La Plata<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- Neighborhood: <\/strong>Gothic Quarter<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Price point: <\/strong>$<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Location: <\/strong>Merc\u00e8, 28, Ciutat Vella, Barcelona 08002<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Website: <\/strong>barlaplata.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
La Plata has frequently been chosen as the best tapas place in Barcelona and specializes in simple yet delicious seafood dishes. Check out their whole anchovies \u2014 they are as good as you\u2019ll find in this area (or anywhere in the world, for that matter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are just six tables at La Plata, so expect to eat standing up. But the great atmosphere and traditional Spanish cuisine more than make up for the lack of seating!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nPolleria Fontana<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- Neighborhood:<\/strong> Gr\u00e0cia<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Price point: <\/strong>$<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Location: <\/strong>Sant Llu\u00eds, 9, Gr\u00e0cia, Barcelona, 08012<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Website: <\/strong>facebook.com\/PolleriaFontana\/<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
This tapas bar\/restaurant is located between the Fontana and Joanic metro stations. Owner-chef Nil Ros serves traditional Catalan cuisine and homemade dishes using his grandmother’s recipes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Everything is super fresh, and they do a mean paella. Around 95% of Poller\u00eda Fontana\u2019s products are organically produced and sourced from local farms, ensuring the freshest meal imaginable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The tortilla<\/em> here is a favorite among locals, as is their Ensaladilla Rusa. <\/em>But without a doubt, the best tapa is the roasted chicken croquetas<\/em>, made with a touch of Iberian ham.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nEl Xampanyet<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"El](\"https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Cantabrian-anchovies.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nPhoto Credit: 67jcperez<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- Neighborhood:<\/strong> Ciutat Vella<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Price point: <\/strong>$$<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Location: <\/strong>Montcada, 22, Born, Barcelona, 08003<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Website: <\/strong>barcelona.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
El Xampanyet is located just around the corner from Picasso Museum in Barcelona’s El Borne neighborhood. Despite its touristy location, this place upholds all the traditions of an old-school bar, with blue-tiled walls, barrels and antique curios, and marble tables.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The bar has some excellent \u201ccavas,\u201d which is a great accompaniment to a saucer of Cantabrian anchovies. There is a no-reservations policy, so arrive early to secure a table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nCan Cisa\/Bar Brutal<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- Neighborhood: <\/strong>Gothic Quarter<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Price point: <\/strong>$$<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Location: <\/strong>Carrer de la Princesa, 14, Barcelona 08003<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Website: <\/strong>barbrutal.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Can Cisa is one of Barcelona\u2019s best wine bars and specializes in natural wines. The wine list is encyclopedic, with more than 700 selections, many of which are housed in the wall of industrial-steel wine cages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Can Cisa is attached to Bar Brutal, a celebrated restaurant serving up some of the most eclectic food in the city. Young foodies flock here to try the fresh Mediterranean dishes, and you should, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nJai-Ca<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- Neighborhood: <\/strong>Barceloneta<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Price point: <\/strong>$$<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Location: <\/strong>Carrer de la Uni\u00f3, 17, Barcelona 08001<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Website: <\/strong>barjaica.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
If you want to gorge yourself on giant plates of fried seafood tapas, head straight to Jai-Ca; a no-nonsense, traditional place that\u2019s a winner with locals and tourists alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The emphasis on seafood isn\u2019t surprising, given the location is in a former fishing village. Jai Ca offers various dishes of fried squid, fried anchovies, whitebait, mussels, and much more. The chocos<\/em> (fried cuttlefish) come highly recommended, the beer is cheap, and the local wine is delicious.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThere are a few tables inside and on a covered terrace, but be prepared to queue for a while.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nBar Ram\u00f3n<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- Neighborhood: <\/strong>Sant Antoni<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Price point: <\/strong>$$<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Location: <\/strong>Carrer del Comte Borrell, 81, Barcelona 08015<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Website: <\/strong>barramon.dudaone.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Bar Ram\u00f3n was opened by Ram\u00f3n Estalella in 1939 and is now run by Ramon\u2019s grandchildren, who serve classic tapas such as patatas bravas<\/em> and croquettes<\/em>. There are also a number of excellent house specials worth trying, including steak with foie gras, char-grilled octopus, and rabbit ribs.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Sant Antoni neighborhood is known for its bodegas and low-key tapas bars, so Bar Ram\u00f3n fits right in. The atmosphere is calm and unpretentious, with a young clientele. For consistently excellent and affordable tapas, look no further.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nLa Cova Fumada<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- Neighborhood: <\/strong>Barceloneta<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Price point: <\/strong>$$<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Location: <\/strong>Baluard, 56, Barceloneta, Barcelona 08003<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Website: <\/strong>lacovafumada.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
This classic place dates all the way back to 1944, and if you\u2019re looking for culinary authenticity, it doesn\u2019t get much more real than this. There is no signage, so check the location on a map beforehand. And there\u2019s no menu either! Dishes change often and are all chalked up on a blackboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
La Cova Fumada is most famous for its bomba,<\/em> and plenty of classic seafood dishes are also available. Look out for the lunch specialties and seasonal offerings, too. Wash it all down with a jug of cold sangria for the perfect Barcelona dining experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nBodega La Puntual<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- Neighborhood: <\/strong>Ciutat Vella<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Price point: <\/strong>$$<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Location: <\/strong>Carrer de Montcada, 22, Barcelona 08003<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Website: <\/strong>grupovarela.es\/bodega-la-puntual-barcelona<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Upbeat Bodega La Puntual is a classic, old-school Catalan neighborhood bar with rustic wooden furniture and exposed brickwork. Hidden in plain sight down one of Barcelona’s most tourist-trodden alleyways, this place serves up authentic, high-quality food at a reasonable price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Grab a glass of Cava to go with the glistening Iberian ham. Their Padron peppers and trinxat<\/em> (potato, cabbage, and pork with a fried egg on top) are excellent. If the bar is full when you arrive, see if you can grab a table in the dining room at the back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nQuimet y Quimet<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- Neighborhood: <\/strong>Poble-Sec<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Price point: <\/strong>$<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Location: <\/strong>Poeta Cabanyes, 25, Poble-sec, Barcelona 08004<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Website: <\/strong>quimetquimet.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Quimet y Quimet has been open since 1914. Initially a wine bar, it has evolved into the packed-out place it is now, all under the careful supervision of four generations of the Quimet family. Seating here is limited, and it is always busy, so be prepared to eat standing up!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There is a stunning array of conservas <\/em>(preserves in tins or jars) available for purchase here. And, of course, delicious tapas. We recommend the salmon tapa and montaditos<\/em> (small, open-faced, canap\u00e9-style sandwiches).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nCal Pep<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- Neighborhood: <\/strong>Born<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Price point: <\/strong>$$<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Location: <\/strong>Pla\u00e7a de les Olles 8, Barcelona 08003<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Website: <\/strong>calpep.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Cal Pep is one of the few places where you can actually book a table in the dining room. But for the full Cal Pep experience, it\u2019s worth waiting in line for a seat at the bar, where you can enjoy the hustle and bustle of the kitchen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There’s no written menu, but small dishes on offer include the tortilla<\/em> with chorizo sausage, tuna tartare, and grilled monkfish. Their seafood is some of the best in the area, and this is reflected in the prices, but Cal Pep is undoubtedly a local institution and well worth a visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nBar Ca\u00f1ete<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- Neighborhood: <\/strong>El Raval<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Price point: <\/strong>$<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Location: <\/strong>C\/ de la Uni\u00f3 17, Raval, Barcelona 08001<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Website: <\/strong>barcanete.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Bar Ca\u00f1ete has been featured in almost every guide to Barcelona tapas that has ever been written, so it\u2019s no surprise that it features here too! This family-run restaurant is hugely popular, and you\u2019ll need to book a table several days in advance to secure your spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Traditional Spanish dishes are the order of the day here, alongside the Arroz del D\u00eda <\/em>(rice of the day), which is always deeply flavourful and succulent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nCasa de Tapes Ca\u00f1ota<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- Neighborhood: <\/strong>Poble-sec<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Price point: <\/strong>$$<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Location: <\/strong>Lleida, 7, Poble-sec, Barcelona, 08004<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Website: <\/strong>casadetapas.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
This Galicia-inspired seafood tapas bar is the younger brother of R\u00edas de Galicia, one of the most excellent Galician restaurants in Barcelona. It\u2019s perfect for a post-theatre dinner if you see a show at the nearby Teatre Lliure, Mercat de les Flors or BTM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
El Ca\u00f1ota serves traditional dishes, including patatas bravas<\/em> and Galician octopus, alongside draught beer and top-quality local wine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nEl Quim de la Boqueria \u2014 La Boqueria<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- Neighborhood: <\/strong>La Boqueria<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Price point: <\/strong>$$<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Location: <\/strong>Local 606, Mercat de La Boqueria, Ramblas 91, Barcelona 08001<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Website: <\/strong>elquimdelaboqueria.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Located in the middle of Barcelona\u2019s emblematic La Boqueria, the most beautiful and bustling market in Barcelona, El Quim is a popular central spot. This restaurant is a family business, and sources all produce from within La Boqueria itself. El Quim\u2019s specialty fried eggs with baby calamari are delicious, so be sure to add them to your order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nTake a Tapas Tour<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nFor a journey through the evolution of Barcelona\u2019s cuisine, why not try one of the many tapas tours on offer? There are several different outfits offering a range of tours. Our favorites include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Beer Lover\u2019s Tapas Tour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s hard to beat classic tapas, but when it\u2019s paired with a craft beer, it hits a whole new level. Tapas & Beer\u2019s tour<\/a> combines bar snacks with Catalonia\u2019s finest artisan ales in the hip Sant Antoni<\/a> and Poble Sec<\/a> districts.<\/p>\n\n\n\nEvolution of Catalan Gastronomy Tour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
La Plata has frequently been chosen as the best tapas place in Barcelona and specializes in simple yet delicious seafood dishes. Check out their whole anchovies \u2014 they are as good as you\u2019ll find in this area (or anywhere in the world, for that matter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are just six tables at La Plata, so expect to eat standing up. But the great atmosphere and traditional Spanish cuisine more than make up for the lack of seating!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Polleria Fontana<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- Neighborhood:<\/strong> Gr\u00e0cia<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Price point: <\/strong>$<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Location: <\/strong>Sant Llu\u00eds, 9, Gr\u00e0cia, Barcelona, 08012<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Website: <\/strong>facebook.com\/PolleriaFontana\/<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
This tapas bar\/restaurant is located between the Fontana and Joanic metro stations. Owner-chef Nil Ros serves traditional Catalan cuisine and homemade dishes using his grandmother’s recipes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Everything is super fresh, and they do a mean paella. Around 95% of Poller\u00eda Fontana\u2019s products are organically produced and sourced from local farms, ensuring the freshest meal imaginable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The tortilla<\/em> here is a favorite among locals, as is their Ensaladilla Rusa. <\/em>But without a doubt, the best tapa is the roasted chicken croquetas<\/em>, made with a touch of Iberian ham.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nEl Xampanyet<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nPhoto Credit: 67jcperez<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- Neighborhood:<\/strong> Ciutat Vella<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Price point: <\/strong>$$<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Location: <\/strong>Montcada, 22, Born, Barcelona, 08003<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Website: <\/strong>barcelona.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
El Xampanyet is located just around the corner from Picasso Museum in Barcelona’s El Borne neighborhood. Despite its touristy location, this place upholds all the traditions of an old-school bar, with blue-tiled walls, barrels and antique curios, and marble tables.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The bar has some excellent \u201ccavas,\u201d which is a great accompaniment to a saucer of Cantabrian anchovies. There is a no-reservations policy, so arrive early to secure a table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nCan Cisa\/Bar Brutal<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- Neighborhood: <\/strong>Gothic Quarter<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Price point: <\/strong>$$<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Location: <\/strong>Carrer de la Princesa, 14, Barcelona 08003<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Website: <\/strong>barbrutal.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Can Cisa is one of Barcelona\u2019s best wine bars and specializes in natural wines. The wine list is encyclopedic, with more than 700 selections, many of which are housed in the wall of industrial-steel wine cages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Can Cisa is attached to Bar Brutal, a celebrated restaurant serving up some of the most eclectic food in the city. Young foodies flock here to try the fresh Mediterranean dishes, and you should, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nJai-Ca<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- Neighborhood: <\/strong>Barceloneta<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Price point: <\/strong>$$<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Location: <\/strong>Carrer de la Uni\u00f3, 17, Barcelona 08001<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Website: <\/strong>barjaica.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
If you want to gorge yourself on giant plates of fried seafood tapas, head straight to Jai-Ca; a no-nonsense, traditional place that\u2019s a winner with locals and tourists alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The emphasis on seafood isn\u2019t surprising, given the location is in a former fishing village. Jai Ca offers various dishes of fried squid, fried anchovies, whitebait, mussels, and much more. The chocos<\/em> (fried cuttlefish) come highly recommended, the beer is cheap, and the local wine is delicious.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThere are a few tables inside and on a covered terrace, but be prepared to queue for a while.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nBar Ram\u00f3n<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- Neighborhood: <\/strong>Sant Antoni<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Price point: <\/strong>$$<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Location: <\/strong>Carrer del Comte Borrell, 81, Barcelona 08015<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Website: <\/strong>barramon.dudaone.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Bar Ram\u00f3n was opened by Ram\u00f3n Estalella in 1939 and is now run by Ramon\u2019s grandchildren, who serve classic tapas such as patatas bravas<\/em> and croquettes<\/em>. There are also a number of excellent house specials worth trying, including steak with foie gras, char-grilled octopus, and rabbit ribs.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Sant Antoni neighborhood is known for its bodegas and low-key tapas bars, so Bar Ram\u00f3n fits right in. The atmosphere is calm and unpretentious, with a young clientele. For consistently excellent and affordable tapas, look no further.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nLa Cova Fumada<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- Neighborhood: <\/strong>Barceloneta<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Price point: <\/strong>$$<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Location: <\/strong>Baluard, 56, Barceloneta, Barcelona 08003<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Website: <\/strong>lacovafumada.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
This classic place dates all the way back to 1944, and if you\u2019re looking for culinary authenticity, it doesn\u2019t get much more real than this. There is no signage, so check the location on a map beforehand. And there\u2019s no menu either! Dishes change often and are all chalked up on a blackboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
La Cova Fumada is most famous for its bomba,<\/em> and plenty of classic seafood dishes are also available. Look out for the lunch specialties and seasonal offerings, too. Wash it all down with a jug of cold sangria for the perfect Barcelona dining experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nBodega La Puntual<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- Neighborhood: <\/strong>Ciutat Vella<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Price point: <\/strong>$$<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Location: <\/strong>Carrer de Montcada, 22, Barcelona 08003<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Website: <\/strong>grupovarela.es\/bodega-la-puntual-barcelona<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Upbeat Bodega La Puntual is a classic, old-school Catalan neighborhood bar with rustic wooden furniture and exposed brickwork. Hidden in plain sight down one of Barcelona’s most tourist-trodden alleyways, this place serves up authentic, high-quality food at a reasonable price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Grab a glass of Cava to go with the glistening Iberian ham. Their Padron peppers and trinxat<\/em> (potato, cabbage, and pork with a fried egg on top) are excellent. If the bar is full when you arrive, see if you can grab a table in the dining room at the back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nQuimet y Quimet<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- Neighborhood: <\/strong>Poble-Sec<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Price point: <\/strong>$<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Location: <\/strong>Poeta Cabanyes, 25, Poble-sec, Barcelona 08004<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Website: <\/strong>quimetquimet.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Quimet y Quimet has been open since 1914. Initially a wine bar, it has evolved into the packed-out place it is now, all under the careful supervision of four generations of the Quimet family. Seating here is limited, and it is always busy, so be prepared to eat standing up!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There is a stunning array of conservas <\/em>(preserves in tins or jars) available for purchase here. And, of course, delicious tapas. We recommend the salmon tapa and montaditos<\/em> (small, open-faced, canap\u00e9-style sandwiches).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nCal Pep<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- Neighborhood: <\/strong>Born<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Price point: <\/strong>$$<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Location: <\/strong>Pla\u00e7a de les Olles 8, Barcelona 08003<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Website: <\/strong>calpep.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Cal Pep is one of the few places where you can actually book a table in the dining room. But for the full Cal Pep experience, it\u2019s worth waiting in line for a seat at the bar, where you can enjoy the hustle and bustle of the kitchen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There’s no written menu, but small dishes on offer include the tortilla<\/em> with chorizo sausage, tuna tartare, and grilled monkfish. Their seafood is some of the best in the area, and this is reflected in the prices, but Cal Pep is undoubtedly a local institution and well worth a visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nBar Ca\u00f1ete<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- Neighborhood: <\/strong>El Raval<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Price point: <\/strong>$<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Location: <\/strong>C\/ de la Uni\u00f3 17, Raval, Barcelona 08001<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Website: <\/strong>barcanete.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Bar Ca\u00f1ete has been featured in almost every guide to Barcelona tapas that has ever been written, so it\u2019s no surprise that it features here too! This family-run restaurant is hugely popular, and you\u2019ll need to book a table several days in advance to secure your spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Traditional Spanish dishes are the order of the day here, alongside the Arroz del D\u00eda <\/em>(rice of the day), which is always deeply flavourful and succulent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nCasa de Tapes Ca\u00f1ota<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- Neighborhood: <\/strong>Poble-sec<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Price point: <\/strong>$$<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Location: <\/strong>Lleida, 7, Poble-sec, Barcelona, 08004<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Website: <\/strong>casadetapas.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
This Galicia-inspired seafood tapas bar is the younger brother of R\u00edas de Galicia, one of the most excellent Galician restaurants in Barcelona. It\u2019s perfect for a post-theatre dinner if you see a show at the nearby Teatre Lliure, Mercat de les Flors or BTM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
El Ca\u00f1ota serves traditional dishes, including patatas bravas<\/em> and Galician octopus, alongside draught beer and top-quality local wine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nEl Quim de la Boqueria \u2014 La Boqueria<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- Neighborhood: <\/strong>La Boqueria<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Price point: <\/strong>$$<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Location: <\/strong>Local 606, Mercat de La Boqueria, Ramblas 91, Barcelona 08001<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Website: <\/strong>elquimdelaboqueria.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Located in the middle of Barcelona\u2019s emblematic La Boqueria, the most beautiful and bustling market in Barcelona, El Quim is a popular central spot. This restaurant is a family business, and sources all produce from within La Boqueria itself. El Quim\u2019s specialty fried eggs with baby calamari are delicious, so be sure to add them to your order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nTake a Tapas Tour<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nFor a journey through the evolution of Barcelona\u2019s cuisine, why not try one of the many tapas tours on offer? There are several different outfits offering a range of tours. Our favorites include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Beer Lover\u2019s Tapas Tour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s hard to beat classic tapas, but when it\u2019s paired with a craft beer, it hits a whole new level. Tapas & Beer\u2019s tour<\/a> combines bar snacks with Catalonia\u2019s finest artisan ales in the hip Sant Antoni<\/a> and Poble Sec<\/a> districts.<\/p>\n\n\n\nEvolution of Catalan Gastronomy Tour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
This tapas bar\/restaurant is located between the Fontana and Joanic metro stations. Owner-chef Nil Ros serves traditional Catalan cuisine and homemade dishes using his grandmother’s recipes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Everything is super fresh, and they do a mean paella. Around 95% of Poller\u00eda Fontana\u2019s products are organically produced and sourced from local farms, ensuring the freshest meal imaginable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The tortilla<\/em> here is a favorite among locals, as is their Ensaladilla Rusa. <\/em>But without a doubt, the best tapa is the roasted chicken croquetas<\/em>, made with a touch of Iberian ham.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Photo Credit: 67jcperez<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n El Xampanyet is located just around the corner from Picasso Museum in Barcelona’s El Borne neighborhood. Despite its touristy location, this place upholds all the traditions of an old-school bar, with blue-tiled walls, barrels and antique curios, and marble tables.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The bar has some excellent \u201ccavas,\u201d which is a great accompaniment to a saucer of Cantabrian anchovies. There is a no-reservations policy, so arrive early to secure a table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Can Cisa is one of Barcelona\u2019s best wine bars and specializes in natural wines. The wine list is encyclopedic, with more than 700 selections, many of which are housed in the wall of industrial-steel wine cages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Can Cisa is attached to Bar Brutal, a celebrated restaurant serving up some of the most eclectic food in the city. Young foodies flock here to try the fresh Mediterranean dishes, and you should, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you want to gorge yourself on giant plates of fried seafood tapas, head straight to Jai-Ca; a no-nonsense, traditional place that\u2019s a winner with locals and tourists alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The emphasis on seafood isn\u2019t surprising, given the location is in a former fishing village. Jai Ca offers various dishes of fried squid, fried anchovies, whitebait, mussels, and much more. The chocos<\/em> (fried cuttlefish) come highly recommended, the beer is cheap, and the local wine is delicious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There are a few tables inside and on a covered terrace, but be prepared to queue for a while.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Bar Ram\u00f3n was opened by Ram\u00f3n Estalella in 1939 and is now run by Ramon\u2019s grandchildren, who serve classic tapas such as patatas bravas<\/em> and croquettes<\/em>. There are also a number of excellent house specials worth trying, including steak with foie gras, char-grilled octopus, and rabbit ribs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Sant Antoni neighborhood is known for its bodegas and low-key tapas bars, so Bar Ram\u00f3n fits right in. The atmosphere is calm and unpretentious, with a young clientele. For consistently excellent and affordable tapas, look no further.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This classic place dates all the way back to 1944, and if you\u2019re looking for culinary authenticity, it doesn\u2019t get much more real than this. There is no signage, so check the location on a map beforehand. And there\u2019s no menu either! Dishes change often and are all chalked up on a blackboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n La Cova Fumada is most famous for its bomba,<\/em> and plenty of classic seafood dishes are also available. Look out for the lunch specialties and seasonal offerings, too. Wash it all down with a jug of cold sangria for the perfect Barcelona dining experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Upbeat Bodega La Puntual is a classic, old-school Catalan neighborhood bar with rustic wooden furniture and exposed brickwork. Hidden in plain sight down one of Barcelona’s most tourist-trodden alleyways, this place serves up authentic, high-quality food at a reasonable price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Grab a glass of Cava to go with the glistening Iberian ham. Their Padron peppers and trinxat<\/em> (potato, cabbage, and pork with a fried egg on top) are excellent. If the bar is full when you arrive, see if you can grab a table in the dining room at the back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Quimet y Quimet has been open since 1914. Initially a wine bar, it has evolved into the packed-out place it is now, all under the careful supervision of four generations of the Quimet family. Seating here is limited, and it is always busy, so be prepared to eat standing up!<\/p>\n\n\n\n There is a stunning array of conservas <\/em>(preserves in tins or jars) available for purchase here. And, of course, delicious tapas. We recommend the salmon tapa and montaditos<\/em> (small, open-faced, canap\u00e9-style sandwiches).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cal Pep is one of the few places where you can actually book a table in the dining room. But for the full Cal Pep experience, it\u2019s worth waiting in line for a seat at the bar, where you can enjoy the hustle and bustle of the kitchen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There’s no written menu, but small dishes on offer include the tortilla<\/em> with chorizo sausage, tuna tartare, and grilled monkfish. Their seafood is some of the best in the area, and this is reflected in the prices, but Cal Pep is undoubtedly a local institution and well worth a visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Bar Ca\u00f1ete has been featured in almost every guide to Barcelona tapas that has ever been written, so it\u2019s no surprise that it features here too! This family-run restaurant is hugely popular, and you\u2019ll need to book a table several days in advance to secure your spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Traditional Spanish dishes are the order of the day here, alongside the Arroz del D\u00eda <\/em>(rice of the day), which is always deeply flavourful and succulent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This Galicia-inspired seafood tapas bar is the younger brother of R\u00edas de Galicia, one of the most excellent Galician restaurants in Barcelona. It\u2019s perfect for a post-theatre dinner if you see a show at the nearby Teatre Lliure, Mercat de les Flors or BTM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n El Ca\u00f1ota serves traditional dishes, including patatas bravas<\/em> and Galician octopus, alongside draught beer and top-quality local wine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Located in the middle of Barcelona\u2019s emblematic La Boqueria, the most beautiful and bustling market in Barcelona, El Quim is a popular central spot. This restaurant is a family business, and sources all produce from within La Boqueria itself. El Quim\u2019s specialty fried eggs with baby calamari are delicious, so be sure to add them to your order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For a journey through the evolution of Barcelona\u2019s cuisine, why not try one of the many tapas tours on offer? There are several different outfits offering a range of tours. Our favorites include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s hard to beat classic tapas, but when it\u2019s paired with a craft beer, it hits a whole new level. Tapas & Beer\u2019s tour<\/a> combines bar snacks with Catalonia\u2019s finest artisan ales in the hip Sant Antoni<\/a> and Poble Sec<\/a> districts.<\/p>\n\n\n\nEl Xampanyet<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Bodega La Puntual<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Cal Pep<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Bar Ca\u00f1ete<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Casa de Tapes Ca\u00f1ota<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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El Quim de la Boqueria \u2014 La Boqueria<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Take a Tapas Tour<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Beer Lover\u2019s Tapas Tour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Evolution of Catalan Gastronomy Tour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n