The restaurants are listed alphabetically within these different categories, which serve as guidelines rather than absolute definitions of the establishments.
Spanish VAT (IVA) is 7% and is included in all menu prices. If not, it will be stated that prices are exclusive of IVA.
Tipping is not a widespread practice in Barcelona but, of course, should you wish to leave a gratuity, it is always appreciated. In the upscale restaurants, it is customary to leave a few hundred Pesetas, never usually more than EUR3. Occasionally, a cover charge of about EUR1 is added to the bill but the menu should mention this.
The prices quoted on pages are for a three-course meal and for a bottle of house wine; they include IVA but do not include tip.
