Best Budget-Friendly Restaurants | Barcelona

Best Budget-Friendly Restaurants | Barcelona

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Barcelona is a foodie’s paradise, brimming with incredible flavors, rich culinary traditions, and vibrant local eateries. But you don’t have to break the bank to enjoy the city’s finest dishes! Whether you're a traveler on a budget or simply looking for affordable yet delicious meals, this guide will show you the best cheap eats in Barcelona. From traditional tapas bars to cozy cafés, and hidden gems offering local Catalan cuisine, these budget-friendly restaurants will satisfy your taste buds without emptying your wallet. 📌 Save this list and enjoy authentic dining experiences at unbeatable prices!
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All the restaurants mentioned do NOT accept reservations so either go early or late, or be ready to wait ! 

Ciutat Comtal
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Intimate and classy, great tapas selection, you must try the dessert: Torrija (out of this world!)
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Granja Dulcinea
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Amazing spot to grab a coffee and try out some typical pastries. I suggest to order some churros with chocolate and the Majorcan pastry "ensaimada"
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Honest Greens Plaça Catalunya
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Nothing catalan but if you want to take a break from tapas this is a great healthy option for lunch (multiple locations available)
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Spritz
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Aperol Spritz for 4.5€ Great quality Spritz for a very reasonable price next to the cathedral of Barcelona
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El Pachuco
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Best mexican food I have had in my entire life, you must try to believe it! Top up your dinner with a delicious Michelada beer!
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Vermuteria Puigmartí
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Close to Park Guell and Casa Vicens. Great spot for classic tapas. I really loved the patatas bravas (best once I had in Barcelona)
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Perikete
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Great atmosphere right next to the Barceloneta, I recommend to try out the pimentos del padron
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