A minuscule, bottle-lined standing bar in Poble Sec, famous for artful montaditos built on great tinned seafood, and a deep vermouth and wine list. Fifth-generation family run. No chairs, no reservations, huge reputation. Go off-peak.
Key facts
| Hours | Mon-Fri 12:00-16:00 Mon-Fri 18:00-22:30 Sat-Sun closed |
|---|---|
| Price | $$ |
| Phone | — |
| Website | — |
| Nearest transit | Metro Paral·lel (L2, L3), ~4 min walk |
| Time needed | 45-60 minutes |
| Best time to go | Weekday, right at noon open or mid-afternoon lull |
| Last verified | July 15, 2026 |
Friend Score
8.1/10- Value8.2
- iconic7.5
- Freshness9.3
- excellence8.0
- Crowd level4.0
- Authenticity9.0
- Accessibility7.5
Frequently asked questions
- Is it expensive?
- It's mid-range. Individual montaditos are modest, but they add up quickly because they're so good you keep ordering, and the fancier tinned toppings aren't cheap. Budget a bit more than a basic tapas bar.
- What is a montadito at Quimet & Quimet?
- It's a small open-faced bite built on a slice of bread, layered with things like smoked salmon, yogurt and honey, or top-quality tinned mussels and caviar. They're assembled to order at the counter and are the whole reason to come.
- Why is it so cramped?
- It's a genuinely tiny bodega packed floor-to-ceiling with bottles, and it's popular, so it fills fast. That squeeze is part of its charm. Go right when it opens or mid-afternoon to breathe a little.
- Is it worth the trek to Poble Sec?
- Yes. It's one of the most beloved, genuinely local-feeling tapas experiences in the city, and Poble Sec is an easy metro ride. Combine it with more bars on nearby Carrer de Blai.
- When is Quimet & Quimet open?
- Generally Monday to Friday, roughly noon to 4pm and 6pm to 10:30pm, and closed weekends. That weekend closure surprises a lot of visitors, so plan a weekday and ideally an off-peak hour.
- Does Quimet & Quimet take reservations?
- No, it's first come, first served and there are no chairs. The space is tiny and standing-only, which keeps people rotating through. Arrive at opening or in a lull to get a bit of counter to lean on.
- Can vegetarians eat here?
- There are some non-seafood montaditos, but the menu leans heavily on tinned fish and cured meats. Vegetarians will find a few options but won't get the full experience. Ask the staff what they can build.
- What should I drink there?
- Ask the staff to pair a wine or a vermouth with your montaditos; they know their list cold. The bottle-lined walls aren't just decor. A good pairing lifts the whole experience.
Nearby in Ask Barcelona
- Bar CaldersRestaurant0.39 km · 5 min walk
- Poble-secNeighborhood0.4 km · 5 min walk
- Mercat de Sant AntoniMarket0.59 km · 7 min walk
- Jardins de Joan BrossaPark0.63 km · 8 min walk
- El RavalNeighborhood0.74 km · 9 min walk
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