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Another side of the main space has a theatre, with a large cinema screen downstairs on level -2 (the two other cinema screens ceased operation in April 2010 in order to be [http://www.barbicantalk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=6379&p=31194 relocated] to other parts of the complex). There are also galleries and exhibition halls, a library, and a very lovely and surprising garden area on level 3.
 Another side of the main space has a theatre, with a large cinema screen downstairs on level -2 — the two other cinema screens ceased operation in April 2010 in order to be [http://www.barbicantalk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=6379&p=31194 relocated] to other parts of the complex. There are also galleries and exhibition halls, a library, and a very lovely and surprising garden area on level 3.
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The food options at the Barbican were [http://www.eatingeast.co.uk/2010/09/22/barbican-food-hall-new-eating-experience-in-the-barbican-centre/ rejigged] in September 2010; there's some information about this [http://www.foodatbarbican.co.uk/ on their blog]. The old [[Waterside Cafe, EC2Y 8DS|Waterside Cafe]] on level 0 is now a "food hall" (see [http://debbiedoesdining.typepad.com/debbie-does-dining/2010/10/barbican-food-hall.html Debbie Does Dining review]), while the Brasserie on level 1 is now the Barbican Lounge. The more upmarket option, Searcy's Bar/Restaurant, remains on level 2.
 <b>Note:</b> The food options at the Barbican were [http://www.eatingeast.co.uk/2010/09/22/barbican-food-hall-new-eating-experience-in-the-barbican-centre/ rejigged] in September 2010, and we haven't yet visited to confirm what's changed (though see [http://www.foodatbarbican.co.uk/ their blog] for some information). The comments in the paragraph below predate this change.
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For food, the main outlet is the [[Waterside Cafe, EC2Y 8DS|Waterside]] (on level 0), which has different counters for serving hot food (usually a meat, fish and vegetarian option), desserts and sandwiches. Mains are around &pound;6-7, and a large selection of desserts and cakes. The seating itself is fairly functional and the space lacks any discernible ambience. Drinking water taps are provided. Other dining options are the Brasserie on level 1 and Searcy's Bar/Restaurant on level 2, a more upmarket outlet with two courses for &pound;24.50.
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<div class="last_verified">Last visited by [[Ewan]] and Jo, 9 November 2008. Opening times taken from the Barbican website, May 2011.</div>
 <div class="last_verified">Last visited by [[Ewan]] and Jo, 9 November 2008. Prices verified at that visit. Opening times taken from the Barbican website, April 2007.</div>
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An arts centre added in the 1970s to the Barbican post-war housing estate at the northern edge of the City of London.

It is set over many levels, in the same brutalist concrete style as the rest of the Barbican. The main auditorium has a ticket desk and cloakroom on level -1 (Stalls), with Circle entrance above on level G. There are bars serving drinks, coffee and snacks on both levels. This space hosts the major events, generally classical concerts.

Another side of the main space has a theatre, with a large cinema screen downstairs on level -2 — the two other cinema screens ceased operation in April 2010 in order to be relocated to other parts of the complex. There are also galleries and exhibition halls, a library, and a very lovely and surprising garden area on level 3.

Note: The food options at the Barbican were rejigged in September 2010, and we haven't yet visited to confirm what's changed (though see their blog for some information). The comments in the paragraph below predate this change.

For food, the main outlet is the Waterside (on level 0), which has different counters for serving hot food (usually a meat, fish and vegetarian option), desserts and sandwiches. Mains are around £6-7, and a large selection of desserts and cakes. The seating itself is fairly functional and the space lacks any discernible ambience. Drinking water taps are provided. Other dining options are the Brasserie on level 1 and Searcy's Bar/Restaurant on level 2, a more upmarket outlet with two courses for £24.50.

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Last visited by Ewan and Jo, 9 November 2008. Prices verified at that visit. Opening times taken from the Barbican website, April 2007.

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