Best vegan and gluten-free starters in Barcelona

Discover an exquisite selection of vegan and gluten-free starters in Barcelona, perfect for those with specific dietary needs or seeking healthy options. This guide highlights restaurants and cafes offering delicious tapas, appetizers, and small plates, ideal for beginning any meal. Explore culinary gems in neighborhoods like Gràcia and Born, ensuring your dining experience in the city is inclusive and flavorful, with options ranging from vegan sushi to gluten-free patatas bravas. Find the best spots to enjoy innovative and traditional starters tailored to your dietary requirements.

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    Sunchoke Velouté (Rasoterra, Barcelona, Barcelona)

    149 Global Votes
    • Warm and comforting vegan soup

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    The Sunchoke Velouté is a creamy and sophisticated starter, made from sunchokes, glazed turnips, and a broth of their leaves. It is explicitly marked as gluten-free, providing a refined and comforting option.

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    Tacos de Jackfruit (Café Floh, Barcelona, Barcelona)

    100 Global Votes
    • Yummy tacos with gluten-free jackfruit

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    These corn tacos filled with jackfruit offer a delicious and hearty vegan and gluten-free starter. The combination of jackfruit, pickled onion, avocado, and guacamole creates a rich and satisfying flavor profile.

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    Roasted Sweet Potato Fries (Teresa's, Barcelona, Barcelona)

    98 Global Votes
    • Naturally gluten-free

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    These roasted sweet potato fries offer a healthy and flavorful vegan and gluten-free starter. They are a satisfying and popular choice, providing a delicious alternative to traditional fries.

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    Baked "Bravas" Potatoes Vegetalia Style (Vegetalia Gòtic, Barcelona, Barcelona)

    73 Global Votes
    • Wonderful vegetarian and vegan cafe

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    This vegan and gluten-free version of the classic Spanish patatas bravas offers a healthier yet equally delicious alternative. It's a popular and satisfying starter that caters to specific dietary needs.

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    Carrot Hummus with Pistachios and Toasted Bread (En Ville, Barcelona, Barcelona)

    35 Global Votes
    • Vegan options available

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    This flavorful carrot hummus, topped with pistachios, offers a unique twist on a classic dip, clearly marked as gluten-free and vegan. It's a healthy and delicious starter, perfect for sharing with toasted bread.

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    Ensalada de Falafel (Café Floh, Barcelona, Barcelona)

    28 Global Votes
    • Cozy falafel spot

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    This falafel salad features homemade beetroot falafel, offering a unique and flavorful twist on a classic. It's a satisfying and healthy vegan and gluten-free starter, perfect for a fresh beginning.

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    Miso Soup (Veganashi, Barcelona, Barcelona)

    25 Global Votes
    • Homemade vegetable broth

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    This Miso Soup is a perfect light and flavorful starter, crafted with a homemade vegetable broth and high-quality vegan ingredients. Its 100% gluten-free and vegan composition makes it an ideal choice for those with dietary restrictions.

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    Gyozas (Veganashi, Barcelona, Barcelona)

    24 Global Votes
    • 100% vegan and gluten-free

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    These gyozas are a best-seller, made with organic brown rice paper and a delicious vegetable and mushroom filling. Their gluten-free and vegan nature, combined with homemade unagi sauce, makes them a highly sought-after starter.

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    Pibil Tacos in Shiso Leaf (Veganashi, Barcelona, Barcelona)

    10 Global Votes
    • 100% vegan and gluten-free

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    These innovative tacos offer a unique flavor profile with king oyster mushrooms marinated in pibil-style adobo, served in shiso leaves. They are a creative and delicious option that is both gluten-free and vegan, showcasing culinary ingenuity.

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    Sticks de Tofu con Aliño de Jengibre (Café Floh, Barcelona, Barcelona)

    7 Global Votes
    • Vegan and gluten-free

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    These tofu sticks with ginger dressing are a light and flavorful starter, explicitly marked as vegan and gluten-free. They offer a refreshing and healthy option to begin a meal.

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    Coliflor con Tahini de Cúrcuma (Café Floh, Barcelona, Barcelona)

    7 Global Votes
    • Offers delicious vegan and gluten-free options

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    This dish of cauliflower with turmeric tahini is a flavorful and healthy starter, explicitly marked as vegan and gluten-free. It offers a unique combination of earthy and aromatic flavors.

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    Cauliflower Popcorn (La Perra Verde, Barcelona, Barcelona)

    1 Global Votes
    • Super tasty cauliflower popcorn

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    The Cauliflower Popcorn is a crunchy, savory, and gluten-free starter, served with homemade sauces. It's a creative and healthy alternative to traditional fried snacks, perfect for sharing.

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    Ravilacha (Veganashi, Barcelona, Barcelona)

    0 Global Votes
    • Best Seller starter

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    The Ravilacha is a creative and popular starter, featuring pickled beet slices as ravioli, filled with caramelized onion and cashew cream cheese. Topped with fresh basil pesto, it's a unique and flavorful gluten-free and vegan option.

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    Crispy Croquettes (La Perra Verde, Barcelona, Barcelona)

    0 Global Votes
    • Crispy on the outside, soft and creamy on the inside

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    La Perra Verde's Crispy Croquettes offer a reinvented take on a traditional favorite, using high-quality vegan ingredients. Their delicious flavor and gluten-free preparation make them an excellent choice for a starter.

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    Truffled Tortilla (La Perra Verde, Barcelona, Barcelona)

    0 Global Votes
    • Features truffled tortilla

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    This Truffled Tortilla is a popular vegan and gluten-free tapa, offering a decadent twist on traditional Spanish tortilla. Its aromatic truffle infusion elevates it to a sophisticated and flavorful starter.

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    Catalan-style Spinach Croquettes with Wasabi Vegan Mayo (Rasoterra, Barcelona, Barcelona)

    0 Global Votes
    • Crispy on the outside, soft and creamy on the inside

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    These croquettes offer a unique Catalan flavor with a modern twist of wasabi vegan mayo, making them a distinctive starter. Being both gluten-free and vegan, they cater to specific dietary needs without compromising on taste.

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    Crunchy Taco (Rasoterra, Barcelona, Barcelona)

    0 Global Votes
    • Delicious and beautifully presented

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    This Crunchy Taco is a flavorful and innovative starter, featuring shiitake mushrooms, silver beets, sriracha jelly, and red mole. Its gluten-free and vegan composition makes it an excellent choice for those seeking unique and dietary-friendly options.

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    Nachos with Guacamole, Vegan Cheese, Jalapeños, Sour Cream, and Pico de Gallo (Vegetalia Born, Barcelona, Barcelona)

    0 Global Votes
    • Offers vegan and gluten-free alternatives

      (+4)

    These nachos are a customizable and flavorful starter, offering a fully vegan and gluten-free experience with a generous topping of guacamole, vegan cheese, and fresh ingredients. They are perfect for sharing and satisfying.

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    Crispy Polenta Chips (Teresa's, Barcelona, Barcelona)

    0 Global Votes
    • Crispy on the outside & soft on the inside

      (+4)

    These crispy polenta chips are an excellent vegan and gluten-free appetizer option, offering a unique texture and savory flavor. They are a sophisticated and satisfying choice for a starter.