Fodor's Travel

"Don't miss the pa amb tomaquet (toasted bread with squeezed tomato and olive oil) or the Iberian ham."

Isabelle Kliger

"The small potato omelet (or tortilla) is even better when it's made to order, as you'll get the full effect of its heavenly, gooey interior."

Julie Neis

"As for what to eat? They make an excellent tortilla (A Spanish “tortilla” is a sort of omelette made of eggs and potatoes)."

Cristina Rosa

"I've tasted the potato tortilla and found it super good. Freshly made, it's perfect to eat with pa amb tomaquet."

Discover Walks Paris

"Top 5 tapas places in Barcelona: The most expensive tapas places may be better than this, but we like the tapas and we like El Xampanyet: with history, personality, and the company of simple and great wines, vermuts and food."

Barcelona Life

"The tapas is surprisingly delicious."

Julie Neis

"If you’re looking for an ideal quintessential tapas bar to go to in Barcelona, head straight to El Xampanyet. Everyone crowds around the counter in an effort to order their tapas. El Xampanyet has the exact feel that you’re hoping every tapas bar will have – a feeling of age and history mingled with an air of joviality, and of course, good food."

Kara Lydon

"El Xampanyet was recommended by everyone I asked for restaurant recommendations from. And they all said it was the best authentic tapas restaurant in Barcelona. Be sure to check out El Xampanyet for tapas if you make it to Barcelona!"

Casey Hatfield-Chiotti

"This famous tapas bar near the Picasso Museum is so popular most evenings (crowds overflow onto the street) that it’s wise to get there early (right when the restaurant opens at 7 p.m.) if you want to snag a table. This is a great place to try simple, staple tapas."

Sophie Morris

"Arguably the best tomato bread in town."