Barcelona eats + drinks

Kat: Don't miss the patatas bravissimas, the croquetas de pescado y marisco, and the pan con tomate!

Kat: Fantastic restaurant on a really tiny street near Metro Jaume I, can order from la carta or via a multi-course menu

Kat: Great tapas - sit communally

Kat: The casual tapas version of Pla Restaurant a few blocks away

Kat: This is by the oh-so-acclaimed Ferran Adria. You have to make reservations 3 months in advance. I haven't yet gotten in. www.ticketsbar.es

Kat: It's an Argentina import, but the Cafe Havanna is divine.

Kat: Nearly 200-year-old absinthe bar. Whether you like the drink or not, you've got to check this place out.

Kat: great jazz music

Kat: Diviest bar, but awesome and cheap

Kat: How can a bar known for serving champagne be a dive bar? Trust me it is and it is amazing. Cava is plentiful

Kat: Here's one high-end cocktails option in Barcelona. on the 26th floor of the W Hotel. gorgeous views

Kat: Great bocadillos at the bar

Kat: Chain, but excellent gelato

Kat: Delicious pintxos (mini-tapas) from Pais Vasco. Drop in for just a snack

Kat: Nice restaurant in the Santa Caterina market

Kat: Seafood with sea views