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Where to Eat in Eixample, Barcelona: Snails From S3
This guide turns 12HRS in BARCELONA - A 3 Michelin Star Chef Shows Us Where He Eats from S3 into a practical restaurant map with 7 saved spots around Eixample, Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, and Ciutat Vella. The mapped places include a restaurant stop, a bar, a monument, and a neighborhood. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
S3 explored the deep culinary traditions of Barcelona alongside three-Michelin-star chef Paolo Casagrande, focusing on the high-quality products that define Spanish gastronomy. The creator was particularly impressed by the 'Bikini' sandwich at Gresca and the intense, fire-cooked flavors of the local seafood. The journey emphasized that the city's best food relies on the reality of fresh ingredients rather than pretension.
What this map is good for
- Planning a restaurant stop or short itinerary in Eixample.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 7 mapped spots into Varedelo so the list stays usable on the ground.
- Using the original video as context, then turning it into a clean place-by-place map.
Featured spots on this map
- Colmado Wilmot
Restaurant in Carrer de Calvet, 28, Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, 08021 Barcelona, Spain, Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, Barcelona, Spain
Price level: Medium - Casa Pepe
Restaurant in Pl. de la Bonanova, 4, Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, 08022 Barcelona, Spain, Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, Barcelona, Spain
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Sant Antoni
Neighborhood in Sant Antoni, Eixample, Barcelona, Spain, Eixample, Barcelona, Spain - Tejada Mar Barcelona
Bar in Passeig del Mare Nostrum, 19-21, Ciutat Vella, 08039 Barcelona, Spain, Ciutat Vella, Barcelona, Spain
Price level: Cheap - Gresca
Restaurant in Carrer de Provença, 230, Eixample, 08036 Barcelona, Spain, Eixample, Catalunya, Spain
Price level: Expensive
Hours: Hours available - Terraza Verbena Rooftop by Monument Hotel
Monument in Pg. de Gràcia, 75, Eixample, 08008 Barcelona, Spain, Eixample, Barcelona, Spain
Price level: Cheap - TIERRA TRÁGAME
Store in Passatge de Tasso, 6, 1º, Eixample, 08009 Barcelona, Spain, Eixample, Barcelona, Spain
Food notes from the video
- Panoa (bread with garlic and olive oil)
- Snails
- Rabbit
- Cod fish with salt and rice vinegar
- Grilled prawns
- Quail with teriyaki sauce
- French toast with yogurt cream
- Lobster
Experiences captured
- Toured Barcelona with Chef Paolo Casagrande
- Visited a private kitchen table for eight
- Explored the historic Mercado de Sant Antoni
- Dined at Gresca restaurant near the kitchen
- Ate seafood at a restaurant on Barceloneta Beach
- Visited a specialty food warehouse and tasting room
- Sampled local products at a market stall
- Had night drinks at the Monument Hotel rooftop
Planning notes for Barcelona
Barcelona is the capital of Catalonia, located on the northeastern coast of Spain. In 2026, the city is designated as the UNESCO-UIA World Capital of Architecture, an event coinciding with the centenary of the death of architect Antoni Gaudí. Historical Heritage and Architecture The city's urban layout is characterized by the Eixample district, designed by Ildefons Cerdà in the 19th century, which features a grid pattern with chamfered corners. Barcelona contains several UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Must-try foods nearby
- Pa amb Tomàquet
The quintessential Catalan staple consisting of toasted rustic bread rubbed with ripe tomatoes, drizzled with high-quality extra virgin olive oil, and sprinkled with sea salt. - Arroz Negro
A striking Catalan rice dish cooked with squid or cuttlefish ink, which gives it a deep black color and intense maritime flavor. - Fideuà
A seafood-centric cousin to paella that uses short, thin noodles (fideus) instead of rice. - Canelons
Traditional Catalan cannelloni stuffed with roasted meats (rostit) and topped with a velvety béchamel sauce and melted cheese. - Escalivada
A smoky, vegetarian-friendly dish of eggplant, red peppers, and onions roasted over an open flame or coals until tender.
When to go: The best time to visit Barcelona is during the shoulder seasons of May to June and September to October, when you can enjoy warm, sunny weather and various outdoor festivals. While summer offers peak beach weather.
Local tips
- Adjust your schedule to local dining hours by planning for lunch between 2:00 PM and 3:30 PM and dinner no earlier than 9:00 PM.
- Protect your belongings from professional pickpockets in high-traffic areas like La Rambla and the metro by wearing bags in front and avoiding distractions from strangers.
- Purchase a T-casual or Hola Barcelona travel card at station kiosks for cost-effective access to the city's integrated metro, bus, and tram network.
- Show respect for the local culture by learning a few basic phrases in Catalan, such as 'Bon dia' for good morning and 'Gràcies' for thank you.
What travelers are noticing
- Completion of the Tower of Jesus Christ: The Sagrada Família reaches its maximum height of 172.5 meters in 2026, marking a historic milestone 100 years after Gaudí's death.
- UNESCO World Capital of Architecture: Barcelona hosts over 1,500 events, including the UIA World Congress of Architects, celebrating the city's design legacy and future urbanism.
- Tour de France Grand Départ: For the first time in history, the world's most prestigious cycling race starts in Barcelona (July 2026), with stages winding through the city's iconic Eixample grid.
Extra place context
- Gresca
The pioneer of Barcelona's 'bistronomy' movement, Chef Rafa Peña’s Gresca remains a local favorite for its creative Catalan market cuisine.
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Official tourism resource
The official tourism website for Barcelona, providing comprehensive visitor information for the city and its districts, including the iconic Eixample.
Planning questions
Where did S3 eat in Eixample, Barcelona?
This guide maps all 7 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in Eixample, Barcelona.
What are the must-try foods in Eixample, Barcelona?
Creator picks from the video include Panoa (bread with garlic and olive oil), Snails, Rabbit, Cod fish with salt and rice vinegar. Open the map in Varedelo to see which spot each one is at.
Can I save these spots to use on my trip?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save every spot, get directions, and revisit the guide from your phone while you travel.
Use it on your trip
Save this restaurant map before you go
Keep the mapped spots, creator context, food notes, and planning details together. Varedelo turns the page into a phone-friendly map you can revisit when you are choosing where to go.