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Catalonian restaurant in Badalona, Barcelona
What should I order at Restaurant Can Rubiales?
What to order
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Croquetas caseras
Mentioned multiple times for their homemade quality and abundance, guests often ordered additional portions due to popularity and generous serving sizes.
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Cordero al horno
Described as spectacular and highly praised for its flavor and preparation, making it a standout main dish.
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Alioli casero
Called an indispensable accompaniment, highlighting its homemade quality as a must-try.
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Pan con tomate y ajo
Recommended as part of the traditional brasa cuisine, appreciated for its authenticity and taste.
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Calamares estrellados
Noted for being a surprisingly good mix and tasty dish, recommended as a starter.
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Escalivada
Mentioned as a well-liked starter, praised for its good quality and traditional preparation.
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Tarta de chocolate belga
Highly recommended dessert for its excellent taste and quality.
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Crep de dulce de leche
Another dessert highlighted for being very good and enjoyable.
Details
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | 1 to 4 PM |
| Wednesday | 1 to 4 PM |
| Thursday | 1 to 4 PM |
| Friday | 1 to 4 PM |
| Saturday | 1 to 4 PM |
| Sunday | 1 to 4 PM |
About Restaurant Can Rubiales
Restaurant Can Rubiales is a Catalonian and Mediterranean restaurant in Badalona, Barcelona. Reviews consistently describe it as a traditional, homemade place with friendly, attentive service and a typical Catalan atmosphere. Guests often praise the grilled meats, garlic rabbit, aioli, tripe, and steak on a stone, along with generous portions and good wine. It is also noted for breakfast and lunch, with a casual, cozy, quiet setting that works for groups and solo diners.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Restaurant Can Rubiales known for?
It is especially known for traditional Catalan cooking, including grilled meats, garlic rabbit, and aioli, with reviewers also calling out tripe and steak on a stone. People repeatedly mention the homemade food, abundant portions, and friendly service as reasons they return.
What dishes are most recommended at Restaurant Can Rubiales?
Reviewers most often highlight the garlic rabbit, grilled meats, tripe, aioli, and steak on a stone. Other specific dishes praised in reviews include pan con tomate y ajo, croquettes, escalivada, lamb, and homemade desserts like Belgian chocolate cake and dulce de leche crepes.
What is the atmosphere like at Restaurant Can Rubiales?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, quiet, and a bit trendy, with a bright and charming dining room and a typical Catalan feel. It is mentioned as a good fit for family lunches, groups, tourists, and solo dining.
Is Restaurant Can Rubiales good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is €10–30, and many reviews describe the food as affordable or good value, especially with the Tuesday to Friday menu. One review does note that some dishes can feel a bit expensive or uneven in portion size, even though the overall food quality is praised.
Does Restaurant Can Rubiales have reservations or busy times to plan for?
Yes, it accepts reservations, and brunch and lunch reservations are recommended. That makes it a practical choice for peak meal times, especially if you want to try the menu or dine with a group.
Is parking available at Restaurant Can Rubiales?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Restaurant Can Rubiales kid-friendly?
Yes, Restaurant Can Rubiales is good for kids.
