La Penela
La Penela
La Penela is a Galician restaurant on Carrer de Pau Claris, a few minutes from Passeig de Gràcia, and the Barcelona outpost of a group that opened its first restaurant in Betanzos in 1989. The carta is classic Galician home cooking: tortilla de Betanzos, pulpo á feira, hake and monkfish in caldeirada, and the house roast veal.
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From la_penela on Instagram
💐💐La primavera trae luz🌞, ganas de reunirse y de disfrutar de momentos con los nuestros que saben a casa😍. En La Penela te esperamos con la cocina gallega de siempre👌, esa que une generaciones y convierte cualquier comida en un recuerdo bonito. Reserva en nuestra soleada terraza de La Penela Morale
🎉El 19 de marzo celebramos el Dia del Padre y San José🧔🏻♂️. Por Xosé👴🏻, Josefina👱🏻♀️, Pep👨🏻🦳, Josep👨🏻🦰... . ¡Nuestro brindis va por todos ellos!🥂 En La Penela los homenajeamos con buena mesa 👌 y en familia👌, como sabemos en Galicia. Y es que nuestros platos tradicionales como la tortilla de Bet
🎉 Desde La Penela Velazquez estamos muy agradecidos 🤗 a @guiarepsol por habernos elegido como uno de sus Restaurantes favoritos para formar parte de la Guía Repsol 2026🔥. Una vez más, destacamos por las especialidades de la casa 👩🏽🍳: la Tortilla de patatas al estilo Betanzos 👌y nuestra mítica
En Galicia la tortilla se hace con cariño, paciencia y respeto por la tradición🤗. Y hoy, Día Mundial de la Tortilla de patatas, la celebramos como mejor sabemos: con nuestra famosa tortilla estilo Betanzos, muy jugosa y con ese punto casi líquido que enamora🥰. Además, el 8 de marzo también homena
Nuestra calidad empieza en Galicia 🌊. Seleccionamos a diario el mejor pescado🐟 y marisco🦐 en la lonja de A Coruña y lo enviamos directamente a nuestros restaurantes de Madrid y Barcelona 🍽️🍽️🍽️ En nuestras mesas podrás disfrutar de un tradicional lomo de merluza o unos medallones de rape "en cal
🥳Es tiempo de Carnaval 🎉y en Galicia además es tiempo de postres típicos como las filloas. Prepárate y saca tu cara más dulce🤤 En La Penela las elaboramos con la receta tradicional del amoado (masa) bien reposado, cocinando una a una a fuego medio👨🍳 y las servimos con crema caliente al caramelo.
Background
About La Penela
The Story
La Penela opened its first restaurant in 1989 in Betanzos, the A Coruña town known for its own style of tortilla, and that tortilla is still the group's signature dish. The group now has restaurants in A Coruña, Madrid, Paris and Barcelona, and says it has worked with the same small Galician producers for more than 30 years. The Barcelona restaurant is on the ground floor of a landmark Eixample building on Carrer de Pau Claris.
The Cuisine
The carta reads like a Galician casa de comidas: tortilla de Betanzos, empanada gallega, croquetas, pulpo á feira with potatoes, salpicón de rape y marisco, squid in its ink, hake and black monkfish either fried a la romana or in caldeirada, callos a la gallega, and the house roast veal, ternera asada. Desserts are tarta de Santiago, leche frita, cheesecake and chocolate mousse. Macarfi puts the average spend at about €40 a head without drinks.
The Team
La Penela doesn't name a head chef on its site. The group lists its own Albariño, Barallobre, under its winery, and it's on the wine list here.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
La Penela Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Diner Ratings
4.4
1713
Yelp
2.4
5 reviews
TripAdvisor
4.2
167 reviews
La Penela ranks #956 of 1026 rated restaurants in Barcelona. Professional recognition includes Macarfi food 7.0/10. Diners rate it 4.4/5 on Google (1,713 reviews), 2.4/5 on Yelp (5 reviews), and 4.2/5 on TripAdvisor (167 reviews).
Reservations
How to Book La Penela
Booking
La Penela takes bookings by phone on +34 935 172 666 and is open every day from 13:00 to 23:30, with the kitchen running straight through. For groups there are five set menus from €39 to €73 a head, plus two cocktail-style menus (€38.50 and €45) that the group serves only here and at La Moraleja in Madrid. Takeaway is collected by phoning the restaurant, and delivery runs through Uber Eats.
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Experience
La Penela Dining Experience
It's a big, good-looking room: white cast-iron columns, exposed brick, dark green panelling, and a long bar backed by floor-to-ceiling wine shelving. Google reviewers describe it as cosy, with friendly and attentive service, and say it suits family meals and special occasions alike, while Macarfi rates it a good bet for business lunches. Even a lukewarm review singles out the tortilla de Betanzos.
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La Penela Location & Neighbourhood
Address
Carrer de Pau Claris, 97, 08009 Barcelona, Spain
Get directions→Getting There
La Penela is at Carrer de Pau Claris 97, on the ground floor of a landmark Eixample building a few minutes' walk from Passeig de Gràcia.
Nearby
La Dreta de l'Eixample is Barcelona's upscale right-side district, defined by elegant Modernist architecture and tree-lined avenues. The neighborhood blends residential tranquility with excellent dining, shopping, and cultural attractions. This predominantly affluent area attracts discerning locals and visitors seeking refined urban experiences.
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Details
La Penela Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 13:00–23:30 |
| Tuesday | 13:00–23:30 |
| Wednesday | 13:00–23:30 |
| Thursday | 13:00–23:30 |
| Friday | 13:00–23:30 |
| Saturday | 13:00–23:30 |
| Sunday | 13:00–23:30 |
La Penela hours verified 2026-03-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
Contact
By phone on +34 935 172 666. Groups and events: reservas-barcelona@lapenela.com.
Good to Know
Questions
La Penela FAQ
What kind of food does La Penela serve?
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Traditional Galician cooking: tortilla de Betanzos, empanada, pulpo á feira, hake and monkfish in caldeirada or fried a la romana, callos, and the house roast veal, with tarta de Santiago and leche frita for dessert.
How much does La Penela cost?
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Macarfi puts the average at about €40 a head without drinks. Group menus run from €39 to €73 per person.
How do I book a table at La Penela?
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Call +34 935 172 666. For groups and events, email reservas-barcelona@lapenela.com.
Where is La Penela and when is it open?
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At Carrer de Pau Claris 97 in the Eixample, a few minutes from Passeig de Gràcia. It's open daily from 13:00 to 23:30.
Does La Penela do takeaway or delivery?
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Yes. Phone the restaurant to order for collection, and delivery runs through Uber Eats. The carta on lapenela.com lists the takeaway prices.
What do diners say about La Penela?
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It has 4.4 out of 5 on Google from 1,713 reviews. Reviewers often mention the zamburiñas, filloas and pulpo, and describe a cosy room with attentive service.