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Barcelona Bar in New York
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New York, New York County, New York, US
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Bar games
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Fast service
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Great beer selection
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Great cocktails
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Sport
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Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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Wheelchair-accessible car park
No
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Alcohol
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Beer
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Cocktails
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Happy-hour drinks
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Wine
Yes
Atmosphere
Casual
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Tourists
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This is place is phenomenal. Doesn’t look like much from the outside, honestly looks a little rundown. But once we took a seat at the bar, my entire opinion changed. The bartender is so much fun and really made our experience amazing. We had a couple of rounds of the themed shots which were decently priced. Super fun with all the music and props. We did the Harry Potter, Monica Lewinsky, Top Gun, Pokémon, Spongebob, and Fresh Prince shots. Spoiler warning if anyone doesn’t want to know what some of the shots entail! Harry Potter was my favorite because he brought out wands, Hogwarts scarves, played the music, and did a whole spiel that was hilarious. Pokémon and Spongebob were cute with music and themed hats.
This narrow strip of a bars appearance is deceiving. Venture into the dark, tiny, dive and be rewarded with an impressive shot menu served with a side of flair. While flaming drinks are no longer on offer (blame the Fire Marshall), most of the top shots come with a show. We donned hats and house scarves for the Harry Potter shot and swapped wands for sonic screwdrivers while imbibing The Tardis. Oh, and they all have a soundtrack and a performance by the amazing bartender Mike. No food but trivia every Monday at 8:30pm.
Wack place and the security guard thinks he owns the place.Dont waste ur time,way better watering holes in nyc 😊
Great Bar! You can play darts, and put music on the jukebox. One of the few bars left with real NYC character.
This place was tiny to begin with but a great setup.. the ambience was beaming with amazing people and great music.. the bartender was very friendly and service was great along with sports on TV. Would definitely recommend it if youre looking for an affordable place to hang out or just one of the place to barhop in the area.. :p
Ryan and Gio and Jason and everyone rock. Cant go wrong with a beer and shot combo!
This is a whole new drinking experience for geeks. I LOVE it! Beware: you will be very drunk.
Hands down my favorite dive bar in Manhattan. The specialty shots are awesome and they play special music and put on a show for you when you take them. Such a fun place!!
Great atmosphere, GREAT PEOPLE, BARTENDERS ARE PHENOMENAL especially with their theme drinks... cant beat the price
A dive bar in midtown! The drink are really affordable and they have a great selection. The reason you come here is for the theamed shots. They have Harry Potter, Star Wars, I went with 4 friends so we did the teenage mutant ninja turtles shots. They give you you toy props to play with and to take pics with. They also play the theme music over the speakers when people order a shot. Check this place out! They accept credit and debit cards.
The shots were great and the trivia was fun!! Will definitely visit again
10/10 spot. The prop shots are sweet. They even do a music change.. really cool. Ryan was awesome!
Come here for the vibes not the drinks. Average drinks for the price but youll probably end up making some new friends!
Great place for shots and great drinks. Some shots require a little dressing up makes it a blast! Bartender also had a drink with us for mu birthday.
Get a Themed shot trust me youll love it, they got a variety from Harry Potter to Game of Thrones and they go all out!! 🍻 🍻
Very friendly staff and good drinks. Slightly overpriced but hey it’s New York. Minus one star because it used to be a lot cleaner. I’m going to run by again soon on a week-night to see if it’s any better. I’ll be back soon either way!Edit: visited on the night of 3/16 for my bday and had an amazing time. Bartender gave us free shots and was the nicest person ever. Will be back frequentlyEdit 2: Ive now been a regular here for 3 years and I truly believe its the best bar in the city.
One of the best dive/theme bars in Midtown, HellsKitchen with one of the best bartenders and 100+ unique theme shots
Super fun! Go get a shot with music and props, you won’t regret it.
This is a place to just meet random people and vibe. Great times will be had and isnt devastating to your wallet.
Not sure about the vibe when we first got there but then we heard a couple of the themed shots get ordered and it was a blast. I would get there late to see how it goes. Worth a visit! The bartender knows his stuff!
If you are looking for a bar to have some beers after work with your co-workers this is the place. Cheap prices and good ambiance
Great staff. Best dive in midtown. Go for Gio and a Pokemon shot.
As everyone else says... small dive bar. It just reopened 3 says ago, so it wasnt too busy. Still fun when someone ordered the special shots! No food available. Reasonable drink prices.
Love the ambiance! So chill
Such a fun bar! The bartenders are hilarious. You can get their prompt shots and they have different funny acts.
I came here few weeks ago my first time coming to this bar, AMAZING!! Signature drinks. My favorite drink from this bar Darth Vader
We had a great time here. My bf absolutely loved the Mexican Destroyer shot (must do if you like spicy and if only mildly like spicy I suggest the Mexican Candy) and the prop shots we did for Harry Potter and Spongebob was fun and entertaining. The bartender was amazing and I wasnt even mad at our bill at the end of the night. Go here if youre looking for a great night for your money. You wont be disappointed.
Cool place, very entertaining. The costumed theme shots are pretty fun, and the bartenders make it even better with their antics. It might seem a little gimmicky if youre a local but its more fun than what you would think. If youre tired of the regular dive bar experience and want something new check it out.
Experienced my first tide pod shot here! Cute little bar but very nice
A fully immersive experience! Order the specialty shots, you won’t be disappointed
Amazing place with some pretty innovative shots and cocktails. In case youre wondering what the picture I shared is about, its the Harry Potter shot.
The best bar in NYC. It is a special place. 🙂
Best bar in NYC. Themed shots were such a genius idea
One of my all-time favorite bars. Creative novelty shots (some with music and fire!) that are so much fun! Unfortunately, since this bar is so awesome, it is always crowded, and the narrow layout does not help. Either plan to go early in the evening, or somehow become best friends with the bartenders.
Fun bar to start the night of youre not interested in drinking much. Tons of fun gimmick shots, though the gimmicks quickly get stale, especially the ones that cause the jukebox to get paused or drinks to not be served. After an hour you will have seen everything and the novelty will have likely worn off. But if you know what youre getting yourself into and limit your exposure, youll have a blast.
A friend of mine reccommended that I go to this bar. This bar is amazing. The shots are so much fun and reasonably priced for NYC. The staff is absolutely wonderful. I left my wallet at the bar and they contacted me almost immediately and everything was still in the wallet. We need more people like this in the world! Thank you to the bartender Brian. I will definitely return.
This place topped expectations. We came for their fire shots but they werent able to do them for some reason. Our party of 4 was bummed at first and we were going to walk out. Im glad we didnt. We did two of the themed shots and were not disappointed! The themed shots came with music, props, and amazingly entertainment from the bartenders. It was even fun to witness other people in the bar do the themed shots. Other shots are reasonably priced.
This is the spot to go for a good time. The bartender was one of the best I have ever had the pleasure to meet. Brought my little brother here for his 21st and they treated him like a King. Singing Pokemon theme song, or having a light saber fight is just another day at this spot. And the prices are the best around the area
The bartender was awesome and fun! They have a special list of shots named for fantasy lovers and geeks alike. I would recommend this bar to anyone despite its small setting. Bring friends or a date!
Great shots. Great bartenders. The place is super fun and really stands out once youre inside. The little skits they do whenever you get a special shot are super cool and its a must visit later at night.
Incredibly lit but very cramped. Be ready to be shoved up very close to strangers, and still have an absolutely amazing time. Bartenders absolutely make this place. Order the most ridiculous things off the menu for the most fun. Only downside is its a lot of shots!!! But you probably know that if youre here for that. Would definitely come back!!
I’ve never reviewed a place before, but Barcelona Bar deserves all the praise. A buddy and I came to visit from California and found our way over there. The staff, energy, and vibe was amazing. Really friendly, entertaining, and just a plain old good time. I’ll definitely be dropping by every time I visit NYC in the future.
Drinks are strong and the people are great!!
The themed shots are really fun and quite tasty!
I came here with a few friends for drinks. They have a happy hour where draft beers are $3 so its not bad. Their happy hour doesnt cover their famous shots though. We ordered the Pokemon, Harry Potter, Star Wars, and Lord of the Rings shots. Yes, the bartender takes out props for you to wear and puts on the music. I feel like they just light everything on fire. Theyre pretty pricey though for the shots. The space is super cramped and cannot fit a lot of people so you have to come early. I doubt I would come back.
I thought this was a typical dive bar when I went in. No. This place is crazy. Its all themed shots for movies and tv shows. When you order a shot, they put a costume on you, cut the music, start playing the theme song of whatever you shot it and thenthe bartender starts acting out a weird skit while making you take the shot. This place is good for groups and good for fun dates.
Loved it. Cool shots. Fun props and music!
I always bring my out of town friends here to experience the shots.I also happen to like showing up early and enjoying the friendly staff and divey atmosphere before it gets crowded at night.If you have found this review, stop by this place at least once!Do not put money in the jukebox though, as once the shots start going you wont hear much of your music.
What a treat. Super cheap happy hour specials and tons of fun. Saw Harry Potter, Mario, and Game of Thones themed shots delivered with aplomb in the hour we were there. Definitely worth popping in.
Cool dive bar. Cheap drinks cheaper shots... They have theme shots here so if you order a certain type of shot, u get a little show along with it. Pretty dope! We had a great time and I definitely wanna go back and try some other shots
AWESOME BAR and a AWESOME Bartender!First time coming here with a bunch of friends and Im glad they choose this place.Very chill vibes at this joint, when you order a themed shot from the special shots menu the bartenders either get into character and/or play music associated with that theme you have chosen.Ordered a round of the Lord of the Rings shots, and the bartender light those baby on fire and kept puffing fuel to make the fire even bigger. Along with puffing fire, he was quite the actor and shouted out lines from the movie and pretended to be a wizard.The most epic moment Ive experienced at a bar.
Theme group shots are the thing here. Order a Jedi and have a lightsaber duel with the bartender, order a Fellowship with eight other people, or order a Full Metal Jacket and belt out Sir Yes Sir as the bartender insults you. The shots themselves are just okay and the space is tiny, but the theatrics are great fun.
This place is awesome! The shots all list whats in them and most of them have a cute theme to it. So kitschy and fun! I love the Harry Potter one, because I am a huge Harry Potter nerd. #Griffindor4lifeThe shots taste pretty good too. A great spot to pre-game since its pretty narrow and theres not a huge bathroom.
A dive bar in midtown! The drink are really affordable and they have a great selection. The reason you come here is for the theamed shots. They have Harry Potter, Star Wars, I went with 4 friends so we did the teenage mutant ninja turtles shots. They give you you toy props to play with and to take pics with. They also play the theme music over the speakers when people order a shot. Check this place out! They accept credit and debit cards.
This place was fun and the bartender was putting on a show!! Great service great drinks!!
This bar is super fun, the drinks and shots are delicious so many flavors and the bar tender was so awesome!
Amazing bar! Best staff ive ever been attended by. Thanks to Chris for showing us a great time and serving us with an inviting personality. The drinks were perfectly executed and properly explained. Highly recommend this place for anyone new to the city or any locals looking for a new place to unwind.
This is a really fun dive bar. They have all kinds of themed shots that the bartenders play out with you. Prices are very reasonable for Manhattan. Definitely a place to go to at least once.
Yes they have some cool and unique shots, but its a little gimmicky. Major problem we had was terribly slow service. One bartender worked the entire large bar, which is a problem when setting up the complex themed shots.
This place is so much fun!!! Some of the shots have crass themes so dont go if that will rub you the wrong way. Great place to go for a birthday or to bring out of town guests. Super small bar and a little pricey, but thats just NYC.
You wonna get Harry Potter shot. This is all i can say about that place.
Amazing place! Every bartender I’ve met here was so great. They will literally keep you entertained all night lol Crazy shots that come with props and wild presentations. Great pre-game spot or after work drinks spot
Im not really sure if Im reviewing the bar or our bartender (Adam), but I guess like a cocktail the two elements combine to make the experience what it is.The dive bar is a genre of drinking establishment we arent really privy to in the UK so while in Manhattan I decided to take a few in. During the course of my limited, alcohol impaired research mission Barcelona Bar was among the best I found.The exterior is unassuming enough that even though I was navigating there using my phone we almost missed out. I was probably a little drunk mind, so your mileage may vary. Once you enter you are met with a long bar stretching along the right hand side of the room with a couple of tables at the back. Its dark inside without being gloomy.On the wall are chalkboards listing the various drinks on offer. Dont expect to see anything you recognise, but dont expect to just get a drink either. You are ordering an experience!There is pyrotechnics, outright sadism and no doubt many other gems lurking in the drinks menu. The memory of my friend enduring a Full Metal Jacket is one which will remain with me for a very long time, it was the best $20 I ever spent.
Very divey! Not very clean... everything you touch is sticky. Extensive list of shots even tho u have no idea whats in them. Bartenders can use some customer service training. Dont waste money on the juke box... its paused during shot songs... but then they never unpause it and allow their watered down playlist to keep playing... so u lose out on your money.
I found this place small, cramped and really underwhelming. The shots are expensive considering what goes into them. I did find the bar staff experienced and friendly. The theatrics which go into the making of each shot is really what this place is about- they use props, uniforms and music etc specific to which one you order.
Ive been wanting to check this gem out for months finally got to do it on my birthday weekend. The staff is so friendly and fun. Awesome vibe and the drinks are just on point. 100% recommend
Brian was an absolute legend! Ive never laughed so hard as I had when we ordered the Monica Lewinsky shot. Also did the Harry Potter shot but starting with the Monica was quite the experience. This is the kinda bar where the bartender will make or break the experience and brian sure as hell did not disappoint. Id go back here again in a heartbeat!
Bad word. Its a novelty bar, with novelty drinks. A bartender should not turn into a sour puss when you ask her to make one of the cooler novelty shots.Otherwise the bar is nice. The bartender who I presume is the owner was extremely nice, friendly and made the shots fun.I will go there again...and make sure I avoid the female bartender.
Cute bar with lots of themed shots. For certain shots they will play music and perform some theatrics for the shot. For example, for the Harry Potter shot, they will play the theme song, sort you with the sorting hat and perform some “magic.”
Rowdy dive bar with a mind-boggling number of themed shots, many of which are delivered with an entertaining show. If your night needs a spark of energy, pop in here and you will come out raring to go.
First of all, this bar is pretty cool at first glance. Our complete experience was less than that, sadly. We went to drink and play darts. The bartender was nice and originally eager to help us.We waited for an hour or more for the employees of the bar to finish playing their game of darts, only to have them eventually put us on a list.We waited and drank. While we waited we received exponentially worse service as time went on, which started as OKAY to AWFUL. The bartender went out to have a smoke for 20 MINUTES, while we sat thirsty and wanting of cold beverages, one of the friends(frustrated to say the least) in our party decided to send a funny message by setting our glasses behind the bar, which was regrettably a mistake. Regardless of our mistake, now the dart player employees decided to now start WORKING. They took our message as an insult and told us to LEAVE.After they commanded us to leave, we decided as a respect of our time and initial experience with our bartender to pay our bill even though we didnt need to, as they were urgent about our departure.If you want a pure dart experience, do not go here. There are far better bars in NYC with better dart environments.TLDR: Employees hog single dart board, bartender leaves for 20 minutes, and we are out of luck sitting thirsty and wanting of beverages.
A dive bar with a worth-while twist! Novelty shots make for fantastic jump off point or a cap to the evening. Have your camera at-the-ready and consider pre-setting to Video mode.I recommend the Top Gun and the Harry Potter.
After much hype, we were greeted by an abrasive, burn out of a bartender who publicly humiliated us when we failed to drink our shots properly (even when we asked beforehand as it was a flaming shot).Following that we were ignored for the rest of our time there as customers all around us were served without fail. Sadly a night was ruined by this incredibly unproffessional individual who cost his bar custom all based on his poor, childish attitude...still, the flames were cool...Ill give him that.
So much fun! Endless list of shots. Some make you wear.goofy hats and they play a song while you take the shot. Highly recommended!!
Narrow, themed, unique dive bar. Come here preferably after filling your stomach elsewhere with some food, just so you dont puke by the end of it. Its a place known for shots and people often get carried away and get into a shot-marathon!Shots here come with accessories you get to don - aviator sunglasses for the Top Gun, Indiana Jones hat, Crown and an ancient goblet for the Return Of the King, all this with with a soundtrack from the movie/TV show. Wait! It doesnt end here. For most of these shots, the bartender has something interesting to do or say or enact while hes making the shot! Btw, remember to return the accessories, once youre done with the shots. No, you dont get to keep them.This place boasts of 100+ shots to choose from but my all-time favorites are The Return Of the King and Indiana Jones. Theres apparently a Monica Lewinsky shot which involves donning a black wig and doing a BJ on the glass! Sounds eccentric, never tried that one.They have $5 and $7 shots from what I last remember. A small fun place with loud music, themed shots, engaging bartenders, dim lighting, just perfect for letting your hair down and having fun!
Cool staff nice environment good drinks !! Super affordable to be on the city recomendada👌
It doesn’t matter if it’s good or not... it’s five bucks for a beer. They also seem to randomly Knight people with plastic swords.Good juice box, cheap but flat beer, darts board. It’s Okay man.
Fun shot bar. This hole in the wall bar near columbus circle has a neon shot glass sign to signify its location. Small and crowded, this place does have some really stellar novelty with elements of costuming and theatrics, combined with silliness and alcohol. Besides the shots where the bartenders pretend to be Harry Potter or feign sexual acts, the hundreds of other shots have unique flavors Ive never previously experienced-chocolate pretzel, eggo waffle, swedish fish, gummy bear, etc. No DJ, no real dance floor, and not alot of space or a particular crowd, but this bar does shots and it does them very well. My favorite shot was the Labyrinth movie shot.
Amidst the Irish pubs and overpriced lounges, this is the place you go if you live dive bars, decently priced drinks and over 100 themed shots. Totally went here for the Harry Potter shot thats butterbeer flavored and comes with music and props but stayed for the chill vibe. Trivia happens on Mondays with the friendly bartender, Mike.
One of the true NYC GRUNGY/DIVE bars that offer movie themed drinks w/entertainment. Pricing is not as steep as other local area bars, however, it is the city , so you wont get much if youre on a budget.
Raucous and lively spot with fun, themed shots. Or just grab a beer and people-watch. A little more authentically dive-y, and can be crowded at peak times. Everyone should go at least once!
This is like the place for themed shots, if youre into that kinda thing. There are so many you could get lost on the menu alone. Kinda pricey for what you get but you wont lack for entertainment as the bartenders wield fire or snippets of nostalgic tunes come on.
Oh Barcelona Bar, let me counteth the ways...Came here recently on a Thursday afternoon with one of my best friends because she had been wanting to try this place for quite some time. One of her co-workers had promised her that this bar was a haven of creatively named and interestingly made shots.In short. Her co-worker was RIGHT.There are precisely 3 really, really large black boards (about maybe 3 or 4ft high - I took pics and posted em, go look!) with 2 columns on each of nothing but shots. Most are $5, some are $7 and more deluxe ones are about $9-10. Shots with names like Fordham Rams (my alma mater yall!), Smore, Im Not A Whore, Slow Steady Screw, Strawberry Blonde Tease, Derek Jeter, Orgasm, Screaming Orgasm, Honey Boo Boo and some traditional ones like Baby Guinness, Red-Headed Slut and Dirty Girl Scout also make it into their Shot menu.I was also a big fan of movie-inspired ones such as Full Metal Jacket and my friend was enthralled with their Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings themed shots. They even had The Simsons legendary Flaming Moe (curious if they use Krustys Cough Syrup in it, lol).This bar has a full line-up of alcohol in virtually any flavor from salty caramel Smirnoff, jazzy Pinacle Vodka flavors to Stoli, Absolutes (blech!) and everything in between. Im sure they make great cocktails here, but youd be silly if you didnt try this place for their shots.Service-wise I thought their bartender was a peach. I feel awful that I dont remember his name...but he was a peach nonetheless in that tough-love, Im a dick, get over it, tough love kinda way. I like that, I find it charming and refreshing in a sea of bars where bartenders like to hit on their patrons or be awkwardly chummy chummy.Surely this guy knew why my friend and I were there. We were there for SHOTS. We each only had 2 because we were on our way to a mutual friends house to cook dinner with overpriced Whole Foods ingredients (whole other story...) and didnt want to be drunk.We will come back here again because we are always down for shots...good shots, not shitty ones or regular ones you can get anywhere (I like Jameson shots at most places, thanks!). I highly recommend the Smore and the Strawberry Blonde Tease. My friend got the Fordham Ram - tasted a bit like Cherry Cough Syrup and Fruit Punchs fat, older cousin and the Slow Steady Screw tasted a bit like Lychee...not a complaint, simply an observation.5 stars for being a pretty unique bar that caters to an interesting crowd in Hells Kitchen and kinda feels like it should be on LES...10 years ago, before things got lame.Now, I leave you with some intellectual speak from 2 wise men who formerly went by the moniker LMFAO - So cups in the air, everybody lets take shots.*Drops the mic*.
Do all three shots and your set! #1 harry potter, #2 full metal jacket, #3 monica lewinsky. Probably fun 1 or maybe 2 times before it loses it appeals. Worth checking out if you like specialty shots with a story.
Great concept with amazing ambiance with great choice of shoots...perfect for a night out of craziness and fun. The bartenders are just great entertainers and have all the accessories to rock the place...not for a quite night!
Small location but the shots are very entertaining to watch or hear before you take them! Try at least one while you are there. The bar is also big on Boston sports
No food but lots of tvs for games and you can bring whatever food you want in. Go there often enough and the songs for the shot specials will end up driving you crazy. Dart board in good shape but taken down when it gets packed.
Fun place, was hard to get bartenders attention though because they were so busy with the shot buyers. (We were drinking beer). All good tho, it was entertaining.
Fun atmosphere. Typical dive bar feel. Great bottled beer selection but disappointing beer on tap. Innovative names and shot selection.
Come to NYC for any reason, but come here for a taste of home. Amazing prices, amazing staff, and that dive atmosphere that you didn’t know you wanted, but you do. As a bar manager myself, I can’t reccomend a place in Manhattan more than this. It feels like home
Hip dive bar, cheap drinks. Not the most attentive service, but the bartenders were cool people.
This is a nice small bar where the price of the beers during happy hour are prety low. 12 dollar for a pitcher and 3 dollar for a pint seems a fair price to me.
Took 15 min to get a drink because the bartender was too busy singing spongebob. Watched the bar back use his hands for ice that went in drinks. Had flat Red Bull that had been sitting out for who knows how long . Chairs were so old the foam in the cushion bar stools were all exposed as well as the cushion under the bar. Very disappointed and the ice thing is gross and unsanitary
Very entertaining with exciting shots that are lit on fire, come with props, special theme songs, and/or theatrical shorts from the bar tenders. My favorite is the Harry Potter Shot.
Some of the cheapest drinks so far. The bartenders are super helpful and courteous
Glad to hear you guys are reopened! Great place to pre game and take fun and creative shots!!
This is my favorite bar that Ive been to in NYC, has a super friendly atmosphere and seems like a generally chill place with just about the cheapest drinks youre going to find anywhere in Manhattan
Not as fun as I remember it. Looks like they had to pull back on a lot of what they used to offer and the bartender when I went just kind of went through the motions didnt really make a show out of things like they have in the past. Still fun to visit.
A lot of fun drinks. Quick, laid back service. This bar is in a great spot thats close to Central Park.
It is an small great place to have a good time drinking some beers... The customer service its amazing they also use customs in some special drinks (I remember the Harry Potter drink was great haha).
I love this dive bar!! The shots arent incredibly strong (except for a few exceptions) but theyre so delicious and reasonably priced you wont care!
One of the best dive bars in NYC. Great drinks and drink activities. Check out the number of drinks on the wall for some entertaining bartender activity. Darts, jukebox also available.
The shots were amazing 🤩
Fun shots and great atmosphere! Bar tender was awesome!
The Classic American Bar! TVs playing basketball, Jukebox playing music, nice prices, kind staff and full of happy people singing loud their favourite song!
Relaxed and fun.. enjoy
Went here for nye because Times Square was packed. Best decision ever. Props to the bartender, he served us almost instantly every time, and has great energy
This place has gotten increasingly disappointing over the years. The shots are getting more expensive, more boring, and less strong. Really not worth the tiny space and loud music to whete you cant talk. #bringbackoldbarcelonabar
I came here specifically for the harry potter shot cause Im nerd like that and was not disappointed. They have a bunch of other shots with different themes. Its like a fancier cheap shots.
Love it at Barcelona! I’ve been for dinner several times and never had a bad dish. Great for tapas and options for vegetarians!
BEST BAR EVER! HANDS DOWN! AND BEST BARTENDERS! I LOVE CHRIS, MIKE, JASON, GIO AND FELICIA!
Great Thursday spot and very well priced shots and drinks
Awesome shots bar where they do a performance for each shot! The bartenders really get into it making this a really fun stop in the Columbus circle area
Amazing service and fun themed shots! Bartender made our experience awesome and by far the best service I had here!!
Great dive bar. Cheap, great music and nice bartenders.
Great atmosphere! The bar tenders take their shot menu seriously! Fantastic vibe for a group
Definitely doesn’t remind me of Barcelona.... but this place gives off some really fun vibes from the moment you step in. They sing show toons!
Amazingly fun shots and great atmosphere. Very casual. Great pre-game place or somewhere to stop in for a drink or two
Gio is a gem. Fun silly place. Order some special shots, you will not regret the first one. Might regret the 5th one though. Dont me determine that for you though.
Cute little dive bar. Not too many beers on tap but they have a good bottle selection. Just wish they had food
OK dive bar. Came because I thought all domestics were on happy hour, but not so. Just Bud and a couple other crappy equivalents. One beer and left.
Crystal is an amazing barshieldmaiden. Any of the preformance shots are amazing when she does them. Decent prices and the shot selection is astonishing.
Awesome dive bar, the special shots come with songs. We did Harry Potter, top gun, Darth vader, and the tardis
This bar is fun!Omg I love the shots they have!It was so fun and interactive!I cant wait to return
Fun bar with great theme shots. A bit of a show included with shots! Fun place to grab a drink.
Best bar in Manhattan. No doubt. Reasonably priced, great drink range and friendly staff. Im Australian so Id know.
Best themed bar in the city. Be sure to try their special shots here. Itll be worth the trip.
By far the best and fun bar Ive been too, I would highly recommend.
Seamus Mullen and Suba owner Yann de Rochefort are the partners behind this larger and even more modern take on Barcelonas famous tapas bars.
Shot bar. Take 100 shots and create your own shot, which will live on in the bar forever #happyhour solid jukebox. Lively bartenders.
Ive never been to a shot bar, but Id go back to this one. The staff were great and the shots were fun.
Highly recommend this little gem. Great atmosphere, great service at amazing prices! Be sure to stop by. You wont be disappointed.
Quick dive bar drink while in the city. Great little bar neighborhood feel. Gotta try their many different $5 shots!!,
Quirky bar with a long list of interesting drinks and shots. Very theatrical - youll see what I mean.
The night starts off amusing with the awesomely themed shots and before you know it youre rapping songs from the mid 90s. Its one of those nights!
Really looked forward to visiting here after reading the reviews before we came. It was ok, but dont think Id go out of my way to return, for me nothing special
If you’re looking for a place to laugh, and do lots of shots, then this is your place! There are literally 100s of varieties of themed shots – get the Harry Potter or the Return of the King.
Amazing bar with friendly bartenders, really fun signature shots and always a fun crowd
Staff is great. Im not really a fan of bars but this place was fun
Really fun place to get drinks and start your night. You might just end up staying the whole night. Cheap too!
The most fun Ive ever had in midtown Manhattan. Pretty affordable too compared to other bars in the area.
A very fun bar with a dive feel. They have a lot of specialty shots that come with a show by the bartenders
This is where you go when you want to feel like youre at home in a big city. The people couldnt have been better! I will definitely be back!
Friendly staff, great atmosphere, amazing variety of drinks. Awesome pricing too 😊
Awesome bar, as part of the Lally Boyz I really do recommend this bar. My mate TL loved this bar, and he only usually likes the spud bar.
Nice bar, service was super friendly, had props for speciality shots, very entertaining
So fun. Definitely do the theme shots!
Order a themed shot here its a fun experience! Drinks here are very reasonably priced.
Amazing ambience and lively crowd. bartender are awsome. nce shots. little expensive tough
Great fun. Dive bar with a twist. Take several shots. Thats what makes this bar fun.
One of the best bars in NYC! The shot menu is so fun!
The bartenders are super nice and fun! What a great bar!
Ive been coming here since 07, its always been a fun and welcoming atmosphere for me and my friends.
SHOTS! Its like a blurry memory that peeps through the blackout drunkenness. Expect to be surrounded by 20-something boys and girls pushing each other to the edge of consciousness.
Really fun bar with the largest selection of shots Ive ever seen
An awesome bar for any pop culture geek, the shot selection is exquisite.
Wonderful dive bar with a regular crowd in a sea of shots and surprisingly colorful atmosphere.
Always a great time! Love that the bartenders go all out!
Fun place just outside Times Square that didnt soak you on drink prices.
Didn’t get any shooters but the atmosphere and the staff where awesome!
A very bad experience, bartenders are not friendly...a waste of time to ask for a drink...i suggest to go to another bar. NY have alot
Best place for shots and a different experience with drinking butt remember to go at the start of the night
Ridiculously fun atmosphere. Specialty shots at reasonable prices.
Maybe one of the last truly unique bars in New York. Try a Harry Potter shot and never look back
Fun place, fun shots, great bar tenders. Great all around.
Fun place with themed shots. Great music selection in jukebox as well!
I came to this place for a stint at a bachelor party. All the theme songs make this place fun.
I love this place! I recommend the Grey Potter and Star Wars shots!
This is a MUSTTTT GO place if your are in New York,
Gimmick bar for shots based off of pop culture. Fun once or twice.
Cool bar especially for a small dive type bar , nice crowd usually
The skits they perform with the shot specials make it worth stopping in.
Popped in while visiting Battery Park. Nice atmosphere, good beer selection.
Great bar, and the bartenders will put on a good show
Fun themed shot place. Total dive with city prices. Novelty in the themes and service.
Small bar, great ambient, awesome bartenders with great customer service!
Chill dive bar vibe. Definitely will be back.
The barman have a good show!!!
First time we get show ordering a shot, thats very cool!!!
Good for group shots. Steer clear of all the sweet shots. Good place to chill
Anyplace charging $60 bucks for men and $40 bucks for women (Saturday night) just to get in SHOULD BE SHUT DOWN! smh #HighwayRobbery
Such a fun place where every shot is another cool show to enjoy
Number one bar in NYC!!!
I love this place love the themed shot menu i stop by everytime i go to new york
Amazing staff! Great atmosphere!! Very friendly crowd!!
Great secret dive bar near time square. They have a lot of amusing speciality shots
Shots are fun with friends
Tons of fun shots! Would be great group location
My favorite spot for drinks in Manhattan ❤
Total reviews rating 4.5
199 Reviews for Barcelona Bar 2023:
Review №1
2022-01-18Was here last weekend coming from Chicago. It was my second time going. Just got to say this bar, is one the best bars I’ve been too. From the great service of the bartenders and to the many random types of people that come to enjoy their amazing prop shots. Give it a try, it will be a drunken good time.
Review №2
2022-06-15Very cozy little place. A very attentive and nice waiter. Good drinks for a reasonable price.
Review №3
2022-07-25One of my absolute favorite bars to go to with friends! Love the themed shots and amazing bartenders. Great price and fun atmosphere
Review №4
2019-03-30The price of the drinks are reasonable and they have variety of drinks. Small places, but good for groups. The bartenders are nice and friendly. I would definitely suggest this place to try.Favourites on 5$ drinks are watermelon, pineapple up side down and Harry Potter.
Review №5
2019-08-03I would give this place 3.5 stars if I could.Pro - Fun and inexpensive dive bar with a lot of quirky shots for $5 each. Their music shots are a lot of fun to (looks like most people usually go for the Harry Potter shots) which is accompanied by the theme music(duh), costume props and a hilarious act by the really fun bartender. If you’re into shots be sure to check this place out as they have a really huge selection you can order from.Con- My only turn down was the ambience in general. The table and the menu were worn out and sticky.So overall -4 stars for the service and bartender5 star for the fun shots and drinks2 stars for the ambience
Review №6
2022-01-29Definitely recommend. The bar tenders are fun and get into it. It is a small place so it fills up quickly.My only complaint was I felt like they werent very attentive to us, but it was just two of us compared to the other groups of 4-6.We only ever got their attention when theyd pass by us to put a drink on someones tab.But despite all that, we had a great time. They have various themed shots based off of stuff like Rick N Morty, Squid Game, Pokemon, Rocky and so on.Definitely want to come back
Review №7
2019-04-11Ran into this bar after watching a broadway play nearby on my last vacation. Its a pretty cool bar with a very lively atmosphere. Went here twice over the week and the bartenders were courteous and awesome. Extremely large selection of (relatively) pricey shots, but you can also order beer and any other drink you want. Good place to watch sports or hang out, but the place is not that big so dont expect to bring large groups of people.The musical shots are super fun, and the bartenders play funky music with a full skit during the shots which is hilarious. There is also a dart board for times when it is not too crowded. Will come back here again the next time I am in New York City!
Review №8
2022-01-18The best bar. been coming here for years my 1st time back since covid and it still the same.
Review №9
2019-04-08Great shots. Great bartenders. The place is super fun and really stands out once youre inside. The little skits they do whenever you get a special shot are super cool and its a must visit later at night.
Review №10
2022-04-14If you are a person with disabilities, DO NOT go to this bar. I attempted to come here with my service dog, and was promptly kicked out based on the claims that the worker was “allergic to dogs” which is illegal based upon the rules set forth by the NYC Commision of Human Rights. I have already reported the establishment to 311 with the hopes that future individuals are not treated the same way that I was.