What should I order at Bar El Pulguilla?
Bar El Pulguilla
Octopus
Mentioned multiple times as one of the standout seafood dishes, including praise for the pulpo/pulpos and comments that it was "excellent" and "amazing."
Calamari
Frequently recommended for being very fresh and delicious, with reviewers calling the calamari some of the best they've ever had and praising the small squid versions too.
Prawns
Repeatedly highlighted as fresh, flavorful, and memorable, including comments that they melt in your mouth and are among the freshest seafood reviewers had in Spain.
Cod
Recommended as part of the fresh fish selection and specifically praised for its freshness and quality in the complimentary tapas.
Sardines
Mentioned as a tasty, reasonably priced half-portion and part of the fresh seafood tapas selection that reviewers loved.
Baby Squid
Strongly recommended for its taste and texture, with reviewers calling the calamaritos planchas a favorite tapa and describing them as especially good.
Fried Battered Small Anchovies
Praised as "really really good" and compared to fishy french fries, making them a standout tapa that reviewers wanted to return for.
Pil-Pil Shrimps
Recommended because they were described as tasty, with good portion size, and included among the best free tapas choices.
Steamed Mussels
Called huge and part of an especially strong seafood meal, showing up as one of the favorites in a highly praised half-portion feast.
Cockles in Garlic Sauce
Specifically singled out as a favorite for being fresh and flavorful, and one of the best items in the seafood selection.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 1 to 3:45 PM, 7:30 to 11:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 1 to 3:45 PM, 7:30 to 11:30 PM |
| Thursday | 1 to 3:45 PM, 7:30 to 11:30 PM |
| Friday | 1 to 3:45 PM, 7:30 to 11:30 PM |
| Saturday | 1 to 3:45 PM, 7:30 to 11:30 PM |
| Sunday | 1 to 3:45 PM, 7:30 to 11:30 PM |
About Bar El Pulguilla
Fried fish specialties dished up in a bar & restaurant that has a laid-back atmosphere & a terrace.
Amenities & services
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Sports
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Paid parking lot
Frequently asked questions
What is Bar El Pulguilla known for?
It is best known for seafood tapas and fried fish specialties, especially the free tapa with each drink and the fish options served in half portions or raciones. Reviewers repeatedly mention fresh prawns, squid, cod, sardines, octopus, and anchovies, along with very good value for the price.
What dishes are most recommended at Bar El Pulguilla?
Reviewers most often recommend pulpo, calamaritos planchas, chanquete or small fried anchovies, prawns, and bacalao a la plancha. Other frequently praised items include calamari, sardines, steamed mussels, and pil-pil shrimp, with multiple comments about the seafood tasting fresh and well seasoned.
What is the atmosphere like at Bar El Pulguilla?
The vibe is laid-back, authentic, and lively, with many locals and regulars, plus a large back area and terrace seating. It is described as busy and not especially romantic, but a good fit for groups and casual meals because the staff handles crowds quickly and politely.
Is Bar El Pulguilla good value, and what does it cost?
Yes, it is widely described as very good value, and the listed price range is €10 to €20. Reviewers mention examples like 4 drinks and 4 fish dishes for about €10 to €12, or a two-person bill around €56 for several half portions and drinks, which is why many call the prices reasonable.
What should I know about ordering and timing at Bar El Pulguilla?
The drink-and-tapa system is a big part of the experience, with reviewers noting that each beer or wine can come with a free tapa or a choice from several complimentary dishes. It gets very busy, but people say the kitchen turns food out fast, and one review notes the terrace can be a sun trap from about 1 to 4 in the afternoon.
Is parking available at Bar El Pulguilla?
Yes. Paid parking lot is available.
Is Bar El Pulguilla kid-friendly?
Yes, Bar El Pulguilla is good for kids.
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