What are the best octopus dishes in Barcelona?

Based on diner recommendations, the best octopus dish in Barcelona is at Bar Cañete (99% recommended). We compared 9 restaurants serving octopus dishes.

How much do octopus dishes cost in Barcelona?

Octopus dish prices in Barcelona range from €4.50 to €24.50 across 9 restaurants.

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Best Octopus Dishes in Barcelona

9 restaurants compared

Price range: €4.50 – €24.50

Avg recommendation: 96%

Top 5 Octopus Dishes in Barcelona (Quick Answer)

Based on diner recommendations across 9 restaurants:

Fried Baby Octopus (Pulpitos de la Costa) at Bar Cañete — 99% recommended, €18.50 (Raval)
Pulpo a la Gallega (Octopus with Paprika) at Carballeira — 98% recommended, €24.50 (Barceloneta)
Grilled Baby Octopus (Pulpitos a la Plancha) at Ciudad Condal — 97% recommended, €14.50 (Eixample)
Grilled Octopus over Truffled Parmentier at Bornès — 96% recommended, €24.50 (El Born)
Grilled Octopus with Parmentier Potato at Gala — 95% recommended, €24.50 (Eixample)

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

All 9 Octopus Dishes

#199% recommend

Fried Baby Octopus (Pulpitos de la Costa)

Bar Cañete

Raval·$$$

€18.50

Tiny, tender octopuses from the morning catch, fried until golden.

Tip: An absolute mandatory order. They are never chewy. The flavor is incredibly pure — don't use too much lemon, just a drop!

#298% recommend

Pulpo a la Gallega (Octopus with Paprika)

Carballeira

Barceloneta·$$$

€24.50

Arguably the best version of this Galician classic in the city.

Tip: A mandatory dish. The octopus is consistently tender and the quality of the paprika is what sets it apart. Drink with a glass of Albariño.

#397% recommend

Grilled Baby Octopus (Pulpitos a la Plancha)

Ciudad Condal

Eixample·$$

€14.50

Tiny, tender Mediterranean octopuses grilled with garlic.

Tip: These are incredibly tender, not chewy at all. Ask for the larger portion if you're sharing — they disappear fast!

#496% recommend

Grilled Octopus over Truffled Parmentier

Bornès

El Born·$$

€24.50

Tender octopus legs with a smoky finish and a luxurious foam.

Tip: An absolute mandatory order. The octopus is remarkably tender. The truffle foam is subtle but adds a great layer of luxury.

#595% recommend

Grilled Octopus with Parmentier Potato

Gala

Eixample·$$$

€24.50

A Mediterranean classic treated with modern elegance.

Tip: The octopus is very tender, not chewy at all. The potato foam is incredibly smooth. Pair it with a crisp white wine.

#695% recommend

Grilled Octopus with Parmentier

Micu Maku

Eixample·$

€18.50

Tender Mediterranean octopus served over a silky potato foam.

Tip: Surprisingly high-end for a casual burger spot. The octopus is very tender. Great for sharing.

#795% recommend

Grilled Octopus with Paprika (Pulpo a la Gallega)

Euskal Etxea

El Born·$

€4.50

Tender Atlantic octopus slices seasoned with Pimentón de la Vera and olive oil.

Tip: The octopus is remarkably tender, never rubbery. The addition of the potato makes it feel like a substantial snack. Best enjoyed while standing at the bar.

#894% recommend

Pulpo a la Gallega (Octopus with Paprika)

Vermuteria Lou

Gràcia·$

€16.50

Tender Galician octopus over boiled potatoes.

Tip: They serve it on a traditional wooden plate which helps soak up any extra oil. The quality of the pimentón here is very high.

#992% recommend

Grilled Octopus with Potato Parmentier

L'Estupendu

Badalona Waterfront·$$

€18.50

Tender octopus charred on the grill, served over creamy potatoes.

Tip: The potato parmentier is incredibly smooth and works perfectly with the smoky flavor of the grilled octopus.