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The Best Acai Bowls in Barcelona

Acai is the Brazilian superfood that has migrated its way around the world thanks to its nutrient properties and health benefits. It is typically served in health cafes and vegan restaurants, in bowl-style topped with fresh fruits and granola.

Upon arriving in Barcelona I was pleased at how easy this frozen meal was to come by. I have a favorite acai spot in each neighborhood, these are a few of the best!

Green Berry in Barcelona

Green Berry is my ultimate for acai in Barcelona, but I don鈥檛 make it out to this part of the city as often as I would like. The south of Garcia is a hotspot for museums, Gaudi attractions and guided walking tours; those who call this city home don鈥檛 necessarily 鈥渉ang out鈥� here.

Green Berry in Barcelona – by Green Berry –

Their acai is traditional. What I mean by this is that they don鈥檛 blend it with a bunch of other ingredients to make their stock go further. You want acai, you get acai. They top their bowls with fresh berries, banana and delicious homemade granola.

Green Berry is one of few spots where you can eat acai late into the evening in Barcelona.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: Monday to Sunday – 8am to 10pm

ADDRESS: Carrer d’Enric Granados, 153, 08008 Barcelona, Spain

METRO STATION: Proven莽a

Vegan Bowls in Barcelona

Vegan Bowls is where all the fruitarians in Barcelona hang out every day. They are known for their very over the top fruit bowls that they pile high with fresh produce, their acai bowls included.

They are also known for their impressive vegan bakery where you can find everything from soft-baked cookies to donuts.

Vegan Bowls in Barcelona – by Vegan Bowls –

At Vegan Bowls you can order vegan burgers that use the Beyond Meat patties, something I鈥檝e struggled to find around Barcelona.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: Monday to Sunday – 10am to 8pm

ADDRESS: Carrer dels Tallers, 79, 08001 Barcelona, Spain

METRO STATION: Universitat

Almalibre A莽a铆 Bar in Barcelona

At Almalibre they serve your acai bowl with three toppings of your choice. At first glance of the list you might think three is not enough, but when the bowl arrives and you see the generous portioning you鈥檒l understand.

This is thick, traditionally blended acai thats isn鈥檛 watered down to cut costs. Topping options include fresh fruits, granola, cereals, chocolate chips, dried berries and superfood seeds.

Almalibre A莽a铆 Bar in Barcelona – by Almalibre A莽a铆 –

If you鈥檝e yet to see Gaudi鈥檚 Casa Mil脿 it鈥檚 just two blocks west from Almalibre. The Casa Batll贸 is three blocks south.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: Tuesday TO SUNDAY 鈥� 10am to 7pm

ADDRESS: Carrer de Girona, 118, 08009 Barcelona, Spain

METRO STATION: Verdaguer

Brunch & Cake in Barcelona

For the most colorful foods in town, come to Brunch & Cake. Situated just behind the University of Barcelona, this is a hot spot for students and freelancers in the area. Because of this, prices in Brunch & Cake are also kept low.

Brunch & Cake in Barcelona – by Brunch & Cake –

Their acai is a breakfast treat and worth the thirty minute wait you鈥檙e likely to encounter at the door. The rest of the menu is comprised of vegan and vegetarian health foods that will actually blow your mind. I usually have acai as a starter here, then move on to something more hearty as a main.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: Monday to Sunday – 8am to 9:30pm

ADDRESS: Carrer d’Enric Granados, 19, 08007 Barcelona, Spain

METRO STATION: Universitat

Flexbowls in Barcelona

I came to Flexbowls in search of the best pancakes in Barcelona. I believe I found them, and also found some of the best acai bowls in the process.

This is a great refreshment spot, particularly if you鈥檙e between sight seeing or free guided walking tours around the old town. Service is quick, portions are generous and prices are relatively low.

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I love that they open for 12 hours a day, making room for breakfast, brunch, lunch and early dinner if so desired.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: Monday to Saturday – 8am to 8pm

ADDRESS: Carrer de la Diputaci贸, 289, 08009 Barcelona, Spain

METRO STATION: Passeig de Gr脿cia

Fitbar in Barcelona

Fitbar is where I run to for acai while sending the day on Barceloneta beach. It鈥檚 more of a grab-&-go type of place as opposed to a sit down cafe.

This also happens to be the most authentic, traditional acai in all of Barcelona. Unlike other cafes, Fitbar does not blend their acai berries with anything. They simply scoop the frozen puree as is, and top it off with whatever you like.

Fitbar in Barcelona – by Fitbar –

You鈥檒l taste the difference immediately. There鈥檚 a reason why Brazilian travelers only eat here during their time in the city. A must-try for anyone who enjoys their acai.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: Monday to Saturday – 10am to 9pm

ADDRESS: Carrer de Sant Miquel, 41, 08003 Barcelona, Spain

METRO STATION: Barceloneta

Flax&Kale in Barcelona

After having acai at Fitbar, you鈥檙e going to be a harsh judge on any bowl that follows it. The acai at Flax&Kale is loosely blended and not as traditional as you now might like.

Nevertheless, the meal is still delicious and topped with their own granola and fresh fruits. The interior of this beautiful cafe also makes up for the average acai bowls.

One perk is that you can order them until closing at 11:30pm daily. Acai for dinner!

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: Monday to Sunday – 9am to 11:30pm

ADDRESS: Carrer dels Tallers, 74b, 08001 Barcelona, Spain

METRO STATION: Universitat

Copasetic in Barcelona

Last, but not least, I give you the latest-night dining option for acai in Barcelona. This spot stays open until midnight, serving their brunch foods for the duration of the day.

While their acai bowls are wonderful and worth the trip to Rocafort alone, their pancakes are something also not to be missed. Treat yourself: order both!

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: Tuesday to Sunday – 10:30am to 12am

ADDRESS: Carrer de la Diputaci贸, 55, 08015 Barcelona, Spain

METRO STATION: Rocafort