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Despite El Raval’s reputation as one of Barcelona’s shabbiest and most intimidating districts, it undoubtedly boasts some of the trendiest bars in town.

Populated by a diverse mix of immigrants, tattooed skateboarders, and hipsters, the area offers plenty of café terraces and avant-garde hangouts at which to spend a leisurely afternoon of people-watching.

The El Raval parade continues after dark as the nightly pilgrimage of clubbers makes its way from the popular meeting points of Plaça Reial and Las Ramblas, down the Nou de la Rambla, and finally to the alternative club Sala Apolo, often stopping off at various bars en route.

Gritty as it may be, El Raval is still a much-loved neighborhood popular with local youth, Erasmus students, and all who fly in the face of commercial, conservative society.

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Zentraus

Bar / Restaurant

Party Earth Review One of Raval’s most authentic pre-club bars, Zentraus is a hip joint that draws a large crowd of music lovers looking for an underground vibe. The black-tiled, somewhat industrial motif ... more

Rambla del Raval, 41
08001 Barcelona

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Pepino

Bar / Restaurant

Party Earth Review Anyone determined to hang out with Barcelona’s coolest cats should head to Pepino, a restaurant and bar that is undoubtedly an excellent introduction into the city’s infamous nightlife ... more

Carrer Nou de la Rambla, 44
08001 Barcelona

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Rita Blue

Bar / Restaurant

Party Earth Review Bright colors are the order of the day at Rita Blue, starting with the cheerful blue, green, red, and yellow cloths that cover the tables on its popular terrace on Plaça Sant Agusti ... more

Plaça Sant Agusti
08001 Barcelona

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Dostrece

Bar / Restaurant

Party Earth Review An upscale venue with a hip attitude, Dostrece is a restaurant by day and a relaxed cocktail bar by night. Elegantly set tables and a smart color scheme offer a comfortable yet sophisticated ... more

Carrer del Carme, 40
08001 Barcelona

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L'Ovella Negra

Bar

Party Earth Review Considered by some to be the best first-stop spot in Barcelona, L’Ovella Negra is a rustic tavern whose high wood ceilings, glowing lanterns, stone floors, and cozy wood stoves create ... more

Carrer de les Sitges, 5
08001 Barcelona

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Betty Ford's

Bar / Burger Joint

Party Earth Review Burgers and booze unite at Betty Ford’s, a popular late-night haunt named for a former First Lady who – let’s face it – knew a thing or two about tying one on. Ms. Ford was instrumental ... more

Carrer de Joaquín Costa, 56
08001 Barcelona

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Marmalade

Lounge / Restaurant

Party Earth Review The younger sister to Milk Bar & Bistro, a hip spot in Barrí Gòtic, Marmalade is run by the same people, but her youth cultivates a larger and considerably swankier environment. The ... more

Carrer de la Riera Alta, 4-6
08001 Barcelona

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El Cangrejo

Gay Club

Reviewed by Ernst B.

"Cangrejo is one of the maddest, craziest, oddest bars in the area of Raval. The name literally means ‘crab’ – which would explain the giant glittering ..." more

Calle Montserrat, 9
08001 Barcelona

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Rambla del Raval

Nightlife Area

Reviewed by sam s.

"My Take: A few years back, Barcelona decided to do something about the prostitution and drug problem that was plaguing this part of the city. Although ..." more

Rambla del Raval
08001 Barcelona, Spain

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Absenta Bar

Absinthe Bar

Reviewed by sam s.

"My Take: Absenta offers the neighborhood bar feel that is so hard to find in a big city like Barcelona, but without the creepy old regulars in the co ..." more

Carrer de l'Hospital, 75
08001 Barcelona

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Soho

Hookah Bar

Party Earth Review Hidden away on a narrow street in El Raval, Soho is an authentic Moroccan-run hookah bar offering a distinct change of pace from the frantic Las Ramblas just a stone’s throw away. The ... more

Carrer de les Ramelleres, 26-28
08001 Barcelona

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Moog

Club

Party Earth Review Barcelona’s nightlife is famous for many reasons, but one thing it’s not known for is progressive music venues. Enter Moog, a club right in the center of town whose mission to remedy ... more

Carrer de l'Arc del Teatre, 3
08001 Barcelona

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May 2013

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