Gats
Gats
Gats is Grupo Tragaluz's neighbourhood-bar concept on Carrer d'en Xuclà in El Raval, just off La Rambla. The all-day menu pairs Catalan tapas, Russian salad, croquettes, patatas bravas, paellas, with grilled mains and a busy cocktail bar that runs into the night. Around €30-40 per person.
Background
About Gats
The Story
Gats is Grupo Tragaluz's neighbourhood-bar concept on Carrer d'en Xuclà in El Raval, just off La Rambla. The kitchen runs an all-day menu of Catalan tapas, salads, paellas and grilled mains, while the bar pours classic and signature cocktails into the night.
The Cuisine
Catalan tapas and bar-food: pa amb tomàquet, patatas bravas, Russian salad 'Els Gats' with tuna belly, croquettes (green/Iberian/baby squid), Spanish potato omelette, prawns al ajillo, Andalusian-style calamari, plus paellas (Iberian pork and asparagus, seafood, black rice, fideuà) and grilled mains like sea bass and entrecote with Café de Paris sauce.
The Team
Kitchen and bar teams under the Tragaluz group brand. The cocktail programme is a defining feature, alongside the kitchen's tapas service.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Gats Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Aggregated across multiple platforms
Diner Ratings
4.6
4,678 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.1
482 reviews
GastroRanking aggregates a 9.3/10 across platforms. Diners rate Gats 4.6/5 on Google (4,678 reviews) and 4.1/5 on Tripadvisor (482 reviews).
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Reservations
How to Book Gats
Booking
Reservations available via the Grupo Tragaluz website at grupotragaluz.com/reserva/gats/ or by phone at +34 931 440 044.
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Experience
Gats Dining Experience
Modern neighbourhood-bar feel with a long counter, banquette seating, and warm lighting. Lively energy from late afternoon into the night, with a strong cocktail bar focus.
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Gats Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Located on Carrer d'en Xuclà, just off La Rambla in El Raval. The corner space is steps from Plaça Catalunya, MACBA and the Liceu metro stop.
Nearby
Carrer d'en Xuclà is a quiet pedestrian-style street in El Raval, just one block off La Rambla and a few minutes from Plaça Catalunya. The block is anchored by the Mercat de la Boqueria to the south and Plaça de la Vila de Madrid (with its Roman necropolis) to the north. The area mixes century-old neighbourhood bars and bakeries with newer modern-tapas openings, and has good metro connectivity at Catalunya (L1/L3) and Liceu (L3).
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Details
Gats Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
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| Monday | 12:30–23:00 |
| Tuesday | 12:30–23:00 |
| Wednesday | 12:30–23:00 |
| Thursday | 12:30–23:30 |
| Friday | 12:30–23:30 |
| Saturday | 12:00–23:30 |
| Sunday | 12:00–23:00 |
Gats hours verified 2026-04-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
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Questions
Gats FAQ
Where is Gats Barcelona located?
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Gats is at Carrer d'en Xuclà, 7, 08001 Barcelona, in El Raval just off La Rambla. Nearest metro is Catalunya (L1/L3), about a 4-minute walk; Liceu (L3) is 5 minutes away.
Does Gats serve paella?
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Yes, five paellas: vegetable (€19.80), fideuà (€21), Iberian pork with asparagus and spring garlic (€21.80), seafood (€24.50), and black paella (€24.50).
Does Gats have vegan options?
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Yes. The Russian salad has a vegan version at €7.70 (vs €9.70 with tuna belly), and the prawn curry has a vegan version at €15.50.
How much does it cost to eat at Gats?
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Around €30–40 per person. Tapas run €3.50–€23.80, mains €15–€29, and paellas €19.80–€24.50.
Is Gats part of Grupo Tragaluz?
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Yes, Gats is operated by Grupo Tragaluz, the Barcelona hospitality group behind Tragaluz, Bar Lobo, El Japonés, Fiskebar, Pez Vela and others.
Does Gats have a cocktail bar?
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Yes, the cocktail bar is a defining part of the venue, with classic and signature cocktails running into the night alongside the kitchen's tapas and paellas.