Barcelona is a world-class culinary epicenter. With a total of 37 Michelin stars spread across several restaurants, the city continues to shine on the international gastronomic scene. If you are looking for an experience that delights all your senses, this is the perfect time to explore some of the city’s best restaurants.
The gastronomic elite: restaurants with three Michelin stars
In Barcelona, the exclusive group of three Michelin-starred restaurants offers not only food, but a true experience. From the presentation of the dishes to the fusion of flavors, every bite is a masterpiece.
Disfrutar:
Located in the heart of the Eixample, in front of the emblematic Ninot Market, this restaurant stands out not only for its culinary offerings, but also for its fascinating design. The decoration is a tribute to the history and heritage of the Mediterranean, where ceramics become the common thread that defines the interior space.
Upon entering, diners are greeted by an area inspired by the forged slabs of the Ninot Market and the vibrant colors of Mironian ceramics. A central corridor, made of ceramics with shades and textures that evoke argila, crosses a kitchen that is completely visible to customers, creating a dynamic and open experience. The main dining room, which resembles cozy fishing villages, offers a warm and close atmosphere, ideal for sharing special moments. With a nod to the philosophy of ‘Sharing’, every corner of the premises invites you to enjoy the company and a creative cuisine that awakens the senses. In short, this restaurant is a surprising Mediterranean corner that combines a close and welcoming treatment with a gastronomic proposal designed to delight the most demanding palates. We are waiting for you to live a unique experience! Address: Carrer de Villarroel, 163, L’Eixample Telephone: 933486896
ABaC Restaurant:
ABaC Restaurant offers a gastronomy full of life, landscapes and memories. Chef Jordi Cruz ‘s cuisine is a blend of sensitivity, roots, technique and creativity. It is a perfect balance of contrasts that allows him to tell everyday stories, such as a walk in the mountains or a moment from childhood. It is a multisensory gastronomic journey of three Michelin stars to taste without haste.
The experience starts from the entrance, with a first stop in the kitchen and a pass of appetizers presented directly by the chefs. Next, diners move to the lounge, a small retreat with rustic touches and large windows offering views of the garden. At ABaC, the doors of the kitchen are opened to share knowledge, creativity and sensitivity for haute cuisine. Here, visitors can develop their careers, enhance their talent and train with prestigious chefs. In addition, several getaways and themed routes are proposed to enjoy and give as gifts, perfect for lovers of haute cuisine or those looking for a complete wellness experience. ABaC invites everyone to live an unparalleled culinary experience! Address: Av. del Tibidabo, 1, Sarrià-Sant Gervasi Phone: 933196600
Torres Brothers Kitchen:
The center and heart of the project, the area for diners, is the synthesis of the dreams and illusions that the Torres Brothers have had for the restaurant. This space has an open, formative and cultural kitchen, where the client is the main protagonist of his own experience. Here, a close moment is experienced between the chef and the diner, where interaction and the exchange of knowledge are essential ingredients for a complete experience.
Visitors can find different recipes of the Torres Brothers by clicking on the link provided. The space, protected by the old roof of the industrial building, is delimited perimetrically by the different items, creating a unique and cozy atmosphere that invites you to enjoy the gastronomy in a special way. Address: Carrer del Taquígraf Serra, 20, Les Corts Phone: 934100020
Lasarte Restaurant by Martín Berasategui:
Lasarte Restaurant opened its doors in January 2006 and, since 2017, holds 3 stars in the Michelin Guide. Lasarte is much more than the gastronomic bet of chef Martín Berasategui in Barcelona; it is a project with soul, seasoned with the best professionals who form a team committed to win the satisfaction of its diners with every smell and taste.
After an exhaustive refurbishment carried out recently, the new Lasarte Restaurant surprises for its much more modern and avant-garde look, with larger and brighter spaces. The refurbishment project was the work of architects Oscar Tusquets, Carles Bassó and Tote Moreno, while the interior design is a collaboration between Oscar Tusquets and Mercè Borrell. The emphasis on light, textures with a predominance of oak wood, and the careful selection of furniture have been the main basis of the project, giving the restaurant a unique personality. The restaurant has a semi-private room in the main dining room and a second private dining room, called the Chef’s Table, with capacity for 8 people. This space is located on a mezzanine above the kitchen, with a glass wall that allows you to closely follow all the staging and creativity of the dishes.
Address: Carrer de Mallorca, 259, L’Eixample Telephone: 934453242
Innovation and quality: restaurants with two Michelin stars
The level of quality of the two-star restaurants in Barcelona is equally impressive. These restaurants offer experiences that challenge the limits of traditional cuisine, with proposals that elevate local products to new heights.
Cinc Sentits:
Cinc Sentits offers a unique interpretation of contemporary Catalan cuisine according to the vision of Chef Jordi Artal. The restaurant looks for artisan suppliers who take care of their product with as much care and dedication as their team, with the aim of offering their guests, in each dish, a unique experience.
Cinc Sentits presents tasting menus that change according to the season, ensuring that each dish carries a sensation of enjoyment that will happen again with each subsequent course. This gastronomic proposal becomes a chain of sensations, where each bite is more surprising than the previous one. Address: Carrer d’Entença, 60, L’Eixample Telephone: 933239490
Enoteca Paco Pérez:
Enoteca Paco Perez is a restaurant in Barcelona that discovers the heart and soul of contemporary Mediterranean gastronomy, awarded with two Michelin stars. The journey to the essence of the Mar d’Amunt begins at Enoteca, Paco Perez’ s refuge in Barcelona, where he pays homage to the origin and the ingredients provided by local producers in each of the seasons of the year. Chef Paco Pérez offers at Enoteca an imaginative cuisine based on the essence of the products provided by the sea, the garden and the mountains. It is an interpretation of modern cuisine with traditional and innovative touches.
Inspired by the food and fresh produce of the Mediterranean, Paco Perez’s innovative cuisine condenses the essence of local ingredients. The quality of the raw materials, simplicity and elegance, as well as the creativity of each dish, make up the philosophy of his cuisine. This restaurant stands out for its balance, creative vision and impeccable service, offering a contemporary interpretation of Mediterranean cuisine that combines traditional and innovative touches.
Moments:
With its two Michelin stars, Moments restaurant continues to win awards and devotees thanks to its creative, fresh and healthy cuisine, inspired by Catalan culinary culture. Run by chef Carme Ruscalleda and her son Raül Balam, Moments offers one of the best dining experiences in Barcelona. Ruscalleda has become one of the most famous chefs in the country, and the seven Michelin stars of her restaurants in Spain and Tokyo endorse her.
The amber and golden tones of Moments’ dining room, decorated with the exclusive designs of Patricia Urquiola, create a relaxing and magical atmosphere that enhances the dining experience offered by the tasting menu. In addition, a window in the kitchen allows diners to enjoy an attractive view of the staff as they work. During this season, chefs Raül Balam and Carme Ruscalleda invite visitors to experience first-hand a taste experience with a celebratory menu celebrating 15 years of innovation and culinary craftsmanship. This menu is a tribute to the inexhaustible creativity that has defined the restaurant’s gastronomic trajectory.
Address: Pg. de Gràcia, 38, 40, Eixample Phone: 931518781
Uniqueness and style: Michelin-starred restaurants
Barcelona also has a number of restaurants that, although with only one star, offer unique culinary experiences. Here, innovation, quality and service are the norm, and each restaurant presents its own vision of haute cuisine.
Aleia Restaurant at Casa Fuster Hotel:
The hotel Casa Fuster 5*GL welcomes Aleia Restaurant on the second floor of the hotel, in the noble area of the Casa Fuster, providing the perfect ambience, location and charm to house the restaurant.
The building was designed by the modernist architect Domenech i Muntaner when the Catalan entrepreneur Mr. Mariano Fuster wanted to give this house to Miss Consuelo Fabra i Puig, daughter of the Marquis of Alella, hence the name Aleia Restaurant. The work was completed in 1911, making it the most expensive building constructed at that time. In 2004, it was refurbished and transformed into a monumental five-star luxury hotel, with an art deco style that preserves the grandeur of the original construction. This emblematic hotel is located on Paseo de Gracia, the most elegant avenue in Barcelona, famous for its luxury boutiques and Gaudi’s buildings.
Address: Pg. de Gràcia, 132, Gràcia Phone: 603590903
Alkimia:
At Alkimia, Jordi Vilà is committed to traditional Catalan cuisine with a touch of modernity. From stuffed baby squid to veal and oyster ravioli, each dish combines local ingredients with advanced techniques.
Two Chopsticks:
Albert Raurich fuses Asian cuisine with Spanish tapas in this unique restaurant. His ability to blend gastronomic cultures in a harmonious way has made him a favorite among lovers of good food.
Hisop:
This restaurant has been a benchmark for contemporary Catalan cuisine since it earned its star in 2010. Oriol Ivern, its chef, uses high-quality local produce to create dishes that are as innovative as they are delicious. Barcelona continues to dazzle on the world culinary scene, with a variety of options for all tastes and budgets. From three Michelin-starred to one-starred restaurants, the city has become a must-visit destination for food lovers. If you want to explore the most exquisite flavors of the city, do not hesitate to visit one of these restaurants that will undoubtedly offer you an unforgettable experience.
