Cera 23
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Rustic setting for artfully plated, creative Spanish cuisine, including a black rice "volcano."
attractions: Plaça de Catalunya, Mercado de La Boqueria, Cathedral of Barcelona, Mercat de Sant Antoni, Plaça Reial, Güell Palace, Saint James's Square, Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art, Gran Teatre del Liceu, Barcelona Maritime Museum, restaurants: Colom Restaurant, Hard Rock Cafè, El Bosc de Les Fades, Jesús Restaurant, Fàbrica Moritz Barcelona, Ocaña, La Flauta | Aribau, Tapas San Miguel, Les Quinze Nits, Flax&Kale
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Rustic setting for artfully plated, creative Spanish cuisine, including a black rice "volcano."
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We found this restaurant by googling about a month before arriving Barcelona. The reviews were great, so we made a reservation for 4/21/24 at 7PM. When the taxi driver dropped us off and said, "walk down this street and it will be on your right", we didn't think anything about it until it looked like we were in a locals area and thought he must have gotten the address wrong! All of a sudden we came upon the cutest restaurant nestled in with other businesses! We would have never stumbled upon it! Cera 23 was amazing! When we first arrived there weren't many customers, by the time we left, the place was packed and there was standing room only in the entrance. The service was exceptional and every thing from cocktails to every dish was artistic and exceptional with taste! We had eaten at a Michelin restaurant the night before and it didn't come close to Cera 23! The Michelin restaurant was great, but Cera 23 was so much more! It was so unique in character, charm, the service, the food...I have traveled the world and this is the best food I have ever eaten! Not if, but when I return to Barcelona, it will definitely be on my list of places to eat, not once, but multiple times! The Manager, Marse, was such a delight and made sure our experience was nothing but the best! We asked who the Chef was, sorry, but I can't remember HER name, but we told her how thrilled we were with our experience and she was genuinely appreciative! Definitely go, you won't be disappointed. Make a reservation in advance to ensure a table!
Donna RedmonDonna Redmon
10
I'll be honest.. I came here because arume was completely full, and so I didn't really know what to expect from cera 23. And at the end of the meal, I left very pleased with my dining experience here. First of all, the staff was incredibly friendly, and they all speak English, which is why I'm writing this review. Being a college student traveling, I got one of the cheaper menu option: the Iberian pork jamon €9.50. my first impression was that the portion was very small (16 very thin slices). But the flavor combination of the jamon with paprika, almond, tomato, and kimchi mayo (oh my word I need to find this mayo at home) was an experience of its own. The toppings enhanced the flavor of the ham without overpowering it and gave it a nice texture as well. I ordered a small basket of bread to eat it with as the serving was small. I had to order a dessert as I was thoroughly impressed with my food. I got a death by chocolate which is kinda like a very thick, dense lava cake with ferrero rocher inside as the "lava" served with vanilla ice cream and condensed milk (I think) topped with a little chocolate crunch that sizzle/pop in your mouth like those rock candies if you know what I'm talking about. It was (also) really good and filled the rest of my stomach up haha It was quite pricey for my standard, but maybe not for you haha. But I left the restaurant full and satisfied which is all that matters at the end of the day.
Allison HurAllison Hur
00
We came to this little restaurant from review others' reviews. It's not particularly easy to find. It's about 10 minute walk away from Las Ramblas, in the slightly seedier area El Raval. When we arrived at 10:30pm, there were several people waiting outside, all speaking English. A staff greeted us and took us to our table after a short wait, at the reserved time. The restaurant was a lot more expansive inside that one would've expected from the outside. Strangely, the diners at almost every table spoke English, perhaps all attracted by the same English reviews. The food, though, was very good. We started with the octopus starter (16.5 euro), which was extremely tender and flavourful. The black volcano rice main dish (16.5 euro) was definitely the highlight. It was black (as the name suggested), with a dash of yellow egg yolk, topped with bonito flakes. The rice was so flavourful, they must've cooked it with some broth. There was more tender octopus mixed in, and whatever the black sauce was it gave the rice a thicker consistency. The honey stewed beef (16.2 euro), another popular item from reviews, was still good and tender, but not particularly special. My partner also had a blackberry mojito which was worth a mention, but it was more expensive (6 euro) than my wine. Overall a great dining experience, despite it not being particularly "local" restaurant.
Jason YuJason Yu
00
My wife’s birthday dinner with my daughter, and what a great evening it was. Upstairs on albeit a small table, but it worked out fine, and able to see the comings and goings below. Inside downstairs a great environment and when I passed through later it was buzzing. But the most important thing was the food, it does have some slight Japanese/asian influence, but it is not fusion, a great Spanish restaurant. The food, was the type you have a mouthful and put down your knife and fork to savor what is in your mouth. We did share and taste each other’s dishes and all was of the same high quality. Pictures below. Also the nice thing, I asked for a local red to go with my Iberian pork ribs, and even though they could tell we were tourists (possibly ordering in English gave it away 🤭) they came with a great reasonably priced wine. That is so refreshing and the choice of wine was very good and enjoyable. Thank you. And the dice with all the QR codes for the menu, WiFi etc was fun as well. They do have a normal menu as well. A great experience. Something to look forward to on the next trip to Barcelona.
Peter WoodPeter Wood
10
From now on it’s officially my favorite and the best restaurant in Barcelona! Was visiting Barcelona for a week and decided to try this place , recommended by good friend of mine from New York . And here we are ! This place is absolutely amazing 🤩. Food is more than delicious 🤤. I asked my friend - what to try? And she said- EVERYTHING! Because everything is so delicious starting from piece of bread, and presentation is stunning 😍. She was 100% right. And you feel yourself so welcomed there and so comfortable like you are visiting good friends from back days and they are so happy to see you again! Highly recommended to try ceviche, foie gras ravioli, baby scallops , rice Volcano is absolutely yes, then octopus 🐙 is my favorite! And for drinks black berry mojito is beyond . When you there ask for Chicho and Marcy , they definitely will take care about you the best way ever and they will make your dinner experience unforgettable ! They are absolutely artists ! Thank you Chicho and Marcy for having us and making our dinner special. Next time we are in Barcelona, we are for dinner right from the flight ✈️
Olga ShermanOlga Sherman
00
What a treat!!!! This place is located kind of off the main street but definitely worth the metro ride to get here. Neighborhood felt safe walking here as well. We got a reservation for 7 day of at 9:30pm, and were seated in a nice table in the back with view of the kitchen and chefs. The blackberry mojitos (with or without alcohol) are phenomenal and might be some of the best mojitos you've had! The appetizers are sooo amazing and aesthetic. Highly recommend the super tender and flavorful beef cheek. The beef tartar seems to have some Asian cuisine influence - a theme in our meal - and was so yummy. Ceviche mix is very saucy and great. Then the main courses came and we were continually blown away. The octopus, calamari, volcano rice, etc, were all original and unique and felt so special. Definitely loves our meal. We gotta a candle and happy birthday song along with one of our desserts too. The strawberry chef special is some sort of yogurt, and the other caramelized toast thing is sooooo good wow. 100% highly recommend! Thank you! Staff here were so attentive and friendly too :).
Joshua YuanJoshua Yuan
30
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Plaça de Catalunya
Mercado de La Boqueria
Cathedral of Barcelona
Mercat de Sant Antoni
Plaça Reial
Güell Palace
Saint James's Square
Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art
Gran Teatre del Liceu
Barcelona Maritime Museum

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