AlNorte
AlNorte
Repsol SoleteRepsol's Solete distinction recognises casual dining spots, street food, and neighbourhood gems with outstanding quality.AlNorte is a small Gràcia bar de tapas built around northern Spanish producers, serving cheese and charcuterie boards, weekly traditional specials and natural Asturian cider in a compact rustic room.
Background
About AlNorte
The Story
AlNorte opened in early 2019 as a small bar de tapas in la Vila de Gràcia working with small producers, artisans and family businesses from the towns of northern Spain. The project centres on the origin of its raw materials, drawing inspiration from the combined larder of sea and mountains across Galicia, Asturias and Cantabria.
The Cuisine
The kitchen focuses on a concise selection of northern Spanish tapas and sharing plates, with boards of artisan cheeses and cured meats (cecina, chorizo, charcuterie) alongside weekly specials from traditional recipes. Dishes reported across press and diner reviews include pastel de cabracho, lacón a la gallega, arroz con chipirones en su tinta, revuelto de ortigas, caricos montañeses, zorza con patatas, cortezas de bacalao, mejillones en escabeche, cebollas rellenas, tocinillo de Teijeiro and flan de castañas. Drinks lean into DOP wines, natural Asturian cider (sidra), vermouth, patxarán and a short list of craft beers from the north.
The Team
AlNorte is independently run by Mónica, Andrea and Estrella Justo. Estrella, a Galician who trained as a forest engineer in Pontevedra before moving to Barcelona, also founded Ego Galego, the Galician produce shop in Gràcia that preceded AlNorte. The small team keeps the format simple and product-led, with weekly-changing suggestions reflecting what they bring back from producers across the north.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
AlNorte Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Aggregated across Google and TripAdvisor (558 opinions). Ranked 1,069th of 11,119 Barcelona restaurants.
Diner Ratings
4.5
550 reviews
TripAdvisor
3.5
12 reviews
Yelp
4.2
11 reviews
AlNorte is a small northern-Spanish tapas bar in la Vila de Gràcia, known for artisan charcuterie and cheese boards, natural cider and weekly-changing specials from Galician, Asturian and Cantabrian producers. Run by Mónica, Andrea and Estrella Justo (founder of nearby Ego Galego), it opened in early 2019. Diners rate it 4.5/5 on Google (550 reviews), 4.2/5 on Yelp and 3.5/5 on TripAdvisor. It holds a Repsol Solete (Mascota 2025) for its pet-friendly, product-led format.
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Reservations
How to Book AlNorte
Booking
AlNorte is a small neighbourhood bar that generally accepts walk-ins, with phone reservations available for groups or busy service times. The bar operates Tuesday through Sunday, with both midday and evening service from Thursday to Saturday. Hours shift between summer and winter schedules, in summer, evening service ends earlier (around 23:30–00:30) and lunch starts at midday; the winter schedule opens earlier for lunch (11:00) and runs later into the night.
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Experience
AlNorte Dining Experience
A compact, rustic room in Gràcia with exposed stone walls, chalkboard menus, ceramic jugs on open shelves and a handful of communal wood tables. The mood is relaxed and local, built around the bar and its short menu of northern-Spanish product.
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AlNorte Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
AlNorte sits on Carrer Siracusa 5 in la Vila de Gràcia, a quiet side street a short walk from Plaça del Diamant and the Verdi cinema quarter. The location puts it in the heart of Gràcia's independent dining scene, surrounded by small bars, boutiques and neighbourhood squares.
Nearby
La Vila de Gràcia pulses with creative energy, lined with independent boutiques, art galleries and neighbourhood restaurants that reflect Barcelona's bohemian spirit. Tree-lined squares provide gathering spaces where locals and visitors mingle over coffee and conversation. The neighbourhood maintains a village-like character despite its central location, offering respite from the busier tourist corridors.
Details
AlNorte Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
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| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 19:00–00:00 |
| Wednesday | 19:00–00:00 |
| Thursday | 11:00–16:00 & 19:00–01:00 |
| Friday | 11:00–16:00 & 19:00–01:00 |
| Saturday | 11:00–16:00 & 19:00–01:00 |
| Sunday | 12:00–16:00 |
AlNorte hours verified 2026-04-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
Contact
Walk-ins welcome; call ahead for groups or to reserve a table.
Good to Know
Social
From alnortebar on Instagram
Vermouth Saturday — AlNorte's own-label Vermut Artesà.
A wonderful group joined us for vermouth at the bar — thanks for the day, already planning the next one.
The Novales lemons from Cantabria: a citrus unique to northern Spain, grown in a town sheltered by mountains and blessed by its microclimate.
Sunday vermouth session from 12:30 — open to everyone, hosted by our friend @martacillan at the bar.
Friday Gastronómico: filetes rusos in sauce. Inspired by the Russian pintxo at Itxaropena in Hondarribia — a wonderful dish.
Our natural mosto has arrived: 100% artisanal, no preservatives, no added sugar. Let's bring mosto back into our lives.
Questions
AlNorte FAQ
What kind of food does AlNorte serve?
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AlNorte is a bar de tapas focused on northern Spanish cuisine, working with small producers across Galicia, Asturias and Cantabria. The menu centres on artisan cheese and charcuterie boards (including cecina), weekly traditional-recipe specials and a selection of DOP wines, natural cider and vermouth.
Do I need a reservation at AlNorte?
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Walk-ins are welcome at AlNorte. For groups or busy evenings, it's best to call ahead on +34 931 39 96 01 to reserve a table.
Where is AlNorte located in Barcelona?
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AlNorte is on Carrer Siracusa 5, 08012 Barcelona, in la Vila de Gràcia. It's about a 4-minute walk from Fontana metro station (L3) and from Gràcia FGC station (L6/L7/S1/S2).
Is AlNorte open for lunch?
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AlNorte opens for lunch Thursday through Sunday. Thursday to Saturday it serves 11:00–16:00 and then again from 19:00, and Sunday it's open 12:00–16:00. Tuesday and Wednesday are dinner-only; closed Mondays.
What's special about AlNorte's menu?
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The offering rotates weekly, with highlights including 'Viernes Gastronómicos' (Friday traditional-recipe specials), 'Pincho Jueves' (Thursday evening pintxos) and 'Espicha AlNorte' on Wednesdays, a bottle of Asturian natural cider with an empanada and a cheese platter for €10, a format rooted in Asturian tradition.
Is AlNorte dog-friendly?
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Yes. AlNorte welcomes dogs and the owners are known locally for their affection for pets; there's also a small dog park on the same street.
Does AlNorte make its own vermouth?
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Yes. The bar bottles its own 'Vermut Artesà AlNorte', typically served on the rocks with orange and olive as an aperitif and featured prominently on weekend service.