A piece of bread broken in half and filled with everything we have in our pantry. This is what our mothers did; And that’s how we liked our lunches at school. And it is that this traditional format, so rooted in a society where we would not know how to live without bread, has not been lost and thank God we can still ask for a good sandwich.
In Barcelona it is still worshiping that snack that we so loved about kids; to that lunch that raised passions at recess and that cost us so much to share to the point of taking a bite to us on the finger trying to prevent it, those competitions that Mommy worked on the most. We were very chocolate sandwich, but well these five bocadillerías are not far behind.
If the Apocalypse arrives, let it arrive; but do not take our bread!
I am going to tell you something that you do not already know. This charming local Poble Sec, the result of a passionate and encouraging mother’s love, has become the favorite of many. Rubén and his mother, the cook and commander of this hopeful project, offer traditional dishes with a modern and innovative touch characteristic of the “child of the house”.
A bar specializing in dishes and sandwiches whose main ingredient is pork, as the name suggests. And, in a short time, has become an unconditional local gastronomy being the perfect place for the most nostalgic who long for the “mothers kitchen.”
We are addicted to its snack offer that rotates according to the season; letting fly the imagination of these experts bocateros. And is that every day we go they manage to invent a better snack than the previous one. Our last undoing, his sandwich of meatballs Iberian secret. Special of the month that had us scratching its door day after day asking for more of this culinary climax.
Snacks, tapas and a lot of tradition in this small Poble Sec place where we can return to our childhood through the palate.
The guys from Eureka Street Food have joined forces with Juan, an inveterate music lover and a fan of that Californian style so ingrained in this tireless food truck that we see in all the shows.
Gringa is called the new home of this pair of nomads who have finally managed to settle in a physical place, attracted by their goal of a sedentary life; That if, without leaving aside the gossip that you like so much.
A spacious space, full of natural light and in the Raval neighborhood where they offer all kinds of morsels of California and Latin heritage. Here every dish is praiseworthy, but let’s go; The Fried Chicken Bun! A hybrid between hamburger and sandwich served in a bun able to teleport to the very south of California where Latin American cuisine takes over the streets of L.A.
Fried chicken, cheddar, slaw of lombarda in lime, gherkins and chipotle sauce and honey in brioche bread. An authentic time bomb that explodes in our palate leaving us impregnated with flavor, textures and aromas. That’s how it is!
Photo: Anel González
Not long ago we talked to you about this gastronomic enclave, well, little by little, it has taken on the best of the culinary scene in Barcelona. Captained by Marco, Dario and Giuseppe, Blu Bar is the perfect place to have a good time while enjoying its varieties of Mediterranean dishes, from appetizers and salads to pizzas and gourmet sandwiches.
We are left to the side, and that is a mistake. Day and day we also pass by here to eat one of their sandwiches. You have to try their Italian Saltimboca with buffalo mozzarella, tomato, avocado, onion and arugula. His veggie version of a sandwich that lifts passions. Light and delicious, perfect to repeat again and again.
So you know, whether or not you are a surf lover, if you want to enjoy a good sandwich, Blu Bar is the perfect place to put your boots surrounded by a cool and close environment.
Photo: Anel González
A project fruit of a Latin-Italian connection of its two partners, who have known how to choose and spread a culinary philosophy that is scarce in the city. A take-away format of schiacciata stuffed in the Born neighborhood.
An exclusively Italian gastronomic offer that revolves around a selection of the best sausages of the region exposed as trophies in its showcase. Your letter is very simple. Choose your favorite snack and add as many extras as you like. Simple, cheap and straight to the palate.
The wait is worth it once we tried everyone’s favorite, the great Colosseo. Porchetta with extra Tuscan pecorino with a touch of nuts and truffle. Irresistible snack that makes us salivate. Italy between four walls. Italy in Narcissus!
Photo: Anel González
If you pass in front of this establishment without looking too much, you could prejudge it as a small local and an offer according to other coffee shops in the area, but the Bow cafeteria is much more.
Bow is the perfect place to enjoy a quality coffee accompanied by a bowie (so they call their minis) of Catalan sausage. Impossible to resist one of their sandwiches, it is best to come and try all. Periodically or suddenly, as you like.
Live the product of proximity, live the cozy premises and live the Bow. What Bowie has united, let no one separate him.
Photo: Uxía Estévez
Juan Latuff and Alejandro Bringas, both Venezuelans, met in the kitchens of the Red and Black restaurant; That’s when they decided to open their own store. This is how Chivuo’s was born, a gastronomic concept based on Slow Street Food with a wide range of delicious, well-made bites.
An American kitchen with Irish air in the center of Barcelona. Here they mix their American heritage perfectly with their passion for craft beer, which they rotate monthly.
His irresistible “El Cerdo” is a strict obligation. A pulled pork burger cooked at low temperature for about 18 hours, with a touch of their homemade barbecue sauce and a sweet and sour cabbage salad. All wrapped in a salty artisan bread; and accompanied by spiced potatoes with paprika and garlic. A true delight!
Photo: Anel González
Text: Alejandro Moneva
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