Underground Barcelona: discover its speakeasy bars

1. Monk

   

   Monk is a speakeasy with a gothic-modernist design, featuring stone arches, unique lamps, and pink and purple neon lights. Its mixologists serve innovative cocktails in a spacious, relaxed setting, perfect for a quiet night out. It stands out for its butcher shop inspiration, with a themed bathroom that simulates a cutting room.

   Cómo Acceder: Enter through a small convenience store that looks like a 24-hour supermarket. Look for an interior door leading to the bar; no password needed.

   Address

   C/ Abaixadors, 10
2. Bobby’s Free

   

   Bobby’s Free transports you to the 1920s with a Prohibition-era atmosphere, decorated with vintage furniture and an extensive gin menu. It’s known for its gin and tonics and personalised cocktails, perfect for gin lovers. The space is intimate, with jazz music and a theatrical touch.

   Cómo Acceder: Enter through a classic barbershop with barber poles. Ask the “barber” for the password, which changes weekly and is posted in their Instagram profile description.

   Address

   C/ Pau Claris, 85
3. Speakeasy

   

   Speakeasy is a speakeasy restaurant hidden behind the iconic Dry Martini bar, evoking Chicago’s secret clubs of the 1930s with round tables, bottles on the walls, and warm lighting. Its menu combines gourmet tapas, meats, and fish, accompanied by classic cocktails. It’s ideal for a romantic dinner or a unique dining experience.

   Cómo Acceder: Enter through Dry Martini, one of the best bars in Barcelona, and look for the back door leading to the restaurant. Reservation required, sometimes with a password (ask the staff).

   Address

   C/ Aribau, 162
4. Dr. Stravinsky PlaceBars and pubs Sant Pere, Santa Caterina i la Ribera

   

   Dr. Stravinsky is a cocktail laboratory with an atmosphere blending science and art, with jars of homemade infusions and decor reminiscent of an alchemist’s workshop. Its cocktails, made with artisanal spirits and house-made bitters, are perfect for those seeking unique flavours. The space is small but cosy, with ambient music.

   Cómo Acceder: There’s no secret entrance, but its discreet façade on a narrow street in the Born makes it easy to miss. Book ahead to avoid waiting.

5. Pipa Club

   

   Pipa Club, formerly in Gracia, is a speakeasy that combines the elegance of a smoking club with live jazz on weekends. Its dark wood decor and sofas create a sophisticated atmosphere, ideal for music lovers and classic cocktails. It’s a place to end the night in style.

   Cómo Acceder: Look for an unmarked door in a building on Plaça Reial and ring the bell. No membership required, but booking is recommended.

   Address

   Pl. Reial 3, planta 1ª
6. Bar Mariatchi

   

   Bar Mariatchi, supposedly Manu Chao’s favourite, is a vibrant speakeasy with colourful walls, guitars, and a bohemian vibe. It’s one of Barcelona’s first clandestine bars, with impromptu concerts and a party atmosphere. Perfect for those looking for a place with soul.

   Cómo Acceder: Enter through a shop that looks like an art gallery in the Gòtic. Head to the back to find the bar; no password needed, but the space is small.

   Address

   C/ Còdols, 14
7. Focacha

   

   Focacha blends Italian nostalgia with a futuristic touch in a Born speakeasy. Its design, with vintage lamps and a marble bar, creates a warm atmosphere, while its innovative cocktails and gourmet focaccias attract foodies. It’s perfect for a night of cocktails and bites.

   Cómo Acceder: Enter through a place that looks like an Italian bakery. Look for a back door leading to the bar.

   Address

   C/ Tuset, 17

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