User:Doingthisforclass/sandbox/Opium Barcelona- Restaurant, Lounge, Club

Opium Barcelona is a Restaurant and Club placed on the Barceloneta beach. Opium has become the most cosmopolitan leisure’s proposal of the city. Opium merges the benefits of a very select restaurant, cocktail bar and lounge, with a club where the best international DJ’s and artists have left a mark on. A chic and very careful designed environment, unique style and decoration make the difference. The club has become a hotspot to locals, tourists and students alike. Opium Barcelona is sometimes cited as one of the best nightclubs in Barcelona. One of the main reasons for this is its VIP zone which is accompanied by excellent service and a luxurious environment. Opium has other locations in Madrid, Marbella, and London.

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Controversies
In the past, both locals and tourists have run into numerous different issues at Opium, primarily concerning the security staff. There are claims that have been made online on Tripadvisor and other travel review websites, advising people not to go to Opium due to the racism and other cruelty and violence exemplified by the bouncers. Claims were in fact made that “they sent a message with the ticket seller that they didn’t want any Asians inside,” according to an online reviewer. Another review reads, “Went with a big group of people, and the only person not allowed in was the only black girl in our group. She was not drunk and was dressed well-- the bouncers refused to explain why she couldn't enter. Please don't support this place.” Opium has not responded to these claims that have been posted within the past six months.

Additionally, due to the high volume of visitors at Opium, it has become a hotspot for pickpocketers and other criminal activity. Many have reported lost or stolen items at Opium, which have rarely been found or returned after the matter. Many have also reported having been drugged via drink inside the nightclub. Due to these safety concerns, people are often advised not to go to Opium.

Cultural Impact
In recent years, Opium Barcelona has grown into one of the best-known nightclubs in Barcelona and also Spain as a whole. It plays a formative growth in the tourism community as well as among study abroad students. Opium’s success has helped draw in crowds, which also helps surrounding restaurants and businesses, along the Barceloneta beach. Opium plays a wide selection of music, including but not limited to reggae, pop, r&b and hip hop. Additionally, multiple famous DJs and artists have come to Opium to perform. Such artists include David Guetta, Jason Derulo, DJ Snake, Afrojack, Avicii, Steve Aoki and Tiesto.