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    Montiel

    4.7 (91 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndMediterranean, Spanish, Catalan
    Open 7:00 pm - 10:30 PM

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    Quiet
    Good for groups

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    suckling pig
    Jenn C.

    I visited Montiel after researching online and seeing its rank and positive reviews on TripAdvisor. Despite my high expectations, it managed to exceed it. When we visited, there was a football (soccer, for US and Canada) game going on so it was not very busy. But this did not affect the quality of food and service we received. The waiters were very friendly, attentive and knowledgeable about the menu they offer. The food was impeccable - especially the suckling pig! Very crispy skin and the meat is tender, juicy and flavorful. We also ordered duck and ravioli, both of which were also superb. I am typically a picky foodie but I have nothing to complain about with this restaurant. The food and service is top notch and definitely up to par to high-end fine dining. http://monkeyseemonkeyfeast.blogspot.com/2012/08/montiel-restaurante.html

    Gastronomic menu is the way to go!
    Aili A.

    Fantastic food. Fantastic presentation. Fantastic service. My husband and I did the gastronomic tasting menu - absolutely fabulous. The colors and textures, on top of the flavors, of each dish were vivid and added to the entire experience. Some dishes were reminiscent of our time at Noma, using Nature as inspiration. Check out the pics below. When we return to Barcelona, there is no question that we would eat at Montiel again.

    Wild salmon tartare atop seafood caramel, with toasted pine nuts, sesame seeds, and salmon roe
    Dan T.

    This is one of those places where the food is not only exceptional, but the incredible service and staff just put the entire dining experience over the top! But when I say 5-star incredible service, I'm not talking about the well-rehearsed and precision makings of a place like Per Se or Alinea. I'm talking about the kind of place where the front of house takes the time to sit down at your table and passionately explain the nuances of jamon to a table of foreigners; where the waiter effuses with joy about what is happening in the kitchen serves every dish with pure excitement; and just the overall warmth and welcoming that wiped away any sense of pretense that one might expect with seemingly simple, but surprisingly complex flavours served at your fingertips. But let's not forget about the food. Unfortunately (for you), our meal was a special "New Year's" menu that they threw together that day based on what was fresh, and actually morphed throughout the evening based on the chef's whims and inspirations (now how great is THAT?). But hopefully some of the dishes they served that night will make a reappearance on future nights, because they were just outstanding. Even with the simplest plate of olives and jamon to start, every morsel was of exquisite freshness and overwhelming with depth and flavour. A definite favourite of ours was the wild salmon tartare, dressed with a seafood caramel and salmon roe. The acid and lusciousness of the salmon played so well off each other amidst the smoky notes of toasted pine nuts and sesame seeds, and we felt spoiled to have eaten so well so early on. Foie lovers need not be disappointed, as we had foie that was marinated in bourbon and prepared sous vide, and then served alongside a marvelous quince jelly and candied pistachios; then another piece seared brilliantly alongside a piece of filet mignon and showered in black truffle shavings. But does the truffle madness end there? Certainly not. A deceptively simple dish of wild mushrooms, egg, and black truffle just oozed decadence and could not be any more delicious, with each component shining as it should. The chocolate desserts may not have been as visually arresting as you might come to expect at places of similar calibre, but the flavours and textures of chocolate mousse, iced raspberries, and chocolate foam were playful and definitely satisfying. Amidst all of this great food and brilliant service, I think it is also worth giving them a plug and highlighting the fact that the folks at Montiel pull off what they do by committing themselves to local produce, including a commitment to sourcing 80% of their wines from Catalan, and have been awarded recognition as a "Slow Food Movement" restaurant. Not that they needed these extra kudos to convince anyone to come eat there, but I figure they worked hard for these accolades, so someone should brag about them!

    Greater amberjack ceviche
    Melissa R.

    BEST MEAL EVER! (this review is solely based on a New Years Day tasting menu experience--see menu below) Seasonal snacks-- interesting texture, but very tasty. Greater amberjack ceviche--to. die. for. wasn't/still not sure what "tiger milk" is but the ice cream complimented the ceviche perfectly. Pigeon confited-- this was probably the "worst" thing on the menu, but because I mentally couldn't eat the second half of the pigeon. First bite was REALLY good, then I got psyched out about eating pigeon (there are seriously so many fat pigeons in Barcelona that we had pointed out earlier in the day) Green peas--the combination of peas and squid was unique and mouthwatering. I'm not sure if the peas were soaking in some sort of fat/grease beforehand, but they were amazing. Rice with lobster-- I don't remember this dish very much, but I also don't remember complaining about it, so it must have been good :) Duck's and pear ravioli-- THIS IS THE GREATEST THING EVERY CREATED ON THE PLANET. I still dream of this dish, it is just fatty and mouthwatering and all the feels you could ever have in one bite. Suckling pig-- reminded me of carnitas, but a little juicier. great none the less. Citrus diversity-- yummy palette cleansers at the end of the meal The origins of truffle-- one word, CHOCOLATE. The petite four-- yummy little chocolate (white and milk) bites to end your perfect meal **WINE PAIRING WITH MEAL (see menu)-- all the wines were perfectly paired with their dish, and the pours were quite generous. If you're in Barcelona you HAVE to get a reservation here and GO. hands down, best meal I had in all of Spain... worth every euro spent.

    Iberico Ham and cheeses. Freshly carved minutes before.
    Ali S.

    Wow, I'm not sure where to start. I'm not a huge fish person but the Ceviche was the best I've ever had and I would eat it 3 times a day if it was possible. The atmosphere, service and food quality were all 5 stars. We also had Iberico Ham which is carved at the front store of the restaurant, it was full of flavor and minimal salt; amazing! I would give this place 6 stars if it was possible.

    Tammie R.

    Outstanding Experience! We ordered the Gastronomic Menu which was superb! All the food was interesting, creative and absolutely delicious. Gabriel was our waiter, a very sweet, charming and professional young man, who explained each dish and yet left some to our senses to figure out. Each dish was not only for taste, but was for smell, touch (texture) and really had your mind inquisitive. The courses build on each other, a really fantastic, unique experience. Do make a stop here! We did not do the wine pairing but ordered Shays white wine, at the recommendation of the manager. It went well with everything except the last dessert. Total dishes that came out was 10. I also would like to thank the manager as we had made a reservation but appears it never went through and maybe I did not finalize the process. I showed him the screen shot I had of the pre-booking (which I thought was the booking) from a week earlier and he worked with us. Just make sure call/email ahead to confirm reservation. Other notes: the whole experience was over 2 hours and location is near Picasso Museum.

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    Christine L.

    I live in New York City and Montiel is one of the best dining experiences I've had in a long time. I came here alone and had the tasting menu with wine pairing. The food and service were impeccable. I found this restaurant on yelp and understand why everyone gave it 5 stars. If I could give it 6 stars, hands down I would. I was so impressed with each dish and the way it was presented by the wait staff as well as on the plate.

    Mark A.

    Not food - An experience! One of the best experiences I have had in 35 years! I visited Montiel in 2012 and waited 3 years to come back as it was so amazing. So when I arrived today, the expectations were high... Surpassed! This will be the highlight of my holiday! The food was amazing, especially the Duck Ravioli and Suckling Pig. The servers were the same as they were 3 years ago... the only thing more incredible than the food... the service! Thank you so much Montiel for the experience!

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    Amazing meal when we went there before Covid. We had the gastronomic tasting menu and nearly died and went to heaven.

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    Cerveseria Catalana - Beef tenderloin with foie gras

    Cerveseria Catalana

    4.4(1.8k reviews)
    1.9 kmL'Eixample
    €€€

    Oh my goodness this is so good. If I ever go to Barcelona again I would come here…read more Must get: Steak with foie gras on bread 8/10: sooo decadent and luxurious. It's abt 8 euros a piece. Very flavorful and fast experience. Oxtail and mashed potatoes 10/10: the oxtail meet is so tender and flavorful. The mashed potatoes pair so well with the oxtail. Mushroom, steak, and egg yolk 9/10: soo flavorful and balance of veggies and protein. Amazing textures and flavors. Sparkling sangria: 8/10 I don't normally live the taste of alcohol but this was great. Not tooooo strong and if tastes pretty good if you mix it with the orange juice. Fresh orange juice: 10/10 so tangy and delicious. I can't recommend it enough. Patatas bravas: 9/10 solid no complaints! Dessert Tapas: - bread dessert (Tarija): 11/10 amazing dessert that is creamy, cameralized, and has a mochi like texture. This fried chewy dessert is not too sweet and such an affordable price. - coconut pudding 9/10 solid and refreshing if you like flan - bread, chocolate oil, salt 7/10: I live the complex flavors. The chocolate mousse was light and the bread to mousse ratio was perfect. It's a smaller dessert tho I wouldn't recommend it if ur sharing. Service: amazing! Staff I'm everywhere so it was very easy to order more food. Also we were sitting buy the area where they made dessert and they allowed me to record them making it!! Comfortable ambiance great for date night or casual meals!!!

    As an international traveling food critic and unbeknownst to the staff, the following is what I…read moreexperienced: - The host seated us next to a table of three self-absorbed, loud and obnoxiously nonstop talking late teens early twenties girls. - The food bus'ers attempted to deliver the wrong order to our and nearby tables five times. - The 1/2 order (three small slivers) tomato soaked bread (1/2 PA AMB TOMAQUET) was certainly not worth the €2.5! - The Greek Salad (ENS GREGA) was the worst example of such we have ever had (my party included an authentic Greek). The feta cheese was absolutely disgusting, it tasted like imitation rubber cheese. - The "Al Ajillo" Style Shrimps (GAMBES AMB ALLADA) had a very strange flavor within it, which overwhelmed the garlic flavors. - The Beef Tenderloin (FILET VEDELLA), she had to spit 1/4 of it out because it was too tough. - Everything was overpriced there for the value. If you are in the area DO NOT waste your time nor money dining here!!!

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    Tapeo - Pork ribs - worth another trip to Europe just for this

    Tapeo

    4.6(634 reviews)
    0.1 kmSant Pere, Santa Caterina i la Ribera-Born
    €€

    Some meals stay with you forever, and this was one of them…read more The food here was, without question, some of the best I've ever had. The foie gras was absolutely unforgettable--rich, delicate, and simply to die for. The sangria was equally exceptional, fresh, balanced, and dangerously delicious. But what makes this place truly special is something that can't be captured on a menu. The atmosphere, the warmth, the way time seems to slow down... words simply can't do it justice. If you're visiting Barcelona, don't just come here for dinner. Come here to fall in love with the food, the city, the moment, or maybe even someone sitting across the table. An experience I'll never forget.

    My husband and I arrived to Barcelona late in the evening. We had read reviews that the food scene…read moreextended well into the night, so we decided that even though it was 10:30pm, we would still walk over to Tapeo and see if we had any luck getting seating. Well, the restaurant was cute and cozy with a great ambiance. With luck on our side, we found two seats at the bar and quickly ordered drinks. We ordered a pitcher of the sangria (because why not?). The sangria was delicious, refreshing, and made to order. It was definitely more authentic than what we're getting in America. We ordered the patatas bravas, tempura asparagus, the octopus, and the steak. It all came out as it became available. We couldn't decide what our favorite was, to be honest. We ordered an ice cream sandwich for dessert and quickly requested our bill. We didn't want to hold the staff up as we noticed they were cleaning the establishment and people were finishing up. Overall, what a great experience for our first meal in Barcelona! Cute and hidden gem.

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    Tapeo - Bone marrow with veal: exquisite

    Bone marrow with veal: exquisite

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    La Taverneta - Anchovies in vinegar

    La Taverneta

    4.7(47 reviews)
    0.8 kmBarri Gòtic
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    Highly Recommend Everyone give this amazing restaurant/tavern a try!! You'll find a new favorite…read moreplace in town!! My first day in Barcelona and I googled great place to eat and stumbled on this absolute gem! Service was great! They speak English BTW The staff were friendly and very helpful! The food was some of the most amazing, fresh, delicious bites I've had. I ordered from the Tapas menu so I could get a taste of more flavors. The portions were much bigger than I imagined tapas being. These were my first! They created a great desire for more! It was hard deciding what to try. They had duck risotto on the daily special menu and I wanted it, but it was a full meal and I would only get to taste that. I will definitely be going back during my two week stay here in Barcelona! Hopefully I will get to try the duck risotto! Highly recommend!!

    Quite pleased with my meal as a whole. Lot of positive a tad bit of negative during my dining…read moreexperience here. On the positive side, the food was very good and very fresh. My Greek salad was very authentic and was as good as any salad I had while I lived in Greece. Very fresh vegetables, great Feta and seasoned to perfection. The shrimp scampi under the Tapas menu with garlic was equally good and oh so tasty. The smallish inside restaurant is best described as rustic and a tad warm. Instead I opted for the outside dining area, which has just a few tables but offered a very pleasant ambiance in the small side street this business is located on with low foot traffic and a very nice breeze on the warm day I dined here. The relaxed dining on the outside is definitely the way to go here especially during the summer months. From a negative standpoint, certain aspects of the service were too slow. I was seated pretty quickly upon arrival but I waited a tad bit too long to get my order in. Once ordered though, the food came pretty quickly on a positive note. However, for all intents and purposes the service stopped at that point where I had no follow up and literally had to walk inside the business to get my bill. Overall, the dining experience was still great for me slow service aside as the quality of the food and outdoor ambiance far outweighed the negatives. I would say if you are in a bit of there rush you may want to look elsewhere. However, if you are looking for a relaxing dining experience with great food than this business will be definitely fit the bill!

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    Taverna El Glop - Black Rice with Cuttlefish and Clams

    Taverna El Glop

    4.3(166 reviews)
    2.8 kmGràcia
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    What a gem! Yes, it's a bit touristy -- but in the fun, festive, "you're on vacation and loving…read morelife" kind of way. Taverna El Glop wraps you up in its warm, lively atmosphere the second you walk in. We were a group of four, and from start to finish, we had an awesome time. The open kitchen is a great touch -- you can watch the chef in action, which adds to the energy and makes the whole experience feel more connected and authentic. We shared a bunch of dishes, and everything was on point. The paella was rich and delicious -- exactly what we came for. The patatas bravas were crispy, creamy, and gone in seconds, and the shishito peppers were the perfect salty, snacky starter. Of course, we had to get a pitcher of sangria (okay, maybe two), which was fruity, refreshing, and just strong enough to keep things festive. The space itself has this great, rustic charm -- complete with checkered tablecloths and even an old cigarette machine near the bar (haven't seen one of those since I was a kid -- aren't those banned in the U.S. now?). I don't smoke -- smoking sucks -- but it added a bit of unexpected nostalgia and character. Service was excellent. I always make a point to be friendly, ask people their names, and introduce myself -- and that's usually met with warmth. It definitely was here. The staff were quick, kind, and seemed to enjoy the place as much as we did. Personally, I loved it. It's the kind of place you remember -- not because it's fancy or trendy, but because it's fun, flavorful, and full of heart. Highly recommend if you're in the area.

    The best paella we had in Barcelona!! Highly recommended…read morethat you try this place. Their paella has a lot of seafood, the taste is flavorful, and the portion is generous. The service is also great. The manager (Aptiom) even allowed us to dine in even without reservation. When we saw the wait list...it is long! MUST TRY THIS AWESOME PLACE! For food quality, service, and ambience i will rate this experience with 4.8.

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    My Fucking Restaurant - tarte caprese con chocolate caliente y naranja

    My Fucking Restaurant

    4.4(179 reviews)
    1.1 kmEl Raval
    €€€

    If you are going to call your restaurant My Fucking Restaurant, I am going to visit Your Fucking…read moreRestaurant just based on name alone. And I'm going to order the Fuck Your Diet tasting menu as well. And it was fucking good. Now back to the G. Rated review... Bread with Smoke Butter. Smoked Butter is a beautiful thing, you don't see it in the states often, and for sure I would like to. It's a thing in Barcelona though, and I had it several places Raw Oysters and Grilled Oysters in pickled chicken soup. This was a nice two way presentation. I have to say I'm a fan of grilled oysters Burrata with seaweed pesto and candied tomatoes. This maybe sounded a bit more interesting than it tasted. Candied tomatoes kind of reminded me a stewed tomatoes. But burrata is always a good thing. Shiso Taco with steak tartare and horseradish. This was a miss for me. The Shiso leaf is getting way overdone at the moment, as it seems to be everywhere. It's obviously very common at Japanese sushi bars. I missed having some kind of crunch with the steak tartare. Maybe flash fry the Shiso leaf to make it crispy? This was all one texture Grilled Black Angus Hanger Steak. This was the best dish of the night. Smoked table side with a mini torch on wood embers, it smelled and tasted wonderful. Sweet and Sour Bonito with currents and radicchio. Hit all the right notes, no complaints here. Cuttlefish fried rice with Iberian pork. Had a beautiful crisp layer of rice on the bottom of the pan and the pork and cuttlefish went perfectly together as a surf and turf. It's Spain in a skillet. Passion Fruit Sorbet was a nice palate cleanser, wasn't super sweet, which led nicely into the dessert. Caprese Cake with Hot Chocolate and Orange. I love this flavor profile, which you never get in the US. The citrus of the orange cuts through the richness of the chocolate. Loved it. As far as tasting menus go, It's closer to 4 stars for me, but the place gets 1 extra star for the name and the vision that the chef always wanted to do things right when he owned his fucking restaurant. Now he does. Respect!!!!

    We came here based on its gluten free and the reviews were great…read more The food was great! We loved the food & wine pairing. We went early before the crowd, once the restaurant was filled there will be a wait. New owners took over so same great food. Hopefully they will notice they need more staff. Loved the decor- intimate, modern & rustic. Cool, hip vibe.

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    Montiel - mediterranean - Updated September 2026

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