{"id":24717,"date":"2016-02-27T08:00:37","date_gmt":"2016-02-27T07:00:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.apartmentbarcelona.com\/?p=24717"},"modified":"2024-12-05T17:59:12","modified_gmt":"2024-12-05T16:59:12","slug":"best-cheap-tapas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.apartmentbarcelona.com\/de\/best-cheap-tapas\/","title":{"rendered":"10 best tapas"},"content":{"rendered":"

Barcelona prides itself on its reputation as a gastronomic centre, so sampling some of the city’s tapas dishes is a must for your stay in the Catalan capital. You haven’t truly experienced Barcelona until you\u2019ve tucked into a plate of patatas bravas<\/em> with a side portion of pa amb tomaquet <\/em>– in other words, a carbs overload – but you\u2019re on holiday! The beauty of Barcelona is that you don\u2019t have to fork out the big bucks to enjoy high quality and authentic food when dining out. In fact, several of Barcelona\u2019s best tapas bars are some the cheapest places to eat in the city, ideal if you\u2019re heading to Barcelona on a budget.<\/p>\n

One of the most difficult things to do is to distinguish the good from the bad, after all, looks can be deceiving! The truth is, the more locals you see in the bar, the more authentic the tapas are likely to be.<\/p>\n

That said, the infinite number of tapas bars in the city can be somewhat overwhelming so we\u2019ve provided a local\u2019s insight into the 10 best cheap tapas bars in Barcelona.<\/p>\n

\"Mosquito<\/a>1) Mosquito<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\u2018Fly to the orient\u2019 with Mosquito\u2019s rather unique twist on a traditional tapas bar. Here, you can experience a myriad of Asian flavours, all inspired by Vietnamese, Chinese and Korean cuisine to create Barcelona\u2019s answer to the best Asian food in the city. Their specialty is Chinese dumplings with the xiaolong bao<\/em> (steamed pork dumplings) and is a particular favourite amongst diners. They also serve a delicious selection of noodle, soup and vegetable dishes and a fabulous variety of beers, some of which are brewed for the restaurant.<\/p>\n

To receive the full Asian tapas experience, your best bet is to go here for dinner when its tapas menu is offered in its entirety. Enjoy more than 20 small dishes, all made from high quality local ingredients emphasising their basic concept which is cheap, quick and tasty Asian food, something that can be tricky to find in Spain.<\/p>\n

Carrer dels Carders, 46<\/em><\/p>\n

\"Bormuth<\/a>2) Bormuth<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Situated in the trendy Born neighbourhood, this bar has been a hit ever since it opened in 2013. If you\u2019re looking to try affordable and authentic tapas dishes in a happening venue, this is the place to be. Its menu consists of various incredibly tasty tapas dishes, including their famous patatas ‘mojo pic\u00f3n’<\/em> and honey drizzled fried aubergine which is simply to die for.<\/p>\n

Of course you can also enjoy all the tapas regulars: patatas bravas<\/em>, tomato bread and tortillas.<\/em> It\u2019s worth ordering a selection of dishes to share so you can try a bit of everything – be brave! The waiters are very assisting and offer advice and suggestions when ordering.<\/p>\n

One thing to be careful of is that it can get very cramped inside, especially on a Friday or Saturday night, but if you\u2019re lucky you can grab one of the tables by the window. That way, you can watch the hustle and bustle of the city pass by you as you enjoy a glass of vermouth and the best cheap tapas on offer.<\/p>\n

Pla\u00e7a Comercial, 1<\/em><\/p>\n

\"Cal<\/a>3) Ca\u2019l Chusco<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Did someone say free? Now we\u2019re talking! It simply cannot get cheaper than this local family run restaurant, right in the heart of the beautiful Barceloneta area. So, if you\u2019re looking to save the pennies and not quite sure whether tapas is your thing, sample one of their gratis Tapas<\/a> that comes alongside your drink. A recommendation would be their renowned bombas<\/em> (potato balls) or fried fish. If you like what you taste and would like to dig into more, you’re welcome to order bigger portions of their tapas dishes from the menu.<\/p>\n

Carrer l’Almirall Aixada, 5<\/em><\/p>\n

\"Cafe<\/a>4) Caf\u00e8 Milans<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Who doesn\u2019t love an all you can eat restaurant? That moment when you realise that you can tuck in to unlimited food; there\u2019s nothing quite like it. And what\u2019s more, it\u2019s only 3\u20ac on a Thursday to enjoy as much tapas as you can physically stomach. All the classics are available including the much loved Spanish tortilla<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Besides offering cheap tapas, Caf\u00e8 Milans also boasts a fantastic range of cocktails to accommodate each and every taste. With every type of mojito going and all reasonably priced, you\u2019ll be sure to have a great night here. Its chilled out vibe, good music and friendly staff makes it the perfect place to enjoy tapas and cocktails – two of the best things in life.<\/p>\n

Carrer de Milans, 7<\/em><\/p>\n

\"Tapa<\/a>5) Tapa Tapa<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Generally speaking chain restaurants are a no-go, but in this case Tapa Tapa is well worth a visit. With more than 50 reasonably priced tapas dishes on the menu, you can select those that take your fancy from the picture menu provided at this reasonably cheap Barcelona tapas bar. Ranging from the classic patatas bravas<\/em> to Iberian ham croquettes, they also have a wide selection of seafood dishes, salads, meat brochettes and mini tapas dishes to nibble on.<\/p>\n

With five restaurants located across the city, they are popular with those wanting to try a wide range of tapas dishes. They all are conveniently located close by to Barcelona\u2019s hotspots making it the perfect place to dine in after a tiring day of sightseeing. If you\u2019re coming with a large group, it would be advisable to reserve a table with the online booking form.<\/p>\n

\"Moritz<\/a>6)\u00a0<\/strong>Moritz<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Enjoy an exclusive dining experience at the trendy and chic Moritz without the exclusive prices. With its menu devised by the incredibly talented Jordi Vil\u00e0, this place certainly knows good food. With a spectacular range of tapas dishes, all centred around Catalan cuisine, Vil\u00e0 also pays special attention to the quality of produce used in all his dishes.<\/p>\n

The menu features many traditional favourites as well as beer-based tapas dishes such as the Moritz style ‘siscent\u00f3’ tapa,<\/em> keeping in line with the factory\u2019s theme. Many of the tapas dishes are under 6\u20ac.<\/p>\n

Ronda de Sant Antoni, 39 – 41<\/em><\/p>\n

Pintxo Bars:<\/h2>\n

This style of tapas may have originated in the Basque Country and Navarra, but this doesn\u2019t mean that Barcelona doesn\u2019t know how to do it just as well. From the classics to the most creative, pintxos are essentially small pieces of bread with some form of topping, arranged beautifully on the bar counter. At the end of the meal, you will be charged by how many skewers you have from each pintxo eaten.<\/p>\n

There are several lively and cosy pintxo bars in Barcelona, however they can be a bit hit and miss. Below are the best places to enjoy your first pintxo experience.<\/p>\n

\"Maitea<\/a>7) Maitea<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Out to impress, this Barcelona tapas bar has a range of over 100 hot and cold pintxos combining both Catalan and Basque cuisine. A typical example of this, is its famous pintxo with omelette amd piquillo peppers with a side serving of leek and romesco sauce – simply delicious.<\/p>\n

Basing their food on \u2018simplicity, originality and quality\u2019 you know that you can expect the best here, hence why it received a Certificate of Excellence by Tripadvisor. It can get extremely crowded so the best time to turn up is before 9pm before all those there in the name of boozing arrive.<\/p>\n

Carrer de Casanova, 155<\/em><\/p>\n

\"Euskal<\/a>8) Euskal Etxea<\/strong><\/h2>\n

This traditional bar in the Old Town is Barcelona\u2019s answer to gourmet pintxos. The place itself is divided into two sections: a lively bar for punters and a more civilised dining area for those eating out.<\/p>\n

As a Basque cultural centre, Euskal Etxea offers some of the best \u2018tapas on a toothpick\u2019 available in the city. Tantalise your taste buds with their simply divine selection of bite size tapas ranging from melted provolone with mango and crispy ham to chicken tempura with saffron mayonnaise. And what\u2019s more, each pintxo costs you a mere 1.20\u20ac.<\/p>\n

Placeta de Montcada, 1<\/em><\/p>\n

\"Golfo<\/a>9)<\/strong> Golfo de Bizkaia<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Part of the famous Sagardi group, you know that you can expect the best here. Boasting food that has \u2018the essence of the Cantabrian in small format\u2019, this charming place is a must do if you\u2019re in the Born area. Whether it\u2019s for breakfast, lunch, a snack, perhaps an informal dinner, there\u2019s always a reason to indulge in pintxos at Golfo de Bizkaia.<\/p>\n

With all tapas at this Barcelona bar made from seasonal produce, word has spread about this place so during rush hour you may have to fight for a table. But with pintxos this good, they\u2019re totally worth the squabble.<\/p>\n

Carrer de la Vidrieria, 12<\/em><\/p>\n

\"Irati<\/a>10) Irati<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Irati, a famous name in the pintxos industry where you can enjoy undeniably delicious miniature tapas dishes. After 15 years in business, you know that you\u2019re in the hands of professionals having had years of experience creating the perfect tapas combinations. Each of their pintxos includes at least four toppings, with the flavours of each ingredient perfectly complimenting one another.<\/p>\n

When business is at its peak, up to 600\u00a0pintxos are dished out with 50 different varieties, both hot and cold. A particular favourite amongst locals is their scorpion fishcake with sour cream and egg, a winning and unique combination. At only 1.95\u20ac per pintxo, you can enjoy an affordable and enjoyable evening here.<\/p>\n

Carrer del Cardenal Casa\u00f1as, 17<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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