Spain - Barcelona
Bar Alegria
By @laracompte
Historic 1899 bar revived with great tapas and natural wine. Tortilla, bravas, and the truffle bikini get a lot of love. The service is good and they were attentive. Menu is frequently updated.
Address: Carrer del Comte Borrell, 133, L'Eixample, 08015 Barcelona, Spain
Why go
Classic Barcelona bar energy with nicely done dishes.
Known for
Tortilla, bravas, bikini de trufa.
Vibe
Lively, old-meets-new.
Tips
Book or go off-hours. Sit at the bar if you can.
About @laracompte
Lara Compte (Barcelona, 1987) holds a master’s in Gastronomic Communication and Journalism from the Basque Culinary Center and a degree in Art History. She works at TheFork as an advisor to the Michelin Guide and teaches at the Hofmann Hospitality School. Her focus is on the transformative power of food, with a humanistic approach to gastronomy.
