DK Travel : Barcelona : Eixample : Bars & Nightclubs

El Otro Lado

This über-designed space is a magnet for a young hip crowd. There are regular exhibitions and the low-key music makes it a conversation-friendly place.
Ideal

Luxurious cocktail lounge opened by legendary barman José María Gotarda in the 1950s and now run by his son. More than 80 varieties of whisky.
La Bodegueta

This unassuming basement bodega has become a major pre-party meeting point. Famously good anchovies.
La Fira

Decked out in vintage fair-ground memorabilia, this striking bar rates high on novelty factor. Order a cuba libre while swaying in a swing. Lively atmosphere, unique setting.
Les Gens que j’Aime

The ideal place to have a drink, to the accompaniment of soft music, after walking around Paseo de Gràcia and Rambla Catalunya.
Luz de Gas

A classic late-night watering hole, this half concert hall, half bar has live music nightly – from blues to jazz and soul.
Medusa

Strictly gay and one of the hits in the booming “gayxample”. Elegant, tasteful and ultra fashionable, with excellent house sounds.
Nick Havanna

A classic designer spot with some outré toilets and a fabulous cow-skin upholstered bar. The crowd is mostly yuppie and moneyed.
Satanassa

A mixed crowd – from drag queens to students – congregates at this small club/bar. The music is eclectic, the decor wonderfully tacky, with kitsch erotic statues.
Velvet

Large, popular and populist disco bar with lavish decor, luxury fittings and music ranging from Elvis to Abba.