La Plata

La Plata, on Carrer de la Mercè, is a historic bar in Barcelona with a very distinctive identity in the heart of Ciutat Vella. Its format fits what many people look for in a vermouth bar in Barcelona: counter service, tradition, aperitif culture, and a short menu that is part of the venue’s character 🍷.

For anyone wondering where to eat authentic tapas in Barcelona, this is a bar with a classic atmosphere and a highly recognisable offering. As a tapas bar in Ciutat Vella, La Plata stands out for a direct, no-frills experience closely tied to the pace of the neighbourhood and to traditional bar snacks.

Its location also makes it a reference point for visitors exploring the Gothic Quarter in search of traditional tapas in the Gothic Quarter or simply a stop with local flavour 🫒. Ideal for a drink in central Barcelona and an aperitif with a genuinely popular feel.