Casa Delfín – Nice tapas and a terrace

There is a classic appeal in seedy tapas places when you live in a city like Barcelona. However, sometimes you want to eat well in a not-so-crowded, not-so-touristy, not-so-underground place. There is when Casa Delfín cuts the cake.

First, it is located on the Paseo del Borne, one of the most beautiful pedestrian areas downtown, filled with beautiful people but not overcrowded. Second, it has a wonderful terrace with sun throughout the morning and the afternoon and comfortable chairs – and the interior room is not bad either. And third (last but not least) they have a great menu and kitchen.

Even if you sit on the terrace, it is always an experience to walk inside and see the tiny kitchen – wonder how are able to serve such nice food coming from such a small place. This was an old and traditional bar that has changed and adapted to a more sophisticated and worldly menu, yet based mostly on fresh tapas.

I would especially recommend a plate of their pa amb tomaquet (bread with tomato), made with crispy “cocas”. Also, all shell fish and sautéed mushrooms are a great choice, as well as all the “daily specials”. And don’t overlook the rices or the season platters – there is a reason they a main position on the menu.

The international staff and English menu is a good start. if you have to wait to get a table in that terrace, you should know it is well worth the time.