Cinc Sentits
MichelinThe Michelin Guide awards stars for outstanding cooking. Two stars: excellent cooking, worth a detour.
RepsolSpain's Repsol Guide awards up to 3 Soles for culinary excellence. Two soles: outstanding cuisine.Cinc Sentits
MichelinThe Michelin Guide awards stars for outstanding cooking. Two stars: excellent cooking, worth a detour.RepsolSpain's Repsol Guide awards up to 3 Soles for culinary excellence. Two soles: outstanding cuisine.Cinc Sentits, Catalan for "Five Senses", opened in 2004 on Carrer d'Aribau, founded by Jordi Artal, a self-taught chef born in Barcelona to a family with roots in La Torre de l'Espanyol, Tarragona.
Background
About Cinc Sentits
The Story
Cinc Sentits, Catalan for "Five Senses", opened in 2004 on Carrer d'Aribau, founded by Jordi Artal, a self-taught chef born in Barcelona to a family with roots in La Torre de l'Espanyol, Tarragona. The original dining room was tiny: a handful of tables, an intimate atmosphere, and a kitchen cooking modern Catalan with seasonal precision. Michelin awarded the first star early in the restaurant's life; the second followed as the kitchen's ambition and consistency deepened. In the years before 2026, Cinc Sentits relocated from its historic Aribau home to a new, purpose-designed space on Carrer d'Entença, three distinct rooms, olive trees from the chef's ancestral Tarragona village at the heart of the design, and a new chef's table overlooking the kitchen. Repsol describes the move as trading "a tiny dining room on Aribau" for "a welcoming space with three distinct areas where olive trees from the chef's homeland are a fundamental part of the imagery."
The Cuisine
The kitchen's philosophy is rooted in what Michelin inspectors call "a strong Catalan DNA": floreta peas from the Maresme coast, prawns from Palamós, onions from Figueres, pork from Sagàs. Jordi Artal works exclusively with trusted small-scale producers, and no ingredient appears more than once across the menu. Two seasonally changing tasting menus are offered: the Light Menu (€189, shorter) and the Tasting Menu (€219, the full experience). The website describes each course as "a moment of deliciousness" designed to build into a chain of sensations. Repsol notes that every dish deliberately seeks "a contrast between ingredients, textures, and aromas so the diner never tires of the same flavour." The wine pairing, exclusively Catalan and Spanish wines from boutique producers, focused on heirloom and local grape varieties, is described on the website as "a highly recommended" addition. A non-alcoholic pairing is also available. "
The Team
Jordi Artal is the sole creative force behind Cinc Sentits, a self-taught chef who built one of Barcelona's most consistent two-star restaurants without formal culinary training. Repsol names Artal as chef and identifies him as "a staunch defender of the five senses interacting to enjoy gastronomy." The restaurant has nine tables and a dedicated chef's table. The dining room is described by as "sober and minimalist, with few tables, well-resolved lighting, a chef's table, and a private room." rates the service at 7.5/10, decor at 7.8/10, and food at 8.5/10. The diner community rates the food, service, and ambience each at 9.1–9.3/10.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Cinc Sentits Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
"Excellent cooking", worth a detour
2 Soles, rating
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Aggregated across multiple platforms
Diner Ratings
4.7
874 reviews
TheFork
9.3
68 reviews
Yelp
4.6
72 reviews
Professional recognition includes 2 Michelin stars, 2 Repsol soles, and Macarfi food 8.5/10. Diners rate it 4.7/5 on Google (874 reviews), 9.3/10 on TheFork (68 reviews), and 4.6/5 on Yelp (72 reviews).
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Reservations
How to Book Cinc Sentits
Booking
Reservations are required and strongly recommended well in advance. Cinc Sentits operates with only nine tables, making availability scarce. The restaurant is open Tuesday through Friday for dinner only (18:15–22:00), and on Saturdays for both lunch (13:30–14:30) and dinner (20:30–21:30). Monday and Sunday are closed. Given the small capacity and two-Michelin-star standing, booking two to four weeks ahead is advisable, especially for Saturday seatings.
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Experience
Cinc Sentits Dining Experience
Michelin describes Cinc Sentits as an "enchanting restaurant" designed through different spaces that reflect the chef's family roots and culinary influences: the Faifó bar area where house-made vermouth and appetisers welcome guests; the main dining room that narrates the journey from La Torre de l'Espanyol in Tarragona to cosmopolitan Barcelona; the Biblioteca Viva (Living Library) displaying jars of fermented products, garums, and kombuchas; and the chef's table overlooking the kitchen. Olive trees from the chef's native Tarragona are "a fundamental part of the imagery," according to Repsol. diners rate ambience at 9.1/10.
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Cinc Sentits Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Cinc Sentits sits on Carrer d'Entença in la Nova Esquerra de l'Eixample, one of Barcelona's most residential Eixample sub-neighbourhoods. The nearest metro stations are Rocafort (Line 1, red) and Entença (Line 5, blue), both within a 5–6-minute walk. The address puts the restaurant roughly equidistant between Plaça d'Espanya to the south and the central Eixample grid to the north.
Nearby
La Nova Esquerra de l'Eixample is one of the quieter, more residential sub-neighbourhoods within Barcelona's Eixample district, less trafficked than the luxury corridor near Passeig de Gràcia, but part of the same dense grid that houses the city's highest concentration of Michelin-starred restaurants. The wider Eixample holds 28 Michelin-recognised restaurants, more than any other district in Barcelona. Cinc Sentits' location on Carrer d'Entença, near Plaça d'Espanya, anchors it in a neighbourhood where the city's professional and creative classes live, fitting for a restaurant whose ethos is rooted in local produce and Catalan identity.
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Details
Cinc Sentits Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 18:15–22:00 |
| Wednesday | 18:15–22:00 |
| Thursday | 18:15–22:00 |
| Friday | 18:15–22:00 |
| Saturday | 13:30–14:30 & 20:30–21:30 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Cinc Sentits hours verified 2026-03-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
Contact
Required. Bookings available through the restaurant website.
Good to Know
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Questions
Cinc Sentits FAQ
How many Michelin stars does Cinc Sentits have?
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Cinc Sentits holds two Michelin stars.
Is Cinc Sentits located in Barcelona or Girona?
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Cinc Sentits is located in Barcelona, specifically at Carrer d'Entença, 60, in the la Nova Esquerra de l'Eixample neighborhood.
What are the menu options and prices at Cinc Sentits?
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Cinc Sentits offers two seasonally changing tasting menus: the Menú Ligero (Light Menu) at €189 and the full Menú Degustació at €219. Wine pairings featuring exclusively Catalan and Spanish wines from boutique producers are available, and a non-alcoholic pairing is also offered. There is no à la carte menu available.
How far in advance do I need to book at Cinc Sentits?
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Reservations should be made two to four weeks in advance, with even more lead time recommended for Saturday seatings. Bookings can be made through their website at cincsentits.com or by calling +34 933 239 490.
Who is the chef behind Cinc Sentits?
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Jordi Artal is the founder and chef of Cinc Sentits.
What are Cinc Sentits' opening hours?
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Cinc Sentits is open Tuesday through Friday for dinner only (18:15–22:00), and Saturday for both lunch (13:30–14:30) and dinner (20:30–21:30). The restaurant is closed on Mondays and Sundays, and reservations are required for all seatings.