Barcelona – Around Town – Port Vell, Barceloneta & Port Olímpic (part 2) – Bars & Beach Clubs, Restaurants & Tapas Bars

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Exploring the Port


Morning

Begin your port passeig (stroll) with a visit to the
Museu Marítim
, where you can see Barcelona’s status as one of the most active ports in the Mediterranean. From here, head towards the Monument a Colom, and stroll the Moll de la Fusta to admire the Pailebot Santa Eulàlia, which has been immaculately restored by the museum. Saunter down the
Rambla de Mar
, an undulating wooden drawbridge that leads to the glitzy Maremagnum mega-mall. At the start of the pier, embark on the Orsom Catamaran,
where you can grab a drink and snack and soak up the rays and the port
skyline, while sprawled out on a net just inches above the water. Back
on land, about 90 minutes later, stroll down the Moll d’Espanya and turn
towards the traditional fisherman’s quarter of Barceloneta,
an atmospheric pocket of narrow streets and timeworn bars. Get a real
taste of old-style Barcelona at the boisterous tapas bar, El Vaso de Oro (C/Balboa 6). Wedge yourself in at the bar and savour some tasty seafood morsels.

Afternoon

Revived, head to Pg Joan de
Borbó and make for the beach. Douse yourself in the Med, then siesta in
the afternoon sun. Pick yourself up with sangria at the beachside Salamanca Chiringuito (at the end of Pg Joan de Borbó), where you can bury your feet in the sand and watch the waves lap on the shore as the sun dips into the horizon.

Bars & Beach Clubs




  1. Club Catwalk

    One
    of the hottest clubs in town, this has two floors: one for the bar and
    chilling out, and the other for dancing to hip hop, R ‘n’ B, electronica
    and house.

    • Ramón Trías Fargas 2–4

    • Closed Mon–Wed

    • DA

    • Adm

  2. CDLC

    Right
    by the beach, with a terrace on which to relax, this is a restaurant
    that becomes a club after dinner. Guest DJs feature every week.

    • Passeig Marítim de la Barceloneta 32

  3. Bar Jai Ca

    The TV blares and kids race around in this relaxed neighbourhood favourite. Delicious tapas are on offer.

    • C/ Ginebra 13

    • 93 319 50 02

  4. Kennedy Irish Sailing Club

    When you tire of dance music, try this Irish bar with a popular terrace; live rock and pop bands every night.

    • Moll Mistral 26–27

    • Closed Mon

  5. Arola

    A
    luxurious, summer-only poolside bar at the plush Hotel Arts, the Arola
    has huge white beds covered with silk cushions, DJ sessions, and a range
    of perfectly mixed cocktails.

    • C/Marina 19–21

    • 93 483 80 90

  6. Le Kasbah

    With Arabic decoration, soft lights and house music, this bar in the Palau del Mar building provides a city oasis.

    • Placa de Pau Vila 1

    • Closed Mon

  7. Nova Mar Bella beach bars

    Head to one of the xiringuitos (beach bars) on Barcelona’s newest beach and enjoy the DJ sessions.

    • Platja Nova Mar Bella

  8. Sky Line Terrazza

    This rooftop bar overlooking Barcelona’s port offers the most spectacular sea views.

    • Hotel 54, Passeig Joan de Borbó 54

    • 93 225 00 54

  9. Shôko

    A Japanese restaurant during the day, this club by the beach provides all kinds of music in a great setting.

    • Passeig Marítim de la Barceloneta 36

    • Closed Mon–Tue

  10. Razzmatazz

    Concerts
    – from rock to jazz – feature several nights a week at this trendy
    club, which boasts five different spaces offering a range of musical
    styles, such as the Razz Club, Loli.ta and the Loft.

    • C/Almogàvers 122 (The Loft C/Pamplona 88)

    • Razz Club and Loft closed Sun–Thu




    Razzmatazz


Restaurants & Tapas Bars




  1. Set Portes

    Founded in 1836, this large institution serves some of the finest Catalan cuisine in the city, including
    paellas.

    • Pg Isabel II 14

    • 93 319 30 33

    • DA

  2. Agua

    The spacious terrace at this restaurant boasts views of the sea. Superb seafood and Mediterranean fare feature on the menu.

    • Pg Marítim 30

    • 93 225 12 72

    • DA

  3. Can Manel la Puda

    The oldest restaurant on this strip serves
    Catalan cuisine, specializing in catch-of-the-day dishes.

    • Pg Joan de Borbó 60–61

    • 93 221 50 13

    • Closed Mon

  4. Somorrostro

    This chic restaurant serves a daily changing menu prepared with fresh ingredients. Warm ambience and decor.

    • Sant Carles 11

    • 93 225 00 10

    • Closed lunch (except Sun), Tue, three weeks Jan

  5. Kaiku

    Decorated with fishing prints and nets, Kaiku is known for its tasty seafood, particularly the arros del xef (chef’s rice). Book early for a table on the terrace.

    • Plaça del Mar 1

    • 93 221 90 82

    • Closed eve, Mon

  6. Reial Club Marítim Restaurant

    The yacht club’s restaurant offers views of the harbour and a top-notch seafood menu.

    • Moll d’Espanya

    • 93 221 62 56

    • Closed Sun eve

  7. Can Ganassa

    An old-style, family-run tapas bar that has been serving fresh seafood tapas to locals for decades.

    • Pl de la Barceloneta 4–6

    • 93 225 75 86

  8. Merendero de la Mari

    Located in the grounds of the Palau del Mar building, this restaurant serves seafood and some of the best paellas in the area.

    • Plaça Pau Vila, 1

    • 93 221 31 41

  9. Suquet de l’Almirall

    This family-run gem serves excellent arroz de barca (rice in broth, with seafood) and suquet (seafood and potato stew).

    • Pg Joan de Borbó 63

    • 93 221 62 33

    • Closed Sun eve, Mon, three weeks Aug

    • DA

  10. Lluçanès

    Located
    in Barceloneta’s revamped municipal market, award-winning Lluçanès
    offers exquisite Catalan cuisine in contemporary surroundings.

    • Plaça de la Font

    • 93 224 25 25