Above: A Vermut with Razor Clams at Raspall

Most bars in Barcelona do not offer a free tapas in the style of Andalusia or Madrid. However, there are a select few that treat customers to a delicious tapa with their drink. In this list we’ll explore the best that I have found.

Raspall

Raspall is situated on the pretty Plaça del Raspall, where you’ll get an authentic taste of the Gràcia neighborhood. On a Sunday you’ll likely see kids playing and families and friends gathering for a vermut in the square, which displays visible symbols of leftist and independentist sentiment. Above the bar, copper pipes link blown glass bulbs, illuminating the excellent tapas on offer. Raspall goes beyond classics such as Musclos al Vapor and Amanida Russa to also offer exotic choices such as Broqueta Tandori and Arepa de Xile amb Frijoles.

Address: Carrer Samsó, 8, 08012 Barcelona | View Map

Neighborhood: Gràcia

Hours: Monday to Thursday 6:30PM to 2AM, Friday 12PM to 4PM and 6:30PM to 2:30AM, Saturday 12PM to 3AM, Sunday 12PM to 4PM

Phone: 636 05 30 77

La Xula Taperia

La Xula Taperia is situated on a lively corridor in Gràcia connecting the Mercat de l’Abaceria and Plaça de la Revolució. The bar is a popular neighborhood gathering place, where the locals come together and relax after work. Come between 8-9PM on a Friday and you’ll see the bar in full swing. Get delicious free tapa with your drink between 5-9PM in true Madrid style.

Address: Carrer de la Mare de Déu dels Desemparats, 18, 08012 Barcelona | View Map

Neighborhood: Gràcia

Hours: Monday 5PM–12AM, Tuesday to Friday 1PM to 12AM, Saturday 12PM to 2AM, Sunday 12PM to 6PM

Phone: 931 65 01 01

Gata Mala

Gata Mala is tucked away off the beaten track in the upper reaches of Gràcia. The owner Pilar is famous for her warm and welcoming style. The interior is small and the restaurant popular, so if you want to stay for dinner it’s a good idea to make a reservation.

Address: Carrer de Rabassa, 37, 08024 Barcelona | View Map

Neighborhood: Gràcia

Hours: Tuesday to Saturday 6:30PM to 12AM, Closed on Sunday and Monday

Phone: 636 39 36 10

Cal Chusco

No frills Cal Chusco offers a free tapa with your drink (draught beer is €2). Just a couple of blocks from the sea, it makes an easy port of call on your way home from the beach. This bar is popular among locals and their speciality is Patatas Bravas.

Address: Carrer de l’Almirall Aixada, 5, 08003 Barcelona | View Map

Neighborhood: Barceloneta

Hours: Friday to Wednesday 8:30AM–10:30PM, Closed on Thursdays

Phone: 637 01 00 10

Cecconi’s

Cecconi’s is a luxurious Italian restaurant situated on the ground floor of the Soho House Barcelona building. Lunch and dinner are served seven days a week by white tuxedo clad waiters. An Aperitivo Italiano takes place from Monday to Friday from 6pm to 8pm and a brunch buffet on Sundays from 12pm to 5pm. When you order a drink during the Aperitivo hours you’ll be presented with a sumptuous free cichetti (Italian-style tapa) such as fried olives with mortadella and provolone or baked gnocchi romana with gorgonzola.

Address: Passeig de Colom, 20, 08002 Barcelona | View Map

Neighborhood: Gothic Quarter

Hours: Sunday to Wednesday 7AM to 1AM, Thursday 7AM to 2AM, Friday and Saturday 7AM to 3AM

Phone: 932 20 46 40

Daniel Café

Owner Daniel Brin from Perpignan has created a restaurant where you can enjoy good French cuisine at an affordable price. Being set close to numerous offices, the 22@Barcelona tech hub and MediaTic Barcelona ensures a lively after work crowd.

Address: Avinguda Diagonal, 177, 08018 Barcelona | View Map

Neighborhood: El Poblenou

Hours: Monday to Friday 8AM to 8PM, Saturday and Sunday closed

Phone: 935 57 98 98

Pappa e Citti

Pappa e Citti offers authentic Sardinian cuisine, with traditional dishes and tapas. An ideal setting for a romantic evening.

Address: Carrer de l’Encarnació, 38, 08024 Barcelona | View Map

Neighborhood: Gràcia

Hours: Tuesday to Friday 8PM to 12:30AM, Saturday 2PM to 5PM and 8:30PM to 12:30PM, Sunday 2PM to 5PM, Monday closed

Phone: 687 65 71 11