Guidebook for Barcelona
Drinks & Nightlife
One of my regular places because of its sizeable portions, artesan beers, and fantastically layered nachos. La Cigale bar is set over two floors. The first is reminiscent of a Parisien cafe thanks to its cute round tables, lively atmosphere and curious decoration - such as vintage toy cars, religious icons and TV screening French animations. The upstairs is more spacious and filled with a delightful mix of heaving bookshelves, antique portraits, kitsch art, mis-matched furniture and sewing machines. La Cigale doesn't trade on its charisma alone however. https://www.facebook.com/lacigalebarcelona/
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La Cigale
50 Carrer de TorderaOne of my regular places because of its sizeable portions, artesan beers, and fantastically layered nachos. La Cigale bar is set over two floors. The first is reminiscent of a Parisien cafe thanks to its cute round tables, lively atmosphere and curious decoration - such as vintage toy cars, religious icons and TV screening French animations. The upstairs is more spacious and filled with a delightful mix of heaving bookshelves, antique portraits, kitsch art, mis-matched furniture and sewing machines. La Cigale doesn't trade on its charisma alone however. https://www.facebook.com/lacigalebarcelona/
Food Scene
As it is La Cigale's sister restaurant, this spot also has amazing nachos and a great beer selection. A smaller cozy venue, what it holds over La Cigale is a limited but quality brunch menu. Definitely a favorite spot with the locals.
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La Fourmi
58 Carrer de Milà i FontanalsAs it is La Cigale's sister restaurant, this spot also has amazing nachos and a great beer selection. A smaller cozy venue, what it holds over La Cigale is a limited but quality brunch menu. Definitely a favorite spot with the locals.
This restaurant is so popular it has two locations just blocks from each other. I have eaten thoroughly enjoyed both the meat and vegetarian dishes. With excellent food and huge portions for a decent price, its a great place to fill up after a long day walking around the city. http://www.restaurantesirio.es/
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UGARIT Plaça Joanic
69 Carrer de BruniquerThis restaurant is so popular it has two locations just blocks from each other. I have eaten thoroughly enjoyed both the meat and vegetarian dishes. With excellent food and huge portions for a decent price, its a great place to fill up after a long day walking around the city. http://www.restaurantesirio.es/
The gluten free version of its sister pizza shop around the corner, this place is perfect if you have an allergy or are just trying to stick to a healthier diet. They have salads, fresh juices and 100% gluten free pasta and pizzas. http://www.messiepizza.es/messie-sin-gluten/
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Messié Pizza Gluten Free Gràcia
15 Carrer de SiracusaThe gluten free version of its sister pizza shop around the corner, this place is perfect if you have an allergy or are just trying to stick to a healthier diet. They have salads, fresh juices and 100% gluten free pasta and pizzas. http://www.messiepizza.es/messie-sin-gluten/
There are a lot of great places to eat tapas in the city, but this one happens to be just a few minutes walk away and on one of the hippest streets. The pintxos (Basque-style self service tapas) are simple and a great deal for the low prices. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Gasterea/167705123268614
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Gasterea
39 Carrer de VerdiThere are a lot of great places to eat tapas in the city, but this one happens to be just a few minutes walk away and on one of the hippest streets. The pintxos (Basque-style self service tapas) are simple and a great deal for the low prices. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Gasterea/167705123268614
If you are looking for a special night out with a bit more upscale dining this place is perfect. With a comfortable rustic and funky interior you almost forget how fancy it is, until the artistically prepared meals are served...If you need help making reservations just let me know. http://migracia.es/
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Restaurante Mi Gracia
52 Carrer de l'EncarnacióIf you are looking for a special night out with a bit more upscale dining this place is perfect. With a comfortable rustic and funky interior you almost forget how fancy it is, until the artistically prepared meals are served...If you need help making reservations just let me know. http://migracia.es/
They have a terrible website, but they have a great menu with 100% Vegan fare. If you are vegan or vegetarian this is a great option for an easy lunch choice. http://vegetart.es/
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VegetArt Cuina Vegana TAKE AWAY
138 Carrer del Torrent de l'OllaThey have a terrible website, but they have a great menu with 100% Vegan fare. If you are vegan or vegetarian this is a great option for an easy lunch choice. http://vegetart.es/
Sightseeing
I will be honest, having seen the outside I had little to no interest in La Sagrada. If a friend of mine hadn't visited, I may not have seen the inside. WOW am I so glad I did. Its indescribable. Its best to buy tickets online rather than waiting forever in the lines outside. http://www.sagradafamilia.org/en/tickets/
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La Sagrada Cerveseria
16 Plaça Sagrada FamíliaI will be honest, having seen the outside I had little to no interest in La Sagrada. If a friend of mine hadn't visited, I may not have seen the inside. WOW am I so glad I did. Its indescribable. Its best to buy tickets online rather than waiting forever in the lines outside. http://www.sagradafamilia.org/en/tickets/
I have never personally entered la casa, but I marvel at its facade everytime I pass. The entry is a little pricey, but I have been told by friends it is worth it, especially if you are a Gaudi fan. I would suggest buying tickets online beforehand for this as well. http://www.sagradafamilia.org/en/tickets/
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Casa Batlló
43 Pg. de GràciaI have never personally entered la casa, but I marvel at its facade everytime I pass. The entry is a little pricey, but I have been told by friends it is worth it, especially if you are a Gaudi fan. I would suggest buying tickets online beforehand for this as well. http://www.sagradafamilia.org/en/tickets/
Another of Guadi's great work, this is one of the most iconic sites of the city. You can walk around it and see some of his work without paying the entry fee, but to get the full experience and great views you need to get a ticket. As with the rest of the Gaudi sites, its recommended you do this online before heading over. https://www.tiqets.com/en/checkout/park-gell-p973888
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Parque Güell
Another of Guadi's great work, this is one of the most iconic sites of the city. You can walk around it and see some of his work without paying the entry fee, but to get the full experience and great views you need to get a ticket. As with the rest of the Gaudi sites, its recommended you do this online before heading over. https://www.tiqets.com/en/checkout/park-gell-p973888