Casa Gallega

🥘Mediterranean·
4.6(2,009)
·$$

A beloved local haunt serving up hearty portions of traditional seafood, lobster soupy rice, and their famous broken eggs in a no-frills, welcoming atmosphere. It’s the kind of place where locals gather for a soulful meal and a real-deal Aperol spritz.

AuthenticLocal FavoriteFamily-friendlyHomestyle

Carrer de Vila i Vilà, 73, Sants-Montjuïc, 08004 Barcelona, Spain

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Lacon a la gallega

Lacon a la gallega

Galician-style cured pork shoulder.

P 35g· C 15g· F 14g
320 cal

the take

320 cal with 35g protein is a fantastic, lean option that keeps you full while cutting.

not suitable for

Vegetarian · Vegan · Pescatarian · Halal · Kosher · Low Sodium

safe for

Gluten-free · Dairy-free · Lactose-free · Keto

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Andalusian-style Cuttlefish

Andalusian-style Cuttlefish

Andalusian-style fried cuttlefish served with a side salad.

P 32g· C 25g· F 22g
420 cal

the take

420 cal is a bit high for an appetizer, but 32g of protein helps keep you full while cutting.

not suitable for

Vegetarian · Vegan · Gluten-free · Kosher

check with staff

Keto · Low Sodium

safe for

Pescatarian · Dairy-free · Lactose-free · Halal

House Salad

House Salad

A classic mixed green salad.

P 3g· C 8g· F 12g
150 cal

the take

150 cal is a perfect, low-calorie start to keep your total intake down while cutting.

safe for

Vegetarian · Vegan · Pescatarian · Gluten-free · Dairy-free · Lactose-free · Halal · Kosher · Keto · Low Sodium

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Lobster soupy rice

Lobster soupy rice

Premium soupy rice dish cooked with a whole lobster, served for two people.

850 cal · P 45g · C 90g · F 35g

It is the standout luxury dish that locals rave about for special meals

Broken eggs with ham

Broken eggs with ham

Broken eggs served with ham.

520 cal · P 28g · C 35g · F 32g

A consistent comfort-food favorite that regulars order every single visit

Andalusian-style Cuttlefish

Andalusian-style Cuttlefish

Andalusian-style fried cuttlefish served with a side salad.

420 cal · P 32g · C 25g · F 22g

Commonly cited as the best starter for sharing among groups

Tarta de Santiago

Tarta de Santiago

Traditional almond cake from Galicia.

390 cal · P 9g · C 35g · F 25g

The quintessential Galician dessert that provides an authentic finish to the meal

the move

Go for the 'Menu del Día' at lunch for the best value, and make sure to request the Caldo Gallego if it's available. Stick to the traditional seafood and rice dishes, but be prepared to flag down the staff during the busy rush.

nutrition insights

Macro Snapshot

Average Macro Balance

P 16%C 42%F 42%

Protein Distribution

37%
<10
11%
10-20
21%
20-30
26%
30-40
5%
40+

A significant portion (37%) of the menu is light on protein (<10g), so choose your main carefully.

Caloric Landscape

Where the Calories Hide

5%
<200
26%
200-400
37%
400-600
26%
600-800
5%
800+

Most dishes (37%) land in the 400-600 calorie range.

dietary compatibility

Vegetarian
8 safe1 caution10 unsafe
Vegan
1 safe3 caution15 unsafe
Pescatarian
14 safe1 caution4 unsafe
Gluten-free
2 safe10 caution7 unsafe
Dairy-free
11 safe4 caution4 unsafe
Lactose-free
11 safe4 caution4 unsafe
Halal
9 safe5 caution5 unsafe
Kosher
7 safe3 caution9 unsafe
Keto
2 safe2 caution15 unsafe
Low Sodium
6 safe5 caution8 unsafe

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