Food and drink at Time Out Market Barcelona: our ultimate guide

Paral·lelo Gelato is one of the city's undisputed benchmarks for artisanal ice cream. Starting out in the heart of Gràcia, the project has won unanimous acclaim from critics and crowds alike thanks to a radical philosophy: total control of the process from scratch. The team personally selects every nut, roasting and refining them in their own workshop to guarantee a purity of flavor that is second to none. This commitment to in-house production allows them to deliver high-definition textures and surprisingly velvety creaminess, both in their traditional dairy-based recipes and their celebrated line of vegan sorbets and dairy-free options.

Greensland is all about fresh, nutritious, and accessible food for any time of the day. Operating under the motto “Normal food for everyday people,” this restaurant brand shuns restrictive diets in favor of a balanced, colorful menu that is perfect for daily life. The eatery has evolved from its original salad-and-wrap-focused format into a full menu that brilliantly covers all the bases, from breakfast to dinner.

La Bikineria by Joan Gurguí has brought its highly coveted pressed sandwiches to Time Out Market Barcelona, elevating this local staple to cult culinary status. The secret to its success—a journey that started in 2018 at Mercat del Ninot and expanded with a flagship restaurant on Passeig de Sant Joan—lies in the split-second precision of their pressing technique. This method achieves the ultimate golden, crispy crunch, completely avoiding the soggy, sad outcome of everyday home sandwich makers. Gurguí is a firm believer that any sandwich can become a sublime creation if every single detail is meticulously curated and packed with high-quality, chef-driven fillings.

At Croquetelle, the humble croquette is transformed from a simple side into a gourmet centerpiece. This new venture from the team behind Casa Amàlia is all about slow-cooked, low and slow recipes and top-tier local ingredients—think free-range chicken from Mas Planeses or fresh red prawns from the Catalan coast. These croquetelles are handmade, XL-sized, and coated in a light, perfectly crisp panko. From their rich, creamy escudella stew croquette to vegetarian-friendly options like grilled eggplant, every bite is a masterclass in traditional flavor. Be sure to try their bites too, like the beach calamari mollete.

The Fish & Chips Shop at Time Out Market Barcelona offers a menu that is entirely gluten-free. This concept, created by brothers Mani and Magid Alam, reimagines the British classic as a lighter, more inclusive experience. The secret lies in their signature chestnut-smoked tempura batter; by swapping wheat for a crunchy blend of chickpea flour, cornmeal, and cereal flakes, they’ve perfected a coating that beautifully complements their fresh hake and cod.

Beyond the main event—served with spiced fries and tartar sauce—the menu features standout dishes like battered octopus with brava sauce, Thai prawns with peanut sauce, and a fried shrimp Po'Boy served on house-made gluten-free bread. It’s a refined take on comfort food that draws on the brothers' Indo-Pakistani roots, offering generous portions without the greasiness of a traditional chippy.

At 9 de Julio, Argentine cuisine is served with a side of history. This spot honors the ritual of the shared table through its two crowning jewels: gourmet empanadas and premium milanesas. Their empanadas feature traditional hand-cut beef and range from time-honored classics like chicken or ham and cheese to inspired options like eggplant, cheese and honey. The milanesas are everything they should be –crispy, golden, and generous– always served with a side of fries. Choose from four styles, including the iconic Napolitana, the onion-loaded Fugazzeta, or a creamy mushroom topping. Rounding out the menu are artisanal pastas and quintessential desserts like dulce de leche pancakes. More than just a kitchen, it’s a authentic slice of Argentina in Barcelona, inviting you to savor generational recipes one bite at a time.