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With a bohemian look and feel more akin to a small village than an urban landscape, Gràcia welcomes revelers of all stripes looking for easygoing pleasures. On any given night, hordes of visitors pour into the district’s ancient squares to sample freshly made tapas paired with beer or wine. But for the slightly more adventurous, exploring the graffiti-filled, maze-like back alleyways and side streets usually provides ample rewards: gourmet eateries, upscale wine bars, and contempo coctelerias that coexist in perfect harmony with the neighborhood dives.
An illuminated red globe marks this speakeasy-style cocktail bar, tucked away on a narrow side street. With its cool jazz soundtrack and tiny tables topped with flickering candles, the space oozes sophistication but the vibe is relaxed thanks to the friendly staff.
Diminutive in size but huge in personality and warmth, Elephanta is that rare neighborhood spot that offers a little something for everyone. Patrons enjoy an extensive menu of quality gins and seasonal fruity cocktails in a dimly lighted retro space peppered with comfy mismatched furnishings. Music varies though the ambience is always chill.
Reminiscent of a '50s-style gin joint—black and white with red quilted booths and framed prints—this small-but-swanky bar regularly draws in the crowds due in large part to entertaining master mixologists (nattily dressed in suspenders and ties) and their out-of-this-world experimental takes on cocktail classics.
