Bilbao
Bilbao
Bilbao is a classic market-cuisine restaurant on Carrer del Perill in Gracia, operating since 1954 and now run by three generations of the Miguelitos family.
Background
About Bilbao
The Story
Bilbao opened in 1954, making it one of Barcelona's longest-running market-cuisine restaurants in Gracia. When the original owners were about to close the kitchen, the Miguelitos family stepped in to keep it running, bringing 45 years of hospitality experience across three generations. Their stated mission is to preserve traditional cooking with local ingredients in Barcelona, built around the fires of the original kitchen and the traditional recipes that have defined the restaurant for over 70 years.
The Cuisine
The kitchen serves traditional recipes from the Basque Country and Catalonia using high-quality ingredients sourced from the local market. House specialities include cocochas de merluza al pil pil (line-caught hake cheeks in pil pil sauce), lubina salvaje with seasonal vegetables, rabo de toro al vino tinto over creamy mashed potatoes, chuleton a la piedra for two, garlic prawns with a hint of chilli pepper, eggs from Calaf with straw potatoes and garlic prawns, and seasonal creamy morel mushrooms with foie. Desserts range from homemade rice pudding and crema catalana flambeada with carquinyoli to the Bilbao tiramisu and a baked apple and cream puff pastry.
The Team
The Miguelitos family runs Bilbao as a third-generation family business, dedicated to preserving Barcelona's market-cooking tradition. The family brings 45 years of hospitality experience to the restaurant, working to keep the kitchen, tradition and history of the original Bilbao alive.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Bilbao Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Market cuisine, Gracia classic, locals eat here, meats, fish and seafood, escudella
Diner Ratings
4.4
1,201 reviews
TheFork
9.7
174 reviews
GastroRanking
8.0
1,765 opinions
Bilbao is consistently praised as a classic Gracia market-cuisine restaurant. Diners highlight the traditional Basque and Catalan recipes, the daily fish display, the family-run service, and the unpretentious neighbourhood atmosphere across major review platforms.
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Reservations
How to Book Bilbao
Booking
Reservations recommended, especially for dinner and weekends. Book by phone at +34 934 58 96 24. Walk-ins welcome. Sunday lunch only, no dinner service.
Experience
Bilbao Dining Experience
A classic Gracia restaurant with a bar at the front, a fresh fish display from the daily market, and two dining rooms. The atmosphere is traditional and convivial, popular with neighbourhood regulars. No terrace. Relaxed and unpretentious, reflecting the family's dedication to preserving traditional market cooking.
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Bilbao Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Located on Carrer del Perill in the Vila de Gracia neighbourhood, a quiet residential street in one of Barcelona's most characterful barrios. The area around the restaurant offers a mix of traditional neighbourhood establishments and quality dining in a distinctly local setting.
Nearby
La Vila de Gracia is one of Barcelona's most characterful neighbourhoods, known for its independent spirit, bohemian atmosphere, and strong local dining culture. The area around Carrer del Perill offers traditional neighbourhood restaurants and bars in a quiet residential setting far from the tourist centres.
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Details
Bilbao Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
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| Monday | 13:00–16:00 & 20:00–23:00 |
| Tuesday | 13:00–16:00 & 20:00–23:00 |
| Wednesday | 13:00–16:00 & 20:00–23:00 |
| Thursday | 13:00–16:00 & 20:00–23:00 |
| Friday | 13:00–16:00 & 20:00–23:00 |
| Saturday | 13:00–16:00 & 20:00–23:00 |
| Sunday | 13:00–16:00 |
Bilbao hours verified 2026-03-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
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From bilbaorestaurante on Instagram
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Oyes ese crepitar? 🥩🔥 Chuletón premium de vaca frisona para dos. Maduración cuidada y conservado en nuestra propia cámara de refrigeración. ✨ Carne tierna, sabor profundo y ese corte que abre el apetito solo con verlo. Un homenaje que merece compañía. 🤍 CAT Compartir té millor gust. 🥩🔥 Txuletó
Hay mesas que saben diferente. 🤍 Por la conversación. Por las historias que se repiten. Por esas recomendaciones que siempre acaban siendo las mejores. ✨ Hoy celebramos a los padres. A los de cada domingo, a los que siempre están... y a los que convierten cualquier comida en recuerdo. Feliz Día del
Un homenaje a papá en su día. ✨ Un recorrido por la mesa con algunos de nuestros platos más solicitados. 🍽️ Producto, tradición y una cocina pensada para disfrutar sin prisa. Porque celebrar también es sentarse juntos y compartir buenos sabores. 🤍 Reservas al 934 58 96 24 CAT Un homenatge al par
Hay platos que piden pausa. ✨ Confit de pato meloso, que se deshace al corte. Salsa de Oporto intensa y elegante. Frutos dulces que equilibran cada bocado. 🍷 Un clásico refinado, pensado para disfrutar sin prisas. De esos que convierten una comida en ocasión especial. 🤍 CAT Hi ha plats que deman
Cuando apetece algo fresco... lo sabes. 🍓🍊 Fresitas silvestres. Zumo de naranja natural. Sencillez que sorprende. ✨ Ligero, refrescante y lleno de sabor. El postre perfecto para terminar con una sonrisa. 🤍 CAT Quan ve de gust alguna cosa fresca... ho saps. 🍓🍊 Maduixetes silvestres. Suc de taronja n
Questions
Bilbao FAQ
What is the menu like at Bilbao Barcelona restaurant?
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Bilbao serves traditional recipes from the Basque Country and Catalonia, featuring fresh fish displayed from the daily market at the entrance. Signature dishes include cocochas de merluza al pil pil, lubina salvaje a la plancha, rabo de toro al vino tinto, and chuleton a la piedra for two. Seasonal specialities include creamy morel mushrooms with foie, and the dessert list ranges from crema catalana flambeada with carquinyoli to the house tiramisu.
How much does it cost to eat at Bilbao restaurant in Barcelona?
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Around 50 EUR per person without drinks. The restaurant has a price level of 2.
How do I make reservations at Bilbao Barcelona restaurant?
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Reservations are recommended and can be made by phone at +34 934 58 96 24. Walk-ins are also welcome, but note that Sunday service is lunch only from 13:00-16:00 with no dinner service.
What makes Bilbao restaurant in Barcelona special?
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Bilbao has been operating since 1954, making it one of Barcelona's longest-running market-cuisine restaurants in Gracia. It's run by three generations of the Miguelitos family, features fresh fish displayed from the daily market, and the kitchen combines Basque and Catalan traditions in dishes like cocochas al pil pil, oxtail in red wine, and stone-grilled chuleton.
Where exactly is Bilbao restaurant located in Barcelona?
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Bilbao is located at Carrer del Perill, 33 in the Vila de Gràcia neighbourhood. It's a 5-minute walk from Diagonal metro station (L3/L5) and 6 minutes from Verdaguer station (L4/L5).
What are the reviews like for Bilbao Barcelona restaurant?
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Bilbao receives strong diner reviews, scoring from over 1,200 reviews. Guests consistently praise the traditional market cuisine, the quality of the fresh fish, and the welcoming family-run service in a classic Gracia setting.