Wow. Best tapas Ive had in Barcelona yet. Very crowded space so beware. There is standing room at the bar for walk ins and you can also wait for a table. We were a party of 6 and had to wait about 40 min to be seated around 7 pm for what its worth. Much quicker as a pair! Great spot for happy hour or with friends, lighting is very bright so not a great date spot. The Chorizo spanish omlette was to die for, as well as the whipped potato dish. Very affordable pricing and cool decoration. Staff was very friendly, spoke little English. read more

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El Xampanyet is amazing!!!! We went to Tapeo across the street first, before realizing this is the superior restaurant in all aspects. Iberian pork w/ Padron peppers: FAVORITE DISH! The pork is sizzling and mouthwatering, super super tender, and bursting with flavor. The peppers are an amazing complement, too. Get this. Get this. Tuna belly with marinated leeks: This one was good, but optional. I normally really like tuna belly in a sushi setting, but in this case you can't really tell it's from the belly. It's good, but not a must order. Grilled squid: This squid is freakin' delicious. It might be the best squid I've had in Barcelona. So flavorful and tender. Oh man. Champagne: Of course, this is their namesake. I'm no champagne expert, but it tasted really smooth and went down so easily. If you're ordering more than 2 cups per person, get a whole bottle. The line can get really long, so try to come during off-hours. read more

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One of the best restaurants I've ever been to in Barcelona. The food is incredible. The ambience is incredible.

Came here for Tapas as this place was hyped up to me like Victor Wembanyama and it did not disappoint. I came right at opening, thinking it was a savvy vet move. It was not. Apparently the vet move is to get here at least 30 min before opening to get a table. The girl seating people was so talented, calming angry customers with a diffusing smile and doing her best to get everyone in that she could. She was lowkey like cool cute I was crushing a little bit ngl hehehe. Since I was only 1 person, I waited about 10 minutes and was given a standing spot at the bar. It was kind of cool, something so different than I'm used to but I embraced it and enjoyed it. I even met this cool couple at the bar, shoutout to Priyanka and Andrea. The Asian guy behind the bar was so engaging and friendly but was talking me into absolutely everything. Fairplay to him. I was initially just going to get a light meal, but ended up getting talked into the following: Prosciutto w/ bread, Octopus, Calamari, Catalan Sausage w/ beans, Beef Fillet w/Cadron peppers, a dessert, and 4 glasses of red wine. Everything was fantastic, but the beef fillet with peppers was the true standout. El Xampanyet is an absolute MUST when in Barcelona!! read more

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Might be the best tapas place in the area. Lines can be long, but if you're willing there are standing spots available.

Overrated!!! Waited in line for almost an hour. The food was mediocre and expensive for what you got. Tiny portions. The bill was over €70. We left hungry & disappointed. The people next to our table didn't seem to enjoy their food either and left quickly. Ended up going to eat at another restaurant. Definitely would not recommend going to this restaurant. read more

We came here on a Wednesday & it was BUSY. We waited in line for about ~45 minutes it was a tedious wait, but definitely worth it!!! They seat parties as tables open depending on party size. The environment is busy & loud, very packed with customers. Staff were super nice & friendly- also very attentive! I had the lagarto & it was super delicious it was my first time trying it & I would definitely get it again! The pluma ibérica was also really yummy & flavorful! The tomato bread was also really delightful. All the food we had was delicious, staff were great, & price was also good- the environment was very live. I would definitely recommend this place. read more

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Oh my goodness, so many good tapas here! Here are my favorites: * Payoyo sheepmilk cheese * Octopus with paprika * Cod omelet * Seared Iberico pork with shishito peppers * Chocolate truffles with olive oil and salt The restaurant is small with limited tables. You should get there 15-20 minutes before opening to get a table for the first seating. Otherwise, you can wait for a table to be freed up. If all tables are full, they do allow customers to order some drinks and tapas at the counter if you don't mind standing. For me, I prefer to sit down to enjoy my food, so alas, I must wait in line right at opening...a good problem to have. read more

So like San Sebastián with amazing tapas . Huge crowds so be prepared to stand the whole night. Everyone is so friendly. Came here during the huge Mobile World Congress conference. Had several tapas recommended by the friendly gentleman at the bar. Must have the Xampanyet, nice refreshingly cold white wine. Their vermut was good as well but I like their house Xampanyet so much more. We had the frittata on toast, jamon iberico, polpo on potato and paprika, beef with padrones peppers( similar to shishitos), pan con tomate, biscotti with moscato. Everything was delicious. If you did order something that wasn't good, the guy at the bar would tell you so. Everything was affordable, a glass of cava was less than $3. Would definitely recommend read more

This was one of our favorite tapas place in Bario Gothic. The moleskin flasks hanging on their banners and the roaring people inside having a good time is what attracted me to this small resto in this small alley. Those things, and the long line leading up to the double door opening into the one room restaurant bar. Our first wait was 15 minutes. We've also waited as much as 40 mins during peak late night tapas dinner hour. This place is seriously tiny, people inside are shoulder to shoulder, but everyone is having a good time. Seriously! The food is simply delicious. No, fancy plating or extravagant garnishing. Just soul warming, traditional Catalan dishes. We came back, again and again during our 2 weeks in Spain. We had to keep coming back to try as many dishes as our stomach and last belt hole notch would allow. My favorites: their homemade champagne, Catalan Mac, Ink Squid, Escargot, the Seasonal Wild Mushrooms and the clams! Oooh so good! read more

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By far, my most favorite spot to eat during my Barcelona trip. Everything is SO good but I'll tell you what you MUST get: Razor Clams (!!!!!!!!), Iberian Pork slices sprinkled with salt and grilled pepper and the sardines dressed with green onion and olive oil. Ridiculously good! The house cava was tasty as well! read more

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El Xampanyet was such an amazing experience!! The hype is truly real. You may have to wait to get inside but totally worth the wait. You can choose to sit or stand at the bar. My daughter and I decided to stand. So if you decide to stand get ready to make friends:) The food was delicious, flavorful, divine!! Each plate was a total experience from the squid, to the Chorizo Spanish tortilla and that each bite of the steak was extremely flavorful and exquisite. Garbanzo with chorizo was another favorite. There was not one dish which we did not like. I will be dreaming of going back to Barcelona and having some amazing tapas at El Xampanyet read more

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Love it... food, service and ambiance... just the very best overall experience!!! Must try!

This is in my top 5 restaurants in the world. Delicious tapas. Their champagne is delicious, and their squid is a must order. If you enjoy seafood, the cod omelette is also excellent. Queue early because it does get packed and in general atmosphere is great. Friendly waiters read more

El Xampanyet - Champagne, squid, bread - Tapas Bars Near Me - Barcelona, B

This restaurant was incredible!! Very busy, so expect to wait, but the guy seating people was awesome and tries to get you in quickly- he paired my wife and I with two gals we didn't know and it worked out great. We had all kinds of tapas and some of their homemade Cava. We would have went twice if time permitted, that's how much we liked it! read more

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One of my favorite meals in Barcelona! So good. There was a line so go early if possible, but so worth waiting. The service is friendly but also working very fast to get everyone seated and fed in a small restaurant. The decor is very casual. I had the Spanish omelette and Iberian pork and both were incredible. I would 100% come back and have recommended it to many people. read more

El Xampanyet - Iberian pork and Spanish omelette - Tapas Bars Near Me - Barcelona, B

Had tapas and wine here after going to the Picasso Museum. There was a line outside and fortunately we were first in line at opening. It was worth the wait! We had pan con tomate, calamari, anchovies and a dish with garbanzo beans and tripe. It was all delicious and amazing and I'm glad we went there. It felt authentic and everyone was super nice. I highly recommend. read more

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Our favorite tapas bar in Barcelona. We loved it so much we ended up coming twice during our five-day stay in the city. First visit, we got olives, anchovies, bread with tomato, jamon, chickpeas with "samfaina" (essentially tomatoes and I think eggplant), beef filet with shoshitos, their "ou ferrat" (an egg and potato dish), sweet peppers stuffed with cheese, and snails. Second visit, we repeated the bread with tomato, jamon, olives, and beef filet with shoshitos, and also got the mussels, octopus, mushrooms, cheeses, chickpeas with pancetta (actually a mistake -- we wanted the same chickpea dish as the first time), and their biscotti / mille feuille dessert. The staples (olives, anchovies, bread with tomato, and jamon) were all amazing, and among the best we had in Barcelona. But the real standouts for us were the beef filet and the chickpeas with samfaina, which were two of the best dishes we had anywhere in the city. The beef was cooked perfectly rare, and was topped with some amazing salt and olive oil. The chickpeas were incredible too, as they paired perfectly with the tomatoes, eggplant, and whatever else was in there. Surprisingly, we didn't love some of the dishes from our second visit (the octopus, the mushrooms, and especially the mussels), but everything else ws really great. They were also very accomodating with our baby. Both meals, we got there before it opened and sat right down at one of their front tables with our small stroller next to us. The sweet spot seems to be about ~20 minutes before they open if you want to be at or near the front of the line, which was essential given that we had the baby with us. It's very loud and tightly squeezed, but they were very nice, and I'm so glad we made it work. This will be one of our first stops next time we're in Barcelona. read more

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Amazing tapas lunch! We had ham off the bone, chickpea tapa, queso & wine - delicious. Wish we had the space to try everything on the menu! read more

We got super lucky getting here at 7:10 PM and were seated at a small table outdoors nearly immediately. We actually walked past the restaurant because I had my eyes peeled for a pile of people waiting outside, and there wasn't a line yet at this time. However, at 7:30 PM, there were about 20 people waiting outside, and the line kept growing. Servers were friendly and spoke English, Spanish, and Catalan well. They were very encouraging when you order, but also do take no for an answer. Onto the food! Ranked in order from favorite to least, according to my unrefined American taste anyway: - Pluma Ibérico (grilled pork with padrón peppers): If you get one thing, get this! The pork was super tender and nearly melted in my mouth. There is also a beef version of this dish. - Jamón Ibérico (Iberian ham): Exactly what you're looking for. There is no longer a small version of this dish, but I downed it quickly. - Pan con tomate (bread with tomato): Generous helpings of olive oil and tomatoes that drenched the bread. Tasty! - Macarrons (Catalan pasta): Pretty yummy pasta. A safer option. - Tortilla con chorizo (Spanish omelette with chorizo): I actually didn't like this one as much as other tortillas I've had in Spain because I felt the chorizo distracted from the flavor, but my husband thought it was really delicious! - Sea snails: Got this due to other Yelp reviews, not because we love snails. Probably should've listened to ourselves. Prices add up quickly. For two without much alcohol, it added up to 63€. This ended up being one of our most expensive meals in Europe, even more than ours in Paris. read more

We' e been in Barcelona a week so far. This is the BEST tapas place! Everything was amazingly tasty, fresh & just so good!! Didnt have one bad dish! We waited over hour but I knew with city with million tapas places everywhere & this one had such a line? Yes, well worth the wait! The spanish omelette was piping hot when it came out & was so good. We ordered 2nd one later which was warm but still good. The Catalan mac pasta is a must!! It was so good, we went 2 nights in a row read more

A very intense place to review! Lots going on here tapas style, a pleasant place for anyone to check out visiting or living for sure. A bit of an icon. Energy was bustling. We did have a line, waited 1 hour for a table for 4. Met some friendly lads in line so it was very much a conversation and a social wait. Dish speed round--did not try fish, bread of olive oil and tomato good, chorizo very rich and wholesome, grilled octopus great, squid could not wrap my palette around, beef/pork peppers a must try, olives best I've had, champagne a must try being light airy and homemade! read more

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Super small. Super crowded. Super loud. Super so worth it! You can belly up to the bar while you wait for a table (or just eat while standing at the bar.) Extensive tapas menu--several of the items are special recipes from the owner's mother. If you get Laura as your server, you will enjoy the experience even more. She's very friendly and accommodating for non-Spanish speaking guests like us. Walked through the entire menu so we understood it--then made fantastic reservations. We didn't have anything we didn't like, so I won't bore with detailed descriptions of the food. Other reviews do a good job with details. I will say that the cheese sampler Laura put together was amazing. Queso heaven in little tiny triangles. We went at around 7:45 and waited just over 30 minutes for a table. I suspect that later in the evening, that wait time increases dramatically. But, still worth it. Can't wait to come back when we're in Barcelona again in September. read more

El Xampanyet - Anchovies. Personally, I wouldn't touch 'em but my dining partner said they were great! - Tapas Bars Near Me - Barcelona, B

We were here in February of this year and I didn't have time to write a review. A friend asks about our favoriterestaurant in Barelona, so here i am writing about El Xampanyet months after pur visit. We had a wonderful time. They have a small menu but everything was great. The ambiance of the restaurant is welcoming, fun and friendly, but Laura, the owner is the friendliest of all. We had an amazing time and I will recommend this restaurant any day. Most likely you will have to wait but it's worth it. read more

Amazing service amazing food. What a fun visit and dinner at xampanyet!!! Husband and I strolled around the area and stood in line five minutes before opening! Love their house cava and the idea of just sitting elbow to elbow with locals and tourists-- such a fun way to get to know the city of Barcelona. We thoroughly enjoyed trying new tapas on our last evening!! Delicious and so enjoyable. Service was great!! read more

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Food was excellent! Service was excellent! Ambiance was cozy, friendly and fun! Cava was excellent! read more

Fun local place! Was full when we got here during breakfast but we found a spot. We had the cup of xampanyet ( 1.60 euro) with pepper stuffed with cheese ( yummyyy) and it was 1 euro per pepper and pan con tomato. We had a great breakfast for 2 for just 10 euros. The server was very friendly and helped me choose vegetarian options here. read more

All the food was amazing. It's a small dining area but it makes the experience even more unique. Our waitress was hilarious and made great recommendations. read more

Arrived in the middle of the day and the place was already bustling! People were waiting in line! People chatting away and enjoying life so it can get loud here. The place itself is very tiny! Tables are situated next to each other. People are either sitting or standing shoulder to shoulder. Real estate is precious here. So definitely not for those who are claustrophobic or concerned about personal space. Barely any English is spoken here and menu is in Spanish only. So definitely not for the timid! Food here is fantastic! Especially the seafood. The navalles delta (razor clams) and the calamars amb samfaina (squid with samfaina) were my favorite dishes! We thoroughly enjoyed all of our dishes. Best way to try as many dishes is to go with a group. Also ordered the Spanish sparking wine called cava here. Tasty but very strong! I got red immediately after 1 sip sadly. Story of my life. Anyways, I highly recommend this place. Will be back next time I'm in Barcelona! read more

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The hype is REAL. This place has a constant line, but the people are happy to wait because the food and experience is worth it. Favorites were the pork & pepper dish, Catalonia sausage, and the sardine and tomato. Too much fun conversation to photograph everything. I recommend waiting for it to open at 7pm and trying as much as you can! read more

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Both food & service were beyond AWESOME! We didn't know what to order (we were a party of 5) and the waitress, Jennifer (she is faaaabulous), said she would just bring us multiple fish courses, followed by meat courses & dessert. Holy smokes, everything was beyond amazing! We want to go back to Barcelona to just go eat here again....so so good! and the chocolates at the end in olive oil & salt, wow! One of the best "meals" of my life - all tapas, all shared and all exceptional! Here are some of the highlights: Their house cava - yum! It seems like white wine meets champagne, delicious! Calamars Samfaina - octupus & squid in a delicious red sauce Navalles Planxa - razor clams, never had them before - extraordinary Pluma Iberica - deeeeelicious tender beef Trutes - I think these were the chocolates in olive oil & salt, best choc ever! Carquinyolis - I think these were the biscottis w/desert wine to dunk them in Such a great experience & meal. I will ALWAYS return when/if I get back to Barcelona. Highlight of the trip! read more

Yes, stand in line to get in!! The food is absolutely fantastic! The service was amazing and the atmosphere is so much fun. Friendly and welcoming, this is a definite must when you are in Barcelona. read more

Best place for tapas in Barcelona. You will have to wait to be seated inside but it's worth the wait. Our group of 6 ordered almost everything from the menu and were not disappointed. Staff is fun and friendly. read more

Awesome tapas, a great atmosphere, and a great vibe. A must visit! You will not be disappointed.

From my research, El Xampanyet emerged as a must stop for tapas in Barcelona. After leaving the Picasso Museum we came here for lunch since it's very close by. The place was bustling when we got there a little before 1 on a Saturday. Seating is limited and the space is tight but the staff was warm and friendly. We were able to get a table after about a 5-10 minute wait. I had the tortilla with chorizo which was delicious, bread with tomato and olive oil, and some tapa with potato (can't remember the name, see picture) and it was also delicious. I also tried the cured payoyo (goat cheese) with paprika (drier than what you think of when you hear goat cheese but good nonetheless) and sweet peppers which I didn't try but was told by others it was very good. It's not the place to come if you're in a big group or shy about being close to other people. Food came out relatively quickly considering how packed they were and prices were reasonable. I'd definitely recommend stopping by if you're in the area. read more

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We arrived in late April right before the restaurant opened for lunch and were able to easily find a table. I'd think during summer months you'd have to get there a bit earlier than that. Their menu is just in Spanish, but the waiters are incredibly friendly and when our waiter saw us looking confused, he grabbed the menus from us and said "I'll just keep bringing you stuff until you tell me to stop." ...Which was perfect for us! The plates were simple but delicious. Our favorites included a well-sauced calamari dish, rich scalloped potatoes with cheese and crispy chorizo on top, and an Iberian steak + shishito peppers dish (the best). Yum! We left with absolutely full stomachs and fully entrenched in a food coma. Really sweet decor and ambiance inside too, quirky and casual and definitely not boring. We had fun checking out all the bottles along the walls! And they take credit card, which is always a plus :) read more

El Xampanyet is a historical tapas bar in Barcelona, and it's also also one of the busiest places for a midday meal. It's founded in 1929 and named after the Catalan word for champagne, which means it's mandatory to order it as a starter! There are no English menus- thankfully my six years of high school Spanish finally came to use. The servers are also extremely helpful in suggesting their recommendations, and you can also ask what are the tapas other people are eating. Most tapas are about €5-9. The dishes I ordered: Bread with Tomatoes- drizzled with olive oil and perfect to soak up the sauces from the other dishes Calamari- the squid rings are super tender and come in a delicious green sauce, olive oil, and bit of tomato paste. Potato, chorizo, and egg- This was my waitress's favorite, and it came out as a mound of mashed potatoes with a raw egg on top. She then took two spoons to blend it all together in this heavy but super delicious mixture. Anchovies- not my personal favorite because I always think anchovies are way too salty This was my first tapas bar in Spain, and I was absolutely enthralled by El Xampanyet. I came at 1:30 pm, and there were people spilled out the door waiting to get in. I managed to squeeze by the main counter and to place my order, and I'm still impressed by how courteous the servers are despite the hectic environment. Definitely one of the most authentic tapas bars you can go to in Barcelona! read more

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Xampanyet means champagne in Catalan while El Xampanyet means terrific tapas on Yelp. Founded in 1929, El Xampanyet is one of the most popular and historic tapas bars in Barcelona ... and the business thrives because it continues to be a lively dining experience centered around delicious Catalan cuisine. Originally, the restaurant was called Ca l'Esteve until it was renamed in the 1970s to El Xampanyet for its signature bubbly white wine. If you don't know what to order first, start with a glass of this sweet fizzy fun (Copa Xampanyet). Then let the stream of festive eats begin with the house-specialty anchovies or whatever suits your mood like cheeses, meats, preserves, or Iberian sausages. * Navalles (Razor Clams) - 5 stars So good we got a 2nd order and then 2 cans to go * Formatges (Cheese) Plate - 5 stars Cheese ... glorious cheese! Pa amb tomàquet (Bread with Tomatoes) - 4.5 stars Different bread, but as tasty as any in the city * Anxoves (Anchovies) - 4 stars So salty and so fishy ... not for everyone * Truita Patates (Potato Omelette) - 4 stars Popular and filling though not special The place was packed when we squeezed in the door until strolling out happy and stuffed. The decor looks like it hasn't changed much since 1929 ... and luckily for all us Yelpers neither has the cheery atmosphere or terrific tapas at El Xampanyet. read more

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I come here every time I visit Barcelona. The cava is superb; just order a bottle. The pork, pulpo and truffles with sea salt are killer. There's always a little bit of a line but you get seated quickly. You'll be packed in but it's part of the fun. Wait staff is fantastic and fun. read more

Amazing service, great vibe, brilliant food! They gave us a table outside and allowed us to move inside to order more food. We kept ordering and they kept delivering. Just great. read more