Waiting for Veló

Patience may not be a virtue, but it’s definitely a necessity if you decide to, say, read War & Peace from start to finish or deal with Telefónica. Or wait for some Barcelona restaurants to open.

Because since the originally announced opening date, a then single friend of mine has managed to get married, conceive her first and teach the kid to walk - and this place is only opening to the public next month. My friend’s known for being desperate determined and a fast mover but, still, two and half years have passed.

The place is Velódromo, which has been restored to its original glory by Moritz and now opens with super chef Carles Abellán overseeing the kitchen with classic Catalan bistro dishes. 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.

Legend has it that more than a few creative ideas, political plots, and even civil war strategies were hatched here, and it’s hoped that Velódromo’s new era will be as inspiring as the first 57 years. I hope not having to wait too long for a beer.

Bar Velódromo - opens to the public July 6
Muntaner 213, Eixample Esquerra - 93 430 6022
Open daily 06-03h
Click here for photos from yesterday's press launch of Bar Velódromo.

By MF