The best restaurants in Barcelona

Barcelona food guide

Discover the best restaurants in Barcelona, from classic Catalan restaurants to innovative dishes and unique dining experiences. This guide will help you explore the culinary diversity of the city, its iconic districts and options for all tastes, including traditional cuisine, fusion, vegetarian and more.

Neighbourhoods: great restaurants

Each of Barcelona has its own dining style. In Barceloneta, the sea is the king for seafood and classic tapas; the Eixample is home to modern restaurants, some with Michelin stars. Born and Gothic restaurants combine history with creative cuisine.

La Barceloneta: fresh seafood and tapas to share

If you like fish and seafood, La Barceloneta is the place. Restaurants such as Batea Barcelona serve fresh ingredients. There are also bars serving traditional tapas, perfect for chatting with friends and enjoying the atmosphere by the sea.

Eixample: Modern cuisine and Michelin-starred restaurants

The Eixample is home to some of the most elegant restaurants in the city, such as the Cocina Hermanos Torres, which has two Michelin stars. This is where traditional dishes are combined with modern techniques and superior quality ingredients.

Born and Gothic: history and creativity in every dish

Born and Gótico are districts with streets full of history and places with personality. Places like Ovante and Bar Boadas offer dishes that combine classic traditions with new ideas, creating flavors that catch the eye.

Poblenou and Sant Antoni: new dishes and daring cuisine

Poblenou and Sant Antoni are areas where cuisine is clearly changing. Restaurants such as Espacio UMA and Disfrutar serve menus that surprise, using unusual flavors and techniques. Ideal for guests seeking something different.

Raval: flavors of many cultures in the same district

The cuisine in El Raval is a melting pot of cultures which can be seen in the food. Here you can try both Asian dishes and Latin American recipes. Fragments Café is a more informal example, serving food full of flavor and authenticity.

Restaurants by type of cuisine in Barcelona

Barcelona has a very varied choice of cuisine for all tastes. From traditional Catalan dishes to international fusion, including vegetarian and vegan options that are becoming more and more popular.

Catalan traditional cuisine

4 Gats and Can Culleretes are two classic restaurants where Catalan cuisine remains faithful to its roots. Casa Lolea has a more modern ambience but with dishes that respect tradition and use local ingredients.

Fusion and international cuisine

Enjoy is a benchmark restaurant for fusion cuisine, with menus that combine flavors in original ways. Inka 3 brings the best of Peru with a modern flair. El Nacional is a space where you can try several international dishes under one roof.

Food trucks and informal options: Fragments Cafe, Bacoa Burger and Velissima

If you are looking for something quick but well done, the food trucks and informal venues are a good option. Bacoa Burger is famous for its handmade burgers, and Velissima is famous for its simple and tasty Mediterranean cuisine.

Vegetarian and vegan options

For people who prefer meat-free dishes, Casa Luz, Teresa Carles and Flax & Kale offer varied menus full of flavour, with creative recipes that don’t miss meat.

Experiences that allow you to enjoy cuisine in a different way

In Barcelona it’s not just about sitting down to eat, it's also about enjoying food in different ways. There are markets, restaurants with views and themed venues that make every meal something special.

Time Out Market Barcelona

Here several chefs and stalls come together in the same place. Try dishes from the Torres Hermanos Cocina, Inka 3 and other well-known names. This is a good place to try a choice of dishes without having to travel too far.

Restaurants with views

Miramar and Torre d'Alta Mar are restaurants which accompany your meal with city or sea views. A meal here is accompanied by scenery that make the experience even more complete.

Theme restaurants with a cultural atmosphere

Quim de la Boqueria is a classic market, with traditional dishes and an authentic ambience. La Luna in Barcelona combines dinner with shows, combining food and culture for a different night.

Where to eat in Meliá hotels in Barcelona

Meliá hotels in Barcelona have restaurants that are famous for their variety and quality. From Mediterranean dishes to signature cuisine, every venue offers a carefully designed experience in the most comfortable ambience.

Hotel Barcelona Condal Mar: Mediterranean and international cuisine in the hotel

It enjoys a central location which is ideal for relaxing after a day exploring the city.

INNSiDE Barcelona Apolo: modern cuisine in an urban setting

This place serves creative and modern cuisine. The restaurant has an urban ambience, perfect for diners seeking something different and contemporary.

ME Barcelona signature cuisine and exclusive dishes

This is a restaurant offering carefully presented signature dishes. It is a space designed for travelers who seek unique flavors in an elegant and cosmopolitan ambience.

Meliá Barcelona Sarrià: tradition and elegance in a peaceful setting

The restaurant combines classic dishes with a modern flair using superior quality ingredients in a refined and peaceful setting.

Meliá Barcelona Sky: city views and creative cuisine

This Meliá has views that catch the eye and cuisine that combines new flavours. This is a great place for people who want to enjoy a different kind of meal accompanied by beautiful scenery.

Torre Melina Gran Meliá: gourmet dining options and attentive service

The cuisine is renowned for its gourmet products and attention to detail. Its dishes are designed for travelers seeking a superior quality culinary experience in Barcelona.

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