A gloriously old-school tapas bar going since 1929, tiled to the ceiling and always buzzing. Order the house cava with anchovies and an array of little plates, and enjoy the elbow-to-elbow crush – it’s part of the charm.
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Do it like a local · food tour
Barcelona Food Tasting Tour: Tapas, Wine & Vermouth
El Xampanyet is a Barcelona favourite — this food tasting tour grazes Catalan tapas, wine and vermouth with a local guide.
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Carrer Montcada 22, El Born · since 1929 · cash-friendly, standing room