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    Botafumeiro

    4.0 (221 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndSeafood, Galician, Spanish
    Closed 12:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Upscale
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Welcome to Botafumeiro!
    Sandy C.

    If you're in Barcelona and craving a high-end seafood experience, Botafumeiro is worth the splurge. Located in Gràcia, this legendary restaurant has been serving top-quality seafood since 1975, making it a favorite among locals, tourists, and celebrities alike. With classic, old-school charm, the restaurant features fresh seafood tanks, crisp white tablecloths, and nautical decor, evoking the feel of a classic seafood house. Live musicians enhance the ambiance, serenading guests as they dine. Reservations are a must, as wait times can exceed an hour. Renowned for its ultra-fresh seafood flown in daily from Galicia, here's some of the things we ordered: Pulpo a Feira - tender Galician-style octopus with olive oil and paprika Seafood Platter - a lavish spread of lobster, prawns, crab, razor clams, and oysters Lobster Paella - rich, aromatic, and bursting with flavor Fresh Clams and grilled calamari While Botafumeiro is not cheap, it delivers top-tier fresh seafood and an unforgettable dining experience. Whether for a special occasion, business dinner, or pure indulgence, it's Barcelona's seafood at its finest.

    All the famous people that have dined here
    Kenneth B.

    Botafumeiro is a place that I needed in my life. Let me tell you when I knew the food was going to be ridiculous. It wasn't after I looked at the reviews, it wasn't when I looked at the beautiful exterior or interior of the restaurant. I knew the food was going to be insane when I saw a photo of Beyonce on the wall eating here. If the queen pulled up I know the food is stupendous. Staff was extremely friendly and everyone spoke English which made things a lot easier for me. I saw everyone raving about the Baked Crab so of course I had to snatch that up. Everything was fantastic but the things that stood out the most was the Crab Legs, Spiny Lobster, Baked Crab, and Octopus. Actually the Octopus was one of the most tender I've ever had in my life. It actually melts in your mouth, not much chewing needed at all. Botafumeiro is doing some really amazing things and I'm very happy to be able to get a reservation before I left Spain. I'll be back literally EVERY time I'm in Barcelona no question.

    Christina N.

    My friend and I treated ourselves to a fancy lunch here after a morning at Park Guell and it was sooo worth it. We shared the seafood platter for two and it was definitely too much food for the both of us. We had asked the waiter if it was enough food while we were ordering, and we're so thankful he did not pressure us to order more. At the end of the meal, they brought a platter of desserts for us to pick, but we were so full we could barely eat anything more. The interior of the restaurant is filled with pictures of famous people (politicians, celebrities etc) who have eaten here.If you're looking to splurge on an amazing seafood meal, this is definitely the place!

    Pulpo a las brasas
    Camilla Z.

    El mejor pulpo a las brasas que he probado en mi vida. Los canelones de mariscos fuera de serie, comiendo con los ojos cerrados, no dando crédito de lo espectacular de cada platillo. El lugar hermoso, elegante y único.

    Jaril T.

    Amazing! This place was highly, highly recommended, and an iconic place and we're so glad that we checked it out on our last day in Barcelona. The food and service are excellent and it's a great overall experience. Will definitely come back!

    Shrimp
    Ian M.

    Tourist trap! Tourist trap ! Run. We were recommended to this restaurant by our Hotel Majestic concierge. We arrived and were taken to the rear of the restaurant. This is definitely sea food restaurant with nautical themes throughout. We were asked if we wanted Apéritifs and said are these cocktails ? And we're told no. So when we went to order the starters we were told, nah I don't do the food, just drinks. So I asked again: "do you do cocktails?" and I was told no. We ordered the appetizers: shrimp, octopus and cod croquettes. Mind you all the plates were really good hence the 2 stars. We asked for an Albariño--and it was not carried. We were given a substitute. We then asked for a paella without mussels. The maitre'd agreed as all paellas are custom made. We advised that my daughter was allergic to mussels but really wanted a paella. As he walked away, I saw cocktails being delivered to the table next to mine. Hmmm. My daughter's paella arrived with the mussels. I-told her to take it away and she then proceeded to remove the mussels and return the plate and between that and the cocktails I lost it. I asked for the manager and another waitress came out. They returned the paella. My black ink paella had undercooked rice. Then the bill came. It was a shocker! Just stay away. It's a disappointment.

    Seafood paella
    Michael M.

    Fantastic is the only word I can use the describe our total experience. Mustafa was an excellent server. His expertise comes with over 20 years at Botafumeiro. We highly recommend the seafood paella and hake. Mustafa chose an excellent wine.

    Best sangria!!

    Recommended by another restaurant. Simply the best experience to far. Excellent meal and drinks. Expensive but worth it. Seafood and sangria was the best so far in Barcelona

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    Great seafood, paella, rich dessert, great service, will return. Recommend the crab oven.

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    I think this is one of the best places I have ever been. If service, cleanliness and food are important to you - this the place to come.

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    The cold seafood plater was huge, I,d say it was good for 3 people and the paella was awesome. A bit prizessy, but worth it.

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    Excellent food and service. We had the sea bass and filet and my goodness it was amazing. They served us in perfect style. A must go to.

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    Botafumeiro Reviews in Other Languages

    Tuscania - Shrimp/jamon/bread

    Tuscania

    4.3(202 reviews)
    1.9 kmL'Eixample
    €€

    My wife and I were by the Sagrada Familia and my wife knew I wanted to try some paella. I thought…read moreit might be a little too close to the Basilica, but I was wrong! We got there right when it was opening and our waitress spoke real good English and I ordered a beer and the black ink paella. There were a lot of good looking dishes available though! If we were here longer, I would have tried their regular paella as well, I liked it because you could order a single serving, which seemed a little rare in Barcelona. The dish came out about fifteen minutes later, which is good for paella, because you know they made it fresh. I heard some places just nuke it and bring it out. It comes out in the cool looking pan that looks like a gold mining pan. It is colored deep black and has a huge prawn in the middle and lots of clams and mussels and calamari. The rice was cooked perfectly and the black squid ink sauce was delectable. Great service and my second beer was a great pairing for a lunch that fills you up perfectly. Highly recommended place, that could have been touristy, by was a delightful surprise!

    This is a fantastic little Mediterranean restaurant mostly Italian and Spanish dishes. Chef is from…read moreFlorence Italy and he can definitely cook. Pizza's to paella, and desserts are all great. Highly recommend their Italian cheesecake and their homemade pistachio cello.... Wowza. Limited seating outside, but make sure you do overlooking basilica la familia is just breathtaking. Fantastic service , Fantastic Food, Fantastic Drinks equal a Fantastic Time.

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    Tuscania - Seafood Paella-Very delicious!

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    Seafood Paella-Very delicious!

    Recasens

    Recasens

    4.4(64 reviews)
    3.8 kmPoblenou
    €€

    If ever visiting the lovely and colorful Poblenou, be sure to visit this incredible restaurant! The…read morecheese selection and quality is absolutely superb. Even if without time to sit down and eat, do buy some cheese to go! We did that and then returned for a proper dinner. The atmosphere was so cozy and makes me feel like it's Christmas there everyday! The service is so kind and accommodating. We shared three incredible salads (one with bufalo mozzarella, one with mushrooms, and the third with orange and chili, as well as shared a large cheese plate of cheeses from Northern Spain. Wow! Everything was absolutely divine! All of the salads were incredible (and it was my first and last bite of jamon iberico while in Barcelona as I'm vegetarian and made an exception of a bite here in order to experience the culinary history of Barcelona... and I am so glad I did this here as my cousin who lives near the restaurant confirmed it is among the best Iberico he had ever eaten). The Rose was incredible and they offer an extensive wine list. The cheeses were unforgettable dekicious. It was such a delicious, beautiful and memorable dinner with such lovely company and our last dinner together in Barcelona this trip. Thank you so much! We hope one day soon to return to Barcelona from NYC!

    As primarily English speaking it has been a disappointing culinary adventure throughout Spain, but…read morenot here. Not only did our server amuse our broken Spanish but he also spoke English. The food was absolutely amazing. I had a Tebia salad. I honestly can't say I've been so excited over a salad. It had a wonderful aray of light toppings with a hot host cheese on toast. It was delightful and rich with the semisweet salad. My spouse had the fondue and a toast with iberco ham. The tiramisu was not to sweet yet creamy and delicate. Great service, great meal, great start to our trip to Barcelona. Best meal yet in Spain

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    Taverna El Glop - Black Rice with Cuttlefish and Clams

    Taverna El Glop

    4.3(166 reviews)
    0.7 kmGràcia
    €€

    What a gem! Yes, it's a bit touristy -- but in the fun, festive, "you're on vacation and loving…read morelife" kind of way. Taverna El Glop wraps you up in its warm, lively atmosphere the second you walk in. We were a group of four, and from start to finish, we had an awesome time. The open kitchen is a great touch -- you can watch the chef in action, which adds to the energy and makes the whole experience feel more connected and authentic. We shared a bunch of dishes, and everything was on point. The paella was rich and delicious -- exactly what we came for. The patatas bravas were crispy, creamy, and gone in seconds, and the shishito peppers were the perfect salty, snacky starter. Of course, we had to get a pitcher of sangria (okay, maybe two), which was fruity, refreshing, and just strong enough to keep things festive. The space itself has this great, rustic charm -- complete with checkered tablecloths and even an old cigarette machine near the bar (haven't seen one of those since I was a kid -- aren't those banned in the U.S. now?). I don't smoke -- smoking sucks -- but it added a bit of unexpected nostalgia and character. Service was excellent. I always make a point to be friendly, ask people their names, and introduce myself -- and that's usually met with warmth. It definitely was here. The staff were quick, kind, and seemed to enjoy the place as much as we did. Personally, I loved it. It's the kind of place you remember -- not because it's fancy or trendy, but because it's fun, flavorful, and full of heart. Highly recommend if you're in the area.

    The best paella we had in Barcelona!! Highly recommended…read morethat you try this place. Their paella has a lot of seafood, the taste is flavorful, and the portion is generous. The service is also great. The manager (Aptiom) even allowed us to dine in even without reservation. When we saw the wait list...it is long! MUST TRY THIS AWESOME PLACE! For food quality, service, and ambience i will rate this experience with 4.8.

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    Taverna El Glop - Grilled Calcots with Romesco Sauce

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    Grilled Calcots with Romesco Sauce

    Botafumeiro - seafood - Updated June 2026

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