Vila Viniteca

Tucked away in the winding streets of El Born, Vila Viniteca stands as Barcelona’s most celebrated wine merchant—a temple for oenophiles that just happens to serve some of the city’s most memorable bites. This isn’t your typical wine bar; it’s a gourmet deli where world-class bottles line the walls and the aromas of cured meats and aged cheeses mingle with anticipation.

The star of the show here is the pa amb tomàquet, Catalonia’s beloved bread with tomato. But Vila Viniteca’s version breaks from tradition in the best possible way. Rather than the typical crispy coca bread, they use thick slices of rustic sourdough, generously rubbed with ripe tomato and bathed in premium olive oil. Crown it with a salty anchovy and you’ve transformed a simple snack into something transcendent. Pair it with a selection from their exceptional cheese and charcuterie offerings, and you’ll understand why locals guard this spot jealously.

Whether you’re looking to impress visiting friends, enjoy a leisurely lunch with great wine, or simply stock up on fancy tinned fish and bottles to take home, Vila Viniteca delivers on every front. The atmosphere strikes that perfect balance between casual and sophisticated—come as you are, but prepare to leave with your palate elevated.

Don’t leave without browsing their legendary wine collection. With bottles spanning every region and price point, it’s worth arriving thirsty and leaving with a case or two. This is the kind of place that makes you fall in love with Barcelona all over again.