Barcelona Tapas

What a great little spot. The food is fantastic and I need your food. Everything that I ate was prepared personally, buying a chef and his sous chef. Both of them by themselves run this whole restaurant and honestly, it's one of the most impressive ways of feeling connected to your food experience. I tried the lamb. I tried the shrimp, garlic pasta, and a seafood paella. Every single little thing is great. I can't wait to see this restaurant grow more and more. The only downside was that I had to wait one hour and 15 minutes to receive the food to put the chef ahead. Let me know prior to you can tell you it is totally worth the week. I am so happy to be here.

A European experience. A long wait that may annoy Americans but is typical of Europe to allow for more conversation and a more casual dining experience. Once you start getting your order, the plates slowly come out two or so at a time. Each plate had different qualities and a completely different flavor profile so I will review them all separately.Service while European took some getting used to. The owner is the only waiter which causes some delays. It's probably for the best as it allows them time to create the meal for you, but I believe it is important to acknowledge this in a review. Olives were a 5/5, very soft and fleshy and delicious unlike other restaurants in the area. Nothing much more to say. Good olives.Patatas were a 5/5; they were pleasantly fried and had a nice alioli. Not traditional but still good. Desperately begged for a sprinkle of salt on top of them thoughCeviche was a 4/5, good flavor and texture on the shrimp and fish but were a bit too vinigary for my liking. The salad was the best part of it and was balanced perfectly.Mushrooms were a 5/5, they were just crimini mushrooms but the sauce was perfect for them. I ended up using the cracker that came with the jamón to soak it up. Jamón and chorizo were a 5/5, the sheep's cheese was delicious and you can never go wrong with meat and cheese. I preferred removing the cracker that came with them, though. Calamari steak was a 5/5 and my personal favorite. I've never had just tender and delicious squid. The owner prides himself on simple recipes and I'd have to say that this really showcased that. I could taste (and identify) nearly every flavor present in the dish just on one bite. The best part of the meal.The tortilla was my least favorite part and was a 1/5. I hate to say it, but I believe it was bad. It just tastes like a latke, but is not crispy and is very thick causing a bland and boring sensation. I finished my meal with an espresso with a pour of brandy. Espresso was strong and lovely and was a nice way to end the meal. I definitely recommend this restaurant if you love food and don't mind a wait, because it is definitely worth it.

I love this place and the jovial owner is usually there to greet and speak with you when he is not too busy. This is the BEST and most Spanish of all of the Tapas places in NOLA and since the owner is from Barcelona, Spain that probably helps. Chef Laurentino recently built a patio in the back that will be very nice to enjoy in the Fall.They have the most tender and amazing calamari I've ever had anywhere in the world and I've never had anything but great food here. It can be a bit more expensive than I would like to eat here alone but if you have a group (and this food is meant to be enjoyed with others) it becomes affordable. I've had many great times with small and large groups in here. The sangria pitchers keep the excitement going along with the exquisite use of garlic. I LOVE the garlic soup and want to just have an IV of it in me always.Currently they are cash only and they do have an ATM on site but you should probably make sure everyone in your party gets some smaller bills before you arrive to ensure you can more accurately pay your bill (especially if you are dividing it up between multiple diner. Good Food, Good Times & Good People!!!!

NEXT LEVEL. I usually don't do reviews. I've also been in the service industry for way too long. That said, I had an amazing experience here. A friend organized a seating for 20. We had late additions and the owner seamlessly accommodated. He even CALLED IN A FRIEND to help. Amazing. The food was top notch. The lamb was second to non. There are plenty of tourist traps in this city so if you're from out of town, skip those and come see the real New Orleans. Like I said, I don't do reviews but this was a no brainer. Bravo, Barcelona. I'll be back and so will friends from out of town.

I cannot recommend this place enough! The food is amazing. The Calamari was the best we've ever had. This is the best spot in the city!

A hidden gem! We were at the Maple Leaf for a show, way too early & hungry, and found this adorable tapas bar that was about an 8 min walk away. We were the only people there (at 6:30 on a Saturday) at first, which made us a bit nervous. But the food completely won us over! We shared six dishes - the potatos bravas and the grilled calamari were the two that stood out the most. Sangria was good but not very strong. Prices were great - a true bargain! And the chef/owner was delightful!

Wow!!!Arriving cost us an additional turn, to identify in an atypical facade -yellow house- being received and served by the builder of this wonderful culinary experience.Those who wish to discover the culture that comes from good Spanish food, properly adapted, will discover the spark, the genius, the magic of good food with character.This is a must visit for any culinary adventurers.

Delicious food and drinks(try the sangria), friendly service and a cozy and welcoming atmosphere!I saw people going for date night, girls night, and family gatherings. Recommend for all. Only bad thing is its cash only but they have an ATM on site.

One of the greatest hidden gems in our city. Chef Xavier is extremely gifted and is an even better person. We love coming here for date nights and family dinners. Everything is made to order and it is worth the wait. This is a great restaurant to take your time, enjoy sangria, good conversation and the hospitality of the staff.

Food was exquisite!! Customer service by the one and only OWNER, exceptional! The vibe was giving Europe I CANNOT say enough. Will not disappoint!