El Pachuco
El Pachuco
El Pachuco is a small Mexican spot in El Raval doing nachos and tacos with mezcal and margaritas to go with them. The room is tiny and the cooking is the casual, snacky end of Mexican, so it's the kind of place you come for a few plates and a drink rather than a long sit-down. Good for a quick bite in Ciutat Vella, with takeout and delivery if you'd rather eat at home.
Background
About El Pachuco
The Story
El Pachuco is a Mexican restaurant in El Raval, in Barcelona's Ciutat Vella district. It's a small, tiny place built around tacos and nachos with a mezcal-and-margarita bar, the kind of spot you drop into rather than plan around.
The Cuisine
The food is casual Mexican, with tacos and nachos front and centre. Tacos are small soft or crisp tortillas folded around a filling, and nachos are crisp tortilla chips loaded with toppings, both meant for sharing and eating with your hands. The drinks lean Mexican too, with mezcal and margaritas alongside cocktails and beer.
The Team
The kitchen keeps things focused on the snacky, shareable side of Mexican cooking rather than a sprawling menu. It's a small operation matched to a small room.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
El Pachuco Ratings & Reviews
Diner Ratings
4.5
5,640 reviews
TripAdvisor
4.4
1,090 reviews
El Pachuco ranks #593 of 1077 rated restaurants in Barcelona. Diners rate it 4.5/5 on Google (5,640 reviews) and 4.4/5 on TripAdvisor (1,090 reviews).
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Reservations
How to Book El Pachuco
Booking
This is a small, casual place, so it works well as a walk-in, though it's worth calling ahead if you're a larger group. Check current hours before you head over, as they can change.
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Experience
El Pachuco Dining Experience
It's a tiny, characterful room, so expect a tight, lively space rather than somewhere to spread out. There's a bar running mezcal, margaritas, cocktails and beer, plus takeout and delivery if you want it to go.
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El Pachuco Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
El Pachuco sits in El Raval, the dense, central neighbourhood that makes up part of Barcelona's Ciutat Vella (Old Town).
Nearby
El Raval is one of Barcelona's most mixed and walkable eating areas, packed with small, independent kitchens spanning cuisines from all over. It's a neighbourhood for wandering and ducking into compact spots like this one.
Details
El Pachuco Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 13:00–02:00 |
| Tuesday | 13:00–02:00 |
| Wednesday | 13:00–02:00 |
| Thursday | 13:00–02:00 |
| Friday | 13:00–02:00 |
| Saturday | 12:00–02:00 |
| Sunday | 12:00–02:00 |
El Pachuco hours verified 2026-06-14. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
Contact
Walk-in friendly
Good to Know
Social
From @elpachucobcn on Instagram
Dicen que el mezcal no te emborracha, te “despierta” el alma. ✨🥃 Este 12 de febrero, te invitamos a una experiencia sensorial en La Pachuqueña. Vamos a degustar 6 mezcales artesanales únicos, descubriendo los secretos de los maestros mezcaleros. 📍 ¿Cuándo? 12 de Febrero. 💰 Inversión: 30€. Limitado
¡Adiós 2025! ⚡️🇲🇽 Estás a tiempo de venir a comer en el último día del año. ¡Y mañana 1 de enero te esperamos para curar esa cruda con unos chilaquiles y una michelada! ¡Feliz fin de año!
Cuando el mundo se detiene... ¡NOSOTROS ABRIMOS! 🎊 Te esperamos con unos buenos tacos y unas micheladas para la cruda. ¡Y recuerda que puedes pedir a domicilio por #glovo y #ubereats!
Questions
El Pachuco FAQ
What kind of food does El Pachuco serve?
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Mexican food, with nachos and tacos at the centre of the menu, plus dessert.
How much does it cost to eat at El Pachuco?
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It's a casual spot, with most mains in roughly the €10-20 range.
Where is El Pachuco?
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In El Raval, part of Barcelona's Ciutat Vella (Old Town) district.
Do I need a reservation at El Pachuco?
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It's a small, walk-in-friendly place that doesn't take reservations, so just turn up — and check current hours first.
What can I drink at El Pachuco?
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There's a bar with mezcal and margaritas, plus cocktails and beer.
Can I get takeout or delivery from El Pachuco?
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Yes, El Pachuco offers both takeout and delivery if you'd rather eat at home.