La Esquina — Restaurant in Barcelona

At first impression, the restaurant appeared welcoming, with a pleasant atmosphere and English menus readily provided — a considerate touch for non-Spanish speakers. Unfortunately, the experience quickly deteriorated.

Several dishes were unavailable, though this was only communicated after we attempted to order them. In fact, three of our initial selections had to be abandoned, and even after adjusting our choices, the server later returned to inform us that those alternatives were also not available. This lack of transparency left the dining experience feeling disorganized and frustrating.

Service was inattentive and disengaged. The server often turned her attention to colleagues immediately after interacting with us, offering little guidance or thoughtful recommendations when items were unavailable. The overall impression was one of indifference.

As for the food: • The crispy pork belly arrived only faintly crisp. • The potato salad was paired with tuna tartare that seemed partly made from yesterday’s fish, mixed with fresher cuts — a confusing and unbalanced preparation. • The mushroom and meatballs were heavily stewed, presented in a manner more reminiscent of institutional cooking than a restaurant dish.

In the end, what began with promise was marred by poor communication, lackluster service, and underwhelming execution in the kitchen. This establishment has potential but, in its current state, falls well short of...

Most Embarrassing Experience in a Cafe/Restaurant; I went today for a business meeting. Upon entering the restaurant, it was already quite busy. I waited patiently for someone to come when another couple entered. Instead of waiting behind me, they slightly pushed me and headed inside. Still no one came towards me, instead, the couple was already speaking with someone from the staff and choosing tables. As there were only two left, I approached one of the tables, both with no sign of reservation. The couple started pointing towards me while talking to the person from the personnel. Then I realized they wanted this table I was almost sitting on. The waiter jumped at me, asking me who seated me and when he heard I was speaking English trying to explain, he interrupted me saying: "Oh, so you lied. This table is reserved." I was shocked and appalled. The people from the next tables stared at me as he used quite a high voice and pushing me away with one hand. I was super embarrassed and just left the place. Honestly, I've never had such experience in Barcelona till now. Extremely disappointed with the treatment of a highly...

Our evening began at the stunning rooftop bar of Hotel Pulitzer, where the atmosphere was vibrant yet relaxed—perfect for a sunset drink. A special shoutout to Jaume, truly one of the best bartenders we’ve encountered. His warm personality and cocktail craftsmanship made the experience even more memorable. I had the Dalia, a cocktail with a perfectly balanced and elegant flavor profile—refreshing, smooth, and crafted with care.

After drinks, we headed downstairs to La Esquina, the hotel’s restaurant. There, we were warmly welcomed by Cesar, whose service was exceptional. He was clever, attentive, and brought a wonderful sense of humor to the table, making our dining experience not only comfortable but genuinely enjoyable.

What stood out most about the evening wasn’t just the delicious food or the perfectly mixed drinks—it was the ambiance and the meaningful connections. The team at Hotel Pulitzer made us feel like more than just guests—they made us feel at home. It’s the kind of experience that lingers, one you’d want to return to...