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Pak Lou
3 reviews on 1 places
We came three times during our 4 days trip in Barcelona. It’s very close to Park Güell and is well worth the visit. This came as a recommendation from our Park Guell tour guide. The atmosphere and staff are great and always make you feel extremely welcomed.
The prices are so fair and competitive, generous portions and the food quality is absolutely impeccable. There is an English menu so language is not a problem.
Food recommendation:
- Padron pepper (ordered small every time we are there)
- Potata Bravas (Ordered large everytime we are there)
- Steamed fresh mussels (what I ordered was small for just under 6€ but check the size in comparison to my hand! It was huge!!)
- Catalan Crème - so good!
- fried squid
- Seafood black rice (so flavourful)
- Pork shoulder
- Seafood pasta was wholesome and fresh.
We also had pork crackling and fried fish - they were great as tapas with drinks.
Drinks:
- Coffee was one of the best I had in Barcelona. €1.60 for a Cafe Leche - absolute bargain
- Sangria was amazing! It’s about €3 a glass, very generous in size and you would pay €10 elsewhere in Barcelona.
- Beef with lemon was also beautiful. So light and refreshing.
Note
- this is a great quick stop for a snack/drink or dining in place
- weekdays it’s easier to get a table. Weekend (lunch and night) - please expect a bit of a queue but the staff operate efficiently, so it’s never a long wait.
The prices are so fair and competitive, generous portions and the food quality is absolutely impeccable. There is an English menu so language is not a problem.
Food recommendation:
- Padron pepper (ordered small every time we are there)
- Potata Bravas (Ordered large everytime we are there)
- Steamed fresh mussels (what I ordered was small for just under 6€ but check the size in comparison to my hand! It was huge!!)
- Catalan Crème - so good!
- fried squid
- Seafood black rice (so flavourful)
- Pork shoulder
- Seafood pasta was wholesome and fresh.
We also had pork crackling and fried fish - they were great as tapas with drinks.
Drinks:
- Coffee was one of the best I had in Barcelona. €1.60 for a Cafe Leche - absolute bargain
- Sangria was amazing! It’s about €3 a glass, very generous in size and you would pay €10 elsewhere in Barcelona.
- Beef with lemon was also beautiful. So light and refreshing.
Note
- this is a great quick stop for a snack/drink or dining in place
- weekdays it’s easier to get a table. Weekend (lunch and night) - please expect a bit of a queue but the staff operate efficiently, so it’s never a long wait.
Amazing, we stayed really close by and wish we have found it sooner. Would have been our breakfast go to during our stay!
Fresh bakery - chocolate, pistachio croissant, sandwich with cheese, ham and egg is always really wholesome. Drinks are awesome.
There is always a queue in the morning but it moves quickly. We sat outside and there is a gentleman who always keep the outdoor seating area really clean. It’s a lovely small business (believe it’s family owned), would definitely return.
Fresh bakery - chocolate, pistachio croissant, sandwich with cheese, ham and egg is always really wholesome. Drinks are awesome.
There is always a queue in the morning but it moves quickly. We sat outside and there is a gentleman who always keep the outdoor seating area really clean. It’s a lovely small business (believe it’s family owned), would definitely return.
Good experience. First visit and glad to say it was a good decision. Based on Google review, I went for a Falafel and Halloumi Cheese Lebanese Wrap (Added Lamb Kebab as well).
As advised in previous reviews
- Excellent portion size
- Prompt service
- Relatively clean premise
- Fair pricing
The wrap was filled with fresh salads and was great. Would definitely visit again if I am near the area again. It’s not really worth a deliberate visit, but would surely be my choice if I am close by. Next time, I might go for Falafel with Halloumi, as the lamb dominated the wrap and hence the falafel did not stand out.
As advised in previous reviews
- Excellent portion size
- Prompt service
- Relatively clean premise
- Fair pricing
The wrap was filled with fresh salads and was great. Would definitely visit again if I am near the area again. It’s not really worth a deliberate visit, but would surely be my choice if I am close by. Next time, I might go for Falafel with Halloumi, as the lamb dominated the wrap and hence the falafel did not stand out.