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Toasted bread with olive tapenade and a bowl of stewed meat in tomato sauce at El 68
Salad with chickpeas, cherry tomatoes and radicchio topped with pesto and balsamic drizzle
Pistachio cream with whole pistachios and crackers, a signature tapa
Stuffed mushroom tapa on toasted bread
Interior bar counter with number 68 signs and stainless open kitchen

El 68

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El 68 is a neighbourhood gastrobar on Carrer de Milà i Fontanals in Vila de Gràcia, pairing Spanish tapas classics with Mediterranean platillos for sharing.

Background

About El 68

The Story

El 68 is a neighbourhood gastrobar on Carrer de Milà i Fontanals in Vila de Gràcia, taking its name from the street number. The venue pairs classic Spanish bar snacks with Mediterranean platillos in a tapas-forward format designed for sharing, and has built a loyal following from diners in the surrounding Gràcia blocks.

The Cuisine

The kitchen serves tapas and Mediterranean platillos built for sharing across the bar or table. The repertoire leans on Spanish staples, pan con tomate, Iberian ham, grilled mushrooms and toasts, seasonal salads with burrata, rounded out with a short list of beer, wine and cocktails.

The Team

El 68 is run as a small neighbourhood gastrobar without a publicly credited head chef. The focus is on consistent execution of tapas-bar classics rather than a chef-driven tasting concept.

Highlights

What Diners Say

LivelyGreat for TalkingGood ValueCasualCozyGood for GroupsGood for FriendsGood for Solo DiningTraditionalSharing PlatesGreat CocktailsLocal FavouriteNot TouristyNeighbourhood GemTerrace

Consensus

El 68 Ratings & Reviews

Diner Ratings

Google

4.8

394 reviews

Yelp

4.3

9 reviews

#161 in BarcelonaWorth Visiting

El 68 earns strong marks from diners, with 4.8/5 on Google across 394 reviews and 4.3/5 on Yelp.

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Reservations

How to Book El 68

Booking

El 68 operates Wednesday through Sunday, with evening service mid-week and longer weekend hours that run through lunch and into the early hours. Reservations are accepted and recommended for weekend tables. Card payments are available and the venue is wheelchair accessible at the entrance and seating.

Experience

El 68 Dining Experience

El 68 has the informal, counter-forward feel of a neighbourhood gastrobar: a stainless bar lined with playful number-68 signs, a small dining area, and an outdoor terrace. Tapas and platillos are served for sharing and the mood is casual rather than hushed.

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El 68 Location & Neighbourhood

Getting There

El 68 sits on Carrer de Milà i Fontanals in Vila de Gràcia, a dense residential street just east of Gràcia's plaza grid. The location places the gastrobar a short walk from Joanic and Verdaguer metros and within the broader Gràcia neighbourhood of independent bars, small plazas and neighbourhood restaurants.

Nearby

Gràcia is one of Barcelona's most beloved neighbourhoods, a former independent village absorbed into the city, still defined by small plazas, low-rise buildings, independent shops and a dense fabric of neighbourhood bars and restaurants. Vila de Gràcia, where El 68 sits, is the heart of this residential character and feels distinctly local rather than tourist-driven.

Details

El 68 Reservations, Hours & Contact

Opening Hours

DayHours
MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday17:00–00:00
Thursday17:00–00:00
Friday17:00–00:00
Saturday12:00–02:00
Sunday12:00–02:00

El 68 hours verified 2026-04-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.

Contact

Phone+34 931 924 093
Instagramel68gastrobar

Reservations accepted. Contact the restaurant by phone to book.

Good to Know

Serves lunch and dinner
Serves wine
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves dessert
No children's menu
Outdoor seating available

Social

From el68gastrobar on Instagram

🇳🇱 Dos/Tres/Cuatro cervezas, por favor 🇳🇱
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👉 No podía faltar en esta lista una frase para pedir unas cervezas en un bar

🇳🇱 Dos/Tres/Cuatro cervezas, por favor 🇳🇱 . 👉 No podía faltar en esta lista una frase para pedir unas cervezas en un bar en el idioma local 👈 . 🙌 ¡En la barra de @el68gastrobar siempre os esperamos con los brazos abiertos! 🙌 . . . #el68gastrobar #gràcia #tapas #food #foodie #tapas #mediterranean #g

¡Estamos deseando reunirnos todos de nuevo y de que disfrutéis de nuestros platillos como siempre! 😋
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¡Estamos deseando reunirnos todos de nuevo y de que disfrutéis de nuestros platillos como siempre! 😋 . . . #el68gastrobar #gràcia #tapas #food #foodie #tapas #mediterranean #gourmet #yummy #gastrobar #fun #barcelona #platillos #delicious

¡Pronto podrás disfrutar de nuestros platos en nuestro restaurante!
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#el68gastrobar #gràcia #tapas #food #foodie #

¡Pronto podrás disfrutar de nuestros platos en nuestro restaurante! . . . #el68gastrobar #gràcia #tapas #food #foodie #tapas #mediterranean #gourmet #yummy #gastrobar #fun #barcelona #platillos #delicious

🇩🇪Nos gustaría compartir con vosotros esta palabra. 🇩🇪
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👆 Los alemanes la utilizan para describir el espíritu prevalent

🇩🇪Nos gustaría compartir con vosotros esta palabra. 🇩🇪 . 👆 Los alemanes la utilizan para describir el espíritu prevalente de una era. 👆 . 🙌 En El68 creemos en el progreso aun las adversidades en el camino... ¿y vosotros? 🙌 . ¡Queremos veros pronto! 🤗 . . . #el68gastrobar #gastrobar #gastrobarbcn #af

Recordando algunos de nuestros platos... ¡Pronto podréis volver a probarlos...!
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#el68gastrobar #gràcia #tapas #fo

Recordando algunos de nuestros platos... ¡Pronto podréis volver a probarlos...! . . . #el68gastrobar #gràcia #tapas #food #foodie #tapas #mediterranean #gourmet #yummy #gastrobar #fun #barcelona #platillos #delicious

Estamos deseando volver a vernos... 🙌
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#el68gastrobar #gràcia #tapas #food #foodie #tapas #mediterranean #gourmet

Estamos deseando volver a vernos... 🙌 . . . #el68gastrobar #gràcia #tapas #food #foodie #tapas #mediterranean #gourmet #yummy #gastrobar #fun #barcelona #platillos #delicious

Questions

El 68 FAQ

What's on the menu at El 68 Barcelona?

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El 68 serves tapas and Mediterranean platillos, Spanish bar classics such as Iberian ham, pan con tomate and grilled toasts alongside seasonal salads and sharing plates. The kitchen does not publish a fixed menu online, so call +34 931 924 093 or visit in person for the day's offerings.

How much does it cost per person at El 68?

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Expect roughly €25–50 per person, depending on how many tapas and drinks you order.

Where exactly is El 68 located in Barcelona?

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El 68 is at Carrer de Milà i Fontanals, 68 in Vila de Gràcia, part of Barcelona's Gràcia district.

What do people think about El 68 based on reviews?

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El 68 rates 4.8 out of 5 on Google from 394 reviews and 4.3 out of 5 with diners highlighting the tapas selection and neighbourhood feel.

What type of cuisine does El 68 serve?

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El 68 is a tapas-focused gastrobar serving Spanish tapas and Mediterranean platillos for sharing, along with beer, wine and cocktails.

What are El 68's opening hours and when should I make a reservation?

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El 68 is open Wednesday–Friday 17:00–00:00 and Saturday–Sunday 12:00–02:00, closed Monday and Tuesday. Reservations are accepted, phone ahead for weekend tables.