The gastronomic experience at Lasarte restaurant: passion, technique and creativity

In the world of haute cuisine, the key to success lies in the solidity of a team, and Restaurante Lasarte more than proves it. At the helm of this culinary proposal are chefs Martín Berasategui and Paolo Casagrande, accompanied by Joan Carles Ibáñez as head waiter, Antonio Coelho as mâitre and Xavi Donnay in charge of the sweet cuisine. Together they have built a bond of complicity and perfectionism that is reflected in every dish and every dining experience.

Since its opening in 2006, Lasarte has maintained a level of demand that has taken it to the pinnacle of gastronomy. In 2017, it became the first restaurant in Barcelona to receive three Michelin stars, a recognition that has only fueled its drive to continue innovating.

A privileged location in Barcelona

Located in the heart of Paseo de Gracia, Lasarte not only shines for its cuisine, but also for its spectacular setting. Located within the exclusive Monument Hotel 5 GL*, it shares the limelight with another starred restaurant, Oria, forming a unique gastronomic space in the city.

The design of the restaurant is a work of art in itself. Architects Oscar Tusquets, Carles Bassó and Tote Moreno, together with interior designer Mercè Borrell, have created a space where light and oak wood combine to create a cozy and elegant atmosphere. Every detail has been designed to highlight the dining experience, where comfort and sophistication are intertwined with the pleasure of fine dining.

The essence of its cuisine: respect for the product.

Lasarte is synonymous with signature cuisine, pure product and impeccable technique. The fusion between the culinary heritage of Martín Berasategui and the innovative vision of Paolo Casagrande has given rise to a proposal that combines tradition with creativity.

Each dish is the result of a tireless search for flavors, where the ingredients play a fundamental role. The triangulation between the Basque Country, Catalonia and Italy translates into an experience that balances land and sea, the Mediterranean and the Cantabrian Sea, in a cuisine that flees from the superfluous to focus on the essence.

A service that elevates the experience

If the kitchen is the heart of Lasarte, the dining room is the soul. Joan Carles Ibáñez leads a team that turns every visit into a sensory journey, where attention to detail and harmonious service are a priority.

The wine cellar, managed by mâitre Joan Carles, has a selection of more than 800 wine references from the best wine regions of the world. Each label has been chosen to enhance the dining experience and perfectly accompany each culinary creation.

Innovation made menu: Il Milione

For those looking to take their dining experience to another level, Lasarte has created Il Milione, an exclusive tasting menu inspired by Marco Polo’s Book of Wonders. This proposal not only stands out for the quality of its ingredients and the precision in its execution, but also for the sensory ambience that accompanies each dish, where light, aroma and sound play an essential role.

With Il Milione, Lasarte invites diners on a gastronomic journey that fuses cultures, ingredients and culinary techniques, paying tribute to the creativity and inspiration of its great chefs.

Gentleness in the hands of a master

In the world of haute cuisine, the sweet part is not only a closure of the menu, but an art in itself. At Lasarte, this art is in the hands of Xavi Donnay, who has turned the pastry into an essential element of the restaurant’s gastronomic experience.

Since 2010, Donnay has led the restaurant’s sweet cuisine with a vision based on tradition but with a modern and sophisticated execution. In 2020, he was recognized as the World’s Best Pastry Chef at The Best Chef Awards, reaffirming his talent and commitment to excellence.

A benchmark of haute cuisine

Lasarte is not just a restaurant with three Michelin stars; it is a gastronomic sanctuary where the search for perfection is a path, not a destination. With an exceptional team, a privileged location and a cuisine that balances tradition and the avant-garde, it continues to lead the way in haute cuisine in Barcelona and the world.

Carrer de Mallorca, 259, L’Eixample, 08008 Barcelona