Nelumbo - Barcelona

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 chick... read more 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 issue was. As I do suffer with heart disease, she had all sorts of negative scenarios rolling through her mind. She was nervous to leave our table at the door with our coats, hats, etc. in case they disappeared. On top of all this, they served the food before I was freed! They did reheat the food, but that changed the taste and texture of our meal. At the end, they never offered to reduce the bill for the anxieties they put us through. As other reviews state, the food was probably pretty good the first time it was cooked, but we felt that the staff really did not care about what we went through, both being locked in, and the mental anguish my wife suffered.

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 w... read more 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.

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 n... read more 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.

We were looking for something different Tapa'ed out and while sitting at brilliant local winebar Amovino spotted Nelumbo. The decor was fresh exciting and beaut... read more We were looking for something different Tapa'ed out and while sitting at brilliant local winebar Amovino spotted Nelumbo. The decor was fresh exciting and beautiful so we decided to try. We have travelled extensively in Asia and found the food here suberb. It has the best selections from China, Japan, Hong Kong and Thailand in a well balanced menu. We had the deep fried Siam prawns, several other entrees and the veal on a hot plate delicous. The next night it was more entrees and chicken satay with peanut sauce followed by the best fried rice I have ever had. Prices were very reasonable being 50€ including a bottle of wine. The team in the restaurant were all very helpful and delightful to talk to. I highly recommend this wonderful restaurant in Central Barcelona.

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 e... read more 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.