Are you looking for unusual and unique places and restaurants to dine at when in Barcelona?

Photo: Enoteca, courtesy of Time Out.

ABaC

1 Avinguda del Tibidabo

ABaC restaurant Barcelona. 3 Michelin Stars 2018. Chef Jordi Cruz. The ABaC restaurant is located at the beginning of Avenida Tibidabo in the exclusive boutique hotel of the same name ABaC Hotel. ABaC restaurant is an elegant, minimalist establishment considered by many to be one of Barcelona's very best restaurants. Chef Jordi Cruz has the distinction of being the youngest chef in Spain to win a Michelin star at just 26 when he was at Estany Clar de Cercs outside Barcelona. ABaC was awarded two Michelin stars in 2012 and in 2018 three Michelin stars, which is a testament to Jordi Cruz as one of the world's great chefs who offers innovative, experimental and original cuisine and top service by designer-clad staff. Tasting menu available. Reservations are a must and average dinner prices are from €80 to €110.

Friday 1:30–4PM, 8:30–11PM

Saturday 1:30–4PM, 8:30–11PM

Sunday 1:30–4PM, 8:30–11PM

Monday 1:30–4PM, 8:30–11PM

Tuesday 1:30–4PM, 8:30–11PM

Wednesday 1:30–4PM, 8:30–11PM

Thursday 1:30–4PM, 8:30–11PM

Angle

54 Carrer d'Aribau

Angle restaurant Barcelona. 1 Michelin star 2018. Chef Jordi Cruz. Located on first floor of luxury Hotel Cram in Barcelona's Eixample area. Exquisite food, comfortable decor and excellent service. The tasting menu with wine pairing is highly recommended and considered very good value for money. Reservations recommended.

Friday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–10:30PM

Saturday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–10:30PM

Sunday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–10:30PM

Monday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–10:30PM

Tuesday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–10:30PM

Wednesday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–10:30PM

Thursday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–10:30PM

Disfrutar

163 Carrer de Villarroel

Chefs’ and owners Mateu Casañas, Oriol Castro, and Eduard Xatruch beautifully designed modern restaurant in Barcelona's Eixample area near the Mercado de El Ninot food market. Disfrutar won its first Michelin star in 2016 and the second in 2018. “Disfrutar” means “Enjoy” in Spanish and is a perfect word to describe this high-class dining experience.

Disfrutar is closed on Sundays and Mondays.

Friday 10AM–1PM, 3:30–8:30PM

Saturday 10AM–1PM, 3:30–8:30PM

Sunday Closed

Monday Closed

Tuesday 10AM–1PM, 3:30–8:30PM

Wednesday 10AM–1PM, 3:30–8:30PM

Thursday 10AM–1PM, 3:30–8:30PM

Enigma

38 Carrer de Sepúlveda

Enigma offers 6 different themed 'Enigmas' rooms. Guests travel through each in a journey which takes 3.5 to 4 hours and over 40 dishes. Guests are told after the meal what the ingredients were, which is the core of the innovative 'enigma' concept.

As one might expect from the amazing El Barri group of restaurants by Albert and Ferran Adrià and the Iglesias brothers the food is creative, innovative, and delicious. Reservation online only.

No walk-ins and only accessible via door code provided by e-mail after booking is accepted. Only 24 diners are allowed to be seated at a time which makes for a truly unique dining experience.

Friday 7–9PM

Saturday 1–2:30PM, 7–9PM

Sunday Closed

Monday Closed

Tuesday 7–9PM

Wednesday 7–9PM

Thursday 7–9PM

Enoteca

19 Carrer de la Marina

Enoteca is in the exclusive 5 star Hotel Arts in the Port Olimpic area of Barcelona. Enoteca is one of Barcelona's top restaurants and run by Chef Paco Perez, who also has another Michelin star to his name at Restaurant Miramar on the Costa Brava coast north of Barcelona in the town Llançà. In Enoteca in Barcelona he welcomes guests with his creativity and excellent quality products from the Costa Brava to Enoteca to conjure up Mediterranean gastronomic creations of a consistently high quality accompanied by a wine list with over 500 international wines on display as part of the decor. This combined with the excellent service and sleek interior decor make a meal here an occasion to savour. Reservations recommended. Tasting menu.

Friday 7:30–10:30PM

Saturday 1:30–3:30PM, 7:30–10:30PM

Sunday Closed

Monday Closed

Tuesday 7:30–10:30PM

Wednesday 7:30–10:30PM

Thursday 7:30–10:30PM

Hoja Santa Barcelona

54 Avenida Mistral

Barcelona's upmarket taqueria Mexicana restaurant. Albert Adrià and Paco Méndez have collaborated in the creation of a restaurant in Barcelona to share their passion for the flavors and traditions of Mexico. The name Hoja Santa came from a journey made by the chefs Albert and Paco to Oaxaca in Mexico. Here they were inspired by the Oaxaca leaf which also goes by the names acuyo, momo, hierba santa or tlanepa often used in cooking in the region. Santa Hoja serves around 65 guests. Enjoy tequila, mezcal, and Mexican beers to complement your meal. The famous Adrià brothers now have several world class restaurants in the streets around Paralelo streets in Barcelona's Eixample area near Plaza Espanya. Reservations can be made on +34 933482194 or online. Vegetarian Friendly.

Friday 7–10:30PM

Saturday 1–3PM, 7:30–10:30PM

Sunday Closed

Monday Closed

Tuesday 7–10:30PM

Wednesday 7–10:30PM

Thursday 7–10:30PM

Lasarte

259 Carrer de Mallorca

Lasarte is one of the best restaurants in Barcelona and the first to receive 3 Michelin stars. Lasarte is managed by the renowned Basque chef Martin Berasategui. Restaurant Lasarte is located in the new five star Hotel Monument. Lasarte was awarded the second Michelin star in 2010 only four years after opening in 2006, and a third in 2017. Lasarte's menu offers a careful selection of Martin Berasategui's star dishes and a symbiosis of the materials and flavours of his region with those belonging to Catalan cuisine. Reservations are essential and can be made by phone or online.

Friday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–11PM

Saturday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–11PM

Sunday Closed

Monday Closed

Tuesday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–11PM

Wednesday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–11PM

Thursday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–11PM

Nectari

28 Carrer de Valencia

Affordable restaurant famed for excellent service and delicious food. Mediterranean and Catalan cuisine. Awarded first Michelin star in 2012. Nectari is a small family run restaurant near Plaza Espanya. Reservations are essential.

Friday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–11:30PM

Saturday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–11:30PM

Sunday Closed

Monday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–11:30PM

Tuesday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–11:30PM

Wednesday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–11:30PM

Thursday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–11:30PM

Pakta Nikkei

5 Carrer de Lleida

New and exciting Nikkei cuisine restaurant opened in 2015 by Albert Adria in Barcelona.

Japanese and Peruvian fusion. Nikkei Cuisine is the cooking style that mixes Peruvian cuisine and Japanese cuisine. With origins in Peru where it has existed for over 120 years, “Pakta” means 'together united' in Peruvian. Reservations online reservas@pakta.es.

Friday 6:30–10PM

Saturday 1–3PM, 7:30–10:30PM

Sunday Closed

Monday Closed

Tuesday 7–10PM

Wednesday 7–10PM

Thursday 7–10PM

Via Veneto

10 Carrer de Ganduxer

Elegant and timeless Belle Epoque-style modernist style décor with an array of classical dishes of the highest standard served with flawless service and a legendary wine list with 1800 labels. One of Barcelona's best restaurants with a well-deserved star from the Michelin guide among many other awards. The restaurant is managed by the father/son team of Jose and Pedro Monje.

Salvador Dalí was a frequent visitor to Via Veneto and always sat at the same table in the restaurant. Reservations essential by phone or reservation online on Via Veneto restaurant website.

Friday 1–4PM, 8–11:45PM

Saturday 8–11:45PM

Sunday Closed

Monday 1–4PM, 8–11:45PM

Tuesday 1–4PM, 8–11:45PM

Wednesday 1–4PM, 8–11:45PM

Thursday 1–4PM, 8–11:45PM

Alkima

41 Ronda San Antoni

The name Alkimia is derived from the Arabic word “al-kimia” (the art). Michelin star minimalist Alkimia has a secure position as one of Barcelona's top gourmet restaurants.

Friday 1:30–3:30PM, 8–10:30PM

Saturday Closed

Sunday Closed

Monday 1:30–3:30PM, 8–10:30PM

Tuesday 1:30–3:30PM, 8–10:30PM

Wednesday 1:30–3:30PM, 8–10:30PM

Thursday 1:30–3:30PM, 8–10:30PM

Caelis

49 Via Laietana

This Michelin star restaurant is famed for creative French cuisine with touches of Catalan nouvelle cuisine in stylish surroundings, and it has two tasting menus. Reservations are essential and can be made online.

Friday 1:30–3:30PM, 8–10:30PM

Saturday 1:30–3:30PM, 8–10:30PM

Sunday Closed

Monday Closed

Tuesday 8–10:30PM

Wednesday 1:30–3:30PM, 8–10:30PM

Thursday 1:30–3:30PM, 8–10:30PM

Cinc Sentits

58 Carrer d'Aribau

Cinc Sentits means Five Senses. Michelin starred restaurant in the heart of the Eixample district that offers creative and contemporary cuisine based on Catalan roots. Fresh ingredients, minimalist dining room, friendly and professional service made this a popular choice for gourmet food experience. Tasting menu only. Reservations by phone or online.

Friday 1:30–2:30PM, 8:30–10PM

Saturday 1:30–2:30PM, 8:30–10PM

Sunday Closed

Monday Closed

Tuesday 1:30–2:30PM, 8:30–10PM

Wednesday 1:30–2:30PM, 8:30–10PM

Thursday 1:30–2:30PM, 8:30–10PM

Dos Cielos

272 Carrer Pere IV

Dos Cielos Restaurant is located on 24th floor of Meliá Barcelona Sky hotel. They got their first Michelin star in 2011 for breathtaking views and spectacular food and a second star in 2018 making this one of Barcelona´s top restaurants. Tasting menu available.

Friday 7:30–11PM

Saturday 7:30–11PM

Sunday Closed

Monday Closed

Tuesday 7:30–11PM

Wednesday 7:30–11PM

Thursday 7:30–11PM

Dos Pallilos

11 Carrer d'Elisabets

Asian bar and Tapas bar and offers an exciting concept which blends the philosophy of Spanish tapas with a gastronomic selection from the Far East with influences from Japan, China, Thailand, and Vietnam. Reservations recommended for dinner for Asian bar. The Tapas bar does not accept bookings. Table sittings from from 8:00, 9:00, 10:00 and 11:00. Private dining rooms are available for groups and can be reserved in advance.

Friday 1:30–3:30PM, 7:30–11:30PM

Saturday 1:30–3:30PM, 7:30–11:30PM

Sunday Closed

Monday Closed

Tuesday 7:30–11:30PM

Wednesday 7:30–11:30PM

Thursday 1:30–3:30PM, 7:30–11:30PM

Gaig

200 Carrer de Còrsega

Modern Catalan cuisine in contemporary design. Gaig is one of the oldest and best-loved restaurants in Barcelona with a Michelin star since 1993! It was founded over 130 years ago by the great grandmother of present owner and chef Carlos Gaig. It is known for fresh quality and innovative cuisine based on traditional Catalan recipes.

Friday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–11PM

Saturday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–11PM

Sunday 1:30–3:30PM

Monday Closed

Tuesday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–11PM

Wednesday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–11PM

Thursday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–11PM

Hisop

9 Passage de Marimon

Located in Sarria area of Barcelona. Hisop serves contemporary Catalan cuisine. In 2011 they joined the ranks of Barcelona restaurants with a well-deserved first Michelin star. Hisop has long been a local Barcelona favorite offering imaginative and tasty dishes based on fresh market cuisine in a quiet and minimalist atmosphere. Taster menu recommended. Prices are affordable. Reservations essential by phone or online.

Friday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–11PM

Saturday 8:30–11PM

Sunday Closed

Monday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–11PM

Tuesday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–11PM

Wednesday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–11PM

Thursday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–11PM

Hofmann

14 Carrer de la Granada del Penedès

Hofmann Restaurant is the restaurant of the famous Hofmann cooking school started in 1982 by Mey Hofmann who came from Germany. The kitchen team is a mix of professional chefs and the cooking school trainees. The Hoffman restaurant is located in Sarria area of Barcelona in the zona alta. This is a highly esteemed Barcelona establishment that blends styles and techniques, traditional and avant-garde cuisine based on Catalan Mediterranean roots and using market fresh ingredients. Interior is avante-garde yet intimate and comfortable. Excellent service and impressive wines.

Friday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–11:30PM

Saturday 8:30–11:30PM

Sunday Closed

Monday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–11:30PM

Tuesday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–11:30PM

Wednesday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–11:30PM

Thursday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–11:30PM

Koy Shunka

7 Carrer de Copons

Koy Shunka is widely considered to be Barcelona's best Japanese restaurant. Koy Shunka has a Michelin star since 2013. Koy Shunka serves Mediterranean and Japanese cuisine from an openview kitchen.Reservations recommended and only by phone.

Friday 1:30–3PM, 8:30–11PM

Saturday 1:30–3PM, 8:30–11PM

Sunday 1:30–3PM

Monday Closed

Tuesday 1:30–3PM, 8:30–11PM

Wednesday 1:30–3PM, 8:30–11PM

Thursday 1:30–3PM, 8:30–11PM

Moments

38 Passeig De Gràcia

Moments Restaurant opened in 2010 in luxury Mandarin Hotel Barcelona and was awarded the first Michelin star in 2011 and a second star in 2013. This comes as no surprise as Ruscalleda is considered one of Spain’s finest chefs. The Moments menu features traditional and contemporary Catalan cuisine served in an elegant dining room in keeping with the high standards of this hotel. Reservations recommended by phone or email.

Friday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–10:30PM

Saturday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–10:30PM

Sunday Closed

Monday Closed

Tuesday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–10:30PM

Wednesday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–10:30PM

Thursday 1:30–3:30PM, 8:30–10:30PM

Roca Moo

265 Carrer del Rosselló

Roca Moo is a collaboration between the luxury Barcelona 5 star Hotel Omm, and World Best's restaurant 2015 El Celler de Can Roca owned by the famous Roca brothers of Girona, Joan, Josep and Jordi Roca. Tasting menu only. Reservations are essential.

Friday 1:30–3:30PM, 8–10:30PM

Saturday 1:30–3:30PM, 8–10:30PM

Sunday Closed

Monday Closed

Tuesday 1:30–3:30PM, 8–10:30PM

Wednesday 1:30–3:30PM, 8–10:30PM

Thursday 1:30–3:30PM, 8–10:30PM

Tickets Barcelona

164 Avinguda Parallel

Reservations recommended. You can book online. Tickets tapas bar Barcelona. In 2011 Albert Adria and his brother Ferran Adrià of El Bulli restaurant legend opened a tapas bar called Tickets.

This address in the Flotats building, which dates back to the 1930s. Ferran Adrià was voted Best Restaurant in the World five times for his El Bulli restaurant on the Costa Brava coast, so you can imagine that this tapas bar by his brother Albert Adrià is in a class of its own and is a unique chance to sample the delights of these world class chefs. Dinner only. Reservations highly recommended.

Friday 7–10:30PM

Saturday 1–3PM, 7–10:30PM

Sunday Closed

Monday Closed

Tuesday 7–10:30PM

Wednesday 7–10:30PM

Thursday 7–10:30PM

Barceloneta Restaurant

22 Carrer de l’Escar

Price: Average price 49 €

Phone: +34 932 212 111

Food: Rice dishes, Paella, Seafood

Good fish dishes, always with the best fish, professional service, exceptional views to the port and good prices in relation to the quality. That's the secret of Barceloneta's success. It's advisable to book in advance. Grilled razor-shells from Finisterre. Fish paella. Hake ''suquet'' with potatoes. Specialties include Sea bass tartare, fish and seafood croquettes, and homemade desserts.

Friday 1PM–12AM

Saturday 1PM–12AM

Sunday 1PM–12AM

Monday 1PM–12AM

Tuesday 1PM–12AM

Wednesday 1PM–12AM

Thursday 1PM–12AM

Salamanca

34 Carrer de l' Almirall Cervera

Price: Average price 40 €

Phone reservations: +34 931 751 448

Food: Shellfish, Rice dishes, Paella, Seafood, Mediterranean

With more than 30 years in the district of La Barceloneta, Salamanca is a classic in the area. The restaurant specializes in the best fish and shellfish of the Mediterranean and Cantabrian seas but offers, as well, top quality “embutidos” and meat. The spacious rooms make it the best place for private celebrations.

Friday 8:30AM–12:30AM

Saturday 8:30AM–12:30AM

Sunday 8:30AM–12:30AM

Monday 8:30AM–12:30AM

Tuesday 8:30AM–12:30AM

Wednesday 8:30AM–12:30AM

Thursday 8:30AM–12:30AM

Restaurant 1881

3 Plaça de Pau Vila

Price: Average price 45 €

Phone reservations: +34 931 768 970

Food: Catalan, Mediterranean, Traditional, Rice dishes, Seafood , Paella

Located on the top of Museu d’Història de Catalunya, in the building of Palau de Mar (Port Vell), the restaurant 1881 per Sagardi offers, in a distinguished and elegant setting arranged around an exquisite outdoor terrace with unique privileged views over the city’s skyline, and excellent traditional Mediterranean cuisine.

Friday 1PM–12AM

Saturday 1PM–12AM

Sunday 1PM–12AM

Monday 1PM–12AM

Tuesday 1PM–12AM

Wednesday 1PM–12AM

Thursday 1PM–12AM

La Cúpula

255 Carrer de Sicília

Price: Average price 30 €

Phone reservations: +34 938 029 009

Food: Mediterranean

Near Sagrada Familia we find La Cúpula, the restaurant the decor of which shares the space with the classic Hispano Suiza cars. The restaurant offers Mediterranean cuisine with impeccable presentations and generous portions and a perfect service. There is live piano music every night. Specialties include chicken croquettes, and mushrooms and ham risotto with parmesan cheese.

Friday 1–3:30PM, 9–11PM

Saturday 1–3:30PM, 9–11PM

Sunday Closed

Monday 1–3:30PM

Tuesday 1–3:30PM, 9–11PM

Wednesday 1–3:30PM, 9–11PM

Thursday 1–3:30PM, 9–11PM

Orio

38 Carrer de Ferran

Price: Average price 42 €

Phone reservations: +34 930 173 358

Food: Tapas, Small plates and half portions, Basque, Traditional

Grupo Sagardi runs Orio, a Basque tavern placed at the heart of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter. The restaurant delights its public with excellent “pintxos” and dishes typical from the fishing villages in the Basque Country in a quite informal atmosphere. It boasts a nice terrace. Fried ''txistorra'' from Estrella. Orio Salad. San Sebastian style razor clam. Pil-pil style codfish. Hake with green sauce and clams.

Friday 10AM–1AM

Saturday 10AM–1AM

Sunday 10AM–12:30AM

Monday 10AM–12:30AM

Tuesday 10AM–12:30AM

Wednesday 10AM–12:30AM

Thursday 10AM–12:30AM

El Cangrejo Loco

29-30 Moll de Gregal

Price: Average price 40 €

Phone reservations: +34 933 800 892

Food: Seafood , Paella, Rice dishes, Shellfish, Fish

Located in Barcelona’s Port Olímpic, El Cangrejo Loco offers from its large dining rooms and outdoor terraces, spectacular views of the sea and the city. Made with top quality products, the restaurant's menu specializes in paella and rice dishes, seafood and beach fish. Reservations are essential.

Friday 1PM–1AM

Saturday 1PM–1AM

Sunday 1PM–1AM

Monday 1PM–1AM

Tuesday 1PM–1AM

Wednesday 1PM–1AM

Thursday 1PM–1AM

Citrus Restaurant

44 Passeig de Gràcia

Price: From 20-30 Euros (Average price 28 €)

Food: Mediterranean, Catalan

Citrus welcomes us in a modern, well decorated space with huge windows and views to Passeig de Gràcia. It presents a light, fresh and modern atmosphere and a Mediterranean-based menu.

Friday 1–4PM, 7PM–12AM

Saturday 1–4PM, 7PM–12AM

Sunday 1–4PM, 7PM–12AM

Monday 1–4PM, 7PM–12AM

Tuesday 1–4PM, 7PM–12AM

Wednesday 1–4PM, 7PM–12AM

Thursday 1–4PM, 7PM–12AM

7 Portes

14 Passeig d' Isabel II

Price: Average price 40 €

Phone reservations: +34 931 768 890

Food: Catalan, Traditional, Rice dishes, Paella

Founded in 1836, 7 Portes is more than a classic in the city of Barcelona. Its walls hide a long history and all the charm of that time, and its cuisine presents traditional Catalan dishes with rice specialties as the main attraction. Nights are livened up with live piano music.

Friday 1PM–1AM

Saturday 1PM–1AM

Sunday 1PM–1AM

Monday 1PM–1AM

Tuesday 1PM–1AM

Wednesday 1PM–1AM

Thursday 1PM–1AM

Restaurant Agua

30 Passeig Marítim de la Barceloneta

Price: Average price 32 €

Phone reservations: +34 931 751 429

Food: Mediterranean, Seafood , Fish

In front of the beach, Agua boasts a cozy and fresh decor. The restaurant has a perfect terrace with views to the sea to enjoy in summer and the atmosphere is quite informal. The cuisine is fresh and simple and there's a wide variety in the menu. Reservations are recommended.

Friday 9AM–12:30AM

Saturday 9AM–12:30AM

Sunday 9AM–11:30PM

Monday 9AM–11:30PM

Tuesday 9AM–11:30PM

Wednesday 9AM–11:30PM

Thursday 9AM–11:30PM

Agüelo013

37 Carrer d' Avinyó

Price: Average price 25 €

Phone reservations: +34 931 315 867

Food: Mediterranean, Season cuisine, Tapas

Agüelo013 is a restaurant and cocktail bar in the Gòtic quarter of Barcelona, built in an old house of 1850. The menu offers Mediterranean and market cuisine prepared with seasonal produce. The space has the singular and emblematic Arcos room, which has preserved stone walls and is ideal for business dinners or groups of friends. Reservations recommended.

Friday 9AM–12AM

Saturday 12PM–12AM

Sunday 12PM–12AM

Monday 9AM–12AM

Tuesday 9AM–12AM

Wednesday 9AM–12AM

Thursday 9AM–12AM

Marítim Restaurant

Moll d' Espanya

Price: Average price 40 €

Food: Seafood , Paella, Rice dishes, Mediterranean, Fish

Located on the second floor of Reial Club Marítim and with stunning views to the sea, harbour and city, Marítim is an elegant restaurant decorated by the trendy interior designer Lázaro RosaViolán. The space welcomes us in a special setting with a wonderful terrace and offers an excellent seafood selection cooked by Basque chef Antxon Arribillaga.

Friday 1–4:30PM, 7:30PM–12AM

Saturday 1–4:30PM, 7:30PM–12AM

Sunday 1–4:30PM, 7:30PM–12AM

Monday 1–4:30PM, 7:30PM–12AM

Tuesday 1–4:30PM, 7:30PM–12AM

Wednesday 1–4:30PM, 7:30PM–12AM

Thursday 1–4:30PM, 7:30PM–12AM