Galante
A vibrant neighborhood favorite in the heart of El Born known for its continuous kitchen service, authentic Catalan small plates, and spirited Saturday rumba sessions.
Carrer de la Princesa, 53, Ciutat Vella, 08003 Barcelona, Spain
www.grupovarela.esbest for your goal
Diced sirloin steak with sautéed onions
€16.00Bite-sized pieces of tender beef cooked with caramelized onions.
the take
480 cal is a solid, protein-packed meal that will keep you full while cutting.
Vegetarian · Vegan · Pescatarian
Dairy-free · Halal · Kosher · Low Sodium
Gluten-free · Lactose-free · Keto
Sautéed prawns and squid with roasted garlic
€12.00Seafood medley pan-fried with aromatic cloves.
the take
320 cal is a perfect, high-protein, low-calorie meal for weight loss.
Vegetarian · Vegan · Kosher
Low Sodium
Pescatarian · Gluten-free · Dairy-free · Lactose-free · Halal · Keto
Grilled squid with “samfaina”
€16.00Seared calamari served with a traditional Catalan vegetable ragout of eggplant and zucchini.
the take
380 cal is a solid, protein-rich meal that keeps you full while cutting.
Vegetarian · Vegan · Kosher
Pescatarian · Gluten-free · Dairy-free · Lactose-free · Halal · Keto · Low Sodium
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known for
Meatballs stewed with ‘Carn d'olla’
€14.00Savory meat spheres simmered in a traditional Catalan pot-au-feu broth.
520 cal · P 35g · C 20g · F 32g
⭐ It is the restaurant's standout comfort dish, praised for its deep flavor and value.
Codfish omelette made in the moment on bread with tomato
€10.00Freshly prepared salt-cod egg dish served over crusty bread rubbed with tomato.
360 cal · P 20g · C 28g · F 18g
⭐ This is a legendary Grupo Varela staple that locals consider a mandatory order.
Teriyaki chicken “taco” and morgulose sauce
€6.00Soft tortilla shell filled with glazed poultry and a savory specialty sauce.
210 cal · P 12g · C 20g · F 9g
⭐ It is a crowd-favorite fusion bite that pops up in almost every traveler's review.
Our truffled mortadella and manchego cheese “bikini”
€7.00Toasted thin sandwich with aromatic Italian cold cut and Spanish cheese.
320 cal · P 14g · C 28g · F 18g
⭐ Regulars love this elevated take on the classic Barcelona toastie.
Iberian ham croquette
€3.00Creamy bechamel fritter filled with cured Spanish ham.
180 cal · P 6g · C 12g · F 12g
⭐ Reviewers consistently name these as the best starting bite on the menu.
the move
Grab a spot on Saturday afternoon for the live rumba music and start with the cod omelet and meatballs. If you're just stopping by for a quick drink, the chicken tacos and truffled 'bikini' are the perfect light bites.
nutrition insights
Tapas Value Spot
Menu Prices
€2 – €28
Budget-Friendly Bites
Most dishes (68%) are under 10 EUR
tip
Stick to the smaller tapas to keep the bill low and the variety high.
Macro Balance
Average Macro Balance
context
The menu leans heavily on fats and carbs, typical of traditional tapas. Balance your meal with some raw or grilled options to keep it light.
dietary compatibility
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