Mesón Galicia
Mesón Galicia
Mesón Galicia is the Galician seafood destination of the greater Barcelona area, a wood-fire kitchen in El Prat de Llobregat built around live shellfish from the rías, whole fish sold by the kilo, and the signature spider crab croquettes that.
Background
About Mesón Galicia
The Story
Mesón Galicia has established itself as the destination for Galician wood-fire seafood in El Prat de Llobregat, a town of 65,000 adjacent to Barcelona airport that draws a largely local and business clientele rather than tourists. The restaurant's philosophy is stated plainly on the website: a commitment to fresh market product, simply prepared over wood fire. The kind of kitchen that rewards a 20-minute train journey and doesn't require a reservation months in advance.
The Cuisine
Galician seafood and wood-fire grill, built around live shellfish and daily-landed wild fish from the Galician rías and Cantabrian coast. The kitchen specialises in brasa de leña: turbot, sea bass, monkfish, and sea bream are grilled whole over wood and sold by the kilo. Shellfish signatures include percebes (barnacles), live clams, and Cantabrian lobster. The menu also features croquetas de centolla (spider crab croquettes), garbanzos con centolla, calamares con butifarra del perol, and Galician-style rice dishes for two.
The Team
Mesón Galicia is run by a dedicated kitchen team whose work the restaurant does not publicly attribute to any individual chef. The focus is on the product rather than chef-driven branding, a philosophy consistent with the best Galician seafood houses.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Mesón Galicia Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Diner Ratings
4.6
1,213 reviews
TheFork
9.7
860 reviews
TripAdvisor
4.6
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Diners rate it 4.6/5 on Google (1,213 reviews), 9.7/10 on TheFork (860 reviews), and 4.6/5 on TripAdvisor.
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Reservations
How to Book Mesón Galicia
Booking
Mesón Galicia is open Tuesday through Saturday, with dinner service only on Thursday and Friday evenings (20:30–22:00). Weekend lunch and the evening sittings fill quickly. Reserve by phone (+34 934 781 014), email (info@mesongalicia.com), or via the . Monday and Sunday are closed.
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Experience
Mesón Galicia Dining Experience
A properly dressed Galician restaurant, 'cuidada decoración, buena acústica y mesas vestidas'. The dining room is formal enough for a business lunch or family celebration but not stiff. The clientele is almost entirely local and Catalan rather than tourist. 's 9.7 from 860 reviews reflects a consistently attentive service operation. The smell of wood smoke from the grill is part of the atmosphere, this is a restaurant where the technique is visible in the experience.
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Mesón Galicia Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Mesón Galicia is on Carrer del Matagalls in El Prat de Llobregat, a town of 65,000 adjacent to Barcelona airport, 15 kilometres southwest of the city. By train: Rodalies R2N or R2S from Barcelona Sants to El Prat de Llobregat station (approx. 20 minutes), then a short walk. By metro: L9S to El Prat Estació (approx. 10-minute walk to the restaurant). By car: take the B-10 or C-31 motorway, approximately 20 minutes from central Barcelona.
Nearby
El Prat de Llobregat is a city of 65,000 adjacent to Barcelona airport, 15 kilometres southwest of the city. It is connected to Barcelona by the Rodalies R2 (approximately 20 minutes from Sants) and Metro L9S. Despite its proximity to the airport, the town has a distinct Catalan character and a local dining culture largely unknown to visitors. Mesón Galicia is its most prominent gastronomic address.
Details
Mesón Galicia Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
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| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 12:30–16:00 |
| Wednesday | 12:30–16:00 |
| Thursday | 12:30–16:00 & 20:30–22:00 |
| Friday | 12:30–16:00 & 20:30–22:00 |
| Saturday | 12:30–16:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Mesón Galicia hours verified 2026-03-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
Contact
Recommended, especially for Thursday and Friday dinner. Call +34 934 781 014 or book online via TheFork.
Good to Know
Questions
Mesón Galicia FAQ
How do I get to Mesón Galicia from Barcelona?
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Mesón Galicia is in El Prat de Llobregat, 15 kilometres southwest of Barcelona. Take Rodalies R2N or R2S from Barcelona Sants to El Prat de Llobregat station (20 minutes), then a short walk. Alternatively, take Metro L9S to El Prat Estació (10-minute walk) or drive via B-10 or C-31 motorway (20 minutes from central Barcelona).
What are Mesón Galicia's opening hours for dinner?
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Mesón Galicia only serves dinner on Thursday and Friday evenings from 20:30–22:00. Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday are lunch-only (12:30–16:00). The restaurant is closed Monday and Sunday. Reservations are recommended for the limited dinner service.
How much does the fish cost at Mesón Galicia?
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Fish is sold by the kilo at market rate. Turbot costs €80 per kilo and wild sea bass €65 per kilo, both grilled whole over wood fire. The average spend is approximately €65 per person without drinks, though sharing a whole fish can increase costs significantly.
What are the spider crab croquettes like at Mesón Galicia?
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The croquetas de centolla (spider crab croquettes) are Mesón Galicia's signature starter and most celebrated dish. They cost €15 for six pieces and are highlighted as the kitchen's calling card, representing the restaurant's commitment to premium Galician seafood preparations.
Can I get a table at Mesón Galicia without a reservation?
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While walk-ins are possible, reservations are recommended, especially for Thursday and Friday dinner service (20:30–22:00) and weekend lunch. Book by phone (+34 934 781 014), email (info@mesongalicia.com), or. The evening sittings and weekend lunch fill quickly.
What makes Mesón Galicia worth the trip from Barcelona?
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Mesón Galicia specializes in authentic Galician wood-fire seafood (brasa de leña) with live shellfish from the rías, whole fish grilled over wood, and dishes like garbanzos con centolla. It has exceptional ratings and draws a local rather than tourist clientele, offering genuine Galician cuisine just 20 minutes from Barcelona Sants.