You cannot visit Barcelona and not have tapas! Tapas and mediterranean restaurants are on almost every street in the city so tickle your tastebuds and make your stomach smile with Jamón Iberico de Bellota (air-dried ham from Iberian pigs), Pulpo a la Gallega (octopus and potato), montaditos (open sandwiches with various toppings),and so much more!
Here are the spots that made our list:
El Nacional – Dine on traditional dishes from around the Iberian Peninsula among unique surroundings in this unique and beautiful restaurant. The restaurant has 4 unique areas to choose from – The light and airy La Brasseria, the fish market inspired La Llotja, La Taperia and La Parada, you’ll need to try all the spaces to be truly satisfied that you’ve seen it all!
Address: Passeig de Gràcia, 24 Bis, 08007 Barcelona
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Cervesería Catalana – A great atmosphere can be found at the popular Cerveseria Catalana where the fresh fish is on display and the tapas highly rated. You might encounter a long wait but it’s well worth it! Sit at the bar and you’ll be able to choose your meal based on what you see in front of you.
Address: Carrer de Mallorca, 236, 08008 Barcelona
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La Tasqueta de Blai – This bustling and beautiful venue specialized in pinchos (bread with one or several toppings secured with a skewer) of all sizes and flavors with something new served up every hour. Great value for money and a unique dining experience can be enjoyed at this tapas place.
Address: Carrer de Blai, 17, 08004 Barcelona
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Bar El Velódromo – Benefiting from its old school vibe, this place serves up tasty tapas with friendly service and is able to transform itself from a leisurely brunch place in the morning to a pre-party bar in the evening. It’s a popular place with locals and serves up a great selection of tapas though skimps on the vegetarian varieties.
Address: Carrer de Muntaner, 213, 08036 Barcelona
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Mosquito – Asian Tapas is on the menu at the eclectic styled Mosquito who serve up the flavors of China, Vietnam, and Korea – Ideal when you want something a little bit different from the norm. The atmosphere is chill, the prices cheap, and the food a pure treat for the senses.
Address: Carrer dels Carders, 46, 08003 Barcelona
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Quimet & Quimet – This small place can get tightly-packed making for an interesting yet authentic tapas tasting experience. Delicious gourmet tapas are assembled before your eyes at the stand-up bar (with stand-up counters also available) using skill and creativity – An experience not to missed!
Address: Carrer del Poeta Cabanyes, 25, 08004 Barcelona
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La Bombeta – A local and authentic tapas restaurant that’s located well off the tourist trail and has a great atmosphere. Friendly staff will welcome you but hardly any English is spoken so you’ll need to use your Spanish or Catalan when ordering.
Address: Calle de la Maquinista, 3, 08003 Barcelona
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Blai 9 – Tuck into original and creative pintxos and tapas at the unique and charming Blai 9 restaurant. Enjoy beautifully presented dishes with warm and welcoming staff in a relaxed cozy environment.
Address: Carrer de Blai, 9, 08004 Barcelona
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Bar jai-ca – A family business located in the heart of Barcelona that still manages to retain an authentic feel due to it being hidden away in a touristic area. Decorated in a modern style Bar Jai-ca has a great lively vibe and serves up large portions for half the price of other establishments in the area. Locals frequent it so you know it’s a good place to go!
Address: Carrer de Ginebra, 13, 08003 Barcelona
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Paco Meralgo – A welcoming tavern serving up a wide variety of contemporary tapas in a quaint part of the city. Popular with locals as well as tourists, it soon fills up so be sure to make a reservation and try to sit at the bar to get the very best local experience.
Address: Carrer de Muntaner, 171, 08036 Barcelona
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Bar Cañete – The classy and authentic Bar Cañete is so much more than it looks from the outside. Watch the chef at work in the intimate exposed kitchen using fresh and local produce to produce amazing food in an equally amazing atmosphere where the team clearly enjoy being at work.
Address: Carrer de la Unió, 17, 08001 Barcelona
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La Cova Fumada – Eat among locals at this authentic 70 year old tapas restaurant where the food is so fresh that there’s no menu. If you don’t speak Spanish or Catalan, you must put your trust in the waitress but you won’t be disappointed! Go and enjoy the experience.
Address: Carrer del Baluart, 56, 08003 Barcelona
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El 58 – Soak up the good vibes and enjoy the fusion cuisine at the chilled and relaxed El 58 restaurant. The menu is extensive and the tapas gourmet, the prices reflecting the quality, every bite as delicious as the previous one.
Address: Rambla del Poblenou, 58, 08005 Barcelona
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Casa Lolea – Enjoy the local food made using fresh and varied ingredients where contemporary and traditional come together in the kitchen to create a flavourful experience. In a great location and with good decor, the staff are welcoming and happy to assist you when ordering.
Address: Carrer de Sant Pere Més Alt, 49, 08003 Barcelona
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Bar del Pla – Step in to enjoy an authentic Catalan experience in a great location with a bustling atmosphere, good music, and top quality food. The tapas is innovative and modern, sure to delight your taste buds.
Address: Carrer de Montcada, 2, 08003 Barcelona
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Tosca – Relax in the cozy atmosphere with super friendly staff to welcome you and some of the best tapas in a key location. It’s beautifully presented, fresh and flavourful, and top quality as well as being good value for money.
Address: Carrer Sant Pere Més Alt, 8, 08003 Barcelona
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Bar Celta Pulperia – A local tapas bar bordering on a ‘hole in the wall’ that knows that it doesn’t have to hide behind fancy decor to be able to serve up good honest food at sensible prices. If you like good, honest places without the pomp, come here!
Address: Carrer Simó Oller, 3, 08002 Barcelona
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Sol Soler – A charming traditional tapas bar in a delightful neighborhood that uses fresh local produce to create its tasty variety of tapas dishes with a mix of traditional and cosmopolitan flavors. The outdoor seating is ideal for a spot of people watching or you can get comfy in the beautifully decorated intimate lounge area.
Address: Plaça del Sol, 21, 08012 Barcelona
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Craft Barcelona – Enjoy craft beer with your tapas at this cool venue that’s hidden in the backstreets. Its unique selling point is its entertainment factor, enjoy live music performances and live entertainment in the form of dance, poetry, and more whilst you sip a beer and devour the tapas. Friendly staff won’t just help you with ordering, they’ll also provide tips on what to see in the city.
Address: Carrer del Paradís, 4, 08002 Barcelona
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Ziryab Fusion Tapas Bar – Serving up Arab-Spanish tapas, Ziryab put a unique spin on the regular Spanish and Catalan tapas dishes in Barcelona serving up clever combinations sure to delight your senses. Friendly staff are happy to go the extra mile for you at this small but beautiful restaurant.
Address: Carrer dels Ases, 16, 08003 Barcelona
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Lolita Taperia – Enjoy modern gourmet tapas at sensible prices in a small and local bar that has great ambiance, managing to combine sophistication with a sense of cool. A friendly and professional team ensure a great time is had by all.
Address: Carrer Tamarit, 105, 08015 Barcelona
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Tapeo – This lively tapas bar in the heart of the Gothic Quarter won’t disappoint with its good food or its good vibe! The tapas are freshly prepared using local produce and the creativity shines through so you can enjoy an original meal.
Address: Carrer de Montcada, 29, 08003 Barcelona
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* Outer Barcelona:
La Esquinica – Choose from over 50 tapas dishes at this popular traditional tapas bar that still retains an authentic, almost quaint, atmosphere. Popular with locals, the tapas are tasty, the waiters are welcoming, and the prices unbeatable.
Address: Passeig de Fabra i Puig, 296, 08031 Barcelona
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Tal Gur is a world traveler and personal development enthusiast. An adventurer at heart, after trading his daily grind for a life of his own daring design, Tal spent a decade pursuing 100 major life goals around the globe. His journey continues as a location-independent blogger, lifestyle entrepreneur, and coach. Tal’s published two books: One Year to Freedom, a 1-Year Roadmap to Living Life on Your Own Terms; and, his most recent book and bestseller, The Art of Fully Living – 1 Man, 10 Years, 100 Life Goals Around the World.
