Top 10 Restaurants Near the Beach in Barcelona in 2023
If you think you head to any old restaurant near the beach in Barcelona, think again! Not all restaurants are created equal. But don’t worry, we know just the right places for you to enjoy great food and killer views. Our local expert shares the best restaurants near the beach in Barcelona.
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Top 10 Places To Eat Near the Beach in Barceloneta
The city of Barcelona hugs the coast for about 5 kilometers, giving visitors a long stretch of sandy beach all within easy access from the city.
Whether you choose to eat near the popular Barceloneta Beach or head further north to Platja del Bogatell or Olympic Beach, there are plenty of great options.
Here are the best restaurants near the beach in Barcelona. For foodies who love to travel, check out our Barcelona food tours. They’re a fun way to get to know the city, eat delicious authentic food, and meet new people. Buen Provecho!
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Can Fisher
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€€ | Seafood and Paella | Beachfront | Platja del Bogatell
If you’re soaking up the sun on Platja del Bogatell and get hungry or looking for somewhere to eat that’s practically on the beach, this is the spot. You can’t beat the crispy calamari or magnificent views of Can Fisher.
Located right next to the beach, it’s the perfect setting to enjoy well-prepared seafood dishes and paella in particular. With friendly staff, good food, and refreshing sangria, you’re in for a relaxing lunch or dinner.
Address: Av. del Litoral, 64
Gallito
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€€ | Tapas | Beachfront Terrace | Platja de Sant Sebastià
Gallito restaurant is a great choice when you’re looking for tasty tapas served with a nice creative touch. They specialize in good vibes and you’ll definitely feel them as you enjoy a great selection of Spanish snacks.
Right next to the famous Hotel Vela and a short walk from the silky sand of Barceloneta Beach, you can easily find Gallito at the end of the promenade overlooking Platja de Sant Sebastià.
Try the lovely fresh fish ceviche served creatively with a lightly fried corn tortilla. Gallito serves amazing paellas in a simple space with beautiful sea views. Come and enjoy a bite to eat before or after the beach.
Address: Passeig del Mare Nostrum, 19, 21
Barraca
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€€ | Seafood | Vegetarian Options | Beachfront | Platja de la Barceloneta
If you’re looking for somewhere to eat near Barceloneta Beach, this is a great option. It might take you a moment to find the stairs up to Barraca Restaurant as it’s located on the second floor above a great fresh food market. But it’s worth it.
You’ll find a casual eatery with colorful touches and a welcoming atmosphere. Beachside Barraca serves up some of the freshest seafood you can find in the Barceloneta area and has an ample selection of vegetarian options. Be sure to try the mussels in Romesco sauce, not to be missed!
Address: Passeig Marítim de la Barceloneta, 1
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La Cova Fumada
€€ | Tapas Bar | Family Run | Locals’ Spot | Near Platja de la Barceloneta
Just a few streets away from Barceloneta Beach, the Cova Fumada serves up inexpensive and classic tapas and a nice cold beer. Tucked away in the Barceloneta neighborhood this is a well-known spot for locals who want good food at reasonable prices.
Ordering food may be a bit of a challenge as not everyone working here can speak English, but it’s a great opportunity to practice your Spanish. Try the freshly cooked octopus (pulpo), a fried Bomba, or a classic Catalan salad of salt cod (esquiexada).
Address: Carrer del Baluard, 56
Port Vela
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€€€ | Tapas | Spanish Cuisine | Terrace | Sea Views | Near the Port
A hidden gem of a restaurant, the Port Vela sits just behind the famous Hotel Vela and offers up excellent Spanish cuisine. It has a very nice view of the port of Barcelona to enjoy while you dine.
Set in a recently opened section of the port, this new restaurant is gaining popularity with people who don’t mind going just a few steps extra. The tapas they cook up will leave you wanting more for sure. The mouthwatering croquettes and lovingly fried patatas bravas are just a few highlights from their complete menu of classic Spanish cuisine.
Address: Passeig de Joan de Borbó, 103, Local 7/8
Peix Vela
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€€€ | Tapas | Terrace | Beach Views | Near Platja de Sant Sebastià
Peix Vela is the place to go if you want to impress your date or family with amazing views of Barcelona and the beach. It has a large terrace right next to the beach that can host intimate dinners or group meals.
Peix Vela is famous for making amazing paellas and great cuts of meat that they grill to perfection over hot coals. Try the rice with squid shrimp and clams for delightful and flavorful paella or the perfectly cooked steak.
Address: Passeig del Mare Nostrum, 19, 21
El Filferro
€€ | Tapas | Creative and Hip | Hidden Gem | Near Platja de la Barceloneta
Sometimes the crowds milling around in Barcelona can become overwhelming and you just need to find a minute to rest and take a deep breath. In my opinion, Filferro is the perfect place to do just that. when you are down by the beach in Barcelona.
A few streets away from Barceloneta beach, Filferro has a quiet terrace and a small interior dining room. They have a simple and fun menu featuring local and international cuisine served with a nice touch of style. And yes, this place is a secret, so don’t tell everyone!
Address: Carrer de Sant Carles, 29
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Els Pescadors
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€€€€ | Catalan Cuisine | Seafood | Hidden Gem | Near Platja de la Mar Bella
Els Pescadors is not located right next to the beach—it’s hidden away in a beautiful little plaza located in the Poble Nou district of Barcelona. Once you arrive, you’ll see that you have happened upon a cozy spot that never fails to satisfy.
Els Pescadors (“the fishermen”) of course specializes in amazing seafood and I think you would be hard-pressed to find a place that has fresher seafood than what they bring to the table. It is not a place to go to if you’re on a budget, but your taste buds will thank you if you do!
Address: Plaça de Prim, 1
Bar Jai-Ca
€-€€ | Spanish Cuisine | Classic Tapas | Locals’ Favorite
Locals in Barcelona flock to Jai Ca for many reasons, so you may have to wait for a table. Due to the popularity of their great food and reasonable prices, they have even opened a second location just a few doors down from the original restaurant.
Don’t miss out on their fried artichoke chips—they’re to die for! Of course, they have amazing Spanish jamon, which you simply must eat with some local bread with tomato. Their list of tapas is long, so if you’re looking for a place to try different things, you’ve found it.
Address: Carrer de Ginebra, 13
BlackLab Brewhouse & Kitchen
€€ | Burgers | Microbrewery | Terrace | Near Platja de la Barceloneta
In Barcelona, there will be times when you need a break from tapas. That’s when a good burger and beer combo is needed. When you’re down by the beach and fancy something a bit different, head to the terrace at Black Lab Brewery.
The staff know their stuff and they’ll help you choose the perfect craft beer. The kitchen specializes in tantalizing burgers, but they have much more than that to offer including live music. It’s a cool place to hang out.
Address: Palau del Mar, Plaça de Pau Vila, 1
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BEST BARCELONA BEACH RESTAURANTS | ForeverBarcelona
This time of the year, many clients ask me to recommend them good Barcelona beach restaurants. After all, they are a perfect choice for a summer meal. However, there are so many, and so many of them are no more than tourist traps, that visitors need some orientation to choose where to go.
This is why, when today Sally M. wrote me to reconfirm her Gaudi tour and asked me about Barcelona beach restaurants to go with her husband, I thought that it was a great post idea. And no sooner said than done! Good appetite!
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Located in the Olympic Village, I love dining at their outdoor terrace, with the quiet sound of the ways in my ears, to view of the palm trees and the moon, and a candle on my table to make the evening even more romantic. And after dinner, if I feel like dancing, some of my favorite nightclubs are just next door. This is I chose Agua from all the offer in the area: it’s just next door to the best ones.
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Pez Vela
Looking for an informal but cool place to eat? Our Barcelona beach restaurants list has another great choice for you! Pez Vela is located at the foot of the W hotel (a top Barcelona beach hotel, by the way), and I always choose a table outdoors when it’s sunny.
SAGRADA FAMILIA AND TAPAS
Nothing beats the astounding views over the water, while I savor a gourmet rice with my friends. And I can’t resist their lemon pie for dessert either!
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La Deliciosa
Hungry at the beach? A “chiringuito” is an informal beach bar serving comfort food and drinks, and there are a few located along the Barcelona beaches. And most of them, though, the food isn’t great… But this is not the case of this one, where their goal is to serve gourmet beach food.
Either you need breakfast after a night partying, or you want a light meal like a sandwich and a salad, or if you want to seat down and have some tapas… They get you covered! And of course they have an enticing drinks menu with cocktails, gin and tonics, vermouth and more!
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Xiringuito Escribà
Larger and with more facilities than the average “xiringuito”, in this one you will be able to enjoy a more elaborated meal. paella is their specialty: they have up to 6 different dry dishes! And their tapas are also great (try their ham “airbags”).
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But leave some room for dessert: this venue is run by Christian Escribà, one of the best cake makers in town.
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Cal Pinxo Platja
This restaurant is run by the 5th generation of the same family devoted for decades to seafood cooking in the Barceloneta (BTW, more Barceloneta restaurants here). Well known by the locals, it features an outdoor terrace overlooking the beach. Head here for great lobster, prawns, shrimp or any kind of shellfish.
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Ca la Nuri Platja
Ms. Nuri and her husband started out with a small neighborhood bar in 1962, and little by little, encouraged also by their kids who now run the family business, started growing. It was one of their sons that found the venue during one of his bike strolls along the sea.
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And this is how Ca la Nuri Platja has become a local favorite for tapas, fish and rices by the sea. There’s always at least one vegetarian rice available in their menu.
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Best Bars on Barcelona Beach │Lugaris
- 1 Best Bars on Barceloneta Beach
- 1.1 Segons Mercat
- 1.2 Can Solé
- 1.3 Bar Leo
- 9006 9000 Can Sardi
- 2 The best chiringuitos on the beaches of Barcelona
- 2.1 Bambú
- 2.2 Chiringuito Escribà
- 2.3 La Deliciosa
- 3 Best places to eat near Barcelona beaches
- 3.1 7 Portes
- 3.2 Bestial
- 3.3 Can Ros
Welcome to the best beach bars in Barcelona! After a long and cold winter, the long-awaited summer finally comes, and with it the beautiful beach days. There is nothing better than relaxing with a cool drink, tasting Mediterranean cuisine and listening to live music.
Barcelona is a city whose culture is inseparable from its beaches. That’s why we at Lugaris would like to recommend you some great bars located on the best beaches in Barcelona.
The best bars on the Barceloneta beach
Barceloneta is a pleasant seaside area in Barcelona. True, many establishments in this area were created solely to attract tourists, but on its streets you can find real gems of Catalan gastronomy. Some of them have even been recognized as the best tapas bars.
In these bars you can sit on the terrace overlooking the sea and enjoy a cold drink, try some of the dishes on offer or taste a good cocktail.
Segons Mercat
Segons Mercat is one of the recommended beach bars in Barcelona. This institution, which opened in 2007, has become one of the best in Barcelona. When you get here, the first thing you will notice from the outside of the bar is its resemblance to a fish market, but don’t be alarmed, go inside!
If you’re just here for a drink, you can sit at one of the tables on the terrace and enjoy the view of the waterfront.
But if you get hungry, your first stop should be at the fishmonger’s counter, where you can choose the fresh food you’d like to eat.
Choose the amount of fish you want to eat, the method of its preparation, place an order and sit down at the table. Soon you will have one of the best seafood delicacies in front of you, freshly prepared especially for you.
Can Solé
When you’re at Can Solé, pay attention to who sits next to you at the next table, because it’s quite possible that there will be a famous person there. Many celebrities like to visit here, such as Michael J. Fox or Sarah Montiel.
The menu is based on fish, seafood and rice and always uses only high quality and fresh products.
Be warned, it will be quite difficult for you to choose from 18 different types of rice: scallop rice, crab caldoso rice, cuttlefish black rice and many others. Don’t forget to reserve a table in advance, otherwise you won’t be able to taste this exquisite delicacy.
Bar Leo
You can’t say you’ve been to Barceloneta if you haven’t been to this bar. It has become one of the legendary places in the area due to its tradition and excellent prices.
You can have a beer here, but you might end up trying some of their tapas (like bombas) or listening to a live Catalan rumba.
Can Sardi
Can Sardi is another of the best beach bars in Barcelona. As the name suggests, this seafront bar’s specialty is sardines. They are grilled, marinated and smoked.
In addition, other fresh seafood tapas and artfully prepared dishes are on the menu of your choice. Don’t forget to try their homemade desserts, you won’t regret it.
The best chiringuitos on the beaches of Barcelona
Chiringuitos are without a doubt the best sea view bars as they are right on the sand. They are perfect for hot days when you decide to spend the whole day enjoying the sun on the beach.
When you feel like it’s time to cool off or grab a bite to eat, knowing which chiringuitos to choose is very helpful.
These are structures that are built every year on a sandy beach. They offer refreshing drinks, delicious food and a very summery atmosphere.
Bambú
Bambú is a place that is very calm and peaceful at any time of the day, although the atmosphere tends to get a little lively at night. You can find a wide selection of freshly made cocktails from the highest quality ingredients. That’s why it has become one of the best chiringuitos in Barcelona to have an outdoor party.
Chiringuito Escribà
One of the best bars directly on Barceloneta beach is chiringuito Escribà. This is a somewhat unusual establishment, as its menu includes a wide range of cakes and pastries from the famous Escribà brand, as well as cocktails and paella.
That’s why they say it’s the best beach bar in Barcelona to go with a group, because everyone will find something on the menu that they like.
La Deliciosa
La Deliciosa is another of the best beach bars in Barcelona.
Before us is a chiringuito, which combines elements of both a bar and a restaurant. The fact is that drinks are served here at any time of the day and on weekends, but if you come here for lunch, you will discover many of the best dishes of Catalan cuisine.
It is also the closest chiringuito to the city, so it can even be reached on foot if you are walking around the center of Barcelona.
The best places to eat near the beaches of Barcelona
If you like the beach vibe but don’t want to eat in a bikini, we present you some of the best restaurants to eat in Barcelona located close to the beach. These establishments use local produce and offer seafood-based menus.
Some of the places we recommend below are the best fish restaurants in Barcelona and you can find them just a few steps from the beach.
7 Portes
7 Portes is a classic. This is one of the oldest restaurants in Barcelona, where you can now taste the most traditional Catalan cuisine.
The establishment is about 15 minutes walk from the beach.
The problem comes when you have to choose which dish to order, as they have a very extensive menu full of delicious food: granny’s cannelloni, seasonal rice dishes, sauté pans, cod fritters, etc.
Bestial
Located in front of the sea, Bestial is an open-air restaurant where you can reserve a table on the terrace at different heights. Among its decorations, several centuries-old olive trees, a wooden floor and a beautiful view of the sea stand out.
This establishment combines traditional food with the most avant-garde cuisine. Here you can find such unusual dishes as oysters with ceviche or tempura shrimp with wasabi vinaigrette.
At weekends, the restaurant becomes the perfect cocktail bar for a drink before heading out to one of the area’s nightclubs.
Can Ros
This traditional tavern has been renovated and offers one of the best menus in Barcelona. Its star dish is capipot rice with shrimp, which combines the best traditions of Catalan cuisine with specialties from central Spain.
This is a restaurant where good prices and great service await you. A distinctive feature of the dishes at Can Ros is the fact that every morning they go to the fish market for fresh ingredients for them.
We have told you about the best beach bars in Barcelona so you can choose the one that suits you best and enjoy good food by the sea. On our Lugaris website you will find restaurants for every budget because we want everyone to have the opportunity to enjoy this city to the fullest.
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The best restaurants in Barcelona overlooking the sea
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0036 According to the world famous work of Miguel Cervantes, it was on the beach of Barcelona that Don Quixote lost his last battle. We at Lugaris would like to invite you to take a walk along the coast for other purposes, much more useful and enjoyable. For example, try Catalan cuisine while enjoying an impressive view. There is hardly a better way to have lunch or dinner than in one of Barcelona’s sea-view restaurants.
Enjoy your stay in Poblenou apartments and taste the most traditional Catalan cuisine in luxurious surroundings. Now we will present to your attention the 10 best restaurants in Barcelona by the sea. Attention: it will be difficult for you to choose, they are all great!
So you’ve booked a great apartment in Barcelona and are ready to go on holiday! The question arises: what to look at first? And more importantly, where can you eat well in Barcelona? We have put together a list of the best sea view restaurants in Barcelona for you.
1881 PER SAGARDI
The name of the institution testifies to the solid age of this cozy restaurant, which opens its doors in the building that used to be the main trade store. There are also Historical Museum of Catalonia.
This restaurant’s dishes, both simple and intricate, are inspired by Mediterranean cuisine and prepared with the utmost care from the highest quality ingredients. Freshly cooked rice, fish and seafood from the local Barceloneta market are the main ingredients. And if you want to add to your experience, head up to the Les Indianes Terrace, where you will find an excellent cocktail bar and views of Barcelona’s port.
You will find this restaurant in Plaza de Pau Vila, 3.
BOO
We offer you something more interesting than chiringitas on the beach. We’re talking about Boo, a restaurant that evokes memories of Ibiza and is a real treat for all your senses! It consists of several spaces. One of the most famous, this restaurant with an open area by the sea specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and seafood dishes.
Worth visiting chill-out area where you can have lunch, dinner or relax with a drink, while area beach club is ideal for tasting the seafood menu in one of the most exclusive and unique places in Barcelona. As for Viewpoint , it is a dining room with panoramic windows overlooking Mar Bella Beach, one of the closest to our luxury apartments.
Boo opens its doors in Espigo de Bac de Roda, 1.
EL CANGREJO LOCO RESTAURANT
This seaside restaurant is one of the main symbols of Barcelona 1992 . In fact, it was inaugurated in July of that year, a few days before a major sporting event at Barcelona’s Olympic Port, set up to host sailing competitions.
More than 25 years later, it remains the gastronomic highlight of the city. This explains the fact that the tables of this restaurant were visited by members of the Spanish and European royal families, as well as such famous personalities as the ex-mayor of Barcelona and the ex-president of the Generalitat of Catalonia Pascual Maragal and the ex-president of the IOC Juan Antonio Samaranch.
Specializing in tapas and fresh fish dishes, the restaurant is open 365 days a year and awaits you at 29 Mall de Gregal.
FORESTIER
Recently renovated, it is an unrivaled choice to enjoy a meal in an exclusive setting, with magnificent views of the city, the sea and the beautiful Forestière gardens, from which the name of the restaurant comes.
Its menu consists of avant-garde dishes with creative signature notes and traditional Spanish dishes . In turn, the restaurant’s wine pogber offers a wide selection of wines of prestigious brands and originals by origin.
The Forestier is located at Carlos Ibáñez Street 3.
MAREA ALTA
This heavenly fish restaurant combines the best sea views with fine seaside Spanish cuisine. Located on the 24th floor of the Tower of Colon (Las Drassanes Avenue 6), it offers a 360 degree view at a height of 110m that stretches from the top of Mount Tibidabo to the coast of the Maresme area.
It is also worth paying special attention to the restaurant’s menu, which contains recipes from different parts of the coast of the peninsula. For example, grilled fish from the northern regions, rice with seafood from the mountains of Catalonia, fried fish from Andalusia, seafood from Galicia, tuna from Cadiz, hake from Cudillero in Asturias… What do you choose?
MARÍTIM RESTAURANT
Located in the Royal Nautical Club (Mall de España 4 in Port Vel), this new restaurant also boasts an impressive 360 degree view over the marina and the rest of the city.
Its terrace, stretching almost over the Mediterranean Sea, is the perfect place for a romantic dinner in Barcelona. Careful attention is paid to the choice of components of the dishes of this restaurant, which have an amazing taste. Our tip: be sure to try the freshly caught baked fish and rice dishes, including paella.
MIRAMAR RESTAURANT GARDEN & CLUB
Under the direction of Carles Camps and with the assistance of Chef Mauro Freire, this restaurant combines an excellent culinary offer and a hypnotic 180 degree view from the port to the unique silhouette of Mount Tibidabo.
Among his most popular dishes, inspired by authentic Mediterranean recipes , stand out lobster cream, monkfish in almond sauce, beef fillet with pâté and rice with lobster and mushrooms.
The restaurant is located on Caretera Miramar 40.
MIRANDOALMAR
Named after the famous song by Jorge Supulveda, Mirandoalmar is located on the second floor of the Maremagnum shopping centre. Here you will find delicious Catalan cuisine prepared with the highest quality ingredients, as well as breathtaking views of Port Vel and Clock Tower , an old lighthouse built in 1772 and converted into a clock in 1904.
The restaurant has a capacity of 120 people and is open from 12.00 to 00.00 hours 365 days a year.
RESTAURANT BARCELONETA
Opened in 1996 and located in Port Vel (22 L’Escar Street), this restaurant positions itself as one of the best fish restaurants in Barcelona.
Here you can taste authentic Catalan and Mediterranean cuisine , based on fresh seafood.