El Xampanyet

This charming, quaint restaurant absolutely lived up to the rave reviews! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt warm and inviting. Every tapa we tried was bursting with flavor. You can really taste the quality in each bite. The staff was incredibly friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience even better with their welcoming energy. Even if there’s a wait, it is completely worth it. We’ll definitely be back!

I’ve been coming here once a week for several months this year! They make you feel like a local! Great vibrant atmosphere with a staff that cares and creates joy and fun. The food is always great, or as I say…DAMNTasty!! From the Gildas, Anchovies and Montaditos to the freshly prepared seafood dishes you can’t go wrong. I love the Truita de bacallá (codfish omelette) and the Caragols (escargot simmered in a beef Bourguignon sauce)! I always get the anchovies as well as the Grilled Iberico Pork with Padron Peppers. It’s hard to choose between their seafood dishes so I usually get more than one! The calamari is to die for and their octopus is tender and delicious! Don’t skip on the razor clams which are fresh and seasoned simply but perfectly! The shrimp in garlic butter are finger licking good!! I will always have a glass of Vermouth or their namesake drink ‘El Xampanyet’!! Expect a queue but they process it quickly!

One of the best places you will ever eat in Barcelona. Small little Spanish tapas and beer place. Come ready to queue. The food is nothing but perfecto. The way they use salt, pepper and olive oil in most of their dishes makes every bit flavourful. Once you are in you don't need to wait long too. Recommend go in groups of 4 or more so can try more dishes. We had mini clams, bamboo shoot clams, squid, omelette, pan fried pork, and others. The beer comes in a small glass and its the perfect to wash down the food. Inside can be a bit cramp but the vibes inside is all cheery and full of happy customers. The tip of the iceberg is the service from all the staff which I dont know how they do it, as they are constantly on the move and don't even have a moment to rest. Laura was one of our servers along with others. She is so cheerful and full of energy and vibes. This place is a MUST eat in Barcelona. 6 stars if I could give 6

Outstanding tapas in a beautiful setting. No reservations so be prepared to wait or be flexible (standing vs seated) especially if you are a larger group. The food is outstanding. The service fast and friendly. Laura is an impressive host who keeps the always busy queue moving quickly, efficiently and fairly.

Yes, food was good, staff was great, the place was authentic and stuffed at every inch and the service was fast. But, after waiting in a line and seeing all the hype about the place we had ultra high expectations. Sadly, it wasn't that over the top for us. Again, the food and the vermut I had were good; just not THAT different in taste than other tapas bars we visited. Especially for money, I'd also expect bigger portions but it was just adequate for a snack.

One of the most memorable experiences in Barcelona. Hands down my favourite spot to try genuine Catalan food. The warm hospitality. The beauuuutiful fresh produce. We had to come back twice on our trip!

The perfect place for great food and atmosphere. We went around 1pm and had to wait in the queue for a short time but that was not an issue at all. Absolutely worth the wait and the staff were really friendly too.

This tapas bar deserves all the praise! First of all, don’t get too intimidated by the crazy long queue as it moves quickly. Bonus if you’re a solo diner: I went alone and was able to skip the queue l. It was completely packed, so I initially had to stand at the bar to eat, but the atmosphere was great. A very kind person next to me even offered me her seat after she’d finished eating and was just staying for drinks, which I was really grateful for. The real highlight though is the food. Everything is clearly high quality. I had the Iberian grilled pork and the octopus with mash, both were excellent. I especially loved the little green peppers (I think it’s called Pimientos de Padrón ?) served with the pork. The sparkling wine is also a must. And the vibes in there are just so good. The staff serving me at the bar were incredibly friendly and kept the conversation going while he was juggling a million tasks at the same time. Such a great memory from Barcelona - highly recommend!