Barcelona Wine Bar

We recently visited a beautiful winery — such a peaceful and scenic place with a huge selection of wines to choose from. It’s the perfect spot to relax and enjoy nature with a glass of great wine. We also went to Barcelona Wine Bar — absolutely loved it! The atmosphere was cozy and vibrant, and the wine bar had an excellent selection. Definitely a great experience overall!

Nice wine bar and tapas restaurant in downtown Raleigh. Grabbed a seat at the bar and had such excellent service. The bartender was excellent. We ordered a nice Vinho, Verde wine and a few small plates. The food was excellent. One dish was better than the other. I can highly recommend the meatballs. One of the few places open past 10. Super chill vibe nice surroundings, located in the Dillon Hotel. Highly recommend.

Top Notch! Pre concert snack and beverage. Great vibe! Excellent small plates. We got 6 plates to share between 3 of us. That was perfect! Manager and staff were very nice! A+++

Great place to have lunch and dinner at, atmosphere is great no matter at the time of day. The patio seating makes the experience so much better. I’ve been a couple of times, the most recent being for brunch. Little note, the brunch menu is only slightly different from the dinner menu, which is neither a good or bad thing, but good to know. Me and my friend got a bunch of small plates to share, we really liked some of them and would go as far to say, disliked some of them. The potato bravas are excellent, so were the brussels sprouts and the chorizo fig dish. The carrots were not our favorite. The eggplant caponata was good and we disliked the ricotta gnocchi (it was quite greasy, mushy, not cohesive… but again tastes vary). Very accommodating, they let us move to a different table, even though the patio was pretty full. Make sure to have a reservation for weekend dinner.

Lovely tapas bar! We had a great Saturday evening with friends here. ☺️ I had a gorgeous G&T, with fresh rosemary and orange. My husband ordered this stunning bone marrow plate, which was INCREDIBLE. Our table was gifted a bottle of champagne, as we were celebrating a friend's engagement. So nice!🥰 Our waiter was fabulous- I have Celiac's (gluten free) and he took my menu to the kitchen and made notes on what they could modify and cook separately (cross contamination), etc. Food allergy friends, rejoice!!! It was quite busy for a Saturday night at 5:30p, and while I love the atmosphere, I felt like we were shouting at one another just to be heard. 😂 Definitely eat before/after! We shared plates and bottles with our table, and it was perfect, but we were (of course, tapas) still starving when we got home.

This place is phenomenal - atmosphere, service, quality, flavor; spot on, every single time👌🏼 We thoroughly enjoyed our brunch today.. we were greeted/seated by one of the managers, Jed, who I noticed throughout our visit, went out of his way to make sure the customers were taken care of. Our server, Adam, was attentive and made sure to check on us routinely and had great suggestions on what to try (we will ask for him again). Our favorite is their bone marrow with bacon and onion jam - a must-have every time; patatas bravas; croquetas; and bacon wrapped, goat cheese stuffed dates. Tapas is the way to go, so you can try multiple items without getting overally full, and everything on their menu pairs well together.

This place is the best. Never a bad experience, this is our favorite. The host, Ms. Taylor treated us like gold; Ms. Kalee and Ms. Rose were the dynamic duo!!! Always on time, always present, always with a smile. Of course, we missed our bestie Tarry!! See you guys soon!!

You should reserve this on Friday night for sure. Even with reservations we waited for 15 minutes, however they gave us free glass of cava for waiting, so can’t complain. If you have allergies, tell your waiter, they bring you updated menu with all food you can eat without risk. We highly appreciated it! Also, wine collection is very good here! And olive oil is amazing!!!

Great experience!! Came here for a date night with my husband for the first time. Easy to make reservations. Our server Nate was really attentive and helpful at explaining things. We got the Brussels sprouts, sweet potato r hummus, olives, and empanadas. We ordered the chicken plate and it was so delicious- all of our food was good. Nate recommended a great Red wine for us. The only drawback was the noise level in the restaurant. Very loud so hard to communicate with each other.

We went to Barcelona Wine Bar on Saturday with our infant (4 months) at 4pm. I believe this is when they open and we had a reservation; luckily the last one I found the night prior around that time! I'm a sucker for good wine, a lot of small yet delicious plates, and a fun yet chill atmosphere. We were seated right away; I had called prior to ensure we were getting a booth or at least a half booth. The gentleman I spoke to was kind and accommodating. We were able to fit baby girl's car seat next to me in the booth with my husband on the other side. She seemed to enjoy it and the fun lighting. I like that there is music and a fun vibe, but not obnoxiously loud. I had been to Barcelona before once or twice, and had a good experience. However, I'm pretty sure this was the best experience yet! We were greeted right away by our server who was great, truly. Knowledgeable, friendly, and accommodating. He went over a few wines and provided us with samples until we decided which we preferred. They have a great and extensive list. I much prefer a Napa or Sonoma Cabernet but it's not surprising they wouldn't have them at a Spanish wine bar. Either way, I enjoyed what I had. My favorite was a Malbec/Cabernet blend. On to the DELICIOUS food! My husband cannot eat dairy, and the fact that he was still able to enjoy so many delicious dishes was lovely. We enjoyed quite a few dishes: House-Marinated Olives, Patatas Bravas, Pork Belly, Bacon Wrapped Dates, Pan Seared Scallops, and the Lamb Chops. I am not the huge "order olives at a restaurant" type but I'm so glad we did. The last few spots we dined and they had them, we ordered them since my husband is a big fan. They were all great, and the plate at Barcelona did not disappoint. Olives can be amazing if marinated deliciously; these sure were! Our next dish was phenomenal; the Patatas Bravas. A very generous portion of roasted potatoes served with one of the best sauce combinations I've ever had: Salsa Brava and Garlic Aioli. It was a slightly (very slightly, I barely noticed the spice) spicy salsa like pasta sauce (if that makes any sense), and mixed with the Aioli, 10/10! Next we tried the bacon wrapped dates. Personally, I don't love dates but if you do, these are amazing and served with a whipped cheese situation (I think). Very flavorful! On to the scallops - so delicious, tender, and perfectly flavored and cooked! Our last two items - the Pork Belly with a red pepper jelly and the Lamb Chops with a Green Goddess Sauce. Besides the sauce on the Patatas Bravas, these were my two favorites. The red pepper jelly complimented the pork belly perfectly. The Lamb Chops were cooked and seasoned exceptionally, and the Green Goddess sauce really was the icing on the cake! I will absolutely be ordering these items on our next visit! I highly recommend the Barcelona Wine Bar for wine, dinner, or appetizers (or all of the above). The food is of high quality, flavorful, and delicious. The service was exceptional. I highly recommend making a reservation, especially if on a weekend! I can't wait to visit again soon!

**Fantastic Experience - 5 Stars** My husband and I had an amazing date night at Barcelona. The atmosphere is cozy and authentic, making you feel like you're in Spain. The tapas were delicious, especially the patatas bravas and the Bronzino .The place was packed so we ate at the bar our drinks were outstanding. Service was friendly and attentive. Highly recommend for a perfect night out!

Barcelona is my go to tapas bar and restaurant in Raleigh. It's a great place to go for a bite solo, or with a group. Be sure to get a reservation if you're going with a group on the weekend! I really enjoy the pulpo when it's available. This visit it was not, so I opted for scallops instead! They were cooked perfectly. Complemented them with grilled asparagus, which was delicious and cooked well (consistency on point), and the salty cod buñuelos. Also delicious, with a bit of tangy (tartar-like) sauce on the side. For dessert, I always turn to the olive oil cake! Solid. The bar staff at Barcelona is always super friendly and helpful and they're also a big reason I continue to come back!

Ordered a Paloma with Tapas; Patatas Bravas (Aka potatoes with sauce) & Gambas Al Ajillo. (Shrimp in butter garlic spicy oil). Good start! Everything came out steaming hot with an awesome presentation. Service at the bar is great. 3 bar tenders that are attentive and focused on the customers. The rest of staff seem to be on their game also. This place does not disappoint. Still one of my favorite places to hit when visiting Raleigh. Cheers!

I went with 6 friends and all loved the tapas. I especially enjoyed the bone marrow and pan con tomate, but all the bread served with the tapas was delicious. Our waitress was friendly, the service very efficient, and the place feels like a cozy Spanish bodega, quite nice. Definitely one of my top 5 favorite places to eat and drink in downtown Raleigh.

Been here twice, once at the bar and once seated in the dining area. They definitely cram a lot of seats in the space, so it feels crowded and you'll have to keep any inflammatory secrets out of the conversation. Service is efficient considering the crowds they're usually dealing with. The menu isn't exactly crammed with surprises; it's your expected tapas fare. I particularly liked the scallops with carrot puree, and they do a very creditable patatas bravas. The first time I had the chicken thigh, it was very good. The second time, it was much spicier but still tasty. I found the seats in the dining room pretty uncomfortable (flimsy wood affairs with no cushioning), so try for bar seats if you can.

My friends and I had a great dinner at Barcelona Wine Bar but this was definitely a restaurant for a special occasion considering how pricey everything was. Service was good and ambiance was lively! To drink, we got the white wine sangria which was sweet but really good. We started off with the Aperitivo Board which was a great sampler board with patatas bravas, eggplant and peppers caponata, various cheeses, and various charcuterie meats. I really liked the eggplant. We really liked the patatas bravas and ended up getting another order. We also got the broccolini, calamari, queso de trufa, beef short rib, and paella salvaje. Out of everything, I would not get the calamari again as it was really chewy and dry. Everything else was delicious. The beef short rib in particular was melt in your mouth, but such a tiny portion! For dessert, we got the chocolate cake, which was tasty, but the texture was actually a lot softer than we were expecting. It was kind of like a soft chocolate lava cake without the lava.

Live up to the hype and worth the money. 4.9stars My husband and I came around 540pm; it's was already packed to the rim! Luckily, the bar ilhas full service. Everything came out really quickly and Hot Hot Hot. Our bartender was also prompt. we could use a smile or two from him, but that's okay. Maybe he was tired but kind. The whole restaurant is very loud; great for small get-together. There are outside seatings, thus making summer dates a must! The food is fabulous. We tried a ton of small plates. Our favorites were the wagyu beef carpaccio, croquettes, mushrooms, potatoes, and lambchop. All must get items. I really could eat 3 plates of the wagyu! I would suggest folding the thin slice beef so all the onions and capers (and whatever else) do not fall out. The croquettes were super creamy, and the mixed mushrooms were light and perfect. Potatoes were so damn hot and cripsy! Scallops were light but kinda expensive for what they are. The husband had 2 jacks&coke. Our bill came out to be about $150 plus tips. I would definitely come back for another go! Cannot wait for their next menu changes to see what else is up their sleeves!

Okay this place is amazing! Seriously! Everything we had was absolutely delightful. TONS of options, great serving sizes, reasonable prices. It's located downtown Raleigh, parking is to be expected in this area. You may get lucky and snag a spot on the street or in a gravel lot, but if not there's the Dillon parking deck right next door (it's expensive but convenient). The outside is so cute and cozy, with tons of greenery and patio heaters. Probably even better in warmer weather. And the inside is rustic, refined, and everything a wine bar should be. It can get VERY tight in here due to crowds, and general lack of waiting area, but it's not a small place. The bar is actually pretty big. We made reservations about a month ago for a larger party. It turned out to be less than anticipated so I called to update and save them some trouble. I'm glad I did! They needed every seat they had. Our waiter was absolutely amazing (shoutout Darcy) and very kind and patient with us. His computer lost our order and he was probably frustrated but never showed it. Super nice guy. Due to the crowd, the food was a little slow to come out but not terribly. We ordered a ton of stuff and it came out a few at a time. One of our party's order got lost and they comped it for her. Totally understandable with the crowd! Here's what we ordered (everything was delicious, stars indicate a must try!) Drinks: Alebrijes *Bourbon Spice Rack (my favorite) White Sangria *Red Sangria Laird's Lane Virgin Marg Glass of Azul y Garranza (Tempranillo) Tapas: ****Jamon & Manchego Croquetas (MUST!! Order) *Chorizo with Sweet & Sour Figs *Patatas Bravas Broccolini *Braised Pork Ribs Mussels Charcuterie *Chocolate Cake Crepas Truthfully, I don't think you can go wrong with anything here. It's a must dining experience, and I cannot wait to go back!

Went with a friend. Enjoyed a sampling of tapas: sweet potato hummus, potatoes bravas, chocolate cake, and a pitcher of white sangria. The bread was incredible. Our server was attentive, the patio was beautiful, and the overall experience was enjoyable. The lady next to us had a variety of other dishes that looked incredible. Can't wait to return!

We had an array of dishes and all were delicious!! The service was ok, nothing to write home about but the food was delicious and I would go back again!

Been to 3 different locations of this franchise and the food seems pretty consistent. Always a good vibe, music is always on so might not be for people who like quiet with their food. You'll always find low lighting, artsy interiors and candle lit tables. They serve fresh bread for the table and the small plates come quick. Large plates take time and they do warn about that. This is the place to have a long chatty fun dinner with friends on a weekend. Reservations are a must unless you dont mind waiting for a table to open up. Tip: the first column in the tapas menu is primarily meat-less; second column is all meat. I also recommend the brussels sprouts 10/10. The sauces that these dishes come in also make for a nice bread dip.

Went to BWB for Mother's Day. Had the olive oil pancakes, marinated olives, eggplant caponata, spinach salad, and the potato tortilla. All were delicious. Server Justin was great too.

I recently revisited the restaurant, and I will say that I had a great time, and thoroughly enjoyed myself. It was a cool Friday evening, and we sat outside under the heaters. They do have enough heaters outside to warm up the space, but they also have these cozy fuzzy blankets on the back of a chair on each table. That is really thoughtful. We were greeted by Jed who was really great, and sincere with us wanting to make sure we had a good time. Our servers were Ashley & Sidney who were very friendly. Ashley our main server has great personality, so make sure anybody that visits request her. We had several dishes over the course of the evening. We started with the Crispy Brussels. They had a nice flavor, and were tasty. Next was the Duck Confit, and I really enjoyed the flavor, and the creaminess of the dish. The Potatas Bravas were good with the sauce spread on top. The Paella Paella Mariscos was so tasty, and I can't believe we ate the whole thing. For dessert they fixed us the Mini Churros, and I must stay they were good to me. They tasted like the creamy French toast on the inside which was awesome. But what was even better was the homemade dipping sauce. That blew my mind, and we both really enjoyed it. Both the service, and the food were exceptional tonight. Thank you Jed, Ashley, and Sidney.

I really enjoyed coming to Barcelona. The vegetarian skillet dish I ordered was unique and flavorful, piping hot and fresh! We ordered tapas too, the potato's were very good. The vibe is cute, unique, fun. Our waiter was very attentive and friendly, gave us great recommendations and made sure to ask for allergies or food restrictions. Overall I would visit again!

I came here for the first time for a baby shower! Did you know Baby Showers don't have to be boring? You can rent out the right side of the restaurant which is private and allows you and your guest to feel like you are the only ones there. We had great service and great food! The whole restaurant is such a vibe with an amazing patio / open air set up.

Update: The nice folks at Barcelona Wine Bar invited us back for a dinner on them. We visited on a weekend in November with open minds and a hungry appetite. We were really looking forward to seeing new improvements and wanted to take more of their recommendations into consideration. However, after our night, we stand by our original review with a few caveats (see the "Overall"). Food: To start, we shared a Quieto 2020 - an Argentinian red wine recommended by our server. No complaints here: a full-bodied, warm start to the dinner. For the first round of tapas, we ordered the Whipped Sheep's Cheese, Butternut Squash Montadito, and Collard Greens. The Sheep's Cheese was one of the dishes we enjoyed last time, and it did not disappoint! The Montadito and Collard Greens were fine - they were both fairly one-note and did not impress us. Our second round consisted of the Chorizo with Sweet & Sour Figs, Brussels Sprouts, and Gambas Al Ajillo. The Chorizo had an interesting, almost leathery, texture and had a harsh, barbecue-like sauce that overwhelmed our palettes. The Gambas were 5 medium-sized, juicy shrimps with below average seasoning and no discernable characteristics. The Brussels Sprouts, however, were seasoned very well and might've been the peak of our night - definitely our favorite. We then got the Braised Pork Ribs and Pulpo Gallego. The 3 ribs had a good bark to them, but we thought the sauce was too prominent, overly sweet, and tangy. The Pulpo Gallego was a spiced acidic mess -- it reminded us of Limón Takis, which we like as a chip snack but not so much as the main flavor of an octopus tapas. Additionally, the potatoes thrown in didn't add much to elevate the dish. For large dishes, we ordered the Chicken Pimientos and Paella Mariscos. We had high hopes for the Chicken Pimientos, but we were disappointed to find that the sauce was overly salty and acidic without much complexity. The chicken, though juicy, genuinely tasted like it was only seasoned with salt. The Paella Mariscos was packed with fresh, delicious seafood, but the dish overall was underseasoned and lacking a special umph to make it worthwhile. We ended our night with the Olive Oil Cake and Basque Burnt Cheesecake for dessert. The Olive Oil Cake was surprisingly rich and dense -- almost too heavy for us to finish. The Cheesecake was grainy and didn't have the classic creaminess of a basque burnt cheesecake. Overall: We believe in second chances and improvements; however, this redux ultimately reflects the same notes of our previous experience. We realized that no dish had us thinking "we need to come back for x," the only exception maybe being the Brussels Sprouts, but priced at $9 we have our hesitations. We ordered a diverse set of tapas per our server's recommendations and our interests. The common throughline in many of the dishes was either: "it's too salty/sweet/acidic," "it's bland or boring," or "it's fine but not worth the price." We were very appreciative of our servers and the attentive managers throughout our dining experience, but when it comes to these dishes, no amount of flashy presentation or authentic-sounding labels could overshadow the lacking feeling of being satisfied with the plates from both flavor and price standpoints. Are there some people out there that might really enjoy this experience? Undoubtedly yes, since the ambiance and variety of options may make for a memorable dinner, but as for us, we'll just have to chop it up to a difference in tastes and values.

The vibe was pretty chill and food was reasonably priced. The server was pretty well knowledge about the food.

Well, I would love to take a star away, just on the basis of a soupy paella (I know I'm a paella snob), which was more like a seafood rice (arroz con mariscos) served in a paella pan, the flavor and the amount of seafood in it was redeeming. The the fact that the rice was overcooked and the dish lacked the delicious crisp of a good paella was forgiven and traded up for flavor. Another very redeeming quality of the dish was the fact that it was the right color (there is no such thing at the end of the day as a yellow paella, courtesy of food coloring). Weak on saffron, powerful on a good seafood stock. That said, you have to give this place five stars for the impeccable execution of their tapas, particularly their croquetas, perfectly executed and their scallops = money! Add that to impeccable service for a great culinary stomping ground! The place packs. It is an industrial style building so it's super loud and you can barely hear yourself think. There is plenty of seating, but get there early, before six if you're hungry and want to eat. The kitchen moves at a stellar pace, and servers are highly effective and attentive. Great vibe, great food, great service

So went out to Barcelona Wine Bar (Dillon) tonight and damn it reminds me of home ... the vibe .. the people... the food .. and all out awesomeness for lively dinner with an awesome big city vibe .. So probably the best seats in the house are at the bar... you seem to get the best service and conversations with the bartenders and patrons there.. Hahahahha joke is my bartender was Phoebe Buffay from friends ... if you ever been there on a Sat night ... you will know who I'm talking about lol her name is Taylor and is wicked cool and super nice .. I gotta say Barcelona Wine Bar has a killer Playlist!!!! It was like being at a club/lounge ... you eat and dance at the same time lol Music and atmosphere was alive and just the vibe I missed from being back in DC ... minus the people there lol So anyways... the food .. Ordered the Aperitivo Board which consisted of Patatas Bravas, pickled peppers, caponata drunken goat, Manchego , Jamon serrano, fuet, and Marcona Almonds .. it was a huge charcuterie board filled with delicious snacks... that on its own could be a meal! Next up was the Roasted Bone Marrow topped with serrano and onion jam served with toast... holy hell was this good... definitely ask for the pepper mill and a lil salt and sprinkle it on there to cut the sweetness of the Jam a lil... overall an awesome dish .. Next was the veggie paella.. damn this was good .. make sure you ask for an egg on top .. you will not regret it... the bottom of the dish was perfectly done with the crispy rice bottom... the richness of the egg yolk elevated it even more ! Taylor aka Phoebe said I gotta try the Olive Oil cake... I was like uhhh are you serious?? That sounds not so good ... but she assured me that she thought the same thing when she first heard about it lol. .. so I was like fine... let's see what's it's all about ... so she came out with and I was like hummm interesting ... but than she said oh shit wait... and came back with a scoop of vanilla ice cream to go with it. .. and she said try it ... so I did... and oh my damn ... I said to her... wtf is this wizardy ... and she just laughed and said I told you !!! Hahaha I was like oh holy hell what the fuk ... lol it was supper moist and a right balance of sweet and salty due to the sea salt top ... and with the creaminess of the rich not super sweet vanilla ice cream was the perfect dessert ... Wait but she said try this .. and brought out the flan catalan... I was like oh my damn are you serious... hahaha she said yup ... I took one bite and was like gawdddd damn ! This was one of the best flans I've had in the area ! Super silky and smooth and melts in your mouth... I was like damn girl.... you just need to add a rum reduction and boom this would be like slap your momma, auntie, grandma good! She thought about it and said hell yeah it would be lol .. So with all that being said... yall just need to get your butts down to Barcelona Wine Bar and try it yourself and don't be a douche canoe to the servers and bartenders. . I witnessed that a few times I was there tonight.... Also pro tip .. do yourself a favor and make a gawd damn reservation!

Great tapas and drinks, loved the vibe! Service was fast and the food and drinks were super delicious!

Very classy and comfy place to go to. Nice lighting and decor! We sat at the bar...the bartender was great! Very knowledgeable about the menu. The food was great....we ordered a meat platter, a half and some some plates! The sangria was nice!

We came here with a reservation for 2 at 8pm on a Sunday. Tapas: 1. Bacon-wrapped dates were delicious small bites of crunchy, salty bacon and sweet dates on the inside. 2. Croquetas were cheesy deliciousness with a nice crunchy breading on the outside. They were good size croquettes too! 3. Beef short rib (not pictured) were tender and melted in my mouth! The fennel purée pairs very well with the beef. 4. Bone marrow was fatty as expected. The sweet purée topping added a nice contrast. 5. Jamon serrano was similar to prosciutto. We had it with the bread dipped in olive oil and it was delicious. Entrée: we shared a half portion of the seafood paella which was a bit bland to me. The seafood also wasn't anything special. I'm glad we ordered the smallest portion to share. Dessert: the flan had a firm consistency that I'm not used to. I personally like flan to be a bit softer. The firm consistency reminded me of cheesecake. Ambiance: rustic feel with low lighting and candles. Perfect for a date night or any special occasion. Service was great! My favorite was the croquettes and least favorite was the flan followed by the paella.

We went to Barcelona Wine Bar last night for dinner and booked a reservation in case there was a long wait. When we arrived the wait was over an hour and luckily our reservation was only an hour. We sat up at the bar and ordered a few drinks while we waited. The restaurant had a romantic and stylish feel to it. We had the white sangria, espresso martini and bourbon on the rocks. The espresso martini was made perfectly and was very tasty. The white sangria was filled with mostly filler and didn't taste that well. For dinner we had the mussels, pork belly, whipped ricotta and bread, Patatas bravas, croquetas, and short ribs. The mussels were fresh and high quality and were in a tasty white wine sauce. The patatas bravas were the favorite dish of our group! They had a tasty garlic and red sauce and the portion was large for tapas. The pork belly was very good as well and had a pepper jam on top. The croquetas were cheese filled and filling. They tasted very good as well! The short ribs were in a truffle sauce and unfortunately they were overpowered by the truffle flavor. Overall, all but one of our tapas plates were very good and we will continue to go to other locations of Barcelona Wine Bar in the future!

Barcelona Wine Bar is one of the best tapas restaurants in the Triangle. It serves authentic dishes from different regions of Spain. The menu boasts a wide selection of tapas to bigger plates to share! We tried so many tapas and all were absolutely amazing! Here were all our selections.... 1). Wild Mushroom Montadito (Truffle Ricotta, Salsa Verde) 2). Boquerones (Garlic, olive oil, parsley) 3). Steamed Mussels (Chorizo, white wine) 4). Queso a la Plancha (Cara de Oveja, Cherry glaze and Pepita Dukkah) 5). Patatas Bravas (Salsa Brava, Garlic Alioli) 6). Brussels Sprouts (Honey Crema, pomegranate, pickled onions) 7). Gambas al Ajillo (Guindilla peppers, olive oil, garlic). 8). Jamón Mangalica 9). Delice de Bourgogne (amazing cheese from France) 10). Marinated Olives 11). Basque Burnt Cheesecake Absolutely have to try for a special occasion! The wine selection is enormous but they also have non-alcoholic drinks (which was my choice) and it was amazing! The wait staff are incredible and always a delight to talk to! We had a great time and enjoyed the food so much!

Great food! Excellent service! A little loud during peak hours but if you don't mind a little noise it's a great place to visit!

This was my second visit to BWB and wow is it good. Small plates, each with a totally different taste and texture. The sauce with each dish was beyond compare. Each totally different from the one before. I was blown away. But, the service, oh the service!!! Biz (spelled correctly) was probably the best server I've have ever had! But not just her, several people attended to our needs and all were exceptional. If you go soon, ask for Biz. She is moving at the end of the month. The place is quite busy most all the time but well worth the wait. Rest assured I will return!

My son saw a post on Instagram raving about this restaurant, so we decided to try it out for ourselves. I made reservations a few days back, and we visited this restaurant today for dinner. This restaurant is located in downtown Raleigh. There is limited streetside parking directly in front of the restaurant. We were lucky to get one of those spots. There are parking decks throughout downtown but not close to the restaurant. I was in awe at the aesthetics of this restaurant even before going into the building. It has a cool rustic look, a chill vibe, and a unique presence. The inside of the restaurant echoes the same feel and look. This restaurant is in a great location. The hostess greeted us about a minute after we got inside the building and seated us right away. There is an interesting ambience at this restaurant. There are books on shelves and a warm and cozy atmosphere. Our server did not smile much, but he was professional and efficient. Our plan was to order some appetizers and then have the main course and dessert. We wanted to sample various things on the menu, but we ordered so many tapas and also cheeses that by the time we were finished with all of that we only had room for dessert. We enjoyed all items ordered. We are cheese lovers, so we had a sample of three different cheeses. We also had mussels, prawn, calamari, croquettes, and for dessert, flan and cheesecake. The mussels were so delicate and succulent. The prawn was a good size. The calamari was quite tender, and the croquettes were moist with a nice crunch. All dishes were flavorful and tasty. We did not care too much for the cheesecake, but the flan was absolutely fantastic! It is by far the best flan that we have ever had. We had an awesome experience at this restaurant, and we'll visit again.

Love this place I have nothing but nice things to say about this establishment. Great wine, great food, great vibe of the whole restaurant. Keep up the great work and excellent customer service!!!

Probably my new favorite restaurant! We've decided this will be our go-to date night spot. Everything is very fairly priced and the quality is fantastic. My favorites include: almost all the cheeses, the white sangria, and the olive oil cake. Service was great! There is limited street parking here so we parked in a deck just a block up from the restaurant. Can't wait to go back! :)

Great food and staff. The experience was great event with a big party. Would highly recommend this place

Always love the food and drinks here. The sangria is a MUST. Sit outside of the weather is nice. I swear it feels like I stepped into Europe. Service is also great. Get the patatas bravas!!!

Spent my 38th birthday here. A couple dirty martinis with my best friend, even tho he's more of a cheesy baked potato kind of guy. I'm currently single due to an unfortunate smelting accident, but all in all a decent birthday!

Went here for a girls day meet up with like 8 of us and honestly we overcompensated thinking we were gonna be sold short with the whole idea of "tapas" like some places. Let me tell you something - we had no room for all of the food we ordered!!! We shared pitchers of sangria (delish), and each of us at least ordered two dishes. SUPER smart like truly, but also filled up lol. 11/10 would recommend for the vibes, the food, the drinks, the experience!!

So a friend and I ended up here last Saturday afternoon. It's a nice place, rather busy and we were there between the lunch and dinner rush and the wait when we were leaving was really surprising. We grabbed two seats at the bar, and we were greeted promptly and provided waters and menus. I ordered the white sangria and it was what I would consider just your average sangria. I was happy with the three cheese charcuterie we ordered and the bread and oil was also good. I felt a bit out of place in my jeans but I was wanting a low key casual afternoon and was not expecting to end up here. It's a nice atmosphere, but it's definitely not what I would call a casual atmosphere, and it has much more of an "uppity" vibe to it. I also felt like the pricing was a little on the higher side.

We visited Barcelona wine bar for a romantic Saturday night dinner. Sydney, our waitress was absolutely fantastic. Every dish she recommended was absolutely amazing. We accompanied our dishes with red wine and cocktails. The whole atmosphere was great and everyone seemed to be having a good time. Don't forget to order the patatas bravas and the Brussels sprouts!

I discovered this cozy spot while shopping nearby The signage is tricky and I wasn't sure if it was a private place or not. I'm glad I took the chance to walk in and snag a seat at the bar on a busy Friday night. I had great servers who explained the apps and drink offerings. Picking out charcuterie items was an adventure - and I ended up with enough to need a doggy bag for home. Wine flights can be a deal, if you just want to sample. I highly recommend you venture out and explore the tapas, cheeses and wines offered by the Chefs, who proudly stand behind their menu.

Thank you for my overnight stay in Raleigh in that I happened upon this gem! The Ambiance has made this one of my favorite places! The food and drinks were also Amazing. I wish we could have eaten more, but we got full pretty quick! We had Bread and Olive Oil, Jamón & Manchego Croquettes, Bacon Wrapped Dates w/ Valdeón Mousse and a Charcuterie of Jamón Serrano paired w/ an Aged Manchego and Alisios cheese suggested by our Bartender (which both of them were super helpful and very pleasant to talk to)! I've already told about 10 people.. whom aren't from NC that they need to try this place! Nothing better than Tapas that make me think of my visits to Spain .

If you've been to another location of Barcelona Wine Bar, you know that the food is consistently stellar. Each location puts there own flare on certain dishes and creates there own dishes. This Barcelona Wine Bar did not disappoint. The food was amazing as always. I'll go into more detail shortly on that. I HIGHLY recommend a reservation if you are looking to eat there at peak hours. Since it is tapas, they come out as soon as they are ready. That means you can get three dishes at once and still be waiting on meat. If you do the paella, I believe that does take longer times than the tapas (ask your waiter). I sat at the bar and had great service. Bar seating is first come first serve! :) The more crowded this location is it is - it does become stuffier if you are at the back of the restaurant. I found that there was no air flow - thankfully I was wearing a dress. Wear layers. I highly recommend the Albariño white wine. I found it reasonably priced and I took the rest of the bottle home. The lamb was perfectly tender and great for two people. The sauce on top was on the sweeter more spiced side of sauces. The potato tortilla is a personal favorite and I order it every time I go to Barcelona. It's essentially like scalloped potatoes made into a pie. The burrata was a new dish I tried and it was phenomenal. The Chile in it was very mild. I would order it again with bread. The tomato Serrano salad was full of meat and cheese. A nice way to round out the meal.

What's better than a hearty array of lip-smacking tapas & drinks, exciting & sexy vibe, that makes you full to the brim but it ain't bad on your wallet? Barcelona wine bar is inviting the moment you step in, the buzz lures you further down to the table and the menu makes you wonder what all can you fit in your stomach warehouse. Almost each item is tempting & I was so happy to see a ton of vegetarian options that are seriously good too! Highly recommend the patatas bravas, eggplant caponata, burrata with pesto & a side of warm delightful bread. Drinks are strong & a plenty. Service is sweet & on point. This place is an solid choice for a large group and a celebration. If ambrosia is a word, Barcelona wine bar is a synonym. Until I return, delectable memories remain.

I wanted to try this restaurant for a while, finally i had the chance to do it. It is a nice place, pretty good atmosphere. Service was little slow, food was really good very small portions though. We had some paella and some tapas, they were really good. I will definitely recommend this place.

Barcelona wine bar is one of my favorite restaurants in NC. Food tasted much better than any restaurant in Barcelona or Madrid .. Every thing we ordered was just delicious.. Warm and inviting ambiance will make you feel good. Service is out of the world.

The MARINATED MAHÓN was everything and more. I will definitely visit again in the near future.

This place was just all around AMAZING. The atmosphere was chick and classy, and just was such an intimate spot. The tapas were so good that I didn't have enough time to take any photos! We got a charcuterie board, croquettes, empanadas and the calamari! Everything was just amazing. The service was great as well. Definitely make reservations ahead as we didn't know what to expect since we decided to go out last minute and waited over an hour for a table! But absolutely worth it!

Giving this 5/5 because it was all around a great place. Sat at the bar, the bartenders were friendly, attentive, and offered good suggestions. It is a busy place no matter what time of day, the bar was even full. The atmosphere is very ambient and cozy. The steak pallaird, brussels and potatoes were all delicious. Enjoyed a glass of wine, they have a large selection but used the Vivino app to help narrow down my choice. Even the price point was reasonable. I'd say these days if you like your food, service and enjoy the atmosphere it's a 5/5. Definitely more fun to go with friends and try different things. I was traveling for work so it was a great way to spend an evening dining alone.

Wonderful little spot with excellent food and friendly service! Conveniently located right next to a parking garage, they have a gorgeous patio and the bar area is very spacious and clean. Prices were spot on and offered a great value. Bill for two people (two drinks each plus 5 small plates to share) was under $100 with tip. Highly recommend!

Yes, this place is, well, lively on a Saturday night! But that shouldn't deter you from some of the best tapas I've had in the US!! Here's how good it was: I forgot to take pictures, except for one at the END of our paella mariscos! Speaking of which, this paella was perfect! It had the traditional long-grain rice, expertly cooked to be slightly chewy but soft, AND lots of clams, mussels (PEI), octopi, and shrimp (peeled!) Our table also enjoyed the scallops, braised port ribs, and patatas bravas, all of which were authentic and tasty. The ambiance and feel inside is very cool, moody and classic, with lots of large hanging lights, wood, and earth textures, which is probably why the sound reflects so much. Still, I think it adds to the fun because the pace of everything is pretty fast, from ordering drinks to food arriving. Don't get me wrong, we never felt rushed! The servers were fantastic, with lots of help and suggestions for food, including asking about dietary restrictions. Doesn't get better than that for appealing to customers' needs! And the wine list was massive - an entire book, with "by the glass" options as well. We enjoyed a fantastic red blend from Uruguay, which really made our patatas and paella jump into flavor override! So, it was a really pleasant experience all around. Just be ready for the, uh, liveliness!!

Bottom line: Barcelona Wine Bar gave a group of friends a wonderful weekend brunch for a birthday get-together. Wine, charcuterie/cheese, and tapas/small plates were wonderful. Good service. Definitely five stars this time. The Deets: I got the chance to celebrate Melissa O.'s birthday here at Barcelona Wine Bar located at The Dillon building in DTR, and it was quite the brunch celebration. In all this time, I had never got to experience Barcelona so I was looking forward to a treat and was not disappointed. I will need to explain up front, dear gentle reader, that I was more concerned with enjoying everything that came to the table than cataloging it in (my "Lady Whistledown" prose, if those of you are Bridgerton fans like I am). I have done my best to identify each item that I could snap a pic of, after the fact, but suffice it to say that every small plate and wine glass that came my way was thoroughly enjoyed. A couple of bottles of the bubbly/wine was shared by the group of 7 for brunch, including a pretty interesting rosé I enjoyed. The charcuterie and cheese boards were awesome. As far as the tapas/small plates, I leaned towards the steak & egg one (such a delicious chimichurri sauce) as well as the smoked salmon one with the delicious herbed crema with it. Please have a look at all the pics I managed to get, when I could, as again my main priority was actually enjoyed the barrage of tasty goodies that kept coming my way. Those that ask if they have an actual bar, yes, yes they do, and it is a rather nice one in the middle of the place and I actually heard one of those around me describe it as "sexy" when looking at it (yet again check out the pic). I'll say it's pretty nice indeed. Service appeared to be a bit tag team but kept it all going regardless, and were nice as well as helpful. In all, I thought Barcelona did a phenomenal job with a birthday brunch for a group of hungry friends, and I would gladly visit again in the future.

Great atmosphere, good service , the food was excellent. The decor is perfect for night out when visiting Raleigh.