Construction work, scheduled to continue until January 2027, has become a survival test for local shops. Amaya, a landmark since 1941, has paused operations due to significant financial losses and the temporary removal of its outdoor terrace.
“"It is financially unbearable, and the short-term outlook was only getting worse."
Conversely, the site of the former Casa Joan at number 12 has reopened as 700 Milles. Following a major investment by an entrepreneur from Girona, the new venue focuses on traditional Catalan seafood to attract local residents back to the area.
The Barcelona Restaurants Guild continues to advocate for better conditions for businesses affected by the works, which have significantly reduced foot traffic in the lower sections of the Rambla.
