I had lunch at Nectari, one of my places to go when I visit Barcelona. For lunch there is the option to eat a la carte, to get a tasting menu, a menu designed for celiacs or have the lunch menu (39 euros). I chose this option and was not disappointed.
I especially enjoyed the salmorejo (a similar dish to gazpacho) and the shrimp paella. Both were superb. The rice had a lot of taste, the taste of the shrimp was really upfront, truly enjoyable.
The restaurant is beautiful, intimate and elegant. The service very knowledgeable and friendly. Nectari is a hidden gem, a place were food departs from tradition, but that is wisely enhanced with interesting product combinations, and not superfluous games of gastronomic experiments. I will keep going every time I am in Barcelona.
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The most amazing dining experience I have had! We visited in May 2016 while staying in Barcelona for a few days. From start to finish, our experience was just perfect. The waiters were attentive but not overbearing, offering helpful recommendations while keeping the noise level to a minimum. The food was heavenly, especially the desserts, which were unbelievably tasty and creative looking. The dining experience started with small appetizer bites sent by the chef, each very different. Then you order your main dish and dessert off the menu.
They had the longest wine list I've ever seen (see photo of giant book) and a good variety of dishes. I would go back a thousand time if I lived in the area. All in all, prices were affordable for a Michelin Star Restaurant. Our bottle of wine was under 30 euros and the total bill was under 200 euros for 2 people. Not bad at all!
Note: your waiter will call you a cab upon request. I left my cell phone in the bathroom and returned later to find my phone waiting for me at the door. Can't say enough great things about this place!
Nectari is clearly a step above other restaurants in Barcelona. We were there on a Wednesday, and had the earliest seating (as Americans do) at 8:30. For the first hour or so, we had the restaurant to ourselves. The decor and atmosphere of Nectari is intimate. It is a small restaurant, but the cuisine and the service are excellent.
Each course was balanced, and the tastes were often explosive. The foie gras with sparkling sugar on top comes to mind. The wine was delicious too. It was one of the best meals we have had.
A word about the service, which was excellent. If you're looking for a restaurant that is over the top with service, this is not it. That's because the service was perfect: attentive, without being over-bearing. Great recommendations; warm and inviting, without being overly familiar. Just perfect.
At the end of our meal, we got to meet the owner and chef. What a great way to end our evening. We will be back.
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