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Ciutat Vella (Old Town) · Barcelona

Bar Central

★★★★ 3.9 · 0 reseñas

At Bar Central, we're delighted to share our passion for delicious tapas, mouthwatering paella, and grilled meats with you in the heart of Barcelona's vibrant La Rambla. We've crafted a menu that showcases our love for authentic Spanish cuisine, with every dish carefully prepared...

Bar Central

Bar grill · Barcelona

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About Bar Central

At Bar Central, we're delighted to share our passion for delicious tapas, mouthwatering paella, and grilled meats with you in the heart of Barcelona's vibrant La Rambla. We've crafted a menu that showcases our love for authentic Spanish cuisine, with every dish carefully prepared to bring out the be...

At Bar Central, we're delighted to share our passion for delicious tapas, mouthwatering paella, and grilled meats with you in the heart of Barcelona's vibrant La Rambla. We've crafted a menu that showcases our love for authentic Spanish cuisine, with every dish carefully prepared to bring out the best flavors. From succulent seafood to juicy meats, every bite is designed to delight your senses. Our long bar offers an energetic and lively atmosphere, perfect for socializing and savoring good food with friends. Come taste the warmth of our tapas and paella, where every moment feels like a celebration.

What Customers Say About Bar Central

Bar Central es popular por su marisco fresco a la parrilla, especialmente las sardinas y las navajas. Los clientes elogian la rapidez del servicio y la amabilidad del personal, mencionando a Rafa, Angie, Carme y Katy. Algunos se quejan de precios altos y raciones pequeñas.

Popular Dishes

Paella sardinas (4) navajas ostras anchoas pulpo a la parrilla vieiras

Tip: Llega antes de las 12 PM para evitar colas, o pregunta por el plato mixto de mariscos.

Features

🌳 Outdoor Accessible 🌅 Breakfast 🍽️ Lunch 🌙 Dinner Coffee
🎯 Casual Trendy 👨‍👩‍👧 Family

What to see nearby

Escola Massana
A 64m

Escola Massana

edificio

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Palacio de la Virreina
Heritage
A 75m

Palacio de la Virreina

palacio

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Antiga Botiga de la Casa Figueras
A 98m

Antiga Botiga de la Casa Figueras

construcción

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Casa Doctor Genové
Heritage
A 132m

Casa Doctor Genové

edificio

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Fornícula amb la Mare de Déu del Roser
A 142m

Fornícula amb la Mare de Déu del Roser

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iglesia de San Agustín
Heritage
A 146m

iglesia de San Agustín

iglesia

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Explore the area around Bar Central

Bar Central is located in Barcelona, surrounded by cultural and historical points of interest. Here are some of the most notable places nearby.

Historical Heritage

  • Palacio de la Virreina (A 75m) — bien de interés cultural bien de interés cultural
  • Casa Doctor Genové (A 132m) — building in Barcelona Province, Spain Bien Cultural de Interés Local
  • iglesia de San Agustín (A 146m) — church building in Barcelona, Spain Bien Cultural de Interés Local
  • Edificio del Colegio de Cirugía (A 152m) — edificio en Barcelona bien de interés cultural
  • iglesia de Belén (Barcelona) (A 152m) — bien de interés cultural bien de interés cultural

Other Points of Interest

  • Escola Massana (A 64m) — School building in Barcelona (Catalonia)
  • Antiga Botiga de la Casa Figueras (A 98m) — building in Barcelona (Catalonia)
  • Fornícula amb la Mare de Déu del Roser (A 142m) — Public art in Barcelona (Catalonia)
  • Biblioteca Escola Massana (A 156m) — biblioteca en España
  • Biblioteca del Patrimonio Cultural (A 170m) — biblioteca en España

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Frequently asked questions about Bar Central

Bar Central is located at La Rambla, 91, Ciutat Vella, 08002 Barcelona, Spain, Barcelona.
Near Bar Central you can find points of interest such as Escola Massana, Palacio de la Virreina, Antiga Botiga de la Casa Figueras, Casa Doctor Genové.
Bar Central offers bar_grill cuisine.
Bar Central has regular opening hours. Check their profile for updated schedules.
Bar Central offers the following services: dine-in, takeaway.
The most recommended dishes at Bar Central based on customer reviews are: Paella, sardinas, navajas, ostras, anchoas.
Bar Central es popular por su marisco fresco a la parrilla, especialmente las sardinas y las navajas. Los clientes elogian la rapidez del servicio y la amabilidad del personal, mencionando a Rafa, Angie, Carme y Katy. Algunos se quejan de precios altos y raciones pequeñas.
Llega antes de las 12 PM para evitar colas, o pregunta por el plato mixto de mariscos.
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Bar Central Barcelona Reviews

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Sergi Casas

Bar central, uno de los míticos del lugar, personalmente es de los que más me gustan. Si tienes la oportunidad de sentarte en barra está muy bien, tienen una zona B, al otro lado de la parada, más tipo mesa, pero donde aún mantienen la filosofía de estar en el medio del mercado y puedes seguir disfrutando de su ajetreo y el paso de la gente. En cambio, si te recolocan en la zona "C" un comedor al extremo del mercado, pierdes ya totalmente el ambiente pero ganas tranquilidad y espacio físico. Las albóndigas con sepia, me encantan; la tabla de quesos, para compartir entre 2, sino se queda corta; los chipirones, genial, crujientes y sabrosos; el pan con tomate, justito; Estos días de tanto calor cuidado con las temperaturas de la bebida aunque el personal amablemente os ofrecerá hielo extra si los refrescos están a temperatura ambiente. Perfecto para hacer una pausa en un largo paseo.

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Loúlu Lulu

Rafael, excelente servicio, los chef cocinan exquisitos. Leby muy amable. La comida exquisita. Buen precio y ye conscienten.

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Luis Paucar Explorer

Un lugar fantástico para degustar unas deliciosas tapas, vino y cava de calidad además el servicio excelente muy recomendable visitarlo. He disfrutado mucho también esta en un lugar super alegre muy recomendable para todo publico. Muy rico todo!!! Te lo pasaras bien y volvemos pronto!!!🌟👌🏼💖

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Laia Salas

Me encanta el ambiente de los mercados, es muy entretenido ver el ajetreo de los camareros sentado en la barra. Pedí parrillada de verduras y calamar a la plancha + botella de agua = 30€. Todo absolutamente buenísimo. Servicio muy rápido y muy amable🩷

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La Niña Yenei Preescolar

Excelente servicio y la comida riquísima. José nos ayudó a pedir las mejores tapas.

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Ignasi De Gispert

Buena calidad de productos. El precio es de esperar en un mercado tan famoso y con muchos turistas, pero vale la pena la experiencia.

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Denisse Z. Sardi

Excelente, productos muy frescos. Ambiente muy agradable, en pleno mercado. Los precios están bien. Volveré muy pronto por más navajas.

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Giulia Pellegrini

Hemos comido súper rico, pescado súper fresco. Alejandro nos ha atendido y ha sido muy amable y impecable en el servicio. Recomiendo

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YOLANDA MARIA PLUMA MAÑUECO

Marco y Rafael espectaculares!!! La comida no está nada mal y de precio un pelín alto, pero asequible.. Se estaba muy bien y el ambiente muy muy agradable... Recomendable!

Mr Foodie
Mr Foodie

This place was recommended by a local so I had to try it. Very reasonably priced meals for a place in the middle of a tourist district. Food was fresh. Wait staff can speak English. 也有会讲中文的服务员。Come before 12 PM to avoid queues.

Mster Hunter
Mster Hunter

Marcos and Rafael were excellent service staff. I had a hidden dish called seafood mixed plate. Fish, mussels, clams, razor clams, scallops and shrimp. It was outstanding. Client loved it. Outstanding

Rosa Alarcon
Rosa Alarcon

Katy was an amazing server she recommended awesome dishes and helped us navigate the menu. Great start to our Barcelona stay!

Rocio Montes
Rocio Montes

Found a spot right away, and was serviced with a big smile by Cathy! She was friendly and helped us select a great platter to sample all the delicious food. Highly recommend and definitely a must try.

Darius Radkevicius
Darius Radkevicius

We picked the central bar, and honestly — I’ve never had sardines this good in my life. Crispy, juicy, and so fresh they probably swam here themselves this morning. On a quick pit stop, we also tried the super-sized, super-tasty oysters. You simply point at a mountain of them, and the guy opens them right in front of your eyes, adds lemon and spices, and voilà — straight into your mouth, sea breeze and all. Worth the crowd, the noise, and the smell of a thousand fish — enlightenment tastes like grilled sardines and salty oysters.

Adrian van Boven
Adrian van Boven

Had the chorizo, grilled sardines and grilled octopus with cold San Miguel beer. Excellent food - fast and fresh. A great experience.

Aline Bonelli
Aline Bonelli

Rafa and Angie were the best. Food was amazing and service was great. Definitely coming back. Paella was heaven.

Alan Quach
Alan Quach

Visiting from NY, landed in Barcelona. This is the first meal I had here. It was great, reliable fast service and well priced for the quality

moHammaD aLi
moHammaD aLi

Great atmosphere inside La Boqueria, with fresh seafood and delicious tapas. Prices are fair for the quality. Special thanks to our waitress Carme for her excellent service—she really made the experience memorable!

Alessandra Siragusa
Alessandra Siragusa

La Boqueria: an unmissable sensory experience La Boqueria confirms itself as a must-visit destination for anyone visiting Barcelona. This historic market immediately captivates with the richness of its stalls, the intensity of aromas mixing in the air, and the excellent quality of products on offer. While not among the city's most economical options, it represents an investment worth every euro spent for the unique experience it provides. Every stand deserves attention, but the central bar stands out for that something extra that makes it magnetic. Perhaps it's the strategic location in the heart of the market, or maybe the charming back room with its intimate tables—whatever it is, it exerts an irresistible charm. After years of regular visits, it remains a fixed stop on my Barcelona itineraries. Among the tapas I never fail to order, I highly recommend the chipirones and patatas bravas, the latter served with a sauce that reaches truly remarkable levels of excellence. Recommendation: Essential for those seeking authenticity and quality in the heart of Barcelona. An institution that maintains its high standards over time.

Giovanny Hernandez
Giovanny Hernandez

Great service and the food was so good we order Paella and shrimps with garlic and butter 😋🤤 the sangria was the best one I've had in Barcelona so far

北極光
北極光

They closed at 0800 pm but I arrived at 07:45, We are tbe last customer and served out in quickly. All the seafood are fresh, delicious. Especially the scallops.

Michal Svejkovský
Michal Svejkovský

Excellent seafood. Once seated, we were served quickly and our food was also served soon. The waiter Chose was great! We were very satisfied here. The best thing is the atmosphere of the local market.

JY Mai
JY Mai

Came here again after 5 years and it is still worth the wait. The freshly deep fried anchovies are a must as it is only about an extra €2 compared to those sitting too long in the cone. I enjoyed the grilled sardines as well since they are not easily available in my country. Servers are always cheerful though they can be too busy to attend to you immediately.

Sharon Kwek
Sharon Kwek

Came by for lunch n the food was incredible!! It’s hard to get a seat so do make sure you queue at the right place and get a menu from the start so that the waiter knows you are in the queue. We ordered the following dishes (all grilled) 1. Razor clams - extremely sweet cos it’s really fresh. Best we ever had 2. Squid w chips 3. Prawns 4. Mixed veggies 5. Octopus - this tasted off n we told the waiter who then cancelled the item

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StephansenRejser

Cozy place, really good coffee and shade Food is delicious and tasty! I went twice in a week and will definitely go again - next time I’m in BCN.

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StephansenRejser

Cozy place, really good coffee and shade food is delicious and tasty! I went twice in a week and will definitely go again - next time I’m in BCN.

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StephansenRejser

Cozy place, really good coffee and shade Food is delicious and tasty! I went twice in a week and will definitely go again - next time I’m in BCN.

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Luciana Colombo

Es carísimo pero bueno, es lo esperable de un lugar tan turístico. Le bajo una estrella por el precio. La sangría estaba fuerte y riquísima (7,5 €). El pulpito a la gallega muy rico también. Estaba explotado de gente.

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Regina Felix

Delicioso !!!!! Las croquetas son todo un éxito. Su comida es clave si buscas comida española típica y buena, lo malo es que esta muy caro al estar dentro del mercado más turístico

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Mine Kayali

Un lugar muy bonito. Sí que es turístico pero vale la pena el ambiente. El pulpo gallego y los pimientos padrón eran riquísimos. La camarera que nos atendió fue muy amable 🤍

Jacky Will
Jacky Will

We stopped here solely to try fried anchovies made to order. They were okay, but they lacked that umami flavor you get with anchovies so I would not get these again.

Sofia Scrans
Sofia Scrans

Manchego board and scallops. Delicious. This manchego was such good quality. You can’t go wrong with a board full of quality cheese. The scallops were cooked perfectly. Covered in garlic and lemon and with a smokey taste. It’s also great to see your food cooked right in front of you. The staff were friendly here, and gave some good suggestions. I had a lovely time here.

The Mechanick
The Mechanick

Just so people understand, this is what 41.50€ worth of food (& 2 beers) is there. Pretty decent we are very happy from the service, Maria was very helpful and she did know how to speak and sing in English. 😊 seafood seemed pretty fresh the cooking seemed very professional, nice beers, the only reason why I would not do 5-star is because I’ve had exactly same dishes in Tenerife for better price and quantity. But still good for this place considering you’re in one of most popular places of Spain

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TinaS4301

Very cozy place, like a hidden gem in the middle of Barcelona. Visited the café twice during my one week stay in BCN. Something special. Good coffee and ambiance,

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TinaS4301

Very cozy place, like a hidden gem in the middle of Barcelona. Visited the café twice during my one week stay in BCN. Something special. Good coffee and ambiance,

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Alejandro Ruíz

Muy buen lugar para picar y tomar una buena birra, desafortunadamente nos tocó un horario complicado y el servicio demoró bastante, pueden olvidar un poco a algunos comensales. Las bravas son buenísimas y las tapas de jamón. Recomendado si tienes ganas de probar un pedacito del mercado, quedarás satisfecho.

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G. Bilan

Dentro del mercado la Boqueria se encuentra este restaurante con larga trayectoria. Los camareros increíbles y en especial Jose el chaval con don de servicio 10/10 👍🏻. La carta muy extensa, manejan tapas, paella, carnes y mariscos a la parrilla. No es fácil conseguir una mesa o sentarte en barra porque siempre están a reventar, bueno en general cualquier puesto dentro del mercado. Nuestro pedido: * Albóndigas con sepias: 11,50€ la salsa de tomate especular con mucho sabor, la sepia no pintaba nada en el plato porque no fue cocinada con la salsa 8/10. * Patata fritas: 3,00€ refritas nada agradable 5/10. * Pimientos de padrón 7,50€ muy buenos 9/10. * Gambas al ajillo 17,50€ parecían o eran de de bolsa 6/10 * Dorada 17,50€ sin duda lo mejor y la recomendación del camarero, súper fresco y correcto de sabor 10/10👍🏻. * Ensalada rusa 5,90€ muy normalita 7/10.

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Pablo Jimena De Armas

Visitamos el Bar Central en el Mercat de la Boqueria con curiosidad, y la experiencia fue algo irregular. Las papas bravas y el pulpo estaban realmente buenos, bien preparados y con buen sabor. Sin embargo, los fritos no estuvieron a la altura: pesados, con exceso de aceite y poco sabor. La camarera que nos atendió fue muy amable y atenta, lo cual se agradece en un sitio tan concurrido. Eso sí, el espacio es bastante reducido, con mesas muy juntas, lo que hace que comer allí resulte incómodo si se busca algo de tranquilidad. Una opción aceptable para probar algo rápido, aunque con margen de mejora.

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Stefano 759

Tapas por turistas todo muy mal esecutado croquetas totalmente fría por dentro boquerones que parecía ervido en aceite y no frito, las bravas muy decepcionantes, el camarero muy amable y simpático

lucia takacova
lucia takacova

Nothing special. The taste is very avarage. Don ´t recommend. There are many better possibilitas around to get a great food.

Nemo
Nemo

We ordered a fish plate and a meat plate, with beers. The food arrived before the beer, because they forgot about the beer. Food was good and fresh. Upon payment they will push hard for a tip and also, there's a cheaper meat plate, and the most expensive is 20€. We ordered the cheaper one, ate it thinking it was the food we ordered, upon checking the receipt, they had given us the expensive one. We asked for it being explained and noted that they had given us the wrong order. Also realizing that the 20€ meat platter was not worth 20€. Either they did this on purpose or maybe it was an honest mistake. But I'd be careful, cuz the whole place is a tourist trap with very hefty prices.

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Ana Rr

Llegamos aquí con intención de comer pero finalmente nos tomamos la copa de vino y unas patatas para compartir. Ni nos gustó el ambiente, ni el señor que nos atendía, y menos las patatas recalentadas y con sabor a aceite a precio alto. Nos sentaron en la barra de cara al pasillo de turistas, donde te tosen de bien cerca y es incómodo. Nos fuimos y comimos en otro sitio.

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Calum232

Food is overpriced (super small portions!!) staff is unpleasant. I definitely regret going there. Don't recommend.

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Calum232

food is overpriced (super small portions!!) staff is unpleasant. I definitely regret going there. Don't recommend.

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Calum232

Food is overpriced (super small portions!!) staff is unpleasant. I definitely regret going there. Don't recommend.

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Calum232

Food is overpriced (super small portions!!) staff is unpleasant. I definitely regret going there. Don't recommend.

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Timotej F

These guys think they can sell a whole potato as “patatas bravas” for like 10 Eur. What a joke. The location is nice but the food is as bland as the staff’s attitude. Not to mention overpriced.

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Timotej F

These guys think they can sell a whole potato as “patatas bravas” for like 10 Eur. What a joke. The location is nice but the food is as bland as the staff’s attitude. Not to mention overpriced.

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Timotej F

These guys think they can sell a whole potato as “patatas bravas” for like 10 Eur. What a joke. The location is nice but the food is as bland as the staff’s attitude. Not to mention overpriced.

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Felipe Ocaranza Chavez

Creo que me dejé mal guiar por los comentarios de este lugar, la comida es pésima, no coman nada frito por que se enfermaran el aceite creo que nunca lo han cambiado!! Todo podría eventualmente pasar es parte de la experiencia, pero la atención de un Garzón llamado Jose es lo peor que tiene este lugar, el hombre no deja de coquetear con algunas mujeres mientras mal atiende al resto, se jacta en español con los compañeros de con cual chica quedarse, de pésimo gusto la situación vivida, esta situación fue lo peor que vivimos en este lugar, platos y porciones muy pequeñas aceites para freír en pésimo estado… pero todo hubiera sido solo un mal sabor de boca menos la atención de este tipo el cual deja mucho que desear. Es un verdadero atentado y peligro para las mujeres que entran al lugar.

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expe expe

Pedimos una paella y nos dijeron que teníamos que esperar una hora Pedimos para picar y las bravas buenas,las croquetas normales y con los chipirones fritos, nos estrellamos, muy aceitosos, el rebozado pésimo y sabían aceite muy usado Intentamos comerlos con muuucho zumo de limón, pero se lo comenté a la camarera y le pedimos que se los llevara

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Anmo

Lo peor de lo peor. Un engaña turistas. La comida carisima y muy mala. Las albóndigas secas y con sabor a quemado: plato de 3 albóndigas 12 euros. Echen cuentas. Eviten el mercado de la Boqueria en general y este sitio en particular

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🕐 Hours Today
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💬 Reviews
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Escola Massana

School building in Barcelona (Catalonia)

A 64m
Palacio de la Virreina Heritage

bien de interés cultural

A 75m
Antiga Botiga de la Casa Figueras

building in Barcelona (Catalonia)

A 98m
Casa Doctor Genové Heritage

building in Barcelona Province, Spain

A 132m
Fornícula amb la Mare de Déu del Roser

Public art in Barcelona (Catalonia)

A 142m
iglesia de San Agustín Heritage

church building in Barcelona, Spain

A 146m
Edificio del Colegio de Cirugía Heritage

edificio en Barcelona

A 152m
iglesia de Belén (Barcelona) Heritage

bien de interés cultural

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