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Paco Meralgo Restaurante

Name: Paco Meralgo Restaurante
Price range: $$$
Rating: 4.5

4.5 ·

Discover Paco Meralgo, one of Eixample's most talked-about tapas spots. Settle in for a plate of the signature octopus with cured pork, the dish that's earned this busy restaurant its loyal following.

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Reasons to go

Known for its octopus paired with cured pork, the dish most repeat visitors single out
A well-known name in Eixample's tapas scene with over 6,100 reviews at 4.5 stars

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Full description

Paco Meralgo Restaurante has built a big reputation in Eixample's tapas scene, with the octopus paired with cured pork earning particular praise from repeat visitors. At 4.5 stars from over 6,100 reviews, it's clearly popular, though a share of reviewers arrive with high expectations set by its reputation and come away finding the food merely decent rather than outstanding.

Its price sits in the expensive tier for tapas, reflecting demand as much as exceptional quality. It suits diners curious about a well-known name, tempered with realistic expectations.

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Address

Carrer de Muntaner, 171, Eixample, 08036 Barcelona, Spain · Eixample

Website

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Hours

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Booking

Booking recommended

Duration

1h30

Best time

lunchtime, afternoon, early evening, evening or late night

Intensity

Easy pace

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Good to know

Book ahead given its popularity
order the octopus with cured meat, the standout dish per reviews
go in with tempered expectations given the more mixed reviews relative to its fame

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Reviews

The food was great. Had to come a second time to try the rest of the menu. The octopus with pork cured meat is a must try. The tuna with siracha is incredible. The spicy meatball, a must try. The croquettes were good. Also had the rabbit ribs, pretty good, but barely any meat. The beef garlic was good, but the other…

Zeid Hamdi

1/5

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