{"id":22680,"date":"2018-09-14T14:03:20","date_gmt":"2018-09-14T13:03:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/studandglobe.com\/barcelone-restaurants\/"},"modified":"2026-06-15T12:02:11","modified_gmt":"2026-06-15T11:02:11","slug":"restaurantes-barcelona","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/studandglobe.com\/en\/blog\/restaurantes-barcelona\/","title":{"rendered":"Best cheap restaurants in Barcelona: where to eat well during your internship"},"content":{"rendered":"<article style=\"line-height: 1.7; font-size: 16px;\">\n<h1 style=\"margin-bottom: 24px;\"><span style=\"color: #21a0a0;\">Best cheap restaurants in Barcelona: where to eat well during your internship<\/span><\/h1>\n<p>You\u2019re arriving in <strong>Barcelona<\/strong> and asking yourself the classic student expat question: what should I eat, where, and for what price?<\/p>\n<p>Good news: <strong>Barcelona<\/strong> is full of <strong>great restaurant deals<\/strong> under \u20ac15, so you can discover real Catalan cuisine without breaking the bank.<\/p>\n<p>Tapas, pintxos, brunches, bodegas, family-run addresses\u2026 it has it all.<\/p>\n<p>Here are the <strong>8 must-try places to eat in Barcelona<\/strong> during your internship, plus a mini glossary to help you avoid beginner mistakes.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center; margin: 45px 0;\"><a style=\"display: inline-block; background: #ee6146; color: #fff; padding: 14px 24px; border-radius: 50px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: 400;\" href=\"https:\/\/studandglobe.com\/en\/internship-abroad\/spain\/barcelona\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\ud83c\udf0e APPLY FOR YOUR FUTURE INTERNSHIP IN BARCELONA<br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 45px; margin-bottom: 18px;\"><span style=\"color: #ee6146;\">The myth to forget: \u201ceating in Barcelona is expensive\u201d<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This is the number one mistake students make when they arrive in Catalonia.<\/p>\n<p>Yes, very touristy areas like <strong>Las Ramblas<\/strong> or <strong>Barceloneta<\/strong> can quickly get expensive. But as soon as you step away from the usual tourist paths, you can easily find food for under \u20ac10.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.timeout.com\/barcelona\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">As <strong>TimeOut Barcelona<\/strong><\/a> points out, Barcelona remains one of the most affordable major European capitals when it comes to eating out.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 45px; margin-bottom: 18px;\"><span style=\"color: #ee6146;\">A small Catalan \/ Spanish glossary to know<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Before walking into just any place, here are the terms that can really change your experience when you\u2019re looking for a <strong>cheap restaurant in Barcelona<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cerveceria<\/strong>: beer bar, often with tapas.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Taberna \/ Tasca<\/strong>: the equivalent of a French bistro, often with affordable prices.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Marisqueria<\/strong>: seafood restaurant.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mes\u00f3n<\/strong>: inn-style restaurant with a traditional atmosphere.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Casa<\/strong>: homemade cooking, family-style atmosphere.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bodega<\/strong>: wine bar.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chiringuito<\/strong>: beachside hut, perfect for a beer or grilled fish.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Granja<\/strong>: small caf\u00e9\/dairy bar, perfect for an afternoon snack.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Paradores<\/strong>: more upscale restaurants, sometimes surprisingly affordable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Good to know about mealtimes: Spaniards eat late. Lunch is often between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m., and dinner between 9 p.m. and midnight. Many restaurants also close on Sunday evenings and Mondays.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 45px; margin-bottom: 18px;\"><span style=\"color: #ee6146;\">1. Gasterea: the legendary tapas bar in Gr\u00e0cia<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Gasterea<\/strong> is a legendary address in the bohemian neighbourhood of <strong>Gr\u00e0cia<\/strong>. It\u2019s the kind of tapas bar where you arrive for one small plate and end the evening with a table full of dishes.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 28px; margin-bottom: 14px;\">Why go there?<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tapas for \u20ac2<\/strong>, or even less depending on what you choose.<\/li>\n<li>Warm and lively atmosphere, especially in the evening.<\/li>\n<li>Super friendly staff despite the crowds.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It\u2019s exactly the kind of place where you show up for \u201cjust one tapa\u201d and end up at 11 p.m. with 10 empty plates in front of you.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udccd <strong>Carrer de Verdi, 39<\/strong> \ud83d\udc49 Metro L3, Fontana<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 45px; margin-bottom: 18px;\"><span style=\"color: #ee6146;\">2. Can Culleretes: one of the oldest restaurants in Europe<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Imagine this: you\u2019re eating in a restaurant founded in 1786, during the time of Louis XVI.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Can Culleretes<\/strong> is one of the oldest restaurants still operating in Spain. It\u2019s the perfect place to discover <strong>traditional Catalan cuisine<\/strong> in a historic setting.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 28px; margin-bottom: 14px;\">What we love<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Traditional Catalan cuisine: canelones, fricand\u00f3, crema catalana.<\/li>\n<li>Impeccable service and carefully presented dishes.<\/li>\n<li>Very affordable prices for this type of establishment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Just a few steps from Las Ramblas, it\u2019s the perfect combination of history and culinary pleasure.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udccd <strong>Carrer d\u2019en Quintana, 5<\/strong> \ud83d\udc49 Metro L3, Liceu<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 45px; margin-bottom: 18px;\"><span style=\"color: #ee6146;\">3. Carrer de Blai: the street of \u20ac1 pintxos<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This is THE street to know if you want to eat well and cheaply in Barcelona.<\/p>\n<p>In <strong>Poble Sec<\/strong>, <strong>Carrer de Blai<\/strong> is lined with dozens of pintxo bars, serving these Basque-style tapas on slices of bread.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 28px; margin-bottom: 14px;\">How does it work?<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>You order a drink: cerveza, vermut or wine.<\/li>\n<li>You serve yourself directly from the counters.<\/li>\n<li>You keep the sticks: the waiter counts them at the end.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Expect to pay between \u20ac1 and \u20ac2 per pintxo. For \u20ac10, you can eat and drink like royalty.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udccd <strong>Carrer de Blai<\/strong> \ud83d\udc49 Metro L3, Poble Sec<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-22678\" src=\"https:\/\/studandglobe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/paul-O1R2Vdpo7hs-unsplash-scaled.webp\" alt=\"Barcelone\" width=\"1116\" height=\"744\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studandglobe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/paul-O1R2Vdpo7hs-unsplash-scaled.webp 2560w, https:\/\/studandglobe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/paul-O1R2Vdpo7hs-unsplash-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/studandglobe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/paul-O1R2Vdpo7hs-unsplash-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/studandglobe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/paul-O1R2Vdpo7hs-unsplash-2048x1365.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1116px) 100vw, 1116px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 45px; margin-bottom: 18px;\"><span style=\"color: #ee6146;\">4. En Diagonal Bar: the patatas bravas you need<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>At first glance, this bar may not look like much. But <strong>En Diagonal Bar<\/strong> hides one of the best tapas deals in Barcelona.<\/p>\n<p>Its <strong>patatas bravas<\/strong> are considered among the best in the city: homemade sauce, perfect fries and low prices.<\/p>\n<p>Bonus: the waiters make an effort to speak French and always welcome guests with a smile.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udccd <strong>Avinguda Diagonal, 310<\/strong> \ud83d\udc49 Metro L2, Monumental<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 45px; margin-bottom: 18px;\"><span style=\"color: #ee6146;\">5. Mostassa: for a bright and fresh brunch<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Do you want a <strong>brunch in Barcelona<\/strong> without the crowds, in a bright and fresh setting? <strong>Mostassa<\/strong> is an excellent option.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 28px; margin-bottom: 14px;\">Why you\u2019ll love it<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Fresh and local products.<\/li>\n<li>Homemade pastries.<\/li>\n<li>Light salads and dishes, with a much-loved salmon and spinach option.<\/li>\n<li>Around \u20ac15 per person for starter + main course + drink.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It\u2019s the perfect address for a relaxed Sunday.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udccd <strong>Carrer de Mallorca, 194<\/strong> \ud83d\udc49 Metro L5, Hospital Cl\u00ednic<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 45px; margin-bottom: 18px;\"><span style=\"color: #ee6146;\">6. Menssana: eat well for under \u20ac10<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Are you looking for a veggie, gluten-free or simply healthy option without spending too much? <strong>Menssana<\/strong> offers European and Spanish cuisine that can be adapted to different diets.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 28px; margin-bottom: 14px;\">The highlights<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Dishes under \u20ac10.<\/li>\n<li>Fast service.<\/li>\n<li>Calm atmosphere and carefully designed d\u00e9cor.<\/li>\n<li>Convenient location near Arc de Triomf and Parc de la Ciutadella.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Perfect for lunch before a walk through the city centre or towards the beach.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udccd <strong>Carrer de Sardenya, 48<\/strong> \ud83d\udc49 Metro L4, Ciutadella &#8211; Vila Ol\u00edmpica<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 45px; margin-bottom: 18px;\"><span style=\"color: #ee6146;\">7. Bitacora Tapas: for big appetites in Poble Nou<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Bitacora Tapas<\/strong> is a generous tapas bar located in the trendy neighbourhood of <strong>Poble Nou<\/strong>. It\u2019s a great address if you want to eat a lot, eat well and stay within budget.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 28px; margin-bottom: 14px;\">What makes it stand out<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>XXL plates for \u20ac11 to \u20ac12.<\/li>\n<li>Very pleasant terrace in summer.<\/li>\n<li>Homemade desserts worth trying.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>And right after, head to <strong>Platja del Bogatell<\/strong> for a nap. The perfect combo.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udccd <strong>Pla\u00e7a de la Uni\u00f3, 24<\/strong> \ud83d\udc49 Metro L4, Poblenou<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 45px; margin-bottom: 18px;\"><span style=\"color: #ee6146;\">8. La Comida de Olla: a new menu every day<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The advantage of this small family-run address between the <strong>Sagrada Fam\u00edlia<\/strong> and <strong>Park G\u00fcell<\/strong>? The menu changes every day.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 28px; margin-bottom: 14px;\">Why try this place?<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>100% homemade and fresh cuisine.<\/li>\n<li>Starter + main course + dessert + drink for \u20ac12 to \u20ac13.<\/li>\n<li>Vegetarian options.<\/li>\n<li>Extremely attentive staff when it comes to allergies and intolerances.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A convenient place to recharge after a morning at the Sagrada Fam\u00edlia.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udccd <strong>Carrer de Praga, 1<\/strong> \ud83d\udc49 Metro L4, Alfons X<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 45px; margin-bottom: 18px;\"><span style=\"color: #ee6146;\">Practical tips to eat like a local in Barcelona<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Try the men\u00fa del d\u00eda:<\/strong> at lunchtime on weekdays, many restaurants offer a full menu with starter, main course, dessert, drink and coffee for between \u20ac10 and \u20ac15. It\u2019s the best deal in the city.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Avoid terraces on Las Ramblas:<\/strong> you often pay for the location, not the quality.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Try vermut:<\/strong> it\u2019s the local aperitif par excellence.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Explore less touristy neighbourhoods:<\/strong> Gr\u00e0cia, Poble Sec, Sant Antoni and Poble Nou are full of great places.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lonelyplanet.com\/destinations\/spain\/barcelona\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">As <strong>Lonely Planet<\/strong><\/a> points out, Barcelona is one of the most innovative cities in the world when it comes to gastronomy.<\/p>\n<p>One last tip: <strong>Barcelona is still a very touristy city<\/strong>. Always keep an eye on your phone and wallet, especially in crowded areas.<\/p>\n<article style=\"line-height: 1.7; font-size: 16px;\">\n<div style=\"text-align: center; margin: 45px 0;\"><a style=\"display: inline-block; background: #ee6146; color: #fff; padding: 14px 24px; border-radius: 50px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: 400;\" href=\"https:\/\/studandglobe.com\/en\/internship-abroad\/spain\/barcelona\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\ud83c\udf0e DISCOVER OUR INTERNSHIP OFFERS IN BARCELONA<\/a><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 45px; margin-bottom: 18px;\"><span style=\"color: #ee6146;\">Why choose Stud&amp;Globe to support you during your internship in Barcelona?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Because eating well in <strong>Barcelona<\/strong> is also what makes your internship unforgettable.<\/p>\n<p>In concrete terms, <strong>Stud&amp;Globe<\/strong> helps you:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Find an <strong>internship suited to your profile<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Get advice on accommodation and neighbourhoods.<\/li>\n<li>Discover real local tips: restaurants, outings, beaches and festivals.<\/li>\n<li>Get support before, during and after your departure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You leave with peace of mind. You enjoy the experience. You come back with 10 new favourite dishes.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Best cheap restaurants in Barcelona: where to eat well during your internship You\u2019re arriving in Barcelona and asking yourself the classic student expat question: what should I eat, where, and for what price? Good news: Barcelona is full of great restaurant deals under \u20ac15, so you can discover real Catalan cuisine without breaking the bank. 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