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La Cova Fumada

4.5 (153 reviews)
Closed 9:00 am - 3:30 pm

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Dogs allowed

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Stephanie L.

La mejor experiencia en Barcelona!! Visited Barcelona for a few days and we stopped by La Cova Fumada in Barcelonetta. It's a small family owned restaurant with the best food! Service: very busy, small restaurant. Be prepared to wait for a table. It's worth it. The owner is very kind. Food: 10/10!! Delicious Catalan food.

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Jenny G.

Love this place! We wanted a local small spot for lunch with good small tapas. This was the place we were lioking for. The tapas was flavorful and delicious. Grill artichokes, bombas,and sardines were delicious. Ambiance was just a hole in the wall with friendly service and no fuss decor. Just a simple spot with great tapas and cold beers. That's all you need.

Fried cod fritter
John C.

Super hole in the wall spot that I happened to walk by and saw how popular it was. I saw it was super crowded so I waited outside to go in because I could feel like it was special. I stood at the bar and ordered my food. The calamari was so good with the perfect amount of garlic and seasoning. I'm still thinking about that bite today. The tapas are pretty affordable and I enjoyed every bite even though I went by myself! I actually went twice and it was just as good!

Rude server who refused our business
Todd H.

We have been planning our Barcelona trip for 9 months and couldn't wait to try La Cova Fumada from all the YT videos and reviews. We spent $40 in cab fares to get 8 of us there and proceeded to wait line. We got to the hostesss and we asked for table of 8 and she said no table and they don't do groups. We said how about 2 groups of 4 and she still said no even though we save groups of 3 and 4 get seated. We then said how about 4 group of 2's and she still shook her head. We felt discriminated either we were tourists or Asians, either way it was terrible how we were treated. We were happy to spend our $130 for lunch elsewhere. We went to Can Vilaro where we greeted by the owners and welcomed and had a fabulous meal. Never had we felt so unwanted in our history of travel and trying different restaurants. Do not give these snobby people your money. Many many other fine restaurants that are appreciative of your business. Rating - F

Christina N.

This place is such a hidden gem! There was a long line for a table outside when we were there, but we were willing to eat standing at the bar and so we got a place immediately. The restaurant is tiny and gets super crowded, but I love the atmosphere & vibe! Everything here was super fresh and delicious. The bombas is to die for, I love the grilled squid, octopus, cod, etc. A family run operation that's a hole in the wall with a mix of both locals & tourists. Highly recommend!

Laura L.

A small whole in the wall. The seafood tasted fresh and flavorful. However, don't think it was worth all the hype, wait, and price. Definitely not kid friendly as it's very small and busy, and you're often sharing a table with others or standing.

Bacalao with oil and tomato was so delicious!
Nonie E.

The place is casual with a very friendly,attentive staff! Very tasty, juicy and delicious food! We had Bacalao, 2 bomba, sardinas, calamar, morcillo, sangria for 2, 2 water. 40 euros! So good! We will be back for more bacalao!

Squid
Wendy B.

EVERYTHING is great here, fresh seafood that simply just grilled and seasoned with olive oil and sea salt. Portion are small so you get to try lots of options which I like. The only item that was not the best I've had was the razor clam (Provenir won) The best best bomba, we had one each, the old man next to us by himself had 5 bomba himself, and I was like, you ate 5!!! And he said- I can eat 11 of this (through body language) You will see lots of elder people come here enjoy themselves with the beer and amazing seafood while reading newspaper. Love it!

Jamie L.

Hands down my favorite places in Barcelona! They only serve lunch and make sure to go early!

Pan con tomate
Jeremy R.

We just beat the rain to Cova Fumada and were looking forward to a great seafood lunch. The place is tiny and very busy but we were seated in a few minutes. This is a family operation with even the grandmother manning the small kitchen. The clams, sardines and pan con tomate were the stars with the squid and octopus close behind. All items were garlic heavy and some were a little too salty for my tastes. Make sure to have your google translate handy as there are no English menus.

Artichokes
Shawn H.

This was outstanding. The only disappointing thing was that we only came here for a second lunch just as they were about ready to close and couldn't order more than we did. As it was, we got artichokes, squid, and octopus. (We had originally come here because my wife wanted prawns, but they were out by the time we sat down.) The artichokes were great, but it was the seafood that really blew us away -- the octopus in particular was one of the best I've had anywhere. We'll definitely be coming back here for a fuller meal next time we're in Barcelona.

Calamar la plancha, pan con aioli, artichoke.

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Long wait, but the food is delicious and the prices very reasonable. Highly recommend if you're not in a hurry.

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La Cova Fumada Reviews in Other Languages

Review Highlights - La Cova Fumada

They are known for their bombas which is a potato croquette with meat and aioli sauce-definitely get a few.

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Cañete - lobster croquettes

Cañete

4.6(574 reviews)
1.3 kmEl Raval
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Wow, this meal was so good I literally made another reservation after we left. This place might be…read moreadvertised as a tapas restaurant, but it's much more than that. The service was excellent, our server spoke English and knew so much about American pop culture. He even sang NSYNC songs to us while serving us dishes. As for the food let's get into it: - Lobster Croquettes (8/10) We've had a lot of croquettes this trip, but these were on another level, get one per person. - Paella (7.5/10) Different style of paella from other places we went. It was almost like a paella curry, which was still rich and delicious. - Squid Sandwich (10/10) This is hands down the best appetizer I've ever had. The squid was packed with flavor and the mayo sauce they used paired perfectly. Order one per person, and be prepared to order another to go. - Garlic Shrimp (8/10) Solid entree paired with sourdough bread. Dip that bread into the sauce and you'll be satisfied. - Aged Beef Steak w/ Foie Gras (9/10) This might be one of the best steak dishes I've had traveling abroad. It was cooked perfectly, and came with a potato crust on the bottom and Foie Gras on top. Definitely a must order. Overall a great experience, from the service and ambiance to the quality of the food, this is a must try when visiting Barcelona. Would I go again? Absolutely!

BLUF: not only one of the best meals I've had but also one of the best dining experiences I've ever…read morehad. If you're in Barcelona this MUST be at the top of your list. Cañete was booked out for 2 weeks straight, so we decided to risk it and see if we could get a spot as walk-ins; and were lucky enough to want less than 5 minutes before being sat at the "bar" in front of the open kitchen, which is honestly the best seat in the house IMHO. You get to see all the 'action' and interact with the friendly and often funny staff. Everything in the menu we tried was fantastic, but a few standouts for me were the squid sandwich (do yourself a favor and try it, even if you aren't a "squid person" the bread is fresh, and the butter garlic sauce they use should be sold in bottles at the supermarket), the lobster croquet was refreshing, and the aged beef steak with foie and truffle sauce was delicious and cooked to perfection.

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Cañete - Packed with locals - Faiyoh!! (Uncle Roger)

Packed with locals - Faiyoh!! (Uncle Roger)

Cañete - Lobster croquettes

Lobster croquettes

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El Macareno - Bastoncitos de Pollo (homemade chicken nuggets with BB sauce)

El Macareno

4.8(20 reviews)
1.7 kmEl Raval
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Food was fantastic, drinks were strong, service was great, ambience isn't the best but it's lively…read moreand a fun vibe with friends or even a date!

We were lucky to find this place which was a few minutes from our hotel. On the website, it said…read more"online reservation made before 8 pm gets 30% off." So we went! We were led to the dining room upstairs. The menu has English descriptions beneath each dish. We ordered 10 dishes: Pan Con Tomate (bread with tomato and tomato sauce), Patatas Bravas (Spanish potatoes; not greasy, very tasty), Albondigas de la Yaya (meatballs with tomato sauce; very tender meat), Calamares a la Andaluza (fried squid; nicely cooked and not rubbery, like them alot), Bastoncitos de Pollo (homemade chicken nuggets with BB sauce; crispy and tender, tasty BB sauce), Empanada Compesina (not too crazy about this one), Empanada Picante (spicy meat; it is okay), Spaghetti Carbonara (very soft, lots of sauce; nice dish), Yakimeshi (rice with squid and shrimp; my favorite!), and Macareno (hamburger, doble cheese, lettuce, tomato, bacon, and fried egg; very juicy, mouth watering and very American hamburger!) Water is a very pricey item in Europe. We ordered three bottles of water at 2.30 EUR or 2.60 USD each. We did get 30% off our bill! The server was friendly, patient, polite, and very warm. The dishes were reasonably priced. We had a wonderful dining experience at this place. Highly recommended if you visit the area.

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El Macareno
El Macareno
El Macareno

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Restaurant La Tasqueta de Blai - Pinchos at La Tasqueta de Blai

Restaurant La Tasqueta de Blai

4.5(256 reviews)
2.1 kmEl Poble-sec

Has two inside seating areas and outdoor patio So Cheap…read more Lots of Variety! I will say this was one of my first experiences with real tapas. I love that there were so many options. I don't know if it's just me as an American or what, but the temperatures of the foods was my only "complaint" per se. Some of the tapas I thought would be hot were lukewarm at best. So, I'll have to try more places to just see what's normal for Spain.

For me, this is hands-down the best pintxo spot in Barcelona! La Tasqueta de Blai is top-shelf --…read morethe selection is incredible, everything is fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Pair it all with a cold Estrella and you've got yourself a 5-star winner! I loved the fun learning curve here: grab a plate, pick whatever pintxos catch your eye, and keep the toothpicks (of all shapes and sizes!) so your total can be tallied at the end. Some toothpicks were just holding things together -- I had to laugh at that -- but it's all part of the charm and experience. La Tasqueta was so good that we came back a few days later for another round, only to find it temporarily closed due to a plumbing issue. Sadly, we couldn't wait since we'd already hiked all over Montjuïc earlier that day. We tried another pintxo place down the block -- it was okay, but honestly, not even close to the same level. This place is amazing -- friendly, fun, and absolutely delicious. Sit inside and be dazzled by the colorful pintxos lined up along the counter, or grab a spot outside under an umbrella and watch the world go by. Loved this place... 5 stars all the way!

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Restaurant La Tasqueta de Blai
Restaurant La Tasqueta de Blai - Pinchos at La Tasqueta de Blai

Pinchos at La Tasqueta de Blai

Restaurant La Tasqueta de Blai - Pinchos at La Tasqueta de Blai

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Pinchos at La Tasqueta de Blai

Tapeo - Tomato and buffalo mozzarella

Tapeo

5.0(26 reviews)
1.0 kmSant Pere, Santa Caterina i la Ribera-Born
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Second trip back to Barcelona. Had to make the right restaurant choices for my favorite tapas…read moredishes. I was definitely right on the mark as all restaurants I've walked by before dinner wasn't as crowded as this. And this place had a line out the door. Pan con tomate (toasted bread with tomato spread) was done sooo right here because they used crisp brioche bread and the tomato spread had a nice balanced ratio of olive oil blended into it. The patatas bravas (brave potatoes) took me back to the first time I had this in 2018. Such good crisp skin, soft fluffiness and that aioli mayo signature sauce on top - I swear I feel they make their own sauce for this dish. Grilled octopus here is special as instead of a tentacle - you get a fatty piece with multiple cuts of the octopus. Even better just as you would get multiple pieces of fatty toro in an omakase. I just loved the ease of dining in Barcelona where you share small intricate flavored plates with a glass of wine to balance these dishes. It was a nice long but roomier restaurant in the back. Very deceptive to the eyes but in a good way. You get to see the chefs cook near you that makes you appreciate the work of art put into the food. And can't forget the oxtail dish that's uniquely in the form of a patty and broken up into shredded meats. Fabulous to everything.

Great food and vibe with friendly service. We went here without reservations on a Friday night, but…read moreit being early(6pm) we were seated without a wait. We got the pinxto morano (lamb skewers) which were the favorite of the meal, glazed beef cheeks and grilled octopus with chick peas, all of which were good. For dessert with got the dark chocolate with olive oil and salt served with bread to top off a great meal. They do have other dishes that we would look forward to trying next time!

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Tapeo - Tapeo, busy and friendly vibe

Tapeo, busy and friendly vibe

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Ziryab Fusion Tapas Bar - charcuterie board

Ziryab Fusion Tapas Bar

4.9(38 reviews)
0.9 kmSant Pere, Santa Caterina i la Ribera-Born

This place had wonderful service and a cool atmosphere. Plenty of tapas options and we tried a…read morebunch.

Ziryab fell onto my radar as a popular tapas spot in Barcelona. I didn't make that many dining…read moreplans in advance before visiting the city, I just knew I wanted tapas. Ziryab seemed to fit the bill, so we made plans to stop here during our first night in the city. Ziryab is located close to the Gothic Quarter, on side street. It's kind of inconspicuous from the outside, but the interior gives way to a really welcoming space. The restaurant is separated into two main areas, with an earth-tone color scheme that has a rustic, almost cave-like aesthetic. The high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows keep the dining room open and spacious. The tapas menu had a good selection, and we decided on several items: pan con tomate, sweet potato rolls, chicken cannelloni, bacon-wrapped figs, croquettes, falafel, and a charcuterie board. All the tapas were great - my favorites were the chicken cannelloni, pan con tomate, and the charcuterie board. The cannelloni especially was a standout - definitely a unique dish, and the chicken was super flavorful. We opted for dessert, and got the feta whip cheesecake - this was great as well. The combination of tang and sweet was a good finisher to our meal. Service was great - everyone was friendly and our dishes were served at a good pace. Overall, I'm glad I tried out Ziryab - the tapas were delicious and atypical of ones you find elsewhere in Barcelona. I would have no qualms returning here for another meal.

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Ziryab Fusion Tapas Bar - One of 3 interior rooms

One of 3 interior rooms

Ziryab Fusion Tapas Bar - Pan con tomate

Pan con tomate

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