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 fully 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 the Sagrada Família and more.
🗺️ Vegan Locations in Barcelona at a Glance
● 1 = vegan-friendly hotel, ● 2–9 = vegan restaurants, cafés & snack spots. Tap a name to open the location in Google Maps:
- Hotel Brummell – Stylish boutique hotel (Poble-sec)
- Rasoterra – Seasonal slow-food cuisine (El Born)
- Roots & Rolls – Creative plant-based cooking
- Vrutal – Vegan burgers and comfort food
- Monchito Vegan – Colourful, modern vegan cuisine
- Bubita Sangria Bar – Vegan tapas and sangria
- Blu Bar – Laid-back and close to the beach (Poblenou)
- Equilibri VM Café – Plant-based cakes and coffee
- La Besneta – Sweets and a relaxed break
Vegan Hotels in Barcelona
Our tip: Hotel Brummell – a stylish, relaxed boutique hotel in the Poble-sec district that accommodates plant-based requests. Also vegan-friendly: the Hotel SB Glow. Find both in our overview of vegan hotels in Barcelona. Compare availability & prices for Barcelona →
Vegan Restaurants in Barcelona
Catalan & Mediterranean
- Rasoterra (El Born) – well-known bistro with seasonal, creative vegetarian-vegan slow food and good natural wines.
- Chez Kessler – cosy and warm, with thoughtful plant-based dishes.
Casual & Fusion
- Roots & Rolls – creative plant-based cooking, popular with locals and travellers alike.
- Vrutal – vegan burgers, comfort food and classics in a relaxed setting.
- Monchito Vegan – colourful, modern vegan cuisine.
- Vegan Corner BCN – easy and delicious 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
- Equilibri VM Café – cosy café with plant-based cakes and good coffee.
- La Besneta – charming spot for sweets and a relaxed break.
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 quick bite – 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; the Sants station is centrally located. Check train connections & prices →
Gaudí’s masterpiece without the queue: book the 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 a Gaudí tour with tapas →
More to experience: from Montserrat day trips to tapas tours – find all experiences here for Barcelona.
Book a table: popular spots like Rasoterra fill up fast. Reserve restaurants in Barcelona →
Practical Tips for Vegan Travelers in Barcelona
- Vegan hotspots: the biggest 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 easily walkable.
- Best time to visit: spring and early autumn are ideal – warm, but not as hot and crowded as peak summer.
- Vegan tapas: ask specifically for vegetarian/vegan tapas – many classics can be made 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 fully vegan restaurants, tapas bars and cafés, especially in Gràcia, El Born and Poblenou.
What’s the best vegan restaurant in Barcelona?
A classic is Rasoterra (El Born). For casual dining, Roots & Rolls and Vrutal are worth it; for tapas, the Bubita Sangria Bar.
Are Spanish tapas vegan?
Many classics like patatas bravas, pan con tomate or escalivada are plant-based – it’s best to specifically ask 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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