Duration
1h 30m
Best Time
Any time
Price
€€€
Closures
Closed on Sunday
About Cal Pep
Standing-room-only seafood institution where chef Pep serves impeccably fresh fish, prawns, and clams from the open kitchen. The energy is frenetic, the turnover is fast, and the quality is consistently outstanding. No reservations for the bar, which is where the action is.
Insider Tips
Arrive at 7:30pm sharp when they open for dinner to snag a bar seat without waiting, as queues form quickly.
Practical Details
Getting There
Address
Plaça de les Olles, 8, Ciutat Vella, 08003 Barcelona, Spain
Neighborhood
El Born & La RiberaNearest Metro
Frequently Asked Questions
Plan for about 1h 30m.
Cal Pep is in the El Born & La Ribera neighborhood of Barcelona. The address is Plaça de les Olles, 8, Ciutat Vella, 08003 Barcelona, Spain. The area is well-served by metro.
This works well at any time of day, though mornings tend to be quieter. Weekdays are less crowded than weekends.
Closed on Sunday. Check the official website for holiday closures and special hours.
Nearby in El Born & La Ribera
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