Chao Pescao Seafood Born

🦐Seafood·
4.8(4,637)

A popular market-style eatery where diners pick their own fresh catch from a display counter to be grilled or fried to order. The atmosphere is lively and interactive, focusing on high-quality Mediterranean shellfish and fish prepared with simple, authentic techniques.

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Passatge Mercantil, 1, Ciutat Vella, 08003 Barcelona, Spain

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Crayfish Grilled

Crayfish Grilled

Freshwater crustaceans cooked over high heat for a smoky finish.

P 38g· C 1g· F 6g
220 cal

the take

220 cal and 38g protein is a fantastic, high-satiety meal for cutting.

not suitable for

Vegetarian · Vegan · Kosher

safe for

Pescatarian · Gluten-free · Dairy-free · Lactose-free · Halal · Keto · Low Sodium

Monkfish

Monkfish

Firm-textured white fish, often called 'sea tail', served grilled or fried.

P 38g· C 0g· F 6g
220 cal

the take

220 cal and 38g protein is a perfect, lean meal for cutting.

not suitable for

Vegetarian · Vegan · Kosher

check with staff

Gluten-free · Dairy-free · Lactose-free

safe for

Pescatarian · Halal · Keto · Low Sodium

Cuttlefish

Cuttlefish

Thick-fleshed cephalopod cooked on the grill or battered and fried.

P 38g· C 3g· F 7g
240 cal

the take

380 cal and 22g fat is a bit calorie-dense for weight loss.

not suitable for

Vegetarian · Vegan · Kosher

check with staff

Gluten-free

safe for

Pescatarian · Dairy-free · Lactose-free · Halal · Keto · Low Sodium

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Grilled Razor Clam

Grilled Razor Clam

Long, narrow shellfish cooked on the griddle with garlic and lemon.

160 cal · P 26g · C 5g · F 4g

Regulars call these a must-try appetizer for their incredible flavor

Octopus Leg

Octopus Leg

Tender tentacle prepared either with paprika and olive oil or seared on the grill.

220 cal · P 35g · C 4g · F 7g

It is a consistent crowd favorite across all review platforms

Galician Oyster

Galician Oyster

Fresh premium oyster sourced from the Atlantic waters of northern Spain.

50 cal · P 6g · C 2g · F 1g

The dedicated oyster bar makes these a top-tier starter

Fried Baby Squid

Fried Baby Squid

Small squid lightly floured and fried, served with fried eggs.

520 cal · P 30g · C 35g · F 28g

People love the light preparation that doesn't mask the freshness

Prawn Grilled

Prawn Grilled

Large prawns seared on the flat top with sea salt and olive oil.

250 cal · P 35g · C 2g · F 10g

Customers claim these are the best prawns in Barcelona

the move

Head straight to the counter to pick the freshest Grilled Razor Clams and Octopus Leg by weight. Don't miss the Mixed Salad as a fresh side to balance out the rich, grilled seafood.

nutrition insights

Grill Mastered

How It's Cooked

grilled
44%
steamed
18%
fried
18%

tip

Skip the fried items and head straight to the grill for the freshest, lightest experience.

Protein Powerhouse

Average Macro Balance

P 41%C 15%F 44%
Average Protein26.9g

dietary compatibility

Vegetarian
1 safe38 unsafe
Vegan
1 safe38 unsafe
Pescatarian
39 safe
Gluten-free
18 safe13 caution8 unsafe
Dairy-free
26 safe10 caution3 unsafe
Lactose-free
27 safe9 caution3 unsafe
Halal
33 safe6 caution
Kosher
8 safe2 caution29 unsafe
Keto
31 safe4 caution4 unsafe
Low Sodium
23 safe16 caution

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