Where is the best prawns in Barcelona?

Based on diner recommendations, the best prawns in Barcelona is at Estimar (99% recommended). We compared 7 restaurants serving prawns.

How much does prawns cost in Barcelona?

Prawns prices in Barcelona range from €14.50 to €42.00 across 7 restaurants.

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Best Prawns in Barcelona

7 restaurants compared

Price range: €14.50 – €42.00

Avg recommendation: 96%

Top 5 Prawns in Barcelona (Quick Answer)

Based on diner recommendations across 7 restaurants:

Estimar — 99% recommended, €42.00 (Gothic Quarter (El Born))
Mesón Barceloneta — 99% recommended, €24.50 (Barceloneta)
Eldelmar — 99% recommended, €38.00 (Port Olímpic)
Ciudad Condal — 95% recommended, €18.50 (Eixample)
Lluritu — 94% recommended, €14.50 (Gràcia)

Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.

All 7 Restaurants Compared

#199% recommend

Estimar

Gothic Quarter (El Born)·$$$$

Red Prawns from Palamós (Our Way)

€42.00

Large, world-class prawns treated with reverence.

Tip: An absolute mandatory order. The price is high, but the quality is unmatched. Sucking the heads is essential — that's where the best flavor is.

#299% recommend

Mesón Barceloneta

Barceloneta·$$

Grilled Prawns (Gamberra la Plancha)

€24.50

Large, local Mediterranean prawns simply grilled with sea salt and olive oil.

Tip: An absolute mandatory order. Don't be afraid to suck the heads — that's where all the flavor is! Best paired with a dry Catalan white wine like a Penedès.

#399% recommend

Eldelmar

Port Olímpic·$$$

Red Prawns from Palamós (Grilled)

€38.00

The peak of Mediterranean seafood: sweet, deep-sea prawns grilled with sea salt.

Tip: An absolute mandatory order. The flavor of the heads is incredibly intense. It's the most authentic way to start a proper seafood lunch in the port.

#495% recommend

Ciudad Condal

Eixample·$$

Prawns from the Costa Brava (Gambas a la Plancha)

€18.50

Large, sea-fresh prawns grilled simply with flakes of sea salt.

Tip: Suck the heads! That's where all the concentrated flavor is. Don't be afraid to use your hands.

#594% recommend

Lluritu

Gràcia·$$

Prawns from Vilafranca with Sea Salt

€14.50

Large, sweet prawns grilled simply with flakes of salt.

Tip: Suck the heads! That's where all the concentrated flavor is. Don't be afraid to use your hands.

#694% recommend

Lora

Port Fòrum·$$$

Grilled Palamós Prawns with Harissa Butter

€28.00

Local premium shrimp given a North African spicy kick.

Tip: The harissa is spicy! If you're sensitive to heat, ask for the butter on the side or use it sparingly.

#793% recommend

Bodega La Peninsular

Barceloneta·$$

Sautéed Prawns from the Market

€18.50

The freshest catch of the day, sautéed simply with garlic.

Tip: Ask what the 'catch of the day' is. They often have rare shellfish that isn't on the regular menu.