Scandic Coffee & Bar

Catalonia


One of a slew of similar places around Plaça Ricard Vinyes, Scandic serves up goldfish bowl–sized gin and tonics plus other potent mixed drinks. There are no discernible Scandinavian features, save Ikea-style furniture, but service is with a smile.


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