Considering the fact that Barcelona is right by the Mediterranean sea, the options for seafood, and seafood restaurants, is abundant. In any restaurant serving local food, you’ll find delicious seafood options, made with the freshest ingredients. Here are a few of the best seafood restaurants in Barcelona.

Oysters in Barcelona — *Photo © Barcelona Food Experience.*

Batea

There’s something magical about this restaurant that brings out the best in the local fish and seafood, and do it in the most playful of ways. The sister restaurant of Besta (read my review of Besta here) has nailed it with this new concept. Make sure to try their sophisticated seafood platter, the shrimp roll, and anything on the menu, really. The seasonal cocktails are a must: they make beautiful concoctions of seasonal flowers, herbs, vegetables, and fruit. The decoration is lovely and cozy, it’s perfect for a date night. Read more about Batea here.

Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 605, Pl. Baja, Barcelona (Eixample Esquerra).

Fishology

Be prepared for an unforgettable experience when you set your foot through the doors at Fishology. They will take you on a journey of creative, beautiful, and fascinating dishes, all dedicated to different ways of preparing fish and seafood, including ancestral methods. The dishes are mind-blowing, and make up for a memorable meal. A must try is the fish charcuterie board, and don’t miss the vermouth pairings: they make different kinds of vermouth in-house, depending on the season. They also hold a Michelin star. Read my review of Fishology here.

C/ de la Diputació, 73, Barcelona (Eixample Esquerra).

Can Fisher

Having delicious, fresh seafood right by the sea, doesn’t that sound like a wonderful plan? Can Fisher has a team member specialized in picking the best fish and seafood out there, and you can pick and choose what you would like the kitchen team to prepare for you. They also do good paellas here, and a large terrace looking out to the sea.

Can Fisher, Av. del Litoral, 64, Barcelona (Sant Martí).

Rias Kru

Want to splurge a little? Rias Kru is born from the classic restaurant Rias de Galicia, has fusioned with its sister establishment Espai Kru and is now a wonderful mix of a classic and a modern take on fish and seafood. They have both a la carte and two tasting menus available, and more than 800 different kinds of wine.

C/ de Lleida, 7, Barcelona (Poble Sec).

Oysters Menorca Barcelona

This is a gem of a restaurant, where there is a focus on oysters but there is plenty more seafood-focused items on the menu. I highly recommend trying each of the oysters available from different countries to compare the flavors, the eggs with sustainable caviar, the lobster roll… You can’t go wrong here. The place is pretty and cozy.

Carrer dels Madrazo, 54, Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, 08006 Barcelona.

Vermuteria La Raspa de Mandri

They call themselves a vermouth bar, but they serve a good lunch menu, and they have a display of fresh seafood waiting for you.

Carrer de Mandri, 32, Barcelona (Sarrià-Sant Gervasi).

Can Maño

This authentic old bar in the Barceloneta neighborhood opens already at 8.15 in the morning, and the best time to go is before noon when it gets busy. Their sardines are famous.

C/ Baluard 12, Barcelona (Barceloneta).

Lluritu

This bar/restaurant might be small, but it is bound to win your heart with its old-school kind of vibe. It's a humble place but the fish and seafood is very good, a lot of it made on the grill. Try the dried octopus, it might be one of the pricier items on the menu but it's worth every cent. They have now thre locations; two in Gràcia and one in Eixample.

C/ del Torrent de les Flors 71, Carrer de la Virtut, 11, Barcelona (Gràcia), and Pg. de St. Joan, 72, L'Eixample, 08009 Barcelona.

Kiosko Universal

The Boqueria can be a bit overwhelming, but this is a great stop for good quality seafood, right inside the bustling market.

Mercat de la Boqueria, Barcelona (Raval).

Tunateca Balfegó

Ready for a very unique experience? Here the focus is on tuna, and they take it to amazing new levels. Keep an eye out for their special events such as the Kaitai, a Japanese tuna tradition.

Avenida Diagonal 439, Barcelona (Eixample Esquerra).

Casa Mari y Rufo

Small and unassuming, you could never believe the great dishes that come out of their kitchen. Their grilled octopus is the best I've ever had. Read my review here.

C/ de Freixures 11, Barcelona (Born).

La Freiduria de Pauli

A tiny little place but has an incredibly long menu. Order the spider crab in advance. More info here.

C/ del Bisbe Sivilla 46, Barcelona (Sarria-Sant Gervasi).

Carballeira

Carballeira is an old-timey restaurant offering fresh Galician seafood at the Barceloneta neighborhood. Their menu is filled with seafood classics, all the way back to 1944.

Reina Cristina 3, Barcelona (Barceloneta9.

Mont Bar

Tapas-style dishes to share, many of them top-notch fish and seafood. They have been awarded a Michelin star. Read my blog post here.

C/ de la Diputació 220, Barcelona (Eixample Esquerra).

Bar Electricitat

This very authentic old bar in the Barceloneta is filled with charm. Wine barrels fill an entire wall, and you can pick and choose which one you would like to fill your glass with.

C/ de Sant Carles 15, Barcelona (Barceloneta).

Bar Mut

Small bistro-style restaurant with a great atmosphere and fantastic seafood. It might be on the expensive side, but it’s worth every cent. They have a nice terrace if you prefer sitting outside, but the good vibes are inside.Their wine options are great. More info here.

C/ Pau Claris 192, Barcelona (Eixample Dreta).

Can+Sole+Barcelona — *Can Solé, Barcelona. Photo © Barcelona Food Experience.*

Can Solé

The restaurant is more than 120 years old, a classic in the city. Great paellas and seafood is on offer here. Blog post for more info here.

C/ de Sant Carles 4, Barcelona (Barceloneta).

Estimar

A classy and sophisticated restaurant focused on seafood, run by chef Rafa Zafra. There’s an open kitchen, and all the fresh catch on ice can be admired before you devour it. It’s not cheap, but very much worth it.

Carrer de Sant Antoni dels Sombrerers, 3, Barcelona (Born).

O Retorno

This Galician restaurant might not win the prize for the most attractive interior decoration, but if you’re looking for generous portions of fish and seafood then this is your spot. Come here with friends and order lots of things from the menu, and you have yourself a feast! Don’t miss the pulpo a la gallega.

C/ de Mallorca 132, Barcelona (Eixample Esquerra).

Pez Vela

It might be a bit touristy, but the seafood paella is really good! Book a table in advance, and if weather permits make sure you get a table on the terrace with views over the sea. Read my post here.

Passeig del Mare Nostrum 19-21, Barcelona (Barceloneta).

Rabbit’s Bar

This tapas bar might not be specifically dedicated to seafood, but I want to include simply because the seafood they use here is excellent, and you can see all the good stuff they have available if you sit by the bar. Make sure to order the razor clams and the oysters! Read my review of Rabbit’s Bar here.

C/ de Ganduxer, 16, Barcelona (Sarrià-Sant Gervasi).

El Quim de la Boqueria

Is a visit to the Boqueria on your agenda? Make sure you grab lunch here, it's a true Barcelona classic and local top chefs come for tasty seafood tapas.

Mercat de la Boqueria, La Rambla 91, Barcelona (Raval).

Botafumeiro

Botafumeiro is a classic fish- and seafood restaurant in Barcelona, and a destination for many visitors. It’s not cheap, but the quality is excellent, and the wine list extensive.

Gran de Gràcia 81, Barcelona (Gràcia).