Where is the best squid in Barcelona?

Based on diner recommendations, the best squid in Barcelona is at Mesón Barceloneta (96% recommended). We compared 7 restaurants serving squid.

How much does squid cost in Barcelona?

Squid prices in Barcelona range from €10.50 to €22.50 across 7 restaurants.

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Best Squid in Barcelona

7 restaurants compared

Price range: €10.50 – €22.50

Avg recommendation: 93%

Top 5 Squid in Barcelona (Quick Answer)

Based on diner recommendations across 7 restaurants:

Mesón Barceloneta — 96% recommended, €14.50 (Barceloneta)
Cocina Hermanos Torres — 94% recommended, (Les Corts)
La Mar Salada — 93% recommended, €22.50 (Barceloneta)
Can Ros — 93% recommended, €18.00 (Barceloneta)
Direkte Boqueria — 92% recommended, €15.50 (Gothic Quarter)

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

All 7 Restaurants Compared

#196% recommend

Mesón Barceloneta

Barceloneta·$$

Fried Baby Squid (Chipirones) with Garlic

€14.50

Tender, fresh baby squid quickly fried with garlic and fresh parsley.

Tip: The garlic flavor is very present. It's a huge portion — great value for a group of three or four friends. Pair with a cold local Estrella beer.

#294% recommend

Cocina Hermanos Torres

Les Corts·$$$$

Squid with Caviar and Chicken Broth

A surprising combination of sea and land.

Tip: The chicken broth adds an earthy richness that makes the salty caviar pop. It's an unusual but satisfying pairing.

#393% recommend

La Mar Salada

Barceloneta·$$$

Squid with Artichokes and Iberian Ham

€22.50

A classic Catalan seafood and meat combination.

Tip: Only available when artichokes are in season (winter/spring). If you see it on the menu, order it immediately.

#493% recommend

Can Ros

Barceloneta·$$

Squid with Baby Beans (Sipia amb Pebrassos)

€18.00

Tender market squid sautéed with seasonal mushrooms and garlic.

Tip: The combination of squid and mushrooms is a very traditional Catalan thing and they do it perfectly here. The sauce is great for dipping bread.

#592% recommend

Direkte Boqueria

Gothic Quarter·$$$

Market Squid with Homemade Kimchi

€15.50

Local squid rings paired with spicy, fermented Korean vegetables.

Tip: The kimchi has a real kick! It's much better than the standard bravas you find elsewhere. The squid is incredibly tender.

#692% recommend

La Cova Fumada

Barceloneta·$

Squid with Onion (Calamars amb Ceba)

€10.50

Tender pieces of squid slow-cooked with caramelized onions.

Tip: Make sure you have plenty of bread to soak up the onion juices. It's the best part of the dish.

#791% recommend

Restaurante Barceloneta

Barceloneta·$$$

Fried Baby Squid with Tartare Sauce

€18.50

Tiny, tender squid lightly battered and flash-fried.

Tip: The batter is very thin and doesn't mask the flavor of the squid. They are like seafood popcorn — impossible to stop eating.