Quillo Bar
Quillo Bar
Quillo Bar sits on Rec Comtal in El Born, serving a Spanish tapas menu with pronounced Andalusian accents and staying open 365 days a year.
Background
About Quillo Bar
The Story
Quillo Bar was founded by a group of friends who drew inspiration from the warmth, music, and dance of southern Spain. Set on Rec Comtal just off the Arc de Triomf, it serves a Spanish tapas menu with an Andalusian accent and stays open 365 days a year. The restaurant is as much about rumba and flamenco as it is about the food, with live music performances turning Thursday through Saturday nights into a loud, festive affair.
The Cuisine
The menu is built around traditional Spanish tapas and Mediterranean dishes with pronounced Andalusian touches: fritters of cod and salted fish, calamares a la andaluza, cazón en adobo, papas con choco, paellas and an arroz negro, rabo de toro, and a chuletón finished on stone. Alongside the classics, the kitchen sends out a handful of modern plates such as molletes of calamari with kimchi mayo and tuna burgers with mango mayonnaise. The carta holds steady year-round rather than shifting with market swings.
The Team
The interior was designed by Santiago Nin Klaebisch around noble materials, wood, leather, iron, and esparto, with a mural in the main dining room painted by the artist Hidalgo. The kitchen runs continuously through service, feeding both casual tapeo drop-ins and longer, louder weekend dinners.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Quillo Bar Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Aggregated across multiple platforms
Diner Ratings
4
2,589 reviews
Yelp
4.1
30 reviews
Professional recognition includes Macarfi food 6.5/10. Diners rate it 4/5 on Google (2,589 reviews) and 4.1/5 on Yelp (30 reviews).
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Reservations
How to Book Quillo Bar
Booking
Quillo Bar opens seven days a week from early afternoon through late night, with longer service on Thursday through Saturday when live rumba and flamenco play. The dining room is wheelchair accessible at the entrance, seating, and restroom. Reservations are recommended, especially for weekend evenings.
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Experience
Quillo Bar Dining Experience
The room is done out in warm woods, leather, iron, and esparto by designer Santiago Nin Klaebisch, with a hand-painted mural by the artist Hidalgo anchoring the main dining space. Terrace seating on Rec Comtal opens up onto the street. Thursday through Saturday nights bring live rumba and flamenco performances, turning the space from a relaxed tapeo spot into a loud, celebratory dinner.
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Quillo Bar Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Quillo Bar sits on Rec Comtal in El Born, a few steps from the Arc de Triomf and close to the Basílica de Santa María del Mar and the Palau de la Música Catalana. The surrounding Sant Pere, Santa Caterina i la Ribera neighbourhood is known for its narrow medieval streets, artisan shops, and independent restaurants.
Nearby
Sant Pere, Santa Caterina i la Ribera, commonly called El Born, is one of Barcelona's oldest central neighbourhoods, with narrow medieval streets threading between the Arc de Triomf, the Palau de la Música Catalana, and the Basílica de Santa María del Mar. The area is dense with independent restaurants, wine bars, and artisan shops.
Details
Quillo Bar Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 13:00–00:00 |
| Tuesday | 13:00–00:00 |
| Wednesday | 13:00–00:00 |
| Thursday | 13:00–01:00 |
| Friday | 12:30–02:00 |
| Saturday | 12:30–02:00 |
| Sunday | 12:30–00:00 |
Quillo Bar hours verified 2026-04-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
Contact
Recommended. Bookings available through quillo-bar.com.
Good to Know
Social
From quillobar on Instagram
Cremoso, suave y con el punto justo de dulzor. Así termina una buena comida. #quillobar
Hay platos que no necesitan presentación. Solo el momento perfecto para disfrutarlos. #quillobar
Celebra fin de año con nosotros. Hemos preparado un menú muy especial.
Os deseamos Feliz Navidad 🌲💃
En nuestra cocina no hay atajos. Solo buen producto tiempo y cariño. #quillobar
En nuestra mesa todo sabe mejor cuando se comparte. Risas, conversación sin prisa y platos que llegan al centro para que cada momento tenga su sabor. #quillobar
Questions
Quillo Bar FAQ
Where exactly is Quillo Bar located in Barcelona?
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Quillo Bar is at Carrer del Rec Comtal, 2, 08003 Barcelona, in El Born (officially the Sant Pere, Santa Caterina i la Ribera neighbourhood of the Ciutat Vella district). It sits a short walk from the Arc de Triomf metro station, the Palau de la Música Catalana, and the Basílica de Santa María del Mar.
What kind of food does Quillo Bar serve?
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Quillo Bar serves traditional Spanish tapas and Mediterranean dishes with a strong Andalusian accent. Typical plates include ensaladilla rusa trufada, huevos rotos with Iberian ham, molletes of calamari or rabo de toro, calamares a la andaluza, papas con choco, rice dishes such as paella and arroz negro, a bone-in chuletón, and desserts such as torrijas and cheesecake.
How much does it cost to eat at Quillo Bar?
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Most à la carte plates run between €4 and €22, with higher-ticket items such as the chuletón nacional at €40. A typical dinner with a few shared tapas, a main and a drink lands around €30–50 per person.
Do I need to reserve a table at Quillo Bar?
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Reservations are recommended, especially for weekend evenings when live rumba and flamenco draw bigger crowds. Bookings can be made on the reservations page at quillo-bar.com.
What are Quillo Bar's opening hours?
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Quillo Bar opens Monday to Wednesday from 13:00 to 00:00, Thursday from 13:00 to 01:00, Friday and Saturday from 12:30 to 02:00, and Sunday from 12:30 to 00:00. The kitchen closes at 23:00 Sunday through Wednesday and at 23:30 Thursday through Saturday.
Does Quillo Bar have live music?
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Yes. Quillo Bar hosts live rumba and flamenco performances, typically on Thursday through Saturday nights. The restaurant was founded around the idea of combining southern Spanish food, music, and dance, and the live sets are a defining part of the experience.
Is Quillo Bar wheelchair accessible?
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Yes. The entrance, dining room seating, and restroom are all wheelchair accessible.