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Originally published on Monday, 22 June 2009

Photos: Bar Velódromo re-opening

The emblematic bar has been restored to its original glory by Moritz. The original art deco feel has been revived, maintaining many of the original design elements, like the formica-plated steel bar, the mahogany staircase and, crucially to many, the pool table.

Carles Abellán, the new chef, Jordi Hereu, the mayor, and Albert Castellón, director of Moritz, re-opened the legendary place in front of an invited audience, of which many appeared to be regulars from the early stages of the bar that opened for the first time back in 1933.

Bar Velódromo opens to the public on July 6.

Bar Velodromo

New chef Carles Abellán and director of Moritz Albert Castellón

Bar Velodromo

Carles Abellán in front of the original formica-plated steel bar

Bar Velodromo

The pool table remains in place

Bar Velodromo

Carles Abellán, the mayor Jordi Hereu and Albert Castellón opening the place to the public

Bar Velodromo

director of Moritz Albert Castellón in front of his new baby

 

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