01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Up a flight of stairs on the 2nd floor near Higashi-Mukojima Station, BARCELONA delivers unpretentious Spanish cooking grounded in thorough preparation. Guests gather in the relaxed dining room over wine, beer, and an extensive assortment of tapas, before finishing the meal around a pan of paella.
Paella anchors the menu with plenty of variety, including Barcelona style, mushroom, squid ink, and a special seafood selection. The rice absorbs the fragrance of olive oil alongside rich seafood stock. Beyond the generous portions for 2 served at dinner, lunchtime paella sets have also won a loyal following.
The small plates that precede the main course deserve equal attention alongside drinks. Staples such as jamón serrano, shrimp al ajillo, and garlic shrimp share the menu with tender cabbage rolls braised until they melt in the mouth. Warm mains range from roast beef and grilled Iberico pork to a Basque-style bouillabaisse.
Dessert brings its own highlights, particularly the Spanish-style fried bread, prized for its crisp exterior and custardy center reminiscent of French toast. Because the chef-owner handles both cooking and table service alone on certain days, booking dinner in advance ensures a leisurely, well-paced meal.
