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Berberechos a la plancha at El Pescadito de Mandri, grilled cockles with parsley oil and lemon
Grilled whole fish at El Pescadito de Mandri, Andalusian-style fresh market fish
Iberian ham plate with pa amb tomàquet and red wine at El Pescadito de Mandri
Fresh clams with lemon at El Pescadito de Mandri, seafood tapas
El Pescadito de Mandri dining bar and counter, recently renovated interior

El Pescadito de Mandri

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#678 in BarcelonaRanked #678 of all Barcelona restaurants on Guidavera. Click to see the full ranked list./GoodGuidavera tier, our editorial classification combining ratings, accolades, and source consensus across the Barcelona dining scene./Andalusian SeafoodAndalusian Seafood cuisine: the kitchen's primary culinary tradition and style./€€€€/Sarrià-Sant Gervasi/

El Pescadito de Mandri, Andalusian seafood tapas bar, Carrer de Mandri 54, Sant Gervasi. Kitchen team. Fresh fish, fried seafood, croquetas, bravas, tortillas.

Recently renovated

Background

About El Pescadito de Mandri

The Story

El Pescadito de Mandri is a neighbourhood institution on Carrer de Mandri in Sant Gervasi, a gathering point for longtime residents of upper Barcelona. The restaurant has recently undergone a full renovation, described by the owners as more modern, brighter, and more comfortable, while keeping the same team and the same standards. The name translates as 'the little fish of Mandri', a reference both to the street and to the restaurant's identity as a fry and fresh seafood specialist.

The Cuisine

El Pescadito de Mandri serves Andalusian-influenced fried fish and fresh seafood alongside Mediterranean classics. The à la carte menu is organised into cold appetizers (Iberian ham, anchovies, oysters, salads), fried dishes (croquetas, calamares, boquerones), grilled shellfish and fish, rice dishes, and seasonal daily suggestions. The kitchen leans toward informal, generous plates, heavy on sharing and on fried small plates. Average spend is in the €30–40 per person range.

The Team

El Pescadito de Mandri is run by its long-standing kitchen team, who have carried the restaurant's identity through the recent renovation. The restaurant states that 'the team and quality are the same as always'. Service is geared toward informal lunches and dinners, efficient and unfussy, to match the expectations of a residential Sant Gervasi crowd.

Highlights

What Diners Say

Moderate EnergyOkay for TalkingWarmBackgroundFair PriceCasualRusticClassicNeighbourhood BarGood for FriendsGood for GroupsGood for FamiliesCatalanSeafoodTraditionalTapasFried FishTerraceYear Round Outdoor SeatingNeighbourhood InstitutionFried Seafood SpecialistLocal FavouriteNeighbourhood GemNot TouristyTerraceOpen DailyContinuous ServiceWalk-in Friendly

Consensus

El Pescadito de Mandri Ratings & Reviews

Professional Ratings

Macarfi

Average spend: €35. Tags: Bravas, Croquetas, Pescado y marisco, Pintxos tapas y platillos, Terraza, Tortillas y huevos.

Food 6.5 / Decor 6.0 / Service 6.0

Diner Ratings

Google

4.2

875 reviews

Yelp

3.0

4 reviews

#678 in BarcelonaGood

Diners rate El Pescadito de Mandri 4.2/5 on Google (875 reviews) with a consistent run of positive feedback for the fresh fish, fried seafood, and the year-round terrace.

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Reservations

How to Book El Pescadito de Mandri

Booking

El Pescadito de Mandri is open Monday through Saturday with continuous service from 12:00 to 01:00, and Sunday for lunch until 17:30. Reserve by phone at +34 934 187 932, the restaurant does not accept email reservations. The year-round terrace is the most sought-after seating, particularly in warmer months.

Experience

El Pescadito de Mandri Dining Experience

El Pescadito de Mandri is what a good neighbourhood fry bar should be: honest, unpretentious, and full of people who know what they're doing there. The year-round terrace is the headline feature, calmer than the interior and facing the quiet Mandri street. The dining room, recently renovated, is brighter and more modern than it used to be, with a central bar counter in pale wood and green tile, wine-bottle pendant lights, and a row of bar stools for quick lunches. The crowd is local Sant Gervasi: longtime residents who have been coming here for years, alongside families and the occasional out-of-neighbourhood visitor. If you like the aromas of a properly run Andalusian fry kitchen, hot oil, fresh fish, garlic, this is the right place.

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El Pescadito de Mandri Location & Neighbourhood

Getting There

El Pescadito de Mandri is on Carrer de Mandri at number 54 in the Sant Gervasi - la Bonanova neighbourhood, one of the most residential and historically bourgeois parts of upper Barcelona. The street is quiet, tree-lined, and runs through a part of the city largely untouched by mass tourism. The nearby FGC Tres Torres and La Bonanova stations connect this area directly to Plaça de Catalunya in about 10 minutes. The restaurant's terrace faces the street and operates year round.

Nearby

Sant Gervasi - la Bonanova is one of Barcelona's most quietly residential upper neighbourhoods, tree-lined streets, detached villas and apartment blocks from the early 20th century, far from the tourist flow of the city centre. The neighbourhood is defined by its FGC train connections (Tres Torres, La Bonanova stations on the L6/L7 line) and its strip of local restaurants and bars on Carrer de Mandri and the surrounding streets. This is the Barcelona that most visitors never reach, and which locals from the area consider a privilege.

Details

El Pescadito de Mandri Reservations, Hours & Contact

Opening Hours

DayHours
Monday12:00–01:00
Tuesday12:00–01:00
Wednesday12:00–01:00
Thursday12:00–01:00
Friday12:00–01:00
Saturday12:00–01:00
Sunday12:00–17:30

El Pescadito de Mandri hours verified 2026-04-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.

Contact

Phone+34 934 187 932

Booking by phone recommended (+34 934 187 932). No email reservations accepted.

Good to Know

Year-round terrace on Carrer de Mandri, the most sought-after seating
Andalusian-style fried fish and seafood: bravas, croquetas, frituras, tortillas, fresh fish
Local institution, 'meeting place for longtime residents of upper Barcelona'
Fully renovated, modern, brighter, more comfortable, same team and quality
Mon–Sat continuous service 12:00–01:00. Sunday lunch only 12:00–17:30
FGC: Tres Torres or La Bonanova (L6/L7), 10 min from Plaça de Catalunya
Reserve by phone: +34 934 187 932. No email reservations accepted
~€35 per person, fair value for fresh seafood in the Sant Gervasi neighbourhood

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Questions

El Pescadito de Mandri FAQ

Does El Pescadito de Mandri have Michelin stars?

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No, El Pescadito de Mandri does not have any Michelin stars.

What should I order at El Pescadito de Mandri?

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The kitchen specialises in Andalusian-style fried fish and seafood. Signature plates include frituras (mixed fried seafood), croquetas, boquerones, calamares, bravas, Iberian ham with pa amb tomàquet, grilled shellfish, and the fresh fish of the day from the market. Rice dishes and a daily list of seasonal suggestions round out the menu.

Where is El Pescadito de Mandri?

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El Pescadito de Mandri is at Carrer de Mandri 54, 08022 Barcelona in the Sant Gervasi - la Bonanova neighbourhood. The nearest public transport is La Bonanova or Les Tres Torres stations (L6/S1/S2), approximately 6-10 minutes walk.

How much does it cost to eat at El Pescadito de Mandri?

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The à la carte average spend is approximately €30–40 per person for food. The Menú Clásico (a fixed-price lunch menu with starters, second course, dessert, and a drink) is €37.75 per person, with a 10% surcharge on the terrace.

Does El Pescadito de Mandri have outdoor seating?

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Yes, El Pescadito de Mandri has a year-round terrace on Carrer de Mandri. The terrace is the most sought-after seating, especially in warmer months. There is a 10% surcharge on the Menú Clásico when dining on the terrace.

Is El Pescadito de Mandri wheelchair accessible?

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El Pescadito de Mandri has wheelchair-accessible entrance, seating, and restrooms. Payment is accepted by credit card, debit card, and contactless. Paid parking is available nearby.

What makes El Pescadito de Mandri special?

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El Pescadito de Mandri is a neighbourhood institution in Sant Gervasi serving Andalusian-style fried seafood and fresh market fish. It is known for its year-round terrace, its recently renovated dining room, and its unfussy, generous sharing plates. It is a gathering point for longtime residents of upper Barcelona.