Tuesday, May 26, 2009

Where writers and politicians of the 20th century used to meet

Els Quatre Gats €€€ - B

Els Quatre Gats is with no doubt an emblematic and historic place in Catalunya. The most important writers and politicians of the 20th century used to discuss in this special, magic place with modernist decor. Every month an artist exhibits his work.
A not to miss stop for those interested in Modernist architecture and indeed the art of the period.
It is worthy just to stop for a drink. As a restaurant it is a little bit over priced.
Cuisine: Catalan, International, Market
Address: Carrer MontsiĆ³ 3
Hours: Monday-Sunday from 20.00-02.00 hr. Closed: 26th of December.
Phone: 93 317 40 33
Website: http://www.4gats.com/

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The Oldest restaurant in Barcelona ( since 1786 ) - Gothic quarter

Can Culleretes €€ - Restaurant in Barcelona - Gothic quarter

It is the oldest working restaurant in Barcelona and second oldest in Spain ( since 1786 ) Decorated with paintings from the beginning of the 20th century, it has different spacious dining rooms and offers a good menu with traditional Catalan dishes. Very traditional but it is worthy!
It's advisable to book in advance during weekends
Cuisine: Catalan
Address: C/Quintana 5
Hours: 13.30-16.00 hr and 21.00-23.00 hr. Closed: Sunday night
Phone: 93 317 30 22
Website: http://www.culleretes.com
Email: info@culleretes.com

Restaurant Les Quinze Nits in the Gothic Quarter, Barcelona

***Les Quinze Nits € - Restaurant with terrace

With a terrace and big windows, it is a spacious restaurant where people don't usually engage in after dinner conversation. Best prices in relation to the quality. They don't book in advance and there's always a long waiting line outside.
I would recommend this restaurant for lunch time (less people and even cheaper). It is definitely worthy to wait even more time and to get a table in the terrace. Great view over Plaza Real. There is a great holiday rental apartment 5 minutes away Bellafila 3A Apartment

Cuisine: Mediterranean, Catalan
Address: PlaƧa Reial 6
Hours: Monday to Sunday from 13-15:45 hr and from 20:30-23:30 hr. Closed: December 24 and 25.
Phone: 93 317 30 75

Website: Les Quinze Nits