Quimet & Quimet

★ 4.6 (5,537)$$ · Mid-range

Quimet & Quimet is barely more than a narrow bar lined with wine bottles, but its montaditos — bite-sized canapés built on quality bread with premium tinned and cured toppings — have made it one of Barcelona's most celebrated tapas stops. At 4.6 stars from over 5,500 reviews and a must-see score of 100, it holds genuine landmark status, reflected in high culture and local scores that mark it as an authentic institution rather than a manufactured attraction. There's no real seating, so the experience is standing at the counter working through a rotating selection of small bites. It suits an early, unhurried lunch or evening stop as part of a wider tapas crawl.

✨ Reasons to go

1Founded in 1914 as a wine shop, it has been run by the same family for five generations, now specializing in montaditos and conservas.
2The space holds only about 20 people standing, with floor-to-ceiling shelves of wine, liquor and tinned goods lining the tiny room.
3Signature bites include unusual combinations like smoked salmon with truffled honey and yogurt, or sea urchin with caviar, built on quality canned seafood.

💡 Good to know

1Arrive early, as space at the counter is limited and it gets crowded fast
2order a rotating variety of montaditos rather than sticking to one
3expect to stand throughout, since there are no tables

⏱️ Typical visit

1h30

🕰️ Best time

lunchtime or evening

🚶 Walking intensity

Easy pace

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Address

Carrer del Poeta Cabanyes, 25, Sants-Montjuïc, 08004 Barcelona, Spain · Sants-MontjuïcGoogle Apple

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Booking

Booking recommended

What people say

"Quimet y Quimet deserves a full five stars. This was one of our favorite food experiences in Barcelona, and my wife and I agreed on the ranking of everything we tried. Our favorites were: 1. Scallops with yogurt and onion 2. Iberian pork cheek, which was incredibly good 3. Foie gras with volcanic salt 4. Scallops with caviar 5. Loquats with anchovies Every bite was creative, balanced, and full of flavor. The ingredients may sound simple, but the combinations are thoughtful and memorable. A very special thank-you to Neus, the owner’s daughter. She was warm, attentive, and made us feel genuinely welcome. Her kindness and hospitality made the experience even more special. This place deserves a higher rating. The food, atmosphere, and personal service were all outstanding. We would absolutely return."

— Jose Dacuycuy

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