Bardeni El Meatbar

Bardeni El Meatbar stands as Barcelona’s undisputed champion when it comes to meat-focused dining. Nestled in the Eixample neighborhood, this isn’t your typical steakhouse—think upscale bistro meets butcher shop, where every cut tells a story and the chefs treat meat like the art form it truly is.

The star of the show here is undoubtedly their take on fricandó, a traditional Catalan beef and mushroom stew elevated to new heights. While most versions use blade steak, Bardeni goes bold with collagen-rich Uruguayan Angus beef cheek, resulting in impossibly tender, melt-in-your-mouth meat. They serve it unconventionally too—piled onto a petite sandwich with silky cream cheese and an earthy mushroom cream that’ll have you ordering seconds (and probably thirds).

Beyond the fricandó, the kitchen demonstrates remarkable range with their beef preparations. The tartare is chopped with precision, the steaks are grilled to perfection, and even the smoked beef tongue showcases their dedication to the craft. This is the kind of place where the team genuinely understands the nuances of different cuts and cooking methods.

Whether you’re planning a relaxed lunch, an impressive dinner with the parents, or simply seeking out a classic establishment that delivers on quality, Bardeni is the answer. Just be warned—once you’ve tried that beef cheek sandwich, regular dining simply won’t compare.