There are around 11 bars in La Boqueria, and we’re not brave enough to go out on a limb to say this is the best.
Still, the fresh seafood on offer seems to attract as many locals as tourists, and it is pretty darned good. (See the Boqueria website below to locate it in the market).
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Santa Caterina is Barcelona’s earliest covered market, which saw an upgrade from the late 1990s with an iconic new roof. Stallholders offer the wide range of produce you expect from local markets, while a couple of bars and Cuines Santa Caterina offer tapas and bigger plates. The old town location makes it an easy attraction for visitors.
Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays: 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
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After a multi-year restoration the Mercat de Sant Antoni reopened in early 2018. The focus was on serving the community, so there aren’t the vendors selling tubs of pre-prepared food you expect at, say, La Boqueria. Sadly, there are only a couple of dining establishments at all, which seems a missed opportunity.
Sant Antoni Market (produce): Monday to Saturday 8:00am to 8:00pm.
“Charms” Market (mostly clothes): Mondays and Wednesdays to Saturdays from 10:00am to 8:30pm.
Book market (outdoors) on Sundays.
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