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ESPECIARIUM BAR

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Essential Information
Today15:00 - 02:00
Address
Carrer de la Princesa, 29, Barcelona, 08003
Reservations
Walk-ins

Reservations available via website booking form at especiariumbar.com/reserva.php. Booking ahead recommended during peak times to guarantee seating. Walk-ins also welcome based on availability.

Price Range
$$
About

ESPECIARIUM BAR is a premium cocktail destination in Barcelona's vibrant El Born neighborhood, offering an exceptional drinking experience centered around creative spice-themed cocktails. This sleek and intimate bar features a polished interior with a timeless edge, complemented by carefully curated music and professional service. The signature cocktail menu showcases unique flavor combinations inspired by spices and local Barcelona culture, with standout drinks like the Curryquiri delivering beautifully balanced and inventive taste profiles. With a 4.8-star rating from over 2,000 reviews, ESPECIARIUM BAR has earned recognition for its high-quality cocktails, attentive service, and welcoming atmosphere. The bar offers both counter seating and table options, making it perfect for solo visitors and groups alike. Reservations are recommended during peak times, and guests are treated to complimentary water and snacks upon arrival. Located on Carrer de la Princesa, this must-visit cocktail bar combines refined craftsmanship with creative mixology in one of Barcelona's most charming districts.

Ambiance & Features

Sleek and lively atmosphere with a timeless edge, featuring a polished interior with a neat backbar and stretched bar counter. The space is intimate without being overdone, offering both bar counter seating and table options for groups. Carefully curated music creates the perfect backdrop for conversation and cocktails.

Atmosphere

Sleek
Intimate
Polished
Lively
Timeless
Sophisticated

Noise Level

moderate

Lighting

ambient

Music

curated-playlist, contemporary

Features

signature-cocktails
spice-themed-menu
complimentary-snacks
complimentary-water
bar-seating
table-seating
creative-mixology
professional-service
free-wifi
Our Ratings
8.7
/10

Overall Score

Our weighted scoring system

Score Breakdown

Cocktail Quality

9.0

Service

9.0

Ambiance

8.5

Value

8.0

Accessibility

7.0

✗ Not confirmed accessible

Good to Know

Food & Menu

✓ Food menu available

tapas
spanish-tapas
small-plates

Signature spice-themed cocktails including the highly recommended Curryquiri. Creative menu inspired by spices and local Barcelona places, featuring unique flavor combinations with well-balanced profiles. Authentic Spanish tapas menu available.

What People Say

Overall Sentiment:

very positive

Guests Love

  • Exceptional cocktail quality with beautifully balanced and creative flavor profiles
  • Outstanding professional and attentive service from knowledgeable staff
  • Unique spice-themed cocktails with interesting flavor combinations not found elsewhere
  • Sleek and intimate atmosphere with perfect music selection
  • Complimentary water and snacks provided upon arrival
  • Welcoming environment for solo visitors and groups alike

Location

Carrer de la Princesa, 29, Barcelona, undefined undefined, ES

Directions

41.385709, 2.180763