To be sure of a little Catalan-Irish craic, this barn-sized, storming pub beloved by locals and expats is just the ticket. Traditional Irish music sessions strike up on Monday; live music also plays most weekends. It’s ideal for football fans wanting big-screen action over their pints, too.
Michael Collins Pub
L'Eixample
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