Undoubtedly, every city has a gastronomic classic, that dish that all locals and especially visitors, have to try sometime. That’s why, on this occasion, we have made a compilation of the most iconic tapas in Barcelona, do you want to know where to eat them? Then stay tuned to this post we have created for you, here we tell you where to go!
1. In the Cova Fumada, ask for La Bomba (Carrer del Baluard, 56).
There is no argument that this is one of the mythical bars of Barcelona, which opened in 1945 and still retains all its authenticity, we are talking about La Cova Fumada. This is the ideal place for locals and visitors to enjoy the quality and good prices for its famous Bomba de La Barceloneta, invented by them more than 60 years ago.It is a delicious potato croquette bathed in a sauce whose main attraction is its spiciness, in addition, one of alioli, which you have to try.
2. At Bar Gol, try these tapas, the torreznos (Carrer del Parlament,10).
If you don’t know the Gol bar, we don’t know what you’re waiting for to run to it. It is a beautiful house in the neighborhood of Sant Antoni, in which, yes or yes, you have to try the torreznos that as they call themselves, are “energy bars” that you will not be able to stop eating.
Aside from delicious food, you can expect unparalleled service, what more could you ask for in life? A fresh beer to accompany this delicious tapa.
3. You have to go to Can Cargolet, ask for the artichoke tapas and for once, some snails too (Carrer del Comte d’Urgell, 17).
A classic of Catalan cuisine, Can Cargolet is very famous for its snails, ranging from the most basic to those with crayfish or rabbit. But you have to know that their grilled artichokes melt in your mouth, and as we can’t explain it very well with words that do it honor, what we recommend is that you go and try them, they are out of this world!
4. In Tomàs de Sarrià, the bravas you have to try! (Carrer major de Sarrià, 49)
We don’t have much to tell you, just go and try the best patatas bravas in town, accompanied by an exquisite aioli and a spicy oil on top, is your mouth watering? I’m sure you do!
5. At Sant Antoni Gloriòs, enjoy a Russian salad (Carrer de Manso, 42).
Sant Antoni Gloriòs chef “Mandu” was a finalist for chef of the year and was even featured in the New York Times. But the best thing is that it continues in the neighborhood offering a menu of tapas that are unique. And this salad with olives and shallots is simply delicious.
And if you liked this tour of the best tapas in Barcelona, you can also read: The 6 places to eat the best croquettes in the city.
