Barcelona Gluten-Free – Restaurants, Bakeries and Classic Catalan Dishes

Barcelona is a city of beaches, Gaudí buildings and tapas – and luckily, it’s also a paradise for gluten-free eaters. The Catalan capital is home to a growing number of restaurants, bakeries and cafés offering safe, gluten-free options, and many traditional Catalan dishes are even available in gluten-free versions.

Here are the city's best gluten-free addresses and gastronomic tips.

Gluten-free restaurants in Barcelona

En Ville

An elegant Mediterranean bistro where most of the dishes are gluten-free – pasta, meat dishes and desserts included. Special attention is paid to avoiding cross-contamination.

• Title: Carrer del Doctor Dou, 14

Messié Pizza

A wide variety of pizzas made with gluten-free pizza bases - from the classic margherita to the Spanish serrano ham version.

• Title: Siracusa Street, 15

Gula Sana

A 100% gluten-free café-restaurant where everything from breakfast to dessert is safe. You can usually also try gluten-free churros here.

• Title: Diputació Street, 361

Out of China

Asian flavors gluten-free - with a separate menu and noodles made from rice flour.

• Title: Carrer d'Aribau, 112

Ardemos Burgers Sin Gluten

100% gluten-free burger bar, where the buns, sauces and side dishes are safe. The meat is delicious, the portions are generous. I order from here regularly, I've never been disappointed.

• Title: Diputació Street, 176

Tropico

An international brunch spot with lots of gluten-free options on the menu – from smoothie bowls to egg dishes. I always bring my guests here.

• Title: Carrer del Marquès de Barberà, 24

Pure Cuisine

Asian street food with gluten-free soy sauce and fresh ingredients.

• Title: Multiple locations in Barcelona

Honest Greens

A health-conscious restaurant chain where a significant portion of the menu is gluten-free. Fresh salads, meat dishes and vegan dishes. Plus, it's not expensive!

• Title: in several places, e.g. Passeig de Gràcia, 13

M2 Gluten Free

A modern restaurant, bakery and pastry shop where the entire menu is gluten-free – from pizza, burgers, salads to cakes.

• Title: Carrer de Muntaner, 435

Aruku (gluten-free sushi)

Aruku – officially “Aruku BCN” – is a Japanese restaurant in the L'Eixample district where the entire menu is 100% gluten-free. It not only offers sushi, uramaki and teriyaki dishes, but also gyoza, tempura, karaage and all prepared with tamari sauce and special gluten-free ingredients. The restaurant is certified by the Catalan Celiac Association and also offers an affordable lunch menu, which is a great option.

• Address: Carrer Provenca, 327

The Fish & Chips Shop - gluten free fish and chips

The Fish & Chips Shop offers the classic fish & chips in an exclusively gluten-free version. Located around Balmes and Rocafort streets, the place pays special attention to celiacs: they use a dedicated gluten-free frying oil and serve the fish in a flaky, crispy breadcrumbs, accompanied by well-seasoned fries. It is ideal for an afternoon or evening snack, and gluten-free beer is also available.

e stands. Fish burgers, fried squid rings and other delicacies are also available - a true gluten-free heaven!

• Title: Casanova Street, 91

Barcelona Gluten Free: Gluten-free bakeries and patisseries

Jansana Gluten Free

One of Barcelona's most famous gluten-free bakeries, they sell breads, pastries, cakes and sandwiches. The empa ñ adas is my favorite.

• Title: Balmes Street, 106

Celiac disease

Completely gluten-free bakery with Catalan specialties.

• Title: Balmes Street, 217

Chök - The Chocolate Kitchen

A dessert paradise where gluten-free donuts, brownies and chocolate sweets await.

• Title: Carme Street, 3

Singluteria

A completely gluten-free bakery and café, where Catalan sweets and breads are also available.

• Title: Calabria Street, 58

Can Vernet Xurreria

A traditional churreria where they also make gluten-free churros. You can also ask for them with a chocolate sauce made from plant-based milk! They are delicious.

• Title: Penedès Street, 1

Classic Catalan dishes, naturally gluten-free, that you can enjoy anywhere

• Paella – Made with rice, but pay attention to the stock and spices.

• Escalivada – Roasted eggplant, peppers and onions, completely gluten-free.

• Crema Catalana – Gluten-free if no flour thickener is used. However, if you are also allergic to milk, this is not the dessert for you.

• Tapas – Patatas bravas, tortilla de patatas and olives are often gluten-free, but check the sauces. Jamon, crab and mussels are also good choices. Padrón (fried green peppers) is also recommended.

What you should definitely try:

• Churros – Available gluten-free in several places (e.g. Gula Sana, Xurreria Can Vernet).