Restaurante Ponsa, established in 1940, is a classic dining spot located in a former 19th-century wine cellar. The restaurant offers a menu featuring high-quality ingredients sourced from local farmers and the Mercat de la Boqueria, focusing on traditional Catalan home cooking.
With one of the few remaining coal kitchens in Barcelona, Ponsa specializes in traditional dishes, including stews and seafood, served in a charming, classic tavern atmosphere with a majestic bar and a tranquil terrace.
Information sourced from restaurant website and may be subject to change.
Menu
Recommended Dishes
Tomaquet d’hort€13.80
A fresh tomato salad, perfect for a light start.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 200
Drinks/Beverages
Estofado de toro lidia (only on Mondays)€13.90
A rich bull stew, slow-cooked for maximum flavour.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Bacalao con tomaquet o ajillo€18.90
Cod served with a tomato or garlic sauce, a classic dish.
Allergens: Fish, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 423
Rabo de buey estofado (only on Wednesdays)€17.90
Oxtail stew, tender and flavourful, perfect for a hearty meal.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Paella valenciana (only on Thursdays)€9.90
Traditional Valencian paella, a rice dish with meat and vegetables.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 660
Xai rostit€17.90
Roasted lamb, seasoned to perfection and served with sides.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 126
Tortilla de xanquet€11.90
A traditional Spanish omelette made with eggs and potatoes.
Allergens: Eggs, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 385
Ensaladilla Rusa natural€11.90
A classic Russian salad made with vegetables and mayonnaise.
Allergens: Eggs, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 275
Sopa de rape€8.30
A hearty monkfish soup, rich in flavour and nutrients.
Allergens: Fish, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Espárragos verdes con langostinos€15.90
Green asparagus served with prawns, a delightful combination.
Allergens: Shellfish, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 423
Almejas gallegas marinera (Carril)€27.80
Galician clams cooked in a traditional marinara sauce.
Allergens: Shellfish, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Salteado de setas€15.80
Sautéed mushrooms, seasoned and served as a side dish.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 136
Melon con jamon de bellota€18.90
Sweet melon paired with acorn-fed ham, a perfect starter.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 138
Fricando con setas€14.80
A meat stew with mushrooms, rich and comforting.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 500
Croquetas de gallina€7.90
Chicken croquettes, crispy on the outside and soft inside.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 80
Vichyssoise€8.90
A creamy potato and leek soup, served cold.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 489
Puré de verduras natural€7.40
A natural vegetable purée, smooth and healthy.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Pate casa Ponsa€9.90
Homemade pâté, rich and flavourful, served with bread.
Allergens: Gluten, Wheat, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 423
Verdura salteada de huerto€9.90
Sautéed garden vegetables, fresh and vibrant.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Caracoles a la empordanesa€13.75
Snails prepared in a traditional Empordà style.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Redondo de ternera frío con rusa€10.90
Cold beef round served with Russian salad.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 242
Gazpacho andaluz€9.50
A refreshing cold soup made from tomatoes and vegetables.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 150
Ensalada de garbanzos€9.90
Chickpea salad, hearty and nutritious, perfect for a light meal.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 200
Escalibada con anghoas€14.70
Roasted vegetables served with anchovies, a delightful dish.
Allergens: Fish, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 423
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Beverage options available upon request.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Dietary & Allergen Information: Please be aware that our dish analysis is powered by AI and may contain errors. Always check with your server before ordering.
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Address
Carrer d'Enric Granados, 89, L'Eixample, 08008 Barcelona, Spain
GPS
41.392112, 2.1565004
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