Mercè Tapas & Drinks

Name: Mercè Tapas & Drinks
Rating: 4.8

🐙Mediterranean·

4.8(3,630)

A popular and cozy spot in the heart of the old city serving Mediterranean-fusion tapas, tender slow-cooked pork cheeks, and standout individual paellas. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, perfect for sharing high-quality seafood and Iberian specialties.

Local FavoriteAuthenticDate NightGroup Friendly

Carrer de la Mercè, 27, Ciutat Vella, 08004 Barcelona, Spain

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Galician beef steak tartare

€19.00

Galician beef tartare with capers, onion, and pickles, finished with Japanese dashi mayonnaise and Carasau bread.

P 35g· C 12g· F 22g

380 cal

the take

380 cal with 35g protein is a fantastic, lean option for keeping calories low.

not suitable for

Vegetarian · Vegan · Pescatarian · Gluten-free

check with staff

Halal · Kosher · Low Sodium

safe for

Dairy-free · Lactose-free · Keto

Roasted octopus with piquillo pepper sauce

€27.00

Roasted octopus leg with spicy piquillo pepper sauce, roasted potatoes, and green olive jus.

P 30g· C 28g· F 18g

410 cal

the take

410 cal is a reasonable, protein-packed choice for weight loss.

not suitable for

Vegetarian · Vegan · Kosher

check with staff

Gluten-free · Keto · Low Sodium

safe for

Pescatarian · Dairy-free · Lactose-free · Halal

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Galician-style octopus

€21.00

Sliced octopus on a base of roasted potatoes with extra virgin olive oil and La Vera paprika.

P 28g· C 22g· F 14g

320 cal

the take

320 cal is a perfect portion size for staying on track while cutting.

not suitable for

Vegetarian · Vegan · Kosher

check with staff

Keto · Low Sodium

safe for

Pescatarian · Gluten-free · Dairy-free · Lactose-free · Halal

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Galician-style octopus

€21.00

Sliced octopus on a base of roasted potatoes with extra virgin olive oil and La Vera paprika.

320 cal · P 28g · C 22g · F 14g

⭐ It is a high-trust staple that consistently gets top marks for quality.

Beef cheek

€25.00

Low-temperature cooked beef cheek with truffled potato Parmentier, vermouth sauce, plums, and dried apricots.

650 cal · P 45g · C 30g · F 40g

⭐ Diners love the low-temperature cooking that makes it incredibly tender.

Black paella with cuttlefish, scallops, and razor clams

€26.00

Black rice made with squid ink, diced cuttlefish, and razor clams, finished with aioli.

720 cal · P 40g · C 90g · F 22g

⭐ It is frequently cited as the best paella in the neighborhood.

Roast meat cannelloni

€16.00

Canelones stuffed with roast meat (pork, chicken, and beef) with mushroom sauce, beef jus, freshly grated parmesan, and truffle oil.

620 cal · P 28g · C 45g · F 35g

⭐ A local favorite that stands out for its traditional flavor.

Normandy Camembert cheese

€17.00

Oven-baked Camembert cheese with fig jam, truffle oil, nuts, and dates, served with herb focaccia.

720 cal · P 28g · C 45g · F 48g

⭐ It is a signature starter that regulars always grab for the table.

the move

Go heavy on the seafood—the Black Paella and Galician-style octopus are non-negotiable. If you're sensitive to salt, don't be afraid to ask them to dial it back on the paella for a perfect meal.