Wine bar
Unclaimed profileBarcelona Wine Bar - Delray Beach
Delray Beach, FL · $$$
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Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Barcelona Wine Bar's outpost anchors a massive Spanish-leaning wine list with over 500 selections, 40+ by the glass, and 50% under $50. Happy hour brings creative mini cocktails at $7 and 50% off sherries and sparkling bottles. The program has earned Wine Spectator's Best Of Award and multiple World of Fine Wine honors, including World's Best Organic Wine List.
- What should I order?
- Start with a porrón of La Nevera, a Rioja available chilled red or white, then explore the 40+ wines by the glass. At happy hour, order a mini Richmond Gimlet or Chamomile Cosmo, and take advantage of 50% off sherries and sparkling bottles.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Wine enthusiasts seeking a deep dive into Spanish and South American regions, especially those interested in organic and biodynamic producers. Also suits anyone who wants a lively happy hour with affordable pours and creative cocktails.
- When should I go?
- Ideal for an early evening tasting session or a pre-dinner drink.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Happy hour mini cocktails are $7 each; La Nevera is $6 per glass or $24 per porrón. With 50% off sherries and sparkling during happy hour, bottles can be a bargain, though full bottle prices vary.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The wine program is among the largest Spanish-focused lists in the U.S., with over 100 regions represented and a strong emphasis on sustainable and organic winemaking. Awards include Wine Spectator's Best Of and World of Fine Wine's World's Best Organic Wine List 2023.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Happy hour offers four creative mini cocktails: Espresso Martini, Dirty Martini, Richmond Gimlet, and Chamomile Cosmo. Each is $7, with inventive ingredients like espresso maple syrup and chamomile bitters. Limited to happy hour, but shows a playful, well-executed cocktail approach.
Menu strengths
- — Creative mini cocktail lineup with diverse flavor profiles
- — Value pricing at $7 per cocktail during happy hour
Standout selections
- — Espresso Martini: vodka, espresso maple syrup, nutmeg, with or without Irish cream
- — Chamomile Cosmo: vodka, triple sec, lemon, pomegranate syrup, chamomile bitters
Pricing: $7 each during happy hour
Wine
An expansive program with roughly 500 selections, over 40 by the glass, and 75% Old World focus. Half the list is Spanish, with 15% from South America. Recognized with Wine Spectator's Best Of Award and World of Fine Wine honors, including World's Best Organic Wine List.
Menu strengths
- — One of the largest Spanish wine programs in the U.S.
- — Strong emphasis on sustainable, organic, biodynamic, and natural wines
- — Multiple prestigious awards including Wine Spectator Best Of
Standout selections
- — La Nevera: Rioja, Spain; available chilled red or white, by glass or porrón
- — Over 40 wines by the glass with 3oz and 6oz pours and flight-building options
Pricing: La Nevera $6/glass, $24/porrón; 50% off sherries and sparkling during happy hour; 50% of bottles under $50
How it sits with the food
Tapas-style menu complements the wine list; the chilled Rioja porrón pairs well with light bites, while sherry's versatility suits a range of small plates. Guests praise the knowledgeable staff for guidance.
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