13 Traditional Restaurants in Barcelona

Explore the origins of Mediterranean cuisineA super restaurant in the Raval that looks to the civilisations that have come and gone in the Mediterranean and what they ate for inspiration. Some interesting use of garums, and nice plays on texture and temperature as you'd expect from ex-elBulli, but also brilliant meat cooking. Take a seat at the counter and marvel at the calmness of the kitchen as you work your way through the tasting menu or a la carte.

Fine dining without nitrogen Suculent is like a bridge between Catalan tradition and creativity, it’s fine dining without espuma and nitrogen but with friendly service and the cozy atmosphere of a gastropub. The tasting menus are balanced and you don’t feel overstuffed after the meal. It’s also a rare example of value for money and an interesting and not too fancy wine pairing.

The place where you will possibly eat the best game dishes in Barcelona.I love their menu, which changes very often since they work with seasonal and local products. Nice ambient in the middle of Barcelona Eixample.

Iconic tapas bar in El Born with great mix of locals and tourists.El Xampanyet is a tapas bar in the El Born district named after the homemade sparkling wine that it serves. Good tapas, both funky and traditional vibes. Great mix of locals and tourist all day long. No reservations.

A safe bet. A restaurant with high-level signature cuisine, which seeks all the nuances of the traditional Catalan cuisine. Run by Jordi Vilà.

Buzzy local tapas and seafood bar - this place is a must when in BarcelonaLively and great atmosphere, funny waitstaff with great local knowledge and attitudeUser friendly beverage offering with great local favouritesOrder anything with a shell - clams, razor clams, prawns, eggs

Seasonal and high-standard pizzería from locals who think about the planet. Chefs Rafa Pannatiere, who worked for seven years at Celler de Can Roca, and his partner Jorge highlight a new dimension of each product, and incorporate them using their haute cuisine techniques and knowledge of traditions from all corners of the globe. They are also producing all sausages and cheeses used at Sartoria Panatieri.

On point Catalan cookingPart of Barcelona’s burgeoning trend for owner-chefs’ small restaurants, where the cooking, and seasonal ingredients, really shine, and the price is accessible. Maleducat is right next to Sant Antoni Market, which informs dishes like confit of leeks with hazelnut vinaigrette and mato cheese, and Maresme peas with cod tripe, egg yolk and blood sausage. Shout out to the crunchy ‘spring roll’ of hare royale and chocolate sauce too, which was an utter delight.

Traditional family Catalan tapas bar in Mercado de la Boqueria.Traditional family Catalan tapas bar in Mercado de la Boqueria.Such a cool street food bar, sit down and ask the chefs to cook for you. 3 generations of family, with personality and passion for delicious, fresh food.

Long-standing market restaurant serving inventive TAPAS. Located in the middle of Barcelona's emblematic BOQUERIASince 1987. Extraordinary traditional market cuisine in the heart of one of the most emblematic markets in the world. El Quim is one of those places that you should always visit and for which you don't need an excuse. Local produce, traditional cuisine and authentic service. Quim is the name of the restaurant and the name of its owner who you will find at the helm of the stall day in and day out.

New-old school tapas Bar how to fill a sandwich with a classic recipeGood food and excellent service as an old school tapas bar. The highlights for sure are all the signature sandwiches as the meaning of the name of the place Entrepanes (in between bread)

A hidden gem ! Outstanding Catalan cuisine It’s a very humble restaurant run by a lovely couple, tucked in the La Barceloneta neighborhood.They serve Catalan family-style cuisine, but with a level of quality and execution you can expect from a high end restaurant.The menu changes daily (always a good sign) but they are specialized in arroces (and they are truly outstanding)

Incredible soulful Catalan cooking. Exquisite produce and groovy tunes.The kind of place you almost hate to recommend - Barcelona’s open secret, Haddock, features Chef Franc Monraba’s incredible soulful Catalan cooking. Exquisite produce and groovy tunes.