Best Dumplings in Barcelona
3 restaurants compared
Price range: €6.50 – €12.50
Avg recommendation: 96%
Top 3 Dumplings in Barcelona (Quick Answer)
Our editors' picks across 3 restaurants:
- Mosquito — score 98/100, €6.50 (El Born)
- Dos Palillos — score 97/100, €12.50 (Gothic Quarter)
- Casa Xica — score 94/100, €12.50 (Poble Sec)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 3 Restaurants Compared
#1Score 98/100
Mosquito
El Born·$
Xiào Lóng Bāo (Soup Dumplings)
€6.50
Hand-folded pork dumplings with a rich, hot broth inside.
Tip: Be careful! The broth inside is very hot. Place the dumpling on a spoon, bite a small hole to let the steam out, and then drink the soup before eating the rest.
#2Score 97/100
Dos Palillos
Gothic Quarter·$$$$
Steamed Xao-Long-Bao with Catalan Pork
€12.50
A Shanghai classic filled with local roasted meat flavor.
Tip: The broth inside is incredibly savory. Be careful not to break the skin when picking them up! One order per person is recommended.
#3Score 94/100
Casa Xica
Poble Sec·$$
Hand-made Dumplings with Shrimp and Pork
€12.50
Traditional dim sum styling with high-quality local ingredients.
Tip: The shrimp are so fresh they have a great 'snap' to them. Perfect for sharing as a starter before the heavier mains.