As much tapas bar as restaurant, Cal Pep is always packed: get here early for the coveted seats at the front. There is a cosy dining room at the back, but it's a shame to miss the show. The affable Pep will take the order, steering neophytes towards the trifásico - a mélange of fried whitebait, squid rings and shrimp. Other favourites are the exquisite little tallarines (wedge clams), and botifarra sausage with beans. For afters, squeeze in four shot glasses of foam - coconut with rum, coffee, crema catalana and lemon.
Area Born & St Pere
Transport Metro Barceloneta
Telephone 93 310 79 61
Open 7.30-11.30pm Mon; 1-4pm, 7.30-11.30pm Tue-Fri; 1-4pm Sat. Closed Aug and Easter wk
Main courses €15
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