The Best Brunch Spots In El Born Barcelona Spain

The district El Born, located next to the Gothic Quarter, is one of the most authentic and vibrant areas of Barcelona. It offers some of the best places to eat in the city, from designer restaurants to trendy terraces or small eclectic bars. So if you are looking for the ideal place to enjoy a delicious Sunday brunch, El Born is the place to go.

1. Picnic

Restaurant, Spanish, European, Mediterranean

Picnic is a small restaurant, with simple and comfortable decorations along with delicious food. The restaurant was one of the first in Barcelona to offer brunch. You can eat all types of toast, pancakes, natural juices, cakes or eggs Benedict, their specialty.

2. Alsur Café

Bar, Cafe, Contemporary

Alsur Café is the ideal place to eat with friends. With four different areas (sofas, tables, the bar and a terrace), it is the perfect environment to enjoy the cuisine and the atmosphere of El Born. The cafe offers a wide variety of pastries, coffees and, of course, brunch.

3. Tosca

Bar, Spanish, Cocktails, Wine, Beer

Although known for its wine and tapas, this restaurant also offers a delicious brunch. Tosca is inviting and stylish and is located right in front of Palau de la Música, a beautiful modernist concert hall, which makes for a beautiful view.

4. Elsa y Fred

Elsa y Fred

Elsa y Fred has an extensive menu full of creative and innovative dishes. The place has a very warm and intimate atmosphere, complete with wooden tables and leather couches, which makes it great for sharing brunch with someone special.
Elsa y Fred, Carrer del Rec Comtal 11, Barcelona, Spain, +34 935 016 611

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5. Café Blueproject

Cafe, Spanish, Coffee, Tea , Vegetarian

The Café Blueproject is the café of the Blueproject Foundation, an arts center on Carrer de la Princesa. It is driven by a philosophy of sustainability and healthy living for people and the environment. Their innovative approach to vegetarian cuisine produces fresh and artistic meals, which are also full of flavor.

6. Ziryab

Restaurant, Bar, Tapas

This small and cozy restaurant in El Born combines Arabian and Mediterranean cuisine to create delicious and tasty meals. With its fusion of gastronomy from different cultures, Ziryab is a great place to try a new take on brunch.

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