Barcelona has much to offer for food lovers of all kinds, tastes and budgets. Discover our favourite places in town – all of them tested and approved by us!

PAELLA RESTAURANTS

Every visitor wants to try Spain national dish but this is usually a tourist trap.  Avoid restaurants around the Ramblas to eat a Paella (or anything else) and head down to the sea to find the best seafood restaurants (although one of them is on top of the hill).

MARTINEZ

This is our top spot to eat a paella. Since their opening in 2013, locals are heading to the hidden Martinez for their famous lobster rice and the stunning view over Barcelona. Unique location on top of the Montjuic hill (most of the taxi do not know how to get there so put the address on Google map). Also a great place for lunch thanks to their terrace. Booking recommended.

Average price: 40€/person
Ctra. de Miramar, 38
+34 931 06 60 52

CHIRINGUITO ESCRIBA

One of the best paella in Barcelona in an informal setting in front of the sea. Joan – the owner – is the son of the well known Escriba family, famous for their pastries. On Sunday, locals gather at Escriba for their paella lunch so book in advance!

Average price: 40€/person
Av. Litoral 42
+34 93 221 07 29

CAN MAJO

A favorite for seafood at night with a fantastic terrace at the sea. Typical spanish restaurant. Very fresh food and excellent service.

Average price: 30€/person
Almirante Aixada, 23
+34 932 21 54 55

TAPAS RESTAURANTS

Because of the increasing demand for Tapas, you will find them on almost every corner now and despite the stylish looks most of them are not worthy. These are our favourites places in town.

PACO MERALGO

This place outside the touristic area is loved by locals. Only excellent products! Best experience at the bar. 

Average price: 50€/person
c. Muntaner, 171

VINITUS

This place is an exception! Located by the crowded Rambla de Catalunya, it offers excellent tapas to locals and tourists, at an unbeatable price. This is the reason of their success. 

Average price: 30€/person
c. Consell de Cent, 333

TAPAS 24

Just by the famous Passeig de Gracia, the famous barcelona chef Carles Abellan has opened this tiny tapas restaurant. Excellent products. 

Average price: 50€/person
Diputació, 269

CAL PEP

The most famous tapas restaurant in Barcelona (and one of the smallest!). It is said they have the best tapas of the city. The long cue in front of the door might confirm this!

Average price: 40€/person
Plaça de les Olles, 8
+34 933 10 79 61

BEAUTIFUL RESTAURANTS

To see and be seen. But they are also very good places to eat!

BOCA GRANDE

One of the owner and creator of this magnificent place is Barcelona interior designer superstar Lazaro Rosa Violan. A touch of New York in Barcelona. At the 1st and 2nd floor, the Boca Chica is a premium cocktail venue. Sometimes DJ’s are putting music in the toilets…

Average price: 70€/person
Passeig de la Concepció, 12
Tel. +34 934 675 149

EL NACIONAL

Worth to enter to discover the largest restaurant in Spain. This multi-gastronomic concept offers different corners: meat (our favourite!), fish, tapas, cocktail bar… Unique!

Average price: 40€/person
Passeig de Gracia, 24 bis
Tel. +34 93 518 50 53

GASTRONOMIC RESTAURANTS

Why not enjoy some Michelin stars in Barcelona?

TICKETS

Opened by Ferran Adria – the famous catalan chef behind El Bulli (3 times world best restaurant!) – Tickets is a new kind of tapas restaurants. But it usually takes 2 to 3 months booking to be able to enter this uber successful . There might be a last minute cancellation so you can try to call! And i

Average price: 80€/person
Av. del Paraŀlel, 164
+34 932 92 42 54

MONVINIC

The Wall Street Journal calls it one of the best wine bar in the world. And the food keeps the marks! Minimalist atmosphere.

Average price: 70€/person
Carrer de la Diputació, 249
+34 932 72 61 87

ITALIAN RESTAURANTS

Italians are the largest expat community in Barcelona. And they offers excellent restaurants, which is sometimes good after too many tapas. 

LECCABAFFI

Just like an authentic roman trattoria, they have the best pizzas in town. Also handmade pasta and excellent cocktails. On your way to the Sagrada Familia. 

Average price: 30€/person
c. Valencia 341
+34 935 287 693

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

XEMEI

Known as one of the best italian restaurant in Barcelona. Owned by the 2 twins (xemei, in venetian) Max & Stefano. Typical Venetian cuisine (no pizza!). Booking required.

Average price: 50€/person
Paseo de la Exposicion, 85
+34 935 53 51 40

JAPANESE RESTAURANTS

NAKASHITA

A very nice little sushi bar in the booming part of the born area. The chef is from Brasil and he offers a nice twist between both culture.

Average price: 30€/person
Carrer del Rec Comtal, 15
Tel +34 932 95 53 78

SHUNKA

Our favourite japanese restaurant in Barcelona. Open kitchen (try to eat at the bar!) to watch the sashimi being prepared. The brother SHUNKA is more expensive and more fancy!

Average price: 70€/person
C/ Copons, 7
+34 934 12 79 39

BUDGET RESTAURANTS

Cool and surprisingly cheap restaurants with delicious food!

BO DE B

“Bueno y Barato” (Good and cheap) says locals. Their takeaway sandwiches with homemade bred, fresh vegetables and meat (or vegetarian) will tastefully fill you! You can also eat seated, they also serve dishes. Lots of vegetables, chicken, meat … Usually a long queue!

Average price: 10€/person
C/ Fuesteria, 14

RARE BURGERS & MORE

A burger bar with quality products. Artisanal breads, handmade belgian fries and craft beers!

Average price: 10€/person
C/ Casp, 55

MOSQUITO / RED ANT

These 2 tiny restaurants in the Born offers a fresh and tasteful asian food at un-expensive prices. Dim sum, gyoza dumplings and noodle dishes. A must-go very appreciated by locals.

Average price: 10€/person
C/ Carders, 46 (Mosquito) / c. dels Tiradors 5 (Red Ant)

LAS FERNANDEZ

The three Fernandez sisters have created a hip and unpretentious restaurant with a vintage feel (and a cool palmtree 80s foto wallpaper) that specialises in wine and food from their native Leo?n. Daily specials and two turns for dinner at 9 pm and 11 pm – you have to book as the place is always full!

Average price: 25 €/person
Carrer de les Carretes 11
Tel +34 934 43 20 43

MARKET

When you take a look at the prices on the menu in this elegant restaurant – you will be positively surprised! Decorated in a welcoming and sophisticated colonial style by the famous designer Lazaro Rosa Violan and ideal for a romantic dinner – to be followed by a cocktail in the attached “Bar Rosso”.

Optional in the evening:  3 course menu (including wine) for just 21 €
Calle Comte Borrell 68
Tel +34 932 890 130