Vegan in Barcelona: The Guide to Vegan Restaurants, Tapas & Hotels
Barcelona is experiencing a genuine vegan boom: according to recent data, the city’s plant-based scene has grown by around 74% in just three years. Between Gaudí’s masterpieces, the beach and the famous tapas culture, you’ll now find purely vegan restaurants, creative fusion cuisine and vegan tapas bars – especially in the neighbourhoods of Gràcia, El Born and Poblenou. This guide takes you to Barcelona’s best vegan addresses, shows you where to stay vegan-friendly, and gives you tips for Sagrada Família & more.
🗺️ Vegan Locations in Barcelona at a Glance
● 1 = vegan-friendly hotel, ● 2–10 = vegan restaurants, cafés & snack spots. Tap a name to open the location in Google Maps:
- Hotel Brummell – Stylish boutique hotel (Poble-sec)
- The Green Spot – Elegant vegetarian-vegan cuisine (El Born)
- Rasoterra – Vegan fine dining, Catalan cuisine (Barri Gòtic)
- Veganashi – Purely vegan sushi (Poble-sec)
- Vrutal – Vegan burgers and comfort food
- Velada – Vegan tapas & cocktails (Barri Gòtic)
- Bubita Sangria Bar – Vegan tapas and sangria
- Blu Bar – Laid-back and close to the beach (Poblenou)
- La Papa (Aribau) – Plant-based breakfast classics and coffee (Eixample)
- Tonka Pastisseria Vegana – Sweets and a relaxed break (Gràcia)
Vegan Hotels in Barcelona
Our tip: the Hotel Brummell – a stylish, relaxed boutique hotel in the Poble-sec neighbourhood that accommodates plant-based requests. Also vegan-friendly: the Hotel SB Glow. You’ll find both in our overview of vegan hotels in Barcelona. Compare availability & prices for Barcelona →
Vegan Restaurants in Barcelona
Catalan & Mediterranean
- The Green Spot (El Born/Barceloneta) – elegant vegetarian-vegan restaurant with seasonal, creative cuisine, one of the city’s best-known plant-based addresses.
- Rasoterra (Barri Gòtic, Carrer de Palau) – vegan fine-dining bistro with seasonal, creative Catalan cuisine, open since 2013.
- Faire. Tapas & Wine (Eixample) – cosy vegetarian tapas bar with a sustainable ethos and a fine wine selection.
Casual & Fusion
- Veganashi (Poble-sec) – purely vegan, gluten-free sushi restaurant with creative rolls.
- Vrutal – vegan burgers, comfort food and classics in a laid-back setting.
- Velada (Barri Gòtic) – stylish vegan tapas bar with creative takes on Spanish classics and cocktails.
- Vegan Corner BCN – simple and tasty for a quick bite.
Bars & Tapas
- Bubita Sangria Bar – vegan tapas and homemade sangria – perfect for a relaxed evening.
- Blu Bar (Poblenou) – laid-back and close to the beach, ideal after a day by the sea.
Cafés & Sweets
- La Papa (Aribau) (Eixample, Carrer d’Aribau 92) – vegetarian café with vegan breakfast classics, cakes and specialty coffee.
- Tonka Pastisseria Vegana (Gràcia) – vegan patisserie café with cakes, pastries and specialty coffee made from regional organic ingredients.
Vegan Snacks on the Go
Many Spanish tapas classics are naturally vegan: patatas bravas, pan con tomate, escalivada (roasted vegetables) or olives. At the famous La Boqueria market you’ll find fresh juices, fruit and vegetables for a snack on the go – ideal for a picnic in Park Güell or on the beach.
Getting There, Tours & Experiences
Travel sustainably: Barcelona is well connected by high-speed train from Spain and France; Sants station is centrally located. Check train connections & prices →
Gaudí’s masterpiece without the queue: definitely book Sagrada Família in advance. See Sagrada Família skip-the-line →
Gaudí in a day: Sagrada Família, Park Güell and Casa Milà combined – often including tapas. Discover the Gaudí tour with tapas →
Do more: from Montserrat day trips to tapas tours – find all experiences here for Barcelona.
Book a table: popular spots like The Green Spot fill up quickly. Reserve restaurants in Barcelona →
Practical Tips for Vegan Travelers in Barcelona
- Vegan hotspots: the highest density is in Gràcia, El Born and Poblenou – lively neighbourhoods away from the biggest tourist crowds.
- Getting around: the metro is fast and cheap; much of the centre is walkable.
- Best time to visit: spring and early autumn are ideal – warm, but not as hot and crowded as midsummer.
- Vegan tapas: ask specifically for vegetarian/vegan tapas – many classics can be ordered plant-based.
Frequently Asked Questions: Vegan in Barcelona
Is Barcelona vegan-friendly?
Very – the vegan scene has grown strongly in recent years (around 74% in three years) and offers purely vegan restaurants, tapas bars and cafés, especially in Gràcia, El Born and Poblenou.
What’s the best vegan restaurant in Barcelona?
A classic is The Green Spot (El Born). For casual dining, Veganashi and Vrutal are worth it; for tapas, Bubita Sangria Bar.
Are Spanish tapas vegan?
Many classics like patatas bravas, pan con tomate or escalivada are plant-based – it’s best to ask specifically for vegan options.
What should I definitely see in Barcelona?
Gaudí’s Sagrada Família and Park Güell – best with a skip-the-line ticket to avoid waiting.
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