Best Sardines in Barcelona
3 restaurants compared
Price range: €8.50 – €9.50
Avg recommendation: 95%
Top 3 Sardines in Barcelona (Quick Answer)
Our editors' picks across 3 restaurants:
- Lluritu — score 96/100, €9.50 (Gràcia)
- Bodega La Peninsular — score 95/100, €9.50 (Barceloneta)
- La Cova Fumada — score 94/100, €8.50 (Barceloneta)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 3 Restaurants Compared
#1Score 96/100
Lluritu
Gràcia·$$
Grilled Sardines with Garlic and Parsley
€9.50
Simple, sea-fresh sardines grilled to a perfect char.
Tip: These are the hallmark of Lluritu. They are simple but the quality of the fish is what makes them better than almost anywhere else in the city.
#2Score 95/100
Bodega La Peninsular
Barceloneta·$$
Grilled Sardines (Sardines a la Brasa)
€9.50
Simple, sea-fresh sardines grilled to a perfect char.
Tip: Simple but executed perfectly. The skin is crispy and the inside is juicy. The portion is generous for the price.
#3Score 94/100
La Cova Fumada
Barceloneta·$
Grilled Fresh Sardines
€8.50
Simple, sea-fresh sardines grilled on the plancha.
Tip: Eat them with your hands! It's the only way to get all the meat off the bones, and it's completely acceptable here.