Barsa Taberna is good but not great - it is missing that wow factor that every restaurants needs - whether its that one fabulous dish that you crave weeks after trying it or that amazing server that made your night. In the end, I left feeling satisfied but not overly impressed.
The service was great (5 stars) - in a bigger group, I typically experience the service to take longer, but that was not the case. Drinks came cold and plates hot in an appropriate amount of time. The waitress even divided it up into equal portions for us so there would be no fighting over food. I love places that are willing to split up the bills for you. She was knowledgeable, helpful and very friendly.
Sangria was quite sweet but tasty but they didn't have any red wine concoctions. I felt like the food portions didn't fit the bill - 2 small piece of grilled octopus for $16, patatas bravas with braised beef cheek (poutine, Spanish style) for $20 and a mediocre charcuterie platter for $24. No complaints for the seafood and piri piri paella or manchego churros (savory cheesy churros with saffron sofrito dipping sauce). Both were delicious and if i had to go back, this is what I would get.
This restaurant can accommodate large parties (lots of seating), dinner with friends (the atmosphere is lively) or date night (romantic/modern setting).
Tips:
- check into Yelp for a free curados
- Half off sangria Tuesdays
- $5 caesars and mimosas Sundays