Bar Mundial
Bar Mundial
Mundial Bar was first opened in 1925 on Plaça de Sant Agustí Vell by Miquel Tort Robiralta, and ran under the Tort family for nearly a century as the neighbourhood's seafood tapas bar at popular prices.
Background
About Bar Mundial
The Story
Mundial Bar first opened in 1925, when Miquel Tort Robiralta raised the shutter on a small Plaça de Sant Agustí Vell establishment that, thanks to its proximity to the newly remodelled port, quickly became the neighbourhood's seafood bar at popular prices. For nearly a century the Tort family ran the place, and its walls filled with framed boxing photos and memorabilia from its decades as a meeting point for the local boxing club. After closing in 2021, the bar was acquired by Grup Confiteria and reopened in September 2025, keeping the historic façade and interior intact.
The Cuisine
The kitchen leans into the bar's origins as the neighbourhood's marisquería: fried Andalusian-style calamari, cod fritters, clams in green sauce, shrimp omelette, sardines, salted shrimp, and a daily seafood stew. A short showcase of classic tapas (anchovies in vinegar, Russian salad, smoked cod foie on toast) rounds out the menu, with most plates in the €4–€15 range.
The Team
Mundial Bar is operated by Grup Confiteria, the Barcelona hospitality group founded by Enric Rebordosa and Lito Baldovinos around La Confiteria in 2014, whose portfolio also includes Sagarra, Bar Michigan, La Font del Gat and the cocktail bars Paradiso and Dr. Stravinsky.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Bar Mundial Ratings & Reviews
Diner Ratings
4.1
906 reviews
Bar Mundial is a centenary El Born seafood bar that reopened in September 2025 under Grup Confiteria, preserving the 1925 façade and boxing memorabilia. Diners rate it 4.1/5 on Google (906 reviews).
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Reservations
How to Book Bar Mundial
Booking
Reservations at Bar Mundial are recommended, especially on weekends. Book online via the Covermanager link on grupconfiteria.com, or call +34 682 31 46 23.
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Experience
Bar Mundial Dining Experience
Mundial Bar keeps the feel of a no-frills neighbourhood tapas bar: colourful tiled walls, a long bar, framed boxing photographs from its decades as a boxers' hangout, and round marble-top tables. It is informal, loud when busy, and designed for shared plates with a beer or a vermut.
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Bar Mundial Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Bar Mundial sits on Plaça de Sant Agustí Vell in the Sant Pere / Santa Caterina i la Ribera corner of Ciutat Vella, a short walk from Arc de Triomf.
Nearby
Plaça de Sant Agustí Vell sits in the Sant Pere, Santa Caterina i la Ribera stretch of Ciutat Vella, a quiet square lined with bars and plane trees, a short walk from the Santa Caterina market and the Picasso Museum.
Details
Bar Mundial Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 18:00–23:00 |
| Wednesday | 18:00–00:00 |
| Thursday | 18:00–00:00 |
| Friday | 18:00–01:00 |
| Saturday | 12:00–01:00 |
| Sunday | 12:00–00:00 |
Bar Mundial hours verified 2026-04-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
Contact
Recommended. Bookings available via Covermanager through the restaurant website.
Good to Know
Social
From mundial_bar on Instagram
Comences amb 4 tapetes i un parell de canyes, i Déu sap com acaba la nit. Ets dels que s'allarga quan s'ho passa bé? #MundialBar
Vinguis a l'hora que vinguis, al Mundial Bar hi ha vida. Com n'hi havia fa 100 anys. Sabem que tu tens un moment preferit per venir, ens el dius? #MundialBar
Una taula com Déu mana s'agraeix molt quan el que busques és menjar bé i bo. Quins plats hi ha d'haver a la teva taula quan vens al Mundial Bar? #MundialBar
Les cloïsses en salsa verda son un dels plats més senzills que tenim, però tot i així, sempre és un dels que més demaneu. L'has demanat quan has vingut al Mundial? #MundialBar
Ets de gustos de tota la vida? Els cigrons saltejats del dia són un d'aquests plats de mercat que s'han fet sempre. L'has provat? #MundialBar
Coneixes la façana del Mundial Bar? Hi passaves per davant de jove? Una façana amb més de 100 anys d'història. Ha vist passar a molta gent. A moltes generacions. #MundialBar
Questions
Bar Mundial FAQ
Is Bar Mundial really from 1925?
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Yes. Mundial Bar opened in 1925 under Miquel Tort Robiralta and was run by the Tort family for nearly a century. It closed in 2021 and reopened in September 2025 under Grup Confiteria, which preserved the original façade and interior.
What kind of food does Bar Mundial serve?
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Traditional Barcelona seafood-bar fare: fried Andalusian-style calamari, cod fritters, clams in green sauce, shrimp omelette, sardines, salted shrimp, and a daily fisherman's stew, alongside classic tapas like anchovies in vinegar and Russian salad.
How much does it cost to eat at Bar Mundial?
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Most dishes fall in the €4–€15 range (shared tapas and fried plates), with sirloin cubes topping out at €15.50. A typical casual meal lands around €20–€30 per person.
Do I need to book Bar Mundial?
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Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends. Book via the Covermanager link on grupconfiteria.com or call +34 682 31 46 23.
What are Bar Mundial's opening hours?
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Tuesday 18:00–23:00, Wednesday and Thursday 18:00–00:00, Friday 18:00–01:00, Saturday 12:00–01:00 and Sunday 12:00–00:00. Closed on Mondays.
Who owns Bar Mundial now?
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Bar Mundial is operated by Grup Confiteria, the Barcelona hospitality group behind La Confiteria, Sagarra, Bar Michigan, La Font del Gat, and the cocktail bars Paradiso and Dr. Stravinsky.
Why are there so many boxing photos inside?
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For much of the 20th century Mundial Bar was the meeting point for a local boxing club. The framed magazine covers and photographs on the walls, from roughly 1929 to 1967, remain from that era and were kept in the 2025 reopening.