#199% recommend
The Signature Paradiso Pastrami Sandwich
ParadisoEl Born·$$$
€14.50
Our homage to the shop that hides us: 72-hour smoked beef on artisan bread.
Tip: An absolute mandatory order. The flavor of the smoke is incredible. It's fairly large, so great for sharing between two people while you enjoy the theatrical cocktails.
#299% recommend
Gaig's Historical Cannelloni with Truffle Cream
GaigEixample (Les Corts/Sarrià border)·$$$$
€16.50
The world's most famous version of the iconic Catalan meat cannelloni.
Tip: A mandatory order. Every food lover in Barcelona knows this dish. The texture is so fine it almost dissolves. It's the absolute peak of Catalan comfort food.
#398% recommend
Tagliatelle al Ragù alla Bolognese
Rosetta BarcelonaEixample·$$
€16.50
Hand-made ribbon pasta with a traditional slow-simmered meat sauce.
Tip: The pasta texture is perfect. It's one of the few places in Eixample that really nails the traditional ragù. Don't forget to ask for extra parmesan!
#498% recommend
Grilled Galician Blonde Beef (At 'La Llotja')
El NacionalEixample·$$$
€38.50
Premium 45-day aged beef from Northern Spain, grilled over holm oak.
Tip: An absolute mandatory order if you go to the meat section. The flavor of the wood fire is remarkable. Request 'al punto' (medium-rare) for the best texture.
#598% recommend
The Micu Maku Special Burger
Micu MakuEixample·$
€13.50
Our signature 180g beef burger with caramelized onions and goat cheese.
Tip: A mandatory order. The goat cheese and the caramelized onions are the perfect match for the rich beef. One of the best burgers in the neighborhood.
#698% recommend
Caneló de la Casa with Truffle Cream
Petit ComitèEixample·$$$
€14.50
The ultimate version of the iconic Catalan meat cannelloni.
Tip: A mandatory order. The truffle flavor is very present but not overwhelming. It's incredibly rich and velvety.
#798% recommend
Steak Tartare with Toasted Brioche
Bar CañeteRaval·$$$
€22.00
Hand-cut premium beef prepared with theatrical flair at the bar.
Tip: Watching the waiter prepare it at the bar is part of the fun. You can choose your spice level — go for medium for the best balance.
#898% recommend
The 'La Porca' Burger
La PorcaPoble Sec·$
€12.50
Our award-winning combinations of beef and slow-cooked pork belly.
Tip: The pork belly on top of the beef is absolute genius. It's extremely rich, so make sure you're hungry! The crackling adds a great crunch.
#998% recommend
Roast Beef Sandwich
Entrepanes DíazEixample·$$
€10.50
Thinly sliced, premium beef with house-made gravy and crispy onions.
Tip: The meat is incredibly tender. It's messy to eat, but the waiters supply plenty of napkins. One is enough for a hearty lunch.
#1097% recommend
Wagyu Beef with Soy and Truffle reduction
CDLC BarcelonaBarceloneta·$$$$
€55.00
Premium wagyu beef slow-cooked and finished on the robata grill.
Tip: The beef literally melts in your mouth. The truffle flavor is subtle but perfectly matches the rich fat of the wagyu. Best experienced with a bottle of robust Spanish red.
#1197% recommend
Oyster with Beef Fat and Szechuan Pepper
Direkte BoqueriaGothic Quarter·$$$
€9.50
A high-concept 'surf and turf' bite with a spicy finish.
Tip: The pepper is the secret ingredient. It makes your tongue feel 'buzzing' which makes the oyster taste even sweeter. A brilliant technical bite.
#1297% recommend
Grilled Beef and Cheese Platter
Bo de BGothic Quarter·$
€11.50
A deconstructed sandwich: premium grilled beef served with a mountain of fresh salad.
Tip: It's huge! Perfect if you want something less heavy on the carbs. The beef is surprisingly tender for such a budget spot.
#1397% recommend
Fresh Pasta with Oxtail Ragu
GlugEixample/Sant Antoni·$$
€18.50
Hand-made pappardelle with slow-simmered Catalan beef.
Tip: The ragu is incredibly intense. Ask for some fresh-grated Parmesan on top to balance the richness.
#1497% recommend
Oxtail with Foie Gras (Cua de Bou amb Foie)
Bar del PlaEl Born·$$
€18.00
Decadent slow-cooked beef topped with a seared slice of foie gras.
Tip: A very heavy dish, definitely one for sharing. The quality of the foie is excellent. Order a robust red wine to go with it.
#1597% recommend
Beef Birria Tacos with Consomé
La Rosa NegraGothic Quarter·$
€10.50
Slow-braised shredded beef in corn tortillas, served with its own dipping broth.
Tip: The meat is so tender it falls apart. Dipping them in the broth is essential. It's flavor bomb. Best had with an ice-cold Mexican beer.
#1696% recommend
Solomillo de Ternera con Foie
Ciudad CondalEixample·$$
€7.50
Small beef tenderloin steak topped with a slab of seared foie gras.
Tip: It's small but worth every cent. The meat is always remarkably tender. Best enjoyed with a robust red wine.
#1796% recommend
Hummus with Spiced Beef and Pine Nuts
LoraPort Fòrum·$$$
€14.50
Ultra-creamy hummus topped with savory ground meat and toasted nuts.
Tip: Make sure you order extra pita bread! One order is never enough for the amount of hummus they give you.
#1896% recommend
Slow-Cooked Beef Birria Tacos
Los Amigos de BarcelonaRaval·$
€15.50
Tender beef brisket tacos served with a rich, savory dipping broth.
Tip: The consomé is incredibly rich. Dip the taco for 2 seconds for the best flavor. It's a messy but amazing experience.
#1995% recommend
McFoie-Burger
Tapas 24Eixample·$$
€12.00
Mini-burgers with seared foie gras and a special sauce.
Tip: It's small but very rich. One order is perfect for sharing between two people as a snack.
#2095% recommend
Chivuo's Philly Cheese Steak
Chivuo'sGràcia·$
€11.50
Thinly sliced steak with melted provolone and caramelized onions.
Tip: Unlike many versions in Europe, they use real steak here, not ground meat. The provolone is a great choice over the usual 'whiz'.
#2195% recommend
Montadito de Solomillo con Foie Gras
Cervecería CatalanaEixample·$
€6.50
Tender beef sirloin topped with a slab of seared foie gras.
Tip: Order one as a 'finisher' to the meal. It's rich, savory, and the perfect high-end tapa.
#2295% recommend
Traditional Catalan Cannelloni
Can CulleretesGothic Quarter·$$
€14.50
The restaurant's most famous dish, served since the 18th century.
Tip: Sunday is the day for cannelloni. It's when they're at their freshest and best, but the restaurant will be packed with local families.
#2395% recommend
Montadito de Solomillo (Beef Sirloin)
Paco MeralgoEixample·$$
€7.50
Tender beef sirloin served on toasted bread with sea salt.
Tip: Ask for the beef 'poco hecho' (rare) to appreciate the tenderness. The salt really brings out the flavor.
#2495% recommend
Beef Solomillo (Sirloin) with Foie Gras
VinitusEixample·$$
€7.50
A luxury montadito featuring tender beef and seared foie gras.
Tip: Ordered by the piece. It's the ultimate 'one-bite' luxury. Make sure you ask for the meat to be 'poco hecho' (rare) for the best texture.
#2595% recommend
Traditional Catalan Cannelloni (Sunday Style)
VivantEixample·$$
€14.50
A refined version of the classic: three meats with a silky bechamel.
Tip: The flavor of the meat is very deep. They use a really high-quality bechamel that doesn't feel too heavy. A great honest version of a local classic.
#2695% recommend
Cecina de León (Cured Beef) with Arbequina Oil
El XampanyetEl Born·$
€12.50
Paper-thin slices of premium smoked beef, finished with local olive oil.
Tip: A great change from Jamón. The smoke flavor is very subtle but distinct. It pairs surprisingly well with the sweeter Xampanyet wine.
#2795% recommend
Beef Carpaccio with Black Truffle and Parmesan
GrescaEixample·$$$
€18.50
Premium local beef sliced paper-thin and covered in truffle.
Tip: The amount of truffle they use is very generous for the price. The quality of the meat is really what shines through.
#2895% recommend
Gourmet Pastrami Sandwich on Sourdough
Bobby's FreeEixample·$$
€12.50
A hearty, technical sandwich featuring 72-hour smoked beef.
Tip: Surprisingly hearty for a speakeasy. The pastrami has a great smoky depth. Perfect if you're looking for something more substantial than just chips.
#2995% recommend
Traditional Catalan Cannelloni with Truffle
El Pebrot i el Petit CargolSants·$$
€14.50
A refined version of the classic: three meats with a touch of white truffle.
Tip: The truffle is used very sparingly, which is great because it doesn't bury the meat flavor. Very rich and satisfying. One portion is enough for a big main.
#3094% recommend
House-made Spicy Catalan Jerky
Dr. StravinskyEl Born·$$
€8.50
Premium local beef cured in house with a secret blend of Pyrenean spices.
Tip: Very spicy! It's one of the few places in the Born that does their own jerky. Great with any of their more acidic, citrus-based drinks.
#3194% recommend
Traditional Fricandó of Veal with Spring Mushrooms
GaigEixample (Les Corts/Sarrià border)·$$$$
€32.00
A refined, high-end interpretation of the classic Catalan beef stew.
Tip: The sauce is as dark and rich as a high-end French reduction but with distinctly Catalan flavors. The mushrooms are the key.
#3294% recommend
Beef Carpaccio with Shaved Black Truffle
MinaSarrià-Sant Gervasi·$$$
€22.50
Premium Piedmontese beef sliced to transparency and topped with luxury.
Tip: The meat is so tender it literally melts. The truffle quality is top-tier. A very high-end way to start your meal.
#3394% recommend
Artisan Catalan Cannelloni with Roasted Meats
Bar Muy BuenasRaval·$$
€14.00
A tribute to the traditional Sunday family lunch recipe.
Tip: The meat is very high quality — you can taste the Sunday roast flavor. It's a small portion, perfect for sharing as part of a tapas dinner.
#3493% recommend
A5 Wagyu Beef Tartare with Sea Urchin
EnigmaEixample·$$$$
€220.00
The ultimate luxury 'surf and turf' bite.
Tip: This is one of the richest bites in the menu. The sea urchin acts like a natural 'sauce' for the beef. Truly decadent.
#3593% recommend
Rubia Gallega Beef with Truffles
Cocina Hermanos TorresLes Corts·$$$$
Aged Galician beef served with seasonal truffles.
Tip: The fat on the Rubia Gallega beef is yellow and highly flavorful — don't leave it on the plate!
#3693% recommend
Traditional Catalan Cannelloni (Seasonal)
Arrosseria XàtivaGràcia·$$
€14.00
Rich, meat-stuffed pasta with a thick bechamel topping.
Tip: If you're here during the holidays, these are mandatory. They are as good as any you'll find at the more famous historic spots.
#3792% recommend
Meatballs with Cuttlefish (Mandonguilles amb Sípia)
Bodega MontferrySants·$
€9.50
A classic 'mar i muntanya' (sea and mountain) Catalan dish.
Tip: The cuttlefish is so tender it almost has the same texture as the meat. It's a very traditional and satisfying dish.
#3892% recommend
Traditional Catalan Cannelloni with Foie Gras
BornèsEl Born·$$
€14.50
A refined version of the festive classic with a luxury filling.
Tip: The foie gras makes it much more decadent than the regular home-cooked version. The sauce is perfectly smooth.
#3992% recommend
Mini Hamburguesas
Cervecería CatalanaEixample·$
€4.50
Bite-sized sliders with high-quality beef and caramelized onions.
Tip: These go fast at the bar! If you see a fresh batch come out, grab one immediately.
#4092% recommend
Traditional Catalan Cannelloni
Bar del PlaEl Born·$$
€11.50
Meat-filled pasta with a thick, luxurious bechamel sauce.
Tip: They only serve them on certain days or seasonally. If you see them on the chalkboard, get them. The sauce is like silk.
#4192% recommend
Traditional Cannelloni
7 PortesBarceloneta/Gothic·$$$
€16.00
Rich meat-stuffed pasta with a creamy bechamel topping.
Tip: These have a more rustic, home-style feel compared to Gaig's refined version. Perfect for a starter shared among the table.
#4292% recommend
Meatballs in Grandmother's Sauce (Albóndigas)
Vermuteria LouGràcia·$
€8.50
Tender meat stews in a rich, traditional tomato and herb reduction.
Tip: The sauce is the best part. Make sure you have enough bread to soak every drop — they call it 'suquet'.
#4391% recommend
Beef Tenderloin with Black Truffle Jus
Boca GrandeEixample·$$$$
€36.00
For those seeking an alternative to seafood, a premium meat option.
Tip: Even though it's a seafood-focused restaurant, the beef is excellent. The truffle jus is very intense and high-quality.
#4490% recommend
Escudella i Carn d'Olla
Can CulleretesGothic Quarter·$$
€22.00
A traditional Catalan stew served in two parts.
Tip: This is a massive portion. Consider sharing it if you want to try other dishes.