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Best Restaurants Barcelona

The 12 best restaurants and places to eat in Barcelona

Barcelona is busy with millions of tourists every year. The largest city of Catalonia, on the Northeastern coast of Spain, has a rich cultural heritage. Sports is big in Barcelona, and it’s well known for the famous soccer club FC Barcelona. History, sports, culture and art, not to forget about the food. Paellas, Empanadas, Bombas – we list the 12 must-visit restaurants in Barcelona. 

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Tip #1: Le Petit Chef

Le Petit Chef in Barcelona
Le Petit Chef in Barcelona

Have you heard about the Le Petit Chef experience? If not, it’s a must-visit in Barcelona! A 3D Mapping Technology shows the smallest chef on your dining table, in the beautiful surroundings of the Hyatt Regency Barcelona Tower. 

Le Petit Chef Barcelona
Le Petit Chef Barcelona

Visit the extraordinary 3D dining experience Le Petit Chef at Hyatt Regency Barcelona Tower!

Enjoy an exciting dinner show, with a virtual story, paired with themed music, props and an exquisite5-course meal. The little chef from France creates magic and an unforgettable show with either a great chef feast, little chef meal, vegetarian or even kids menu.  

At a glance:

Dietary options:

Vegetarian and Kids (6 – 12 years) menu available.

Speciality:

A culinary 3D show with the little chef from France in the beautiful Hyatt Regency Barcelona Tower

Price:

Great Chef Feast, 5-course meal EUR 149 per person; 

Little Chef, Great Flavors, 5-course meal EUR 99 per person; 

Green & Gourmet (Vegetarian), 5-course meal EUR 79 per person;

Flavors for little culinary masters (Kids menu), 5-course meal EUR 49

Hours:

Reservation is necessary, you can book online 

Location:

Hyatt Regency Barcelona Tower

Avinguda de la Granvia de l’Hospitalet, 144

08907 Barcelona

Spain

Contact:

Phone: +34 934 13 50 40 

Email: terrumrestaurant@hyatt.com

Webpage: https://lepetitchef.com/Barcelona

Tip #2: Fishology

Fishology Barcelona
Image credit: Fishology Barcelona

Easy to guess, Fishology is all about fish and seafood, but in a very unique way. The upscale restaurant salts, ages and smokes the fish for original and creative menu options. Focused on sustainable fish, nothing gets thrown away in the way of preparing. 

An open kitchen allows the guest to watch the chefs, preparing fish, seafood and even algae, plated beautifully with homegrown edible flowers and herbs. The outdoor seating is a perfect place to enjoy the Mediterranean foods and homemade craft vermouths.

At a glance:

Dietary options:

Gluten-free options available. 

Speciality:

A creative fish & seafood restaurant. Growing their own edible flowers, herbs and more and crafting vermouths. 

Price:

Tasting menu available, 8-course meal EUR 65 plus pairing six drinks EUR 38; 

11-course meal EUR 90 plus pairing eight drinks EUR 52; 

Snacks ranging in between EUR 3,50 and EUR 12,50; 

Oyster menu from EUR 4,20 to EUR 9,50 each; 

Mains between EUR 13 and EUR 28;

Hours:

Mon – Tue: 1.30 pm – 4 pm and 8 pm – 10.30 pm

Wed – Thu: Closed

Fri – Sat: 1.30 pm – 4 pm and 8 pm – 10.30 pm

Sun: 1.30 pm – 4 pm

Locations:

Diputació 73

L’Eixample

08015 Barcelona

Spain

Contact:

Phone: +34 936 339 858

Email: reservas@fishology.es

Webpage: https://www.fishology.es/en

Tip #3: Lluritu

Image credit: Lluritu Barcelona

Another seafood restaurant in the top five, but this is what Barcelona is famous for. Lluritu is a little bit off the beaten path, but very worth a visit. The casual seafood restaurant in the Gràcia neighborhood is much beloved by locals. Definitely one of the most authentic and best restaurants in Barcelona!

The seafood is so fresh, that the menu gets written on the wall with daily new specials. Whatever catch is available. The marble counter invites you to enjoy tapas, paired with a glass of wine. The restaurant operates without a stove, but with grill, griddle and wood-fired cooking.

At a glance:

Dietary options:

No dietary options available.

Speciality:

A casual seafood restaurant with changing menu

Price:

The pricing depends on the catch. The menu is easy and clear, prices ranging between EUR 4,90 and EUR 17. 

Specialities like Turbot EUR 45.

Hours:

Lluritu 1:

Mon:Closed

Tue – Thu: 1.30 pm – 3.30 pm and 8 pm – 11 pm 

Fri: 1.30 pm – 4 pm and 8 pm – 11.30 pm 

Sat: 1 pm – 11.30 pm 

Sun: 1 pm – 4 pm 

 

Lluritu 2: 

Mon: Closed

Tue – Thu: 1.30 pm – 3.30 pm and 7.30 pm – 11 pm 

Fri: 1.30 pm – 4 pm and 7.30 pm – 11.30 pm

Sat: 1.15 pm – 11.30 pm

Sun: 1.15 pm – 10.30 pm

Locations:

Lluritu 1:

Carrer del Torrent de les Flors, 71

Gràcia

08024 Barcelona

Spain

 

Lluritu 2: 

Carrer de la Virtut, 11

Gràcia

08012 Barcelona

Spain

Contact:

Phone

Lluritu 1: +34 938 553 866

Lluritu 2: +34 932 703 752

Email: info@lluritu.com

Webpage: https://pradorestaurante.com/ 

Tip #4: Albé

Albé Barcelona
Image credit: Albé Barcelona

The Catalan restaurant with Lebanese influence is one of a kind. Owner Joey Attieh grew up in Lebanon and moved to Barcelona, where he did his master in culinary arts. Together with executive chef Pachi Rodríguez he creates Catalan/Lebanese fusion kitchen for the guests. 

Seasonal, locally sourced ingredients get a Lebanese touch. Tasting menu is available, as well as à la carte. Everything in the restaurant has been wholeheartedly selected by the team. Tthis is what Albé means in the Arabic language: my heart. Perfect for a romantic dinner in Barcelona!

At a glance:

Dietary options:

Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free and Nut-free options available. 

Speciality :

Catalan restaurant with local and seasonal ingredients, but with Lebanese influence. 

Price:

Tasting menus are available for EUR 55 (plus wine pairing EUR 27) per person and EUR 65 (plus wine pairing EUR 33) per person.

Starters are EUR 8, Bites from EUR 5 to EUR 16, 

Mains ranging between EUR 11 and EUR 28, 

Desserts starting from EUR 7,50 up to EUR 11

Hours:

Mon – Tue: Closed

Wed – Thu: 8 pm – 12.30 am 

Fri – Sun: 1.30 pm – 4.30 pm and 8 pm – 12.30 am

Location:

Carrer Mallorca, 196

L’Eixample 

08036 Barcelona

Spain 

Contact:

Phone: +34 930 11 73 16

Email: info@albebarcelona.com

Webpage: https://www.albebarcelona.com/

Tip #5: Bar Salvatge

Bar Salvatge Barcelona
Image credit: Bar Salvatge Barcelona

Nestled in the eclectic Gràcia neighborhood, Bar Salvatge is known for its wines. But it’s not only a wine bar, for natural and high quality wines, it’s also a place to enjoy tapas. Fresh and local ingredients are used for the small bites. 

The artisanal cheese board and the organic charcuterie assortment pair great with bottled wine, or one of the eight rotating tap wine choices. The very casual spot is hip, beloved by locals and also pet friendly.

At a glance:

Dietary options:

Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten-Free options available. 

Speciality:

A trendy wine bar with local tapas, artisanal cheese and organic charcuterie assortment. Pet friendly. 

Price:

Snacks ranging from EUR 2 to EUR 8; 

Mains starting from EUR 8,50 to EUR 12; 

Cheese and Charcuterie board EUR 15

Hours:

Daily: 6 pm – 12.30 am 

Location:

Carrer de Verdi, 50

Gràcia 

08012 Barcelona

Spain

Contact:

Phone: +34 932 529 767

Email: info@barsalvatge.com

Webpage: https://barsalvatge.com/

Tip #6: Entrepanes Díaz

Image credit: Entrepanes Díaz Barcelona

Looking for a charming and chilled tapas spot amongst the top restaurants in Barcelona? Entrepanes Díaz is the answer. The Spanish-vintage styled restaurant also specializes on sandwiches, not any sandwiches, but high-quality gourmet sandwiches. 

Served by fancy dressed waiters, you can’t expect a BLT or Reuben. But instead Calamari and Squid sandwiches, or Oxtail between crispy-soft bread with parmesan, arugula and mayo are being served.

At a glance:

Dietary options:

Vegetarian and Gluten-free options available.  

Speciality:

A charming Spanish-Vintage style tapas and sandwich restaurant, with fancy dressed waiters. 

Price:

Sandwiches are ranging between EUR 9,50 and EUR 16,50; 

Tapas and Plates starting EUR 2,50 and go up to EUR 24 (for plates); 

Desserts are EUR 6/6,50

Hours:

Mon – Wed: 12 pm – 12 am

Thu: 12 pm – 1am

Fri – Sat: 12 pm – 2.30 am 

Sun: 12 pm – 12 am

Location:

Carrer de Pau Claris, 189 

L’Eixample

08037 Barcelona

Spain 

Contact:

Phone: +34 934 157 582

Webpage: https://www.instagram.com/entrepanesdiaz/ 

Tip #7: Funky Bakers Eatery

Funky Bakers Eatery Barcelona
Image credit: Funky Bakers Eatery Barcelona

The Funky Eatery has everything. A bakery, a deli and a restaurant (or eatery). It also is influenced by treats and eats from all over the world, but with local and organic ingredients. French croissants, Polish/Ukrainian babka, San Sebastian style cheesecake from the Basque region – the place is multicultural.

The restaurant is open from early to late and serves Brunch and Lunch, wines and cocktails. There are great options for vegans as well, in a trendy and modern spot. The bakery and deli are in different locations.

At a glance:

Dietary options:

Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten-free options available

Speciality:

A bakery, deli and eatery with pastries and food from all over the globe, but made with locally sourced organic ingredients. 

Price:

The breakfast menu is ranging from EUR 4,50 to EUR 13,90; 

The food menu main dishes are starting from EUR 12 to EUR 14,90; Desserts are between EUR 4,80 to EUR 8,90

Hours:

Funky Eatery:

Mon – Tue: 8.30 am – 4.30 pm

Wed: 8.30 am – 11.30 pm 

Thu – Sat: 8.30 am – 12.30 am

Sun: 8.30 am – 11.30 pm 

 

Funky Bakers:

Daily: 8 am – 5.30 pm 

 

Funky Deli:

Daily: 9 am – 9 pm

Location:

Funky Eatery:

Carrer de Bailèn, 61

L’Eixample 

08009 Barcelona

Spain

 

Funky Bakers:

Passeig del Born 10

08003 Barcelona

Spain 

 

Funky Deli:

Carrer Diputació 347

08009 Barcelona

Spain

Contact:

Phone:

Eatery:  +34 681 952 313

Bakers: +34 931 54 67 13

Deli: +34 681 959 323

Webpage: https://funkybakers.com/ 

Tip #8: Xuba Tacos

Xuba Tacos Barcelona
Image credit: Xuba Tacos Barcelona

Visiting Barcelona, this restaurant is a must! Walking into the Mexican restaurant, the open kitchen allows you to watch the chefs mixing, kneading and rolling the blue corn tortillas from scratch. The tacos at Xuba Tacos are simply the best.

The modern decor with high tables and outdoor seating invites foodies on a journey to Mexico. Asada, Al Pastor, Birria, plus all kinds of unique taco options can be ordered. The place is known for their delicious dessert Flan as well.

At a glance:

Dietary options:

Gluten-free, Vegan and Vegetarian options available. 

Speciality:

A restaurant with a wide variety of tacos, prepared with housemade blue corn tortillas.

Price:

The price for tacos are ranging in between EUR 4,80 and EUR 12,90;

The Flan is EUR 6

Hours:

Mon: Closed

Tue: 7.30 pm – 10.30 pm 

Wed – Sat: 1.30 pm – 3.30 pm and 7.30 pm – 10.30 pm 

Sun: Closed

Location:

Carrer de Mallorca, 194

L’Eixample 

08036 Barcelona

Spain

Contact:

Phone: +34 931 14 25 72

Email: hola@xubatacos.com

Webpage: https://xubatacos.com/en 

Tip #9: Cinc Sentis

Cinc Sentis Barcelona
Image credit: Cinc Sentis Barcelona

Catalan Cuisine with two Michelin stars, this is Cinc Sentis. Self-taught chef-owner Jordi Artal and Maitre-owner Amèlia Artal are the masterminds behind the buzzing upscale high-end tasting menus of Cinc Sentis. The name comes from the goal of stimulating all five taste senses. 

The restaurant is located in the Eixample neighborhood. It is famous for their cured and seared mackerel and sea bass. Artal enjoys working with raw ingredients, as locally and small sourced as possible.

At a glance:

Dietary options:

Gluten-free and Vegetarian options available. 

Speciality:

Catalan Cuisine with two Michelin stars. 

Price:

Two kinds of Tasting Menus are available.

Light Tasting Menu EUR 159 per person, plus wine pairing EUR 99

Regular Tasting Menu EUR 189 per person, plus wine pairing EUR 109

Hours:

Mon: Closed

Tue: 1.30 pm – 2.30 pm and 8.30 – 9.30 pm

Wed: 8.30 pm – 9.30 pm 

Thu – Sat: 1.30 pm – 2.30 pm and 8.30 pm – 9.30 pm 

Sun: Closed

Location:

Carrer de Enteca 60

L’Eixample

08015 Barcelona

Spain

Contact:

Phone: +34 933 239 490 (Reservation is recommended)

Email: info@cincsentits.com

Webpage: https://cincsentits.com/en/

Tip #10: Blu Bar

Blu Bar Barcelona
Image credit: Blu Bar Barcelona

Blu Bar is offering a 100% plant based menu in Rambla del Poblenou in the Sant Martí district. The restaurant with an extensive outdoor seating area features healthy bowls, lots of gluten-free options, Gourmet sandwiches and homebrewed Kombucha. 

The restaurant is not only beloved for the food, but also for the alcoholic and zero proof cocktails, fresh juices, local wines and beer are on the menu as well.

At a glance:

Dietary options:

Vegan restaurant with lots of Gluten-free options.   

Speciality:

A hip vegan restaurant with funky tapas, gourmet sandwiches, healthy bowls and signature pizzas – everything on the menu is plant based

Price:

Funky tapas are ranging from EUR 4,50 to EUR 12,50; 

Gourmet sandwiches EUR 13,50/14,50; 

Bowls EUR 13,50/13,90; 

Desserts are pricing between EUR 5,90 – EUR 6,90

Hours:

Mon – Thu: 1 pm – 12 am 

Fri: 1 pm – 1 am 

Sat: 12 pm – 1 am 

Sun: 12 pm – 12 am

Location:

Rambla del Poblenou 11

Sant Martì 

08005 Barcelona

Spain

Contact:

Phone: +34 932 210 971

EMail: hola@blubar.es

Webpage: https://www.blubar.es/en

Tip #11: Martinez

Martinez Barcelona
Image credit: Martinez Barcelona

It’s not only a visit for the Paella, but the traditional Spanish dish is highly recommended there. Martinez, or Terrassa Martinez, is serving Paella, Tapas and Wine with locally sourced, market ingredients. 

Martinez adds the most beautiful view to the meal. On a giant wooden deck, overlooking the city and sea, seafood paella and tapas tastes even better. Oysters, Caviar and 40 days dry-aged beef from the grill makes the spot a decadent choice.

At a glance:

Dietary options:

Vegetarian and Gluten-free options available.

Speciality:

Terrassa Martinez offers Paella, Tapas, and Wine with the most beautiful view. Sitting on a giant wooden deck, overlooking the city and sea. Freshly sourced market ingredients included.  

Price:

Starters are ranging from EUR 11,90 to EUR 28; 

Oysters EUR 5,80 each, EUR 32,50 for ½ a dozen, EUR 61 for a dozen; 

Rice dishes between EUR 24 and EUR 28; 

Desserts are in between EUR 6 and EUR 20 (assortment of cheeses); 

Tasting menu, minimum two people, EUR 59 per person

Hours:

Restaurant hours:

Mo – Thu: 1 pm – 12 am 

Fri – Sat: 1 pm to 1 am 

Sun: 1 pm – 12 am 

 

Kitchen hours:

Mo – Thu: 1 pm  – 4 pm and 7.30 pm – 10.30 pm 

Fri – Sat: 1 pm – 11 pm 

Sun: 1 pm  – 10.30 pm

Location:

Carretera de Miramar, 38

08038 Barcelona

Spain

Contact:

Phone: +43 93 106 60 52

Email: info@martinezbarcelona.com 

Webpage: https://martinezbarcelona.com/en/ 

Tip #12: Frankie Gallo Cha Cha Cha

Frankie Gallo Cha Cha Cha Barcelona
Image credit: Frankie Gallo Cha Cha Cha Barcelona

A restaurant with the name Frankie Gallo Cha Cha Cha, must be cool – and yes it is. The funky, cool pizza place opened the doors in May 2017 and quickly became a foodie and trendsetter place. 

In the meantime there are two locations in Barcelona. Both are dedicated to high quality ingredients, stone milled flours and dough resting times of 72 hours. The menu features pizza, pasta and typical Italian desserts.

At a glance:

Dietary options:

Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten-free options available.

Speciality:

A very hip pizza place with high quality ingredients and dough resting times of 72 hours. 

Price:

Starters are ranging between EUR 3,50 to EUR 12,50; 

Pizza prices are starting from EUR 10,50 up to EUR 18; 

Pasta prices are between EUR 9,80 and EUR 11,50; 

Desserts between EUR 4,50 and EUR 6,80

Hours:

Frankie Raval:

Mon – Tue: 1 pm – 4.30 pm and 7 pm – 11.30 pm 

Fri – Sat: 1 pm – 12.30 am (Kitchen 1 pm – 12 am)

Sun: 1 pm – 11.30 pm (Kitchen 1 pm – 11 pm) 

 

Frankie Gracia:

Mon – Thu: 1 pm – 12 am 

Fri – Sat: 1 pm – 1 am 

Sun: 1 pm to 12 am

Location:

Frankie Raval:

Carrer Marquès DE

Barberà, 15

08001 Barcelona

Spain

 

Frankie Gracia:

Carrer Roger de Llúria, 155

08037 Barcelona

Spain

Contact:

Phone: 

Raval: +34 931 594 250 

Gracia: +34 930 500 035

Email:

Raval: reservas@frankiegallochachacha.com

Gracia: reservasgracia@frankiegallochachacha.com 

Webpage: https://frankiegallochachacha.com/en/ 

Our selection of restaurants is based, among other things, on the editorial team’s individual preferences and on reviews on the internet. Please contact the respective provider directly for information on reservations and prices. The pictures come from the restaurants listed. All Information is provided without guarantee!

Annabelle Schweineberg
Annabelle Schweineberg

As Assist. Marketing & Communications Manager Annabelle knows the concept of Le Petit Chef like no other. If you have any questions, she is the right person to contact.

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