Eric R.
Yelp
Hats off to Lena K. and Sheera G. I would never have learned of this place if it weren't for you and this was my favorite drinking spot on my recent trip to Barcelona. It was a few blocks up from my hotel just off of Passeig de Gracia, just past the Egyptian Museum of Barcelona. If you're not looking for it, you will walk right past it as it's though two small double doors and down a staircase.
This place retains charm and decor from the 40s or 50s and lots of cool memorabilia adorn the walls. There are lots of plush arm chairs to settle into to hear the jazz music piping through amidst the low light, or you can try to grab a seat at the small bar but it gets mighty packed on weekends.
They mix some wicked cocktails or you can settle for a beer if that's your thing. Regardless you'll want to stay for a while and just soak up the intimate atmosphere because it just invites you to linger.
I was only in Barcelona two and half days and I made it here twice. My second visit here was my last stop of the night of my final evening in Barcelona, which was a Sunday night. The crowd was thinning out and I got the chance to meet and speak with Adrian, who is the owner's son. We had some cool conversation, and when the last of the patrons left, he busted out his harmonica and sang the blues for me. I LIVE for stuff like this and this is why I travel. Alas, Adrian's Dad showed up and it was time to close up (probably for the best since i had an early flight back the next morning).
In any case, memories I will never forget and an awesome place to come have a drink or two. If you are visiting Barcelona, PLEASE come check this place out, it is one of the best spots in town.