KEY2 Pick
Classic Cocktail Bar • $$$
Dry Martini
A bow-tied, wood-panelled Eixample institution pouring what many call Spain's best martini.
Best for: After Work
Best bars in Barcelona
Cocktail rooms, rooftops and unmarked doors — where to start a night and where to end one.
KEY2 Pick
Cava Bar • $
El Xampanyet
A tiled, century-old cava bar near the Picasso Museum pouring house sparkling with anchovies.
Best for: Casual Drinks
Rooftop Bar • $$$
The Sky Bar Grand Hotel Central
A rooftop plunge-pool bar above the Born with a straight sightline to Santa Maria del Mar.
Best for: Sundowners
Questions, answered
What are the best bars in Barcelona?+
The KEY2 editors' top picks for bars in Barcelona are Dry Martini, Paradiso. Every listing in this guide is individually vetted, with hours, prices and booking links.
Where can I find good-value bars in Barcelona?+
For $$-level bars in Barcelona, consider El Xampanyet.
What are the best bars in Barcelona for a special occasion?+
For a splurge, the KEY2 guide recommends Dry Martini, Paradiso, The Sky Bar Grand Hotel Central. Reserve ahead — the booking link is on each listing.
Do I need to book bars in Barcelona in advance?+
The most popular bars in Barcelona fill up days or weeks ahead. Every KEY2 listing includes a direct reservation or booking link where one is available.
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