Hey, Bunny, have you just landed in Barcelona looking forward to wander around, discover the unexpected and turn your back on the typical?
So, welcome to the wild side.
Forget about those Paella and sangria menus on Las Ramblas, because that is a red flag bigger than carrying socks with sandals.
What you need is a dose of authentic Barcelona, and what better than to start with the sandwiches?
Ah, the sandwiches.
Basically, they are the Spanish version of a sandwich, but with more attitude. Think about freshly baked bread embracing ingredients that could star in your own gourmet movie.
Here I bring you the top 5 bars where Every bite is worth more than renting an electric scooter to walk around the Barceloneta (and that's what the scooter has its thing, but you know what I mean).
Fasten your napkin, because we're going on a route. 🥖🔥
1. Bar Torpedo: Sandwiches with attitude
This place is pure rock and roll.
Torpedo Bar It is not just any bar; here the sandwiches are an explosion of personality.
Each one is a explosion of flavors, and the ingredients are chosen as if they were stars of a casting.
He bread, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, it's just the beginning of an experience that will make everything you thought about sandwiches change stay in the past.
The undisputed star It's yours pastrami tongue sandwich: Marinated beef tongue, herb mustard and melted cheese.
But that's not the only thing that will keep you coming back.
They also serve here one of the best patty melts you will ever try, which will make you say “Wow” in more languages than you know.
And the place? Small, without posturing, but with a underground roll that will make you feel like You would have discovered a secret that not even the locals know.. 🎸🔥
2. Entrepanes Díaz: Elegance between two loaves
Diaz sandwiches It's like that person who looks flawless in every Instagram photo, but without being annoying.
Here you breathe style. You sit on a bar with mirrors, tiles and an air of traditional bars, but with a sophisticated touch.
It's like mixing the classic with a perfect vintage filter.
He roast beef sandwich it's a classic among classics. Juicy, with Homemade Tartar Sauce and a Bread that looks like it was made by the baking gods.
But don't just stick to that one; anything you order here will be like a small work of art.
This is the place where you bring someone if You want to impress without looking like you're trying too hard.. 😉✨
3. Bar del Pla: Sandwiches with a cheeky twist
For a more modern touch, Bar del Pla is your stop.
Located in the Born, this bar combines tradition with creativity.
Their sandwiches are made with top quality local ingredients, but with a unexpected turn that makes them unique.
He sausage sandwich with caramelized onion and aioli is the king here. It is simple, but with a explosion of flavor that will make you want another one instantly.
In addition, the atmosphere is cozy, perfect for a stop before continuing to explore the city.
4. Bar Sanz: A humble classic in Barcelona
If you want to soak up history and simplicity, Bar Sanz is the perfect place.
Founded in 1973 for the Sanz family, this bar is a real emblem of the city, and its Charm lies in the humble.
You will not meet with No flashy or pretentious decorations, but yes with a cozy atmosphere that has stood the test of time.
He most famous sandwich Here it is not the classic squid (although that is also a champion), but the “Computer scientist”.
This sandwich was born thanks to the telecommunications students, who were bored of the usual sandwiches and decided to create a masterpiece of pure energy: carry assorted sausages, crispy bacon, cooked ham and melted cheese, as if they were programming a code for the happiness.
It's a feast on bread, with more energy than a double coffee and much more tasty.
The best of all is the Family and close treatment that makes you feel at home.
It is the ideal place for disconnect and enjoy a sandwich with history, and what's even better, without losing the essence of the most authentic Barcelona.
5. Conesa: Sandwiches with history
Conesa is the cool grandfather of this list.
They opened their doors more than 60 years and they are still going strong.
Located in the heart of the Gothic, this is the kind of site that doesn't need any frills or hype, because the flavor speaks for itself.
Here everything revolves around the perfect toast and the fresh ingredients.
If there is a sandwich that encapsulates the essence of Barcelona, it is the one ham and tomato. And in Can Conesa, they do it like no one else.
In this bar the sandwiches are pure tradition, with a crispbread, sun ripened tomato and ham which could earn a standing ovation at any Catalan table.
Bonus track: What you should not do
Look, Bunny, I'm not going to judge you (too much), but here are a couple of Us so that your route is impeccable:
- Don't settle for the touristy: There is more life outside the ground zero of tourism. Dare to explore neighborhoods like Funny either Poble-sec.
- Don't forget the drinks: In these places, accompany your sandwich with a beer or a good one local vermouth… If not, you’re missing half the experience.
So there you have it, the definitive sandwich route in Barcelona that a tour guide will never teach you.
There are no maps or clichés here, just Food that tells stories and places with soul.
Now it's up to you, Bunny: jump off the beaten track and get fully into this gastronomic adventure.
Oh and when you're done, take a stroll around Passeig de Gràcia to get the food down and stop by the burrow to say hello! 🐰