La Bárbara — Restaurant in San Felipe

I literally got food poisoned and I may need to visit tge hospital today! I don't know what was in my dish, for god sake do not eat here!

I had a terrible experience in this place yesterday...

My friends and I sat in this restaurant around 8pm, we were waiting for other people to join. We ordered food at 8:30pm and we only got it at 10pm! They brought one dish per time with the excuse that there was only one person in the kitchen... Everyone was waiting for the last dish to arrive... Mine...

I ordered a Thai Red Curry, and, after all the waiting, I was looking forward to have it... The dish was incredibly salty, it looked like someone had spilled salt in...

When I made the waiter notice, he asked me if he could "try it" and he then brought it back to the kitchen.

A couple of minutes went by and he comes back with the same, disgusting dish...

I didn't want to make a scene, so I decided to have some, as I was also starving.... I had a terrible night!

I literally got food poisoned and I may need to visit tge hospital today! I don't know what was in my dish, for god sake do...

This. Is. The place! I am so thrilled to have found this exceptional Izakaya / cocktail bar / sushi bar / hangout in the heart of Casco Viejo. There is some serious talent in this kitchen - creating dynamic Japanese cuisine with a distinct style that is truly unique. The smoked shiitake gyoza and crispy rice tuna were so good I went back the next day to have them again. The sushi is first class - perfect rice and impeccable ingredients. Where do I even begin with talking about the drinks?? My main man Sander is a talented bartender who understands the nuances of mixology. He can create anything from a tantalizing tiki drink to a meticulously crafted mezcalita. I would live in this bar if I could. It is a distinctive vibe that you simply won’t get anywhere else in Casco Viejo. You absolutely must make time to eat and drink here if you are...

Many, many thanks to Mari, Rey, Brian and Elias for two perfect evenings at La Bárbara x Aki Sushi.

This little hidden gem in the heart of Casco Viejo is simply outstanding. Effortlessly urbane, chic and sophisticated without a hint of pretentiousness. The service was friendly and welcoming, polished and professional. The staff was very attentive without being obsequious.

And then there was the food...

The favorite starter was the spicy tuna on a biscuit of crispy rice. It was so good we ordered it again the second night. One for each of us so we didn't have to fight over it.

The sushi rolls were inventive and incredibly fresh, beautifully presented. The cocktails were made with fresh ingredients all prepared in house. The well stocked bar has an excellent selection of a wide variety of liquors.

The Pho with BBQ pork had a delicate broth and fresh vegetables. The vegan curry ramen was the perfect light comfort food we were hoping for.

I can't say enough good things about this delightful restaurant and its engaging staff. I can't wait to go back next time I'm in the city.

Muchas, muchas gracias a Mari, Rey, Brian y Elias por dos noches perfectas en La Bárbara x Aki Sushi.

Esta pequeña joya escondida en el corazón del Casco Viejo es simplemente excepcional. Urbano sin esfuerzo, elegante y sofisticado sin una pizca de pretensión. El servicio fue amable y acogedor, pulido y profesional. El personal fue muy atento sin ser servil.

Y luego estaba la comida ...

La primera noche que cenamos allí pedimos aperitivos seguidos de varias rondas de sushi y sashimi. El entrante favorito era el atún picante sobre una galleta de arroz crujiente. Era tan bueno que lo pedimos de nuevo la segunda noche. Uno para cada uno de nosotros para no tener que pelear por eso.

Los rollos de sushi eran creativos e increíblemente frescos, muy bien presentados. Los cócteles se elaboraron con ingredientes frescos, todos preparados en casa. El bar bien surtido tiene una excelente selección de kust sobre todo lo que pueda desear.

La cena de la segunda noche optamos por sopa y no nos decepcionó. El Pho con cerdo BBQ tenía un caldo delicado y verduras frescas.

El ramen vegano de curry era la comida ligera y reconfortante perfecta que esperábamos.

No puedo decir lo suficiente sobre este encantador restaurante y su personal profesional y atractivo. No puedo esperar a volver la próxima vez que esté...