Restaurant El Passadís del Pep

"What is perhaps most notable about Passadis del Pep is that there is no menu to read. Invite your server to take a seat at the table and explain to him or her what you want to eat, what you don’t want to eat, and what your budget is. What will follow is an expertly executed tasting menu using the finest seasonal produce, sourced from the market that same day and carefully adapted to your tastes, budget, and dietary requirements. Prices range from around $70 per person to whatever you are willing to spend. House specials including Iberian “Joselito” ham with tomato bread, grilled baby squid, and chicken and foie gras cannelloni." - Isabelle Kliger, Gemma Askham

"It's easy to miss Passadís del Pep if you don't know what you're looking for—the more than 30-year-old spot is located down a long hallway in a nondescript apartment building, and there's no sign, so follow the address exactly. Once you arrive, you'll be greeted by a traditional-looking dining room, with stone walls, white tablecloths, impeccable service, and no menu in sight, as owner Joan Manubens Figueras prefers to serve whatever looks freshest at the market. When he first started the restaurant, the kitchen was run by his mother, and he continues to cook in her traditional style—fresh food founded in great ingredients and simple preparation, with a heavy emphasis on gorgeous local seafood (there are always a lot of crustaceans on offer). The no-menu situation also means no prices until you get the check, so expect to pay around 120 euros per person (including wine). "

Nice (if touristy) old school spot - great for tapas and Catalan specialties.