Mercat de Santa Caterina

Clean, friendly store owners and the prices here are much more reasonable compared to the more popular one. We had our lunch here at Bar Joan which was fantastic. Highly recommend

We ended up here by accident when exploring the Gothic neighborhood in Barcelona Spain. I saw plenty of spots where you can buy fruits, meat, pasta, veggies, cheese. The market looks clean and organized from side to side. Nice and clean restrooms available for customer with the purchase receipt. There is a restaurant where you can find and order tapas and other other delicious 🤤 dishes. Once you order it takes about 10 minutes for you to enjoy your food. We liked this place and we hope to come back one day.

Mercat de Santa Caterina is a lovely fresh food market in the heart of Barcelona. It’s very much an unprepared food market vs a market with lots of pre-prepared food. But there are a number of casual eateries and restaurants. It’s less crowded than the famous Boqueria, which makes for a more relaxed experience as you browse through stalls filled with the freshest fruits, vegetables, seafood, and meats. We had delicious fresh orange juice, coffee and sandwich at to La Torna, a yummy little bakery inside the market. A wonderful local market experience with a unique charm.

vibrant and bustling market that offers a wonderful slice of local life in Barcelona. The market is housed under a stunning, colorful, wavy roof that is a piece of art in itself, making it a striking landmark in the city. Inside, the market is a feast for the senses. It boasts a wide variety of fresh produce, including fruits, vegetables, meats, seafood, and an array of gourmet products. The stalls are beautifully arranged, and the quality of the goods is top-notch, reflecting the pride of the local vendors. One of the highlights of visiting Mercat de Santa Caterina is the opportunity to sample traditional Catalan and Spanish delicacies. From delicious cheeses and freshly baked pastries and bread, there's something to satisfy every palate. The market also features several eateries and tapas bars where you can enjoy a quick bite or a leisurely meal. The atmosphere is lively and welcoming, with friendly vendors who are happy to share their knowledge and offer recommendations. It's a great place to immerse yourself in the local culture and experience the vibrant culinary scene of Barcelona.

A step away from the crowds but a step into food heaven. Evening if you plan to buy nothing you will! The stalls were so beautiful, and, to be honest the stall keeps so friendly, they were pleased to see us. We succumbed to jamon sliced for us by hand and a selection of artisanal cheeses to die for! If you tired of fighting crowds elsewhere, head to Mercat de Santa Caterina

Nice and cozy market. We’ve found her the best Iberico ham in the city. Manol very passionately and descriptively explained the difference between different types of iberico ham. I was not going to buy anything but he is a pro! Very nice and many thanks, Manol.

A beautiful local market full of fresh ingredients as well as coffee and baked goods. If you get tired of tapas or want some food to carry around, this is a great place to go.

We chanced upon this market on our first day in Barcelona and we love how local it is compared to the popular one on the main street. Lots of things to see and buy. We bought lots of jamon from one of the stalls and they were so delicious. We were able to try some products before buying too. Skip the main market and come to this instead!

Clean, friendly store owners and the prices here are much more reasonable compared to the more popular one. We had our lunch here at Bar Joan which was fantastic. Highly recommend

We ended up here by accident when exploring the Gothic neighborhood in Barcelona Spain. I saw plenty of spots where you can buy fruits, meat, pasta, veggies, cheese. The market looks clean and organized from side to side. Nice and clean restrooms available for customer with the purchase receipt. There is a restaurant where you can find and order tapas and other other delicious 🤤 dishes. Once you order it takes about 10 minutes for you to enjoy your food. We liked this place and we hope to come back one day.

Mercat de Santa Caterina is a lovely fresh food market in the heart of Barcelona. It’s very much an unprepared food market vs a market with lots of pre-prepared food. But there are a number of casual eateries and restaurants. It’s less crowded than the famous Boqueria, which makes for a more relaxed experience as you browse through stalls filled with the freshest fruits, vegetables, seafood, and meats. We had delicious fresh orange juice, coffee and sandwich at to La Torna, a yummy little bakery inside the market. A wonderful local market experience with a unique charm.

vibrant and bustling market that offers a wonderful slice of local life in Barcelona. The market is housed under a stunning, colorful, wavy roof that is a piece of art in itself, making it a striking landmark in the city. Inside, the market is a feast for the senses. It boasts a wide variety of fresh produce, including fruits, vegetables, meats, seafood, and an array of gourmet products. The stalls are beautifully arranged, and the quality of the goods is top-notch, reflecting the pride of the local vendors. One of the highlights of visiting Mercat de Santa Caterina is the opportunity to sample traditional Catalan and Spanish delicacies. From delicious cheeses and freshly baked pastries and bread, there's something to satisfy every palate. The market also features several eateries and tapas bars where you can enjoy a quick bite or a leisurely meal. The atmosphere is lively and welcoming, with friendly vendors who are happy to share their knowledge and offer recommendations. It's a great place to immerse yourself in the local culture and experience the vibrant culinary scene of Barcelona.

A step away from the crowds but a step into food heaven. Evening if you plan to buy nothing you will! The stalls were so beautiful, and, to be honest the stall keeps so friendly, they were pleased to see us. We succumbed to jamon sliced for us by hand and a selection of artisanal cheeses to die for! If you tired of fighting crowds elsewhere, head to Mercat de Santa Caterina

Nice and cozy market. We’ve found her the best Iberico ham in the city. Manol very passionately and descriptively explained the difference between different types of iberico ham. I was not going to buy anything but he is a pro! Very nice and many thanks, Manol.

A beautiful local market full of fresh ingredients as well as coffee and baked goods. If you get tired of tapas or want some food to carry around, this is a great place to go.

We chanced upon this market on our first day in Barcelona and we love how local it is compared to the popular one on the main street. Lots of things to see and buy. We bought lots of jamon from one of the stalls and they were so delicious. We were able to try some products before buying too. Skip the main market and come to this instead!