Welcome to Barcelona! This beautiful city offers a wide variety of gastronomic experiences. At Silken Hotels, we want to invite you to discover our recommended restaurants in the city. From Peruvian to Korean restaurants, vegetarian, vegan, and restaurants with views and romantic charm, Barcelona has something for every taste.
Here are some suggestions for the most recommended restaurants in Barcelona to enjoy the city's varied cuisine.
9 recommended restaurants in Barcelona
Catalan cuisine in a historic venue | Can Culleretes
Can Culleretes is a unique restaurant that evokes the modernist era. It is the oldest restaurant in the city, having opened its doors in 1786. Its walls are covered with photographs of famous people who have dined or eaten there, as well as thousands of anecdotes told over the years. Inside its halls, you can enjoy a wide variety of traditional Catalan dishes, as well as a great selection of wines and spirits. It’s a unique place to enjoy a one-of-a-kind gastronomic experience.
Signature tapas | Cera 23
If you’re looking for a good tapas restaurant in Barcelona, you can’t miss Cera 23. This charming restaurant serves award-winning Galician dishes with a unique Mediterranean and Italian twist. Here you’ll find delicious options like juicy beef tenderloin served with chimichurri, succulent beef burgers, and tempting black rice volcanoes filled with seafood and saffron oil. All of these tasty sensations are available at reasonable prices that won’t leave your wallet empty.
Korean restaurant | Kimchi Mama
Barcelona is a city with a wide gastronomic offer. One of the best options for tasting Korean cuisine in the city is Kimchi Mama, a restaurant where Jinho and his wife Kyoungae work hard to ensure non-Korean customers enjoy the experience. Among its specialties is huedupbap, raw salmon with rice and fresh vegetables in spicy sauce. Also, for the more adventurous, kimchi workshops are organized on weekends. The place is small, so it’s recommended to book in advance.
Brunch time | Granja PetitBo
In the building that was once a dairy farm at the beginning of the 20th century, today you’ll find the place every hipster is looking for in a city like Barcelona: vintage furniture aesthetics, fresh products, homemade pastries, and top-quality brunch.
Located on Passeig Sant Joan, near the Ciutadella Park, the farmhouse mainly offers breakfast combined with a still limited gastronomic offer. If you manage to get a table, you’ll be lucky, as this is one of the most recommended brunch spots in Barcelona.
With Michelin stars | Disfrutar
Disfrutar Barcelona is the dream of three young chefs with top-class training: Mateu Casañas, Oriol Castro, and Eduard Xatruch. Located in the heart of the Eixample, this restaurant offers starred cuisine with a Mediterranean décor that reflects respect for the history of the area. With a cozy and warm atmosphere, Disfrutar Barcelona offers a unique gastronomic experience, as the dishes are creatively prepared for diners to enjoy their meal to the fullest.
The restaurant has received numerous awards over the years, including third place in The World's 50 Best Restaurants in 2022 and two Michelin stars since 2018. If you want to enjoy creative and signature cuisine, Disfrutar Barcelona is the perfect place.
Vegetarian restaurant | Xavier Pellicer
The Xavier Pellicer Restaurant is an ideal place for those who want to enjoy healthy and delicious food, located in a beautiful building with a unique industrial-style décor in the heart of Barcelona. The food is a fusion of modern and traditional flavors, with an emphasis on using fresh and healthy products. The restaurant specializes in organic products, giving its dishes a unique and delicious touch.
Romantic restaurant | Belbo Dos Besos
Belbo Dos Besos is the most romantic restaurant in Barcelona. Located in a privileged area, it offers a unique and complete experience for customers. The restaurant is known for its care and respect for the raw ingredients, providing local and honest products. Its menu is varied and updated season after season to offer new experiences to its clients. Guests can enjoy the sea breeze, the scent of the land, and the relaxing sensations the place offers.
Belbo Dos Besos is one of the most recommended restaurants in Barcelona for sharing a romantic dinner as a couple or enjoying an intimate evening.
Gluten-free restaurant | Gut
Gut is a unique gluten-free restaurant with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. It is known for its excellent service, high-quality food, and modern, innovative décor. The dishes are prepared with the best fresh and local products at all times. The menu is designed to satisfy the tastes of all customers, with a wide variety of gluten-free dishes, from traditional food to modern dishes, blending flavors from around the world.
Fusion restaurant: Peruvian or Japanese? | Ají
Between a Japanese restaurant and a Peruvian one, the Nikkei fusion. For lovers of this type of food, the Ají restaurant in Barcelona is a paradise. Its cuisine is inspired by the mix of Japanese and Peruvian cultures, resulting in a creative, colorful, and tasty gastronomic proposal.
Chef Alejandra Ormeño is in charge of designing the menu, with dishes ideal for sharing with friends. It’s a balance between the voluptuousness and exoticism of Peruvian cuisine and the meticulousness and rigor of Japanese cuisine. This is reflected in the wide selection of dishes they offer, from sushi to ceviche.
Stay at Silken and visit the most recommended restaurants in Barcelona
If you stay at any of the centrally located Silken Hotels in Barcelona, you'll have easy access to all these recommended restaurants in Barcelona by foot or public transport.
Our 4-star hotel on Las Ramblas is perfect for a city getaway. If you're short on time, at Silken Ramblas, you’ll be in the heart of Barcelona, close to the best tourist attractions and Gaudí's iconic buildings.
For those seeking a more tranquil stay away from the hustle and bustle, Silken Sant Gervasi is the ideal option. Just 10 minutes from the center, this hotel in Sarrià, Barcelona is a charming accommodation, especially recommended for couples. Don't wait any longer and book your stay at our hotels in Barcelona! We're waiting for you.
