a Restaurant
a Restaurant
Repsol RecommendedFeatured in Spain's Repsol Guide as a recommended restaurant for quality dining.A Restaurant occupies its own niche in Barri Gotic's dining scene, offering creative, mediterranean cooking shaped by seasonal ingredients and careful technique. A well-chosen wine list complements the kitchen's output, with selections that reflect the same care applied to the food.
Background
About a Restaurant
The Story
a Restaurant grew out of a commitment to bringing honest, well-executed cooking to Barri Gotic. The founders set out to create a space where creative, mediterranean traditions could be celebrated without pretension, focusing on quality ingredients and time-honoured techniques. Over time, the restaurant has built a loyal following among locals who value consistency and genuine flavour above all else.
The Cuisine
The kitchen at a Restaurant works within the creative, mediterranean tradition, drawing on seasonal produce and trusted suppliers to build its menu. Dishes are prepared with attention to balance and technique, resulting in plates that feel both rooted in tradition and distinctly personal. The wine selection has been assembled to complement the food, with options that range from approachable everyday bottles to more distinctive finds. The meal rounds out with house-made desserts that reflect the same care applied to the savoury courses.
The Team
The kitchen at a Restaurant is led by Bernat Canyelles, whose approach balances technical skill with an instinct for flavour. Front-of-house staff maintain a warm but efficient service style, ensuring guests feel attended to without being rushed.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
a Restaurant Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Diner Ratings
4.2
TripAdvisor
4.5
215 reviews
Diners rate it 4.2/5 on Google and 4.5/5 on TripAdvisor (215 reviews).
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Reservations
How to Book a Restaurant
Booking
Walk-ins are welcome, though reservations are recommended for peak hours and weekend dining.
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Experience
a Restaurant Dining Experience
a Restaurant maintains a relaxed, unpretentious atmosphere where the focus falls squarely on the food and conversation. The setting invites guests to linger, creating the kind of easy comfort that turns first-time visitors into regulars.
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a Restaurant Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
a Restaurant is located in Barri Gotic, one of Barcelona's most characterful neighbourhoods. The nearest metro station is Jaume I, making the restaurant readily accessible by public transport.
Nearby
Barri Gòtic is Barcelona's medieval Old City quarter, a tight grid of stone-walled lanes around the Cathedral, Plaça Sant Jaume and Plaça Reial. The area packs in centuries-old wine bars, hidden patios, modern restaurants, and the city's deepest layer of Roman-era ruins, with quick access to L3/L4 metro at Liceu and Jaume I.
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Details
a Restaurant Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 07:30–00:00 |
| Tuesday | 07:30–00:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:30–00:00 |
| Thursday | 07:30–00:00 |
| Friday | 07:30–00:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00–00:00 |
| Sunday | 09:00–00:00 |
a Restaurant hours verified 2026-03-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
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Good to Know
Social
From a_restaurant_ on Instagram
Cuando cambia la estación, cambia el plan. Es tiempo de vermut en la terraza de 'a' restaurant. Frente a Sant Felip Neri, nuestro mejor compañero de mesa. ¡Guárdate este post para no olvidarte de este plan! - When the season changes, so does the plan. It's vermouth time on the terrace at 'a' re
A veces el corazón es de color verde. 💚 Déjate sorprender por nuestro coulant de chocolate blanco y pistacho con su helado. - Sometimes the heart is green. 💚 Let yourself be surprised by our white chocolate and pistachio coulant, served with its own ice cream.. #Arestaurant #Neri #Coulant
Hay pausas que merecen celebrarse. Del 19 al 26 de marzo, 'a' Restaurant se suma a @hotel_breakfest con dos propuestas pensadas para detener el ritmo y saborear la ciudad con calma. Break AM - Un menú especial de 5 platos pensados para disfrutar sin prisa | 11:00 a 13:00 · Con reserva Break PM -
Hay mañanas con magia que solo se pueden vivir en un lugar: @a_restaurant_ La luz sobre Sant Felip Neri, el murmullo de la plaza, el primer café del día. Un desayuno que no se repite en ningún otro sitio. - There are mornings with a certain magic that can only be experienced in one place: @a_res
Una obra a cuatro manos que empieza en cocina y se termina en la mesa. Pastrami de chutoro de atún con col lombarda fermentada. Servido por partes. Pensado para que lo construyas. - A four-handed creation that begins in the kitchen and is finished at the table. Chutoro tuna pastrami with fermen
No es solo luz. Es materia transformada. Las lámparas @petlamp, de Álvaro Catalán de Ocón, iluminan nuestro Privado a partir de botellas PET recicladas. Diseño que alarga la vida de lo que parecía terminado. ¿Te habías fijado en ellas? - It's not just light. It's transformed material. The @petl
Questions
a Restaurant FAQ
What type of cuisine does a Restaurant serve?
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a Restaurant serves creative, mediterranean cuisine.
Where is a Restaurant located?
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a Restaurant is located at Placa de Sant Felip Neri, 2, 08002 Barcelona.
What is the price range at a Restaurant?
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The price range at a Restaurant is €45-85 per person.
What are the opening hours of a Restaurant?
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a Restaurant is open daily with breakfast 7:30–11:00, lunch 13:00–15:30, dinner 19:30–22:00, and the cafeteria/bar from 11:00 until midnight.
How can I contact a Restaurant?
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You can reach a Restaurant by phone at +34 933 177 442.
What neighbourhood is a Restaurant in?
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a Restaurant is in the Barri Gotic area of Barcelona.