Velabcn Restaurante & Lounge Bar — Restaurant in Barcelona

What made the experience even more frustrating were the hidden costs that mysteriously appeared on our bill. A "service charge" despite the lackluster service, and some invented "special tax" that I've never encountered at any legitimate restaurant before. Our waiter was literally wearing a tracksuit! In a restaurant claiming to be upscale and charging premium prices, this level of casualness was shocking and inappropriate.

This place is the definition of a tourist trap - mediocre food at inflated prices with added fictional charges. Save your money and dignity by dining elsewhere. The "Stakehouse" name is misleading - there's nothing "prime" about this establishment except perhaps their ability to separate customers from their...

Great place if you’re in your early 20’s and looking to pregame. Not a great chill street side cafe, which is how it looks from the outside.

Went on a sunny spring Tuesday afternoon and they started absolutely blasting an hour long EDM trance mix, stark contrast to what was happening on the street.

Food was ok, hummus was good, the “omelette” was a quiche. They have full portions, not little tapas sizes. A lot of things are fried.

If they gauged the music a little better based on the time of day and the quaint street, and also had the usual ham/cheese sandwiches on the menu, I think they’d live up to the previous version of this restaurant’s hype. Apparently they rebranded? Most high praise reviews are from before...

An absolute gem 🥰

What an incredible dining experience from start to finish! The atmosphere was spot on – warm, lively, and welcoming, with great music that really set the tone for the evening. The décor is tasteful and cozy, striking the perfect balance between stylish and relaxed.

Special shout-out to two amazing servers Imane and Wadie (you know who you are!) – incredibly friendly, attentive, and professional. They truly elevated the entire experience. It’s rare to feel so genuinely well taken care of.

And the food? Simply outstanding. Every dish was bursting with flavor, beautifully plated, and clearly made with fresh, high-quality ingredients.

All in all, a flawless evening. Thank you for such a...