Bar Central Raval

Restaurant · el Raval

Bar Central Raval

Restaurant · el Raval

Carrer d'Elisabets, 6, Ciutat Vella, 08001 Barcelona, Spain

Highlights

Compact, relaxed establishment with a patio offering small plates, sandwiches & cold cuts.

Carrer d'Elisabets, 6, Ciutat Vella, 08001 Barcelona, Spain Get directions

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"Take a breath and step off the street and into this green oasis, the ultimate find in El Raval. A gravel-filled courtyard is shaded by ancient trees surrounding a water feature that looks like a large meteor covered in green moss, and the soundtrack is wood pigeons serenading each other under the trickling fountain. And that’s just one of the beguiling spaces here. After marveling at the ambience, grab a coffee and a bikini sandwich, a popular quick snack of ham and cheese on toasted, square white bread. They also do drinks in the evening." - Suzy Taher

Barcelona’s Best Restaurants in the Gothic Quarter, El Born, and El Raval - Eater

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Foodiman

Google

The place is awesome, very chill and the terrace is full of palm trees and greens, great spot to loosen up 😊 however the chairs could be a more comfortable one . 🥪 I tried the Cod fish sandwich (3rd picture). I liked their bread pretty much, which I believe is an important part of a sandwich, but the fish taste wasn't my favorite to be fair . 🗣️ It's a self service concept where you have to order at the cashier and the both times I visited it took long time to order

Natalia Witczyk

Google

My favourite hidden gem in Raval. The food is genuinely good, with the kimchi salad being my favourite. The drink selection is great and prices are reasonable. The atmosphere is unbeatable - it's like a quiet oasis between the loud surroundings. Honestly it's easy to forget it's so central. I can truly recommend it.

Pepper Onigiri

Google

Nice place to have some drinks. Full of trees, plants and sounds of birds it is a really lovely place to drink if you manage to find a table. We ordered drinks which were great, service was a bit slow but it seems to be the same everywhere in Barcelona. There are three toilets which weren't great, no toilet roll either which isn't ideal. Would still visit again in the future and would recommend a look if you are in the area as the birds just sound so beautiful!

Oliver Fiegel

Google

There's a few bad reviews but I loved it. It's usually not super crowded, has basically all you need for a refreshment after walking around and also a few drinks if you want to booze up. Also it's super green and quiet.

Becca Freeman

Google

The location of this place is EVERYTHING. I couldn't get enough, hence the pictures below. The wine was good, not amazing though. The pan de tomate was wonderful, as was the manchego. The olives were a bit salty for me. It's also right next to a bookstore which was so fun!

Alex Casablancas Jorgensen

Google

Such a special spot with a delightful outdoor terrace. I am from Barcelona but now live abroad and visited Bar Central on my last visit back home and loved it. The food was also extremely good based on simple fresh produce. Most definitely try their cod sandwich and tomato salad!

Gaia Cavallaro

Google

A secret oasis in the middle of Raval neighbourhood, with 2 patios and lot of plants and flowers to enjoy a coffee or a brunch. They take reservations and are very quick with the service. Only improvement area: they should add the cappuccino at the menu, not acceptable that as an alternative they offer you a flat white :(

Adam Saltan

Google

Very nice place in the center of the city. It’s very cozy, feeling like being at a friend’s patio. Friendly and helpful staff. I found the food options and desserts to be too expensive. Beverages and coffee are fine.