Embat
Embat
Embat is a bistronomic restaurant on Carrer de Mallorca in la Dreta de l'Eixample, opened in 2007 by Barcelona-born chef Santi Rebes. One of the city's first bistronomic restaurants, it serves creative market cuisine with Catalan roots and international influences in a Nordic-inspired dining room.
Background
About Embat
The Story
Embat opened in 2007, founded by Barcelona-born chef Santi Rebes, who trained at the Escola Superior d'Hosteleria Sant Ignasi, studied fine dining in the Netherlands, and later became head pastry chef and instructor at Espai Sucre pastry school. Embat was one of Barcelona's first bistronomic restaurants, pioneering the movement of offering creative, high-quality cuisine in a casual, affordable setting. After more than 17 years, the restaurant continues to cook with the same detail and affection.
The Cuisine
Chef Santi Rebes serves bistronomic author's cuisine rooted in Catalan tradition with international influences, driven by seasonal market produce. The menu changes weekly for weekday lunches, with an a la carte and sharing-menu format for evenings and weekends. Current dishes include a potato omelette with black truffle butter, Catalan rice with red prawn and cuttlefish, rösti with pig's trotters, XL meat cannelloni, and entrecôte tagliata. Around 40 EUR per person without drinks. Weekday lunch menu around 25 EUR.
The Team
Chef-owner Santi Rebes has led the kitchen since opening in 2007. His background in both fine dining and pastry, including years at Espai Sucre, brings a distinctive approach to the menu. Google reviewers give it 4.6/5 from 629 reviews.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Embat Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Bistronomic, market cuisine, terrace, creative plating, sharing plates
Diner Ratings
4.6
629 reviews
Professional recognition includes Macarfi food 6.9/10. Diners rate it 4.6/5 on Google (629 reviews).
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Reservations
How to Book Embat
Booking
Reservations required. Book via the QR code system on the restaurant website. Groups of 6 or more receive customised menus and should contact the restaurant directly. Reservations are held for 15 minutes. Late cancellation fee of 20 EUR per person.
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Experience
Embat Dining Experience
A simple, welcoming dining room with Nordic influences, dominated by wood and light colours. The ground-floor space in a modernist Eixample building has a down-to-earth, hip vibe that reflects its bistronomic philosophy. A small terrace of approximately 8 square metres provides outdoor seating. The atmosphere is intimate and relaxed, best suited for couples and small groups.
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Embat Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Located on Carrer de Mallorca in la Dreta de l'Eixample, on the ground floor of a modernist building. The restaurant is in the heart of Barcelona's Eixample grid, steps from Passeig de Sant Joan and within easy walking distance of Sagrada Familia.
Nearby
La Dreta de l'Eixample is one of Barcelona's most prestigious neighbourhoods, home to Passeig de Gràcia, Casa Batlló, and La Pedrera. The area combines iconic modernist architecture with a thriving dining scene ranging from Michelin-starred restaurants to neighbourhood bistros. Carrer de Mallorca cuts through the heart of the grid.
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Details
Embat Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
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| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 13:00–15:30 |
| Wednesday | 13:00–15:30 |
| Thursday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:15–22:00 |
| Friday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:15–22:00 |
| Saturday | 13:30–15:30 & 20:15–22:00 |
| Sunday | 13:30–15:30 |
Embat hours verified 2026-04-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
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Social
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Questions
Embat FAQ
What is bistronomic cuisine and how does Chef Santi Rebes interpret it at Embat?
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Bistronomic cuisine offers creative, high-quality cooking in a casual, affordable setting. Chef Santi Rebes serves author's cuisine rooted in Catalan tradition with international influences, driven by seasonal market produce and enhanced by his pastry training from Espai Sucre.
How do I make a reservation at Embat and what's their cancellation policy?
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Reservations are required and must be made via the QR code system on their website. Groups of 6 or more receive customised menus and should contact the restaurant directly at +34 934 580 855. Be aware there's a late cancellation fee of 20 EUR per person, and reservations are only held for 15 minutes.
What are Embat's signature dishes and how much should I budget?
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Current menu highlights include the potato omelette with black truffle butter, Catalan rice with red prawn and cuttlefish, rösti with pig's trotters, XL meat cannelloni, and entrecôte tagliata. Expect around 40 EUR per person without drinks from the a la carte, a 41 EUR sharing tasting menu (minimum 2 people), or a weekly-changing weekday lunch menu around 25 EUR.
Why is Embat only open for dinner Thursday through Saturday?
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Embat operates with limited evening hours, serving dinner only Thursday-Saturday, while lunch is available Tuesday-Wednesday and Thursday-Sunday. This schedule reflects their focus on quality over quantity.
How do I get to Embat in l'Eixample and what's the neighbourhood like?
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Embat is located on Carrer de Mallorca in la Dreta de l'Eixample, just 3 minutes walk from Verdaguer metro station (L4/L5). The neighbourhood is one of Barcelona's most prestigious areas, home to modernist architecture and within walking distance of Passeig de Sant Joan and Sagrada Familia.
Does Embat have outdoor seating and what's the atmosphere like?
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Yes, Embat has a small terrace for outdoor dining. The interior features a simple, Nordic-influenced dining room with wood and light colours, creating an intimate and relaxed atmosphere best suited for couples and small groups.