella was the star of the show...giant pan of generous portions, lots of clams and mussels, though only slightly seared and crunchy- traditionally the rice at the bottom of the pan forms a bit more of a crust but I'm being nitpicky here...it was very flavorful and delicious. Also a highlight of the meal was the bucket of warm sugared churros, accompanied with chili chocolate dipping sauce....heavenly.
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Laurie H.
We went to Barcelona on Friday night around 6:30, we had no reservations. We sat in the bar and ordered a couple of the tapas: trout and salmon. The presentation was ok, not what I expected for the price. The piece of trout was TINY, but tasted good. The salmon was pretty good, but again quite small. I know it's tapas, but geez come on. So, we decided to order paella for two. I did not like it, I've eaten paella in Spain. I'm not an expert on paella, but I just think it was too much rice and not enough of the mussels, clams and shrimp. It was "shrimp" paella. There were two shimp (heads on like in Spain) that looked huge. One was bad (mushy inside and tasted funky). There more baby calamari's than anything, which I don't like either. I would not order this again. I'm not sure why I didn't complain about it, but the servers were so nice, I couldn't do it. I'm giving it four stars mostly because of the service and the restaurant design. Tapas were pricey and you're still hungry.
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Andrew F.
All I can say is wow. A friend and I have been watching this space ever since the previous occupant closed it's doors. Finally, after years of waiting, Barcelona opened it's doors for a soft opening last night. Wait, did I say "soft opening"? Because you would have never guessed based on the absolutely flawless food and service we received. My guest and I sat at the bar and were taken care of by a great bartender named Frank. We sampled several of the small plates, but the menu is fairly extensive beyond tapas if that isn't your thing. Although we didn't order the calmari, the dish is worth noting because (as we learned after placing our orders) the octopus and squid is driven in fresh EVERY DAY and prepared in the kitchen. This place also bakes its own bread. The wine list is diverse and affordable and they make a white sangria that is absolutely out of this world and I don't even like sangria. The interior design is a huge improvement as the oval bar makes much better use of the space and wood and metal accents seem tasteful and modern while retaining a welcoming warmth. Definitely recommend this place. Do not pass it up. If they can keep up this level of quality, I see a five star rating as a likelihood when I update this review after my next visit.
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Niyeda S.
Ruined Valentine's Day. What's the point of a Reservation when you booked the whole city? Everyone has been waiting for over an hr WITH Reservations. You tell the hostess you're here only for them to put us on a NEW List and have the hostess say they will find us amongst the other 50 ppl waiting. Why would you over book by soon many? Ppl with reservations are waiting outside and is so crowded you've ruined the intimacy and dining experience with your partner. 9:30 reservation...hoping to eat before midnight
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Kelsi V.
Loved the outdoor fireplace (blanket included), great service, and good wine!
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Roger A.
Exactly what Inman Park needed, and what I've been looking for. from the moment we entered we loved it! Ambience was fun. Decor was authentic feeling but made more modern than traditional Spanish. The welcome was excellent. They were genius to create a wrap around patio given how popular patio dining is in Atlanta and Inman park, and they've created a lovely one. We sat in a perfect spot right on N. Highland with a perfect people watching view, but could still see the inside and hear the music. The music was eclectic and not too loud. They actually had Cake playing when we walked in. Our server, Diego, really knew the restaurant and menu, as he was from one of the Connecticut locations and quite expert. As for the wine, we chose a Rioja (one of my favs) with a great price and it was perfect, delicious! I am not a wine expert, but their list is long enough for any connoisseur. We chose 6 tapas including mostly vegetarian options (yes, authentic vegetarian friendly tapas). Mushrooms with goat cheese were a 10/10, Spanish tortilla (a.k.a. omelet), patatas bravas, roasted pumpkin, and citrus soaked olives. The roasted pumpkin was a great and unique idea, and well executed (I was skeptical of pumpkin tapas, but my wife loves pumpkin so we tried it). The patatas bravas were the best I'd ever had. Not so for my wife, she had one better once before, in Barcelona, Spain! The gambas (shrimp) were recommended by Diego, our server, and were as good as advertised. They accidentally brought us a second serving of patatas bravas, and when we pointed it out they left it anyway. Finally desert. I am part-Spanish (father's side) and even I recognize that the Spanish are not the best at deserts (there are a few good ones but it's not their forte), but we had a dulce de leche crepe that was ridiculously good. We spoke to the manager and told him how much we loved the place. We like a block away and plan to go back again and again. The only downside - the prices are not great. For two people we spent almost $100 (with tip), though we could have chosen more carefully and spent less. Also, we ordered them using a "combo" price that was meant for the heavier tapas; the vegetarian ones are much cheaper. This caused us to accidentally over-pay by $20 or so. That was really the only negative. We felt that we got what we payed for, a wonderful evening and fun and delicious dining experience. We were told that were going to start having some nights with dancing.... I can't wait. We'll be back.
(5)
Anastasia T.
We went there Sat night for a brief dinner before a concert, so we did not have too much time (to taste this and that). We ordered 4 tapas plates and 2 drinks. The service was good and our server was very knowledgeable about the food and the wine, so I really appreciated that. And the atmosphere was very "with it" (which sounds obnoxious and it certainly can be)...anyway, it is sort of a cool place, but don't think that you are as a result cool for going or working there. The food was good albeit wayyyy over-priced. The only plate that deserved its price was the brandade...heavenly good (so good I am about to make it at home -following Tony Bourdain's recipe though). The rest (spinach+chickpeas, chicken empanadas, and the cauliflower) were average...nothing that would make me say in the end, wow that was 50 bucks well-spent. They weren't. (My wine which the server suggested was fabulous...but I think I already mentioned I appreciated the server). Maybe next time (with a wine list so rich and their Sunday afternoon whole pig menu there will be a next time), maybe next time I will be more impressed. Their regular plates did indeed seem promising. Plus I wan to see if their brandade will taste as good after I make it at home :)
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Carrie F.
Prepare to be surprised! We stopped here after checking out apartments in the area for brunch. From the exterior and some of the things I had heard about Barcelona, I really didn't think I would be a fan. However, the service at Barcelona is fantastic, as is the brunch. Although the menu is a bit limited, the choices offered did not disappoint. We both went with the ham and cheese omelets, but probably could've shared one, they were huge! The grits also left nothing to be desired. They were smooth and cheesy and awesome. The clientele was interesting, to say the least, from the more ecclectic, to the experienced Sunday Brunch-ers. This can be a bit awkward, as most of the tables are very close together (a la the actual Barcelona), so be ready to share your conversation and enjoy the conversation of those around you. Definitely worth checking out for brunch, I will definitely be back for dinner soon!
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Philip K.
Afraid to come back...I came here with a friend February 13th at around 7pm. We dropped a name and phone number so we could get in line. We checked out the bar area (room) to see if there were any seats or tables that we could take without waiting. Fortunately we found one, but unfortunately it was too loud (completely understandable) and decided to wait for them to call us. Since it was so crowded we decided to at the patio by the heaters to allow new customers to enter. We wait over an hour and notice people coming in after us without a reservation are seated before us. Looked at phone, no phone call or missed calls. As a result we walk in a stand with the crowd behind the reservation counter. After another 10 mins or so they realize that we have been there far too long and ask for our names. After looking at the reservation list and flipping back some pages, they realize they forgot us. They offered to take our wine order to remedy the situation, but they didn't even offer to take the order after handing back the menu. The hostess then says the next table will be ours, and she walks us to the nice patio area but once we get there, another party has occupied the table. Then we wait again for another 10 mins, and she walks us back into the bar area and offers us the same table we found on our own an hour and a half earlier. Heard the paellas were good...but didn't want to wait close to another hour in the room we had decided not be be in an hour earlier. The waiter was apologetic, but the host taking names on the list was less understanding. The whole experience was killed. Left extremely hungry and frustrated.
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Danya L.
What can I say about my home away from home. Love these folks and love the restaurant. This is the place you go to when you WANT everyone to know your name . Friendly, fun, and quite delicious. The bartenders are fantastic .. and very easy on the eyes- and the management staff is top notch. Sundays are now my favorite day of the week because of their half priced bottles of wine. It can get quite crazy on Fridays and Saturday nights -- so arrive early and /or make a reservation. If you can find a stool , the best place to sit is at the bar. I guarantee it will be a fantastic drink- great conversation, and like I said earlier , there is always a handsome/pretty face serving . The homemade bread is out of this world, and the menu changes regularly - but I have never been disappointed. AND DESSERT IS A MUST .. get the crepes- Heaven on a plate
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Camilo A.
This used to be one of my favorite spots to dine in Atlanta. I have been a chef for almost 12 years, so my expectations were always high and were always met. Except for this last visit, where i left somewhat saddened by the experience. My biggest disapointment was the change in the menu. I am all for changing menu items constantly, but this change was not what i expected. Being of Spanish ancestry (3rd generation) and growing up with Spanish dishes at home, seeing such a heavy Arab influence on the menu was kind of a punch in the gut. If any one knows anything of history, the moors had invaded Spain for over 500 years. So to me this felt like a mini re invasion. Seeing this change in the menu stabbed a that flaming pride of "Iberianism" that i so enjoyed from eating at Barcelona. I loved coming to this place for the tapas, since Spanish restaurants in this city are so scarce. I feel a sad sense of parting since i do feel compeled to return. I hope they decide to go back to Spanish food, because with a name like Barcelona, what else can one expect.
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Ande T.
In spite of myself and the fact that there are SOOOOOO many really good restaurants in Atlanta, I went back to Barcelona. On a Friday night nonetheless. Not of my own accord, it was a friend's birthday choice. Noise is still horrendous. And as if the conversation level in the restaurant wasn't high enough already, they were BLASTING clubby dance music. We were all hoarse after dinner. BUT, the food was much better this time. The did seem to ditch some of the less successful dishes on the menu, and the 2-server thing worked better, with one server VERY attentive to the Optimist vs. Pessimist line of our wine glasses. (if you don't get it, you may never.) All in all, a positive experience, so I'll up my rating. But, I'd prefer to sit outside and would suggest to any and all that they do the same.
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T. Murray -.
This is my happy place. Seriously. I have never had a bad experience here and I always leave with a big smile on my face. Always! The food is great and the bartenders and staff are the best. Shout out to Chelsea, Joe, Mike & Mike, Sheena, Sean & Grady! The hummus is some of the best in the city. Flank steak and the lobster risotto are also favs. I love the potatoes bravas and chorizo. Awesome selection of wines (half price bottles on Sunday). The drinks never disappoint and certain bartenders have made some unique concoctions for me. Been meaning to check it out for brunch but I'm more often in on Friday and Saturday nights. The design of the bar and the indoor/outdoor feel of the venue keep me coming back. Everyone I've brought here has loved it. I do prefer to go during the earlier hours as snagging a seat at the bar is easier. It can get crowded, but this has to be one of the best crowds in the VA Highlands area. Everyone is always friendly and nice. I've yet to visit Barcelona, Spain and will do some day, but for now Barcelona Atlanta is my escape.
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Pam L.
I can't say enough good things about this place. The food, service, and ambiance are exceptional. My husband and I went for our anniversary dinner last night and we were treated like royalty by the waitstaff and management. This is saying A LOT, considering we were dressed in ratty jeans and t-shirts. We weren't playing the role of "A-Lister", but they rolled out the red carpet anyway. Our server (Celeste) was sweet and friendly, while the management (Shaun - Director of Services & Luke - General Manager) all made it a point to check on us several times during the meal. They made real conversations with us and not just small talk. Genuinely cool guys. This place is a class act, yet hip and fun. I'll be making this my new "go-to" special ocassion spot and you should, too.
(5)
Stan R.
Great place but they recycle their bread and olives if not eaten
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Jeff W.
La Grandeza! Just want to say that I had a small issue recently and the owner Sean P. overwhelmingly made up for it last night. What wonderful customer service! Thanks Sean!
(5)
Serena B.
So I went back with my fiance twice after that initial experience. Wanting to show him this awesome little place in Inman Park. I was sorely disappointed. We walked in and the first thing the bartender said was "kitchen's closed, but you can order a drink." I didn't understand why the hell the kitchen was closed if they are still taking reservations online at the time. We ordered a negroni. It wasn't as good as the first time I've had it over there. I guess the it was just that bartender who apparently can't make decent negronis. The whole time she also was doing her check out, and kept stealing glances at us to see if we were going to pay the tab. We felt rushed. It wasn't pleasant. We decided to give this place another chance a week later, went in again. Way before closing time on their website. I called ahead to make sure they weren't closing the kitchen or anything and they told us to come on by. So we did. Moment we sat down, the server dropped off late night menus. I asked her why we were getting late night menus, she said the kitchen's closing. FYI. I live down the street, literally 2 minutes away from this place. I could've walked here. I called ahead to make sure we weren't getting late night menus. Alas, we were lied to. We walked out without ordering anything. My fiance questioned my previous good experience here, and so did I. Don't know if we will return again.
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Jonathan D.
I figure the most important thing to note about this place is the friendly staff. Every time I've visited, they've been more than cordial. Waiters at a place filled with bottles of wine and unfamiliar charcuterie offerings could easily be snooty, but these aren't. They really seem to want to encourage your good time. The food is solid. I had some very good meats and cheeses the last time I went, along with some good small plates. I wouldn't describe their dishes as sublime, but it does the trick. One of this place's biggest assets is the decor. The space feels very modern but still inviting, and I love places with wrap-around bars. The sum of all the above parts has helped attract a crowd every time I've been here.
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J L.
Barthelona, you are just too cool for me. I revert to acting like a shellshocked Kristen Wiig from the Lawrence Welk show whenever I arrive. Too much pressure and I start to foam at the mouth a bit. My friends love Barcelona. I'm convinced it is because of the awesome service. They roll into valet wearing sexy stares while I'm like "Huh, they have valet?..." After a few drinks and embarrassing activity.... "IS THAT BAD?" Truly not joking. Forever and without fail, Barcelona has solely become "Girls Night Out" at the bar, for me. While I would love to come here for dinner, I typically sit at the bar. Sunday nights are 1/2 off bottles of wine, not too terribly crowded, and is a great time to mingle... if you're a mingling type. The crowd is a bit "eh". A mixture of snobbery cougs and men that don't nearly stack up to the Suits at Ormsby's. Thus why I go with my boo-crew. All of the bartenders are sharply dressed in pressed white shirts and black pants, mimicking their striking white bar, which unsurprisingly turns into a catwalk for little dudes pouring drinks into your mouth. Think...Chris Kattan shaking his junk in your face. Getting it. Suddenly, it's Club Barthelona. Anything goes, including dubsteb. I'm being serious. I'm sure I looked real attractive having a bulb shined into my face "saying ahhhh" for god knows what tinkling angel nectar is being bobsledded down my throat. Then, "said" little dude turns around, and struts his cute butt on over to other unassuming ladies (and possibly gents). I recommend standing in a dark corner if you don't want it. Though the 'tenders are very helpful, the wine menu is a little over my head, because in my opinion I may as well be pinning the cork on the bottle. I'm just not savvy like that. When in doubt, they have an equally great beer list.
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Van H.
This is a great place to go out with friends for drinks. However, it is very loud inside so I would recommend the patio seating if possible, it's less crowded and more laid back. The tapas I've had there have been great, especially the steak and brussel sprouts. I also loved the Bourbon Spice Rack cocktail, I even made a note of the ingredients so I could try to make it myself! The service was very good, we had multiple people that came by to check on us as well as the manager. The only downside is the wait is usually very long even with a reservation since this seems to be the trendy spot at the moment.
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Holy Guacamole M.
Overall, the staff is missing "service" in their service. Upon arrival, we asked the hostess for a table; she brought us into the bar area right next to the DJ's table - we were moved into the actual dining area later. The server (tall, black, male) was friendly, but the other staff members weren't attentive, polished, or knowledgeable. They tried to clear our appetizers (without asking) when we weren't done. We ordered our cocktails from our server when he initially greeted us and it took 20mins. for the bar to prepare them; they weren't good enough for a twenty minute wait. The tapas are humorous... tapas are supposed to be small bites at a small price. Essentially, these are small bites with a big cost. I was warned by a Chef not to come here because the menu is very hit or miss and the portions are very small. Against my better judgement, I decided to try it out. I think everyone who says they had a good meal must have been wasted. Barcelonas has this "hangover" appeal to it. Its obvious that food (or service) is not the focus. If you really don't care what you put in your mouth, then this is the place for you!
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Ethan S.
Not the biggest fan of the name, but who cares when everything else rocked? On a Friday night this place is PACKED. Make a reservation way ahead of time because if not, you could be waiting for a loooong time. People seemed to be having a great time and the crowd was pretty young but sophisticated it seemed. The maitre'd was slammed but he was as accommodating as possible and managed to get us a table outside. Be warned, it's very loud inside with the music and talking. The service was spot on and since it was cold they even gave us blankets! A little emasculating but hey, at least I was warm. The food was tapas style obviously. Not the most creative dishes on the menu by any means, but it was all very good. Not super authentic either but some dishes more than others. Either way, authentic or not, everything was great. They give you lots of awesome bread with even better olive oil... I still taste that olive oil. The squid ink paella was very similar to one I actually had in Barcelona, so that was a nice treat... and it's very big! Prices are pretty reasonable too... I guess they make up for that with the volume they do. Also valet is free, just tip.
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David M.
The food was delicious, and they treated us like royalty. We loved the spicy mussels and mushrooms with goat cheese. My wife loved the shrimp. The service was excellent. Then, we mentioned it was our anniversary, and they made us feel like royalty with a free champagne toast and more. I should also mention that we were surprised how large the portions were for tapas. Overall, excellent experience.
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Jide F.
I'd come back just for the wine list and atmosphere. The food was fine, but certainly not amazing. My family and I ordered a bottle of txacoli (Basque wine) and a variety of tapas and entrees. I really enjoyed the pulpo Gallego (Galician octopus) and the flouder (at least I think it was flounder) a la plancha. I was disappointed with the black paella because of the dollops of sour cream they threw on top. It would have been delicious without the sour cream. Service was excellent and our server was extremely polite and attentive. I wish I had remembered her name! Overall Barcelona has a really cool vibe and I'd come back to give their food another try.
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Taylor L.
This place is truely outstanding. The food, the service, everything is quite lovely. I have been several times and never have a been dissapointed. However, last time I went we had a reservation and it took forever for them to seat up, and then they ended up seating us outside and it was freezing. We were quite bumbed but when we were paying the bill the manager came up and COMPED OUT ENTIRE MEAL! the food is so yummy. The fried cabbage is delectable and unique. it has feta and a little bit of a honey drizzle which makes it so special. Also, for dessert the warm chocolate lava cake is fantastic. I could go in detail about everything here but I would just be repeating myself about how good the food was.
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Amanda G.
I'm in love with Spain, a second time. Make that a third time. Tapas restaurants have my heart at "small delicious portions." Food was really good - croquetas are creamy goodness. Veggies added a healthful bite to the fried cheese deliciousness. Chicken empanadas were just okay. Our waiter was a ball full of delight. Brought over the sommelier (or just the wine dude) and asked what I liked and recommended a bottle we might like. We tried it (I didn't like it but said yes anyway - that's my own catholic guilt) and ordered a bottle. Great outside patio, fire pit, and amazing bar inside. I feel like i'm back in Boston in Barcelona...not quite Spain, but another love. So glad I found you! Second note: The "wine dude" referenced above emailed me personally and explained I should never accept a bottle I don't like and apologized if I felt obliged to do so. Wow! What great customer service - legit. And to be fair, I was on a "friend date" and he is not a big a wine dude so I didn't want to seem like a wine snob in front of him. But Barcelona, thanks for being so responsive and amazing!
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Jenneffer P.
Great service and wine.Relax and Enjoy. The menu is nicely diverse and the wine menu is divine.
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Ned G.
Tldr: awesome service can't save expensive mediocre food. I feel like "I really want to like this place" is the yelp equivalent of "with all due respect" And I really want to like this place but after three tries its a no go. The good? Service had always been great, servers are prompt and friendly. Decor is interesting and allows a wide range of appropriate dress. Some of the cocktails are great, the hot dahlia being my personal favorite. The charcuterie was also pretty good, but not a lot of skill involved in slicing meat and plating it. The bad? The food has always been mediocre. My favorite part is the free bread and its been downhill from there. Examples up say? Scallop crudo that sounded like a great idea and then fell flat with way too many subtle flavors but nothing to pull it together and little texture to it. Warm goat cheese dish that ended up being rather meally and one note. The final straw being a "warm hazelnut chocolate indulgence" which was essentially a chocolate cupcake reheated in the microwave with a pretty bad ice cream on top that had hazelnut and coconut flakes and a strawberry drizzle, seemed like someone ended up trying too hard to add too many flavors and the cupcake was unawesome. Overall it strikes me as a place trying too hard to be "cool" and "creative", without much success in the basics.
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Stricky T.
Nice.....I have to try it twice.....my first visit was on a mild summer day, so we opted to sit outside. The chairs reminded me the old street cafes, metal, aged with peeled paint.......(be careful if you wearing expensive clothes). Anyway, I digress, we went for the paella but the wait was too long (45 minutes), we had a few tapas plates instead of waiting........I glanced at the menu and I saw they had fuet (the best dry cured sausage I ever tasted), we ordered that, the drunken goat cheese, patatas bravas, the beef empanadas which were so lush......and to top it off we also ordered the octopus.....remarkably different & flavourful .......next time paella......I hope it's worth the 45 minute wait..........
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Yasmin L.
Ive had the pleasure of eating at Barcelona twice- first time on a sunday night with a new found friend and we had a cheese plate along side some wine and a beet salad- both delicious- you can never go wrong with cheese! Second time was a Saturday night! WOW i had no idea how vibrant and busy this place was , filled with locals young and older! great atmosphere and great food! we had the fig and chorizo!!!!! and can i just say i went to heaven the minute it hit my palate we had to order another one! and off course our favorite beet salad and cheeses along side some perfeectly made drinks! we sat at the bar and ate there! service was amazing and it felt good to sit at a bar and have the bartender actually pay atention to you! Ladies and gents this is not only great foodand great service! it is also a great place to meet new people and chat it up! Stay beautiful Atlanta!
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Tabitha N.
I have been meaning to try this place for a while now, and today finally checked it out. We went in the afternoon looking for a fun crowd and atmosphere, it was a little fancier than we were looking for, but pretty empty. The wait staff were all very nice and accommodating. The food to me and my boyfriend were not very great. The beef empanadas were very simple and did not taste like anything special. We also got deviled eggs, which I liked but my boyfriend thought they tasted like yesterday's deviled eggs. The skirt steak was pretty good but I don't really have to have it again. The last thing we got was the bacon basket, which was supposed to be peppered and also pecan bacon, but all of it tasted the same and none of it was crispy or what we were looking for. Overall, I probably don't have to try this place again.
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Jennifer F.
Wow! I'm from Tampa and was in Atlanta on business. We had a big party (12) with reservations. We were seated right away and we ate so much of everything. The vegetarian options were fantastic (spinach chickpea dish, omg) the meats were incredible per the meat eaters. The vegetarian paella was excellent. The service was superb. The wine was fantastic. The place gets loud and very very busy. We were there on a week night (Wednesday) the place was packed by 7pm at the latest. People were waiting and the bar area was full. This place just didn't stop. Per the servers it's always like this. I can believe it. The food was great. The service was great. Recommend getting reservations any day/time.
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Arbi D.
Very nice place to bring a date. A little noisy but that's fine given the great food and the very friendly staff. We came around 10:05 PM on a Sunday, while the kitchen was closing and they accepted to get a very good Paella and a few Tapas ready for us. We really appreciated that. Barcelone is one of my favourite spots in ATL for Dinner, not that romantic place but does the job very well. Thanks
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Josh G.
This is a long review, but read it before you make reservations. I need to start with a little info about myself, so you know I'm not just being picky. I was a waiter and a barista for 4+ years. I've worked in food service, and I know how difficult it can be. My wife and I live inside the perimeter and frequent the Atlanta restaurant scene. Our expectations for service are VERY reasonable, and we're quite forgiving. All that said, the service at Barcelona, from the POV of a reasonable person, was deplorable. Our group ordered 16 plates of tapas. After 7 of them came, we were assumed to be done. The plates were cleared and the server suspiciously questioned us about the other dishes...no apologies. 4 more plates came out only after being individually requested. Again, dishes cleared, the server was unapologetic, nearly to the point of implying that we were lying about the other plates. In the meantime, two of us were re-upping with different beers, having started with Spaten Oktoberfest. We EACH received the wrong beer TWICE, to total four wrong beers that we sent back. When I calmly tried to work the server through our requests, he literally rolled his eyes at me like a 12 year old, behaving as if the mistakes were clearly ours. The whole ordeal lasted literally 2.5 hours as we were ignored by our two different servers. When we got our bills, the beers that we returned were listed for payment. It's like eating at Just Brakes. We're already there to spend a load of money. We are fit, well-dressed, patient, kind, jovial, well-read, college-educated, middle-class people eating in a highly reviewed restaurant and spending over $50 per person. We were treated like criminals at worst and inconveniences at best. This restaurant has fantastic food. The Chirizo & Figs, Crepes, Empanadas, Steak Dishes, Crispy Pork, Mushrooms w/ Goat Cheese, Patatas Bravas, all magnificent. It's such a pity the service was so terrible. I would actively dissuade my friends and family from eating here. You know the pretentious restaurants that treat their patrons so badly in the movies? This and Bluepointe in Buckhead are the only dining experiences I've had that actually rival that fiction. We always tip generously. The service was so bad that I tipped only 17%. People make mistakes, I realize. It was the attitude with which the problems were addressed that has permanently turned me from this place.
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Jenessa C.
Great steak tapas & Bloody Mary drinks! The place picked up in popularity around 12:30, once you could order drinks for a Sunday brunch. And the bread was incredible, warm, fresh, and grainy. Great atmosphere too. A great place to start a Sunday funday!
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Beth B.
I went on a Friday night for a friends birthday. We got there around 730, so before it got completely slammed. Everything was all good until we were ready to go (after everyone else in Atlanta decided to also come here) It took us about an hour to an hour and a half get our checks, pay them, and get our cards back. That killed it for me.
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Leslie W.
So, this place is super crowded on a Friday night, but I guess that's to be expected in the bustling metro Atlanta sub community of Inman Park... It was so crowded that they apparently did not plan on us actually keeping our reservation at 10pm. When we arrived, we were told it would be a 20 minute wait! As we were leaving however, the hostess came after us to say that a table had just opened up. Confused, but promptly seated, we began to peruse the menu. The server gave us a run down of the menu that one of my companions described as "flight attendant" style and pointed to the list of wines by the glass on the food menu. That was much easier than trying to decipher the extensive wine list. We ordered about 10 small plates for 4 people. House cured olives, roasted garlic, dinosaur kale salad, potato tortilla, crispy cabbage, pork belly and chorizo with figs were all really good. My glass of Argentinian Pinot Noir was incredible! I am definitely hunting down that bottle! Downers: Some plates were a little small for their price. I know pork belly is the new go-to fatty protein, but it's not worth it's weight in gold, so how bout throwing another piece on the plate for $11?! Seating was very uncomfortable on the "patio". Our four top was very cramped and the seats were hard and too small for my American butt to sit on comfortably. And it was very dark. I would go again and definitely try to hit up the half price wine bottles on Sunday because they do have an amazing selection.
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Jessica P.
Came here to celebrate a friends birthday, the place was packed but the service was impeccable the whole night. Food was absolutely delicious, loved everything but the chorizo with figs was probably the best. Very impressed!
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Aanal P.
I have now been to Barcelona three times. It definitely surpassed my expectations the first time I ate here. I expected "just another tapas joint." But, it is much much much more than that! Barcelona has amazing quality of food. It is on the expensive side, but if you want to try this place, go on a Sunday. 1/2 off bottle of wine and great tapas deals. Some of my favorites on the menu: Brussel Sprouts (yes, try it!), Chorizo and Fig (mmmmm), Paella (can feed a whole damn family and then some...), Wild Striped Bass Ceviche (fresh and minty!), Chicken Empanadas (heavenly!), Mushroom with goat cheese (savory)... Oh, and that bucket of warm bread with olive oil..(tip: add crushed black pepper and a bit of salt to the olive oil and then dip...you won't regret it!) Dessert: Churros Y Chocolate (what?? wow!) and Warm Chocolate Hazelnut Indulgence with Raspberry Sauce and Coconut Ice Cream (WHERE have you been my whole life??) MUST TRY! Service is excellent! Ambiance is nice and cozy.... and the wine is amazing! I will definitely go back...heck, I have already been three times! There is no stopping me now! 5 stars for the best tapas I have had so far in Atlanta!
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D W.
Great Tapas and a great vibe in Inman Park. Hanger steak and empanadas are awesome. $15 Don Julio margaritas were pretty good but pretty pricey. Make a reservation.
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Carl C.
I recently went to this restaurant for a birthday celebration. The overall ambiance and the food was great. The only thing to keep in mind is that this place is absolutely packed on Saturday nights. So unless you are looking for wait an hour before being seated, I would go there during non-peak hours.
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Robyn M.
Where do I begin? My husband and I wanted to celebrate our 21st wedding anniversary in an environment that reminded us of the FLAVOR we use to have when we were New Yorkers in Park Slope, BKLYN...pre-children and the Hum Drum life of the Metro ATL Suburbs. You know, back when every place we dined was ALL THE RAGE! We found that in Barcelona Atlanta. From the valet guy who parked our car in a special place cause he'd be gone b4 we returned, to the adorable roving bartender and friendly hostess, waiter and the Hunky Manager 'Shaun'...we (former Out-About- Towners) couldn't remember the last time we enjoyed a complete dining experience in Atlanta this much. Atmosphere: Hoppin with fly, hipster, eclectic types (I'm claiming Fly for me & Hubby). Artsy space had something for all tastes. The Food & Drink: Adorable bartender worked the densely packed floor (Details model on rollerblades) and got yummy cocktails to us quickly. Red Wine Sangria was strong & refreshing. Food: Shaun, Manager (Shout-out to Mrs Hunky...Bronx Native) started our celebration with complimentary champagne and Tapas. He chose 'em and we loved 'em! Flank Steak w/Truffles, Cheese (sheep) w/pistachio and an asparagus dish that I only got to smell...hubby inhaled it. Left there and laughed our A$$ off at Dad's Garage! Thanks for giving us directions Shaun!
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Gina M.
I had high hopes for my first experience at Barcelona, since it was highly recommended to me. I had made an 8:15 reservation for three people. When we arrived I had checked in at the hostess stand & she had let me know that they were running a little behind. 15 minutes have gone by, then 30, then 45 and we finally get seated. They had placed us in the overly crowded bar where there were literally people leaning on the backs of our chairs. Not only was it hard to talk, it felt like strangers had joined us for dinner. On the positive to these negatives, the manager had recognized that we have had a not so great start to our evening and had sent out a complimentary appetizer. The service was good, as well as the food and of course the wine. I would certainly give Barcelona another shot. My suggestion is to definitely make a reservation. Even though we had to wait an extra 45 minutes, walk-ins had to wait up to 90 minutes.
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Kendra C.
I love this place. They allow dogs on the outside patio which is awesome. Their food has officially spoiled me. I highly recommend the chorizo and figs! Even their salad was mouth watering. Who knew that simple ingredients can do wonderful things to your taste buds. The owner is extremely friendly. They have an impressive wine list. My friend and I ended up spending $50 each ( 4 drinks, 7 tapas), but it was worth it. I'll see them next pay check.
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Naima W.
I was here for brunch earlier today to celebrate a friend's birthday. We had reservations for a party of approximately 15. The staff accommodated the group very well and seated us quickly. The restaurant has a very modern and chic design and the servers are pretty friendly. I had heard great things about Barcelona and was very hopeful I would have an awesome experience. The restaurant is located in Inman Park and I love brunch in this area! Unfortunately, my experience today did not live up to my expectations. Our table was in close proximity to the main entrance and the door stays open all day. This presented a problem for most people at our table because even though we are in the first week of Spring, the weather today was very cold and rainy. The temperature was in the high 40's and the draft from the door made us uncomfortable and cold. We asked if it was possible to close the door but our server said they had to leave it open. I ordered hot tea to try to warm up a little and it took over 20 minutes for me to receive it. I asked about the status of my drink several times and was told that orders for hot tea are submitted when the meal order is sent to the kitchen. This is not a customer friendly practice because most people expect to receive their drink orders within a few minutes of making the request. When our server passed out menus to our table, we were told they did not have enough left for each person to have their own and we needed to share. I will admit the restaurant was pretty crowded but I felt like they should have had enough menus on hand to accommodate large tables. After looking over a friend's shoulder to review the menu, I decided to order the short ribs hash. While placing my order, I was told they had just run out of the entree I wanted so I had to look over a friend's shoulder again to make another selection. I was a little disappointed they didn't have what I originally wanted but I ordered the eggs benedict instead. I was impressed when the server offered to add shrimp to this dish after I stated I did not want the sausage it came with. It's too bad it was served cold! I was one of the first to order, so I imagine my food sat out in the open kitchen area while the other entrees were being prepared. At this point, I decided my entire dining experience was shot so I sent my meal back and decided not to order anything else. I don't remember hearing anyone talk about how wonderful their food was but I did hear a few other complaints. One person at the table had undercooked eggs and another felt like the potatoes were too spicy. I might be willing to try Barcelona Atlanta again but will only do so if I am with a small party of two to four people. I think serving large parties may be a bit of a challenge for them.
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Rob S.
Nice place, the food was good I had the 6 sampler dish. Sangria was Awsome. It's little overprice I had better for less...
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Gabriel C.
Pros- great wine list and Fantastic servers that know there stuff. Great look and vibe. Cons- very average food very average. Seems like a high turnaround of workers. Every time there is someone new. To me that just screams bad management And that just adds to my list of disappointment.
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Brian C.
The food was ok. Really enjoyed the patatas bravas. Great location and good wines. Can't believe how many people line up on weekend nights.
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John P.
Love this place:) First I just like the neighborhood. It's probably my favorite in Atlanta. Walk around, do some funky shopping, visit cool little hangs, etc, etc. Anyway. The place has a nice scene, little funky, upbeat, cool. Pretentious or not...I just like people watching. My last visit with the missus, we went for Sunday brunch. We had the Short Ribs Hash - great, a Bacon Basket with varied tasty bacon - seriously yummy, Eggs Benedict, house style and some of those Grits things you people like. Even my Bloody Mary was great. The waitstaff is friendly, polite and nice. For dessert, I had ordered an Ice Creme Sampler. When I asked the waiter what exactly that was, he said that I had a choice of 1 of the 3 flavors, I went for the chocolate. Then I got a plate with one scoop of ice creme - before I could say Rumpelstilskin - a waitress apologized, let me know you're supposed to get more than that - 3 scoops and then showed up with another bowlful. It was more that I could eat and I guess the first waiter was new, yet I really appreciate the proactive action- awesome. Are there any cons - I'm sure if I thought about it long enough I could create one but dang (now I'm sounding like ya'll) everything is so good and well done, who thinks of those things:) Go - eat - drink - people watch - repeat.
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Gillian R.
I ended up here on a Sunday evening, desperately trying to soak up the sunshine, extend the weekend, and procrastinate my inevitable dreaded Sunday evening chores of laundry and a quick stop at the grocery store. Bottles of wine were half price, so of course we couldn't pass that up! I don't remember what we got, but it was white and tasty. That I do remember! Tapas are fun cause it's all sharesies. As in, this makes a great date. They also bring you a big basket of bread with oil for dipping. We got balsamic as well, and let's be honest here--I think I probably ate my weight in bread. We had: -house cured olives: Um, how can you go wrong with olives? You can't, you just can't. Unless you don't like olives. In which case, you should probably not get this dish. -spinach chickpea casserole: Spinach, chickpeas, cumin. This was tasty, but not the best dish we had. I kept thinking that I could probably make it myself. -roasted garlic bulbs: Okay, I could make this myself, but I rarely do, so it was still something special. The garlic bulbs were perfectly roasted and smeared in the perfect consistency across my fluffy pieces of bread. We couldn't get enough of this! -marinated beet salad: Marinated beets, walnuts, blue cheese. This was seriously incredible. I wanted to believe that I could make this at home, but even when I bought the ingredients, it just wasn't the same. This was probably our number one choice of the evening. I'm pretty sure there were several times that we both stabbed at the same beet. -herbed goat cheese & mushrooms: This was one of our last dishes, at the point when I think I was already reaching maximum capacity. Maybe that's why it wasn't my favorite. I love herbs, I love goat cheese, I mostly love mushrooms. For me, though, this was just WAY too creamy. It probably would've been better in the first round of ordering. He also had something meaty, but I have zero memory of what it was because it didn't go in my tummy. Our waiter was attentive but not a hovercraft. He was really laid-back and made me laugh. The true star of this place is the restroom. Not only was it beautiful, in a cozy, understated sort of way, but there are TWO women's restrooms. Finally a place that understands that I don't want to spend half of my meal waiting in line to use the restroom! Thank you, Barcelona. I'm pretty certain I'll make my way back to Barcelona at some point.
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Lauren H.
We visited Barcelona for the first time last night for a drink with friends after dinner. The restaurant looks very cool from the outside - with the fireplace and outside seating. It was very crowded once we got inside however, which made it hard for our group (only 4 ppl). The bar area has almost no standing room, we kept getting pushed around back and forth as we were ordering a bottle of wine. The bartender was CRAZY slow at getting our order. We tried to sit down at a table in the bar area and were promptly told we could not sit there unless we were on the waiting list. They have almost no seating at the bar, and almost no standing room so it was an uncomfortable crowded situation. When we finished the bottle and were ready to leave, the bartender couldn't find our friend's card who ordered the wine. He accused him of actually having the card and then took another 10 minutes to find it. It was pretty ridiculous. I really wanted to go check out the fireplace, however we did not have a chance. We were ready to go and headed out without a stop outside. I don't think we'll be back again. The reviews our friends who have been there for dinner gave of the food weren't stellar. Pretty much that the food is overpriced for what it is. And that you can't get out of there for dinner for 2 under around $80-100. Oh well, I had higher hopes despite the meh reviews I read. Maybe they'll shape up and we'll be back. Otherwise we won't be back here agian.
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Maressa M.
Went here for the first time late on a Friday night. Someone immediately pointed out to me how eerily similar the patrons looked. Crew cuts? Light blue button downs? Creepy wandering eyes? Check on all three counts. If you're a young professional out on the prowl, this is the place to be. I suggest going on Sunday for 1/2 priced bottles of wine and a more relaxed crowd. Patio seating is also a must. The interior is beautifully designed, but nothing beats sitting outside on a beautiful day to enjoy your meal. Food that I have tried and found especially pleasing: herbed goat cheese and mushrooms, ham and cheese croquetas, and the dulce de leche crepes. Specialty drinks I wish I could have on a daily basis: caipirinha, floradora, and white wine sangria.
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Sarah N.
So excited to have another fun restaurant in Inman Park! If you are looking for a great glass of wine and fab tapas - this is your spot. That said, it's very loud and the bar area gets crowded most nights. Request a table in the restaurant side if you want to hear your dining mates. I've been a couple times with a vegan friend and they are pretty accommodating to adapt meals for her. Standard favorites include: chorizo with fig; potatas bravas and garlic bulbs. They also switch their menu daily based on season - if you see the pumpkin with honey or the brussels sprouts order them immediately!
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James D.
Excellent food! Had lunch here and was blown away by the great food and very nice decor. We tried to have dinner here but it was PACKED! At night, its more of a bar/party scene. Eating inside would be difficult if you like to carry a conversation. Highly recommend outdoor seating if you can get it. We had drinks outside and closed the place out, very good drinks and food.
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Katherine W.
Fun scene, but SUPER noisy inside! During their busier hours (actually... that appears to be most of the time), it's more of a scene to be in, rather than a place to focus on your company and conversation. If you're here on a date, try to sit outside. It seems mellower outside, as in, you don't have to scream to be heard. Plus, there's a lantern at each table, and a fireplace. Comprehensive wine list... a decent number available by the glass, but a lot more by the bottle. The food seems a little hit or miss, with some awesome, some meh. Definitely recommend the grilled hangar steak with black truffle sauce, and the chorizo with figs. The roasted sunchokes are not my thing -- nice tangy flavor, but a weird texture (sort of like a cross between broccoli and potato).
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Jillian O.
Came her for after dinner drinks and dessert - it was packed which is a good sign but we soon noticed it was packed as more of a bar/party joint than a quality wine and tapas bar would be. The selection of wine by the glass was very minimal. A kajillion wines by the bottle but by the glass? No. The desserts LOOKED good but didn't leave us wanting more. We didn't even finish them. Our drinks came AFTER our food...and there was a beligerant group of 6 next to us. I don't really have much else to say except this was kind of a sucky waste of money.
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Anita I.
Ever go to a place and think, I won't be back, I don't care if everyone loves it, I just will not come back here. Yep, this place fits that bill for me. EVERYONE loves it. And I think it's popularity is also its disadvantage. For one thing, the place is not designed to handle that many people. It's got a nice cosy New York bar decor, with the black and white pictures, no TVs and casual dining music. Then, you get here and it's bumper to bumper packed with people. There's no room to move let alone mingle. It's not designed for the crowd. So it just makes mingling uncomfortable. I know it's not their fault that they are the popular kid in town, but trust me with fewer people you'll start to enjoy the allure and coolness of the ambiance. With the crowd, you're just trying to order a drink and hopefully not spill it. Also, because of their popularity they've rested on their laurels. The bar staff is cocky to a T, only serving with charm the cute chicks and deep pocketed guests. Those of us that sadly do not fall into either category are just served after a long long time. The only bar staff worth it is Doug, if not for him I would have been a very thirsty gal. Very thirsty. Finally, the prices. I guess they can charge these exorbitant prices because...(1) they are popular and, (2) people would patronize them either way. I mean $9.50 for a side of asparagus comprised of only 7 asparagus, and then, the same cost for a half plate of calamari. Plus, all the good wines are priced above $10. I know my wine so trust me when I say this...Wine below that price is not worth drinking. Once again, appealing to the people with deep pockets. So, no I will not be back here unless, (a) I score a boyfriend with deep pockets, or (2) it stops being the toast of the town and starts working hard to retain customers, now they're just lazy.
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Eric A.
My experience at Barcelona was nothing but fantastic. My boyfriend and I showed up on Sunday for an early Valentines Day dinner. We must have beat the rush - because we were seated almost immediately. Our team of 2 servers were friendly, funny, and really knowledgeable about the menu. We got 2 tapas to start. The hangar steak and truffle oil was delicious and so tender I could cut it with my fork. The caldo verde was even better - perfectly seasoned! One of the few mistakes by the restaurant: I figured the tapas were meant to share, but the caldo verde only came with 1 spoon, so we had to alternate bites. For the 'main' course we decided to get the Sunday special, the pig roast. The roast came with a salad as a starter. This was probably the weakest part of the meal. The hearts of romaine were way too pig for the plate and were adorned with only a few tomato wedges and way too many olives. The plates were so small that even just trying to cut the romaine led to half the salad falling off the plate. But - really this salad was the only thing that missed the mark. Before the roast came out, our server came to show us a picture of the whole pig we'd be eating that day. The Roast was very tasty - with crispy pig skin covering the juicy meat part of the roast. It was a little fatty - but it definitely gave the meat a LOT of flavor. As sides, the pig came with a spinach/cheese mixture and sweet potato fries. Finally, to top off the meal - some of the best flan I've ever tasted. Overall a fantastic meal - with only the missing spoon and salad being less than perfect. The restaurant is nicely decorated - but if you're sitting along the wall bench - you might need to get cozy with your neighbors. I would definitely go back again.
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Nevin L.
Great tapas, especially the veggie options. Drinks were excellent, and service out of this world for a very busy place they still pay attention to their guests. Food was delicious and they kept the little plates coming. Great place if you like a festive, happening place.
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David B.
I came on a Saturday before reservations at Soto Soto in Inman Park. The bar area was slammed with a good crowd. It would be difficult to sit down and have dinner in the bar area. I came back Monday evening and was greeted by the two bartenders. The bar area was about 60% full. Meal 1. Salad with gem lettuce (looks like small romaine), tomato, onions, and a variety of pit-in olives, served with a simple vinagrette dressing--A+ 2. Tapa - grouper cheeks (tender 2 inch squared pieces X 4 ) with salsa verde (oil mixed with parsley and garlic) --B 3. Trout la plancha - Skin side up with white bean and tomato --A+ I also had two glasses of wine appx 11 per glass from Mendoza Argentina. With tip appx. 60-65 dollars. I was very pleased with my experience and will come back to this establishment.
I have been here during lunch and for dinner on a weekend. On the weekends, this place gets packed so either get your name on the list and find something to do for a while or get there early. The food is good there. Not the very best that I have had but pretty good. The cabbage is OK. I am a fan of cabbage and it is different how they cook it but it was a little too sweet and after a while I was tired of the taste of it. I really like that they walk around with samples while you wait for your table that was a major plus. I had a great time and overall the food was good.
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Nhuy W.
AWESOME! I have only been here a few times and every time it has been amazing. So the last time we were here, there was issues with the brussel sprouts. It took a long time for them to come out which was not a big deal at all. The manager came out and apologized and then gave us free dessert. We did not expect that but that shows you how much they care about their business. We will be back this weekend and definitely a must in Atlanta.
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Donald L.
I like barcelona. Great patio, love the small bites and the wine is always outstanding. It is one of those places that you want to bring people who are visiting from out of town. Because it is perfectly situated within walking distance of the beltline, it is a great opportunity for a short walk before dinner.
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Bryan S.
Impressive. The bar is excellent, very nice selection of Spanish wine and tapas. Our servers were very attentive and the food very good - wide selection of meats, cheeses, and seafoods. Pretty nice range of cocktails and decent sangria. Definitely a busy vibe, you'll need to make reservations before you go. Looking forward to summer when I can sit outside. Very good for groups. The group I was with, including our Spaniard, really enjoyed the meal and would definitely come back.
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Kathryn H.
I have to give them 5 stars. The cocktails here are amazing. I normally don't order specialty drinks because they are too sweet, but not at Barcelona. They are perfect!! The food is delicious. You can even close your eyes and point at something on the menu, and feel confident you'll enjoy every bite! To wrap it all up...the atmosphere is relaxed on one side of the restaurant and lively near the bar. No matter what mood you are in they have a spot to for you. At the end of the evening you'll return home and feel as though you've been on a fun adventure experiencing a different culture.
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Ewa K.
Can't get behind any place that doesn't honor reservations. This.is completely ridiculous. I don't care about anything else really. That's basic.
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Saurabh B.
I didn't know a place like this could exist in Inman park until I saw it with my very own eye. Douchebag central. Avoid at all costs.
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Jerald G.
Crispy cabbage, hanger steak, goat cheese & mushrooms were my favorites Also, red sangria. Service was great. Th alysa
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Nathan R.
Good food, staff could be friendlier.
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Bowen R.
I went to Barcelona on Tuesday night with two friends and we sat in the bar and had an amazing time. The restaurant was lively, but not overly crowded. The food was, as always, incredible. We had the chef's tasting menu (6 tapas for $48) and all the choices were great. The best part of the evening? Our servers. Joey & Casey were assigned to our table and they were AWESOME. They had great food & wine recommendations, they were funny, and they made our dinner so much fun. I will absolutely ask for them every time when I go back! I live in the neighborhood and this will definitely become a staple for me.
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Krista M.
I came here for my birthday this weekend and loved it! It wasn't the first time I had been, but it was the first time in a few months. It was just as packed as I remember. Definitely the place to see and be seen on a Friday or Saturday night. With the exception of one of my table mates not getting her food for about 10 minutes after everyone else, the service was good. It is a little on the pricey side. But it is a great place to spend a Sunday afternoon. They offer half priced bottles of wine. Pair it with a few tapas and it's incredibly affordable and delicious! Menu highlights: Mushrooms and Goat Cheese, Hangar Steak, Figs with Chorizo, and the Chickpea Puree.
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Todd G.
Went here for dinner the other night. I must say it was quite impressive all around from the decor/atmosphere (outdoor fireplace with a roaring fire, attention to details, candle light, mix of modern with hipster) to the food. I didn't try the tapas this time, but I had the Churrasco (grilled skirt steak with garlic spinach, sweet potato fries, and Chimichurri sauce). It was cooked to perfection (medium rare). I couldn't have asked for anything more. They had a great selection of unique and old fashion cocktails and a nice selection of bottled and draught beers. Overall, I had a great experience and will certainly return and bring more friends!
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T T.
Went to Barcelona with a large group of people--10--service was excellent. I loved the atmosphere and the decor and also the noise level was manageable, not crazy loud! We sat at the bar before we went to our table and the bartender was very friendly and accommodating. She let us try several wines before we settled on what we wanted to order. The food was good...not great, but definitely solid. We only had tapas..someone in our party ordered for the table. Good food items: hummus, mixture of wild mushrooms, vegetable paella Great food items: churros and chocolate for dessert, cauliflower, tuna tartare I would definitely go back again.
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Valet, Street Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : No Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Trendy Noise Level : Loud Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : No Waiter Service : Yes Caters : Yes
Nina W.
Came here for a girls night out dinner/night. Never heard of this place previously but I did do myself a favor and check out the Yelp reviews. Based on everyone's boasting and 4/5 stars I started warming up to the sound of Barcelona! I'm not going to lie.. I was very apprehensive about going to a tapas bar on an empty stomach(Hadn't ate all day..my fault not anyone's)! Since I was already starving, not a big tapas gal (sorry I like HUGE portions) and I didn't have a chance to read the menu before hand I decided to eat a light meal to subdue the hunger that typically leaves you after leaving a tapas bar. So we made reservations for 9:30pm on a friday night and upon arrival I notice this place is slammed packed and jammin! So much so we waited about 5-15 minutes to get seated.. so much for reservations lol. Ambience was fabulous, music was on point. Loved the self portrait of the owner by the ladies room ..kind of a take 1, take 2, take 3 still shot portrait.. um cute :) So our host walks us to our seats, walked by a buchery with all sorts of meat hanging and being cut right in front of my very own eyes. Different! So we get seated and we get not one but two servers and possibly three. But you'd think with this many servers someone would remember to bring out my dessert menu that I asked for two times, but NOPE. Perhaps maybe because they were too busy performing a soul train line to the tunes of Bel Biv Divoe in between serving. But hey well get to that later. Surveyed the menu for about 15 minutes. There was vegetable tapas side and then meat side. So wait you mean to tell me tapas are $6-13 for small sample of whatever? Oh ok now I really was thanking God I ate before. I did the math, in order to have a satisfying portion of food that's about 4 or 5 tapas I'd have to order. Um.. getting kinda pricey here dontcha think? Since I already ate a light meal I thought I just skip straight to the drinks and desserts. I ordered a mojito. Drink came out about 15 minutes later but not before I was asked to provide a second form of ID b/c my ID was somewhat cracked.. lol really dude? I go to the bank with this ID and nobody ever questions me.. blah! That set a somewhat blah tone for the rest of the night. My drink came out about 15mins after ordering it, and um. It was OK. I've had better but definitely not bad. So then minutes later the tapas came out. I didn't order any but my cousin and girlfriends did and I did have a chance to try 3 or four of my cousins tapas. Neatly dressed servers walked around with tapas to tray of tapas to try out (might I add for free)! Then a random server (not our original server) came over and put a plate of Brussels sprouts on our tables. Everyone goes "um wait, we didn't order these.. sir um" to which he replies "there on the house" OK more free tapas??.. cool with me! I ate it was solely because it was free and also b/c I've never had Brussels sprouts. Overall they were pretty good. Got a chance to try the fried cabbage off my cousins plate. First time having fried cabbage and boy were they delicious! Then my cousin let me sample ..well ok eat the majority of her Patatas Bravas (fried potatoes)) which came with aioli sauce.. and these were equally well prepared and tasty as the fried cabbage. Another friend ordered the hanger steak which looked really good.. she complained it was fatty but um what do you expect lol its a steak hun! Now lets get to the disappointing factor: I asked for a dessert menu, not once, but twice. But no dessert menu in sight. *Shrugs, guess they forgot about lil ol me* Overall, a really cute spot.. if you like tapas.. I really don't care for them so I wont be back anytime soon but maybe to check out their wine bar!!! Note: If you want to opt out of ordering any food, they have a cute lil bar area circling the restaurant! Also noticed their extensive, now when I mean extensive.. i mean EXTENSIVE wine list. Like 6 or 7 pages of wine.. I'm no wine connoisseur but I assume if I was one I'd have a field day here.
(3)Tricia D.
Yummy food (Hazelnut Delight w Coconut ice cream, chorizo & figs, hanger steak), great ambiance, very reasonable prices, and drink options to satisfy everyone. Make your reservation early!
(4)Lili A.
Love the flan. Great atmosphere
(4)Bethany L.
My husband and I were looking forward to coming here for weeks, but when we arrived the power was out... We decided to stay anyways and eat what they could serve. We had the best time! Our server Quentin was so awesome! Start to finish he worked extra hard to make our time there wonderful! We will be coming back for sure.
(5)Jonathan F.
Where do I even begin talking about Barcelona? This place is the best tapas in town as far as I'm concerned. The atmosphere when you walk in is great. It is an upclass feel with a laid back attitude where everyone is enjoying each others company along with fantastic food plates and wonderful wines. I went with my wife and another couple who invited us for an evening out at one of their favorite places. They recommended trying a cheese plate, which was delicious. The waittress we had picked out three cheeses for us at our behest and we were very pleased with her choices based on our description of our tastes. Once we started ordering the small plates things really took off to taste town. Again, ask your server to recommend some choices. They know the menu well and will find suitable choices for your pallet. The main course was a meat plate with ny strip steak, pork chop, chicken, and sausage. It was increadibly good. The pork chop was tender and flavorful and a lot of places will dry it out by over cooking but this place nailed it. The wine list is extensive and epic to say the least and the dessert menu is just as good as the rest of the menu. The wait staff is so knowledgeable and helpful when you are trying to navigate their extensive menu. It doesn't matter if you are a first time diner or a repeat customer who wants to mix things up, they will lead you to the promised land of culinary bliss.
(5)Justine B.
I had reservations here for Valentine's Day 2015 for 9 PM. I arrived at 9 PM and had to stand and wait for an entire hour before we were seated. One of the managers, however, did treat us to complimentary sangria since the wait was so long. Once we were finally seated at 10, we sat at the table for about 10 mins waiting on a server, but since it was so packed and busy, I wound up flagging down a server. Everything moved pretty smooth from there. The bread for the table was very warm, soft on the inside, crusty on the outside, and served with olive oil- very good. Ask your server to add some cracked black pepper to it! As far as the tapas, I ordered three for myself: chorizo w/ sweet and sour figs, albondigas (the meatballs), and the Iberico a la plancha (essentially pork steak). The chorizo w/ sweet and sour figs were so good! Whatever sauce they were in was perfect. The meatballs were also delicious, as the tomato sauce was seasoned to perfection and the meatballs themselves were moist. The Iberico pork was grilled to medium-which I find is not common for pork- but the flavors and sautéed garlic and onion set it off just right. Overall, I enjoyed my experience and would definitely go back. I'm looking forward to getting this experience without all the hooplah from Valentine's Day.
(4)Michael O.
One of the most romantic and cozy places to take your significant other. We loved this place! We went to Barcelona, Spain a week before went here. It is literally just like Barcelona for real! Felt like we were back on vacay! We went for Brunch and boy are those French toast and jamon good! The décor is mesmerizing. Be prepared to pay for valet parking.
(5)Asma A.
This place is great! All I'm thinking is why has it taken me soo long to come here?!? If you haven't been here yet, get your butt off the couch and head here! This place is an all-rounder type of place: good for a date, girls night out, brunch, group of friends; you name it! It has indoor seating, outdoor seating, bar area, and an outside patio with a cute fireplace! Definitely a place you can be cozy during the winter/cold nights! I can just imagine: it's a cold starry night, as you sit outside next to your significant other, wrapped in a blanket, in front of the fireplace, with perhaps a glass of wine in your hand! *perfect* oh let's not forget the great tapas style food! So let's see what you should get: potatoes empanadas, kabobs (these are a must!!!), but they are served in an odd number :-(, lamb chops (two pieces, but they were perfectly cooked)... You Definitely wanna come in a group so you can order a few things and be able to try them all, just remember to order multiples as most of these tapas come with 2-3 pieces each!
(4)Jennifer B.
This place is dangerous - too many delicious so-called "small plates" that pack a lot of flavor and variety (and calories). Before you know it, you're 4-5 small plates in, add a couple of glasses of wine & well, you better work out tomorrow. We skipped the dessert though they sounded tempting - there was just no room in the tum. Love sitting outside on the side of Barcelona - yes, your view is the parking valet, but a little breeze comes around the corner. In front across the street more condos! Inman Park is growing "up" since it can't grow "out". You can even access Barcelona from the Beltline from the back. You have to walk up to the entrance but how cool is that? Very good, well-paced service. We enjoyed sharing plates, good cocktails & nice out of the norm wine selection (you won't see these at Kroger).
(4)Amy H.
Wow. This place was pretty awesome. Atmosphere is awesome, get a little dressed up go out with the girls sit in the bar area, or enjoy some cocktails on the patio, or have your romantic weekend date!! We went with another couple and we decided that there were WAY too many items on the menu and we wanted the waiter to just bring WHATEVER and match a nice bottle of wine with what we got. We got SO many things that I cannot remember all but the roasted garlic bulbs were awesome. When I saw them I was like "whaaaat?? I gotta eat that?" oh those were good I cannot believe I have been missing out! Although this was my first encounter so needless to say DON'T PASS THOSE UP! I loved the mushrooms with the goat cheese, great combo, beat salad was yummy. The black hanger steak was goooood the server ordered us one and we told him it would be best to bring two more! Really good, flavorful, juicy, and tender. Loved the shrimp in wine sauce as well! We really had so much I cannot remember everything but the wine and the food it was good! I know it was a bit pricey but it was a great meal with good people and I just really commend the server for knowing what to pick out.
(5)Chris N.
The best thing I've had is the suckling pig. From what I understand, it used to be a Sunday only plate, but now they serve it on weekdays. Try it, you won't be disappointed. I hate pork rinds, but the ones on this dish were excellent! Other dishes that are very good are the paella and various tapas.
(4)Christopher T.
My wife and I ate here last night for the first time. We picked at random off a list of restaurants participating in Inman Park Restaurant Week and ended up at Barcelona Wine Bar & Restaurant. We had a fantastic experience! The tapas are incredible - it is obvious the chef(s) really put their heart into the food. Our cocktails were also excellent. What really made our experience though was the service. It is rare to see staff & servers working together as a team so seamlessly. Our drinks were always filled, and they perfectly timed the delivery of our (8) tapas! It felt like the moment we finished the last bite of one the next was arriving. This kept our table free of clutter too! The managers were friendly and asked how we were when we were coming and going. Phenomenal food and service! Check this place out!
(5)JoanaLola F.
We have been to this restaurant four times, and have always tried something different, as well as sticking to the things we liked. Though most of the things on their menu are delicious, we have to say that some things are just not what would be served in Spain. Here are some of our impressions: - Gambas as aljito: In Spain the shrimp used for this dish are small (as big as a tip of a finger) loaded with minced garlic and olive oil. At Barcelona they use the big shrimp (about the size of a thumb), sliced garlic, and chili peppers. - Plancha: not at all like they do it in Spain, but it tasted ok. - Boquerones: A serving of Boquerones in Spain is never less than 10-15 fish, yet at Barcelona they only serve 6 of them. - Paella: We have to say that the paella at Barcelona is pretty good. We ordered a mixed paella (seafood and meat), and the taste was impeccable. However, just two little suggestions: use more saffron (the rice was quite white), and, for the meat paella, use chicken rather than pork, as well as chorizo rather than the sausage that was in it. - Croquetas de manchego y jamon: Simply delicious - Figs with sweet and sour chorizo: though this isn't a dish we had ever had in Spain, it was still quite tasty. Dunking the bread in the sauce makes it that much better.
(4)Chrissie A.
Came here for Brunch and was really impressed with the menu. Favorite dishes: Steak and eggs - chimichurri was awesome, sunny side up eggs cooked perfectly, and the skillet potatoes are some of the most delicious things ever. mushrooms with goat cheese empanadas steak with truffle charred broccoli I wish I could think of more things, but honestly, this place is great. Everything we had was tasty.
(4)Mindy D.
Great GNO! Cocktails were refreshing and the tapas were amazing! Service was above and beyond. The restaurant and bar have a fun and sophisticated atmosphere. We dined outside. Highly recommend the calamari, cabbage and croquettas tapas.
(5)Food L.
Lovely outdoor seating...perfect for a weekend lunch! Was there on a Sunday afternoon and had beef empanadas (were ok), calamari (crispy and delicious), lemon ricotta pancakes (light ad fluffy). Enjoyed the food and atmosphere.
(4)John B.
The first time I went here I thought this was an elaborate ploy to steal my passport (the last time I was in the mother country I had my passport stolen, so I'm always on edge when the words Barcelona arise). I'm happy to report my passport wasn't stolen and this place deserves to be put down as one of Atlanta's premier venues. Cole is correct when he describes the attractive women, wonderful tapas, and anchor-location for the up and rising Inman Park. 1/2 bottles of wine can prove dangerous, so ride your bike. This place is pretty awesome. I love the art work in particular. This is one of the few places I've seen John Lennon pose for a woman other than Yoko. Last time I was here I had the chance to meet with the DJ, and he was cool and keeping the groove going throughout the evening. The wine selection is top-notch. Definitely worth a visit or six.
(5)Kay M.
Love the rustic atmosphere. My favorite part is the outdoor fire place with couch located close by. Food is just okay to me. It is a tapas style restaurant with some larger entrees available. I've been here multiple times for the atmosphere, fireplace and of course the wine. The staff is very knowledgeable about the wines and always had great recommendations for whatever you are in the mood for.
(4)Morgan W.
Barcelona is an awesome spot to go with a group so you can order a bunch of tapas and try a little bit of everything...along with of course ordering a few bottles of wine. I really enjoyed everything and the service was great. I would recommend the squash and the roasted garlic. Make sure to go ahead and make a reservation...it fills up fast!
(4)Christian T.
Waited over 45 minutes for a reservation. Called at like 5 to make the reservation and even asked if it was going to be packed. The guy said "I don't know, it varies from night to night." C'mon bro, I've worked in a restaurant before, of course it's going to get packed on a Friday night! Director if hospitality came out to us, real nice guy. After 45 minutes, I just couldn't wait another twenty minutes for a table. The food that the waiters were carrying looked nice tho?
(1)Lindsay W.
Love to overcrowd. Credit card machines down. Food late, recommend trying on a non weekend night. Moving on...
(3)Jane E.
Truly excellent vibes and that's what the stars are for. But the food isn't all that good to me. It's tapas style btw. We tried about 6 or so dishes... meatball dish, chicken dish, garlic dish, salad dish, couple other veggie and meat dishes, dessert... I'll look at the menu to get the specific names You have about 3-4 servers, there's no one sever per table... I think its more per section. Which might actually help get the food out quicker?? idk. There was live music the night we came, really enjoyed that. The manager was very nice! We got wine service while waiting in line... nice. Definitely a place to try if you haven't been here.
(4)Kiev R.
I wanted to be impressed by Barcelona Atlanta but alas, I walked away more disappointed than blown away. We headed to Barcelona because of their late hours and good reputation, arriving around 11 PM. Even at that hour, the place was in full swing and filled with a good number of people. But it wasn't so full to justify the full 5 minutes it took the hostesses to notice our presence (even though we were standing less than 3 feet from them) simply because they were too busy gabbing. Okay... not off to a great start. Once seated, our waiter greeted us and frankly he was awesome (and is the sole reason my review was elevated to 3 stars). He answered all of our questions about the menu and when asked, offered his recommendations and preferred wine selections. Barcelona Atlanta has a limited late night menu but our waiter took the extra step of querying the kitchen about preparing something that's offered on the regular menu instead (which they had no problem obliging). However, we asked for this exception in the first place because we found the late night menu to be very limiting in its variety. The food itself is very good, flavorful, well prepared, and well presented. As with any tapas restaurant, you expect small portions and to order numerous dishes but I found Barcelona Atlanta to be a little on the expensive side thus if you're wanting a true tapas experience, be prepared to spend a lot of money. Overall, Barcelona Atlanta provides a grown and laid back environment (which would be a great first date place!) so I'd be willing to give it another try.
(3)Allison R.
It's been a while since I've been here, and yet even still, hands down best in the city. I go out to eat a LOT and Barcelona, by far, is the best all around in Atlanta. From the expertly prepared food to the well thought out wine selection and the impeccable service--I am never disappointed. The new manager Brad couldn't be more warm, welcoming, and accommodating. The bar staff is friendly and well prepared to give excellent suggestions on wine pairings at a variety of price points. Service staff is well spoken and entirely delightful. Any issue I may have ever had has immediately been remedied as soon I mentioned something to any one of the outstanding management staff. Truly, not enough great things to say about this place.
(5)Maggie W.
This place has a great selection of wine, delicious food, and a seriously fun atmosphere. I've been here several times and plan on coming several more! It's really hard to park in the area and every time I have made a reservation they have been so nice at working with me to move it back when it's taking a while to park. Great service.
(4)HJM M.
Easily one of my faves! The location, the building, parking/valet, servers, beautiful people, food and drinks, decor and just everything about this place is just great. The bartenders are friendly and knowledgeable. And in the afternoons, you can go in alone, have a seat at the bar and either do done reading or talk to other happy people around you. I typically just graze when I'm there. The charcuterie plates and cheese selection are awesome and just ask a server or bartender about wine pairing and you'll be all set. Other restaurants should try to mimic this place.
(5)Karly G.
I'm still a fan of this place, been here 3 times and I love their food, their atmosphere, their service... but a few thing needs to change. 1. Their Parking 2. RSVP needs to be honored at least within a reasonable amount of time... I can wait for 15-20 min. for a table... not an hour and a half. Granted, they did try to make things right by offering complimentary tapas, but I'm there to pay for my food. 3. They need to expand the waiting/bar area because it was a complete chaos on any given night seems like. HOWEVER, I freaking love this place. I had just about every dish on their menu and the charred broccoli was the least of my favorite. It is charred and bitter. The suckling pig, the fried red snapper and chorizo + digs are amazing. The food has been consistent since my first visit. I can't wait to catch them on a slow day so that I can finally bask in the sun while dining in their patio. It is a noisy place because people are having fun, eating wonderful food and drinking good wine. People who have issues or want a nice quiet dinner - stay home. One more thing... they do not frown upon you for bringing in your own dessert nor do they charge a ridiculous fee for plating. I brought in a cake for a friend and they took off with the cake without interrogating me.
(5)Dorina C.
Love, love, love this place! Love their food, drinks, especially their white sangria Flora, very light and fruity, but what I like the most is their desert, the crepes, which are to die for!
(4)Janelle D.
We stopped in here for lunch. It was a perfect fall day - crisp, blue skies, a comfortable chill in the air, sunshine... We decided to sit out like most everyone else. On the way to seat us, the phone rang and the hostess, who was very personable and friendly, picked it up to ask them to hold. While that was going on, a man who had been walking in our direction stopped to ask if we were okay, and we let him know we were waiting to be seated. He decided to step in and seat us, and he turned out to be the owner. He was very charming and warm, and he told us about the menu, and shook our hands before leaving - it really felt like he wanted us there. I had a wine flight, the Rioja (see pic). It was SO good; some of the best wine I've had in a while and the perfect complement to my food. They have a HUGE wine selection, a sherry selection, lots of beers... We started with some meat and cheese ($6.50 for one, $17.50 for three). We had soft pork chorizo, the bleu cow and goat's milk cheese and the pork jowls. No complaints at all. The little bit of guava paste is a perfect addition - such an amazing combo of flavors. The meats were fantastic and the cheese was strong, but I love that. They brought us out meatballs because they had an extra order and I was so glad they did because it's not something I would have picked and it was so flavorful and tender. We also had the chorizo and figs too (what can I say, we love that darn sausage) and it was such an incredible combo of spicy and sweet. Pic added. Unfortuantely, we waited a very long time for the warm potato tortilla - our waitress suddenly disappeared after checking on us to see if it was out - and after almost half hour we asked them to take it off the menu so we could leave. They brought it to us to go anyway (and it didn't disappoint!). It didn't ruin our experience - sometimes things happen and sometimes you're the one who's just gotta deal. Overall, the food was delicious, they kept our waters filled, and the atmosphere was comfortable. I would definitely go back.
(4)Robert A.
I give this place 4 stars for the overall experience. 3.5 for the food, 4 for the atmosphere and 4.5 for the service. Wife and I went and had sangria and red wine to start. She had the house red which was fine and I had the sangria which was a little too sweet for me but still tasted OK. We started with the cacciatore and soft goat's milk cheese. Growing up in a predominantly Italian area in the NY/NJ area this was a common antipasta and this version of it was good. Not the best 've ever had but it was well executed and worth the money. 3 stars. Next we started with the gazpacho and the chorizo + sweet-sour figs. The gazpacho had a nice flavor to it, not bland but not overly spicy either. 4 stars. The chorizo and figs were excellent as well. The sausage was very good and the caramelized brown sugar reduction on the figs was a dinner highlight for me. 5 stars. Next was the snapper a la plancha and short rib shooters. The snapper was well cooked but too mild in flavor for me. My wife likes her fish bland so she enjoyed it more than I did but the salsa verde just needed something more to make it pop. 3 stars. The short ribs were excellent. Tender and flavorful and the horseradish sauce was well balanced. 4.5 stars. We ended dinner with espresso and flan. The espresso was very good but if you are one of those coffee addicts that want it to be thick as mud then you will be disappointed. It had a full flavor without being overwhelming. 4 stars. The flan was the best surprised all night. I'm not a fan of this but my wife thought that since this is a Spanish themed restaurant then we should go with it. She could not have been more right. We both agreed that this is the best flan we have ever had. It is little moments like this that I find small joys in. It was creamy, not too heavy and had an excellent taste. 5 stars.
(4)Lauren P.
Barcelona is super cool with a nice menu and drink selection. Th interior is sexy and modern. The wait staff is good looking and educated on the menu items and friendly. Barcelona is located in the heart of VA highlands with a very young crowd of business professionals. Mon- Thursday nights you will see urban dwellers and cool hipster kids mixed in with working professionals. On the weekends you will see rich OTP dwellers trying hard to fit in but sadly are given awayby their OTP dress code of baggy Sears Dad jeans and Ross dress shirts, with a white t- shirt underneath and square toe shoes.
(4)Nikki G.
Had a great experience there. The staff were very friendly and knowledgable, and gave good recommendations. I only had small plates but the flank steak with truffle vinaigrette and the charred broccoli were amazing.
(4)Jonathan S.
Cougar central. Ridiculous. Definitely get the lamb chops. Skip out on the shrimp, the calamari, and the croquettes. The thing that sets this place apart from Eclipse Di Luna is the location. Sitting outside is a nice experience. However, I would avoid the low lounge tables; eating is awkward on those tables. Barcelona is a good place for a group outing. It's not necessarily a good place for a date. It gets loud, and the cougars drink a lot of wine and start yelling crazy things.
(4)Bonnie C.
Awesome!!! The tapas and the neighborhood are amazing!!! Thank you!
(5)Melissa I.
This my favorite restaurant in Atlanta and I go to many of them! First of all, when you pull up, valet is easy and friendly. Secondly, when you walk up, you start feeling the ambiance and greeted openly by the hostess and manager. The bar and wine selection is amazing! Great date place and social gathering for any occasion. Highly recommend reservations as it gets packed even on a Wednesday sometimes. The food, delicious! My favorites are the ham Manchego croquets, sheep cheese, meat plate and fig preserve chorizo for starters. The mixed seafood paella is yummy and worth the 45 minute wait, so order it first thing. Sean the hospitality manager really goes out of his way to make a lasting impression and make your special occasion just what it should be and the reason why you dine out. Hands down, best place for tapas! I'm hoping to experience their brunch soon :)
(5)Ãipan P.
Amazing food, great environment and service :) highly recommended for special evenings.
(5)Cole O.
Amazing place to meet attractive women. Barcelona has that on lock. As I have visited this Catalan party city on multiple occasions - I was excited when this place was first opening up back in the day. It has stayed true. Tapas are off the hook. Wine list is comprehensive. Doug the bartender is cool as can be. 1/2 Bottles of Wine for Sunday brunches. Do you really want to tell me that isn't the best idea ever for young single people to meet one another. I have even taken my best friends mother to dinner here on a Friday night. This Inman Park hot-spot is my type of place. Ride your bike there - it is right on the Atlanta Beltline.
(5)Matt N.
Great restaurant! Awesome for treating out of town people and going on a date. Tapas restaurant with great cheeses, hanger steak, and other small plates. Amazing service as well. Will definitely be returning!
(5)Marcus Z.
After having lived in Atlanta for 2 years now, and after having dined at Barcelona on numerous occasions, I am finally ready to write a review! Although I say ready as if I was waiting. Haha. I just haven't gotten around to it. Barcelona is a great tapas bar/hang out spot located in Inman Park. It's got that great rustic decor and a pretty badass patio. Go for the fireplace on cool nights. It really enhances the experience. The service is...well...mixed. I've experienced phenomenal service. I've experience deplorable service. However, in the past few months, I've noticed an enhancement in the workings of the restaurant. Rumor has it that the former exec chef walked out and now there's a new chef. Since then, things have been running smoothly, food has been consistent, service has been wonderful. And now the food... The thing I love about tapas restaurants is that they allow me to experience many different things at once. I love this Spanish style of eating. Everyone gets to share! Of course, it can get expensive. I adore the hangar steak with the truffle sauce. Lots of yum factor. The mushrooms and goat cheese are creamy and delicious. The anchoïade...salty, briny, fishy, delicious. The charred broccoli is superb. It comes with an anchovy cream sauce that is quite aromatic and flavorful. The beet and walnut salad with blue cheese always pleases my palate. It's sweet, salty and nutty. I love flavor combinations like that. And finally, the dulce de leche crepes. I can't say enough there. Tender crepes, dulce de leche, vanilla ice cream, whipped cream. It's almost too much decadence. Barcelona also had a great wine program. And they make a pretty good sangria. I would love to give Barcelona 5 stars, but I never leave absolutely blown away. It's a great spot, but there's one particular tapas restaurant in Decatur that I find outstanding. Also, the inconsistencies I've encountered sort of hurt their image.
(4)Shelly G.
The first time I came here I did the family style tapas option with a large group. The food was amazing, but I'll admit the service was a bit off. Our waitress spilled half a bottle of wine on the table (but they did get us a new bottle). Half our party drank wine and the other half didn't, so we agreed that the drinkers would pay an extra $11. I opted out of wine and remember the receipt was correct when I signed it, only to notice later on my bank statement that I had been charged the extra $11. Weird. I called them and they were very nice, took down my credit card info, and told me they would take the charge off. It never was, but oh well. Other than that, every experience since then has been positive. My friends and I love coming here for half off bottles of wine on Sunday's. They have great food, service, music, and a sweet patio. Also their free bread is really good, and they aren't stingy about it.
(4)Christine P.
I will not be coming here again. I was extremely disappointed with not only the wait staff but with the food. This was my first experience at Barcelona after friends that I came with mentioned their past experienced were good ones. I will start off by saying they were a bit disappointed as well. After not being seated when the majority of my party had arrived, even though we made a reservation days in advance, our waiter came over to take our drink orders. He was very difficult to hear, even though the restaurant was not noisy. We received our drinks in a timely manner, and they were good - I ordered the Summer St. Sling. It seemed pretty simple and not very strong however. We then gave our menu orders - I had the Butternut squash (which was really a salad) and the prime rib. Our food came out timely as well, but I was disappointed in the portion and the fillers used. The woman who brought out the items couldn't tell us what they were either when asked. Others at my table ordered the meatballs, mushrooms/goat cheese, and scallops. There were about 4 small cubes of butternut squash atop arugula and 2 small drops of cheese. I understand it is tapas, but this was even smaller than others I have had and very sub-par. The prime rib was also over-cooked and chewy. The mushroom/goat cheese was much too rich and drenched in sherry I believe. The scallops, ordered by 2 at my table, were the biggest disappointment. They had 5 huge, thick slices of limes on a wooden plate, then a chunk of avocado, and then small bits of scallops. I would not have recognized it as scallop meat based on the presentation. My friend, who had ordered this menu item before, mentioned that last time she ordered this 3 huge scallops were served, not a few tiny chunks. They also hurried us with our food. They asked to take our plates when they were still half full, they took our silverware (I had to ask for an additional set), and the waiter did not check in once. The staff also fell and yelled across the dining area in front of us. I was disappointed when over $35 later, I came out with a still hungry belly and a to-be paid valet ticket. I would not recommend this restaurant.
(2)Teresa L.
We walked by this restaurant yesterday and found that there is a sign now! It is beside the entry door on a window, but the letters are dark on a dark background. It is nearly impossible to see. There are a lot of words on the awning, but the restaurant name isn't one of them.
(5)Andrew D.
I enjoy Barcelona, and its crowd. it is a solid go to spot to start a night, or chill out and have a few drinks and small bites. The food is not ground breaking, but is always consistent. I have enjoyed the potatoes bravas, wild salmon, grilled steak, empanadas, chorizo and figs, mixed meat plate, eggplant, ect. Barcelona is a better chain out of Connecticut, think coolest place in town in New Haven, or Stamford. It it in my opinion a little less authentic Spanish fare, as it is cool scene. Scene wise, dining in the bar area, or outside on the terrace is the way to go. I have found the table service to always be quite good. As for the drinks and bartenders, I don't know it just seems like such a shit-show to get a drink or chair at the bar. Then once i order a scotch on the rocks, the pour is rather weak. So that is really my only gripe. That said, I do appreciate that they have a very diverse wine list. Their beer list, though limited, has nice options. My top picks are the Choirzo and figs,eggplant, and empanadas. Although everything seems fairly reasonable in price, tabs do move up fast here. You have been warned!
(4)Hart P.
One of the best restaurants in Atlanta. Family of 6, so we ordered the chef's choice of tapas, really enjoyed the corn salad tapas and mushrooms. followed up with a 3 person paella, more than enough for all.
(5)cindy m.
Service is great. Food ok. Pricey. Tapas can add up quickly. Especially if you are hungry!
(4)J D.
From start to finish service was five star. Super friendly to the point where it almost seemed fake, but it was real and sustained and clearly indicated the people working there love to serve. The atmosphere is hip, the lighting perfect, and the vibe sublime. The food was also really good. The potatas bravas were the best, but the crisp cauliflower I devoured with equal interest. I also has the grouper, olives, bread and crepas for dessert. No complaints. Content as can be right now. The price was astonishingly low for such a great all around experience. Coming back often!!
(5)Courtney M.
TAPAS TAPAS TAPAS. Sangria! Super Service! #DatPatioTho! Not much can be improved when you're already the juicy peach floating at the top of a glass of sangria, if you know what I mean! Barcelona was a great place to meet up with my friend. We indulged in all the right ways: shrimp, hanger steak, patatas, shaved mushroom salad, and a tortilla with delicious pork. Oh, and plentiful sangria. I love that this place has such a fantastic menu - lots of options = lots of reasons to return! I can't wait to come back to Atlanta (and Barcelona)!
(5)Jade P.
I had been hearing so many good things about this place, so I'm so glad that I finally got to go last night. And it definitely lived up to the hype. The aesthetic is modern, yet comfortable. The outdoor seating along the sidewalk feels just like a European restaurant. The servers are very attentive and knowledgeable. I'm not too familiar with the tapas style of eating, so they guided me and my table through what a traditional Spanish tapas meal looked like. They were also very knowledgeable about their extensive wine list. The Garnacha flight that my friend ordered was delicious, especially the Breca (girl's best friend ;) The food was fantastic. I had the Melon and Pea salad (savory watermelon and cantelope is to die for!), the Hanger Steak (with black truffle vinaigrette!) and the Whipped Sheep's Milk Cheese (YUMMO.) Three tapas plates and a glass of wine and you're good to go! Also, because I became a US Citizen yesterday, the servers treated us to a glass of sparkling wine, which was a nice welcome to the country :) I'll definitely be back!
(5)D.J. K.
My second time dining here. I made reservations at 8pm, but due to the weather and limited patio seating and reservations backed up we did not get a table until 9:15. To make up for the long wait time they gave us 5 free tapas, pitcher of sangria, paella all on the house. What would have been a $150 tab came out to $50 for our group of 4. We of course tipped generously. I can't justify the food being on par with the prices, but I will say service is top of the line. We had the floor manager and several of the servers come by our table to make sure we were taken care of. Really felt like VIPs especially on such a busy night. 5 stars for service less one star for the less than stellar food. I will comment on the mussels tapa...there was no sauce..usually there is "soup/broth" filled in the bowl of mussels to give it flavoring, but there was barely any and mussels were TINY. Not sure if that was intentional or they were in a rush and just sent the dish out...
(4)Meenal P.
I was visiting Atlanta for the weekend..and we decided to do a tapas dinner. I couldn't have asked for a better experience! I loved Inman Park and the atmosphere as well as the food at Barcelona! We went quite late to dinner but the crowd was still there. They have a nice patio section for seating; the interior is an awesome area as well. I loved my food as well as the service! Go here if you want a nice time with amazing food!
(5)Rachel B.
This place has a great atmosphere, amazing tapas, and an extensive wine selection. I wish I could give it five stars... We came around 11:00pm on a Thursday, after reading on Yelp that the restaurant was open until 12:00. When we were seated, we were told that we could only order off of the late night menu and that the bar and kitchen, would be doing last call in 5 minutes. That being said, our waiter was friendly, helpful, and attentive. Even though it was a bit rushed, we enjoyed our meal, until the manager came over to our table and asked us to leave. We finished our food, paid our bill, and were just finishing our wine and waiting for our Uber ride, and the staff was still performing their closing duties. The manager, decided he needed to make a stronger point that he wanted us to leave, so he instructed a waiter who was closing the outside section to leave the door that was directly behind us open, on a night that was 25 degrees outside, in an attempt to freeze us out. When I explained that we were just waiting for our ride he said curtly, "that's fine." Having worked in restaurants myself, I was pretty taken aback by how rude he was. It is really a shame that the delicious food and attention of friendly waiters was completely ruined by the manager, someone who's job it is to uphold a higher standard. That experience turned me off to this restaurant.
(3)Moosa D.
Food: 4/5 Service: 4/5 Atmosphere: 4/5
(4)Kevin Q.
Awful. Waiters kept changing and forgot the champagne I requested for my friend's birthday. The first person I spoke to kept telling me to sit down at the bar, which had no empty seats. The tapas were tasty but small and placed at the wrong sides of the table. The entrees were also way too salty. Would not come again.
(1)Caroline J.
I came here two years ago for my 21st birthday and the food surpassed my expectations! I am a Spanish major and have always wanted to try authentic paella and tapas and was so excited to find this place. A little pricey but for a special occasion or just for drinks and tapas it is well worth it! I want to go back ASAP. :)
(5)Megan N.
We came and had to wait a little bit for our table, but the service after was great. The sangria is delicious and the chocolate dessert is a must! Great place to come for drinks and a good dinner!
(5)Stephanie L.
One of my favorite bars in Atlanta! You'll never find a complaint from me about this place... The staff is so amazing as well as the food and wine!
(5)Rakesh P.
Right from the start the wait staff were excellent. They were extremely nice, talkative, and helpful with the menu and extensive wine list. The atmosphere on a Monday night was surprisingly buzzing (probably because of the deal they have on wine, half off on full bottles on Monday nights). The food was excellent. We had the jamon iberico, which was sliced in front of us and was absolutely gorgeous. We also ate the manchego + jamon croquettes, blistered peppers, gambas al ajillo (shrimp), and pan roasted venison, all of which were delicious, particularly the venison. We couldn't help ourselves and ordered dessert, the warm chocolate hazelnut indulgence, crepas salguero, and the flan catalan. They were all good but the warm chocolate hazelnut indulgence is the best. We'll definitely be coming back here for the service and the food
(5)Julie S.
I went back to Barcelona and had a much better experience. I tried a variety of the menu and some of the tapas really knocked it out of the park. I love love LOVED dessert where we split the crepe and the churros. Amazing. I also once again loved the Bobal wine. Completely changed my opinion of this place and I definitely want to come back to take part of their half off bottles of wine Sunday special.
(4)Megan K.
This is absolutely one of my favorite joints in Atlanta and definitely my favorite tapas place. The food: I have only done tapas here so I can't speak for the paella, entrees, or mixed grills. There's a huge variety of tapas to choose from so it's hard to pick, but every single one I've ordered is full of flavor. The details are important here and that comes out in the food. My picks: abondigas (meatballs), sweet and sour figs w chorizo, calamari (my all time favorite calamari!!), and the mussels. The mussels are important because of the broth that you absolutely must dip the fresh bread in which brings me to my next topic..... The bread: Everything you order is just a support for this bread. The warm, toasty, wheaty bread is everything. The drinks: I can only speak for sangria but it's excellent! Warning: this is STRONG sangria. 4 of us ordered a pitcher last night and we had a very strong buzz (ok my mother in law was drunk) by the end of the meal! The service: impeccable. Some of the best service I've ever had a resto each and every time I'm there. Attentive, interactive, constant refills and plate clearing, but never over the top. During our first visit, the hospitality manager welcomed us to the city with a few tokens for free tapas. Great food, great people!
(5)John C.
My wife and I have been going to Barcelona for the last couple years and we love it. It's a great spot for a date night, or just to come for a drink and a bite to eat. Here's why it works for any situation: * They have the best wine list in Atlanta. Even if you aren't a super fan of Spanish wines, they'll find you something you'll love. The have about 100 to choose from. * Best service model. You always have 2 servers working for you so even if they're busy, you won't be waiting very long. And they're all funny and laid back. * Great people. We met the manager, Sean, during a busy night at the restaurant, and he's always made us feel welcome each time we've been back. * Options. You can spend a lot or a little, and either way you'll feel satisfied. They have tons of tapas - for 1 or 2 people, veggie or meat, etc. - so you can taylor the meal to your evening. Barcelona is one of our favorite restaurants in the city and we'll be back soon. If you want a good meal at a beautifully-designed, well-managed spot, this is it.
(5)Kim P.
While visiting Atlanta we decided to try Barcelona Atlanta and were not disappointed. Tapas Ordered: Patatas Bravas Croquettes Gambas as Aijillo Grilled Hanger Steak Albondigas Spicy Beef Empanadas Crispy Calamari Chicken Milanese Duck Also ordered the mariscos paella for two which was huge. The tapas were really good. I loved every one of them with the exception of the duck. Duck wasn't bad, just not great compared to all of the other tapas. Paella was also just ok in my opinion. However, I could rave on and on about the other tapas we ate. They have an extensive wine list which inc. a green wine which we ordered (first tried it in Portugal). Service was prompt and attentive. Atmosphere was really lively, esp. for a Sunday night. Chic decor. Would highly recommend.
(5)Leah B.
So, really this place is like a 4.5, but some extras bumped it up for me. The service is fantastic, the sangria is some kind of delicious. We had: 1.) Manchego, Jamon Iberico, y jamon serrano to start: 5 friggin stars. They make amazing pigs in Spain. 2. ) Manchego & jamon croquettes. Don't judge me. I like Spanish pigs. I just said it. 5 stars. 3.) Corn salad. My husband loved it, but it wasn't to my taste, 5 stars from him, 3 from me...let's call it 4 stars 4.) Gambas al ajilo. Delicious shrimp in butter. I mean, 5 stars, obviously. 5.) Patatas bravas. 5 stars from me, 3 from the hubs, but I'm writing this and this is like my favorite food ever, so 5 stars. 6.) Hangar steak. I did not like this at all. It was so beautifully cooked, but that sauce wasn't doing anything for me. 3 stars from me, 5 from the hubs. 4 stars. 7.) ALBONDIGAS, which is my favorite word ever. Too Italian tasting for me and didn't fit in at all with our other picks. 2 starts from me, 5 from the hubs. so like 3 stars
(5)Castell T.
Food was really good. However, there was a big BUT! Even we had a reservation they made us wait more than 1hour!!!! And the worst part, is that went we got there no one told us It would take a while! THEY JUST SAID" it is going to be a minute" we asked like 3 times for our table and the guy at the front desk told us the same.... And we were not the only ones, most of the people who was there had a reservation and they waited between 45 minutes to 1:30hours!!! They should not make reservations that the ones they can really take! That is a shame!!!
(4)Adriana P.
Been to Barcelona twice and both times have been amazing! This past Monday we enjoyed some Inman Park Restaurant week specials and half-priced bottles (which is a usual Monday deal). The wine list is very extensive and can be overwhelming even for a wine aficionado like me, but the servers are always very helpful. Our server, Joseph, made some excellent resiling recommendations! Some of the must-try tapas are the patatas bravas, the herb and mushroom goat cheese, and the beef empanadas. I have heard great things about their Sunday brunch, so think I'm going to try that next :)
(4)Jenna S.
This is one of my favorite spots around Atlanta. I come here often to sit on the patio, drink lots of good wine and nosh on tasty bites. Service is good, food is delicious and wine is yummy. I especially love the fact that wines are available in "taste" size, which is basically a half glass. So, I can sample several wines and still be standing. Great spot!!
(5)Lalan S.
I live in Ct and have been addicted to them since their first one ( or one of their first ones) in SoNo, CT. The ATL one definitely keeps up and does better. Took some of my staff from work there who are also good friends - lots of great attention from the manager and the waitress. Food was wonderful - I can honestly say there is nothing I have had on their menu that you shouldn't have. They change their menu seasonally, and the concept of tapas makes it fun to try new things every time you go back. If you haven't been go soon and get hooked
(5)Ashley H.
Stopped in for lunch after a morning of apartment hunting. Moving from CT to ATL, we were familiar with the Barcelona restaurant. We met Sean, who immediately welcomed us and started telling us about the area and himself. He even suggested we check out the AMLI apartments, which we did and are moving into on 10/10!!! Anyways, he was a great guy and I can't wait to get back there once we move! Thanks for your friendly and outgoing vibe!!
(5)Michael E.
What's good is not always popular, and what's popular is not always good, but Barcelona is a rare example of a restaurant that is both popular and delicious. This place is a classic double-edged sword. On the one hand, the tapas are excellent and the service is friendly and attentive. On the other, Barcelona has all the raucousness of Buffalo Wild Wings on a Sunday afternoon. If you're willing to put up with some obnoxious patrons here or there, Barcelona has some solid-value tapas. If Iberian Pig is the Maserati of tapas, Barcelona is BMW.
(4)Judith C.
I came here for a friend's 25th birthday party. It was packed, so lucky for us, we had a party reservation for about 10 people. We sat outside and the servers were very helpful in giving us an extra outdoor heater because it was pretty cold! Their tapas are great - I had patatas bravas and chorizo and figs. Just two tapas and I was full! The atmosphere was lively and full of laughter. The restaurant is located near Little Five Points, which doesn't have a lot of parking. I don't know if there is a parking lot or valet available; my friends and I were fortunate enough to snag a street parking spot right in front of the restaurant.
(4)Kelsey F.
Oh my. Yelp readers, I hope you can learn from my mistakes in life. I waited over TWO years to go to Barcelona and man oh man do I regret it. I finally went with a friend on a recent Monday night and I get giddy every time I think about returning. The service, the food, the wine and the atmosphere are without compare. Barcelona is a pretty popular restaurant so most nights you will probably need a reservation. My friend and I went around 8 on a Monday night and we got two prime seats at the bar. As soon as we sat down, our dear bar tender, server, and new best friend for life poured us a sample of Spanish wine and introduced us to the lovely couple sitting to our left. We took our time and eventually ordered some wine and 2 tapas - mushrooms with goat cheese and an eggplant dish. My friend is vegetarian and they have a vast menu with plenty of meat-free options. While we were waiting for our food, the bar tender brought us a free sample of calamari. It was seriously some of the best I have ever had. When our food came out, we accidentally received potatoes instead of eggplant. Our server recognized the error and let us keep the potatoes while he had the kitchen whip up our eggplant. They were so apologetic about the mix up and the potatoes were cooked in a delicious spice and covered with a creamy, flavorful sauce so we were pretty pumped about it. It also happened to be my friends birthday, so once again our favorite server brought us a complimentary warm chocolate cake with ice cream on top for dessert. I really don't think our meal could have been any better. I personally love small plates of food. I've found some guys are a little opposed to or weirded out by this sort of dinning, but Barcelona is so good that it may change their opinion of tapas. They also do paellas for those looking for a larger meal. The atmosphere makes me feel like I'm in some swanky big city restaurant. I'm probably not really cool enough to hang out here on the regular, but it's fun to pretend. The space is generally pretty dark with an open kitchen, interesting art pieces on the walls and a wrap around porch for summer brunching. Sitting at the bar is fun because the staff are so friendly and the people around you are chatty and charming. Parking is available on the street, valet or there are a few free 2 hour spots in the deck next door. If you are looking for an amazing deal, stop in on Sunday for half prices bottles of wine. If you are looking for an amazing experience, stop in any day or night for a perfect dining adventure rich with incredible food, plenty of wine and splendid company.
(5)Michelle S.
I didn't give it 5 stars only because the service was a bit slow and it was just 12:30. Maybe it was just a scheduling issue with staff. Otherwise this is a place you would want to bookmark. The Tapas were all delicious ... Spanish olives, Jamon Serrano, Chorizo + Sweet-Sour Figs, Grilled Hanger Steak.
(4)David G.
The service was great. Sarah and Rian did an excellent job with our large party. My favorite tapas: Foi Gras, Chorizo with Sweet/Sour Figs, and Jamon Serrano. For dessert, the Flan was my favorite. I will definitely be back. The only recommendation I could make would be in regards to the valet. I drove by and no one was out there. Luckily I found a spot right in front. Another member of my party had a similar experience.
(4)Stephanie F.
You really can't go wrong with Barcelona. The food, atmosphere, and service are fantastic. That said, if you have Celiac or are allergic to gluten, be VERY careful when eating here. I learned my lesson the hard way. I got "glutened" last night and don't feel so great today. Generally speaking, the servers and staff are extremely knowledgeable about which menu items contain gluten and can advise you accordingly. And, the menu is actually pretty gluten-free friendly. Most of the items don't have gluten in them. The problem is with the MENU itself. It doesn't tell you EVERYTHING that a dish has in it. In this case, it was the Chicken Milanese. It was lightly breaded but there was no mention of bread on the menu. We had two servers. I told the first one I was allergic to gluten but failed to mention it to the second one so when we ordered this dish, he didn't warn me because he didn't know he needed to. Not his fault. Anyway, I ended up eating some because at first, it wasn't obvious that it was breaded. I realized it after I had ingested it unfortunately. I will now be sick for several days... :( The servers' response to this mishap was flawless, however. They apologized, of course. They didn't charge us for that menu item and promised to improve their communication when a person with a gluten allergy comes in. That's the best I can hope for, really. And, I should have been more vigilant, too. My unfortunate incident aside, Barcelona is really a great place. The menu changes frequently (daily I think?) but you can't go wrong with any of their steak tapas plates. They are always good. The service is some of the best in Atlanta. I've been here several times and everyone is extremely nice, helpful, and understanding (about my food allergy). The only reason I'm giving it 4 stars instead of 5 is because they really do need to fix their menu so that all ingredients (especially BREADING!!!!) are listed in the description of a dish. A completely separate, gluten-free menu would be even better.
(4)Fatina B.
Dined here yet another time. Still very impressed with the food and their wine selections. A tip though, is to arrive early and preferably not on a Saturday. The place was so full and loud especially near the bar area. Make sure to get a reservation, it definitely helped us being seated on time.
(5)Maria L.
Tasty tapas and cocktails, great for a group of friends to share. The atmosphere was modern and lively, great for a Friday night! I would come again.
(4)Candace G.
The manager Sean P. is amazing and true professional. That is all. The wine selection and the patio is one of my favorites in the neighborhood. :)
(5)Brian H.
Sexy, Chic spot with a super impressive wine list. Bottles of wine are half off on Monday. They have the types of tapas that will make you wonder if you have been transported to Spain. Seating at the bar can be tricky, especially on half price wine night. Prices are moderate. Good looking crowd.
(4)James B.
We had a group of 6 guys at Barcelona last night to celebrate a friend's engagement. We had a reservation for 8 pm and the place was packed. We checked with the host at 8:10 and were told that our table was being setup. We waited patiently at the front door for 20 minutes before making our way back through the crowd to check on the status of the setup. We were now told that the prior occupants of our table had not yet finished. So, why did he tell us the table was being setup 20 minutes prior? Had he told us initially that - despite our reservation - we were going to have to wait, we would have gone to the bar area and started our evening rather than standing in the front doorway getting bumped into for 20 minutes. We then moved to the bar where we waited for another 30 minutes. At 8:50 we were escorted to our table. It was a 4-top table in the bar area with 2 extra chairs stuck on the ends. There was barley room for the 6 plates on the table - much less the tapas dishes we planned to order. We are 6 large guys (two over 6'4") and could not begin to fit at the table. Finally the manager came over and said that he would find us a table that fit 6 people and that he would provide a bottle of wine for our trouble. Shortly after 9, we were seated at a table for 6. The bottle of wine never came, but I was tired of complaining at that point. A very disappointing experience.
(1)Eric M.
Came here with some friends to celebrate a friend's birthday on a Thursday night. Place was packed. Front door a bit of a mess when busy. We were with a large party (9), and of course we were obligated to stand by the bar, all jammed together, like the penguins in Antarctica on that Planet Earth documentary - until the very last person arrived. This is a very cool, and delightfully pretentious place. ("Pinot grigio? We don't have that, but we have something like it.") In a group with a bunch of couples felt comfortable though, not a cheesy singles scene. Definitely some people attempting to be noticed at the bar. Dinner was fantastic. Food was amazing. Favorites at our table were the meatballs, beef tongue, chicken/ham croquettes. Service was prompt and attentive, with good wine recommendations. Grabbing the check for a big group was fast, no complaints about splitting. Easy four stars, and the best tapas I've had in Atlanta. Definitely a good place to come with a large group of friends. Some say this might not be a good date place because it's loud, but sometimes that can be fun. I'd say give it a shot regardless.
(4)Robert B.
I love Barcelona. It is literally one of my favorite restaurants in Atlanta. My only update is to note that the Hangar Steak with Truffle Oil has been replaced with Sirloin -- just a guess. The cut of meat significantly improves the quality of the food. Everything else was perfection: The patatas bravas, cheese selection, ambiance, waitstaff. This is a food experience done well. Very, very well.
(5)M' N.
I've been back to Barcelona a couple of times after my first review and the food still sucks. That is after being there the week it opened and many times in between up until the present and trying everything from the paella to the beets to the meatballs to the nasty thing w the cheese melted on the bread. Crazily, it is always busy---typical Atlanta. From now on, I'm sticking with alcohol and the cheese plate.
(3)Charlotte K.
We got there early which I think is key if you don't want to wait. Our server was able to recommend is a really delicious wine that was under $40. I really appreciated that just because we asked for a recommendation the server didn't take that as an excuse to gouge us with the most expensive option. I love their various meats and cheese options, LOVED the tuna, the shrimp was really over cooked and a little gross, I didn't like the sauce with it either. Loved the beef empanadas. I will say (and I saw this on Other reviews so it must be an issue) that our glasses were filthy, I took a glass off another table and it was filthy too. I didn't feel like the food was over priced, but be ready to spend money, especially if you're drinking, because you need two or three plates a person if you want to feel satisfied. OH! I almost forgot the bread. I would make babies with that bread!!!!! It's FANTASTIC
(4)Min Y.
It's alright. The feel of the restaurant is pretty nice. It definitely goes for a hip feel, and I have to admit it's not overly douchey. There's an outside patio where it seems more family-style tapas eating, which I'd like to try sometime. But alas, we didn't know that was an option. Overall, the place is very crowded on weekend nights with people on dates/group nights out. Dress is not enforced by any means, but people seemed to dress up pretty nicely. Crowd skews slightly older, i'd say a late 20s - early 40s crowd. I highly recommend making a reservation before coming here. There seemed to be a line of people who were waiting for a table, whereas we were seated within 2 minutes after having made a reservation. Food was... meh. The charcuterie was excellent, as was the cheese selection. But those were the highlights. We tried multiple tapas, including several "a la plancha", and none were good. Very disappointing. I see this place potentially useful for drinks and meeting up with a group of friends. Not ideal for a date night, it's way too loud.
(3)E H.
I will start by saying - the brunch was very good; however - today the service was very disappointing. The restaurant was less than 1/2 occupied, yet we waited for over 20 minutes to be acknowledged with simple glasses of water. Then another 20 minutes for a waiter to come and take our drink order. When we were finally served, again the brunch was very good - but we were so vexed by the service, it impacted our overall experience. Thanks to the manager for making our meal complimentary, very nice touch!
(4)Jonathan M.
The paella here is unbelievable. That's really the main reason I go. Other than that, it's mostly tapas (which are very good) and they have a few main courses to choose from.
(4)Chris N.
This is in my new "at work" neighborhood that I stay in when traveling in Atlanta and I had walked by several times wanting to try, but knew it would be best for a group for the first time. Glad I waited! We showed up on a Wednesday night around 7 and there was already a good crowd. It was a nice night and an outside table would've required a longer wait so inside it is. The manager introduced himself, very professional and quite impressed with all the staff there. We shared the chef's choice Tapas (6 random plates, and every one of them was good! Ranged from a beets with goat cheese to slices of steak). The paella for three was more than enough to feed all five of us with food left over. Excellent Rioja selection (I've become quite the snob after a few visits to Spain this year) and the churro's dipped with chocolate sauce was a great way to finish the night! Five of us, plus drinks and we escaped for under $250 (including tax & tip) which considering the bottles of wine, I think was an excellent value. Can't wait to go back!
(4)Walid Z.
Very well thought out concept. Of course tapas are free in Spain with every glass of wine you get to try another tapa. Not here at Barcelona or anywhere in the continental USA. But, Barcelona is very decently priced. The staff are well trained and know their menu. The chefs are extraordinary and very hospitable. Sundays are always half of wine bottles. If you want to impress your boss or a hot date, head over to Barcelona and make sure you take a short walk to Inman park after a wonderful meal and a nice bottle of wine.
(5)Darin K.
Great experience! Been coming to Barcelona for years. The last few visits weren't great...but today I was blown away. GREAT food and GREAT service! I'm glad they are back!!!
(5)Chef Christian C.
Love the live jazz band...,hospitality is on point .! Love the warm atmosphere! The best paella and flan ! All the tapas are really good my fav octopus which is always sold out :)
(5)Stephen O.
Consistently excellent service and food. A great variety of tapas, size to tastes. Along with quite an extensive wine list. Always a solid recommendation. Come in every Monday night for half off wine!!! Can't beat it :)
(5)Mariel J.
I went to Barcelona on a Saturday morning with two friends. I'd heard good things about Barcelona. So between that and the open spots on the patio, it seemed like the perfect place. And we weren't disappointed. We mostly ordered from the brunch menu (starting with a bloody mary for me and mimosas for my friends), but also got a few Spanish tapas classics (including a tortilla and some pan con tomate). Some of the best brunch tapas: mushrooms with herbed goat cheese, whipped sheep's milk cheese with pistachios and pimenton, and the eggplant caponata with basil, parsley, and chili. They also let us order the scrambled eggs with manchego off the kids menu (only $4!). All of the food barely fit on the table, but somehow we managed to finish it all, which is really the best review.
(4)Helen A.
They have a pretty good selection of wines. And the food is fantastic. We had a party of 7 and several people had dietary limitations, they were able to meet all the requirements. We loved everything we had. Also there is complementary valet parking in a garage around the corner.
(5)Lisa W.
An awesome place that allows dogs on the patio...yay! For that reason alone I think this place rocks but combine that with an amazing wine selection this place is a winner in my eyes. The staff are incredibly knowledgeable about the drinks and more than happy to bring you wines to taste before you commit to the full glass or bottle. The food is good for grazing and compliments hanging out on a nice afternoon enjoying a nice beverage or two or maybe three :)
(4)Anita K.
Great food, wine list, and atmosphere...only complaint would be that every time I've had a reservation I've still had to wait a minimum of 30 minutes.
(4)Greg B.
Great food, friendly staff. Sangria was delicious. Fun outdoor seating area. Valet parking. Not great for kids as it gets pretty crowded on weekends but great for adults.
(4)Victoria J.
New Favorite spot! Everything was absolutely fabulous and my birthday celebration ended up being phenomenal. Impeccable customer service from all of the staff. I made a reservation for a party of 10, however upon my arrival i found out that someone had wrote down party of 2. Brad immediately said don't worry about it and he would take care of it, and that he did. We ended up with a table outside and bottle of champagne to toast the birthday girl. Thank you Barcelona Wine Bar!
(5)Nina K.
Barcelona is a great place to take a date or go with friends. There are lots of delicious dishes to share and definitely something for any palette: There were lovely meatless dishes (I recommend the cabbage dish, shishito peppers and chickpea salad) as well as excellent hanger steak or the light chorizo dish. I've eaten here twice and everything I've tried has been great. The staff really know their wines as well. I would definitely recommend this place. On a weekend, be prepared to wait.
(5)You Can Sit With Us B.
Open since October of 2011, this trendy restaurant located in Inman Park offers customers a taste of Spain. I spent several days in the real Barcelona, Spain last summer eating paella and drinking sangria like it was going out of style and I have to say - Barcelona Atlanta comes pretty close to the real deal. We sat in their tapas lounge inside but they also offer al fresco dining on their wrap-around patio. The interior held a warm industrial ambiance with plenty of wood and urban accents - fits right in with the contemporary Inman Park. I immediately flocked to the traditional dishes I enjoyed last summer but the four of us ordered enough to feed an army and I didn't taste anything I didn't love. They had a pretty extensive wine menu and the waiters were happy to help us navigate. I opted for the sangria and was not disappointed! We were practically lusting over the entire menu so we ordered way more than we could handle. I will say these are true tapas - definitely not enough for a meal unless you order a few. My favorites included Patatas Bravas - potatoes in a spicy tomato sauce drizzled with garlic aioli and Gambas al Ajillo - shrimp sautéed in garlic, sherry, and hot pepper. You simply can't go to a restaurant named Barcelona without ordering paella, am I right?! Emily and I split an order of the Mariscos Paella and this was the stuff dreams are made of. It was a traditional seafood paella with prawns, squid, mussels and clams. To say this dish was big enough for two would be the understatement of the century. I believe it was big enough for the entire Kardashian fam - Scott, Kanye, and baby North included. Amazing. Read the full review here: sitwithusblog.com/barcel… Want to see more restaurant reviews and things to do around Atlanta? Check out Atlanta lifestyle blog, You Can Sit With Us at sitwithusblog.com for more!
(5)Svetlana O.
Wonderful date night restaurant for wine and a small plate. The first time I went was during the winter season, and surprisingly could sit comfortably outside under their heaters and complimentary blanket. Very cute. Hope to go check it out during these warmer months.
(5)Jason S.
What can I say, typical Atlanta... Great atmosphere and terrible food. The hanger steak was acceptable, the mussels were anemic and the calamari was oddly cut and blah. The draught selection was full of terrible local beers like even Todd and 420. It's sad when you can travel up Highland and find better beer, portions and food at Noche. The location and build out I'd the only attraction here.
(1)Alex M.
We ate at Barcelona on Saturday. I had had lunch there several times, and had very good experiences, but this was the first time I was there for dinner. The food was fantastic, as always, but the service was such a complete and total failure that I am not sure I will go back. I want to say that there was 'something very wrong' with the front of house that night- it can't always be so bad, or the restaurant would not still be open. Again, though, the food is outstanding. ** (I've added another star based on the general manager's response to my comments. I hope to have a much better experience next time we visit.)
(3)James K.
Exquisite Tapas, marvelous atmosphere, first-class service, and competitively priced. I highly recommend for couples, small group of friends, and casual first-dates. The Inman Park location is also a nice plus.
(4)Rocio H.
I am finally writing a review for Barcelona even though I have not visited the establishment in over 4 months. I have been hesitant to write a review because I am completely biased of this place. My brother has worked here for over a year and at first I didn't want to believe the ATL would have great tapas. However, every time I have been to Barcelona the service has been great. The quality of the food is undeniably tasty . According to my family... the seafood, meat, and wine selections are top quality. (I don't eat seafood/meat or drink) My entire family loves this place and it's a nice place to bring tourist. As a veggie eater I appreciate this place a lot because the veggie plates are always flavorful.
(5)D D.
Wine and Tapas place in Inman Park. Great patio with open air seating inside dring nice weather. Sunday's offer 1/2 off bottles of wine and less of a crowd so always fun. The usually have a DJ spinning some electronica but unfortch they go on late on Sunday's and that's a school night for me! Most of the veggie tapas are good (charred broccoli and garlicky spinach and garbanzo beans), empanadas as well. I take all my friends from out of town here and they absolutely love it!
(5)Carla M.
The place is beautiful and comfortable. Parking can be tricky since theres construction on site. Service by the waiters- Good can be better. Perhaps asking are we celebrating anything special tonite? Food- Meh the only good tapa was the hanger steak... dessert selection very blend nothing interesting. Ordered the crepas and came out cold. You can go to another restaurant not worth my money. Cocktails- bourbon one cant remember the name It was my surprise birthday dinner, my boyfriend had mentioned to hostess. I guess it was never communicated to the waiters. Need to work on communication and food. Not sure If Ill be back... on to the next one
(2)Felicia B.
I think most people come here for the environment; the outdoor patio holds a certain trendy appeal. Came here on a Sunday evening and the place was packed. There is a great selection of tapas and wine which is a winning combination. We had the hummus, roasted eggplant, calamari, brussel sprouts, ceviche and a few other items. Everything was tasty but the calamari was a bit too fried in my opinion. Our server was in la-la land for a little while but the manager personally came over to the table to check on us which was really great. I can not remember the managers name but he was a stylish and gregarious fellow who will ensure your satisfaction.
(4)VA High R.
Fantastic place. From the staff to the food, it is one of our favorite places in Atlanta. To be fair, I am a huge fan of the tapas format. If you don't like one thing, you can always order another without breaking the bank. Our favorite waiter ever worked here and I recommend you let your server know about what you like and ask for recommendations. They have never steered us wrong. Specialty cocktails are very well constructed. While it is not cheap, it is very reasonably priced and a fantastic value.
(5)Jordan S.
I've had a variety of experiences at Barcelona, but the last couple times are why there are 2 stars, (added a star for decent experiences previously). Great space- absolutely beautiful- and even better for people watching. The best. I've enjoyed tapas and the great wine and drink selection as well, and found the service extremely friendly and helpful. The deciding experience was related to a bartender and management- as a relevant aside, I actually had a friend who worked there before moving, and he thoroughly enjoyed being there. Per usual, we started at the bar with drinks while we waited for a friend to arrive. Chatted a bit with the bartender, said we were waiting on a friend and would be drinking here first. We get the drinks- took a while, I'll add, but it gets busy there, so no big deal. Perhaps he misunderstood what we were doing, but gave us the bill, which we shrugged and paid, but didn't tip on the bill, as we were staying right in front of him and intended to tip in cash. He collects it, looks, and immediately starts visibly acting upset, throwing hands up, shaking head and acting altogether exasperated. Then our friend, who works there and is meeting us, walks in, as all this is still going on. Another bartender comes over to us to chat as the other has apparently passive-aggressively given up on us, and we finish up at the bar- leaving appropriate tips for both bartenders. At this point, we decided to choose another location to continue the evening, and as we were leaving, one of the managers approached our friend, who I remind you worked there, pulled him aside, and asked him if his friends had tipped because so and so bartender was having a fit about it. The guy may have misunderstood our actions, but his response is still entirely unprofessional and inappropriate, especially for a establishment with the reputation of Barcelona. What makes it worse, in my opinion, is the apparent validation the guy receives from management when he throws a tantrum. The fact that behavior is considered appropriate by management tells me there is a bigger problem going on inside than childishness, so we won't be back! Still a great menu and beautiful place, so enjoy!
(2)Lauren M.
Every time I come, I have a great experience. It's not only great tapas, but amazing service. Servers are observant and pay attention-so much so that one overheard my sister say it was "not the best birthday" (we don't like to tell servers it's a birthday night) but our waitress brought out a complimentary bottle of champagne and said, "You could use something to make your birthday a little happier!" She did this without us telling her it was my sisters birthday, she just did it because that's how awesome servers are at Barcelona. On the negative, it can get crowded, however the servers never let that affect their quality of service. To sum it up, you need to go on a friday, saturday or sunday and take fiends from out of town here! (Make reservations on weekend nights)
(5)Jonathan R.
Great place. I was in Atlanta for work this week and was told that I had to try Barcelona. It totally lived up to the hype. Super busy even on a Tuesday night - I definitely recommend making a reservation. I'm not a big wine guy, but the selection was fantastic. The food was also better than any Tapas restaurant I've ever been to. Steak and shrimp were out of this world. The service was great. I was with a regular which likely helped, but was extremely impressed at the quality of service. Overall, I couldn't have asked for a better experience. I found out that there is a Barcelona restaurant in DC and cannot wait to go!
(5)Stefanie W.
I went last night and I never write these but I have to because it was such an amazing night I cannot believe how awesome our waiter was! I I had checked on yelp before I went here and saw that most of the restaurants in the area had high reviews so I figured it was going to be good but I couldn't believe how awesome it really was. Let's start with the fact that it was really busy even though it was about 1030 ish and most of the other establishments were closed right next-door. There was not a host around so i wasnt sure if it was seat yourself or not but a guy came up and I think was a manager and said that we might find a seat at the bar. The bartender was super friendly and gave us the menu then my friend said to me really loud "I am broke!" So FUCKING EMBARRASSING. this place looks super fancy and all the bartender was so down-to-earth and just laughed and started casually talking to us. Later somebody brought a plate that we didn't order.I was really confused but the bartender gave us two free plates of tapas I couldn't believe it! He was awesome and he only charged me for one of the things I ordered and didn't even charge for my soda. I'm not sure if he's allowed to do that but I totally know that the place got more service because of it I'm totally coming back! Wardrobe-Me and my friend were both in jeans and sandals and thought that maybe we were under dressed but it seemed like a good mix of customers between business types that just got off work and very casual.
(5)Heather H.
The food was good, but that's where it ends. This was my first experience here and probably my last. It was a friends birthday so a group of us (13 or so) decided to make reservations. The GOOD: Everything started out fine our table was great and our server seemed to know what he was doing, he recommended the party menu for $35 a person. It was a great deal, the server picks an array of tapas and just brings it out. He did a very good job at timing the food so that there was always something on the table, and made very good selections for us. They gave a free bottle of champagne. The BAD: It took forever to get drinks! Were are a boozy group and we were celebrating, but it was so slow that several of us were only able to get one drink each! (big loss in sales on their part). Then comes the check. Food was on one check, drinks on another. No biggie we are all service industry people so we just through in our cards and cash thinking it shouldn't be that hard since everyone was being charged the same amount, but realizing it might still take a minute. We waited patiently, but after about 25 or more minutes we got impatient and were all ready to leave to continue our celebrating since we were not able to there and had already been there for almost 3 hours. The REALLY BAD: One of my dining companions cards gets declined. He is shocked and calls his bank to see what is going on. Apparently they ran his card so many times and for such a high amount that the bank thought it was fraud and froze his card which he was unable to use for the rest of the night. I got suspicion and checked my own account and to my dismay had been charged three times $270 then $70 and then finally the correct amount of $35 the same that happened to my friend. Granted the charges were reversed by the restaurant, but the way banks work you still have them listed as pending and the money is held in your account. I do realize that mistakes happen, but that was big mistake! They should have made us aware of this before we left instead of having to find out the hard way especially for my friend whose card had been frozen!!
(2)Taylor A.
Spanish people would pronounce this place "Barthelona", which I will find hilarious forever. Anyways... I have a few friends that are obsessed with coming here on Fridays for happy hour and with good reason. If you're a dressy professional that likes a beautiful and educated crowd along with great drinks and service, you'll love become obsessed with Barcelona too. The bartenders are friendly and will know your name after just a few times coming here. You won't have to fight to the bar to get drinks most of the time. They'll spot you out and hook you up. I did eat here one time and we ordered half the menu. You'll be happy with the food you get. It's not simply a place with a great bar scene. Their food is legit too. It's the kind of place you'll wish was across the street from there you live.
(4)D E.
I am writing this review from the restaurant. I am completely in awe by the absolutely wonderful service that we are receiving. This is customer service at its best. Thank you!
(4)Gail G.
Did wine tasting here with a group of four last night and it was one of the best restaurant experiences I've ever had. Katie is a wealth of knowledge both on food and wine plus she has a great personality. The food was incredible as it always is with this restaurant. The service was great and attentive and the wine was all paired perfectly. I wish I could do this on a monthly basis. Truly a fantastic experience and dinner. This restaurant is not to be skipped.
(5)Nisha G.
Finally got a chance to dine at Barcelona this week for a work meeting. We got there by 6pm and got seated outside because the weather was just perfect and Inman Park always provides great people watching! Being familiar with tapas style, we began ordering immediately, starting off with a charcuterie that was so delicious! The manchego and jamon were exceptional! We also enjoyed a variety of cocktails. I personally loved the spicy dahlia drink (can't remember exact name), but the jalapeno tequila was refreshing and had a great kick. One of my guests ordered pig ears, which he made all of us try and we all felt like we were chewing on unsalted fritos, so definitely stay away from that, but all the other tapas from empanadas, albondigas, hangar steak, croquettes, gambas and the patatas were excellent. We decided to order dessert for the table and had the crepes, churros and chocolate hazelnut cake and hands down the churros one. The chocolate sauce had some heat and it was a perfect balance with the sugary cinnamon taste of the churros. Overall we had a great time and the ambience was perfect. I will be back!
(5)Andrew A.
This place is unreal. Not only is there a great ambiance, but the food and drinks are incredible. Harold, our server, recommended everything from the hot dahlia cocktail to the whole redfish which were both perfect. Definitely going to be a regular spot for us from here on out.
(5)Karen P.
We stopped for a drink on Saturday afternoon and enjoyed it so much that we showed up again for brunch on Sunday afternoon. Both times that we visited, we had excellent service. The first time, we decided to get a bottle of wine from the extensive Spanish wine list. We narrowed it down to Rioja tempranillo and the bartended offered to let us try all 4 that were on the menu in order to decide which one we would like - great idea! We picked one, a crianza, which was great ... and the price was reasonable! We arrived for brunch at noon on Sunday - 30 minutes before alcohol can be served in Atlanta (what's up with that?!). I had the burger while the other folks stuck to breakfast fare. The burger was excellent - big, juicy and tasty. Fries were good but not as crispy as I would have liked. I can't wait for the Barcelona in DC to open (planned for October)! We met a number of the folks that will be opening the DC restaurant including the new manager.
(4)Gio B.
Went there to celebrate my birthday! Fantastic place! The food was AMAZING! The service IMPECCABLE! LOVED the decor! I am already planning on going back. I am glad I found this place on yelp. The portions are VERY small though - but I guess that's how they make their money! lol - 2 thumbs up! Trey and Annie were our servers, they were great! Trey even gave us a free tapas voucher for when we come back! :) We had a couple of red sangria pitchers ( as good as it gets!) - the beef empenadas, the calamari, the hanger steak, the lamb chops and the original paella which comes with chicken and seafood! We brought our own cake and they were very accomodating, bringing the cake out with candles and champagne for everybody at the end of our meal! - Great night! Great time! Great ambience! Defenitely great birthday celebration!
(5)Natalie D.
Loved this place! Awesome food, atmosphere and service! The tapas are delicious! Drinks are great. The sangria is really tasty. We love the crispy bacon order and the warm bread with the olive oil. Street parking is free. ;) also! Its pet friendly outside. As long as your fury friend is well behaved and not aggressive they are more than welcome. They even have treats and water for them! Will be back! Oh and dont forget to fill out your survey and the end of the meal for a free tapa token!!!
(5)Danielle S.
I have wanted to come here for a while and while I did come here recently, I feel like I need to come back and get food. I came for a happy hour where people ordered food, but I had to leave early to get to another event. Everything on the menu looked amazing. I ordered a couple of the white sangrias, which I don't really know if they had much alcohol in them. They were delicious, but didn't seem very strong at all. They had chopped up fresh fruit (apples, oranges, etc) floating in them and had a lot of pineapple juice, which made it super sweet. I was highly impressed with the service that we received when we were there. One of the individuals at the party mentioned a beerita (or marga-rona) and most of the table had never heard of it. We asked the waitress if they had those, but she said no, but she said she would see what they could. She came out a bit later with a small pitcher filled with margarita and a beer of some sort (similar to a corona as they did not have those) sticking out of the top. Well done, bartenders for being creative. I will most definitely make a trip back here to try their food.
(5)Samantha H.
Barcelona Wine Bar, you have my business forever and always. Given your excellent food and wait staff, I've got my eye on you for all future events. We had a 630p reservation for a party of 7 on Saturday. The outside seating was bumping, and the inside was even more chaotic. Among the chaos, we were still able to hear each other just fine. I do wish they sat us at an 8 person table instead of adding an additional chair to a 6 person table though. My friend was celebrating her Bachlorette party, so here's the low down on food -- 2 pitchers of sangria (white and red): Both of these trend on the sweeter/fruitier side. Not a complaint for me since I am not a big wine drinker. I think some of our party wish they were a bit drier though. Complimentary bread: Imagine in slow motion someone breaking off a piece of bread and you hear that distinct CRUNCH sound and the steam floats into the air, and the scent of amazing flour/dough and hitting your nostrils... Okay. Yeah. That's exactly what I want to reenact every time I take a piece of this bread and drench it in olive oil. All I can say is, MOAR bread please! Marinated Olives: One of the bridesmaids ordered this. Sorry, pass on my part. Unless it's in a sandwich, I can't stand for overwhelming saltiness of olives. Chorizo with sweet and sour figs: Definitely a winner of the table. The chorizo was flavorful without being too salty. Paired with the sweet and tart fig, this is a must have dish. Spiced Beef Empanadas : 3 per order. These are good but spicy. Crispy Cabbage: This cabbage was so sweet! Almost caramelized. The best parts (of course) are the little char bits. Hanger steak: Five very delicious, yet short lived pieces of medium rare hanger steak. I find that hanger steak can be kind of tough, but this was not at all difficult to eat. The truffle aioli is a little garlicky but adds to the flavors of the steak very well. Aside from the aioli, I think the steak speaks for itself. Broccoli Casserole: I LOVE BROCCOLI and usually HATE casseroles. But this was delicious!! I'm not sure what type of cheese they used, but it was so creamy. The broccoli was also very crunchy/fresh, not cooked to death like most casseroles are. Albondigas: Meatballs. Patatas Bravas: Another potato dish. I do wish the skins were a little more crunchy, and the overall dish was a little less oily. But anything with potato is automatically a-OK in my book. Ham & Cheese croquettes: I LOVE croquettes. For those who don't know, croquettes are basically a mixture of mashed potatoes and whatever else you want fried. Fried potato balls. They are everything I want in a fried fish: crispy on the outside and soft, pillowy insides. Finally .. the complimentary dessert board. They must only do this for special occasions, but it is a massive cutting board with the chocolate hazelnut cake (best cake... Ever), flan, bread pudding, and crepe. We also ordered the panna cotta. This is the best panna cotta I've ever eaten. It is a little more runny" and less "pudding-like" then your usual panna cotta but it is so creamy. They top it off with black cherries that really highlight the tartness of the dish. The hazelnut cake was probably the table winner. It was kind of like a molten lava cake, but with more of a thicker, fudgey middle than hot fudge. I would say the prices are fair. With everything we ordered, our bill was less than $200. That's less than $25/person before tax (for our 7). Granted, we got the dessert platter for free, but even a couple desserts around the table won't put you past $40/person. Overall, I was extremely pleased with our attentive servers and delicious food. TLDR; On a budget? Get the hanger steak and panna cotta for dessert
(5)Lawrence C.
Another consistent winner!! They maintain their FOUR STAR rating!! We arrived early for our dinner, and opted to sit outside for drinks, while we waited for our table to open up (they had a private function occupying the dining section for the late afternoon). Our drink orders were totally screwed up, not once but twice. It was disheartening. The servers were new and inexperienced and poorly trained. Our table finally opened up (we were about to leave for another restaurant at this point), and we're glad we stayed, as the rest of the evening was perfect. The manager knew the status thus far and insured our enjoyment. The four of us shared entirely too much food, including Paella Mariscos (for 1--to share), $25, lamb pinxto (sliders with balsamic vinegar glazed onions and dates), $9, and crab legs, $16, etc. MANY, many tastes and half tastes of wines by the glass, and we were happy campers.
(4)Thi T.
Popular place (especially for a Friday evening!). Nice atmosphere, romantic with dim lighting and different kinds of seating (from bar seats to high table tops, etc). Gazpacho. Fresh. I like the spicy kick to it. Empanada. Chorizos! It is hard to go wrong with sausage. Zucchini. Nothing to write home. Seasoning was not unique. Gambas. Tender shrimp... try to roll it around in the sauce for more flavor. Pork belly. I prefer this to not be fried. It took away from the texture and flavor of the actual meat. Potatas bravas. Cooked well in that it was soft inside and lightly fried outside. I love the creamy sauce that drizzled it. Mocktail. Fruit punch that is flavorful and not too sweet. Pretty (colors) on the eyes, too. Overall, I thought the food is decent, not worth coming back solely for that. Location (near the beltline!) and ambiance is worth looking for limited parking around the area. They also have valet parking apparently.
(3)Eric T.
This is a pretty good place to go to for some tapas if that's your thing. It's pricey but its the good kind of pricey. Its located in the popular Inman Park neighborhood close to the belt line, and there's a good change you'll see at least one famous actor/actress who's in town filming as most them also tend to stay in this area. The staff here is very attentive to your needs and will give you recommendations on the menu if you are not sure on what to get. The food here is quality in terms of flavor and you can't really go wrong with most of items on the menu. The atmosphere is both classy and hip. Outdoor or indoor seating are both excellent as well. Great place overall! My Recommendations: -Seafood Ceviche -Picante meat -Albondigas Menu: barcelonawinebar.com/atl…
(4)Mary Margaret E.
Great place to chat, share food, and try new drinks. I love sitting at the outside patio and people watching the Inman Park neighborhood. There's an outside fireplace during the cold season, which is pretty neat. The bar is always packed, but thankfully I'm short so I usually get to squeeze in to get a drink while waiting to get seated. I suggest getting reservations ahead of time if you're planning to stop in on the weekends. The wait can be ridiculous on busy days. I recently tried their kale and squash salad- a must try!
(5)Ashley M.
My friends and I dined here for Friday evening for Inman Park restaurant week. As their special, choose 4 tapas from most of their menu for $25. Since many of their tapas are $6.50 or less, this is a barely an incentive unless you order the more expensive tapas so my friends and I strategically chose the following: Potato Bravas Chorizo + Sweet and Sour Figs Calamari Gambas al Ajillo Grilled Hanger Steak Spiced Beef Empanadas Albondigas Brussels Sprouts Grilled Steak Paillard Two of us opted out of the restaurant week special and instead shared an order of the Mariscos Paella. At $25 per person with a minimum order for two people, this was probably the worse decision of all. I read so many good reviews of their paella so I was expecting my world to be rocked, but it just turned out to be pretty ordinary and pricey. From the tapas we tried, my favorites were the potato bravas, chorizo + sweet and sour figs, hanger steak, and Gambas al Ajillo. However, everything we tried was very tasty, incredibly well seasoned, and cooked well. For dessert, I ordered the panna cotta, one of my favorite, favorite desserts and Barcelona did not disappoint. It was delicious! We had two servers throughout the evening who gave our table lots of attention during our long meal, so I would say service is good here. A couple of qualms I have about this place: they would not seat our party of 4 until everyone arrived, which is understandable, however, there is no waiting area, so people were crowding the entrance and the host stand. I positioned myself next to a table to wait on my friends, which I'm sure the guests found annoying. The other thing I did not enjoy about this place was how many people they try to squeeze in their dining areas. When I was getting up to leave, I had to circle around the back wall of our table because a table over, the lady was so far back she was sitting with her back against our table. Needless to say, I'd appreciate more breathing room, but overall, it was an enjoyable dining experience!
(4)Joy W.
Fun fact: the first time I tried Barcelona was at their location in Boston (Brookline). After writing a review for that location, the owner wrote back informing me that I should check out the Atlanta location because he noticed on my profile that I was from there. Well, Spring Inman Park restaurant week 2015 came around and we were looking for a place to take my mother for her birthday. Barcelona was the winner. Their restaurant week menu was 4 tapas for $25. MEAT AND CHEESE ($6.50 each) - Speck. This was probably the most flavorful and memorable cured meat bite of my life. - Mahon. A semi-soft cow's milk cheese with a sweet and nutty flavor. Amazing amazing cheese to nibble on. TAPAS ($50 for 8 tapas for restaurant week) - Manchego and Jamon Croquettes: this was absolutely divine and my favorite tapas that we ordered. These small fried balls had melted manchego cheese inside with bits of their jamon serrano inside. I felt like I was having a Harry Met Sally moment from when they were at the deli, if you get the reference. - Chorizo and sweet/sour figs: A lot of people love this one. It was packed with flavor and was a tad bit too sour for me to enjoy more then 2 pieces, but it is a refreshing contrast to a lot of the other dishes. - Calamari: this was disappointing. The pieces aren't calamari rings like you're used to seeing at chain restaurants, but are actual squares of squid that are fried. However, the flavor and texture just didn't do it for me. I would swap this out with something else. - Hanger steak: a bit drier/chewier than I would've liked for steak, and the actual dish is smaller that it appears in photos. Otherwise, you pretty much gotta have it for some substance. - Mushrooms with whipped goat cheese: the heartiness of the mushrooms with the light goat cheese was fantastic. I recommend this is you need a veggie dish. - Lamb a la plancha: great flavor! The lamb didn't taste too gamey, so people who typically don't like lamb could enjoy this dish. - Braised Kale: amazing flavor for kale!! And it was nicely massaged and wilted down so that it isn't as tough as if it was raw. Since we ordered a ton of meat, we thought we needed some superfood and greens, and this was perfect. - Goat cheese stuffed piquillo peppers: we weren't planning on ordering this dish, but the waitress kept raving about it so we decided to replace the meatballs with this instead. The dish itself provided some nice flavor, but it didn't live up to the hype that the waitress had set. It isn't a spicy dish, so if you like the flavor of peppers and goat cheese, it'll be nice, but it wouldn't make the top of my list. - Meatballs: Albondigas meatballs are made of a few different types of meat - I want to say veal, pork and beef, but I could be mistaken. It covered with a zesty tomato sauce. The waitress ended up giving this one to us on the house because of my mom's birthday. It was a really nice gesture! However, I have to say Iberian Pig really set the standard for Albondigas so now nothing else compares, including the one from Barcelona. DRINKS They have an extensive wine and drinks menu. The great thing about their wine is they'll let you sample different wines until you find one that suits you. I ended up getting their white sangria which was a heavy pineapple flavor and really hit the sweet spot. If you like fruity drinks, I recommend the white sangria. My mom ended up getting one of the wines they brought over to sample, and I wish I remembered what it was because it was one of the best red wines I've tried. PARKING: Valet! OCCASIONS Celebrations such as birthdays, date night, work events, or a non-casual catch up with friends. Overall, it was a fantastic dinner experience and one of my favorite restaurants in Atlanta now. Next time, I'll probably get a wine with a meat and cheese plate, and a few tapas.
(4)Belinda L.
It's been a good solid few months since I've been back and I'm still happy this place is as good as ever. However... portion size has definitely declined - specifically the tapas. I was really bummed out about that... especially the Grilled Hanger Steak, which was probably one of my favorite items on the menu. Everything else is still good. Service was awesome! And the Paella was as good as ever. They even remember to add the chorizo in this time :D We also tried the Barcelona Mixed Grill which was super good! The pork chop was a little dry, but all the other items on there - NY strip, chicken, and sausage, were excellent. So overall, Barcelona is still probably one of my favorite restaurants I've been to here in ATL. I hope the food portioning was just a fluke of the night and not a permanent thing. With the nice weather settling in, expect hugggeee long wait lines, especially on the weekends since they have outdoor seating. Even after we made a reservation, we had to wait about 20-30 minutes to be seated... But it was worth the wait :) Read my first review of the place if you want more insights on my dining experience.
(4)Jin K.
Coworkers and I dined here for my birthday. Amongst nine of us we ordered wine, beer, etc with couple orders of charcuterie boards, and series of tapas to share. For charcuterie boards, we ordered prosciutto and about 6 different cheese selections: all the cheeses were superb, but prosciutto was bit disappointing becuase it was too dried up. For tapas, we ordered ceviche, lamb, meatballs, hangersteak, chorizo with fig, swordfish, spinach & chickpeas, cauliflower & almonds, calamari and more. Of the selections, my favorite had to be the chorizo and fig: it had a good balance of salty and sweet flavor. On the other end of the spectrum, my least favorite was the hanger steak. Although the flavor of the sauce was subtle and wasn't overbearing, the meat itself was too dry and overcooked. All in all, it was a pleasant experience. Ambience was nice and servers were very attentive.
(3)Alex P.
Unfortunately, I have to update my review. Barcelona is a restaurant that has spectacular food and the service of a dive bar. 1. NOBODY KNOWS THE WINE MENU HERE. Nobody in the restaurant knows wines on their menu. We asked for a relatively simple recommendation of a Grenache. The first waitress had no clue and said she will get somebody. We wait a while, a second waiter comes, we ask the same question. He looks at us with a blank stare and says he will get somebody. Is this a Spanish restaurant or what? A solid portion of your menu is Grenache. A whole 15 min passed, another person came around and was their version of the least helpful sommelier I've ever met. He didn't ask for the price range, just recommended two of their most expensive grenaches without asking for the price range. Really? If you expect to order wine, be ready to wait half an hour min. 2. DIRTY GLASSES. Dirty wine glasses, twice. Pieces of unknown chunks of residue on the first wine glass, I've asked for another, a different piece of residue. Third time was the charm. 3. POOR SEATING. Seating is a clear issue, consistently. When weather is colder and you have a reservation, they "assume" you've reserved a table on their barely heated patio and have the desire to experience the life of a polar bear for a night. This not only happened once, but three separate incidents. Unacceptable. 4. DELICIOUS FOOD. Holding up to my previous review, the food is spectacular. Potatoes bravas, beef heart, crispy cabbage, boquerones, manchego, yellowtail ceviche were all the highlights. 5. VERY SLOW. The waiter we had seriously was the slowest person ever. I am unfortunately done with Barcelona.
(2)Andy S.
They have a real wood-burning fire outside that a real person actually stokes with an iron rod. They could serve canned sardines and I'd be happy, but they don't, the food is phenomenal. What a wonderful evening I just had. Wow.
(5)Elizabeth G.
Outstanding service and delicious tapas. Best of all, the wine selection is like nothing I've ever seen before. You have to experience it if you're new in the city
(4)Jennifer G.
YUM! I love tapas! Especially during restaurant week. I've been to another location of Barcelona back in Boston, and I was very excited to find out that there was one right close to where I live in Atlanta now. The restaurant week deal was fabulous -- $25 for 4 tapas of your choice. You basically have the whole menu to choose from. I had the Grilled Hanger Steak, Braised Short Rib, Chorizo with Sweet & Sour Figs , and the Calamari. My favorites were definitely the steak and chorizo, but honestly, they were all great. Service was good too, and they brought our tapas out in rounds so that we didn't have 16 tapas for our party of 4 come all at once. All in all lovely experience and would definitely be back, but a little pricy on a regular day for the amount of food served. Or maybe just a little pricy for my current grad school budget, but nevertheless, food is delicious. And that's what matters.
(4)James P.
Love their outdoor seating, which is perfect for a day of brunching. Parking is on the street or valet, the latter which is everybody's option because it's easy peasy. Brunch is fantastic, but the tapas during dinner is even more outstanding. I was craving a sangria for some reason and opted out of the regular ones for their sangria flora, which is mostly rosè, and it was delicious. For two grown-ass men, we have to order a lot when it comes to tapas, so we ordered the dry-cured jamon serrano, the 6-month manchego cheese, olives, beef empanadas, patatas bravas, green beans, asparagus, and the charred broccoli. I was looking forward to the butter lettuce salad, but unfortunately they were out of the greens, so we just canceled that order. Every meal that came out was great except for the charred broccoli that wasn't really charred, but extremely boiled and mushy. I am still a fan of Barcelona.
(4)Lena P.
Food is great! Customer Service, is just "okay". **Food 5++ stars! Delicious and so flavorful, kudos to the Chef!! He is amazing! The food is outstanding and every dish we ordered was so good! The menu changes weekly, but I know if I come visit again the food will be just as good as my first visit. This chef knows how to flavor everything just right and make mouth watering tapas! This is a Review from back in December 2014, had a surprise birthday dinner for my fiancé and a few of his close friends (table for 6). I emailed the manager ahead of time to make sure they had vegetarian options on the menu and got a quick response and was assured they had many veggie options for us. He was right! The food was delicious! **Service 2 stars: Only thing was iffy was the customer service, or lack of service. It was surprisingly extremely busy on a Tuesday night, but I made reservations ahead of time (3 weeks) and told the manager my plan of surprising my fiancé for his birthday, he told me not to worry and that he had my reservations in and everything will be good to go. My plan was to get there with my fiancé AFTER our friends were seated. Which I mentioned to the manager. But when we got there, our friends told us that they couldn't seat us all until we were all there or at least 75% were there. So my plan didn't go as I thought it would, and we were still waiting for a table for 15 mins when we got there. We had to keep looking for our waiter, he always seemed annoyed and wasn't too friendly when we asked him questions. We also ordered items and never got them and had to remind him to bring them. We asked for help for vegetarian options and he wasn't that helpful to direct us to the right entrees. He even brought out the last entree at the very end when everyone was done, so we told him to take it back since it was too late. They brought out champagne for my fiancé's birthday celebration, but I was hoping for some type of dessert or candle or something and they never did that. It wasn't as special for my fiancé as I thought it would be, especially when the manager told me everything would be taken care of and he knew what my plans were. Overall, it's a good place, I would definitely go back for the food, it was so flavorful and delicious! But just be careful when it's a really busy night, don't expect too much from them, especially for your birthday.
(3)Lanay G.
I found this fancy little gem on Yelp and bookmarked it a few months back. I can't believe it took me so long to go check the place out! Now, they won't be able to keep me out of there! This is the cutest place and is perfect for date night or just girls night out. They have a very impressive selection of wines and tapas. They have a few larger plates and although the menu says "price for two" you can actually order a single portion. The drinks: My FAVORITE wine is the Lucien which is a sparkling rose that is absolutely perfect for sipping out on the patio while enjoying beautiful weather. My favorite mixed drink is the chocolate martini. Not the one on the menu though. You have to ask Kim (The best bartender in the world) to make it for you! I don't know what she does to make it so different but she is THE BOMB! Kim will give you a life altering experience with her mixing skills. She will have you hooked to the point where you are disappointed when you get to the bar and she isn't working. Food: I have tried quite a few items from the menu and have decided on two of my favorites. The calamari is pretty amazing. It comes with a sauce I don't like though. We have found that if you get the marinara that goes to the meatballs instead, it is much better! I also love their shrimp tapas. It has the perfect blend of seasoning to make it tasteful but not overpowering. Ambiance: The ambiance here does not get much better. You will see a mixed crowd, especially on a Thursday night. They have tables inside and a large patio space. It is in your best interest to make a reservation if you are looking for a table. Definitely make your way to Barcelona soon if you have not been already. Be sure to see Kim at the bar. If you get a table and can request your server, ask for Billy. He is amazing and a pleasure to converse with. Single ladies: Take a peek at the line cooks on your way to the restroom. You can thank me later ;)
(5)Maitreyee R.
If you like Tapas served with a lot of bad attitude Barcelona is the place to go to. This was not my first time at Barcelona and having liked their food and ambience I decided to return with a big group of friends. Starting out, our server that night was impatient while taking our orders and the silverware arrived ten minutes after the food, only because we asked for it! That's not it! I along with three people at the table was refused alcohol because someone from the management thought that someone at our table was drunk. Yes, that is exactly how the server put it! Not anyone at the table was drunk and their explaination was absolutely incongruous. What was ironic was that just a while before this a lady walked out of the restaurant clearly intoxicated and stumbled to the sidewalk! The whole incident was such a downer that I dont think I will ever come back here again.
(1)Chris R.
The good, Mussels Diablo, Patatas Bravas. Spot on authentic tapas. The service was fine, nothing spectacular. Just give us a basket of bread, every table around us, including us asked for bread multiple times. The meat and cheese plate was a waste of money. For $17.50 it included 1 piece of cheese and ham sliced so thin it almost wasn't there. Oh and 4 grapes. Red sauce was not real poblano sauce.
(3)Angelo R.
Was here on a Sunday when I visited ATL in Oct. My best bud and fellow Yelper Roger highly recommended this place so he took me here for lunch...my last meal in ATL. Weather was perfect so seated outside. Staff was very attentive and polite. Everyone that walked by us said hello. I ordered the Chorizo and Figs. Speechless...just dam good! My friend got the Spicy Eggplant Caponata. Another fantastic simple dish...great for dunking our breads :) We also shared some calamari. Batter was just right..not overpowering..not greasy and nice chunks of squid. Our server was very knowledgeable of every dish on the menu. Took his time answering our questions. Before I forget, try their house cocktail...Hot Dahlia (Roasted Jalapeño IBlanco Tequila Muddled Orange & Cilantro, Lime Juice). Prepped well, not watered down...definitely kicked my a.. lol! This was my first time here and won't be the last. Visiting DC next month and they have one there...Yay!
(5)David A.
Food reminded me of that mini vacation i took when I went to Spain. I had the egg yolk carpaccio and the jamón serrano. I didn't inks Know what to expect about the egg yolk but I was surprised with a huge burst of flavor. The ham tasted as if it was from Spain. While it was a little loud the excitement was pleasant to dine in. Add that with a glass of wine, an amazing meal
(5)Anya C.
I love this place. We came here after midnight, so the menu was limited, but we had no problem finding finding some great tapas to try. We had the Soria sausage, potato tortilla, and the yellowtail ceviche. All three were absolutely delightful. The Soria was so flavorful. I actually ate the ceviche and thought it was fantastic...coming from someone who hates fish. The tortilla was so good, especially mixed with the Soria. We will most definitely be back.
(5)Lily G.
My husband and I went here last week and it was wonderful. The small plates were delicious, the wine was wonderful and the service was amazing. We were total tapas noobs, but our server Manuel was really awesome and kind. Will definitely be back!!
(5)Sheek T.
The best part of this place is the ambience. We sat outside by the fire. The food is also good. We had the salami, hanger steak, chorizo with sweet n sour figs, grilled steak paillard, potato tortilla and the empanadas. The best were the empanadas, the chorizo and the grilled steak.
(4)Jennifer P.
I expected this place to be 4 star and I wasn't feeling the tapas here at all. It's alright not up to par. We ordered like 8 plates for 2 people but I didn't like any of them. For those who love to drink, they have 50% off on their wine list on Sunday and Monday. But I wouldn't go back though.
(2)Adrian C.
Wow! My friend suggested this place when I was looking for a restaurant for my birthday dinner and I'm beyond thrilled that I took him up one suggestion. Parking - valet is the way to go! There's also a parking deck located next to the restaurant. No need to find parking on the street on N.Highland. The staff is so amazing! The provide too-notch service. I called and made a reservation 2 weeks ago for 11 people during the dinner rush and the hostess didn't even flinch. She was so kind and even made a special note that it was for a birthday. When we arrived (promptly may I add) they were waiting for us and had the tables ready. Huge plus! The wait staff was BEYOND patient while we browsed the lengthy alcohol and food menu. If you love wine, Barcelona has EVERY wine you can think of. Lucky for us tonight they had half off wine. The Food. Man ow man. The tapas and the regular menu items were delicious. We had asparagus, steak, calamari, mushrooms, paella, chicken, sausages, omg the list goes on and on! The food was mouth watering and we didn't have to wait too long. What I love is the 2 non- tapas items (chicken and paella) took a little longer but our awesome waiter set proper expectations so we knew it would take a while. They kept the drinks and the bread flowing. The manager came by and wished me a happy birthday and gave us a complimentary round of champagne. Talk about classy! What an amazing experience. I cannot say enough positive things about my experience tonight. I am a huge fan and I will be coming back and recommending this place to everyone.
(5)Jason M.
Service is awesome, food is amazing, Bloody Mary bar is top notch! Highly recommend the Lamb burger
(5)TeaKay E.
Seriously, what's not to love about Barcelona? Well perhaps the price, but hey, half off bottles of wine on Sundays! What a lovely place to sit back and enjoy some food, drinks, your friends and the atmosphere. Friendly bartenders and servers -- hat tip to my fav, Michael! Reservations strongly recommended for Thurs - Sun nights.
(5)Juichia C.
Place attracts too many yups. :P The oyster mushrooms a la plancha was DELICIOUS!!! 5/5 The prawns a la plancha was awful, shrimp was not fresh at all. 1/5 This place is huge with tons of seating. The sangria is okay. I probably won't be back just because it's not my scene.
(3)Lori F.
I judged a book by its cover and well, meh. Fun atmosphere, super wine list, pretty forgettable food, and pretty bad service. It was a busy night, yes, but being borderline rude is kind of a turn off. Won't be back unless things improve greatly.
(2)Dan S.
Read previous reviews about this place. Had a reservation, went in and was sat right way. Staff on the way to our table was very friendly getting us as we walked. Service was really good with everyone we encountered. Food was excellent. Felt like a really good value. Valet parking was easy. Go try this place i out !
(4)Stricky T.
Nice.....I have to try it twice.....my first visit was on a mild summer day, so we opted to sit outside. The chairs reminded me the old street cafes, metal, aged with peeled paint.......(be careful if you wearing expensive clothes). Anyway, I digress, we went for the paella but the wait was too long (45 minutes), we had a few tapas plates instead of waiting........I glanced at the menu and I saw they had fuet (the best dry cured sausage I ever tasted), we ordered that, the drunken goat cheese, patatas bravas, the beef empanadas which were so lush......and to top it off we also ordered the octopus.....remarkably different & flavourful .......next time paella......I hope it's worth the 45 minute wait..........
(4)Yasmin L.
Ive had the pleasure of eating at Barcelona twice- first time on a sunday night with a new found friend and we had a cheese plate along side some wine and a beet salad- both delicious- you can never go wrong with cheese! Second time was a Saturday night! WOW i had no idea how vibrant and busy this place was , filled with locals young and older! great atmosphere and great food! we had the fig and chorizo!!!!! and can i just say i went to heaven the minute it hit my palate we had to order another one! and off course our favorite beet salad and cheeses along side some perfeectly made drinks! we sat at the bar and ate there! service was amazing and it felt good to sit at a bar and have the bartender actually pay atention to you! Ladies and gents this is not only great foodand great service! it is also a great place to meet new people and chat it up! Stay beautiful Atlanta!
(5)Tabitha N.
I have been meaning to try this place for a while now, and today finally checked it out. We went in the afternoon looking for a fun crowd and atmosphere, it was a little fancier than we were looking for, but pretty empty. The wait staff were all very nice and accommodating. The food to me and my boyfriend were not very great. The beef empanadas were very simple and did not taste like anything special. We also got deviled eggs, which I liked but my boyfriend thought they tasted like yesterday's deviled eggs. The skirt steak was pretty good but I don't really have to have it again. The last thing we got was the bacon basket, which was supposed to be peppered and also pecan bacon, but all of it tasted the same and none of it was crispy or what we were looking for. Overall, I probably don't have to try this place again.
(2)Jennifer F.
Wow! I'm from Tampa and was in Atlanta on business. We had a big party (12) with reservations. We were seated right away and we ate so much of everything. The vegetarian options were fantastic (spinach chickpea dish, omg) the meats were incredible per the meat eaters. The vegetarian paella was excellent. The service was superb. The wine was fantastic. The place gets loud and very very busy. We were there on a week night (Wednesday) the place was packed by 7pm at the latest. People were waiting and the bar area was full. This place just didn't stop. Per the servers it's always like this. I can believe it. The food was great. The service was great. Recommend getting reservations any day/time.
(5)Arbi D.
Very nice place to bring a date. A little noisy but that's fine given the great food and the very friendly staff. We came around 10:05 PM on a Sunday, while the kitchen was closing and they accepted to get a very good Paella and a few Tapas ready for us. We really appreciated that. Barcelone is one of my favourite spots in ATL for Dinner, not that romantic place but does the job very well. Thanks
(4)Josh G.
This is a long review, but read it before you make reservations. I need to start with a little info about myself, so you know I'm not just being picky. I was a waiter and a barista for 4+ years. I've worked in food service, and I know how difficult it can be. My wife and I live inside the perimeter and frequent the Atlanta restaurant scene. Our expectations for service are VERY reasonable, and we're quite forgiving. All that said, the service at Barcelona, from the POV of a reasonable person, was deplorable. Our group ordered 16 plates of tapas. After 7 of them came, we were assumed to be done. The plates were cleared and the server suspiciously questioned us about the other dishes...no apologies. 4 more plates came out only after being individually requested. Again, dishes cleared, the server was unapologetic, nearly to the point of implying that we were lying about the other plates. In the meantime, two of us were re-upping with different beers, having started with Spaten Oktoberfest. We EACH received the wrong beer TWICE, to total four wrong beers that we sent back. When I calmly tried to work the server through our requests, he literally rolled his eyes at me like a 12 year old, behaving as if the mistakes were clearly ours. The whole ordeal lasted literally 2.5 hours as we were ignored by our two different servers. When we got our bills, the beers that we returned were listed for payment. It's like eating at Just Brakes. We're already there to spend a load of money. We are fit, well-dressed, patient, kind, jovial, well-read, college-educated, middle-class people eating in a highly reviewed restaurant and spending over $50 per person. We were treated like criminals at worst and inconveniences at best. This restaurant has fantastic food. The Chirizo & Figs, Crepes, Empanadas, Steak Dishes, Crispy Pork, Mushrooms w/ Goat Cheese, Patatas Bravas, all magnificent. It's such a pity the service was so terrible. I would actively dissuade my friends and family from eating here. You know the pretentious restaurants that treat their patrons so badly in the movies? This and Bluepointe in Buckhead are the only dining experiences I've had that actually rival that fiction. We always tip generously. The service was so bad that I tipped only 17%. People make mistakes, I realize. It was the attitude with which the problems were addressed that has permanently turned me from this place.
(1)Jenessa C.
Great steak tapas & Bloody Mary drinks! The place picked up in popularity around 12:30, once you could order drinks for a Sunday brunch. And the bread was incredible, warm, fresh, and grainy. Great atmosphere too. A great place to start a Sunday funday!
(4)Beth B.
I went on a Friday night for a friends birthday. We got there around 730, so before it got completely slammed. Everything was all good until we were ready to go (after everyone else in Atlanta decided to also come here) It took us about an hour to an hour and a half get our checks, pay them, and get our cards back. That killed it for me.
(1)Leslie W.
So, this place is super crowded on a Friday night, but I guess that's to be expected in the bustling metro Atlanta sub community of Inman Park... It was so crowded that they apparently did not plan on us actually keeping our reservation at 10pm. When we arrived, we were told it would be a 20 minute wait! As we were leaving however, the hostess came after us to say that a table had just opened up. Confused, but promptly seated, we began to peruse the menu. The server gave us a run down of the menu that one of my companions described as "flight attendant" style and pointed to the list of wines by the glass on the food menu. That was much easier than trying to decipher the extensive wine list. We ordered about 10 small plates for 4 people. House cured olives, roasted garlic, dinosaur kale salad, potato tortilla, crispy cabbage, pork belly and chorizo with figs were all really good. My glass of Argentinian Pinot Noir was incredible! I am definitely hunting down that bottle! Downers: Some plates were a little small for their price. I know pork belly is the new go-to fatty protein, but it's not worth it's weight in gold, so how bout throwing another piece on the plate for $11?! Seating was very uncomfortable on the "patio". Our four top was very cramped and the seats were hard and too small for my American butt to sit on comfortably. And it was very dark. I would go again and definitely try to hit up the half price wine bottles on Sunday because they do have an amazing selection.
(3)Jessica P.
Came here to celebrate a friends birthday, the place was packed but the service was impeccable the whole night. Food was absolutely delicious, loved everything but the chorizo with figs was probably the best. Very impressed!
(5)Aanal P.
I have now been to Barcelona three times. It definitely surpassed my expectations the first time I ate here. I expected "just another tapas joint." But, it is much much much more than that! Barcelona has amazing quality of food. It is on the expensive side, but if you want to try this place, go on a Sunday. 1/2 off bottle of wine and great tapas deals. Some of my favorites on the menu: Brussel Sprouts (yes, try it!), Chorizo and Fig (mmmmm), Paella (can feed a whole damn family and then some...), Wild Striped Bass Ceviche (fresh and minty!), Chicken Empanadas (heavenly!), Mushroom with goat cheese (savory)... Oh, and that bucket of warm bread with olive oil..(tip: add crushed black pepper and a bit of salt to the olive oil and then dip...you won't regret it!) Dessert: Churros Y Chocolate (what?? wow!) and Warm Chocolate Hazelnut Indulgence with Raspberry Sauce and Coconut Ice Cream (WHERE have you been my whole life??) MUST TRY! Service is excellent! Ambiance is nice and cozy.... and the wine is amazing! I will definitely go back...heck, I have already been three times! There is no stopping me now! 5 stars for the best tapas I have had so far in Atlanta!
(5)D W.
Great Tapas and a great vibe in Inman Park. Hanger steak and empanadas are awesome. $15 Don Julio margaritas were pretty good but pretty pricey. Make a reservation.
(4)Carl C.
I recently went to this restaurant for a birthday celebration. The overall ambiance and the food was great. The only thing to keep in mind is that this place is absolutely packed on Saturday nights. So unless you are looking for wait an hour before being seated, I would go there during non-peak hours.
(5)Robyn M.
Where do I begin? My husband and I wanted to celebrate our 21st wedding anniversary in an environment that reminded us of the FLAVOR we use to have when we were New Yorkers in Park Slope, BKLYN...pre-children and the Hum Drum life of the Metro ATL Suburbs. You know, back when every place we dined was ALL THE RAGE! We found that in Barcelona Atlanta. From the valet guy who parked our car in a special place cause he'd be gone b4 we returned, to the adorable roving bartender and friendly hostess, waiter and the Hunky Manager 'Shaun'...we (former Out-About- Towners) couldn't remember the last time we enjoyed a complete dining experience in Atlanta this much. Atmosphere: Hoppin with fly, hipster, eclectic types (I'm claiming Fly for me & Hubby). Artsy space had something for all tastes. The Food & Drink: Adorable bartender worked the densely packed floor (Details model on rollerblades) and got yummy cocktails to us quickly. Red Wine Sangria was strong & refreshing. Food: Shaun, Manager (Shout-out to Mrs Hunky...Bronx Native) started our celebration with complimentary champagne and Tapas. He chose 'em and we loved 'em! Flank Steak w/Truffles, Cheese (sheep) w/pistachio and an asparagus dish that I only got to smell...hubby inhaled it. Left there and laughed our A$$ off at Dad's Garage! Thanks for giving us directions Shaun!
(5)Gina M.
I had high hopes for my first experience at Barcelona, since it was highly recommended to me. I had made an 8:15 reservation for three people. When we arrived I had checked in at the hostess stand & she had let me know that they were running a little behind. 15 minutes have gone by, then 30, then 45 and we finally get seated. They had placed us in the overly crowded bar where there were literally people leaning on the backs of our chairs. Not only was it hard to talk, it felt like strangers had joined us for dinner. On the positive to these negatives, the manager had recognized that we have had a not so great start to our evening and had sent out a complimentary appetizer. The service was good, as well as the food and of course the wine. I would certainly give Barcelona another shot. My suggestion is to definitely make a reservation. Even though we had to wait an extra 45 minutes, walk-ins had to wait up to 90 minutes.
(3)Kendra C.
I love this place. They allow dogs on the outside patio which is awesome. Their food has officially spoiled me. I highly recommend the chorizo and figs! Even their salad was mouth watering. Who knew that simple ingredients can do wonderful things to your taste buds. The owner is extremely friendly. They have an impressive wine list. My friend and I ended up spending $50 each ( 4 drinks, 7 tapas), but it was worth it. I'll see them next pay check.
(5)Jason T.
Great space and friendly staff. Wine list is impressive, and by-the-glass offerings is respectable. Would like to see more b-t-g choices. Not a fan of the "all you can eat" tapas. Too many high starch/potato plates to fill you up before the meat dishes come out.
(2)Valerie S.
This restaurant is amazing. We had a great meal while on vacation from Chicago. The service is excellent. We loved being able to eat outdoors (not often possible in the north). We would definitely come back if we are in town again.
(5)Naima W.
I was here for brunch earlier today to celebrate a friend's birthday. We had reservations for a party of approximately 15. The staff accommodated the group very well and seated us quickly. The restaurant has a very modern and chic design and the servers are pretty friendly. I had heard great things about Barcelona and was very hopeful I would have an awesome experience. The restaurant is located in Inman Park and I love brunch in this area! Unfortunately, my experience today did not live up to my expectations. Our table was in close proximity to the main entrance and the door stays open all day. This presented a problem for most people at our table because even though we are in the first week of Spring, the weather today was very cold and rainy. The temperature was in the high 40's and the draft from the door made us uncomfortable and cold. We asked if it was possible to close the door but our server said they had to leave it open. I ordered hot tea to try to warm up a little and it took over 20 minutes for me to receive it. I asked about the status of my drink several times and was told that orders for hot tea are submitted when the meal order is sent to the kitchen. This is not a customer friendly practice because most people expect to receive their drink orders within a few minutes of making the request. When our server passed out menus to our table, we were told they did not have enough left for each person to have their own and we needed to share. I will admit the restaurant was pretty crowded but I felt like they should have had enough menus on hand to accommodate large tables. After looking over a friend's shoulder to review the menu, I decided to order the short ribs hash. While placing my order, I was told they had just run out of the entree I wanted so I had to look over a friend's shoulder again to make another selection. I was a little disappointed they didn't have what I originally wanted but I ordered the eggs benedict instead. I was impressed when the server offered to add shrimp to this dish after I stated I did not want the sausage it came with. It's too bad it was served cold! I was one of the first to order, so I imagine my food sat out in the open kitchen area while the other entrees were being prepared. At this point, I decided my entire dining experience was shot so I sent my meal back and decided not to order anything else. I don't remember hearing anyone talk about how wonderful their food was but I did hear a few other complaints. One person at the table had undercooked eggs and another felt like the potatoes were too spicy. I might be willing to try Barcelona Atlanta again but will only do so if I am with a small party of two to four people. I think serving large parties may be a bit of a challenge for them.
(2)Rob S.
Nice place, the food was good I had the 6 sampler dish. Sangria was Awsome. It's little overprice I had better for less...
(3)Gabriel C.
Pros- great wine list and Fantastic servers that know there stuff. Great look and vibe. Cons- very average food very average. Seems like a high turnaround of workers. Every time there is someone new. To me that just screams bad management And that just adds to my list of disappointment.
(1)Brian C.
The food was ok. Really enjoyed the patatas bravas. Great location and good wines. Can't believe how many people line up on weekend nights.
(3)John P.
Love this place:) First I just like the neighborhood. It's probably my favorite in Atlanta. Walk around, do some funky shopping, visit cool little hangs, etc, etc. Anyway. The place has a nice scene, little funky, upbeat, cool. Pretentious or not...I just like people watching. My last visit with the missus, we went for Sunday brunch. We had the Short Ribs Hash - great, a Bacon Basket with varied tasty bacon - seriously yummy, Eggs Benedict, house style and some of those Grits things you people like. Even my Bloody Mary was great. The waitstaff is friendly, polite and nice. For dessert, I had ordered an Ice Creme Sampler. When I asked the waiter what exactly that was, he said that I had a choice of 1 of the 3 flavors, I went for the chocolate. Then I got a plate with one scoop of ice creme - before I could say Rumpelstilskin - a waitress apologized, let me know you're supposed to get more than that - 3 scoops and then showed up with another bowlful. It was more that I could eat and I guess the first waiter was new, yet I really appreciate the proactive action- awesome. Are there any cons - I'm sure if I thought about it long enough I could create one but dang (now I'm sounding like ya'll) everything is so good and well done, who thinks of those things:) Go - eat - drink - people watch - repeat.
(5)Gillian R.
I ended up here on a Sunday evening, desperately trying to soak up the sunshine, extend the weekend, and procrastinate my inevitable dreaded Sunday evening chores of laundry and a quick stop at the grocery store. Bottles of wine were half price, so of course we couldn't pass that up! I don't remember what we got, but it was white and tasty. That I do remember! Tapas are fun cause it's all sharesies. As in, this makes a great date. They also bring you a big basket of bread with oil for dipping. We got balsamic as well, and let's be honest here--I think I probably ate my weight in bread. We had: -house cured olives: Um, how can you go wrong with olives? You can't, you just can't. Unless you don't like olives. In which case, you should probably not get this dish. -spinach chickpea casserole: Spinach, chickpeas, cumin. This was tasty, but not the best dish we had. I kept thinking that I could probably make it myself. -roasted garlic bulbs: Okay, I could make this myself, but I rarely do, so it was still something special. The garlic bulbs were perfectly roasted and smeared in the perfect consistency across my fluffy pieces of bread. We couldn't get enough of this! -marinated beet salad: Marinated beets, walnuts, blue cheese. This was seriously incredible. I wanted to believe that I could make this at home, but even when I bought the ingredients, it just wasn't the same. This was probably our number one choice of the evening. I'm pretty sure there were several times that we both stabbed at the same beet. -herbed goat cheese & mushrooms: This was one of our last dishes, at the point when I think I was already reaching maximum capacity. Maybe that's why it wasn't my favorite. I love herbs, I love goat cheese, I mostly love mushrooms. For me, though, this was just WAY too creamy. It probably would've been better in the first round of ordering. He also had something meaty, but I have zero memory of what it was because it didn't go in my tummy. Our waiter was attentive but not a hovercraft. He was really laid-back and made me laugh. The true star of this place is the restroom. Not only was it beautiful, in a cozy, understated sort of way, but there are TWO women's restrooms. Finally a place that understands that I don't want to spend half of my meal waiting in line to use the restroom! Thank you, Barcelona. I'm pretty certain I'll make my way back to Barcelona at some point.
(4)Lisa C.
Gorgeous restaurant, friendly staff, beautiful bar, and great Tapas!!! the food was really great, I had a wonderful time with a group of my brother's friends. It was loud but it was a good vibe. The tapas were all delicious, and the red sangria was good but not great. It was loaded with tons of ice and ice was the resounding theme of that sangria, and that was the only dissapointing fact about my experience. I am not a lush and do not need tons of alcohol, but if i cant even get a sip without the water from around my glass dripping all over my lap, there is too much ice.. slightly on the ridiculous side, but the food and desserts were yumm!
(4)Dana L.
I took an out of town friend here and from the moment we walked in, we were well taken care of. The service was EXCELLENT. I have been here several times before and they will always give you an extra tapa just to try. When we asked our server if he wanted us to move to the bar because we didn't want to hog well waited for table time (and wanted to gab for a bit longer), he said that no one has ever been that considerate and came out with complimentary drinks for us. Great vibe, a bit loud in the bar area if you're trying to "catch up". Make reservations- this place gets packed!
(5)Lauren H.
We visited Barcelona for the first time last night for a drink with friends after dinner. The restaurant looks very cool from the outside - with the fireplace and outside seating. It was very crowded once we got inside however, which made it hard for our group (only 4 ppl). The bar area has almost no standing room, we kept getting pushed around back and forth as we were ordering a bottle of wine. The bartender was CRAZY slow at getting our order. We tried to sit down at a table in the bar area and were promptly told we could not sit there unless we were on the waiting list. They have almost no seating at the bar, and almost no standing room so it was an uncomfortable crowded situation. When we finished the bottle and were ready to leave, the bartender couldn't find our friend's card who ordered the wine. He accused him of actually having the card and then took another 10 minutes to find it. It was pretty ridiculous. I really wanted to go check out the fireplace, however we did not have a chance. We were ready to go and headed out without a stop outside. I don't think we'll be back again. The reviews our friends who have been there for dinner gave of the food weren't stellar. Pretty much that the food is overpriced for what it is. And that you can't get out of there for dinner for 2 under around $80-100. Oh well, I had higher hopes despite the meh reviews I read. Maybe they'll shape up and we'll be back. Otherwise we won't be back here agian.
(2)Maressa M.
Went here for the first time late on a Friday night. Someone immediately pointed out to me how eerily similar the patrons looked. Crew cuts? Light blue button downs? Creepy wandering eyes? Check on all three counts. If you're a young professional out on the prowl, this is the place to be. I suggest going on Sunday for 1/2 priced bottles of wine and a more relaxed crowd. Patio seating is also a must. The interior is beautifully designed, but nothing beats sitting outside on a beautiful day to enjoy your meal. Food that I have tried and found especially pleasing: herbed goat cheese and mushrooms, ham and cheese croquetas, and the dulce de leche crepes. Specialty drinks I wish I could have on a daily basis: caipirinha, floradora, and white wine sangria.
(4)Sarah N.
So excited to have another fun restaurant in Inman Park! If you are looking for a great glass of wine and fab tapas - this is your spot. That said, it's very loud and the bar area gets crowded most nights. Request a table in the restaurant side if you want to hear your dining mates. I've been a couple times with a vegan friend and they are pretty accommodating to adapt meals for her. Standard favorites include: chorizo with fig; potatas bravas and garlic bulbs. They also switch their menu daily based on season - if you see the pumpkin with honey or the brussels sprouts order them immediately!
(4)James D.
Excellent food! Had lunch here and was blown away by the great food and very nice decor. We tried to have dinner here but it was PACKED! At night, its more of a bar/party scene. Eating inside would be difficult if you like to carry a conversation. Highly recommend outdoor seating if you can get it. We had drinks outside and closed the place out, very good drinks and food.
(5)Kim N.
Came here last night for my birthday and it was great! We had reservations and were seated right away. Our server was knowledgeable and friendly. We had a bunch of different tapas, charcuterie, and also tried the meat serving for 2... Can't remember what it's called but it was super yummy! The scallops plancha, ham and cheese croquettes, and shrimp ceviche were some of my faves. Would def come here again.
(4)Kate C.
Food was mediocre...not on par with other tapas restaurants we've been to. Service was good.
(3)Delaine R.
I love this place. They screwed up the timing of our orders where 3 of us got our food in the first course and one didn't have anything. He made an off hand comment about not getting any food yet- not mad, but just a comment. The manager came over and comped all of our food (4 people who are eaters) and brought out 4 more tapas for us on the house. I understand people make mistakes and they apologized and over delivered to make up for it. This place is awesome.
(5)Katherine W.
Fun scene, but SUPER noisy inside! During their busier hours (actually... that appears to be most of the time), it's more of a scene to be in, rather than a place to focus on your company and conversation. If you're here on a date, try to sit outside. It seems mellower outside, as in, you don't have to scream to be heard. Plus, there's a lantern at each table, and a fireplace. Comprehensive wine list... a decent number available by the glass, but a lot more by the bottle. The food seems a little hit or miss, with some awesome, some meh. Definitely recommend the grilled hangar steak with black truffle sauce, and the chorizo with figs. The roasted sunchokes are not my thing -- nice tangy flavor, but a weird texture (sort of like a cross between broccoli and potato).
(3)Jillian O.
Came her for after dinner drinks and dessert - it was packed which is a good sign but we soon noticed it was packed as more of a bar/party joint than a quality wine and tapas bar would be. The selection of wine by the glass was very minimal. A kajillion wines by the bottle but by the glass? No. The desserts LOOKED good but didn't leave us wanting more. We didn't even finish them. Our drinks came AFTER our food...and there was a beligerant group of 6 next to us. I don't really have much else to say except this was kind of a sucky waste of money.
(1)Anita I.
Ever go to a place and think, I won't be back, I don't care if everyone loves it, I just will not come back here. Yep, this place fits that bill for me. EVERYONE loves it. And I think it's popularity is also its disadvantage. For one thing, the place is not designed to handle that many people. It's got a nice cosy New York bar decor, with the black and white pictures, no TVs and casual dining music. Then, you get here and it's bumper to bumper packed with people. There's no room to move let alone mingle. It's not designed for the crowd. So it just makes mingling uncomfortable. I know it's not their fault that they are the popular kid in town, but trust me with fewer people you'll start to enjoy the allure and coolness of the ambiance. With the crowd, you're just trying to order a drink and hopefully not spill it. Also, because of their popularity they've rested on their laurels. The bar staff is cocky to a T, only serving with charm the cute chicks and deep pocketed guests. Those of us that sadly do not fall into either category are just served after a long long time. The only bar staff worth it is Doug, if not for him I would have been a very thirsty gal. Very thirsty. Finally, the prices. I guess they can charge these exorbitant prices because...(1) they are popular and, (2) people would patronize them either way. I mean $9.50 for a side of asparagus comprised of only 7 asparagus, and then, the same cost for a half plate of calamari. Plus, all the good wines are priced above $10. I know my wine so trust me when I say this...Wine below that price is not worth drinking. Once again, appealing to the people with deep pockets. So, no I will not be back here unless, (a) I score a boyfriend with deep pockets, or (2) it stops being the toast of the town and starts working hard to retain customers, now they're just lazy.
(2)Eric A.
My experience at Barcelona was nothing but fantastic. My boyfriend and I showed up on Sunday for an early Valentines Day dinner. We must have beat the rush - because we were seated almost immediately. Our team of 2 servers were friendly, funny, and really knowledgeable about the menu. We got 2 tapas to start. The hangar steak and truffle oil was delicious and so tender I could cut it with my fork. The caldo verde was even better - perfectly seasoned! One of the few mistakes by the restaurant: I figured the tapas were meant to share, but the caldo verde only came with 1 spoon, so we had to alternate bites. For the 'main' course we decided to get the Sunday special, the pig roast. The roast came with a salad as a starter. This was probably the weakest part of the meal. The hearts of romaine were way too pig for the plate and were adorned with only a few tomato wedges and way too many olives. The plates were so small that even just trying to cut the romaine led to half the salad falling off the plate. But - really this salad was the only thing that missed the mark. Before the roast came out, our server came to show us a picture of the whole pig we'd be eating that day. The Roast was very tasty - with crispy pig skin covering the juicy meat part of the roast. It was a little fatty - but it definitely gave the meat a LOT of flavor. As sides, the pig came with a spinach/cheese mixture and sweet potato fries. Finally, to top off the meal - some of the best flan I've ever tasted. Overall a fantastic meal - with only the missing spoon and salad being less than perfect. The restaurant is nicely decorated - but if you're sitting along the wall bench - you might need to get cozy with your neighbors. I would definitely go back again.
(5)Nevin L.
Great tapas, especially the veggie options. Drinks were excellent, and service out of this world for a very busy place they still pay attention to their guests. Food was delicious and they kept the little plates coming. Great place if you like a festive, happening place.
(5)David B.
I came on a Saturday before reservations at Soto Soto in Inman Park. The bar area was slammed with a good crowd. It would be difficult to sit down and have dinner in the bar area. I came back Monday evening and was greeted by the two bartenders. The bar area was about 60% full. Meal 1. Salad with gem lettuce (looks like small romaine), tomato, onions, and a variety of pit-in olives, served with a simple vinagrette dressing--A+ 2. Tapa - grouper cheeks (tender 2 inch squared pieces X 4 ) with salsa verde (oil mixed with parsley and garlic) --B 3. Trout la plancha - Skin side up with white bean and tomato --A+ I also had two glasses of wine appx 11 per glass from Mendoza Argentina. With tip appx. 60-65 dollars. I was very pleased with my experience and will come back to this establishment.
(4)Megan S.
TASTE A TOUCH OF SPAIN at BARCELONA WINE BAR, ¡OLE! When in Spain, the best part of any day is when the sun retreats and people fill the streets casually promenading from one eatery or café to another all the while embracing each other's companionship. A touch of this lifestyle came to South Norwalk, Connecticut in 1995 in a small thirty seat wine bar when Sasa Mahr-Batuz and Andy Pforzheimer opened the first Barcelona Wine Bar. The demand for this slice of the good life had proven so successful that Barcelona Wine Bar expanded to other locations including Atlanta. Heading up the kitchen at the Inman Park location is Executive Chef Shane Devereaux whose unique hip cooking style brings an exciting flair to these time-honored Spanish and Latin classics. With the coming of Barcelona Wine Bar to Atlanta, a void was filled as the city now has a restaurant where both wine and food take center stage together as equals. The wine director for Barcelona Wine Bar is the vivacious Gretchen Thomas. For a thirty something, I am impressed on how Gretchen uses her wine knowledge to search out the best value to quality wines of which many are way under the radar for all to enjoy. The wine list is just short of an encyclopedia and is like a who's who of Iberian wines as well as a multitude of gems from South America and beyond. It is rare to find Jerez sherry on any list but to find the best of the best is stunning. Instead of a dry martini, try the bone dry Lustau's Palo Cortado "Peninsula" which offers great balance with rich almond aromas with prune eau de vie flavors that seem to linger forever and matches well with a serving of Boquerones, filets of anchovies marinated in garlic, parsley and olive oil. Another treasure is Alvear's "Carlos VII" Amontillado with its caramel nose and hazelnut, toffee flavors, which beckons a nibble or two from the outstanding Spanish cheese offerings- yum!!! Besides the extensive sherry offerings, Barcelona Wine Bar has assembled a fantastic wine by the glass program. If bubbles are the desire then treat it with a glass of Sumarroca Gran Reserva - the roasted chickpea puree or the marinated olives are nice matches for this creamy sparkler. To complement the Gambas al Ajillo, plump shrimp sautéed with roasted garlic and a splash of sherry, or the grilled scallops made with preserved lemons - Scallops a la Plancha - a glass of the Godello from the Valdeorras region is in order. This beauty is noted for its complex yet elegant citrus aromas and flavors with a slight balsamic-like tingle in the aftertaste, which adds a nice accent to these seafood offerings. The other unique white wine to consider is the San Clodio from Ribeiro with its nectar-like flavors and a peppery spark in the background making this blend of indigenous varietals one refreshing vino - try it with the Crispy Calamari that's served with a smoked pepper aioli, or the Salted Cod in a spicy tomato sauce, or the Pulpo Gallego - grilled octopus with pimentón picante and boiled fingerling potatoes - so many choices to be had but no matter what you choose it will be a winner. One of the rock stars in making Spanish wines is Alvaro Palacios and his organically farmed "La Montesa" Crianza from Rioja hits all the notes with its deep black fruit flavors. This ultra-balanced elegant wine needs foods of substance like the Chorizo with Sweet and Sour Figs in a balsamic-sherry glaze or the savory Albondigas - meatballs in a sassy tomato sauce. My personal find was the 2009 Acústic, from Acústic Celler made in the rugged Montsant region of Spain. Using traditional techniques, winemaker Albert Jane has created a wine that's loaded with character that's a thrill to sip and goes nicely with the grilled-to-perfection Lamp Chops, or the succulent Guajillo Chile Pork Ribs, or even some carvings from the renown black Iberian pig, Jamón Ibérico - this is as close to culinary nirvana as one can get - the best part is you don't have to spend a fortune to get there. When you think the treasure hunt for your OMG experience couldn't get any better, guess what, it does. The 100% Tannat dessert wine from Uruguay's Viñedo de los Vientos is simply nectar from the gods. Its honey-like texture with its aromas of wildflowers, Madagascan vanilla bean, and a touch of white chocolate makes this unique wine ecstasy in a glass. Either the freshly made Churros served with a warm dark chocolate sauce or the divine dulce de leche Crepas Salguero will surely seal the deal. We may not have embraced the style and grace of promenading here in ATL, but at least there is now a place to migrate with friends or soon to be friends and enjoy companionship while enjoying a slice of the good life - Barcelona Wine Bar style.
(4)S E.
Food is always amazing no matter what you order on the menu. Everything is always fresh and delicious! Awesome vibe and cool people :)
(5)Valerie N.
After hearing so many friends rave over Barcelona, we decided to try it out for Inman Park restaurant week. Barecelona offered a $25/person menu, so I quickly made a reservation online for an outdoor table to try it out. We decided to go on a Wednesday night and hopefully miss the insanity that is IPRW. We showed up on time for our reservation and were told our table wasn't ready, my pet peeve. We moved into the very crowded bar and enjoyed a cocktail while waiting. And we waited. And we waited. And we waited... (on a Wednesday night, y'all). After about 30 minutes, our outdoor table finally opened up. We were seated at a very tiny table that was really meant for 2; luckily, the next table over was getting up and we were able to snag their 4 top that made much more sense for our group. The hostess made me feel high maintenance to ask, but really - after all that wait, we should have been accommodated with a table that made sense for a group of 4 (not to mention our upcoming tapas and drinks). The change was quickly made and next thing I know, a group of 2 was seated at our original table (and they even looked crowded!). Our waiter was absolutely lovely and quickly helped us forget our long wait and table snafu. We essentially ordered everything on the menu, thanks to the Restaurant Week offer. To be honest, everything was good and nothing really stands out to me as a "must order," aside from the albondigas and empanadas. Truly - everything was good. It was really lovely sit outside and enjoy good company, yummy tapas, delicious wine, and great weather.
(4)Karla N.
I absolutely loooooveeee this place! I have been to this place several times and i can not believe I havent wrote a review yet! I love the fact that they have inside and outside sitting all year round and the back patio has a nice fireplace. our experience have varied but i have never had bad service here. However if it is the weekend after 7 get ready to wait even when the is reservations which I hate. now the food is really really good but some of the tapas feel like a bite size specially the fish tapas I dont recall the name but it was 2 bite size pieces of fish for 14 bucks it was really good but we left feeling cheated. now the wine selection per glass is great. Now if you are like me and spontanously want to go east without a reservation this place has a small bar in the patio which it looks like is used by the staff but you could actually seat there and obtain good service. This past weekend I tried their brunch and I have to say it was delish i encourage you to try it.
(5)Nicki K.
Great place overall and 3.5 star rating. I just cannot say I'm a fan yet. I do like tapas but I don't love them. They are like Spanish version of dim sum for me, which I'm also not a fan of. Atmosphere is busy, casual, laid back, but can be noisy. I went on a Thursday night and it was packed!!! I cannot imagine weekends. The bar area was very crowded. Waiter Michael was really knowledgeable and cool. He helped us decide what to order. He gave great descriptions and ideas. We ordered the following - Red Bell peppers stuff with cheese - it was so good, I really like it, I want to learn how to make it now, impress. Eggplant - I like eggplant and do not eat enough of it. It was really good, thick and meaty tasting, very flavorful. However, it did come out room temperature, wish it was brought to table after cooking it instead of it sitting on counter. Shrimp - a few pieces, tasty but needed a bit more salt. Meatballs - it was really good. I was impress. I'm not a big beef fan but Michael told us that it's a mix of beef, veal, and lamb. Snapper - the filet was really small, I understand it was small like tapas but wow, seriously. The taste was okay. I feel like I'm missing another tapa but that's all I can remember. I thought I took pics of it but I didn't. There is valet parking but you can also park across the street in the deck. I parked down the street. My GPS didn't take me to the location. The restaurant was hard to find cause it doesn't say Barcelona on the outside but luckily, I saw a valet guy on the other side of the building who helped guide me. Overall, if you like this kind of restaurant, go for it. I do like it, just not love it. I prefer more casual, laid back environments where I can listen to without all the noise.
(3)Elisabeth C.
The tapas at this restaurant were amazing. We had albondigas, ceviche, cauliflower, shrimp, patatas bravas and skirt steak. They were all perfectly cooked and tasted great. The service was also very good. I highly recommend this restaurant!
(5)Lindsay J.
I finally tried out Barcelona a few weeks ago with a group (I felt like the last of my friends who had never been), and I have to say, it is one of the best places in Atlanta. There were four of us and the tapas were the perfect sizes for sharing. Definitely start out with a meat and cheese plate if you're with a group. Ah-mazing wine list, too. There are outdoor heaters and blankets for sitting outside. I can't wait to go back.
(5)Lyndenise B.
As the "it" place right now, you definitely have to dress yourself with patience when coming to dine. I had reservations for 8:45 but was not seated until an hour later. The current hosts should (1) be outside instead of the middle of the restaurant creating chaos when blocking the kitchen and bathrooms and (2) reservations system should be automated and include the tables instead of two separate lists where they clearly don't turn anyone away. The ambiance is vibrant and fun but aside from tapas it doesn't remind me of anything Spanish related. They had old school hip hop which was fun but not a "Barcelona" experience. They have us several tapas on the house because of the wait so I do appreciate that. The food wasn't my favorite and I love Spanish tapas! The calamari were soggy and the spicy mayo was way too hot. The spinach and garbanzo plate was really mushy and the scallops were way too rubbery. I've been here before for a private event and it was fantastic but this time failed to hit the mark. Service was ok but definitely not with the wait or the price.
(3)Sandra C.
I remember the first time I went, food was awesome. Second time today was okay but not as great as I remembered. Service, however, was phenomenal. Our calamari came out too salty and the manager immediately recognized we were dissatisfied. We got a new one that was perfectly executed and he even took it off the menu. Very friendly and attentive staff. Will definitely return. I just wish they had drink specials. Or some kind of happy hour or something.
(4)Beverly C.
I went on a weekend evening with 2 girlfriends so it was slammed. It was a lot of hassle at first. We were told it would be an hour wait. We walked to Krog Street and came back 45 min later and the host said it would be another 45 minutes. He said we had only been waiting 15 min. We spoke with someone else, who happened to be the manager who did his very best to seat us as quickly as possible. Our server was fabulous and coached us through the menu as first timers. The manager checked us as well. We shared about 5-6 tapas and had sangria and wine. Everything was delicious! It's definitely the place to be! I didn't see them on open table, which would have made our night go smoother.
(4)Yasmine B.
My go to spot for a celebration or special occasion date night. The atmosphere is trendy and the restaurant is always busy. On the weekend be prepared to wait even if you have a reservation. The restaurant has valet. Monday is half priced bottles of wine :) The tapas are so flavorful and perfect for sharing if the server times the courses. The flan is absolutely amazing. Must try - the calamari and the chorizo and fig. Really most of the menu is a must try, I've never tried anything here I didn't love. The wine list is huge so I recommend having a server make suggestions. You get what you pay for - come prepared to spend money and get an amazing experience.
(5)Tran N.
Barcelona Atlanta came to my mind as one of the best tapas places in Atlanta. I've eaten at other tapas places but this tops it all. There were a lot of characteristics I loved about this place. The seating outside the patio was great in ambiance, and the fall breeze wasn't bad because I do get cold easily, but they provide blankets at the table! There was also a nice heater above us to keep the warmth. We were here just for the tapas since we weren't too hungry, the paella looked great though, but too huge in portions. The tapas we tried: Hanger Steak-Our server recommended this, and said everyone always gets it since it is a popular one. Definitely get this if you're coming here, meat was cooked just right, and the sauce was good. Shrimp: I can't remember the actual name of this dish, just know it is broiled shrimp with good flavors into it. Meatballs: These definitely got me full after about 1 1/2, they come in 5, but best way to fill your stomach without over ordering. Not bad in flavors, but ikea's swedish meatballs are better.... Ribeye with mushrooms: I could recommend these along with the hanger steak as the 2 favorites. Grilled and sautéed just right. Potatoe bravas: It's a habit for me and my boyfriend to come to a tapas place and get potatoes, I love these because it was roasted perfectly, and the sauce to top was amazing. Dessert: Hazelnut chocolate indulgence cake with coconut ice cream. I could eat the coconut ice cream by itself and be satisfied, the cake was great and very rich, but as i'm getting older my sweet tooth is dying out, This was just a bit to sweet for me. However, still great. They also had churros on the menu with chocolate sauce, and Flan-I should have gotten thought instead. Barcelona is a great place for date night, surprised my boyfriend by coming here and he ended up loving it. Make reservations definitely, especially on a Saturday night and enjoy the tapas on the patio where its less noisy from inside. Complimentary Valet is available.
(5)Michelle B.
Dennis was our server and he was great! We didn't order much (just a glass of wine), but never felt rushed or anything. It was chilly so they had blankets out on their outdoor chairs. Nice touch! Cute wine bar and they have music and events all the time.
(5)Ashley S.
I am a bit confused about the $35 Unlimited Tapas deal, as I expected it to be, indeed, unlimited. I Came here on a Monday night and ended up doing the Unlimited Tapas for $35 per person (6 person minimum). Servers immediately began bringing out tapas, and it was nice that they brought out 2 of each dish since we had 8 people in our party. However, I wasn't very impressed with the dishes they chose, and they were definitely not what I would have ordered had I picked. Eventually, we asked for the late night menu so we could begin choosing our own tapas. We asked the waitress if everything on the menu was included in the unlimited deal, to which she responded "yes." So, we began picking what we wanted to try, which were meats and cheeses as opposed to roasted carrots, chickpea spread, potatoes, etc. We thought everything was included in the $35 price, but when we got our bill, our waitress had upcharged us for the dishes we ordered. Instead of charging $35 per person, our bill was $115. When we questioned it, our waitress ended up taking off the charges but told us she had to charge for the Ceviche. We never actually received the Ceviche, so she did end up taking that off as well. I am just wondering if it is indeed unlimited tapas for $35, or if they regularly charge extra for plates that you order yourself. If that's the case, it's certainly not worth the $35, and they need to add that bit of information in a disclaimer.
(2)Michael P.
The best food I have had in a really long time. Every dish was amassing!!!! I would recommend you come!
(5)C B.
One of the best meals I've had in months. Plan $70 each for best possible experience.
(5)Mqew W.
I had their signature paella and it was just okay. It was not worth the price we paid for it! I'll go back to try their tapas with friends since that was most of the positive reviews.
(3)Shelby S.
This restaurant really impressed me with their service. Complimentary spanish wine? Duh they get 5 stars. They have something wrapped in bacon, dates or something? Get that. You don't like bacon? Shut up. Get it.
(5)Karen F.
One of my absolute favorite spots. Ambiance, service, food... it is all on point. I'd like to start with explaining my internal battle between my Monday - Thursday life and my weekend life. Monday - Thursday, it takes a lot to get me to even leave my house and it's nearly impossible to convince me for dinner and drinks. What I absolutely love about Barcelona, is it acts both of that cozy comfortable atmosphere where you feel like you're dining at your favorite aunts house or as that first stop on a wild girls night out. I'm never NOT in the mood for this place. They change out their dinner menu regularly, which makes it easier to pretend you don't frequent there as much as you do. Every time I go, I let my server recommend his favorites and I have NEVER been disappointed. If Josh/Jeptha is working, he's worth a wait. He's the best, around....nothings gonna ever keep you down. Sorry, had to give a little Karate Kid reference. They have a new GM also who is a super nice guy. Actually came to the table to introduce himself. Nice touch. I can honestly say I have not disliked anything I have had there. And no matter how full I get, there is ALWAYS... ALWAYS room for their Caramel Crepe. Jesus. Makes my mouth water. Oh. And they started doing brunch on weekends. Half priced bottles of wine on Sundays. Have you SEEN that patio seating? ....Game changer. Just sayin.
(5)Ana M.
I have been here twice- the first to a double date when whoever picked the wine thought we were high-rollers, the boys were hungry and we ended up dropping $80 pp. Last time I was here, I went with three other girls, we shared some Cava, 4 tapas and 2 desserts and the check came out to $25. Moral of the story: never go to a tapas place with boys. Both times were awesome. The service is attentive and fun, and the tapas are solid. I won't say that any dish has completely knocked my socks off, but they are all of very high quality. But you come here for the ambience. A wrap around, see and be seen porch equipped with outside heaters and a large fireplace ensures that this place is always bustling. The drink options are amazing- you can go with any of the high quality wines from the list (prices start in the high 20s and go up), there's sangria and a tantalizing cocktail list. The bar is happening on most evenings. The service, as I have mentioned, is impeccable- they even have blankets for us girls who insist on wearing summer dresses in March. Everything is designed for you to have a good time, and you will.
(4)Nhuy W.
AWESOME! I have only been here a few times and every time it has been amazing. So the last time we were here, there was issues with the brussel sprouts. It took a long time for them to come out which was not a big deal at all. The manager came out and apologized and then gave us free dessert. We did not expect that but that shows you how much they care about their business. We will be back this weekend and definitely a must in Atlanta.
(5)Donald L.
I like barcelona. Great patio, love the small bites and the wine is always outstanding. It is one of those places that you want to bring people who are visiting from out of town. Because it is perfectly situated within walking distance of the beltline, it is a great opportunity for a short walk before dinner.
(4)Ewa K.
Can't get behind any place that doesn't honor reservations. This.is completely ridiculous. I don't care about anything else really. That's basic.
(1)Obadiah S.
Happened upon this place for a birthday dinner. It's in the (now) very hoppin' Inman Park. So much foot traffic in this area, kinda cool. My first impressions of the place: it's very loud. That's not a bad thing necessarily, but it meant that we had to yell to be heard. It seems like a much better party joint than a date spot. We ordered a bunch of tapas. Everything was pretty decent. There were no particular highs or lows with the selections. It was all very....safe. I ordered a mint julep. Yeah I know, it's a wine bar. But the mark of a good bartender is the ability to produce a somewhat obscure cocktail even in the midst of all the wine pours. The mint julep hit the spot. The mint was balanced, and the simple syrup wasn't overwhelming. I would surely give this place another go. It's a nice, albeit loud atmosphere. There are nice big windows, so a prime spot for people watching too!
(3)Mariela Y.
We came from DC with my husband for the weekend and we were told twice about Barcelona from two different people. We were not disappointed. I tried the steak with eggs and my husband had lamb burger. Both were delicious but what we liked the most was the bread. I recommend this place for brunch it dinner.
(5)Sandte S.
I've been to this place every Friday for the past 3 weeks, I'm a complete fan. The decor is really lovely, plenty of outside seating, the food is incredible and don't get me started on the drinks. I had never had bourbon before but the Bourbon Spice Rack is hands down one of my favorite drinks of all time. Its mixed so well you everything just meshes together and you can't tell if it's the bourbon, the lemon juice, the maple syrup or the bitters that taste so damn good. For tapas I would suggest the spiced beef empenadas and the chicken milanese. I had the meatballs and they were just okay, the seasoning wasn't everything I expected but the sauce they serve with it is delicious. But the meatballs seem to be a popular dish so totally go for it! For dessert I would suggest the crepas, the warm carmel and the ice cream...yuuuuum. I had the chocolate cake and that was pretty good too but I'd get the crepas everytime. The one down side is that the wait can be pretty long and the bar area gets PACKED. This past Friday it was an hour and a half wait...but worth it, we went down the street to have some drinks and then came back an hour later and our table was ready. Usually they have a girl taking drink orders come to the front which was really nice because it is nearly impossible to get a seat at the bar but unfortunately she wasn't there last Friday. The bartenders, the waiters, even the hostess are really great people; very friendly and well informed on the menu. Management did an excellent hiring job! This is a really great place to take a date or a group of friends just to hang out. I fully support coming here for lunch, dinner, or late night snack. Will def be back!
(4)Zee Z.
I'd rather eat alot of different stuff, than stuff myself with one item. I loved all the food here. They make a speciality manhattan, which kept me licking my lips. The wine menu is pretty big, house malbec was a hit also. Ambiance is really nice too...although i sat outside in the chilly weather under heat lamps. Staff is attentive, which is to be expected of a place of this caliber. So i ended up having Patatas Bravas, Roasted Chickpea Puree, Roasted Garlic Bulbs, Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Crispy Calamari, empanadas, Grilled Hanger Steak, lengua with eggs, and some other stuff i can't remember. Nothing was bad...but the lengua stuck out for me, they sous vide it for like 2-3 hours which makes the meat breakable with your tongue. I would definitely go back again...but with a date, not a boys night out place.
(5)TravelingVeggie S.
This restaurant was actually recommended to us by our cashier at the Coca Cola Factory gift shop. It is part of a cute and trendy neighborhood, and offers a variety of small and large plates. We decided to order from the tapas menu and share. There were many vegetarian options. We chose: Spinach-Chickpea Cazuela, GA Peach Salad, Brussel Sprouts, Roasted Cauliflower, and a Lightly Breaded Mushroom Puree with a Basil Dipping Sauce. Steve especially liked the spinach dish and the brussel sprouts, while my favorites were the GA peach salad and the cauliflower. The best part of this restaurant wasn't the food, but the atmosphere. We were able to sit outside and enjoy the evening and fantastic weather. If you are looking for a nice place to relax with a glass of wine and a few appetizers, then this is the place for you. The Traveling Veggies travelingveggies.com
(4)Paige N.
I'm really becoming quite a tapas connoisseur if I do say so myself, and after having a glass of wine at Barcelona in the fall, I was dying to come back and partake of their whole menu. And this past weekend, my wish came true. After a particularly stressful week, having a good bottle of wine and food to look forward to on Friday helped me soldier through, and I'm so pleased I managed to survive. I had the foresight to make a reservation, so when we arrived at 8:30 (and found a parking space right across the street I might add - karma, anyone?) we were seated promptly outside on the patio not far from the fire pit. This restaurant has such a cool setup in the Old Fourth Ward. It's got a large bar on one side of the restaurant (which is done entirely in dark woods with lots of wine bottles on display throughout and an open kitchen in the back). The other side of the restaurant is for dining and leads out on to one of the nicest patios I've seen - it's got a huge, free standing brick fire place, low tables and benches near the fire, more tables along the sidewalk, and another bar outside so venturing to the other side of the restaurant's unnecessary. Our waitress was very personable and knowledgeable about everything and helped us select an excellent bottle of wine before we got down to the business of tapas. This place does Spanish tapas it does them very well - I saw a good number that I've never seen on other tapas menus, and we ordered accordingly. Since I've read so much about the chorizo and figs from other Yelpers, I had to make that tapas a top priority along with the calamari, grilled hangar steak, sauteed eggplant and chicken empanadas. No vegetarians here, no sir. Let me just say, I thoroughly enjoyed every dish we had. The calamari was just lightly breaded and the remoulade and fresh lemon with it was great. The hangar steak was prepared just right, not too well done and the black truffle sauce drizzled on top was to die for, the chicken empanadas were a touch doughy but the fresh guacamole that went with them helped make up for that faux pas, and eggplant was such an unusual dish (it was sauteed and mixed with peppers and other goodies then served cold) but it was so tasty - I'd love to be able to recreate it at home, and chorizo and figs? Perfection! I never imagined such a combination of sweet and spicy combination could work so well together but it does. It came out in a little ramekin hot out of the oven with slices of chorizo scattered randomly among the figs and all were glazed with a great reduction. It was just fantastic - you must try that one tapas even if you order entrees for dinner. You won't be disappointed. Although we never made it past the tapas, I've heard very good things about Barcelona's paella, so I'll definitely be coming back (preferably during the summer to take advantage of the patio again) soon.
(5)Erin G.
What I drank: Random shot of the tequila variety Visit date: March 10, 2012 First time? Yes. This is a fun hang-out. It's classy, and the bar area has a DJ. Tonight's DJ wasn't very good at mixing smoothly, but it was still a good time. It's loud enough to get your groove on, but you can still hear your friends. The bartenders are a hoot -- dancin' around behind the counter and pouring drinks into people's mouths. Woo! No food on this visit; maybe next time! The menu sounds delish!
(3)Angela P.
poor service at the bar! The bartender took my boyfriends cash and delivered my glass of wine , made my boyfriend's drink and sat it down and forgot about it for 15 min. after we had already paid, UNACCEPTABLE for thus type of $$$ eating establishment!
(1)Tonja F.
Great atmosphere-high energy and very mixed crowd. Extensive tapas menu and several family style options (paella!) wait was a bit lengthy but if you have time to chill, talk w friends and enjoy a drink or two this is a fun place to do it. Valet parking very cheap and right next to restaurant.
(4)Anyia R.
So all in all I enjoyed my visit here. It was for a friend's birthday and we were seated by the bar which probably wasn't the best idea on a Saturday night if you're actually trying to enjoy your dinner. Turns out there's a great live DJ and the bar gets pretty packed. There's a restaurant side as well so if that's what your looking for, be sure to choose your seating accordingly. The food was pretty good and the sangrias were delicious. All in all, I'd go back.
(3)Lena S.
I visited this awesome place yesterday with my team. It was a little hard to find because there is no sign out front that says "Barcelona". Once I figured out I was in the right place, the ambiance and vibe captured me immediately! This place is a happening spot! And this was mid day on a Sunday! The food is good. The hanger steak and potato tortilla were Devine! The calamari was good and the paella was so flavorful! The spicy beef empanadas were a tad over cooked. The service started out great! Then our waitress went MIA and we had about 4 other people serving our table which was a bit disturbing. Also, the first waitress didn't explain that the paella takes 45 min to prepare! (Um yeah that would have been nice to know!) As we were about to cancel that order the owner came and personally served us! He saved the night. I will definitely be back!!!! Tip: parking is a nightmare so save yourself the trouble and take advantage of the complimentary valet.
(4)Chris Z.
I really like this place - minus a few flaws that I am hoping my next visit may make up for. I always get tapas and wine and/or sangria. The best tapas are patatas bravas, goat cheese and mushrooms, and cabbage. The flaw - people can get a bit sloppy it seems. Last time I was there, some employees were apparently cleaning up vomit in front of the bathroom - ug. I hope I can get over that..
(3)Jacqueline S.
Currently one of my favorite restaurants in Atlanta, I have been coming to Barcelona since they first opened and have watched them go from a neighborhood restaurant to a place that people come from all over to enjoy. Barcelona gets very crowded on weekends when the weather is nice or awful so make a reservation. I wished they would bring back the fried cabbage.
(5)Zoe M.
really enjoy coming here. it gets a bit crowded but the wait staff is great and very knowledgeable. Good wine list and great food in a fun atmosphere
(4)Andre B.
The short version: supremely authentic with excellent service. We now have a new favorite in Atlanta. And now the actual review. We went down on a Saturday evening. It's worth setting a reservation due to the sheer number of people that will be trying to get in. Parking could be interesting... except they have a valet. Use it. And for the love, tip the valet. The food was amazing. I don't say that lightly. When you're dealing with European cuisine in the US, you run the risk of getting someone's bad interpretation. This was not an interpretation. This was perfection. We started out with the standard: meat & cheese. We did Jamon Serrano accompanied by Valdeon and a 6 month Manchego. All 3 were wonderful. I will highlight the Valdeon, though. I got chills as I ate it... it was that good. We then went for 3 of the tapas selections. Each one deserves a description. Tortilla de Patata (Potato tortilla) - these can be tricky. I've tried a number where they were dry inside. This one was just right - moist & fluffy. Smoked Duck Sausage - comes with 3 sliced pieces, a soft boiled egg, and large croutons. Slice open the egg and dip the sausage in the yolk. So good. Fois Gras Terrine (w/ fig strawberry puree, pistachio bits, & a small glass of Amontillado Pedro Romero) - fois gras is really hit or miss. This was a very good example of how to do fois gras. And the puree mixed with pistachio was heaven. I don't drink, so the Amontillado went untouched. But from its fragrance, it is an excellent pairing to the fois gras and puree. For dessert we had the Poached GA Peach with a cream cheese creme anglaise and pecan brittle. Good doesn't even come close to describe this dessert. I was bordering on getting the standard (flan) for dessert, but I'm so glad we went with the peach. So, so delicious. The service was absolutely top notch. From the attentiveness of our 2 servers, to the suggestions offered, to the relaxed pace... just excellent. The wine list - As I mentioned above, I don't drink. But the wine list at Barcelona is a book, so I figured I would mention it. Something to the tune of 400 selections. In short, Barcelona went far and above my expectation of what to expect out of a Spanish Tapas restaurant in Atlanta. We will definitely be going back.
(5)Eneles L.
The wait was longer than expected but was introduced to a new beer from the bar which was a welcomed treat. After over an hour wait, we were seated outside near the fireplace with little tables and stools - quite a delightful atmosphere. Our waiter informed us the manager was sending some tapas over due to the long wait time. The hangar steak, potatoes bravas and the cauliflower. All were delicious. The roasted garlic was a nice complement to our other plates. Two plates took an exceptionally long time to come from the kitchen, which the manager took off our bill. Was quite impressed with how much the staff went to "make up" for any inconveniences to their customers. Not something you see much any more in restaurants. This alone will bring me back.
(4)Rohaneh E.
As a Native New Yorker I'm a stickler for great food and great atmosphere. I don't even know where to start. The restaurant is always packed with a beautiful posh young professional crowd. From the patio seating that makes you feel like your seated in Barcelona for dinner to the beautiful bar and attentive bartenders, My experience was above and beyond. I came here on a friday night around 8pm for dinner, and was seated on the patio. My waitress was so attentive and helpful recommending tapas such as the crisp cauliflower, and asparagus a la plancha, both of which were delicious and great recommendations. There is nothing better then when the staff and servers know the menu and can make great recommendations. We also tried the Hanger steak, grilled steak paillard, spiced beef enchiladas, grilled lamb chops, mushrooms and herbed goat cheese, and an ensalata mixta, all of which were beyond savory. their wine list is extensive I usually go with a Malbec, but if you're caught at a crossroad I would say ask you're server, I've been there multiple times and I am repeatedly impressed with the service.
(5)Christopher P.
great service + quality dishes + nice wine selection = me gusta!!! Came here to celebrate some job upgrades and had a fantastic time. I didn't feel like anyone was snobby or pretentious so don't mind the other reviews. Everyone was there to eat good food and have a great time. Our servers were Jacob and Johnathan. They were on point like Bron bron and Dwade.... executed. Very friendly and knowledgeable, Jacob explained the menu to us and we asked him for suggestions: Salmon crudo - salmon sashimi with an olive on top in some kind of oil... Boquerones - anchovies in some kind of oil Crispy cabbage - 1/4 cabbage, fried, had some kind of batter... kind of sweet Those were the three he recommended and the first two were my favorites... we had plenty of other dishes but these stick out.. This place is perfect for large parties, long tables, music, kind of loud type spot. Somebody mentioned that this place is similar to Iberian pig... I can see that but IP is still my favorite resto in the A. *Make reservations...
(4)Blaire B.
Currently one of my favorite restaurants in Atlanta. The food is phenomenal and the servers are very knowledgable and helpful with wine pairings. Which is great, because I'm not. The hands-down favorite dish of mine is the chorizo and figs. Paired with a bottle of Tempranillo (or whatever my server recommended) it is heavenly. I even asked them to "BRING ME MORE FIGS" done in my best 'kingly' voice (kidding, maybe) because the pairing with the wine was so on point. Can't even remember what else was had. The atmosphere is trendy and sexy. The wait can be atrociously long and the bar is packed. With hot people. Definitely get a reservation if you can help it.
(5)Ruksana H.
Been meaning to try this place out for a while and finally did. Went there on a Sunday evening - the place was packed! Like it was the beginning of the weekend not the end! Friend and I opted to sit outside as it was a nice day, besides inside was way too noisy. Good place for people watching :) Great place for food. We did the meal for 2 so we could choose 6 appetizers, and that was quite filling for the two of us. Mushrooms a la plancha were lovely, and the bacalao was pretty good too. Desserts were flan and the hazelnut dessert on the menu - yum. good service despite the crowd I must say. Sundays are half off wine bottle days so go there with a plan to drink or take the party home. Cheers!
(5)Zewditu D.
I see there are alot of good reviews for this restaurant. Unfortunately, I can not add to them. I am a fan of tapas (Eclipse di Luna is one of my favorite restaurants). So I was excited to try out a new tapas option in my friend's neighborhood. We came during the week, so it wasn't that busy nor was parking a big issue. However, I have seen how terrible the parking can be on the weekend. Valet parking is available, but basically your car will end up on either side of a small street. Creates a big hassle. Also, I prefer to self-park (not a reliable option here on the weekend). The atmosphere is pretty nice..a bit on the dark side for me. I took a bit of time for our servers (yes, we had two) to get to us, but throughout the night they did a wonderful job. They were very attentive. On to the food. You can order tapas or plates here. I opted for the tapas. I ordered 1) papas bravas 2) hanger steak and 3) asparagus. The potatoes were pretty good- you don't get as many as you would get at Eclipse di Luna though. The hanger steak was good, but was a small portion, and I very much disliked their black truffle sauce. The asparagus was "hairy." You know...when they grill and the tips get fuzzy. Apparently, people like it that way...my friend tells me so, at least. I am not one of those people. I cut off all the tops and gave them to her. We also tried out some dessert- the crepes. I would definitely pass on that. The dulce de leche filling was just too much. Too sweet and too much of it. I feel that the food was a bit on the pricey side for what I got. I will keep to my regular tapas spot. Thanks.
(2)Tom C.
Yo!!! This place is mad sexay!!!! I'm not just talking about the people but the decor of this place. It seems like a bar scene out of a trendy romantic comedy like "Hitch". This is a great place to take a date or to impress one. The Wine selection is heavy on European wines so if you are looking for a good California pinot, you won't find it here....look elsewhere. I had no idea this was a chain but the atmosphere and the environment does not make it seem like one. I definitely want to come here again. To bring a date or to make one...errr....uhh ;-)
(4)Jeremy H.
I've only been here for drinks, but it was loud and crowded, it was difficult to get near the bar, and the service was slow. There's very little area to stand around the bar, so you're constantly getting jostled, and all of the tables around the bar are reserved for dining customers so you can't sit down to get out of the way. The bartenders weren't very friendly, even losing my friend's credit card and accusing him of still having it. Of course the bartender found it 10 minutes later. On the positive side, Barcelona has a cool, trendy atmosphere and a nice patio outside with a fireplace. The fireplace looked very attractive and I wanted to try it out, but after the credit card experience we were ready to go. I haven't dined here yet, but my friends have said that it's more expensive than other tapas places in town for basically the same food - so I'm not exactly aching to come back. Maybe I'd try it again with a ScoutMob.
(2)William M.
Nice place to have a drink outside or at one of the tables right inside with the doors open. Good wines, uninspiring bread, mediocre charcuterie, cheese and steak appetizer. In summary, would return for a drink but not to eat.
(3)Diesel P.
We had a wine dinner with 12 friends here last night. They did a great job of putting us out on the patio. Our waiter, JT was informative and attempted to stay on top of everything. He recommended some stellar wines. The Sunday half off all bottles is worth the trip alone. We went for the $38 per person unlimited tapas. This gave us a chance to try everything. All the items I tried were good but none blew me away. I liked the hanger steak, kale salad, and the potatoes. The chorizo was chewy and forgettable. I fall right in line with everyone else, this place is hoppin 24/7. Make sure to make a reservation or you may be waiting a while. All in all, very impressed with the service for such a large group.
(4)Amanda H.
I love this place. I brought out of town guests here Friday night and although it was super crowded, we ordered drinks quickly and eventually found a place at the bar. The bar staff were super friendly, provided great service. Wine and food were amazing, great flavor and the ambiance/energy is trendy and fun. The only name I can remember is Michael, but again the entire bar staff was superb. The only frustration was the hostess. We initially gave her our name to get a table and went to the bar. After about 45 minutes, we went to check on the progress of our name on the list and she was quite snippy. She informed my friend that she would come find us once a table was ready and when my friend asked if she knew where to find us she told her, "uh, I'm really good at my job, trust me, I'll find you". We weren't doubting her ability to do her job, rather assuring she knew where we were sitting in a very crowded room. Practicality was our aim, not assessing her job skills. A simple yes would have sufficed. We had been able to grab three seats at the bar after about an hour. Our friend, the hostess, did come "find" us threw what can best be described as a little fit when she saw us sitting at the bar. Her fit was complete with throwing her arms in the air and stomping her feet. She made a few remarks to the bartenders, gesturing towards us, rolled her eyes, and walked away. Thank you for that. Unwarranted and unnecessary. With the exception of the hostess's childish behavior, the overall experience was enjoyable, with exceptional service by the bar staff. I have also been here on other occasions with friends and family and have had nothing but professional, courteous service. The food never disappoints. Hopefully the hostess was just having an off night and this isn't her typical way of treating guests.
(4)Sebrina B.
Yes! I finally went on a date again and have something to review. Geez. Its really been awhile. Unfortunately, my date had ADD so we were only here for one drink. Here is the short and short of it. Our visit was Friday night around 10pm and this place was packed. Fortunately, the bartenders are pretty observant so we were able to get a drink around the crowded bar. A hurried server took the time to lead me to the ladies room where there was a wait. However, I found pleasant conversation in line and a clean bathroom after my wait! Sooo, is it proper to rate a place based solely on the service and the bathroom... hey its my opinion and I will Yelp if I want to!
(4)Heather P.
Love this place!! The staff is very helpful and friendly as well. :)
(5)Tom C.
I went to Barcelona last night and had a good time. We had a small group - 4 people - and arrived early. We weren't quite yet hungry, so we sat at the bar and had a drink. The atmosphere was great. The interior of this place is cool and comfortable. The bartenders, of which there were several, were informative, willing to chat, and interesting. But, they were not "chatty" and interfering. The drinks they made us were all great - the house special cocktails were extensive and creative. I have a SoNo Southerner (or something like that), which was bourbon with lemon and honey. Great. When we were ready to eat, I wandered over to the hostess and told her we were here and ready to eat. They sat us outside (after asking us where we wanted to be), and the service was prompt and thorough. I see other reviews complaining about service, but I thought it was very good. There were four of us, but one person with food allergies. So, we ordered 10 tapas for the three of us, and the person with food allergies ordered an entree. The wait staff came out and told the allergic guy what he could and could not eat from each of the tapas we ordered, as they came out. The food was good - not great, but good. The tortilla was probably the best thing I had, though the tuna tartare was outstanding, too. I don't eat meat but will eat around it, and I thought the figs that came with the chorizo and figs were very good. The ceviche was not good. Radishes were some of the best I've ever had. For dessert, I had flan, which was fine, though it wasn't something I'd go back for. We also ordered wine, and their wine list, I thought, was more than adequate. For 4 people, with drinks and wine, the total was $300, including tax, tip, everything. Not bad, for what we got, I think, though for the price you could probably go somewhere with much better quality food.
(3)Micah W.
Awesome! Dinner here always turns out to be fabulous- thanks mostly in part to Barcelona's amazing food and excellent service. The waiters were wonderful and very knowledgeable about the food items. We usually order several rounds of small plates to share at the table. The majority of the menu is set up to accommodate this type of dining, so it's great to go with a larger group because you can taste more items. I have been here multiple times, and on two separate occasions I have been given food on the house! Seriously! The first time I went with a large group of ladies we got several small plates on the house to enjoy, and then the chef came out to greet us and brought us dessert on the house! We felt so spoiled and I even started to question my girlfriends as to which one of them was sleeping with the staff, lol. But then my third time back it happened again! A friend and I were enjoying a meal when a plate was brought to our table by mistake. I jokingly told the waiter that we did not order the dish but would be happy to accept it as it looked very delicious, and his response- "OK, here you go, on the house, enjoy!" No kidding folks. TIP: Make a reservation on the weekends! You may still need to wait but it won't be the hour or more you would wait without it.
(5)Saurabh B.
I didn't know a place like this could exist in Inman park until I saw it with my very own eye. Douchebag central. Avoid at all costs.
(1)Jerald G.
Crispy cabbage, hanger steak, goat cheese & mushrooms were my favorites Also, red sangria. Service was great. Th alysa
(5)Nathan R.
Good food, staff could be friendlier.
(4)Jennifer M.
I went with four friends for a very long overdue engagement dinner. We started with a pitcher of sangria which was very good. We ordered the grand sampler (10 plates for $70). We got to choose from their entire tapas menu which I really liked. The food came out pretty evenly spaced. Some of the winners were the potatoes bravas and the hanger steak. I really liked the goat cheese and mushroom dish as well. Our service was overall really good. They messed up one of the plates towards the end and left us with the mistake plate and brought out our correct dish. The only downside is the place is super noisy and very packed-even on a Wednesday. I will definitely be back to try some of the the other dishes.
(4)Bowen R.
I went to Barcelona on Tuesday night with two friends and we sat in the bar and had an amazing time. The restaurant was lively, but not overly crowded. The food was, as always, incredible. We had the chef's tasting menu (6 tapas for $48) and all the choices were great. The best part of the evening? Our servers. Joey & Casey were assigned to our table and they were AWESOME. They had great food & wine recommendations, they were funny, and they made our dinner so much fun. I will absolutely ask for them every time when I go back! I live in the neighborhood and this will definitely become a staple for me.
(5)Monica S.
I cannot say enough about this restaurant/bar and how my quality of life has dramatically increased with this new addition to Inman Park. I love that 1) they have an awesome wine selection 2) not one server or bartender is super pretentious 3) the food is always quality. Only downfall - the service is a hit or miss, especially towards the end of the night. I love their 1/2 bottle Sundays and love, love Stan and Doug. This place is great for a birthday gathering, meeting a friend for drinks at the bar, or flying solo. This place attracts every demographic possible - which makes people watching so much fun. I know some people complain about the wait, but I think it's simply due to the popularity of the restaurant that keep their hostess on their toes as they try to squeeze in as many people as possible. No one ever wants to leave their table because Barcelona's atmosphere is cozy, inviting and full of energy. That said, don't go here if you're in a rush...but keeping in theme, don't ever go to a super popular restaurant during the weekend if you're in a rush.
(5)Luckie D.
BOO-YA....I love this place. The vibe, the energy, the class, the food, the drinks, the service. I've been three times and will return.
(5)Hannah Beth R.
Excellent servers- very friendly and knowledgable. One did accidentally pour some red wine into a glass of white, but them comped a dessert. In her defense, it was really dark! The paella is to die for. Will definitely return. Make sure to call several days in advance if you want a weekend dinner reservation!
(5)Danielle E.
This place gets 5 stars for the atmosphere and the customer service. The staff was very nice and accommodating. The churros suck but that's my only complaint.
(5)LaToya M.
Eclectic is the word i would use to describe the atmosphere and the menu. Exceptional wine selection. Unique cocktail selection, the Bourbon Spice Rack and Bramble Snap were yummy (i didn't get the buzz i desired though). I was with a large group and the service was great. We had a variety of tapas: marinated shrimp, calamari, asparagus meatballs, lamb, and all were delicious. Great for groups.
(4)Eduardo J.
Excellent place! the tapas is really good and the large wine list is huge they have a lot options.
(5)Sherry W.
I remember watching the construction of Barcelona when I would go workout nearby. Now that it is built and fully functioning, available parking around the area has significantly decreased; and thus, sparked my interest in the popular restaurant. Barcelona is a Spanish tapas restaurant in Inman Park. There's valet parking on the side and there's a nice outdoor seating area that follows along Highland Ave. The interior has a sultry dark mahogany theme, and walls lined with old black and white photos of pop culture icons. Although I didn't order any alcohol, I noticed the extensive wine list displayed behind the central bar. I was there on a Sunday afternoon and there was a beautiful amount of natural sunlight and air that made the meal enjoyable. I ordered the vegetables a la plancha -2 poached eggs delicately served above a bed of grilled vegetables, with a side of skillet potatoes. I thought the food was good, but I wasn't exactly wowed. I will have to try something else next time I come back. Really great attentive service. Slightly higher than average pricing.
(4)Dexter M.
Yum! I went here for brunch with a friend and had some great shrimp and grits. She had french toast. Both were excellent.
(4)Jason J.
So first let me say I couldn't wait to go here. My partner and I live around the corner and walked down last night for our first trip. The atmosphere is great, and the food was good, but the service sucked. The hostess seemed unsure. The servers were auctioning off food from table to table, with no idea where it belonged. The managers were dressed like they were going to the grocery store, not going to work. We had finished our appetizers before they bothered taking our entree order. We apparently had about 5 servers. The guy that got our drink order never showed back up. it all seemed very confused. For the food, our appetizer, Empanadas, were just blah. Our entrees were awesome. Having worked in restaurants doing every job from serving, to bartending, to managing I'm usually really forgiving, especially for new restaurants. However they've been open long enough to have worked out these service issues. We decided we'll try again once more, but if they don't improve that'll be it.
(2)John C.
We've been here twice in the last two weeks and we enjoyed the second visit just as much as the first. Essentially, all we have tried is the tapas, but there hasn't been a clunker among the twenty we've ordered. The tapas choices tonight had a number that weren't on the menu last week. The watermelon salad, although slightly different each time, was refreshing and delicious. We think the calamari is without question the best in Atlanta........lightly breaded and very flavorful. We ordered the Lobster risotto. The portion size wasn't much bigger than the tapas and for us not worth the extra cost. The staff is what actually earned them the fifth star. Each table is served by a team and both nights they were terrific. They are outgoing, knowledgeable, and super-efficient. Bravo!! Save a little room for dessert. The selection isn't extensive, but they are delightful and perfect for sharing. Outdoor seating by the fireplace should be great when the weather cools off.
(5)Roger W.
Awesome wine book, excellent tapas
(5)Dorothy S.
I love everything about this place! The first time I went to Barcelona was on an Inman Park food tour, and it was by far my favorite spot! They sat us down in our own alcove and gave us a wide variety of food to sample including, meats, cheeses, olives and warm bread, and a glass of sparkling wine. One of the managers gave us a rundown of the Barcelona concept, of its background, and of the food we were getting. He seemed incredibly passionate and excited about what he was serving. The next time I went was for a late brunch. It wasn't very bus and my date and I were given a complimentary order of the Spinach-Chickpea Casserole and asked for feedback. It's refreshing to see a restaurant that cares so much about their customers and the food they're serving! I think their brunch is a great alternative to the other places in the Inman Park area that often have incredibly long waits. I've had the Gulf Shrimp and Grits and the Goat Cheese and Chorizo Crepes, but my favorite is the Barcelona Burger! It may be counter-intuitive to order a burger at a tapas place, but this is one of the best burgers I've found in Atlanta! As far as dinner time, I've always had a great experience as well. Whether with a group of girlfriends or when my dad was visiting. They have a great wine selection (like they advertise) and other fun drinks! Here are a couple of my favorite tapas: patatas bravas, herbed goat cheese & mushrooms, crispy calamari, homemade empanadas, ham & cheese croquetas, and grilled hanger steak (prob my favorite!). Finally, I think they do a great job of managing an amazing atmosphere. The restaurant is broken up into three different sections. When you walk in, to the left is the "bar" area. You can also get dinner over here, and it's a little more casual. To the right, is the more traditional sit down dinner part, with table clothes, etc. Then there's the outside with a beautiful fire pit. They also do pick up orders! What else could you need?!
(5)Andrew C.
Meh. Loud. Food was fair. Service was mediocre. Honestly don't see why it gets so much hype, other than location.
(2)Hillary L.
Sunday brunch at Barcelona is perfection. The ambiance and setting are ideal for a long three hour get together with friends. The food is outstanding! The staff is all very friendly (although some of them were poorly trained... reaching over my plate to pour water and not remembering who ordered what). There are not bottomless mamosas but the deal is even better: half of wine on Sunday... buy a bottle of prosseco and spend let than you would have on a bottomless drink!
(5)Kimmie P.
I read a few reviews regarding Barcelona and was surprised to learn that a few were disappointed with the service. I went to Barcelona for my birthday at the beginning of July with my fiance. Our waitress was attentive, friendly and knowledgeable regarding the menu. The food and sangria were FANTASTIC. However, Barcelona proved itself to be fantastic at customer service as the night progressed. I had asked a few friends to stop by. It was the night before July 4th, so the place was booming. When it became clear that we were not going to have enough space to casually stand and chat the manager really helped me out. The back patio was closed due to rain, but he set up several tables and arranged wait-staff for us under the awning out back. We are talking about 20 people. They also gave us Sangria for free. All in all, fantastic food, drink, and service. HIGHLY recommend!!
(5)Eric J.
So....I was in town for a dismal Giants/Falcons game last weekend (obviously, I was pulling for the Giants) and stayed with a friend that is a regular at Barcelona b/c she literally lives right across the street from it. I didn't realize how much of a regular she was until we walked in and she knew literally every employee that was working that night. We got a seat at the bar and I was told it was 1/2 price bottled wine night (it was Sunday).....after the day I had at the Georgia Dome, can you say hells yeah? I had the pleasure of being taken care of by two cool ass bartenders, Grady and Michael C. They were very knowledgeable and personable, which I can really dig. I forgot the bottle(s) of wine we had, I do know they were red and I was told by my friend to "trust" her, and I'm glad I did....they were very good. On to the food, I wish I would've saw the platos principales portion of the menu, but I missed it. I ended up getting a Spiced Beef and Chicken Empanadas, which were really good (the beef one was slightly better though, but not by much). I also had some of the Spinach Chickpea Casserole and for dessert, I had the Warm Chocolate Hazelnut Indulgence & Coconut Ice Cream...also very good dishes. Like I said earlier, I wish I would've saw the bigger plates b/c i'm a 225lb man and it would've taken me about 10 empanadas to get full, which could also kill the pockets at the same time. They're not the most expensive tapas I've ever had, but they're not cheap either. They specialize in tapas and I just eat too damn much, so if you fall into the same boat as me as far as having a big appetite, don't go starving or you'll drop a ton on several tapas As far as the other patrons that were there, everyone seemed to be put together pretty well and a very diverse crowd....that's pretty big to me, being from NYC. People definitely get decked out to go there, which I like. The ladies were definitely in the building too fellas, haha. I hear that it gets pretty packed on the weekends, but there's nothing wrong with that....guess that means they're doing something right that people keep coming.....right? I don't ever hear people say they want to go out somewhere where it's dead. People wanna go where other people are...FACT! Don't know if their management reads these reviews, but I will tell you this....I saw there are other locations in Connecticut, but if you guys are ever thinking about expanding, you will do well here in Charlotte. There is a market here for an establishment like Barcelona. Tons of young professionals and it is rapidly growing. Keep doing what you do guys b/c it's working. It's truly an amazing place. I'll definitely be back when i'm in town and will have to bring some of my other friends down with me. Until next time......
(5)Giulio B.
Amazing spot, great ambiance, very nice wine list, good food!
(4)Maxwell B.
One of my favs in the ATL. You wont be disappointed!!
(5)Kay H.
I tend to do a lot of celebrating being an event planner & having social friends so it was refreshing to go somewhere new and be cozy mingling amongst new & old friends to celebrate a birthday of a good friend of mine ...so my impressions Food: Narrow selection and wouldn't come here for dinner, but a bite or two to go with my wine,absolutely! I had mushrooms sauteed with goat cheese- it was tasty Service: Not sure how new this place is so I never think everything is going to stay consistent, but we had a great server & the guy had another server help out @ times I feel as though they may not have handled it as well, if we all ordered larger portions Setting: As people have mentioned its nice! No I didn't quite feel like Barcelona, but it was a nice change of pace from typical Atlanta setting, so way to go! so heres the thing I would love to want to give this a 5, but truly its a 3.5 But! based on the bar and ambiance it gets the 4, I can not suggest going here for the food, because it was too limited , but drinks with a significant other or a group, its a grand ol' time! :)
(4)Katherine S.
Went during Inman Park Restaurant Week with a big group, and we had a blast. Ordered several pitchers of Sangria and buried our table in tapas. We had a really fun time passing everything around. While it wasn't the best food I've ever had in my life, there were definitely some tasty dishes. The best part about this restaurant is the atmosphere. The restaurant is well-designed, with awesome outdoor space. Everyone is having a good time, and the service keeps things running smoothly, even when the place is packed. Definitely call ahead for a reservation.
(4)Trip B.
The food here is great, truly delicious. The ever crazy crowd coming from Buckhead makes me want to throw up a bit. Go for the Tapas but expect to go for a nice night out. Two people will hardly get out for less than $120. Other than that, you also go here to be seen which isn't exactly my vibe but that is not the Manager's fault. It also doesn't help that if you live in the building, you have probably killed about 6 valets in the last few months. It's good but the crowds and the prices have me avoiding regularity here.
(4)Hambri Enta M.
MY FIRST VISIT....Service gets a A(+)' Doug, the bartender, and all other staff, very friendly and at least, to ME...provided somewhat of a personal service a la " I have known you almost forever" type of feeling. Manager was equally attentive, and was working hard delivering meals and doing his manager thing. We arrived @6:15 and space was available throughout the bar, by 7:15 there was no empty seats in the place. They have a "wine boot" which is something you want the male bartender to pour into your mouth if you are either into men or a female. Is not as awesome seeing a dude pour wine into another dude's mouth...as for me, Doug initially nailed me in the eye, but that just made for a good time, and proved that this $11 dollar waterproof mascara is no bullshit. Food was great. the best was the free stuff we were hooked up with (the charred peppers and the meatballs). As I am of Latin descent, I approve all these items as part of a healthy tapas lifestyle, the cheese balls did not really WOW me...the skirt steak with truffle sauce...YES more sauce pls! You need to try this place, but most def....get a reservation if you wish to sit at a table. Bar is a beautiful U shaped marble slab...perfect and sturdy to handle a BAR TOP dance...
(4)Brian K.
This past Saturday I finally had the opportunity to try Inman Park's most recent culinary addition, Barcelona. Overall, I think it's fairly safe to say that this place is going to be a formidable competitor in the Atlanta restaurant scene for some time to come. Food: Barcelona is a wine bar and restaurant specializing in traditional and well-executed Spanish tapas, or small plates. The restaurant has multiple locations throughout Connecticut, but the food quality is certainly not commensurate with what you'd expect from a chain. The menu is comprised of a series of tapas plates, larger entrees, and a selection of charcuteria and cheeses. They also offer alternative options that can be shared across the table, including Argentine mixed grill for parties of two and paella for parties between two and six. During my first visit, my dining partner and I opted for an assortment of tapas, including herbed goat cheese and mushrooms , spinach-chickpea casserole with cumin and garlic confit, homemade chicken empanadas, ham and cheese croquetas, and braised rabbit. Each dish was impeccably prepared and featured exceptional flavor. For dessert, we opted for the warm churros (Spanish doughnuts), which were exquisite. Service: The service is so attentive here that you may have to ask for some privacy. The restaurant was at capacity by 7:00 PM, but the waiter and bussers continued to provided pleasant, helpful, and efficient service throughout the meal. Atmosphere: I wouldn't be surprised if the individuals who transformed the interior of this space could also walk on water; the restaurant is tastefully decorated and shows no resemblance to the establishment that occupied this space previously. They also have a fairly large outdoor patio that wraps around the front and side of the building, complete with highly effective overhead heaters. Dress is casual and the clientele is mixed, but mostly adults and professionals. Cost: Expensive by most standards, but well worth the price considering the stellar quality of the food. Tapas costs around $5 to $11, while cheese and meats are $6.50 each or three for $17.50. Larger entree-sized plates are between $13 and $27. From Sunday through Thursday, a sampler of six, eight, or ten different tapas can be purchased for $48, $60, and $70, respectively. Other: It's currently quit difficult to obtain an evening reservation at Barcelona and walk-ins can expect to wait well over an hour on weekends. They do accept reservations via their online system, but the time increments are incredibly bizarre; for example, our reservation time was 5:52 PM.
(5)Kristy Piglet P.
I am a huge fan of restaurants that have the total package...great food, drinks, atmosphere & service. Barcelona has all four! It has a young professionals vibe and is always busy especially on the weekends. After hearing great things, I went with 2 of my girlfriends for the first time on a Saturday. It was very busy and we had to wait about 45mins to be sat, but we didn't mind because it gave us time to get a drink at the bar and socialize before sitting down for dinner. We also didn't make a reservation before showing up. The food & service was excellent. I enjoy Tapas small plates restaurants, especially when I have plans to go out on the town after. This was enough food and it was very delicious! I would definitely recommend experiencing Barcelona if you haven't already!
(4)Crystal B.
Amazing Service + Wonderful and Knowledgeable staff + great food = A Fantastic Evening! I visited Barcelona while traveling in Atlanta on business. I took not only my team but my clients here for dinner. We had a great evening sitting on the patio enjoying an amazing selection of Tapas, Cheeses and wines. The food was truly delectable and the ambiance of the patio and space was a great place to enjoy a fun evening out after a day or work, work, work! 5 Stars for Barcelona!!!
(5)Krista M.
I came here for my birthday this weekend and loved it! It wasn't the first time I had been, but it was the first time in a few months. It was just as packed as I remember. Definitely the place to see and be seen on a Friday or Saturday night. With the exception of one of my table mates not getting her food for about 10 minutes after everyone else, the service was good. It is a little on the pricey side. But it is a great place to spend a Sunday afternoon. They offer half priced bottles of wine. Pair it with a few tapas and it's incredibly affordable and delicious! Menu highlights: Mushrooms and Goat Cheese, Hangar Steak, Figs with Chorizo, and the Chickpea Puree.
(4)Nicci R.
We ordered Pulpo Gallego, Calamari, Steak Paillard,Grilled Hanger Steak , Chorizo with Sweet & Sour Figs, Lobster Risotto. All was good, but the Lobster Risotto an Steak Paillard were my favorites. We finished the meal with Crepas Salguero that was large and rich enough to share. Beautiful place.
(4)Laura F.
What a fantastic place to dine! Clearly well-known for their robust wine selection, to add to it, its a fantastic location, cozy patio dining, and knowledgable wait staff. Oh! Did I mention the delectable menu selection? It is quickly becoming one of my favorite places for a nice night out! Thankful it's Tapas so you can literally try to burn through the menu! Now...lets eat!
(5)Alan R.
Trendy, but not worthy. Sorry guys, I lived in Barcelona for a year and you are off the mark.Nice use of the name and decor, but the that is where it stops. A truly cheesecake factory spanish chainlike disneyland experience.I have a better wine selection in my refrig at home right now.And the weakest sangria ever. But yet again, the herd mentality of Atlanta rules. Good to people watch but I like to watch people while eating good food and drinking great wine
(2)Bryan S.
Impressive. The bar is excellent, very nice selection of Spanish wine and tapas. Our servers were very attentive and the food very good - wide selection of meats, cheeses, and seafoods. Pretty nice range of cocktails and decent sangria. Definitely a busy vibe, you'll need to make reservations before you go. Looking forward to summer when I can sit outside. Very good for groups. The group I was with, including our Spaniard, really enjoyed the meal and would definitely come back.
(4)Todd G.
Went here for dinner the other night. I must say it was quite impressive all around from the decor/atmosphere (outdoor fireplace with a roaring fire, attention to details, candle light, mix of modern with hipster) to the food. I didn't try the tapas this time, but I had the Churrasco (grilled skirt steak with garlic spinach, sweet potato fries, and Chimichurri sauce). It was cooked to perfection (medium rare). I couldn't have asked for anything more. They had a great selection of unique and old fashion cocktails and a nice selection of bottled and draught beers. Overall, I had a great experience and will certainly return and bring more friends!
(5)Britta H.
What a fantastic place! It seems that's just what the Highlands needed. Very cool interior decoration with reclaimed wood and materials from industrial buildings. The food is exceptional (make sure you try the Churros after dinner - best in town!). The bar is a cool hangout for adults, DJ on the weekend, clubby, great music and you don't feel old because everyone is over 30 :-) If you come in for dinner and nice conversation make sure you get a table in the dining area and not a booth in the bar area - you might find the bar too noisy.
(5)Scott M.
Woke up Sunday with a hangover worse than I have felt in some time. I was concerned with how I was going to find lunch, as I could barely walk, let alone drive. Then my mom called and asked me out to lunch around 3pm. Since I awoke at 1:30pm, this was acceptable. She picked me up and we headed over to Barcelona. We arrived shortly after 3pm. My mom opted against valet and parked her car in the N. Highland Steel parking garage. We entered Barcelona. I told the hostess I required inside, air-conditioned seating and as we walked to the table my Mom forlornly eyed the packed outside seating, contrasting it negatively with the sparsely occupied inside seating. My headache took no prisoners, so we sat down and reviewed the menus. Our waitress, Chelsea, came over and asked if we were interested in the 1/2 off wine bottles? My Mom, her eyes as full of hope as a child at Christmas, asked if ALL bottles were 1/2 off. Chelsea said yes, and like the Grinch I informed my Mom she could order whatever she wanted, but I was getting a water and a Coke. She had an hour to drive, so she settled on a regularly priced Yuengling. I ordered a Bacon Basket, and the Goat Cheese and Chorizo Crepes. My Mom, who is the only person I've ever known who has a salmon fetish (if a Shell gas station offered a salmon entree free with a fill-up, she would eat it), ordered the Scottish Smoked Salmon. While we waited, I avoided personal conversation by perusing the inside of the restaurant. I don't know if 3pm is a slow time or if Barcelona is one of those rare places where people enjoy their jobs, but I was amazed by the number of dancing waiters I saw. I hadn't seen this much ballroom dancing since I took ballroom dancing classes with an ex-girlfriend. This wasn't a show for the patrons (the ones at the bar seemed to not notice the dancing), it was just being happy and caught up in the beat of the music. Weird and great. While we waited for our food, I was pleasantly surprised that my water glass was never empty. It was refilled about 5 times by Chelsea, other waiters, and two managers (I suppose? they didn't wear the waiter uniform). Our food took longer than normal to come out (20-30 minutes), but one of the managers came to our table to explain and apologize for the wait. I firmly believe more managers should do this, as it immediately defused my Mom (I hadn't noticed, as I was entranced by the dancing waiters / extremely hungover / working hard at avoiding my Mom). When the food arrived, I dug into the Bacon and Crepes. What rich heaven. The 10 pieces of bacon justified the $5.50 price, as they were varied but all good - seemed like two varieties of bacon with some pieces medium cooked, some almost burned but not quite. This bacon was rather salty, which satisfied my need (3 more cups of water, please!) but needs to be noted. As for the Crepes.... I normally don't order Crepes, but these made me wish I did. Basically a LOT of goat cheese wrapped in pastry with the sweet additionn of plentiful figs. I don't know how the chorizo came into play, but whatever the concoction, it worked. I ate an entire crepe before I thought I would pass out, and decided to save the other crepe and some bacon for later. Mom enjoyed her salmon and offered me some about 14 times, but I didn't want to disturb the taste of the Crepes with salmon, so resisted. She enjoyed it so much she left nothing behind. Chelsea returned with the bill, and Mom asked about the recipe for the Crepes so she could make some. I suppose Chelsea ignored the creaking sound my eyes made as they rolled in my head, for she returned a few moments later with the Barcelona cookbook with the recipe for the Crepes in it. I hope my Mom left Chelsea a great tip, as she deserved it, as she gave me a wonderful idea for a Christmas present. So, an amazing time. Because of the alignment of Mars and Venus and Jupiter? Because it was 3:30pm on a Sunday? Because of the dancing waiters? Because Chelsea was a professional on her "A" Game (my Mom didn't notice but I did that she looked stressed when she wasn't at our table, but smiled and interacted cheerfully with us)? Don't know, don't care. I've learned in life to just say Thank You when things work well. Thank you, Barcelona.
(5)Sarah M.
This may be the first restaurant I have visited in years that wasn't craptastic during it's first month of service. I meet my running partner every day in front of the space that has been transforming into BWB --- so for months and months and months I've watched it transform. I have really marveled at the amount of work and money they put into the space. All of the old awkward wasted space of Zaya is gone. I love how the outside is reminiscent of Krog bar with low tables and the addition of a huge oven to warm yourself around. I love how the inside is ambient and loud and warm and bustling. The menu is huge- honestly, it will take me a while to comment on even half of it, but we were just snacking so we shared the califlower and fennel gratin with manchego, the super tender fried calamari and the chicken empanadas that were bursting with flavor with spice and cooled with an avocado puree. Half priced wine bottles on Sunday make me a happy girl. A beautiful bottle of rioja was delivered by the manager. Great service, outstanding energy, a welcome addition to the 'hood - can't wait to go back!
(4)Heather H.
I love the decor and feel of this neighborhood eatery. I had an awesome dinner experience doing tapas in 5 courses with an incredible wine selection from our very knowledgeable server. However, when I returned for Brunch, I wasn't sure if it was the same place I had been to. The roasted veggie platter with poached egg was flavorless and unseasoned, the poached egg was overcooked, and the servers were on auto pilot from lack of sleep hence the 3 stars. If you want me to return, I need consistency,
(3)Darren S.
Cool place. Really great atmosphere. Small plates for sharing. I would definitely come back when in Atlanta again.
(4)Jessica O.
While this place is pricey and does get busy later at night, the food and drinks are all very good. Service was also pretty good. The patio area with the heaters and fireplace is quite nice.
(4)Brittany G.
Oh, you Atlanta residents are so lucky to live where you do. Located smash-center in the south (but not TOO south), I had the pleasure of visiting your city this past weekend. What a ride. My BBF and I spent a glorious evening chowing down on tapas, lobster risotto and wine. The ham and cheese croquettes gave me a semi-orgasm, of which our waitress nodded approvingly after saying "I told you so!". The risotto was perfectly cooked and the lobster was buttery and tender. We also indulged in the beef empanadas which were so flavorful, and the spinach and chickpea casserole, which is now my new favorite comfort food. Trust me on the last one, it is GOOD. Our waiter/waitress were super friendly and really wanted to make sure we had an excellent dining experience. After we ended the evening, our bill came and the total didnt make me want to crawl under the table. For the two of us, we had approximately 6 tapas, a salad, the lobster risotto, a dessert, and a latte and an espresso, respectively. Our tab came to just over $70! Mind you, we paid for our drinks at the bar, but STILL! I considered it a 10 course meal. I got quite a few compliments from the wait staff on my half-sleeve and my edgy attire, which made me feel right at home as well. I will definitely visit this restaurant again upon a return trip. Rad place!
(4)Gaylan S.
Definitely the best meal i have had in Atlanta. Second would be the Iberian Pig (which was first until last night). What an amazing experience. I felt like I was in NYC for dinner, which has been one of the things I have missed in the Atlanta restaurant scene. Servers that *really* know how it's done and do it so very well. Every dish we had (we had 8ish) was amazing. I had the Flan Catalan and it was the most amazing thing I have ever tasted. I had it as the first course to make sure i had room to try what is generally my favorite dessert on any menu. So glad I did. Our server and her posse of trainees were amazing. Emily was knowledgeable and funny. It is so nice to see a staff that you can tell really wants to be at work. The best dishes we had were the crushed chickpeas with toast points, the flan catalan (to die for), the brussel sprouts and the beet salad. everything else was amazing as well, but those are the dishes i can remember - so that must say something! The prices were reasonable too. I left there thinking that I had an amazing dining experience and it didn't ruin my eating-out-budget for the month!
(5)Tom N.
I liked the place. The atmosphere was nice, and the bartender was sociable. It was a good spot to let some steam off.
(3)Daniel F.
Loved this place. I went with two friends on a Saturday night. We had a reservation for 8:15, but we were told to arrive early because of the long wait. We did not get seated until about 8:45, but they gladly gave us 3 free tapas! The calamari, fig/chorizo, and steak was amazing! We ordered 9 different meats and cheeses and I was impressed by all of them, especially the fuet. The waiters were very friendly and we were even given a desert for free since we had to wait 20 minutes for the desert to come. The wait wasn't very pleasant but they sure did make up for it! Oh and the white sangrias are awesome. The place has a nice vibe and stays packed. I will be back many more times!
(5)Sara R.
Fun & yummy dining experience. Had a Friday night reservation for 8 at 8pm. Arrived and seated on time. Off to a good start and continued throughout. I had wine flight; can't remember name but the 3rd on the list. I only drink red but the flights are 1 white & 2 reds only so went for it. The white was delicous and enjoyed both reds. The others in my party opted for sangria - red & pink. We all ordered tapas and all were pleased. I had the meatballs! About 5/6 mini meatballs in tomato sauce - loved them. The brussel sprouts were spectacular, grilled. Beat salad was good but nothing out of the ordinary. Grilled mushrooms were tasty but a little too much oil. Others had mushrooms w/goat cheese and raved about it. Some had the tuna tartare and didn't think that was so great. I didn't taste so can't commit. All was great until the bill came. A little taken aback and yes it our fault for not looking. The red sangria is @ $23 per pitcher. The pink sangriaif $52 per carafe!! Wow, what a shock. Service was very good also. Originally sounded like we'd have two servers for our party (8) but I think the one female handled it all. Great job. Love the atmosphere. Bar is loud but at our table, we were actually able to talk w/o screaming. Great energy. Heaters and fireplace outside look inviting too.
(4)Michael C.
I'll start out with the food was great, the prices were fair, the environment was fun, and the service started out great. Our waiter started out very attentive and knowledgeable. However, as the night progressed, we rarely saw that waiter again but found we had 2 other waiters/waitresses as well. As a result, we received meals twice as well as not receiving drinks we ordered until we checked up on it many times. The place wasn't really that busy either so not sure why the level of service went downhill. Overall the place was fine but the service could use some improvement.
(3)Sarah O.
Went for brunch on sunday so can only speak to that menu. The staff were very attentive though it was obvious a few were in training. The salads were very small. Best dish hands down was the short rib hash with two fried eggs. The plate was huge and well seasoned! Also, they don't do bottomless drinks but they do provide half off on bottles if you want to order some wine/sparkling wine and they'll provide juice free of charge.
(3)Elaine W.
Just when I didn't think I could love this spot any more, my experience last night made me a fan for life. I'd scheduled birthday drinks/dinner with a group of friends; as it turned out, one member of the party needed special accommodations. Katie and Brandon moved quickly to assist her, without any push back on what was an extremely busy Saturday night. My friends, half of whom had never been to Barcelona before, truly enjoyed themselves and praised the staff and the environment. Thank you again for your help, can't wait to return!
(5)Sophie H.
Went for a leisurely weekend lunch and enjoyed ourselves. Nice Spanish wine list with a good range of price points. Sat in the bar area which is cool, but not a ton of space for food, wine, water, and bread - so it was a bit of shuffling. Tapas were overall very tasty - the bean and sausage dish was not exactly what we expected - we definitely will be back.
(4)Lee B.
I'd been reading about Barcelona Wine Bar since it opened. I wasn't sure where exactly on N. Highland it was and was surprised to find it was in the old Zaya spot (I'm still bummed that they closed) which has a free valet. Score. I went with my mom on a Friday around 7pm. We didn't have a reservation and were told that there were no available tables but we could sit on the heated patio or at the bar. Since it was 45 degrees outside, we opted for the bar, which was large and circular off to the left of the entrance. The rest of the restaurant was pretty with lots of wood. It was bigger than I'd pictured (before I knew where it was) and had a mostly open kitchen. Oddly enough, the entrance and bathrooms were in a different location than when the place was Zaya but the rest of the interior was similar. The vibe of this place was somewhat trendy, although not so much so that I felt out of place in jeans and a sweater with my mother. Being that wine bar is in the restaurant name, it's not surprising that they have a lot of different wines to choose from. There are lots of different bottles and a good amount come by the glass. We both had a glass of Savignon Blanc, I'm not sure which but it was good. This restaurant has a few entrees, but the main draw seems to be the large selection of tapas so we decided to try those. We had the spinach-chickpea casserole, tuscan kale, gambas al ajillo and mussels. We were also given complimentary bread and olive oil and a complimentary sample of paella. We enjoyed the kale the most. The sauce was a slightly sweet balsamic vinigrette and it was extremely tasty. The mussels were good too, although spicier than we were expecting. The spinach-chickpea casserole wasn't bad but it was on the bland side and the shrimp was well, shrimpy. I'm looking forward to going back and trying more of the tapas. Though I miss Zaya, I hope this place sticks around.
(4)Jorge F.
Excelent service, great tapas and Paella. The Jamon Serrano could be better but overall is a place I will come back and would recommend to anyone!
(4)Josh M.
Rainy, rainy arrival to a warm and inviting restaurant and bar. Very cordial staff and excellent atmosphere. Waiter was friendly and helpful, but a little bit absent. Hot dahlia cocktail was a hit with two. Cheap bottle of garnacha satisfied the others. Ordered 10 tapas from the grand menu, and only two were naughty. Brussels were bland and plain and the gambas were stagnant and mostly raw. The ceviche, flank steak, calamari, cauliflower, and shishito peppers were nice. Saw the paella from afar, and will likely journey back to taste. Overall, a worthwhile jaunt before putting on the red suit. Have yourselves a merry Christmas and a happy New Year!
(4)Pang H.
Good food; better than many tapas spots, not overlypriced. I would say about $50/person for a good amount of wine and tapas. good adult crowd. good ambiance. good friendly service. free valet. make a reservation, busy place. the only downside is that you will wait 15-30 minutes, even with a reservation on the weekends. hip place. good for conversation and chillin with friends. you may sit pretty close with others, however, the music is just loud enough to where you feel you are not sitting in on their conversation. the highlight of the evening was seeing a couple eat cheese and meat with a fork...lol...had to be a first date. ha ha
(5)Rachel F.
Barcelona is our favorite place in Atlanta, which is why we go at least one a week. The food is delicious and, according to my Spanish husband, as authentic as it gets in the states. Besides the food and wine, the thing we value the most about Barcelona is the customer service- it is impeccable! We have been going here since the week it opened and Sean and the staff have always gone above and beyond to make sure that everyone has an exceptional experience. Last week he even brought us a complimentary drink to celebrate our recent marriage. In the event that something does go wrong, they are always eager to correct it and want you to leave 100% satisfied- which we always are. We have taken many friends here who have always loved it and lots of them have become regulars themselves. I highly recommend- and get the charred broccoli- it is divine- or the calamari- or the steak with truffle oil...really, it's all good!
(5)Lindsay E.
Went here on a Tuesday night with a party of 4. Our first thought when we walked in was WOW -- they've done so much with the space. The ambiance and decor of the place are awesome. Lots of reclaimed-looking wood and industrial light fixtures creates a "warm but cool" vibe. There's a cozy outdoor patio with heaters and a fireplace, a quieter inside room, and then the more lively bar area that has tables as well. The bar area was bumpin' for a Tuesday night. I live in the hood and this place definitely fills a void as far as food type and atmosphere goes. We ate a lot. I can't remember everything we ordered but we did the "10 tapas for $70" deal. As dishes started coming out, a couple were REALLY good (cauliflower fennel casserole, grilled octopus), but most were just okay (hangar steak was really tough, roasted pumpkin had a weird watery texture, asparagus was just blah). And the portions were extremely small for the price point -- 5 measly spears of asparagus with a teaspoon of unmemorable sauce for $9.50? Really? The menfolk in our group found it odd that there were no Spanish beers on the menu. Our server claimed this was because none of them were any good, but seriously, you're billing yourself as a Spanish restaurant, if you're going to have PBR and Miller High Life on the menu, you can throw a Spanish beer or 2 on there. Yes, I know its a "wine bar" but still, it just seemed strange. I really wanted to like this place, and I will probably end up going back at some point just because its convenient and the atmosphere is great, but overall I think its quite overpriced for the food quality/quantity. Next time I will pass on the tapas and focus on the wine list.
(3)Kyle C.
Went for a birthday party ad Barcelona was SO accommodating. Put our cake in the fridge, brought it out with candles, and even cleaned the Tupperware it came in! Service was AMAZING. Jep and Kaitlin rocked. We did the $29.00 all you can eat tapas - everything was DELISH!!! Thank you!
(5)Sam L.
its pretty good. i had brunch with my dad I had the eggs benedict which was good. the servers are friendly and the ham was really good
(4)Dave S.
Great tapas! Nice atmosphere. Awesome outside seating.
(4)Starbuck S.
Definitely try this place, totally worth a try at least once! A very nice/trendy/elegant place for food/drinks/happy hour/dinner if you are looking for a different location or experience in Atlanta (Inman Park area). Tried this place last night (1st time) w/a friend. Had heard of the place but had no idea how awesome & nice it would end up being. Sat outside under the heaters, even tho wasn't overly cold. A nice ambience outside so definitely sit outside if you can. Good for people watching as well. Service was excellent & extremely attentive. Our server helped to "explain" many different wines (and food items) so that we could better understand taste/selection prior to purchasing (since the wines are Chilean, Argentinian, Spanish). We ended up going with the suggested Reserve Cab from Spain. Was outstanding! Loved the variety of tapas also and especially the UN-limited bread basket (sourdough type bread w/a crunchy crust) with awesome Spanish olive oil. Yuuum & the bread definitely helps to "absorb" too much of the awesome wine you'll probably end up drinking as we did! :) Definitely be sure to try the 40-yr aged port if you enjoy a fine port (even tho will cost you around $20 a glass)! Expensive, yes! Worth the cost, Absolutely (and the port we had was outstanding)!! Also heard that the desserts are outrageous but were too fully at that point to try dessert. Finally: Be SURE to make a reservation if going on a weekend. My friend mentioned a 2-hour wait for dinner for 4 people recently! Better suggestion is to go on a Mon/Tues/Wed PM when supposedly the place is a bit less-crowded and you can walk up & be seated immediately (as we were able to), which is a very nice thing to have occur! Enjoy!!
(4)Andrea P.
OMG! the Churros! I have dreams about them! and the Salted Cod tapas! to die for! as well as the patatas bravas, the ham & cheese balls, the lamb.....I could go on and on!!!
(5)Aisha M.
I LOVE THIS PLACE! Great ambiance, incredible wine list, fantastic food. I love the back patio setup. A bar and beautiful fireplace make this the perfect place for a girls night, a cozy date, dinner with the family, or any other occasion. The Crispy Cabbage is excellent!
(5)S W.
Made reservations for my birthday on a Saturday night. I knew it would packed, but I didn't mind to grab drinks before we were seated and enjoy the crowd. I didn't anticipate waiting 45-60 min for our table since we had made reservations. During that time, the hostess(es) were completely polite but never offered to try to get us at another table or even offer a gesture of good customer service like send a round of drinks or tapas over until we got seated. I didn't mind to wait but I had guests that I had invited. Makes me wonder about the restaurant's operational decisions if a person with reservations had to wait 45+ min regardless of the crowd. Once we did get seated, our server was fantastic and attentive. We selected a bottle of wine and she suggested a similar one that was well-liked but a little cheaper. The food is amazing. Every bit consumed was outstanding. The albondigas are the best in town. I'll def be back but hopefully won't have to wait so long!
(4)Travis N.
In a phrase Barcelona lived up to it's expectations. That was a tall order when I'd been bombarded with so many raves from friends (real and social media based). I decided to check it out one night after work with a friend. We were able to walk in with out a reservation get a decent table and service quickly. The wait staff was knowledge and attentive, their recommendations were spot on. The wine list was extensive, and while I didn't really get a chance to explore it, I found a wide range for palettes and prices. I kinda have to laugh at the idea that they also have full entrees on the menu, we were unable to get through more than 1 round of (4-5 tapas) and none around us were doing any better. The one little quirk of the place is the lack of name on the outside. The first trip takes a bit of process of elimination on Highland, it's basically the ONLY place without it's name out front. I hesitate to give it all 5 stars because I've recently begun limiting those to the truly exceptional meals I've had, Woodfire Grill, Saison in San Francisco etc. I don't mean to name drop those, I just mean to give context! Barcelona was not at that level, nor is it really meant to be. It did however manage to meet some very lofty expectations, and that is a very hard thing to do.
(4)Mallory C.
You know about atmosphere, right? That undefinable something that a place either has or doesn't. It's that thing that makes everyone look better, everything taste better, and creates a feeling that you were supposed to be right here right now. Well Barcelona has heaps of atmosphere and I like it! The bar is the place to be. Beautiful people, charming bar tenders (including one with and Irish accent oh my), nice lighting and quick access to the booze. The menu is tapas style and you'll need a few if you come in even the slightest bit hungry. I personally was underwhelmed by the food. I felt it lacked seasoning and relied more on preparation (pickling, searing, frying, etc) to achieve flavor. The wine list was long, and fun to explore and everything was about a 1.50 higher than it should be. Oh well atmosphere ain't cheap! I know I'll be back by myself, with friends, and with future dates.
(4)T T.
Went to Barcelona with a large group of people--10--service was excellent. I loved the atmosphere and the decor and also the noise level was manageable, not crazy loud! We sat at the bar before we went to our table and the bartender was very friendly and accommodating. She let us try several wines before we settled on what we wanted to order. The food was good...not great, but definitely solid. We only had tapas..someone in our party ordered for the table. Good food items: hummus, mixture of wild mushrooms, vegetable paella Great food items: churros and chocolate for dessert, cauliflower, tuna tartare I would definitely go back again.
(3)Jess C.
Barcelona is one delicious tapas stop. I've had a variety of their tapas and all of them have been full with flavor. The service doesn't take forever which is good and the atmosphere is always fun.
(4)Nick B.
Ham and Cheese croquettes are awesome! Top of the line tapas.
(5)Alissa W.
Went in on a Friday night the place was packed. The bar had a great scene so we waited about 15 mintues to get seats at the bar. Wine prices are very reasonable I had a glass of white wine for $7. This place is tapas style so we started out the veggie menu with the kale salad, was very good nice and light. Next we got the pumpkin with goat cheese honey and pepitas. Wow this was amazing I suggest you try it really like nothing I have ever had. Also the cauliflower, and fenel gratin was cooked perfectly and very tatsy. Next for out entree portion we got the garlic aji shrimp, and lobster risotto both were really good. The lobster risoto was a nice size. Wish I had room for dessert but the food was so good I couldn't stop ordereing ! I think the place is priced just right average about 45 a person with drinks.
(5)Gina B.
This place has everything a great restaurant should have - excellent food, great service, lovely decor and an inviting atmosphere. Sunday through Thursday, they have a tapas special - 6 plates for $45. My friend and I split it and it was plenty of food. I haven't tried any entrees (I'm sure they're wonderful) but the tapas are so good I don't know that I'd want to. I especially loved the mushrooms and goat cheese and the chorizo and figs. The roasted garlic bulbs are also tasty but you might smell like garlic the next day... My only complaint is that it has an open kitchen. It creates a fun atmosphere, but my friend and I ended smelling like fried food the rest of the night. It's a minor compliant - the place smells great! It can get really crowded, so a reservation is probably best for a weekend. The bar is a nice spot if you opt for just a meat and cheese plate or a couple of tapas. Overall, a little taste of Spain that is worth the price and wait!
(4)Candy T.
Great wine. Really unique tapas with lots of variety.
(4)Christine B.
Love this place! Great crowd of people, exceptional service, amazing wine selection and did I mention the food?! Have been here on several occasions and have never been disappointed (except when they don't have pork cheeks). The ham and cheese croquettes are down right addictive and the flank steak with truffle oil is out of this world. The paparadelle with rabbit is definitely high on the list as well. During the week they have a great deal on tapas and Sunday's bottles of wine are 1/2 price. If you get overwhelmed by their enormous (200+) wine list, their servers and management are more than happy to help and have always directed me to something I loved! Warning - this place gets BUSY!! Can't wait for warmer weather to take advantage of the great outdoor areas they have!
(5)Mark M.
Happened onto this place while looking for Parish. :) Sat at one of the two tops to the left. Very cool atmosphere. Waiter offered many suggestions to my questions - great. He recommended a good $35 bottle of red, and we sampled tapas like Risotto, shrimp, Brussels sprouts, etc. Nice manager/owner who lives upstairs, and hostess was kind to call a cab for us on that rainy night.
(4)Albert W.
A foodie's haven. Let's just say my dinner bill was $300 bucks. Every moment was memorable. Great place for intimate date, trendy, warm and modern.
(5)Claudia R.
So very good! Sat at the bar while I waited for my friends to arrive. The bartenders are very cool and friendly. Ordered a glass of the Flora Sangria and OMG, was it delicious...that's what we all ended up drinking for the rest of the night. Once were seated (in one of the large booths by the bar - good for people watching) we ordered the 10 tapas sampler, and were not disappointed. We let the chef choose - good choice, btw - and among the standouts were the potato tortilla, cauliflower casserole, and the steak paillard. Dessert was simple but awesome: fresh churros, with a hot cocoa-type dipping sauce. The servers and management were friendly and welcoming, and I love the decor and vibe - cannot wait to go back!
(4)Francesca L.
I was visiting a friend in the ATL and she suggested Barcelona for dinner. We dined on a Tuesday night around 9pm. First, our server was fabulous. He was really helpful with picking out a wine and with suggestions for dinner. Second, the food was great. I can't remember everything we ate, because the wine was that good, but I do remember the beet salad, papas bravas and flatbread. The only thing we did not love was the root vegetable dish. It had some ingredient that was very powerful and not to our liking (it may have been fennel - not sure). Otherwise, everything was great. Finally, the atmosphere was really good. It was quite crowded for a Tuesday night.
(4)Tracey A.
The sangria and paella is delicious! Great for a group!
(4)Ian M.
My friend and I had a bad, dreary brunch with really bad service at a different restaurant, so we skipped dessert there and spontaneously stumbled upon Barcelona Atlanta. The attractive atmosphere and uniformly cheerful crowd drew us in, and I am so glad for that. We ordered coffee and desserts from a really sharp waitress, and we did not have to wait long for a banana shortbread concoction (my friend) and dessert crepes (me). Wow, they were really good. The host, knowing we were there just for dessert and coffee, came by and surprised us with an extra dessert, some sort of peach-raspberry cobbler that was hot and served a la mode. I generally don't like fruity desserts, but this was freaking delicious and totally appreciated. I would give this place four stars instead of five because parking in the area can be kind of tricky, but the restaurant itself was worth about six stars (with the surprise cobbler as the sixth star), so five stars from me. I can't wait to go there again.
(5)Xteethx B.
Lobster risotto was great. The shrimp tapas were savory as well and the waiter was nice enough not to charge for it because it came out very late. Loved the atmosphere and the service and looking forward to trying other tapas on my next return.
(4)arlene d.
We sat at the bar on a Sunday good day 1/2 price bottles of wine . Service very lax to get 2 cocktails 4 tapas and a bottle of wine we were in there 3 hrs. Some of the dishes not as described . Kind of pricey for tapas . The scallions in mushrooms very raw. Beef empanadas the dough around edge was raw. Had to ask twice for bill. Slow
(3)Amy C.
I hardly give restaurants 5 stars but "Woo-freaking-hoo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" THIS IS AS GOOD AS IT GETS; I PROMISE :) My girlfriend's birthday was this weekend and wanted to try this place because she had heard so many good things about it. While we didn't make a reservation (because you have to make a reservation ahead of time), the manager/owner, Sean, made sure we were seated at a reasonable time. Inman Park has really blossomed into a little metropolitan neighborhood with many different restaurants within a block of each other. Our server was Billy, and he is the most awesomest bestest server I have ever had. He made the whole experience one that will be talked amongst my friends for ages to come. The tapas are deliciousssssssssssssssssss BEYOND delicious; whatever they are doing, I need to know so I can re-create some of these tapas dishes at home. We shared the potatoes, calamari, goat cheese salad, shrimp in a delicious butter something or another sauce that went perfectly with the bread, their eggplant dish, chicken, and beef empanadas. To end our already FABULOUS meal, we ordered their chocolate and caramel crepe which is tiny explosions of awesomeness going off in your mouth . I can't say enough or write enough about just how wonderful this place is in terms of atmosphere, service, and food. Everyone is so friendly which only adds to how much fun our dinner was. YOU GOTTA TRY THIS OUT! AND TAKE ME WITH YOU WHEN YOU GO :)
(5)Daniel C.
went to BARCELONA for a first date....not only was I impressed with my date, but Barcelona delivered a wonderful experience as well. I went there on the advice of some coworkers and I couldn't have been more happy. great atmosphere....fantastic food (the charizo and sweet figs was amazing)....go....experience....have a blast and leave full on many levels!!
(5)Anne R.
Went here for the first time on Friday at 7:15 - glad we made a reservation since it was crowded and got more and more crowded the later it got. We sat in the bar area which was loud but we liked the atmosphere. Our waiter, TJ, was great. Very friendly and very helpful. He definitely made the experience even better. The manager also stopped by a few times to check in on us - greatly appreciated. Onto the food- very very delicious! We started with 2 cheeses and a meat which were all great recommendations and very tasty. Our other two dishes were the Chorizo with Sweet and Sour Figs - WOW!! Would order this again in a heartbeat...and the Gambas a Ajillo (shrimp) which were tasty but we would probably try something new next time (oh and there will be a next time). The wine list was extensive and TJ knew what he was talking about. Really recommend going!
(5)Mandi T.
This was a really fun place to go after work and share appetizers with friends! We shared 10-12 small plates! Everything was sooo good....I loved everything but, I will have to say NOTHING HERE IS HEALTHY....even the veggies are fried (but amazing) I would suggest having a snack before. What a hot spot and valet parking is awesome!
(4)Alex J.
Had a very nice evening. The tapas were good and the staff were friendly and helpful. Definitely a good choice.
(4)Elizabeth M.
Worst SERVICE EVER!!!! Had reservations at 8:45 on Saturday night. We got there a little bit early but we were not seated to our table until almost 9:30. We asked the staff three different times while we waited for our table because there was no point of making reservations if they make you wait anyways. After we sat down we were not waited on for another 10 min and the server had such a hard time waiting on multiple tables. We ordered our drinks and they even served them to the wrong table. This was our first time visiting the restaurants after hearing amazing reviews. I was not impressed with the service, staff nor food. McDonald's can provide better service than Barcelona. I would not recommend this restaurant if you want to be seated on time, get service when you sit down and want average food.
(1)Allison M.
We had an event there this past Tuesday and we could not recommend a better place! Their staff is fantastic, the food incredible! Such an absolutely wonderful venue and staff! Please check out this restaurant for dinner, drinks or an event!
(5)Mari M.
Went for Brunch, glad they have more than eggs, they include faves from regular menu... high quality food, wished the charcurterie plate were a little more generous... but great service, beautiful restaurant . Great for first dates and seconds and thirds...
(4)Ellen T.
A great date night spot. The ambiance is very vibrant and the decor is fantastic! Our waiter, wish I had his name handy, was as good as they come. He moved to ATL from Stanford, CT, where I believe he worked at another Barcelona location. He was really great at providing suggestions, such as input on the cheese plate. We had chosen one and wanted suggestions on the other two, and he was spot on. Those cheeses were delish! I know we had a sheeps milk, the manchego, and one other that he said was his favorite, and that was a great way to start the meal. Service was very good. Different runners bring out your plates, and even the chefs pop by from time to time. They were very efficient at ensuring our water glasses were always filled, and clearing plates away as we finished with them. I would say you need 2-3 tapas per person. We had the chickpea/spinach casserole (pretty good), kale (way way too salty, otherwise would have loved), steak paillard (amazing, was a recommendation of server), tuna tartar (my FAVE!), and some other meat that I didn't try and can't find on the menu, but my boyfriend wolfed it down and said was very good. Server also recommended a really cool spanish wine that we had never had. I was very impressed with the wine list, and this is a cool place to try something totally different than you're used to.
(5)Maria K.
This is one of my favorite restaurants in Atlanta. They have friendly service, great wine selection, & their foods always meets my expectations. I love their tapas menu, but the last few times I tried their main dishes and loved them. Would recommend for a girls night out or a just because dinner!
(5)Nic K.
I think I was expecting more from all the hype this place has received. For starters, I called two weeks in advance and was able to get a reservation at the time I wanted. A friend of mine called about 5 days before and anything that wasn't crazy early or crazy late was already reserved. I came this past Saturday with a few friends. The waiter was attentive. He didn't hover over us, but was also there when we needed him. The food.....it was ok. There were some items that were absolutely delicious. We enjoyed the ceviche and the crispy cabbage. Both were excellent. The mushrooms in goat cheese and the tuna tartare were also pretty good. We were a bit disappointed in the shrimp. My husband ate one that must've been a bit older and had a very fishy taste. We ordered some pitchers of white sangria. It was good and not too sweet which we liked, but there was barely any alcohol in it. I'm sadly usually good to go after two glasses. I had four glasses and was still speaking coherently and wasn't telling stories that weren't made for public telling. Either I grew a tolerance for alcohol overnight - and if I didn't build a tolerance during my 4 years of college debauchery, I highly doubt I will now - or the sangria was wayyyyyyyyy weak. As we were walking to our cars, silence fell over my group of friends. Finally, one piped up and said, "It wasn't as good as I was expecting." We all nodded in agreement. We expected more from a place that still had a line out the door at 10:30pm. A place that has been crowded since the day it opened about 9 months ago. I found the food and drinks to be better at the old Loca Luna (when they were still on Juniper) and Cafe Tu Tu Tango. Obviously, many do not share my opinion as this place seems to be THE spot to be every night of the week.
(3)Melanie S.
Man oh man. I really wanted to give this restaurant a better review. I've been here multiple times and it's a mixed bag. Last time I was there the food and service were poor. During my latest visit the food was good but the service was poor again. The decor in the restaurant is sophisticated and the patio is very nice. There is an outdoor fireplace which adds a nice touch. Barcelona does have a wonderful wine list with over 250 wines. We ordered the red sangria and it was good. I ordered the lobster risotto, beef empanadas and the beet salad with walnuts and blue cheese. All were good and I particularly enjoyed my beet salad! We all tried each others' tapas and I really liked the chickpea and spinach casserole with cumin. As far as service is concerned, I was very disappointed. However, the manager was very gracious and compensated us for the service. Because of the manager I would come back.
(3)Adrianne L.
My girlfriends and I went here for a fun girls night! We had a great experience! It was packed, but we didn't have a reservation and wanted to sit at the bar. We ordered drinks and waited for a spot to open up. The bartenders were the best-(Joe, And ?? - I wish I could remember all of their names)- they were so friendly and helpful and when another patron started getting obnoxious and pushing people around they quickly took care of the situation. The manager came out and checked on us and made sure we were not bothered by him again. The food was amazing, loved the cauliflower, steak,shrimp, and the lobster risotto was unbelievable. We will be going back!
(5)Kay W.
Oh my goodness, it's hard to imagine how loud this place is. and over-priced. and over-hyped. There is absolutely no way I will spend $10 on 7 asparagus spears. Not gonna happen. Well, not twice anyway. The ambience/cool factor of Barcelona totally lives up to its reputation, but I much prefer less hype and more value. The food was certainly acceptable and even good at times, but not worth the money or the hassle frankly. Most dishes are pretty small, even for tapas. One notable exception is the mussels. They were absolutely delicious and bountiful. If I recall, they were around $10. Based on other dishes, I figured we would score about 5-7 mussels for that price. Instead, we got around a dozen or so. They are served in a surprising red sauce with just enough kick to have you reaching for the accompanying grilled bread to chase away the heat. Speaking of bread....The bread served to the whole table was by far the most stellar thing about barcelona. It comes to the table fresh from the oven, piping hot. It is heavenly. The server did not bring butter which initially puzzled us. He returned a few minutes later with a saucer, an Olive Oil bottle and the biggest pepper mill I've ever laid eyes on and commenced to creating a little Italian butter tableside. It was nice and all, but the bread was really just too good on its own to foul it with the oil. winners at our table - beef empanadas, mussels, losers - bibb salad w/ almonds, hangar steak (tasty, but tiny) I doubt we will return, but if we do, it will definitely be for the patio. It looked downright inviting. The wines by the glass are not very plentiful and what they do have is expensive. Get the Sangria. It's actually really nice.
(2)Kurt L.
Long story short: terrible, rude service. Four of us arrived Wednesday 7:30pm without reservations. The place was packed. The host took our name but wouldn't tell us how long the wait was -- wouldn't even give us an estimate. Okay, fine. We all go to the bar and each order a (pricey) drink. 15-20 minutes later we finish our drinks, and again we ask if they can give us an estimate. (Forget getting seated, we just want to know how long the wait is!) AGAIN the host refuses to tell us. He rolls his eyes and says, "There are /many/ people in front of you." Well, okay. We left and walked across the street to Fritti, where we were seated immediately, had a great dinner, and were served by one of the friendliest waiters ever. (Maybe it was just the contrast to Barcelona?) All I can guess is Barcelona didn't really want us, so the best way to get rid of us was to refuse to seat us, refuse to give us a wait time, and generally be rude. It worked. We won't be back.
(2)Jessica R.
Great atmosphere and good place to wine and dine! My girlfriends and I really enjoyed going there for the first time. The hanger steak is delish and so is the mushrooms and goat cheese, highly recommend. While I think it can be a little pricey, it's definitely worth checking out!
(4)Eric K.
Hell yes! Great food, great service, cool spac. We were in Barcelona earlier this year and several of the dishes we sampled were reminiscent of Spain. OK, enough pretense on my part....The jamon was nice, the croquetes were solid, sangria was delish. Fantastic atmosphere. Dig it. One minor point, some Estrella on the beer menu would be a welcome addition.
(5)Ms.Nita B.
Pros: THey definitely have the ATL, sex and the city, urban chic vibe down! Nice ambience-- pretty high noise level on the inside due to the high ceilings (best bet is to sit outside if you're on a date) and it's located in a hip little area- the old 4th ward/Inman Park. Umm.. the best dish for us was the grilled hangar steak. Cons: Barcelona did not take me back to my Barcelona days abroad. In fact, their name is a disgrace to the true spanish city! The food was less than mediocre. I've had better tapas AND a better tapas experience at Eclipse di Luna and Cafe Tu Tu Tango. I just wasn't impressed... half of our tapas were lukewarm/cold on the inside which was disappointing AND at the end of the night when we paid our $60 bill for two..we felt like we'd been bamboozled out of our good ole disposable income. Definitely too pricey for what you get. Look, I didn't mind the vibe of the place. If I went back it would be for drinks with my girls and to look cute, but not for the food. Maybe they should turn this place into a dessert & wine bar...hmmm. Bottom line: if you're ever in the old 4th ward, try sotto sotto, fritti, hell even Pure! Just don't waste $60 at this place or you'll feel duped! **FYI, we went over to the Urban Market acorss the street afterwards, and the red velvet cake there was pretty good!
(2)Keitha D.
I had been hearing so much from friends about Barcelona that I had to try it a few weeks ago. Well....i can have fun anywhere, so thats a good thing. But the food was just OK. I had the flank steak with chimichurri but substituted a pork chop since i don't eat red meat. I was happy the chef allowed that. And it was good! But i've definitely had better. The tapas were decent, although the roasted brussel sprouts stood out. I got the roasted garlic bulbs because i just knew that if you put that on a menu it had to be heaven sent. Nope. Just....mush. And no real indication if I should put it on something or just eat it whole...and mushy. Hmph. The wine was great and the fact that bottles were half off is what saved this day.
(2)Atl C.
Great ambience but overpriced drinks. Excellent variety. Great atmosphere. Go with an expense account because you're going to blow a ton of money.
(3)Ai T.
I give the place 5 stars for their service!!! We were group of 8 and we had to wait a little more than 15 minutes despite the reservation. We were all "hangry", but complimentary tapas started appearing from the kitchen as soon as we sat down. We were well taken care of and our server, Jeff was super friendly and pleasant Everyone, including our "birthday girl", left the place feeling very happy. The food was good - we had more than 10 tapas altogether and no left-overs.
(5)Therese H.
Food was delicious and the staff was quite friendly. They were accommodating of our rather large dog as well, which was a nice bonus. We'll be back!
(4)Locutus K.
Oh this place was so good. We had three tapas, a bottle of wine and their famous paella. Service was fantastic. I appreciate that the servers seem to have a lot of experience with the wine selection. Ours helped us make an excellent choice and we eagerly finished off the entire bottle. The tapas were mostly fantastic. The duck meat was a little lackluster but the sheep cheese and foie gras made up for it. If you are looking for a place that serves top notch foie gras, Barcelona would be your restaurant. Better still, they pair it with a sweet fig sauce that makes the perfect complement. We really enjoyed the paella, especially how crunchy it was. The only complaint is the size. It was a little huge for two people, especially after we took their recommendation of ordering three small dishes to tide us over during the wait. Lastly, this is more of a personal preference than a complaint but I also wish we had ordered the meat paella rather than the mariscos. I liked the shrimp and squid but had forgotten that the muscles and clams would come in their shells and I was a little unprepared to work so hard to eat my meal. At least now I have a reason to look forward to coming back!
(5)Tricia A.
I used to be a big fan of this place, as the food and drinks are fabulous; however, last night's dining experience left a sour taste in my mouth. My girlfriends and I decided to have an early dinner on the patio, as it was a beautiful day. Over the course of 5 hours, we enjoyed food and 4 pitchers of sangria. While the service we received from one of our servers was outstanding, we were being rushed out by the other and basically told we couldn't order anymore drinks. I understand the liabilities involved in serving alcohol to people; however, we were not being rowdy or obnoxious, and we told the server that we walked, therefore no one was getting behind the wheel. My girlfriends and I were not only offended by the way things were handled, but also embarrassed. We looked like children being reprimanded by their parents to the folks sitting around us. We're all in our thirties and forties and were polite, paying customers. There was absolutely no reason for us to be treated that way. I emailed the manager and he responded to me promptly, but I, as well as my girlfriends, don't plan to give them our business ever again.
(2)Karen F.
Meh - a fun atmosphere, good people-watching, but food is mediocre. Everything is much too rich, without any interesting taste. The tapas are rich enough, but they all seem to come with additional butter, oil, or creme fraiche alongside. I guess the upside is they are filling. The only standout for me was the warm bread and olive oil. The wine list looks overpriced - $30 for a sparkling wine that I've seen at Green's for $6? I guess if you go for the Sunday 1/2 price wine bottle special, that would be all right.
(2)Nina W.
First and foremost, I would like to apologize to Barcelona especially to their manager, for a huge mistake that I made regarding their valet service. I deleted my prior posting about it but I still would like to clear the air. I quite erroneously suspected that Barcelona's valet service were to blame for the theft of items missing from my car. At the time, I could only justify the accusation because I had visited no other place that night. With that behind, I feel I can press forward by describing my experiences going to Barcelona twice in one week which I did, if I may... *** I am from Boston and so discovering Barcelona in a southern city was a treasure chest - the decor sets a nice ambiance and the staff, including bar tenders and the DJ, make you feel at home. How? Keep reading.... I was excited to see an open air kitchen whereby they slice dried meats straight "from the leg". I will post pictures in a bit. The extremely jolly lady in charge of the cured meats and cheeses made outstanding recommendations and she even remembered me the second time I went in. Wine selection - a treat in Atlanta Food - I am a die hard cheese lover so I asked the server for a little sample (it was late at night but still wanted to munch on something). He came back with a very generous plate of soft cheeses which I told him I preferred, grapes included. When we ran out of grapes, he came back with about a quarter pound of them. I then requested a few songs from the DJ whereby he played everything. I highly recommend this place because its good drinks, service, food, great decor, and non pretentious people. -Nina
(4)Hector M.
The food was amazing like everyone else comments - we had Boquerones, Snails and Mushrooms for appetizers and they were divine. Paella was also delicious - just know that it takes a while for it to be prepared yet it is worth the wait. Service was excellent and they had great suggestions for wines to pair with food selections. Ambiance is sophisticated yet understated which I love and the crowd is a nice mix of people. Managers were awesome in correcting promptly an issue with my check. We'll be back pronto!
(4)Mimie J.
I'm a huge fan of tapas (who isn't?) and have been in search of a good place in Atlanta (sorry, Noche, you don't cut it). I pass this place on my way to Highland Bakery every weekend and constantly wondered what it was (there's really no sign saying Barcelona Atlanta so I had to do some research to even find out it was a tapas place!). The service was some of the best I've ever had in Atlanta. Ask for Chelsea to be your waitress for a wonderful experience. She was extremely knowledgeable, gave earnest answers (as opposed to the usual vague, "it's good") and a few suggestions to save some money (getting the three-pack of cheeses and meats for one), not to mention she's just adorable and super sweet. The first place came out within 5 minutes of ordering, and food was set down about a minute after the last plate was picked up. Perfect for tapas and very impressive for such a busy night! The food was all great. The portions or smaller but the tastes are big. They have a ton of variety and still maintain a traditional spanish flare. Absolutely wonderful!!
(5)Christina C.
i love love love this place! Everything was awesome. Complimentary valet parking, a must for someone with less than perfect (zero) parallel parking abilities. Walked in, and its got great atmosphere. Dim but not dark, lively but not crazy -very pleasing. Met my girlfriend at the bar and met the friendly and attractive bartender. nice! he suggested an aviator and I was in heaven b/c i just saw some chef mention one on the food network recently. Excellent, felt like such a grown up drink yet it was purple. I'm ashamed to say that despite having a cheese steak hours earlier it was my idea that we do the tasting sample menu of 6 tapas for 46.00. Service was a bit weird in that we had a waiter to introduce himself and a trainee and go over the menu with us but as he walked away mentioned that another young lady would be checking on us also. We didn't see the head waiter ever again and didn't see the trainer waiter until the end when he brought us the check and offered to pour sangria down our throats. hooray!! But the young lady (Allie) who was our server for the evening was a gem, hilarious and super attentive. AND the food...was delicious! we sampled most of the menu and I didn't have anything I didn't love. the mussels, albondigas, sardines, mushrooms, shrimp, it went on and on. I was so stuffed! yay! I can't wait to come back here. I don't know if this policy has changed but they had a great policy of if a plate touched your table it was yours even if you hadn't ordered it. I don't know who was making the mistakes but my belly sure did appreciate them.
(4)D.L H.
Staff was friendly (and maybe even a bit frisky with the girls we were with lol). The food was excellent. It had an authentic flair to it that reminded me of the real deal. Yes it oozed of pretentiousness, but hey we all need to feel like a snob once in awhile right? Well maybe not but the food was worth the inferior alternative over at Noche.
(4)Jason E.
Without a doubt the best restaurant experience I've had in Atlanta in the four years I've lived here. Our server, Emily was PHENOMENAL. She knew everything about everything and treated us like long lost friends. Our group goes out to eat several times a week, always trying a new place and we've made our way through every fancy pants restaurant in this city and have never had service even close to what we experienced last night. We shared all 6 of the larger tapas they had: Rabbit Pappardelle, Mussels, Tuna Tartare, Lobster Risotto, Lamb Chops and Bass I believe. All of the dishes were perfectly cooked, seasoned just right and actually crafted by people that you could tell LOVED what they did and even better, KNEW how to do it. Perfect. We finished with a cheese selection that blew us away. The rosemary crusted cheese was SO SO SO good. Our wine, La Atalaya, which was recommended to us by Emily, was easily the best wine I've been sold at a restaurant in YEARS. The perfect balance of dryness, pepper and dark fruit. SO good. It was EXACTLY what we described to her and she picked it out immediately. Anyone that knows wine at all knows how difficult it is to nail down something for someone else's palate. She did so effortlessly. Blew us away. I can't wait to go back and experience this place again. No wonder they were PACKED on a Monday night. Keep up the great work!
(5)Andrew C.
Manager tried to correct issues, but he has his work cut out. Really tried my patience. Ordered the six tapas plates for $45 for two people, didn't want alcohol so ordered iced tea and water. First two dishes came straight out almost immediately. We let them sit on the table because I didn't want to eat without a drink. Time was going very very slow and still no drinks. My friend said he was not the complaining type (liar) so I had to do the talking. Asked another server for our drinks so I could finally eat. So three of out dishes had arrived no problem. After about 45 minutes to an hour our drinks were empty and the waitress asked if she could get us dessert I said something like 'How about the other 3 dishes we ordered?' She said she would check on them and then she went the table next to us and engaged in a long conversation about her family with them. I had to hold back from saying something like could you talk to them later and get my food. At this point I summoned the manager, I tried to break it to him gently that the service sucked. He apologized and got us our other three dishes and showered us with free dessert and two extra dishes. The bill came to about $70 and my friend felt bad for the waitress and tipped her 40% in cash. Personally I like to tip 30% to 40% and see how gracious the server is (I wouldn't have given her 30% to 40% but I wasn't paying). Did she say thank you? No! Did she come back and say how generous? NO! Our bill is paid and a friend stops over at the table and wanted a glass of wine. Forever and ever we couldn't get a server. She gets up and flags one down and orders her drink. 15-20 minutes pass, we do not even tell her about our experience and she says "Are they pressing the grapes for my wine?" Service needs work, food was really good and the manager was helpful.
(2)Duncan B.
Pork Belly was amazing!
(5)sheree h.
Barcelona is a atmospheric sigh of relief for the VA High strip. As always, adore what Skylar Morgan did with the interior design. Great meat and decent wine, I've had the empanadas, arugula salad, mushrooms and brussels sprouts, although I have to say, whatever the couple at the next table shared with us was amazing. I've been twice now and its been delicious both times, but watch your pocketbook, the bill can sneak up and b*tchslap you if you're not careful, and the food is very rich, and can do the same an hour later.
(4)Jessica M.
Atmosphere, check. Service, check. Overall this is a place i would def return to for drinks and to eat a bit but probably not for dinner if i was wanting a full meal. We had a few tapas and really wanted to try the Paella as the main. The tapas were tasty..the mahi ceviche was the best--great flavor, the octopus tapa was overwhelmed by the potatoes which was a shame bc it had great flavor as well. I hoped there would be a bit more meat in the meat tapas maybe they will work on that part--but the overall taste was great in these tapas. The 2 person paella was just OK. Not bad but suprisingly not fantastic....large the 2 person portion could easily feed 4 so thats always nice, but I was definitely not wow'ed and actually made me feel better about my own homemade version. That said, i'll return here for drinks and tapas for sure :)
(4)Melissa B.
Really enjoyed myself here. The crowd on a Wednesday night was thoroughly encouraging. I like some personality on a weeknight, good hang out for sure. The space is awesome. Great wrapping patio (with heaters!!!!) and the main dining area is very well decorated in my opinion. The bar is a nice and long and the bar tenders were on their game when I went. Great menu too, lots of options to please just about anybody. Free valet riiiight next to the front door is a huge plus as well. Can't wait to go back and sample some more. Also a surprisingly yummy beer selection.
(5)Susan M.
LOVE IT. Cozy and lively atmosphere, diverse menu, friendly and helpful waitstaff. We dropped in for dessert and sherry after dinner at Sotto Sotto. It made my night.
(5)V L.
First time at Barcelona and the experience was amazing. There was an hour wait which wasn't fun but the restaurant staff was very gracious and accommodating, taking drink offers and even passing an hors d'oeuvre which I found impressive. We had a team of 2 servers that were very attentive, even our hostess that seated us saw us dining and asked how we were enjoying our meal! I will definitely be back! There's great food, great drinks, great service no better combination! Looking forward to returning soon!
(5)Frances N.
Great experience! Went here for Sunday Fun Day half priced bottles of wine. Ended up trying the hangar steak with truffle sauce despite the fact that we had just eaten brunch before we arrived. It was amazing. Our server was so sweet! I told her we were collecting corks and she brought me about 20 of them from the bar. Great service, great food and wine. Will definitely be back.
(5)Jasi L.
delicious food, cool amibience, great wine and cocktails... Took one of best friends there we had a wonderful experience, good service, though packed even on a tues,everything was delicious esp loved the mushrooms and fig chorizo dish...A lil loud but that is becuase it was packed and too cold for anyone to sit outside.. Def would go back
(5)J E.
If you want Spanish gods delivering perfect plates of heavenly goodness, this place is for you. Ok, so maybe the people are not imported directly from Spain, but they could have been and perception matters. They put their heart into it and that is the essence of Spain. With so many restaurant managers wastefully sitting behind a computer now looking at labor and food costs all day, it was nice to see the manager Sean working the crowd and building a sustainable long-term business by professionally interacting with customers. I was pleasantly surprised and hope this continues as part of their culture. Food lives up to the service. Came with the hubby and we had four tapas and the chicken plus dessert. Recommend the meatballs, the steak, empanadas, and the main plate of chicken. If they put whatever spice is in the potatoes that come with the chicken into the calamari, that calamari dish would rock too. Get the crepe dessert - will not disappoint and the Rioja to balance the meal. Welcome to the neighborhood!
(5)Tara M.
I'd probably give this place 1 star except we had really good service. I'm not sure why they have a tag-team 2 waiter per table system, but whatever. Chelsea was the server who primarily took care of us. She was attentive, informative, and made a great wine recommendation based on our taste preferences. Two thumbs up for her service. The food, however, was incredibly lame. The first dish set the tone for the entire food experience - $10 for a tiny little plate of fried artichokes that consisted of 3 thin slices of heart no bigger than a quarter and a few woody, inedible leaves. LAME. The mussels were a hearty portion, actually much larger than I expected, but were in a sauce that tasted like nothing but reduced canned crushed tomatoes with crushed red pepper. Again, lame. The mushrooms a la plancha were thinly sliced - why? That's pointless and it made for a poor presentation and texture. The chicken empanadas were OK and the chorizo and figs were good, but two dishes does not make a meal. For $120 we were severely disappointed and doubt we'll return.
(2)Rob P.
Only went for a happy hour, but loved the whiskey/beer menu and everything i tried off the menu was delicious. Need to go back.
(4)Broderick S.
I've only stopped in for an app and a glass of wine, but so far I love what I see. Technically a chain, but they eschew the term for good reasons. They've taken a parcel in a building and turned it into a beautiful neighborhood restaurant with dark woods everywhere. I look forward to checking out more of the menu
(4)J. D.
Hip and modern, but yet quite comfortable atmosphere. Trendy crowd. Vibrant feel. Attentive, friendly service. Excellent tapas. No place is perfect, but for a newcomer this place has it together and will only improve. Welcome to Atlanta my new friend.
(4)Sarah B.
Went last night for Inman Park Restaurant Week. The food was fantastic as always, but the service was crap. Slow, and bordering on pretentious. That's not normally the case here, so I'm hoping our server was just having an off night. But it definitely marred our experience.
(3)Lydia R.
The goat cheese, fig and chorizo crepes (brunch menu) - one of the best dishes I've eaten in Atlanta. Just insanely delicious. Great atmosphere at the bar area, and Grady really took care of us. Could see myself spending many lazy Sunday afternoons at Barcelona.
(5)barbara m.
Went to Barcelona for New Years Eve- had an 8 PM reservation. Great service from the time we walked in, had a quick drink at the bar and were seated. There were a couple foks waiting on us and answering our questions. Being vegetarian, there were lots of options for me and they were accomodating to take bacon on of one of them. We ordered 4 tapas and the vegetable paella- very large, enough for 2-3 people, especially after the tapas. Everything was very flavorful and well cooked. Also had a couple different cocktails, all very tasty. The decor is hip, but not over done. The manager came over to make sure everything was good. Had a very good experience from begining to end....would definately recommend and return!!!
(5)Beth M.
Seriously worst service I've ever had. NEVER sit at the bar. Sat for at least 20 minutes before anyone attempted to take my drink order, the drink was good, but seriously? There were 3 bartenders and maybe 15 people at the bar. We were given a menu, we asked the bartender if they were out if any food items, he checked, told us a few and wandered off. We waited to order but he took the menu away and have us the bar menu. Ummmm.... Did you forget to check if we wanted to order food off the regular menu since we had one and have been here for at least 45 minutes?!? Really?!? We got the tab and went to vortex, where in the first 15 minutes we got a shot, drinks, and ordered. The food and drinks are good, if you can get them.
(1)Jessica F.
Nice outdoor atmosphere, fun people watching, but my is it overpriced! The bread and olive oil were delicious, the spinach and chickpea casserole and mashed chickpea dishes were good, but not good enough to overcome the fact that they charge $17 for 7 small pieces of cheese or $7 for 6 bites of ceviche. Sitting outside on a warm spring evening was great, but there are much more reasonable places to do it!
(2)Michelle C.
Everything from the atmosphere to the food to the service was great. The room is a bit loud around the bar, but they have outdoor seating and a separate room in the front where it would not be as bad. Our waiter, Edgar, was awesome. Very attentive, gave a great wine recommendation that was even a lower price point than what we originally asked for and also didn't charge us for the one tapas plate we didn't enjoy. We didn't even ask for it to be taken off, we just told him he could take the half finished plate away and when he asked if we didn't like it, we said the seasoning was off, so no, and he took it off our bill! What service! The drinks we had at the bar were well made and the wine was great. All the other tapas we had were delicious and the Churros for dessert was the perfect ending. We will definitely be back for future date nights.
(5)Amber O.
The three stars are based solely on the service, which I'll admit was was attentive and fantastic. The wine list had an extensive assortment that fell within a wide price range, which was appreciated. However the food just totally missed the mark for me sadly. I live in Inman Park, so I have wanted to try this place for a long time. I ordered the hangar steak and the cauliflower and they were just so-so to me. For the money, honestly borderline disappointing. Come for a fun ambiance and the wine list, but eat before.. I think I'll stick with Sotto Sotto next time which is just across the street and not even in the same ballpark.
(3)LL s.
I have been waiting for this place to open up and stumbled upon the "soft" opening last night. I think this will be a great new addition to the area. The food was delicious and the service was great. The decor was fabulous. Looking forward to my next visit.
(4)Hollywood G.
My friends and I went to Barcelona for the first time last night to celebrate a birthday. Our first observation was that it was PACKED. The bar area was wall to wall! We arrived 30 minutes early for our 8:30 reservation, but ended up not being seated until 9:30. The management tried to make the wait as pleasant as possible, however, as we were given a complimentary appetizer at the bar.. There was a cocktail server who passed every few minutes with trays of amuse bouches (sp?) which were delicious. He didnt even judge you if you took more than one or sampled every time he passed (dont judge us, we were starving). All of the employees were extremely pleasant. Once we were seated and the server realized we had been waiting an hour for our table, she was very apologetic. We were brought 8489294399355 complimentary tapas and our first round of drinks were on the house. TALK ABOUT SERVICE! My friends and I were super full by the end of our meal and when the bill came we could not understand how it was only $96 (four people, 838483843432 tapas, 838848433 glasses of wine). Our server was awesome and our cars were waiting outside by the time we got there. Overall, one of the best dining experiences I have ever had (and I eat out ALOT), despite the 1 hour wait. I will return to Barcelona again and again (probably starting next week), lol. P.S.- we had the beef empanadas, papas bravas, hanger steak, chickpea puree, white asparagus, a sweet potato flatbread that was divine, calamari, pork croquetas, and paella (the order for 2 fed 4). I think there was more but that is all I remember (there were several glasses of wine involved). Everything was delicious! Thanks Barcelona!
(5)Ron R.
Amazing and lots of fun....
(5)Donnie W.
I really enjoy eating at Barcelona and chose to visit for my birthday with 2 friends tonight (Dec. 8). However, when we arrived for our 6pm reservation for 3, we were approached by the rudest hostess named Emily. I was told the reservation was only for 2, which was incorrect because I have the email confirmation and we were told that we would have to sit in the loud bar area or wait. I was not happy. Emily also spoke nasty about us to another hostess while we were standing there waiting. We finally got to sit in the main dining area and had a great meal and experience. The wait staff are fantasitic. The evening was turning out great until we were leaving. Emily proceeded to speak nasty about us again to another hostess while we were leaving and I heard what she was saying and turned around. Emily of course stopped talking then. I really hate rude people especially when the restaurant is great. Barcelona needs to put Emily in the kiichen and not have her working with customers.
(4)Ross E.
Service was impeccable and, as a result, we will be going back and also recommending this to our friends. They were slow bringing our food out so comped us several plates. The sangria was too sweet so they also comped us a pitcher. Ive lived in NYC and SF and have to admit: this place cares about service more than most in ATL. What a refeshing experience. Go check it out. Food is great, atmosphere is fun. Cant lose.
(4)Dave B.
One of our favorite places. Good for small groups or a date night. Get a reservation because. This place becomes quite the scene. The charcuterie is our go to and the staff is knowledgable as to which meats are tasty. Half priced bottles of wine on Sunday can make getting up for work Monday morning quite difficult.
(4)Heather C.
I tried Barcelona again tonight (a Monday). I received excellent service (thanks to our server Dan), and enjoyed some very good wines. I ordered the Bibb salad and a steak - and I was not disappointed. Overall, I think that if you want to avoid the crowds and the noise, I would recommend a mid-week visit. My dinner was very enjoyable.
(5)Reba Jean B.
This was the best place to go for a girl's night out. I really, really liked this restaurant. My best friend really liked it, too. However, I think she liked it because of the plethora of available men. We both couldn't believe the eye candy there at the bar. The only problems I have, and I have these problems with all trendy restaurants, it's way loud and turn up the damn lights just a little. The restaurant was packed on a Thursday evening and when it settled down a bit I could start to hear what my friend was screaming in my ear. As far as the light goes, what's up with that? Could I at least see the menu? Nuff of that bitchin',,, The food was fantastic. The sardines were yumm yumm. There is a great wine by the glass menu offered. We had an array of things offered on the menu and I'm impressed with all of them. In fact, this restaurant definitely stands up to other fine dining restaurants in Atlanta. The service was friendly and not pretentious in the least bit. I will suggest this restaurant to anyone. Can't wait for spring and summertime to spend evenings dining on the patio.
(4)Leang C.
Came here with a group of 5 on a late Sunday afternoon into the evening. Very, very crowded as it was the time they have half priced bottles of wine. Atmosphere is great and lively. Enjoy the patio area outside if you can. For the food, the have a selection of cheeses that looked pretty good. For me, nothing on the menu really jumped out at me. Turnaround for the food was pretty quick, tapas style. Again, nothing spectacular. A place with a large wine bottle selection with prices knocked by half is always a good time with friends. I would definitely go back.
(4)Damon M.
Barcelona has an amazing atmosphere. Great looking crowd and friendly staff. They have a spectacular wine list and delicious food. If your looking to have dinner with friends or family, this is a great option.
(5)J B.
The concept is perfect. Wine list is incredible and management obviously knows what true service is all about. Knowledgeable but not cheesy salesman.
(4)Errol G.
Is it wrong for a man to love a tapas restaurant? If so, then I don't want to be right. This place is fantastic- like leaving Atlanta and going someplace else. It has a bit of a NYC, Chicago or SF restaurant feel, where a city's in-crowd would hang. While the food is amazing-- their cheese tray is one of the best in the area, and their calamari and brussell sprouts are worth the drive alone-- this place to me is all about the atmosphere on a warm night in Atlanta. The wait-staff is great- they seem to truly love their jobs, the customers, and the food and drinks they serve. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and while it's almost always crowded, it never feels "packed." I guess it's because we're all loving the great variety of "throw a dart at it and it will be good" food, drinks, and people watching that we're doing, so who the hell cares? All in all, it's become one of my new favorites, a place I will take visiting friends from out of town to show how cool my town can be and some of the best that we've got to offer.
(5)Jane S.
This restaurant is amazing. My family and I had a reservation at Rosebud in VA Highlands for my mother's birthday but it fell through. We had a party of 4, but my mother was stuck in traffic and they refused to seat us until she arrived and they also wanted to charge $15 to put the cake we brought in the cooler for a few minutes. SO, luckily, we ended up at Barcelona. The service was amazing, everyone was so kind and attentive. The food was delicious and they had no problem at all storing the cake for us. They even brought the cake out with candles on it and gave us complementary glasses of champagne (my mother's had a little candle on it). I was extremely impressed with how focused this restaurant was on providing a good experience. I will definitely be returning.
(5)Maggie J.
I like Barcelona very much! It's a casual wine bar with a large selection of delicious tapas. I tried several different plates and glasses of wine, and they were all good. I definitely recommend.
(4)Agata R.
Based on the other Yelp reviews, I was truly looking forward to a great meal at Barcelona. My mom, husband and I are huge tapas fans, and came here in January on a Friday evening. I can't begin to describe how average and disappointing the tapas were. Every single item we were presented with had something off about it. The eggplant caponata was overpowered by tomatoes, as were the mussels, which came drenched in heavy tomato sauce that tasted like marinara from a jar. The shrimp was bland; the chorizo with figs cloyingly sweet; and a bean stew so salty that it was inedible. The lamb chop tasted fine, but merely because it was just grilled so there wasn't much to mess up. I will definitely not be coming back, there mare much better tapas places in Atlanta.
(2)Kira O.
This place is okay, the food wasn't too great... but they allow pets, so that's a plus :)
(3)Jacquelin L.
Was here on a Saturday night for a birthday dinner.. The wait was a little long, but was understandable for the large party size... Once we were seated everything was great! Our waiter and waitress were very knowledgeable of the menu, and took their time to explaim the menu to newcomers. The food was great!!! I had the plank steak, broccoli and feta, and calamari... I plan on going back to try other dishes. Word of advice, make reservations on the weekend otherwise you will have a long wait! I definitely will be going back.
(4)Kellie N.
WOW! This place is amazing. It was completely packed on Saturday night with a fun mix of people. Th bar scene is vibrant and the deck is a great escape from the crowd. The DJ and girl serving shots in patrons mouths on the bar after midnight was a fun and entertaining part of the night. The food is amazing!! We had several appetizers that were beyond amazing. 6 of us shared these two dishes and still had leftovers. PARRILLADA - Argentine Mixed Grill for Two Pork Chop, Half Chicken, Gaucho Sausage, N.Y. Strip, Papas Fritas, Chimichurri PAELLA - For Two to Six People Saffron Rice, Chicken, Squid, Shrimp, Chorizo, Clams & Mussels A must go to in Atlanta!
(4)Rudy J. T.
I will start this review by pointing I've been a resident in Spain (many years ago) for about 2 years and I tried almost everything in spanish cuisine. Barcelona can be described as a good approach of what a tapas bar is (or should be). I will say they have some flaws in the execution though (hence the 3 stars). Preliminary note: This restaurant is in a very hot spot in Atlanta (at least nowadays), so, it is crowded most of the time. Keeping that in mind and since I'm alone for dinner (business traveler) and I always sit at the bars, I have to say, the restaurant seems to be having some staff issues. Then taking a closer look at the bartenders, I realized the problem is not the personnel but the bar set up. Sounds the restaurant has some lack of space for bottle storage in the bar and the bartenders had to go back and forth from the racks at the back of the bar to get the ingredients for their drinks. There were 3 bartenders at the bar, plus 1 bar back guy and they collided all the time with the amount of traveling they have to do. Please do not blame it on the bartenders, the culprit is not theirs in this case. As a matter of fact, they were all very attentive. With that said, I will put the services outside of the equation and focus on my meal experience. Even before I could order my drink, a bartender gave me a plate of Patatas Bravas to try. It just came out of the blue (I did not even order it, but seems someone rejected the plate and it ended before me). I really appreciate this bartender handled that plate which was really good, even when I am not very fond of very spiced food. I orderer a glass of Tempranillo and a plate of cold cuts and cheese. The Jamon Serrano (prosciutto cured in paprika instead of salt) was average, so was the sobresada (soft pork sausage), but the manchego and the quince preserve were pretty good. I will have to say, the Jamon Serrano tasted more like Prosciutto than Jamon Serrano, but I enjoyed it anyway. After that, I ordered, gambas al ajillo (garlic shrimp) with a glass of Muscat. The wine was very good, I cannot say the same thing about the gambas. First , the gambas in Spain are the really tiny small shrimp, not the shrimp we find here in the fish markets which are kind of couple of inches long. Gambas are around 3/4 of an inch. I know it is very difficult (amost impossible) to find those in the US market but at least, the execution can be perfected. First. the shrimp is not clean (ok, ok, I can de-tail the shrimp myself, but the purpose of the gambas is that they come already cleaned, at least in Spain they serve them that way), and then, they lack of seasoning. Gambas al ajillo are supposed to be garlicky (I think I mentioned this in another of my reviews here in Yelp!). Anyway, I will stay away from Gambas on my next visit. After that I ordered Albondigas. Those were cool. Kind of under seasoned but they tasted pretty much like a very good meat ball complement in spaghetti. I really liked them. I was in a rush to go back to work so I could not experience anymore about this restaurant. I paid the bill, greet all the bartenders and leave. One thing I have to point is the ambience.. it is very loud and vibrant, kind of hectic, though. Looking at some people around me it sounds more like a place 'to be seen' than a place those particulars enjoy going to. Anyway, if you can bypass that and the fact the place trends to be loud, I will say Barcelona is a good option when it comes to Tapas (I will really reserve my opinion on some other tapas places around Atlanta in this review, you'll have to check my other ones). Salud y pesetas, tios!!!
(3)Chelsea W.
I've been here on several occasions and have yet to have a bad experience. I love the location, the food is delicious, and they have a nice selection of wines. It is on my list of places to bring out of town visitors. The service has also been great every time I've been. On my first trip, the waiter was very helpful navigating the menu and offering suggestions for our table. We've also had free dishes sent to our tables several times, which is always nice. If you do plan on checking this place out, I definitely recommend making a reservation. I had a friend come here one weekend and ended up waiting almost 2 hours. She refuses to go back, which is such a bummer because I do enjoy it.
(4)Ashley L.
Truly an amazing dining experience! Staff is wonderful, food and wine are delicious and the atmosphere is perfect! Great place to bring visitors!
(5)Jesse W.
Great food, prompt service, and AWESOME customer service! I lost a book on Halloween night, CRAZY BUSY, and they took time to find it, call me back, and get it back to me.
(5)Megan W.
Went here two nights ago. The food was amazing. We got mushrooms, peppers, and patatas. My margarita was ok but Bartaco is obviously the best at making those! The service was friendly and timely. Very impressed.
(5)Jen K.
There are two elements here to review: the food (most important) and the atmosphere. I would give the bar atmosphere 4 or 5 stars. It was pretty fun. But the food wasn't amazing so that's why I'm giving this place 3 stars. I ordered 4 tapas: chorizo & fig, garlic shrimp, potato tortilla and something else that I can't remember so was obviously not a stand out. The chorizo was delicious and by far the highlight of my meal. Everything else was just fine. I did have a bite of the roasted broccoli and the hanger steak my friend ordered. Again, fine. Nothing here really blew my mind.
(3)Ryan K.
I'm a huge fan.This is a true tapas style restaurant with the best charcuterie I have ever seen.I felt like I was in South America.Our server Billy spent tons of time educating us about the food and wine and made wonderful recommendations.We tried many new things and had a few old standards.I can't wait to come back.
(5)Jessica R.
This place was awesome! Great atmosphere for a girls night, and good deals on Wine. The mushrooms and shrimp were amazing. Really enjoyed it and can't wait to go back.
(4)Keo S.
Definitely try this place if you are looking for a great well-rounded experience. Ambience is fabulous and definitely sit outside if you can. It was a little chilly on the night we went, but the fireplace and heat lamps were perfect. The service was stellar, really yummy cocktails, and then the food came. We loved the hanger steak, beef empanadas, the charcuterie & homemade cheese, and fried cabbage (not on the menu, but it's an absolute staple there). We were stuffed and they insisted on having us try the flan (which was so darn good). Love this place and will definitely be back in the future.
(5)Jewel D.
Went there on a date for the first time a few weeks ago. We bounced around the belt line, and I was excited to try the flan and their raved about wine list. The initial bartender we dealt with seemed like he really didn't want to be there. I told him right away it was my first time there, as I stared and the huge chalk board of wine selections, and he walked off, without even offering water. Ok - so then I asked to try a few. His only response was that they were out of all the options I asked for. Well then... He did finally offer me a few samples, and I went with a mediocre pinot noir. So then the flan... It was soup. I know flan can be hard to set correctly, but this barely held it's shape and was soft custard at best. Flavor, eh, I think I've had better. We decided to address the second bartender. He was great, brought us a new flan, that one was soupy too, so he took care of it for us. In a situation like that, I'd rather have a manager tell me the flan (or any other dish) just isn't up to their standards to serve, because hey, stuff happens - that never should have been allowed to leave the kitchen, especially twice. Overall, not sure what all the hype is about...
(2)Sara P.
Great birthday dinner last night with a good friend. Shared a huge cast iron pan of delicious and plentiful palella, along with various tapas, and finished off with glasses of champagne and a molten chocolate cake. Great service and experience overall! We will definitely return in the future for other special meals.
(5)Jacqueline C.
I am always so impressed with the service here (I fell like the food doesn't even need a review since it goes without saying that it is awesome). I've been a number of times since it's near my apartment, and every time, I leave completely satisfied with the experience. Whether it's a planned group dinner or a spontaneous stop after a walk, this place gets it right, always. I'll focus on my most recent visit: A group of about 12-15 of us went here for a friend's birthday. A reservation was made, of course, but the birthday girl really wanted to sit by the fireplace. Unfortunately it is first come, first serve -- we were told. However, upon arriving for dinner, we were all escorted back to the fireplace seating area where everything was ready for us. I don't know if this was planned and they always intended to give us this section or if it just sort of worked out, either way, the birthday girl was very pleased. Once we were seated and everyone was taken care of, the waitress actually made a point to ask if anyone in the group had food allergies! WHAT!? This never happens. As a foodie with a food allergy, I can tell you, tapas dining can be a bit difficult to navigate, especially with a large group. But they were completely and unbelievably accommodating to me and the other girl with food allergies. Not only would she tell us what we could and couldn't eat whenever a new dish came out, but if something came out that one (or both) of us couldn't eat, they would bring an alternate version that we could. Amazing! Never have I ever...we were just so blown away. Throughout the evening they continued to take such good care of us, so good in fact you start to feel like the only people in the whole place. Now that's service. I it's not just this last visit. It really is above and beyond every time. Without exxageration. Every. Time. This will continue to be my go-to place for spontaneous dinner adventures with my friends, planned group events and entertaining my out-of-town guests. Kudos Barcelona. Kudos.
(5)Lindsey H.
The cool kids rave about this place. It's so packed on a Saturday night that I can't even hear myself think. The environment is VERY loud. So my girlfriends think food is great and wanted to take me there for my birthday. I don't have the heart to tell them how much I didn't like it. All I saw was pickled meats, cheeses,and produce with over toasted bread. I just ate when I got home. Oh, and make reservations ahead of time. There's no way you're just walking in without waiting at least an hour. Service: very nice and pleasant Environment: loud and uncomfortable, but you'll be seen Food: pickled and not impressive Sorry cool kids.
(1)Kelly Z.
Yum! I had the pleasure of enjoying my Wednesday before Turkey day here and this place was packed. Reservations were easy through their website and we were seated within the first five minutes of arrival. Dark wood, low lighting, huge central bar, and wine flowing everywhere. this would be an awesome date spot. They were offering a 6 for $46 but me and the boy werent very hungry Let me just say that the service here is awesome! Our waitress was the perfect blend of hands off and attentive. Different servers brought us our food and all were friendly. We started with a pitcher of the red wine sangria, which i thought tasted like a big jug of hawaiian punch but who doesnt love spiked hawaiian punch? Great deal at 24 dollars. Food: Patatas bravas- so many tapas places just don't know how to fry a potato anymore but these are perfectly cooked and the sauce is smoky and the perfect complement. Hanger steak- chewy, small serving. The marinade and the sauce was good but I probably wouldn't get this again. Mussels- these were really salty, typical mussels, tomato, crusty bread..nothing special. Overall, great ambience and service, I'll definitely be back to try some more tapas. Also, every time I drive by this place it looks packed so make a reservation!
(4)LeRue C.
Barcelona Atlanta is the one of the reasons that I live in Atlanta. While it is still the south and we have a long way to progress, I can honestly say the Atlanta restaurant scene continually impresses. I am thankful for trying out BA on a Monday night, exactly on it's seventh day of being opened. I arrived and my friend was waiting for me at the packed bar. It was like a Friday night in there. BA interior is absolutely beautiful. The wood throughout is amazing and you can tell that there was a ton of work involved in making this a lasting and memorable experience for patrons. The art is pretty cool too. All the men were sporting a beard for Movember, and I have to say that they were wearing them well. It was sexy lumberjack central at BA. Allie our server was really funny. The poor thing gave really long spill about the restaurant and how the menu worked. I was tired for her. We ended up ordering a few tapas and some wine. The wine list is extensive and I was a kid in a candy store. I LOVE RED WINE. The Rioja, can't recall the name and the Cab blend that my friend ordered were incredible. The tapas on the other hand were pretty good. The hanger steak was flavorful but tough. The chicken empanada that came with a nice guacamole which was tasty. I didn't try the beef empanada but he seemed to enjoy it. The people next to us were eating what appeared to be a traditional Paella and it must have been good because they didn't leave a morsel on the plate. The tapas portions are quite small for the $8-10 price point. BA is no Eclipse Di Luna. This place is all about the ambiance, service, and the wine. BA is definitely experiencing opening pains but they are doing an excellent job. They are still in the over deliver phase which is good. I think four different people came to our table about six times total in the hour plus that we were there. I didn't mind because as I mentioned before, the sexy lumberjacks were not hard on the eyes. All in all, BA is a beautiful experience that all of Atlanta wine and food connoisseurs will enjoy.
(4)Maya C.
This is my roommates favorite place to take visitors. I've always found the staff to be great. They can always point me to a red wine that I'll love. My favorite small plates are the ones involving salami.
(4)Kim N.
Brunch was delicious and price was reasonable. 1/2 off most bottles of wine on Sunday starting at 12:30 pm :) - Steak & eggs - skirt steak, chimichurri, 2 eggs, grits or potatoes - flavor was really good, my steak was cooked to the perfect temperature - Barcelona benedict - pretty good. Morcilla is spanish blood sausage just fyi - Churros w/ spiced hot chocolate sauce - loved the sauce, didn't really like the churros... they seemed kinda burnt & was coated with way too much sugar/cinnamon They serve bread & olive oil while you wait for your food, which was absolutely delicious! Service was alright... the place was pretty busy so it's somewhat understandable. Very pet-friendly, which is great! Barcelona offers complimentary valet parking. Bf and I got there by walking through the BeltLine Eastside Trail.
(4)Steven G.
We drive by this place all the time and thought we should eventually try it. I should have sold some plasma first...Barcelona Atlanta is not cheap and the portions are small. YES, I've heard of those things called 'tapas' and I know those places are generally expensive. And YES, I understand the pricy nature of the neighborhood and the motif of the place. With that said, the food was very good, the service was pretty damn awesome and the beer tasted cold. That's a winner in my book! We had a group of 4 and were seated promptly. The waiter was f'n Johnny-On-The-Spot the whole time, keeping our glasses full, chatting us up and recommending dishes. Speaking of food, we did the Empanadas, Ham & Cheese Croquetas, Herbed Goat Cheese & Mushrooms and the Crispy Calamari. ALL WINNERS! Like I said, the food is good. We destroyed this tiny meal in no time. We were only there for a light bite and some drinks so we did not sample any of the entrees. Although, I'm sure they are fabulous as well. This place is slamming on the weekends and is fairly loud, be prepared. They have a really nice deck area and I can see us hitting this place up again after the cold blows away.
(4)Kendra S.
Was looking so forward to celebrating a special occasion here with friends...could not have had a worse experience. From the once over I got from the host when asking for a table..."it'll be over an hour" (with empty tables all over), the experience only got worse with the horrific service from our bartender (short man with red beard)...he was rude, spent most of his time ignoring us, and sarcastically asked us if "we wanted him to get a manager" when it took us over 15 minutes to get our check. What a horrible place that led to a great group of people going to a neighboring restaurant for dinner. Make sure that if you go there, you are prepared to act pretentious to get some attention, or else you will be ignored and treated terribly. I'll make sure to tell all my friends to skip this place for any one of the other amazing places atlanta has to offer. Check yourself, Barcelona wine bar...your entire atmosphere was atrocious.
(1)McCall D.
You can find good food in most Atlanta neighborhoods, but you don't always get the premium service you get a Barcelona. A one drink and a few tapas night turned into cocktails, tapas, a bottle of champagne, and dessert. We were enjoying ourselves so thoroughly we couldn't leave after just one drink. Table favorites: The Bourbon Spice Rack, Papas Bravas, and crêpes. We loved the service from Jared, Sam, Manny, and Emily! We will be back and we will tell others to join. Keep up the great work!
(5)Rahi R.
Service sucks
(2)Bryan S.
Hadn't even been seated and the staff had brought 4... 5 complimentary trays of tapas around for those waiting, as well as two trays of sangria. Extremely hospitable. Amazing food. Half priced bottles on Mondays makes it a go-to. On busier days you have to buy a drink at the bar before they'll seat you. (I've heard the portions are getting smaller, but this isn't a rumors review)
(5)Tina T.
I absolutely adore this place. When I first discovered this place, I kept going and spending all my money there for the first 3 months. Hiiiiiighly recommend the Salvaje Mixed Grill which has Morcilla, Duck leg, and San Sebastian Gaucho and is meant for 2 people (or 1 really hungry person). ONE more thing, almost forgot. Definitely try the Flan. My favorite thing there. LOOOOve it.
(5)Kelsey H.
My best friend and i stumbled into Barcelona yesterday, very hung over from adventures in ATL on Friday. We were greeted by Cory, who was, hands down, amazing. He had awesome recommendations and made the experience perfect. Food was phenomenal. Environment was great. Eye candy.... On point. sexy man with the dreads.... I see you ;)
(5)Heather D.
This place is amazing!! I am visiting from Philly and I could not be happier. Lauda was amazing on helping choose a wine, Jared was a great server, the manager was amazing, brought the Chef out who is a Philly guy to say hi... This was an all around fantastic experience. Amazing wine selection... I was ready to choose and thought lets leave it up to the experts and so glad I did. Fantastic tapas, the ceviche to the hanger steak, simple elegant and the taste was out of this world. Barcelona more than lived up to their reputation any time I an in Hotlanta this is on my list!!!!
(5)Chamstar C.
Great restaurant. The food is delicious, especially the whipped sheep cheese (favorite thing on the menu). Great atmosphere, service, and management. This place is a favorite date night place.
(5)Mark A.
Barcelona really is one of those restaurants that are perfect to meet up with friends at to enjoy food, cocktails, and conversation. It's nice to order a variety of tapas between friends and share and then order more of what's most popular. Also, although I've had better paella, Barcelona's is actually quite good and most likely the best you are going to find in Atlanta. Between the wine selection and specialty cocktails, it's hard to go wrong with drinks. The atmosphere is enjoyable and the patio is a great amenity. The one thing that really sets this restaurant apart, though, is the staff. In my experiences dining here, they have always been extremely friendly, willing to go above and beyond, offer great recommendations, and really create and all-around wonderful dining experience.
(5)Need F.
It was very nice the food was very good every dish that came to the table. The steak was the best I've had in a very long time. I highly recommend this restaurant, from valet to bar to dinner table.
(5)Keja J.
I came to this place for brunch yesterday. Let me first start by saying that this is a place meant for drinking mainly wines. They have an extensive wine menu which is great if you are a wine drinker. As far as food there are not entrees just tapas, sides and meat and cheese options. The brunch menu is not extensive at all only about 8 options or so. I had the lobster Benedict which was pretty good. I did like the fact that one of my eggs was not runny the way it should have been. I told my waiter once I saw her again when she came to ask how was our meal, she had said she could have had it redone for me but to be honest we hardly saw her and I told her that and she apologized b/c they had her working like 3 sections. it wasn't overly crowed, but for them to have her working outside (where we were) then inside at the bar and another section really hurt they service that we received. We probably saw about 4 different servers at our table. And although everyone was pleasant even when we sent my dates entree back b/c he had the 3 little pigs which btw weren't 3 little pigs just a sausage sandwich that said it had a fried egg but it had a sunny side up egg and he doesn't like those, so they were nice enough to make it over. All in all it was an OK experience our service is what suffered the most. i do feel they could have had more brunch options available. And if you are not in to eating a lot of meat such as pork or beef then this may not be the place for you. I wanted to try a cheese dish but they all had some type of pork or beef with it and so I had to pass. There were a couple of seafood options but not many. So once again great to probably go to for some wine and tapas but not a place to have a dinner/lunch or brunch in my opinion.
(3)Whitney H.
Still not the best.... I went on a date here two weekends ago. (My date said he's heard about the place from his boss and wanted to try it out) Once again the food was delicious but took some time getting to us. I told my date to "make sure" to make a reservation or we would be waiting over 2 hours and the bar area id too crowded. Note: he did ask for an inside reservation, We got there and were greeted rather abruptly. We explained to the hostess we had a reservation even though she did not hesitate to tell us there was a 90 min wait. She asked us to wait for moment and then 5 minutes later said the only thing they had available was a "warm seat outside." (That's crazy- what's the point of a reservation at Barcelona- clearly it means nothing.) Well, it was windy and my hair was all over the place. The heaters are not conducive for extreme wind. We had three waiters-not sure why that's necessary. I wish it could have been a better experience this time.
(2)Vishal P.
Come early or make a reservation! This place gets busy! The resultant is big and the service is friendly. A nice selection of wines. I love their Tapas! Great place for a date, a night out, a quiet meal, or just trying something different!
(4)Lindsey E.
Whoa! What an awesome place. I went here for Valentine's Day and fell in love. Great drinks, great food, great service. We arrived on time(ish) for our reservation and they were packed. There were several groups standing around waiting for tables but the staff handled it with expertise by walking through with complimentary tapas and sangria to make the wait less painful. We ended up waiting about 25 min- not too bad for V-day in Atlanta. Once we were seated, the service didnt stop. Our server was awesome and didnt seem at all overwhelmed with the packed tables. She was also super helpful with recommending a wine and answering all of our questions. I ordered the spinach chick-pea casserole, brussel sprouts and mushrooms. They were all great. The mushrooms were the best I've ever had. The prices are right on par with any other tapas place I've been to in Atlanta but the food just seems to be a bit higher quality than say, Noche or Loca Luna. I also appreciated that they can accomodate vegetarians/vegans without any drama. The atmosphere is very busy but they have an outdoor seating area if you dont want to feel "closed in". We sat inside because it was freezing but I hear the patio is heated as well. The interior is beautiful and thoughtfully designed/layed out. Just a great place over all. This will be definitely be added to our rotation of date night spots.
(5)Leah D.
A 5 star rating is few and far between in my book, but Barcelona may be a new favorite in my world of Atlanta foodie goodness. Atmosphere is a crowded, NY style feel where the table on either side can hear your conversations as much as you can hear theirs and nobody cares. Very hipster, but people look and smell nice. Great wine selection from all over the world. We ordered a bottle, and our server, Aaron was really knowledgeable and helpful. We trusted him to select our tapas for the evening since it was our first time and we felt adventurous. Next we shared some sweet paprika pork rhines? The ham and cheese croquetas were amazing! We had mushrooms with goat cheese and then the grilled hangar steak. All the tapas were unique and perfectly plated and prepared. The manager came by to ensure we had an amazing evening, we did. We finished our bottle of wine by a wood fire outside and even though it was drizzling, it was a nice romantic spot. Already trying to convince others to go back with me!
(5)Eric G.
What can I say I am a fan of this place too. Love the service and the food. Their Chicken entrée is excellent along with their many tapas plates. My friends are a fan of their wine selections. Looking forward to their next establishment to open across the street from Barcelona. Parking is a breeze. If you come with a group ask to sit away from the bar or you wont be able to hear each ether as it can be very loud.
(4)Sarah C.
Not that impressed. The appetizers were ok, the paella was bland. The service felt rushed and inauthentic. I would come here for a glass of wine and maybe nibble on a cheese or two.
(2)La C.
Barcelona Wine Bar & Restaurant is a favorite in Atlanta. The dinner menu food is always top notch as well as the wine. Although there are several things this restaurant could do better, the food and the wine is so good that it is worth going back . . . frequently. Pros: Waiters' Knowledgable: The waiters' know the dishes on the menu well. And even better, they know the wine on the menu, how to describe it, and what it goes well with. Quality of the Food and Wine on the Dinner Menu: I can't remember a time I've been disappointed with a dish or bottle of wine that I've ordered at Barcelona. Dining Room Atmosphere: The dining room is a relaxing yet upbeat place to have a hearty dinner with a group of friends or a cozy dinner with a loved one! Parking: $2 valet. It's worth it! Cons: -Bad with Reservations: I have never been seated at, or ever near, my reservation time at Barcelona on a Friday or Saturday night, whether I'm with a large or small party. In fact, I have never waited less than 45 minutes to get seated, even with a reservation. And as some other customers have pointed out, the hostess is never apologetic about the wait. For this reason, I will rarely go here on a weekend night. Reservations and just walking in on a weekend night, however, tends to be fine. -Loud Atmosphere in Bar Area: If you are hoping to have a conversation with others at your dinner table, pray that you are seated in the dining room and not in the bar area. However, if you're just out for a drink and don't hope to have a lot of conversation, the bar area is fun! -Bad Brunch: I hate to say anything bad about the food at Barcelona, I really do; however, I have tried brunch here now three times, and each time it has been extremely disappointing. So disappointing that I will never return here for brunch. Some Favorite Dishes: -Bacon Wrapped Date over Sherry -Meatballs -Calamari -Cauliflower You truly can't go wrong with anything item on the dinner menu!
(4)Joyous S.
Average experience each time I visited (met up with girlfriends a couple of times) ....food is good if you like Spanish inspired tapas...I did like the outdoor seating and atmosphere ...valet is good service as well!
(3)Lucy P.
I was very pleasantly surprised with our trip to Barcelona. We live in Chicago and were visiting friends in Atlanta. We went here on a Thursday night. Both my husband and I are vegetarians and usually we find the options at Tapas places lacking, but we decided to give it a whirl. Vegetarians fear not! We were very pleasantly surprised. Their menu has a lot of vegetarian options that don't seem like afterthoughts. Everything we had I thought was delicious with the exception of the paella. It was just a little too smoky for my taste. It wasn't bad, but it just wasn't my favorite. When our waiter asked if everything was good, we just mentioned that it wasn't really our favorite, and without hesitation or even us asking he took it off our bill...we didn't even say it was bad, just not our favorite. I could see how it would be a little loud, but we didn't sit over by the bar so it was a little quieter. But really I don't have any complaints. The food was delicious, our waiter Billy (there was a second one too...but Billy's name is on the bill) was delightful. I don't have a single complaint. I'm so incredibly happy we decided to give it a try! If you want to give it a try and hate crowds, you can try a weeknight.....
(5)Shana B.
Love this place. Great food. Delicious drinks. Cozy atmosphere. Great for a date night or hanging out with a group of friends. Very nice outdoor patio area with heated lamps, a fireplace, plus they give you blankets. We were very impressed! Since its a tapas restaurant, we ordered the chicken and the beef empanadas and a mushroom and goat cheese dish. I prefer the beef over the chicken but both were very good. It was my first time tasting the mushrooms and goat cheese and it was pretty good as well. For drinks, would recommend the sangria or choosing a wine from their extensive wine list. Best part of the night was hearing L. Knight playing amazing music. Overall, my friends and I had a wonderful time. The only small critique is that the restaurant felt a little tight at times but it was pretty busy when we were there.
(4)Maria R.
I love this place! I've driven here twice from two hours away and it's been more than worth it. The food is outrageously delicious (if you like steak you HAVE to try the churrasco...) and the service is absolutely top-notch. If you're not sure what to order, talk to the waiters--they're very knowledgeable about the menu and will help you find dishes that will appeal to you. I would highly recommend making reservations if you're going for dinner, because this place gets packed on the weekends!
(5)Jenna M.
The atmosphere here is amazing. It is a high energy spot with great decor. Not only that, but the tapas are delish! The servers have a pretty good grasp on the menu and always have great recommendations. Furthermore, the wine list is great. I do not like the brunch here as much as dinner, but I highly recommend it! P.S. I love the bathroom decor (just a side note)
(4)Miss M.
Ecco is my favorite restaurant...I think Barcelona has changed that. The staff aims to please and the food is amazing. It was a cool night and our server offered me a blanket- how sweet! I love the olives and the Malbec selection!!! I ordered the snapper it was fab...the edamame side could've been better. I've had the crepes and gluten free chocolate cake (different visits) and they were both awesome.
(5)Brittiany M.
LOVE this place! Though I am sad that Zyma closed, Barcelona exceeded my expectations. Every Tapa we ordered was amazing !!! The wine list was refreshing and our Server was very knowledgeable about the list. I can't wait to go back when it is warm outside so I can sit on the beautiful patio. The Wine Flight is well worth it and make sure you try out the Organic Greens salad...YUMMY! Barcelona was packed on a Tuesday night. Way to go for a new restaurant!
(4)Candace M.
I have been here during lunch and for dinner on a weekend. On the weekends, this place gets packed so either get your name on the list and find something to do for a while or get there early. The food is good there. Not the very best that I have had but pretty good. The cabbage is OK. I am a fan of cabbage and it is different how they cook it but it was a little too sweet and after a while I was tired of the taste of it. I really like that they walk around with samples while you wait for your table that was a major plus. I had a great time and overall the food was good.
(4)Kathryn H.
I have to give them 5 stars. The cocktails here are amazing. I normally don't order specialty drinks because they are too sweet, but not at Barcelona. They are perfect!! The food is delicious. You can even close your eyes and point at something on the menu, and feel confident you'll enjoy every bite! To wrap it all up...the atmosphere is relaxed on one side of the restaurant and lively near the bar. No matter what mood you are in they have a spot to for you. At the end of the evening you'll return home and feel as though you've been on a fun adventure experiencing a different culture.
(5)Lee C.
The food is good and the atmosphere is very nice. The service is hit or miss. I'm a northerner so it's difficult to disappoint me where service is concerned, but Barcelona feels like a TGI Friday's, not a 50$ brunch place. Staff seem arrogant - it's a cool decor and in a nice neighborhood - but get over it. We did have one very nice server. The rest were either inexperienced or feeling great about the restaurant. There are four of us, food service was alright. Some awkwardness ensued as servers try to fit dishes on the table, no big deal. Our server is clearly not having a good day, but so far nothing to complain about. After brunch the wives ask for crepes and we all order coffee. The server lingers at for a moment looking annoyed and then things go downhill Server: "Are you ordering dessert?" Me: "Yes, we'll have the crepes. Thanks." Server: "OK. You didn't say anything." Me: "Yes we did." Here's a tip - never argue with customers. I'm not into getting the last word but this was so in-your-face rude that I couldn't let it pass. My friend's pregnant wife asks about decaf tea - the server looks irritated and responds "Earl Gray". We ask a different server (who was very nice) and she brings the tea box that contains several decaf varieties. Another rude encounter that I won't go into. Manager was courteous as we leave but I notice the evil eye as we are walking down the sidewalk.
(2)Donald H.
Really wanted to give these guys a 5 start rating but couldn't due to the following...Weekends are really busy for them and there are inconsistencies with tapas dishes. I didn't grade them too harshly as I'm sure the volume of dishes served is immense. Besides that, the atmosphere is a mix of local 20 somethings and middle aged patrons. The drinks flow and due to the small amount of space behind the bar, the bar keeps are always on the move.
(4)Elliott I.
Service, wait staff, everyone is exceptional. And the menu is incredible! Harold is the man!
(5)Jie Y.
This is the best tapa place in Atlanta. Our waitress is really nice. The tapas are great. It's noisy but all tapa places are noisy. The paella is just OK, the portion is really large. They are really busy, so make a reservation in advance.
(5)Alex S.
They have such amazing service all the while being busy as all get out!!! Also I love that they have a 2 man system with their waitstaff :)
(5)Ebeni p.
I finally made it to Barcelona to see what's all the hype is about and I'm glad I came. The food was AMAZING, plenty of different signature dishes to choose from and the wine list was beyond my expectation. My husband and I went on a Sunday around 6:30 pm, it wasn't overly crowded, the waiters were friendly we received our food and drinks within 15 minutes. I will be back!
(4)Leslie G.
This is my favorite restaurant in Atlanta! The wine selection is amazing. I was given the wrong wine (a rosé instead of the red I ordered) by accident & wasn't going to say anything. My friend mentioned it to our server who came back with an even better red than I ordered! Divine. Such customer service! I sampled a ton of tapas which we shared - and every single thing was amazingly flavored. I love the atmosphere- kinda has the old rustic Pottery Barn feel mixed with dim lighting & a modern flare. I love this plce & go there every chance I get. Some friends from out of town visited this weekend & I sent them by & they were equally impressed! Barcelona gets my top recommendation anytime!
(5)Alexandra A.
I completely enjoyed my experience here. I loved everything. The waiter was great (loved the wine he recommended) and the food was awesome. The ambience of the restaurant is good, I bet it gets better as the week progresses (I went on a Monday). Can't wait to go back!!
(5)Hieu H.
Great drinking spot in Inman Park, though it can get very loud and packed. Definitely try to get a reservation on busy nights. Love the decor. A pitcher of Sangria is a steal at just 23 bucks. great tapas! Standouts include: - Potatas Bravas -Roasted Garlic Bulbs - Chorizo with Sweet & Sour Figs - BEST DISH!! - Albondigas - meatballs in tomato sauce -Homemade empanadas -Mussels al Diablo
(3)Bethany B.
So glad I gave this place another try. Went in tonight and had an amazing meal! The ribeye was a highlight! And the desserts were impeccable.... Can't say enough about the food and the service was completely on point. Andrea was amazing, always available without being intrusive. I am so excited to go back again, and visit their new establishment Bartaco. Thank you Mike, Andrea, and Sean... You have earned a customer for life
(5)Sol A.
I can only comment on the beverages of this place as I didn't have food while I was here (will come back for sure and make an addendum about that). The thing I remember the most about this place it's their atmosphere, casual, relax and really inviting. I ordered a glass of wine and it tasted really good. The servers are very friendly and help you decide if you are new to the restaurant. I meet one of the owners when my friend was making a reservation for her anniversary and he was really cordial and friendly.
(4)Arika S.
Really great spot - service was good, food was good, and the location is great! It was a bit crowded and we had to wait despite having a reservation so that's the only downfall. I recommend the lamb chops, hanger steak!, sauteed kale, mushrooms & herb goat cheese!, and calamari. The eggplant was just okay and the bacon wrapped date was served a bit awkwardly with only one date.. it was good, but I don't recommend it for a group. Overall, highly recommend this spot.
(4)Chris H.
I decided to bring my spicy Peruvian girl friend to this well liked Spanish tapas place. Truth be told, my first visit here was less than stellar. The owner and managers reached out to me to give them another shot after my critical Yelp review. I finally obliged on Saturday. The place was jammin as per usual but the manager Sean (who impressed my Latin hottie with his Castilian Spanish) got us a fantastic table in the middle of the restaurant. Our waitress was Sarah and she was fast, knowledgeable, and very personable. She started us out with some killer Muscato which the wine steward came to our table to discuss briefly. I decided to really test these guys out by ordering six different tapas and every one of them was spot on! Our hands down fav was the chorizo with figs in the balsamic reduction. Coming in Second were the chicken empanadas. They were cooked perfectly and the chicken filling was seasoned perfectly. Coming in a close third were the roasted veggies with a pimento sauce that made me almost lick the plate. The mushrooms swimming in a balsamic reduction with a dollop of goat cheese was delish. The olive tapas was really good since there were olives I have never seen nor tasted before. Finally the fish cheeks were good. But the pièce de résistance were the churros with dark chocolate dipping sauce...Hay Caramba were these bad boys good! The only negative part of the experience was the low class lady sitting beside me who kept complaining about how bland this dish or that dish was. One of the managers kept bending over backwards to make her happy and let her try different dishes. Most places would've have given up on her after the first complaint. Far be it from me to criticize anyone that complains but she seemed to be taking advantage of the good will of the establishment. Even after they didn't charge her for the dishes she wasn't happy with, she was very unappreciative. I hope she reads this review and goes to McDonald's next time. We will be back in the near future and recommend others looking for a cool tapas place in an awesome neighborhood to check them out.
(4)Billy H.
Barcelona has quickly become my favorite restaurant in Atlanta. Not one of my favorites, my absolute favorite. It's one of the few restaurants in Atlanta where you'll find a diverse mix of people, excellent service, delicious food, great drinks and perfect ambience. It really has a special energy that you don't find at other restaurants. I promise I'm not getting paid to say this. I've only been with groups and we always start with pitcher of Sangria which is delicious and cheap considering it's $26 but you get about 8 drinks out of it. I definitely recommend sharing a bunch of different tapas, cheese plate and the Parrillada which is steak, chicken, sausage and pork. The crepes for dessert are amazing. I can't wait to return and try more tapas and drinks. This is truly a special gem in Atlanta.
(5)Justin S.
I come here often. Thursday evening is my favorite because there is a live jazz band in the bar. Most of the tapas are very good; some favorites would be the grilled quail (the best), smoked octopus, charred broccoli, lamb chop, beef empanadas, and whatever fresh whole fish they have for the evening (the red snapper for example, is delicious). The cheeses are excellent, and wine selection extensive. If you want to sample several before deciding on a glass, they will accommodate. It can't always be said about establishments in Atlanta, but their staff--particularly at the bar, hostess staff, and manager--are outstanding and get to know their customers quickly. As a businessman, the only thing Barcelona could do better is have more bar seating, as while large, it is still a significant bottleneck to revenue maximization. But this is the nerd in me talking. Cheers, and enjoy.
(5)Victoria P.
I returned to Barcelona - this time with just one guest and we were seated outside. It was a Thursday evening and as usual, the restaurant was packed - but we were not crowded. It was comfortable. As usual Sean (I spelt it correctly this time....) was a charming host - one of the best I have experienced in the city. Did I ever mention the seafood paella at Barcelona? It is untouchable Myyyyy goodness! Totally don't-talk-to-me-while-I'm-eating D I V I N E! ! Our server was attentive and gave us good suggestions for our wine pairing. I do not recall the name of the wine - but I know it was Spanish and it complimented the drunken goat cheese dish very well. For dessert, I tried the Crepas Salguero which was naughty enough to make me blush.
(4)Mike P.
Great Place. Perfect for a date and they know what they are doing with food. We went for tasting party so we didn't order off the menu. I want to return with friends and really explore the menu.
(4)Anthony L.
The tapas here is always great and the service is some of the best in the city. If you get a chance to visit make a reservation for the outside fireplace seating... Sexy Sexy
(3)Michelle E.
Weekday lunch. Caipirinha. Multiple small plates, shared with a friend: beet salad, jamon Serrano, assorted cheeses including manchego, spinach/chickpea casserole, egg/potato tortilla, meatballs, fresh/crusty bread. A little bit of everything so as not to fill up on anything in particular.
(4)Dalton S.
EXCELLENT WINE! IMPECCABLE WAITSTAFF! Mediocre food. I've been here multiple times because of the service and the wine selection. I also enjoy sitting out on the patio and people watching, but, don't expect a culinary explosion. The food is just meh. You go here for the wine and atmosphere. It's dog friendly.
(3)Thai N.
With six guys, there were plenty of dishes ordered: - Jamon Serrano (One of my favorites) - Jà mon Iberico de Bellota - Caña de Oveja - 6-Month Aged Manchego - Mahon - Manchego + Jamon Croquettes (One of my favorites) - Grilled Hanger Steak (One of my favorites) - Pulpo Gallego - Chorizo + Sweet-Sour Figs - Crispy Cauliflower (One of my favorites) - Gambas al Ajillo - Pan Roasted Venison - Spinach-Chickpea Cazuela (One of my least favorites) - Mariscos Paella (My least favorite) - Salvaje Paella (Did not try, but was ordered for the table) Most of the dishes were good, but not quite as great as the one's called out in the list above. I was looking forward to the Mariscos paella - particularly since it takes quite a while to make and I haven't had it in a very long time. I was a bit disappointed with the paella. I thought it was far too salty. Squeezing the lemons didn't help. Although the grilled shrimp was very tender and perfectly cooked. Great service given we kept ordering food. For many of the above, we ordered seconds. Would definitely come back for the tapas, but not so much for the paella.
(3)William L.
Ruined my 30th birthday We went here at 9:45 with a 9:30 reservation. Not until we were seated were we informed the kitchen was closed and only tapas were available. THIS is not what I wanted. You are a late night restaurant most restaurants serve a filling menu until 10. The server was unable to say what time full dinner is Served. I will not get into the unacceptable service and quite frankly mediocre food my real beef is listed above
(1)Jamie P.
I had a rather enjoyable experience. There's such a variety of flavors, mainly tapas, on the menu! You definitely won't get bored. The dessert was delicious too, very rich. I was there on a Wednesday and it was packed, so don't be surprised if it's full of like-minded patrons. The tables are kind of small, so you're only served two dishes at a time. This setup seems to be part of the overall feel too. It keeps the conversation and food flowing. It also encourages you to share your food and try lots of different things. The staff was friendly and, above all, very knowledgeable about their dishes (of which there are many!).
(4)Christina K.
I ventured over to Barcelona (finally after a gazillion years on my bookmark) a few weeknights ago for a late birthday celebration. I highly suggest following your GPS because there is a sign on the restaurant front, but it's in bronze against a dark wall with little light on the street so it could be very, very easy to drive by. There is street parking on 2 sides of the restaurant and a parking deck right across the side street, but when I asked the valet attendant, he kindly told me that I could park in the garage for free. Awesome! Seating was quickly, I had beaten the majority of Atlantans who were still stuck in rainy traffic. I was greeted by a server right away with water and had time to peruse through the menu. Once my friend got there, the other server (our section had 2 people working it) came over and explained the menu. Based on his suggestion of 2-3 tapas per person, we met in the middle and ordered 5: -Crispy calamari: (5/5) I really liked this dish, it was perfectly done. The calamari was tender, yet cooked all the way without the extra chewiness. -Fish plancha (2/5): I understand that this is a tapas place, but you should stay away from this dish as it is itty, bitty, tiny and not in a cute way. It was one of the smallest fillets I have ever seen, been served and eaten in about 3 bites. Save yourself the $9.50 and go ahead and order the whole fish instead, you will be happier. -Piquillo Peppers (4/5): I have to admit, I was not looking forward to this because of it was peppers and everyone's spicy level is different. However, these peppers are not spicy at all and are stuffed with goat cheese, thanks for our server for recommending them! - gamabas (3/5) shrimp in a garlic sauce. Although I love shrimp, the portion did not match the price tag of $9.50 as the shrimp was flavorful, but very tiny. -Albondigas (5/5) these were amazing little meatballs with veal, beef and pork in a zesty tomato sauce. Get them, they are good! - Caponata (4.5/5) a purried eggplant dish that was really flavorful. I love how eggplant, when done right, is almost "meaty" and they did this right here. It definitely showed some Moorish influences with the spices. However, it is served at room temp and would have been better served hot. During our meal, the restaurant went from quiet to extremely LOUD once full. The whole restaurant is wood and glass, so that made the noise level even louder. If you are going here on a date, try hitting it before everyone comes out if you want to be able to hear your dinner mate unless you are talented at reading lips. The servers were pretty good at walking by and checking in on us and it seemed like the restaurant worked as a team in that anyone walking by and seeing an empty glass would reach over for the pitcher for a refill. When we were gathering up our things, 2-3 servers said thank you and bye which was really nice!
(3)Martha K.
Such great food! I went there for dinner with 2 friends of mine on a week night and it was still packed out. So the host told us to wait by the bar- which had no room at all. The restaurant is a tight cozy squeeze but it's a warm vibe. Our wait was about maybe 20-25 minutes long. Once we got seated we tried a few wines with their extensive wine list. The waitress was pretty helpful and we ordered a bottle to start off our dinner. Our MASSIVE dinner. We started off with some meat and cheese of our server's choice/recommendation. Which was all so good. Then my friend ordered 14-16 plates of food. No, this isn't exaggerated. Mainly all tapas but we had 3 entree plates as well. There isn't anything that I wouldn't recommend. It was all so delicious, you can't go wrong with anything on that menu! 100% go there. Get some wine have some great food with friends. It's worth it if you've never been. I'll add pictures of all the plates we ate :)
(5)Alysha K.
Every time I have the opportunity to visit Atlanta I always make sure my boyfriend and I visit Barcelona. We were very pleased to see the menu had changed and was offering nearly 15 new menus items for our eager mouths to choose from. The food never disappoints, as usual. We were even welcomed back by the Manager, Brad. The wait time can be a little tricky as this is a very popular place to eat (but for good reason). I definitely suggest in making a reservation, however if you don't mind waiting, then it's not too bad. The service is usually fabulous, however this last time we went it seemed like our table was on the back burner and we had to ask every time we wanted refills and to have our plates changed. Yet, all other times the serving has been impeccable! I recommend this place to everyone. Whether you're going on a date or family is in town, Barcelona never fails to impress.
(5)Tessa B.
Went here for dinner last night and sat at the bar. It takes 5+ minutes to wave down a bartender with a sour look on her face, which is why I knocked off a star. However, the food and wine was delicious. We ordered the hanger steak, potatas bravas, seared tuna, and the crispy cabbage. The kitchen was out of the cabbage, and we mentioned an older menu item, mushrooms and goat cheese. Heather took our request back to the kitchen and came out with a custom mushroom and goat cheese concoction which paired perfectly with the steak. Big thumbs up to Heather, and round of applause for the other bartender who made us blow job shots ;)
(4)Giselle B.
I really like it here! Great, attentive staff, and wonderful food. Sit outside to people watch if you can!
(4)Tonia C.
Amazing atmosphere. Manager and servers were. Very nice. I think something happened though because we waited about 20 mins between half of our dishes. The waiter asked how everything was and we informed him we were still waiting on half. He then had them out promptly and apologized. :) As you can see from my pictures the food was amazing, especially the white sangria and churros.
(4)Molly C.
This was our third time to dine at Barcelona and again we were not disappointed! My one complaint about Barcelona (and the reason I deducted one star from my rating) is the wait time even when you have a reservation. We had a party of 8 and a 9 pm reservation, but weren't seated until 10 pm. On another visit we had a large party and a reservation, and were not seated for 2 hours. Both times, however, management was very generous in providing the table with multiple free tapas dishes. If you have a large party, then go in with the expectation that you will be seated later than your reservation. Barcelona is always packed and standing room by the bar is at a premium. Many patrons have to spill out the front door onto the sidewalk while waiting for their tables. After waiting for an hour past our reservation time, we were seated outside (in January). Luckily there are tons of heaters and blankets for guests to drape over their legs, otherwise it would have been absurd that they were seating so many people outside. If you are going to eat here in the winter, wear some layers in case you get seated outside Now on to the food! I apologize for the lack of pictures, but we were with a large group and I was afraid of being judged. Everything was absolutely delicious, per usual. The bread baskets came out piping hot, flaky and light. We quickly started ordering tapas and they came out in rapid succession. Meat and cheese plates, albondigas (meatballs), calimari, manchego and jamon croquettes (one of my favorites), mushrooms and herbed goat cheese, potato tortilla, patatas bravas, Brussels sprouts (highly recommend), butternut squash (excellent), braised short ribs. For dessert we had the churros (amazing) and the dulce de leche crepes. There was not a bad dish in the bunch! Bar service was a tad slow, so seize the opportunity to order a drink even if you aren't ready. We received a lot of free dishes due to excessive wait time, but the final bill split between 4 couples (including food and drinks) was only $55 pre tip per couple! I definitely recommend a visit to this amazing restaurant!
(4)Empress A.
I just absolutely adore this place so much. I have never been dissatisfied when coming here. I love their tapas menu. There are many things and interesting ingredient combos on the menu that I've never had before. Some I like, some I don't, and some I just don't eat (beef or pork). Service is always excellent, Tim was awesome but Doug is the man too! Great atmosphere, good company, nice crowd. Great wine selection. Jep would pick out the best wines for me, based on what I was into that night. Anyway I'm going on and on... This place is awesome! Ps. Be Nice
(5)Biss E.
FOOD Chorizo + figs: Delicious and filling. Get this. Patatas bravas: Basic dish--potatoes with mayo and tomato sauce. Up to you. Red snapper (plancha): Smaller dish with light flavors. Up to you. Crispy cauliflower: The sauce is great. Get this. Hangar steak: Great truffle sauce; small dish. Get this. Steak paillard: Citrusy with potato crisps. Up to you. Croquettes: Creamy inside, crispy outside. Get this. Mushrooms + goat cheese: Flavorful mushrooms, cheese is strong. Up to you. OTHER Wait time on Saturday @ 5:45pm: none. Service: Good. Valet: Good.
(4)Helen K.
Loved this place! Located in N. Highlands near my favs of Sotto Sotto and Fritti, this place offers complimentary valet. Atmosphere was great. If you want a little mellower vibe to talk, sit outdoors but the inside was perfect for a friday night. It was very lively. We had a group of 6 in our table and was seated right away with our reservation. We ordered 6 tapas dishes and shared 2 person paella, along with a pitcher of sangria. The tapas came out right away and we were very pleased with the service. The staff was very well trained and had great team work that would always refill water, change out to clean plates, and always asking if we needed anything. I give a thumbs up for the staff, especially when the environment is little loud and chaotic. On to the food, bread was always fresh and hot and the olive oil was delicious that no pepper nor vignette was needed. Churizo and fig was as good as the reviews but the flavor of the figs were not my favorite. Calamari was surprisingly very good. Not overcooked or chewy and had a great flavor with a pinch of salt. Beef empanadas was delicious but my favorite had to be the ribeye special that they had! So juicy and tender with excellent seasoning. Potato was okay but a good filler and my friends enjoyed the kebobs, but personally i do not enjoy too herby dishes. Just to warn you, theses are small tapas so we devoured amongst the 6 of us pretty quickly. We sipped on our sangria afterwards. White traditional was what we ordered and wish it was mixed little better as all the sweetness was on the bottom of the pitcher, but regardless it was pretty tasty. Then our entree came out. As hungry as we were, we were disappointed at the size of the 2 person dish and thought to ourselves that we should have ordered a bigger size but it was still perfect to give us room for desserts. Seafood in the paella was delicious! So fresh and cooked just right. Needless to say it was gone in minutes and our paella cravings were fulfilled. Then the finale, we ordered churros and crepas for dessert. Churros was sort of a let down since the chocolate didnt have the sweetness that we were looking for. But the crepas was perfect both visually and taste. Inside they had these chunks of caramel that you cant help to fall in love with! Overall, great place! I did want to note couple of observations that did concern me. This place seemed to have no ac? Just fans so it was a bit warm inside. Also, as i walked past the hall to go to the ladies room, the cured meat station was visible and umm... i wouldnt order the meat anyways but i saw a fly perched on one of the meat... this should be addressed. Lastly, paella was delicious but be ready to drop $25 per person... which seema little high.
(4)Nina P.
Love the tapas, and the attentive staff. There were not many options on the dessert menu. The dining room was very crowded and noisy.
(4)Steve M.
I have been here at least three times and every time I get a bit more impressed. Best Spanish food in Atlanta. Staff awesome.
(5)Brandon Y.
this the best place i have been in Atlanta for tapas in my opinion. They have really great cocktails, and the serving staff is on spot. Id make reservations if you plan to go on the weekend or some weeknights.
(5)Jessica D.
Foodie time, and my friend suggested coming here since it's been on his to-go list for a while. Tried to make a reservation for 8pm, but the restaurant was booked until 10:45. However, they told me that they reserve random tables for walk-ins, so we decided to tried our luck. Our group came in around 7:30 and was seated immediately on the heated, outdoor patio (otherwise, our wait was one hour +). There was a heat lamp for every two tables (but every table was covered) and complimentary blankets on every chair, which is great or else I would have frozen out there. The menu is split into three main categories - meats and cheeses, tapas, and entrees. Entrees take about half an hour to prepare, so if there's anything of interest to you, place these orders first. Between all of us in the group, if I remember correctly, we had: Complimentary bread with olive oil MEATS AND CHEESES - Jamon Serrano - Speck - Valdeon TAPAS - Caldo de pollo (soup) - Spinach-Chickpea Cazuela - Short rib - Duck fat potatoes - Butternut squash ENTREES - Paella Mariscos - Chicken Pimentos DESSERT - Churros Y (dark) Chocolate Of everything we had, I'd definitely recommend both entrees -- they are worth the wait! The short rib and duck fat potatoes are also good. Outdoor seating is definitely a lot quieter than inside the restaurant. Parking is valet with a $2 minimum. Essentially, the valet guys explained that the restaurant keeps the first $2 from tip and the rest goes to them. They were quite careful around corners and speed bumps, which I greatly appreciated. Overall, excellent service, food was good, etc. but I'm not much of a tapas person.. so I couldn't give this place a "Yay! I'm a fan" 4-star rating.
(3)Felipe V.
1. Reservations are useless 2. This place is literally a a mix of a Spanish tapas restaurant, Bagatelle in New York and Houston's. 3. Reread #2 because its essential. 4. Sadly disappointed. 5. Sad to say I will keep coming, but that's a reflection on the current restaurant/bar scene in Atlanta not the quality of Barcelona.
(1)Rhiannon H.
Excellent place for larger groups to split small portions (tapas). Fairly intimate setting and on the nicer side. I definitely recommend getting the chef's selection board to start (make sure you get the pickled vegetables and aged manchego) and also get the zucchini and crispy cabbage for tapas (excellent choices for the vegetarians). ALSO must get the $30 bottle of rose! So delicious
(4)Rashida C.
Tapas tapas, taste a little order a lata! I dined here Sunday night and the atmosphere was romantic. I ordered SEVERAL items on the menu that didn't contain meat and most of items were good! The chickpea and spinach dish and potato quesadilla were my favorites! The chickpeas were cooked to perfection, still solid but soft enough to bite into with ease and they were moist! They were also flavorful! On to the potato quesadilla! Sooooo good! I ordered 3! The homemade sour cream with chives was the perfect topping. The wine selection here was also wonderful! There was something for everyone on the menu. Both wines that I had were new to me and I enjoyed them both. My server was not so friendly nor attentive but whatever.
(3)A C.
People dress up to go to Barcelona, but you can come casual! It's fun, the service and food are both EXCELLENT, however keep in mind it's VERY crowded on the weekends. If you make a reservation be prepared to wait. If you don't make a reservation you will wait longer, it's a popular place!! Its worth the wait people! The tapas are pricey but yummy and if you dont like tapas the parrilllada is delicious and plenty (so nothing like the tapas). The charcuterie and cheese... delicious! The wine list is LONG and very good. The location and restaurant feel are perfect for a date but it's loud. The bar is a great place to meet and pick up people. I have been coming for years and I have to say I really like this place, the managers do a great job at keeping the standard of quality and service. Good job!
(5)Gaurav K.
If I could give a half star, I would. This rating is not for the food, the food was decent enough to taste. This rating is only for the service. A few friends and I went for dinner on a friday night. We were seated about ten minutes after our reservation. Our server was completely disinterested. He barely took our order, while he was tapping his pen on his pad which suggested he was in a hurry, and that it wasn't worth the time to wait on us properly. Unfortunately though, that was better than the management decided to treat us. Management told our server not to serve 4 of the people in my group any drinks, cause they were too drunk. This was our start to the night. None of us had any alcohol to drink, and when we asked management for an explanation, their attempt at an explanation was laughable. In the end they apologized for their mistake, but by then our mood was spoilt and appetite diminished. If you deny someone alcohol, you better have a good reason to. The management at Barcelona did not. All we got was "someone saw someone in this group drunk". If a hunch was all it took to deny alcohol, I feel like there was a double standard. Cause as we were being denied alcohol for being too drunk, we saw a couple of patrons walk out and stumble to the ground, clearly inebriated beyond their capacity to walk and function coherently. The whole night left a sour taste in my mouth. I've heard complaints from many people that staff at Barcelona comes off as pretentious. I was able to see it first hand, and it has convinced me never to go back again.
(1)Kyra M.
If you live in Atlanta you have probably had your fair share of tapas places. This one however, is in a class of it's very own. I am ashamed to say that I am just now giving it a go. My husband allowed me to choose a place to celebrate his 30th birthday and I am glad I made reservations here. Our reservation was for 8:00pm on a Saturday but we didn't make it until 8:15 due to spending to much time getting fly for the night. The place was packed and the hostess asked us to go to the bar and wait. We waited in a very crowded, elegant bar for 10 minutes. The seating style is European style so I was uncomfortably close to my neighbors table. However, after the bottle we finished of the french wine, (combo of Merlot, Cab and Shiraz) I didn't care much. We ordered the mixed grill named Barcelona and potatoes which were awesome. That meat platter was enough to feed 4 people. The NY strip was overcooked for my medium standard. The server was quick and so was the food. We spent $100.00 but I had no regrets!
(4)Emma F.
This is my current favorite restaurant in Atlanta and our go to date night for special occasions. Now, I admit, I'm of Spanish decent and grew up eating Spanish food in Miami and Spain. So, for that reason, I am predisposed to love a good Spanish restaurant. On the other hand, this makes it incredibly difficult for me to find a restaurant I love which meets my expectations. Barcelona does it, and in spades. Wine: Starting with what I love most about Spanish food lol. They have an enormous wine list with some great wines by the glass as well as a plethora of excellent Spanish wines by the bottle. They even have a variety of Vega Sicilia wines. They also have mixed drinks and a full bar so you won't leave thirsty. Atmosphere: Very comfortable, casual and upscale all at the same time. This is the kind of place you can go to in Jeans and a nice top or get decked out dressed to the nines and still feel comfortable going to. The bar and patio feel more casual than the tables inside but the relaxed feel permeates the whole restaurant. Service: The waiters here have always been seriously friendly. They have a system where you get served by two people which at first seemed a bit odd but has really worked out well as we've been back again and again. Food: Ok, here's why I love them... The food tastes like it did in Spain and dishes which we didn't have in Spain had flavors which would be familiar enough to any Spaniard to be called Spanish. There is no higher praise I can give them. Here's what we've had: Paella De Mariscos: Awesome, best Paella outside of Spain, even better than a couple we had in Spain (I'm looking at you restaurante balcon de europa in Nerja!) Seafood is perfectly cooked and the rice had the nice crispy bits at the bottom. That said, the portion on this is HUGE. It says for two people but I'm not kidding, it would easily feed 4 as an entree. Morcilla: You can ask for the morcilla as an app and I recommend that you do. It has a fantastic texture and flavor that any lover of a good blood sausage would greatly enjoy. It's so rich and creamy it almost approaches a French boudin noir in texture but with all the flavor of the traditional morcilla. Morcilla and Fried eggs: This was/is on their brunch menu and was amazing. The perfect breakfast. I could eat it every day. If Don Quixote had eaten this instead of his Duelos y quebrantos he would have won the fight against the windmills, I'm just saying. Crispy Pig Ears: Remove any notion you have about pig ears being dog food, that's silly and stupid. These little babies are the potato chips of the gods. Thinly sliced, tender pig ears deep fried and sprinkled with a lightly pickled onion garnish. Like dying and going to pig heaven. Pulpo: I love pulpo when it's done right and I hate it when it's not. Seriously, I go from rapturous pleasure to heaving. This is of the rapturous variety. Warm Potato Tortilla: Like mom made it, except with an awesome sauce accompanying it and they serve it hot not room temp as I'm used to. Gazpacho: This was an odd version of gazpacho, more like a tomato sauce than a soup. Delicious, but not what I or anyone else really would expect. Mushrooms and Herbed Goat Cheese: Heaven in a little plate. I love veggies and mushrooms in particular are a fave. These are so good that the goat cheese really isn't even necessary. What makes this dish really is the wine sauce they cook the mushrooms in, so good. Grilled Lamb Chops: This was good but not the best lamb chops I've ever had. A bit tougher than I would have preferred. Flavors were dead on though. Churros: These were real churros, none of your boxed crap here. Extruded into oil, fried on site, served with thick chocolate churro awesomeness. One odd thing was that the chocolate was spicy. I am a churro purist, this was not appreciated. Hubby on the other hand loved it. So I'm really just being a snob here. Note: Their menu rotates quite a bit and it's possible that when you go, none of these things will be on the menu. What I will say in way of advice for those looking to make ordering decisions. Look for things which are more in the traditional vein. They really seem to do these dishes well. That said, you really can't go wrong, I haven't had a single thing here I wish I hadn't, even the gazpacho, which was a bit odd, was tasty. So order with abandon and if at all possible, sit outside. Last time we were there we saw a police run down a perp on foot and arrest him not a block away. You never know what you're gonna see!
(5)Julie V.
We arrived to a prospect 1.5 hour wait. However; we were catered to complimentary sangria and prosciutto appetizer and staff that was all smiles. Plus, we were seated before the hour. The food was absolutely delicious!!! The cocktails caipirinha could have been better. We had another cant remember the name but is similar to a mojito but with a kick and that was goood! Tapas Eggplant Beef empanadas Calamari Potato brava Pork ear fries ( sounds disgusting but omg this was delicious) We are definitely going back this time with some friends! You will not be disappointed! We ordered some 4-5 more tapas all was great but gave it 4 instead of 5 stars bc there was a bit of lag receiving the last two tapas. We were so full that it worked out perfectly but I believe somewhere along the line the two tapas were missed by the bell bc everything came out back to back. It was a crazy busy night so this small hiccup was no big deal. All else was fantastic! Pictures attached. We had the chimichurri steak and lamb chops on 2nd visit. Not so impressed with these. Tried the pomegranate salad and that was very good. Out second visit fairly early in the night about 9:30 they were out of bread which goes perfect with the eggplant dish and out of the pig ear fries :( so sad that night!
(4)Jenny T.
My friends from town brought me here and it was pretty awesome. We parked some blocks out by the skate park. Came on a Thursday night and were able to get seated pretty much immediately. The whole restaurant was pretty loud, and it was very dimly lit, but enough to admire the decor. The device was great--very personal, very engaging and very quick and informative, too! The seats are super high up which is interesting. So we were in an elevated booth. The pitcher of sangria we got was awesome. For $25, it was a pretty good deal. Tasted delicious. We also got a couple tapas: - cod croquettes: crispy on the outside, super moist and soft on the inside. Kind of like a twice baked potato... Except with a deep fried outside. I think the fishy taste was a little too much for me - cauliflower kumquat salad: amazing. Reminded me a little of cole slaw, but less crunchy. just very thinly sliced cauliflower with a light sauce and pieces of kumquat that went well with it all. - beet salad: I've had a little better. I know the less is more concept, bit I would've liked there to be more flavor on the beets. Cooked well, though. All in all a great spot. Going to try the one in DC
(4)Susan H.
Meh... Now they have all female bartenders, not really what it was when it opened. Used to be fun with DJs and now it's a bunch of average folks working behind the bar. We like looking at pretty people behind bar. And... Food was average for being pretty expensive. Meh... Just meh.
(3)Preeti M.
DJ on Saturday nights is the best! Plays a variety of music and having a DJ at a wine bar by itself was a happy surprise. We had a blast. My friends and I were a little disappointed to see the crowded had thinned out by midnight which is strange because we would expect it to get more crowded as the night went on. We arrived around 10:30 and it was packed - lucky to get a table right near the bar section. Wine and service was great, will definitely come back on a weekend night to enjoy the entire evening (with hopefully a crowd that sticks!).
(5)Kristen H.
FIVE STARS. Furreal. This is the best service I've ever had. I made a reservation for my husband's 30th birthday on a Thursday night. We arrived a bit early and I was afraid we would have to wait, but nope! They wished him a happy birthday as soon as I gave them my name and sat us. The manager took us to our table and introduced himself. He even gave us his card and told us about their taco place on the Westside. Told us to drop his name over there. He was fabulous. It was just beginning to get chilly when we went, so when we were seated outside, I was worried. No need to worry: fire, heaters, and BLANKETS. It was amazing. I was even offered an extra blanket, but I was perfectly comfortable with just one. This was both of our first times, so our main server (main because we had two servers plus the manager who stopped by at least three times) explained the menu and recommended his top favorite dishes. We ordered: house cured olives roasted garlic bulbs - These were good, but tricky to eat. We probably wouldn't order them again. summer sausage - I think it was the Picante. It was spicy, but was served with grapes, which were surprisingly the perfect compliment to the heat. chorizo and sweet-sour figs - Very good! meatballs (Albondigas) - Our second favorite dish. grilled hanger steak - Would order ten plates of this next time. So delicious! This was almost too much food for the two of us, so you could get away with ordering less. We also ordered two cocktails each, which were fabulous. They were served by the bartender who made sure we were satisfied with our order. Then we were served TWO complimentary birthday desserts (the chocolate cake and the crepes) plus champagne complete with a Russian toast from our server. Again, FABULOUS experience. The best thing: the bill was around $80, which I thought very reasonable for such an amazing experience plus four drinks and lots of food. The only negatives I can muster: there was a wait for the bathroom because they only have a few singular WCs. I could see this being a problem on a really busy night. If you've never been, trying to find the place is a little difficult as the sign isn't very big. There's valet, but we drove past it and ended up paying to park in a different lot. We sat outside, which seemed to be roomier than the inside. The tables inside were very close together. This wouldn't bother me, but might be an issue for some people. I highly recommend.
(5)Shaye B.
Barcelona is a great time. The food is delicious and the wine menu is fun - Spanish options, mixed with some South American choices. If coming Thursday thru Saturday after 7 a reservation is recommended if your party is more than 2 or if you'd like to eat prior to 9! This place always has a lot going on! To be honest I showed up at 8 on a Wednesday with a friend and we didn't get a table til about 9:30. However the bar at this place is awesome and when it's packed there are plenty of free tapas being passed around (typically less sold vegetarian dishes which is great for variety - I've received the patats brazas and the chickpea casserole on separate occasions). Regardless, food is great and since it's tapas, it's as expensive as you want it to be. I am a huge fan of the manchego jamon croquettes here. Just 5 balls of deep friend cheese and ham with a creamy aioli! The calamari and meatballs are great too. Meat and cheese plates here are also worth looking into. After that I like to mix it up a bit and pick a new meat dish to accompany those choices. So the place misses a star on service and mainly geared towards the bar. It's just so slow! I'd like to enjoy some wine with my tapas please! The drink service runs significantly slower than the food service and honestly the place loses money over it. If done right the first glass of wine comes out asap so you order a second after the first tapa/meat and cheese! Regardless the wine here is great and it's worth the wait but it can take a little away from the experience! To counter the negative though - the place does a great job accommodating taste tests of the glass offerings! I highly recommend this place for group dates/girls nights out or if you can manage to get there a little earlier in the night, just a nice date night works too!
(4)Nilka G.
One of the best restaurants in Atlanta ! The service here is class A!!!!!!!!!! Food was amazing !
(5)Kellie T.
Barcelona never lets me down. I thought their dinner menu was good, and then I went for lunch the other day and thought it warranted a review. They're really doing everything right here, from the ambience, to the staff, and most importantly - the menu. I sat outside and sipped on the Barcelona Gintonic and then enjoyed some ceviche in the spring sunshine. One of the best lunch spots in Atlanta, in my humble opinion. :]
(5)Debo R.
Great experience! The drinks were great! The service superb! The Manager came by and talk with us to make sure we had a great time!
(5)Ray M.
I loved this place ! The sangria was delicious. I had two of them in fact.I enjoyed the calamari it was fresh and perfectly cooked. My bff loved the beef she said it was tender, perfectly seasoned and burst in your mouth with flavor. I didn't care for the fig and chorizo it was not worth 10 bucks. Please make reservation or u will be watching other people eat. I will be back.
(4)Priti J.
I went to Barcelona with my husband on new years day. I have to say it was an amazing experience and a good pick by my husband. It is said that "the more you eat New Year's Day the more you prosper!" So we decided to order lots of food! Meat+ cheese: Jamon Serrano - 5 stars Salchicon de Vic - 5 stars Finocchiona - 5 stars Tapas: Spicy Eggplant Caponata: 3. 5 stars. Not exactly what I expected but was not bad. Charred Broccoli: This was a boms. 5 stars. Roasted Garlic Bulbs: 2 stars. Wont order again. Paella: We ordered Mariscos: 4.5 stars. It was delicious. Dessert: I got Flan Catalan: 5 stars. Best flan I ever had. Must try! My husband had: Warm Chocolate Hazelnut Indulgence - I am not a chocolate fan but my husband loved it! 5 stars.
(5)LaÃza B.
I really liked this place. Great food, service and location. I love how pet friendly they are. My dog was allowed at the patio, and the server brought him treat and a bowl of water. Super sweet and polite staff. I will def be a regular :)
(5)Marjan D.
I loved the atmosphere at Barcelona. It is very modern and trendy with a really cool wrap-around patio. Tapas are delicious and perfect for sharing.
(5)Catera W.
I had a Gr8 time with Lyds- thats my friend btw. Gr8 selection of wines. A patron at the bar brought me a Bourbon Spice Rack with was really good. I do recommend you give it a try. I also saw the bar tender make several Whiskey Roots, something I would like to try next time around. FYI tappas are REALLY small portions.
(4)Lia P.
If this review was just for the paella they would get a solid 5 stars. It's hard to find a place that does paella right but they do it. If you care about soccarat (aka the crunchy stuff on the bottom of the pan) when you eat paella, then come here. It was also loaded with tasty sausage including my favorite kind- blood sausage! There were also chickpeas in there which was interesting. It's definitely a pretty restaurant and a very BUSY restaurant. The staff there seemed overwhelmed and everything took just a bit longer than one would like. I don't mean the paella, that understandably takes time. But I ordered sangria and that took awhile. I was sitting outside though, maybe it was an area far away from the bar. We had two servers assigned to us and it wasn't always easy flagging one of them down. Our girl server was friendly but unfortunately not super well versed on the menu items. She had to go check on what a couple things were in the paella and sangria. This isn't a cheap restaurant so a little more polish would be appreciated. In addition to the paella we had a meat and cheese plate which was pretty tasty. I wasn't left with a desire to come running back, but I would go again. Especially if I wanted tapas or paella.
(3)DpursuitisReal L.
I've been here a few times and my experience is ALWAYS the same- fun-filled day/night with charismatic people that either came with me or I met while visiting here. Wine selection is #AwesomeSauce bartenders are attentive and creative (If needed) despite all of the hoopla that's going on. The energy is always on 10 UNLESS it's an easy brunch Sunday and even then you feel like doing something devious. Love this place makes me feel like I'm pretending to be a grown-up which is delicious at my age. #DPursuitIsReal #TellingYouWhatIThink
(4)Andy K.
If you're looking for tapas, look no further. However, one of the first things that caught my attention was the extensive wine list. Although my party didn't order any alcohol, the wine list here is great and they also have cocktails, beer, and pitchers of Sangria. Now onto the tapas--we had the grilled quail breast and grilled lamb chops. The grilled lamb chops were okay. I wasn't crazy about the Romesco sauce (although it probably was very healthy) that it came with but the meat itself was juicy. The quail was a lot better in my opinion. It was just as juicy and also came with a more delicious, sweeter sauce. On top of that, we had the grilled Churrasco, a flank steak dish--yes, we were carnivores that night--along with sweet potato French fries. Now the meat was cooked to medium-rare, but the dish fell a little short of okay. It didn't taste like that great a cut. Although I was not too impressed with my most recent visit, I was thoroughly impressed during my first visit where I had some of the other tapas.
(4)Molly M.
I adore the atmosphere! This used to be my all time favorite, but the food quality consistency had taken a nose dive. The wine list is excellent. Choices are limited if you avoid pork.
(3)Danielle C.
Why not 5 stars? The only reason I am to giving this experience 3 stars is because of the reservation process. I made a reservation for 14 people... no problem! I show up on a Monday night (half of bottle night which I did not know about) 10 mins early. I was told by the host that I could not be seated until my entire party of there. I was not told this in my original reservation call but I said okay, I will wait. The bar was full so I waited outside; about 30 mins later, 2/3 of my party had arrived; I go back in to let the host know that the other 2 people are on their way but it was hot so we wondering if we could be seated; he rudely told me that the reservation was only held for 10 mins after the time and that they were now breaking up our table and that the whole party had to be present. Well, in true Atlanta fashion, they got stuck behind a wreck on 285... so we waited... and waited. Patrons passed us and joked how they had finished their meal and we were still waiting. No one came outside to check on us, I had to keep going in and asking if we could be seated; I finally got another host who then decided to put us in for a table; The place is now packed and we have to wait once again.. we heard excuses from they are cleaning the table now to we are waiting on a party to vacate a table big enough for us. We were seated after WAITING for 2 HOURS with no apology from the host (who seemed like the shift manager). We would have left but nowhere else was open on a Monday night at 9:25pm in the area. The redeeming quality? I told our waitress what had happened and within 10 minutes, we had 5 appetizers on the table for our wait. That being said, for large groups they offer an $35 menu where each person pays 35 and you get unlimited tapas from the menu. EVERYTHING was AH-MAZING. The food and service from our waitress was so amazing I would go back. Just next time I wish I would have been told of this reservation policy and the host could have been kinder and maybe even apologized.
(3)K L J.
Wife Jackie and friends Vitali and Paula and I enjoyed a great evening here. Kind of loud, but after a settling-in period, it was easy to communicate, and the boisterous bistro atmosphere added to the enjoyment. Service was great, with the staff effortlessly and apparently happily backstopping each other the entire time we were there. And my theory about tapas (spending more generally means adding interesting taste "notes") was clearly validated here. Albondigas - OK, have had better, but very competent. Lamb chops - excellent, but pricey. Kale - who knew kale could be crispy, delicate and this wonderful? Get this. Chorizo with figs - O M G, one of the stars. GET THIS. Hanger steak - good, but I didn't find it as wonderful as other posters. Beef tongue - excellent, paired with green beans. This will make you puzzle about why Americans don't eat beef tongue all the time. Broccoli - good, but skimpy for the dollar spent. Quail - Teeny, expensive, but GET THIS. Lightly smoky, tender, perfectly done, with absolutely amazing spices. WOW. Chocolate Indulgence dessert - nah. Save yourself for Dairy Queen. Lots of good food, lots of fun, lots of yakking, lots of everything. Oh - a little hard to figure out where the restaurant is. I didn't see the word "Barcelona" anywhere on the street except for in the small valet parking sign. Valet parking is free, suggest a $3 - 5 tip. Nice, apparently conscientious people working the lot. Go there. With friends. (Make reservations early, even a couple of days early!)
(4)Julie C.
Remarkably great service for as busy as they are--and the food is all HOT and very tasty. We found that everything needed a little salt--but that was okay. The big loaf of french bread was almost too hot to handle. The Red sangria with small green apple nuggets was just right--not too sweet or laden with mushy berries. We foolishly ordered the meat plate at the end--my suggestion is to START with this if you have hungry men with you and then get order more tapas. We had the cabbage, zucchini, jamon & cheese, fried green tomatoes (only thing we ordered that lacked depth and flavor), hanger steak (with a delish sauce that had a hint of truffle oil in it), corn off the cob, potato gratin (so so on flavor--I'd add bacon or top with cilantro or green onions to liven up that dish), and oysters. It was a lot of food for five diners, but we enjoyed every bite and will be heating up items from the meat plate for lunch!
(5)Abhi K.
We did the 6 tapas for $48 deal. Our server was really nice and let us pretty much pick the tapas we wanted, even though it was supposed to be chef's choice. We picked the lamb chops and the hangar steak (the two expensive items on the menu...not by accident!). Between those two, I actually recommend the hangar steak far more than the lamb chops. Not that the lamb chops were bad, they just weren't worth the list price of $14. We also had the chicken croquettes (GREAT), chorizo and figs (GREAT), mushrooms and goat cheese (OK, not spectacular), and grilled broccoli (probably included to balance out all of the more expensive items on our list). It happened to be a Sunday, which is half-price wine. Everything was very good. We spent about $30-$40/pp (can't remember exactly), but I think for the amount of food and a bottle of wine, it was totally worth it. Also, it is worth nothing that all the servers who came by our table were very attentive with water, taking our orders, bring a bowl of water for the dog, making conversation, etc. It was a great experience.
(4)Adrienne B.
This place took me back to our honeymoon! I really liked their plates and the options they had. A lot of them were very much like the "real thing". I will say their Cava is the bet in town. I hate that we're moving to Charlotte because I will miss this place.
(5)Rick F.
I struggled with giving 5 stars! Usually when I visit a chain restaurant it loses a star right off the bat! I had to revaluate my system, great time with great friends, great atmosphere, great service, great decor, great wine. Overall one of my better more entertaining restaurants in ATL. I've been twice so here goes the review! Sunday-half price bottles of wine, awesome! Pig roast ordered by the person 1, 2,3 etc.... Seafood Paella was excellent! Oxtail, flank steak, shrimp, ceviche, pumpkin and ham and cheese croquettes all amazing! Thursday-Seafood Paella, flank steak, cauliflower, brussel sprouts, ceviche. The manager was great brought over as selection of Spain's famous jamon, salumi's on the house, martini's, Rioja, and Sangria. It doesn't get any better than this!
(5)R B.
Great selection of tapas. I had dessert, crepas. Delicious! Vibrant crowd. Courteous staff. Late hours. Our server was Jeff. Excellent!
(4)Joanne B.
Absolutely always on! The best place to hit Atlanta, I would anticipate one day off after the dozen times I have gone but never! It gets a five and if you haven't been go go go!
(5)Jerry T.
I enjoyed the food and the outside sitting area. It is a really cool spot and I would recommend getting there early. I could easily make this a weekly spot to hang out with friends. The owner was awesome too! Finally, write a quick review on their survey cards and you get free apps next time you go.
(4)E L.
I've been here two more times (again for brunch and again for dinner) and I've really come around to it. For one thing, it was fabulous that they were open during Snowpocalpyse. For another thing, their food seems to have improved in quality. Their benedict (with serrano ham!) was delicious. Everything I already loved about it I still love, but now I like the food a little better . . . enough so that this is definitely 4 stars.
(4)Pratik S.
We went to Barcelona to celebrate a friend's birthday with a group of 8 people. The restaurant looks amazing on the inside and out. There is a fire place on the outdoor patio and the bar is very nice. I am normally not a fan of "trendy / see and be seen" types of places...but I really liked the atmosphere here. They offer complementary tapas while you wait for your table, which was great since we had to wait for over an hour past our reservation time to be seated. They seemed really busy and the hostess apologized several times for out wait. The manager immediately came to our table as soon as we were seated to apologize and offer complementary drinks for the wait. He also offered a set price dinner of $25 that included an unlimited amount of their most popular tapas, and for $35 it would include cured meats and cheeses. This was great as the menu is pretty big and we didn't have to decide what we wanted. We also told him we had a vegetarian in the group and they said they would bring out plenty of options for her. I can't remember everything that was brought to the table, but there was not one item I disliked. I do remember liking the chorizo and figs, empanadas, meatballs in tomato sauce, hanger steak, Brussels sprouts, and the chickpea puree. The service was great and they kept bringing out more and more food...although I think this was to compensate for the long wait we had. I normally not a huge fan of tapas restaurants as I don't get enough to eat and think the portion sizes are too small, but this was not the case at all. We also tried several of the wines the waiter recommended and they were great. I really liked Barcelona and can't wait to come back, although I will probably come back on a weeknight to avoid the crowds. I would have given 4 stars but we did have to wait for over an hour past our reservation for our table and service at the bar was very slow.
(3)Steve L.
Service, 6 stars Food, 5 stars Atmosphere, 5 stars Filled with beautiful people, 5 stars If you're like me, and ALWAYS have food envy, tapas is the way to go. Sharing is caring in my book. Barcelona makes it very easy to have a great time. What set this experience apart for me was the service. We had two waiters, tag teaming the outside section. Help, a refill, or a passing joke, were never more then a minute away, The food was above average, but the service took the meal to a whole new level. We tried bunch of tapas and meats/cheeses. The standouts were definitely the Honey glazed cabbage, the garlic shrimp, and the steak (flank?) tapas. The food came out as it was ready, so I got to focus all of my attention on one dish at a time. The Paeila looked amazing as well, but that will have to be saved for the next trip.
(5)Matt B.
This tapas bar/restaurant is definitely a cool place to bring a date or a group of friends. It's got a nice layout and décor and the staff is friendly, even taking drink orders and offering free tapas samples last night to those waiting outside in the cold for a table. It's popular so if you plan to go on a weekend evening, make reservations. They feature a wide variety of tapas and an extensive wine/drinks menu. I went with a large party so we tried quite a few different dishes. Some of our favorites were the patatas gravas (spicy potatos very similar to those served at Eclipse di Luna), the chicken empanadas, the chorizo with sweet and sour figs, the ham and cheese croquetas, and the roasted garlic bulbs. Less impressive was the hanger steak and the beef empanadas. Also, if any of you are caipirnha fans like me, they make a pretty good one. For the uninitiated, it's a Brazilian cocktail made with sugar cane rum, sugar, and lime served with plenty of ice. They're very sweet and pack a decent punch. Next time you're around Inman Park, give this place a try.
(4)Jenny L.
(Problem #1-Parking) Our work people happened to be in Decatur area and someone told us to visit here for great food. Parking was a headache. Everyone seemed to be parking on the street so i circled around the block 4 times and saw no valet sign on the main street for the restaurant. So i thought that there was no valet service and that they had no parking lot. Finally gave up and pulled into a street on the side of the restaurant and there it was, the valet stand! I wasn't sure if valet was complimentary because the valet stand just indicated "valet" for Barcelona. There was no telling if there were any charges for valet or if it was complimentary. But I wasn't about to circle the block 5 more times so i gave my car to the valet. This would be problematic for first timers like myself in an area that I wasn't familiar with. (Problem #2-Seating) I went here with 5 other very hungry co-workers on a Saturday night. I didn't think there would a table for us immediately and expected to wait. To my amazement, they sat us right away at a tiny round table right next to the kitchen and server's area. Not ideal for a big party. I would have preferred to wait a little to get seated at a bigger table so that we weren't sitting elbow to elbow and having our purses knocked around by anyone and everyone going in and out of the kitchen. If the host would have asked us if we prefer a bigger seating area with a little bit of wait, I think all of us would have gladly waited around. (Problem #3-Untrained server) For drinks, our table ordered a couple of beers, sweet tea, glass of wine, jack & coke, and buttery nipple. Server brought us unsweet tea, severely cracked beer glass that no one noticed but no flaws escape my eyes. We asked for another glass and they gave us another free beer on the house. Too bad a fly decided to take a bath in the new beer glass. What a waste of 2 beers. Server did not seem to even know what buttery nipple was but she took the order without asking any questions. Guess what? I never got my buttery nipple. Server completely forgot and I wasn't going to remind her. She brought us unsweet tea. I couldn't get a hold of the server for the next 20 minutes as she had gone missing in action at other tables. I just grabbed the food runner and asked him to bring some sweetener. I got tired of stirring sugar into each glass so i dumped 5 packs of Splenda into the carafe and stirred it with a butter knife. How stupid did i look? Simply because the server accidentally brought us unsweet tea. And this is just with our drink orders. (Problem #4-Food) We ordered about 8 tapas dishes and 2 orders of paella. $38 for 2 orders of paella....too pricey for my taste buds but who cares? It was going to be on company's dime so why not? I am not a fan of paella because it reminds me of a wet seafood fried rice but i know what a good paella is supposed to taste like. This paella had plenty of seafood on top but when i dug into it to serve it to people, the rice underneath was crisp and stuck on the pan. Great, instead of a wet seafood fried rice, we got a crispy overcooked seafood fried rice. No one at the table was impressed. I ordered a few vegetable tapas plates and was not impressed. Brussel sprouts were burnt black and swimming in oil (kinda defeats the purpose of ordering a vegetable dish for health), spinach and chick peas had a cheap miso paste taste to it that i did not care for, and potato dish was just sitting on top of mayo and ketchup with cayenne pepper sprinkled on top. How creative? Mushroom & goat cheese had not much of a taste, skirt steak was just about the only thing that actually had somewhat of a flavor but it was rather dry and overcooked. Perhaps the kitchen chef likes to let dishes sit for too long over fire and throws in basic ingredients just for the sake of color. Out of 8 dishes, you would expect at least a few to taste good. Every dish was a fail. Manager emailed me after reading my review and asked us to come back to dine on the house. At least the manager is doing a great job monitoring online reviews and i was pleasantly surprised. Oh wait, there was one tasty thing! The churro with chocolate dipping sauce for dessert. If I'm ever in the mood for a homemade churro and i happened to be in Inman Park (probably never), then maybe a future visit is in the stars. But if you like to sip on 50% off wine while sitting next to a giant outdoor fireplace with someone you are meeting for the first time, this may be a great place for you. After all, many people frequent places for ambiance and atmosphere.
(1)Ceaira W.
The restaurant had an awesome ambiance and the decor was appropriate for the theme that they were going for. The only complaint that I had was the kitchen was a wee bit slow, but the service was spectacular!! I would recommend anyone going and trying the mimosa or the white sangria! Delish!!
(4)Liz K.
First off, AMAZING atmosphere! The ambiance and vibes of this restaurant truly made my experience there much more pleasant. It was a bit chilly outside but we decided to dine outdoors anyway... covered with blankets, surrounded by heatlamps, and being seated next to the fireplace helped me not shiver to death. After a few rounds of sangria I was warmed up. Ordered tons of food! All were a decent portion to share with my other 3 friends. Spinach & chickpea casserole was amazinggg, as well all the other dishes we ordered: ham & cheese croquetas (can't ever go wrong with those), grilled hanger steak (cooked medium/well), Albondigas, chorizo, homemade chicken empandas, calamari, and topped it all off with a huge pan of paella at the end. My server forgot a couple orders (1 potato & 1 beef empanada) but graciously took off the other order of emapandas we had earlier. We were stuffed by the end of the night! Definitely looking forward to my next visit here.
(4)Lucy W.
Where ya going ? Barcelona! (lyric from a song from the Sondheim musical Company) Returned here for a proper dinner on the dining room side of the restaurant, which is slightly quieter than the more bustling bar side of the restaurant. they still have wonderful service despite having a very busy bar and full dining room since opening in October. Tried the paella (for 2, with our table of 4, was plenty & we're healthy eaters), along with a few protein-heavy tapas. I almost licked the plate holding the pork cheeks with Mahon grits....swoon, but sadly it was a special and not a regular item on the menu. The paella was the star of the show...giant pan of generous portions, lots of clams and mussels, though only slightly seared and crunchy- traditionally the rice at the bottom of the pan forms a bit more of a crust but I'm being nitpicky here...it was very flavorful and delicious. Also a highlight of the meal was the bucket of warm sugared churros, accompanied with chili chocolate dipping sauce....heavenly.
(5)Laurie H.
We went to Barcelona on Friday night around 6:30, we had no reservations. We sat in the bar and ordered a couple of the tapas: trout and salmon. The presentation was ok, not what I expected for the price. The piece of trout was TINY, but tasted good. The salmon was pretty good, but again quite small. I know it's tapas, but geez come on. So, we decided to order paella for two. I did not like it, I've eaten paella in Spain. I'm not an expert on paella, but I just think it was too much rice and not enough of the mussels, clams and shrimp. It was "shrimp" paella. There were two shimp (heads on like in Spain) that looked huge. One was bad (mushy inside and tasted funky). There more baby calamari's than anything, which I don't like either. I would not order this again. I'm not sure why I didn't complain about it, but the servers were so nice, I couldn't do it. I'm giving it four stars mostly because of the service and the restaurant design. Tapas were pricey and you're still hungry.
(4)Andrew F.
All I can say is wow. A friend and I have been watching this space ever since the previous occupant closed it's doors. Finally, after years of waiting, Barcelona opened it's doors for a soft opening last night. Wait, did I say "soft opening"? Because you would have never guessed based on the absolutely flawless food and service we received. My guest and I sat at the bar and were taken care of by a great bartender named Frank. We sampled several of the small plates, but the menu is fairly extensive beyond tapas if that isn't your thing. Although we didn't order the calmari, the dish is worth noting because (as we learned after placing our orders) the octopus and squid is driven in fresh EVERY DAY and prepared in the kitchen. This place also bakes its own bread. The wine list is diverse and affordable and they make a white sangria that is absolutely out of this world and I don't even like sangria. The interior design is a huge improvement as the oval bar makes much better use of the space and wood and metal accents seem tasteful and modern while retaining a welcoming warmth. Definitely recommend this place. Do not pass it up. If they can keep up this level of quality, I see a five star rating as a likelihood when I update this review after my next visit.
(4)Niyeda S.
Ruined Valentine's Day. What's the point of a Reservation when you booked the whole city? Everyone has been waiting for over an hr WITH Reservations. You tell the hostess you're here only for them to put us on a NEW List and have the hostess say they will find us amongst the other 50 ppl waiting. Why would you over book by soon many? Ppl with reservations are waiting outside and is so crowded you've ruined the intimacy and dining experience with your partner. 9:30 reservation...hoping to eat before midnight
(2)Kelsi V.
Loved the outdoor fireplace (blanket included), great service, and good wine!
(4)Roger A.
Exactly what Inman Park needed, and what I've been looking for. from the moment we entered we loved it! Ambience was fun. Decor was authentic feeling but made more modern than traditional Spanish. The welcome was excellent. They were genius to create a wrap around patio given how popular patio dining is in Atlanta and Inman park, and they've created a lovely one. We sat in a perfect spot right on N. Highland with a perfect people watching view, but could still see the inside and hear the music. The music was eclectic and not too loud. They actually had Cake playing when we walked in. Our server, Diego, really knew the restaurant and menu, as he was from one of the Connecticut locations and quite expert. As for the wine, we chose a Rioja (one of my favs) with a great price and it was perfect, delicious! I am not a wine expert, but their list is long enough for any connoisseur. We chose 6 tapas including mostly vegetarian options (yes, authentic vegetarian friendly tapas). Mushrooms with goat cheese were a 10/10, Spanish tortilla (a.k.a. omelet), patatas bravas, roasted pumpkin, and citrus soaked olives. The roasted pumpkin was a great and unique idea, and well executed (I was skeptical of pumpkin tapas, but my wife loves pumpkin so we tried it). The patatas bravas were the best I'd ever had. Not so for my wife, she had one better once before, in Barcelona, Spain! The gambas (shrimp) were recommended by Diego, our server, and were as good as advertised. They accidentally brought us a second serving of patatas bravas, and when we pointed it out they left it anyway. Finally desert. I am part-Spanish (father's side) and even I recognize that the Spanish are not the best at deserts (there are a few good ones but it's not their forte), but we had a dulce de leche crepe that was ridiculously good. We spoke to the manager and told him how much we loved the place. We like a block away and plan to go back again and again. The only downside - the prices are not great. For two people we spent almost $100 (with tip), though we could have chosen more carefully and spent less. Also, we ordered them using a "combo" price that was meant for the heavier tapas; the vegetarian ones are much cheaper. This caused us to accidentally over-pay by $20 or so. That was really the only negative. We felt that we got what we payed for, a wonderful evening and fun and delicious dining experience. We were told that were going to start having some nights with dancing.... I can't wait. We'll be back.
(5)Anastasia T.
We went there Sat night for a brief dinner before a concert, so we did not have too much time (to taste this and that). We ordered 4 tapas plates and 2 drinks. The service was good and our server was very knowledgeable about the food and the wine, so I really appreciated that. And the atmosphere was very "with it" (which sounds obnoxious and it certainly can be)...anyway, it is sort of a cool place, but don't think that you are as a result cool for going or working there. The food was good albeit wayyyy over-priced. The only plate that deserved its price was the brandade...heavenly good (so good I am about to make it at home -following Tony Bourdain's recipe though). The rest (spinach+chickpeas, chicken empanadas, and the cauliflower) were average...nothing that would make me say in the end, wow that was 50 bucks well-spent. They weren't. (My wine which the server suggested was fabulous...but I think I already mentioned I appreciated the server). Maybe next time (with a wine list so rich and their Sunday afternoon whole pig menu there will be a next time), maybe next time I will be more impressed. Their regular plates did indeed seem promising. Plus I wan to see if their brandade will taste as good after I make it at home :)
(3)Carrie F.
Prepare to be surprised! We stopped here after checking out apartments in the area for brunch. From the exterior and some of the things I had heard about Barcelona, I really didn't think I would be a fan. However, the service at Barcelona is fantastic, as is the brunch. Although the menu is a bit limited, the choices offered did not disappoint. We both went with the ham and cheese omelets, but probably could've shared one, they were huge! The grits also left nothing to be desired. They were smooth and cheesy and awesome. The clientele was interesting, to say the least, from the more ecclectic, to the experienced Sunday Brunch-ers. This can be a bit awkward, as most of the tables are very close together (a la the actual Barcelona), so be ready to share your conversation and enjoy the conversation of those around you. Definitely worth checking out for brunch, I will definitely be back for dinner soon!
(4)Philip K.
Afraid to come back...I came here with a friend February 13th at around 7pm. We dropped a name and phone number so we could get in line. We checked out the bar area (room) to see if there were any seats or tables that we could take without waiting. Fortunately we found one, but unfortunately it was too loud (completely understandable) and decided to wait for them to call us. Since it was so crowded we decided to at the patio by the heaters to allow new customers to enter. We wait over an hour and notice people coming in after us without a reservation are seated before us. Looked at phone, no phone call or missed calls. As a result we walk in a stand with the crowd behind the reservation counter. After another 10 mins or so they realize that we have been there far too long and ask for our names. After looking at the reservation list and flipping back some pages, they realize they forgot us. They offered to take our wine order to remedy the situation, but they didn't even offer to take the order after handing back the menu. The hostess then says the next table will be ours, and she walks us to the nice patio area but once we get there, another party has occupied the table. Then we wait again for another 10 mins, and she walks us back into the bar area and offers us the same table we found on our own an hour and a half earlier. Heard the paellas were good...but didn't want to wait close to another hour in the room we had decided not be be in an hour earlier. The waiter was apologetic, but the host taking names on the list was less understanding. The whole experience was killed. Left extremely hungry and frustrated.
(1)Danya L.
What can I say about my home away from home. Love these folks and love the restaurant. This is the place you go to when you WANT everyone to know your name . Friendly, fun, and quite delicious. The bartenders are fantastic .. and very easy on the eyes- and the management staff is top notch. Sundays are now my favorite day of the week because of their half priced bottles of wine. It can get quite crazy on Fridays and Saturday nights -- so arrive early and /or make a reservation. If you can find a stool , the best place to sit is at the bar. I guarantee it will be a fantastic drink- great conversation, and like I said earlier , there is always a handsome/pretty face serving . The homemade bread is out of this world, and the menu changes regularly - but I have never been disappointed. AND DESSERT IS A MUST .. get the crepes- Heaven on a plate
(4)Camilo A.
This used to be one of my favorite spots to dine in Atlanta. I have been a chef for almost 12 years, so my expectations were always high and were always met. Except for this last visit, where i left somewhat saddened by the experience. My biggest disapointment was the change in the menu. I am all for changing menu items constantly, but this change was not what i expected. Being of Spanish ancestry (3rd generation) and growing up with Spanish dishes at home, seeing such a heavy Arab influence on the menu was kind of a punch in the gut. If any one knows anything of history, the moors had invaded Spain for over 500 years. So to me this felt like a mini re invasion. Seeing this change in the menu stabbed a that flaming pride of "Iberianism" that i so enjoyed from eating at Barcelona. I loved coming to this place for the tapas, since Spanish restaurants in this city are so scarce. I feel a sad sense of parting since i do feel compeled to return. I hope they decide to go back to Spanish food, because with a name like Barcelona, what else can one expect.
(2)Ande T.
In spite of myself and the fact that there are SOOOOOO many really good restaurants in Atlanta, I went back to Barcelona. On a Friday night nonetheless. Not of my own accord, it was a friend's birthday choice. Noise is still horrendous. And as if the conversation level in the restaurant wasn't high enough already, they were BLASTING clubby dance music. We were all hoarse after dinner. BUT, the food was much better this time. The did seem to ditch some of the less successful dishes on the menu, and the 2-server thing worked better, with one server VERY attentive to the Optimist vs. Pessimist line of our wine glasses. (if you don't get it, you may never.) All in all, a positive experience, so I'll up my rating. But, I'd prefer to sit outside and would suggest to any and all that they do the same.
(3)T. Murray -.
This is my happy place. Seriously. I have never had a bad experience here and I always leave with a big smile on my face. Always! The food is great and the bartenders and staff are the best. Shout out to Chelsea, Joe, Mike & Mike, Sheena, Sean & Grady! The hummus is some of the best in the city. Flank steak and the lobster risotto are also favs. I love the potatoes bravas and chorizo. Awesome selection of wines (half price bottles on Sunday). The drinks never disappoint and certain bartenders have made some unique concoctions for me. Been meaning to check it out for brunch but I'm more often in on Friday and Saturday nights. The design of the bar and the indoor/outdoor feel of the venue keep me coming back. Everyone I've brought here has loved it. I do prefer to go during the earlier hours as snagging a seat at the bar is easier. It can get crowded, but this has to be one of the best crowds in the VA Highlands area. Everyone is always friendly and nice. I've yet to visit Barcelona, Spain and will do some day, but for now Barcelona Atlanta is my escape.
(5)Pam L.
I can't say enough good things about this place. The food, service, and ambiance are exceptional. My husband and I went for our anniversary dinner last night and we were treated like royalty by the waitstaff and management. This is saying A LOT, considering we were dressed in ratty jeans and t-shirts. We weren't playing the role of "A-Lister", but they rolled out the red carpet anyway. Our server (Celeste) was sweet and friendly, while the management (Shaun - Director of Services & Luke - General Manager) all made it a point to check on us several times during the meal. They made real conversations with us and not just small talk. Genuinely cool guys. This place is a class act, yet hip and fun. I'll be making this my new "go-to" special ocassion spot and you should, too.
(5)Stan R.
Great place but they recycle their bread and olives if not eaten
(3)Jeff W.
La Grandeza! Just want to say that I had a small issue recently and the owner Sean P. overwhelmingly made up for it last night. What wonderful customer service! Thanks Sean!
(5)Serena B.
So I went back with my fiance twice after that initial experience. Wanting to show him this awesome little place in Inman Park. I was sorely disappointed. We walked in and the first thing the bartender said was "kitchen's closed, but you can order a drink." I didn't understand why the hell the kitchen was closed if they are still taking reservations online at the time. We ordered a negroni. It wasn't as good as the first time I've had it over there. I guess the it was just that bartender who apparently can't make decent negronis. The whole time she also was doing her check out, and kept stealing glances at us to see if we were going to pay the tab. We felt rushed. It wasn't pleasant. We decided to give this place another chance a week later, went in again. Way before closing time on their website. I called ahead to make sure they weren't closing the kitchen or anything and they told us to come on by. So we did. Moment we sat down, the server dropped off late night menus. I asked her why we were getting late night menus, she said the kitchen's closing. FYI. I live down the street, literally 2 minutes away from this place. I could've walked here. I called ahead to make sure we weren't getting late night menus. Alas, we were lied to. We walked out without ordering anything. My fiance questioned my previous good experience here, and so did I. Don't know if we will return again.
(2)Jonathan D.
I figure the most important thing to note about this place is the friendly staff. Every time I've visited, they've been more than cordial. Waiters at a place filled with bottles of wine and unfamiliar charcuterie offerings could easily be snooty, but these aren't. They really seem to want to encourage your good time. The food is solid. I had some very good meats and cheeses the last time I went, along with some good small plates. I wouldn't describe their dishes as sublime, but it does the trick. One of this place's biggest assets is the decor. The space feels very modern but still inviting, and I love places with wrap-around bars. The sum of all the above parts has helped attract a crowd every time I've been here.
(4)J L.
Barthelona, you are just too cool for me. I revert to acting like a shellshocked Kristen Wiig from the Lawrence Welk show whenever I arrive. Too much pressure and I start to foam at the mouth a bit. My friends love Barcelona. I'm convinced it is because of the awesome service. They roll into valet wearing sexy stares while I'm like "Huh, they have valet?..." After a few drinks and embarrassing activity.... "IS THAT BAD?" Truly not joking. Forever and without fail, Barcelona has solely become "Girls Night Out" at the bar, for me. While I would love to come here for dinner, I typically sit at the bar. Sunday nights are 1/2 off bottles of wine, not too terribly crowded, and is a great time to mingle... if you're a mingling type. The crowd is a bit "eh". A mixture of snobbery cougs and men that don't nearly stack up to the Suits at Ormsby's. Thus why I go with my boo-crew. All of the bartenders are sharply dressed in pressed white shirts and black pants, mimicking their striking white bar, which unsurprisingly turns into a catwalk for little dudes pouring drinks into your mouth. Think...Chris Kattan shaking his junk in your face. Getting it. Suddenly, it's Club Barthelona. Anything goes, including dubsteb. I'm being serious. I'm sure I looked real attractive having a bulb shined into my face "saying ahhhh" for god knows what tinkling angel nectar is being bobsledded down my throat. Then, "said" little dude turns around, and struts his cute butt on over to other unassuming ladies (and possibly gents). I recommend standing in a dark corner if you don't want it. Though the 'tenders are very helpful, the wine menu is a little over my head, because in my opinion I may as well be pinning the cork on the bottle. I'm just not savvy like that. When in doubt, they have an equally great beer list.
(4)Van H.
This is a great place to go out with friends for drinks. However, it is very loud inside so I would recommend the patio seating if possible, it's less crowded and more laid back. The tapas I've had there have been great, especially the steak and brussel sprouts. I also loved the Bourbon Spice Rack cocktail, I even made a note of the ingredients so I could try to make it myself! The service was very good, we had multiple people that came by to check on us as well as the manager. The only downside is the wait is usually very long even with a reservation since this seems to be the trendy spot at the moment.
(4)Holy Guacamole M.
Overall, the staff is missing "service" in their service. Upon arrival, we asked the hostess for a table; she brought us into the bar area right next to the DJ's table - we were moved into the actual dining area later. The server (tall, black, male) was friendly, but the other staff members weren't attentive, polished, or knowledgeable. They tried to clear our appetizers (without asking) when we weren't done. We ordered our cocktails from our server when he initially greeted us and it took 20mins. for the bar to prepare them; they weren't good enough for a twenty minute wait. The tapas are humorous... tapas are supposed to be small bites at a small price. Essentially, these are small bites with a big cost. I was warned by a Chef not to come here because the menu is very hit or miss and the portions are very small. Against my better judgement, I decided to try it out. I think everyone who says they had a good meal must have been wasted. Barcelonas has this "hangover" appeal to it. Its obvious that food (or service) is not the focus. If you really don't care what you put in your mouth, then this is the place for you!
(2)Ethan S.
Not the biggest fan of the name, but who cares when everything else rocked? On a Friday night this place is PACKED. Make a reservation way ahead of time because if not, you could be waiting for a loooong time. People seemed to be having a great time and the crowd was pretty young but sophisticated it seemed. The maitre'd was slammed but he was as accommodating as possible and managed to get us a table outside. Be warned, it's very loud inside with the music and talking. The service was spot on and since it was cold they even gave us blankets! A little emasculating but hey, at least I was warm. The food was tapas style obviously. Not the most creative dishes on the menu by any means, but it was all very good. Not super authentic either but some dishes more than others. Either way, authentic or not, everything was great. They give you lots of awesome bread with even better olive oil... I still taste that olive oil. The squid ink paella was very similar to one I actually had in Barcelona, so that was a nice treat... and it's very big! Prices are pretty reasonable too... I guess they make up for that with the volume they do. Also valet is free, just tip.
(5)David M.
The food was delicious, and they treated us like royalty. We loved the spicy mussels and mushrooms with goat cheese. My wife loved the shrimp. The service was excellent. Then, we mentioned it was our anniversary, and they made us feel like royalty with a free champagne toast and more. I should also mention that we were surprised how large the portions were for tapas. Overall, excellent experience.
(5)Jide F.
I'd come back just for the wine list and atmosphere. The food was fine, but certainly not amazing. My family and I ordered a bottle of txacoli (Basque wine) and a variety of tapas and entrees. I really enjoyed the pulpo Gallego (Galician octopus) and the flouder (at least I think it was flounder) a la plancha. I was disappointed with the black paella because of the dollops of sour cream they threw on top. It would have been delicious without the sour cream. Service was excellent and our server was extremely polite and attentive. I wish I had remembered her name! Overall Barcelona has a really cool vibe and I'd come back to give their food another try.
(3)Taylor L.
This place is truely outstanding. The food, the service, everything is quite lovely. I have been several times and never have a been dissapointed. However, last time I went we had a reservation and it took forever for them to seat up, and then they ended up seating us outside and it was freezing. We were quite bumbed but when we were paying the bill the manager came up and COMPED OUT ENTIRE MEAL! the food is so yummy. The fried cabbage is delectable and unique. it has feta and a little bit of a honey drizzle which makes it so special. Also, for dessert the warm chocolate lava cake is fantastic. I could go in detail about everything here but I would just be repeating myself about how good the food was.
(5)Amanda G.
I'm in love with Spain, a second time. Make that a third time. Tapas restaurants have my heart at "small delicious portions." Food was really good - croquetas are creamy goodness. Veggies added a healthful bite to the fried cheese deliciousness. Chicken empanadas were just okay. Our waiter was a ball full of delight. Brought over the sommelier (or just the wine dude) and asked what I liked and recommended a bottle we might like. We tried it (I didn't like it but said yes anyway - that's my own catholic guilt) and ordered a bottle. Great outside patio, fire pit, and amazing bar inside. I feel like i'm back in Boston in Barcelona...not quite Spain, but another love. So glad I found you! Second note: The "wine dude" referenced above emailed me personally and explained I should never accept a bottle I don't like and apologized if I felt obliged to do so. Wow! What great customer service - legit. And to be fair, I was on a "friend date" and he is not a big a wine dude so I didn't want to seem like a wine snob in front of him. But Barcelona, thanks for being so responsive and amazing!
(4)Jenneffer P.
Great service and wine.Relax and Enjoy. The menu is nicely diverse and the wine menu is divine.
(5)Ned G.
Tldr: awesome service can't save expensive mediocre food. I feel like "I really want to like this place" is the yelp equivalent of "with all due respect" And I really want to like this place but after three tries its a no go. The good? Service had always been great, servers are prompt and friendly. Decor is interesting and allows a wide range of appropriate dress. Some of the cocktails are great, the hot dahlia being my personal favorite. The charcuterie was also pretty good, but not a lot of skill involved in slicing meat and plating it. The bad? The food has always been mediocre. My favorite part is the free bread and its been downhill from there. Examples up say? Scallop crudo that sounded like a great idea and then fell flat with way too many subtle flavors but nothing to pull it together and little texture to it. Warm goat cheese dish that ended up being rather meally and one note. The final straw being a "warm hazelnut chocolate indulgence" which was essentially a chocolate cupcake reheated in the microwave with a pretty bad ice cream on top that had hazelnut and coconut flakes and a strawberry drizzle, seemed like someone ended up trying too hard to add too many flavors and the cupcake was unawesome. Overall it strikes me as a place trying too hard to be "cool" and "creative", without much success in the basics.
(2)Chris M.
Absolute mistake. We had gone to the tapas place in Virginia Highlands, which was an utter joke (didn't even know what a Spanish Tortilla was), so my wife and I had high hopes for Barcelona. We made an online reservation on their website. We got there on time, but they had no record of our reservation. We waited outside of half and hour. The place was super packed, but this is Atlanta where being crowded does not indicate quality. We finally got a table in the bar area, right by the door where servers access the front porch. Every time a server walked through the door he slammed it hard. So I had a door slam right behind my left ear every minute or so. It took them about 20 minutes to come and take our drink order. We were almost about to leave. They don't ask, "what do you want to drink?". Instead, they ask "Do you want water?" Do we want water???? We've been sitting for 20 minutes and this is supposed to be a tapas place. It was busy, but the table next to us was getting regular service. I anticipate a long delay. So we order a pitcher of Sangria and a beer, and water too. We wait. No drinks. The server comes over and asks if we want bread. We say, yes, but we'd like to order some tapas. Ok. We have now been there for 35 minutes minimum and the only questions our server asks us if we want bread and water. So, we order meatballs and the tortilla. They arrive in about 5 minutes. Still no drinks. We refuse to touch the food until the arrive and are designing our exit plan. As far as I'm concerned, even with food on the table, if it is untouched and you leave due to terrible service, that is not dining and ditching. Anyway, after about a 5 minute wait, the drinks arrive. This was by far the absolute worse Sangria I have had in my life. I've been to tapas places in Spain, Chicago, New York, Mexico City, and had all kinds of good and bad Sangria. Frankly, if they had just popped open a bottle of Carlo Rossi Sangria, it would have been better. It tasted like Kool Aid. I drink a glass. My wife has two sips. Disgusting. The tortilla was not bad. The meatballs tasted like Italian meatballs rather than Spanish style ones. The server eventually comes back. My wife tells her the Sangria is undrinkable and orders a bottle of wine instead. The server says she will remove it from the bill but is clearly irritated. She acts like, "Sangria is not for everyone and you should have listened to me and gotten wine." But she overlooks that this is not Sangria. It is watered down Kool Aid. Reminded me of Boone's Famr wine when I was in high school. We order three more tapas: chorizo and figs, swiss chard, and chick peas. The chorizo and figs were ok. The swiss chard wass not good. The chick peas and, was it spinach or greens, were awful. Of course, these arrived at least 15 minutes before the wine. So, we had the wine after the food was done. The wine wasn't bad. Overall, we felt the servers were unfriendly and unhelpful. The food was not good and overpriced. The Sangria was mind boggling horrible. On a scale of 1-10, we give it a 3. Bathrooms are nice.
(1)M.A. J.
Great food, nice buildout and outdoor patio is super fun space to relax and people watch. Very well trained and courteous wait staff. Try the hangar steak with black truffle sauce, insanely good.
(4)Christine C.
We were seated almost immediately by one of the managers outside by the fireplace which was nice. However, about 15 minutes after being seated we called over a different waitress who got us our drinks & bread while we waited for our actual waiter to take our orders. Finally after the 25-30 minutes total after being seated, our waiter arrives & we order an entree (Churrascos) for my boyfriend and 2 tapas plates (steak paillard and chicken empanadas) for me. He asked us if we wanted all the food to come out at the same time or if we wanted our tapas to come out first. We told him we would like for everything to come out at the same time. A little while later, the chicken empanadas come. I waited a few minutes thinking that everything else would come out too but after 5 minutes, we just decided to eat the 2 empanadas before they got cold. A few minutes later my steak paillard comes. Since we said that we wanted all the food to come out at the same time, I waited for my boyfriends entree to come out so that we could eat together and not have me awkwardly eating by myself. Another 10 minutes later, my boyfriends entree finally came. Mine has started to cool by now but I was just happy to finally have our whole order out at this point. The fact that the waiter asked us if we wanted our food to come out at the same time & the fact that our food was not given to us at the same time like we agreed made me more annoyed at the whole night. One strange thing that some other reviewers have commented on was the variety of people bringing the food & looking confused as to where the food was supposed to go. For every item, we had a different person bring it to the table. They definitely seemed a bit unsure if they brought the correct food to the correct table. Throughout this whole time, the waitress who helped us at the beginning continued helping us. I think we maybe saw our actual waiter 2 times throughout the night. The food wasn't bad, but the service made the whole experience a miss. If it wasn't for that hardworking waitress who helped us, I would definitely give a 1 star. I don't think we will be coming back anytime soon.
(2)Esteban R.
very good... the only drawback is that its a bit noisy on the weekends.. .food has been good everytime I have been there.
(4)Mike B.
As someone who has heard all the hype regarding Barcelona and finally got to go I was somewhat disappointed with the experience. We planned ahead and made reservations for 830pm on a Saturday and arrived 15 minutes early. People were out on the sidewalk crowding the door and it was a pain in the ass to navigate the gauntlet of Atlanta's "in crowd" just to get inside. When we finally made it to the hostess table we said we had a reservation and of course they were running "a little behind" but the host was very gracious in keeping us informed about when our table would be ready so we decided to park ourselves at the bar while we waited. Tucker our bartender was great, recommended a bold red from Argentina that I enjoyed and was very attentive even though they were slammed. Unfortunately with the massive amount of people there it was hard to enjoy much of anything because someone was always beside you or behind you attempting to get to the bar. I recommend coming early or early during the week because it is just overwhelming the amount of people they try and pack into the place. 45 minutes later we were taken to our table where we were seated less than two feet away from a 6 top with a group of people who apparently went to Paris, Italy and a few other places in the last month. The couple on our other side, again less than two feet away, were at least semi quiet. If you enjoy being a part of other diners meals and hearing everything they did that day or being able to read their text messages then this is the place for you. Our server Kaylee was very good but had to squeeze herself in between tables at times and as you eat it's tough to really enjoy your food when you're that close to other people talking on the phone, texting or simply talking so loud you want to stuff olives in your ears. But I digress..onto the FOOD! On the whole ok to good but nothing that blew us away. I ordered the olives which were good, then the ceviche and for $10 you expect more than three bites but no that's about all you get. My wife got the wild mushroom with herb goat cheese which was very good as were the batata bravas(the sauce of Heinz ketchup with mayo plus liberal amounts of paprika has you thinking for a second but no its base is just ketchup...). The serrano ham and cheese croquetas were underwhelming with almost no ham and the fried cauliflower was good but again LIBERALLY dusted with paprika. We basically stayed with the tapas and bread which was good so you won't starve while you're there. We did not try the desserts although they all look great and sound very tasty. I liked the fireplace outside but again hard to enjoy anything because there are people everywhere!! I caught a glimpse of it between people and said, "wow". The service by Tucker, Kaylee and others was great so in that regard I cannot complain but the downside is you are quite literally sitting with other people as you eat and that is a huge turnoff. I will go back again but at a less crowded time and will request a table on the patio no matter what and will gladly wait for it. Inside is just over the top loud and so packed that it's really tough to enjoy much. I'll give it another chance but as I said I've had better both in atmosphere and food.
(2)Erica C.
I loved this restaurant! The scene was great and the food was beyond incredible. We went with a large group and the service was so attentive. It was definitely the place to be on a Saturday night. I am still dreaming of the white gazpacho special!!!!
(5)Jeanie M.
It was a cool March evening, but the outdoor fireplace and heat lamps kept us toasty as we tried our first Tapas bar at Barcelona in Inman Park. Brian, our waiter , upon hearing we were novices lead us through the menu and made fine suggestions. As my background was in Restaurants, I asked him to make selections for us and a wine for me to accompany his choices. Soon little plates of exquisite tastes arrived in a series, like the waves of an ocean, timed to perfection. Each bite was perfect. Highlights: Any and all the Vegetable dishes, the Steak- hanger was it? was so tender, the homemade salami and cheeses, the breads, even the sweetbreads-which we had never had before, were great. And the wine, I have no idea what it was but probably a pinot, was heavenly. We ended sharing a Coconut ice cream topped warmed chocolate cake with raspberry sauce and fantastic coffee. So romantic, the perfect night, the best service ever. Shawn the owner came by to say hello, on a busy Saturday night. Just the best night ever!
(5)Jill H.
I have always sat at the bar and had fabulous service and a lot of laughs! Everyone here is great and strives to make my visit here constantly better each time. Special shout out to Joe Rigoli and Natalia Holmes - you guys were what made me first fall in love with Barcelona!!!
(4)Danielle V.
I just returned from my second visit to Barcelona Wine Bar. This time, my boyfriend and I went specifically for the paella. When we checked in I mentioned my recent snafu with the credit card (only because the correction still hadn't hit my account) and the manager knew exactly who I was (and about my Yelp review, oops!). The red wine sangria was amazing, better than the white. And the paella was incredible - more than enough for two and had awesome flavor. We had the churros for dessert, again, and they are excellent. Ultimately, the manager was very gracious with our bill which I really appreciated after my first experience. What great customer service. I'll be back!
(5)Cinthya C.
Honestly after all the positive reviews I expected a lot more. The service was great although I wish our main server had not been so clueless. Maybe if she had guided us through the menu a bit more we would have been more satisfied. For tapas we had the ham and cheese croquetas which were good but nothing outstanding. We also had the ceviche which I can say was amazing. The downfall was our entree. We had the parillada which had grilled steak, chicken, pork and sausage of which honestly had no taste of Spain, it just was. We enjoyed the sausage, but everything else was just grilled. The saddest part was the side: French fries? Granted it was $25 pp, but how about some culture with the sides, or at least a green veggie? Our favorite for Spanish will remain The Iberian Pig for the food. The managers were very attentive and kind as was all staff. Just our server, not horrible, but def not great.
(2)bobby w.
ON my birthday we showed up at 8 pm (table of 4) during restaurant week, we accidentially got a table outside....they weren't seating a small portion of the outside area as they didn't have enough servers to provide their usual high caliber service. This was an additional area and the restaurant was packed, what I mean to say was they went out of their way to make room for us, they also didn't know it was my birthday. We cozied up to the fire, met our two ....yes two wonderful servers. He was amazing, to know as much about the menu as he did shows such great management but also how much the staff actually cares about what they do. Midway thorugh our first course we ordered a drink, they took 6 minutes I am sure but the restaurant was packed. I had ordered somethnig off the menu being a foodie and all. Not only did the bartender bring it out themselves, it was "paid for". Later during our meal both managers stopped by and made sure we were ok, they talked for a few mintues....on one of the busiest nights of their year and made sure my night as well as my friends' night was perfect. Somehow we ended up with a few other thngs we didn't order. Here's what you need to know, food....amazing, ambiance....great, service, one of the best I have ever had. Nothing but stars for Bart, Sean, Jep, Katlyn and Andrew. Trust me I have much more to say but I don't want to make this a love fest. It truely blew my mind how much they did for us.
(5)Julia M.
I first went to this restaurant opening week and had a great experience. Each time I have returned, it has gotten progressively worse in terms of food and service. I thought the worst experience was when I invited a group of 8 to go here from one of my clients (visiting from Vancouver). The server pushed the largest sized paella on us in addition to the numerous tapas and it was not only substantially more than we needed but it was so fishy that we left most of it there at a hefty price. Fast forward 9 months and I decided to give it one more chance. Four of us arrived at 5:30 when it was half empty and ordered cocktails, bottles of wine, dinner and dessert. We left at 7:30 but when we were still finishing our dinner, we were asked if we wanted dessert and while we were still eating dessert they dropped off our check. We still had our bottles of wine to finish and they took the signed receipts with tip and the server looked at it as he was walking away. The manager even came by as we were still finishing to briskly say thanks for visiting (in other words time to go). If this restaurant had amazing food they wouldn't even be able to warrant the cocky attitude. I don't know why I bothered to give them another chance. The only thing they have going for them is atmosphere but they need a reality check.
(1)Terri H.
Had dinner at Barcelona on 2/22/12 and it was not what I expected. The food was just OK--nothing fantastic. After having two drinks and informing our waiter that we didn't like the food (I was with a group of 3 and we all thought the same thing, we also ordered some of the same dishes). We ordered one more drink and the waiter told us that he couldn't give us another drink. We were like why? He said management said I can't get you another one. Really? Two drinks and after we gave you feedback that the food wasn't good. I had two Cosmo's (not good), a Coke they had to replace 3 times because whom ever replaced the line had Diet Coke coming out instead of regular Coke and Water over the course of 2.5 hours. I said all that to say (nobody was intoxicated) The lamb chops were tough and had a lot of fat, the sweet potato fries were overcooked and the arugula salad was salty. The best thing I had on the menu was the Sauteed Shrimp and the Hanger Steak (minus the truffle sauce). I dine out often (several times a week) and when I say--I won't be returning here ever again!! And the service was just OK. It took 20 minutes for our server to even come over to wait on us.....And our bill was $180. Your choice...but I wouldn't advise it!
(1)Liz L.
Two weeks ago, my two girlfriends and I came here on a busy Friday night without reservations at 8:30. Needless to say, there was a pretty lengthy wait and we decided to wait it out at the bar (which is not a bad alternative given how hoppin the bar was and the free wine "shots" that were being given out). Anyway, about an hour and a half later, we were finally called to our table - it was about 10 at this point, and though it was late we had known from the beginning that our wait would probably be this long. Nonetheless, the manager (we think) asked us what our favorite tapa was and whether we or not we liked tequila - what's a girl to say??? We were excited at the prospect of getting a free appetizer or a free drink and were completely astonished when the manager sent us FOUR free tapas to our table and also proceeded to take a tequila shot with us (and it was no pepe lopez). The food was absolutely delicious, and definitely the best tapas restaurant I've ever been to. We tried: both the chicken and beef empanadas (a tomato sauce and flaky crust - YUM), the slow roasted garlic bulbs (mildly garlicky and very creamy), the potato tortilla, the calamari (probably top three calamari I've ever had), and the red sangria. Overall, it was an amazing meal and the service was also impeccable, though I do agree with the other reviewers that sometimes their presence is a little too pervasive (I think we had four or five people serving us).
(5)Crystal B.
Amazing Service + Wonderful and Knowledgeable staff + great food = A Fantastic Evening! I visited Barcelona while traveling in Atlanta on business. I took not only my team but my clients here for dinner. We had a great evening sitting on the patio enjoying an amazing selection of Tapas, Cheeses and wines. The food was truly delectable and the ambiance of the patio and space was a great place to enjoy a fun evening out after a day or work, work, work! 5 Stars for Barcelona!!!
(5)Brian K.
This past Saturday I finally had the opportunity to try Inman Park's most recent culinary addition, Barcelona. Overall, I think it's fairly safe to say that this place is going to be a formidable competitor in the Atlanta restaurant scene for some time to come. Food: Barcelona is a wine bar and restaurant specializing in traditional and well-executed Spanish tapas, or small plates. The restaurant has multiple locations throughout Connecticut, but the food quality is certainly not commensurate with what you'd expect from a chain. The menu is comprised of a series of tapas plates, larger entrees, and a selection of charcuteria and cheeses. They also offer alternative options that can be shared across the table, including Argentine mixed grill for parties of two and paella for parties between two and six. During my first visit, my dining partner and I opted for an assortment of tapas, including herbed goat cheese and mushrooms , spinach-chickpea casserole with cumin and garlic confit, homemade chicken empanadas, ham and cheese croquetas, and braised rabbit. Each dish was impeccably prepared and featured exceptional flavor. For dessert, we opted for the warm churros (Spanish doughnuts), which were exquisite. Service: The service is so attentive here that you may have to ask for some privacy. The restaurant was at capacity by 7:00 PM, but the waiter and bussers continued to provided pleasant, helpful, and efficient service throughout the meal. Atmosphere: I wouldn't be surprised if the individuals who transformed the interior of this space could also walk on water; the restaurant is tastefully decorated and shows no resemblance to the establishment that occupied this space previously. They also have a fairly large outdoor patio that wraps around the front and side of the building, complete with highly effective overhead heaters. Dress is casual and the clientele is mixed, but mostly adults and professionals. Cost: Expensive by most standards, but well worth the price considering the stellar quality of the food. Tapas costs around $5 to $11, while cheese and meats are $6.50 each or three for $17.50. Larger entree-sized plates are between $13 and $27. From Sunday through Thursday, a sampler of six, eight, or ten different tapas can be purchased for $48, $60, and $70, respectively. Other: It's currently quit difficult to obtain an evening reservation at Barcelona and walk-ins can expect to wait well over an hour on weekends. They do accept reservations via their online system, but the time increments are incredibly bizarre; for example, our reservation time was 5:52 PM.
(5)Kristy Piglet P.
I am a huge fan of restaurants that have the total package...great food, drinks, atmosphere & service. Barcelona has all four! It has a young professionals vibe and is always busy especially on the weekends. After hearing great things, I went with 2 of my girlfriends for the first time on a Saturday. It was very busy and we had to wait about 45mins to be sat, but we didn't mind because it gave us time to get a drink at the bar and socialize before sitting down for dinner. We also didn't make a reservation before showing up. The food & service was excellent. I enjoy Tapas small plates restaurants, especially when I have plans to go out on the town after. This was enough food and it was very delicious! I would definitely recommend experiencing Barcelona if you haven't already!
(4)Sarah M.
This may be the first restaurant I have visited in years that wasn't craptastic during it's first month of service. I meet my running partner every day in front of the space that has been transforming into BWB --- so for months and months and months I've watched it transform. I have really marveled at the amount of work and money they put into the space. All of the old awkward wasted space of Zaya is gone. I love how the outside is reminiscent of Krog bar with low tables and the addition of a huge oven to warm yourself around. I love how the inside is ambient and loud and warm and bustling. The menu is huge- honestly, it will take me a while to comment on even half of it, but we were just snacking so we shared the califlower and fennel gratin with manchego, the super tender fried calamari and the chicken empanadas that were bursting with flavor with spice and cooled with an avocado puree. Half priced wine bottles on Sunday make me a happy girl. A beautiful bottle of rioja was delivered by the manager. Great service, outstanding energy, a welcome addition to the 'hood - can't wait to go back!
(4)Brittany G.
Oh, you Atlanta residents are so lucky to live where you do. Located smash-center in the south (but not TOO south), I had the pleasure of visiting your city this past weekend. What a ride. My BBF and I spent a glorious evening chowing down on tapas, lobster risotto and wine. The ham and cheese croquettes gave me a semi-orgasm, of which our waitress nodded approvingly after saying "I told you so!". The risotto was perfectly cooked and the lobster was buttery and tender. We also indulged in the beef empanadas which were so flavorful, and the spinach and chickpea casserole, which is now my new favorite comfort food. Trust me on the last one, it is GOOD. Our waiter/waitress were super friendly and really wanted to make sure we had an excellent dining experience. After we ended the evening, our bill came and the total didnt make me want to crawl under the table. For the two of us, we had approximately 6 tapas, a salad, the lobster risotto, a dessert, and a latte and an espresso, respectively. Our tab came to just over $70! Mind you, we paid for our drinks at the bar, but STILL! I considered it a 10 course meal. I got quite a few compliments from the wait staff on my half-sleeve and my edgy attire, which made me feel right at home as well. I will definitely visit this restaurant again upon a return trip. Rad place!
(4)Gaylan S.
Definitely the best meal i have had in Atlanta. Second would be the Iberian Pig (which was first until last night). What an amazing experience. I felt like I was in NYC for dinner, which has been one of the things I have missed in the Atlanta restaurant scene. Servers that *really* know how it's done and do it so very well. Every dish we had (we had 8ish) was amazing. I had the Flan Catalan and it was the most amazing thing I have ever tasted. I had it as the first course to make sure i had room to try what is generally my favorite dessert on any menu. So glad I did. Our server and her posse of trainees were amazing. Emily was knowledgeable and funny. It is so nice to see a staff that you can tell really wants to be at work. The best dishes we had were the crushed chickpeas with toast points, the flan catalan (to die for), the brussel sprouts and the beet salad. everything else was amazing as well, but those are the dishes i can remember - so that must say something! The prices were reasonable too. I left there thinking that I had an amazing dining experience and it didn't ruin my eating-out-budget for the month!
(5)Sara R.
Fun & yummy dining experience. Had a Friday night reservation for 8 at 8pm. Arrived and seated on time. Off to a good start and continued throughout. I had wine flight; can't remember name but the 3rd on the list. I only drink red but the flights are 1 white & 2 reds only so went for it. The white was delicous and enjoyed both reds. The others in my party opted for sangria - red & pink. We all ordered tapas and all were pleased. I had the meatballs! About 5/6 mini meatballs in tomato sauce - loved them. The brussel sprouts were spectacular, grilled. Beat salad was good but nothing out of the ordinary. Grilled mushrooms were tasty but a little too much oil. Others had mushrooms w/goat cheese and raved about it. Some had the tuna tartare and didn't think that was so great. I didn't taste so can't commit. All was great until the bill came. A little taken aback and yes it our fault for not looking. The red sangria is @ $23 per pitcher. The pink sangriaif $52 per carafe!! Wow, what a shock. Service was very good also. Originally sounded like we'd have two servers for our party (8) but I think the one female handled it all. Great job. Love the atmosphere. Bar is loud but at our table, we were actually able to talk w/o screaming. Great energy. Heaters and fireplace outside look inviting too.
(4)Michael C.
I'll start out with the food was great, the prices were fair, the environment was fun, and the service started out great. Our waiter started out very attentive and knowledgeable. However, as the night progressed, we rarely saw that waiter again but found we had 2 other waiters/waitresses as well. As a result, we received meals twice as well as not receiving drinks we ordered until we checked up on it many times. The place wasn't really that busy either so not sure why the level of service went downhill. Overall the place was fine but the service could use some improvement.
(3)Sarah O.
Went for brunch on sunday so can only speak to that menu. The staff were very attentive though it was obvious a few were in training. The salads were very small. Best dish hands down was the short rib hash with two fried eggs. The plate was huge and well seasoned! Also, they don't do bottomless drinks but they do provide half off on bottles if you want to order some wine/sparkling wine and they'll provide juice free of charge.
(3)Elaine W.
Just when I didn't think I could love this spot any more, my experience last night made me a fan for life. I'd scheduled birthday drinks/dinner with a group of friends; as it turned out, one member of the party needed special accommodations. Katie and Brandon moved quickly to assist her, without any push back on what was an extremely busy Saturday night. My friends, half of whom had never been to Barcelona before, truly enjoyed themselves and praised the staff and the environment. Thank you again for your help, can't wait to return!
(5)Sophie H.
Went for a leisurely weekend lunch and enjoyed ourselves. Nice Spanish wine list with a good range of price points. Sat in the bar area which is cool, but not a ton of space for food, wine, water, and bread - so it was a bit of shuffling. Tapas were overall very tasty - the bean and sausage dish was not exactly what we expected - we definitely will be back.
(4)Lee B.
I'd been reading about Barcelona Wine Bar since it opened. I wasn't sure where exactly on N. Highland it was and was surprised to find it was in the old Zaya spot (I'm still bummed that they closed) which has a free valet. Score. I went with my mom on a Friday around 7pm. We didn't have a reservation and were told that there were no available tables but we could sit on the heated patio or at the bar. Since it was 45 degrees outside, we opted for the bar, which was large and circular off to the left of the entrance. The rest of the restaurant was pretty with lots of wood. It was bigger than I'd pictured (before I knew where it was) and had a mostly open kitchen. Oddly enough, the entrance and bathrooms were in a different location than when the place was Zaya but the rest of the interior was similar. The vibe of this place was somewhat trendy, although not so much so that I felt out of place in jeans and a sweater with my mother. Being that wine bar is in the restaurant name, it's not surprising that they have a lot of different wines to choose from. There are lots of different bottles and a good amount come by the glass. We both had a glass of Savignon Blanc, I'm not sure which but it was good. This restaurant has a few entrees, but the main draw seems to be the large selection of tapas so we decided to try those. We had the spinach-chickpea casserole, tuscan kale, gambas al ajillo and mussels. We were also given complimentary bread and olive oil and a complimentary sample of paella. We enjoyed the kale the most. The sauce was a slightly sweet balsamic vinigrette and it was extremely tasty. The mussels were good too, although spicier than we were expecting. The spinach-chickpea casserole wasn't bad but it was on the bland side and the shrimp was well, shrimpy. I'm looking forward to going back and trying more of the tapas. Though I miss Zaya, I hope this place sticks around.
(4)Jorge F.
Excelent service, great tapas and Paella. The Jamon Serrano could be better but overall is a place I will come back and would recommend to anyone!
(4)Josh M.
Rainy, rainy arrival to a warm and inviting restaurant and bar. Very cordial staff and excellent atmosphere. Waiter was friendly and helpful, but a little bit absent. Hot dahlia cocktail was a hit with two. Cheap bottle of garnacha satisfied the others. Ordered 10 tapas from the grand menu, and only two were naughty. Brussels were bland and plain and the gambas were stagnant and mostly raw. The ceviche, flank steak, calamari, cauliflower, and shishito peppers were nice. Saw the paella from afar, and will likely journey back to taste. Overall, a worthwhile jaunt before putting on the red suit. Have yourselves a merry Christmas and a happy New Year!
(4)Pang H.
Good food; better than many tapas spots, not overlypriced. I would say about $50/person for a good amount of wine and tapas. good adult crowd. good ambiance. good friendly service. free valet. make a reservation, busy place. the only downside is that you will wait 15-30 minutes, even with a reservation on the weekends. hip place. good for conversation and chillin with friends. you may sit pretty close with others, however, the music is just loud enough to where you feel you are not sitting in on their conversation. the highlight of the evening was seeing a couple eat cheese and meat with a fork...lol...had to be a first date. ha ha
(5)Lindsay E.
Went here on a Tuesday night with a party of 4. Our first thought when we walked in was WOW -- they've done so much with the space. The ambiance and decor of the place are awesome. Lots of reclaimed-looking wood and industrial light fixtures creates a "warm but cool" vibe. There's a cozy outdoor patio with heaters and a fireplace, a quieter inside room, and then the more lively bar area that has tables as well. The bar area was bumpin' for a Tuesday night. I live in the hood and this place definitely fills a void as far as food type and atmosphere goes. We ate a lot. I can't remember everything we ordered but we did the "10 tapas for $70" deal. As dishes started coming out, a couple were REALLY good (cauliflower fennel casserole, grilled octopus), but most were just okay (hangar steak was really tough, roasted pumpkin had a weird watery texture, asparagus was just blah). And the portions were extremely small for the price point -- 5 measly spears of asparagus with a teaspoon of unmemorable sauce for $9.50? Really? The menfolk in our group found it odd that there were no Spanish beers on the menu. Our server claimed this was because none of them were any good, but seriously, you're billing yourself as a Spanish restaurant, if you're going to have PBR and Miller High Life on the menu, you can throw a Spanish beer or 2 on there. Yes, I know its a "wine bar" but still, it just seemed strange. I really wanted to like this place, and I will probably end up going back at some point just because its convenient and the atmosphere is great, but overall I think its quite overpriced for the food quality/quantity. Next time I will pass on the tapas and focus on the wine list.
(3)Starbuck S.
Definitely try this place, totally worth a try at least once! A very nice/trendy/elegant place for food/drinks/happy hour/dinner if you are looking for a different location or experience in Atlanta (Inman Park area). Tried this place last night (1st time) w/a friend. Had heard of the place but had no idea how awesome & nice it would end up being. Sat outside under the heaters, even tho wasn't overly cold. A nice ambience outside so definitely sit outside if you can. Good for people watching as well. Service was excellent & extremely attentive. Our server helped to "explain" many different wines (and food items) so that we could better understand taste/selection prior to purchasing (since the wines are Chilean, Argentinian, Spanish). We ended up going with the suggested Reserve Cab from Spain. Was outstanding! Loved the variety of tapas also and especially the UN-limited bread basket (sourdough type bread w/a crunchy crust) with awesome Spanish olive oil. Yuuum & the bread definitely helps to "absorb" too much of the awesome wine you'll probably end up drinking as we did! :) Definitely be sure to try the 40-yr aged port if you enjoy a fine port (even tho will cost you around $20 a glass)! Expensive, yes! Worth the cost, Absolutely (and the port we had was outstanding)!! Also heard that the desserts are outrageous but were too fully at that point to try dessert. Finally: Be SURE to make a reservation if going on a weekend. My friend mentioned a 2-hour wait for dinner for 4 people recently! Better suggestion is to go on a Mon/Tues/Wed PM when supposedly the place is a bit less-crowded and you can walk up & be seated immediately (as we were able to), which is a very nice thing to have occur! Enjoy!!
(4)Andrea P.
OMG! the Churros! I have dreams about them! and the Salted Cod tapas! to die for! as well as the patatas bravas, the ham & cheese balls, the lamb.....I could go on and on!!!
(5)S W.
Made reservations for my birthday on a Saturday night. I knew it would packed, but I didn't mind to grab drinks before we were seated and enjoy the crowd. I didn't anticipate waiting 45-60 min for our table since we had made reservations. During that time, the hostess(es) were completely polite but never offered to try to get us at another table or even offer a gesture of good customer service like send a round of drinks or tapas over until we got seated. I didn't mind to wait but I had guests that I had invited. Makes me wonder about the restaurant's operational decisions if a person with reservations had to wait 45+ min regardless of the crowd. Once we did get seated, our server was fantastic and attentive. We selected a bottle of wine and she suggested a similar one that was well-liked but a little cheaper. The food is amazing. Every bit consumed was outstanding. The albondigas are the best in town. I'll def be back but hopefully won't have to wait so long!
(4)Travis N.
In a phrase Barcelona lived up to it's expectations. That was a tall order when I'd been bombarded with so many raves from friends (real and social media based). I decided to check it out one night after work with a friend. We were able to walk in with out a reservation get a decent table and service quickly. The wait staff was knowledge and attentive, their recommendations were spot on. The wine list was extensive, and while I didn't really get a chance to explore it, I found a wide range for palettes and prices. I kinda have to laugh at the idea that they also have full entrees on the menu, we were unable to get through more than 1 round of (4-5 tapas) and none around us were doing any better. The one little quirk of the place is the lack of name on the outside. The first trip takes a bit of process of elimination on Highland, it's basically the ONLY place without it's name out front. I hesitate to give it all 5 stars because I've recently begun limiting those to the truly exceptional meals I've had, Woodfire Grill, Saison in San Francisco etc. I don't mean to name drop those, I just mean to give context! Barcelona was not at that level, nor is it really meant to be. It did however manage to meet some very lofty expectations, and that is a very hard thing to do.
(4)Mallory C.
You know about atmosphere, right? That undefinable something that a place either has or doesn't. It's that thing that makes everyone look better, everything taste better, and creates a feeling that you were supposed to be right here right now. Well Barcelona has heaps of atmosphere and I like it! The bar is the place to be. Beautiful people, charming bar tenders (including one with and Irish accent oh my), nice lighting and quick access to the booze. The menu is tapas style and you'll need a few if you come in even the slightest bit hungry. I personally was underwhelmed by the food. I felt it lacked seasoning and relied more on preparation (pickling, searing, frying, etc) to achieve flavor. The wine list was long, and fun to explore and everything was about a 1.50 higher than it should be. Oh well atmosphere ain't cheap! I know I'll be back by myself, with friends, and with future dates.
(4)Gina B.
This place has everything a great restaurant should have - excellent food, great service, lovely decor and an inviting atmosphere. Sunday through Thursday, they have a tapas special - 6 plates for $45. My friend and I split it and it was plenty of food. I haven't tried any entrees (I'm sure they're wonderful) but the tapas are so good I don't know that I'd want to. I especially loved the mushrooms and goat cheese and the chorizo and figs. The roasted garlic bulbs are also tasty but you might smell like garlic the next day... My only complaint is that it has an open kitchen. It creates a fun atmosphere, but my friend and I ended smelling like fried food the rest of the night. It's a minor compliant - the place smells great! It can get really crowded, so a reservation is probably best for a weekend. The bar is a nice spot if you opt for just a meat and cheese plate or a couple of tapas. Overall, a little taste of Spain that is worth the price and wait!
(4)Candy T.
Great wine. Really unique tapas with lots of variety.
(4)Christine B.
Love this place! Great crowd of people, exceptional service, amazing wine selection and did I mention the food?! Have been here on several occasions and have never been disappointed (except when they don't have pork cheeks). The ham and cheese croquettes are down right addictive and the flank steak with truffle oil is out of this world. The paparadelle with rabbit is definitely high on the list as well. During the week they have a great deal on tapas and Sunday's bottles of wine are 1/2 price. If you get overwhelmed by their enormous (200+) wine list, their servers and management are more than happy to help and have always directed me to something I loved! Warning - this place gets BUSY!! Can't wait for warmer weather to take advantage of the great outdoor areas they have!
(5)Mark M.
Happened onto this place while looking for Parish. :) Sat at one of the two tops to the left. Very cool atmosphere. Waiter offered many suggestions to my questions - great. He recommended a good $35 bottle of red, and we sampled tapas like Risotto, shrimp, Brussels sprouts, etc. Nice manager/owner who lives upstairs, and hostess was kind to call a cab for us on that rainy night.
(4)Albert W.
A foodie's haven. Let's just say my dinner bill was $300 bucks. Every moment was memorable. Great place for intimate date, trendy, warm and modern.
(5)Claudia R.
So very good! Sat at the bar while I waited for my friends to arrive. The bartenders are very cool and friendly. Ordered a glass of the Flora Sangria and OMG, was it delicious...that's what we all ended up drinking for the rest of the night. Once were seated (in one of the large booths by the bar - good for people watching) we ordered the 10 tapas sampler, and were not disappointed. We let the chef choose - good choice, btw - and among the standouts were the potato tortilla, cauliflower casserole, and the steak paillard. Dessert was simple but awesome: fresh churros, with a hot cocoa-type dipping sauce. The servers and management were friendly and welcoming, and I love the decor and vibe - cannot wait to go back!
(4)Ian M.
My friend and I had a bad, dreary brunch with really bad service at a different restaurant, so we skipped dessert there and spontaneously stumbled upon Barcelona Atlanta. The attractive atmosphere and uniformly cheerful crowd drew us in, and I am so glad for that. We ordered coffee and desserts from a really sharp waitress, and we did not have to wait long for a banana shortbread concoction (my friend) and dessert crepes (me). Wow, they were really good. The host, knowing we were there just for dessert and coffee, came by and surprised us with an extra dessert, some sort of peach-raspberry cobbler that was hot and served a la mode. I generally don't like fruity desserts, but this was freaking delicious and totally appreciated. I would give this place four stars instead of five because parking in the area can be kind of tricky, but the restaurant itself was worth about six stars (with the surprise cobbler as the sixth star), so five stars from me. I can't wait to go there again.
(5)Xteethx B.
Lobster risotto was great. The shrimp tapas were savory as well and the waiter was nice enough not to charge for it because it came out very late. Loved the atmosphere and the service and looking forward to trying other tapas on my next return.
(4)arlene d.
We sat at the bar on a Sunday good day 1/2 price bottles of wine . Service very lax to get 2 cocktails 4 tapas and a bottle of wine we were in there 3 hrs. Some of the dishes not as described . Kind of pricey for tapas . The scallions in mushrooms very raw. Beef empanadas the dough around edge was raw. Had to ask twice for bill. Slow
(3)Amy C.
I hardly give restaurants 5 stars but "Woo-freaking-hoo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" THIS IS AS GOOD AS IT GETS; I PROMISE :) My girlfriend's birthday was this weekend and wanted to try this place because she had heard so many good things about it. While we didn't make a reservation (because you have to make a reservation ahead of time), the manager/owner, Sean, made sure we were seated at a reasonable time. Inman Park has really blossomed into a little metropolitan neighborhood with many different restaurants within a block of each other. Our server was Billy, and he is the most awesomest bestest server I have ever had. He made the whole experience one that will be talked amongst my friends for ages to come. The tapas are deliciousssssssssssssssssss BEYOND delicious; whatever they are doing, I need to know so I can re-create some of these tapas dishes at home. We shared the potatoes, calamari, goat cheese salad, shrimp in a delicious butter something or another sauce that went perfectly with the bread, their eggplant dish, chicken, and beef empanadas. To end our already FABULOUS meal, we ordered their chocolate and caramel crepe which is tiny explosions of awesomeness going off in your mouth . I can't say enough or write enough about just how wonderful this place is in terms of atmosphere, service, and food. Everyone is so friendly which only adds to how much fun our dinner was. YOU GOTTA TRY THIS OUT! AND TAKE ME WITH YOU WHEN YOU GO :)
(5)Daniel C.
went to BARCELONA for a first date....not only was I impressed with my date, but Barcelona delivered a wonderful experience as well. I went there on the advice of some coworkers and I couldn't have been more happy. great atmosphere....fantastic food (the charizo and sweet figs was amazing)....go....experience....have a blast and leave full on many levels!!
(5)Anne R.
Went here for the first time on Friday at 7:15 - glad we made a reservation since it was crowded and got more and more crowded the later it got. We sat in the bar area which was loud but we liked the atmosphere. Our waiter, TJ, was great. Very friendly and very helpful. He definitely made the experience even better. The manager also stopped by a few times to check in on us - greatly appreciated. Onto the food- very very delicious! We started with 2 cheeses and a meat which were all great recommendations and very tasty. Our other two dishes were the Chorizo with Sweet and Sour Figs - WOW!! Would order this again in a heartbeat...and the Gambas a Ajillo (shrimp) which were tasty but we would probably try something new next time (oh and there will be a next time). The wine list was extensive and TJ knew what he was talking about. Really recommend going!
(5)Mandi T.
This was a really fun place to go after work and share appetizers with friends! We shared 10-12 small plates! Everything was sooo good....I loved everything but, I will have to say NOTHING HERE IS HEALTHY....even the veggies are fried (but amazing) I would suggest having a snack before. What a hot spot and valet parking is awesome!
(4)Alex J.
Had a very nice evening. The tapas were good and the staff were friendly and helpful. Definitely a good choice.
(4)Elizabeth M.
Worst SERVICE EVER!!!! Had reservations at 8:45 on Saturday night. We got there a little bit early but we were not seated to our table until almost 9:30. We asked the staff three different times while we waited for our table because there was no point of making reservations if they make you wait anyways. After we sat down we were not waited on for another 10 min and the server had such a hard time waiting on multiple tables. We ordered our drinks and they even served them to the wrong table. This was our first time visiting the restaurants after hearing amazing reviews. I was not impressed with the service, staff nor food. McDonald's can provide better service than Barcelona. I would not recommend this restaurant if you want to be seated on time, get service when you sit down and want average food.
(1)Allison M.
We had an event there this past Tuesday and we could not recommend a better place! Their staff is fantastic, the food incredible! Such an absolutely wonderful venue and staff! Please check out this restaurant for dinner, drinks or an event!
(5)Mari M.
Went for Brunch, glad they have more than eggs, they include faves from regular menu... high quality food, wished the charcurterie plate were a little more generous... but great service, beautiful restaurant . Great for first dates and seconds and thirds...
(4)Ellen T.
A great date night spot. The ambiance is very vibrant and the decor is fantastic! Our waiter, wish I had his name handy, was as good as they come. He moved to ATL from Stanford, CT, where I believe he worked at another Barcelona location. He was really great at providing suggestions, such as input on the cheese plate. We had chosen one and wanted suggestions on the other two, and he was spot on. Those cheeses were delish! I know we had a sheeps milk, the manchego, and one other that he said was his favorite, and that was a great way to start the meal. Service was very good. Different runners bring out your plates, and even the chefs pop by from time to time. They were very efficient at ensuring our water glasses were always filled, and clearing plates away as we finished with them. I would say you need 2-3 tapas per person. We had the chickpea/spinach casserole (pretty good), kale (way way too salty, otherwise would have loved), steak paillard (amazing, was a recommendation of server), tuna tartar (my FAVE!), and some other meat that I didn't try and can't find on the menu, but my boyfriend wolfed it down and said was very good. Server also recommended a really cool spanish wine that we had never had. I was very impressed with the wine list, and this is a cool place to try something totally different than you're used to.
(5)Maria K.
This is one of my favorite restaurants in Atlanta. They have friendly service, great wine selection, & their foods always meets my expectations. I love their tapas menu, but the last few times I tried their main dishes and loved them. Would recommend for a girls night out or a just because dinner!
(5)Nic K.
I think I was expecting more from all the hype this place has received. For starters, I called two weeks in advance and was able to get a reservation at the time I wanted. A friend of mine called about 5 days before and anything that wasn't crazy early or crazy late was already reserved. I came this past Saturday with a few friends. The waiter was attentive. He didn't hover over us, but was also there when we needed him. The food.....it was ok. There were some items that were absolutely delicious. We enjoyed the ceviche and the crispy cabbage. Both were excellent. The mushrooms in goat cheese and the tuna tartare were also pretty good. We were a bit disappointed in the shrimp. My husband ate one that must've been a bit older and had a very fishy taste. We ordered some pitchers of white sangria. It was good and not too sweet which we liked, but there was barely any alcohol in it. I'm sadly usually good to go after two glasses. I had four glasses and was still speaking coherently and wasn't telling stories that weren't made for public telling. Either I grew a tolerance for alcohol overnight - and if I didn't build a tolerance during my 4 years of college debauchery, I highly doubt I will now - or the sangria was wayyyyyyyyy weak. As we were walking to our cars, silence fell over my group of friends. Finally, one piped up and said, "It wasn't as good as I was expecting." We all nodded in agreement. We expected more from a place that still had a line out the door at 10:30pm. A place that has been crowded since the day it opened about 9 months ago. I found the food and drinks to be better at the old Loca Luna (when they were still on Juniper) and Cafe Tu Tu Tango. Obviously, many do not share my opinion as this place seems to be THE spot to be every night of the week.
(3)Melanie S.
Man oh man. I really wanted to give this restaurant a better review. I've been here multiple times and it's a mixed bag. Last time I was there the food and service were poor. During my latest visit the food was good but the service was poor again. The decor in the restaurant is sophisticated and the patio is very nice. There is an outdoor fireplace which adds a nice touch. Barcelona does have a wonderful wine list with over 250 wines. We ordered the red sangria and it was good. I ordered the lobster risotto, beef empanadas and the beet salad with walnuts and blue cheese. All were good and I particularly enjoyed my beet salad! We all tried each others' tapas and I really liked the chickpea and spinach casserole with cumin. As far as service is concerned, I was very disappointed. However, the manager was very gracious and compensated us for the service. Because of the manager I would come back.
(3)Kay W.
Oh my goodness, it's hard to imagine how loud this place is. and over-priced. and over-hyped. There is absolutely no way I will spend $10 on 7 asparagus spears. Not gonna happen. Well, not twice anyway. The ambience/cool factor of Barcelona totally lives up to its reputation, but I much prefer less hype and more value. The food was certainly acceptable and even good at times, but not worth the money or the hassle frankly. Most dishes are pretty small, even for tapas. One notable exception is the mussels. They were absolutely delicious and bountiful. If I recall, they were around $10. Based on other dishes, I figured we would score about 5-7 mussels for that price. Instead, we got around a dozen or so. They are served in a surprising red sauce with just enough kick to have you reaching for the accompanying grilled bread to chase away the heat. Speaking of bread....The bread served to the whole table was by far the most stellar thing about barcelona. It comes to the table fresh from the oven, piping hot. It is heavenly. The server did not bring butter which initially puzzled us. He returned a few minutes later with a saucer, an Olive Oil bottle and the biggest pepper mill I've ever laid eyes on and commenced to creating a little Italian butter tableside. It was nice and all, but the bread was really just too good on its own to foul it with the oil. winners at our table - beef empanadas, mussels, losers - bibb salad w/ almonds, hangar steak (tasty, but tiny) I doubt we will return, but if we do, it will definitely be for the patio. It looked downright inviting. The wines by the glass are not very plentiful and what they do have is expensive. Get the Sangria. It's actually really nice.
(2)Kurt L.
Long story short: terrible, rude service. Four of us arrived Wednesday 7:30pm without reservations. The place was packed. The host took our name but wouldn't tell us how long the wait was -- wouldn't even give us an estimate. Okay, fine. We all go to the bar and each order a (pricey) drink. 15-20 minutes later we finish our drinks, and again we ask if they can give us an estimate. (Forget getting seated, we just want to know how long the wait is!) AGAIN the host refuses to tell us. He rolls his eyes and says, "There are /many/ people in front of you." Well, okay. We left and walked across the street to Fritti, where we were seated immediately, had a great dinner, and were served by one of the friendliest waiters ever. (Maybe it was just the contrast to Barcelona?) All I can guess is Barcelona didn't really want us, so the best way to get rid of us was to refuse to seat us, refuse to give us a wait time, and generally be rude. It worked. We won't be back.
(2)Ms.Nita B.
Pros: THey definitely have the ATL, sex and the city, urban chic vibe down! Nice ambience-- pretty high noise level on the inside due to the high ceilings (best bet is to sit outside if you're on a date) and it's located in a hip little area- the old 4th ward/Inman Park. Umm.. the best dish for us was the grilled hangar steak. Cons: Barcelona did not take me back to my Barcelona days abroad. In fact, their name is a disgrace to the true spanish city! The food was less than mediocre. I've had better tapas AND a better tapas experience at Eclipse di Luna and Cafe Tu Tu Tango. I just wasn't impressed... half of our tapas were lukewarm/cold on the inside which was disappointing AND at the end of the night when we paid our $60 bill for two..we felt like we'd been bamboozled out of our good ole disposable income. Definitely too pricey for what you get. Look, I didn't mind the vibe of the place. If I went back it would be for drinks with my girls and to look cute, but not for the food. Maybe they should turn this place into a dessert & wine bar...hmmm. Bottom line: if you're ever in the old 4th ward, try sotto sotto, fritti, hell even Pure! Just don't waste $60 at this place or you'll feel duped! **FYI, we went over to the Urban Market acorss the street afterwards, and the red velvet cake there was pretty good!
(2)Keitha D.
I had been hearing so much from friends about Barcelona that I had to try it a few weeks ago. Well....i can have fun anywhere, so thats a good thing. But the food was just OK. I had the flank steak with chimichurri but substituted a pork chop since i don't eat red meat. I was happy the chef allowed that. And it was good! But i've definitely had better. The tapas were decent, although the roasted brussel sprouts stood out. I got the roasted garlic bulbs because i just knew that if you put that on a menu it had to be heaven sent. Nope. Just....mush. And no real indication if I should put it on something or just eat it whole...and mushy. Hmph. The wine was great and the fact that bottles were half off is what saved this day.
(2)Atl C.
Great ambience but overpriced drinks. Excellent variety. Great atmosphere. Go with an expense account because you're going to blow a ton of money.
(3)Ai T.
I give the place 5 stars for their service!!! We were group of 8 and we had to wait a little more than 15 minutes despite the reservation. We were all "hangry", but complimentary tapas started appearing from the kitchen as soon as we sat down. We were well taken care of and our server, Jeff was super friendly and pleasant Everyone, including our "birthday girl", left the place feeling very happy. The food was good - we had more than 10 tapas altogether and no left-overs.
(5)Therese H.
Food was delicious and the staff was quite friendly. They were accommodating of our rather large dog as well, which was a nice bonus. We'll be back!
(4)Locutus K.
Oh this place was so good. We had three tapas, a bottle of wine and their famous paella. Service was fantastic. I appreciate that the servers seem to have a lot of experience with the wine selection. Ours helped us make an excellent choice and we eagerly finished off the entire bottle. The tapas were mostly fantastic. The duck meat was a little lackluster but the sheep cheese and foie gras made up for it. If you are looking for a place that serves top notch foie gras, Barcelona would be your restaurant. Better still, they pair it with a sweet fig sauce that makes the perfect complement. We really enjoyed the paella, especially how crunchy it was. The only complaint is the size. It was a little huge for two people, especially after we took their recommendation of ordering three small dishes to tide us over during the wait. Lastly, this is more of a personal preference than a complaint but I also wish we had ordered the meat paella rather than the mariscos. I liked the shrimp and squid but had forgotten that the muscles and clams would come in their shells and I was a little unprepared to work so hard to eat my meal. At least now I have a reason to look forward to coming back!
(5)Tricia A.
I used to be a big fan of this place, as the food and drinks are fabulous; however, last night's dining experience left a sour taste in my mouth. My girlfriends and I decided to have an early dinner on the patio, as it was a beautiful day. Over the course of 5 hours, we enjoyed food and 4 pitchers of sangria. While the service we received from one of our servers was outstanding, we were being rushed out by the other and basically told we couldn't order anymore drinks. I understand the liabilities involved in serving alcohol to people; however, we were not being rowdy or obnoxious, and we told the server that we walked, therefore no one was getting behind the wheel. My girlfriends and I were not only offended by the way things were handled, but also embarrassed. We looked like children being reprimanded by their parents to the folks sitting around us. We're all in our thirties and forties and were polite, paying customers. There was absolutely no reason for us to be treated that way. I emailed the manager and he responded to me promptly, but I, as well as my girlfriends, don't plan to give them our business ever again.
(2)Karen F.
Meh - a fun atmosphere, good people-watching, but food is mediocre. Everything is much too rich, without any interesting taste. The tapas are rich enough, but they all seem to come with additional butter, oil, or creme fraiche alongside. I guess the upside is they are filling. The only standout for me was the warm bread and olive oil. The wine list looks overpriced - $30 for a sparkling wine that I've seen at Green's for $6? I guess if you go for the Sunday 1/2 price wine bottle special, that would be all right.
(2)Nina W.
First and foremost, I would like to apologize to Barcelona especially to their manager, for a huge mistake that I made regarding their valet service. I deleted my prior posting about it but I still would like to clear the air. I quite erroneously suspected that Barcelona's valet service were to blame for the theft of items missing from my car. At the time, I could only justify the accusation because I had visited no other place that night. With that behind, I feel I can press forward by describing my experiences going to Barcelona twice in one week which I did, if I may... *** I am from Boston and so discovering Barcelona in a southern city was a treasure chest - the decor sets a nice ambiance and the staff, including bar tenders and the DJ, make you feel at home. How? Keep reading.... I was excited to see an open air kitchen whereby they slice dried meats straight "from the leg". I will post pictures in a bit. The extremely jolly lady in charge of the cured meats and cheeses made outstanding recommendations and she even remembered me the second time I went in. Wine selection - a treat in Atlanta Food - I am a die hard cheese lover so I asked the server for a little sample (it was late at night but still wanted to munch on something). He came back with a very generous plate of soft cheeses which I told him I preferred, grapes included. When we ran out of grapes, he came back with about a quarter pound of them. I then requested a few songs from the DJ whereby he played everything. I highly recommend this place because its good drinks, service, food, great decor, and non pretentious people. -Nina
(4)Hector M.
The food was amazing like everyone else comments - we had Boquerones, Snails and Mushrooms for appetizers and they were divine. Paella was also delicious - just know that it takes a while for it to be prepared yet it is worth the wait. Service was excellent and they had great suggestions for wines to pair with food selections. Ambiance is sophisticated yet understated which I love and the crowd is a nice mix of people. Managers were awesome in correcting promptly an issue with my check. We'll be back pronto!
(4)Mimie J.
I'm a huge fan of tapas (who isn't?) and have been in search of a good place in Atlanta (sorry, Noche, you don't cut it). I pass this place on my way to Highland Bakery every weekend and constantly wondered what it was (there's really no sign saying Barcelona Atlanta so I had to do some research to even find out it was a tapas place!). The service was some of the best I've ever had in Atlanta. Ask for Chelsea to be your waitress for a wonderful experience. She was extremely knowledgeable, gave earnest answers (as opposed to the usual vague, "it's good") and a few suggestions to save some money (getting the three-pack of cheeses and meats for one), not to mention she's just adorable and super sweet. The first place came out within 5 minutes of ordering, and food was set down about a minute after the last plate was picked up. Perfect for tapas and very impressive for such a busy night! The food was all great. The portions or smaller but the tastes are big. They have a ton of variety and still maintain a traditional spanish flare. Absolutely wonderful!!
(5)Christina C.
i love love love this place! Everything was awesome. Complimentary valet parking, a must for someone with less than perfect (zero) parallel parking abilities. Walked in, and its got great atmosphere. Dim but not dark, lively but not crazy -very pleasing. Met my girlfriend at the bar and met the friendly and attractive bartender. nice! he suggested an aviator and I was in heaven b/c i just saw some chef mention one on the food network recently. Excellent, felt like such a grown up drink yet it was purple. I'm ashamed to say that despite having a cheese steak hours earlier it was my idea that we do the tasting sample menu of 6 tapas for 46.00. Service was a bit weird in that we had a waiter to introduce himself and a trainee and go over the menu with us but as he walked away mentioned that another young lady would be checking on us also. We didn't see the head waiter ever again and didn't see the trainer waiter until the end when he brought us the check and offered to pour sangria down our throats. hooray!! But the young lady (Allie) who was our server for the evening was a gem, hilarious and super attentive. AND the food...was delicious! we sampled most of the menu and I didn't have anything I didn't love. the mussels, albondigas, sardines, mushrooms, shrimp, it went on and on. I was so stuffed! yay! I can't wait to come back here. I don't know if this policy has changed but they had a great policy of if a plate touched your table it was yours even if you hadn't ordered it. I don't know who was making the mistakes but my belly sure did appreciate them.
(4)D.L H.
Staff was friendly (and maybe even a bit frisky with the girls we were with lol). The food was excellent. It had an authentic flair to it that reminded me of the real deal. Yes it oozed of pretentiousness, but hey we all need to feel like a snob once in awhile right? Well maybe not but the food was worth the inferior alternative over at Noche.
(4)Jason E.
Without a doubt the best restaurant experience I've had in Atlanta in the four years I've lived here. Our server, Emily was PHENOMENAL. She knew everything about everything and treated us like long lost friends. Our group goes out to eat several times a week, always trying a new place and we've made our way through every fancy pants restaurant in this city and have never had service even close to what we experienced last night. We shared all 6 of the larger tapas they had: Rabbit Pappardelle, Mussels, Tuna Tartare, Lobster Risotto, Lamb Chops and Bass I believe. All of the dishes were perfectly cooked, seasoned just right and actually crafted by people that you could tell LOVED what they did and even better, KNEW how to do it. Perfect. We finished with a cheese selection that blew us away. The rosemary crusted cheese was SO SO SO good. Our wine, La Atalaya, which was recommended to us by Emily, was easily the best wine I've been sold at a restaurant in YEARS. The perfect balance of dryness, pepper and dark fruit. SO good. It was EXACTLY what we described to her and she picked it out immediately. Anyone that knows wine at all knows how difficult it is to nail down something for someone else's palate. She did so effortlessly. Blew us away. I can't wait to go back and experience this place again. No wonder they were PACKED on a Monday night. Keep up the great work!
(5)Andrew C.
Manager tried to correct issues, but he has his work cut out. Really tried my patience. Ordered the six tapas plates for $45 for two people, didn't want alcohol so ordered iced tea and water. First two dishes came straight out almost immediately. We let them sit on the table because I didn't want to eat without a drink. Time was going very very slow and still no drinks. My friend said he was not the complaining type (liar) so I had to do the talking. Asked another server for our drinks so I could finally eat. So three of out dishes had arrived no problem. After about 45 minutes to an hour our drinks were empty and the waitress asked if she could get us dessert I said something like 'How about the other 3 dishes we ordered?' She said she would check on them and then she went the table next to us and engaged in a long conversation about her family with them. I had to hold back from saying something like could you talk to them later and get my food. At this point I summoned the manager, I tried to break it to him gently that the service sucked. He apologized and got us our other three dishes and showered us with free dessert and two extra dishes. The bill came to about $70 and my friend felt bad for the waitress and tipped her 40% in cash. Personally I like to tip 30% to 40% and see how gracious the server is (I wouldn't have given her 30% to 40% but I wasn't paying). Did she say thank you? No! Did she come back and say how generous? NO! Our bill is paid and a friend stops over at the table and wanted a glass of wine. Forever and ever we couldn't get a server. She gets up and flags one down and orders her drink. 15-20 minutes pass, we do not even tell her about our experience and she says "Are they pressing the grapes for my wine?" Service needs work, food was really good and the manager was helpful.
(2)Duncan B.
Pork Belly was amazing!
(5)sheree h.
Barcelona is a atmospheric sigh of relief for the VA High strip. As always, adore what Skylar Morgan did with the interior design. Great meat and decent wine, I've had the empanadas, arugula salad, mushrooms and brussels sprouts, although I have to say, whatever the couple at the next table shared with us was amazing. I've been twice now and its been delicious both times, but watch your pocketbook, the bill can sneak up and b*tchslap you if you're not careful, and the food is very rich, and can do the same an hour later.
(4)Jessica M.
Atmosphere, check. Service, check. Overall this is a place i would def return to for drinks and to eat a bit but probably not for dinner if i was wanting a full meal. We had a few tapas and really wanted to try the Paella as the main. The tapas were tasty..the mahi ceviche was the best--great flavor, the octopus tapa was overwhelmed by the potatoes which was a shame bc it had great flavor as well. I hoped there would be a bit more meat in the meat tapas maybe they will work on that part--but the overall taste was great in these tapas. The 2 person paella was just OK. Not bad but suprisingly not fantastic....large the 2 person portion could easily feed 4 so thats always nice, but I was definitely not wow'ed and actually made me feel better about my own homemade version. That said, i'll return here for drinks and tapas for sure :)
(4)J E.
If you want Spanish gods delivering perfect plates of heavenly goodness, this place is for you. Ok, so maybe the people are not imported directly from Spain, but they could have been and perception matters. They put their heart into it and that is the essence of Spain. With so many restaurant managers wastefully sitting behind a computer now looking at labor and food costs all day, it was nice to see the manager Sean working the crowd and building a sustainable long-term business by professionally interacting with customers. I was pleasantly surprised and hope this continues as part of their culture. Food lives up to the service. Came with the hubby and we had four tapas and the chicken plus dessert. Recommend the meatballs, the steak, empanadas, and the main plate of chicken. If they put whatever spice is in the potatoes that come with the chicken into the calamari, that calamari dish would rock too. Get the crepe dessert - will not disappoint and the Rioja to balance the meal. Welcome to the neighborhood!
(5)Tara M.
I'd probably give this place 1 star except we had really good service. I'm not sure why they have a tag-team 2 waiter per table system, but whatever. Chelsea was the server who primarily took care of us. She was attentive, informative, and made a great wine recommendation based on our taste preferences. Two thumbs up for her service. The food, however, was incredibly lame. The first dish set the tone for the entire food experience - $10 for a tiny little plate of fried artichokes that consisted of 3 thin slices of heart no bigger than a quarter and a few woody, inedible leaves. LAME. The mussels were a hearty portion, actually much larger than I expected, but were in a sauce that tasted like nothing but reduced canned crushed tomatoes with crushed red pepper. Again, lame. The mushrooms a la plancha were thinly sliced - why? That's pointless and it made for a poor presentation and texture. The chicken empanadas were OK and the chorizo and figs were good, but two dishes does not make a meal. For $120 we were severely disappointed and doubt we'll return.
(2)Rob P.
Only went for a happy hour, but loved the whiskey/beer menu and everything i tried off the menu was delicious. Need to go back.
(4)Broderick S.
I've only stopped in for an app and a glass of wine, but so far I love what I see. Technically a chain, but they eschew the term for good reasons. They've taken a parcel in a building and turned it into a beautiful neighborhood restaurant with dark woods everywhere. I look forward to checking out more of the menu
(4)J. D.
Hip and modern, but yet quite comfortable atmosphere. Trendy crowd. Vibrant feel. Attentive, friendly service. Excellent tapas. No place is perfect, but for a newcomer this place has it together and will only improve. Welcome to Atlanta my new friend.
(4)Sarah B.
Went last night for Inman Park Restaurant Week. The food was fantastic as always, but the service was crap. Slow, and bordering on pretentious. That's not normally the case here, so I'm hoping our server was just having an off night. But it definitely marred our experience.
(3)barbara m.
Went to Barcelona for New Years Eve- had an 8 PM reservation. Great service from the time we walked in, had a quick drink at the bar and were seated. There were a couple foks waiting on us and answering our questions. Being vegetarian, there were lots of options for me and they were accomodating to take bacon on of one of them. We ordered 4 tapas and the vegetable paella- very large, enough for 2-3 people, especially after the tapas. Everything was very flavorful and well cooked. Also had a couple different cocktails, all very tasty. The decor is hip, but not over done. The manager came over to make sure everything was good. Had a very good experience from begining to end....would definately recommend and return!!!
(5)Beth M.
Seriously worst service I've ever had. NEVER sit at the bar. Sat for at least 20 minutes before anyone attempted to take my drink order, the drink was good, but seriously? There were 3 bartenders and maybe 15 people at the bar. We were given a menu, we asked the bartender if they were out if any food items, he checked, told us a few and wandered off. We waited to order but he took the menu away and have us the bar menu. Ummmm.... Did you forget to check if we wanted to order food off the regular menu since we had one and have been here for at least 45 minutes?!? Really?!? We got the tab and went to vortex, where in the first 15 minutes we got a shot, drinks, and ordered. The food and drinks are good, if you can get them.
(1)Jessica F.
Nice outdoor atmosphere, fun people watching, but my is it overpriced! The bread and olive oil were delicious, the spinach and chickpea casserole and mashed chickpea dishes were good, but not good enough to overcome the fact that they charge $17 for 7 small pieces of cheese or $7 for 6 bites of ceviche. Sitting outside on a warm spring evening was great, but there are much more reasonable places to do it!
(2)Michelle C.
Everything from the atmosphere to the food to the service was great. The room is a bit loud around the bar, but they have outdoor seating and a separate room in the front where it would not be as bad. Our waiter, Edgar, was awesome. Very attentive, gave a great wine recommendation that was even a lower price point than what we originally asked for and also didn't charge us for the one tapas plate we didn't enjoy. We didn't even ask for it to be taken off, we just told him he could take the half finished plate away and when he asked if we didn't like it, we said the seasoning was off, so no, and he took it off our bill! What service! The drinks we had at the bar were well made and the wine was great. All the other tapas we had were delicious and the Churros for dessert was the perfect ending. We will definitely be back for future date nights.
(5)Amber O.
The three stars are based solely on the service, which I'll admit was was attentive and fantastic. The wine list had an extensive assortment that fell within a wide price range, which was appreciated. However the food just totally missed the mark for me sadly. I live in Inman Park, so I have wanted to try this place for a long time. I ordered the hangar steak and the cauliflower and they were just so-so to me. For the money, honestly borderline disappointing. Come for a fun ambiance and the wine list, but eat before.. I think I'll stick with Sotto Sotto next time which is just across the street and not even in the same ballpark.
(3)Hollywood G.
My friends and I went to Barcelona for the first time last night to celebrate a birthday. Our first observation was that it was PACKED. The bar area was wall to wall! We arrived 30 minutes early for our 8:30 reservation, but ended up not being seated until 9:30. The management tried to make the wait as pleasant as possible, however, as we were given a complimentary appetizer at the bar.. There was a cocktail server who passed every few minutes with trays of amuse bouches (sp?) which were delicious. He didnt even judge you if you took more than one or sampled every time he passed (dont judge us, we were starving). All of the employees were extremely pleasant. Once we were seated and the server realized we had been waiting an hour for our table, she was very apologetic. We were brought 8489294399355 complimentary tapas and our first round of drinks were on the house. TALK ABOUT SERVICE! My friends and I were super full by the end of our meal and when the bill came we could not understand how it was only $96 (four people, 838483843432 tapas, 838848433 glasses of wine). Our server was awesome and our cars were waiting outside by the time we got there. Overall, one of the best dining experiences I have ever had (and I eat out ALOT), despite the 1 hour wait. I will return to Barcelona again and again (probably starting next week), lol. P.S.- we had the beef empanadas, papas bravas, hanger steak, chickpea puree, white asparagus, a sweet potato flatbread that was divine, calamari, pork croquetas, and paella (the order for 2 fed 4). I think there was more but that is all I remember (there were several glasses of wine involved). Everything was delicious! Thanks Barcelona!
(5)Ron R.
Amazing and lots of fun....
(5)Donnie W.
I really enjoy eating at Barcelona and chose to visit for my birthday with 2 friends tonight (Dec. 8). However, when we arrived for our 6pm reservation for 3, we were approached by the rudest hostess named Emily. I was told the reservation was only for 2, which was incorrect because I have the email confirmation and we were told that we would have to sit in the loud bar area or wait. I was not happy. Emily also spoke nasty about us to another hostess while we were standing there waiting. We finally got to sit in the main dining area and had a great meal and experience. The wait staff are fantasitic. The evening was turning out great until we were leaving. Emily proceeded to speak nasty about us again to another hostess while we were leaving and I heard what she was saying and turned around. Emily of course stopped talking then. I really hate rude people especially when the restaurant is great. Barcelona needs to put Emily in the kiichen and not have her working with customers.
(4)Ross E.
Service was impeccable and, as a result, we will be going back and also recommending this to our friends. They were slow bringing our food out so comped us several plates. The sangria was too sweet so they also comped us a pitcher. Ive lived in NYC and SF and have to admit: this place cares about service more than most in ATL. What a refeshing experience. Go check it out. Food is great, atmosphere is fun. Cant lose.
(4)Chris M.
Absolute mistake. We had gone to the tapas place in Virginia Highlands, which was an utter joke (didn't even know what a Spanish Tortilla was), so my wife and I had high hopes for Barcelona. We made an online reservation on their website. We got there on time, but they had no record of our reservation. We waited outside of half and hour. The place was super packed, but this is Atlanta where being crowded does not indicate quality. We finally got a table in the bar area, right by the door where servers access the front porch. Every time a server walked through the door he slammed it hard. So I had a door slam right behind my left ear every minute or so. It took them about 20 minutes to come and take our drink order. We were almost about to leave. They don't ask, "what do you want to drink?". Instead, they ask "Do you want water?" Do we want water???? We've been sitting for 20 minutes and this is supposed to be a tapas place. It was busy, but the table next to us was getting regular service. I anticipate a long delay. So we order a pitcher of Sangria and a beer, and water too. We wait. No drinks. The server comes over and asks if we want bread. We say, yes, but we'd like to order some tapas. Ok. We have now been there for 35 minutes minimum and the only questions our server asks us if we want bread and water. So, we order meatballs and the tortilla. They arrive in about 5 minutes. Still no drinks. We refuse to touch the food until the arrive and are designing our exit plan. As far as I'm concerned, even with food on the table, if it is untouched and you leave due to terrible service, that is not dining and ditching. Anyway, after about a 5 minute wait, the drinks arrive. This was by far the absolute worse Sangria I have had in my life. I've been to tapas places in Spain, Chicago, New York, Mexico City, and had all kinds of good and bad Sangria. Frankly, if they had just popped open a bottle of Carlo Rossi Sangria, it would have been better. It tasted like Kool Aid. I drink a glass. My wife has two sips. Disgusting. The tortilla was not bad. The meatballs tasted like Italian meatballs rather than Spanish style ones. The server eventually comes back. My wife tells her the Sangria is undrinkable and orders a bottle of wine instead. The server says she will remove it from the bill but is clearly irritated. She acts like, "Sangria is not for everyone and you should have listened to me and gotten wine." But she overlooks that this is not Sangria. It is watered down Kool Aid. Reminded me of Boone's Famr wine when I was in high school. We order three more tapas: chorizo and figs, swiss chard, and chick peas. The chorizo and figs were ok. The swiss chard wass not good. The chick peas and, was it spinach or greens, were awful. Of course, these arrived at least 15 minutes before the wine. So, we had the wine after the food was done. The wine wasn't bad. Overall, we felt the servers were unfriendly and unhelpful. The food was not good and overpriced. The Sangria was mind boggling horrible. On a scale of 1-10, we give it a 3. Bathrooms are nice.
(1)M.A. J.
Great food, nice buildout and outdoor patio is super fun space to relax and people watch. Very well trained and courteous wait staff. Try the hangar steak with black truffle sauce, insanely good.
(4)Reba Jean B.
This was the best place to go for a girl's night out. I really, really liked this restaurant. My best friend really liked it, too. However, I think she liked it because of the plethora of available men. We both couldn't believe the eye candy there at the bar. The only problems I have, and I have these problems with all trendy restaurants, it's way loud and turn up the damn lights just a little. The restaurant was packed on a Thursday evening and when it settled down a bit I could start to hear what my friend was screaming in my ear. As far as the light goes, what's up with that? Could I at least see the menu? Nuff of that bitchin',,, The food was fantastic. The sardines were yumm yumm. There is a great wine by the glass menu offered. We had an array of things offered on the menu and I'm impressed with all of them. In fact, this restaurant definitely stands up to other fine dining restaurants in Atlanta. The service was friendly and not pretentious in the least bit. I will suggest this restaurant to anyone. Can't wait for spring and summertime to spend evenings dining on the patio.
(4)Christine C.
We were seated almost immediately by one of the managers outside by the fireplace which was nice. However, about 15 minutes after being seated we called over a different waitress who got us our drinks & bread while we waited for our actual waiter to take our orders. Finally after the 25-30 minutes total after being seated, our waiter arrives & we order an entree (Churrascos) for my boyfriend and 2 tapas plates (steak paillard and chicken empanadas) for me. He asked us if we wanted all the food to come out at the same time or if we wanted our tapas to come out first. We told him we would like for everything to come out at the same time. A little while later, the chicken empanadas come. I waited a few minutes thinking that everything else would come out too but after 5 minutes, we just decided to eat the 2 empanadas before they got cold. A few minutes later my steak paillard comes. Since we said that we wanted all the food to come out at the same time, I waited for my boyfriends entree to come out so that we could eat together and not have me awkwardly eating by myself. Another 10 minutes later, my boyfriends entree finally came. Mine has started to cool by now but I was just happy to finally have our whole order out at this point. The fact that the waiter asked us if we wanted our food to come out at the same time & the fact that our food was not given to us at the same time like we agreed made me more annoyed at the whole night. One strange thing that some other reviewers have commented on was the variety of people bringing the food & looking confused as to where the food was supposed to go. For every item, we had a different person bring it to the table. They definitely seemed a bit unsure if they brought the correct food to the correct table. Throughout this whole time, the waitress who helped us at the beginning continued helping us. I think we maybe saw our actual waiter 2 times throughout the night. The food wasn't bad, but the service made the whole experience a miss. If it wasn't for that hardworking waitress who helped us, I would definitely give a 1 star. I don't think we will be coming back anytime soon.
(2)Esteban R.
very good... the only drawback is that its a bit noisy on the weekends.. .food has been good everytime I have been there.
(4)Mike B.
As someone who has heard all the hype regarding Barcelona and finally got to go I was somewhat disappointed with the experience. We planned ahead and made reservations for 830pm on a Saturday and arrived 15 minutes early. People were out on the sidewalk crowding the door and it was a pain in the ass to navigate the gauntlet of Atlanta's "in crowd" just to get inside. When we finally made it to the hostess table we said we had a reservation and of course they were running "a little behind" but the host was very gracious in keeping us informed about when our table would be ready so we decided to park ourselves at the bar while we waited. Tucker our bartender was great, recommended a bold red from Argentina that I enjoyed and was very attentive even though they were slammed. Unfortunately with the massive amount of people there it was hard to enjoy much of anything because someone was always beside you or behind you attempting to get to the bar. I recommend coming early or early during the week because it is just overwhelming the amount of people they try and pack into the place. 45 minutes later we were taken to our table where we were seated less than two feet away from a 6 top with a group of people who apparently went to Paris, Italy and a few other places in the last month. The couple on our other side, again less than two feet away, were at least semi quiet. If you enjoy being a part of other diners meals and hearing everything they did that day or being able to read their text messages then this is the place for you. Our server Kaylee was very good but had to squeeze herself in between tables at times and as you eat it's tough to really enjoy your food when you're that close to other people talking on the phone, texting or simply talking so loud you want to stuff olives in your ears. But I digress..onto the FOOD! On the whole ok to good but nothing that blew us away. I ordered the olives which were good, then the ceviche and for $10 you expect more than three bites but no that's about all you get. My wife got the wild mushroom with herb goat cheese which was very good as were the batata bravas(the sauce of Heinz ketchup with mayo plus liberal amounts of paprika has you thinking for a second but no its base is just ketchup...). The serrano ham and cheese croquetas were underwhelming with almost no ham and the fried cauliflower was good but again LIBERALLY dusted with paprika. We basically stayed with the tapas and bread which was good so you won't starve while you're there. We did not try the desserts although they all look great and sound very tasty. I liked the fireplace outside but again hard to enjoy anything because there are people everywhere!! I caught a glimpse of it between people and said, "wow". The service by Tucker, Kaylee and others was great so in that regard I cannot complain but the downside is you are quite literally sitting with other people as you eat and that is a huge turnoff. I will go back again but at a less crowded time and will request a table on the patio no matter what and will gladly wait for it. Inside is just over the top loud and so packed that it's really tough to enjoy much. I'll give it another chance but as I said I've had better both in atmosphere and food.
(2)Erica C.
I loved this restaurant! The scene was great and the food was beyond incredible. We went with a large group and the service was so attentive. It was definitely the place to be on a Saturday night. I am still dreaming of the white gazpacho special!!!!
(5)Jeanie M.
It was a cool March evening, but the outdoor fireplace and heat lamps kept us toasty as we tried our first Tapas bar at Barcelona in Inman Park. Brian, our waiter , upon hearing we were novices lead us through the menu and made fine suggestions. As my background was in Restaurants, I asked him to make selections for us and a wine for me to accompany his choices. Soon little plates of exquisite tastes arrived in a series, like the waves of an ocean, timed to perfection. Each bite was perfect. Highlights: Any and all the Vegetable dishes, the Steak- hanger was it? was so tender, the homemade salami and cheeses, the breads, even the sweetbreads-which we had never had before, were great. And the wine, I have no idea what it was but probably a pinot, was heavenly. We ended sharing a Coconut ice cream topped warmed chocolate cake with raspberry sauce and fantastic coffee. So romantic, the perfect night, the best service ever. Shawn the owner came by to say hello, on a busy Saturday night. Just the best night ever!
(5)Jill H.
I have always sat at the bar and had fabulous service and a lot of laughs! Everyone here is great and strives to make my visit here constantly better each time. Special shout out to Joe Rigoli and Natalia Holmes - you guys were what made me first fall in love with Barcelona!!!
(4)Danielle V.
I just returned from my second visit to Barcelona Wine Bar. This time, my boyfriend and I went specifically for the paella. When we checked in I mentioned my recent snafu with the credit card (only because the correction still hadn't hit my account) and the manager knew exactly who I was (and about my Yelp review, oops!). The red wine sangria was amazing, better than the white. And the paella was incredible - more than enough for two and had awesome flavor. We had the churros for dessert, again, and they are excellent. Ultimately, the manager was very gracious with our bill which I really appreciated after my first experience. What great customer service. I'll be back!
(5)Cinthya C.
Honestly after all the positive reviews I expected a lot more. The service was great although I wish our main server had not been so clueless. Maybe if she had guided us through the menu a bit more we would have been more satisfied. For tapas we had the ham and cheese croquetas which were good but nothing outstanding. We also had the ceviche which I can say was amazing. The downfall was our entree. We had the parillada which had grilled steak, chicken, pork and sausage of which honestly had no taste of Spain, it just was. We enjoyed the sausage, but everything else was just grilled. The saddest part was the side: French fries? Granted it was $25 pp, but how about some culture with the sides, or at least a green veggie? Our favorite for Spanish will remain The Iberian Pig for the food. The managers were very attentive and kind as was all staff. Just our server, not horrible, but def not great.
(2)Steve M.
I have been here at least three times and every time I get a bit more impressed. Best Spanish food in Atlanta. Staff awesome.
(5)Brandon Y.
this the best place i have been in Atlanta for tapas in my opinion. They have really great cocktails, and the serving staff is on spot. Id make reservations if you plan to go on the weekend or some weeknights.
(5)Rahi R.
Service sucks
(2)Julie S.
I went back to Barcelona and had a much better experience. I tried a variety of the menu and some of the tapas really knocked it out of the park. I love love LOVED dessert where we split the crepe and the churros. Amazing. I also once again loved the Bobal wine. Completely changed my opinion of this place and I definitely want to come back to take part of their half off bottles of wine Sunday special.
(4)Walid Z.
Very well thought out concept. Of course tapas are free in Spain with every glass of wine you get to try another tapa. Not here at Barcelona or anywhere in the continental USA. But, Barcelona is very decently priced. The staff are well trained and know their menu. The chefs are extraordinary and very hospitable. Sundays are always half of wine bottles. If you want to impress your boss or a hot date, head over to Barcelona and make sure you take a short walk to Inman park after a wonderful meal and a nice bottle of wine.
(5)Damon M.
Barcelona has an amazing atmosphere. Great looking crowd and friendly staff. They have a spectacular wine list and delicious food. If your looking to have dinner with friends or family, this is a great option.
(5)J B.
The concept is perfect. Wine list is incredible and management obviously knows what true service is all about. Knowledgeable but not cheesy salesman.
(4)Blaire B.
Currently one of my favorite restaurants in Atlanta. The food is phenomenal and the servers are very knowledgable and helpful with wine pairings. Which is great, because I'm not. The hands-down favorite dish of mine is the chorizo and figs. Paired with a bottle of Tempranillo (or whatever my server recommended) it is heavenly. I even asked them to "BRING ME MORE FIGS" done in my best 'kingly' voice (kidding, maybe) because the pairing with the wine was so on point. Can't even remember what else was had. The atmosphere is trendy and sexy. The wait can be atrociously long and the bar is packed. With hot people. Definitely get a reservation if you can help it.
(5)Lindsay J.
I finally tried out Barcelona a few weeks ago with a group (I felt like the last of my friends who had never been), and I have to say, it is one of the best places in Atlanta. There were four of us and the tapas were the perfect sizes for sharing. Definitely start out with a meat and cheese plate if you're with a group. Ah-mazing wine list, too. There are outdoor heaters and blankets for sitting outside. I can't wait to go back.
(5)Jasi L.
delicious food, cool amibience, great wine and cocktails... Took one of best friends there we had a wonderful experience, good service, though packed even on a tues,everything was delicious esp loved the mushrooms and fig chorizo dish...A lil loud but that is becuase it was packed and too cold for anyone to sit outside.. Def would go back
(5)Hillary L.
Sunday brunch at Barcelona is perfection. The ambiance and setting are ideal for a long three hour get together with friends. The food is outstanding! The staff is all very friendly (although some of them were poorly trained... reaching over my plate to pour water and not remembering who ordered what). There are not bottomless mamosas but the deal is even better: half of wine on Sunday... buy a bottle of prosseco and spend let than you would have on a bottomless drink!
(5)Aisha M.
I LOVE THIS PLACE! Great ambiance, incredible wine list, fantastic food. I love the back patio setup. A bar and beautiful fireplace make this the perfect place for a girls night, a cozy date, dinner with the family, or any other occasion. The Crispy Cabbage is excellent!
(5)Jacquelin L.
Was here on a Saturday night for a birthday dinner.. The wait was a little long, but was understandable for the large party size... Once we were seated everything was great! Our waiter and waitress were very knowledgeable of the menu, and took their time to explaim the menu to newcomers. The food was great!!! I had the plank steak, broccoli and feta, and calamari... I plan on going back to try other dishes. Word of advice, make reservations on the weekend otherwise you will have a long wait! I definitely will be going back.
(4)Michael P.
The best food I have had in a really long time. Every dish was amassing!!!! I would recommend you come!
(5)C B.
One of the best meals I've had in months. Plan $70 each for best possible experience.
(5)Mqew W.
I had their signature paella and it was just okay. It was not worth the price we paid for it! I'll go back to try their tapas with friends since that was most of the positive reviews.
(3)Jennifer P.
I expected this place to be 4 star and I wasn't feeling the tapas here at all. It's alright not up to par. We ordered like 8 plates for 2 people but I didn't like any of them. For those who love to drink, they have 50% off on their wine list on Sunday and Monday. But I wouldn't go back though.
(2)Kelsey H.
My best friend and i stumbled into Barcelona yesterday, very hung over from adventures in ATL on Friday. We were greeted by Cory, who was, hands down, amazing. He had awesome recommendations and made the experience perfect. Food was phenomenal. Environment was great. Eye candy.... On point. sexy man with the dreads.... I see you ;)
(5)Heather D.
This place is amazing!! I am visiting from Philly and I could not be happier. Lauda was amazing on helping choose a wine, Jared was a great server, the manager was amazing, brought the Chef out who is a Philly guy to say hi... This was an all around fantastic experience. Amazing wine selection... I was ready to choose and thought lets leave it up to the experts and so glad I did. Fantastic tapas, the ceviche to the hanger steak, simple elegant and the taste was out of this world. Barcelona more than lived up to their reputation any time I an in Hotlanta this is on my list!!!!
(5)Justin S.
I come here often. Thursday evening is my favorite because there is a live jazz band in the bar. Most of the tapas are very good; some favorites would be the grilled quail (the best), smoked octopus, charred broccoli, lamb chop, beef empanadas, and whatever fresh whole fish they have for the evening (the red snapper for example, is delicious). The cheeses are excellent, and wine selection extensive. If you want to sample several before deciding on a glass, they will accommodate. It can't always be said about establishments in Atlanta, but their staff--particularly at the bar, hostess staff, and manager--are outstanding and get to know their customers quickly. As a businessman, the only thing Barcelona could do better is have more bar seating, as while large, it is still a significant bottleneck to revenue maximization. But this is the nerd in me talking. Cheers, and enjoy.
(5)Victoria P.
I returned to Barcelona - this time with just one guest and we were seated outside. It was a Thursday evening and as usual, the restaurant was packed - but we were not crowded. It was comfortable. As usual Sean (I spelt it correctly this time....) was a charming host - one of the best I have experienced in the city. Did I ever mention the seafood paella at Barcelona? It is untouchable Myyyyy goodness! Totally don't-talk-to-me-while-I'm-eating D I V I N E! ! Our server was attentive and gave us good suggestions for our wine pairing. I do not recall the name of the wine - but I know it was Spanish and it complimented the drunken goat cheese dish very well. For dessert, I tried the Crepas Salguero which was naughty enough to make me blush.
(4)Nicci R.
We ordered Pulpo Gallego, Calamari, Steak Paillard,Grilled Hanger Steak , Chorizo with Sweet & Sour Figs, Lobster Risotto. All was good, but the Lobster Risotto an Steak Paillard were my favorites. We finished the meal with Crepas Salguero that was large and rich enough to share. Beautiful place.
(4)Laura F.
What a fantastic place to dine! Clearly well-known for their robust wine selection, to add to it, its a fantastic location, cozy patio dining, and knowledgable wait staff. Oh! Did I mention the delectable menu selection? It is quickly becoming one of my favorite places for a nice night out! Thankful it's Tapas so you can literally try to burn through the menu! Now...lets eat!
(5)Jennifer M.
I went with four friends for a very long overdue engagement dinner. We started with a pitcher of sangria which was very good. We ordered the grand sampler (10 plates for $70). We got to choose from their entire tapas menu which I really liked. The food came out pretty evenly spaced. Some of the winners were the potatoes bravas and the hanger steak. I really liked the goat cheese and mushroom dish as well. Our service was overall really good. They messed up one of the plates towards the end and left us with the mistake plate and brought out our correct dish. The only downside is the place is super noisy and very packed-even on a Wednesday. I will definitely be back to try some of the the other dishes.
(4)Monica S.
I cannot say enough about this restaurant/bar and how my quality of life has dramatically increased with this new addition to Inman Park. I love that 1) they have an awesome wine selection 2) not one server or bartender is super pretentious 3) the food is always quality. Only downfall - the service is a hit or miss, especially towards the end of the night. I love their 1/2 bottle Sundays and love, love Stan and Doug. This place is great for a birthday gathering, meeting a friend for drinks at the bar, or flying solo. This place attracts every demographic possible - which makes people watching so much fun. I know some people complain about the wait, but I think it's simply due to the popularity of the restaurant that keep their hostess on their toes as they try to squeeze in as many people as possible. No one ever wants to leave their table because Barcelona's atmosphere is cozy, inviting and full of energy. That said, don't go here if you're in a rush...but keeping in theme, don't ever go to a super popular restaurant during the weekend if you're in a rush.
(5)Luckie D.
BOO-YA....I love this place. The vibe, the energy, the class, the food, the drinks, the service. I've been three times and will return.
(5)Hannah Beth R.
Excellent servers- very friendly and knowledgable. One did accidentally pour some red wine into a glass of white, but them comped a dessert. In her defense, it was really dark! The paella is to die for. Will definitely return. Make sure to call several days in advance if you want a weekend dinner reservation!
(5)Danielle E.
This place gets 5 stars for the atmosphere and the customer service. The staff was very nice and accommodating. The churros suck but that's my only complaint.
(5)LaToya M.
Eclectic is the word i would use to describe the atmosphere and the menu. Exceptional wine selection. Unique cocktail selection, the Bourbon Spice Rack and Bramble Snap were yummy (i didn't get the buzz i desired though). I was with a large group and the service was great. We had a variety of tapas: marinated shrimp, calamari, asparagus meatballs, lamb, and all were delicious. Great for groups.
(4)Eduardo J.
Excellent place! the tapas is really good and the large wine list is huge they have a lot options.
(5)Sherry W.
I remember watching the construction of Barcelona when I would go workout nearby. Now that it is built and fully functioning, available parking around the area has significantly decreased; and thus, sparked my interest in the popular restaurant. Barcelona is a Spanish tapas restaurant in Inman Park. There's valet parking on the side and there's a nice outdoor seating area that follows along Highland Ave. The interior has a sultry dark mahogany theme, and walls lined with old black and white photos of pop culture icons. Although I didn't order any alcohol, I noticed the extensive wine list displayed behind the central bar. I was there on a Sunday afternoon and there was a beautiful amount of natural sunlight and air that made the meal enjoyable. I ordered the vegetables a la plancha -2 poached eggs delicately served above a bed of grilled vegetables, with a side of skillet potatoes. I thought the food was good, but I wasn't exactly wowed. I will have to try something else next time I come back. Really great attentive service. Slightly higher than average pricing.
(4)Dexter M.
Yum! I went here for brunch with a friend and had some great shrimp and grits. She had french toast. Both were excellent.
(4)Jason J.
So first let me say I couldn't wait to go here. My partner and I live around the corner and walked down last night for our first trip. The atmosphere is great, and the food was good, but the service sucked. The hostess seemed unsure. The servers were auctioning off food from table to table, with no idea where it belonged. The managers were dressed like they were going to the grocery store, not going to work. We had finished our appetizers before they bothered taking our entree order. We apparently had about 5 servers. The guy that got our drink order never showed back up. it all seemed very confused. For the food, our appetizer, Empanadas, were just blah. Our entrees were awesome. Having worked in restaurants doing every job from serving, to bartending, to managing I'm usually really forgiving, especially for new restaurants. However they've been open long enough to have worked out these service issues. We decided we'll try again once more, but if they don't improve that'll be it.
(2)John C.
We've been here twice in the last two weeks and we enjoyed the second visit just as much as the first. Essentially, all we have tried is the tapas, but there hasn't been a clunker among the twenty we've ordered. The tapas choices tonight had a number that weren't on the menu last week. The watermelon salad, although slightly different each time, was refreshing and delicious. We think the calamari is without question the best in Atlanta........lightly breaded and very flavorful. We ordered the Lobster risotto. The portion size wasn't much bigger than the tapas and for us not worth the extra cost. The staff is what actually earned them the fifth star. Each table is served by a team and both nights they were terrific. They are outgoing, knowledgeable, and super-efficient. Bravo!! Save a little room for dessert. The selection isn't extensive, but they are delightful and perfect for sharing. Outdoor seating by the fireplace should be great when the weather cools off.
(5)Roger W.
Awesome wine book, excellent tapas
(5)Dorothy S.
I love everything about this place! The first time I went to Barcelona was on an Inman Park food tour, and it was by far my favorite spot! They sat us down in our own alcove and gave us a wide variety of food to sample including, meats, cheeses, olives and warm bread, and a glass of sparkling wine. One of the managers gave us a rundown of the Barcelona concept, of its background, and of the food we were getting. He seemed incredibly passionate and excited about what he was serving. The next time I went was for a late brunch. It wasn't very bus and my date and I were given a complimentary order of the Spinach-Chickpea Casserole and asked for feedback. It's refreshing to see a restaurant that cares so much about their customers and the food they're serving! I think their brunch is a great alternative to the other places in the Inman Park area that often have incredibly long waits. I've had the Gulf Shrimp and Grits and the Goat Cheese and Chorizo Crepes, but my favorite is the Barcelona Burger! It may be counter-intuitive to order a burger at a tapas place, but this is one of the best burgers I've found in Atlanta! As far as dinner time, I've always had a great experience as well. Whether with a group of girlfriends or when my dad was visiting. They have a great wine selection (like they advertise) and other fun drinks! Here are a couple of my favorite tapas: patatas bravas, herbed goat cheese & mushrooms, crispy calamari, homemade empanadas, ham & cheese croquetas, and grilled hanger steak (prob my favorite!). Finally, I think they do a great job of managing an amazing atmosphere. The restaurant is broken up into three different sections. When you walk in, to the left is the "bar" area. You can also get dinner over here, and it's a little more casual. To the right, is the more traditional sit down dinner part, with table clothes, etc. Then there's the outside with a beautiful fire pit. They also do pick up orders! What else could you need?!
(5)Andrew C.
Meh. Loud. Food was fair. Service was mediocre. Honestly don't see why it gets so much hype, other than location.
(2)Jess C.
Barcelona is one delicious tapas stop. I've had a variety of their tapas and all of them have been full with flavor. The service doesn't take forever which is good and the atmosphere is always fun.
(4)Nick B.
Ham and Cheese croquettes are awesome! Top of the line tapas.
(5)Alissa W.
Went in on a Friday night the place was packed. The bar had a great scene so we waited about 15 mintues to get seats at the bar. Wine prices are very reasonable I had a glass of white wine for $7. This place is tapas style so we started out the veggie menu with the kale salad, was very good nice and light. Next we got the pumpkin with goat cheese honey and pepitas. Wow this was amazing I suggest you try it really like nothing I have ever had. Also the cauliflower, and fenel gratin was cooked perfectly and very tatsy. Next for out entree portion we got the garlic aji shrimp, and lobster risotto both were really good. The lobster risoto was a nice size. Wish I had room for dessert but the food was so good I couldn't stop ordereing ! I think the place is priced just right average about 45 a person with drinks.
(5)Eric J.
So....I was in town for a dismal Giants/Falcons game last weekend (obviously, I was pulling for the Giants) and stayed with a friend that is a regular at Barcelona b/c she literally lives right across the street from it. I didn't realize how much of a regular she was until we walked in and she knew literally every employee that was working that night. We got a seat at the bar and I was told it was 1/2 price bottled wine night (it was Sunday).....after the day I had at the Georgia Dome, can you say hells yeah? I had the pleasure of being taken care of by two cool ass bartenders, Grady and Michael C. They were very knowledgeable and personable, which I can really dig. I forgot the bottle(s) of wine we had, I do know they were red and I was told by my friend to "trust" her, and I'm glad I did....they were very good. On to the food, I wish I would've saw the platos principales portion of the menu, but I missed it. I ended up getting a Spiced Beef and Chicken Empanadas, which were really good (the beef one was slightly better though, but not by much). I also had some of the Spinach Chickpea Casserole and for dessert, I had the Warm Chocolate Hazelnut Indulgence & Coconut Ice Cream...also very good dishes. Like I said earlier, I wish I would've saw the bigger plates b/c i'm a 225lb man and it would've taken me about 10 empanadas to get full, which could also kill the pockets at the same time. They're not the most expensive tapas I've ever had, but they're not cheap either. They specialize in tapas and I just eat too damn much, so if you fall into the same boat as me as far as having a big appetite, don't go starving or you'll drop a ton on several tapas As far as the other patrons that were there, everyone seemed to be put together pretty well and a very diverse crowd....that's pretty big to me, being from NYC. People definitely get decked out to go there, which I like. The ladies were definitely in the building too fellas, haha. I hear that it gets pretty packed on the weekends, but there's nothing wrong with that....guess that means they're doing something right that people keep coming.....right? I don't ever hear people say they want to go out somewhere where it's dead. People wanna go where other people are...FACT! Don't know if their management reads these reviews, but I will tell you this....I saw there are other locations in Connecticut, but if you guys are ever thinking about expanding, you will do well here in Charlotte. There is a market here for an establishment like Barcelona. Tons of young professionals and it is rapidly growing. Keep doing what you do guys b/c it's working. It's truly an amazing place. I'll definitely be back when i'm in town and will have to bring some of my other friends down with me. Until next time......
(5)Giulio B.
Amazing spot, great ambiance, very nice wine list, good food!
(4)Maxwell B.
One of my favs in the ATL. You wont be disappointed!!
(5)Tina T.
I absolutely adore this place. When I first discovered this place, I kept going and spending all my money there for the first 3 months. Hiiiiiighly recommend the Salvaje Mixed Grill which has Morcilla, Duck leg, and San Sebastian Gaucho and is meant for 2 people (or 1 really hungry person). ONE more thing, almost forgot. Definitely try the Flan. My favorite thing there. LOOOOve it.
(5)Obadiah S.
Happened upon this place for a birthday dinner. It's in the (now) very hoppin' Inman Park. So much foot traffic in this area, kinda cool. My first impressions of the place: it's very loud. That's not a bad thing necessarily, but it meant that we had to yell to be heard. It seems like a much better party joint than a date spot. We ordered a bunch of tapas. Everything was pretty decent. There were no particular highs or lows with the selections. It was all very....safe. I ordered a mint julep. Yeah I know, it's a wine bar. But the mark of a good bartender is the ability to produce a somewhat obscure cocktail even in the midst of all the wine pours. The mint julep hit the spot. The mint was balanced, and the simple syrup wasn't overwhelming. I would surely give this place another go. It's a nice, albeit loud atmosphere. There are nice big windows, so a prime spot for people watching too!
(3)Mariela Y.
We came from DC with my husband for the weekend and we were told twice about Barcelona from two different people. We were not disappointed. I tried the steak with eggs and my husband had lamb burger. Both were delicious but what we liked the most was the bread. I recommend this place for brunch it dinner.
(5)Anthony L.
The tapas here is always great and the service is some of the best in the city. If you get a chance to visit make a reservation for the outside fireplace seating... Sexy Sexy
(3)Michelle E.
Weekday lunch. Caipirinha. Multiple small plates, shared with a friend: beet salad, jamon Serrano, assorted cheeses including manchego, spinach/chickpea casserole, egg/potato tortilla, meatballs, fresh/crusty bread. A little bit of everything so as not to fill up on anything in particular.
(4)Nina W.
Came here for a girls night out dinner/night. Never heard of this place previously but I did do myself a favor and check out the Yelp reviews. Based on everyone's boasting and 4/5 stars I started warming up to the sound of Barcelona! I'm not going to lie.. I was very apprehensive about going to a tapas bar on an empty stomach(Hadn't ate all day..my fault not anyone's)! Since I was already starving, not a big tapas gal (sorry I like HUGE portions) and I didn't have a chance to read the menu before hand I decided to eat a light meal to subdue the hunger that typically leaves you after leaving a tapas bar. So we made reservations for 9:30pm on a friday night and upon arrival I notice this place is slammed packed and jammin! So much so we waited about 5-15 minutes to get seated.. so much for reservations lol. Ambience was fabulous, music was on point. Loved the self portrait of the owner by the ladies room ..kind of a take 1, take 2, take 3 still shot portrait.. um cute :) So our host walks us to our seats, walked by a buchery with all sorts of meat hanging and being cut right in front of my very own eyes. Different! So we get seated and we get not one but two servers and possibly three. But you'd think with this many servers someone would remember to bring out my dessert menu that I asked for two times, but NOPE. Perhaps maybe because they were too busy performing a soul train line to the tunes of Bel Biv Divoe in between serving. But hey well get to that later. Surveyed the menu for about 15 minutes. There was vegetable tapas side and then meat side. So wait you mean to tell me tapas are $6-13 for small sample of whatever? Oh ok now I really was thanking God I ate before. I did the math, in order to have a satisfying portion of food that's about 4 or 5 tapas I'd have to order. Um.. getting kinda pricey here dontcha think? Since I already ate a light meal I thought I just skip straight to the drinks and desserts. I ordered a mojito. Drink came out about 15 minutes later but not before I was asked to provide a second form of ID b/c my ID was somewhat cracked.. lol really dude? I go to the bank with this ID and nobody ever questions me.. blah! That set a somewhat blah tone for the rest of the night. My drink came out about 15mins after ordering it, and um. It was OK. I've had better but definitely not bad. So then minutes later the tapas came out. I didn't order any but my cousin and girlfriends did and I did have a chance to try 3 or four of my cousins tapas. Neatly dressed servers walked around with tapas to tray of tapas to try out (might I add for free)! Then a random server (not our original server) came over and put a plate of Brussels sprouts on our tables. Everyone goes "um wait, we didn't order these.. sir um" to which he replies "there on the house" OK more free tapas??.. cool with me! I ate it was solely because it was free and also b/c I've never had Brussels sprouts. Overall they were pretty good. Got a chance to try the fried cabbage off my cousins plate. First time having fried cabbage and boy were they delicious! Then my cousin let me sample ..well ok eat the majority of her Patatas Bravas (fried potatoes)) which came with aioli sauce.. and these were equally well prepared and tasty as the fried cabbage. Another friend ordered the hanger steak which looked really good.. she complained it was fatty but um what do you expect lol its a steak hun! Now lets get to the disappointing factor: I asked for a dessert menu, not once, but twice. But no dessert menu in sight. *Shrugs, guess they forgot about lil ol me* Overall, a really cute spot.. if you like tapas.. I really don't care for them so I wont be back anytime soon but maybe to check out their wine bar!!! Note: If you want to opt out of ordering any food, they have a cute lil bar area circling the restaurant! Also noticed their extensive, now when I mean extensive.. i mean EXTENSIVE wine list. Like 6 or 7 pages of wine.. I'm no wine connoisseur but I assume if I was one I'd have a field day here.
(3)Tricia D.
Yummy food (Hazelnut Delight w Coconut ice cream, chorizo & figs, hanger steak), great ambiance, very reasonable prices, and drink options to satisfy everyone. Make your reservation early!
(4)Britta H.
What a fantastic place! It seems that's just what the Highlands needed. Very cool interior decoration with reclaimed wood and materials from industrial buildings. The food is exceptional (make sure you try the Churros after dinner - best in town!). The bar is a cool hangout for adults, DJ on the weekend, clubby, great music and you don't feel old because everyone is over 30 :-) If you come in for dinner and nice conversation make sure you get a table in the dining area and not a booth in the bar area - you might find the bar too noisy.
(5)Scott M.
Woke up Sunday with a hangover worse than I have felt in some time. I was concerned with how I was going to find lunch, as I could barely walk, let alone drive. Then my mom called and asked me out to lunch around 3pm. Since I awoke at 1:30pm, this was acceptable. She picked me up and we headed over to Barcelona. We arrived shortly after 3pm. My mom opted against valet and parked her car in the N. Highland Steel parking garage. We entered Barcelona. I told the hostess I required inside, air-conditioned seating and as we walked to the table my Mom forlornly eyed the packed outside seating, contrasting it negatively with the sparsely occupied inside seating. My headache took no prisoners, so we sat down and reviewed the menus. Our waitress, Chelsea, came over and asked if we were interested in the 1/2 off wine bottles? My Mom, her eyes as full of hope as a child at Christmas, asked if ALL bottles were 1/2 off. Chelsea said yes, and like the Grinch I informed my Mom she could order whatever she wanted, but I was getting a water and a Coke. She had an hour to drive, so she settled on a regularly priced Yuengling. I ordered a Bacon Basket, and the Goat Cheese and Chorizo Crepes. My Mom, who is the only person I've ever known who has a salmon fetish (if a Shell gas station offered a salmon entree free with a fill-up, she would eat it), ordered the Scottish Smoked Salmon. While we waited, I avoided personal conversation by perusing the inside of the restaurant. I don't know if 3pm is a slow time or if Barcelona is one of those rare places where people enjoy their jobs, but I was amazed by the number of dancing waiters I saw. I hadn't seen this much ballroom dancing since I took ballroom dancing classes with an ex-girlfriend. This wasn't a show for the patrons (the ones at the bar seemed to not notice the dancing), it was just being happy and caught up in the beat of the music. Weird and great. While we waited for our food, I was pleasantly surprised that my water glass was never empty. It was refilled about 5 times by Chelsea, other waiters, and two managers (I suppose? they didn't wear the waiter uniform). Our food took longer than normal to come out (20-30 minutes), but one of the managers came to our table to explain and apologize for the wait. I firmly believe more managers should do this, as it immediately defused my Mom (I hadn't noticed, as I was entranced by the dancing waiters / extremely hungover / working hard at avoiding my Mom). When the food arrived, I dug into the Bacon and Crepes. What rich heaven. The 10 pieces of bacon justified the $5.50 price, as they were varied but all good - seemed like two varieties of bacon with some pieces medium cooked, some almost burned but not quite. This bacon was rather salty, which satisfied my need (3 more cups of water, please!) but needs to be noted. As for the Crepes.... I normally don't order Crepes, but these made me wish I did. Basically a LOT of goat cheese wrapped in pastry with the sweet additionn of plentiful figs. I don't know how the chorizo came into play, but whatever the concoction, it worked. I ate an entire crepe before I thought I would pass out, and decided to save the other crepe and some bacon for later. Mom enjoyed her salmon and offered me some about 14 times, but I didn't want to disturb the taste of the Crepes with salmon, so resisted. She enjoyed it so much she left nothing behind. Chelsea returned with the bill, and Mom asked about the recipe for the Crepes so she could make some. I suppose Chelsea ignored the creaking sound my eyes made as they rolled in my head, for she returned a few moments later with the Barcelona cookbook with the recipe for the Crepes in it. I hope my Mom left Chelsea a great tip, as she deserved it, as she gave me a wonderful idea for a Christmas present. So, an amazing time. Because of the alignment of Mars and Venus and Jupiter? Because it was 3:30pm on a Sunday? Because of the dancing waiters? Because Chelsea was a professional on her "A" Game (my Mom didn't notice but I did that she looked stressed when she wasn't at our table, but smiled and interacted cheerfully with us)? Don't know, don't care. I've learned in life to just say Thank You when things work well. Thank you, Barcelona.
(5)Sandte S.
I've been to this place every Friday for the past 3 weeks, I'm a complete fan. The decor is really lovely, plenty of outside seating, the food is incredible and don't get me started on the drinks. I had never had bourbon before but the Bourbon Spice Rack is hands down one of my favorite drinks of all time. Its mixed so well you everything just meshes together and you can't tell if it's the bourbon, the lemon juice, the maple syrup or the bitters that taste so damn good. For tapas I would suggest the spiced beef empenadas and the chicken milanese. I had the meatballs and they were just okay, the seasoning wasn't everything I expected but the sauce they serve with it is delicious. But the meatballs seem to be a popular dish so totally go for it! For dessert I would suggest the crepas, the warm carmel and the ice cream...yuuuuum. I had the chocolate cake and that was pretty good too but I'd get the crepas everytime. The one down side is that the wait can be pretty long and the bar area gets PACKED. This past Friday it was an hour and a half wait...but worth it, we went down the street to have some drinks and then came back an hour later and our table was ready. Usually they have a girl taking drink orders come to the front which was really nice because it is nearly impossible to get a seat at the bar but unfortunately she wasn't there last Friday. The bartenders, the waiters, even the hostess are really great people; very friendly and well informed on the menu. Management did an excellent hiring job! This is a really great place to take a date or a group of friends just to hang out. I fully support coming here for lunch, dinner, or late night snack. Will def be back!
(4)TravelingVeggie S.
This restaurant was actually recommended to us by our cashier at the Coca Cola Factory gift shop. It is part of a cute and trendy neighborhood, and offers a variety of small and large plates. We decided to order from the tapas menu and share. There were many vegetarian options. We chose: Spinach-Chickpea Cazuela, GA Peach Salad, Brussel Sprouts, Roasted Cauliflower, and a Lightly Breaded Mushroom Puree with a Basil Dipping Sauce. Steve especially liked the spinach dish and the brussel sprouts, while my favorites were the GA peach salad and the cauliflower. The best part of this restaurant wasn't the food, but the atmosphere. We were able to sit outside and enjoy the evening and fantastic weather. If you are looking for a nice place to relax with a glass of wine and a few appetizers, then this is the place for you. The Traveling Veggies travelingveggies.com
(4)Tonja F.
Great atmosphere-high energy and very mixed crowd. Extensive tapas menu and several family style options (paella!) wait was a bit lengthy but if you have time to chill, talk w friends and enjoy a drink or two this is a fun place to do it. Valet parking very cheap and right next to restaurant.
(4)Anyia R.
So all in all I enjoyed my visit here. It was for a friend's birthday and we were seated by the bar which probably wasn't the best idea on a Saturday night if you're actually trying to enjoy your dinner. Turns out there's a great live DJ and the bar gets pretty packed. There's a restaurant side as well so if that's what your looking for, be sure to choose your seating accordingly. The food was pretty good and the sangrias were delicious. All in all, I'd go back.
(3)Paige N.
I'm really becoming quite a tapas connoisseur if I do say so myself, and after having a glass of wine at Barcelona in the fall, I was dying to come back and partake of their whole menu. And this past weekend, my wish came true. After a particularly stressful week, having a good bottle of wine and food to look forward to on Friday helped me soldier through, and I'm so pleased I managed to survive. I had the foresight to make a reservation, so when we arrived at 8:30 (and found a parking space right across the street I might add - karma, anyone?) we were seated promptly outside on the patio not far from the fire pit. This restaurant has such a cool setup in the Old Fourth Ward. It's got a large bar on one side of the restaurant (which is done entirely in dark woods with lots of wine bottles on display throughout and an open kitchen in the back). The other side of the restaurant is for dining and leads out on to one of the nicest patios I've seen - it's got a huge, free standing brick fire place, low tables and benches near the fire, more tables along the sidewalk, and another bar outside so venturing to the other side of the restaurant's unnecessary. Our waitress was very personable and knowledgeable about everything and helped us select an excellent bottle of wine before we got down to the business of tapas. This place does Spanish tapas it does them very well - I saw a good number that I've never seen on other tapas menus, and we ordered accordingly. Since I've read so much about the chorizo and figs from other Yelpers, I had to make that tapas a top priority along with the calamari, grilled hangar steak, sauteed eggplant and chicken empanadas. No vegetarians here, no sir. Let me just say, I thoroughly enjoyed every dish we had. The calamari was just lightly breaded and the remoulade and fresh lemon with it was great. The hangar steak was prepared just right, not too well done and the black truffle sauce drizzled on top was to die for, the chicken empanadas were a touch doughy but the fresh guacamole that went with them helped make up for that faux pas, and eggplant was such an unusual dish (it was sauteed and mixed with peppers and other goodies then served cold) but it was so tasty - I'd love to be able to recreate it at home, and chorizo and figs? Perfection! I never imagined such a combination of sweet and spicy combination could work so well together but it does. It came out in a little ramekin hot out of the oven with slices of chorizo scattered randomly among the figs and all were glazed with a great reduction. It was just fantastic - you must try that one tapas even if you order entrees for dinner. You won't be disappointed. Although we never made it past the tapas, I've heard very good things about Barcelona's paella, so I'll definitely be coming back (preferably during the summer to take advantage of the patio again) soon.
(5)Erin G.
What I drank: Random shot of the tequila variety Visit date: March 10, 2012 First time? Yes. This is a fun hang-out. It's classy, and the bar area has a DJ. Tonight's DJ wasn't very good at mixing smoothly, but it was still a good time. It's loud enough to get your groove on, but you can still hear your friends. The bartenders are a hoot -- dancin' around behind the counter and pouring drinks into people's mouths. Woo! No food on this visit; maybe next time! The menu sounds delish!
(3)Angela P.
poor service at the bar! The bartender took my boyfriends cash and delivered my glass of wine , made my boyfriend's drink and sat it down and forgot about it for 15 min. after we had already paid, UNACCEPTABLE for thus type of $$$ eating establishment!
(1)Lena S.
I visited this awesome place yesterday with my team. It was a little hard to find because there is no sign out front that says "Barcelona". Once I figured out I was in the right place, the ambiance and vibe captured me immediately! This place is a happening spot! And this was mid day on a Sunday! The food is good. The hanger steak and potato tortilla were Devine! The calamari was good and the paella was so flavorful! The spicy beef empanadas were a tad over cooked. The service started out great! Then our waitress went MIA and we had about 4 other people serving our table which was a bit disturbing. Also, the first waitress didn't explain that the paella takes 45 min to prepare! (Um yeah that would have been nice to know!) As we were about to cancel that order the owner came and personally served us! He saved the night. I will definitely be back!!!! Tip: parking is a nightmare so save yourself the trouble and take advantage of the complimentary valet.
(4)Chris Z.
I really like this place - minus a few flaws that I am hoping my next visit may make up for. I always get tapas and wine and/or sangria. The best tapas are patatas bravas, goat cheese and mushrooms, and cabbage. The flaw - people can get a bit sloppy it seems. Last time I was there, some employees were apparently cleaning up vomit in front of the bathroom - ug. I hope I can get over that..
(3)Andre B.
The short version: supremely authentic with excellent service. We now have a new favorite in Atlanta. And now the actual review. We went down on a Saturday evening. It's worth setting a reservation due to the sheer number of people that will be trying to get in. Parking could be interesting... except they have a valet. Use it. And for the love, tip the valet. The food was amazing. I don't say that lightly. When you're dealing with European cuisine in the US, you run the risk of getting someone's bad interpretation. This was not an interpretation. This was perfection. We started out with the standard: meat & cheese. We did Jamon Serrano accompanied by Valdeon and a 6 month Manchego. All 3 were wonderful. I will highlight the Valdeon, though. I got chills as I ate it... it was that good. We then went for 3 of the tapas selections. Each one deserves a description. Tortilla de Patata (Potato tortilla) - these can be tricky. I've tried a number where they were dry inside. This one was just right - moist & fluffy. Smoked Duck Sausage - comes with 3 sliced pieces, a soft boiled egg, and large croutons. Slice open the egg and dip the sausage in the yolk. So good. Fois Gras Terrine (w/ fig strawberry puree, pistachio bits, & a small glass of Amontillado Pedro Romero) - fois gras is really hit or miss. This was a very good example of how to do fois gras. And the puree mixed with pistachio was heaven. I don't drink, so the Amontillado went untouched. But from its fragrance, it is an excellent pairing to the fois gras and puree. For dessert we had the Poached GA Peach with a cream cheese creme anglaise and pecan brittle. Good doesn't even come close to describe this dessert. I was bordering on getting the standard (flan) for dessert, but I'm so glad we went with the peach. So, so delicious. The service was absolutely top notch. From the attentiveness of our 2 servers, to the suggestions offered, to the relaxed pace... just excellent. The wine list - As I mentioned above, I don't drink. But the wine list at Barcelona is a book, so I figured I would mention it. Something to the tune of 400 selections. In short, Barcelona went far and above my expectation of what to expect out of a Spanish Tapas restaurant in Atlanta. We will definitely be going back.
(5)Eneles L.
The wait was longer than expected but was introduced to a new beer from the bar which was a welcomed treat. After over an hour wait, we were seated outside near the fireplace with little tables and stools - quite a delightful atmosphere. Our waiter informed us the manager was sending some tapas over due to the long wait time. The hangar steak, potatoes bravas and the cauliflower. All were delicious. The roasted garlic was a nice complement to our other plates. Two plates took an exceptionally long time to come from the kitchen, which the manager took off our bill. Was quite impressed with how much the staff went to "make up" for any inconveniences to their customers. Not something you see much any more in restaurants. This alone will bring me back.
(4)Rohaneh E.
As a Native New Yorker I'm a stickler for great food and great atmosphere. I don't even know where to start. The restaurant is always packed with a beautiful posh young professional crowd. From the patio seating that makes you feel like your seated in Barcelona for dinner to the beautiful bar and attentive bartenders, My experience was above and beyond. I came here on a friday night around 8pm for dinner, and was seated on the patio. My waitress was so attentive and helpful recommending tapas such as the crisp cauliflower, and asparagus a la plancha, both of which were delicious and great recommendations. There is nothing better then when the staff and servers know the menu and can make great recommendations. We also tried the Hanger steak, grilled steak paillard, spiced beef enchiladas, grilled lamb chops, mushrooms and herbed goat cheese, and an ensalata mixta, all of which were beyond savory. their wine list is extensive I usually go with a Malbec, but if you're caught at a crossroad I would say ask you're server, I've been there multiple times and I am repeatedly impressed with the service.
(5)Christopher P.
great service + quality dishes + nice wine selection = me gusta!!! Came here to celebrate some job upgrades and had a fantastic time. I didn't feel like anyone was snobby or pretentious so don't mind the other reviews. Everyone was there to eat good food and have a great time. Our servers were Jacob and Johnathan. They were on point like Bron bron and Dwade.... executed. Very friendly and knowledgeable, Jacob explained the menu to us and we asked him for suggestions: Salmon crudo - salmon sashimi with an olive on top in some kind of oil... Boquerones - anchovies in some kind of oil Crispy cabbage - 1/4 cabbage, fried, had some kind of batter... kind of sweet Those were the three he recommended and the first two were my favorites... we had plenty of other dishes but these stick out.. This place is perfect for large parties, long tables, music, kind of loud type spot. Somebody mentioned that this place is similar to Iberian pig... I can see that but IP is still my favorite resto in the A. *Make reservations...
(4)Zewditu D.
I see there are alot of good reviews for this restaurant. Unfortunately, I can not add to them. I am a fan of tapas (Eclipse di Luna is one of my favorite restaurants). So I was excited to try out a new tapas option in my friend's neighborhood. We came during the week, so it wasn't that busy nor was parking a big issue. However, I have seen how terrible the parking can be on the weekend. Valet parking is available, but basically your car will end up on either side of a small street. Creates a big hassle. Also, I prefer to self-park (not a reliable option here on the weekend). The atmosphere is pretty nice..a bit on the dark side for me. I took a bit of time for our servers (yes, we had two) to get to us, but throughout the night they did a wonderful job. They were very attentive. On to the food. You can order tapas or plates here. I opted for the tapas. I ordered 1) papas bravas 2) hanger steak and 3) asparagus. The potatoes were pretty good- you don't get as many as you would get at Eclipse di Luna though. The hanger steak was good, but was a small portion, and I very much disliked their black truffle sauce. The asparagus was "hairy." You know...when they grill and the tips get fuzzy. Apparently, people like it that way...my friend tells me so, at least. I am not one of those people. I cut off all the tops and gave them to her. We also tried out some dessert- the crepes. I would definitely pass on that. The dulce de leche filling was just too much. Too sweet and too much of it. I feel that the food was a bit on the pricey side for what I got. I will keep to my regular tapas spot. Thanks.
(2)Tom C.
Yo!!! This place is mad sexay!!!! I'm not just talking about the people but the decor of this place. It seems like a bar scene out of a trendy romantic comedy like "Hitch". This is a great place to take a date or to impress one. The Wine selection is heavy on European wines so if you are looking for a good California pinot, you won't find it here....look elsewhere. I had no idea this was a chain but the atmosphere and the environment does not make it seem like one. I definitely want to come here again. To bring a date or to make one...errr....uhh ;-)
(4)Jeremy H.
I've only been here for drinks, but it was loud and crowded, it was difficult to get near the bar, and the service was slow. There's very little area to stand around the bar, so you're constantly getting jostled, and all of the tables around the bar are reserved for dining customers so you can't sit down to get out of the way. The bartenders weren't very friendly, even losing my friend's credit card and accusing him of still having it. Of course the bartender found it 10 minutes later. On the positive side, Barcelona has a cool, trendy atmosphere and a nice patio outside with a fireplace. The fireplace looked very attractive and I wanted to try it out, but after the credit card experience we were ready to go. I haven't dined here yet, but my friends have said that it's more expensive than other tapas places in town for basically the same food - so I'm not exactly aching to come back. Maybe I'd try it again with a ScoutMob.
(2)William M.
Nice place to have a drink outside or at one of the tables right inside with the doors open. Good wines, uninspiring bread, mediocre charcuterie, cheese and steak appetizer. In summary, would return for a drink but not to eat.
(3)Diesel P.
We had a wine dinner with 12 friends here last night. They did a great job of putting us out on the patio. Our waiter, JT was informative and attempted to stay on top of everything. He recommended some stellar wines. The Sunday half off all bottles is worth the trip alone. We went for the $38 per person unlimited tapas. This gave us a chance to try everything. All the items I tried were good but none blew me away. I liked the hanger steak, kale salad, and the potatoes. The chorizo was chewy and forgettable. I fall right in line with everyone else, this place is hoppin 24/7. Make sure to make a reservation or you may be waiting a while. All in all, very impressed with the service for such a large group.
(4)Amanda H.
I love this place. I brought out of town guests here Friday night and although it was super crowded, we ordered drinks quickly and eventually found a place at the bar. The bar staff were super friendly, provided great service. Wine and food were amazing, great flavor and the ambiance/energy is trendy and fun. The only name I can remember is Michael, but again the entire bar staff was superb. The only frustration was the hostess. We initially gave her our name to get a table and went to the bar. After about 45 minutes, we went to check on the progress of our name on the list and she was quite snippy. She informed my friend that she would come find us once a table was ready and when my friend asked if she knew where to find us she told her, "uh, I'm really good at my job, trust me, I'll find you". We weren't doubting her ability to do her job, rather assuring she knew where we were sitting in a very crowded room. Practicality was our aim, not assessing her job skills. A simple yes would have sufficed. We had been able to grab three seats at the bar after about an hour. Our friend, the hostess, did come "find" us threw what can best be described as a little fit when she saw us sitting at the bar. Her fit was complete with throwing her arms in the air and stomping her feet. She made a few remarks to the bartenders, gesturing towards us, rolled her eyes, and walked away. Thank you for that. Unwarranted and unnecessary. With the exception of the hostess's childish behavior, the overall experience was enjoyable, with exceptional service by the bar staff. I have also been here on other occasions with friends and family and have had nothing but professional, courteous service. The food never disappoints. Hopefully the hostess was just having an off night and this isn't her typical way of treating guests.
(4)Sebrina B.
Yes! I finally went on a date again and have something to review. Geez. Its really been awhile. Unfortunately, my date had ADD so we were only here for one drink. Here is the short and short of it. Our visit was Friday night around 10pm and this place was packed. Fortunately, the bartenders are pretty observant so we were able to get a drink around the crowded bar. A hurried server took the time to lead me to the ladies room where there was a wait. However, I found pleasant conversation in line and a clean bathroom after my wait! Sooo, is it proper to rate a place based solely on the service and the bathroom... hey its my opinion and I will Yelp if I want to!
(4)Heather P.
Love this place!! The staff is very helpful and friendly as well. :)
(5)Ruksana H.
Been meaning to try this place out for a while and finally did. Went there on a Sunday evening - the place was packed! Like it was the beginning of the weekend not the end! Friend and I opted to sit outside as it was a nice day, besides inside was way too noisy. Good place for people watching :) Great place for food. We did the meal for 2 so we could choose 6 appetizers, and that was quite filling for the two of us. Mushrooms a la plancha were lovely, and the bacalao was pretty good too. Desserts were flan and the hazelnut dessert on the menu - yum. good service despite the crowd I must say. Sundays are half off wine bottle days so go there with a plan to drink or take the party home. Cheers!
(5)Tom C.
I went to Barcelona last night and had a good time. We had a small group - 4 people - and arrived early. We weren't quite yet hungry, so we sat at the bar and had a drink. The atmosphere was great. The interior of this place is cool and comfortable. The bartenders, of which there were several, were informative, willing to chat, and interesting. But, they were not "chatty" and interfering. The drinks they made us were all great - the house special cocktails were extensive and creative. I have a SoNo Southerner (or something like that), which was bourbon with lemon and honey. Great. When we were ready to eat, I wandered over to the hostess and told her we were here and ready to eat. They sat us outside (after asking us where we wanted to be), and the service was prompt and thorough. I see other reviews complaining about service, but I thought it was very good. There were four of us, but one person with food allergies. So, we ordered 10 tapas for the three of us, and the person with food allergies ordered an entree. The wait staff came out and told the allergic guy what he could and could not eat from each of the tapas we ordered, as they came out. The food was good - not great, but good. The tortilla was probably the best thing I had, though the tuna tartare was outstanding, too. I don't eat meat but will eat around it, and I thought the figs that came with the chorizo and figs were very good. The ceviche was not good. Radishes were some of the best I've ever had. For dessert, I had flan, which was fine, though it wasn't something I'd go back for. We also ordered wine, and their wine list, I thought, was more than adequate. For 4 people, with drinks and wine, the total was $300, including tax, tip, everything. Not bad, for what we got, I think, though for the price you could probably go somewhere with much better quality food.
(3)Micah W.
Awesome! Dinner here always turns out to be fabulous- thanks mostly in part to Barcelona's amazing food and excellent service. The waiters were wonderful and very knowledgeable about the food items. We usually order several rounds of small plates to share at the table. The majority of the menu is set up to accommodate this type of dining, so it's great to go with a larger group because you can taste more items. I have been here multiple times, and on two separate occasions I have been given food on the house! Seriously! The first time I went with a large group of ladies we got several small plates on the house to enjoy, and then the chef came out to greet us and brought us dessert on the house! We felt so spoiled and I even started to question my girlfriends as to which one of them was sleeping with the staff, lol. But then my third time back it happened again! A friend and I were enjoying a meal when a plate was brought to our table by mistake. I jokingly told the waiter that we did not order the dish but would be happy to accept it as it looked very delicious, and his response- "OK, here you go, on the house, enjoy!" No kidding folks. TIP: Make a reservation on the weekends! You may still need to wait but it won't be the hour or more you would wait without it.
(5)Lisa C.
Gorgeous restaurant, friendly staff, beautiful bar, and great Tapas!!! the food was really great, I had a wonderful time with a group of my brother's friends. It was loud but it was a good vibe. The tapas were all delicious, and the red sangria was good but not great. It was loaded with tons of ice and ice was the resounding theme of that sangria, and that was the only dissapointing fact about my experience. I am not a lush and do not need tons of alcohol, but if i cant even get a sip without the water from around my glass dripping all over my lap, there is too much ice.. slightly on the ridiculous side, but the food and desserts were yumm!
(4)E L.
I've been here two more times (again for brunch and again for dinner) and I've really come around to it. For one thing, it was fabulous that they were open during Snowpocalpyse. For another thing, their food seems to have improved in quality. Their benedict (with serrano ham!) was delicious. Everything I already loved about it I still love, but now I like the food a little better . . . enough so that this is definitely 4 stars.
(4)Lindsey H.
The cool kids rave about this place. It's so packed on a Saturday night that I can't even hear myself think. The environment is VERY loud. So my girlfriends think food is great and wanted to take me there for my birthday. I don't have the heart to tell them how much I didn't like it. All I saw was pickled meats, cheeses,and produce with over toasted bread. I just ate when I got home. Oh, and make reservations ahead of time. There's no way you're just walking in without waiting at least an hour. Service: very nice and pleasant Environment: loud and uncomfortable, but you'll be seen Food: pickled and not impressive Sorry cool kids.
(1)Kyle C.
Went for a birthday party ad Barcelona was SO accommodating. Put our cake in the fridge, brought it out with candles, and even cleaned the Tupperware it came in! Service was AMAZING. Jep and Kaitlin rocked. We did the $29.00 all you can eat tapas - everything was DELISH!!! Thank you!
(5)Sam L.
its pretty good. i had brunch with my dad I had the eggs benedict which was good. the servers are friendly and the ham was really good
(4)Dave S.
Great tapas! Nice atmosphere. Awesome outside seating.
(4)Dalton S.
EXCELLENT WINE! IMPECCABLE WAITSTAFF! Mediocre food. I've been here multiple times because of the service and the wine selection. I also enjoy sitting out on the patio and people watching, but, don't expect a culinary explosion. The food is just meh. You go here for the wine and atmosphere. It's dog friendly.
(3)Jamie P.
I had a rather enjoyable experience. There's such a variety of flavors, mainly tapas, on the menu! You definitely won't get bored. The dessert was delicious too, very rich. I was there on a Wednesday and it was packed, so don't be surprised if it's full of like-minded patrons. The tables are kind of small, so you're only served two dishes at a time. This setup seems to be part of the overall feel too. It keeps the conversation and food flowing. It also encourages you to share your food and try lots of different things. The staff was friendly and, above all, very knowledgeable about their dishes (of which there are many!).
(4)TeaKay E.
Seriously, what's not to love about Barcelona? Well perhaps the price, but hey, half off bottles of wine on Sundays! What a lovely place to sit back and enjoy some food, drinks, your friends and the atmosphere. Friendly bartenders and servers -- hat tip to my fav, Michael! Reservations strongly recommended for Thurs - Sun nights.
(5)Juichia C.
Place attracts too many yups. :P The oyster mushrooms a la plancha was DELICIOUS!!! 5/5 The prawns a la plancha was awful, shrimp was not fresh at all. 1/5 This place is huge with tons of seating. The sangria is okay. I probably won't be back just because it's not my scene.
(3)Kay H.
I tend to do a lot of celebrating being an event planner & having social friends so it was refreshing to go somewhere new and be cozy mingling amongst new & old friends to celebrate a birthday of a good friend of mine ...so my impressions Food: Narrow selection and wouldn't come here for dinner, but a bite or two to go with my wine,absolutely! I had mushrooms sauteed with goat cheese- it was tasty Service: Not sure how new this place is so I never think everything is going to stay consistent, but we had a great server & the guy had another server help out @ times I feel as though they may not have handled it as well, if we all ordered larger portions Setting: As people have mentioned its nice! No I didn't quite feel like Barcelona, but it was a nice change of pace from typical Atlanta setting, so way to go! so heres the thing I would love to want to give this a 5, but truly its a 3.5 But! based on the bar and ambiance it gets the 4, I can not suggest going here for the food, because it was too limited , but drinks with a significant other or a group, its a grand ol' time! :)
(4)Katherine S.
Went during Inman Park Restaurant Week with a big group, and we had a blast. Ordered several pitchers of Sangria and buried our table in tapas. We had a really fun time passing everything around. While it wasn't the best food I've ever had in my life, there were definitely some tasty dishes. The best part about this restaurant is the atmosphere. The restaurant is well-designed, with awesome outdoor space. Everyone is having a good time, and the service keeps things running smoothly, even when the place is packed. Definitely call ahead for a reservation.
(4)Kimmie P.
I read a few reviews regarding Barcelona and was surprised to learn that a few were disappointed with the service. I went to Barcelona for my birthday at the beginning of July with my fiance. Our waitress was attentive, friendly and knowledgeable regarding the menu. The food and sangria were FANTASTIC. However, Barcelona proved itself to be fantastic at customer service as the night progressed. I had asked a few friends to stop by. It was the night before July 4th, so the place was booming. When it became clear that we were not going to have enough space to casually stand and chat the manager really helped me out. The back patio was closed due to rain, but he set up several tables and arranged wait-staff for us under the awning out back. We are talking about 20 people. They also gave us Sangria for free. All in all, fantastic food, drink, and service. HIGHLY recommend!!
(5)Leang C.
Came here with a group of 5 on a late Sunday afternoon into the evening. Very, very crowded as it was the time they have half priced bottles of wine. Atmosphere is great and lively. Enjoy the patio area outside if you can. For the food, the have a selection of cheeses that looked pretty good. For me, nothing on the menu really jumped out at me. Turnaround for the food was pretty quick, tapas style. Again, nothing spectacular. A place with a large wine bottle selection with prices knocked by half is always a good time with friends. I would definitely go back.
(4)Elisabeth C.
The tapas at this restaurant were amazing. We had albondigas, ceviche, cauliflower, shrimp, patatas bravas and skirt steak. They were all perfectly cooked and tasted great. The service was also very good. I highly recommend this restaurant!
(5)Bryan S.
Hadn't even been seated and the staff had brought 4... 5 complimentary trays of tapas around for those waiting, as well as two trays of sangria. Extremely hospitable. Amazing food. Half priced bottles on Mondays makes it a go-to. On busier days you have to buy a drink at the bar before they'll seat you. (I've heard the portions are getting smaller, but this isn't a rumors review)
(5)Brittiany M.
LOVE this place! Though I am sad that Zyma closed, Barcelona exceeded my expectations. Every Tapa we ordered was amazing !!! The wine list was refreshing and our Server was very knowledgeable about the list. I can't wait to go back when it is warm outside so I can sit on the beautiful patio. The Wine Flight is well worth it and make sure you try out the Organic Greens salad...YUMMY! Barcelona was packed on a Tuesday night. Way to go for a new restaurant!
(4)Mike P.
Great Place. Perfect for a date and they know what they are doing with food. We went for tasting party so we didn't order off the menu. I want to return with friends and really explore the menu.
(4)Ana M.
I have been here twice- the first to a double date when whoever picked the wine thought we were high-rollers, the boys were hungry and we ended up dropping $80 pp. Last time I was here, I went with three other girls, we shared some Cava, 4 tapas and 2 desserts and the check came out to $25. Moral of the story: never go to a tapas place with boys. Both times were awesome. The service is attentive and fun, and the tapas are solid. I won't say that any dish has completely knocked my socks off, but they are all of very high quality. But you come here for the ambience. A wrap around, see and be seen porch equipped with outside heaters and a large fireplace ensures that this place is always bustling. The drink options are amazing- you can go with any of the high quality wines from the list (prices start in the high 20s and go up), there's sangria and a tantalizing cocktail list. The bar is happening on most evenings. The service, as I have mentioned, is impeccable- they even have blankets for us girls who insist on wearing summer dresses in March. Everything is designed for you to have a good time, and you will.
(4)Jacqueline S.
Currently one of my favorite restaurants in Atlanta, I have been coming to Barcelona since they first opened and have watched them go from a neighborhood restaurant to a place that people come from all over to enjoy. Barcelona gets very crowded on weekends when the weather is nice or awful so make a reservation. I wished they would bring back the fried cabbage.
(5)Zoe M.
really enjoy coming here. it gets a bit crowded but the wait staff is great and very knowledgeable. Good wine list and great food in a fun atmosphere
(4)Trip B.
The food here is great, truly delicious. The ever crazy crowd coming from Buckhead makes me want to throw up a bit. Go for the Tapas but expect to go for a nice night out. Two people will hardly get out for less than $120. Other than that, you also go here to be seen which isn't exactly my vibe but that is not the Manager's fault. It also doesn't help that if you live in the building, you have probably killed about 6 valets in the last few months. It's good but the crowds and the prices have me avoiding regularity here.
(4)Hambri Enta M.
MY FIRST VISIT....Service gets a A(+)' Doug, the bartender, and all other staff, very friendly and at least, to ME...provided somewhat of a personal service a la " I have known you almost forever" type of feeling. Manager was equally attentive, and was working hard delivering meals and doing his manager thing. We arrived @6:15 and space was available throughout the bar, by 7:15 there was no empty seats in the place. They have a "wine boot" which is something you want the male bartender to pour into your mouth if you are either into men or a female. Is not as awesome seeing a dude pour wine into another dude's mouth...as for me, Doug initially nailed me in the eye, but that just made for a good time, and proved that this $11 dollar waterproof mascara is no bullshit. Food was great. the best was the free stuff we were hooked up with (the charred peppers and the meatballs). As I am of Latin descent, I approve all these items as part of a healthy tapas lifestyle, the cheese balls did not really WOW me...the skirt steak with truffle sauce...YES more sauce pls! You need to try this place, but most def....get a reservation if you wish to sit at a table. Bar is a beautiful U shaped marble slab...perfect and sturdy to handle a BAR TOP dance...
(4)Alan R.
Trendy, but not worthy. Sorry guys, I lived in Barcelona for a year and you are off the mark.Nice use of the name and decor, but the that is where it stops. A truly cheesecake factory spanish chainlike disneyland experience.I have a better wine selection in my refrig at home right now.And the weakest sangria ever. But yet again, the herd mentality of Atlanta rules. Good to people watch but I like to watch people while eating good food and drinking great wine
(2)Heather H.
I love the decor and feel of this neighborhood eatery. I had an awesome dinner experience doing tapas in 5 courses with an incredible wine selection from our very knowledgeable server. However, when I returned for Brunch, I wasn't sure if it was the same place I had been to. The roasted veggie platter with poached egg was flavorless and unseasoned, the poached egg was overcooked, and the servers were on auto pilot from lack of sleep hence the 3 stars. If you want me to return, I need consistency,
(3)Darren S.
Cool place. Really great atmosphere. Small plates for sharing. I would definitely come back when in Atlanta again.
(4)Jessica O.
While this place is pricey and does get busy later at night, the food and drinks are all very good. Service was also pretty good. The patio area with the heaters and fireplace is quite nice.
(4)Rachel F.
Barcelona is our favorite place in Atlanta, which is why we go at least one a week. The food is delicious and, according to my Spanish husband, as authentic as it gets in the states. Besides the food and wine, the thing we value the most about Barcelona is the customer service- it is impeccable! We have been going here since the week it opened and Sean and the staff have always gone above and beyond to make sure that everyone has an exceptional experience. Last week he even brought us a complimentary drink to celebrate our recent marriage. In the event that something does go wrong, they are always eager to correct it and want you to leave 100% satisfied- which we always are. We have taken many friends here who have always loved it and lots of them have become regulars themselves. I highly recommend- and get the charred broccoli- it is divine- or the calamari- or the steak with truffle oil...really, it's all good!
(5)Francesca L.
I was visiting a friend in the ATL and she suggested Barcelona for dinner. We dined on a Tuesday night around 9pm. First, our server was fabulous. He was really helpful with picking out a wine and with suggestions for dinner. Second, the food was great. I can't remember everything we ate, because the wine was that good, but I do remember the beet salad, papas bravas and flatbread. The only thing we did not love was the root vegetable dish. It had some ingredient that was very powerful and not to our liking (it may have been fennel - not sure). Otherwise, everything was great. Finally, the atmosphere was really good. It was quite crowded for a Tuesday night.
(4)Tracey A.
The sangria and paella is delicious! Great for a group!
(4)Jessica R.
Great atmosphere and good place to wine and dine! My girlfriends and I really enjoyed going there for the first time. The hanger steak is delish and so is the mushrooms and goat cheese, highly recommend. While I think it can be a little pricey, it's definitely worth checking out!
(4)Eric K.
Hell yes! Great food, great service, cool spac. We were in Barcelona earlier this year and several of the dishes we sampled were reminiscent of Spain. OK, enough pretense on my part....The jamon was nice, the croquetes were solid, sangria was delish. Fantastic atmosphere. Dig it. One minor point, some Estrella on the beer menu would be a welcome addition.
(5)Frances N.
Great experience! Went here for Sunday Fun Day half priced bottles of wine. Ended up trying the hangar steak with truffle sauce despite the fact that we had just eaten brunch before we arrived. It was amazing. Our server was so sweet! I told her we were collecting corks and she brought me about 20 of them from the bar. Great service, great food and wine. Will definitely be back.
(5)Dave B.
One of our favorite places. Good for small groups or a date night. Get a reservation because. This place becomes quite the scene. The charcuterie is our go to and the staff is knowledgable as to which meats are tasty. Half priced bottles of wine on Sunday can make getting up for work Monday morning quite difficult.
(4)Heather C.
I tried Barcelona again tonight (a Monday). I received excellent service (thanks to our server Dan), and enjoyed some very good wines. I ordered the Bibb salad and a steak - and I was not disappointed. Overall, I think that if you want to avoid the crowds and the noise, I would recommend a mid-week visit. My dinner was very enjoyable.
(5)bobby w.
ON my birthday we showed up at 8 pm (table of 4) during restaurant week, we accidentially got a table outside....they weren't seating a small portion of the outside area as they didn't have enough servers to provide their usual high caliber service. This was an additional area and the restaurant was packed, what I mean to say was they went out of their way to make room for us, they also didn't know it was my birthday. We cozied up to the fire, met our two ....yes two wonderful servers. He was amazing, to know as much about the menu as he did shows such great management but also how much the staff actually cares about what they do. Midway thorugh our first course we ordered a drink, they took 6 minutes I am sure but the restaurant was packed. I had ordered somethnig off the menu being a foodie and all. Not only did the bartender bring it out themselves, it was "paid for". Later during our meal both managers stopped by and made sure we were ok, they talked for a few mintues....on one of the busiest nights of their year and made sure my night as well as my friends' night was perfect. Somehow we ended up with a few other thngs we didn't order. Here's what you need to know, food....amazing, ambiance....great, service, one of the best I have ever had. Nothing but stars for Bart, Sean, Jep, Katlyn and Andrew. Trust me I have much more to say but I don't want to make this a love fest. It truely blew my mind how much they did for us.
(5)Julia M.
I first went to this restaurant opening week and had a great experience. Each time I have returned, it has gotten progressively worse in terms of food and service. I thought the worst experience was when I invited a group of 8 to go here from one of my clients (visiting from Vancouver). The server pushed the largest sized paella on us in addition to the numerous tapas and it was not only substantially more than we needed but it was so fishy that we left most of it there at a hefty price. Fast forward 9 months and I decided to give it one more chance. Four of us arrived at 5:30 when it was half empty and ordered cocktails, bottles of wine, dinner and dessert. We left at 7:30 but when we were still finishing our dinner, we were asked if we wanted dessert and while we were still eating dessert they dropped off our check. We still had our bottles of wine to finish and they took the signed receipts with tip and the server looked at it as he was walking away. The manager even came by as we were still finishing to briskly say thanks for visiting (in other words time to go). If this restaurant had amazing food they wouldn't even be able to warrant the cocky attitude. I don't know why I bothered to give them another chance. The only thing they have going for them is atmosphere but they need a reality check.
(1)Terri H.
Had dinner at Barcelona on 2/22/12 and it was not what I expected. The food was just OK--nothing fantastic. After having two drinks and informing our waiter that we didn't like the food (I was with a group of 3 and we all thought the same thing, we also ordered some of the same dishes). We ordered one more drink and the waiter told us that he couldn't give us another drink. We were like why? He said management said I can't get you another one. Really? Two drinks and after we gave you feedback that the food wasn't good. I had two Cosmo's (not good), a Coke they had to replace 3 times because whom ever replaced the line had Diet Coke coming out instead of regular Coke and Water over the course of 2.5 hours. I said all that to say (nobody was intoxicated) The lamb chops were tough and had a lot of fat, the sweet potato fries were overcooked and the arugula salad was salty. The best thing I had on the menu was the Sauteed Shrimp and the Hanger Steak (minus the truffle sauce). I dine out often (several times a week) and when I say--I won't be returning here ever again!! And the service was just OK. It took 20 minutes for our server to even come over to wait on us.....And our bill was $180. Your choice...but I wouldn't advise it!
(1)Liz L.
Two weeks ago, my two girlfriends and I came here on a busy Friday night without reservations at 8:30. Needless to say, there was a pretty lengthy wait and we decided to wait it out at the bar (which is not a bad alternative given how hoppin the bar was and the free wine "shots" that were being given out). Anyway, about an hour and a half later, we were finally called to our table - it was about 10 at this point, and though it was late we had known from the beginning that our wait would probably be this long. Nonetheless, the manager (we think) asked us what our favorite tapa was and whether we or not we liked tequila - what's a girl to say??? We were excited at the prospect of getting a free appetizer or a free drink and were completely astonished when the manager sent us FOUR free tapas to our table and also proceeded to take a tequila shot with us (and it was no pepe lopez). The food was absolutely delicious, and definitely the best tapas restaurant I've ever been to. We tried: both the chicken and beef empanadas (a tomato sauce and flaky crust - YUM), the slow roasted garlic bulbs (mildly garlicky and very creamy), the potato tortilla, the calamari (probably top three calamari I've ever had), and the red sangria. Overall, it was an amazing meal and the service was also impeccable, though I do agree with the other reviewers that sometimes their presence is a little too pervasive (I think we had four or five people serving us).
(5)Kay M.
Love the rustic atmosphere. My favorite part is the outdoor fire place with couch located close by. Food is just okay to me. It is a tapas style restaurant with some larger entrees available. I've been here multiple times for the atmosphere, fireplace and of course the wine. The staff is very knowledgeable about the wines and always had great recommendations for whatever you are in the mood for.
(4)Morgan W.
Barcelona is an awesome spot to go with a group so you can order a bunch of tapas and try a little bit of everything...along with of course ordering a few bottles of wine. I really enjoyed everything and the service was great. I would recommend the squash and the roasted garlic. Make sure to go ahead and make a reservation...it fills up fast!
(4)Ashley H.
Stopped in for lunch after a morning of apartment hunting. Moving from CT to ATL, we were familiar with the Barcelona restaurant. We met Sean, who immediately welcomed us and started telling us about the area and himself. He even suggested we check out the AMLI apartments, which we did and are moving into on 10/10!!! Anyways, he was a great guy and I can't wait to get back there once we move! Thanks for your friendly and outgoing vibe!!
(5)Michael E.
What's good is not always popular, and what's popular is not always good, but Barcelona is a rare example of a restaurant that is both popular and delicious. This place is a classic double-edged sword. On the one hand, the tapas are excellent and the service is friendly and attentive. On the other, Barcelona has all the raucousness of Buffalo Wild Wings on a Sunday afternoon. If you're willing to put up with some obnoxious patrons here or there, Barcelona has some solid-value tapas. If Iberian Pig is the Maserati of tapas, Barcelona is BMW.
(4)Darin K.
Great experience! Been coming to Barcelona for years. The last few visits weren't great...but today I was blown away. GREAT food and GREAT service! I'm glad they are back!!!
(5)Lori F.
I judged a book by its cover and well, meh. Fun atmosphere, super wine list, pretty forgettable food, and pretty bad service. It was a busy night, yes, but being borderline rude is kind of a turn off. Won't be back unless things improve greatly.
(2)Kim N.
Came here last night for my birthday and it was great! We had reservations and were seated right away. Our server was knowledgeable and friendly. We had a bunch of different tapas, charcuterie, and also tried the meat serving for 2... Can't remember what it's called but it was super yummy! The scallops plancha, ham and cheese croquettes, and shrimp ceviche were some of my faves. Would def come here again.
(4)Kate C.
Food was mediocre...not on par with other tapas restaurants we've been to. Service was good.
(3)Dana L.
I took an out of town friend here and from the moment we walked in, we were well taken care of. The service was EXCELLENT. I have been here several times before and they will always give you an extra tapa just to try. When we asked our server if he wanted us to move to the bar because we didn't want to hog well waited for table time (and wanted to gab for a bit longer), he said that no one has ever been that considerate and came out with complimentary drinks for us. Great vibe, a bit loud in the bar area if you're trying to "catch up". Make reservations- this place gets packed!
(5)LaÃza B.
I really liked this place. Great food, service and location. I love how pet friendly they are. My dog was allowed at the patio, and the server brought him treat and a bowl of water. Super sweet and polite staff. I will def be a regular :)
(5)Marjan D.
I loved the atmosphere at Barcelona. It is very modern and trendy with a really cool wrap-around patio. Tapas are delicious and perfect for sharing.
(5)Catera W.
I had a Gr8 time with Lyds- thats my friend btw. Gr8 selection of wines. A patron at the bar brought me a Bourbon Spice Rack with was really good. I do recommend you give it a try. I also saw the bar tender make several Whiskey Roots, something I would like to try next time around. FYI tappas are REALLY small portions.
(4)Lindsay W.
Love to overcrowd. Credit card machines down. Food late, recommend trying on a non weekend night. Moving on...
(3)Jane E.
Truly excellent vibes and that's what the stars are for. But the food isn't all that good to me. It's tapas style btw. We tried about 6 or so dishes... meatball dish, chicken dish, garlic dish, salad dish, couple other veggie and meat dishes, dessert... I'll look at the menu to get the specific names You have about 3-4 servers, there's no one sever per table... I think its more per section. Which might actually help get the food out quicker?? idk. There was live music the night we came, really enjoyed that. The manager was very nice! We got wine service while waiting in line... nice. Definitely a place to try if you haven't been here.
(4)Michael O.
One of the most romantic and cozy places to take your significant other. We loved this place! We went to Barcelona, Spain a week before went here. It is literally just like Barcelona for real! Felt like we were back on vacay! We went for Brunch and boy are those French toast and jamon good! The décor is mesmerizing. Be prepared to pay for valet parking.
(5)Megan N.
We came and had to wait a little bit for our table, but the service after was great. The sangria is delicious and the chocolate dessert is a must! Great place to come for drinks and a good dinner!
(5)Stephanie L.
One of my favorite bars in Atlanta! You'll never find a complaint from me about this place... The staff is so amazing as well as the food and wine!
(5)Rakesh P.
Right from the start the wait staff were excellent. They were extremely nice, talkative, and helpful with the menu and extensive wine list. The atmosphere on a Monday night was surprisingly buzzing (probably because of the deal they have on wine, half off on full bottles on Monday nights). The food was excellent. We had the jamon iberico, which was sliced in front of us and was absolutely gorgeous. We also ate the manchego + jamon croquettes, blistered peppers, gambas al ajillo (shrimp), and pan roasted venison, all of which were delicious, particularly the venison. We couldn't help ourselves and ordered dessert, the warm chocolate hazelnut indulgence, crepas salguero, and the flan catalan. They were all good but the warm chocolate hazelnut indulgence is the best. We'll definitely be coming back here for the service and the food
(5)Maria L.
Tasty tapas and cocktails, great for a group of friends to share. The atmosphere was modern and lively, great for a Friday night! I would come again.
(4)Candace G.
The manager Sean P. is amazing and true professional. That is all. The wine selection and the patio is one of my favorites in the neighborhood. :)
(5)Brian H.
Sexy, Chic spot with a super impressive wine list. Bottles of wine are half off on Monday. They have the types of tapas that will make you wonder if you have been transported to Spain. Seating at the bar can be tricky, especially on half price wine night. Prices are moderate. Good looking crowd.
(4)Jonathan M.
The paella here is unbelievable. That's really the main reason I go. Other than that, it's mostly tapas (which are very good) and they have a few main courses to choose from.
(4)Jerry T.
I enjoyed the food and the outside sitting area. It is a really cool spot and I would recommend getting there early. I could easily make this a weekly spot to hang out with friends. The owner was awesome too! Finally, write a quick review on their survey cards and you get free apps next time you go.
(4)Adrianne L.
My girlfriends and I went here for a fun girls night! We had a great experience! It was packed, but we didn't have a reservation and wanted to sit at the bar. We ordered drinks and waited for a spot to open up. The bartenders were the best-(Joe, And ?? - I wish I could remember all of their names)- they were so friendly and helpful and when another patron started getting obnoxious and pushing people around they quickly took care of the situation. The manager came out and checked on us and made sure we were not bothered by him again. The food was amazing, loved the cauliflower, steak,shrimp, and the lobster risotto was unbelievable. We will be going back!
(5)Tom N.
I liked the place. The atmosphere was nice, and the bartender was sociable. It was a good spot to let some steam off.
(3)Daniel F.
Loved this place. I went with two friends on a Saturday night. We had a reservation for 8:15, but we were told to arrive early because of the long wait. We did not get seated until about 8:45, but they gladly gave us 3 free tapas! The calamari, fig/chorizo, and steak was amazing! We ordered 9 different meats and cheeses and I was impressed by all of them, especially the fuet. The waiters were very friendly and we were even given a desert for free since we had to wait 20 minutes for the desert to come. The wait wasn't very pleasant but they sure did make up for it! Oh and the white sangrias are awesome. The place has a nice vibe and stays packed. I will be back many more times!
(5)Melissa B.
Really enjoyed myself here. The crowd on a Wednesday night was thoroughly encouraging. I like some personality on a weeknight, good hang out for sure. The space is awesome. Great wrapping patio (with heaters!!!!) and the main dining area is very well decorated in my opinion. The bar is a nice and long and the bar tenders were on their game when I went. Great menu too, lots of options to please just about anybody. Free valet riiiight next to the front door is a huge plus as well. Can't wait to go back and sample some more. Also a surprisingly yummy beer selection.
(5)Susan M.
LOVE IT. Cozy and lively atmosphere, diverse menu, friendly and helpful waitstaff. We dropped in for dessert and sherry after dinner at Sotto Sotto. It made my night.
(5)V L.
First time at Barcelona and the experience was amazing. There was an hour wait which wasn't fun but the restaurant staff was very gracious and accommodating, taking drink offers and even passing an hors d'oeuvre which I found impressive. We had a team of 2 servers that were very attentive, even our hostess that seated us saw us dining and asked how we were enjoying our meal! I will definitely be back! There's great food, great drinks, great service no better combination! Looking forward to returning soon!
(5)Chamstar C.
Great restaurant. The food is delicious, especially the whipped sheep cheese (favorite thing on the menu). Great atmosphere, service, and management. This place is a favorite date night place.
(5)Gio B.
Went there to celebrate my birthday! Fantastic place! The food was AMAZING! The service IMPECCABLE! LOVED the decor! I am already planning on going back. I am glad I found this place on yelp. The portions are VERY small though - but I guess that's how they make their money! lol - 2 thumbs up! Trey and Annie were our servers, they were great! Trey even gave us a free tapas voucher for when we come back! :) We had a couple of red sangria pitchers ( as good as it gets!) - the beef empenadas, the calamari, the hanger steak, the lamb chops and the original paella which comes with chicken and seafood! We brought our own cake and they were very accomodating, bringing the cake out with candles and champagne for everybody at the end of our meal! - Great night! Great time! Great ambience! Defenitely great birthday celebration!
(5)Natalie D.
Loved this place! Awesome food, atmosphere and service! The tapas are delicious! Drinks are great. The sangria is really tasty. We love the crispy bacon order and the warm bread with the olive oil. Street parking is free. ;) also! Its pet friendly outside. As long as your fury friend is well behaved and not aggressive they are more than welcome. They even have treats and water for them! Will be back! Oh and dont forget to fill out your survey and the end of the meal for a free tapa token!!!
(5)Danielle S.
I have wanted to come here for a while and while I did come here recently, I feel like I need to come back and get food. I came for a happy hour where people ordered food, but I had to leave early to get to another event. Everything on the menu looked amazing. I ordered a couple of the white sangrias, which I don't really know if they had much alcohol in them. They were delicious, but didn't seem very strong at all. They had chopped up fresh fruit (apples, oranges, etc) floating in them and had a lot of pineapple juice, which made it super sweet. I was highly impressed with the service that we received when we were there. One of the individuals at the party mentioned a beerita (or marga-rona) and most of the table had never heard of it. We asked the waitress if they had those, but she said no, but she said she would see what they could. She came out a bit later with a small pitcher filled with margarita and a beer of some sort (similar to a corona as they did not have those) sticking out of the top. Well done, bartenders for being creative. I will most definitely make a trip back here to try their food.
(5)Lydia R.
The goat cheese, fig and chorizo crepes (brunch menu) - one of the best dishes I've eaten in Atlanta. Just insanely delicious. Great atmosphere at the bar area, and Grady really took care of us. Could see myself spending many lazy Sunday afternoons at Barcelona.
(5)LL s.
I have been waiting for this place to open up and stumbled upon the "soft" opening last night. I think this will be a great new addition to the area. The food was delicious and the service was great. The decor was fabulous. Looking forward to my next visit.
(4)Samantha H.
Barcelona Wine Bar, you have my business forever and always. Given your excellent food and wait staff, I've got my eye on you for all future events. We had a 630p reservation for a party of 7 on Saturday. The outside seating was bumping, and the inside was even more chaotic. Among the chaos, we were still able to hear each other just fine. I do wish they sat us at an 8 person table instead of adding an additional chair to a 6 person table though. My friend was celebrating her Bachlorette party, so here's the low down on food -- 2 pitchers of sangria (white and red): Both of these trend on the sweeter/fruitier side. Not a complaint for me since I am not a big wine drinker. I think some of our party wish they were a bit drier though. Complimentary bread: Imagine in slow motion someone breaking off a piece of bread and you hear that distinct CRUNCH sound and the steam floats into the air, and the scent of amazing flour/dough and hitting your nostrils... Okay. Yeah. That's exactly what I want to reenact every time I take a piece of this bread and drench it in olive oil. All I can say is, MOAR bread please! Marinated Olives: One of the bridesmaids ordered this. Sorry, pass on my part. Unless it's in a sandwich, I can't stand for overwhelming saltiness of olives. Chorizo with sweet and sour figs: Definitely a winner of the table. The chorizo was flavorful without being too salty. Paired with the sweet and tart fig, this is a must have dish. Spiced Beef Empanadas : 3 per order. These are good but spicy. Crispy Cabbage: This cabbage was so sweet! Almost caramelized. The best parts (of course) are the little char bits. Hanger steak: Five very delicious, yet short lived pieces of medium rare hanger steak. I find that hanger steak can be kind of tough, but this was not at all difficult to eat. The truffle aioli is a little garlicky but adds to the flavors of the steak very well. Aside from the aioli, I think the steak speaks for itself. Broccoli Casserole: I LOVE BROCCOLI and usually HATE casseroles. But this was delicious!! I'm not sure what type of cheese they used, but it was so creamy. The broccoli was also very crunchy/fresh, not cooked to death like most casseroles are. Albondigas: Meatballs. Patatas Bravas: Another potato dish. I do wish the skins were a little more crunchy, and the overall dish was a little less oily. But anything with potato is automatically a-OK in my book. Ham & Cheese croquettes: I LOVE croquettes. For those who don't know, croquettes are basically a mixture of mashed potatoes and whatever else you want fried. Fried potato balls. They are everything I want in a fried fish: crispy on the outside and soft, pillowy insides. Finally .. the complimentary dessert board. They must only do this for special occasions, but it is a massive cutting board with the chocolate hazelnut cake (best cake... Ever), flan, bread pudding, and crepe. We also ordered the panna cotta. This is the best panna cotta I've ever eaten. It is a little more runny" and less "pudding-like" then your usual panna cotta but it is so creamy. They top it off with black cherries that really highlight the tartness of the dish. The hazelnut cake was probably the table winner. It was kind of like a molten lava cake, but with more of a thicker, fudgey middle than hot fudge. I would say the prices are fair. With everything we ordered, our bill was less than $200. That's less than $25/person before tax (for our 7). Granted, we got the dessert platter for free, but even a couple desserts around the table won't put you past $40/person. Overall, I was extremely pleased with our attentive servers and delicious food. TLDR; On a budget? Get the hanger steak and panna cotta for dessert
(5)Lawrence C.
Another consistent winner!! They maintain their FOUR STAR rating!! We arrived early for our dinner, and opted to sit outside for drinks, while we waited for our table to open up (they had a private function occupying the dining section for the late afternoon). Our drink orders were totally screwed up, not once but twice. It was disheartening. The servers were new and inexperienced and poorly trained. Our table finally opened up (we were about to leave for another restaurant at this point), and we're glad we stayed, as the rest of the evening was perfect. The manager knew the status thus far and insured our enjoyment. The four of us shared entirely too much food, including Paella Mariscos (for 1--to share), $25, lamb pinxto (sliders with balsamic vinegar glazed onions and dates), $9, and crab legs, $16, etc. MANY, many tastes and half tastes of wines by the glass, and we were happy campers.
(4)Thi T.
Popular place (especially for a Friday evening!). Nice atmosphere, romantic with dim lighting and different kinds of seating (from bar seats to high table tops, etc). Gazpacho. Fresh. I like the spicy kick to it. Empanada. Chorizos! It is hard to go wrong with sausage. Zucchini. Nothing to write home. Seasoning was not unique. Gambas. Tender shrimp... try to roll it around in the sauce for more flavor. Pork belly. I prefer this to not be fried. It took away from the texture and flavor of the actual meat. Potatas bravas. Cooked well in that it was soft inside and lightly fried outside. I love the creamy sauce that drizzled it. Mocktail. Fruit punch that is flavorful and not too sweet. Pretty (colors) on the eyes, too. Overall, I thought the food is decent, not worth coming back solely for that. Location (near the beltline!) and ambiance is worth looking for limited parking around the area. They also have valet parking apparently.
(3)Eric T.
This is a pretty good place to go to for some tapas if that's your thing. It's pricey but its the good kind of pricey. Its located in the popular Inman Park neighborhood close to the belt line, and there's a good change you'll see at least one famous actor/actress who's in town filming as most them also tend to stay in this area. The staff here is very attentive to your needs and will give you recommendations on the menu if you are not sure on what to get. The food here is quality in terms of flavor and you can't really go wrong with most of items on the menu. The atmosphere is both classy and hip. Outdoor or indoor seating are both excellent as well. Great place overall! My Recommendations: -Seafood Ceviche -Picante meat -Albondigas Menu: barcelonawinebar.com/atl…
(4)Mary Margaret E.
Great place to chat, share food, and try new drinks. I love sitting at the outside patio and people watching the Inman Park neighborhood. There's an outside fireplace during the cold season, which is pretty neat. The bar is always packed, but thankfully I'm short so I usually get to squeeze in to get a drink while waiting to get seated. I suggest getting reservations ahead of time if you're planning to stop in on the weekends. The wait can be ridiculous on busy days. I recently tried their kale and squash salad- a must try!
(5)Ashley M.
My friends and I dined here for Friday evening for Inman Park restaurant week. As their special, choose 4 tapas from most of their menu for $25. Since many of their tapas are $6.50 or less, this is a barely an incentive unless you order the more expensive tapas so my friends and I strategically chose the following: Potato Bravas Chorizo + Sweet and Sour Figs Calamari Gambas al Ajillo Grilled Hanger Steak Spiced Beef Empanadas Albondigas Brussels Sprouts Grilled Steak Paillard Two of us opted out of the restaurant week special and instead shared an order of the Mariscos Paella. At $25 per person with a minimum order for two people, this was probably the worse decision of all. I read so many good reviews of their paella so I was expecting my world to be rocked, but it just turned out to be pretty ordinary and pricey. From the tapas we tried, my favorites were the potato bravas, chorizo + sweet and sour figs, hanger steak, and Gambas al Ajillo. However, everything we tried was very tasty, incredibly well seasoned, and cooked well. For dessert, I ordered the panna cotta, one of my favorite, favorite desserts and Barcelona did not disappoint. It was delicious! We had two servers throughout the evening who gave our table lots of attention during our long meal, so I would say service is good here. A couple of qualms I have about this place: they would not seat our party of 4 until everyone arrived, which is understandable, however, there is no waiting area, so people were crowding the entrance and the host stand. I positioned myself next to a table to wait on my friends, which I'm sure the guests found annoying. The other thing I did not enjoy about this place was how many people they try to squeeze in their dining areas. When I was getting up to leave, I had to circle around the back wall of our table because a table over, the lady was so far back she was sitting with her back against our table. Needless to say, I'd appreciate more breathing room, but overall, it was an enjoyable dining experience!
(4)Joy W.
Fun fact: the first time I tried Barcelona was at their location in Boston (Brookline). After writing a review for that location, the owner wrote back informing me that I should check out the Atlanta location because he noticed on my profile that I was from there. Well, Spring Inman Park restaurant week 2015 came around and we were looking for a place to take my mother for her birthday. Barcelona was the winner. Their restaurant week menu was 4 tapas for $25. MEAT AND CHEESE ($6.50 each) - Speck. This was probably the most flavorful and memorable cured meat bite of my life. - Mahon. A semi-soft cow's milk cheese with a sweet and nutty flavor. Amazing amazing cheese to nibble on. TAPAS ($50 for 8 tapas for restaurant week) - Manchego and Jamon Croquettes: this was absolutely divine and my favorite tapas that we ordered. These small fried balls had melted manchego cheese inside with bits of their jamon serrano inside. I felt like I was having a Harry Met Sally moment from when they were at the deli, if you get the reference. - Chorizo and sweet/sour figs: A lot of people love this one. It was packed with flavor and was a tad bit too sour for me to enjoy more then 2 pieces, but it is a refreshing contrast to a lot of the other dishes. - Calamari: this was disappointing. The pieces aren't calamari rings like you're used to seeing at chain restaurants, but are actual squares of squid that are fried. However, the flavor and texture just didn't do it for me. I would swap this out with something else. - Hanger steak: a bit drier/chewier than I would've liked for steak, and the actual dish is smaller that it appears in photos. Otherwise, you pretty much gotta have it for some substance. - Mushrooms with whipped goat cheese: the heartiness of the mushrooms with the light goat cheese was fantastic. I recommend this is you need a veggie dish. - Lamb a la plancha: great flavor! The lamb didn't taste too gamey, so people who typically don't like lamb could enjoy this dish. - Braised Kale: amazing flavor for kale!! And it was nicely massaged and wilted down so that it isn't as tough as if it was raw. Since we ordered a ton of meat, we thought we needed some superfood and greens, and this was perfect. - Goat cheese stuffed piquillo peppers: we weren't planning on ordering this dish, but the waitress kept raving about it so we decided to replace the meatballs with this instead. The dish itself provided some nice flavor, but it didn't live up to the hype that the waitress had set. It isn't a spicy dish, so if you like the flavor of peppers and goat cheese, it'll be nice, but it wouldn't make the top of my list. - Meatballs: Albondigas meatballs are made of a few different types of meat - I want to say veal, pork and beef, but I could be mistaken. It covered with a zesty tomato sauce. The waitress ended up giving this one to us on the house because of my mom's birthday. It was a really nice gesture! However, I have to say Iberian Pig really set the standard for Albondigas so now nothing else compares, including the one from Barcelona. DRINKS They have an extensive wine and drinks menu. The great thing about their wine is they'll let you sample different wines until you find one that suits you. I ended up getting their white sangria which was a heavy pineapple flavor and really hit the sweet spot. If you like fruity drinks, I recommend the white sangria. My mom ended up getting one of the wines they brought over to sample, and I wish I remembered what it was because it was one of the best red wines I've tried. PARKING: Valet! OCCASIONS Celebrations such as birthdays, date night, work events, or a non-casual catch up with friends. Overall, it was a fantastic dinner experience and one of my favorite restaurants in Atlanta now. Next time, I'll probably get a wine with a meat and cheese plate, and a few tapas.
(4)Belinda L.
It's been a good solid few months since I've been back and I'm still happy this place is as good as ever. However... portion size has definitely declined - specifically the tapas. I was really bummed out about that... especially the Grilled Hanger Steak, which was probably one of my favorite items on the menu. Everything else is still good. Service was awesome! And the Paella was as good as ever. They even remember to add the chorizo in this time :D We also tried the Barcelona Mixed Grill which was super good! The pork chop was a little dry, but all the other items on there - NY strip, chicken, and sausage, were excellent. So overall, Barcelona is still probably one of my favorite restaurants I've been to here in ATL. I hope the food portioning was just a fluke of the night and not a permanent thing. With the nice weather settling in, expect hugggeee long wait lines, especially on the weekends since they have outdoor seating. Even after we made a reservation, we had to wait about 20-30 minutes to be seated... But it was worth the wait :) Read my first review of the place if you want more insights on my dining experience.
(4)Jin K.
Coworkers and I dined here for my birthday. Amongst nine of us we ordered wine, beer, etc with couple orders of charcuterie boards, and series of tapas to share. For charcuterie boards, we ordered prosciutto and about 6 different cheese selections: all the cheeses were superb, but prosciutto was bit disappointing becuase it was too dried up. For tapas, we ordered ceviche, lamb, meatballs, hangersteak, chorizo with fig, swordfish, spinach & chickpeas, cauliflower & almonds, calamari and more. Of the selections, my favorite had to be the chorizo and fig: it had a good balance of salty and sweet flavor. On the other end of the spectrum, my least favorite was the hanger steak. Although the flavor of the sauce was subtle and wasn't overbearing, the meat itself was too dry and overcooked. All in all, it was a pleasant experience. Ambience was nice and servers were very attentive.
(3)Alex P.
Unfortunately, I have to update my review. Barcelona is a restaurant that has spectacular food and the service of a dive bar. 1. NOBODY KNOWS THE WINE MENU HERE. Nobody in the restaurant knows wines on their menu. We asked for a relatively simple recommendation of a Grenache. The first waitress had no clue and said she will get somebody. We wait a while, a second waiter comes, we ask the same question. He looks at us with a blank stare and says he will get somebody. Is this a Spanish restaurant or what? A solid portion of your menu is Grenache. A whole 15 min passed, another person came around and was their version of the least helpful sommelier I've ever met. He didn't ask for the price range, just recommended two of their most expensive grenaches without asking for the price range. Really? If you expect to order wine, be ready to wait half an hour min. 2. DIRTY GLASSES. Dirty wine glasses, twice. Pieces of unknown chunks of residue on the first wine glass, I've asked for another, a different piece of residue. Third time was the charm. 3. POOR SEATING. Seating is a clear issue, consistently. When weather is colder and you have a reservation, they "assume" you've reserved a table on their barely heated patio and have the desire to experience the life of a polar bear for a night. This not only happened once, but three separate incidents. Unacceptable. 4. DELICIOUS FOOD. Holding up to my previous review, the food is spectacular. Potatoes bravas, beef heart, crispy cabbage, boquerones, manchego, yellowtail ceviche were all the highlights. 5. VERY SLOW. The waiter we had seriously was the slowest person ever. I am unfortunately done with Barcelona.
(2)Andy S.
They have a real wood-burning fire outside that a real person actually stokes with an iron rod. They could serve canned sardines and I'd be happy, but they don't, the food is phenomenal. What a wonderful evening I just had. Wow.
(5)Elizabeth G.
Outstanding service and delicious tapas. Best of all, the wine selection is like nothing I've ever seen before. You have to experience it if you're new in the city
(4)Jennifer G.
YUM! I love tapas! Especially during restaurant week. I've been to another location of Barcelona back in Boston, and I was very excited to find out that there was one right close to where I live in Atlanta now. The restaurant week deal was fabulous -- $25 for 4 tapas of your choice. You basically have the whole menu to choose from. I had the Grilled Hanger Steak, Braised Short Rib, Chorizo with Sweet & Sour Figs , and the Calamari. My favorites were definitely the steak and chorizo, but honestly, they were all great. Service was good too, and they brought our tapas out in rounds so that we didn't have 16 tapas for our party of 4 come all at once. All in all lovely experience and would definitely be back, but a little pricy on a regular day for the amount of food served. Or maybe just a little pricy for my current grad school budget, but nevertheless, food is delicious. And that's what matters.
(4)James P.
Love their outdoor seating, which is perfect for a day of brunching. Parking is on the street or valet, the latter which is everybody's option because it's easy peasy. Brunch is fantastic, but the tapas during dinner is even more outstanding. I was craving a sangria for some reason and opted out of the regular ones for their sangria flora, which is mostly rosè, and it was delicious. For two grown-ass men, we have to order a lot when it comes to tapas, so we ordered the dry-cured jamon serrano, the 6-month manchego cheese, olives, beef empanadas, patatas bravas, green beans, asparagus, and the charred broccoli. I was looking forward to the butter lettuce salad, but unfortunately they were out of the greens, so we just canceled that order. Every meal that came out was great except for the charred broccoli that wasn't really charred, but extremely boiled and mushy. I am still a fan of Barcelona.
(4)Lena P.
Food is great! Customer Service, is just "okay". **Food 5++ stars! Delicious and so flavorful, kudos to the Chef!! He is amazing! The food is outstanding and every dish we ordered was so good! The menu changes weekly, but I know if I come visit again the food will be just as good as my first visit. This chef knows how to flavor everything just right and make mouth watering tapas! This is a Review from back in December 2014, had a surprise birthday dinner for my fiancé and a few of his close friends (table for 6). I emailed the manager ahead of time to make sure they had vegetarian options on the menu and got a quick response and was assured they had many veggie options for us. He was right! The food was delicious! **Service 2 stars: Only thing was iffy was the customer service, or lack of service. It was surprisingly extremely busy on a Tuesday night, but I made reservations ahead of time (3 weeks) and told the manager my plan of surprising my fiancé for his birthday, he told me not to worry and that he had my reservations in and everything will be good to go. My plan was to get there with my fiancé AFTER our friends were seated. Which I mentioned to the manager. But when we got there, our friends told us that they couldn't seat us all until we were all there or at least 75% were there. So my plan didn't go as I thought it would, and we were still waiting for a table for 15 mins when we got there. We had to keep looking for our waiter, he always seemed annoyed and wasn't too friendly when we asked him questions. We also ordered items and never got them and had to remind him to bring them. We asked for help for vegetarian options and he wasn't that helpful to direct us to the right entrees. He even brought out the last entree at the very end when everyone was done, so we told him to take it back since it was too late. They brought out champagne for my fiancé's birthday celebration, but I was hoping for some type of dessert or candle or something and they never did that. It wasn't as special for my fiancé as I thought it would be, especially when the manager told me everything would be taken care of and he knew what my plans were. Overall, it's a good place, I would definitely go back for the food, it was so flavorful and delicious! But just be careful when it's a really busy night, don't expect too much from them, especially for your birthday.
(3)Lanay G.
I found this fancy little gem on Yelp and bookmarked it a few months back. I can't believe it took me so long to go check the place out! Now, they won't be able to keep me out of there! This is the cutest place and is perfect for date night or just girls night out. They have a very impressive selection of wines and tapas. They have a few larger plates and although the menu says "price for two" you can actually order a single portion. The drinks: My FAVORITE wine is the Lucien which is a sparkling rose that is absolutely perfect for sipping out on the patio while enjoying beautiful weather. My favorite mixed drink is the chocolate martini. Not the one on the menu though. You have to ask Kim (The best bartender in the world) to make it for you! I don't know what she does to make it so different but she is THE BOMB! Kim will give you a life altering experience with her mixing skills. She will have you hooked to the point where you are disappointed when you get to the bar and she isn't working. Food: I have tried quite a few items from the menu and have decided on two of my favorites. The calamari is pretty amazing. It comes with a sauce I don't like though. We have found that if you get the marinara that goes to the meatballs instead, it is much better! I also love their shrimp tapas. It has the perfect blend of seasoning to make it tasteful but not overpowering. Ambiance: The ambiance here does not get much better. You will see a mixed crowd, especially on a Thursday night. They have tables inside and a large patio space. It is in your best interest to make a reservation if you are looking for a table. Definitely make your way to Barcelona soon if you have not been already. Be sure to see Kim at the bar. If you get a table and can request your server, ask for Billy. He is amazing and a pleasure to converse with. Single ladies: Take a peek at the line cooks on your way to the restroom. You can thank me later ;)
(5)Maitreyee R.
If you like Tapas served with a lot of bad attitude Barcelona is the place to go to. This was not my first time at Barcelona and having liked their food and ambience I decided to return with a big group of friends. Starting out, our server that night was impatient while taking our orders and the silverware arrived ten minutes after the food, only because we asked for it! That's not it! I along with three people at the table was refused alcohol because someone from the management thought that someone at our table was drunk. Yes, that is exactly how the server put it! Not anyone at the table was drunk and their explaination was absolutely incongruous. What was ironic was that just a while before this a lady walked out of the restaurant clearly intoxicated and stumbled to the sidewalk! The whole incident was such a downer that I dont think I will ever come back here again.
(1)Angelo R.
Was here on a Sunday when I visited ATL in Oct. My best bud and fellow Yelper Roger highly recommended this place so he took me here for lunch...my last meal in ATL. Weather was perfect so seated outside. Staff was very attentive and polite. Everyone that walked by us said hello. I ordered the Chorizo and Figs. Speechless...just dam good! My friend got the Spicy Eggplant Caponata. Another fantastic simple dish...great for dunking our breads :) We also shared some calamari. Batter was just right..not overpowering..not greasy and nice chunks of squid. Our server was very knowledgeable of every dish on the menu. Took his time answering our questions. Before I forget, try their house cocktail...Hot Dahlia (Roasted Jalapeño IBlanco Tequila Muddled Orange & Cilantro, Lime Juice). Prepped well, not watered down...definitely kicked my a.. lol! This was my first time here and won't be the last. Visiting DC next month and they have one there...Yay!
(5)David A.
Food reminded me of that mini vacation i took when I went to Spain. I had the egg yolk carpaccio and the jamón serrano. I didn't inks Know what to expect about the egg yolk but I was surprised with a huge burst of flavor. The ham tasted as if it was from Spain. While it was a little loud the excitement was pleasant to dine in. Add that with a glass of wine, an amazing meal
(5)Anya C.
I love this place. We came here after midnight, so the menu was limited, but we had no problem finding finding some great tapas to try. We had the Soria sausage, potato tortilla, and the yellowtail ceviche. All three were absolutely delightful. The Soria was so flavorful. I actually ate the ceviche and thought it was fantastic...coming from someone who hates fish. The tortilla was so good, especially mixed with the Soria. We will most definitely be back.
(5)Lily G.
My husband and I went here last week and it was wonderful. The small plates were delicious, the wine was wonderful and the service was amazing. We were total tapas noobs, but our server Manuel was really awesome and kind. Will definitely be back!!
(5)Sheek T.
The best part of this place is the ambience. We sat outside by the fire. The food is also good. We had the salami, hanger steak, chorizo with sweet n sour figs, grilled steak paillard, potato tortilla and the empanadas. The best were the empanadas, the chorizo and the grilled steak.
(4)Adrian C.
Wow! My friend suggested this place when I was looking for a restaurant for my birthday dinner and I'm beyond thrilled that I took him up one suggestion. Parking - valet is the way to go! There's also a parking deck located next to the restaurant. No need to find parking on the street on N.Highland. The staff is so amazing! The provide too-notch service. I called and made a reservation 2 weeks ago for 11 people during the dinner rush and the hostess didn't even flinch. She was so kind and even made a special note that it was for a birthday. When we arrived (promptly may I add) they were waiting for us and had the tables ready. Huge plus! The wait staff was BEYOND patient while we browsed the lengthy alcohol and food menu. If you love wine, Barcelona has EVERY wine you can think of. Lucky for us tonight they had half off wine. The Food. Man ow man. The tapas and the regular menu items were delicious. We had asparagus, steak, calamari, mushrooms, paella, chicken, sausages, omg the list goes on and on! The food was mouth watering and we didn't have to wait too long. What I love is the 2 non- tapas items (chicken and paella) took a little longer but our awesome waiter set proper expectations so we knew it would take a while. They kept the drinks and the bread flowing. The manager came by and wished me a happy birthday and gave us a complimentary round of champagne. Talk about classy! What an amazing experience. I cannot say enough positive things about my experience tonight. I am a huge fan and I will be coming back and recommending this place to everyone.
(5)Jason M.
Service is awesome, food is amazing, Bloody Mary bar is top notch! Highly recommend the Lamb burger
(5)S E.
Food is always amazing no matter what you order on the menu. Everything is always fresh and delicious! Awesome vibe and cool people :)
(5)Valerie N.
After hearing so many friends rave over Barcelona, we decided to try it out for Inman Park restaurant week. Barecelona offered a $25/person menu, so I quickly made a reservation online for an outdoor table to try it out. We decided to go on a Wednesday night and hopefully miss the insanity that is IPRW. We showed up on time for our reservation and were told our table wasn't ready, my pet peeve. We moved into the very crowded bar and enjoyed a cocktail while waiting. And we waited. And we waited. And we waited... (on a Wednesday night, y'all). After about 30 minutes, our outdoor table finally opened up. We were seated at a very tiny table that was really meant for 2; luckily, the next table over was getting up and we were able to snag their 4 top that made much more sense for our group. The hostess made me feel high maintenance to ask, but really - after all that wait, we should have been accommodated with a table that made sense for a group of 4 (not to mention our upcoming tapas and drinks). The change was quickly made and next thing I know, a group of 2 was seated at our original table (and they even looked crowded!). Our waiter was absolutely lovely and quickly helped us forget our long wait and table snafu. We essentially ordered everything on the menu, thanks to the Restaurant Week offer. To be honest, everything was good and nothing really stands out to me as a "must order," aside from the albondigas and empanadas. Truly - everything was good. It was really lovely sit outside and enjoy good company, yummy tapas, delicious wine, and great weather.
(4)Karla N.
I absolutely loooooveeee this place! I have been to this place several times and i can not believe I havent wrote a review yet! I love the fact that they have inside and outside sitting all year round and the back patio has a nice fireplace. our experience have varied but i have never had bad service here. However if it is the weekend after 7 get ready to wait even when the is reservations which I hate. now the food is really really good but some of the tapas feel like a bite size specially the fish tapas I dont recall the name but it was 2 bite size pieces of fish for 14 bucks it was really good but we left feeling cheated. now the wine selection per glass is great. Now if you are like me and spontanously want to go east without a reservation this place has a small bar in the patio which it looks like is used by the staff but you could actually seat there and obtain good service. This past weekend I tried their brunch and I have to say it was delish i encourage you to try it.
(5)Nicki K.
Great place overall and 3.5 star rating. I just cannot say I'm a fan yet. I do like tapas but I don't love them. They are like Spanish version of dim sum for me, which I'm also not a fan of. Atmosphere is busy, casual, laid back, but can be noisy. I went on a Thursday night and it was packed!!! I cannot imagine weekends. The bar area was very crowded. Waiter Michael was really knowledgeable and cool. He helped us decide what to order. He gave great descriptions and ideas. We ordered the following - Red Bell peppers stuff with cheese - it was so good, I really like it, I want to learn how to make it now, impress. Eggplant - I like eggplant and do not eat enough of it. It was really good, thick and meaty tasting, very flavorful. However, it did come out room temperature, wish it was brought to table after cooking it instead of it sitting on counter. Shrimp - a few pieces, tasty but needed a bit more salt. Meatballs - it was really good. I was impress. I'm not a big beef fan but Michael told us that it's a mix of beef, veal, and lamb. Snapper - the filet was really small, I understand it was small like tapas but wow, seriously. The taste was okay. I feel like I'm missing another tapa but that's all I can remember. I thought I took pics of it but I didn't. There is valet parking but you can also park across the street in the deck. I parked down the street. My GPS didn't take me to the location. The restaurant was hard to find cause it doesn't say Barcelona on the outside but luckily, I saw a valet guy on the other side of the building who helped guide me. Overall, if you like this kind of restaurant, go for it. I do like it, just not love it. I prefer more casual, laid back environments where I can listen to without all the noise.
(3)Lyndenise B.
As the "it" place right now, you definitely have to dress yourself with patience when coming to dine. I had reservations for 8:45 but was not seated until an hour later. The current hosts should (1) be outside instead of the middle of the restaurant creating chaos when blocking the kitchen and bathrooms and (2) reservations system should be automated and include the tables instead of two separate lists where they clearly don't turn anyone away. The ambiance is vibrant and fun but aside from tapas it doesn't remind me of anything Spanish related. They had old school hip hop which was fun but not a "Barcelona" experience. They have us several tapas on the house because of the wait so I do appreciate that. The food wasn't my favorite and I love Spanish tapas! The calamari were soggy and the spicy mayo was way too hot. The spinach and garbanzo plate was really mushy and the scallops were way too rubbery. I've been here before for a private event and it was fantastic but this time failed to hit the mark. Service was ok but definitely not with the wait or the price.
(3)Sandra C.
I remember the first time I went, food was awesome. Second time today was okay but not as great as I remembered. Service, however, was phenomenal. Our calamari came out too salty and the manager immediately recognized we were dissatisfied. We got a new one that was perfectly executed and he even took it off the menu. Very friendly and attentive staff. Will definitely return. I just wish they had drink specials. Or some kind of happy hour or something.
(4)Beverly C.
I went on a weekend evening with 2 girlfriends so it was slammed. It was a lot of hassle at first. We were told it would be an hour wait. We walked to Krog Street and came back 45 min later and the host said it would be another 45 minutes. He said we had only been waiting 15 min. We spoke with someone else, who happened to be the manager who did his very best to seat us as quickly as possible. Our server was fabulous and coached us through the menu as first timers. The manager checked us as well. We shared about 5-6 tapas and had sangria and wine. Everything was delicious! It's definitely the place to be! I didn't see them on open table, which would have made our night go smoother.
(4)Yasmine B.
My go to spot for a celebration or special occasion date night. The atmosphere is trendy and the restaurant is always busy. On the weekend be prepared to wait even if you have a reservation. The restaurant has valet. Monday is half priced bottles of wine :) The tapas are so flavorful and perfect for sharing if the server times the courses. The flan is absolutely amazing. Must try - the calamari and the chorizo and fig. Really most of the menu is a must try, I've never tried anything here I didn't love. The wine list is huge so I recommend having a server make suggestions. You get what you pay for - come prepared to spend money and get an amazing experience.
(5)Tran N.
Barcelona Atlanta came to my mind as one of the best tapas places in Atlanta. I've eaten at other tapas places but this tops it all. There were a lot of characteristics I loved about this place. The seating outside the patio was great in ambiance, and the fall breeze wasn't bad because I do get cold easily, but they provide blankets at the table! There was also a nice heater above us to keep the warmth. We were here just for the tapas since we weren't too hungry, the paella looked great though, but too huge in portions. The tapas we tried: Hanger Steak-Our server recommended this, and said everyone always gets it since it is a popular one. Definitely get this if you're coming here, meat was cooked just right, and the sauce was good. Shrimp: I can't remember the actual name of this dish, just know it is broiled shrimp with good flavors into it. Meatballs: These definitely got me full after about 1 1/2, they come in 5, but best way to fill your stomach without over ordering. Not bad in flavors, but ikea's swedish meatballs are better.... Ribeye with mushrooms: I could recommend these along with the hanger steak as the 2 favorites. Grilled and sautéed just right. Potatoe bravas: It's a habit for me and my boyfriend to come to a tapas place and get potatoes, I love these because it was roasted perfectly, and the sauce to top was amazing. Dessert: Hazelnut chocolate indulgence cake with coconut ice cream. I could eat the coconut ice cream by itself and be satisfied, the cake was great and very rich, but as i'm getting older my sweet tooth is dying out, This was just a bit to sweet for me. However, still great. They also had churros on the menu with chocolate sauce, and Flan-I should have gotten thought instead. Barcelona is a great place for date night, surprised my boyfriend by coming here and he ended up loving it. Make reservations definitely, especially on a Saturday night and enjoy the tapas on the patio where its less noisy from inside. Complimentary Valet is available.
(5)Michelle B.
Dennis was our server and he was great! We didn't order much (just a glass of wine), but never felt rushed or anything. It was chilly so they had blankets out on their outdoor chairs. Nice touch! Cute wine bar and they have music and events all the time.
(5)Lili A.
Love the flan. Great atmosphere
(4)Zee Z.
I'd rather eat alot of different stuff, than stuff myself with one item. I loved all the food here. They make a speciality manhattan, which kept me licking my lips. The wine menu is pretty big, house malbec was a hit also. Ambiance is really nice too...although i sat outside in the chilly weather under heat lamps. Staff is attentive, which is to be expected of a place of this caliber. So i ended up having Patatas Bravas, Roasted Chickpea Puree, Roasted Garlic Bulbs, Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Crispy Calamari, empanadas, Grilled Hanger Steak, lengua with eggs, and some other stuff i can't remember. Nothing was bad...but the lengua stuck out for me, they sous vide it for like 2-3 hours which makes the meat breakable with your tongue. I would definitely go back again...but with a date, not a boys night out place.
(5)Ashley S.
I am a bit confused about the $35 Unlimited Tapas deal, as I expected it to be, indeed, unlimited. I Came here on a Monday night and ended up doing the Unlimited Tapas for $35 per person (6 person minimum). Servers immediately began bringing out tapas, and it was nice that they brought out 2 of each dish since we had 8 people in our party. However, I wasn't very impressed with the dishes they chose, and they were definitely not what I would have ordered had I picked. Eventually, we asked for the late night menu so we could begin choosing our own tapas. We asked the waitress if everything on the menu was included in the unlimited deal, to which she responded "yes." So, we began picking what we wanted to try, which were meats and cheeses as opposed to roasted carrots, chickpea spread, potatoes, etc. We thought everything was included in the $35 price, but when we got our bill, our waitress had upcharged us for the dishes we ordered. Instead of charging $35 per person, our bill was $115. When we questioned it, our waitress ended up taking off the charges but told us she had to charge for the Ceviche. We never actually received the Ceviche, so she did end up taking that off as well. I am just wondering if it is indeed unlimited tapas for $35, or if they regularly charge extra for plates that you order yourself. If that's the case, it's certainly not worth the $35, and they need to add that bit of information in a disclaimer.
(2)Kellie N.
WOW! This place is amazing. It was completely packed on Saturday night with a fun mix of people. Th bar scene is vibrant and the deck is a great escape from the crowd. The DJ and girl serving shots in patrons mouths on the bar after midnight was a fun and entertaining part of the night. The food is amazing!! We had several appetizers that were beyond amazing. 6 of us shared these two dishes and still had leftovers. PARRILLADA - Argentine Mixed Grill for Two Pork Chop, Half Chicken, Gaucho Sausage, N.Y. Strip, Papas Fritas, Chimichurri PAELLA - For Two to Six People Saffron Rice, Chicken, Squid, Shrimp, Chorizo, Clams & Mussels A must go to in Atlanta!
(4)Shelby S.
This restaurant really impressed me with their service. Complimentary spanish wine? Duh they get 5 stars. They have something wrapped in bacon, dates or something? Get that. You don't like bacon? Shut up. Get it.
(5)Karen F.
One of my absolute favorite spots. Ambiance, service, food... it is all on point. I'd like to start with explaining my internal battle between my Monday - Thursday life and my weekend life. Monday - Thursday, it takes a lot to get me to even leave my house and it's nearly impossible to convince me for dinner and drinks. What I absolutely love about Barcelona, is it acts both of that cozy comfortable atmosphere where you feel like you're dining at your favorite aunts house or as that first stop on a wild girls night out. I'm never NOT in the mood for this place. They change out their dinner menu regularly, which makes it easier to pretend you don't frequent there as much as you do. Every time I go, I let my server recommend his favorites and I have NEVER been disappointed. If Josh/Jeptha is working, he's worth a wait. He's the best, around....nothings gonna ever keep you down. Sorry, had to give a little Karate Kid reference. They have a new GM also who is a super nice guy. Actually came to the table to introduce himself. Nice touch. I can honestly say I have not disliked anything I have had there. And no matter how full I get, there is ALWAYS... ALWAYS room for their Caramel Crepe. Jesus. Makes my mouth water. Oh. And they started doing brunch on weekends. Half priced bottles of wine on Sundays. Have you SEEN that patio seating? ....Game changer. Just sayin.
(5)Errol G.
Is it wrong for a man to love a tapas restaurant? If so, then I don't want to be right. This place is fantastic- like leaving Atlanta and going someplace else. It has a bit of a NYC, Chicago or SF restaurant feel, where a city's in-crowd would hang. While the food is amazing-- their cheese tray is one of the best in the area, and their calamari and brussell sprouts are worth the drive alone-- this place to me is all about the atmosphere on a warm night in Atlanta. The wait-staff is great- they seem to truly love their jobs, the customers, and the food and drinks they serve. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and while it's almost always crowded, it never feels "packed." I guess it's because we're all loving the great variety of "throw a dart at it and it will be good" food, drinks, and people watching that we're doing, so who the hell cares? All in all, it's become one of my new favorites, a place I will take visiting friends from out of town to show how cool my town can be and some of the best that we've got to offer.
(5)Chris R.
The good, Mussels Diablo, Patatas Bravas. Spot on authentic tapas. The service was fine, nothing spectacular. Just give us a basket of bread, every table around us, including us asked for bread multiple times. The meat and cheese plate was a waste of money. For $17.50 it included 1 piece of cheese and ham sliced so thin it almost wasn't there. Oh and 4 grapes. Red sauce was not real poblano sauce.
(3)Jane S.
This restaurant is amazing. My family and I had a reservation at Rosebud in VA Highlands for my mother's birthday but it fell through. We had a party of 4, but my mother was stuck in traffic and they refused to seat us until she arrived and they also wanted to charge $15 to put the cake we brought in the cooler for a few minutes. SO, luckily, we ended up at Barcelona. The service was amazing, everyone was so kind and attentive. The food was delicious and they had no problem at all storing the cake for us. They even brought the cake out with candles on it and gave us complementary glasses of champagne (my mother's had a little candle on it). I was extremely impressed with how focused this restaurant was on providing a good experience. I will definitely be returning.
(5)Maggie J.
I like Barcelona very much! It's a casual wine bar with a large selection of delicious tapas. I tried several different plates and glasses of wine, and they were all good. I definitely recommend.
(4)Agata R.
Based on the other Yelp reviews, I was truly looking forward to a great meal at Barcelona. My mom, husband and I are huge tapas fans, and came here in January on a Friday evening. I can't begin to describe how average and disappointing the tapas were. Every single item we were presented with had something off about it. The eggplant caponata was overpowered by tomatoes, as were the mussels, which came drenched in heavy tomato sauce that tasted like marinara from a jar. The shrimp was bland; the chorizo with figs cloyingly sweet; and a bean stew so salty that it was inedible. The lamb chop tasted fine, but merely because it was just grilled so there wasn't much to mess up. I will definitely not be coming back, there mare much better tapas places in Atlanta.
(2)Kira O.
This place is okay, the food wasn't too great... but they allow pets, so that's a plus :)
(3)Rudy J. T.
I will start this review by pointing I've been a resident in Spain (many years ago) for about 2 years and I tried almost everything in spanish cuisine. Barcelona can be described as a good approach of what a tapas bar is (or should be). I will say they have some flaws in the execution though (hence the 3 stars). Preliminary note: This restaurant is in a very hot spot in Atlanta (at least nowadays), so, it is crowded most of the time. Keeping that in mind and since I'm alone for dinner (business traveler) and I always sit at the bars, I have to say, the restaurant seems to be having some staff issues. Then taking a closer look at the bartenders, I realized the problem is not the personnel but the bar set up. Sounds the restaurant has some lack of space for bottle storage in the bar and the bartenders had to go back and forth from the racks at the back of the bar to get the ingredients for their drinks. There were 3 bartenders at the bar, plus 1 bar back guy and they collided all the time with the amount of traveling they have to do. Please do not blame it on the bartenders, the culprit is not theirs in this case. As a matter of fact, they were all very attentive. With that said, I will put the services outside of the equation and focus on my meal experience. Even before I could order my drink, a bartender gave me a plate of Patatas Bravas to try. It just came out of the blue (I did not even order it, but seems someone rejected the plate and it ended before me). I really appreciate this bartender handled that plate which was really good, even when I am not very fond of very spiced food. I orderer a glass of Tempranillo and a plate of cold cuts and cheese. The Jamon Serrano (prosciutto cured in paprika instead of salt) was average, so was the sobresada (soft pork sausage), but the manchego and the quince preserve were pretty good. I will have to say, the Jamon Serrano tasted more like Prosciutto than Jamon Serrano, but I enjoyed it anyway. After that, I ordered, gambas al ajillo (garlic shrimp) with a glass of Muscat. The wine was very good, I cannot say the same thing about the gambas. First , the gambas in Spain are the really tiny small shrimp, not the shrimp we find here in the fish markets which are kind of couple of inches long. Gambas are around 3/4 of an inch. I know it is very difficult (amost impossible) to find those in the US market but at least, the execution can be perfected. First. the shrimp is not clean (ok, ok, I can de-tail the shrimp myself, but the purpose of the gambas is that they come already cleaned, at least in Spain they serve them that way), and then, they lack of seasoning. Gambas al ajillo are supposed to be garlicky (I think I mentioned this in another of my reviews here in Yelp!). Anyway, I will stay away from Gambas on my next visit. After that I ordered Albondigas. Those were cool. Kind of under seasoned but they tasted pretty much like a very good meat ball complement in spaghetti. I really liked them. I was in a rush to go back to work so I could not experience anymore about this restaurant. I paid the bill, greet all the bartenders and leave. One thing I have to point is the ambience.. it is very loud and vibrant, kind of hectic, though. Looking at some people around me it sounds more like a place 'to be seen' than a place those particulars enjoy going to. Anyway, if you can bypass that and the fact the place trends to be loud, I will say Barcelona is a good option when it comes to Tapas (I will really reserve my opinion on some other tapas places around Atlanta in this review, you'll have to check my other ones). Salud y pesetas, tios!!!
(3)Chelsea W.
I've been here on several occasions and have yet to have a bad experience. I love the location, the food is delicious, and they have a nice selection of wines. It is on my list of places to bring out of town visitors. The service has also been great every time I've been. On my first trip, the waiter was very helpful navigating the menu and offering suggestions for our table. We've also had free dishes sent to our tables several times, which is always nice. If you do plan on checking this place out, I definitely recommend making a reservation. I had a friend come here one weekend and ended up waiting almost 2 hours. She refuses to go back, which is such a bummer because I do enjoy it.
(4)Ashley L.
Truly an amazing dining experience! Staff is wonderful, food and wine are delicious and the atmosphere is perfect! Great place to bring visitors!
(5)Jesse W.
Great food, prompt service, and AWESOME customer service! I lost a book on Halloween night, CRAZY BUSY, and they took time to find it, call me back, and get it back to me.
(5)Megan W.
Went here two nights ago. The food was amazing. We got mushrooms, peppers, and patatas. My margarita was ok but Bartaco is obviously the best at making those! The service was friendly and timely. Very impressed.
(5)Jen K.
There are two elements here to review: the food (most important) and the atmosphere. I would give the bar atmosphere 4 or 5 stars. It was pretty fun. But the food wasn't amazing so that's why I'm giving this place 3 stars. I ordered 4 tapas: chorizo & fig, garlic shrimp, potato tortilla and something else that I can't remember so was obviously not a stand out. The chorizo was delicious and by far the highlight of my meal. Everything else was just fine. I did have a bite of the roasted broccoli and the hanger steak my friend ordered. Again, fine. Nothing here really blew my mind.
(3)Ryan K.
I'm a huge fan.This is a true tapas style restaurant with the best charcuterie I have ever seen.I felt like I was in South America.Our server Billy spent tons of time educating us about the food and wine and made wonderful recommendations.We tried many new things and had a few old standards.I can't wait to come back.
(5)Jessica R.
This place was awesome! Great atmosphere for a girls night, and good deals on Wine. The mushrooms and shrimp were amazing. Really enjoyed it and can't wait to go back.
(4)Keo S.
Definitely try this place if you are looking for a great well-rounded experience. Ambience is fabulous and definitely sit outside if you can. It was a little chilly on the night we went, but the fireplace and heat lamps were perfect. The service was stellar, really yummy cocktails, and then the food came. We loved the hanger steak, beef empanadas, the charcuterie & homemade cheese, and fried cabbage (not on the menu, but it's an absolute staple there). We were stuffed and they insisted on having us try the flan (which was so darn good). Love this place and will definitely be back in the future.
(5)Jewel D.
Went there on a date for the first time a few weeks ago. We bounced around the belt line, and I was excited to try the flan and their raved about wine list. The initial bartender we dealt with seemed like he really didn't want to be there. I told him right away it was my first time there, as I stared and the huge chalk board of wine selections, and he walked off, without even offering water. Ok - so then I asked to try a few. His only response was that they were out of all the options I asked for. Well then... He did finally offer me a few samples, and I went with a mediocre pinot noir. So then the flan... It was soup. I know flan can be hard to set correctly, but this barely held it's shape and was soft custard at best. Flavor, eh, I think I've had better. We decided to address the second bartender. He was great, brought us a new flan, that one was soupy too, so he took care of it for us. In a situation like that, I'd rather have a manager tell me the flan (or any other dish) just isn't up to their standards to serve, because hey, stuff happens - that never should have been allowed to leave the kitchen, especially twice. Overall, not sure what all the hype is about...
(2)Sara P.
Great birthday dinner last night with a good friend. Shared a huge cast iron pan of delicious and plentiful palella, along with various tapas, and finished off with glasses of champagne and a molten chocolate cake. Great service and experience overall! We will definitely return in the future for other special meals.
(5)Jacqueline C.
I am always so impressed with the service here (I fell like the food doesn't even need a review since it goes without saying that it is awesome). I've been a number of times since it's near my apartment, and every time, I leave completely satisfied with the experience. Whether it's a planned group dinner or a spontaneous stop after a walk, this place gets it right, always. I'll focus on my most recent visit: A group of about 12-15 of us went here for a friend's birthday. A reservation was made, of course, but the birthday girl really wanted to sit by the fireplace. Unfortunately it is first come, first serve -- we were told. However, upon arriving for dinner, we were all escorted back to the fireplace seating area where everything was ready for us. I don't know if this was planned and they always intended to give us this section or if it just sort of worked out, either way, the birthday girl was very pleased. Once we were seated and everyone was taken care of, the waitress actually made a point to ask if anyone in the group had food allergies! WHAT!? This never happens. As a foodie with a food allergy, I can tell you, tapas dining can be a bit difficult to navigate, especially with a large group. But they were completely and unbelievably accommodating to me and the other girl with food allergies. Not only would she tell us what we could and couldn't eat whenever a new dish came out, but if something came out that one (or both) of us couldn't eat, they would bring an alternate version that we could. Amazing! Never have I ever...we were just so blown away. Throughout the evening they continued to take such good care of us, so good in fact you start to feel like the only people in the whole place. Now that's service. I it's not just this last visit. It really is above and beyond every time. Without exxageration. Every. Time. This will continue to be my go-to place for spontaneous dinner adventures with my friends, planned group events and entertaining my out-of-town guests. Kudos Barcelona. Kudos.
(5)Kelly Z.
Yum! I had the pleasure of enjoying my Wednesday before Turkey day here and this place was packed. Reservations were easy through their website and we were seated within the first five minutes of arrival. Dark wood, low lighting, huge central bar, and wine flowing everywhere. this would be an awesome date spot. They were offering a 6 for $46 but me and the boy werent very hungry Let me just say that the service here is awesome! Our waitress was the perfect blend of hands off and attentive. Different servers brought us our food and all were friendly. We started with a pitcher of the red wine sangria, which i thought tasted like a big jug of hawaiian punch but who doesnt love spiked hawaiian punch? Great deal at 24 dollars. Food: Patatas bravas- so many tapas places just don't know how to fry a potato anymore but these are perfectly cooked and the sauce is smoky and the perfect complement. Hanger steak- chewy, small serving. The marinade and the sauce was good but I probably wouldn't get this again. Mussels- these were really salty, typical mussels, tomato, crusty bread..nothing special. Overall, great ambience and service, I'll definitely be back to try some more tapas. Also, every time I drive by this place it looks packed so make a reservation!
(4)LeRue C.
Barcelona Atlanta is the one of the reasons that I live in Atlanta. While it is still the south and we have a long way to progress, I can honestly say the Atlanta restaurant scene continually impresses. I am thankful for trying out BA on a Monday night, exactly on it's seventh day of being opened. I arrived and my friend was waiting for me at the packed bar. It was like a Friday night in there. BA interior is absolutely beautiful. The wood throughout is amazing and you can tell that there was a ton of work involved in making this a lasting and memorable experience for patrons. The art is pretty cool too. All the men were sporting a beard for Movember, and I have to say that they were wearing them well. It was sexy lumberjack central at BA. Allie our server was really funny. The poor thing gave really long spill about the restaurant and how the menu worked. I was tired for her. We ended up ordering a few tapas and some wine. The wine list is extensive and I was a kid in a candy store. I LOVE RED WINE. The Rioja, can't recall the name and the Cab blend that my friend ordered were incredible. The tapas on the other hand were pretty good. The hanger steak was flavorful but tough. The chicken empanada that came with a nice guacamole which was tasty. I didn't try the beef empanada but he seemed to enjoy it. The people next to us were eating what appeared to be a traditional Paella and it must have been good because they didn't leave a morsel on the plate. The tapas portions are quite small for the $8-10 price point. BA is no Eclipse Di Luna. This place is all about the ambiance, service, and the wine. BA is definitely experiencing opening pains but they are doing an excellent job. They are still in the over deliver phase which is good. I think four different people came to our table about six times total in the hour plus that we were there. I didn't mind because as I mentioned before, the sexy lumberjacks were not hard on the eyes. All in all, BA is a beautiful experience that all of Atlanta wine and food connoisseurs will enjoy.
(4)Maya C.
This is my roommates favorite place to take visitors. I've always found the staff to be great. They can always point me to a red wine that I'll love. My favorite small plates are the ones involving salami.
(4)Kim N.
Brunch was delicious and price was reasonable. 1/2 off most bottles of wine on Sunday starting at 12:30 pm :) - Steak & eggs - skirt steak, chimichurri, 2 eggs, grits or potatoes - flavor was really good, my steak was cooked to the perfect temperature - Barcelona benedict - pretty good. Morcilla is spanish blood sausage just fyi - Churros w/ spiced hot chocolate sauce - loved the sauce, didn't really like the churros... they seemed kinda burnt & was coated with way too much sugar/cinnamon They serve bread & olive oil while you wait for your food, which was absolutely delicious! Service was alright... the place was pretty busy so it's somewhat understandable. Very pet-friendly, which is great! Barcelona offers complimentary valet parking. Bf and I got there by walking through the BeltLine Eastside Trail.
(4)Steven G.
We drive by this place all the time and thought we should eventually try it. I should have sold some plasma first...Barcelona Atlanta is not cheap and the portions are small. YES, I've heard of those things called 'tapas' and I know those places are generally expensive. And YES, I understand the pricy nature of the neighborhood and the motif of the place. With that said, the food was very good, the service was pretty damn awesome and the beer tasted cold. That's a winner in my book! We had a group of 4 and were seated promptly. The waiter was f'n Johnny-On-The-Spot the whole time, keeping our glasses full, chatting us up and recommending dishes. Speaking of food, we did the Empanadas, Ham & Cheese Croquetas, Herbed Goat Cheese & Mushrooms and the Crispy Calamari. ALL WINNERS! Like I said, the food is good. We destroyed this tiny meal in no time. We were only there for a light bite and some drinks so we did not sample any of the entrees. Although, I'm sure they are fabulous as well. This place is slamming on the weekends and is fairly loud, be prepared. They have a really nice deck area and I can see us hitting this place up again after the cold blows away.
(4)Kendra S.
Was looking so forward to celebrating a special occasion here with friends...could not have had a worse experience. From the once over I got from the host when asking for a table..."it'll be over an hour" (with empty tables all over), the experience only got worse with the horrific service from our bartender (short man with red beard)...he was rude, spent most of his time ignoring us, and sarcastically asked us if "we wanted him to get a manager" when it took us over 15 minutes to get our check. What a horrible place that led to a great group of people going to a neighboring restaurant for dinner. Make sure that if you go there, you are prepared to act pretentious to get some attention, or else you will be ignored and treated terribly. I'll make sure to tell all my friends to skip this place for any one of the other amazing places atlanta has to offer. Check yourself, Barcelona wine bar...your entire atmosphere was atrocious.
(1)McCall D.
You can find good food in most Atlanta neighborhoods, but you don't always get the premium service you get a Barcelona. A one drink and a few tapas night turned into cocktails, tapas, a bottle of champagne, and dessert. We were enjoying ourselves so thoroughly we couldn't leave after just one drink. Table favorites: The Bourbon Spice Rack, Papas Bravas, and crêpes. We loved the service from Jared, Sam, Manny, and Emily! We will be back and we will tell others to join. Keep up the great work!
(5)Keja J.
I came to this place for brunch yesterday. Let me first start by saying that this is a place meant for drinking mainly wines. They have an extensive wine menu which is great if you are a wine drinker. As far as food there are not entrees just tapas, sides and meat and cheese options. The brunch menu is not extensive at all only about 8 options or so. I had the lobster Benedict which was pretty good. I did like the fact that one of my eggs was not runny the way it should have been. I told my waiter once I saw her again when she came to ask how was our meal, she had said she could have had it redone for me but to be honest we hardly saw her and I told her that and she apologized b/c they had her working like 3 sections. it wasn't overly crowed, but for them to have her working outside (where we were) then inside at the bar and another section really hurt they service that we received. We probably saw about 4 different servers at our table. And although everyone was pleasant even when we sent my dates entree back b/c he had the 3 little pigs which btw weren't 3 little pigs just a sausage sandwich that said it had a fried egg but it had a sunny side up egg and he doesn't like those, so they were nice enough to make it over. All in all it was an OK experience our service is what suffered the most. i do feel they could have had more brunch options available. And if you are not in to eating a lot of meat such as pork or beef then this may not be the place for you. I wanted to try a cheese dish but they all had some type of pork or beef with it and so I had to pass. There were a couple of seafood options but not many. So once again great to probably go to for some wine and tapas but not a place to have a dinner/lunch or brunch in my opinion.
(3)Whitney H.
Still not the best.... I went on a date here two weekends ago. (My date said he's heard about the place from his boss and wanted to try it out) Once again the food was delicious but took some time getting to us. I told my date to "make sure" to make a reservation or we would be waiting over 2 hours and the bar area id too crowded. Note: he did ask for an inside reservation, We got there and were greeted rather abruptly. We explained to the hostess we had a reservation even though she did not hesitate to tell us there was a 90 min wait. She asked us to wait for moment and then 5 minutes later said the only thing they had available was a "warm seat outside." (That's crazy- what's the point of a reservation at Barcelona- clearly it means nothing.) Well, it was windy and my hair was all over the place. The heaters are not conducive for extreme wind. We had three waiters-not sure why that's necessary. I wish it could have been a better experience this time.
(2)Vishal P.
Come early or make a reservation! This place gets busy! The resultant is big and the service is friendly. A nice selection of wines. I love their Tapas! Great place for a date, a night out, a quiet meal, or just trying something different!
(4)Lindsey E.
Whoa! What an awesome place. I went here for Valentine's Day and fell in love. Great drinks, great food, great service. We arrived on time(ish) for our reservation and they were packed. There were several groups standing around waiting for tables but the staff handled it with expertise by walking through with complimentary tapas and sangria to make the wait less painful. We ended up waiting about 25 min- not too bad for V-day in Atlanta. Once we were seated, the service didnt stop. Our server was awesome and didnt seem at all overwhelmed with the packed tables. She was also super helpful with recommending a wine and answering all of our questions. I ordered the spinach chick-pea casserole, brussel sprouts and mushrooms. They were all great. The mushrooms were the best I've ever had. The prices are right on par with any other tapas place I've been to in Atlanta but the food just seems to be a bit higher quality than say, Noche or Loca Luna. I also appreciated that they can accomodate vegetarians/vegans without any drama. The atmosphere is very busy but they have an outdoor seating area if you dont want to feel "closed in". We sat inside because it was freezing but I hear the patio is heated as well. The interior is beautiful and thoughtfully designed/layed out. Just a great place over all. This will be definitely be added to our rotation of date night spots.
(5)Leah D.
A 5 star rating is few and far between in my book, but Barcelona may be a new favorite in my world of Atlanta foodie goodness. Atmosphere is a crowded, NY style feel where the table on either side can hear your conversations as much as you can hear theirs and nobody cares. Very hipster, but people look and smell nice. Great wine selection from all over the world. We ordered a bottle, and our server, Aaron was really knowledgeable and helpful. We trusted him to select our tapas for the evening since it was our first time and we felt adventurous. Next we shared some sweet paprika pork rhines? The ham and cheese croquetas were amazing! We had mushrooms with goat cheese and then the grilled hangar steak. All the tapas were unique and perfectly plated and prepared. The manager came by to ensure we had an amazing evening, we did. We finished our bottle of wine by a wood fire outside and even though it was drizzling, it was a nice romantic spot. Already trying to convince others to go back with me!
(5)Eric G.
What can I say I am a fan of this place too. Love the service and the food. Their Chicken entrée is excellent along with their many tapas plates. My friends are a fan of their wine selections. Looking forward to their next establishment to open across the street from Barcelona. Parking is a breeze. If you come with a group ask to sit away from the bar or you wont be able to hear each ether as it can be very loud.
(4)Sarah C.
Not that impressed. The appetizers were ok, the paella was bland. The service felt rushed and inauthentic. I would come here for a glass of wine and maybe nibble on a cheese or two.
(2)La C.
Barcelona Wine Bar & Restaurant is a favorite in Atlanta. The dinner menu food is always top notch as well as the wine. Although there are several things this restaurant could do better, the food and the wine is so good that it is worth going back . . . frequently. Pros: Waiters' Knowledgable: The waiters' know the dishes on the menu well. And even better, they know the wine on the menu, how to describe it, and what it goes well with. Quality of the Food and Wine on the Dinner Menu: I can't remember a time I've been disappointed with a dish or bottle of wine that I've ordered at Barcelona. Dining Room Atmosphere: The dining room is a relaxing yet upbeat place to have a hearty dinner with a group of friends or a cozy dinner with a loved one! Parking: $2 valet. It's worth it! Cons: -Bad with Reservations: I have never been seated at, or ever near, my reservation time at Barcelona on a Friday or Saturday night, whether I'm with a large or small party. In fact, I have never waited less than 45 minutes to get seated, even with a reservation. And as some other customers have pointed out, the hostess is never apologetic about the wait. For this reason, I will rarely go here on a weekend night. Reservations and just walking in on a weekend night, however, tends to be fine. -Loud Atmosphere in Bar Area: If you are hoping to have a conversation with others at your dinner table, pray that you are seated in the dining room and not in the bar area. However, if you're just out for a drink and don't hope to have a lot of conversation, the bar area is fun! -Bad Brunch: I hate to say anything bad about the food at Barcelona, I really do; however, I have tried brunch here now three times, and each time it has been extremely disappointing. So disappointing that I will never return here for brunch. Some Favorite Dishes: -Bacon Wrapped Date over Sherry -Meatballs -Calamari -Cauliflower You truly can't go wrong with anything item on the dinner menu!
(4)Joyous S.
Average experience each time I visited (met up with girlfriends a couple of times) ....food is good if you like Spanish inspired tapas...I did like the outdoor seating and atmosphere ...valet is good service as well!
(3)Lucy P.
I was very pleasantly surprised with our trip to Barcelona. We live in Chicago and were visiting friends in Atlanta. We went here on a Thursday night. Both my husband and I are vegetarians and usually we find the options at Tapas places lacking, but we decided to give it a whirl. Vegetarians fear not! We were very pleasantly surprised. Their menu has a lot of vegetarian options that don't seem like afterthoughts. Everything we had I thought was delicious with the exception of the paella. It was just a little too smoky for my taste. It wasn't bad, but it just wasn't my favorite. When our waiter asked if everything was good, we just mentioned that it wasn't really our favorite, and without hesitation or even us asking he took it off our bill...we didn't even say it was bad, just not our favorite. I could see how it would be a little loud, but we didn't sit over by the bar so it was a little quieter. But really I don't have any complaints. The food was delicious, our waiter Billy (there was a second one too...but Billy's name is on the bill) was delightful. I don't have a single complaint. I'm so incredibly happy we decided to give it a try! If you want to give it a try and hate crowds, you can try a weeknight.....
(5)Mark A.
Barcelona really is one of those restaurants that are perfect to meet up with friends at to enjoy food, cocktails, and conversation. It's nice to order a variety of tapas between friends and share and then order more of what's most popular. Also, although I've had better paella, Barcelona's is actually quite good and most likely the best you are going to find in Atlanta. Between the wine selection and specialty cocktails, it's hard to go wrong with drinks. The atmosphere is enjoyable and the patio is a great amenity. The one thing that really sets this restaurant apart, though, is the staff. In my experiences dining here, they have always been extremely friendly, willing to go above and beyond, offer great recommendations, and really create and all-around wonderful dining experience.
(5)Need F.
It was very nice the food was very good every dish that came to the table. The steak was the best I've had in a very long time. I highly recommend this restaurant, from valet to bar to dinner table.
(5)Shana B.
Love this place. Great food. Delicious drinks. Cozy atmosphere. Great for a date night or hanging out with a group of friends. Very nice outdoor patio area with heated lamps, a fireplace, plus they give you blankets. We were very impressed! Since its a tapas restaurant, we ordered the chicken and the beef empanadas and a mushroom and goat cheese dish. I prefer the beef over the chicken but both were very good. It was my first time tasting the mushrooms and goat cheese and it was pretty good as well. For drinks, would recommend the sangria or choosing a wine from their extensive wine list. Best part of the night was hearing L. Knight playing amazing music. Overall, my friends and I had a wonderful time. The only small critique is that the restaurant felt a little tight at times but it was pretty busy when we were there.
(4)Maria R.
I love this place! I've driven here twice from two hours away and it's been more than worth it. The food is outrageously delicious (if you like steak you HAVE to try the churrasco...) and the service is absolutely top-notch. If you're not sure what to order, talk to the waiters--they're very knowledgeable about the menu and will help you find dishes that will appeal to you. I would highly recommend making reservations if you're going for dinner, because this place gets packed on the weekends!
(5)Jenna M.
The atmosphere here is amazing. It is a high energy spot with great decor. Not only that, but the tapas are delish! The servers have a pretty good grasp on the menu and always have great recommendations. Furthermore, the wine list is great. I do not like the brunch here as much as dinner, but I highly recommend it! P.S. I love the bathroom decor (just a side note)
(4)Miss M.
Ecco is my favorite restaurant...I think Barcelona has changed that. The staff aims to please and the food is amazing. It was a cool night and our server offered me a blanket- how sweet! I love the olives and the Malbec selection!!! I ordered the snapper it was fab...the edamame side could've been better. I've had the crepes and gluten free chocolate cake (different visits) and they were both awesome.
(5)Lee C.
The food is good and the atmosphere is very nice. The service is hit or miss. I'm a northerner so it's difficult to disappoint me where service is concerned, but Barcelona feels like a TGI Friday's, not a 50$ brunch place. Staff seem arrogant - it's a cool decor and in a nice neighborhood - but get over it. We did have one very nice server. The rest were either inexperienced or feeling great about the restaurant. There are four of us, food service was alright. Some awkwardness ensued as servers try to fit dishes on the table, no big deal. Our server is clearly not having a good day, but so far nothing to complain about. After brunch the wives ask for crepes and we all order coffee. The server lingers at for a moment looking annoyed and then things go downhill Server: "Are you ordering dessert?" Me: "Yes, we'll have the crepes. Thanks." Server: "OK. You didn't say anything." Me: "Yes we did." Here's a tip - never argue with customers. I'm not into getting the last word but this was so in-your-face rude that I couldn't let it pass. My friend's pregnant wife asks about decaf tea - the server looks irritated and responds "Earl Gray". We ask a different server (who was very nice) and she brings the tea box that contains several decaf varieties. Another rude encounter that I won't go into. Manager was courteous as we leave but I notice the evil eye as we are walking down the sidewalk.
(2)Donald H.
Really wanted to give these guys a 5 start rating but couldn't due to the following...Weekends are really busy for them and there are inconsistencies with tapas dishes. I didn't grade them too harshly as I'm sure the volume of dishes served is immense. Besides that, the atmosphere is a mix of local 20 somethings and middle aged patrons. The drinks flow and due to the small amount of space behind the bar, the bar keeps are always on the move.
(4)Elliott I.
Service, wait staff, everyone is exceptional. And the menu is incredible! Harold is the man!
(5)Jie Y.
This is the best tapa place in Atlanta. Our waitress is really nice. The tapas are great. It's noisy but all tapa places are noisy. The paella is just OK, the portion is really large. They are really busy, so make a reservation in advance.
(5)Alex S.
They have such amazing service all the while being busy as all get out!!! Also I love that they have a 2 man system with their waitstaff :)
(5)Ebeni p.
I finally made it to Barcelona to see what's all the hype is about and I'm glad I came. The food was AMAZING, plenty of different signature dishes to choose from and the wine list was beyond my expectation. My husband and I went on a Sunday around 6:30 pm, it wasn't overly crowded, the waiters were friendly we received our food and drinks within 15 minutes. I will be back!
(4)Leslie G.
This is my favorite restaurant in Atlanta! The wine selection is amazing. I was given the wrong wine (a rosé instead of the red I ordered) by accident & wasn't going to say anything. My friend mentioned it to our server who came back with an even better red than I ordered! Divine. Such customer service! I sampled a ton of tapas which we shared - and every single thing was amazingly flavored. I love the atmosphere- kinda has the old rustic Pottery Barn feel mixed with dim lighting & a modern flare. I love this plce & go there every chance I get. Some friends from out of town visited this weekend & I sent them by & they were equally impressed! Barcelona gets my top recommendation anytime!
(5)Alexandra A.
I completely enjoyed my experience here. I loved everything. The waiter was great (loved the wine he recommended) and the food was awesome. The ambience of the restaurant is good, I bet it gets better as the week progresses (I went on a Monday). Can't wait to go back!!
(5)Hieu H.
Great drinking spot in Inman Park, though it can get very loud and packed. Definitely try to get a reservation on busy nights. Love the decor. A pitcher of Sangria is a steal at just 23 bucks. great tapas! Standouts include: - Potatas Bravas -Roasted Garlic Bulbs - Chorizo with Sweet & Sour Figs - BEST DISH!! - Albondigas - meatballs in tomato sauce -Homemade empanadas -Mussels al Diablo
(3)Bethany B.
So glad I gave this place another try. Went in tonight and had an amazing meal! The ribeye was a highlight! And the desserts were impeccable.... Can't say enough about the food and the service was completely on point. Andrea was amazing, always available without being intrusive. I am so excited to go back again, and visit their new establishment Bartaco. Thank you Mike, Andrea, and Sean... You have earned a customer for life
(5)Sol A.
I can only comment on the beverages of this place as I didn't have food while I was here (will come back for sure and make an addendum about that). The thing I remember the most about this place it's their atmosphere, casual, relax and really inviting. I ordered a glass of wine and it tasted really good. The servers are very friendly and help you decide if you are new to the restaurant. I meet one of the owners when my friend was making a reservation for her anniversary and he was really cordial and friendly.
(4)Arika S.
Really great spot - service was good, food was good, and the location is great! It was a bit crowded and we had to wait despite having a reservation so that's the only downfall. I recommend the lamb chops, hanger steak!, sauteed kale, mushrooms & herb goat cheese!, and calamari. The eggplant was just okay and the bacon wrapped date was served a bit awkwardly with only one date.. it was good, but I don't recommend it for a group. Overall, highly recommend this spot.
(4)Chris H.
I decided to bring my spicy Peruvian girl friend to this well liked Spanish tapas place. Truth be told, my first visit here was less than stellar. The owner and managers reached out to me to give them another shot after my critical Yelp review. I finally obliged on Saturday. The place was jammin as per usual but the manager Sean (who impressed my Latin hottie with his Castilian Spanish) got us a fantastic table in the middle of the restaurant. Our waitress was Sarah and she was fast, knowledgeable, and very personable. She started us out with some killer Muscato which the wine steward came to our table to discuss briefly. I decided to really test these guys out by ordering six different tapas and every one of them was spot on! Our hands down fav was the chorizo with figs in the balsamic reduction. Coming in Second were the chicken empanadas. They were cooked perfectly and the chicken filling was seasoned perfectly. Coming in a close third were the roasted veggies with a pimento sauce that made me almost lick the plate. The mushrooms swimming in a balsamic reduction with a dollop of goat cheese was delish. The olive tapas was really good since there were olives I have never seen nor tasted before. Finally the fish cheeks were good. But the pièce de résistance were the churros with dark chocolate dipping sauce...Hay Caramba were these bad boys good! The only negative part of the experience was the low class lady sitting beside me who kept complaining about how bland this dish or that dish was. One of the managers kept bending over backwards to make her happy and let her try different dishes. Most places would've have given up on her after the first complaint. Far be it from me to criticize anyone that complains but she seemed to be taking advantage of the good will of the establishment. Even after they didn't charge her for the dishes she wasn't happy with, she was very unappreciative. I hope she reads this review and goes to McDonald's next time. We will be back in the near future and recommend others looking for a cool tapas place in an awesome neighborhood to check them out.
(4)Billy H.
Barcelona has quickly become my favorite restaurant in Atlanta. Not one of my favorites, my absolute favorite. It's one of the few restaurants in Atlanta where you'll find a diverse mix of people, excellent service, delicious food, great drinks and perfect ambience. It really has a special energy that you don't find at other restaurants. I promise I'm not getting paid to say this. I've only been with groups and we always start with pitcher of Sangria which is delicious and cheap considering it's $26 but you get about 8 drinks out of it. I definitely recommend sharing a bunch of different tapas, cheese plate and the Parrillada which is steak, chicken, sausage and pork. The crepes for dessert are amazing. I can't wait to return and try more tapas and drinks. This is truly a special gem in Atlanta.
(5)Thai N.
With six guys, there were plenty of dishes ordered: - Jamon Serrano (One of my favorites) - Jà mon Iberico de Bellota - Caña de Oveja - 6-Month Aged Manchego - Mahon - Manchego + Jamon Croquettes (One of my favorites) - Grilled Hanger Steak (One of my favorites) - Pulpo Gallego - Chorizo + Sweet-Sour Figs - Crispy Cauliflower (One of my favorites) - Gambas al Ajillo - Pan Roasted Venison - Spinach-Chickpea Cazuela (One of my least favorites) - Mariscos Paella (My least favorite) - Salvaje Paella (Did not try, but was ordered for the table) Most of the dishes were good, but not quite as great as the one's called out in the list above. I was looking forward to the Mariscos paella - particularly since it takes quite a while to make and I haven't had it in a very long time. I was a bit disappointed with the paella. I thought it was far too salty. Squeezing the lemons didn't help. Although the grilled shrimp was very tender and perfectly cooked. Great service given we kept ordering food. For many of the above, we ordered seconds. Would definitely come back for the tapas, but not so much for the paella.
(3)William L.
Ruined my 30th birthday We went here at 9:45 with a 9:30 reservation. Not until we were seated were we informed the kitchen was closed and only tapas were available. THIS is not what I wanted. You are a late night restaurant most restaurants serve a filling menu until 10. The server was unable to say what time full dinner is Served. I will not get into the unacceptable service and quite frankly mediocre food my real beef is listed above
(1)Christina K.
I ventured over to Barcelona (finally after a gazillion years on my bookmark) a few weeknights ago for a late birthday celebration. I highly suggest following your GPS because there is a sign on the restaurant front, but it's in bronze against a dark wall with little light on the street so it could be very, very easy to drive by. There is street parking on 2 sides of the restaurant and a parking deck right across the side street, but when I asked the valet attendant, he kindly told me that I could park in the garage for free. Awesome! Seating was quickly, I had beaten the majority of Atlantans who were still stuck in rainy traffic. I was greeted by a server right away with water and had time to peruse through the menu. Once my friend got there, the other server (our section had 2 people working it) came over and explained the menu. Based on his suggestion of 2-3 tapas per person, we met in the middle and ordered 5: -Crispy calamari: (5/5) I really liked this dish, it was perfectly done. The calamari was tender, yet cooked all the way without the extra chewiness. -Fish plancha (2/5): I understand that this is a tapas place, but you should stay away from this dish as it is itty, bitty, tiny and not in a cute way. It was one of the smallest fillets I have ever seen, been served and eaten in about 3 bites. Save yourself the $9.50 and go ahead and order the whole fish instead, you will be happier. -Piquillo Peppers (4/5): I have to admit, I was not looking forward to this because of it was peppers and everyone's spicy level is different. However, these peppers are not spicy at all and are stuffed with goat cheese, thanks for our server for recommending them! - gamabas (3/5) shrimp in a garlic sauce. Although I love shrimp, the portion did not match the price tag of $9.50 as the shrimp was flavorful, but very tiny. -Albondigas (5/5) these were amazing little meatballs with veal, beef and pork in a zesty tomato sauce. Get them, they are good! - Caponata (4.5/5) a purried eggplant dish that was really flavorful. I love how eggplant, when done right, is almost "meaty" and they did this right here. It definitely showed some Moorish influences with the spices. However, it is served at room temp and would have been better served hot. During our meal, the restaurant went from quiet to extremely LOUD once full. The whole restaurant is wood and glass, so that made the noise level even louder. If you are going here on a date, try hitting it before everyone comes out if you want to be able to hear your dinner mate unless you are talented at reading lips. The servers were pretty good at walking by and checking in on us and it seemed like the restaurant worked as a team in that anyone walking by and seeing an empty glass would reach over for the pitcher for a refill. When we were gathering up our things, 2-3 servers said thank you and bye which was really nice!
(3)Tonia C.
Amazing atmosphere. Manager and servers were. Very nice. I think something happened though because we waited about 20 mins between half of our dishes. The waiter asked how everything was and we informed him we were still waiting on half. He then had them out promptly and apologized. :) As you can see from my pictures the food was amazing, especially the white sangria and churros.
(4)Martha K.
Such great food! I went there for dinner with 2 friends of mine on a week night and it was still packed out. So the host told us to wait by the bar- which had no room at all. The restaurant is a tight cozy squeeze but it's a warm vibe. Our wait was about maybe 20-25 minutes long. Once we got seated we tried a few wines with their extensive wine list. The waitress was pretty helpful and we ordered a bottle to start off our dinner. Our MASSIVE dinner. We started off with some meat and cheese of our server's choice/recommendation. Which was all so good. Then my friend ordered 14-16 plates of food. No, this isn't exaggerated. Mainly all tapas but we had 3 entree plates as well. There isn't anything that I wouldn't recommend. It was all so delicious, you can't go wrong with anything on that menu! 100% go there. Get some wine have some great food with friends. It's worth it if you've never been. I'll add pictures of all the plates we ate :)
(5)Alysha K.
Every time I have the opportunity to visit Atlanta I always make sure my boyfriend and I visit Barcelona. We were very pleased to see the menu had changed and was offering nearly 15 new menus items for our eager mouths to choose from. The food never disappoints, as usual. We were even welcomed back by the Manager, Brad. The wait time can be a little tricky as this is a very popular place to eat (but for good reason). I definitely suggest in making a reservation, however if you don't mind waiting, then it's not too bad. The service is usually fabulous, however this last time we went it seemed like our table was on the back burner and we had to ask every time we wanted refills and to have our plates changed. Yet, all other times the serving has been impeccable! I recommend this place to everyone. Whether you're going on a date or family is in town, Barcelona never fails to impress.
(5)Tessa B.
Went here for dinner last night and sat at the bar. It takes 5+ minutes to wave down a bartender with a sour look on her face, which is why I knocked off a star. However, the food and wine was delicious. We ordered the hanger steak, potatas bravas, seared tuna, and the crispy cabbage. The kitchen was out of the cabbage, and we mentioned an older menu item, mushrooms and goat cheese. Heather took our request back to the kitchen and came out with a custom mushroom and goat cheese concoction which paired perfectly with the steak. Big thumbs up to Heather, and round of applause for the other bartender who made us blow job shots ;)
(4)Giselle B.
I really like it here! Great, attentive staff, and wonderful food. Sit outside to people watch if you can!
(4)Molly C.
This was our third time to dine at Barcelona and again we were not disappointed! My one complaint about Barcelona (and the reason I deducted one star from my rating) is the wait time even when you have a reservation. We had a party of 8 and a 9 pm reservation, but weren't seated until 10 pm. On another visit we had a large party and a reservation, and were not seated for 2 hours. Both times, however, management was very generous in providing the table with multiple free tapas dishes. If you have a large party, then go in with the expectation that you will be seated later than your reservation. Barcelona is always packed and standing room by the bar is at a premium. Many patrons have to spill out the front door onto the sidewalk while waiting for their tables. After waiting for an hour past our reservation time, we were seated outside (in January). Luckily there are tons of heaters and blankets for guests to drape over their legs, otherwise it would have been absurd that they were seating so many people outside. If you are going to eat here in the winter, wear some layers in case you get seated outside Now on to the food! I apologize for the lack of pictures, but we were with a large group and I was afraid of being judged. Everything was absolutely delicious, per usual. The bread baskets came out piping hot, flaky and light. We quickly started ordering tapas and they came out in rapid succession. Meat and cheese plates, albondigas (meatballs), calimari, manchego and jamon croquettes (one of my favorites), mushrooms and herbed goat cheese, potato tortilla, patatas bravas, Brussels sprouts (highly recommend), butternut squash (excellent), braised short ribs. For dessert we had the churros (amazing) and the dulce de leche crepes. There was not a bad dish in the bunch! Bar service was a tad slow, so seize the opportunity to order a drink even if you aren't ready. We received a lot of free dishes due to excessive wait time, but the final bill split between 4 couples (including food and drinks) was only $55 pre tip per couple! I definitely recommend a visit to this amazing restaurant!
(4)Preeti M.
DJ on Saturday nights is the best! Plays a variety of music and having a DJ at a wine bar by itself was a happy surprise. We had a blast. My friends and I were a little disappointed to see the crowded had thinned out by midnight which is strange because we would expect it to get more crowded as the night went on. We arrived around 10:30 and it was packed - lucky to get a table right near the bar section. Wine and service was great, will definitely come back on a weekend night to enjoy the entire evening (with hopefully a crowd that sticks!).
(5)Priti J.
I went to Barcelona with my husband on new years day. I have to say it was an amazing experience and a good pick by my husband. It is said that "the more you eat New Year's Day the more you prosper!" So we decided to order lots of food! Meat+ cheese: Jamon Serrano - 5 stars Salchicon de Vic - 5 stars Finocchiona - 5 stars Tapas: Spicy Eggplant Caponata: 3. 5 stars. Not exactly what I expected but was not bad. Charred Broccoli: This was a boms. 5 stars. Roasted Garlic Bulbs: 2 stars. Wont order again. Paella: We ordered Mariscos: 4.5 stars. It was delicious. Dessert: I got Flan Catalan: 5 stars. Best flan I ever had. Must try! My husband had: Warm Chocolate Hazelnut Indulgence - I am not a chocolate fan but my husband loved it! 5 stars.
(5)Helen K.
Loved this place! Located in N. Highlands near my favs of Sotto Sotto and Fritti, this place offers complimentary valet. Atmosphere was great. If you want a little mellower vibe to talk, sit outdoors but the inside was perfect for a friday night. It was very lively. We had a group of 6 in our table and was seated right away with our reservation. We ordered 6 tapas dishes and shared 2 person paella, along with a pitcher of sangria. The tapas came out right away and we were very pleased with the service. The staff was very well trained and had great team work that would always refill water, change out to clean plates, and always asking if we needed anything. I give a thumbs up for the staff, especially when the environment is little loud and chaotic. On to the food, bread was always fresh and hot and the olive oil was delicious that no pepper nor vignette was needed. Churizo and fig was as good as the reviews but the flavor of the figs were not my favorite. Calamari was surprisingly very good. Not overcooked or chewy and had a great flavor with a pinch of salt. Beef empanadas was delicious but my favorite had to be the ribeye special that they had! So juicy and tender with excellent seasoning. Potato was okay but a good filler and my friends enjoyed the kebobs, but personally i do not enjoy too herby dishes. Just to warn you, theses are small tapas so we devoured amongst the 6 of us pretty quickly. We sipped on our sangria afterwards. White traditional was what we ordered and wish it was mixed little better as all the sweetness was on the bottom of the pitcher, but regardless it was pretty tasty. Then our entree came out. As hungry as we were, we were disappointed at the size of the 2 person dish and thought to ourselves that we should have ordered a bigger size but it was still perfect to give us room for desserts. Seafood in the paella was delicious! So fresh and cooked just right. Needless to say it was gone in minutes and our paella cravings were fulfilled. Then the finale, we ordered churros and crepas for dessert. Churros was sort of a let down since the chocolate didnt have the sweetness that we were looking for. But the crepas was perfect both visually and taste. Inside they had these chunks of caramel that you cant help to fall in love with! Overall, great place! I did want to note couple of observations that did concern me. This place seemed to have no ac? Just fans so it was a bit warm inside. Also, as i walked past the hall to go to the ladies room, the cured meat station was visible and umm... i wouldnt order the meat anyways but i saw a fly perched on one of the meat... this should be addressed. Lastly, paella was delicious but be ready to drop $25 per person... which seema little high.
(4)Nina P.
Love the tapas, and the attentive staff. There were not many options on the dessert menu. The dining room was very crowded and noisy.
(4)Jessica D.
Foodie time, and my friend suggested coming here since it's been on his to-go list for a while. Tried to make a reservation for 8pm, but the restaurant was booked until 10:45. However, they told me that they reserve random tables for walk-ins, so we decided to tried our luck. Our group came in around 7:30 and was seated immediately on the heated, outdoor patio (otherwise, our wait was one hour +). There was a heat lamp for every two tables (but every table was covered) and complimentary blankets on every chair, which is great or else I would have frozen out there. The menu is split into three main categories - meats and cheeses, tapas, and entrees. Entrees take about half an hour to prepare, so if there's anything of interest to you, place these orders first. Between all of us in the group, if I remember correctly, we had: Complimentary bread with olive oil MEATS AND CHEESES - Jamon Serrano - Speck - Valdeon TAPAS - Caldo de pollo (soup) - Spinach-Chickpea Cazuela - Short rib - Duck fat potatoes - Butternut squash ENTREES - Paella Mariscos - Chicken Pimentos DESSERT - Churros Y (dark) Chocolate Of everything we had, I'd definitely recommend both entrees -- they are worth the wait! The short rib and duck fat potatoes are also good. Outdoor seating is definitely a lot quieter than inside the restaurant. Parking is valet with a $2 minimum. Essentially, the valet guys explained that the restaurant keeps the first $2 from tip and the rest goes to them. They were quite careful around corners and speed bumps, which I greatly appreciated. Overall, excellent service, food was good, etc. but I'm not much of a tapas person.. so I couldn't give this place a "Yay! I'm a fan" 4-star rating.
(3)Felipe V.
1. Reservations are useless 2. This place is literally a a mix of a Spanish tapas restaurant, Bagatelle in New York and Houston's. 3. Reread #2 because its essential. 4. Sadly disappointed. 5. Sad to say I will keep coming, but that's a reflection on the current restaurant/bar scene in Atlanta not the quality of Barcelona.
(1)Rhiannon H.
Excellent place for larger groups to split small portions (tapas). Fairly intimate setting and on the nicer side. I definitely recommend getting the chef's selection board to start (make sure you get the pickled vegetables and aged manchego) and also get the zucchini and crispy cabbage for tapas (excellent choices for the vegetarians). ALSO must get the $30 bottle of rose! So delicious
(4)Rashida C.
Tapas tapas, taste a little order a lata! I dined here Sunday night and the atmosphere was romantic. I ordered SEVERAL items on the menu that didn't contain meat and most of items were good! The chickpea and spinach dish and potato quesadilla were my favorites! The chickpeas were cooked to perfection, still solid but soft enough to bite into with ease and they were moist! They were also flavorful! On to the potato quesadilla! Sooooo good! I ordered 3! The homemade sour cream with chives was the perfect topping. The wine selection here was also wonderful! There was something for everyone on the menu. Both wines that I had were new to me and I enjoyed them both. My server was not so friendly nor attentive but whatever.
(3)A C.
People dress up to go to Barcelona, but you can come casual! It's fun, the service and food are both EXCELLENT, however keep in mind it's VERY crowded on the weekends. If you make a reservation be prepared to wait. If you don't make a reservation you will wait longer, it's a popular place!! Its worth the wait people! The tapas are pricey but yummy and if you dont like tapas the parrilllada is delicious and plenty (so nothing like the tapas). The charcuterie and cheese... delicious! The wine list is LONG and very good. The location and restaurant feel are perfect for a date but it's loud. The bar is a great place to meet and pick up people. I have been coming for years and I have to say I really like this place, the managers do a great job at keeping the standard of quality and service. Good job!
(5)Gaurav K.
If I could give a half star, I would. This rating is not for the food, the food was decent enough to taste. This rating is only for the service. A few friends and I went for dinner on a friday night. We were seated about ten minutes after our reservation. Our server was completely disinterested. He barely took our order, while he was tapping his pen on his pad which suggested he was in a hurry, and that it wasn't worth the time to wait on us properly. Unfortunately though, that was better than the management decided to treat us. Management told our server not to serve 4 of the people in my group any drinks, cause they were too drunk. This was our start to the night. None of us had any alcohol to drink, and when we asked management for an explanation, their attempt at an explanation was laughable. In the end they apologized for their mistake, but by then our mood was spoilt and appetite diminished. If you deny someone alcohol, you better have a good reason to. The management at Barcelona did not. All we got was "someone saw someone in this group drunk". If a hunch was all it took to deny alcohol, I feel like there was a double standard. Cause as we were being denied alcohol for being too drunk, we saw a couple of patrons walk out and stumble to the ground, clearly inebriated beyond their capacity to walk and function coherently. The whole night left a sour taste in my mouth. I've heard complaints from many people that staff at Barcelona comes off as pretentious. I was able to see it first hand, and it has convinced me never to go back again.
(1)Kyra M.
If you live in Atlanta you have probably had your fair share of tapas places. This one however, is in a class of it's very own. I am ashamed to say that I am just now giving it a go. My husband allowed me to choose a place to celebrate his 30th birthday and I am glad I made reservations here. Our reservation was for 8:00pm on a Saturday but we didn't make it until 8:15 due to spending to much time getting fly for the night. The place was packed and the hostess asked us to go to the bar and wait. We waited in a very crowded, elegant bar for 10 minutes. The seating style is European style so I was uncomfortably close to my neighbors table. However, after the bottle we finished of the french wine, (combo of Merlot, Cab and Shiraz) I didn't care much. We ordered the mixed grill named Barcelona and potatoes which were awesome. That meat platter was enough to feed 4 people. The NY strip was overcooked for my medium standard. The server was quick and so was the food. We spent $100.00 but I had no regrets!
(4)Emma F.
This is my current favorite restaurant in Atlanta and our go to date night for special occasions. Now, I admit, I'm of Spanish decent and grew up eating Spanish food in Miami and Spain. So, for that reason, I am predisposed to love a good Spanish restaurant. On the other hand, this makes it incredibly difficult for me to find a restaurant I love which meets my expectations. Barcelona does it, and in spades. Wine: Starting with what I love most about Spanish food lol. They have an enormous wine list with some great wines by the glass as well as a plethora of excellent Spanish wines by the bottle. They even have a variety of Vega Sicilia wines. They also have mixed drinks and a full bar so you won't leave thirsty. Atmosphere: Very comfortable, casual and upscale all at the same time. This is the kind of place you can go to in Jeans and a nice top or get decked out dressed to the nines and still feel comfortable going to. The bar and patio feel more casual than the tables inside but the relaxed feel permeates the whole restaurant. Service: The waiters here have always been seriously friendly. They have a system where you get served by two people which at first seemed a bit odd but has really worked out well as we've been back again and again. Food: Ok, here's why I love them... The food tastes like it did in Spain and dishes which we didn't have in Spain had flavors which would be familiar enough to any Spaniard to be called Spanish. There is no higher praise I can give them. Here's what we've had: Paella De Mariscos: Awesome, best Paella outside of Spain, even better than a couple we had in Spain (I'm looking at you restaurante balcon de europa in Nerja!) Seafood is perfectly cooked and the rice had the nice crispy bits at the bottom. That said, the portion on this is HUGE. It says for two people but I'm not kidding, it would easily feed 4 as an entree. Morcilla: You can ask for the morcilla as an app and I recommend that you do. It has a fantastic texture and flavor that any lover of a good blood sausage would greatly enjoy. It's so rich and creamy it almost approaches a French boudin noir in texture but with all the flavor of the traditional morcilla. Morcilla and Fried eggs: This was/is on their brunch menu and was amazing. The perfect breakfast. I could eat it every day. If Don Quixote had eaten this instead of his Duelos y quebrantos he would have won the fight against the windmills, I'm just saying. Crispy Pig Ears: Remove any notion you have about pig ears being dog food, that's silly and stupid. These little babies are the potato chips of the gods. Thinly sliced, tender pig ears deep fried and sprinkled with a lightly pickled onion garnish. Like dying and going to pig heaven. Pulpo: I love pulpo when it's done right and I hate it when it's not. Seriously, I go from rapturous pleasure to heaving. This is of the rapturous variety. Warm Potato Tortilla: Like mom made it, except with an awesome sauce accompanying it and they serve it hot not room temp as I'm used to. Gazpacho: This was an odd version of gazpacho, more like a tomato sauce than a soup. Delicious, but not what I or anyone else really would expect. Mushrooms and Herbed Goat Cheese: Heaven in a little plate. I love veggies and mushrooms in particular are a fave. These are so good that the goat cheese really isn't even necessary. What makes this dish really is the wine sauce they cook the mushrooms in, so good. Grilled Lamb Chops: This was good but not the best lamb chops I've ever had. A bit tougher than I would have preferred. Flavors were dead on though. Churros: These were real churros, none of your boxed crap here. Extruded into oil, fried on site, served with thick chocolate churro awesomeness. One odd thing was that the chocolate was spicy. I am a churro purist, this was not appreciated. Hubby on the other hand loved it. So I'm really just being a snob here. Note: Their menu rotates quite a bit and it's possible that when you go, none of these things will be on the menu. What I will say in way of advice for those looking to make ordering decisions. Look for things which are more in the traditional vein. They really seem to do these dishes well. That said, you really can't go wrong, I haven't had a single thing here I wish I hadn't, even the gazpacho, which was a bit odd, was tasty. So order with abandon and if at all possible, sit outside. Last time we were there we saw a police run down a perp on foot and arrest him not a block away. You never know what you're gonna see!
(5)Julie V.
We arrived to a prospect 1.5 hour wait. However; we were catered to complimentary sangria and prosciutto appetizer and staff that was all smiles. Plus, we were seated before the hour. The food was absolutely delicious!!! The cocktails caipirinha could have been better. We had another cant remember the name but is similar to a mojito but with a kick and that was goood! Tapas Eggplant Beef empanadas Calamari Potato brava Pork ear fries ( sounds disgusting but omg this was delicious) We are definitely going back this time with some friends! You will not be disappointed! We ordered some 4-5 more tapas all was great but gave it 4 instead of 5 stars bc there was a bit of lag receiving the last two tapas. We were so full that it worked out perfectly but I believe somewhere along the line the two tapas were missed by the bell bc everything came out back to back. It was a crazy busy night so this small hiccup was no big deal. All else was fantastic! Pictures attached. We had the chimichurri steak and lamb chops on 2nd visit. Not so impressed with these. Tried the pomegranate salad and that was very good. Out second visit fairly early in the night about 9:30 they were out of bread which goes perfect with the eggplant dish and out of the pig ear fries :( so sad that night!
(4)Jenny T.
My friends from town brought me here and it was pretty awesome. We parked some blocks out by the skate park. Came on a Thursday night and were able to get seated pretty much immediately. The whole restaurant was pretty loud, and it was very dimly lit, but enough to admire the decor. The device was great--very personal, very engaging and very quick and informative, too! The seats are super high up which is interesting. So we were in an elevated booth. The pitcher of sangria we got was awesome. For $25, it was a pretty good deal. Tasted delicious. We also got a couple tapas: - cod croquettes: crispy on the outside, super moist and soft on the inside. Kind of like a twice baked potato... Except with a deep fried outside. I think the fishy taste was a little too much for me - cauliflower kumquat salad: amazing. Reminded me a little of cole slaw, but less crunchy. just very thinly sliced cauliflower with a light sauce and pieces of kumquat that went well with it all. - beet salad: I've had a little better. I know the less is more concept, bit I would've liked there to be more flavor on the beets. Cooked well, though. All in all a great spot. Going to try the one in DC
(4)Susan H.
Meh... Now they have all female bartenders, not really what it was when it opened. Used to be fun with DJs and now it's a bunch of average folks working behind the bar. We like looking at pretty people behind bar. And... Food was average for being pretty expensive. Meh... Just meh.
(3)Kristen H.
FIVE STARS. Furreal. This is the best service I've ever had. I made a reservation for my husband's 30th birthday on a Thursday night. We arrived a bit early and I was afraid we would have to wait, but nope! They wished him a happy birthday as soon as I gave them my name and sat us. The manager took us to our table and introduced himself. He even gave us his card and told us about their taco place on the Westside. Told us to drop his name over there. He was fabulous. It was just beginning to get chilly when we went, so when we were seated outside, I was worried. No need to worry: fire, heaters, and BLANKETS. It was amazing. I was even offered an extra blanket, but I was perfectly comfortable with just one. This was both of our first times, so our main server (main because we had two servers plus the manager who stopped by at least three times) explained the menu and recommended his top favorite dishes. We ordered: house cured olives roasted garlic bulbs - These were good, but tricky to eat. We probably wouldn't order them again. summer sausage - I think it was the Picante. It was spicy, but was served with grapes, which were surprisingly the perfect compliment to the heat. chorizo and sweet-sour figs - Very good! meatballs (Albondigas) - Our second favorite dish. grilled hanger steak - Would order ten plates of this next time. So delicious! This was almost too much food for the two of us, so you could get away with ordering less. We also ordered two cocktails each, which were fabulous. They were served by the bartender who made sure we were satisfied with our order. Then we were served TWO complimentary birthday desserts (the chocolate cake and the crepes) plus champagne complete with a Russian toast from our server. Again, FABULOUS experience. The best thing: the bill was around $80, which I thought very reasonable for such an amazing experience plus four drinks and lots of food. The only negatives I can muster: there was a wait for the bathroom because they only have a few singular WCs. I could see this being a problem on a really busy night. If you've never been, trying to find the place is a little difficult as the sign isn't very big. There's valet, but we drove past it and ended up paying to park in a different lot. We sat outside, which seemed to be roomier than the inside. The tables inside were very close together. This wouldn't bother me, but might be an issue for some people. I highly recommend.
(5)Shaye B.
Barcelona is a great time. The food is delicious and the wine menu is fun - Spanish options, mixed with some South American choices. If coming Thursday thru Saturday after 7 a reservation is recommended if your party is more than 2 or if you'd like to eat prior to 9! This place always has a lot going on! To be honest I showed up at 8 on a Wednesday with a friend and we didn't get a table til about 9:30. However the bar at this place is awesome and when it's packed there are plenty of free tapas being passed around (typically less sold vegetarian dishes which is great for variety - I've received the patats brazas and the chickpea casserole on separate occasions). Regardless, food is great and since it's tapas, it's as expensive as you want it to be. I am a huge fan of the manchego jamon croquettes here. Just 5 balls of deep friend cheese and ham with a creamy aioli! The calamari and meatballs are great too. Meat and cheese plates here are also worth looking into. After that I like to mix it up a bit and pick a new meat dish to accompany those choices. So the place misses a star on service and mainly geared towards the bar. It's just so slow! I'd like to enjoy some wine with my tapas please! The drink service runs significantly slower than the food service and honestly the place loses money over it. If done right the first glass of wine comes out asap so you order a second after the first tapa/meat and cheese! Regardless the wine here is great and it's worth the wait but it can take a little away from the experience! To counter the negative though - the place does a great job accommodating taste tests of the glass offerings! I highly recommend this place for group dates/girls nights out or if you can manage to get there a little earlier in the night, just a nice date night works too!
(4)Nilka G.
One of the best restaurants in Atlanta ! The service here is class A!!!!!!!!!! Food was amazing !
(5)Kellie T.
Barcelona never lets me down. I thought their dinner menu was good, and then I went for lunch the other day and thought it warranted a review. They're really doing everything right here, from the ambience, to the staff, and most importantly - the menu. I sat outside and sipped on the Barcelona Gintonic and then enjoyed some ceviche in the spring sunshine. One of the best lunch spots in Atlanta, in my humble opinion. :]
(5)Debo R.
Great experience! The drinks were great! The service superb! The Manager came by and talk with us to make sure we had a great time!
(5)Ray M.
I loved this place ! The sangria was delicious. I had two of them in fact.I enjoyed the calamari it was fresh and perfectly cooked. My bff loved the beef she said it was tender, perfectly seasoned and burst in your mouth with flavor. I didn't care for the fig and chorizo it was not worth 10 bucks. Please make reservation or u will be watching other people eat. I will be back.
(4)Lia P.
If this review was just for the paella they would get a solid 5 stars. It's hard to find a place that does paella right but they do it. If you care about soccarat (aka the crunchy stuff on the bottom of the pan) when you eat paella, then come here. It was also loaded with tasty sausage including my favorite kind- blood sausage! There were also chickpeas in there which was interesting. It's definitely a pretty restaurant and a very BUSY restaurant. The staff there seemed overwhelmed and everything took just a bit longer than one would like. I don't mean the paella, that understandably takes time. But I ordered sangria and that took awhile. I was sitting outside though, maybe it was an area far away from the bar. We had two servers assigned to us and it wasn't always easy flagging one of them down. Our girl server was friendly but unfortunately not super well versed on the menu items. She had to go check on what a couple things were in the paella and sangria. This isn't a cheap restaurant so a little more polish would be appreciated. In addition to the paella we had a meat and cheese plate which was pretty tasty. I wasn't left with a desire to come running back, but I would go again. Especially if I wanted tapas or paella.
(3)DpursuitisReal L.
I've been here a few times and my experience is ALWAYS the same- fun-filled day/night with charismatic people that either came with me or I met while visiting here. Wine selection is #AwesomeSauce bartenders are attentive and creative (If needed) despite all of the hoopla that's going on. The energy is always on 10 UNLESS it's an easy brunch Sunday and even then you feel like doing something devious. Love this place makes me feel like I'm pretending to be a grown-up which is delicious at my age. #DPursuitIsReal #TellingYouWhatIThink
(4)Empress A.
I just absolutely adore this place so much. I have never been dissatisfied when coming here. I love their tapas menu. There are many things and interesting ingredient combos on the menu that I've never had before. Some I like, some I don't, and some I just don't eat (beef or pork). Service is always excellent, Tim was awesome but Doug is the man too! Great atmosphere, good company, nice crowd. Great wine selection. Jep would pick out the best wines for me, based on what I was into that night. Anyway I'm going on and on... This place is awesome! Ps. Be Nice
(5)Biss E.
FOOD Chorizo + figs: Delicious and filling. Get this. Patatas bravas: Basic dish--potatoes with mayo and tomato sauce. Up to you. Red snapper (plancha): Smaller dish with light flavors. Up to you. Crispy cauliflower: The sauce is great. Get this. Hangar steak: Great truffle sauce; small dish. Get this. Steak paillard: Citrusy with potato crisps. Up to you. Croquettes: Creamy inside, crispy outside. Get this. Mushrooms + goat cheese: Flavorful mushrooms, cheese is strong. Up to you. OTHER Wait time on Saturday @ 5:45pm: none. Service: Good. Valet: Good.
(4)Andy K.
If you're looking for tapas, look no further. However, one of the first things that caught my attention was the extensive wine list. Although my party didn't order any alcohol, the wine list here is great and they also have cocktails, beer, and pitchers of Sangria. Now onto the tapas--we had the grilled quail breast and grilled lamb chops. The grilled lamb chops were okay. I wasn't crazy about the Romesco sauce (although it probably was very healthy) that it came with but the meat itself was juicy. The quail was a lot better in my opinion. It was just as juicy and also came with a more delicious, sweeter sauce. On top of that, we had the grilled Churrasco, a flank steak dish--yes, we were carnivores that night--along with sweet potato French fries. Now the meat was cooked to medium-rare, but the dish fell a little short of okay. It didn't taste like that great a cut. Although I was not too impressed with my most recent visit, I was thoroughly impressed during my first visit where I had some of the other tapas.
(4)Christian T.
Waited over 45 minutes for a reservation. Called at like 5 to make the reservation and even asked if it was going to be packed. The guy said "I don't know, it varies from night to night." C'mon bro, I've worked in a restaurant before, of course it's going to get packed on a Friday night! Director if hospitality came out to us, real nice guy. After 45 minutes, I just couldn't wait another twenty minutes for a table. The food that the waiters were carrying looked nice tho?
(1)Bethany L.
My husband and I were looking forward to coming here for weeks, but when we arrived the power was out... We decided to stay anyways and eat what they could serve. We had the best time! Our server Quentin was so awesome! Start to finish he worked extra hard to make our time there wonderful! We will be coming back for sure.
(5)Jonathan F.
Where do I even begin talking about Barcelona? This place is the best tapas in town as far as I'm concerned. The atmosphere when you walk in is great. It is an upclass feel with a laid back attitude where everyone is enjoying each others company along with fantastic food plates and wonderful wines. I went with my wife and another couple who invited us for an evening out at one of their favorite places. They recommended trying a cheese plate, which was delicious. The waittress we had picked out three cheeses for us at our behest and we were very pleased with her choices based on our description of our tastes. Once we started ordering the small plates things really took off to taste town. Again, ask your server to recommend some choices. They know the menu well and will find suitable choices for your pallet. The main course was a meat plate with ny strip steak, pork chop, chicken, and sausage. It was increadibly good. The pork chop was tender and flavorful and a lot of places will dry it out by over cooking but this place nailed it. The wine list is extensive and epic to say the least and the dessert menu is just as good as the rest of the menu. The wait staff is so knowledgeable and helpful when you are trying to navigate their extensive menu. It doesn't matter if you are a first time diner or a repeat customer who wants to mix things up, they will lead you to the promised land of culinary bliss.
(5)Justine B.
I had reservations here for Valentine's Day 2015 for 9 PM. I arrived at 9 PM and had to stand and wait for an entire hour before we were seated. One of the managers, however, did treat us to complimentary sangria since the wait was so long. Once we were finally seated at 10, we sat at the table for about 10 mins waiting on a server, but since it was so packed and busy, I wound up flagging down a server. Everything moved pretty smooth from there. The bread for the table was very warm, soft on the inside, crusty on the outside, and served with olive oil- very good. Ask your server to add some cracked black pepper to it! As far as the tapas, I ordered three for myself: chorizo w/ sweet and sour figs, albondigas (the meatballs), and the Iberico a la plancha (essentially pork steak). The chorizo w/ sweet and sour figs were so good! Whatever sauce they were in was perfect. The meatballs were also delicious, as the tomato sauce was seasoned to perfection and the meatballs themselves were moist. The Iberico pork was grilled to medium-which I find is not common for pork- but the flavors and sautéed garlic and onion set it off just right. Overall, I enjoyed my experience and would definitely go back. I'm looking forward to getting this experience without all the hooplah from Valentine's Day.
(4)Asma A.
This place is great! All I'm thinking is why has it taken me soo long to come here?!? If you haven't been here yet, get your butt off the couch and head here! This place is an all-rounder type of place: good for a date, girls night out, brunch, group of friends; you name it! It has indoor seating, outdoor seating, bar area, and an outside patio with a cute fireplace! Definitely a place you can be cozy during the winter/cold nights! I can just imagine: it's a cold starry night, as you sit outside next to your significant other, wrapped in a blanket, in front of the fireplace, with perhaps a glass of wine in your hand! *perfect* oh let's not forget the great tapas style food! So let's see what you should get: potatoes empanadas, kabobs (these are a must!!!), but they are served in an odd number :-(, lamb chops (two pieces, but they were perfectly cooked)... You Definitely wanna come in a group so you can order a few things and be able to try them all, just remember to order multiples as most of these tapas come with 2-3 pieces each!
(4)Jennifer B.
This place is dangerous - too many delicious so-called "small plates" that pack a lot of flavor and variety (and calories). Before you know it, you're 4-5 small plates in, add a couple of glasses of wine & well, you better work out tomorrow. We skipped the dessert though they sounded tempting - there was just no room in the tum. Love sitting outside on the side of Barcelona - yes, your view is the parking valet, but a little breeze comes around the corner. In front across the street more condos! Inman Park is growing "up" since it can't grow "out". You can even access Barcelona from the Beltline from the back. You have to walk up to the entrance but how cool is that? Very good, well-paced service. We enjoyed sharing plates, good cocktails & nice out of the norm wine selection (you won't see these at Kroger).
(4)Amy H.
Wow. This place was pretty awesome. Atmosphere is awesome, get a little dressed up go out with the girls sit in the bar area, or enjoy some cocktails on the patio, or have your romantic weekend date!! We went with another couple and we decided that there were WAY too many items on the menu and we wanted the waiter to just bring WHATEVER and match a nice bottle of wine with what we got. We got SO many things that I cannot remember all but the roasted garlic bulbs were awesome. When I saw them I was like "whaaaat?? I gotta eat that?" oh those were good I cannot believe I have been missing out! Although this was my first encounter so needless to say DON'T PASS THOSE UP! I loved the mushrooms with the goat cheese, great combo, beat salad was yummy. The black hanger steak was goooood the server ordered us one and we told him it would be best to bring two more! Really good, flavorful, juicy, and tender. Loved the shrimp in wine sauce as well! We really had so much I cannot remember everything but the wine and the food it was good! I know it was a bit pricey but it was a great meal with good people and I just really commend the server for knowing what to pick out.
(5)Chris N.
The best thing I've had is the suckling pig. From what I understand, it used to be a Sunday only plate, but now they serve it on weekdays. Try it, you won't be disappointed. I hate pork rinds, but the ones on this dish were excellent! Other dishes that are very good are the paella and various tapas.
(4)Christopher T.
My wife and I ate here last night for the first time. We picked at random off a list of restaurants participating in Inman Park Restaurant Week and ended up at Barcelona Wine Bar & Restaurant. We had a fantastic experience! The tapas are incredible - it is obvious the chef(s) really put their heart into the food. Our cocktails were also excellent. What really made our experience though was the service. It is rare to see staff & servers working together as a team so seamlessly. Our drinks were always filled, and they perfectly timed the delivery of our (8) tapas! It felt like the moment we finished the last bite of one the next was arriving. This kept our table free of clutter too! The managers were friendly and asked how we were when we were coming and going. Phenomenal food and service! Check this place out!
(5)JoanaLola F.
We have been to this restaurant four times, and have always tried something different, as well as sticking to the things we liked. Though most of the things on their menu are delicious, we have to say that some things are just not what would be served in Spain. Here are some of our impressions: - Gambas as aljito: In Spain the shrimp used for this dish are small (as big as a tip of a finger) loaded with minced garlic and olive oil. At Barcelona they use the big shrimp (about the size of a thumb), sliced garlic, and chili peppers. - Plancha: not at all like they do it in Spain, but it tasted ok. - Boquerones: A serving of Boquerones in Spain is never less than 10-15 fish, yet at Barcelona they only serve 6 of them. - Paella: We have to say that the paella at Barcelona is pretty good. We ordered a mixed paella (seafood and meat), and the taste was impeccable. However, just two little suggestions: use more saffron (the rice was quite white), and, for the meat paella, use chicken rather than pork, as well as chorizo rather than the sausage that was in it. - Croquetas de manchego y jamon: Simply delicious - Figs with sweet and sour chorizo: though this isn't a dish we had ever had in Spain, it was still quite tasty. Dunking the bread in the sauce makes it that much better.
(4)Chrissie A.
Came here for Brunch and was really impressed with the menu. Favorite dishes: Steak and eggs - chimichurri was awesome, sunny side up eggs cooked perfectly, and the skillet potatoes are some of the most delicious things ever. mushrooms with goat cheese empanadas steak with truffle charred broccoli I wish I could think of more things, but honestly, this place is great. Everything we had was tasty.
(4)Mindy D.
Great GNO! Cocktails were refreshing and the tapas were amazing! Service was above and beyond. The restaurant and bar have a fun and sophisticated atmosphere. We dined outside. Highly recommend the calamari, cabbage and croquettas tapas.
(5)Food L.
Lovely outdoor seating...perfect for a weekend lunch! Was there on a Sunday afternoon and had beef empanadas (were ok), calamari (crispy and delicious), lemon ricotta pancakes (light ad fluffy). Enjoyed the food and atmosphere.
(4)John B.
The first time I went here I thought this was an elaborate ploy to steal my passport (the last time I was in the mother country I had my passport stolen, so I'm always on edge when the words Barcelona arise). I'm happy to report my passport wasn't stolen and this place deserves to be put down as one of Atlanta's premier venues. Cole is correct when he describes the attractive women, wonderful tapas, and anchor-location for the up and rising Inman Park. 1/2 bottles of wine can prove dangerous, so ride your bike. This place is pretty awesome. I love the art work in particular. This is one of the few places I've seen John Lennon pose for a woman other than Yoko. Last time I was here I had the chance to meet with the DJ, and he was cool and keeping the groove going throughout the evening. The wine selection is top-notch. Definitely worth a visit or six.
(5)Kiev R.
I wanted to be impressed by Barcelona Atlanta but alas, I walked away more disappointed than blown away. We headed to Barcelona because of their late hours and good reputation, arriving around 11 PM. Even at that hour, the place was in full swing and filled with a good number of people. But it wasn't so full to justify the full 5 minutes it took the hostesses to notice our presence (even though we were standing less than 3 feet from them) simply because they were too busy gabbing. Okay... not off to a great start. Once seated, our waiter greeted us and frankly he was awesome (and is the sole reason my review was elevated to 3 stars). He answered all of our questions about the menu and when asked, offered his recommendations and preferred wine selections. Barcelona Atlanta has a limited late night menu but our waiter took the extra step of querying the kitchen about preparing something that's offered on the regular menu instead (which they had no problem obliging). However, we asked for this exception in the first place because we found the late night menu to be very limiting in its variety. The food itself is very good, flavorful, well prepared, and well presented. As with any tapas restaurant, you expect small portions and to order numerous dishes but I found Barcelona Atlanta to be a little on the expensive side thus if you're wanting a true tapas experience, be prepared to spend a lot of money. Overall, Barcelona Atlanta provides a grown and laid back environment (which would be a great first date place!) so I'd be willing to give it another try.
(3)Allison R.
It's been a while since I've been here, and yet even still, hands down best in the city. I go out to eat a LOT and Barcelona, by far, is the best all around in Atlanta. From the expertly prepared food to the well thought out wine selection and the impeccable service--I am never disappointed. The new manager Brad couldn't be more warm, welcoming, and accommodating. The bar staff is friendly and well prepared to give excellent suggestions on wine pairings at a variety of price points. Service staff is well spoken and entirely delightful. Any issue I may have ever had has immediately been remedied as soon I mentioned something to any one of the outstanding management staff. Truly, not enough great things to say about this place.
(5)Maggie W.
This place has a great selection of wine, delicious food, and a seriously fun atmosphere. I've been here several times and plan on coming several more! It's really hard to park in the area and every time I have made a reservation they have been so nice at working with me to move it back when it's taking a while to park. Great service.
(4)HJM M.
Easily one of my faves! The location, the building, parking/valet, servers, beautiful people, food and drinks, decor and just everything about this place is just great. The bartenders are friendly and knowledgeable. And in the afternoons, you can go in alone, have a seat at the bar and either do done reading or talk to other happy people around you. I typically just graze when I'm there. The charcuterie plates and cheese selection are awesome and just ask a server or bartender about wine pairing and you'll be all set. Other restaurants should try to mimic this place.
(5)Karly G.
I'm still a fan of this place, been here 3 times and I love their food, their atmosphere, their service... but a few thing needs to change. 1. Their Parking 2. RSVP needs to be honored at least within a reasonable amount of time... I can wait for 15-20 min. for a table... not an hour and a half. Granted, they did try to make things right by offering complimentary tapas, but I'm there to pay for my food. 3. They need to expand the waiting/bar area because it was a complete chaos on any given night seems like. HOWEVER, I freaking love this place. I had just about every dish on their menu and the charred broccoli was the least of my favorite. It is charred and bitter. The suckling pig, the fried red snapper and chorizo + digs are amazing. The food has been consistent since my first visit. I can't wait to catch them on a slow day so that I can finally bask in the sun while dining in their patio. It is a noisy place because people are having fun, eating wonderful food and drinking good wine. People who have issues or want a nice quiet dinner - stay home. One more thing... they do not frown upon you for bringing in your own dessert nor do they charge a ridiculous fee for plating. I brought in a cake for a friend and they took off with the cake without interrogating me.
(5)Dorina C.
Love, love, love this place! Love their food, drinks, especially their white sangria Flora, very light and fruity, but what I like the most is their desert, the crepes, which are to die for!
(4)Janelle D.
We stopped in here for lunch. It was a perfect fall day - crisp, blue skies, a comfortable chill in the air, sunshine... We decided to sit out like most everyone else. On the way to seat us, the phone rang and the hostess, who was very personable and friendly, picked it up to ask them to hold. While that was going on, a man who had been walking in our direction stopped to ask if we were okay, and we let him know we were waiting to be seated. He decided to step in and seat us, and he turned out to be the owner. He was very charming and warm, and he told us about the menu, and shook our hands before leaving - it really felt like he wanted us there. I had a wine flight, the Rioja (see pic). It was SO good; some of the best wine I've had in a while and the perfect complement to my food. They have a HUGE wine selection, a sherry selection, lots of beers... We started with some meat and cheese ($6.50 for one, $17.50 for three). We had soft pork chorizo, the bleu cow and goat's milk cheese and the pork jowls. No complaints at all. The little bit of guava paste is a perfect addition - such an amazing combo of flavors. The meats were fantastic and the cheese was strong, but I love that. They brought us out meatballs because they had an extra order and I was so glad they did because it's not something I would have picked and it was so flavorful and tender. We also had the chorizo and figs too (what can I say, we love that darn sausage) and it was such an incredible combo of spicy and sweet. Pic added. Unfortuantely, we waited a very long time for the warm potato tortilla - our waitress suddenly disappeared after checking on us to see if it was out - and after almost half hour we asked them to take it off the menu so we could leave. They brought it to us to go anyway (and it didn't disappoint!). It didn't ruin our experience - sometimes things happen and sometimes you're the one who's just gotta deal. Overall, the food was delicious, they kept our waters filled, and the atmosphere was comfortable. I would definitely go back.
(4)Robert A.
I give this place 4 stars for the overall experience. 3.5 for the food, 4 for the atmosphere and 4.5 for the service. Wife and I went and had sangria and red wine to start. She had the house red which was fine and I had the sangria which was a little too sweet for me but still tasted OK. We started with the cacciatore and soft goat's milk cheese. Growing up in a predominantly Italian area in the NY/NJ area this was a common antipasta and this version of it was good. Not the best 've ever had but it was well executed and worth the money. 3 stars. Next we started with the gazpacho and the chorizo + sweet-sour figs. The gazpacho had a nice flavor to it, not bland but not overly spicy either. 4 stars. The chorizo and figs were excellent as well. The sausage was very good and the caramelized brown sugar reduction on the figs was a dinner highlight for me. 5 stars. Next was the snapper a la plancha and short rib shooters. The snapper was well cooked but too mild in flavor for me. My wife likes her fish bland so she enjoyed it more than I did but the salsa verde just needed something more to make it pop. 3 stars. The short ribs were excellent. Tender and flavorful and the horseradish sauce was well balanced. 4.5 stars. We ended dinner with espresso and flan. The espresso was very good but if you are one of those coffee addicts that want it to be thick as mud then you will be disappointed. It had a full flavor without being overwhelming. 4 stars. The flan was the best surprised all night. I'm not a fan of this but my wife thought that since this is a Spanish themed restaurant then we should go with it. She could not have been more right. We both agreed that this is the best flan we have ever had. It is little moments like this that I find small joys in. It was creamy, not too heavy and had an excellent taste. 5 stars.
(4)Lauren P.
Barcelona is super cool with a nice menu and drink selection. Th interior is sexy and modern. The wait staff is good looking and educated on the menu items and friendly. Barcelona is located in the heart of VA highlands with a very young crowd of business professionals. Mon- Thursday nights you will see urban dwellers and cool hipster kids mixed in with working professionals. On the weekends you will see rich OTP dwellers trying hard to fit in but sadly are given awayby their OTP dress code of baggy Sears Dad jeans and Ross dress shirts, with a white t- shirt underneath and square toe shoes.
(4)Nikki G.
Had a great experience there. The staff were very friendly and knowledgable, and gave good recommendations. I only had small plates but the flank steak with truffle vinaigrette and the charred broccoli were amazing.
(4)Jonathan S.
Cougar central. Ridiculous. Definitely get the lamb chops. Skip out on the shrimp, the calamari, and the croquettes. The thing that sets this place apart from Eclipse Di Luna is the location. Sitting outside is a nice experience. However, I would avoid the low lounge tables; eating is awkward on those tables. Barcelona is a good place for a group outing. It's not necessarily a good place for a date. It gets loud, and the cougars drink a lot of wine and start yelling crazy things.
(4)Bonnie C.
Awesome!!! The tapas and the neighborhood are amazing!!! Thank you!
(5)Melissa I.
This my favorite restaurant in Atlanta and I go to many of them! First of all, when you pull up, valet is easy and friendly. Secondly, when you walk up, you start feeling the ambiance and greeted openly by the hostess and manager. The bar and wine selection is amazing! Great date place and social gathering for any occasion. Highly recommend reservations as it gets packed even on a Wednesday sometimes. The food, delicious! My favorites are the ham Manchego croquets, sheep cheese, meat plate and fig preserve chorizo for starters. The mixed seafood paella is yummy and worth the 45 minute wait, so order it first thing. Sean the hospitality manager really goes out of his way to make a lasting impression and make your special occasion just what it should be and the reason why you dine out. Hands down, best place for tapas! I'm hoping to experience their brunch soon :)
(5)Ãipan P.
Amazing food, great environment and service :) highly recommended for special evenings.
(5)Cole O.
Amazing place to meet attractive women. Barcelona has that on lock. As I have visited this Catalan party city on multiple occasions - I was excited when this place was first opening up back in the day. It has stayed true. Tapas are off the hook. Wine list is comprehensive. Doug the bartender is cool as can be. 1/2 Bottles of Wine for Sunday brunches. Do you really want to tell me that isn't the best idea ever for young single people to meet one another. I have even taken my best friends mother to dinner here on a Friday night. This Inman Park hot-spot is my type of place. Ride your bike there - it is right on the Atlanta Beltline.
(5)Matt N.
Great restaurant! Awesome for treating out of town people and going on a date. Tapas restaurant with great cheeses, hanger steak, and other small plates. Amazing service as well. Will definitely be returning!
(5)Marcus Z.
After having lived in Atlanta for 2 years now, and after having dined at Barcelona on numerous occasions, I am finally ready to write a review! Although I say ready as if I was waiting. Haha. I just haven't gotten around to it. Barcelona is a great tapas bar/hang out spot located in Inman Park. It's got that great rustic decor and a pretty badass patio. Go for the fireplace on cool nights. It really enhances the experience. The service is...well...mixed. I've experienced phenomenal service. I've experience deplorable service. However, in the past few months, I've noticed an enhancement in the workings of the restaurant. Rumor has it that the former exec chef walked out and now there's a new chef. Since then, things have been running smoothly, food has been consistent, service has been wonderful. And now the food... The thing I love about tapas restaurants is that they allow me to experience many different things at once. I love this Spanish style of eating. Everyone gets to share! Of course, it can get expensive. I adore the hangar steak with the truffle sauce. Lots of yum factor. The mushrooms and goat cheese are creamy and delicious. The anchoïade...salty, briny, fishy, delicious. The charred broccoli is superb. It comes with an anchovy cream sauce that is quite aromatic and flavorful. The beet and walnut salad with blue cheese always pleases my palate. It's sweet, salty and nutty. I love flavor combinations like that. And finally, the dulce de leche crepes. I can't say enough there. Tender crepes, dulce de leche, vanilla ice cream, whipped cream. It's almost too much decadence. Barcelona also had a great wine program. And they make a pretty good sangria. I would love to give Barcelona 5 stars, but I never leave absolutely blown away. It's a great spot, but there's one particular tapas restaurant in Decatur that I find outstanding. Also, the inconsistencies I've encountered sort of hurt their image.
(4)Shelly G.
The first time I came here I did the family style tapas option with a large group. The food was amazing, but I'll admit the service was a bit off. Our waitress spilled half a bottle of wine on the table (but they did get us a new bottle). Half our party drank wine and the other half didn't, so we agreed that the drinkers would pay an extra $11. I opted out of wine and remember the receipt was correct when I signed it, only to notice later on my bank statement that I had been charged the extra $11. Weird. I called them and they were very nice, took down my credit card info, and told me they would take the charge off. It never was, but oh well. Other than that, every experience since then has been positive. My friends and I love coming here for half off bottles of wine on Sunday's. They have great food, service, music, and a sweet patio. Also their free bread is really good, and they aren't stingy about it.
(4)Christine P.
I will not be coming here again. I was extremely disappointed with not only the wait staff but with the food. This was my first experience at Barcelona after friends that I came with mentioned their past experienced were good ones. I will start off by saying they were a bit disappointed as well. After not being seated when the majority of my party had arrived, even though we made a reservation days in advance, our waiter came over to take our drink orders. He was very difficult to hear, even though the restaurant was not noisy. We received our drinks in a timely manner, and they were good - I ordered the Summer St. Sling. It seemed pretty simple and not very strong however. We then gave our menu orders - I had the Butternut squash (which was really a salad) and the prime rib. Our food came out timely as well, but I was disappointed in the portion and the fillers used. The woman who brought out the items couldn't tell us what they were either when asked. Others at my table ordered the meatballs, mushrooms/goat cheese, and scallops. There were about 4 small cubes of butternut squash atop arugula and 2 small drops of cheese. I understand it is tapas, but this was even smaller than others I have had and very sub-par. The prime rib was also over-cooked and chewy. The mushroom/goat cheese was much too rich and drenched in sherry I believe. The scallops, ordered by 2 at my table, were the biggest disappointment. They had 5 huge, thick slices of limes on a wooden plate, then a chunk of avocado, and then small bits of scallops. I would not have recognized it as scallop meat based on the presentation. My friend, who had ordered this menu item before, mentioned that last time she ordered this 3 huge scallops were served, not a few tiny chunks. They also hurried us with our food. They asked to take our plates when they were still half full, they took our silverware (I had to ask for an additional set), and the waiter did not check in once. The staff also fell and yelled across the dining area in front of us. I was disappointed when over $35 later, I came out with a still hungry belly and a to-be paid valet ticket. I would not recommend this restaurant.
(2)Teresa L.
We walked by this restaurant yesterday and found that there is a sign now! It is beside the entry door on a window, but the letters are dark on a dark background. It is nearly impossible to see. There are a lot of words on the awning, but the restaurant name isn't one of them.
(5)Andrew D.
I enjoy Barcelona, and its crowd. it is a solid go to spot to start a night, or chill out and have a few drinks and small bites. The food is not ground breaking, but is always consistent. I have enjoyed the potatoes bravas, wild salmon, grilled steak, empanadas, chorizo and figs, mixed meat plate, eggplant, ect. Barcelona is a better chain out of Connecticut, think coolest place in town in New Haven, or Stamford. It it in my opinion a little less authentic Spanish fare, as it is cool scene. Scene wise, dining in the bar area, or outside on the terrace is the way to go. I have found the table service to always be quite good. As for the drinks and bartenders, I don't know it just seems like such a shit-show to get a drink or chair at the bar. Then once i order a scotch on the rocks, the pour is rather weak. So that is really my only gripe. That said, I do appreciate that they have a very diverse wine list. Their beer list, though limited, has nice options. My top picks are the Choirzo and figs,eggplant, and empanadas. Although everything seems fairly reasonable in price, tabs do move up fast here. You have been warned!
(4)Hart P.
One of the best restaurants in Atlanta. Family of 6, so we ordered the chef's choice of tapas, really enjoyed the corn salad tapas and mushrooms. followed up with a 3 person paella, more than enough for all.
(5)cindy m.
Service is great. Food ok. Pricey. Tapas can add up quickly. Especially if you are hungry!
(4)Caroline J.
I came here two years ago for my 21st birthday and the food surpassed my expectations! I am a Spanish major and have always wanted to try authentic paella and tapas and was so excited to find this place. A little pricey but for a special occasion or just for drinks and tapas it is well worth it! I want to go back ASAP. :)
(5)Judith C.
I came here for a friend's 25th birthday party. It was packed, so lucky for us, we had a party reservation for about 10 people. We sat outside and the servers were very helpful in giving us an extra outdoor heater because it was pretty cold! Their tapas are great - I had patatas bravas and chorizo and figs. Just two tapas and I was full! The atmosphere was lively and full of laughter. The restaurant is located near Little Five Points, which doesn't have a lot of parking. I don't know if there is a parking lot or valet available; my friends and I were fortunate enough to snag a street parking spot right in front of the restaurant.
(4)J D.
From start to finish service was five star. Super friendly to the point where it almost seemed fake, but it was real and sustained and clearly indicated the people working there love to serve. The atmosphere is hip, the lighting perfect, and the vibe sublime. The food was also really good. The potatas bravas were the best, but the crisp cauliflower I devoured with equal interest. I also has the grouper, olives, bread and crepas for dessert. No complaints. Content as can be right now. The price was astonishingly low for such a great all around experience. Coming back often!!
(5)Courtney M.
TAPAS TAPAS TAPAS. Sangria! Super Service! #DatPatioTho! Not much can be improved when you're already the juicy peach floating at the top of a glass of sangria, if you know what I mean! Barcelona was a great place to meet up with my friend. We indulged in all the right ways: shrimp, hanger steak, patatas, shaved mushroom salad, and a tortilla with delicious pork. Oh, and plentiful sangria. I love that this place has such a fantastic menu - lots of options = lots of reasons to return! I can't wait to come back to Atlanta (and Barcelona)!
(5)Jade P.
I had been hearing so many good things about this place, so I'm so glad that I finally got to go last night. And it definitely lived up to the hype. The aesthetic is modern, yet comfortable. The outdoor seating along the sidewalk feels just like a European restaurant. The servers are very attentive and knowledgeable. I'm not too familiar with the tapas style of eating, so they guided me and my table through what a traditional Spanish tapas meal looked like. They were also very knowledgeable about their extensive wine list. The Garnacha flight that my friend ordered was delicious, especially the Breca (girl's best friend ;) The food was fantastic. I had the Melon and Pea salad (savory watermelon and cantelope is to die for!), the Hanger Steak (with black truffle vinaigrette!) and the Whipped Sheep's Milk Cheese (YUMMO.) Three tapas plates and a glass of wine and you're good to go! Also, because I became a US Citizen yesterday, the servers treated us to a glass of sparkling wine, which was a nice welcome to the country :) I'll definitely be back!
(5)D.J. K.
My second time dining here. I made reservations at 8pm, but due to the weather and limited patio seating and reservations backed up we did not get a table until 9:15. To make up for the long wait time they gave us 5 free tapas, pitcher of sangria, paella all on the house. What would have been a $150 tab came out to $50 for our group of 4. We of course tipped generously. I can't justify the food being on par with the prices, but I will say service is top of the line. We had the floor manager and several of the servers come by our table to make sure we were taken care of. Really felt like VIPs especially on such a busy night. 5 stars for service less one star for the less than stellar food. I will comment on the mussels tapa...there was no sauce..usually there is "soup/broth" filled in the bowl of mussels to give it flavoring, but there was barely any and mussels were TINY. Not sure if that was intentional or they were in a rush and just sent the dish out...
(4)Meenal P.
I was visiting Atlanta for the weekend..and we decided to do a tapas dinner. I couldn't have asked for a better experience! I loved Inman Park and the atmosphere as well as the food at Barcelona! We went quite late to dinner but the crowd was still there. They have a nice patio section for seating; the interior is an awesome area as well. I loved my food as well as the service! Go here if you want a nice time with amazing food!
(5)Rachel B.
This place has a great atmosphere, amazing tapas, and an extensive wine selection. I wish I could give it five stars... We came around 11:00pm on a Thursday, after reading on Yelp that the restaurant was open until 12:00. When we were seated, we were told that we could only order off of the late night menu and that the bar and kitchen, would be doing last call in 5 minutes. That being said, our waiter was friendly, helpful, and attentive. Even though it was a bit rushed, we enjoyed our meal, until the manager came over to our table and asked us to leave. We finished our food, paid our bill, and were just finishing our wine and waiting for our Uber ride, and the staff was still performing their closing duties. The manager, decided he needed to make a stronger point that he wanted us to leave, so he instructed a waiter who was closing the outside section to leave the door that was directly behind us open, on a night that was 25 degrees outside, in an attempt to freeze us out. When I explained that we were just waiting for our ride he said curtly, "that's fine." Having worked in restaurants myself, I was pretty taken aback by how rude he was. It is really a shame that the delicious food and attention of friendly waiters was completely ruined by the manager, someone who's job it is to uphold a higher standard. That experience turned me off to this restaurant.
(3)Moosa D.
Food: 4/5 Service: 4/5 Atmosphere: 4/5
(4)Kevin Q.
Awful. Waiters kept changing and forgot the champagne I requested for my friend's birthday. The first person I spoke to kept telling me to sit down at the bar, which had no empty seats. The tapas were tasty but small and placed at the wrong sides of the table. The entrees were also way too salty. Would not come again.
(1)Megan K.
This is absolutely one of my favorite joints in Atlanta and definitely my favorite tapas place. The food: I have only done tapas here so I can't speak for the paella, entrees, or mixed grills. There's a huge variety of tapas to choose from so it's hard to pick, but every single one I've ordered is full of flavor. The details are important here and that comes out in the food. My picks: abondigas (meatballs), sweet and sour figs w chorizo, calamari (my all time favorite calamari!!), and the mussels. The mussels are important because of the broth that you absolutely must dip the fresh bread in which brings me to my next topic..... The bread: Everything you order is just a support for this bread. The warm, toasty, wheaty bread is everything. The drinks: I can only speak for sangria but it's excellent! Warning: this is STRONG sangria. 4 of us ordered a pitcher last night and we had a very strong buzz (ok my mother in law was drunk) by the end of the meal! The service: impeccable. Some of the best service I've ever had a resto each and every time I'm there. Attentive, interactive, constant refills and plate clearing, but never over the top. During our first visit, the hospitality manager welcomed us to the city with a few tokens for free tapas. Great food, great people!
(5)John C.
My wife and I have been going to Barcelona for the last couple years and we love it. It's a great spot for a date night, or just to come for a drink and a bite to eat. Here's why it works for any situation: * They have the best wine list in Atlanta. Even if you aren't a super fan of Spanish wines, they'll find you something you'll love. The have about 100 to choose from. * Best service model. You always have 2 servers working for you so even if they're busy, you won't be waiting very long. And they're all funny and laid back. * Great people. We met the manager, Sean, during a busy night at the restaurant, and he's always made us feel welcome each time we've been back. * Options. You can spend a lot or a little, and either way you'll feel satisfied. They have tons of tapas - for 1 or 2 people, veggie or meat, etc. - so you can taylor the meal to your evening. Barcelona is one of our favorite restaurants in the city and we'll be back soon. If you want a good meal at a beautifully-designed, well-managed spot, this is it.
(5)Kim P.
While visiting Atlanta we decided to try Barcelona Atlanta and were not disappointed. Tapas Ordered: Patatas Bravas Croquettes Gambas as Aijillo Grilled Hanger Steak Albondigas Spicy Beef Empanadas Crispy Calamari Chicken Milanese Duck Also ordered the mariscos paella for two which was huge. The tapas were really good. I loved every one of them with the exception of the duck. Duck wasn't bad, just not great compared to all of the other tapas. Paella was also just ok in my opinion. However, I could rave on and on about the other tapas we ate. They have an extensive wine list which inc. a green wine which we ordered (first tried it in Portugal). Service was prompt and attentive. Atmosphere was really lively, esp. for a Sunday night. Chic decor. Would highly recommend.
(5)Leah B.
So, really this place is like a 4.5, but some extras bumped it up for me. The service is fantastic, the sangria is some kind of delicious. We had: 1.) Manchego, Jamon Iberico, y jamon serrano to start: 5 friggin stars. They make amazing pigs in Spain. 2. ) Manchego & jamon croquettes. Don't judge me. I like Spanish pigs. I just said it. 5 stars. 3.) Corn salad. My husband loved it, but it wasn't to my taste, 5 stars from him, 3 from me...let's call it 4 stars 4.) Gambas al ajilo. Delicious shrimp in butter. I mean, 5 stars, obviously. 5.) Patatas bravas. 5 stars from me, 3 from the hubs, but I'm writing this and this is like my favorite food ever, so 5 stars. 6.) Hangar steak. I did not like this at all. It was so beautifully cooked, but that sauce wasn't doing anything for me. 3 stars from me, 5 from the hubs. 4 stars. 7.) ALBONDIGAS, which is my favorite word ever. Too Italian tasting for me and didn't fit in at all with our other picks. 2 starts from me, 5 from the hubs. so like 3 stars
(5)Castell T.
Food was really good. However, there was a big BUT! Even we had a reservation they made us wait more than 1hour!!!! And the worst part, is that went we got there no one told us It would take a while! THEY JUST SAID" it is going to be a minute" we asked like 3 times for our table and the guy at the front desk told us the same.... And we were not the only ones, most of the people who was there had a reservation and they waited between 45 minutes to 1:30hours!!! They should not make reservations that the ones they can really take! That is a shame!!!
(4)Adriana P.
Been to Barcelona twice and both times have been amazing! This past Monday we enjoyed some Inman Park Restaurant week specials and half-priced bottles (which is a usual Monday deal). The wine list is very extensive and can be overwhelming even for a wine aficionado like me, but the servers are always very helpful. Our server, Joseph, made some excellent resiling recommendations! Some of the must-try tapas are the patatas bravas, the herb and mushroom goat cheese, and the beef empanadas. I have heard great things about their Sunday brunch, so think I'm going to try that next :)
(4)Jenna S.
This is one of my favorite spots around Atlanta. I come here often to sit on the patio, drink lots of good wine and nosh on tasty bites. Service is good, food is delicious and wine is yummy. I especially love the fact that wines are available in "taste" size, which is basically a half glass. So, I can sample several wines and still be standing. Great spot!!
(5)Lalan S.
I live in Ct and have been addicted to them since their first one ( or one of their first ones) in SoNo, CT. The ATL one definitely keeps up and does better. Took some of my staff from work there who are also good friends - lots of great attention from the manager and the waitress. Food was wonderful - I can honestly say there is nothing I have had on their menu that you shouldn't have. They change their menu seasonally, and the concept of tapas makes it fun to try new things every time you go back. If you haven't been go soon and get hooked
(5)Kelsey F.
Oh my. Yelp readers, I hope you can learn from my mistakes in life. I waited over TWO years to go to Barcelona and man oh man do I regret it. I finally went with a friend on a recent Monday night and I get giddy every time I think about returning. The service, the food, the wine and the atmosphere are without compare. Barcelona is a pretty popular restaurant so most nights you will probably need a reservation. My friend and I went around 8 on a Monday night and we got two prime seats at the bar. As soon as we sat down, our dear bar tender, server, and new best friend for life poured us a sample of Spanish wine and introduced us to the lovely couple sitting to our left. We took our time and eventually ordered some wine and 2 tapas - mushrooms with goat cheese and an eggplant dish. My friend is vegetarian and they have a vast menu with plenty of meat-free options. While we were waiting for our food, the bar tender brought us a free sample of calamari. It was seriously some of the best I have ever had. When our food came out, we accidentally received potatoes instead of eggplant. Our server recognized the error and let us keep the potatoes while he had the kitchen whip up our eggplant. They were so apologetic about the mix up and the potatoes were cooked in a delicious spice and covered with a creamy, flavorful sauce so we were pretty pumped about it. It also happened to be my friends birthday, so once again our favorite server brought us a complimentary warm chocolate cake with ice cream on top for dessert. I really don't think our meal could have been any better. I personally love small plates of food. I've found some guys are a little opposed to or weirded out by this sort of dinning, but Barcelona is so good that it may change their opinion of tapas. They also do paellas for those looking for a larger meal. The atmosphere makes me feel like I'm in some swanky big city restaurant. I'm probably not really cool enough to hang out here on the regular, but it's fun to pretend. The space is generally pretty dark with an open kitchen, interesting art pieces on the walls and a wrap around porch for summer brunching. Sitting at the bar is fun because the staff are so friendly and the people around you are chatty and charming. Parking is available on the street, valet or there are a few free 2 hour spots in the deck next door. If you are looking for an amazing deal, stop in on Sunday for half prices bottles of wine. If you are looking for an amazing experience, stop in any day or night for a perfect dining adventure rich with incredible food, plenty of wine and splendid company.
(5)Michelle S.
I didn't give it 5 stars only because the service was a bit slow and it was just 12:30. Maybe it was just a scheduling issue with staff. Otherwise this is a place you would want to bookmark. The Tapas were all delicious ... Spanish olives, Jamon Serrano, Chorizo + Sweet-Sour Figs, Grilled Hanger Steak.
(4)David G.
The service was great. Sarah and Rian did an excellent job with our large party. My favorite tapas: Foi Gras, Chorizo with Sweet/Sour Figs, and Jamon Serrano. For dessert, the Flan was my favorite. I will definitely be back. The only recommendation I could make would be in regards to the valet. I drove by and no one was out there. Luckily I found a spot right in front. Another member of my party had a similar experience.
(4)Stephanie F.
You really can't go wrong with Barcelona. The food, atmosphere, and service are fantastic. That said, if you have Celiac or are allergic to gluten, be VERY careful when eating here. I learned my lesson the hard way. I got "glutened" last night and don't feel so great today. Generally speaking, the servers and staff are extremely knowledgeable about which menu items contain gluten and can advise you accordingly. And, the menu is actually pretty gluten-free friendly. Most of the items don't have gluten in them. The problem is with the MENU itself. It doesn't tell you EVERYTHING that a dish has in it. In this case, it was the Chicken Milanese. It was lightly breaded but there was no mention of bread on the menu. We had two servers. I told the first one I was allergic to gluten but failed to mention it to the second one so when we ordered this dish, he didn't warn me because he didn't know he needed to. Not his fault. Anyway, I ended up eating some because at first, it wasn't obvious that it was breaded. I realized it after I had ingested it unfortunately. I will now be sick for several days... :( The servers' response to this mishap was flawless, however. They apologized, of course. They didn't charge us for that menu item and promised to improve their communication when a person with a gluten allergy comes in. That's the best I can hope for, really. And, I should have been more vigilant, too. My unfortunate incident aside, Barcelona is really a great place. The menu changes frequently (daily I think?) but you can't go wrong with any of their steak tapas plates. They are always good. The service is some of the best in Atlanta. I've been here several times and everyone is extremely nice, helpful, and understanding (about my food allergy). The only reason I'm giving it 4 stars instead of 5 is because they really do need to fix their menu so that all ingredients (especially BREADING!!!!) are listed in the description of a dish. A completely separate, gluten-free menu would be even better.
(4)Fatina B.
Dined here yet another time. Still very impressed with the food and their wine selections. A tip though, is to arrive early and preferably not on a Saturday. The place was so full and loud especially near the bar area. Make sure to get a reservation, it definitely helped us being seated on time.
(5)E H.
I will start by saying - the brunch was very good; however - today the service was very disappointing. The restaurant was less than 1/2 occupied, yet we waited for over 20 minutes to be acknowledged with simple glasses of water. Then another 20 minutes for a waiter to come and take our drink order. When we were finally served, again the brunch was very good - but we were so vexed by the service, it impacted our overall experience. Thanks to the manager for making our meal complimentary, very nice touch!
(4)James B.
We had a group of 6 guys at Barcelona last night to celebrate a friend's engagement. We had a reservation for 8 pm and the place was packed. We checked with the host at 8:10 and were told that our table was being setup. We waited patiently at the front door for 20 minutes before making our way back through the crowd to check on the status of the setup. We were now told that the prior occupants of our table had not yet finished. So, why did he tell us the table was being setup 20 minutes prior? Had he told us initially that - despite our reservation - we were going to have to wait, we would have gone to the bar area and started our evening rather than standing in the front doorway getting bumped into for 20 minutes. We then moved to the bar where we waited for another 30 minutes. At 8:50 we were escorted to our table. It was a 4-top table in the bar area with 2 extra chairs stuck on the ends. There was barley room for the 6 plates on the table - much less the tapas dishes we planned to order. We are 6 large guys (two over 6'4") and could not begin to fit at the table. Finally the manager came over and said that he would find us a table that fit 6 people and that he would provide a bottle of wine for our trouble. Shortly after 9, we were seated at a table for 6. The bottle of wine never came, but I was tired of complaining at that point. A very disappointing experience.
(1)Eric M.
Came here with some friends to celebrate a friend's birthday on a Thursday night. Place was packed. Front door a bit of a mess when busy. We were with a large party (9), and of course we were obligated to stand by the bar, all jammed together, like the penguins in Antarctica on that Planet Earth documentary - until the very last person arrived. This is a very cool, and delightfully pretentious place. ("Pinot grigio? We don't have that, but we have something like it.") In a group with a bunch of couples felt comfortable though, not a cheesy singles scene. Definitely some people attempting to be noticed at the bar. Dinner was fantastic. Food was amazing. Favorites at our table were the meatballs, beef tongue, chicken/ham croquettes. Service was prompt and attentive, with good wine recommendations. Grabbing the check for a big group was fast, no complaints about splitting. Easy four stars, and the best tapas I've had in Atlanta. Definitely a good place to come with a large group of friends. Some say this might not be a good date place because it's loud, but sometimes that can be fun. I'd say give it a shot regardless.
(4)Robert B.
I love Barcelona. It is literally one of my favorite restaurants in Atlanta. My only update is to note that the Hangar Steak with Truffle Oil has been replaced with Sirloin -- just a guess. The cut of meat significantly improves the quality of the food. Everything else was perfection: The patatas bravas, cheese selection, ambiance, waitstaff. This is a food experience done well. Very, very well.
(5)M' N.
I've been back to Barcelona a couple of times after my first review and the food still sucks. That is after being there the week it opened and many times in between up until the present and trying everything from the paella to the beets to the meatballs to the nasty thing w the cheese melted on the bread. Crazily, it is always busy---typical Atlanta. From now on, I'm sticking with alcohol and the cheese plate.
(3)Charlotte K.
We got there early which I think is key if you don't want to wait. Our server was able to recommend is a really delicious wine that was under $40. I really appreciated that just because we asked for a recommendation the server didn't take that as an excuse to gouge us with the most expensive option. I love their various meats and cheese options, LOVED the tuna, the shrimp was really over cooked and a little gross, I didn't like the sauce with it either. Loved the beef empanadas. I will say (and I saw this on Other reviews so it must be an issue) that our glasses were filthy, I took a glass off another table and it was filthy too. I didn't feel like the food was over priced, but be ready to spend money, especially if you're drinking, because you need two or three plates a person if you want to feel satisfied. OH! I almost forgot the bread. I would make babies with that bread!!!!! It's FANTASTIC
(4)Min Y.
It's alright. The feel of the restaurant is pretty nice. It definitely goes for a hip feel, and I have to admit it's not overly douchey. There's an outside patio where it seems more family-style tapas eating, which I'd like to try sometime. But alas, we didn't know that was an option. Overall, the place is very crowded on weekend nights with people on dates/group nights out. Dress is not enforced by any means, but people seemed to dress up pretty nicely. Crowd skews slightly older, i'd say a late 20s - early 40s crowd. I highly recommend making a reservation before coming here. There seemed to be a line of people who were waiting for a table, whereas we were seated within 2 minutes after having made a reservation. Food was... meh. The charcuterie was excellent, as was the cheese selection. But those were the highlights. We tried multiple tapas, including several "a la plancha", and none were good. Very disappointing. I see this place potentially useful for drinks and meeting up with a group of friends. Not ideal for a date night, it's way too loud.
(3)Chef Christian C.
Love the live jazz band...,hospitality is on point .! Love the warm atmosphere! The best paella and flan ! All the tapas are really good my fav octopus which is always sold out :)
(5)Stephen O.
Consistently excellent service and food. A great variety of tapas, size to tastes. Along with quite an extensive wine list. Always a solid recommendation. Come in every Monday night for half off wine!!! Can't beat it :)
(5)Mariel J.
I went to Barcelona on a Saturday morning with two friends. I'd heard good things about Barcelona. So between that and the open spots on the patio, it seemed like the perfect place. And we weren't disappointed. We mostly ordered from the brunch menu (starting with a bloody mary for me and mimosas for my friends), but also got a few Spanish tapas classics (including a tortilla and some pan con tomate). Some of the best brunch tapas: mushrooms with herbed goat cheese, whipped sheep's milk cheese with pistachios and pimenton, and the eggplant caponata with basil, parsley, and chili. They also let us order the scrambled eggs with manchego off the kids menu (only $4!). All of the food barely fit on the table, but somehow we managed to finish it all, which is really the best review.
(4)Helen A.
They have a pretty good selection of wines. And the food is fantastic. We had a party of 7 and several people had dietary limitations, they were able to meet all the requirements. We loved everything we had. Also there is complementary valet parking in a garage around the corner.
(5)Lisa W.
An awesome place that allows dogs on the patio...yay! For that reason alone I think this place rocks but combine that with an amazing wine selection this place is a winner in my eyes. The staff are incredibly knowledgeable about the drinks and more than happy to bring you wines to taste before you commit to the full glass or bottle. The food is good for grazing and compliments hanging out on a nice afternoon enjoying a nice beverage or two or maybe three :)
(4)Anita K.
Great food, wine list, and atmosphere...only complaint would be that every time I've had a reservation I've still had to wait a minimum of 30 minutes.
(4)Jason T.
Great space and friendly staff. Wine list is impressive, and by-the-glass offerings is respectable. Would like to see more b-t-g choices. Not a fan of the "all you can eat" tapas. Too many high starch/potato plates to fill you up before the meat dishes come out.
(2)Valerie S.
This restaurant is amazing. We had a great meal while on vacation from Chicago. The service is excellent. We loved being able to eat outdoors (not often possible in the north). We would definitely come back if we are in town again.
(5)Dan S.
Read previous reviews about this place. Had a reservation, went in and was sat right way. Staff on the way to our table was very friendly getting us as we walked. Service was really good with everyone we encountered. Food was excellent. Felt like a really good value. Valet parking was easy. Go try this place i out !
(4)You Can Sit With Us B.
Open since October of 2011, this trendy restaurant located in Inman Park offers customers a taste of Spain. I spent several days in the real Barcelona, Spain last summer eating paella and drinking sangria like it was going out of style and I have to say - Barcelona Atlanta comes pretty close to the real deal. We sat in their tapas lounge inside but they also offer al fresco dining on their wrap-around patio. The interior held a warm industrial ambiance with plenty of wood and urban accents - fits right in with the contemporary Inman Park. I immediately flocked to the traditional dishes I enjoyed last summer but the four of us ordered enough to feed an army and I didn't taste anything I didn't love. They had a pretty extensive wine menu and the waiters were happy to help us navigate. I opted for the sangria and was not disappointed! We were practically lusting over the entire menu so we ordered way more than we could handle. I will say these are true tapas - definitely not enough for a meal unless you order a few. My favorites included Patatas Bravas - potatoes in a spicy tomato sauce drizzled with garlic aioli and Gambas al Ajillo - shrimp sautéed in garlic, sherry, and hot pepper. You simply can't go to a restaurant named Barcelona without ordering paella, am I right?! Emily and I split an order of the Mariscos Paella and this was the stuff dreams are made of. It was a traditional seafood paella with prawns, squid, mussels and clams. To say this dish was big enough for two would be the understatement of the century. I believe it was big enough for the entire Kardashian fam - Scott, Kanye, and baby North included. Amazing. Read the full review here: sitwithusblog.com/barcel… Want to see more restaurant reviews and things to do around Atlanta? Check out Atlanta lifestyle blog, You Can Sit With Us at sitwithusblog.com for more!
(5)Svetlana O.
Wonderful date night restaurant for wine and a small plate. The first time I went was during the winter season, and surprisingly could sit comfortably outside under their heaters and complimentary blanket. Very cute. Hope to go check it out during these warmer months.
(5)Jason S.
What can I say, typical Atlanta... Great atmosphere and terrible food. The hanger steak was acceptable, the mussels were anemic and the calamari was oddly cut and blah. The draught selection was full of terrible local beers like even Todd and 420. It's sad when you can travel up Highland and find better beer, portions and food at Noche. The location and build out I'd the only attraction here.
(1)Alex M.
We ate at Barcelona on Saturday. I had had lunch there several times, and had very good experiences, but this was the first time I was there for dinner. The food was fantastic, as always, but the service was such a complete and total failure that I am not sure I will go back. I want to say that there was 'something very wrong' with the front of house that night- it can't always be so bad, or the restaurant would not still be open. Again, though, the food is outstanding. ** (I've added another star based on the general manager's response to my comments. I hope to have a much better experience next time we visit.)
(3)James K.
Exquisite Tapas, marvelous atmosphere, first-class service, and competitively priced. I highly recommend for couples, small group of friends, and casual first-dates. The Inman Park location is also a nice plus.
(4)Rocio H.
I am finally writing a review for Barcelona even though I have not visited the establishment in over 4 months. I have been hesitant to write a review because I am completely biased of this place. My brother has worked here for over a year and at first I didn't want to believe the ATL would have great tapas. However, every time I have been to Barcelona the service has been great. The quality of the food is undeniably tasty . According to my family... the seafood, meat, and wine selections are top quality. (I don't eat seafood/meat or drink) My entire family loves this place and it's a nice place to bring tourist. As a veggie eater I appreciate this place a lot because the veggie plates are always flavorful.
(5)D D.
Wine and Tapas place in Inman Park. Great patio with open air seating inside dring nice weather. Sunday's offer 1/2 off bottles of wine and less of a crowd so always fun. The usually have a DJ spinning some electronica but unfortch they go on late on Sunday's and that's a school night for me! Most of the veggie tapas are good (charred broccoli and garlicky spinach and garbanzo beans), empanadas as well. I take all my friends from out of town here and they absolutely love it!
(5)Carla M.
The place is beautiful and comfortable. Parking can be tricky since theres construction on site. Service by the waiters- Good can be better. Perhaps asking are we celebrating anything special tonite? Food- Meh the only good tapa was the hanger steak... dessert selection very blend nothing interesting. Ordered the crepas and came out cold. You can go to another restaurant not worth my money. Cocktails- bourbon one cant remember the name It was my surprise birthday dinner, my boyfriend had mentioned to hostess. I guess it was never communicated to the waiters. Need to work on communication and food. Not sure If Ill be back... on to the next one
(2)Felicia B.
I think most people come here for the environment; the outdoor patio holds a certain trendy appeal. Came here on a Sunday evening and the place was packed. There is a great selection of tapas and wine which is a winning combination. We had the hummus, roasted eggplant, calamari, brussel sprouts, ceviche and a few other items. Everything was tasty but the calamari was a bit too fried in my opinion. Our server was in la-la land for a little while but the manager personally came over to the table to check on us which was really great. I can not remember the managers name but he was a stylish and gregarious fellow who will ensure your satisfaction.
(4)VA High R.
Fantastic place. From the staff to the food, it is one of our favorite places in Atlanta. To be fair, I am a huge fan of the tapas format. If you don't like one thing, you can always order another without breaking the bank. Our favorite waiter ever worked here and I recommend you let your server know about what you like and ask for recommendations. They have never steered us wrong. Specialty cocktails are very well constructed. While it is not cheap, it is very reasonably priced and a fantastic value.
(5)Chris N.
This is in my new "at work" neighborhood that I stay in when traveling in Atlanta and I had walked by several times wanting to try, but knew it would be best for a group for the first time. Glad I waited! We showed up on a Wednesday night around 7 and there was already a good crowd. It was a nice night and an outside table would've required a longer wait so inside it is. The manager introduced himself, very professional and quite impressed with all the staff there. We shared the chef's choice Tapas (6 random plates, and every one of them was good! Ranged from a beets with goat cheese to slices of steak). The paella for three was more than enough to feed all five of us with food left over. Excellent Rioja selection (I've become quite the snob after a few visits to Spain this year) and the churro's dipped with chocolate sauce was a great way to finish the night! Five of us, plus drinks and we escaped for under $250 (including tax & tip) which considering the bottles of wine, I think was an excellent value. Can't wait to go back!
(4)Jordan S.
I've had a variety of experiences at Barcelona, but the last couple times are why there are 2 stars, (added a star for decent experiences previously). Great space- absolutely beautiful- and even better for people watching. The best. I've enjoyed tapas and the great wine and drink selection as well, and found the service extremely friendly and helpful. The deciding experience was related to a bartender and management- as a relevant aside, I actually had a friend who worked there before moving, and he thoroughly enjoyed being there. Per usual, we started at the bar with drinks while we waited for a friend to arrive. Chatted a bit with the bartender, said we were waiting on a friend and would be drinking here first. We get the drinks- took a while, I'll add, but it gets busy there, so no big deal. Perhaps he misunderstood what we were doing, but gave us the bill, which we shrugged and paid, but didn't tip on the bill, as we were staying right in front of him and intended to tip in cash. He collects it, looks, and immediately starts visibly acting upset, throwing hands up, shaking head and acting altogether exasperated. Then our friend, who works there and is meeting us, walks in, as all this is still going on. Another bartender comes over to us to chat as the other has apparently passive-aggressively given up on us, and we finish up at the bar- leaving appropriate tips for both bartenders. At this point, we decided to choose another location to continue the evening, and as we were leaving, one of the managers approached our friend, who I remind you worked there, pulled him aside, and asked him if his friends had tipped because so and so bartender was having a fit about it. The guy may have misunderstood our actions, but his response is still entirely unprofessional and inappropriate, especially for a establishment with the reputation of Barcelona. What makes it worse, in my opinion, is the apparent validation the guy receives from management when he throws a tantrum. The fact that behavior is considered appropriate by management tells me there is a bigger problem going on inside than childishness, so we won't be back! Still a great menu and beautiful place, so enjoy!
(2)Lauren M.
Every time I come, I have a great experience. It's not only great tapas, but amazing service. Servers are observant and pay attention-so much so that one overheard my sister say it was "not the best birthday" (we don't like to tell servers it's a birthday night) but our waitress brought out a complimentary bottle of champagne and said, "You could use something to make your birthday a little happier!" She did this without us telling her it was my sisters birthday, she just did it because that's how awesome servers are at Barcelona. On the negative, it can get crowded, however the servers never let that affect their quality of service. To sum it up, you need to go on a friday, saturday or sunday and take fiends from out of town here! (Make reservations on weekend nights)
(5)Jonathan R.
Great place. I was in Atlanta for work this week and was told that I had to try Barcelona. It totally lived up to the hype. Super busy even on a Tuesday night - I definitely recommend making a reservation. I'm not a big wine guy, but the selection was fantastic. The food was also better than any Tapas restaurant I've ever been to. Steak and shrimp were out of this world. The service was great. I was with a regular which likely helped, but was extremely impressed at the quality of service. Overall, I couldn't have asked for a better experience. I found out that there is a Barcelona restaurant in DC and cannot wait to go!
(5)Greg B.
Great food, friendly staff. Sangria was delicious. Fun outdoor seating area. Valet parking. Not great for kids as it gets pretty crowded on weekends but great for adults.
(4)Victoria J.
New Favorite spot! Everything was absolutely fabulous and my birthday celebration ended up being phenomenal. Impeccable customer service from all of the staff. I made a reservation for a party of 10, however upon my arrival i found out that someone had wrote down party of 2. Brad immediately said don't worry about it and he would take care of it, and that he did. We ended up with a table outside and bottle of champagne to toast the birthday girl. Thank you Barcelona Wine Bar!
(5)Nina K.
Barcelona is a great place to take a date or go with friends. There are lots of delicious dishes to share and definitely something for any palette: There were lovely meatless dishes (I recommend the cabbage dish, shishito peppers and chickpea salad) as well as excellent hanger steak or the light chorizo dish. I've eaten here twice and everything I've tried has been great. The staff really know their wines as well. I would definitely recommend this place. On a weekend, be prepared to wait.
(5)Stefanie W.
I went last night and I never write these but I have to because it was such an amazing night I cannot believe how awesome our waiter was! I I had checked on yelp before I went here and saw that most of the restaurants in the area had high reviews so I figured it was going to be good but I couldn't believe how awesome it really was. Let's start with the fact that it was really busy even though it was about 1030 ish and most of the other establishments were closed right next-door. There was not a host around so i wasnt sure if it was seat yourself or not but a guy came up and I think was a manager and said that we might find a seat at the bar. The bartender was super friendly and gave us the menu then my friend said to me really loud "I am broke!" So FUCKING EMBARRASSING. this place looks super fancy and all the bartender was so down-to-earth and just laughed and started casually talking to us. Later somebody brought a plate that we didn't order.I was really confused but the bartender gave us two free plates of tapas I couldn't believe it! He was awesome and he only charged me for one of the things I ordered and didn't even charge for my soda. I'm not sure if he's allowed to do that but I totally know that the place got more service because of it I'm totally coming back! Wardrobe-Me and my friend were both in jeans and sandals and thought that maybe we were under dressed but it seemed like a good mix of customers between business types that just got off work and very casual.
(5)Heather H.
The food was good, but that's where it ends. This was my first experience here and probably my last. It was a friends birthday so a group of us (13 or so) decided to make reservations. The GOOD: Everything started out fine our table was great and our server seemed to know what he was doing, he recommended the party menu for $35 a person. It was a great deal, the server picks an array of tapas and just brings it out. He did a very good job at timing the food so that there was always something on the table, and made very good selections for us. They gave a free bottle of champagne. The BAD: It took forever to get drinks! Were are a boozy group and we were celebrating, but it was so slow that several of us were only able to get one drink each! (big loss in sales on their part). Then comes the check. Food was on one check, drinks on another. No biggie we are all service industry people so we just through in our cards and cash thinking it shouldn't be that hard since everyone was being charged the same amount, but realizing it might still take a minute. We waited patiently, but after about 25 or more minutes we got impatient and were all ready to leave to continue our celebrating since we were not able to there and had already been there for almost 3 hours. The REALLY BAD: One of my dining companions cards gets declined. He is shocked and calls his bank to see what is going on. Apparently they ran his card so many times and for such a high amount that the bank thought it was fraud and froze his card which he was unable to use for the rest of the night. I got suspicion and checked my own account and to my dismay had been charged three times $270 then $70 and then finally the correct amount of $35 the same that happened to my friend. Granted the charges were reversed by the restaurant, but the way banks work you still have them listed as pending and the money is held in your account. I do realize that mistakes happen, but that was big mistake! They should have made us aware of this before we left instead of having to find out the hard way especially for my friend whose card had been frozen!!
(2)Taylor A.
Spanish people would pronounce this place "Barthelona", which I will find hilarious forever. Anyways... I have a few friends that are obsessed with coming here on Fridays for happy hour and with good reason. If you're a dressy professional that likes a beautiful and educated crowd along with great drinks and service, you'll love become obsessed with Barcelona too. The bartenders are friendly and will know your name after just a few times coming here. You won't have to fight to the bar to get drinks most of the time. They'll spot you out and hook you up. I did eat here one time and we ordered half the menu. You'll be happy with the food you get. It's not simply a place with a great bar scene. Their food is legit too. It's the kind of place you'll wish was across the street from there you live.
(4)D E.
I am writing this review from the restaurant. I am completely in awe by the absolutely wonderful service that we are receiving. This is customer service at its best. Thank you!
(4)Gail G.
Did wine tasting here with a group of four last night and it was one of the best restaurant experiences I've ever had. Katie is a wealth of knowledge both on food and wine plus she has a great personality. The food was incredible as it always is with this restaurant. The service was great and attentive and the wine was all paired perfectly. I wish I could do this on a monthly basis. Truly a fantastic experience and dinner. This restaurant is not to be skipped.
(5)Nisha G.
Finally got a chance to dine at Barcelona this week for a work meeting. We got there by 6pm and got seated outside because the weather was just perfect and Inman Park always provides great people watching! Being familiar with tapas style, we began ordering immediately, starting off with a charcuterie that was so delicious! The manchego and jamon were exceptional! We also enjoyed a variety of cocktails. I personally loved the spicy dahlia drink (can't remember exact name), but the jalapeno tequila was refreshing and had a great kick. One of my guests ordered pig ears, which he made all of us try and we all felt like we were chewing on unsalted fritos, so definitely stay away from that, but all the other tapas from empanadas, albondigas, hangar steak, croquettes, gambas and the patatas were excellent. We decided to order dessert for the table and had the crepes, churros and chocolate hazelnut cake and hands down the churros one. The chocolate sauce had some heat and it was a perfect balance with the sugary cinnamon taste of the churros. Overall we had a great time and the ambience was perfect. I will be back!
(5)Andrew A.
This place is unreal. Not only is there a great ambiance, but the food and drinks are incredible. Harold, our server, recommended everything from the hot dahlia cocktail to the whole redfish which were both perfect. Definitely going to be a regular spot for us from here on out.
(5)Karen P.
We stopped for a drink on Saturday afternoon and enjoyed it so much that we showed up again for brunch on Sunday afternoon. Both times that we visited, we had excellent service. The first time, we decided to get a bottle of wine from the extensive Spanish wine list. We narrowed it down to Rioja tempranillo and the bartended offered to let us try all 4 that were on the menu in order to decide which one we would like - great idea! We picked one, a crianza, which was great ... and the price was reasonable! We arrived for brunch at noon on Sunday - 30 minutes before alcohol can be served in Atlanta (what's up with that?!). I had the burger while the other folks stuck to breakfast fare. The burger was excellent - big, juicy and tasty. Fries were good but not as crispy as I would have liked. I can't wait for the Barcelona in DC to open (planned for October)! We met a number of the folks that will be opening the DC restaurant including the new manager.
(4)Molly M.
I adore the atmosphere! This used to be my all time favorite, but the food quality consistency had taken a nose dive. The wine list is excellent. Choices are limited if you avoid pork.
(3)Danielle C.
Why not 5 stars? The only reason I am to giving this experience 3 stars is because of the reservation process. I made a reservation for 14 people... no problem! I show up on a Monday night (half of bottle night which I did not know about) 10 mins early. I was told by the host that I could not be seated until my entire party of there. I was not told this in my original reservation call but I said okay, I will wait. The bar was full so I waited outside; about 30 mins later, 2/3 of my party had arrived; I go back in to let the host know that the other 2 people are on their way but it was hot so we wondering if we could be seated; he rudely told me that the reservation was only held for 10 mins after the time and that they were now breaking up our table and that the whole party had to be present. Well, in true Atlanta fashion, they got stuck behind a wreck on 285... so we waited... and waited. Patrons passed us and joked how they had finished their meal and we were still waiting. No one came outside to check on us, I had to keep going in and asking if we could be seated; I finally got another host who then decided to put us in for a table; The place is now packed and we have to wait once again.. we heard excuses from they are cleaning the table now to we are waiting on a party to vacate a table big enough for us. We were seated after WAITING for 2 HOURS with no apology from the host (who seemed like the shift manager). We would have left but nowhere else was open on a Monday night at 9:25pm in the area. The redeeming quality? I told our waitress what had happened and within 10 minutes, we had 5 appetizers on the table for our wait. That being said, for large groups they offer an $35 menu where each person pays 35 and you get unlimited tapas from the menu. EVERYTHING was AH-MAZING. The food and service from our waitress was so amazing I would go back. Just next time I wish I would have been told of this reservation policy and the host could have been kinder and maybe even apologized.
(3)K L J.
Wife Jackie and friends Vitali and Paula and I enjoyed a great evening here. Kind of loud, but after a settling-in period, it was easy to communicate, and the boisterous bistro atmosphere added to the enjoyment. Service was great, with the staff effortlessly and apparently happily backstopping each other the entire time we were there. And my theory about tapas (spending more generally means adding interesting taste "notes") was clearly validated here. Albondigas - OK, have had better, but very competent. Lamb chops - excellent, but pricey. Kale - who knew kale could be crispy, delicate and this wonderful? Get this. Chorizo with figs - O M G, one of the stars. GET THIS. Hanger steak - good, but I didn't find it as wonderful as other posters. Beef tongue - excellent, paired with green beans. This will make you puzzle about why Americans don't eat beef tongue all the time. Broccoli - good, but skimpy for the dollar spent. Quail - Teeny, expensive, but GET THIS. Lightly smoky, tender, perfectly done, with absolutely amazing spices. WOW. Chocolate Indulgence dessert - nah. Save yourself for Dairy Queen. Lots of good food, lots of fun, lots of yakking, lots of everything. Oh - a little hard to figure out where the restaurant is. I didn't see the word "Barcelona" anywhere on the street except for in the small valet parking sign. Valet parking is free, suggest a $3 - 5 tip. Nice, apparently conscientious people working the lot. Go there. With friends. (Make reservations early, even a couple of days early!)
(4)Julie C.
Remarkably great service for as busy as they are--and the food is all HOT and very tasty. We found that everything needed a little salt--but that was okay. The big loaf of french bread was almost too hot to handle. The Red sangria with small green apple nuggets was just right--not too sweet or laden with mushy berries. We foolishly ordered the meat plate at the end--my suggestion is to START with this if you have hungry men with you and then get order more tapas. We had the cabbage, zucchini, jamon & cheese, fried green tomatoes (only thing we ordered that lacked depth and flavor), hanger steak (with a delish sauce that had a hint of truffle oil in it), corn off the cob, potato gratin (so so on flavor--I'd add bacon or top with cilantro or green onions to liven up that dish), and oysters. It was a lot of food for five diners, but we enjoyed every bite and will be heating up items from the meat plate for lunch!
(5)Abhi K.
We did the 6 tapas for $48 deal. Our server was really nice and let us pretty much pick the tapas we wanted, even though it was supposed to be chef's choice. We picked the lamb chops and the hangar steak (the two expensive items on the menu...not by accident!). Between those two, I actually recommend the hangar steak far more than the lamb chops. Not that the lamb chops were bad, they just weren't worth the list price of $14. We also had the chicken croquettes (GREAT), chorizo and figs (GREAT), mushrooms and goat cheese (OK, not spectacular), and grilled broccoli (probably included to balance out all of the more expensive items on our list). It happened to be a Sunday, which is half-price wine. Everything was very good. We spent about $30-$40/pp (can't remember exactly), but I think for the amount of food and a bottle of wine, it was totally worth it. Also, it is worth nothing that all the servers who came by our table were very attentive with water, taking our orders, bring a bowl of water for the dog, making conversation, etc. It was a great experience.
(4)Adrienne B.
This place took me back to our honeymoon! I really liked their plates and the options they had. A lot of them were very much like the "real thing". I will say their Cava is the bet in town. I hate that we're moving to Charlotte because I will miss this place.
(5)Rick F.
I struggled with giving 5 stars! Usually when I visit a chain restaurant it loses a star right off the bat! I had to revaluate my system, great time with great friends, great atmosphere, great service, great decor, great wine. Overall one of my better more entertaining restaurants in ATL. I've been twice so here goes the review! Sunday-half price bottles of wine, awesome! Pig roast ordered by the person 1, 2,3 etc.... Seafood Paella was excellent! Oxtail, flank steak, shrimp, ceviche, pumpkin and ham and cheese croquettes all amazing! Thursday-Seafood Paella, flank steak, cauliflower, brussel sprouts, ceviche. The manager was great brought over as selection of Spain's famous jamon, salumi's on the house, martini's, Rioja, and Sangria. It doesn't get any better than this!
(5)R B.
Great selection of tapas. I had dessert, crepas. Delicious! Vibrant crowd. Courteous staff. Late hours. Our server was Jeff. Excellent!
(4)Joanne B.
Absolutely always on! The best place to hit Atlanta, I would anticipate one day off after the dozen times I have gone but never! It gets a five and if you haven't been go go go!
(5)Pratik S.
We went to Barcelona to celebrate a friend's birthday with a group of 8 people. The restaurant looks amazing on the inside and out. There is a fire place on the outdoor patio and the bar is very nice. I am normally not a fan of "trendy / see and be seen" types of places...but I really liked the atmosphere here. They offer complementary tapas while you wait for your table, which was great since we had to wait for over an hour past our reservation time to be seated. They seemed really busy and the hostess apologized several times for out wait. The manager immediately came to our table as soon as we were seated to apologize and offer complementary drinks for the wait. He also offered a set price dinner of $25 that included an unlimited amount of their most popular tapas, and for $35 it would include cured meats and cheeses. This was great as the menu is pretty big and we didn't have to decide what we wanted. We also told him we had a vegetarian in the group and they said they would bring out plenty of options for her. I can't remember everything that was brought to the table, but there was not one item I disliked. I do remember liking the chorizo and figs, empanadas, meatballs in tomato sauce, hanger steak, Brussels sprouts, and the chickpea puree. The service was great and they kept bringing out more and more food...although I think this was to compensate for the long wait we had. I normally not a huge fan of tapas restaurants as I don't get enough to eat and think the portion sizes are too small, but this was not the case at all. We also tried several of the wines the waiter recommended and they were great. I really liked Barcelona and can't wait to come back, although I will probably come back on a weeknight to avoid the crowds. I would have given 4 stars but we did have to wait for over an hour past our reservation for our table and service at the bar was very slow.
(3)Steve L.
Service, 6 stars Food, 5 stars Atmosphere, 5 stars Filled with beautiful people, 5 stars If you're like me, and ALWAYS have food envy, tapas is the way to go. Sharing is caring in my book. Barcelona makes it very easy to have a great time. What set this experience apart for me was the service. We had two waiters, tag teaming the outside section. Help, a refill, or a passing joke, were never more then a minute away, The food was above average, but the service took the meal to a whole new level. We tried bunch of tapas and meats/cheeses. The standouts were definitely the Honey glazed cabbage, the garlic shrimp, and the steak (flank?) tapas. The food came out as it was ready, so I got to focus all of my attention on one dish at a time. The Paeila looked amazing as well, but that will have to be saved for the next trip.
(5)Delaine R.
I love this place. They screwed up the timing of our orders where 3 of us got our food in the first course and one didn't have anything. He made an off hand comment about not getting any food yet- not mad, but just a comment. The manager came over and comped all of our food (4 people who are eaters) and brought out 4 more tapas for us on the house. I understand people make mistakes and they apologized and over delivered to make up for it. This place is awesome.
(5)Matt B.
This tapas bar/restaurant is definitely a cool place to bring a date or a group of friends. It's got a nice layout and décor and the staff is friendly, even taking drink orders and offering free tapas samples last night to those waiting outside in the cold for a table. It's popular so if you plan to go on a weekend evening, make reservations. They feature a wide variety of tapas and an extensive wine/drinks menu. I went with a large party so we tried quite a few different dishes. Some of our favorites were the patatas gravas (spicy potatos very similar to those served at Eclipse di Luna), the chicken empanadas, the chorizo with sweet and sour figs, the ham and cheese croquetas, and the roasted garlic bulbs. Less impressive was the hanger steak and the beef empanadas. Also, if any of you are caipirnha fans like me, they make a pretty good one. For the uninitiated, it's a Brazilian cocktail made with sugar cane rum, sugar, and lime served with plenty of ice. They're very sweet and pack a decent punch. Next time you're around Inman Park, give this place a try.
(4)Jenny L.
(Problem #1-Parking) Our work people happened to be in Decatur area and someone told us to visit here for great food. Parking was a headache. Everyone seemed to be parking on the street so i circled around the block 4 times and saw no valet sign on the main street for the restaurant. So i thought that there was no valet service and that they had no parking lot. Finally gave up and pulled into a street on the side of the restaurant and there it was, the valet stand! I wasn't sure if valet was complimentary because the valet stand just indicated "valet" for Barcelona. There was no telling if there were any charges for valet or if it was complimentary. But I wasn't about to circle the block 5 more times so i gave my car to the valet. This would be problematic for first timers like myself in an area that I wasn't familiar with. (Problem #2-Seating) I went here with 5 other very hungry co-workers on a Saturday night. I didn't think there would a table for us immediately and expected to wait. To my amazement, they sat us right away at a tiny round table right next to the kitchen and server's area. Not ideal for a big party. I would have preferred to wait a little to get seated at a bigger table so that we weren't sitting elbow to elbow and having our purses knocked around by anyone and everyone going in and out of the kitchen. If the host would have asked us if we prefer a bigger seating area with a little bit of wait, I think all of us would have gladly waited around. (Problem #3-Untrained server) For drinks, our table ordered a couple of beers, sweet tea, glass of wine, jack & coke, and buttery nipple. Server brought us unsweet tea, severely cracked beer glass that no one noticed but no flaws escape my eyes. We asked for another glass and they gave us another free beer on the house. Too bad a fly decided to take a bath in the new beer glass. What a waste of 2 beers. Server did not seem to even know what buttery nipple was but she took the order without asking any questions. Guess what? I never got my buttery nipple. Server completely forgot and I wasn't going to remind her. She brought us unsweet tea. I couldn't get a hold of the server for the next 20 minutes as she had gone missing in action at other tables. I just grabbed the food runner and asked him to bring some sweetener. I got tired of stirring sugar into each glass so i dumped 5 packs of Splenda into the carafe and stirred it with a butter knife. How stupid did i look? Simply because the server accidentally brought us unsweet tea. And this is just with our drink orders. (Problem #4-Food) We ordered about 8 tapas dishes and 2 orders of paella. $38 for 2 orders of paella....too pricey for my taste buds but who cares? It was going to be on company's dime so why not? I am not a fan of paella because it reminds me of a wet seafood fried rice but i know what a good paella is supposed to taste like. This paella had plenty of seafood on top but when i dug into it to serve it to people, the rice underneath was crisp and stuck on the pan. Great, instead of a wet seafood fried rice, we got a crispy overcooked seafood fried rice. No one at the table was impressed. I ordered a few vegetable tapas plates and was not impressed. Brussel sprouts were burnt black and swimming in oil (kinda defeats the purpose of ordering a vegetable dish for health), spinach and chick peas had a cheap miso paste taste to it that i did not care for, and potato dish was just sitting on top of mayo and ketchup with cayenne pepper sprinkled on top. How creative? Mushroom & goat cheese had not much of a taste, skirt steak was just about the only thing that actually had somewhat of a flavor but it was rather dry and overcooked. Perhaps the kitchen chef likes to let dishes sit for too long over fire and throws in basic ingredients just for the sake of color. Out of 8 dishes, you would expect at least a few to taste good. Every dish was a fail. Manager emailed me after reading my review and asked us to come back to dine on the house. At least the manager is doing a great job monitoring online reviews and i was pleasantly surprised. Oh wait, there was one tasty thing! The churro with chocolate dipping sauce for dessert. If I'm ever in the mood for a homemade churro and i happened to be in Inman Park (probably never), then maybe a future visit is in the stars. But if you like to sip on 50% off wine while sitting next to a giant outdoor fireplace with someone you are meeting for the first time, this may be a great place for you. After all, many people frequent places for ambiance and atmosphere.
(1)Ceaira W.
The restaurant had an awesome ambiance and the decor was appropriate for the theme that they were going for. The only complaint that I had was the kitchen was a wee bit slow, but the service was spectacular!! I would recommend anyone going and trying the mimosa or the white sangria! Delish!!
(4)Liz K.
First off, AMAZING atmosphere! The ambiance and vibes of this restaurant truly made my experience there much more pleasant. It was a bit chilly outside but we decided to dine outdoors anyway... covered with blankets, surrounded by heatlamps, and being seated next to the fireplace helped me not shiver to death. After a few rounds of sangria I was warmed up. Ordered tons of food! All were a decent portion to share with my other 3 friends. Spinach & chickpea casserole was amazinggg, as well all the other dishes we ordered: ham & cheese croquetas (can't ever go wrong with those), grilled hanger steak (cooked medium/well), Albondigas, chorizo, homemade chicken empandas, calamari, and topped it all off with a huge pan of paella at the end. My server forgot a couple orders (1 potato & 1 beef empanada) but graciously took off the other order of emapandas we had earlier. We were stuffed by the end of the night! Definitely looking forward to my next visit here.
(4)Lucy W.
Where ya going ? Barcelona! (lyric from a song from the Sondheim musical Company) Returned here for a proper dinner on the dining room side of the restaurant, which is slightly quieter than the more bustling bar side of the restaurant. they still have wonderful service despite having a very busy bar and full dining room since opening in October. Tried the paella (for 2, with our table of 4, was plenty & we're healthy eaters), along with a few protein-heavy tapas. I almost licked the plate holding the pork cheeks with Mahon grits....swoon, but sadly it was a special and not a regular item on the menu. The paella was the star of the show...giant pan of generous portions, lots of clams and mussels, though only slightly seared and crunchy- traditionally the rice at the bottom of the pan forms a bit more of a crust but I'm being nitpicky here...it was very flavorful and delicious. Also a highlight of the meal was the bucket of warm sugared churros, accompanied with chili chocolate dipping sauce....heavenly.
(5)Laurie H.
We went to Barcelona on Friday night around 6:30, we had no reservations. We sat in the bar and ordered a couple of the tapas: trout and salmon. The presentation was ok, not what I expected for the price. The piece of trout was TINY, but tasted good. The salmon was pretty good, but again quite small. I know it's tapas, but geez come on. So, we decided to order paella for two. I did not like it, I've eaten paella in Spain. I'm not an expert on paella, but I just think it was too much rice and not enough of the mussels, clams and shrimp. It was "shrimp" paella. There were two shimp (heads on like in Spain) that looked huge. One was bad (mushy inside and tasted funky). There more baby calamari's than anything, which I don't like either. I would not order this again. I'm not sure why I didn't complain about it, but the servers were so nice, I couldn't do it. I'm giving it four stars mostly because of the service and the restaurant design. Tapas were pricey and you're still hungry.
(4)Andrew F.
All I can say is wow. A friend and I have been watching this space ever since the previous occupant closed it's doors. Finally, after years of waiting, Barcelona opened it's doors for a soft opening last night. Wait, did I say "soft opening"? Because you would have never guessed based on the absolutely flawless food and service we received. My guest and I sat at the bar and were taken care of by a great bartender named Frank. We sampled several of the small plates, but the menu is fairly extensive beyond tapas if that isn't your thing. Although we didn't order the calmari, the dish is worth noting because (as we learned after placing our orders) the octopus and squid is driven in fresh EVERY DAY and prepared in the kitchen. This place also bakes its own bread. The wine list is diverse and affordable and they make a white sangria that is absolutely out of this world and I don't even like sangria. The interior design is a huge improvement as the oval bar makes much better use of the space and wood and metal accents seem tasteful and modern while retaining a welcoming warmth. Definitely recommend this place. Do not pass it up. If they can keep up this level of quality, I see a five star rating as a likelihood when I update this review after my next visit.
(4)Niyeda S.
Ruined Valentine's Day. What's the point of a Reservation when you booked the whole city? Everyone has been waiting for over an hr WITH Reservations. You tell the hostess you're here only for them to put us on a NEW List and have the hostess say they will find us amongst the other 50 ppl waiting. Why would you over book by soon many? Ppl with reservations are waiting outside and is so crowded you've ruined the intimacy and dining experience with your partner. 9:30 reservation...hoping to eat before midnight
(2)Kelsi V.
Loved the outdoor fireplace (blanket included), great service, and good wine!
(4)Roger A.
Exactly what Inman Park needed, and what I've been looking for. from the moment we entered we loved it! Ambience was fun. Decor was authentic feeling but made more modern than traditional Spanish. The welcome was excellent. They were genius to create a wrap around patio given how popular patio dining is in Atlanta and Inman park, and they've created a lovely one. We sat in a perfect spot right on N. Highland with a perfect people watching view, but could still see the inside and hear the music. The music was eclectic and not too loud. They actually had Cake playing when we walked in. Our server, Diego, really knew the restaurant and menu, as he was from one of the Connecticut locations and quite expert. As for the wine, we chose a Rioja (one of my favs) with a great price and it was perfect, delicious! I am not a wine expert, but their list is long enough for any connoisseur. We chose 6 tapas including mostly vegetarian options (yes, authentic vegetarian friendly tapas). Mushrooms with goat cheese were a 10/10, Spanish tortilla (a.k.a. omelet), patatas bravas, roasted pumpkin, and citrus soaked olives. The roasted pumpkin was a great and unique idea, and well executed (I was skeptical of pumpkin tapas, but my wife loves pumpkin so we tried it). The patatas bravas were the best I'd ever had. Not so for my wife, she had one better once before, in Barcelona, Spain! The gambas (shrimp) were recommended by Diego, our server, and were as good as advertised. They accidentally brought us a second serving of patatas bravas, and when we pointed it out they left it anyway. Finally desert. I am part-Spanish (father's side) and even I recognize that the Spanish are not the best at deserts (there are a few good ones but it's not their forte), but we had a dulce de leche crepe that was ridiculously good. We spoke to the manager and told him how much we loved the place. We like a block away and plan to go back again and again. The only downside - the prices are not great. For two people we spent almost $100 (with tip), though we could have chosen more carefully and spent less. Also, we ordered them using a "combo" price that was meant for the heavier tapas; the vegetarian ones are much cheaper. This caused us to accidentally over-pay by $20 or so. That was really the only negative. We felt that we got what we payed for, a wonderful evening and fun and delicious dining experience. We were told that were going to start having some nights with dancing.... I can't wait. We'll be back.
(5)Anastasia T.
We went there Sat night for a brief dinner before a concert, so we did not have too much time (to taste this and that). We ordered 4 tapas plates and 2 drinks. The service was good and our server was very knowledgeable about the food and the wine, so I really appreciated that. And the atmosphere was very "with it" (which sounds obnoxious and it certainly can be)...anyway, it is sort of a cool place, but don't think that you are as a result cool for going or working there. The food was good albeit wayyyy over-priced. The only plate that deserved its price was the brandade...heavenly good (so good I am about to make it at home -following Tony Bourdain's recipe though). The rest (spinach+chickpeas, chicken empanadas, and the cauliflower) were average...nothing that would make me say in the end, wow that was 50 bucks well-spent. They weren't. (My wine which the server suggested was fabulous...but I think I already mentioned I appreciated the server). Maybe next time (with a wine list so rich and their Sunday afternoon whole pig menu there will be a next time), maybe next time I will be more impressed. Their regular plates did indeed seem promising. Plus I wan to see if their brandade will taste as good after I make it at home :)
(3)Carrie F.
Prepare to be surprised! We stopped here after checking out apartments in the area for brunch. From the exterior and some of the things I had heard about Barcelona, I really didn't think I would be a fan. However, the service at Barcelona is fantastic, as is the brunch. Although the menu is a bit limited, the choices offered did not disappoint. We both went with the ham and cheese omelets, but probably could've shared one, they were huge! The grits also left nothing to be desired. They were smooth and cheesy and awesome. The clientele was interesting, to say the least, from the more ecclectic, to the experienced Sunday Brunch-ers. This can be a bit awkward, as most of the tables are very close together (a la the actual Barcelona), so be ready to share your conversation and enjoy the conversation of those around you. Definitely worth checking out for brunch, I will definitely be back for dinner soon!
(4)Philip K.
Afraid to come back...I came here with a friend February 13th at around 7pm. We dropped a name and phone number so we could get in line. We checked out the bar area (room) to see if there were any seats or tables that we could take without waiting. Fortunately we found one, but unfortunately it was too loud (completely understandable) and decided to wait for them to call us. Since it was so crowded we decided to at the patio by the heaters to allow new customers to enter. We wait over an hour and notice people coming in after us without a reservation are seated before us. Looked at phone, no phone call or missed calls. As a result we walk in a stand with the crowd behind the reservation counter. After another 10 mins or so they realize that we have been there far too long and ask for our names. After looking at the reservation list and flipping back some pages, they realize they forgot us. They offered to take our wine order to remedy the situation, but they didn't even offer to take the order after handing back the menu. The hostess then says the next table will be ours, and she walks us to the nice patio area but once we get there, another party has occupied the table. Then we wait again for another 10 mins, and she walks us back into the bar area and offers us the same table we found on our own an hour and a half earlier. Heard the paellas were good...but didn't want to wait close to another hour in the room we had decided not be be in an hour earlier. The waiter was apologetic, but the host taking names on the list was less understanding. The whole experience was killed. Left extremely hungry and frustrated.
(1)Danya L.
What can I say about my home away from home. Love these folks and love the restaurant. This is the place you go to when you WANT everyone to know your name . Friendly, fun, and quite delicious. The bartenders are fantastic .. and very easy on the eyes- and the management staff is top notch. Sundays are now my favorite day of the week because of their half priced bottles of wine. It can get quite crazy on Fridays and Saturday nights -- so arrive early and /or make a reservation. If you can find a stool , the best place to sit is at the bar. I guarantee it will be a fantastic drink- great conversation, and like I said earlier , there is always a handsome/pretty face serving . The homemade bread is out of this world, and the menu changes regularly - but I have never been disappointed. AND DESSERT IS A MUST .. get the crepes- Heaven on a plate
(4)Camilo A.
This used to be one of my favorite spots to dine in Atlanta. I have been a chef for almost 12 years, so my expectations were always high and were always met. Except for this last visit, where i left somewhat saddened by the experience. My biggest disapointment was the change in the menu. I am all for changing menu items constantly, but this change was not what i expected. Being of Spanish ancestry (3rd generation) and growing up with Spanish dishes at home, seeing such a heavy Arab influence on the menu was kind of a punch in the gut. If any one knows anything of history, the moors had invaded Spain for over 500 years. So to me this felt like a mini re invasion. Seeing this change in the menu stabbed a that flaming pride of "Iberianism" that i so enjoyed from eating at Barcelona. I loved coming to this place for the tapas, since Spanish restaurants in this city are so scarce. I feel a sad sense of parting since i do feel compeled to return. I hope they decide to go back to Spanish food, because with a name like Barcelona, what else can one expect.
(2)Ande T.
In spite of myself and the fact that there are SOOOOOO many really good restaurants in Atlanta, I went back to Barcelona. On a Friday night nonetheless. Not of my own accord, it was a friend's birthday choice. Noise is still horrendous. And as if the conversation level in the restaurant wasn't high enough already, they were BLASTING clubby dance music. We were all hoarse after dinner. BUT, the food was much better this time. The did seem to ditch some of the less successful dishes on the menu, and the 2-server thing worked better, with one server VERY attentive to the Optimist vs. Pessimist line of our wine glasses. (if you don't get it, you may never.) All in all, a positive experience, so I'll up my rating. But, I'd prefer to sit outside and would suggest to any and all that they do the same.
(3)T. Murray -.
This is my happy place. Seriously. I have never had a bad experience here and I always leave with a big smile on my face. Always! The food is great and the bartenders and staff are the best. Shout out to Chelsea, Joe, Mike & Mike, Sheena, Sean & Grady! The hummus is some of the best in the city. Flank steak and the lobster risotto are also favs. I love the potatoes bravas and chorizo. Awesome selection of wines (half price bottles on Sunday). The drinks never disappoint and certain bartenders have made some unique concoctions for me. Been meaning to check it out for brunch but I'm more often in on Friday and Saturday nights. The design of the bar and the indoor/outdoor feel of the venue keep me coming back. Everyone I've brought here has loved it. I do prefer to go during the earlier hours as snagging a seat at the bar is easier. It can get crowded, but this has to be one of the best crowds in the VA Highlands area. Everyone is always friendly and nice. I've yet to visit Barcelona, Spain and will do some day, but for now Barcelona Atlanta is my escape.
(5)Pam L.
I can't say enough good things about this place. The food, service, and ambiance are exceptional. My husband and I went for our anniversary dinner last night and we were treated like royalty by the waitstaff and management. This is saying A LOT, considering we were dressed in ratty jeans and t-shirts. We weren't playing the role of "A-Lister", but they rolled out the red carpet anyway. Our server (Celeste) was sweet and friendly, while the management (Shaun - Director of Services & Luke - General Manager) all made it a point to check on us several times during the meal. They made real conversations with us and not just small talk. Genuinely cool guys. This place is a class act, yet hip and fun. I'll be making this my new "go-to" special ocassion spot and you should, too.
(5)Stan R.
Great place but they recycle their bread and olives if not eaten
(3)Jeff W.
La Grandeza! Just want to say that I had a small issue recently and the owner Sean P. overwhelmingly made up for it last night. What wonderful customer service! Thanks Sean!
(5)Serena B.
So I went back with my fiance twice after that initial experience. Wanting to show him this awesome little place in Inman Park. I was sorely disappointed. We walked in and the first thing the bartender said was "kitchen's closed, but you can order a drink." I didn't understand why the hell the kitchen was closed if they are still taking reservations online at the time. We ordered a negroni. It wasn't as good as the first time I've had it over there. I guess the it was just that bartender who apparently can't make decent negronis. The whole time she also was doing her check out, and kept stealing glances at us to see if we were going to pay the tab. We felt rushed. It wasn't pleasant. We decided to give this place another chance a week later, went in again. Way before closing time on their website. I called ahead to make sure they weren't closing the kitchen or anything and they told us to come on by. So we did. Moment we sat down, the server dropped off late night menus. I asked her why we were getting late night menus, she said the kitchen's closing. FYI. I live down the street, literally 2 minutes away from this place. I could've walked here. I called ahead to make sure we weren't getting late night menus. Alas, we were lied to. We walked out without ordering anything. My fiance questioned my previous good experience here, and so did I. Don't know if we will return again.
(2)Jonathan D.
I figure the most important thing to note about this place is the friendly staff. Every time I've visited, they've been more than cordial. Waiters at a place filled with bottles of wine and unfamiliar charcuterie offerings could easily be snooty, but these aren't. They really seem to want to encourage your good time. The food is solid. I had some very good meats and cheeses the last time I went, along with some good small plates. I wouldn't describe their dishes as sublime, but it does the trick. One of this place's biggest assets is the decor. The space feels very modern but still inviting, and I love places with wrap-around bars. The sum of all the above parts has helped attract a crowd every time I've been here.
(4)J L.
Barthelona, you are just too cool for me. I revert to acting like a shellshocked Kristen Wiig from the Lawrence Welk show whenever I arrive. Too much pressure and I start to foam at the mouth a bit. My friends love Barcelona. I'm convinced it is because of the awesome service. They roll into valet wearing sexy stares while I'm like "Huh, they have valet?..." After a few drinks and embarrassing activity.... "IS THAT BAD?" Truly not joking. Forever and without fail, Barcelona has solely become "Girls Night Out" at the bar, for me. While I would love to come here for dinner, I typically sit at the bar. Sunday nights are 1/2 off bottles of wine, not too terribly crowded, and is a great time to mingle... if you're a mingling type. The crowd is a bit "eh". A mixture of snobbery cougs and men that don't nearly stack up to the Suits at Ormsby's. Thus why I go with my boo-crew. All of the bartenders are sharply dressed in pressed white shirts and black pants, mimicking their striking white bar, which unsurprisingly turns into a catwalk for little dudes pouring drinks into your mouth. Think...Chris Kattan shaking his junk in your face. Getting it. Suddenly, it's Club Barthelona. Anything goes, including dubsteb. I'm being serious. I'm sure I looked real attractive having a bulb shined into my face "saying ahhhh" for god knows what tinkling angel nectar is being bobsledded down my throat. Then, "said" little dude turns around, and struts his cute butt on over to other unassuming ladies (and possibly gents). I recommend standing in a dark corner if you don't want it. Though the 'tenders are very helpful, the wine menu is a little over my head, because in my opinion I may as well be pinning the cork on the bottle. I'm just not savvy like that. When in doubt, they have an equally great beer list.
(4)Van H.
This is a great place to go out with friends for drinks. However, it is very loud inside so I would recommend the patio seating if possible, it's less crowded and more laid back. The tapas I've had there have been great, especially the steak and brussel sprouts. I also loved the Bourbon Spice Rack cocktail, I even made a note of the ingredients so I could try to make it myself! The service was very good, we had multiple people that came by to check on us as well as the manager. The only downside is the wait is usually very long even with a reservation since this seems to be the trendy spot at the moment.
(4)Holy Guacamole M.
Overall, the staff is missing "service" in their service. Upon arrival, we asked the hostess for a table; she brought us into the bar area right next to the DJ's table - we were moved into the actual dining area later. The server (tall, black, male) was friendly, but the other staff members weren't attentive, polished, or knowledgeable. They tried to clear our appetizers (without asking) when we weren't done. We ordered our cocktails from our server when he initially greeted us and it took 20mins. for the bar to prepare them; they weren't good enough for a twenty minute wait. The tapas are humorous... tapas are supposed to be small bites at a small price. Essentially, these are small bites with a big cost. I was warned by a Chef not to come here because the menu is very hit or miss and the portions are very small. Against my better judgement, I decided to try it out. I think everyone who says they had a good meal must have been wasted. Barcelonas has this "hangover" appeal to it. Its obvious that food (or service) is not the focus. If you really don't care what you put in your mouth, then this is the place for you!
(2)Ethan S.
Not the biggest fan of the name, but who cares when everything else rocked? On a Friday night this place is PACKED. Make a reservation way ahead of time because if not, you could be waiting for a loooong time. People seemed to be having a great time and the crowd was pretty young but sophisticated it seemed. The maitre'd was slammed but he was as accommodating as possible and managed to get us a table outside. Be warned, it's very loud inside with the music and talking. The service was spot on and since it was cold they even gave us blankets! A little emasculating but hey, at least I was warm. The food was tapas style obviously. Not the most creative dishes on the menu by any means, but it was all very good. Not super authentic either but some dishes more than others. Either way, authentic or not, everything was great. They give you lots of awesome bread with even better olive oil... I still taste that olive oil. The squid ink paella was very similar to one I actually had in Barcelona, so that was a nice treat... and it's very big! Prices are pretty reasonable too... I guess they make up for that with the volume they do. Also valet is free, just tip.
(5)David M.
The food was delicious, and they treated us like royalty. We loved the spicy mussels and mushrooms with goat cheese. My wife loved the shrimp. The service was excellent. Then, we mentioned it was our anniversary, and they made us feel like royalty with a free champagne toast and more. I should also mention that we were surprised how large the portions were for tapas. Overall, excellent experience.
(5)Jide F.
I'd come back just for the wine list and atmosphere. The food was fine, but certainly not amazing. My family and I ordered a bottle of txacoli (Basque wine) and a variety of tapas and entrees. I really enjoyed the pulpo Gallego (Galician octopus) and the flouder (at least I think it was flounder) a la plancha. I was disappointed with the black paella because of the dollops of sour cream they threw on top. It would have been delicious without the sour cream. Service was excellent and our server was extremely polite and attentive. I wish I had remembered her name! Overall Barcelona has a really cool vibe and I'd come back to give their food another try.
(3)Taylor L.
This place is truely outstanding. The food, the service, everything is quite lovely. I have been several times and never have a been dissapointed. However, last time I went we had a reservation and it took forever for them to seat up, and then they ended up seating us outside and it was freezing. We were quite bumbed but when we were paying the bill the manager came up and COMPED OUT ENTIRE MEAL! the food is so yummy. The fried cabbage is delectable and unique. it has feta and a little bit of a honey drizzle which makes it so special. Also, for dessert the warm chocolate lava cake is fantastic. I could go in detail about everything here but I would just be repeating myself about how good the food was.
(5)Amanda G.
I'm in love with Spain, a second time. Make that a third time. Tapas restaurants have my heart at "small delicious portions." Food was really good - croquetas are creamy goodness. Veggies added a healthful bite to the fried cheese deliciousness. Chicken empanadas were just okay. Our waiter was a ball full of delight. Brought over the sommelier (or just the wine dude) and asked what I liked and recommended a bottle we might like. We tried it (I didn't like it but said yes anyway - that's my own catholic guilt) and ordered a bottle. Great outside patio, fire pit, and amazing bar inside. I feel like i'm back in Boston in Barcelona...not quite Spain, but another love. So glad I found you! Second note: The "wine dude" referenced above emailed me personally and explained I should never accept a bottle I don't like and apologized if I felt obliged to do so. Wow! What great customer service - legit. And to be fair, I was on a "friend date" and he is not a big a wine dude so I didn't want to seem like a wine snob in front of him. But Barcelona, thanks for being so responsive and amazing!
(4)Jenneffer P.
Great service and wine.Relax and Enjoy. The menu is nicely diverse and the wine menu is divine.
(5)Ned G.
Tldr: awesome service can't save expensive mediocre food. I feel like "I really want to like this place" is the yelp equivalent of "with all due respect" And I really want to like this place but after three tries its a no go. The good? Service had always been great, servers are prompt and friendly. Decor is interesting and allows a wide range of appropriate dress. Some of the cocktails are great, the hot dahlia being my personal favorite. The charcuterie was also pretty good, but not a lot of skill involved in slicing meat and plating it. The bad? The food has always been mediocre. My favorite part is the free bread and its been downhill from there. Examples up say? Scallop crudo that sounded like a great idea and then fell flat with way too many subtle flavors but nothing to pull it together and little texture to it. Warm goat cheese dish that ended up being rather meally and one note. The final straw being a "warm hazelnut chocolate indulgence" which was essentially a chocolate cupcake reheated in the microwave with a pretty bad ice cream on top that had hazelnut and coconut flakes and a strawberry drizzle, seemed like someone ended up trying too hard to add too many flavors and the cupcake was unawesome. Overall it strikes me as a place trying too hard to be "cool" and "creative", without much success in the basics.
(2)Stricky T.
Nice.....I have to try it twice.....my first visit was on a mild summer day, so we opted to sit outside. The chairs reminded me the old street cafes, metal, aged with peeled paint.......(be careful if you wearing expensive clothes). Anyway, I digress, we went for the paella but the wait was too long (45 minutes), we had a few tapas plates instead of waiting........I glanced at the menu and I saw they had fuet (the best dry cured sausage I ever tasted), we ordered that, the drunken goat cheese, patatas bravas, the beef empanadas which were so lush......and to top it off we also ordered the octopus.....remarkably different & flavourful .......next time paella......I hope it's worth the 45 minute wait..........
(4)Yasmin L.
Ive had the pleasure of eating at Barcelona twice- first time on a sunday night with a new found friend and we had a cheese plate along side some wine and a beet salad- both delicious- you can never go wrong with cheese! Second time was a Saturday night! WOW i had no idea how vibrant and busy this place was , filled with locals young and older! great atmosphere and great food! we had the fig and chorizo!!!!! and can i just say i went to heaven the minute it hit my palate we had to order another one! and off course our favorite beet salad and cheeses along side some perfeectly made drinks! we sat at the bar and ate there! service was amazing and it felt good to sit at a bar and have the bartender actually pay atention to you! Ladies and gents this is not only great foodand great service! it is also a great place to meet new people and chat it up! Stay beautiful Atlanta!
(5)Tabitha N.
I have been meaning to try this place for a while now, and today finally checked it out. We went in the afternoon looking for a fun crowd and atmosphere, it was a little fancier than we were looking for, but pretty empty. The wait staff were all very nice and accommodating. The food to me and my boyfriend were not very great. The beef empanadas were very simple and did not taste like anything special. We also got deviled eggs, which I liked but my boyfriend thought they tasted like yesterday's deviled eggs. The skirt steak was pretty good but I don't really have to have it again. The last thing we got was the bacon basket, which was supposed to be peppered and also pecan bacon, but all of it tasted the same and none of it was crispy or what we were looking for. Overall, I probably don't have to try this place again.
(2)Jennifer F.
Wow! I'm from Tampa and was in Atlanta on business. We had a big party (12) with reservations. We were seated right away and we ate so much of everything. The vegetarian options were fantastic (spinach chickpea dish, omg) the meats were incredible per the meat eaters. The vegetarian paella was excellent. The service was superb. The wine was fantastic. The place gets loud and very very busy. We were there on a week night (Wednesday) the place was packed by 7pm at the latest. People were waiting and the bar area was full. This place just didn't stop. Per the servers it's always like this. I can believe it. The food was great. The service was great. Recommend getting reservations any day/time.
(5)Arbi D.
Very nice place to bring a date. A little noisy but that's fine given the great food and the very friendly staff. We came around 10:05 PM on a Sunday, while the kitchen was closing and they accepted to get a very good Paella and a few Tapas ready for us. We really appreciated that. Barcelone is one of my favourite spots in ATL for Dinner, not that romantic place but does the job very well. Thanks
(4)Josh G.
This is a long review, but read it before you make reservations. I need to start with a little info about myself, so you know I'm not just being picky. I was a waiter and a barista for 4+ years. I've worked in food service, and I know how difficult it can be. My wife and I live inside the perimeter and frequent the Atlanta restaurant scene. Our expectations for service are VERY reasonable, and we're quite forgiving. All that said, the service at Barcelona, from the POV of a reasonable person, was deplorable. Our group ordered 16 plates of tapas. After 7 of them came, we were assumed to be done. The plates were cleared and the server suspiciously questioned us about the other dishes...no apologies. 4 more plates came out only after being individually requested. Again, dishes cleared, the server was unapologetic, nearly to the point of implying that we were lying about the other plates. In the meantime, two of us were re-upping with different beers, having started with Spaten Oktoberfest. We EACH received the wrong beer TWICE, to total four wrong beers that we sent back. When I calmly tried to work the server through our requests, he literally rolled his eyes at me like a 12 year old, behaving as if the mistakes were clearly ours. The whole ordeal lasted literally 2.5 hours as we were ignored by our two different servers. When we got our bills, the beers that we returned were listed for payment. It's like eating at Just Brakes. We're already there to spend a load of money. We are fit, well-dressed, patient, kind, jovial, well-read, college-educated, middle-class people eating in a highly reviewed restaurant and spending over $50 per person. We were treated like criminals at worst and inconveniences at best. This restaurant has fantastic food. The Chirizo & Figs, Crepes, Empanadas, Steak Dishes, Crispy Pork, Mushrooms w/ Goat Cheese, Patatas Bravas, all magnificent. It's such a pity the service was so terrible. I would actively dissuade my friends and family from eating here. You know the pretentious restaurants that treat their patrons so badly in the movies? This and Bluepointe in Buckhead are the only dining experiences I've had that actually rival that fiction. We always tip generously. The service was so bad that I tipped only 17%. People make mistakes, I realize. It was the attitude with which the problems were addressed that has permanently turned me from this place.
(1)Jenessa C.
Great steak tapas & Bloody Mary drinks! The place picked up in popularity around 12:30, once you could order drinks for a Sunday brunch. And the bread was incredible, warm, fresh, and grainy. Great atmosphere too. A great place to start a Sunday funday!
(4)Beth B.
I went on a Friday night for a friends birthday. We got there around 730, so before it got completely slammed. Everything was all good until we were ready to go (after everyone else in Atlanta decided to also come here) It took us about an hour to an hour and a half get our checks, pay them, and get our cards back. That killed it for me.
(1)Leslie W.
So, this place is super crowded on a Friday night, but I guess that's to be expected in the bustling metro Atlanta sub community of Inman Park... It was so crowded that they apparently did not plan on us actually keeping our reservation at 10pm. When we arrived, we were told it would be a 20 minute wait! As we were leaving however, the hostess came after us to say that a table had just opened up. Confused, but promptly seated, we began to peruse the menu. The server gave us a run down of the menu that one of my companions described as "flight attendant" style and pointed to the list of wines by the glass on the food menu. That was much easier than trying to decipher the extensive wine list. We ordered about 10 small plates for 4 people. House cured olives, roasted garlic, dinosaur kale salad, potato tortilla, crispy cabbage, pork belly and chorizo with figs were all really good. My glass of Argentinian Pinot Noir was incredible! I am definitely hunting down that bottle! Downers: Some plates were a little small for their price. I know pork belly is the new go-to fatty protein, but it's not worth it's weight in gold, so how bout throwing another piece on the plate for $11?! Seating was very uncomfortable on the "patio". Our four top was very cramped and the seats were hard and too small for my American butt to sit on comfortably. And it was very dark. I would go again and definitely try to hit up the half price wine bottles on Sunday because they do have an amazing selection.
(3)Jessica P.
Came here to celebrate a friends birthday, the place was packed but the service was impeccable the whole night. Food was absolutely delicious, loved everything but the chorizo with figs was probably the best. Very impressed!
(5)Aanal P.
I have now been to Barcelona three times. It definitely surpassed my expectations the first time I ate here. I expected "just another tapas joint." But, it is much much much more than that! Barcelona has amazing quality of food. It is on the expensive side, but if you want to try this place, go on a Sunday. 1/2 off bottle of wine and great tapas deals. Some of my favorites on the menu: Brussel Sprouts (yes, try it!), Chorizo and Fig (mmmmm), Paella (can feed a whole damn family and then some...), Wild Striped Bass Ceviche (fresh and minty!), Chicken Empanadas (heavenly!), Mushroom with goat cheese (savory)... Oh, and that bucket of warm bread with olive oil..(tip: add crushed black pepper and a bit of salt to the olive oil and then dip...you won't regret it!) Dessert: Churros Y Chocolate (what?? wow!) and Warm Chocolate Hazelnut Indulgence with Raspberry Sauce and Coconut Ice Cream (WHERE have you been my whole life??) MUST TRY! Service is excellent! Ambiance is nice and cozy.... and the wine is amazing! I will definitely go back...heck, I have already been three times! There is no stopping me now! 5 stars for the best tapas I have had so far in Atlanta!
(5)D W.
Great Tapas and a great vibe in Inman Park. Hanger steak and empanadas are awesome. $15 Don Julio margaritas were pretty good but pretty pricey. Make a reservation.
(4)Carl C.
I recently went to this restaurant for a birthday celebration. The overall ambiance and the food was great. The only thing to keep in mind is that this place is absolutely packed on Saturday nights. So unless you are looking for wait an hour before being seated, I would go there during non-peak hours.
(5)Robyn M.
Where do I begin? My husband and I wanted to celebrate our 21st wedding anniversary in an environment that reminded us of the FLAVOR we use to have when we were New Yorkers in Park Slope, BKLYN...pre-children and the Hum Drum life of the Metro ATL Suburbs. You know, back when every place we dined was ALL THE RAGE! We found that in Barcelona Atlanta. From the valet guy who parked our car in a special place cause he'd be gone b4 we returned, to the adorable roving bartender and friendly hostess, waiter and the Hunky Manager 'Shaun'...we (former Out-About- Towners) couldn't remember the last time we enjoyed a complete dining experience in Atlanta this much. Atmosphere: Hoppin with fly, hipster, eclectic types (I'm claiming Fly for me & Hubby). Artsy space had something for all tastes. The Food & Drink: Adorable bartender worked the densely packed floor (Details model on rollerblades) and got yummy cocktails to us quickly. Red Wine Sangria was strong & refreshing. Food: Shaun, Manager (Shout-out to Mrs Hunky...Bronx Native) started our celebration with complimentary champagne and Tapas. He chose 'em and we loved 'em! Flank Steak w/Truffles, Cheese (sheep) w/pistachio and an asparagus dish that I only got to smell...hubby inhaled it. Left there and laughed our A$$ off at Dad's Garage! Thanks for giving us directions Shaun!
(5)Gina M.
I had high hopes for my first experience at Barcelona, since it was highly recommended to me. I had made an 8:15 reservation for three people. When we arrived I had checked in at the hostess stand & she had let me know that they were running a little behind. 15 minutes have gone by, then 30, then 45 and we finally get seated. They had placed us in the overly crowded bar where there were literally people leaning on the backs of our chairs. Not only was it hard to talk, it felt like strangers had joined us for dinner. On the positive to these negatives, the manager had recognized that we have had a not so great start to our evening and had sent out a complimentary appetizer. The service was good, as well as the food and of course the wine. I would certainly give Barcelona another shot. My suggestion is to definitely make a reservation. Even though we had to wait an extra 45 minutes, walk-ins had to wait up to 90 minutes.
(3)Kendra C.
I love this place. They allow dogs on the outside patio which is awesome. Their food has officially spoiled me. I highly recommend the chorizo and figs! Even their salad was mouth watering. Who knew that simple ingredients can do wonderful things to your taste buds. The owner is extremely friendly. They have an impressive wine list. My friend and I ended up spending $50 each ( 4 drinks, 7 tapas), but it was worth it. I'll see them next pay check.
(5)Naima W.
I was here for brunch earlier today to celebrate a friend's birthday. We had reservations for a party of approximately 15. The staff accommodated the group very well and seated us quickly. The restaurant has a very modern and chic design and the servers are pretty friendly. I had heard great things about Barcelona and was very hopeful I would have an awesome experience. The restaurant is located in Inman Park and I love brunch in this area! Unfortunately, my experience today did not live up to my expectations. Our table was in close proximity to the main entrance and the door stays open all day. This presented a problem for most people at our table because even though we are in the first week of Spring, the weather today was very cold and rainy. The temperature was in the high 40's and the draft from the door made us uncomfortable and cold. We asked if it was possible to close the door but our server said they had to leave it open. I ordered hot tea to try to warm up a little and it took over 20 minutes for me to receive it. I asked about the status of my drink several times and was told that orders for hot tea are submitted when the meal order is sent to the kitchen. This is not a customer friendly practice because most people expect to receive their drink orders within a few minutes of making the request. When our server passed out menus to our table, we were told they did not have enough left for each person to have their own and we needed to share. I will admit the restaurant was pretty crowded but I felt like they should have had enough menus on hand to accommodate large tables. After looking over a friend's shoulder to review the menu, I decided to order the short ribs hash. While placing my order, I was told they had just run out of the entree I wanted so I had to look over a friend's shoulder again to make another selection. I was a little disappointed they didn't have what I originally wanted but I ordered the eggs benedict instead. I was impressed when the server offered to add shrimp to this dish after I stated I did not want the sausage it came with. It's too bad it was served cold! I was one of the first to order, so I imagine my food sat out in the open kitchen area while the other entrees were being prepared. At this point, I decided my entire dining experience was shot so I sent my meal back and decided not to order anything else. I don't remember hearing anyone talk about how wonderful their food was but I did hear a few other complaints. One person at the table had undercooked eggs and another felt like the potatoes were too spicy. I might be willing to try Barcelona Atlanta again but will only do so if I am with a small party of two to four people. I think serving large parties may be a bit of a challenge for them.
(2)Rob S.
Nice place, the food was good I had the 6 sampler dish. Sangria was Awsome. It's little overprice I had better for less...
(3)Gabriel C.
Pros- great wine list and Fantastic servers that know there stuff. Great look and vibe. Cons- very average food very average. Seems like a high turnaround of workers. Every time there is someone new. To me that just screams bad management And that just adds to my list of disappointment.
(1)Brian C.
The food was ok. Really enjoyed the patatas bravas. Great location and good wines. Can't believe how many people line up on weekend nights.
(3)John P.
Love this place:) First I just like the neighborhood. It's probably my favorite in Atlanta. Walk around, do some funky shopping, visit cool little hangs, etc, etc. Anyway. The place has a nice scene, little funky, upbeat, cool. Pretentious or not...I just like people watching. My last visit with the missus, we went for Sunday brunch. We had the Short Ribs Hash - great, a Bacon Basket with varied tasty bacon - seriously yummy, Eggs Benedict, house style and some of those Grits things you people like. Even my Bloody Mary was great. The waitstaff is friendly, polite and nice. For dessert, I had ordered an Ice Creme Sampler. When I asked the waiter what exactly that was, he said that I had a choice of 1 of the 3 flavors, I went for the chocolate. Then I got a plate with one scoop of ice creme - before I could say Rumpelstilskin - a waitress apologized, let me know you're supposed to get more than that - 3 scoops and then showed up with another bowlful. It was more that I could eat and I guess the first waiter was new, yet I really appreciate the proactive action- awesome. Are there any cons - I'm sure if I thought about it long enough I could create one but dang (now I'm sounding like ya'll) everything is so good and well done, who thinks of those things:) Go - eat - drink - people watch - repeat.
(5)Gillian R.
I ended up here on a Sunday evening, desperately trying to soak up the sunshine, extend the weekend, and procrastinate my inevitable dreaded Sunday evening chores of laundry and a quick stop at the grocery store. Bottles of wine were half price, so of course we couldn't pass that up! I don't remember what we got, but it was white and tasty. That I do remember! Tapas are fun cause it's all sharesies. As in, this makes a great date. They also bring you a big basket of bread with oil for dipping. We got balsamic as well, and let's be honest here--I think I probably ate my weight in bread. We had: -house cured olives: Um, how can you go wrong with olives? You can't, you just can't. Unless you don't like olives. In which case, you should probably not get this dish. -spinach chickpea casserole: Spinach, chickpeas, cumin. This was tasty, but not the best dish we had. I kept thinking that I could probably make it myself. -roasted garlic bulbs: Okay, I could make this myself, but I rarely do, so it was still something special. The garlic bulbs were perfectly roasted and smeared in the perfect consistency across my fluffy pieces of bread. We couldn't get enough of this! -marinated beet salad: Marinated beets, walnuts, blue cheese. This was seriously incredible. I wanted to believe that I could make this at home, but even when I bought the ingredients, it just wasn't the same. This was probably our number one choice of the evening. I'm pretty sure there were several times that we both stabbed at the same beet. -herbed goat cheese & mushrooms: This was one of our last dishes, at the point when I think I was already reaching maximum capacity. Maybe that's why it wasn't my favorite. I love herbs, I love goat cheese, I mostly love mushrooms. For me, though, this was just WAY too creamy. It probably would've been better in the first round of ordering. He also had something meaty, but I have zero memory of what it was because it didn't go in my tummy. Our waiter was attentive but not a hovercraft. He was really laid-back and made me laugh. The true star of this place is the restroom. Not only was it beautiful, in a cozy, understated sort of way, but there are TWO women's restrooms. Finally a place that understands that I don't want to spend half of my meal waiting in line to use the restroom! Thank you, Barcelona. I'm pretty certain I'll make my way back to Barcelona at some point.
(4)Lauren H.
We visited Barcelona for the first time last night for a drink with friends after dinner. The restaurant looks very cool from the outside - with the fireplace and outside seating. It was very crowded once we got inside however, which made it hard for our group (only 4 ppl). The bar area has almost no standing room, we kept getting pushed around back and forth as we were ordering a bottle of wine. The bartender was CRAZY slow at getting our order. We tried to sit down at a table in the bar area and were promptly told we could not sit there unless we were on the waiting list. They have almost no seating at the bar, and almost no standing room so it was an uncomfortable crowded situation. When we finished the bottle and were ready to leave, the bartender couldn't find our friend's card who ordered the wine. He accused him of actually having the card and then took another 10 minutes to find it. It was pretty ridiculous. I really wanted to go check out the fireplace, however we did not have a chance. We were ready to go and headed out without a stop outside. I don't think we'll be back again. The reviews our friends who have been there for dinner gave of the food weren't stellar. Pretty much that the food is overpriced for what it is. And that you can't get out of there for dinner for 2 under around $80-100. Oh well, I had higher hopes despite the meh reviews I read. Maybe they'll shape up and we'll be back. Otherwise we won't be back here agian.
(2)Maressa M.
Went here for the first time late on a Friday night. Someone immediately pointed out to me how eerily similar the patrons looked. Crew cuts? Light blue button downs? Creepy wandering eyes? Check on all three counts. If you're a young professional out on the prowl, this is the place to be. I suggest going on Sunday for 1/2 priced bottles of wine and a more relaxed crowd. Patio seating is also a must. The interior is beautifully designed, but nothing beats sitting outside on a beautiful day to enjoy your meal. Food that I have tried and found especially pleasing: herbed goat cheese and mushrooms, ham and cheese croquetas, and the dulce de leche crepes. Specialty drinks I wish I could have on a daily basis: caipirinha, floradora, and white wine sangria.
(4)Sarah N.
So excited to have another fun restaurant in Inman Park! If you are looking for a great glass of wine and fab tapas - this is your spot. That said, it's very loud and the bar area gets crowded most nights. Request a table in the restaurant side if you want to hear your dining mates. I've been a couple times with a vegan friend and they are pretty accommodating to adapt meals for her. Standard favorites include: chorizo with fig; potatas bravas and garlic bulbs. They also switch their menu daily based on season - if you see the pumpkin with honey or the brussels sprouts order them immediately!
(4)James D.
Excellent food! Had lunch here and was blown away by the great food and very nice decor. We tried to have dinner here but it was PACKED! At night, its more of a bar/party scene. Eating inside would be difficult if you like to carry a conversation. Highly recommend outdoor seating if you can get it. We had drinks outside and closed the place out, very good drinks and food.
(5)Katherine W.
Fun scene, but SUPER noisy inside! During their busier hours (actually... that appears to be most of the time), it's more of a scene to be in, rather than a place to focus on your company and conversation. If you're here on a date, try to sit outside. It seems mellower outside, as in, you don't have to scream to be heard. Plus, there's a lantern at each table, and a fireplace. Comprehensive wine list... a decent number available by the glass, but a lot more by the bottle. The food seems a little hit or miss, with some awesome, some meh. Definitely recommend the grilled hangar steak with black truffle sauce, and the chorizo with figs. The roasted sunchokes are not my thing -- nice tangy flavor, but a weird texture (sort of like a cross between broccoli and potato).
(3)Jillian O.
Came her for after dinner drinks and dessert - it was packed which is a good sign but we soon noticed it was packed as more of a bar/party joint than a quality wine and tapas bar would be. The selection of wine by the glass was very minimal. A kajillion wines by the bottle but by the glass? No. The desserts LOOKED good but didn't leave us wanting more. We didn't even finish them. Our drinks came AFTER our food...and there was a beligerant group of 6 next to us. I don't really have much else to say except this was kind of a sucky waste of money.
(1)Anita I.
Ever go to a place and think, I won't be back, I don't care if everyone loves it, I just will not come back here. Yep, this place fits that bill for me. EVERYONE loves it. And I think it's popularity is also its disadvantage. For one thing, the place is not designed to handle that many people. It's got a nice cosy New York bar decor, with the black and white pictures, no TVs and casual dining music. Then, you get here and it's bumper to bumper packed with people. There's no room to move let alone mingle. It's not designed for the crowd. So it just makes mingling uncomfortable. I know it's not their fault that they are the popular kid in town, but trust me with fewer people you'll start to enjoy the allure and coolness of the ambiance. With the crowd, you're just trying to order a drink and hopefully not spill it. Also, because of their popularity they've rested on their laurels. The bar staff is cocky to a T, only serving with charm the cute chicks and deep pocketed guests. Those of us that sadly do not fall into either category are just served after a long long time. The only bar staff worth it is Doug, if not for him I would have been a very thirsty gal. Very thirsty. Finally, the prices. I guess they can charge these exorbitant prices because...(1) they are popular and, (2) people would patronize them either way. I mean $9.50 for a side of asparagus comprised of only 7 asparagus, and then, the same cost for a half plate of calamari. Plus, all the good wines are priced above $10. I know my wine so trust me when I say this...Wine below that price is not worth drinking. Once again, appealing to the people with deep pockets. So, no I will not be back here unless, (a) I score a boyfriend with deep pockets, or (2) it stops being the toast of the town and starts working hard to retain customers, now they're just lazy.
(2)Eric A.
My experience at Barcelona was nothing but fantastic. My boyfriend and I showed up on Sunday for an early Valentines Day dinner. We must have beat the rush - because we were seated almost immediately. Our team of 2 servers were friendly, funny, and really knowledgeable about the menu. We got 2 tapas to start. The hangar steak and truffle oil was delicious and so tender I could cut it with my fork. The caldo verde was even better - perfectly seasoned! One of the few mistakes by the restaurant: I figured the tapas were meant to share, but the caldo verde only came with 1 spoon, so we had to alternate bites. For the 'main' course we decided to get the Sunday special, the pig roast. The roast came with a salad as a starter. This was probably the weakest part of the meal. The hearts of romaine were way too pig for the plate and were adorned with only a few tomato wedges and way too many olives. The plates were so small that even just trying to cut the romaine led to half the salad falling off the plate. But - really this salad was the only thing that missed the mark. Before the roast came out, our server came to show us a picture of the whole pig we'd be eating that day. The Roast was very tasty - with crispy pig skin covering the juicy meat part of the roast. It was a little fatty - but it definitely gave the meat a LOT of flavor. As sides, the pig came with a spinach/cheese mixture and sweet potato fries. Finally, to top off the meal - some of the best flan I've ever tasted. Overall a fantastic meal - with only the missing spoon and salad being less than perfect. The restaurant is nicely decorated - but if you're sitting along the wall bench - you might need to get cozy with your neighbors. I would definitely go back again.
(5)Nevin L.
Great tapas, especially the veggie options. Drinks were excellent, and service out of this world for a very busy place they still pay attention to their guests. Food was delicious and they kept the little plates coming. Great place if you like a festive, happening place.
(5)David B.
I came on a Saturday before reservations at Soto Soto in Inman Park. The bar area was slammed with a good crowd. It would be difficult to sit down and have dinner in the bar area. I came back Monday evening and was greeted by the two bartenders. The bar area was about 60% full. Meal 1. Salad with gem lettuce (looks like small romaine), tomato, onions, and a variety of pit-in olives, served with a simple vinagrette dressing--A+ 2. Tapa - grouper cheeks (tender 2 inch squared pieces X 4 ) with salsa verde (oil mixed with parsley and garlic) --B 3. Trout la plancha - Skin side up with white bean and tomato --A+ I also had two glasses of wine appx 11 per glass from Mendoza Argentina. With tip appx. 60-65 dollars. I was very pleased with my experience and will come back to this establishment.
(4)Megan S.
TASTE A TOUCH OF SPAIN at BARCELONA WINE BAR, ¡OLE! When in Spain, the best part of any day is when the sun retreats and people fill the streets casually promenading from one eatery or café to another all the while embracing each other's companionship. A touch of this lifestyle came to South Norwalk, Connecticut in 1995 in a small thirty seat wine bar when Sasa Mahr-Batuz and Andy Pforzheimer opened the first Barcelona Wine Bar. The demand for this slice of the good life had proven so successful that Barcelona Wine Bar expanded to other locations including Atlanta. Heading up the kitchen at the Inman Park location is Executive Chef Shane Devereaux whose unique hip cooking style brings an exciting flair to these time-honored Spanish and Latin classics. With the coming of Barcelona Wine Bar to Atlanta, a void was filled as the city now has a restaurant where both wine and food take center stage together as equals. The wine director for Barcelona Wine Bar is the vivacious Gretchen Thomas. For a thirty something, I am impressed on how Gretchen uses her wine knowledge to search out the best value to quality wines of which many are way under the radar for all to enjoy. The wine list is just short of an encyclopedia and is like a who's who of Iberian wines as well as a multitude of gems from South America and beyond. It is rare to find Jerez sherry on any list but to find the best of the best is stunning. Instead of a dry martini, try the bone dry Lustau's Palo Cortado "Peninsula" which offers great balance with rich almond aromas with prune eau de vie flavors that seem to linger forever and matches well with a serving of Boquerones, filets of anchovies marinated in garlic, parsley and olive oil. Another treasure is Alvear's "Carlos VII" Amontillado with its caramel nose and hazelnut, toffee flavors, which beckons a nibble or two from the outstanding Spanish cheese offerings- yum!!! Besides the extensive sherry offerings, Barcelona Wine Bar has assembled a fantastic wine by the glass program. If bubbles are the desire then treat it with a glass of Sumarroca Gran Reserva - the roasted chickpea puree or the marinated olives are nice matches for this creamy sparkler. To complement the Gambas al Ajillo, plump shrimp sautéed with roasted garlic and a splash of sherry, or the grilled scallops made with preserved lemons - Scallops a la Plancha - a glass of the Godello from the Valdeorras region is in order. This beauty is noted for its complex yet elegant citrus aromas and flavors with a slight balsamic-like tingle in the aftertaste, which adds a nice accent to these seafood offerings. The other unique white wine to consider is the San Clodio from Ribeiro with its nectar-like flavors and a peppery spark in the background making this blend of indigenous varietals one refreshing vino - try it with the Crispy Calamari that's served with a smoked pepper aioli, or the Salted Cod in a spicy tomato sauce, or the Pulpo Gallego - grilled octopus with pimentón picante and boiled fingerling potatoes - so many choices to be had but no matter what you choose it will be a winner. One of the rock stars in making Spanish wines is Alvaro Palacios and his organically farmed "La Montesa" Crianza from Rioja hits all the notes with its deep black fruit flavors. This ultra-balanced elegant wine needs foods of substance like the Chorizo with Sweet and Sour Figs in a balsamic-sherry glaze or the savory Albondigas - meatballs in a sassy tomato sauce. My personal find was the 2009 Acústic, from Acústic Celler made in the rugged Montsant region of Spain. Using traditional techniques, winemaker Albert Jane has created a wine that's loaded with character that's a thrill to sip and goes nicely with the grilled-to-perfection Lamp Chops, or the succulent Guajillo Chile Pork Ribs, or even some carvings from the renown black Iberian pig, Jamón Ibérico - this is as close to culinary nirvana as one can get - the best part is you don't have to spend a fortune to get there. When you think the treasure hunt for your OMG experience couldn't get any better, guess what, it does. The 100% Tannat dessert wine from Uruguay's Viñedo de los Vientos is simply nectar from the gods. Its honey-like texture with its aromas of wildflowers, Madagascan vanilla bean, and a touch of white chocolate makes this unique wine ecstasy in a glass. Either the freshly made Churros served with a warm dark chocolate sauce or the divine dulce de leche Crepas Salguero will surely seal the deal. We may not have embraced the style and grace of promenading here in ATL, but at least there is now a place to migrate with friends or soon to be friends and enjoy companionship while enjoying a slice of the good life - Barcelona Wine Bar style.
(4)Candace M.
I have been here during lunch and for dinner on a weekend. On the weekends, this place gets packed so either get your name on the list and find something to do for a while or get there early. The food is good there. Not the very best that I have had but pretty good. The cabbage is OK. I am a fan of cabbage and it is different how they cook it but it was a little too sweet and after a while I was tired of the taste of it. I really like that they walk around with samples while you wait for your table that was a major plus. I had a great time and overall the food was good.
(4)Nhuy W.
AWESOME! I have only been here a few times and every time it has been amazing. So the last time we were here, there was issues with the brussel sprouts. It took a long time for them to come out which was not a big deal at all. The manager came out and apologized and then gave us free dessert. We did not expect that but that shows you how much they care about their business. We will be back this weekend and definitely a must in Atlanta.
(5)Donald L.
I like barcelona. Great patio, love the small bites and the wine is always outstanding. It is one of those places that you want to bring people who are visiting from out of town. Because it is perfectly situated within walking distance of the beltline, it is a great opportunity for a short walk before dinner.
(4)Bryan S.
Impressive. The bar is excellent, very nice selection of Spanish wine and tapas. Our servers were very attentive and the food very good - wide selection of meats, cheeses, and seafoods. Pretty nice range of cocktails and decent sangria. Definitely a busy vibe, you'll need to make reservations before you go. Looking forward to summer when I can sit outside. Very good for groups. The group I was with, including our Spaniard, really enjoyed the meal and would definitely come back.
(4)Kathryn H.
I have to give them 5 stars. The cocktails here are amazing. I normally don't order specialty drinks because they are too sweet, but not at Barcelona. They are perfect!! The food is delicious. You can even close your eyes and point at something on the menu, and feel confident you'll enjoy every bite! To wrap it all up...the atmosphere is relaxed on one side of the restaurant and lively near the bar. No matter what mood you are in they have a spot to for you. At the end of the evening you'll return home and feel as though you've been on a fun adventure experiencing a different culture.
(5)Ewa K.
Can't get behind any place that doesn't honor reservations. This.is completely ridiculous. I don't care about anything else really. That's basic.
(1)Saurabh B.
I didn't know a place like this could exist in Inman park until I saw it with my very own eye. Douchebag central. Avoid at all costs.
(1)Jerald G.
Crispy cabbage, hanger steak, goat cheese & mushrooms were my favorites Also, red sangria. Service was great. Th alysa
(5)Nathan R.
Good food, staff could be friendlier.
(4)Bowen R.
I went to Barcelona on Tuesday night with two friends and we sat in the bar and had an amazing time. The restaurant was lively, but not overly crowded. The food was, as always, incredible. We had the chef's tasting menu (6 tapas for $48) and all the choices were great. The best part of the evening? Our servers. Joey & Casey were assigned to our table and they were AWESOME. They had great food & wine recommendations, they were funny, and they made our dinner so much fun. I will absolutely ask for them every time when I go back! I live in the neighborhood and this will definitely become a staple for me.
(5)Krista M.
I came here for my birthday this weekend and loved it! It wasn't the first time I had been, but it was the first time in a few months. It was just as packed as I remember. Definitely the place to see and be seen on a Friday or Saturday night. With the exception of one of my table mates not getting her food for about 10 minutes after everyone else, the service was good. It is a little on the pricey side. But it is a great place to spend a Sunday afternoon. They offer half priced bottles of wine. Pair it with a few tapas and it's incredibly affordable and delicious! Menu highlights: Mushrooms and Goat Cheese, Hangar Steak, Figs with Chorizo, and the Chickpea Puree.
(4)Todd G.
Went here for dinner the other night. I must say it was quite impressive all around from the decor/atmosphere (outdoor fireplace with a roaring fire, attention to details, candle light, mix of modern with hipster) to the food. I didn't try the tapas this time, but I had the Churrasco (grilled skirt steak with garlic spinach, sweet potato fries, and Chimichurri sauce). It was cooked to perfection (medium rare). I couldn't have asked for anything more. They had a great selection of unique and old fashion cocktails and a nice selection of bottled and draught beers. Overall, I had a great experience and will certainly return and bring more friends!
(5)T T.
Went to Barcelona with a large group of people--10--service was excellent. I loved the atmosphere and the decor and also the noise level was manageable, not crazy loud! We sat at the bar before we went to our table and the bartender was very friendly and accommodating. She let us try several wines before we settled on what we wanted to order. The food was good...not great, but definitely solid. We only had tapas..someone in our party ordered for the table. Good food items: hummus, mixture of wild mushrooms, vegetable paella Great food items: churros and chocolate for dessert, cauliflower, tuna tartare I would definitely go back again.
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