Fonda Bullanga
Fonda Bullanga
Fonda Bullanga is a traditional Catalan fonda on Carrer de la Diputacio in el Fort Pienc, run by chef-owner Roger Sanchez Amat. After running Terra d'Escudella in Sants for two decades, he opened Bullanga in 2023, drawing on his grandmother Jordina's Pyrenean recipes and his godmother Margalida's Majorcan cooking.
Background
About Fonda Bullanga
The Story
Fonda Bullanga is a 21st-century take on the traditional Barcelona fonda, opened by chef-owner Roger Sanchez Amat in a historic neighbourhood space (the former Novecento restaurant) on Carrer de la Diputacio. The name has three references: the bubbling of cooking pots ('bullir l'olla'), the 19th-century Barcelona popular uprisings called 'Bullangues', and the Majorcan folk song 'Bullanguera'. Roger's cooking is inspired by his grandmother Jordina's Pyrenean recipes and his godmother Margalida's Majorcan recipes. He also runs fondesdesisos.cat, a digital project documenting 19th-century Barcelona popular inns.
The Cuisine
Chef Roger Sanchez Amat serves traditional Catalan cuisine with Pyrenean and Majorcan influences, driven by daily market produce. The restaurant is known for its 'esmorzars de forquilla' (fork breakfasts) featuring dishes like capipota amb samfaina (head and trotters with ratatouille). The lunch menu rotates daily and features escudella, macarrones, trinxat, braised beef cheeks with vermouth, fresh fish, and butifarra, finished with homemade desserts. Daily lunch menu around 15 EUR. Around 25 EUR per person a la carte without drinks.
The Team
Chef-owner Roger Sanchez Amat leads the kitchen, drawing on his grandmother Jordina's Pyrenean recipes and his godmother Margalida's Majorcan recipes. Before opening Fonda Bullanga in 2023, he ran Terra d'Escudella in the Sants neighbourhood for roughly two decades, until that restaurant closed in 2022.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Fonda Bullanga Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Traditional Catalan, fork breakfasts, daily lunch menu, good value, homemade desserts
Diner Ratings
4.7
512 reviews
Diners rate Fonda Bullanga 4.7/5 on Google, praising the fork breakfasts, daily-changing lunch menu and honest neighbourhood feel.
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Reservations
How to Book Fonda Bullanga
Booking
Walk-in friendly. For groups, call ahead at +34 931 461 889. The small fonda fills up at lunchtime, so arrive early for the best chance of a table.
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Experience
Fonda Bullanga Dining Experience
A simple, functional space with a bar counter, green-tiled counter front, and small tables alongside, in the tradition of Barcelona's neighbourhood fondas. The unpretentious interior reflects the restaurant's focus on honest, traditional cooking over design. A small terrace provides outdoor seating on Carrer de la Diputacio.
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Fonda Bullanga Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Located on Carrer de la Diputacio in el Fort Pienc, a quiet residential neighbourhood in the Eixample. The small fonda sits near the intersection with Passeig de Sant Joan, within walking distance of the Arc de Triomf and the Encants flea market.
Nearby
El Fort Pienc is a quiet, residential neighbourhood in the eastern Eixample, bordered by the Arc de Triomf, Estacio del Nord, and the Encants flea market. Less touristy than the central Eixample, it has a strong neighbourhood identity with local markets, parks, and an emerging dining scene.
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Details
Fonda Bullanga Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
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| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 09:00–17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00–17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00–17:00 |
| Friday | 09:00–17:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00–17:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Fonda Bullanga hours verified 2026-04-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
Contact
Walk-in friendly
Good to Know
Social
From bullangafonda on Instagram
Questions
Fonda Bullanga FAQ
What is Fonda Bullanga's menu like?
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Fonda Bullanga offers traditional Catalan cuisine with a daily-changing menu based on market produce. They're famous for their morning 'fork breakfasts' featuring capipota amb samfaina (head and trotters with ratatouille). The lunch menu includes escudella, trinxat, braised beef cheeks with vermouth, fresh fish, butifarra, and homemade desserts.
Where exactly is Fonda Bullanga located in Barcelona?
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Fonda Bullanga is located at Carrer de la Diputacio, 437 in the el Fort Pienc neighborhood of Barcelona's Eixample district. It sits near the intersection with Passeig de Sant Joan, within walking distance of the Arc de Triomf and the Encants flea market. The nearest metro station is Monumental (L2), just a 3-minute walk away.
What makes this restaurant different from other Barcelona restaurants?
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Fonda Bullanga is a 21st-century take on the traditional Barcelona fonda, serving authentic Catalan cuisine with Pyrenean and Majorcan influences from chef-owner Roger Sanchez Amat's family recipes. It's one of the few places in Barcelona still serving traditional 'esmorzars de forquilla' (fork breakfasts) and operates only during daytime hours.
Who runs Fonda Bullanga and what's their background?
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Chef-owner Roger Sanchez Amat runs Fonda Bullanga, which he opened in 2023 in a former neighbourhood restaurant on Carrer de la Diputacio. Before Bullanga he led the kitchen at Terra d'Escudella in the Sants neighbourhood for roughly two decades, until that restaurant closed in 2022. His cooking draws on his grandmother Jordina's Pyrenean recipes and his godmother Margalida's Majorcan cooking.
What are Fonda Bullanga's hours and when should I visit?
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Fonda Bullanga is open Tuesday to Saturday from 9:00 to 17:00, with no dinner service. They're closed on Mondays and Sundays. Fork breakfasts are served in the morning, while lunch is served in the afternoon.
How much does it cost to eat at Fonda Bullanga?
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The daily lunch menu costs around 15 EUR and includes starter, main course, dessert, and drink. If ordering a la carte, expect to spend around 25 EUR per person without drinks.