Phone: +34931523967
Address: Carrer D'Aribau, 32, 08011 (), Espanya, Barcelona, Spain
City: Barcelona
Dishes: 16
Reviews: 973
"After a very disappointing meal at a highly and widely recommended Thai restaurant in Barcelona I had decided to stay off exotic cuisine in Barcelona and stick to local cuisine. Occasional foray into Chinese and Japanese restaurants were comforting. Then about a month or so ago, I happen to read about Nelumbo in the local newspaper and was intrigued. That the chef is a vietnamite living in Barcelona for more than three decades; he runs another restaurant which specialises in eclectic East-West fusion food; that he decides to open Nelumbo to serve authentic South East Asian Street food at affordable prices without compromising on quality. Now that sounded promising to me. So today I lunched there with my companion. Fixed menu €13 including dessert/coffee and drink gave not numerous choices that could confuse the guest, but sufficient enough to showcase South Asian cuisine at its best. Ravioli is actually steamed dumplings stuffed with just the right mix of meat, vegetables and herbs and served seared. The soy sauce that accompanied it was deliciously redolent with fresh ginger. For mains we ordered Beef with tender onions with freshly crushed black pepper and Kaffir lime marinated beef skewers on a bed of acidic-sweet rice noodles salad. Exquisite. Both beef dishes came with fragrant fried rice with hints of prawns and vegetables. In addition to the fixed menu we also tried their Pad Thai. The delectable dish had all the right flavours minus the notorious chilli heat. While Vietnamese food as such sits light on the stomach and the portions served at Nelumbo are just right, the dessert of cocunut cream can sit heavy. Very like the much loved Thai dessert Tab Tim Krob (sweet water chestnuts in coconut milk), at Nelumbo the coconut cream is heavier with rose petals drenched in honey swirling in it and the wild berries acting the perfect foil with their sweet and sour taste. I loved it. Service was impeccable as was the food. No flavour was in excess. The ambience and decor leans towards the zen side, minimal and serene. You could hear the frogs croak now and then, interspersed in the soft background music. I have heard that in Singapore there is a hawkers stall that boasts a Michelin star for the chicken dish that they serve. I can wager that Nelumbo has the potential to play in that league. I shall be definitely visiting the place again. And again!"
Menu - 16 options
All prices are estimates.
Ravioli
Pasta pockets filled with ricotta and spinach, served in a rich tomato sauce.
Pad Thai
Pad Thai: Stir-fried rice noodles with shrimp, tofu, egg, bean sprouts, and peanuts, in a tangy tamarind sauce.
Fried Rice
Stir-fried rice with vegetables, eggs, and choice of protein, seasoned with soy sauce and sesame oil.
Chicken Curry
Tender chicken simmered in a rich, spiced curry sauce with aromatic herbs and a touch of coconut milk.
Chicken Satay
Grilled marinated chicken skewers served with a savory peanut dipping sauce.
User
restaurante que dignifica la popular comida asiática y china, platos bien preparados y presentados. espacioso local, buen servicio y menú diario a buen precio.
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es un excelente lugar de comida thai! los platos son muy buen tamaño y el sabor de todo lo que pedimos parecía excelente. la atmósfera es muy agradable y la decoración también invita mucho. el servicio era perfecto y la experiencia en general es muy buena. Definitivamente volveré.
TimCak
Will definitely come back here. The ribs, pad thai, curries and all the starters were incredibly delicious! The rose went really well with the food and at the end our coconut desserts were a great way to end the dinner. Btw the guys working there are incredibly nice people! I definitely recommend this place.
User
Restaurante en el centro de Barcelona, estilo Thai. Comida buena. Cantidades razonables. Vinos caros. Local no esta mal decorado. Servicio correcto, aunque no te hacen ninguna recomendación al tratarse de un tailandes. Al preguntar por la elaboración de algún plato explicación muy escueta, creo que por no hablar bien español. recomendable.
User
un precio perfecto de combinación, nada caro, probamos el nenu y todo era perfecto, el servicio es muy atento también. el meu son 14 euros sin bebidas, pero así que vi en la carta, los precios fueron mucho mejorados. el lugar es encantador, con el techo y las paredes decoradas de una manera muy original. Hay un espacio donde el techo es una cascada de amapola. un lugar para volver.
jaume
My wife and I have live in Barcelona and have eaten here several times now, and it's always been a nice experience. The food is excellent, the decor fits well with the restaurant's theme, and the service is very good; which isn't always easy to find in a city filled with tourist restaurants and so so service. I would highly recommend trying this place out if you're in the mood for good Thai food, and as one comment noted Tapa'ed out.
TimCollier
We were looking for a place to eat lunch about 4 pm and passed by Nelumbo. The doors were open but the person said that he would feed us even though they were not officially open. The result was a veritable smorgasbord of fine, FINE food. The curry was wonderful and we sampled quite a bit. I thought it was very nice of the restaurant serving us even though they were not open. The interior is warm and inviting, with fantastic wall and ceiling treatments. There is a fine wall fountain that is pleasurable to listen to. If you're ever on Carrer Aribau and want to eat, stop into Nelumbo.
User
Ya sabía cómo trabajar para Lily y quería probar el nelumbo. He estado dos veces en una semana, la primera con mi hijo, 14 años, y la segunda tenía seis, 14 a 86 años. el menú, simplemente el mejor precio de relación calidad. Recomiendo a los nems, algunos rollos con carne acompañados de una salsa caliente, también los saquitos con una salsa agria, los becerros con fideos de arroz que eran muy buenos y el aderezo más. postre pedimos crema de coco con frutas del bosque. Mi hijo parecía el mejor postre del mundo. En resumen, sin grandes pretensiones, es un lugar donde ir con toda la familia si quieres. el servicio correcto, muy amable sin ser cordial, lo follo en mi opinión. Vino. Tienen un vi...
IguanaHunter
We decided to eat here as it was just a block or two from our apartment, and the menu looked pretty appetizing. We ordered some Vietnamese spring rolls, a chicken spicy curry, and chicken satays. Before the food arrived, I excused myself to use the washroom. Much to my surprise and chagrin, the mechanism in the door broke, and I was locked in a stall with a floor to ceiling door. After 10 minutes of pounding on the door and shouting, a staff member came to help. It took 20 more minutes of breaking through the door at the latch to free my from my imprisonment. During all of this time, the staff only told my wife that I was O.K., and they were trying to help me. They never told her what the is...
GeeInd
After a very disappointing meal at a highly and widely recommended Thai restaurant in Barcelona I had decided to stay off exotic cuisine in Barcelona and stick to local cuisine. Occasional foray into Chinese and Japanese restaurants were comforting. Then about a month or so ago, I happen to read about Nelumbo in the local newspaper and was intrigued. That the chef is a vietnamite living in Barcelona for more than three decades; he runs another restaurant which specialises in eclectic East-West fusion food; that he decides to open Nelumbo to serve authentic South East Asian Street food at affordable prices without compromising on quality. Now that sounded promising to me. So today I lunched t...
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Chino Savor the rich, authentic flavors of China with our selection of iconic dishes. From savory stir-fries to mouthwatering dim sum, each creation captures the essence of traditional Chinese cuisine, delighting your taste buds with every bite.
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Carne Explore our mouth-watering meat selection, featuring expertly grilled steaks, tender chicken, and flavorful lamb dishes, each seasoned to perfection for an unforgettable dining experience.
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Asiático Experience a culinary journey through Asia with our diverse menu. From the spicy flavors of Thai curry to the savory umami of Japanese sushi, we offer a wide variety of dishes that celebrate authentic Asian cuisine.
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Tailandés Embark on a flavorful journey with our Thai selection, where fragrant herbs and spices harmonize in every dish, offering a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and spicy tastes for an authentic culinary experience.
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