Pulperia Can Lampazas
Pulperia Can Lampazas
Pulperia Can Lampazas is a Galician pulperia on Avinguda del Paral-lel in Poble Sec, founded in 2013 by Jaime Veiga Chaos from the village of Lampazas in Lugo. The star dish is pulpo a feira (23. ) cooked in a copper caldeiro by maestro pulpeiro Enrique Arango.
Background
About Pulperia Can Lampazas
The Story
Pulperia Can Lampazas was founded in 2013 by Jaime Veiga Chaos, a Galician from the village of Lampazas in Samos, Lugo, who arrived in Barcelona at 21. The name combines the Catalan 'Can' (house) with his home village. Before restaurants, Veiga built a nightlife empire in Barcelona as the 'Rey de la Noche' (King of the Night). The flagship Paralelo location serves over 115,000 diners per year. A second location on Carrer de Buenos Aires opened in l'Eixample, and Casa Lampazas Madrid followed in the Salamanca neighbourhood.
The Cuisine
The kitchen centres on traditional Galician cuisine, with the star dish being pulpo a feira cooked in a copper caldeiro by maestro pulpeiro Enrique Arango. Beyond octopus, the menu features rubia gallega beef and wild Galician fish grilled over oak charcoal, lacon gallego with roasted peppers, oreja a la gallega, and pudin de centollo. Pulpo a feira at 23.50 EUR per ration. Set lunch menu available. Around 45 EUR per person a la carte without drinks.
The Team
Founded by Jaime Veiga Chaos (Best Leisure Entrepreneur in Catalonia 2001-2002, Knight of the Order of the Way of Santiago 2005). Chefs Isaac Bees and Marc Querol lead the kitchen. Enrique Arango serves as maestro pulpeiro. Manu Ibarra manages the restaurant. Google reviewers give it 4.3/5 from 5,284 reviews.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Pulperia Can Lampazas Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Rice dishes, paellas, meats, fish and seafood, terrace
Diner Ratings
4.3
5,284 reviews
Yelp
3.9
19 reviews
Professional recognition includes Macarfi food 7.1/10. Diners rate it 4.3/5 on Google (5,284 reviews) and 3.9/5 on Yelp (19 reviews).
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Reservations
How to Book Pulperia Can Lampazas
Booking
Reservations recommended, especially for dinner and weekends. Book via the restaurant website,, by phone at +34 938 538 979, or by email at reservas@pulperiacanlampazas.com. Group menus available for celebrations.
Experience
Pulperia Can Lampazas Dining Experience
A spacious dining room where Galician tradition meets modern design, with Galician stone and materials throughout. Terrace available on Avinguda del Paral-lel. The octopus preparation in the copper caldeiro is a focal point. Casual dress code. Suitable for groups, families, celebrations, and friends.
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Pulperia Can Lampazas Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Located on Avinguda del Paral-lel in el Poble Sec, one of Barcelona's most dynamic dining neighbourhoods at the foot of Montjuic. A spacious restaurant where Galician tradition meets modern design. Second location at Carrer de Buenos Aires, 2 in l'Eixample.
Nearby
El Poble Sec is a residential neighbourhood at the foot of Montjuic in the Sants-Montjuic district. Avinguda del Paral-lel is the main avenue separating Poble Sec from the Raval, lined with theatres, restaurants, and bars. The neighbourhood has become one of Barcelona's most dynamic dining destinations.
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Details
Pulperia Can Lampazas Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 13:00–16:00 & 20:00–00:00 |
| Tuesday | 13:00–16:00 & 20:00–00:00 |
| Wednesday | 13:00–16:00 & 20:00–00:00 |
| Thursday | 13:00–16:00 & 20:00–00:00 |
| Friday | 13:00–16:00 & 20:00–00:00 |
| Saturday | 13:00–16:30 & 20:00–00:00 |
| Sunday | 13:00–16:30 & 20:00–00:00 |
Pulperia Can Lampazas hours verified 2026-03-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
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From pulperiacanlampazas on Instagram
Enrique os espera... con el pulpo recien hecho... y como decimos en Galicia... "se chove que chova" 😀 #pulperia #restaurante #galiciaenbarcelona
Buenos dias amigos! Os estamos esperando 😀 #pulpo #pulperia #somosgalegos #restaurante #galiciaenbarcelona
La pulpería más famosa de Barcelona 🐙😱 En Barcelona hay muchos sitios donde comer pulpo... pero pocos donde lo hacen como manda la tradición 🔥 Fuimos a cenar a Can Lampazas, una auténtica pulpería gallega donde el protagonista es el pulpo... y el maestro pulpeiro que lleva toda la vida perfeccionando
Amigos, quien dijo que los lunes tienen que ser aburridos? Os esperamos 😃 #restaurante #barcelona #galiciacalidade💙 #pulpería
¡Galicia se come! #galiciaenbarcelona #somospulpeiros #pulperia #restaurante #barcelona
Buenos días desde @pulperiacanlampazas, os esperamos para que paséis una experiencia maravillosa 😀
Questions
Pulperia Can Lampazas FAQ
What dishes are on Pulperia Can Lampazas Barcelona's menu?
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The star dish is pulpo a feira (23.50 EUR) cooked in a traditional copper caldeiro by maestro pulpeiro Enrique Arango. The menu also features rubia gallega beef and wild Galician fish grilled over oak charcoal, lacon gallego with roasted peppers, oreja a la gallega, pimientos de padron, zamburiñas, and pudin de centollo. A set lunch menu is available Monday to Friday.
Does Pulperia Can Lampazas have locations in Buenos Aires or Madrid?
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Pulperia Can Lampazas has two Barcelona locations - the flagship on Avinguda del Paral-lel and a second location at Carrer de Buenos Aires, 2 in l'Eixample. There is also Casa Lampazas Madrid in the Salamanca neighbourhood, but no location in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
How much do you spend at Pulperia Can Lampazas Barcelona?
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Expect to spend around 45 EUR per person a la carte without drinks. The signature pulpo a feira costs 23.50 EUR per ration. There's also a 65 EUR tasting menu and a 55 EUR events menu available. Set lunch menus are offered Monday to Friday at a lower price point.
What makes Pulperia Can Lampazas Barcelona's octopus special?
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The octopus is prepared using traditional Galician methods in a copper caldeiro by maestro pulpeiro Enrique Arango. Fresh octopus is delivered weekly from Galician estuaries and cooked following authentic pulpo a feira traditions. This traditional preparation method is a focal point of the restaurant's spacious dining room.
Where exactly is Pulperia Can Lampazas located in Barcelona?
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Pulperia Can Lampazas is located at Avinguda del Paral-lel, 159 in el Poble Sec neighbourhood. It's a 7-minute walk from Poble Sec metro station (L3) or 11 minutes from Espanya station (L1/L3). The restaurant also has a second Barcelona location at Carrer de Buenos Aires, 2 in l'Eixample.
Who founded Pulperia Can Lampazas and what's the story behind it?
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Pulperia Can Lampazas was founded in 2013 by Jaime Veiga Chaos, a Galician from the village of Lampazas in Samos, Lugo, who arrived in Barcelona at 21. The name combines the Catalan 'Can' (house) with his home village. Veiga was previously known as the 'Rey de la Noche' (King of the Night) in Barcelona's nightlife scene and was named Best Leisure Entrepreneur in Catalonia in 2001 and 2002.