The Bus, your new 'afternoon' plan in Barcelona
“Shall we meet at 6:00 p.m. in El Maresme?” one girl said to another as they walk down the street. “Maybe we'll get lucky. People usually go at noon and stay all afternoon , because there is an atmosphere... Let's try it, it's worth it! Another young man in the group.
Although they weren't quite sure if luck would be on their side, they all firmly agreed on one thing: The Bus is the perfect 'afternoon' for a Weekend anyone in Barcelona.
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If you are still one of those who look curiously at the London bus from Parc del Fòrum , against which people he waits with rhythm and impatience for his turn to enter, after reading these lines you will want join the wait , because what is found behind the small wooden wall that delimits the enclosure promises, and a lot.
The project that was created around the instagrammable food truck It is initiative of Esteve Almirall and Pablo Viaplana, friends since school and now partners in the organization of leisure events. To bring El Bus to life, they had the collaboration of Kike Sainz, former owner from space.
The car two folds , which was already parked there, remained as symbol of the renovated terrace . And it was not for less, well the classic red londoner came in his day by road from the capital of England and, according to its owners, it could still take a turn. “The story of that trip would give for another report”, they point out.
What is the essence of The Bus? laughs, cocktails that parade in search of their owners, good vibes , an aroma that will make you rethink whether or not to cancel your subsequent dinner reservation, the sea in the background and the ultimate ingredient: live music.
Although the music programming extended throughout the week, the circumstances have concentrated the events in the Weekend: a DJ -Cucut, Arnau Obiols and Virginie are the residents- livens up the atmosphere with sessions in collaboration with C/C Cultural Platform , which digitally broadcasts podcasts from a wide variety of local artists, as well as small concerts are held.
Cocktails and live music. What more could you want?
Give him a twist to leisure what has he brought with him the new normal was the main objective of El Bus, which has both tables where you can sit and enjoy a delicious Tuna tartare or of a
burrata with pomegranate seeds and basil pesto on guacamole , for example, as with a chillout area for those who bet on beers (Alhambra, Hoegaarden and Nomada Ipa), soft drinks, glasses of wine or combined (watch out for the new winter additions).
Although the concept is not that of a restaurant, the gastronomic offer does not leave any diner indifferent.
chicken caesar salads, shrimp or chicken tacos, tuna poke, hamburgers -with a vegan option-, Beetroot hummus, baked potato wedges with chimichurri mayo or squid sandwich are some of the delicious options.
The Bus has not only conquered the youngest, but the public that decides to spend some time in front of the London vehicle is very varied: on this accessible terrace you can celebrate from a family meal with children to a meeting with friends.
Also, if you get infatuated with any piece of its furniture, you can buy everything you find in the terrace of 350 square meters , whose design has been carried out by VLB Studio. Its iron tables with tubular and birch planks, the iron and pine loungers , their beach bags, the straw hats, the posters... Everything is for sale in El Bus.
Oh, and if you don't have anyone to leave your pet with, we inform you that El Bus is not only pet friendly, but also has up to a canine menu composed by energy bars and doggy dentals.
Your new 'hot spot' for Saturday's aperitif
Are you going to miss the next funk plan with R for Disco? If you have doubts about the answer, we recommend that you do not make plans for the weekend: stop by El Bus, it will be worth it.
Address: Parc del Fòrum // Avinguda del Litoral 488, 08019, Barcelona See map
Telephone: 632 741 290
Schedule: Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Additional schedule information: Christmas: open some days during the week. The schedule will be notified on social networks (@busterraza).