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Fantastic dinner at Nobu was unexpected as we were simply staying in the hotel to check out the sites. We heard some praise on the founder chef Nobu and part-ownership by Robert Deniro and took a chance … wow, what a trifecta of incredible food, top notch service, and a feel-good vibe. Our waiter, Mark, was the highlight as he knew every dish, every nuance of each item on the menu, and was a true Ambassador of everything Nobu! We left our meals knowing far more about Japanese dining, combined with local flair and influences on the dishes.
We started with cocktails - and I won’t remember the names - but one was the Nobu spin on a classic Negroni (coconut rum in place of the gin) and the Nobu version of a spicy Margarita. Both were excellent with just the right combo of spice and flavor profile.
Spicy edamame came next - perhaps the best I ever had. I know - it’s steamed edamame! But the spicy sauce concoction they use was so appealing, they should bottle and sell that stuff!
Next came the shrimp tempura sushi …. Warm and inviting, not too much batter, just the right amount of crunch and a tight flavorful shrimp roll.
Then came the Nobu Mediterranean Sea Bass fillet that was one of the best pieces of fish I have ever had. Squeeze some fresh lime juice and drizzle the Nobu papaya sauce on top, and it rocked my world. What. A. Dish. Simple but wonderful.
Finally came the Unami Beef Tenderloin with broccoli, asparagus and a host of delicious mushrooms (4 types). The most tender pieces of beef that melt in your mouth. No overdone, over sugary sauce to take away from the beef star of the show - a pure delight.
All in, every bite was an experience that we did not anticipate. And Mark our waiter was so helpful in dish selection that he deserves a lot of praise for what he does. Many thanks to him and the pleasant Nobu staff for making Barcelona an immediate hit for us !! Thank you!!