Last Updated on March 19, 2026 by Emma Fajcz | Published: September 6, 2017
Looking for the best pastry shops in Barcelona? We’ve made rounded up our favorite picks for the 7 best pastry shops in Barcelona–covering the classic, the modern, and everything in between.
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La Colmena
La Colmena is one of the oldest cake shops in Barcelona. For more than a century it has delighted Plaça de l’Àngel square, where it is located, with its fragrant aroma of home-made candies and cakes.
Crammed full of delicious pastries, bocadillos, and traditional Catalan sweets, it truly is a very special place. Adults and children will love the old-style interior and the daily hustle and bustle of this local neighborhood gem.
📍 Location: Plaça de l’Àngel, 12, Ciutat Vella, 08002 Barcelona, Spain
Foix de Sarrià
Up in the hills of Barcelona, the pristine neighborhood of Sarrià boasts some of the most classic family-owned businesses in the city. One of these is Foix de Sarrià, one of the best pastry shops in Barcelona opened in 1886.
Notably, one of the most solicited sweets here would be the turrón de crema. This is a delicious nougat made with almonds, eggs, creme, cinnamon, and lemon, and is a typical Catalan Christmas food. Sarrià isn’t necessarily central, although it’s well-worth a bus or metro-ride up and especially recommended for those who truly desire to get off the tourist track.
📍 Location: Carrer Major de Sarrià, 57, Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, 08017 Barcelona, Spain
Pastisseria Escribà
Despite its touristy location, Escribà is nonetheless one of the best pastry shops in Barcelona. Housed in a beautiful art nouveau building on Las Ramblas, be sure to take note of lovely details like the mosaic façade and stained glass windows.
It’s the perfect spot to enjoy a freshly baked croissant and a cup of coffee first thing in the morning. Furthermore, check out their other location on Gran Via to explore around their showroom and learn more about the Escribà family and their long history in the artisan pastry business.
📍 Location: La Rambla, 83, Ciutat Vella, 08001 Barcelona, Spain
Forn Baluard
When Anna Bellsolà decided to open a traditional, wood-burning oven bakery back in 2007, people told her she was crazy. The traditions of bread making have slowly industrialized in Barcelona, therefore, it’s rare to find places like Baluard.
Their motto states that no two loaves are ever the same. Once you try their almond croissant you’ll also fall in love with its incredible cakes and bakes!
📍 Location: Carrer del Baluard, 38, Ciutat Vella, 08003 Barcelona, Spain
Pastisseria Principe
Tucked away on a small street in the village of Gracia lies a lovely little oasis of Middle Eastern goodness. Each day at Pastisseria Principae, Mostafa and his team make over 3,000 Syrian pieces of different baklava. Mostafa actually came to Barcelona on holiday 30 years ago and never made it back to Syria. Over the years, surprisingly, he has become one of the most important pastry chefs in the city.
📍 Location: Carrer de les Guilleries, 10, Gràcia, 08012 Barcelona, Spain
Hofmann Pastelería
Hofmann Pastelería, located in the Born neighborhood, is not only one of Barcelona’s best pastry shops, but also its very own school and institution. Each morning, try a different type of stuffed croissant – they are all delicious! There are also many other delightful pastries adorning the counter-tops inside this famous bakery, so make sure to check out the daily specials.
📍 Location: Carrer dels Flassaders, 44, Ciutat Vella, 08003 Barcelona, Spain
Xurreria Trebol
Finally, what would a list of Barcelona pastry shops be without a churreria? Freshly made xurros, as they’re called in Catalan, are also an endangered species here in Barcelona. Many have begun to close down one by one due to expensive rents and difficult access to street vendor permits.
El Trebol is possibly another one of the oldest surviving and best pastry shops in Barcelona. Don’t miss their excellent churros–especially when paired with a cup of hot chocolate.
📍 Location: Carrer de Còrsega, 341, Gràcia, 08037 Barcelona, Spain
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Best Pastry Shops in Barcelona FAQs
What pastry is Barcelona famous for?
Barcelona is best known for ensaimadas and xuixos. The xuixo is a deep-fried, sugar-coated pastry filled with custard, while ensaimadas, a soft, spiral-shaped pastry, are popular across Catalonia and often enjoyed for breakfast or as a sweet snack.
What are the best pastry shops in Barcelona?
Some of the best pastry shops in Barcelona include are Foix de Sarrià, Pastisseria Escribà, Forn Baluard, and Hofmann Pastisseria. You’ll find great bakeries in neighborhoods like El Born, Eixample, and Gràcia. These spots offer everything from classic Catalan pastries to innovative, French-inspired desserts made with high-quality ingredients.
What time do people eat pastries in Barcelona?
Pastries are most commonly enjoyed in the morning or mid-afternoon, often paired with coffee. Many locals stop at a bakery for breakfast or for la merienda (an afternoon snack), though bakeries typically stay open throughout the day.
Are Barcelona bakeries different from French patisseries?
Yes! While Barcelona has many French-influenced pastry shops, traditional Catalan bakeries tend to focus on rustic recipes, local ingredients, and regional specialties. You’ll find less emphasis on elaborate presentation and more on traditional recipes.
How can you find authentic pastry shops in Barcelona?
To find authentic bakeries, look for locally owned spots with a steady flow of residents, simple displays, and freshly made goods. Avoid places with overly touristy, multilingual signage or mass-produced pastries, and explore neighborhoods outside the busiest areas for the best quality and value.
Foix de Sarria also has amazing hot chocolate and almond croissants. Sarria was a lovely place to walk around in, with even more village flavor than Gracia. It is one of the stops on the Bus Turistic.
Sarria is absolutely looooovely, and way off the beaten path! You’re very lovely to have discovered it. Thanks for the comment and tips for our readers!
Hi Rene!
Any of these places sell good pastel de crema catalan? I found some at Mauri but would like to try some other place that has this dessert! What do you think of Mauri btw?
Hi Dave! Mauri is amazing–such a Barcelona classic! We absolutely love Pastisseria Ideal for the cremat, which is a pastry version of crema catalana. Another great spot is Bar del Pla–it’s a restaurant but has many delicious desserts!
Trebos only has cold xurros, no chocolate. Quite a walk for not so fresh xurros, while there are plenty more throughout town (although indeed not easy to find anymore). Also Brunell seems to be closed or at least it wasn’t open for the last week…
Hi Stefan! Brunells unfortunately did close for good on July 29th. It’s such a shame that the city has lost an institution. We’ll get the post updated!