Teresa Carles - A fantastic vegetarian restaurant with lots of variety.
Raima - Not really a restaurant, but there is a cool café/bar on the top floor of the best paper shop in BCN.
Terrassa Martínez - A fancy (and a bit on the pricier side) restaurant in a beautiful enclosed terrace with great views of Montjuïc!
Koska Taberna - Great little place for authentic tapas and vermut.
Xiloka - Spanish & Italian Tapas!
Mon Viet - Great Vietnamese place with an inexpensive tasting menu.
Koku Kitchen Ramen - Best Ramen in the city!
Sartoria Panatieri - A casual, wood-fired pizza place (and charcuterie boards)!
BelleBuòn - The best lasagna in town! It's very close to the UAB campus.
Ceviche 103 - A trendy Peruvian restaurant!
Grosso Napoletano Senza Glutine - Everyone's favorite Napolitan pizza, but their gluten-free location!
Coming soon!
Coming soon!
Tramendu - A small, very local place in the Sants area!
KOBUTA Ramen i Més - A casual ramen spot, also in the Sants area. They have another location in the Eixample!
Can Batlló - A community events space and restaurant/bar, located in an old textile factory!
El Mosquito - A relaxed, Asian inspired tapas bar.
Mantequerías Pirenaicas - A classic tapas and bocadillo bar. Their tortilla de patata (Spanish omelette) is a must try!
Platerets - A great spot for a menú del día (3 course lunch menu)!
Ziryab Fusion Tapas - A tapas restaurant in El Born, inspired by the flavors of North Africa!
La Rovira - A casual spot for tapas and sandwiches.
Green Spot - A healthy vegetarian restaurant right on the port of BCN!
Le Petit - A classic tapas bar!
Ugot Bruncherie - A quirky brunch spot with coffee, cakes, burgers, and a great brunch menu.
Fismuler - An elegant restaurant with a variety of options. A great place to bring your parents!
Coming soon!
Bar del Pi - A historic bar in the heart of the Gothic Quarter known for its modernist façade, cozy family-run atmosphere, and delicious tapas.
Bèggè África - Originally recommended to me by students, this lively restaurant serves bold and soulful West African dishes. The Maafe peanut stew and Bissap hibiscus tea are a must!
Las Tres Mentiras - A vibrant Mexican restaurant in the Sants district - their Mole is my favorite!
Seoul Nadri - Be transported to Seoul as you enjoy authentic Korean BBQ!
Sam Bu Ja - Comfort Korean food at an affordable price! Bueno, bonito, barato!
Xiringuito Escribà - A fancier option for enjoying paella next to the sea! Make sure you leave room for their famous dessert.
Hiraya - A recent discovery - ask for the chef's specialty ramen!
Denassus - A small eatery with modern tapas, right on Calle Blai (the famous pincho street in Poble Sec)!
Fusion Cebiche - A cozy Peruvian restaurant that fuses Peruvian cuisine with Chinese and Japanese food.
Casa Maians - A female owned Mediterranean restaurant near La Barceloneta, known for their arroz (rice) dishes!
Restaurant Saó - An elevated Mediterranean restaurant, perfect for a special occasion!
Murivecchi - A southern Italian restaurant. The Cacio e Pepe pasta served in a bowl of cheese is a must try!
Totoro - A small Japanese restaurant serving up wok, sushi, and rice dishes.
La Kabane - A French restaurant right in the heart of Gràcia!
Enigma 23 - A tiny brunch spot with some of the best brunch in all of BCN!
Cachaca - A cozy restaurant serving up traditional Italian food.
Manso's Café - A Swedish bakery - the cinnamon buns are a must try!
Tantarantana - An upscale tapas restaurant with jazz music.
Bar del Pla - An authentic tapas bar in El Born!
Caravelle - A lively spot for brunch, coffee, and pastries.
La Pachuca - Amazing Mexican food - the nachos are a crowd favorite! They only accept cash for payment.
Los Tortillez - They specalize in different types of tortillas de patata (Spanish omelette). Elena's favorite is the goat cheese tortilla.
Petit Bangkok - A Thai restaurant with 3 locations around the city.
Molinet Cafè Antic - A very cozy brunch spot.
Papadam - A delicious Indian restaurant close to the Parallel metro stop!
Can Tresó - They've got an amazing menu del día (lunch menu) from Monday-Thursday.
La Bombeta - A traditional restaurant in the Barceloneta, known for their bombas.
La Flauta - A great stop for all things tapas, and also the special steak tartar on Thursdays!
Bristol Cafe - A vintage brunch spot and espresso bar. Really tasty cakes!
La Catrina - A fantastic Mexican restaurant, coming from a Mexicana herself!
Bodega Biarritz 1881 - A charming bodega with tapas featuring local ingredients.
Disfrutar - It offers a cutting-edge culinary experience with various tasting menus. A great option for a special occasion!
Zia Carolina - A traditional pizza spot in the Poble Nou area!
Compà - Fresh Italian paninis with a cool vibe!
Machaka Burger - A burger place with super original decor. To go to the bathroom you have to open a fridge door!
K-chopo - Located in El Prat, you can find all kinds of Asturian food there! Be sure to leave some room for their cachopo.
Koyo Sushi - An all you can eat Japanese restaurant, they offer a great lunch menu price.
The Benedict - A cozy spot for all-day brunch, offering delicious eggs benedict and fresh smoothies.
Mr. Robinson - A trendy spot with a great selection of street food and brunch.
Buon Appetito - A charming Italian restaurant offering authentic pasta and wood-fired pizzas. A true taste of Italy in the heart of BCN!
Out of China - The entire menu is gluten free and it's one of the few places in BCN in which you can enjoy truly authentic Chinese food without worrying about gluten!
Grosso Napoletano Senza Glutine - A fantastic pizza restaurant, and completely gluten free!
Los Caracoles - This restaurant in the Barrio Gótico is known for its high quality dishes at reasonable prices.