Dacksy is a cute bar in Gaixample that is well lit (meaning, not a smokey cave with dark lighting) and has a lively atomosphere. Like many bars in Barcelona, it is not very wide but goes back pretty far with a bar on the right just a couple of meters after you walk in the door. There is a side room with small couches and benches for lounging and a more private conversation (but it is not a darkroom or anything of the sort, just a small area off the main bar section). Unfortunately, it has garrish wallpaper that looks like a psychopath selected it. Perhaps it will change some day soon.

The bar is small, averagely stocked, and the drinks are not exactly cheap. A small cocktail is the equivalent of $8 or $9USD. The crowd is mixed with women and men. On my visit, it was an attractive crowd of 20-30 year olds, enjoying music that was loud enough to hear but not so loud you couldn't have a conversation.

It is in a great location so you can easily get to other bars next door or in the area (such as Arena, Dietrich next door, Atame, etc.).

Don't forget to get your free passes to Metro from the bartender.

Been there 2 years ago - the best place for a coctail before the clubbing night!!! And there was a cutest bartender I've seen in my life:)
Ask for "Sour de amaretto" - you won't regret it!