Typical Catalan restaurants in Barcelona

Hi there,

I’m looking for typical Catalan restaurants in Barcelona! Any suggestions for areas or little hidden spots? I know to avoid places like La Rambla, the beachfront restaurants in Barceloneta, and anywhere where they greet you with a menu asking if you want to eat, but are there any specific restaurants to avoid? Any bad experiences or unpleasant surprises?

Hi there! If you're looking for something authentic, I’d recommend Restaurante Bodega Joan. No fuss here—just a genuine atmosphere surrounded by locals. We tried their paella, which was definitely the highlight (at the table) of our trip. A little tip: I found this place on the top restaurants list from bonjourbarcelone, and I’d suggest checking it out: https://bonjourbarcelone.fr/fr/restaurant-barcelone/ (you might find a nice surprise there 😉 )