El Vuit Gastronòmic

Andreas M. • 111 reviews

March 29, 2024

4/10

In the bustling heart of the city, one expects to find culinary gems that shine with the promise of a delightful dining experience. Unfortunately, not all that glitters is gold, as my recent visit to a local eatery proved. Upon entering the establishment, one is greeted by an ambiance that whispers of intimacy and warmth, a small and cozy retreat seemingly perfect for a quiet dinner. However, the charm is quickly overshadowed by the incessant soundtrack of Jamiroquai tunes emanating from the kitchen radio, a repetitive beat that soon grates on the nerves. The menu, a parade of potential palate pleasers, starts its descent with the shrimps tempura. A dish that should sing with the crispness of the sea instead brought a dissonant note with the unwelcome inclusion of the shrimp's intestine, complete with its unappetizing contents. A careless oversight or a misguided nod to authenticity? The diner is left to ponder. Moving on to the beef tartare, one expects a symphony of flavors, each condiment playing its part in harmony. Alas, the dish arrived incomplete, missing the very elements that give it zest and character. The result was a bland performance that failed to evoke the senses. The culinary ballet continued with the beef fillet, a piece that should have been the crescendo of the meal. Ordered medium, it arrived with a bloody core, an undercooked misstep in the dance of temperatures. A request for a reprise resulted in an overcorrection, the once promising fillet returned well-done, its succulence sacrificed at the altar of the grill. The final act, the chocolate coulant, promised a molten heart of decadence. Instead, it presented itself as a dry, microwaved muffin, devoid of any moist richness that its name would suggest. A disappointing finale to an evening of culinary missteps. In a city where the gastronomic bar is set high, it is perplexing to find such an establishment lauded with grades above 9. One must question the criteria of such ratings, for they seem to be as absent as the condiments on my tartare. In this critic's opinion, the search for culinary excellence continues, as this restaurant fails to make the cut.

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Mike B. • 41 reviews

March 19, 2024

9.5/10

Good food with a view of its preparation via the open kitchen. Friendly service and an enjoyable evening. Recommended.

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Chiara C. • 16 reviews

January 15, 2024

9.5/10

Amazingly well-priced, great food and excellent service. The desserts are homemade and INCREDIBLE — everything on the menu is great. Definitely worth a visit!!

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Kris S. • 42 reviews

January 6, 2024

10/10

Excellent experience I had for the second time in this restaurant. Of all dishes I tried so far ever have been delicious . Very attentive and friendly owner who helps you with the right choices and wine combinations. 100% recommendation

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Dylan M. • 10 reviews

December 30, 2023

9.5/10

Amazing seafood paella and very friendly service staff! Would definitely come back again.

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Suzanne K. • 6 reviews

December 20, 2023

9.5/10

Great food, wonderful service, and an owner that is hands on and cares about the details. The food was absolutely delicious - fresh with quality ingredients! Ambience is low key and relaxing. Highly recommend!

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Victor M. • 8 reviews

November 28, 2023

9.5/10

Vuit Gastronomic is a small restaurant in the Sant Antoni area of Barcelona. It has very generous portions and big tastes. I had the jamon croquets, patatas with the house cheese sauce and tempura vegetables. All of very good quality.

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Jad H. • 3 reviews

November 29, 2023

10/10

One word: amazing. This is a little gem in the heart of Barcelona, and rest assured, you are in the best hands. The owner welcomed us and immediately recommended us the house specials. And trust me we weren’t disappointed. The paella is one of the best in Barcelona. You can taste the freshness. The salmon ceviche? Perfection. The octopus melted in our mouths and didn’t even have that chewy texture. The wine selection is good, the deserts could be more diverse, but by the time you finish your meal you won’t have place for desert. I highly recommend this place and want to thank the owner for such a great evening, I hope I’ll be able to comeback soon.

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Marek S. • 9 reviews

November 13, 2023

10/10

Very nice restaurant. Owner was very friendly and helpful.

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Tomasz T. • 48 reviews

October 31, 2023

10/10

A very real place with Spanish cuisine. One of the few good octopus we ate in Barcelona. We also got to try the seafood risotto, which was also great. We definitely recommend this place.

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