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Another new addition to the burgeoning bar scene in Parlament (even if the address is Comte Borrell – it’s on the corner), Sucursal offers the expected tapas standards done well, alongside some more imaginative fare, and a focus on organic produce. With a good selection of wines by the glass and lovely big windows that are opened up on nice days it is one of Parlament’s better tapas bets.
Comte Borrell, 36
Okay, you’re in tourist-central down in Port Vell, but you may as well make the most of it. El Magatzem occupies a spot in the sun on the Barcelonetta side of the Museu d’Història de Catalunya, and is a pretty good place to sit in the sun and soak up the atmosphere.
The food’s actually pretty good too – which possibly makes it a stand-out in this area – but the location wins it here. Watch for busy days – service is excellent for the most part, but if the tables are full, it all becomes a bit haphazard.
Placa Pau Vila, 1
This place is hugely popular, and it’s easy to see why. Eat in the restaurant, at the bar, or al fresco on a nice day, but beware – it’s a tapas menu at the bar and outside, while the indoors dining area has the full menu.
The kitchen turns out an odd array of dishes – from Spanish standards to Thai noodles and sushi. Needless to say we stick with the Spanish.
The Catalan sausage with foie gras and Santa Pau beans is a standout on a menu that’s generally winners.
Avda Francesc Cambó, 16