While you can find tapas all over the city, some places serve real tapas. gourmet tapas.
In this article, I take you to the must-try restaurants in town if you want to sample some unique and tasty tapas.
Here we go!
Gastronomic tapas: article summary
Cal Pep
Located in El BornCal Pep is often cited as the best restaurant in Barcelona tapas. There are usually long lines of well-informed locals and tourists snaking out the door. I recommend cloïsses amb pernil (clams and ham) or trifà sic (squid, fry and shrimp combo). Delicious!
You can get there :
- Tuesday to Saturday 1 to 3 p.m. and 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.
- Monday from 7.30 pm to 11.30 pm
Gastronomic tapas: Quimet & Quimet
Located off the beaten track in the heart of Poble SecQuimet & Quimet offers superb tapas and montaditos. Traditional preserves, known as conservas, are an important part of the menu. The family-run bodega dates back to 1914, and is home to several generations of Quimets. Although the space is small, the atmosphere is charming and friendly.
For gourmet tapas, you'll have to go to :
- Monday to Friday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Bar Pinotxos
The Pinotxo bar in La Boqueria market specializes in hearty Catalan cuisine. It is world-famous for dishes such as Chipirónes con Mongetes (small squid with white beans).
Another classic is Arroz Caldoso con Bogavante, a soft rice in a seafood broth made with Galician lobster bought from a seafood vendor in La Boqueria. Gourmets should try the Xuixos; a Catalan fried doughnut with a light cream filling.
The bar opens :
- Monday to Saturday 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Gourmet tapas: Bar El Velodromo
The El Velódromo bar is located in the l'Eixample. Large windows, chrome and marble enhance the art deco interior. Velodromo was historically known as a popular meeting place for intellectuals, and it is said that civil war plots were hatched within its walls.
Executive Chef Jordi Vilà produces a rich range of dishes and tapas that represent Catalonia's gastronomic heritage. Try the mejillones con hinojo y limón (mussels with fennel and lemon), it's a must.
You can get there :
- Every day 7.30 a.m. to 1 a.m.
El Xampanyet
The family-run El Xampanyet dates back to 1929. This bodega is located in El Born, in the historic Carrer de Montcada, near the Picasso Museum. Its name comes from the cava called Xampanyet. Try the Cantabrian anchovies with the house cava, you'll be delighted with this choice.
The site remains open:
- Monday from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
- Tuesday to Friday 12 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
- Saturday from 12 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
El Quim de la Boqueria
El Quim de la Boqueria has been around since 1987 and has earned a reputation as one of the city's best tapas bars. International gourmets, locals and chefs alike flock to eat at the El Quim counter. in the middle of Barcelona's most famous market. While you're there, try Quim's famous Huevos con Chipirones (fried eggs with baby squid).
The facility opens :
- Tuesday to Thursday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Friday 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Saturday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Gastronomic tapas: Paco Meralgo
Paco Meralgo, located in Esquerra de l'Eixample, is popular with locals. The place is said to match the quality of Cal Pep, with less hype and fewer tourists. The restaurant creates unique tapas using fresh market produce, and offers unusual delicacies such as Espardenyes (sea cucumbers).
You can eat here:
- Every day from 1 p.m. to midnight
Ciudad Condal
Ciudad Condal (Ciutat Comtal in Catalan) is the former name of the city of Barcelona, dating back to the time when it was the seat of the Count of Barcelona. The lively restaurant is just a few steps from Plaça de Catalunya and offers a wide variety of tapas and an impressive selection of imported beers.
The restaurant remains open:
- Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 1 a.m.
- Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. to 1:30 a.m.
If you're looking for delicious gourmet tapas, I recommend you visit one of these places. You'll be able to discover all the flavors on offer and understand that this simple dish can sometimes be much more elaborate!
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