Where to drink
With wine being a national export, you can bet that you can get your groove one with a pauper’s purse in Barcelona.
1. Harlem Jazz Club (free!)
Definitely a best-kept-secret, this swanky little jazz club packs ‘em in for captivating jazz sessions every night of the week.
Get there early because as soon as the music starts it’s elbow-to-elbow standing room only. Once a spot is obtained however, it’s worth every square inch of it. Drinks are reasonably priced, with the best deal being a half-bottle of wine at 8 euro, not only for the price but for the convenience of having a reserve once you’ve made it to the front of the crowd.
Located on a side street in the heart of the Gothic Quarter, the best way to arrive is starting from the Plaza Jaume I. Walking down Carrer de la Ciutat, you’ll take a right at the third street on the right, Comtessa de Sobradiel, you’ll find it inconspicuously on your left, behind a set of doors plastered in posters fighting for the spotlight.
Price Examples:
Beer 3.5 euro
Glass of wine 3 euro
Half bottle of wine 8 euro
Where:
Comtessa de Sobradiel 8, Gothic Quarter
Metro line 3, Liceu stop
Website:
www.harlemjazzclub.es
2. MILK
MILK is a hip new bar with an assortment of specialty cocktails. Get there between 8 and 9 to order your first drink at happy hour prices: 4 euro. Calle Gignas 21, 932 680 922. www.milkbarcelona.com
Where:
Calle Gignas 21, 932 680 922. www.milkbarcelona.com
Metro line 4, Jaume I stop
3. Le Kasbah
Always a good option is the beach, and the bars that line it, such as Le Kasbah. With a chill-out vibe and a mix of music, your 3 euro bottle of beer will be thoroughly savored.
Where:
Plaza Pau Vila 1, 932 380 722
Metro line 4, Barceloneta stop
4. Limeric Pub
For those of you who can’t resist popping into a good ol’ Irish Pub while in Spain, check out Limerick Pub, serving up pint after delicious pint of liquid gold. Pints at 4 euro.
Where:
Bruck 55, 933 023 555, right off Plaza Urquinaona
Metro line 4, Urquinaona stop
5. Princesa 23
In the so-hip neighborhood of La Ribera, steps away from the Picasso Museum, is the restaurant/bar Princesa 23 (of the same address). With mojitos at just 3.50 euro after 11 pm, it’s hard not to stop in and enjoy a drink in their fun yet chill atmosphere.
Where;
Calle Princesa, 23; 932 688 619
Metro line 4, Jaume I stop
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