Guidebook for Barcelona
Food Scene
Its vibrant, they have the best and largest selection of tapas and its well located in city center!
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Cervesería Catalana
236 C. de MallorcaIts vibrant, they have the best and largest selection of tapas and its well located in city center!
Authentic and creative burgers in a relaxed atmosphere
Timesburg has become a modern classic for all the burger lovers of Barcelona. The creative burger menu offers three types of bread, each of which has a distinctive feature – a stamp of ‘Timesburg’ excellence. Customers can customize the ingredients of their burgers in almost endless combinations. Timesburg also offers a nice selection of sandwiches with Iberian jam and Nordic sausage made from salmon. The interior is very welcoming and features full height windows, indoor plants and white furniture which overall create a relaxing and laid back atmosphere.
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Timesburg Poblenou
168 Carrer de PujadesAuthentic and creative burgers in a relaxed atmosphere
Timesburg has become a modern classic for all the burger lovers of Barcelona. The creative burger menu offers three types of bread, each of which has a distinctive feature – a stamp of ‘Timesburg’ excellence. Customers can customize the ingredients of their burgers in almost endless combinations. Timesburg also offers a nice selection of sandwiches with Iberian jam and Nordic sausage made from salmon. The interior is very welcoming and features full height windows, indoor plants and white furniture which overall create a relaxing and laid back atmosphere.
Classical seasonal tapas in a relaxed informal atmosphere
Els Tres Porquets is different in that it does not offer high end gourmet delicacies, but attracts people instantly with its casual atmosphere, similar to a small-sized classical tavern-type venue. It serves great tapas and good wine at reasonable prices. Els Tres Porquents offers no fixed menu, and changes in meals are frequent, as all tapas and plates are cooked using only the freshest seasonal ingredients. The tapas are accompanied by a great selection of local and foreign wines, particularly of French origin. Worth trying are delicious mushroom croquettes as an alternative for vegetarians or juicy and crispy Galician cow sirloin with roasted peppers and garlic.
Price: mid-range
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 10am-4pm, 8.30-11pm; Sat 1.30-4pm, 8.30-11pm
Watch out for: the menu that changes with the days and seasons
Rambla del Poblenou, 165, ElPoblenou, Barcelona, + 34 933 300 303
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Els Tres Porquets
165 Rambla del PoblenouClassical seasonal tapas in a relaxed informal atmosphere
Els Tres Porquets is different in that it does not offer high end gourmet delicacies, but attracts people instantly with its casual atmosphere, similar to a small-sized classical tavern-type venue. It serves great tapas and good wine at reasonable prices. Els Tres Porquents offers no fixed menu, and changes in meals are frequent, as all tapas and plates are cooked using only the freshest seasonal ingredients. The tapas are accompanied by a great selection of local and foreign wines, particularly of French origin. Worth trying are delicious mushroom croquettes as an alternative for vegetarians or juicy and crispy Galician cow sirloin with roasted peppers and garlic.
Price: mid-range
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 10am-4pm, 8.30-11pm; Sat 1.30-4pm, 8.30-11pm
Watch out for: the menu that changes with the days and seasons
Rambla del Poblenou, 165, ElPoblenou, Barcelona, + 34 933 300 303
Cosy seafront restaurant with outstanding views
Xiringuito Escribà is a cosy restaurant located on the seafront, and is run by the Escribà family. The chef makes an excellent paella: one of the best in whole of Barcelona, to be precise. What is the secret? Meticulous dedication of the family members to their job and the attention to the needs of their customers. Here you can also find different sorts of rice meals with fresh seasonal ingredients, including brisk fish and seafood. Plan to indulge on a dessert tasting adventure, too – the temptation to try mouthwatering cakes prepared in the family’s home bakery is too high.
Price: budget
Opening times: Mon-Fri 1-4.30pm, 8-11pm; Sat-Sun 1-5pm, 8-11pm
Watch out for: the delicious cakes from the family-run home bakery
Avenida del Litoral, 42, Poblenou, Barcelona, +34 932 210 729
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Xiringuito Escribà
62 Av. del LitoralCosy seafront restaurant with outstanding views
Xiringuito Escribà is a cosy restaurant located on the seafront, and is run by the Escribà family. The chef makes an excellent paella: one of the best in whole of Barcelona, to be precise. What is the secret? Meticulous dedication of the family members to their job and the attention to the needs of their customers. Here you can also find different sorts of rice meals with fresh seasonal ingredients, including brisk fish and seafood. Plan to indulge on a dessert tasting adventure, too – the temptation to try mouthwatering cakes prepared in the family’s home bakery is too high.
Price: budget
Opening times: Mon-Fri 1-4.30pm, 8-11pm; Sat-Sun 1-5pm, 8-11pm
Watch out for: the delicious cakes from the family-run home bakery
Avenida del Litoral, 42, Poblenou, Barcelona, +34 932 210 729
Vegetarian-friendly meals from organic ingredients
First place in our list goes to this unique café that offers a creative menu for vegetarians and vegans, including gluten-free options. Aguaribay is not restricted within one particular cuisine, but is influenced by world gastronomic cultures. Chefs Valentina, Francesca and Manuel offer nutritious healthy menus suitable for brunches and lunch breaks. Aquaribay is a brand-new concept of a vegetarian café, as it offers unusual, un-stereotypical vegetarian dishes, including beans with polenta and sage cream, or home-made stuffed pasta. Fresh and organic ingredients of excellent quality are used daily. A nice selection of artisan and craft beers is available, as well as soft drinks and fresh juices.
Price: budget
Opening times: Sun-Wed 1-4pm; Thu 1-4pm, 8.30-11; Fri-Sat 1-4pm, 8.30-11.30pm
Watch out for: the home made pasta
Ramon Turró, 181, Sant Martí, Barcelona, +34 933 00 37 90
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Aguaribay
1 Carrer del TaulatVegetarian-friendly meals from organic ingredients
First place in our list goes to this unique café that offers a creative menu for vegetarians and vegans, including gluten-free options. Aguaribay is not restricted within one particular cuisine, but is influenced by world gastronomic cultures. Chefs Valentina, Francesca and Manuel offer nutritious healthy menus suitable for brunches and lunch breaks. Aquaribay is a brand-new concept of a vegetarian café, as it offers unusual, un-stereotypical vegetarian dishes, including beans with polenta and sage cream, or home-made stuffed pasta. Fresh and organic ingredients of excellent quality are used daily. A nice selection of artisan and craft beers is available, as well as soft drinks and fresh juices.
Price: budget
Opening times: Sun-Wed 1-4pm; Thu 1-4pm, 8.30-11; Fri-Sat 1-4pm, 8.30-11.30pm
Watch out for: the home made pasta
Ramon Turró, 181, Sant Martí, Barcelona, +34 933 00 37 90
El Tío Che
The best horchateria in Barcelona
Opened in 1912, the ice cream parlor El Tío Che has been proudly named the best horchateria in Barcelona. The owner of this local gem, Joan Pere Iborra, began what would later become a family tradition, incorporating four generations of the family. The story behind El Tío Che’s name states that Uncle Che wandered around the streets of Barcelona, offering homemade horchata, and due to his stubbornness and persistence his name quickly became the first in the Barcelona. Horchata is a traditional Spanish drink made from tiger nut milk, almond and sesame seeds and rice. Try this specialty at El Tío Che’s, with a ball of ice cream for a refreshing and unique flavor. The menu of El Tío Che offers endless choice of ice creams, natural horchata, meringue milk, freshly squeezed juices and waffles.
Price: budget
Opening times: 24 hours daily
Watch out for: the best horchata in Barcelona
El Tío Che, Rambla del Poblenou 44-46, El Poblenou, Barcelona, +34 933 09 18 72
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Horchatería El Tío Che
44-46 Rambla del PoblenouEl Tío Che
The best horchateria in Barcelona
Opened in 1912, the ice cream parlor El Tío Che has been proudly named the best horchateria in Barcelona. The owner of this local gem, Joan Pere Iborra, began what would later become a family tradition, incorporating four generations of the family. The story behind El Tío Che’s name states that Uncle Che wandered around the streets of Barcelona, offering homemade horchata, and due to his stubbornness and persistence his name quickly became the first in the Barcelona. Horchata is a traditional Spanish drink made from tiger nut milk, almond and sesame seeds and rice. Try this specialty at El Tío Che’s, with a ball of ice cream for a refreshing and unique flavor. The menu of El Tío Che offers endless choice of ice creams, natural horchata, meringue milk, freshly squeezed juices and waffles.
Price: budget
Opening times: 24 hours daily
Watch out for: the best horchata in Barcelona
El Tío Che, Rambla del Poblenou 44-46, El Poblenou, Barcelona, +34 933 09 18 72
Drinks & Nightlife
This place will blow your mind away! AMAZING cocktails like you have never seen before in a super hidden location. Small cozy but vibrant and unique!
Pastrami Bar
4 Carrer de Rera PalauThis place will blow your mind away! AMAZING cocktails like you have never seen before in a super hidden location. Small cozy but vibrant and unique!
Balius Bar
Authentic local favorite near the beach
Balius Bar is a place reserved for locals: it is usually less crowded and less touristy, which allows for a more authentic Catalonian drinking experience. With the golden beach just a few blocks away, Balius Bar has combined quirky vintage-style rustic interior with dim lighting and uncommon pieces of décor. While at Balius, try their specialty vermouth, or any of the mouthwatering cocktails. It is an ideal place to blend in with locals and become one of the crowd.
Price: mid-range
Opening times: Mon-Thu 6pm-2am; Fri-Sat 6pm-3am; Sun 12pm-1am
Watch out for: the excellent quality vermouth
Balius Bar, Pujades, 196, Barcelona, +34 933 15 86 50
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Balius Bar
196 Carrer de PujadesBalius Bar
Authentic local favorite near the beach
Balius Bar is a place reserved for locals: it is usually less crowded and less touristy, which allows for a more authentic Catalonian drinking experience. With the golden beach just a few blocks away, Balius Bar has combined quirky vintage-style rustic interior with dim lighting and uncommon pieces of décor. While at Balius, try their specialty vermouth, or any of the mouthwatering cocktails. It is an ideal place to blend in with locals and become one of the crowd.
Price: mid-range
Opening times: Mon-Thu 6pm-2am; Fri-Sat 6pm-3am; Sun 12pm-1am
Watch out for: the excellent quality vermouth
Balius Bar, Pujades, 196, Barcelona, +34 933 15 86 50
Arogueiria Poble Nou
Gin varieties and Galician cuisine
Hidden off the beaten path in Poblenou, Arogueiria is a trendy place. They are known for their excellent gin, made with one of the 80 varieties of gin, as well as their take on traditional Galician cuisine. The menu consists of traditional tapas, but is not limited to it. Order paella with squid or savory pieces of octopus and you will understand why its almost impossible to squeeze inside this place during lunch and dinner time. After 11 pm every Friday and Saturday dim pink lights illuminate the bar and music start playing, attracting young crowds and stylish individuals.
Price: mid-range
Watch out for: distinct flavors of gin and tonic
Opening times: Mon 9am-11pm; Wed 9am-11pm; Thu-Sat 9am-3am; Sun 9am-11am, 1-11pm
Arogueiria, Carrer de Marià Aguiló, 50, Sant Marti, Barcelona, +34 93 309 26 81
Restaurante Arogueria
50 Carrer de Marià AguilóArogueiria Poble Nou
Gin varieties and Galician cuisine
Hidden off the beaten path in Poblenou, Arogueiria is a trendy place. They are known for their excellent gin, made with one of the 80 varieties of gin, as well as their take on traditional Galician cuisine. The menu consists of traditional tapas, but is not limited to it. Order paella with squid or savory pieces of octopus and you will understand why its almost impossible to squeeze inside this place during lunch and dinner time. After 11 pm every Friday and Saturday dim pink lights illuminate the bar and music start playing, attracting young crowds and stylish individuals.
Price: mid-range
Watch out for: distinct flavors of gin and tonic
Opening times: Mon 9am-11pm; Wed 9am-11pm; Thu-Sat 9am-3am; Sun 9am-11am, 1-11pm
Arogueiria, Carrer de Marià Aguiló, 50, Sant Marti, Barcelona, +34 93 309 26 81