Haddock - La Taverne Canaille
Haddock - La Taverne Canaille
Haddock - La Taverne Canaille is a Catalan market tavern on Carrer de Valencia in l'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample, opened in 2016 by chef Franc Monraba (ex-Can Fabes under Santi Santamaria). The daily-changing chalkboard menu features market-driven Catalan cuisine with Friday escudella i carn d'olla as a highlight.
Background
About Haddock - La Taverne Canaille
The Story
Haddock - La Taverne Canaille opened in 2016, created by chef Franc Monraba with partners Jorge Morgo and Alexander Dimitrenko. Named after both the Tintin character Captain Haddock and the fish, the concept is a 'luxury tavern' -- unpretentious, anti-formalist, with the spirit of a French bistro crashing into deep Catalan cooking traditions. The menu is handwritten on chalkboards and changes daily based on what the market offers.
The Cuisine
Chef Franc Monraba serves Catalan market cuisine driven by seasonal produce, sourcing mushrooms and vegetables from the Santamaria family (Pau Santamaria, son of the late Santi Santamaria). The weekday lunch menu rotates: Monday roast, Tuesday wok, Wednesday fresh fish, Thursday rice, Friday escudella i carn d'olla. A la carte features torrezno de Soria, guisantes del Maresme a la catalana, revuelto con erizo de mar, braised duck with dried apricots, callos, and homemade desserts. Lunch menu around 14.50 EUR. Around 40 EUR per person a la carte without drinks.
The Team
Chef Franc Monraba worked under Ferran Adria and Santi Santamaria at Can Fabes during the mid-1980s, becoming its first head chef in 1988. He is a disciple of Jean-Luc Figueras and has worked at Ocana, Salero, and La Reina del Raval. Hall manager Enric Maldonado has been with the restaurant since opening. Google reviewers give it 4.5/5 from 619 reviews.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Haddock - La Taverne Canaille Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Catalan market cuisine, good value, private rooms, groups, escudella, terrace
Diner Ratings
4.5
619 reviews
TripAdvisor
4.1
60 reviews
Professional recognition includes Macarfi food 7.0/10. Diners rate it 4.5/5 on Google (619 reviews) and 4.1/5 on TripAdvisor (60 reviews).
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Reservations
How to Book Haddock - La Taverne Canaille
Booking
Reservations recommended, especially for dinner and Friday lunch (escudella day). Book by phone at +34 936 313 716 or via Instagram DM @haddock.barcelona.
Experience
Haddock - La Taverne Canaille Dining Experience
A sailor's tavern with unpretentious, anti-formalist charm. Walls lined with mirrors and wood, menus handwritten on chalkboards, nautical theme throughout. The 'hold fast' motto is displayed around the space. Loud, crowded, and convivial -- not for quiet romantic dinners. Regular jazz concerts add to the atmosphere. An outdoor terrace of approximately 9 square metres provides additional seating. Dog-friendly.
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Haddock - La Taverne Canaille Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Located on Carrer de Valencia in l'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample. The tavern evokes a portside sailor's den, named after both the Tintin character Captain Haddock and the fish. The 'hold fast' motto, drawn from Irish sailor and Polynesian tattoo traditions, is displayed throughout.
Nearby
L'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample is the old left side of Barcelona's Eixample grid, a residential neighbourhood between the Universitat area and Placa Espanya. The area around Carrer de Valencia has a growing concentration of independent restaurants and neighbourhood bars, less touristy than the Dreta de l'Eixample.
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Details
Haddock - La Taverne Canaille Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 13:00–16:00 |
| 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 | 12:30–17:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Haddock - La Taverne Canaille hours verified 2026-03-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
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From haddock.barcelona on Instagram
Lo que tiene entre manos... El Santo Grial de la Cocina lo tiene Fran Jones!
No tot és escudella... Avui amanida fresca de temporada
Solomillo de cerdo al Rocafort
Dilluns de Canelons al @haddock.barcelona
Aquesta és bona part de l'equip del Haddock. Quanta dona talentosa... i el Franc, que ben acompanyat que està!! No sap ni la sort que té! María, Marcela, Gloria, Margot i Paula gràcies a totes !!! El Haddock es una mica boig però també es molt familia! @pritemary @ma_pelosi @oyagoga @paula.morgo @fran
Avui Franc Monrabà ha rebut el Premi Sabor Mediterrani al @forumgastronomic_girona Un reconeixement a la seva trajectòria, al respecte pel producte i a una manera d'entendre la cuina que considera la tradició com un privilegi, la cuina que fem i defensem cada dia al nostre restaurant, Haddock, Tave
Questions
Haddock - La Taverne Canaille FAQ
What is Chef Franc Monraba's background at Haddock?
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Chef Franc Monraba trained at Can Fabes under 3-Michelin-starred chef Santi Santamaria, becoming its first head chef in 1988. He also worked under Ferran Adria and is a disciple of Jean-Luc Figueras, with experience at Ocana, Salero, and La Reina del Raval.
How does the daily menu system work at Haddock?
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The menu is handwritten on chalkboards and changes daily based on market availability. The weekday lunch menu rotates by day: Monday roast, Tuesday wok, Wednesday fresh fish, Thursday rice, and Friday escudella i carn d'olla. The lunch menu costs 14.50 EUR including beverage, dessert, and coffee.
Why should I visit on Friday for lunch at Haddock?
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Friday is escudella day, featuring the traditional Catalan stew escudella i carn d'olla as the specialty. This is part of their rotating weekday lunch menu at 14.50 EUR.
How do I get to Haddock in l'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample?
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Take metro to Urgell (L1) for a 4-minute walk, or Provença (L6/L7/S1/S2) for an 8-minute walk. The restaurant is located on Carrer de Valencia, 181.
What's the story behind the name Haddock - La Taverne Canaille?
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Named after both Tintin's Captain Haddock and the fish, the tavern evokes a portside sailor's den. The 'hold fast' motto from Irish sailor and Polynesian tattoo traditions is displayed throughout the space. The concept is a 'luxury tavern' with the spirit of a French bistro crashing into deep Catalan cooking traditions.
What are Haddock's opening hours and when should I book?
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Open Monday lunch only (13:00-16:00), Tuesday-Friday lunch (13:00-16:00) and dinner (20:00-23:00), Saturday lunch only (12:30-17:00), closed Sunday. Reservations recommended especially for dinner and Friday lunch, book by phone +34 936 313 716 or Instagram DM @haddock.barcelona.