Barcelona is calling for a new gastronomic operator in the iconic modernist kiosk of the Font d’en Fargues. This place offers snacks, tapas and drinks on a terrace that seats a maximum of 40 people. The kiosk accelerates its opening as a bar. From there the City Council of Barcelona has gotten to tender this enclosure that is part of the history of the Horta enclosure. This with the aim of transforming it into a chiringuito that sells refreshments and meals. With a terrace for 40 people and three annexed toilets. Inside and outside the works are finished, the only thing missing is for the company to start negotiations. In addition, the council has given the companies time to submit their bids and decide on the most attractive proposal. This contract will last four years and will have a fee of at least 3,000 euros per year. It is a kiosk known for its modern style and historical relevance. It has become the meeting and reference point for visitors and neighbors in the area. The City Council’s main objective is to revitalize this space and offer a quality gastronomic proposal that contributes to the social and cultural life of the neighborhood.
Enclosure protection
A key point of the contract is the protection of the enclosure, in this sense the consistory covered its back in order to avoid any damage to this emblematic enclosure, which for years has suffered acts of vandalism. This contract states the following: “given its historical and cultural importance, the concession holder is prohibited from any action that damages the space”. It also states that it is forbidden to hold parties, barbecues or events, as well as live music or loudspeakers. The kiosk will be open every day of the year, including holidays, weekends and holiday eves. During the summer season the hours will be from 10:00 am to 9:00 pm. During the winter season the kiosk will close at 19:00 hours. To this end, the bar will offer hot sandwiches prepared on a griddle, but in no way will they be fried or baked food, to avoid fire hazards. The tender will take into account that the operator of the kiosk-bar will carry out recreational and social activities in order to satisfy the relationship with neighborhood and cultural entities of the district of Horta-Guinardó.
Barcelona opens call: City Council rehabilitates Font d’en Fargues
The City Council is inclined to the recovery of the heritage of the neighborhood of Font d’en Fargues, this are the works that began last year. Taking into account that respect the shape and original materials of the kiosk. It also enabled a zone of children’s play areas, picnic and petanque courts. These environments have increased the influx of walkers and neighbors. The City Council has pointed out that the cost of the rehabilitation has increased to 3 million euros.
Selection criteria
Barcelona opens a call for entries, in which the originality and quality of the gastronomic proposal will be valued. Also the commitment to sustainability, the economic viability of the project and respect for the environment. This decision is part of the City Council’s plan to promote the conservation and responsible use of the city’s historic spaces. In addition to supporting the local economy through the creation of opportunities for companies and entrepreneurs in the gastronomic sector.
Barcelona opens call for applications: Opportunity for new gastronomic talent
According to the City Council, the aim is to make the Font d’en Fargues kiosk a lively and dynamic meeting point for all citizens. This means that this call is an opportunity for new gastronomic talents to contribute to the enrichment of our community and the preservation of our heritage. It should be noted that the area was opened in February of this year, only the bar-kiosk is missing. Which was built by the architect Roc Cot and is part of the picnic area that is right next to the fountain where families spent the summer evenings. Now that you know that Barcelona opens its call, you will love to visit the Font d’en Fargues, which with its rich history and modernist charm enters a new stage of its legacy. This, accompanied by an operator who knows very well how to combine modernity and tradition in a proposal that honors this recognized corner of Barcelona.
