Barcelona is an active and multinational capital of Catalonia, and people are fond of travelling there to try various types of gastronomy. Being able to access such a variety of eating places makes it quite difficult to know where to begin when exploring the restaurants available in this city. Here in this blog post, we will be looking at which of the areas that are a perfect paradise for food lovers in Barcelona.

Eixample

Eixample comes from the Catalan word for expansion and is a district home to some of the best eateries in all of Barcelona. This place is heaven for gourmets: one can find here anything, from super posh restaurants to small cozy cafes. For a gourmet dinner in Barcelona with a view of modernist reflections of Gaudí the choice is made – Passeig de Gràcia is an outstanding place for Spanish and especially catalonian cuisine.

Must-Visit Restaurants in Eixample:

Disfrutar: They are one of the restaurants with three Michelin stars that implements different innovative concepts of Mediterranean cuisine. Be ready to ash with surprise by the masterpieces of the former elBulli chefs.

Tickets: Created by the creative genius of Ferran Adrià this fun tapas bar shows the Spanish cuisine in a whole new light. The appearance of new meals and the funny design of the place make it without doubts one of the best places for a true gourmet.

Bar Mut: If one is looking for the new wave of Catalan dishes, than Bar Mut is a place to try. Their creativity is well displayed on the Menu because they offer the best local produce while in a comfortable environment.

El Born

El Born is one of the most colourful and interesting districts in Barcelona’s Ciutat Vella district It also has amazing food. Having a medieval architecture and very narrow streets, it has plenty of modern bars and restaurants serving different kinds of cuisines of the world. This is a youthful neighborhood and anyone in search of trendy yet genuine budget restaurant will find this place ideal.

Must-Visit Restaurants in El Born:

Can Culleretes: This restaurant is more than 200 years old; it opened its doors for the guests in 1786, and now it offers guests the opportunity to taste classical Spanish cuisine, especially, the Catalan oven specialties. From a window you can admire the rural setting and, with your taste buds, taste the traditions of traditional recipes.

El Xampanyet: Being one of the most beloved places in the local area, El Xampanyet offers the most delicious tapas and sparkling wine. It boasts a friendly ambiance, a neat house specialty which you can’t afford to miss.

Palo Cortao: This establishment which is exclusively a restaurant serves both Spanish and Peruvian food. The amazingly combined dishes and great atmosphere are the main benefits of the restaurant.

Gràcia

Gràcia is an area full of painters, artists, and any bohemian type of people and, therefore, gastronomy in Gràcia absorbs a less hurried kind of eater. Accommodation in this vibrant area is well established, full of beautiful plazas and blink and you might miss alleyways, offering a diverse choice of global and specifically local Catalan food and drink.

Must-Visit Restaurants in Gràcia:

La Pubilla: It is a family restaurant that serves traditional food of Catalonia and utilises fresh products of the region. The ambience and warm staff contribution enable the house to feel like home.

Botafumeiro: If seafood is you thing, Then Botafumeiro is not a place you want to miss. For over 40 years this restaurant has specialized in sea food dishes and it brings the results of each day’s fishing to its clients.

Bodega Biarritz: Hidden from the street and not very large, Bodega Biarritz serves wonderful food in the form of pintxos. As would the locals do, enjoy them with a glass of vermouth alongside them.

Barcelona is a city that offers great opportunities to taste delicious dishes at any restaurants. Whether you are admiring architectural design of Eixample modernist structures, wandering through the small streets of El Born district or enjoying artsy Gracia’s ambiance there is plenty to eat. Let your palate be brave and let them experience Barcelona’s diverse restaurant cuisine.