The best restaurants Barcelona

" El Amaya de toda la vida " turns 80 in 2021; a long life in the hustle and bustle of La Rambla. Specializing in Basque cuisine. At the back of the restaurant, the dishes are more sophisticated. The mojitos and paella (with meat or vegetarian) are excellent. The waiters are pleasant, as is the setting, which has retained its old-world charm. Drinks are a little pricey, but everything is of a high quality, which justifies the price a little. As well as the paella, you'll love the chocolate mousse with orange and the snacks you can nibble on with a drink. And it's all fresh!

Welcome to a place of dreams and fantasy! Gracia's "little garden" is an invitation to get away from it all, and the whimsical decor is a big help. Plant elements, apple-green leather banquettes, an accumulation of abracadabrantesque objects, warmly subdued lighting, you'll soon feel like you're somewhere else. While Le Jardinet is first and foremost a cocktail bar, it's also a great place to satiate yourself with a few well-crafted, well-balanced local tapas made from seasonal produce.

Adjoining a famous Barcelona decorating boutique, in a corner of the Parc del Turó, Iluzione is a gourmet Italian cuisine restaurant. The long, multi-level room is decorated with wood elements and warm lighting fixtures. The culinary experience takes us to Italy, with perfectly chiseled preparations, from homemade pizza to hair-raising pasta plates (the ricotta ravioli is to die for!). An excellent selection of wines and a number of well-crafted cocktails for connoisseurs.

A London bus (yes, a bus!), colorful neon lights and guitars hanging from the walls, the Soda Bus is a veritable tribute to rock culture and American street food (as well as that of the rest of the world). And that's exactly what you'll find here: burgers! But don't be fooled: the local's Mediterranean roots are not forgotten, so they use km0 ingredients for an eco-friendly and successful result. Tapas to share are also on the menu. In short, an urban meeting place for informal moments with friends. Find out more.

Le petit jardin d'Aribau" is the perfect escape! Pushing open the door of this central Barcelona address, you enter a colorful, plant-filled world that's not lacking in dreaminess. Seated under a phantasmagorical canopy, you can enjoy hearty lunches and delicious dinners with flashy presentations! Salads, grilled meats, Mediterranean-inspired tapas and Asian dishes are all on offer. The house wines and cocktails also deserve your attention! An oasis of sensations!

Located on the corner of one of the liveliest streets in the Eixample district, Soma offers a simple, warm dining experience in a century-old space decorated with minimalist, retro décor. Here, in addition to breakfast from 9 a.m. to noon, you'll enjoy traditional tapas adapted to the tastes of the Italian chef: vine croquetas , rice cakes au gratin, rigatoni bolognese and a whole range of seasonal recipes! Selected wines, a terrace for sunny days and the atmosphere of a Parisian bistro, with a Mediterranean touch to boot! Our favorite.

Traditional tapas in a singularly decorated place, near the Boqueria market. It is a restaurant of the group "En compañía de lobos", which seeks to revive the spirit of the famous neighborhood bars, but with a sophisticated design and character. You will immediately recognize it by its facade, where cats walk around the floors. It's a well-lit, elegant, yet friendly bar-restaurant. Try its different rice dishes or its exquisite fideuà, as well as its salads and desserts.

This cozy restaurant has been a Raval classic since 1940. Located a stone's throw from Plaza Cataluña, it's a meeting place worth visiting for its simple dishes and finely crafted tapas at very good prices. With its old-fashioned atmosphere, it is the ideal place to take a break with friends at any time of day, even on Sundays, to share a coffee, a beer or a vermouth, accompanied by patatas bravas with aioli, homemade croquettes, eggplant slices with honey or cannelloni with truffled bechamel. A very good address!

A gourmet tapas restaurant to discover in the Gothic Quarter! Le Petit Tapas welcomes you in a pleasantly subdued atmosphere, whether you're in the intimacy of the restaurant room or seated at the bar. The Mediterranean-inspired menu features a variety of creative tapas, as well as a fine selection of local wines. Try the beet carpaccio with goat's cheese and walnuts, the excellent ceviche-style sea bream or the pork filet mignon en croûte! And don't forget to save room for the crème brûlée praline!

This is one of the oldest restaurants in Barcelona still in operation, having opened in 1873. On the verge of closing due to the Covid-19 pandemic, it is a joy to see it still standing to welcome you in a warm atmosphere where time has stood still and enjoy tasty traditional tapas with a Catalan sauce. Among the highlights of the menu; the platter of sobrasada with honey served with bread, cod bombas with romesco sauce or cod confit, black garlic pipil , Santa Pau beans and chard.

Founded in 1931, the Can Codina bar has stood the test of time! Once a meeting point for politicians and FC Barcelona footballers, it is now a place full of history. The marble tables, the granite bar and even the stools, almost everything is from the past! You go there to mingle with the locals and enjoy quality tapas, very inexpensive homemade croquettes or chicken wings. You must also try the homemade vermouth! The owners and the waiters are pleasant, the bar is worth the detour!

A former Catalan wine wholesale bodega founded by Joan Balsells i Torres and Balbina Garrido, this restaurant looks back on 80 years of history and is one of Catalonia's gastronomic highlights, offering generous dishes prepared with the greatest respect for tradition. In fact, the restaurant offers complete, healthy menus with straightforward, local flavors (such as the Calçots menu). Tapas and grilled meats are served in a warm, informal atmosphere, the ideal setting for a drink with friends and family.

There are many restaurants on the Rambla del Poblenou. This one is, without a doubt, our favourite! Decorated in a slightly bohemian style, with its brick walls, wood panelling and ceramic zinc, the 58 is an excellent place to share creative tapas at great prices. On the slate: bravas, croquetas, Andalusian-style squid, vegetable risotto, aubergines with honey... Small dishes rather simple, but prepared with care and imagination. As a bonus, the French-speaking staff will give you a warm welcome!

This is an original restaurant for food and wine lovers in the heart of the Catalan capital. The dishes are made with fresh and natural seasonal products. From classic tapas to avant-garde and vegan, you'll find a wide variety of Mediterranean dishes with international influences, that's gastronomy Barcelona style. The experience doesn't stop there, as you can also enjoy tasty cocktails while watching local bands play.

Discover the authentic flavors of Southeast Asia on a gastronomic voyage that will take you on an exploration of dishes from Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia and Laos. Dishes such as dim sums, baos, curries, soups and woks are prepared with respect for tradition. All this in an informal, timeless setting where cooks and waiters bustle about on two floors of iconic decor. We recommend the new menu of Phô soups from northern Vietnam, as well as the signature cocktails.

In the Barceloneta district, Pasa Tapas is a traditional Catalan restaurant suitable for all kinds of occasions and at any time of day. For a dinner with friends, a gourmet break before heading to the beach, or even for group events, the establishment has a number of rooms with different capacities. The menu, essentially Mediterranean, offers something for every taste, from tapas and paella to excellent Catalan meats, not forgetting the famous menu of calçots to share.

Located in a former ^19th-century grocery store. Some of the original wooden shelves and hydraulic floors (from the old shop) are still preserved. The imprint of the past is present in many nooks and crannies, and the fusion of old and new makes this restaurant a warm and welcoming space. A gastrobar where every detail is meticulous, where every product is skilfully crafted. Quality, local and seasonal products. The place is designed for enjoying vintage details while strolling through exquisite flavors.