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Bar Michigan is a classic neighbourhood bar on Travessera de Gràcia in Galvany, operating since 1983 and now part of Grup Confiteria (the group behind Paradiso and Dr. Stravinsky).

Background

About Bar Michigan

The Story

Bar Michigan has been a neighbourhood fixture since 1983, operating for over 40 years in the Galvany neighbourhood. After multiple ownership changes, it is now part of Grup Confiteria, the hospitality group behind Paradiso (one of the world's best bars), Dr. Stravinsky, La Confiteria, and 21+ venues across Barcelona. Grup Confiteria was co-founded by Enric Rebordosa and Lito Baldovinos with a mission to preserve Barcelona's most historic bars. The group acquired Bar Michigan and maintained its neighbourhood character while updating the food offering.

The Cuisine

The kitchen serves market-based cuisine with a focus on traditional Spanish bar classics. The house tortillas come in potato, eggplant, zucchini, and black butifarra varieties. Other signatures include the classic ensaladilla rusa del Michigan, Michigan patatas bravas, traditional cod fritters, chicken and foie cannelloni with porcini cream, classic steak tartare, and Normandier oysters served on their own or paired with cava. The bar also hand-slices acorn-reared jamón de bellota from DO Guijuelo. Continuous kitchen service runs from morning through late evening.

The Team

Bar Michigan is operated by the Grup Confiteria kitchen team, part of the hospitality group co-founded by Enric Rebordosa and Lito Baldovinos. The group manages over 20 venues across Barcelona, with a stated mission to preserve the city's historic bars.

Highlights

What Diners Say

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Consensus

Bar Michigan Ratings & Reviews

Professional Ratings

Macarfi

Market cuisine, neighbourhood favourite, continuous service, tortillas, terrace

Food 6.7 / Decor 6.5 / Service 6.5

Diner Ratings

Google

4.4

1,045 reviews

#669 in BarcelonaGood

Diners rate Bar Michigan 4.4/5 on Google across more than 1,000 reviews, consistently praising the tortillas, ensaladilla rusa, and the all-day neighbourhood-bar feel.

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Reservations

How to Book Bar Michigan

Booking

Reservations available via CoverManager on the website or by phone at +34 932 09 87 28. Maximum party size of 20. Walk-ins widely accepted. Non-stop service from morning to midnight. Closed Sunday. 10% surcharge for terrace seating.

Experience

Bar Michigan Dining Experience

A neighbourhood bar with a marble and steel counter, upholstered stools, and an outdoor terrace (10% surcharge). The atmosphere is casual and convivial, serving as a neighbourhood favourite for breakfast, lunch, after-work drinks, and dinner. All-day continuous service runs from morning through late evening. The identity blends its 40-plus-year history with the contemporary polish of Grup Confiteria.

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Bar Michigan Location & Neighbourhood

Getting There

Located on Travessera de Gracia in the Galvany neighbourhood, one of Barcelona's most upscale residential areas. The bar sits near Placa Molina in a stretch of traditional neighbourhood establishments and newer openings catering to the local Zona Alta crowd.

Nearby

Sant Gervasi-Galvany is an upscale residential neighbourhood in Barcelona's Zona Alta, centred around Travessera de Gracia and Placa Molina. The area is known for its quality neighbourhood bars, traditional shops, and a strong local dining culture away from tourist centres.

Details

Bar Michigan Reservations, Hours & Contact

Opening Hours

DayHours
Monday07:00–00:00
Tuesday07:00–00:00
Wednesday07:00–00:00
Thursday07:00–00:00
Friday07:00–01:00
Saturday12:00–01:00
SundayClosed

Bar Michigan hours verified 2026-04-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.

Contact

Phone+34 932 098 728
Instagrambar_michigan

Accepted

Good to Know

Operating since 1983 -- over 40 years in Galvany
Part of Grup Confiteria (also runs Paradiso, Dr. Stravinsky)
Famous tortillas -- multiple varieties
Non-stop kitchen from morning to midnight
10% surcharge for terrace seating
Normandy oysters with cava available
Iberico ham from DO Guijuelo, hand-sliced at the bar
Closed Sunday

Social

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Questions

Bar Michigan FAQ

Where exactly is Bar Michigan located in Barcelona?

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Bar Michigan is located at Travessera de Gracia, 22, 08021 Barcelona in the Sant Gervasi - Galvany neighbourhood. It's situated in one of Barcelona's most upscale residential areas near Placa Molina, about a 13-minute walk from Sant Gervasi metro station (L6/S1/S2).

How long has Bar Michigan been operating in Barcelona?

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Bar Michigan has been operating since 1983, making it over 40 years in the Galvany neighbourhood.

What is Bar Michigan Barcelona famous for food-wise?

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Bar Michigan is known for its tortillas, available in potato, eggplant, zucchini, and black butifarra varieties, alongside classics such as the ensaladilla rusa del Michigan, Michigan patatas bravas, traditional cod fritters, chicken and foie cannelloni, and hand-sliced jamón de bellota from DO Guijuelo.

What connection does Bar Michigan have to Grupo Confiteria?

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Bar Michigan is now part of Grup Confiteria, the Barcelona hospitality group that also operates Paradiso and other acclaimed venues.

What are Bar Michigan's opening hours and when are they closed?

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Bar Michigan is open Monday to Thursday from 07:00 to midnight, Friday from 07:00 to 01:00, and Saturday from 12:00 to 01:00. They are closed on Sundays.

Does Bar Michigan have outdoor seating and what does it cost?

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Yes, Bar Michigan has a pleasant outdoor terrace. However, there is a 10% surcharge for terrace seating on top of the regular menu prices.