I’ve been to Barceloneta a few times and usually it is pretty average with mediocre service but nice if you can get a table outside on the couches. Last night I sat at the bar and I have to say it was shocking and disgusting. The calamari was salty and the potatoes in the patatas bravas were clearly old and had been prepped like 2-3 days ago. The bartender was free pouring all of the drinks without even pours on the bottle, just sloshing vodka and olive juice into a shaker for the martini. The tap water was served directly from the hand wash sink, which is a DOH violation in and of itself.
But this wasn’t the worst part. The food/drink runner stood on the pass picking and digging, and I mean DIGGING at his teeth with his fingers. Then he proceeded to keep running his hands through his sweaty, messy hair as he ran food and drink. At this point me and my guest were thoroughly grossed out and stopped eating. It took almost 15 minutes for him to go and run his hands under water with no soap.
It’s sad to see that this place has gotten so run down and nasty, as there is a lot of potential and great bones. There is clearly a huge lack of management and direction in the space as all of these things are no-brainers that any manager should have corrected immediately.
The only saving grace was that the bartender was kind, otherwise I don’t really have anything good to say. I hope they read this and improve.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
Alissa Salah
Nice place to do an happy hour, it’s usually crowded don’t expect a view because you are in front of a street Good price and good cocktails
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
H L
So disappointed with everything about my experience. Started out askit for “tap” water (nice trick to make you feel cheap), got bottled water (first date so whatever). Then I literally had to walk into the dining room to call the server to take our order because the whole staff was either sitting on the stools or chatting facing away from the guests outside. We ordered a gaspacho (was good), a large mixed seafood dish and the grilled octopus. We were never asked if one or the other was a starter, or if we were sharing. Everything came out at random times. The $33 octopus (single) tentacle was fishy, definitely not fresh, I ate maybe 1/3 of it. The seafood ceviche(ish) was also fishy. We were never offered dessert. Add a couple of drinks and the bill was $166. You’re MUCH better off grabbing a pizza next door.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
Ingrid Santos
Happy hour is until 7pm not 8 as it states on the website, be aware.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4
E Perez
Overpriced. This is not worth $26. Wish it wasn’t so. This city is out of control.
Jorge Vicente
Very noisy, they should put fabric and solve the acoustic problem
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Croquetas
Pezcalandia Shop
Expensive but very tasty, unfortunately the acoustic issue is a problem that they do not solve, unbearable shouting
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 5
HORNA Distribuidor Global Nikken
Spanish restaurant. Delicious food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mehdi Khachani
Noel is the best. Highly recommend Barceloneta. The place to go!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Karlise
We were pleasantly pleased with the food. The manager is awesome very personable. We had a great waiter. Then he was taking away from us. But, all the waiters and waitresses very attentive. Given the restaurant an A 100. The small plates very delicious. The dessert olive cake outstanding.
Divine, very cozy place! A very varied menu with gluten-free options. I recommend it is a 10!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Anna
Carmen the waitress was not friendly, not helpful, never once checked on us to pour more wine or ask how the food was. She even came and picked up the menu from the table without asking if we wanted to order another tapas. We had to go inside to get the bill after sitting for 15 minutes waiting for it. The sad part was we watched the table across from us have to do the same thing. There were only 2 tables outside and maybe 2 inside with guests eating. We loved this place last time we were in Miami which is why we went back. Unfortunately, we won't be returning.
CassyP
Food was ok but the portions were small given the price. We received good service at first but once the place picked up, our server went 20 minutes without coming back to our table. The construction nearby was quite loud as well.
S S.
food was fresh & the flavors were spectacular. service was prompt as well. we wish that the portions were a bit better but the flavor compensates for that. will definitely return when we are back in the area.
byloulouu Fran
Great place, very good paella! And the atmosphere is quite warm!
I’ve been to Barceloneta a few times and usually it is pretty average with mediocre service but nice if you can get a table outside on the couches.
Last night I sat at the bar and I have to say it was shocking and disgusting. The calamari was salty and the potatoes in the patatas bravas were clearly old and had been prepped like 2-3 days ago. The bartender was free pouring all of the drinks without even pours on the bottle, just sloshing vodka and olive juice into a shaker for the martini. The tap water was served directly from the hand wash sink, which is a DOH violation in and of itself.
But this wasn’t the worst part. The food/drink runner stood on the pass picking and digging, and I mean DIGGING at his teeth with his fingers. Then he proceeded to keep running his hands through his sweaty, messy hair as he ran food and drink. At this point me and my guest were thoroughly grossed out and stopped eating. It took almost 15 minutes for him to go and run his hands under water with no soap.
It’s sad to see that this place has gotten so run down and nasty, as there is a lot of potential and great bones. There is clearly a huge lack of management and direction in the space as all of these things are no-brainers that any manager should have corrected immediately.
The only saving grace was that the bartender was kind, otherwise I don’t really have anything good to say. I hope they read this and improve.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
Nice place to do an happy hour, it’s usually crowded don’t expect a view because you are in front of a street
Good price and good cocktails
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
So disappointed with everything about my experience. Started out askit for “tap” water (nice trick to make you feel cheap), got bottled water (first date so whatever). Then I literally had to walk into the dining room to call the server to take our order because the whole staff was either sitting on the stools or chatting facing away from the guests outside. We ordered a gaspacho (was good), a large mixed seafood dish and the grilled octopus. We were never asked if one or the other was a starter, or if we were sharing. Everything came out at random times. The $33 octopus (single) tentacle was fishy, definitely not fresh, I ate maybe 1/3 of it. The seafood ceviche(ish) was also fishy. We were never offered dessert. Add a couple of drinks and the bill was $166. You’re MUCH better off grabbing a pizza next door.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
Happy hour is until 7pm not 8 as it states on the website, be aware.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4
Overpriced. This is not worth $26. Wish it wasn’t so. This city is out of control.
Very noisy, they should put fabric and solve the acoustic problem
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Croquetas
Expensive but very tasty, unfortunately the acoustic issue is a problem that they do not solve, unbearable shouting
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 5
Spanish restaurant. Delicious food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Noel is the best. Highly recommend Barceloneta. The place to go!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We were pleasantly pleased with the food. The manager is awesome very personable. We had a great waiter. Then he was taking away from us. But, all the waiters and waitresses very attentive. Given the restaurant an A 100. The small plates very delicious. The dessert olive cake outstanding.
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Divine, very cozy place! A very varied menu with gluten-free options. I recommend it is a 10!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Carmen the waitress was not friendly, not helpful, never once checked on us to pour more wine or ask how the food was. She even came and picked up the menu from the table without asking if we wanted to order another tapas. We had to go inside to get the bill after sitting for 15 minutes waiting for it. The sad part was we watched the table across from us have to do the same thing. There were only 2 tables outside and maybe 2 inside with guests eating. We loved this place last time we were in Miami which is why we went back. Unfortunately, we won't be returning.
Food was ok but the portions were small given the price. We received good service at first but once the place picked up, our server went 20 minutes without coming back to our table. The construction nearby was quite loud as well.
food was fresh & the flavors were spectacular. service was prompt as well. we wish that the portions were a bit better but the flavor compensates for that. will definitely return when we are back in the area.
Great place, very good paella! And the atmosphere is quite warm!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Arroz Negro, Gambas Al Ajillo
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