Barcelona boasts a remarkably impressive roster of drinking establishments. Cool cocktail haunts, rustic watering holes, rock‘n’roll bars and G&T dens – you can find all that and more on our list of Barcelona’s best bars, regularly updated by our editors on the ground.
However, few are as celebrated as Paradiso, a swanky cocktail spot that hasn’t only acquired the accolade of one of the best bars on the planet according to World’s 50 Best (every year since 2017, no less), but was also awarded two pins by the recently-launched Pinnacle Guide.
And with an innovative menu like this one, we’re hardly surprised. Current drinks include ‘The Cloud’, a blend of Casamigos mezcal, hibiscus, Montenegro amaro, Mancino secco vermouth, birch syrup, Perrier and coffee ‘cloud’ which culminate in a unique smoked flavour.
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There’s also ‘Hidden Island’ for those with a sweet tooth – Santa Teresa 1796 Rum, Remy Martin, salicornia and lemongrass, coconut cream, pepper syrup and actual carrot cake. Yes, you read that right – cake.
As you’d imagine, it can be difficult to get a seat at the bar’s original location (which is – obvs – behind a fridge in a pastrami shop). What you might not know is that Paradiso recently planted roots at a swish new location – the rooftop of Market Barcelona.
Nestled at the end of Rambla del Mar, which is just across from La Rambla itself, cross the pedestrian bridge over the water and keep your eyes peeled for a big red escalator. Then, you can head all the way up to Paradiso for a knockout bevvie and some stunning views of the city’s Gothic Quarter.
Read more about the Paradiso rooftop at Market here – and check out our full guide to all the best things to eat, drink and do at Market Barcelona while you’re at it.
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