Coastal gastronomic destinations in the province of Barcelona

Discover the top culinary destinations along the coast of Barcelona province, perfect for food lovers and sea enthusiasts. This selection includes coastal towns and cities boasting exceptional gastronomic offerings, from fresh seafood to traditional Catalan cuisine. Explore options for every taste, whether you're seeking a Michelin-starred restaurant or an authentic beach bar. Plan your next gastronomic getaway and enjoy unforgettable experiences by the Mediterranean. Find the ideal spots to savor local gastronomy with breathtaking views.

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    Salamanca (Barceloneta, Barcelona)

    168 Global Votes
    • Serves Mediterranean and market cuisine

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    Known for its paellas and fresh fish, Salamanca in Barceloneta offers an open-air terrace to enjoy sea breezes, making it a classic and inviting coastal gastronomic destination.

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    Xiringuito Escribà (Bogatell Beach, Barcelona)

    91 Global Votes
    • Lovely spot on the beach

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    This larger 'chiringuito' near Bogatell Beach specializes in paella and great tapas, run by a renowned cake maker, offering a vibrant and authentic beach dining experience.

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    Pez Vela (Barceloneta, Barcelona)

    61 Global Votes
    • Flavorful paella

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    Situated at the foot of the W Hotel, Pez Vela is an informal yet cool place with astounding views over the water, known for gourmet rice dishes and lemon pie, making it a unique coastal spot.

  4. 4

    Restaurante O'Retorno (Barceloneta, Barcelona)

    55 Global Votes
    • Excellent quality Galician cuisine

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    Serving fresh seafood since 1992, O'Retorno is a renowned spot in Barceloneta, specializing in perfectly done octopus and flavorful prawns, making it a classic coastal seafood destination.

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    Agua (Olympic Village, Barcelona)

    37 Global Votes
    • Modern architectural space integrated with the coast

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    Located in the Olympic Village, Agua is praised for its outdoor terrace with stunning sea views, making it an ideal spot for romantic dinners and a top coastal dining experience.

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    El Gallito (Barceloneta, Barcelona)

    25 Global Votes
    • Excellent quality-price ratio

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    El Gallito stands out for its fusion of Mediterranean and Mexican cuisine, offering a unique and exciting gastronomic experience right on Barceloneta beach.

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    El Portinyol (Arenys de Mar, Barcelona)

    24 Global Votes
    • Offers Mediterranean, European, Spanish, Healthy, and Catalan cuisines

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    Located opposite the port, El Portinyol is a specialist in rice dishes, fresh fish, and seafood, embodying the rich maritime gastronomy of Arenys de Mar with superb sea views.

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    Salt Restaurant & Beach Club (W Barcelona, beachfront)

    21 Global Votes
    • Sensational food

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    Attached to the W Barcelona Hotel, Salt offers Southern Californian-Mediterranean food with a focus on appetizers, providing a chic and modern coastal dining experience.

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    Fragata (Sitges, Barcelona)

    21 Global Votes
    • Excellent service

      (+4)

    Fragata is a modern restaurant in Sitges known for quality dishes prepared with local ingredients, ideal for fish, seafood, meat, and rice, offering a versatile coastal dining experience.

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    Barraca (Barceloneta, Barcelona)

    16 Global Votes
    • Cozy and modern atmosphere

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    Located on Barceloneta beach, Barraca is known for its rice dishes and fresh seafood, particularly paella de marisco and mussels in Romesco sauce, making it a quintessential coastal dining spot.

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    Mare Nostrum (Sitges, Barcelona)

    10 Global Votes
    • Amazing food

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    A family business in Sitges focusing on traditional cuisine with fresh, local ingredients, located in front of the beach, making it a classic and authentic coastal dining spot.

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    La Caleta (Sant Vicenç de Montalt, Barcelona)

    9 Global Votes
    • Oceanfront restaurant

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    As a former beachside 'merendero' dating back to 1955, La Caleta offers a relaxed vibe and dishes made with fresh, local produce, making it a historic coastal dining spot.

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    Restaurant Can Jaume (Sant Andreu de Llavaneres, Barcelona)

    8 Global Votes
    • Seafood paella

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    This restaurant is a long-standing family business with over 60 years of history, renowned for its authentic traditional dishes of fresh fish and seafood, making it a prime coastal gastronomic destination.

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    Els Garrofers (Alella, Barcelona)

    8 Global Votes
    • Offers a delightful culinary experience

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    Built in an old masia, Els Garrofers offers award-winning Mediterranean cuisine with locally sourced produce and a dream terrace, making it a unique coastal gastronomic experience.

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    Tresmacarrons (El Masnou, Barcelona)

    6 Global Votes
    • Contemporary Catalan cuisine

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    This Michelin-starred restaurant, led by chef Miquel Aldana, offers high-level, honest, and committed Catalan cuisine focused on quality ingredients and seasonality, making it a top gastronomic destination.