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Barcelona: Traveler Reviews

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  • Cuisines: American, Mediterranean

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( 7-8 of 8 )
“Hip and happening restaurant”

Barcelona

4 of 5 stars
Evansville, Indiana
Mar 17, 2007
2/2 found this review helpful

This is probably our 5th trip between us to Scottsdale but our first visit to Barcelona. We had several folks recommend it to us and we weren't disappointed. Reseravations seem to be a must - we saw one party turned away at the door with 'it's bound to be a 2-3 hour wait' - they were a party of four, like us. Interestingly though we saw several empty tables throughout our visit, which was at 7:30 on a Friday night. Perhaps they weren't dressed 'cool' enough? I'd advise coming looking your hippest -- this is a 'to be seen' kind of place and there is a lot of looking going on. The food comes in HUGE portions - we were a party of two couples and had we not shared entrees we'd have never been able to finish - as it was it wasn't too easy! The food is very good, though, albeit a bit salty, and the wine list is excellent. We ate on their patio on a balmy night and it was gorgeous. If you're looking for a quiet place this wouldn't be it, but the atmosphere is fun. As the evening progresses it does turn into a nightclub - if that's not your scene you should make an early reservation. Would we go back? Not sure - there are so many great places to eat in Scottsdale, but we're definitely glad we visited. Great place!

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“Happening Spot”

Barcelona

5 of 5 stars
Little Rock, Arkansas
Feb 19, 2007
4/4 found this review helpful

We booked a 7:30 dinner at Barcelona and were not prepared for what we encountered. This is an extremely loud and popular night spot. Louder and more popular as the evening progresses.

We were seated in an area that was essentially a domed dining room with live entertainment. The dome was decorated with what looked like a Rennaisance fresco (beautifully done). The entertainment was excellent. The food was quite good if not outstanding, but the service was first rate.

We were told that we were welcome to stay until 10:15 at which point they cleared the tables, converting the dining room to a dance floor with high energy dance band. We didn't stick around for that, but when we left at about 9:30 people were flooding into the complex which includes a huge vodka bar.

We enjoyed our dinner immensely, but if we'd been looking for a nice, quiet restaurant or wanted conversation, we'd have been disappointed. This is a hopping spot, and if that's what you're looking for, you'll find plenty of company.

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15440 Greenway - Hayden Loop, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Tel: (480) 603-0370
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